Connecting your BMW for coding with Bimmercode can sometimes be tricky, but using an Ethernet OBD2 adapter can significantly speed up and stabilize the process. This guide details a user-tested method for establishing an Ethernet connection using a Samsung S8 Android phone and a standard OBD2 to Ethernet adapter, offering a reliable alternative to Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connections.
For Samsung S8 users looking to leverage the fast and stable Ethernet connection for Bimmercode Obd2 coding, here’s a step-by-step approach based on successful user experience. Before starting, ensure you have already configured the Ethernet settings on your phone as per general Bimmercode Ethernet setup guides.
First, physically connect your devices:
- Plug your ENET cable into your Ethernet to USB-C adapter.
- Connect the USB-C end of the adapter to your Samsung S8 phone.
Next, prepare the Bimmercode app:
- Open the Bimmercode application on your phone.
- Navigate to SETTINGS by tapping the three vertical dots usually located in the upper right corner of the app interface.
- Select SETTINGS, then tap on the currently active adapter listed. This action will display a list of available adapter types.
- From the adapter list, choose MHD ENET (black) as your connection type.
- Close the settings menu and then completely close the Bimmercode app.
Proceed to connect to your vehicle:
- Connect the OBDII end of your ENET cable to the OBD2 port in your BMW.
- Re-open the Bimmercode application.
- Press the CONNECT button within the app.
Initially, you might encounter a prompt asking you to turn on Wi-Fi. This user experience indicates that Airplane mode is NOT required for this Ethernet connection method to work effectively with Bimmercode and OBD2 on a Samsung S8. If prompted for Wi-Fi, simply dismiss Airplane mode if it’s activated.
- If you encounter a Wi-Fi request, exit Airplane mode (if enabled).
- Re-open the Bimmercode app and again press the CONNECT button.
With these steps, Bimmercode should now establish a super fast and reliable connection via the Ethernet OBD2 adapter. This setup not only speeds up the coding process but also provides a more stable connection compared to wireless options, reducing the risk of interruptions during critical coding procedures.
As a practical example of the capabilities of this connection method, consider enabling advanced audio settings. Using the Ethernet connected Bimmercode as described:
- Navigate to the Head Unit (HU_MGU) module in Bimmercode.
- Look for the coding option 3002 AUDIO BROADCAST (note: ensure it is 3002 AUDIO BROADCAST and not a similar option like 2002 Audio System which may be different).
- Open 3002 AUDIO BROADCAST and select Audio-System.
- Change the value from Alev3RAM (standard for systems like HK) to Alev4RAM to activate enhanced audio menu options.
- Finally, apply the changes by clicking CODE in the upper right corner of the Bimmercode interface.
This example of enabling the enhanced audio menu highlights just one of the many customizations possible with Bimmercode and a stable Ethernet OBD2 connection.
While this method is confirmed to work on the Samsung S8, compatibility with other Android phones may vary. A good preliminary step for users of other Android devices is to check if your phone settings include a greyed out Ethernet entry under SETTINGS, CONNECTIONS, and MORE CONNECTION SETTINGS (or similar network settings menus) before purchasing an Ethernet adapter. The presence of this Ethernet setting, even if greyed out, suggests your phone has the underlying hardware capability to support an Ethernet connection, making it likely to be compatible with this Bimmercode OBD2 Ethernet method.
In conclusion, utilizing an Ethernet OBD2 adapter with Bimmercode on a Samsung S8 provides a significant advantage in terms of speed and reliability for BMW coding. This user-tested guide offers a straightforward approach to setting up this connection, enabling users to efficiently perform various coding modifications and customizations on their vehicles. While primarily tested on the Samsung S8, the method holds promise for other Android devices with Ethernet capability, broadening the accessibility of fast and stable Bimmercode OBD2 coding.
