Jb4 setup

Cmfigueroa16 · 03-05-2018, 08:23 AM

Hey guys so I just got my jb4 for my 2012 535i Xdrive.
I was wondering if anyone knew how to set it up
Where do I download maps from?
And where do I update the software.
I've seen 2 videos online ( weren't really that good)
But they used their hp laptops so I was curious
Can I use my mac?
I appreciate any help guys!

AZ-MCRacer · 03-05-2018, 11:40 AM

Set it up for ISO, cut the diode if it isn't already and load the firmware. You will need either the USB Cable or Bluetooth. If you use the bluetooth you can load the firmware right from your phone. You can run the JB4 Interface on your Mac and upload firmware and set it up on there as well.

http://www.n54tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=47223

Charter23 · 03-05-2018, 01:53 PM

Spend the extra $139 and get Bluetooth. Totally worth it. Though you do have to pay like $29 for the JB4 app...still worth it.

Side note. Need to vent about BMS. So buying the JB4 direct from BMS qualifies you for free shipping but if you add the $139 Bluetooth to your order they charge like $16 for shipping, even though both devices come in the exact same JB4 box. Ugh! That really rubbed me the wrong way, particularly since I had bought over $1,000 in BMS products that week. So I bought it from another vendor, which ships free (but direct from BMS..lol) and sadly has me questioning whether or not to sport the BMS sticker I bought with my cold air intake order.

Vent over. I feel better. Thank you.

5soko · 03-05-2018, 04:49 PM

visit N54tech.com

Will have all your maps, directions and info.

Cmfigueroa16 · 03-06-2018, 07:23 AM

Thanks guys!

lsturbointeg · 05-04-2019, 07:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Charter23

Spend the extra $139 and get Bluetooth. Totally worth it. Though you do have to pay like $29 for the JB4 app...still worth it.

Side note. Need to vent about BMS. So buying the JB4 direct from BMS qualifies you for free shipping but if you add the $139 Bluetooth to your order they charge like $16 for shipping, even though both devices come in the exact same JB4 box. Ugh! That really rubbed me the wrong way, particularly since I had bought over $1,000 in BMS products that week. So I bought it from another vendor, which ships free (but direct from BMS..lol) and sadly has me questioning whether or not to sport the BMS sticker I bought with my cold air intake order.

Vent over. I feel better. Thank you.

hey Charter! for the blutooth function will I need the OBD connection? I have the older version without. but wasn't sure if I need OBD in order to use the blutooth?

03-05-2018, 08:23 AM	#1
Cmfigueroa16 Private 6 Rep 78 Posts Drives: 2012 535i x drive Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: White plains NY iTrader: (0)	Jb4 setup Hey guys so I just got my jb4 for my 2012 535i Xdrive. I was wondering if anyone knew how to set it up Where do I download maps from? And where do I update the software. I've seen 2 videos online ( weren't really that good) But they used their hp laptops so I was curious Can I use my mac? I appreciate any help guys!
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AZ-MCRacer First Lieutenant 306 Rep 332 Posts Drives: 2022 G82 M4, 2013 F10 N55 Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Tempe, AZ iTrader: (0)	Set it up for ISO, cut the diode if it isn't already and load the firmware. You will need either the USB Cable or Bluetooth. If you use the bluetooth you can load the firmware right from your phone. You can run the JB4 Interface on your Mac and upload firmware and set it up on there as well. http://www.n54tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=47223 __________________ 2022 G82 M4 - Isle of Man Green w/Kyalami Carbon Bucket Seats - MST Intakes, SSR Downpipes, JB4, AWE Exhaust. 2013 F10 N55 (535i), Pure Stage 2, Fuel-It PI Platinum, Fuel-It Stage 2 LPFP, BootMod3, Custom Turbo Inlet, Custom Cary Jordan Tune, More.. SOLD! 1999 e36 M3 - Estoril Blue - Track Car - S54 Swapped
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Charter23 Private First Class 76 Rep 175 Posts Drives: 2014 535i xdrive Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Boston, MA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2012 Toyota 4Runner ... [10.00] 2014 BMW 535i xdrive [10.00]	Spend the extra $139 and get Bluetooth. Totally worth it. Though you do have to pay like $29 for the JB4 app...still worth it. Side note. Need to vent about BMS. So buying the JB4 direct from BMS qualifies you for free shipping but if you add the $139 Bluetooth to your order they charge like $16 for shipping, even though both devices come in the exact same JB4 box. Ugh! That really rubbed me the wrong way, particularly since I had bought over $1,000 in BMS products that week. So I bought it from another vendor, which ships free (but direct from BMS..lol) and sadly has me questioning whether or not to sport the BMS sticker I bought with my cold air intake order. Vent over. I feel better. Thank you. __________________ ___________________________ 2014 535i xdrive m-sport
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Cmfigueroa16 Private 6 Rep 78 Posts Drives: 2012 535i x drive Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: White plains NY iTrader: (0)	Thanks guys!
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