Functional networking

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The control of the functions of the Professional telematics is effected by the telematics control unit. The telematics control unit is a combined transmit/receive system.

The telematics control unit is equipped with a separate SIM card for worldwide use in the GSM network. In BMW Professional telematics, the known sub-areas BMW Assist, BMW Online and the BMW assist systems combine to form a cohesive whole. Traffic information, navigation coordinates and data relevant to mobility inside and outside the vehicle are linked intelligently. The vehicle can be accessed from the outside via BMW TeleServices and various functions called up.

Depending on the country and service provider, BMW telematics services may have different contents. BMW Professional telematics must be initialized in the dealer organization before it can be used.