Therefore, it is precluded from heading 8471 as an automatic data processing machine in that it is not freely programmable in accordance with Note 5 (A)(a)(2) of chapter 84, HTSUS. If an event corrupts the microcomputer’s memory but does not damage it physically, the Modic can transmit instructions to “repair” the device without physically replacing it.Īlthough many of the Modic’s most prominent sub-components are used in computers, it is not classified in HTS heading 8471 as an Automatic Data Processing Machine.Īs indicated in your letter, the Modic III is dedicated by its design for diagnostic and programming functions of the various electronic systems found in BMW vehicles and is not programmable for other functions. The other main function of the Modic is to store and transmit new instructions to the auto’s microcomputers via its digital outputs. However, it is clear that the most common use of the Modic would be diagnosing faults utilizing the parameter checking function. For example, the Modic would be used to get information for litigants about the speedometer and other settings at the time that an airbag deployed and to provide evidence to law enforcement whether any of the microcomputers were replaced or tampered with.
The data reported by the auto’s microcomputers is not of use only in diagnosing faults, if any, in the auto’s performance or settings. The results of that analysis can apparently be digitized and then supplied to the digital computer as additional information in its “deciding” which actions to recommend to the operator. The non-digital inputs can be analyzed by an oscilloscope, counter, and electrical multimeter built into the Modic. There are also two cables which can be attached to exposed wires in the auto via alligator clips and which carry non-digital electrical currents to the Modic. There is a digital cable link via a port on the auto to enable the many microcomputers in the auto to report both current and historical data which it has collected. The inputs will all be via wires connected to the auto.
This is thus analogous to a Spell-Check function in a Word Processing program, which compares the words in an input text to an electronic dictionary on the computer’s hard drive and notifies the user of an “error” and its possible corrections. A decision that the parameter is out of normal range will result in notification of that fact to the user via the display and may include suggestions for adjustments to be made to the auto.
BMW MODIC 1 MANUALS
These CD-ROMs will primarily contain the electronic equivalent to the contents of the most current paper Technical Manuals for BMW autos and the logical instructions necessary to compare the input information from the auto to the norms established by BMW for that parameter in the given circumstances.
BMW MODIC 1 DOWNLOAD
The dealership will download them into the Hard Drive via the CD-ROM Drive. New CD-ROMs will be supplied to the dealerships on a regular basis as new models and accessories are added to the BMW line.
BMW MODIC 1 SOFTWARE
It is imported with its UNIX operating software, we assume on CD-ROM disks, but the software for its specific uses is imported separately. The Modic III Diagnostic Computer has a Pentium Processor with 64 Megabytes of RAM, a 3 Gigabyte Hard Drive, a high-resolution touchscreen LCD display, and a CD-ROM drive.
(See Note 4 to HTS Section 16 and Note 3 to HTS Chapter 90.) Imported together they form a “functional unit”. You indicate that they will be imported together to be sent exclusively to BMW dealerships.
BMW MODIC 1 PLUS
The Modic III consists of the main device plus a Diagnostic Gateway and a Docking Station.
No sample, but about 2 dozen pages of documentation, was provided. In your letters, dated Decemand January 4, 2000, for BMW of North America, you requested a tariff classification ruling. RE: The tariff classification of Modic III - Mobile Diagnostics Computer from Germany NY F81576 - The tariff classification of Modic III - Mobile Diagnostics Computer from Germany - United States International Trade Commision Rulings United States International Trade Commision Rulings And Harmonized Tariff Scheduleįaqs.org Rulings By Number Rulings By Category Tariff Numbersįaqs.org > Rulings and Tariffs Home > Rulings By Number > 2000 NY Rulings > NY F81540 - NY F81592 > NY F81576
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