Game-changing digital system that’s a game-changer
1 December 2024 
When it comes to ADAS, there are two options, analogue and digital and at ISN Garage Assist, we’re firmly in the digital camp. Analogue systems require garages to hold and store a series of vehicle-specific target boards and require far more manual intervention than digital.
Even basic digital systems are more flexible than analogue, but the Digital ADAS system available from ISN Garage Assist remains the most technologically advanced, fastest and easiest to use on the market.
This is because we deploy lasers and keystone technology, which means you spend less time setting up and taking measurements. After set-up, you don’t have to move it to take secondary measurements.
But the real game-changer is the introduction of ADAS 2, which is now available as an upgrade on existing digital ADAS machines supplied by ISN Garage Assist and which has now become our standard digital ADAS calibration solution.
ADAS 2 makes set-up and operation faster and easier than ever and uses Bluetooth technology to communicate the laser-generated distance measurements to the control tablet on the calibration rig.
Vehicle database
Screen height is also computer controlled — and set precisely with just the touch of a button by the operator.
ADAS 2 is supplied with the most up-to-date vehicle database available at the time of sale. As long as you remain ‘in licence’ with ISN Garage Assist, regular vehicle data and operating software updates will be supplied over a standard Wi-Fi connection.
We also offer a ‘Remote Pro’ option. This remote support tool is provided by industry experts — real people, not chatbots — allowing direct access to the latest manufacturer data that’s not yet available to the aftermarket. They can even connect directly to the vehicle to check and adjust ECU coding and steering angle sensor!
Workshops only need an area of, preferably, 2 metres+ in front of the car to make the working environment more comfortable and the floor area should be reasonably smooth and level. Excessively strong light might possibly cause issues, but this is not a problem we’ve seen yet — so generally, leaving the garage doors open will not be a problem.
In terms of cost, just Google ‘cost of digital ADAS unit’ to see prices anywhere between £10,000 and £30,000. Like any other product in any market there are a multitude of options and generally you get what you pay for.
Full training
However, let’s look at the calculated payback. Even if you base the cost of the unit at the top end of the scale (£30,000) and you base the price of the calibration at the bottom of the scale (£150), payback would be within a year if you undertake four calibrations a week. Charge a more realistic fee and £300 isn’t unreasonable and payback could be significantly faster.
And remember that ISN Garage Assist will happily discuss finance options for your investment. We have post-sale support covered too and we will always provide full training for equipment we supply. Ongoing support is an option too.
But it’s not enough to have decent ADAS calibration equipment to comply with Insurance Industry Requirements. Workshops have to have the capability to calibrate all of a vehicle’s ADAS cameras and sensors. That means having a registered IMI qualification and ISN Garage Assist can provide access to IMI training through our preferred training provider.
Visit our website to find out more or call us: 01480 891011.
Photo: Hofmann Megaplan Digital ADAS Unit in operation