Hey guys, I've been doing some reading around, and can't find a few answers. I have a 2013 F350, and wanna do a new head unit. My 2 main functions are running Spotify, with the ability to use my phone to control the songs, and integrate the steering wheel controls. I haven't found any head units that after specifically for my truck, so I will probably have to get a universal one. I like the ownice C500, but the steering wheel controls integration is a must for me. I had a nexus 7 in my previous truck, and liked it a lot, just want something that's more OEM looking and more reliable in the Las Vegas heat.
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Hey guys, I've been doing some reading around, and can't find a few answers. I have a 2013 F350, and wanna do a new head unit. My 2 main functions are running Spotify, with the ability to use my phone to control the songs, and integrate the steering wheel controls. I haven't found any head units that after specifically for my truck, so I will probably have to get a universal one. I like the ownice C500, but the steering wheel controls integration is a must for me. I had a nexus 7 in my previous truck, and liked it a lot, just want something that's more OEM looking and more reliable in the Las Vegas heat.
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I just put a C500 in my 2007 Nissan Titan and connected up the steering wheel controls. They aren't automatic - you'll have to hunt down the 2 control wires and connect them up, then program the buttons using an app on the head unit. I'm pretty sure that's the case with ANY aftermarket unit. FWIW I added a SIM card from AT&T so I've got 3G (it says 4G, but it's only connecting at 3G on AT&T) so I can stream music and use Nav. Also you won't be able to control Spotify from your phone, rather, you'll do it from the Spotify app on the head unit.
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Hi everyone,
i have tried searching for a compatible unit for a while now, but still unsure which one i can use for my needs.
Basically i would like a 2 din android head unit for my seat ibiza 6L2 from 2007.
Which has the basic functions like navigation, bluetooth phone connection, radio, music player, etc.
But most importantly i want to use Torque on it and if possible simultaneously connect the phone via bluetooth
DVD player is not needed and i do not have any buttons on the steering wheel.
Could anyone advise me on this??
Hi I recently bought a joying double din unit to go into my 14 ram 1500. Was wondering if anyone had any insight on installing it meaning if I need any special harnesses for my truck and or dash kits and what not.
THANKS
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https://www.crutchfield.com/S-KLhdSrHM2E2/carsystems/Ram-1500-Stereos-and-Speakers.html
&
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d0CoeIQ4Zbs
These will give you some ideas for starters, as well as some parts.
Yes you usually need an aftermarket harness & adapter unit to mount your radio. This may work: https://www.amazon.com/Metra-95-6518B-Double-Installation-Interface/dp/B00EYP2JME/
You may need to modify the above with a dremel, they usually don't fit the android radios out of the box as the android radios are a but larger than double DIN size.
No guarantees, however. You ought to stop by a RAM trucks forum and see what they have done.
Thanks, I am on a ram trucks forum just was not sure if the same applied on a joying as it did to say any brand name after market unit
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Thanks, I am on a ram trucks forum just was not sure if the same applied on a joying as it did to say any brand name after market unit
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My experience has been a bit different than yours because I'm not driving a RAM truck (although I'll take your Ram truck if you wanna give it to me. ) but the thing I noticed about these Joying units is you typically do not need the Axxess ASWC-1 Universal Steering Wheel Control Interface module which is used by some of the simpler aftermarket radios to make the steering wheel keys work (Pioneer, Blaupunkt, etc.).
The nice thing about the Joying units - and most android units - is the control panel in the system settings where you can program what steering wheel keys do what. Real handy. I programmed it myself and was on the road with the volume controls, track change controls and phone off / on buttons in about 2 minutes.
Real techno-sexy, that was.
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Hi All,
Recently purchased and installed a Joying head unit (4GB, PX5 Octa Core) (link to product)
So what are are some of the must have apps or tools to have on the android head unit?
What do you have installed that you could not live without as I only just got it it would be great to hear from people that have had them for longer to see what I should go and install.
I think something to remap keys if you want an extra controller. Voice assistant as well, I use Google now, works great. Bubbleupnp if you plan on using DLNA in the car
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FCC launcher
Does anyone know of a button remapper that works with steering wheel controls?
I have tried a few of the top ones however they are not picking up the steering wheel controls. Happy to pay for a solution also
What other tools/apps work great also?
Hello all,
I'm having trouble finding a solution to this, not sure if this is where to ask but its worth a shot. I have an Intel Airmont Joying head unit, the one with physical buttons. Its running android 8.1 I believe. I use apple carplay through Zlink. I also use joyings universal steering wheel controls add-on since I dont have built in ones (I cant post links yet but google those exact words to find it, its a circle lookin thing) . I'd like to be able to map it to Zlinks controls (siri, left, right,home, etc), but I'm unable to. Under Joyings built in steering wheel controls mapper I can map it to universal play/pause etc for the head unit itself, but when I enter the Zlink control learning they dont work. Any ideas what to do? Apologies if that was confusing, I can clarify if needed. Thanks!
All,
I have two of these in my commuter cars. (2007 Saturn Ion/2001 Impala)
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I commute around 100 miles a day.
I have been pretty happy with these Binize especially for the price point. I have a rear camera on both.
I use it daily for GPS, radio, my playlist (on thumbdrive), and Podcasts (Stitcher). I expect them to be a low end GPS tablet with an amp and they do that. I also have a ELM327 and the Torque app installed on the head unit.
It took some trial and error to get everything setup software wise and I was meticulous on the wiring (soldered connections/heat wrap/full install kits etc.).
They have been installed for over a year now.
Anyways I have decent size fingers and the side of the screen volume can be tricky especially in the Saturn. So I picked up one of these;
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The Remote Control unit pairs fine with my Samsung Note S10+ cell phone. It adjust my cell phones volume well and does what it should . The head unit under the Bluetooth icon under AGAMA sees the X09 Bluetooth device but does not Pair as my ELM327 does. I have deleted the ELM327 out of the Paired Devices to see if that is the issue but to no avail.
Is there any application I could download to see what is going on. Is this a issue with Android Head Units?
Are there better Remote Control Units out there to consider?
Also while we are discussing Android Head Units. What Applications or hardware do you have on yours that you find interesting?
Thanks
Chris
Included is what I am seeing...
I have same approach to those head units - low end tablet with BT, gps, mp3, video and reverse cam cappabilities.
But according to your problem with BT connection. Im not sure if bluetooth in those radios is fully functional as in other devices (for transmit files, tethering internet etc) or its just like head set - limited capability only to hands-free talk via cellphone.
But if you use it with ELM (or other CAN decoder), than it should work with SWC also...
Maybe try without Agama launher? Use stock software for test
I think that there are better options for steering wheel control. At the back of your radio there should be two additional wires, marked as KEY 1 & 2. They are designed to be used with resistance-based controls.
Do a refund with that you already have (with BT) and buy this:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Remote-Control-Button-Car-Audio-Steering-Wheel-Wireless-Bluetooth-Universal/302763993342?_trkparms=aid=1110006&algo=HOMESPLICE.SIM&ao=1&asc=225074&meid=f4ff115cb3864f40aac6e56b787db63c&pid=100623&rk=5&rkt=5&mehot=pp&sd=264013200753&itm=302763993342&pmt=1&noa=1&pg=2047675&algv=DefaultOrganic&brand=Unbranded&_trksid=p2047675.c100623.m-1
or
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Universal-...rand=Unbranded&_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851
But before that make sure that you have key1 & key2 (or SWC 1 & 2,)
It also uses BT communication, but not this one in head unit. It has own BT module which you solder to harness and sends resistive signals via key 1&2 wires.
Personally I dont use wireless steering wheel control, but instead i bought controller like this
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32997030091.html
cheap, reliable, easy to install and doesnt require batteries to run.
If you need more buttons you can install the second on other side
here photos of my bmw x5 01.