Hey!
A couple of weeks back i bought a used Audi A3 2007 8PA and I am very happy with it except of the RNS-E... I lacks the features I want, I have for now installed an AUX cable in it, but I would like for something more easy to use.
This is why I have been looking at a new headunit, and at first I didn't know if it would be worth paying extra for Android, but I have decided its worth it over the Wince.
Now problem is I dont know which system to choose, I have looked a lot at the Xtrons system, because it says it supports my Bose system, which i find very important, and also that it supports my steering wheel controls.
I dont know if all of the systems on their website is as compatible as the RNS-E look-a-like, but I like the design of the IB89A3APL.
I have read something about, there is alot of configuring of the headunit once installed, but how much is "alot".
Is there any other system to consider, or what experiences do you have?
Thanks in advance
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Hi.
I have just purchased and installed a Dasaita Android 7.1 multimedia unit in my Skoda Fabia.
I'm happy with it, but I miss some kind of a manual for all the other functions, other than pretty default Android stuff.
From my memory, buttons like AMS, Avin, MOD, etc., some of them are selfexplaining, but I would like to know what they could be used for.
The closest I got, were at a Xtron homepage, I found the same 27 page manual, as the one that came with the unit, but with better writing.
Please help me.
i'm new to the forum but have been lurking and reading up for quite a while on these android head units.
I need to replace the head unit in my 2009 Subaru Forester. I kind of a gadget freak, so these android units caught my eye. I was interested in the DSP units from androidautoshop.com but they warned me away from them and recommended their FX8 units (though they didn't really say why except that they were better quality).
The option I was looking at before the DSP unit was a new XTRONS unit which I could get from amazon. They seem to be well regarded from what I've read and the sound quality sounds like it's pretty good with the new amp chips they are using. Now just the other day I ran across a Dasaita unit on amazon that is specific fit for my vehicle so it wouldn't need an installation kit and BONUS has a 9" screen!
Does anyone have any insight on these units? If I go with an android unit it's going to be to satisfy my tech geek so I'm going to want to be able to customize it.
I need it to have good sound. Doesn't have to be audiophile quality, but good.
Decent to good FM reception.
good connection for Bluetooth (i've heard in particular that some of these units have both connection and sound quality issues with bluetooth)
ability to connect to an ODBII sensor for my car. One that I choose, not dictated to me by the head unit company prefereably.
ability to connect to an aftermarket rear view camera.
able to use Waze and Google maps. preferably with audible directions. also offline mapping for those occasions when I don't have a cell connection.
Ideally I would be connecting these direct to speakers, with the possiblity of adding external amplification down the road.
AndroidAutoShop.com FX8 - I have concerns about them and they don't really say much about why this unit is the best.
XTRONS - seems to be popular from what i've read, though i'm not sure about the bluetooth
Dasaita - love the look of the 9" screen with no ugly install kit. Quite a bit more expensive but possibly worth it? I just can't find much info about these. I think I read somewhere on this site that they were pretty good, but I don't know where and it wasn't about this specific unit.
I'm not allowed to post links to the 3 units above yet, but the first one is on androidautoshop and the last 2 are readily available on Amazon.
Are any of these a good choice for me? or possibly a different recommendation? or should I just forget it and go with a higher end Kenwood or Pioneer head unit with Android Auto and use an HDMI for any video needs? I'm not against tinkering and these seem like a really cool option (possibly saving money over traditional head untis as well) but I don't want to get a giant headache that just never works right.
any help from you guys is greatly appreciated.
Hey guys. I need some serius help with picking out the correct Android head unit upgrade for my 2000 Suburban. Currently it uses a stock radio, heres a picture:
https://imgshare.io/image/din.srTA8
So, obviously I want to upgrade, been looking around and I'm thinking of buying the Atoto A6Pro. However, my OEM player has two connectors back, show'n in these pictures:
https://imgshare.io/image/srHpe
https://imgshare.io/image/srcuw
I am not sure if one of them is for the Onstar since my car does not have steering wheel controls.
I am in need of help of what harness I need, and what mounting bracket do I need to buy to fit whatever. Not many with Suburbans making guides. I would really appreciate help guys
What I want out of the unit is to play spotify, be able to use radio ofc, and since I want a Android head unit, I would like the option to download stuff from Play Store.
Hello everyone,
This is my first post in the forum and it is also important for me to say that I am not a radio or Android expert by any means, I will try to be as clear as possible, and I will try very hard to understand your answers. If you can be more detailed it might be helpful.
I want to buy a Android head unit and after looking at several brands I think I want to go with ATOTO A6 PF A6G2A7PF, made the decision based on price, seller in USA, advertised features and reviews I found on line. I would really apritiate any help with the following items I have not been able to find for this or any other Android Head Unit:
1) Is there a better unit for around the same price?2) is there a website or something where I can buy the radio harness for my specific car?3) Do I need to buy something to be able to us the Bose factory amp's, the atoto comes with some line to converters not sure if that would work?4) How can I retain Steering wheel controls? I have been told for my car it is too hard as they are "standard resistive button signal" and other said "it was by impedance"5) can I add a usb hub or splitter to connect two things to one USB port on the unit?6) I have read a lot about CanBus integration how do I know if my car can do this?I will install this in a 2001 Nissan Pathfinder LE that still has the stock Bose premium Audio system and I want to keep the amp's and speakers as is for now. suv Las has a second row screen and a VCR in the cargo space that is connected to the Bose unit. any Ideas was can be done with this or upgraded too.
Thank you
Hi all! I recently purchased a Chinese imported Android 11 GT6 aftermarket head unit for my 2010 Chevy Camaro. It's a Tesla style unit that fits perfectly into my car system. It connects up to all of my a/c controls, steering wheel controls, speakers, the old gauges that came with the car, and basically everything else the original stereo unit connected to. It also offers wifi, 4G internet, GPS, wireless Apple CarPlay, and a host of other features.
I have attempted to speak with the seller of this unit, but I feel there may be a language barrier and at best, he's only a seller and doesn't have technical knowledge about the software. In the attached photos, I am wanting to update the UI (user interface) to one that I am seeing in other head units like the one I have purchased. I know this is possible, but am not sure how to achieve this result. The first attached photo is what mine currently looks like. The second photo is the UI I am wanting to upgrade to. I am also included the technical specs screenshot from my unit, as this may help. Perhaps someone here in the forums has information as to how to make this upgrade, or who I could contact to learn more about doing this.
This is my first post, and I thank you so much for any help you guys can provide.
Jeremy Peace