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Repurpose these head units

My Joying head unit has been sitting in a box since it can't be installed in my new car. Any ideas on ways one could repurpose these head units besides the obvious way (home stereo)?

I usually take those anything in the way of a leftover radio I like and put them in a small enclosure, then use them to drive some speakers in the garage.
I've done this in the past but I haven't done this recently. I just have a regular old receiver in there now.
You'd have to do some hacksaw work, but you might be able to get it to reside nicely in something like this:
https://www.amazon.com/SilverStone-Technology-Mini-DTX-Mini-ITX-SG13WB/dp/B0148P0EKI/
or maybe this:
https://www.amazon.com/Cooler-Master-Elite-Supply-RC-110-KKN2/dp/B00ID2FBU6/
It'd be best of you get this case, then borrow a TIG welder to weld some metal brackets in there to hold the radio in place. Or maybe just cut out the front and use the metal brackets that come with it to secure it to the floor of the case. There's a couple different options, here.

What do you mean it *can't* be installed in your car? Explain in more detail.

doitright said:
What do you mean it *can't* be installed in your car? Explain in more detail.
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Maybe can't isn't the best word, but the car uses some fiber optic stuff for the radio and speaker system and the lil' research I've done indicates aftermarket stuff aren't compatible.
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DiGiTY said:
Maybe can't isn't the best word, but the car uses some fiber optic stuff for the radio and speaker system and the lil' research I've done indicates aftermarket stuff aren't compatible.
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That sounds like good stuff to rip out. At the end of the day, all speakers run on regular old wires, so if they threw in a bit of fiber optic crap, it will be pretty trivial to bypass.
Without knowing the car, my guess would be that there is a fiber running between the head unit and some kind of wacky amplifier? So just hook the replacement head unit to the wires coming out of the amplifier, and cut the amplifier out altogether.

I thought about it, but it's a Range Rover and that's not the kind of car who's guts you customize unless you're going to go all out.
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Looking to upgrade.. What Android HU is everyone buying now?

So I'm looking to upgrade from a Pumpkin Head Unit RK3066 that I've had for a couple years now running Malysk rom but performance seems to be getting worse as time goes by. Problem is that I'm not sure what current unit to buy. I want the best specs available right now and I need to be able to root. I have a 2015 Toyota Camry. Would be great to find an HU that is a direct fit for my car but any universal unit would be fine also.
I found this on Amazon for $300 ... Joying JY-UL135N2 https://www.amazon.com/JOYING-Android-Stereo-Navigation-Bluetooth/dp/B01M670UWI
Can anyone recommend any other Android HU's that they are liking and post links to where they bought them?

mad212 said:
So I'm looking to upgrade from a Pumpkin Head Unit RK3066 that I've had for a couple years now running Malysk rom but performance seems to be getting worse as time goes by. Problem is that I'm not sure what current unit to buy. I want the best specs available right now and I need to be able to root. I have a 2015 Toyota Camry. Would be great to find an HU that is a direct fit for my car but any universal unit would be fine also.
I found this on Amazon for $300 ... Joying JY-UL135N2 https://www.amazon.com/JOYING-Android-Stereo-Navigation-Bluetooth/dp/B01M670UWI
Can anyone recommend any other Android HU's that they are liking and post links to where they bought them?
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I have the jy-ul135n2 and I'm quite happy with it, and there seems to be a fairly large user base so little tweaks here and there should be more common than other units. The only thing I don't like about it hardware wise is the recessed screen. So, if you don't absolutely have to have the physical buttons around the screen I'd get the version with touch sensitive buttons that are flush with the screen.

vassandrei said:
I have the jy-ul135n2 and I'm quite happy with it, and there seems to be a fairly large user base so little tweaks here and there should be more common than other units. The only thing I don't like about it hardware wise is the recessed screen. So, if you don't absolutely have to have the physical buttons around the screen I'd get the version with touch sensitive buttons that are flush with the screen.
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Is this the one without the recessed screen? This one looks like it only has one sdcard slot.
https://www.amazon.com/JOYING-Andro...id=1487015367&sr=1-2&keywords=android+2gb+car

New Xtrons PA97MTVPL for SEAT Altea not fitting

Hi all
Has anyone fit the Xtrons PA97MTVPL yet? I just received one and it won't fit in my 2010 Altea. On the product description the Altea is mentioned as compatible for the years 2004 to 2015. They do warn that you should check the console to be sure it'll fit because they can't guarantee it will fit, but I checked what I could see and the dimensions all match. In fact the facia panel I have is a lovely fit!!
It's the stupid lower left and right corners. For some reason Xtrons have made these square on this model while other compatible models (such as the PCD8AMTVA or the PA87MTVP which I think is its sister model but with DVD) have rounded corners!!
The RCD310 that I've removed also has rounded lower corners. So what gives with the square corners?!
I'm mostly annoyed because I decided to wire it all up and test it before finally mounting it. Apart from not being able to find a way to get the DAB aerial cable fed behind the dash (I suspect I will need to get someone to do that for me) everything was working perfectly! My FM reception was easily as good as the RCD310, the GPS was picking up strong signals, the sound (for the money) is really, really good, with a DAB aerial taped to the windscreen I was able to pick up all the channels I wanted with full signal strength!! I even had the device switching off when I removed the key!! And not only that it remembered what was running when I switched the ignition on and boot up within seconds!!
It was all going so well!! Why, oh, why did Xtrons make the bottom corners square? Will these actually fit other SEAT models? Is it only my version of the Altea that it won't fit? The corners are exactly where the fascia clips are so I can't even trim the plastic!!
It will have to go back, which is a shame as my initial impression is that it is a really nice piece of kit that actually behaves as it should!
I just wondered if anyone else has had a similar installation problem with this or any other head units? So much for being Custom Fit!!!

Maybe you have the unit for the facelift dashboard? I know this does exist on a Leon, so maybe also on an altea?
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Maybe you have the unit for the facelift dashboard? I know this does exist on a Leon, so maybe also on an altea?
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You could be right, but that's not obvious on their website or their ads as it states that it is compatible with the Altea models from 2004 to 2015 and I'm fairly sure the 2004 model probably didn't have the facelift. But maybe I'm wrong. It does have the extra L on the end of its model number, but there is no explanation anywhere on the website as to what that actually means.
I've never had my RCD310 out before today so had no idea that the mounting could be different. We live and learn. Hopefully this will not be a costly lesson!! I've been in touch with the supplier so just waiting to hear from them with my fingers crossed!
It's a real shame as I am very impressed with the unit otherwise. I'll try and swap it with the PA87MTVP which should fit albeit with a smaller screen.

Just for information's sake I thought I'd let you know I have managed to fit the Xtrons unit into my Altea. I did have to do some minor modifications to the plastic, but nothing that can be seen once the fascia is back in place.
Suffice it to say that, so far, I love this unit! It is everything I hoped it would be and more and after a couple of days driving with it I would definitely recommend it! Hopefully I'll still feel the same in a few months time!!

where did you order it from and for what price?

I bought it from Audio Visual Tech on eBay for £199.99. Delivery was quick. I had to contact the seller a couple of times initially to enquire about availability, as it was out of stock when I ordered, and they were always quick to respond and polite and helpful. The unit came back into stock sooner than they originally thought and was sent straight out.

Hi,
I’ve recently fitted one of these to my 2007 Passat and I have to say I’m disappointed!
WiFi range is horrendous
Steering wheel controls only work on certain apps
It won’t recognise my IPhone as an iPod so I cannot Control it from m the HU
Screen is way too bright at night at lowest setting (dangerously so)
Spotify app keeps dumping downloaded playlists
Dab+ app is awful with no way to save favourite stations
I’m seriously considering selling it on (at a huge loss no doubt) & forking our for a Kenwood / Pioneer with CarPlay!

happyarthur1979 said:
Hi,
I’ve recently fitted one of these to my 2007 Passat and I have to say I’m disappointed!
WiFi range is horrendous
Steering wheel controls only work on certain apps
It won’t recognise my IPhone as an iPod so I cannot Control it from m the HU
Screen is way too bright at night at lowest setting (dangerously so)
Spotify app keeps dumping downloaded playlists
Dab+ app is awful with no way to save favourite stations
I’m seriously considering selling it on (at a huge loss no doubt) & forking our for a Kenwood / Pioneer with CarPlay!
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any recommended alternative android 7 unit? i'm looking for my Skoda Roomster 2015

ystokar said:
any recommended alternative android 7 unit? i'm looking for my Skoda Roomster 2015
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Hey, no not really as I’ve not really been looking. I would guess they are all very similar though hence my probable decision to go with a big named brand with CarPlay installed!
Graham.

KLD oreo 8 core 4gb ram 32gb rom just received very poor quality control

Hi all,
long time reader first time writer. I just got my KLD unit in the mail. I am very familiar with rooting android and have done many projects over the years with them. I'm an old guy that has been around since the beginning of PCs before they were available for individuals and only used in banking etc. I thought it would be a great idea to install a new HU in the car, I purchased a month ago, since it's stereo is okay but has limited capability. So I took the plunge and ordered a KLD unit with a blue tooth dbd II dongle and the Parrot Blue Tooth Module FT6000T. I ordered this unit because it is a new car and is made for my model. I like things looking factory. So far I have installed a backup camera, a DVR and other miscellaneous devices in the car. I though this would be a great addition since I have installed car radios, custom electronic devices, etc. since I was a kid. However; upon opening the box I was in for quite a surprise. I won't even attempt to install this unit as it is a pile of junk. The Power/Volume and Tune knobs are not even centered. The rear radio antenna input is off center I don't think it will even plug in without disassembling the unit. Maybe even require re-soldering the plug? I don't know as I'm not willing to take it apart as I am disgusted with the obvious problems with quality control. Finally, it's getting boxed up and sent back. I am taking the time to write all this as this board has helped me many times in the past, and I owe it to the community here. There are so many knowledgeable folks here I learn new stuff everyday. Thank you all! Sorry I didn't get to power it up and see how it works, but if the way it was assembled is any clue, I'm sure it has all kinds of problems that I don't want to deal with. I did a lot of research here before purchasing and thought the problems would be worth all the nice features; WRONG. So buyer beware!

Gartenzwergmann said:
Hi all,
long time reader first time writer. I just got my KLD unit in the mail. I am very familiar with rooting android and have done many projects over the years with them. I'm an old guy that has been around since the beginning of PCs before they were available for individuals and only used in banking etc. I thought it would be a great idea to install a new HU in the car, I purchased a month ago, since it's stereo is okay but has limited capability. So I took the plunge and ordered a KLD unit with a blue tooth dbd II dongle and the Parrot Blue Tooth Module FT6000T. I ordered this unit because it is a new car and is made for my model. I like things looking factory. So far I have installed a backup camera, a DVR and other miscellaneous devices in the car. I though this would be a great addition since I have installed car radios, custom electronic devices, etc. since I was a kid. However; upon opening the box I was in for quite a surprise. I won't even attempt to install this unit as it is a pile of junk. The Power/Volume and Tune knobs are not even centered. The rear radio antenna input is off center I don't think it will even plug in without disassembling the unit. Maybe even require re-soldering the plug? I don't know as I'm not willing to take it apart as I am disgusted with the obvious problems with quality control. Finally, it's getting boxed up and sent back. I am taking the time to write all this as this board has helped me many times in the past, and I owe it to the community here. There are so many knowledgeable folks here I learn new stuff everyday. Thank you all! Sorry I didn't get to power it up and see how it works, but if the way it was assembled is any clue, I'm sure it has all kinds of problems that I don't want to deal with. I did a lot of research here before purchasing and thought the problems would be worth all the nice features; WRONG. So buyer beware!
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hello, I've been using it for three months on Hyundai Tucson 2016, everything works fine, and the second android, the first px5 2gb was a disaster, you could not make a decent call, I do not open the unit to see inside, I have at 10.1 inc and I am satisfied.

@OP, fancy taking a few photos. I've not heard of KLD, but according to the Hui Fei, it's Klyde? Again, not a brand I'm familiar with. The main players are Xtrons, Eonon, Joying, Pumpkin and the pricier Dynavin and to a lesser extent Erisin. There's a few lesser known brands, but obviously you start to fall into the murky world of unbranded stuff at that point.
I was able to find this Alibaba link: https://www.alibaba.com/product-detail/klyde-2-din-7-inch-head_60387926850.html
Which I must admit, doesn't inspire confidence. That front is utterly hideous with the chrome knobs. However, I suspect the rest of it is okay. Some photos would be good though to backup your remarks

sorry about the confusion
Hi Skezza and Conan, sorry for the confusion. I was a little pissy about the quality control when I wrote my review as I had just received the head unit. I am not able to post photos yet. Maybe because I'm a newbie? Maybe because this is the first time I've posted on a forum and don't know what I'm doing? Skezza you are correct it is a KLYDE unit from China. I bought it directly from the manufacture. It was literally built three days, at KLYDE before shipping, according to the chasse tag. My understanding is KLYDE sells to other companies that rebrand them. This was made vehicle specific. I am guessing that is why it was made three days before shipping? I decided to keep the unit. I was being a little too picky - I think about the flaws. I straightened out the antenna input with a wooden dowel. My son said the two knobs were not that far off center in the front. He knows I am a perfectionist. He is a computer engineer and tells me I obsess too much about imperfections with electronics. He should know as that's what he does day in and day out. So I agreed with him and installed the unit. I was disappointed with the external mic. In theory the mic plugs into an input. No way that was happening as they aren't even close to the same size. I have a couple of adapters laying around, but no dice. Very odd size on the head unit. Overall, so far, I have been impressed with it's features. Cold boots in about 10 seconds or so maybe faster. Love the flexibility of what it will do. I like the two micro SD slots. I don't know how many gigs they will support but so far no problems with a 32 gig card. The other slot is marked GPS which is good if a decent ROM comes out. I made a phone call, via Bluetooth and my wife said it was clear. I used the mic mounted in the head unit as I gave up on the external mic. The only things I am really disappointed about are the following: The mic button on the swc does not activate the mic. I am sure I'll find a solution. Mapping it so far is a no go. The factory car usb/ipod connector, the factory car AUX, and the factory mic don't work. The unit comes with two usb outputs. I may get brave and flush mount these somewhere in the interior, but I'm hesitant since it's a new car. IMHO the factory usb/ipod, aux, and mic should work as this is supposed to be plug and play according to KLYDE. Other than that I love this head unit. I did contact the seller and told him the problems with it. He was very polite and offered to let me send it back. However, by this time I had already installed it, and the minor flaws didn't affect the overall performance. I do have a photo of the unit installed. I will keep trying to post a photo. Skezza it looks bad when it's not installed. The facia you are seeing probably has the tabs for mounting and groves for the vehicle's trim. It looks factory. The chrome knobs are a little cheezy but there aren't many choices out there for a factory look. Everyone, so far, doesn't realize it's after market. When my wife isn't looking I may order an amp and after market speakers. Maybe even a sub woofer. The unit supports them so sounds like a fun project. German oompha music sounds great cranked up!

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Hi Skezza and Conan, sorry for the confusion. I was a little pissy about the quality control when I wrote my review as I had just received the head unit. I am not able to post photos yet. Maybe because I'm a newbie? Maybe because this is the first time I've posted on a forum and don't know what I'm doing? Skezza you are correct it is a KLYDE unit from China. I bought it directly from the manufacture. It was literally built three days, at KLYDE before shipping, according to the chasse tag. My understanding is KLYDE sells to other companies that rebrand them. This was made vehicle specific. I am guessing that is why it was made three days before shipping? I decided to keep the unit. I was being a little too picky - I think about the flaws. I straightened out the antenna input with a wooden dowel. My son said the two knobs were not that far off center in the front. He knows I am a perfectionist. He is a computer engineer and tells me I obsess too much about imperfections with electronics. He should know as that's what he does day in and day out. So I agreed with him and installed the unit. I was disappointed with the external mic. In theory the mic plugs into an input. No way that was happening as they aren't even close to the same size. I have a couple of adapters laying around, but no dice. Very odd size on the head unit. Overall, so far, I have been impressed with it's features. Cold boots in about 10 seconds or so maybe faster. Love the flexibility of what it will do. I like the two micro SD slots. I don't know how many gigs they will support but so far no problems with a 32 gig card. The other slot is marked GPS which is good if a decent ROM comes out. I made a phone call, via Bluetooth and my wife said it was clear. I used the mic mounted in the head unit as I gave up on the external mic. The only things I am really disappointed about are the following: The mic button on the swc does not activate the mic. I am sure I'll find a solution. Mapping it so far is a no go. The factory car usb/ipod connector, the factory car AUX, and the factory mic don't work. The unit comes with two usb outputs. I may get brave and flush mount these somewhere in the interior, but I'm hesitant since it's a new car. IMHO the factory usb/ipod, aux, and mic should work as this is supposed to be plug and play according to KLYDE. Other than that I love this head unit. I did contact the seller and told him the problems with it. He was very polite and offered to let me send it back. However, by this time I had already installed it, and the minor flaws didn't affect the overall performance. I do have a photo of the unit installed. I will keep trying to post a photo. Skezza it looks bad when it's not installed. The facia you are seeing probably has the tabs for mounting and groves for the vehicle's trim. It looks factory. The chrome knobs are a little cheezy but there aren't many choices out there for a factory look. Everyone, so far, doesn't realize it's after market. When my wife isn't looking I may order an amp and after market speakers. Maybe even a sub woofer. The unit supports them so sounds like a fun project. German oompha music sounds great cranked up!
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Sounds like a more positive resolution then. Photos would be great. I don't know exactly how Klyde work. I would suspect most of these companies order from the same factory, and then put their software and skins on etc. I've found the external mics don't provide a whole lot of extra benefit.

I also purchased a Klyde Android Headunit. I did not go directly to the manufacturer, only found out it was a Klyde unit after I got it installed and viewed the system info. Mine was the PX3 2GB model.
In my case I was satisfied with the build quality but I had a ton of issues from AUX not working, terrible android experience with the stock rom, apps missing or failing, Wifi disconnects, Bluetooth problems w/ OBD2 and Google play problems.
In less than 24 hours I devoured XDA topics on PX3's, rooting these units and rom options. I chose to go with the Hal9k ROM. All I have to say is I love the unit now, every issue I had was fixed with the rom, everything works as expected and I am very happy.
Summary: Klyde's stock setup sucks, get a rom on there and root it ASAP.

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I also purchased a Klyde Android Headunit. I did not go directly to the manufacturer, only found out it was a Klyde unit after I got it installed and viewed the system info. Mine was the PX3 2GB model.
In my case I was satisfied with the build quality but I had a ton of issues from AUX not working, terrible android experience with the stock rom, apps missing or failing, Wifi disconnects, Bluetooth problems w/ OBD2 and Google play problems.
In less than 24 hours I devoured XDA topics on PX3's, rooting these units and rom options. I chose to go with the Hal9k ROM. All I have to say is I love the unit now, every issue I had was fixed with the rom, everything works as expected and I am very happy.
Summary: Klyde's stock setup sucks, get a rom on there and root it ASAP.
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Seems to be a common theme the stock ROM's sucking balls lol.

Klyde and Erisin use the ****tiest mainboards you can imagine, thats their nr1 problem. Nr2 is the quality control. And the problem extends even further because Joying, Pumpkin and Eonon with PX cpus are all Klyde units.
We have been trough many klyde units wher i work, and while they fixed alot of issues with their 7.1 and onwards units, Their 5.1 MTCC was just pure garbage. we still get about 30% defective units back from customers. its insane.
Sadly not much help to you OP, but atleast it might be a warning for others.
Oh yeah their dual UI with windows isnt exactly the best ui on the planet. luckily we have Hal9k

Any good 1-din PX5 with adjustable screen, other than Joying?

Hello.
is there any suggestion for a 1-din head unit, with ajustable screen, similar to the Joying ones, like this?
I'm having a hard time with the Joying support to have a refund for a unsatisfying QD unit, so I would preferably buy from an other brand.
Thanks.

There’s an Xtrons unit I was looking at. Model No. TR704L which has asimilar form factor to the joying single din units. not sure if the screen height is adjustable though.

whats up with the head unit ? i just got one of the px-5 octa core 4gb ram models with a 10.1 inch screen.
was trying to find a good matte screen protector

Néocray said:
Hello.
is there any suggestion for a 1-din head unit, with ajustable screen, similar to the Joying ones, like this?
I'm having a hard time with the Joying support to have a refund for a unsatisfying FYT unit, so I would preferably buy from an other brand.
Thanks.
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What was wrong with your fyt unit? Generally they are better quality than other designs.

angus99 said:
There’s an Xtrons unit I was looking at. Model No. TR704L which has asimilar form factor to the joying single din units. not sure if the screen height is adjustable though.
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The concept is interesting with the screen mounted on a ball joint. However, it doesn't seem to be adjustable. :/
I have an Alfa 156 and the screen has to fit between the gauges and the A/C controls. The 7" Joying screen barely fits.
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whats up with the head unit ? i just got one of the px-5 octa core 4gb ram models with a 10.1 inch screen.
was trying to find a good matte screen protector
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Candy from Joying keeps saying that I can't send the unit back to Germany, only to China. She's willing to refund half the shipping fees, but wants to make the exchange from China. So I would have to pay the customs, while it was already paid in the price from Germany.
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What was wrong with your fyt unit? Generally they are better quality than other designs.
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I don't know why I wrote FYT while it's a QD unit. :facepalm:

I'm looking for something similar. Something that won't block my AC controls or my 4WD controls.

Hi, We have this unit. its a 1din 10"
https://androidautoshop.com/1-din-s...32gb-entertainment-system.html#/26-map-europe

AnaMayShun said:
I'm looking for something similar. Something that won't block my AC controls or my 4WD controls.
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And it's quite difficult, because I need to see the gauges, at least the water temperature gauge, just in case.
Which means that there is only ~120 mm of clearance…
AndroidAutoShop said:
Hi, We have this unit. its a 1din 10"
https://androidautoshop.com/1-din-s...32gb-entertainment-system.html#/26-map-europe
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Thanks for your proposition, but the screen is way too big. :/
And your other universal 1-din has a 7" motorized screen which doesn't fit (because it would mask the gauges). Also, the price of the 7" is a little high, considering that the RAM is only 2 Gb…

I'm still struggling with the Joying support.
So if there is any other suggestion, I will happily hear it.