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Iconia A500 In Dash install help.

Im getting ready to buy a new car. In my current car I have a kenwood single din slide out DVD/NAV unit. Frankly im sick of it.
In the new car (Mazda RX-8) im planning on doing a tablet on the dash. I already have all the technical stuff for that part of the install sussed out.
A cannabalized dock for the power and the audio, after market double din dash kit, Custom built (already sorted) swivel mount in the top din, head unit in the lower din for the audio pass through with an adapter for the steering wheel controls.
What Im stuck on, after much searching, is the software. What im looking for specifically is software to let me link my phone over BT so the when I get a call the tablet displays the info and can be used as a handsfree jobby. would be nice if it could also pass data as well but im not greedy.
It may be easier to use a BT adapter for the head unit itself if such software doesn't exist or isnt possible, and then just use the wifi tether for the data on the tablet for nav and such.
Any help or ideas would be SUPER appreciated.

Tablet Talk... works perfect, u can connect over BT

serviciosmoviles1 said:
Tablet Talk... works perfect, u can connect over BT
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This looks pretty good for SMS and it says it has caller id. Can you confirm that I can answer the call from the tablet and use it as a hands free?

I use textab same as tablet talk has Cid but u can't answer the call. I also have a flip out indash I use bt to connect it and I can answer calls from the dash touch screen Audio comes trough the 9 speaker system in my car

GRIMLOCKE said:
This looks pretty good for SMS and it says it has caller id. Can you confirm that I can answer the call from the tablet and use it as a hands free?
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The caller ID works very good but you can not answer the call from your tablet. If you want full phone service in your tablet ( answer and place calls) u can use groove ip assuming that u can give data connection to your tablet from your phone and u have a google number after that u just need forwarding your primary number at your google number and u are ready... sounds difficult but believe me, its very easy... I use this every single day and do not take more of 30 sec

Man I lucked out with sprint, google voice and groove IP, is all I need since my my phone is integrated.
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Can you take a picture of the tablet on your dash? Would love to see how it look in the car.

10507 said:
Can you take a picture of the tablet on your dash? Would love to see how it look in the car.
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I havent actually started any install as of yet. Still waiting on the car.
Funny story. I went to test drive the RX-8 today. It went LESS than stellar.
The car broke down three times in traffic. I got it back to the lot and the salesman still tried to sell it to me. I said get it working and Ill test drive it again...and MAYBE I might think about it. best salesman quote: "Its an automatic, it cant stall.
When I do get the new car next couple weeks/month I will keep you guys updated on the install. Im pretty sure im going to go with the headunit BT.

Can't wait to see it, I like the idea I might opt for kindle fire to mine in my car depending on how stable those devs get it.
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you know, I never really considered replacing my radio with a tablet, though I thought of several different ways to mount it separately. I wasn't satisfied with any of my ideas so I'll be checking to see how this one goes. Good luck and take lots of notes and pics.

what is a good way to mount this in a car??

post pics when you get it finished I'd love to see how it came out.
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Pioneer SPH-8TAB-BT

Hi all, the Pioneer SPH-8TAB-BT is brand new and decided to open a topic about it.
First issue I have that there is no call-out button in the software, while if I am dialing a number on my phone, there is a screen that shows who I am calling.
Second, is there any other FM app that could work. The stock one is too ugly.

I found out voice dialing works if you update PSS in the Google Play Store, but there is no Bluetooth dialer app yet

hjdevries said:
I found out voice dialing works if you update PSS in the Google Play Store, but there is no Bluetooth dialer app yet
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Would be better to ask in a Pioneer forum.
The unit you got is too seldom at XDA. Seems that this is a real tablet just with a connector to the head unit.
No one knows what´s in there.

hjdevries said:
Hi all, the Pioneer SPH-8TAB-BT is brand new and decided to open a topic about it.
First issue I have that there is no call-out button in the software, while if I am dialing a number on my phone, there is a screen that shows who I am calling.
Second, is there any other FM app that could work. The stock one is too ugly.
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Look at it, maybe there will be explanations. https://youtu.be/i6-ybPcwWMg

rigattoni said:
Would be better to ask in a Pioneer forum.
The unit you got is too seldom at XDA. Seems that this is a real tablet just with a connector to the head unit.
No one knows what´s in there.
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Yes, it just got out on the market!

sun.valeo said:
Look at it, maybe there will be explanations. https://youtu.be/i6-ybPcwWMg
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Thanks, had a look. I played around for hours so nothing new.
But I had contact with Pioneer:
A) No DAB+ support
B) Bluetooth dialing and use Phone COntacts list will come in a couple of months

hjdevries said:
B) Bluetooth dialing and use Phone COntacts list will come in a couple of months
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Seriously??? You are kidding us, are you?
A car device without phone call possibility???
I would send this bull**** back wherever it comes from.... sorry, but this is not acceptable.
Just mounting a tablet on some mysterious radio without necessary functionality is not ready for sale.
OMG...

I agree, but other than that the device is great.
Anybody here who already has the device?

Update
I have the same model Pioneer has brougt an update on their site go to pioneer and go to software and type you're model nr to download the file unpack it to a usb drive so now you have the Cal function you have to update the pioneer sync app on the tablet and need a usb stick wit the download file plugged in to the system

Kevinjumpy said:
I have the same model Pioneer has brougt an update on their site go to pioneer and go to software and type you're model nr to download the file unpack it to a usb drive so now you have the Cal function you have to update the pioneer sync app on the tablet and need a usb stick wit the download file plugged in to the system
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Thanks, how is your overall experience so far?

Android Headunit 4gb/64gb octacore USB port no data

Hi this is my first post here after it being recommended from another forum
I’ve recently purchased a android unit for a 2012 Range Rover evoque and the USB port is not working. It’s the only one and there is power, it’s able to charge devices but I cannot use a memory stick or my CarPlay adapter
I’ve attached some photos of the system information from factory settings and a photo of usb device test
If anybody has any ideas on how I can fix this is would be hugely appreciated!
If you need anymore information about the unit just ask

Anybody have any ideas at all?

wizzi08 said:
Anybody have any ideas at all?
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Seems to be a hardware issue. You should get in contact with the seller to get this fixed.

I’ve tried contacting the seller and unfortunately they are not interested/don’t want to help

Then open a dispute and send the unit back.

rigattoni said:
Then open a dispute and send the unit back.
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The last option is to connect a small USB hub but I would be sending it back because who knows down the track what other issues may arise.
I put a small hub in the middle of my center console so that all the USB's can be inserted at anytime.

Sending it back/disputes/refunds etc are not a option. I’m stuck with the unit and I’d really like to find a way to fix it

wizzi08 said:
Sending it back/disputes/refunds etc are not a option. I’m stuck with the unit and I’d really like to find a way to fix it
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So how to find a way to fix it if the data connection is broken in a forum?
This is no software issue. It´s a real hardware issue.
Sending this crap back is the only option, if you don´t want pay for a repair at a local specialist.
@sandpita
Sorry, but a USB hub does not make any sense if the USB does not work at all, just spending 5V, but no data. Didn´t you read his posting good enough?

I know from past experience with Linux/android boxes/libreelec/coreelec that 9 times out of ten a USB port that has 5v but no data is normally a software, firmware or kernel issue. I was told this and another forum would be the best place to get advice for these types of devices. Of course if sending it back was a option I wouldn’t even be here

rigattoni said:
So how to find a way to fix it if the data connection is broken in a forum?
This is no software issue. It´s a real hardware issue.
Sending this crap back is the only option, if you don´t want pay for a repair at a local specialist.
@sandpita
Sorry, but a USB hub does not make any sense if the USB does not work at all, just spending 5V, but no data. Didn´t you read his posting good enough?
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My apologies, I didn't read it correctly and relax it was a simple error on my side.

Hey , i think i have a very similar version of this unit .
Mine is a new version for a 2012 RRS
I also had this issue ! , i resolved it by looking at the cable that goes into rear of the unit and one of the pins came unclipped. it happened after removing it so many times. Pushing it in fixed the issue.
Also, If this dont fix it. Enable developer mode . Looks for USB settings in there, theres an option in there that can change it from USB charging mode to data
Issues so far with mine
OEM interface didnt work - Update from seller
Overheating - Update from seller
Mic not working - Added a USB microphone
GPS signal weak - New GPS antenna
I am onto the last problem which is stopping me putting it in the car.
When ever i use Bluetooth Phone, I get a relay clicking sound from inside the unit . I then cant hear anything from the person on the other side. When i end the call it then clicks again and the stereo starts playing.
I also get the same clicking sound from Google Voice
Could you show me a pic of your phone app on your unit ? also.. Do you get what i mentioned above ?

Hi thanks for the reply ! I have very similar issues to yours!
- original car menus show a black screen with the digital version of the physical buttons it replaced Down the sides
-Reverse camera is also a black screen
-Usb not working as mentioned- I’ll try your cable fix though I’ve already enabled developer settings
-I haven’t had any overheating issues but I haven’t been on any journeys longer than a hour or so yet
Microphone is working ok and the Bluetooth audio and phone all work ok
I will add some photos tomorrow when I’m back with the car
My seller is useless and won’t help at all they simply ignore me, what update did they send you? My vehicle is a 2012 evoque dynamic lux

New TS10 UIS7862 6gb ram 128gb head unit q&a's

So I bit the bullet and bought myself this head unit:
https://a.aliexpress.com/_9JZiHu
Ad stated that unit is 4gb ts8, but unit shipped and arrived is 6gb TS10.
Plugged everything up unit works nice and smooth as expected, but one seriously annoying bug.
Phone connected to HU and when I try to make a phone call I can hear receiver speaking, but they can't hear me.
Head unit does have internal mic. And Mike does work with other apps
I've checked permissions and Bluetooth app does not even request mic permission.
Any ideas? Suggestions? Anyone else got similar issues?
Maybe custom ROMs available etc?
I've managed to enable USB debugging, got passwords for engineering mode, extra settings etc...
Pics of my headunit attached

sciux said:
So I bit the bullet and bought myself this head unit:
https://a.aliexpress.com/_9JZiHu
Ad stated that unit is 4gb ts8, but unit shipped and arrived is 6gb TS10.
Plugged everything up unit works nice and smooth as expected, but one seriously annoying bug.
Phone connected to HU and when I try to make a phone call I can hear receiver speaking, but they can't hear me.
Head unit does have internal mic. And Mike does work with other apps
I've checked permissions and Bluetooth app does not even request mic permission.
Any ideas? Suggestions? Anyone else got similar issues?
Maybe custom ROMs available etc?
I've managed to enable USB debugging, got passwords for engineering mode, extra settings etc...
Pics of my headunit attached
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Hi there, did you have any luck with this? I've just received the same head unit and found the same problem. I've had a quick troubleshoot but haven't had any success so far. Thanks

coombsee said:
Hi there, did you have any luck with this? I've just received the same head unit and found the same problem. I've had a quick troubleshoot but haven't had any success so far. Thanks
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I did actually managed to sort it out. Store suggested connecting external mic to 3.5mm plug on the harness that came with head unit. Did that, but nothing changed.
Can't remember exactly what I did, but it's something down the lines of Google Voice setting that it's setup to constantly listen for "hey Google" you have to disable that and than "hey Google" function will only work when you in the maps etc not constantly whilst head unit is on.
If you can't find that setting let me know I'll find it and explain in detail how to do that.
If you have the same issue as me I'm positive that this might be the cause

sciux said:
I did actually managed to sort it out. Store suggested connecting external mic to 3.5mm plug on the harness that came with head unit. Did that, but nothing changed.
Can't remember exactly what I did, but it's something down the lines of Google Voice setting that it's setup to constantly listen for "hey Google" you have to disable that and than "hey Google" function will only work when you in the maps etc not constantly whilst head unit is on.
If you can't find that setting let me know I'll find it and explain in detail how to do that.
If you have the same issue as me I'm positive that this might be the cause
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That was 100% it. Turned the 'Hey Google' activation off and problem solved. Thanks!

Glad I could help. I remember being frustrated fumming looking for answers for almost a week... With seller being let's say close to useless they did try...
I came across answer online somewhere where same issue was happening with a phone not headunit so thought worth a try and it worked
Anyway, good luck

Could you please give a screenshot of the setting you changed or at least where in the settings the function is.

Go to applications/car settings/ click on the left button ---more/ Google services and preferences/ click on account services/ search, assistant & voice/ voice/ voice match.
First line should say hey Google access your assistant any time you say "hey Google" when your screen is on. Turn this off.
This worked for me. I'll make a short video just in case

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Could you please give a screenshot of the setting you changed or at least where in the settings the function is.
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As promised, sorry video seems a bit blurry phone failing to focus

You have gone over and above. Thank you. Found never have thought to delve that deep into settings for the solution.

I did try to be helpful, because I know how frustrated I was being unable to make a phone call or rather switch to hands free mode on the phone every time there was a call. And it really bugged me. It was obvious that it was software not hardware issue since mic worked everywhere else.
Seller couldn't explain anything either and I ended up ripping my brand new cars dashboard 4 times trying to work it out... So I kind of understand and if it helps somebody else I'm more than pleased with taking 10minutes of my time to do so .
Good day sir

sciux said:
I've managed to enable USB debugging, got passwords for engineering mode, extra settings etc...
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Would you mind sharing all the codes that you have for the unit please.

ludditefornow said:
Would you mind sharing all the codes that you have for the unit please.
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extra settings- 123456
developer mode- 7890(**). (**) is your current time. example ..if u try it at 3.00 o'clock just key in 789003. did u get it?

A generic firmware update for TS10 deviced. (link expires in a week - probably worth somebody reuploading)
TS10.1.2_20210106.173438_THEME1.zip
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Place the file in the root of a USB and hit the system upgrade button in the settings.
After the update, go to settings - car settings - extra setting - 123456 - config info - choose the options that were ticked prior to the update (BC6 for me)
The update file is titled: TS10.1.2_20210106.173438_THEME1.zip
Presumably from 6th Jan 2021

Headunit reloaded works very well (for seamless android auto support) on these TS10 units for those who have not tried!

rnakpatel said:
Place the file in the root of a USB and hit the system upgrade button in the settings.
After the update, go to settings - car settings - extra setting - 123456 - config info - choose the options that were ticked prior to the update (BC6 for me)
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Do you have any screen shots of the UI and the specs with this ROM?
Is it only suitablefor 6gb / 128 gb models or will the 4gb/64gb models also accept this?

rnakpatel said:
A generic firmware update for TS10 deviced. (link expires in a week - probably worth somebody reuploading)
TS10.1.2_20210106.173438_THEME1.zip
1 file sent via WeTransfer, the simplest way to send your files around the world
wetransfer.com
Place the file in the root of a USB and hit the system upgrade button in the settings.
After the update, go to settings - car settings - extra setting - 123456 - config info - choose the options that were ticked prior to the update (BC6 for me)
The update file is titled: TS10.1.2_20210106.173438_THEME1.zip
Presumably from 6th Jan 2021
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hi rnakpatel , that is my HU detail. can i use firmware that u post for update?

ludditefornow said:
Do you have any screen shots of the UI and the specs with this ROM?
Is it only suitablefor 6gb / 128 gb models or will the 4gb/64gb models also accept this?
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I can't tell you with confidence what units are compatible. I do note it has settings for screen resolution - this is on my 720p device. I also note I needed to adjust the config info setting to match what my stereo comes with after flashing. The canbus receivers are set up using a database queried online and car specific apps and logos are automatically added.
The update is excellent - everything works very well. Head unit reloaded works with wireless android auto and wired (though a little buggy wirrless)
This

Thanks for this. It is useful.
A couple of questions.
1. Can you run that config again if something is incorrect? If so what is the name of the APK? Or do you need to load the whole ROM again to get to that stage?
2. There is BC6,7,and 8. Do you know what specs they refer to?
3. 20210302_221437.jpg shows a mic gain. Could you please advise on the setting path you used to get to that setting page.
Thanks again.

ludditefornow said:
Thanks for this. It is useful.
A couple of questions.
1. Can you run that config again if something is incorrect? If so what is the name of the APK? Or do you need to load the whole ROM again to get to that stage?
2. There is BC6,7,and 8. Do you know what specs they refer to?
3. 20210302_221437.jpg shows a mic gain. Could you please advise on the setting path you used to get to that setting page.
Thanks again.
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Can you access the extra settings menu on your current firmware (password 123456)
I would copy the settings for BC6/7/8 from there.
You can update the config as often as you like. This sounds like a risky update, probably not worth attempting if you don't currently have similar software with similar settings.

Another password might be useful for somebody:
Enable USB debug: [email protected]

CarPlay calling problems

ts10 android head unit. I connect my iPhone over carplay with tlink, everything is working fine except when I get a call, I cant get to hear anything, but the caller can hear me. It only work when I connect the phone trought the bluetooth app. Does...

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ts10 android head unit. I connect my iPhone over carplay with tlink, everything is working fine except when I get a call, I cant get to hear anything, but the caller can hear me. It only work when I connect the phone trought the bluetooth app. Does...
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I am having the same problem. Did you find any solution?

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I am having the same problem. Did you find any solution?
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No

Hi, I am also facing same issue, if I connect bluetooth manually then Apple CarPlay doesn't play music.

Finally after trying lot of switch on/off found the solution. In my system there is CAR SETTINGS option in this I turned on "force to small speaker". Now I can hear all calls on Carplay only disadvantage it is using one small speaker of car.

ravimahendru said:
Finally after trying lot of switch on/off found the solution. In my system there is CAR SETTINGS option in this I turned on "force to small speaker". Now I can hear all calls on Carplay only disadvantage it is using one small speaker of car.
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I finally got it working. Simply remove the t-link app from navigation default app in the settings.

Anantm5 said:
I finally got it working. Simply remove the t-link app from navigation default app in the settings.
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This message saved my life lol.. been trying to figure out what was the issue. thanks!!

Anantm5 said:
I finally got it working. Simply remove the t-link app from navigation default app in the settings.
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hi, i had the same problem with ts10 unit, i was going crazy, i wanted to throw it all away, but thanks to the valuable tip, now audio call works ... i hope it lasts... thanks, thanks, thanks

Thanks mate i was facing the same issue and just got it solved

I recently installed my 10.2 with Android 11-PX6. Looks like everything is up to date but having a similar issue with calls not coming through CarPlay (Zlink). Does anybody have some advice?

ravimahendru said:
Finally after trying lot of switch on/off found the solution. In my system there is CAR SETTINGS option in this I turned on "force to small speaker". Now I can hear all calls on Carplay only disadvantage it is using one small speaker of car.
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Hello, can you tell us the path to get to "force to small speaker"? Thanks

tchallawilliams said:
This message saved my life lol.. been trying to figure out what was the issue. thanks!!
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Hi can you please show how this setting is accessed i tried looking for it but dont seem to find it anywhere.

Anantm5 said:
I finally got it working. Simply remove the t-link app from navigation default app in the settings.
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Hi can you please show how this setting is accessed i tried looking for it but dont seem to find it anywhere.