Xtrons TB706APL Octa-Core 64bit 32GB + 2G RAM Android 6.0 - MTCD Android Head Units Q&A

I can not find any information about this unit but it looks ok
Someone having any experians with this one?
Unfortantly i can not post any links :crying:
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The spec list
xtrons co.uk/tb706apl-7-hd-digital-octa-core-64bit-32gb-2g-ram-android-6-multi-touch-screen-car-stereo-with-screen-mirroring-function-obd2.html
7" HD Digital Octa-Core 64bit 32GB + 2G RAM Android 6.0 Multi Touch Screen Car Stereo with Screen Mirroring Function & OBD2
32G ROM / 2G RAM / TPMS / OBD2 / 4G / DAB+ / Multi Color Button / Full RCA Output
Note: This unit doesn't have a DVD drive.
•Touch Panel & Sleek Appearance for a Flush Fit Installation
A beautiful crafted unit deserves a beautiful crafted face panel. The touch panel & flush appearance makes this car stereo look like a tablet after being installed in your car's center console.
•Vibrant Button Color Schemes
Choose various colored buttons to match different needs. The random changing button schemes create a vibrant and dynamic visual experience.
1. Free to choose your favorite color.
2. Random change button color.
•Android 6.0 Marshmallow
The TB706APL is powered by the latest Android 6.0 Marshmallow operating system. This means an even faster and smoother user experience, much more powerful than any of the previous in-vehicle infotainment systems ever produced.
•The Most Powerful Hardware in Industry Ever
1. Octa-Core 64bit Processor
The Octa-Core 64 bit is a new generation of high-end processors. Its eight core configuration allows for the achievement of ultra-fast running speeds with a smooth and efficient multi-task processing ability, satisfying even the most tech savvy users.
First Time Boot: 10 Seconds Faster
Second Time Power On: Less Than 1 Second (Compared to the Quad-core System).
2. 32GB ROM + 2GB RAM
Giving you more space to download and run your favorite Apps and to browse websites, play games or watch movies in a smooth and fluid manner.
Premium Radio Module for Vehicle Industry: NXP6686 Strong anti-interference ability, good radio signal receiving.
Power Amplifier Chip: TDA7388 High-fidelity and powerful audio effects.
CPU Processor: Octa-Core 64-bit
•High Definition Video Experience
1. Supports 4K Video Format
4K has arrived and is ready to replace 1080P as the highest definition video format. This allows for the playing of games or watching of videos without missing any details due to the high definition.
2. 1024*600 High Resolution, Multi-touch Screen
The 1024*600 high pixel density provides amazingly vibrant video and visual effects, while the multi-touch screen offers a remarkably fluid and intuitive operation.
•Smarter User Interface Design
The all new intuitively designed UI enables the driver easy and fast operation that with the layout in such as way that offer convenient access to all functions.
Selections such as music and radio can be operated with ease from the home screen.
One button acceleration helps you clear the cache and speed up the performance.
•Connecting and Sharing without Boundry
1. Screen Mirroring Function
Screen mirroring allows you to mirror your phone's screen to the TB706APL. You can choose to read messages or watch videos directly on the screen of this head unit instead of on your phone. Just connect your phone and go.
2. Full RCA Output
Get together wit your friends and utilize the full spectrum of the features and the entertainment simultaneously on the TB706APL via the RCA output function to other monitors.
TB706APL: Everything can be shared on the other monitors.
Others: No Signal.
•Bring Convenience & Safety to your Journey
1. Bluetooth 4.0
Access your smartphones phonebook, call logs, search contacts via name or numbers, make hands free calls, display unanswered calls and listen to your music via the latest Bluetooth 4.0.
Hands Free Calls
Bluetooth Music
2. Online Maps, Free to Navigate
Different online maps such as Google Map, iGO, Sygic and many more, are readily available for download onto this head unit. Your journeys will no longer be troubled by the nightmare of getting lost and with the added convenience of having a large display and great viewing angle.
Please note that this unit doesn't come with a GPS map and the navigation software has to be downloaded from the Google Play store.
3. Steering Wheel Control Ready
Take control of the music safely and concentrate on the road ahead. This unit can work with the vehicle which is analog steering wheel.
•Extended Functions for more Enjoyable Use
1. Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) is Available
After having correctly installed the TPMS to your car wheels, the sensors will automatically monitor tire pressure and temperature, and transmit real-time statistics to the receiver so that you can view real-time data of your vehicles' tires on the head unit display.
Note: Tire pressure monitoring receiver system is not included (XTRONS TPMS01 is compatible). Need it, inquire with us now
2. OBD2 - A Window for you to Diagnose your Car Status
With the OBD2 function available on this unit, you are able to retrieve realtime data and trouble codes from your vehicles computer. The data obtained from your vehicle is presented in an easy to read format.
Note: OBD2 isn't included (XTRONS OBD02 is compatible). Need it, inquire with us now!
3. DAB+ Tuner Ready
Enjoy Audiophile-level Sound in your Car
After connecting a USB radio receiver stick via the USB port, you can enjoy better sound quality and stronger signal to many digital audio broadcasting channels.
DAB+ radio receiver stick (Optional), XTRONS USBDAB01 is compatible. Need it, inquire with us now!
4. Faster Wireless with WiFi or 4G
Built-in WiFi Module
Accessing the Internet using your mobile device as a hotspot.
4G Internet Sharing
By connecting a 4G dongle with a SIM card to the head unit, you will be able to surf the Internet and even share it with all mobile devices in your car via the built-in WiFi.
Note: This unit is also compatible with 3G Internet.
4G & 3G dongle (Both optional, XTRONS 4GDONG001 and 3GDONG008 are compatible). Need it, inquire with us now!
•Efficient Heat Dissipation
The XTRONS TB706APL with its efficient heat dissipation will keep running in a stable manner and still allow smooth operation, even if your car's temperature reaches up to 60 degrees Celcius or 140 degrees Fahrenheit. The additional heat is exhausted via the 8 millimeter thickened aluminium heat sink.
•Optional Accessories to Perfect your User Experience
Optional Accessories to make the stereo better suited to your needs.
1. 4G& 3G
Browse the Internet on the go with ease with either a 4G or 3G dongle (Optional).
XTRONS 4GDONG001 (for 4G Internet) and 3GDONG008 (for 3G Internet) are compatible.
2. OBD2
OBD02 (Optional) allows you to keep up to date with your vehicles diganostics and information functions available, thus allowing you to monitor your vehicles status.
The XTRONS OBD02 is compatible.
3. DVR
External DVR (Optional) helps to record your journeys for added peace of mind, ultimately improving your safety and security on our busy roads.
XTRONS DVR015 is compatible
4. MIC
External Microphone (Optional) makes the hands free Bluetooth easier and safer, as callers are able to hear you with improved clarity.
XTRONS MIC001 & MIC002 are compatible
5. CAMERA
Reversing camera (Optional) ensures safe and more accurate reversing, ultimately adding to your safety on the road.
Supports NTSC / PAL signal input
XTRONS Universal Reversing Camera Series are compatible.
6. KEYBOARD
The external keyboard (Optional) makes the input of commands information much easier, fleixible and more convenient.
The XTRONS AMK003 is compatible.
7. DAB+
DAB+ tuner (Optional) helps you get better sound quality and stronger receiving digital audio broadcasting, thus you can enjoy the best radio programme without distortion.
XTRONS USBDAB01 is compatible
Please check to ensure your countries support DAB. For the countries support DAB, please check - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Countries_using_DAB/DMB
8. TPMS
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System, Optional) helps you monitor your tire pressure and temperature to increase your driving safety.
XTRONS TPMS01 is compatible
•Other Features that Enrich your In-Car Entertainment
1. Built-in Radio Tuner (RDS Enabled)
(18 FM and 12 AM stations Preset)
2. Built-in USB & SD Slot
32GB (the max files in the USB & SD card should be within 8GB)
3. Custom Your Car Logos
Choose from the preset 84 popular car logos or custom the car logos as your preference.
4. Customize Your Themes
17 kinds of static themes, 4 dynamic themes, Custom yourself
5. 4*45W Surround Sound
Pop, Rock, Jazz, Classical, Flat, User, Voice
6. Supports Multiple Menu Languages
English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Portugese, Russian, Dutch, Polish, Japanese, Simplified & Traditional Chinese, Arabic, and many more. Over 70 language are available in total.
•Size:
Head Unit: 108*179*100mm
Face Panel: 19*177*102mm
•Accessories:
1 x ISO Wiring Harness
1 x 3G USB Cable
2 x Fitting Kits
1 x USB Cable
1 x GPS Antenna
2 x RCA Cables
1 x External Microphone Cables
8 x Screws

I think it is a mtcd based on px5 board as this:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3549946
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Nobody have a new xtrons yet the can give some input how it is?

https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3549946
if I did help you, please hit "thanks" button

gijsjenet said:
Nobody have a new xtrons yet the can give some input how it is?
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Its not an "Xtrons" - Xtrons are a seller only, it will be from one of the MTCB/C/D manufacturers, to find out which go to settings/about device and see what 2 or 3 letters come before the "MTCD" in the MCU field. Other people do have these units - look in the MTCD forum, hopefully this thread will be moved there soon.
ikerg said:
I think it is a mtcd based on px5 board as this:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3549946
if I did help you, please hit "thanks" button
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Yeah, thats right, its an MTCD PX5 unit.

Do these have lag like the RK3188?

I don´t know...... The Stock Xtrons-FW is very Buggy. Want to Flash some Malaysk-Rom. Question RK3188 yes or no

Subway1974 said:
I don´t know...... The Stock Xtrons-FW is very Buggy. Want to Flash some Malaysk-Rom. Question RK3188 yes or no
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As I ve said, Xtrons is a seller only so there is no "Xtrons firmware". What MCU is it ? Once thats been established we ll know who makes the firmware and its possible you can use the firmware from other MTC PX5 units just as you could, for instance use Klyde MTCB PX3 firmware on a KGL MTCB PX3 unit.

MCU-Version MTCD_GS_V2.15_1
CPU 8 core 64-bit CPU Coretex-A53 @ 1.5G

Subway1974 said:
MCU-Version MTCD_GS_V2.15_1
CPU 8 core 64-bit CPU Coretex-A53 @ 1.5G
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Ok, so its a GS version, look in the MTCD section for threads about other PX5 units, its highly ikely your ll be able to use their firmware.

Hi folks,
I got my Xtron today.
Now I have a question. I have a USB stick Huawei E173 (unlocked for Voice) connected with SIM card for data and telephony.
Unfortunately, the telephony does not work. I have installed a telephony app (RocketDail).
Data usage works without problems but when I call the number of the SIM card nothing happens.
Thx for Help and sorry for Google Translation.

Hello
1. Will shipping also be possible from Germany or another European country?
England is unfortunately already out of the European Union.
2. Can I get this device from root already?
I'm rooted because I have several programs that I need to run root, or Super User.
3. Will there be any price reductions planned in the near future?
4. Will it not be a problem with the reception of weaker FM radio stations in Europe? I am from Poland and I had a MTCD GS 1.34 device with 1 GB of ram but not from Xtrons and there the FM radio was very poor.
5. How is the audio processor? Quality is as good as the original Skoda car kits?
Can you compare with the Swing radio from Skoda?
6. What is the brightness of the display? Is it strongly visible in the sun?
Regards
Jace699
English tarnslator

jace699 said:
England is unfortunately already out of the European Union.
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The UK is STILL in the EU and it will be so until AT LEAST 29th March 2019.

jace699 said:
Hello
1. Will shipping also be possible from Germany or another European country?
England is unfortunately already out of the European Union.
2. Can I get this device from root already?
I'm rooted because I have several programs that I need to run root, or Super User.
3. Will there be any price reductions planned in the near future?
4. Will it not be a problem with the reception of weaker FM radio stations in Europe? I am from Poland and I had a MTCD GS 1.34 device with 1 GB of ram but not from Xtrons and there the FM radio was very poor.
5. How is the audio processor? Quality is as good as the original Skoda car kits?
Can you compare with the Swing radio from Skoda?
6. What is the brightness of the display? Is it strongly visible in the sun?
Regards
Jace699
English tarnslator
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1. Great Britian, 1 week delevery Time. And GB is long enough in the EU for your Buy.
2. You can root the device with Kingooroot. Kingoroot.apk includes SuperUser.
3. 299€ is not rly many. So i think this Price is Fair.
4. No Problem in Germany and you can use DAB+.
5.N/A
6. Its very good no Problems with Sunshine.

XtronBoy said:
3. 299€ is not rly many. So i think this Price is Fair.
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Now £240 on eBay Xtrons shop

dmesg:
pastebin dot com/raw/b6Ecryxz
CPU-Z
pastebin dot com/raw/hCCijJa4

where can we find the latest updates for this device?

on Xtrons forum
forum.xtrons.co.uk
or on PX5 MTCD forum on XDA
https://forum.xda-developers.com/an...px5-mtcd-head-unit-discussion-thread-t3573881
Malaysk has developed a firmware for these PX5:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/an...lopment/rom-malaysk-roms-mtcd-device-t3598908

hi,
i have this head unit TB706APL
where should i connect the cable from rear camera?
the yellow RCA cable to the VIDEO IN and the red tag wire to CAM-IN?
i post a photo with connection scheme of TB706APL
thanks for help

Related

APad10 tablet How to install android 2.1 onto a Apad10 with telechips CPU Arm

Hi Im new to this forum and android i was wondering if you could help me i bought the Apad 10 from china, please could you help me install google android onto the apad10 as it came with Windows CE6.0. thankyou
Here are the specs:
Weight 0.6kg
Wireless LAN Have a wireless network card Graphics Integrated graphics
OEM To OEM Hard disk capacity 40GB
Memory capacity 512MB Whether widescreen Other
Screen size 10 CPU frequency 800MHZ
CPU Type TELECHIPS Model Apad10
Brand Embel
Operating system
Android 2.1 (debugging), Windows CE 6.0
Network
RJ45 Ethernet port to support Internet access, Internet connection
Support WIFI, IEEE 802.11 b / g wireless network access.
Support 3G Internet access (EVDO, WCDMA, TDS-CDMA optional)
All-WEB browser
IM support QQ, MSN, flying letters, Google Talk and other agreements
Send and receive e-mail
Support PPS online video player
Supports playback of all online video sites (such as Sina large, Youku, potatoes) video
Support for listening to Internet radio and network television watch
Office
Support the view DOC, Excel, RTF, HTML, TXT documents
Personal Information Management
Audio
Supports all common audio file format playback
Support the library, the label search
Support the online streaming media player
Video
Support play AVI, MKV (XVID/px/H.264), MOV, TS, M2TS, RM / RMVB, FLV, WMV, 3GP, MPEG, DAT, MP4 and other video formats
Support DTS, AC3 Audio Video
Reading
Support the view TXT, PDF, HTML, CHM, RTF and other document formats
Image
Support browsing JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP picture formats
Support image rotation to enlarge
GPS
Can be built-in GPS module, a navigation function
Gsensor
Built Gsensor
Game
Built-in multiple puzzle game
Other
Common compressed file compression decompression
Calculator
Notepad
Language Support
Simplified Chinese, English
Hardware parameters
Processor
High-performance ARM11 processor
The highest frequency 800MHz
Support for hardware 3D graphics acceleration
Memory
256MB DDRII cache
Storage
Built-in 2GB flash memory
Supports external SD / SDHC card, maximum capacity of 32GB
USB
A MINI-USB 2.0 high speed OTG interface, using USB transfer cable, Can add U disk, mobile hard disk 250G
With a USB1.1 interface, you can add U disk, mobile hard drive 250G, USB mouse and plug a number of USB devices With GPS navigation
Audio
3.5mm headphone output, composite video output with analog AV
Built-in MIC, Ke Luyin time 30 seconds
High-quality stereo loud speaker
Built-in speaker 0.5W +0.5 W around
Headset maximum output power
40mW
Frequency response range
20Hz-20kHz
SNR
94dB
Show
Screen Size
10.1 inch
Resolution
1024RGB (H) × 600 (V)
Color
16 million colors
Operating
Manual power switch, touch screen operation. With VOL + / - Manually control the volume, there ENTER button to confirm, there are turn-screen operation function of gravity.
Battery
Built-in lithium polymer battery 3500MAH
thankyou for any help you can give me
Where exactly did you get it from??? I have only seen the Apad7 on eBay. And I thought they all ran Android...
I bought it from china just to see what it was like because i run my own IT company i am going to sell it as my own product called the touch air but it didn't come with what i asked which was android 2.1 all of the apad tablet can run Windows CE but mine came with it instead of adroid could anyone help me install android on to it or a modifyed version of the apad 7 android.
Tech support
ayrtonh said:
I bought it from china just to see what it was like because i run my own IT company i am going to sell it as my own product called the touch air but it didn't come with what i asked which was android 2.1 all of the apad tablet can run Windows CE but mine came with it instead of adroid could anyone help me install android on to it or a modifyed version of the apad 7 android.
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I'd can the idea of reselling it if you can't even get the OS installed yourself, would imagine your tech support would be a bit of a nightmare
Well when I ordered It asked for android but it came with microsoft ce 6.0 it is only going to used as a demo machine for my customers.
please help me to install android onto it like the apad7 then in return if you would like me to reserve one for you I will send you some pics of it. The Chinese price is 199 yen i can send you the price in uk pounds or us dollars if you want me to. thankyou
Sent from my T-Mobile G1 using XDA App
If it is running CE 6.0
It maybe the iMito iM7
8GB MID Tablet PC 7"TFT Touch Screen Wifi GPS with Windows CE 6.0
Im waiting for abit more info on the newer Apad:
using telechips ARM11 TCC8902 with 256 ram/ FLASH
iRobot Android2.1 telechips Apad MID WIFI 3G
item.taobao.com/item.htm?id=5841465117
Forum:
slatedroid.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?1645-new-Apad-Telechips-TCC8902-(1080p-ARM11-HDMI-Android-2.1)&p=15510#post15510
Please could you tell me where to get a android rom from and how to install it onto the tablet i have attached some pictures of it and it is a 10" tablet the ports it has on it is 1 standard usb port, 1 mini usb port another odd looking port next to the power button, audio in/out and the power port. please could you help me with it i would be very grateful
if it all turns out well i will or about 100 of the to come with android and put them on ebay and put the link on here so you guy would get first pick. thankyou
ayrtonh said:
Please could you tell me where to get a android rom from and how to install it onto the tablet i have attached some pictures of it and it is a 10" tablet the ports it has on it is 1 standard usb port, 1 mini usb port another odd looking port next to the power button, audio in/out and the power port. please could you help me with it i would be very grateful
if it all turns out well i will or about 100 of the to come with android and put them on ebay and put the link on here so you guy would get first pick. thankyou
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So you want someone to help you turn what is essentially a brick into a product so you can then turn around and sell it to them?
Damn this guy is clueless, dude android is not a cab that you can simply install on any wince device lol, it requires a lot work, for example someone would have to make a linux kernel for it, then drivers, after that make sure all these drivers work in userland android, not to mention your going to run into a LOT of problems and issues along the way, anyways like i said android IS NOT A CAB, so i would recommend selling all does "tablets" and buying there already loaded android counterpart.
Rafyvitto
Im not clueless i just got the idea about it being quite simple from reading another thread on here about install android onto the 7inch version of this APad and changing the roms on them, all i basically want todo is to put the same google android that the Apad 7 uses onto my Apad10 because they are basically the same except for the 10" screen.
It's not possible; not with your skill level at least. Return it and ask for an Android version.

[Q] Win CE Chinese all in one in-dash GPS

I have bought a Chinese 7in unit to fit in the dash of my Pajero. I have identified it as a Roadrover. Link not allowed
The specs are as follows.
Image not allowed.
* CPU : SiRF Prima 600Mhz CPU, Advanced ARM 11 architecture
300M Hz DSP, Support 3D Hardware Acceleration: High resolution 3D graphics for real 3D map
* DDR RAM: 128MB DDR-400MHz RAM fast multifuntional operation speed
* Built-in Memory: 128 MB Nand Flash(standard), up to 4GB (optional), Transfer songs,
photos ,videos among SD card, Built-in Nand Flash& USB Flash
* USB Prot : 2 Port available, support USB Mobile Hard Drive (exFAT,no capacity limit),
High-Speed USB 2.0: 480Mbps High Speed USB 2.0 Interface
* Storage Card:4GB SD card(standard), up to 32GB(Optional)
I have downloaded a Windows CE emulator and have ground my way up the learning curve. (I am a Mac person!)
I have managed to install and run MioPocket and ceFFM, in the emulator and on the actual unit, but after reading some negative comments I am reluctant to continue with MioPocket on the unit.
The navigation software is NavNGo Igo8 and I am happy with that. I only made one alteration, to get it to switch to map view at start up.
The in dash unit works well in the modes I have played with. The radio is good in country NSW (Australia). The CD/DVD player works. The bluetooth syncs with my Samsung Android phone and I have loaded the unit with my address book.
My only complaint is the in the iPod interface.
It connects to the iPod well and the interface allows you to select by Genre/Track/Artist etc. The only problem is that the pop-up screen listing the Tracks/Playlist does not stay on screen for long enough.
I have found the software that runs the iPod .... called iPod.exe.
I can not find any way of changing the settings.
Has anyone got any ideas?
Windows CE Emulator
I used an emulator to get on the learning curve with WIN CE.
It is at google code.
Here is the address. Being a nooby I can not directly quote the address.
Roadrover
Reverse engineering of RoadRover software and new tool creation
URL: code dot google dot com / p / roadrover
The emulator comes in two versions. One with a fake GPS unit interface with non-functioning buttons (skin). The other is plain cooking variety Windows CE. In English too. Unlike the Russian ones floating around.

[APP][4.0.3+] PodMode - Connect ur Android device to iPhone dock/car audio interface

Description
PodMode lets you connect your Android device to an iPhone/iPod dock or car audio interface.
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SOFTWARE+HARDWARE REQUIREMENT
Android 4.0.3 device with the Android Open Accessory framework intact (Some device manufacturers strip this out). You can use this great app to check).
USB OTG capability is required if you use PL2303x or FT232 USB-to-Serial chip.
OTG capability is not required if you use FT311D/FT312D chip.
A Custom DIY dock adaptor/cable made up of simple, readily available components (See 2nd post for details and schematic).
For pre-2013 Hyundai car audios, A HC05 Bluetooth module can be used (See 3rd post for details and schematic).
FEATURES
No root required.
Plug and Play - the app will launch automatically in one of the 2 remote modes (decided by the accessory) and run in the background.
You can play and control media in any 3rd party media app that support media buttons.
Simple Remote Mode:
Speaker and Clock radio docks usually work in this mode.
You can play and control media in any 3rd party media app that support media buttons.
Preference to set the default media app to launch and control.
Advanced Remote Mode:
Car audio interfaces usually work in this mode.
Displays currently playing song info on the car audio system's screen.
Filter by Playlist/Genre/Artist/Album/Song
Notification display (** NEW **) - Status bar Notification text (mail/text/Nav turn-by-turn/weather) is displayed on car audio system's track information screen (Album/song name) for 15 seconds.
NOTE:You need to enable this feature in the Phone Settings>>Accessibility>>PodMode.
Preference to set the default media app (** NEW **).
Unplug the USB and the app will pause playback and quit.
Preference to turn screen on - since some devices cannot supply USB host power in screen off/power save mode.
Preference to change the connection speed for different accessories.
Compatibility web page ( http://podmode.spadival.me/compatibility.php ) - List of iPhone/iPod accessories and Android devices where this app is working.
Supports 30-pin accessories that play analog audio ONLY (Not digital audio) and communicate via serial lines(not USB).
CREDITS
@ksksue - Android USB Serial Driver
TESTED ON (Please help me expand this list further.)
Refer to the compatibility web page - http://podmode.spadival.me/compatibility.php
Screenshots
Source code
https://github.com/spadival/PodMode
DIY Cable
WARNING: DO THIS AT YOUR OWN RISK. I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE IF YOU SHORT WIRES AND DAMAGE THE DEVICE/ACCESSORY
(Mods: Not sure where this fits - If necessary, you may move this post to Hardware hacking).
COMPONENT LIST
PL2303HX or FTDI USB to serial TTL cable WITH 3.3v supply - I also managed to get one from a Nokia CA-42 cable as shown here - but pretty hard to break the plastic shell encasing.
30-pin extension cable with at least 16 cords inside (not ones that just charge/sync) or Podsocket breakout
Aux audio cable. If from a headphone cable, be sure to burn off the coating as shown here.
Assorted sacrificial offerings of USB cables for their male plugs/female sockets.
USB OTG cable.
NOTES
I am not going to tell you how to solder and what equipment you need (Get a multimeter at least!!). I have never soldered or used a multimeter before this, so hardly an expert! Plenty of guides out there to help you in the learning process.
Pinout numbers may be reversed on the pod socket (see last column here).
Most of these extension cables have pinout numbers on both male/female end PCB and all the wires are color-coded.
You can pry open the plastic casing without breaking it..or you can break the male end and trace the pinouts to their respective colour-coded wires. Since I didn't want the 5-6 unused wires hanging loose, I preferred to rip everything out and solder only the essential wires directly to the female socket PCB.
Make sure USB to serial is 3.3v and NOT 5v.
30-pin extension cable manufacturers usually have the digital(1) and analog (audio) ground(2) pins shorted in order to scrimp on one lousy extra wire. But my untrained ear hasn't noticed any major interference. Minor interference I hear only when audio is paused is probably from the crappy LCD display on my el-cheapo tablet.
USB Y Cable isn't strictly necessary, but useful for devices that allow OTG charging.
Schematic
Pinout from http://pinouts.ru/PortableDevices/ipod_pinout.shtml
pinouts by spadival, on Flickr
Top view and Front view: Note how pins 1 & 2 are shorted. Ideally, they shouldn't be.
pinout2 by spadival, on Flickr
Link to largest size pic
PodMode cable_schematic by spadival, on Flickr
PodMode_cable by spadival, on Flickr
HC-05 Bluetooth
HC-05 Bluetooth schematic for Hyundai Pre-2013 car audio
Since Hyundai schematic does not use 3.3v Accessory detect, HC-05 Bluetooth module connected to a USB cable can be used.
However, the HC-05 need to be configured with the AT command to the correct baud rate and the Bluetooth device name has to be changed to PodModeBT for it to work with PodMode app.
Please google for instructions on how to enable and run the AT commands on HC-05.
Code:
AT+NAME=PodModeBT
AT+UART=57600,0,0
We need only USB male plug (Shown as connector B above) to be wired to the HC-05 BT chip as shown below
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Process to connect with PodMode app
1. First, pair the android device with PodModeBT bluetooth device in Settings>>Bluetooth. (Default pin is 1234)
2. Once pairing is successful, open PodMode app.
3. The app will try to connect and once connected, the status on PodMode screen will change to "Connected.."
4. Now you are good to go
Change log
Changes
11/04/2013
Slight change in schematic - Moved USB Y Cable ground from pin 1 to 15/16. Note that these pins may be shorted on some of the extension cables anyway.
24/09/2013
Added support for FTDI FT311D Android Open Accessory USB host chip - Now, devices without OTG USB Host support can use PodMode in conjunction with FT311D ( http://www.ftdichip.com/Products/ICs/FT311D.html )
Minor bug fixes
9/06/2014
Added support for Bluetooth HC05 chip.
Wow, nice hack!
Does USB go to pins 12 _and_ 16?
scotte9999 said:
Wow, nice hack!
Does USB go to pins 12 _and_ 16?
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No. Pin 12 of the 30-pin dock goes to the TX line of the USB to serial converter. I have fixed the schematic and added more pics for clarity.(Link to largest size pic)
I want to connect the ttl interface to car usb to simulate an Ipod. What kind of connection I have to do?
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I want to connect the ttl interface to car usb to simulate an Ipod. What kind of connection I have to do?
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I made it..It works. i'd prefer to use it with video playing are you working for others features?
Thank you
Great!! Can you tell me what car audio accessory and android phone you are using? Some pictures and video of the working app+hardware would be nice too
I have added a few new features:
* You can now choose a media app for playback in Advanced Remote Mode. Earlier the playback was restricted to media available on your phone and was played back within PodMode (you can still do this). Now you can play & control Pandora/Spotify etc in your car.
* Notifications - in Advanced Remote mode, if you get an sms or use Google Navigation, the sms/turn-by-turn direction text is displayed on your car audio's Track information (Album/song name) display for 15 seconds. .. Edit: Sneak peek pics below. You can display just about any notification like weather or stock info.
* Compatibility webpage - List of accessories and Android devices where this app is working (Information to be crowd sourced on when app is launched for the first time and successful connection is established with the accessory)
* App UI layout improvements - it looks better now (At least I think so! )
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I haven't got much spare time to fully test the changes. I will try to upload the new version into Google Play as soon as possible.
Does the app only work with the custom cable??
Hi just bought a cable from cablejive.com called a samdock. its basically the same thing as the custom cable but without the audio jack. WIll the podmode app work with another cable or is it specifically designed for the diy cable above??
Hi. I have an Hyundai i20. I bought an usb-ttl interface from ebay but at the moment the item isn't arrived... So i open an old usb-rs232 interface with pl2303 and used it to connect to car usb
I can't put in links but search
modding-pl-2303-based-usb-to-rs-232
I used only gnd, tx and rx. No 5V to charge android tablet...
I used an xperia sola and Mediacom 810c modded with ICS.
I'd like to use with another tablet with gingerbread but it's impossibile .
When I'll receive the right adapter I'll made a compact cable and post some pics.
simulatorhck said:
Hi. I have an Hyundai i20. I bought an usb-ttl interface from ebay but at the moment the item isn't arrived... So i open an old usb-rs232 interface with pl2303 and used it to connect to car usb
I can't put in links but search
modding-pl-2303-based-usb-to-rs-232
I used only gnd, tx and rx. No 5V to charge android tablet...
I used an xperia sola and Mediacom 810c modded with ICS.
I'd like to use with another tablet with gingerbread but it's impossibile .
When I'll receive the right adapter I'll made a compact cable and post some pics.
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EDIT: The app currently uses some ICS API functions, so I can't change it right now to work with Gingerbread. I'll have a look when I have time (which is in short supply).
Afromac said:
Hi just bought a cable from cablejive.com called a samdock. its basically the same thing as the custom cable but without the audio jack. WIll the podmode app work with another cable or is it specifically designed for the diy cable above??
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Short answer: No, samdock won't work with PodMode.
Long answer: I don't know what's inside the samdock cable, but I am guessing it has dedicated hardware to handle the serial protocol and passe-thru analog audio lines from the phone to the dock. My solution is different in that the serial protocol is handled by the app. So my cable design is just a "dumb" hardware.
Also, I don't think samdock cable will give you the remote control feature of controlling media playback on your phone from the speaker dock remote or car steering wheel controls. I know this because it is technically not possible to output both analog audio and usb signals at the same time via the micro-usb port on Samsung phones, even though S3/4 has 11 pin micro-usb
If there is sufficient interest, I may commercialise the hardware and sell it to people who can't DIY.
The usb-ttl adapter arrivet Now work in progress.
But there is possible to control video player with new app version?.
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The item is made and tested
Now waiting for your software update
simulatorhck said:
The usb-ttl adapter arrivet Now work in progress.
But there is possible to control video player with new app version?.
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It is possible to control any media app as long as it handles Media buttons. i.e. you need to check if the app appears on the "Select app" list in app settings.
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You can see Samsung video player on the list. However, many video players like Youtube, Vevo etc are not supported. Besides, I don't think it is safe to watch videos in the car
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The item is made and tested
Now waiting for your software update
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That was fast! I have uploaded the latest version of the app to Google Play. EDIT: Check now
Tryied it. All ok. Now I have to undestand what software is better to use .
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Tryied it. All ok. Now I have to undestand what software is better to use .
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Software for video? Are you looking at streaming video software or video players for media stored on the phone?
BTW, I am still waiting for those pics. And it'll be nice if you can post a review on Google Play
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Software for video? Are you looking at streaming video software or video players for media stored on the phone?
BTW, I am still waiting for those pics. And it'll be nice if you can post a review on Google Play
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No streaming no youtube. Only video on microsd wioth player of the tablet.
I havent web space to put in pics. Can i send you with email?
I like the video player in gingerbread so I'll try to get it in ics as soon as possible
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Made a review on google play
simulatorhck said:
No streaming no youtube. Only video on microsd wioth player of the tablet.
I havent web space to put in pics. Can i send you with email?
I like the video player in gingerbread so I'll try to get it in ics as soon as possible
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Made a review on google play
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MX Player works with PodMode. play/pause & Prev/Next works .. NOT Fastforward and rewind.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mxtech.videoplayer.ad
Yes, you can send pics by email and thanks for the review .
hi , there's a change to send audio from the otg intead the 3,5plug ??? would be great jeje , congratulatiosn 4 your work , very nice

[HELP] Build :Dasaita Max6 digital output with volume control

Hi guys I am owner of a Dasaita Max6 with dsp, I would like to have a digital audio output to connect an external amplifier (helix, audison etc). You can help me (I have basic knowledge of electronics), perhaps from the dsp of my Dasaita max6 with an I2s to spdif interface? any forum user did this? thanks (sorry for my bad english)
hello,
there are quite a few solutions to your problem.
i'm using HELIX dsp; music transmitted via TOSLINK to dsp with UAPP and USB to toslink converter; radio, bt, maps via RCA analog input (no issue though, those are LQ signals).
you won't be able to transmit TOSLINK directly unless you know how to extract I2S data from ADAU1401 DSP (yet audio would be limited to 44.1kHz/16bit /android limitation/... so not the best solution).
to get digital audio OUT:
-use Universal Audio Player PRO; it provides 'bit perfect mode' so you get losless quality. it uses it's own USB driver to bypass android limitations.
-use USB to SPDIF converter. there are many solutions like I2SoverUSBv3 (one of the best quality; i'm using it right now); MCHstreamer (versatile); or devices like Topping D10s; E30 -very good DAC with spdif OUT (check audioscience for review). not sure if UAPP works with Topping though.
one issue that might occur - You'll have no software volume control if you'll be using 'bit perfect mode'.
my dasaita / UAPP has no software volume control at all (with or without 'bp mode'). so i need 'helix director' for volume control.
so in general - it's easy and it simply works
Hi ...........Thanks to TNSMANI for moving my post to a better section ,.
Thanks mahtew for helping me find an alternative solution and for the detailed explanation but I would like to have a real digital output if possible (this to have as few distractions as possible driving the car and not have other electronic devices to manage, such as space, costs etc) but not being an electronic technician but only an amateur (very amateur), I knew that from the dsp chip it is possible to do this, perhaps in this beautiful forum there is a technician who solves this problem ...... thanks
(p.s. excuse me for bad english)
you can belive me or not, but your solution will not benefit with much better sound quality. you will be limited to 16bit/44.1kHz which is limit for android sound driver. it might be good but not the best what you can achive. yet it will be better that RCAout
USB data is asynchronous so quite resistive to noise. USB converters are quite good. so you can get HQ digital source.
if you really need SPDIF out from MCU board, then you should find local workshop specialized in repairing electronic devices. it should be quite easy for him to extract i2s data [input to DSP]. yet keep in mind, that you'll still need RCAout for radio and other non android sounds.
.moved to MTCD..
Hi, let me explain better: I would like to know what are the pins (MASTER CLOCK [MCLKI] ,
BIT CLOCK [BCLK] ,WORD CLOCK [LRCK] ,SERIAL DATA [SD DATA OUT] of the dsp ADAU1401A (Dasaita Max6) to connect an I2S card to spdif
thanks
ginoromano said:
Hi, let me explain better: I would like to know what are the pins (MASTER CLOCK [MCLKI] ,
BIT CLOCK [BCLK] ,WORD CLOCK [LRCK] ,SERIAL DATA [SD DATA OUT] of the dsp ADAU1401A (Dasaita Max6) to connect an I2S card to spdif
thanks
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What does the Datasheet tell you? Were you looking for someone else to do the work and explain to you how to do it?
Here's the datasheet, all the info concerning interfacing to the ADA: https://www.analog.com/media/en/technical-documentation/data-sheets/ADAU1401A.pdf
hello, thanks for replying, I only have basic electronics information, I do not have the datashet of the dasaita max6 but I think that the ADAU1401A has activated an analog connection of the front of the rear and of the sub, but is programmed to activate the I2s digital outputs ? if the answer is yes, what are the pins of the digital front? thanks

Question What should I buy?

Which HU do you recommend to buy?
Now I have Wondefoo MTCE PX5 4/32 (Hal9k mod v 5.1.0) and I wanted to change for something with UIS7862.
I am wondering about the following:
- Teyes CC3
- MEKEDE M700s
- Isudar T72
Is Teyes worth the money? I like this UI a lot, but I've read about these system locking issues against mods, apps and third-party accessories.
As far as I can see, the Isudar T72 doesn't have a cool UI and it's just plain Android without a cool launcher.
MEKEDE seems cool, lower price than Teyes. The UI also looks nice and you can also upgrade the screen to QLED or even 2K QLED.
What do i expect?
- Google Maps + Yanosik (app with navigation and warnings [speedcamera, road blocks, etc.]) + Spotify/FM radio working together
- it's nice if the factory radio app has support for the logo of the selected station
- Google assistant
- volume change in relation to speed
- nokill for the application (e.g. Spotify auto play when it was before the radio was put to sleep)
- rear and front camera in the bumper
- TPMS support (I currently have Deelife TPMS)
- CANBUS for Fiat Bravo II
Does anyone have a 360 camera set for this type of radio? How does it work and is it worth it?
The only question is, which HU will be the most worthwhile in terms of value for money? Which has the least problems?
I've got the Mekede M300S for my Peugeot 308.
Google Maps is working brilliantly with Android Auto. There is a standalone Google Maps app as well, which works just like on your phone
Spotify works (even with xManager), standalone or through Android Auto
I don't listen to radio at all, but I know there's an app which supports stations with logos, easily downloadable
Google Assistant works by clicking on the Voice Search app on the headunit, works natively with the Assistant button on your car or by saying "Hey Google" if you're using Android Auto
Supports adaptive volume
Not sure about autoplay on Spotify as standalone, but Android Auto does support this feature. It'll resume the music when you connect to your car if it was playing before
Supports rear view camera through analog input, front camera through USB. Alternatively, you have the option to purchase an optional 360 camera option, but you need to buy the unit with this as they need to do some modifications to the unit at the factory to solder the extra chip needed. LINK
Does support TPMS. Not sure if it support Deelife TPMS, but they have their own option.
It does come with a canbus decoder I believe, but you need to ask the seller to be sure. It came with one for my Peugeot.
Avoid teyes unless you reside in eastern Europe.
I have mekede store (whoever that is that claim to be mekede) FYT 53 and 116. Model numbers are made up and can vary FYI factory of origin. These are supposted m500 and m700.
Both are good reliable units that have proven superior to MTCx platform.
Whatever you decide, get screenshots of system info and their promise of screen type before handing over cash.
@marchnz nope, fortunagely I am from western Europe The more I read it looks like Teyes is sh.i.t in a nice piece of paper (like candy). Pity, I like theirs design
I think that I am most willing to buying Mekede. It will probably be the most powerful configuration.
But are these QLED screens worth anything? There is a small surcharge for regular QLED, a little higher for QLED 2K, but on the other hand I can see that the buttons on the left are missing on the 2K screen. And there will be good to have buttons for on and off or changing volume, I think ...
@daviddosa As for the front camera, I do not want a dvr (I have a decent Viofo dvr camera), but I want one for parking, like the rear one, but in the front.
All from my list are dedicated for my car, so that they have canbus.
Why doesn't Joying appear in your list?
Solvin said:
Why doesn't Joying appear in your list?
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There is no Joying for my car.
pablosso said:
Which HU do you recommend to buy?
Now I have Wondefoo MTCE PX5 4/32 (Hal9k mod v 5.1.0) and I wanted to change for something with UIS7862.
I am wondering about the following:
- Teyes CC3
- MEKEDE M700s
- Isudar T72
Is Teyes worth the money? I like this UI a lot, but I've read about these system locking issues against mods, apps and third-party accessories.
As far as I can see, the Isudar T72 doesn't have a cool UI and it's just plain Android without a cool launcher.
MEKEDE seems cool, lower price than Teyes. The UI also looks nice and you can also upgrade the screen to QLED or even 2K QLED.
What do i expect?
- Google Maps + Yanosik (app with navigation and warnings [speedcamera, road blocks, etc.]) + Spotify/FM radio working together
- it's nice if the factory radio app has support for the logo of the selected station
- Google assistant
- volume change in relation to speed
- nokill for the application (e.g. Spotify auto play when it was before the radio was put to sleep)
- rear and front camera in the bumper
- TPMS support (I currently have Deelife TPMS)
- CANBUS for Fiat Bravo II
Does anyone have a 360 camera set for this type of radio? How does it work and is it worth it?
The only question is, which HU will be the most worthwhile in terms of value for money? Which has the least problems?
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I just got an AOTO S8 Ultra G2 that I'm bench testing while my car is in the shop and I'm loving it. Like it so good i ordered the dash trim and harness to (temporarily) put it in my truck.
pablosso said:
There is no Joying for my car.
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You say that like it matters
marchnz said:
You say that like it matters
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A bit yes.
I want that HU comes with a canbus for my car because I have a Fiat system called Blue&Me. It's pain in the ass...
Without the canbus, steering wheel controls and a few other things won't work. That's why I don't want anything universal, but something that is tested (or should be) for my car.
Just simple Plug & Play.
Hmm, I had the same dilema, thanks to you, this Mekeda M700S look quite interesting.
pablosso said:
A bit yes.
I want that HU comes with a canbus for my car because I have a Fiat system called Blue&Me. It's pain in the ass...
Without the canbus, steering wheel controls and a few other things won't work. That's why I don't want anything universal, but something that is tested (or should be) for my car.
Just simple Plug & Play.
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I had to get a PAC RP5-GM11 Wiring Interface to make my SWC work and OnStar

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