Getting started with PX5 - MTCD Android Head Units Q&A

Hi all you clever people
I just bought this unit, https://www.aliexpress.com/item/7-I...igation-Sat-Nav-Radio-Player/32772807019.html, and installed in my car.
I have set up a bluetooth connection with my phone and using a hotspot from the phone to give Internet access.
I have a lot of questions, and I have searched this site, but haven't really found clear answers.
First the facts. here are the data from my settings:
Model: px5(1024x600)
Android version: 8.0
Android security patch level: October 5. 2017
Kernel: 4.4.93+
[email protected] #336
px5-userdebug 8.0.0 OPR5.170623.007 eng.htc.20180804
MCU version: MTCE_MX_V2.92.1
Aug 21 2018 20:10:21
CPU: 8 core 64-bit CPU Coretex-A53 @ 1.5G
Memory: 3891 MB
I know I'm asking a lot of questions, it's just a bit confusing to get started in this new world. I have numbered my questions, so it's easier to reference
1) I would like to get hands free phone calls and texting and navigation. I tried Android Auto, and that was very stable, but I couldn't get the phone to work. I assume thats because it's meant to be run on a phone and then mirrored to the head unit. Now I'm trying with Google Assistent, but it's not really stable. At first it worked pretty well, but now it just works as Google Now, so it won't make phone calls for instance. Any advice on what to choose, and how to get it to work?
2) I found this thread about a custom ROM, https://forum.xda-developers.com/an...t/rom-hal9k-rom-3-mtcd-e-head-units-t3847477/, my unit should be compatible for that, right?
3) As far as I understand, I can not go back to the stock ROM, if I install the new ROM. Then I should flash it with my old ROM. But how do I find out the name of my existing ROM? Is it risky to flash a new ROM, or will I always be able to flash back, if something goes wrong?
4) It's a requirement for the Hal9k ROM, that my MCU is upgraded to at least 2.93. I found this thread, https://forum.xda-developers.com/an...asaita-mcu-updates-rockchip-px5-octa-t3575155, but how do I find out if this MCU upgrade is compatible with my MCU?
5) Finally, I installed Tidal app, so I could download playlist for my head unit, but when I start the app and enter my credentials (and they are correct, because I get an error if I enter a wrong password) it just starts up with a black screen with a play icon in the middle, and previous and next symbols, but no menu, except for a hifi menu in the top left corner, where I can choose streaming quality. I will post a picture tomorrow. Does anyone know how to fix that?
Can someone please help me or at least point me in the right direction? I have spent multiple hours searching this site, but right now I'm a bit confused
Kind regards
Allan

Hi! Ok I should be able to answer most of these:
1) If you use the Hal9K 3.1.1 ROM then calling is linked to the phone through Android Assistant, but I haven't got a good solution for SMS at this stage.
2) Yes is is definitely compatible with your unit.
3) Not true, you can definitely go back, just flash a stock ROM. In my case I was sent the ROM by my seller Eonon
4) Your MCU is MX so just find the correct version of that. Check for the MX version here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/an...ent/mod-cs-x-mod-mtcd-e-mcu-firmware-t3816042
5) Not sure, but hopefully the Hal9K rom will help fix that!
Good luck Allan

millab said:
Hi! Ok I should be able to answer most of these:
1) If you use the Hal9K 3.1.1 ROM then calling is linked to the phone through Android Assistant, but I haven't got a good solution for SMS at this stage.
2) Yes is is definitely compatible with your unit.
3) Not true, you can definitely go back, just flash a stock ROM. In my case I was sent the ROM by my seller Eonon
4) Your MCU is MX so just find the correct version of that. Check for the MX version here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/an...ent/mod-cs-x-mod-mtcd-e-mcu-firmware-t3816042
5) Not sure, but hopefully the Hal9K rom will help fix that!
Good luck Allan
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Thank you very much, it sound like it should be pretty safe to try the Hal9K ROM. I just have a couple of extra questions:
3a) My seller on AliExpress seems to have no clue, when I'm asking for stock ROM. But I should be able to find something close to my Stock ROM, if I don't succeed with Hal9K, right? Something like the Original Android 8.0 MX ROM mentioned in this thread: http://www.androidiani.com/forum/au...ndroid-rockchip-px5-2-4-gb-ram-32-gb-rom.html
4) I found this thread, https://forum.xda-developers.com/an...evelopment/update-media-auto-mtcd-mx-t3828177, with a link to yadi.sk, where I can find a MTCE_MX_V3.00.rar. That should be compatible with my device, right?
I hope you will bare with my ignorance, I'm really trying to get into this
Kr
Allan

Did you manage to get Tidal working ?

for Android Auto. I'm running the app called `Head Unit Reload` that would turn the Android system as host. essentially it's helper app for `DHU` (Desktop HeadUnit by Google for android auto debugging).
with HUR you can do either wireless Android Auto or USB tethered. This would handle SMS and phone call hands free.
I'm running Hal9K 3.1.1 ROM on my MCUE HK + Car launcher pro as launcher.

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Eonon GA7153A - ROM install help?

I just installed an Eonon GA7153A. I foolishly purchased it thinking that I wouldn't have to do any customization, but now here I am with a not common manufacturer.
Here's some info I gathered from the unit:
Kernel Version: 3.10.0 [email protected] #1040
Build Number: px5-userdebug 6.0.1 MXC89L user.hct.20170623.215236 test-keys
MCU Version: MTCD_WWW_V2.54e_1
So, where do I get started? It's been forever since I've messed with custom ROMs. It looks like I can just download a Malaysk ROM. I grabbed v3.5 and it contains an update.img file and a couple mtc-launcher files with their own "Copy_To_internal_sd" folder.
Troggie81 said:
I just installed an Eonon GA7153A. I foolishly purchased it thinking that I wouldn't have to do any customization, but now here I am with a not common manufacturer.
Here's some info I gathered from the unit:
Kernel Version: 3.10.0 [email protected] #1040
Build Number: px5-userdebug 6.0.1 MXC89L user.hct.20170623.215236 test-keys
MCU Version: MTCD_WWW_V2.54e_1
So, where do I get started? It's been forever since I've messed with custom ROMs. It looks like I can just download a Malaysk ROM. I grabbed v3.5 and it contains an update.img file and a couple mtc-launcher files with their own "Copy_To_internal_sd" folder.
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Hi..
I have the same unit..
Flash malaysk v2 rom.. as v3 has alot of bugs and 3.5 has no gapps.
You copy the update.img on a fat32 formated sd card
Insert in the gps card slot and a popup will come.
Select wipe data and hit it.
As soon at it finishes it takes a long time at the first boot.. so be patient and dont mess with it.
During the update proccess be careful not to cut power or remove sd.
As for the copy to sd folder... is used for the screensaver to display the vehicle speed..
I have the screensaver disabled and i didnt copy them.
Otherwise you copy them after.. its not mandatory..
lefterisa3 said:
Hi..
I have the same unit..
Flash malaysk v2 rom.. as v3 has alot of bugs and 3.5 has no gapps.
You copy the update.img on a fat32 formated sd card
Insert in the gps card slot and a popup will come.
Select wipe data and hit it.
As soon at it finishes it takes a long time at the first boot.. so be patient and dont mess with it.
During the update proccess be careful not to cut power or remove sd.
As for the copy to sd folder... is used for the screensaver to display the vehicle speed..
I have the screensaver disabled and i didnt copy them.
Otherwise you copy them after.. its not mandatory..
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Thanks! I was just about to try v3.5.
Will this fix the static/hiss that's always coming over the speakers? Also, are your front and rear speakers switched when you adjust the balance?
Unfortunately the hiss is still there..
Yes i have the same issues.
This is probably mcu or hardware related.
I already have emailed eonon about an mcu update.
If you do too matbe we will have it sooner.
That hiss is really geting on my nerves..
I messaged their rep on the GolfMK6 forum, but I'll be sure to contact their support directly. This thing has so much potential, so hopefully the issues can get ironed out.
Have you tried any of the other ROMs, or is Malaysk's our only option at the moment?
I had tryied 3 diferent roms and spented MANY hours
.. Rooting... trying programs ect...
Malaysk v2 is what seemed the best of all.
I like the unit.. Its fast and responsive.
I hope they can resolve
The issues.
I have a mk6 too !
Had an rns510 before and its like i jumped from the stoneage to life..
lefterisa3 said:
I had tryied 3 diferent roms and spented MANY hours
.. Rooting... trying programs ect...
Malaysk v2 is what seemed the best of all.
I like the unit.. Its fast and responsive.
I hope they can resolve
The issues.
I have a mk6 too !
Had an rns510 before and its like i jumped from the stoneage to life..
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They just sent me a new update.zip, but the .rar file has the same date as what came with it. I'm going to try it out just in case. I talked to a friend that installs car electronics (unbeknownst to me) and he recommended staying away from the Chinese units completely. Cheap hardware and they don't QC. I might push for a replacement unit if the firmware doesn't work out, and if that one has issues I'll just scrap the idea of having an Android HU.
I'm being sent a "differential board power cord" to try out to get rid of the hiss.
Hi guys,i just purchased one of this units, and i have some question before flash new rom: does this rom has Optical parking display and AC display? Thanks!
Hello
Got this same unit, dont like the OS, its not very customizable. Cant even change the widgets on the home page for example, simple stuff like that. Anything I can do? Maybe flash a custom ROM that gives me more control over its features?

How to backup MCU and Stock Android on MTCE unit?

I've searched and searched and searched, but I can't seem to find a clear answer...
I recently purchased an Eonon-branded PX5 Android 8.0 MTCE_WWW unit (which I believe is VERY similar to MTCE_KLD). I really want to start "tinkering" with the unit (Viper4Android, custom ROMs, etc), but I want to make sure I have backups of the stock MCU and stock Android install before I start messing with anything - so that I can always get back to where I started if need be. Unfortunately, I'm having a hard time getting the MCU and Android firmware files from Eonon (still trying though!) - so I want to see if there is any way that I can create backups of the unit myself.
If I root the unit, can I then make full backups of the MCU and Android? Meaning backups that I can use to recover the unit if something goes wrong? If so, what applications should I use to create such backups? I've very familair with Android devices and rooting in general, but I'm used to having and using a custom recovery for stuff like this - but my understanding is that there is no custom recovery for these units (TWRP, CWM, etc).
Can someone please help me out here? I feel comfortable rooting the device via the adb method. But once I have it rooted, how do I create full MCU and Android backups?
Thank you very much!
Hi,
1. Android ROM - use OTG method to get ROM extract.
2. MCU - you can't. Get original MCU or later from forums or vendor.
Thanks for the response... That's what I was afraid of - no way to back up the MCU. Unfrotunately, my unit is an MTCE_WWW (Eonon) and I haven't had much luck finding recent stock MCU's online - and so far, Eonon hasn't cooperated either (what's the big deal??). <sigh>
I'm not familair with the "OTG method" (did a few searches, but what I saw was just custom revoery to OTG device?). I did finally just root it and at least got a full Titantium Pro backup - better than nothing I guess.
Hello
Hello, I have a unit auto media 9 inch for vw golf 5, android 6.0.1. Cpu 4 quadcore gpu 4D MALI 450 MP4 1024X600. MCU VERSION : K_(6851)_90_C9_K3_CAN(DAZHONGO)_AMP . I do not know the processor frequency, is quadcore 1.2 mhz or 1.4 mhz or 1.5 mhz or 1.6 mhz. I dont know . My unit have 1 gb ram and 16 Gb Intern memory. Unit not have a name. Is made in china. I want update android to 7 version or another version android 6, because I have problem with this version. This version not respond gut. . Please very much can help me someone?
How to use otg method?
Hi, let me take back this conversation, because I have the same problem and no solution: what is the best way to backup my original ROM?
What means otg method?
Thank you...
marchnz said:
Hi,
1. Android ROM - use OTG method to get ROM extract.
2. MCU - you can't. Get original MCU or later from forums or vendor.
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Just Wonder, about Mcu there are different like MTCE GS, KSP, LM and So on. My 2din had before trying to update MCTE KSP v3. 0.1 running Px30 with Android 8.1.
Trying to upgtade to Android 9.
And Wonder as the player is erased if can change from ksp to LM, or Wonder what is different?
Reg
Alex

How to root Eonon GA7156 ?

Hello everyone !
I have an Eonon GA7156 head unit in my car (Opel Corsa D) for almost a year. At first it was great, but I wanted to improve it and fix some bugs. So I searched a way to root it and even contact the Eonon support, but I found nothing for my case (everything I tried failed) and the support told me it was impossible to root the HU. So if someone has the solution, it would be great !
As I'm a new member, I can't post a link to a picture of my HU version, so I write it here :
Processor type : QuadCore-R16
Android version : 6.0.1
MCU Version : 5.3.19-108-81-943101-170218
System version : V7.3.1_20170309.113422_KTB2
DVD version : 2.13.15-1200xh-150417
I'm new to the Android MTCx head-unit game, but from what I've read, I think you can use Kingoroot (or Kingroot) to root these older Android 6 devices... Certainly can't hurt to try. I would try Kingoroot first.
I already tried this, as well as King Root, and it didn't work. The process gets stuck and it tells that root has failed.
I have read that you sometime have to run the app mutliple times in a row before it actually works - not sure why. If you haven't tried that, it may be worth a shot.
I have an Android 8 head-unit and was able to root it pretty easily via "injecting" su via adb. I'm wondering if that same method may work for Android 6.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=76725981&postcount=740
Hopefully someone that is more familair with these radios will chime in...

Question China FYT flashing to Joying?

Hi. I bought a Chinese FYT head unit that look exactly like Joying...
Was wondering if it's possible to upgrade it's MCU to a Joying one.
I tried downloading Joying firmware however when I plugged into my head unit... It doesn't work like Joying where it automatically update the firmware.
The zip file from Joying consist of a big zip file.. after extracting, there are some folders together with another big zip file.
I went to settings, factory, and selected MCU Upgrade .. but it doesn't recognize any of the files within.
If possible I hope this community could teach me how to upgrade my MCU....
Thanks in advance.
My unit information can be found in the attachment. PS. Not sure why XDA don't let me attach image.
Selvinlyh said:
Hi. I bought a Chinese FYT head unit that look exactly like Joying...
Was wondering if it's possible to upgrade it's MCU to a Joying one.
I tried downloading Joying firmware however when I plugged into my head unit... It doesn't work like Joying where it automatically update the firmware.
The zip file from Joying consist of a big zip file.. after extracting, there are some folders together with another big zip file.
I went to settings, factory, and selected MCU Upgrade .. but it doesn't recognize any of the files within.
If possible I hope this community could teach me how to upgrade my MCU....
Thanks in advance.
My unit information can be found in the attachment. PS. Not sure why XDA don't let me attach image.
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short answer, no. Note, MCU is not android.
You have latest mcu (53) = YIN. what is it you actually want or think the joying firmware will provide?
Suggest reading forums.
marchnz said:
short answer, no. Note, MCU is not android.
You have latest mcu (53) = YIN. what is it you actually want or think the joying firmware will provide?
Suggest reading forums.
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Hi, so my issue is that the UI that it provided is not to my liking... i would want to change the UI but the seller told me that he have no idea how to do it. my friends model... same but 10 inch.... has the option in changing the UI.
In my Factory setting page... the only available UI is UI17. I was looking at other threads and was wondering if TS10 firmware works for my device. The UI that TS10 provides looks nicer.
Sorry... but i dont really understand much despite reading. IMO its just a hardware trying to flash with different firmware... and base on the similarity of the device... i fail to understand the complexity in it.... (Im probably wrong in this aspect)
P.S. Im totally new to this and is trying to digest....
I'm not sure if your firmware will allow it, but there are other launchers that can be installed from the Google Play Store. They will change the interface and many of them have different themes that you can switch to. You can view them directly on your head unit from the Play store. Here are a few:
CarWebGuru Car Launcher - Apps on Google Play
Car launcher with themes, widgets, music control, gps tracker, and customization
play.google.com
Car Launcher - Apps on Google Play
Launcher for use in the car
play.google.com
AGAMA Car Launcher - Apps on Google Play
Home screen for car multimedia systems for Android OS (30 day TRIAL)
play.google.com
After installing one or more of them, they may ask you to switch the default launcher when you run them. You don't have to. You can try them and if you don't like them, delete them. I believe if you go "home", if will go back to your original launcher if you didn't switch the default. When you go into the settings, under Apps, one of the options is to display and define the default applications for different functions. You can also change them there. I use CarWebGuru and it looks very different from my original launcher.
If anything goes wrong, as a last resort, you can always switch back to your original firmware.
Just out of curiosity, go to Google Play and look for "Fake Device Tester" and check if that is really an Android 10. I have an unbranded FYT in my car (vertical Tesla-style) and it's a fake.
I need firmware for this car stereo I don't know model and name can you tell me please? Where and how to download?
Tarz89 said:
I need firmware for this car stereo I don't know model and name can you tell me please? Where and how to download?
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What did the reseller offer
Selvinlyh said:
Hi. I bought a Chinese FYT head unit that look exactly like Joying...
Was wondering if it's possible to upgrade it's MCU to a Joying one.
I tried downloading Joying firmware however when I plugged into my head unit... It doesn't work like Joying where it automatically update the firmware.
The zip file from Joying consist of a big zip file.. after extracting, there are some folders together with another big zip file.
I went to settings, factory, and selected MCU Upgrade .. but it doesn't recognize any of the files within.
If possible I hope this community could teach me how to upgrade my MCU....
Thanks in advance.
My unit information can be found in the attachment. PS. Not sure why XDA don't let me attach image.
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ido the same after that bluetooth and radio not working
dont do that
istill serach for solution for this problem and icant fix it
ali libya said:
ido the same after that bluetooth and radio not working
dont do that
istill serach for solution for this problem and icant fix it
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You first should have read the documentation on this forum, including how to make a flashable backup of your unknown FYT unit before flashing it with something else.
And what did you do? Flashing the firmware or trying to upgrade your MCU with a Joying MCU (rule no. 1: Never ever do that !!!, and this is also rule no. 2 to 15)
Your flashed Joying firmware probably has in its config.txt the following line
Code:
sys.fyt.bluetooth_type=1
I guess your unit needs either 0 or 2.
The radio not working is probably due to a mcu firmware mismatch. Joying is type 43 (ro.build.fytmanufacturer=43). Your unit is probably 0 or 116, or some other value. Do you still have your orignal firmware with the original fyt.prop?
surfer63 said:
You first should have read the documentation on this forum, including how to make a flashable backup of your unknown FYT unit before flashing it with something else.
And what did you do? Flashing the firmware or trying to upgrade your MCU with a Joying MCU (rule no. 1: Never ever do that !!!, and this is also rule no. 2 to 15)
Your flashed Joying firmware probably has in its config.txt the following line
Code:
sys.fyt.bluetooth_type=1
I guess your unit needs either 0 or 2.
The radio not working is probably due to a mcu firmware mismatch. Joying is type 43 (ro.build.fytmanufacturer=43). Your unit is probably 0 or 116, or some other value. Do you still have your orignal firmware with the original fyt.prop?
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Now every thing ok radio working
Only problem is bluetooth software or app now working
Give me messeage
Activation failed error 65535
Due u know any solution
Thnx again bro
surfer63 said:
You first should have read the documentation on this forum, including how to make a flashable backup of your unknown FYT unit before flashing it with something else.
And what did you do? Flashing the firmware or trying to upgrade your MCU with a Joying MCU (rule no. 1: Never ever do that !!!, and this is also rule no. 2 to 15)
Your flashed Joying firmware probably has in its config.txt the following line
Code:
sys.fyt.bluetooth_type=1
I guess your unit needs either 0 or 2.
The radio not working is probably due to a mcu firmware mismatch. Joying is type 43 (ro.build.fytmanufacturer=43). Your unit is probably 0 or 116, or some other value. Do you still have your orignal firmware with the original fyt.prop?
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First of all iwant to say thanks
U are hero
Bluetooth working now
Tank u again
surfer63 said:
Code:
sys.fyt.bluetooth_type=1
I guess your unit needs either 0 or 2.
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Hi. Can I access this directly in my unit?
Or do I need to reflash with my backup of unknown FYT unit. I've been getting the activation failed error 65535 when I bought it.
notJimz said:
Hi. Can I access this directly in my unit?
Or do I need to reflash with my backup of unknown FYT unit. I've been getting the activation failed error 65535 when I bought it.
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Install a terminal app and give the command in the terminal:
Code:
getprop > /storage/sdcard1/properties.txt
Copy the "properties.txt" to your pc/laptop and check the *fyt* lines.
Did anyone find a fitting mcu for this unit ? I have the same problem
Selvinlyh said:
Hi. I bought a Chinese FYT head unit that look exactly like Joying...
Was wondering if it's possible to upgrade it's MCU to a Joying one.
I tried downloading Joying firmware however when I plugged into my head unit... It doesn't work like Joying where it automatically update the firmware.
The zip file from Joying consist of a big zip file.. after extracting, there are some folders together with another big zip file.
I went to settings, factory, and selected MCU Upgrade .. but it doesn't recognize any of the files within.
If possible I hope this community could teach me how to upgrade my MCU....
Thanks in advance.
My unit information can be found in the attachment. PS. Not sure why XDA don't let me attach image.
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I was able to flash Joying software. posted some notes before, see if it helps:
Carlink change DPI?
I recently bought FYT based head unit that comes with wireless car play (reseller called Xima). the app for wireless car play is Carlink. default resolution is about 480p. the Carlink app setting page doesn't give much options beside noice...
forum.xda-developers.com

Question Any Car Link Update?

Hi my car link apk version is : 2.22.0512.1110 is it latest version?
You can try updating it to this version: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hM_BCkwcYrLCwOiKJWKguxQjrAocB68p
It was compiled on 2022-09-16 11:31:20
daviddosa said:
You can try updating it to this version: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hM_BCkwcYrLCwOiKJWKguxQjrAocB68p
It was compiled on 2022-09-16 11:31:20
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Do you know what has changed? any changelog or smtn
No, just recently downloaded the full ROM for my M300S and this is the file I extracted from it. I doubt that anything major has changed.
daviddosa said:
No, just recently downloaded the full ROM for my M300S and this is the file I extracted from it. I doubt that anything major has changed.
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Thanks for sharing, just updated and it's works
daviddosa said:
You can try updating it to this version: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hM_BCkwcYrLCwOiKJWKguxQjrAocB68p
It was compiled on 2022-09-16 11:31:20
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Not sure why but this version of CarLink doesn't work for me. I plug in my phone and it doesn't detect it. Only version 2.22.0107.1105 works for me but night mode doesn't work with headlight dimming.
Moniushko said:
Not sure why but this version of CarLink doesn't work for me. I plug in my phone and it doesn't detect it. Only version 2.22.0107.1105 works for me but night mode doesn't work with headlight dimming.
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It’s working fine for me. I only use it wirelessly, never plugged my phone in, I’m using CarPlay. Headlight dimming works too on my M300S, but I had to change that in the settings for the headunit itself and not in the app.
daviddosa said:
It’s working fine for me. I only use it wirelessly, never plugged my phone in, I’m using CarPlay. Headlight dimming works too on my M300S, but I had to change that in the settings for the headunit itself and not in the app.
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Same, all works for me too. never plugged my phone. wireless only.
Moniushko said:
Not sure why but this version of CarLink doesn't work for me. I plug in my phone and it doesn't detect it. Only version 2.22.0107.1105 works for me but night mode doesn't work with headlight dimming.
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What's your firmware version? Joying mentioned somewhere in May that you have to update the firmware to make it work with the newer versions of Carlink.
Other resellers simply add it to a complete new firmware to prevent these kind of issues. That's why @daviddosa took it from the latest complete M300S firmware.
surfer63 said:
What's your firmware version? Joying mentioned somewhere in May that you have to update the firmware to make it work with the newer versions of Carlink.
Other resellers simply add it to a complete new firmware to prevent these kind of issues. That's why @daviddosa took it from the latest complete M300S firmware.
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I'm honestly not sure how to tell. The firmware is stock from when I got it sk I assume it's dated back to 2021. My HU's brand is "D-Noble" and I haven't been able to find a website that has all the unit's firmware. Searching on XDA, there's only like 2 or 3 mentions of this brand. The seller ghosted me on AliExpress so can't get it from there. I was thinking about flashing the firmware from another brand like Joying, but I was afraid that my HU's firmware is too "custom" and I didn't wanna mess that up. By custom, I mean that it looks like it was specifically configured to work with and look like a VW HU.
Edit: Just checked my FYT.prop and my FYT manufacturer is 94. I found an FYT manufacturer list on here and it only says 94 is "VAG". Sorry if this doesn't help much.
I just flashed Joying's 8-15-22 update from their website (just the kernel, no apps) and still no luck. I plug in my phone and Carlink fails to detect it. Still only works on 2.22.0107.1105.
Moniushko said:
I just flashed Joying's 8-15-22 update from their website (just the kernel, no apps) and still no luck. I plug in my phone and Carlink fails to detect it. Still only works on 2.22.0107.1105.
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Then I suppose the "support" for the new carlink is in the AllAppUpdate.bin. You need to adapt it for your unit before you flash it.
I can't help you further as I don't use Carlink. I have a nice uis7862 Android unit who has all functionality itself (just like you).
surfer63 said:
Then I suppose the "support" for the new carlink is in the AllAppUpdate.bin. You need to adapt it for your unit before you flash it.
I can't help you further as I don't use Carlink. I have a nice uis7862 Android unit who has all functionality itself (just like you).
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Thanks for your help! I know you wonder why people want to use AA on a full-fledged Android unit. For myself, I like the seamlessness between my phone and the screen. I don't want to fuss much on my unit, including having to use my phone as a hotspot just to get internet on the unit. AA provides a simple car-centric interface that I can use to simply navigate, get messages from my phone and listen to Spotify.
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Thanks for your help! I know you wonder why people want to use AA on a full-fledged Android unit. For myself, I like the seamlessness between my phone and the screen. I don't want to fuss much on my unit, including having to use my phone as a hotspot just to get internet on the unit. AA provides a simple car-centric interface that I can use to simply navigate, get messages from my phone and listen to Spotify.
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Its probably best to obtain a genuine Android Auto headunit instead of knockoff Kang emulator, the latter you could expect to be endlessely chasing updates for bugs.
@surfer63 I was able to figure it out. As per your suggestion, I flashed the full firmware from Joying (including the AllAppUpdate.bin) and I was able to successfully get the newer of version of CarLink to work. It even switches day/night mode with my headlights too! Unfortunately, the firmware update broke some other stuff such as
UI and MCU not matching error
I now get a "hybrid driving" page that doesn't go away every time I drive/switch drive modes on my car
RDS text no longer appearing on radio apps
I know how to fix the first error, and I think I can fix the second error by replacing the com.syu.ms.apk from my backup. Unfortunately, I have no idea how to fix the last issue but I guess I'll have to live with it. Seems like the latest FYT firmware updates may have changed something fundamental with how the MCU handles RDS text?
Anyway, thank you for your help!
Moniushko said:
the firmware update broke some other stuff such as
UI and MCU not matching error
I now get a "hybrid driving" page that doesn't go away every time I drive/switch drive modes on my car
RDS text no longer appearing on radio apps
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If you change the FYT manufacturer id back from 43 (Joying) to your manaufacturer (I assume you saw my script at the bottom of post #1 of the "General FYT based Spreadtrum uis7862 (unisoc ums512) - Q&A, Mods, tips, firmware" thread), issue 1 should be solved. However, this might also solve issue 2 and 3.
Note that the FYT firmware also checks this manufacturer ID to send/receive different commands/codes/data to/from the MCU. The Android ms.apk, plus a few other apks, behave differently towards the MCU based on the manufacturer id.
Hi, when I get a call on carplay I just noticed quality is poor. How can I fix that.
Android Version : 10
Baseband version : FM_BASE_18B_W21.20.4|sc9863A_modem|05-20-2021 10:13:14
MARLIN3E_TRUNK_W21.27.3|uwe562_marlin3E_usbhub|07-07-2021 01:36:43
Build number : QP1A.090711.020 release-keys
System Info : APP2022-05-30 11:44:00
CPU Info : CPU:UIS8581A Octa-Core [email protected] GB(Memory) + 32GB(Storage)
MCU Version : 2022.06.24 14:34:07 NOR_53_L6315_G23P48F64_E60_V:1.0_FYTR
Bluetooth Version : BLINK_2161_RELEASE/2022:06:16:17:41:56_blink
CAN Protocol Version : VER.BG-RN11.1
Is it FYT unit,, post Android system information including MCU version
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Is it FYT unit,, post Android system information including MCU version
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Yes it is.
Android Version : 10
Baseband version : FM_BASE_18B_W21.20.4|sc9863A_modem|05-20-2021 10:13:14
MARLIN3E_TRUNK_W21.27.3|uwe562_marlin3E_usbhub|07-07-2021 01:36:43
Build number : QP1A.090711.020 release-keys
System Info : APP2022-05-30 11:44:00
CPU Info : CPU:UIS8581A Octa-Core [email protected] GB(Memory) + 32GB(Storage)
MCU Version : 2022.06.24 14:34:07 NOR_53_L6315_G23P48F64_E60_V:1.0_FYTR
Bluetooth Version : BLINK_2161_RELEASE/2022:06:16:17:41:56_blink
CAN Protocol Version : VER.BG-RN11.1
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