RSNAV Alternative

[kashanova]

Hey Everyone,

I've pretty much have had it with my RSNAV, it's so buggy that I want to replace it. Now I'm looking for a reputable vendor, I've heard rumblings of Alpine offering a radio that allows us to keep core Audi functionality while getting a better multimedia/navigation experience. My top priority is keeping the screen size and keeping Apple Carplay. Anyone else come by a system with those requirements?

[NixonKB]

4x4shop.ca - similar hardware, but better software (from what I hear).

[Envy187]

4x4shop.ca - similar hardware, but better software (from what I hear).

I recall 4x4shop.ca being asked about months ago, as per the following thread: https://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/886903-4x4shop-ca-Anyone-use-their-infotainment-upgrade?highlight=4x4shop.ca

Tons of eyes looked at the thread, but no one added any input.

Wanna be the guinea pig for us, kashanova? [;)]

[igotag]

Which version RSNAV do you have?


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[slacktide]

Here's the Alpine. Not sure if it is available in the USA. https://www.alpine.co.uk/p/Products/SingleView/X702D-A4R

Dynavin has a solution that might be good - keeps the original radio, adds Android Auto, Carplay, and Nav. I have one of their drop-in system replacements in my B6, works fine. Their built-in nav is OK, Carplay apps works great. https://dynavinnorthamerica.com/collections/audi-a4-2008-2015-b8/products/dynavin-n7-a5-pro-add-on-navigation-system-for-audi-a5-a4-q5-2007-2014?variant=19490567487545

[adkmooserider]

Looks like neither of the above are mmi friendly. Bummer

[seanm135]

Curious to know what version RSnav you have and if this is a common theme with them?

I was toying with the idea of getting one.

[akim14]

I have chinese copy, if you have any question, let me know... it works better than I expected.

[kashanova]

Curious to know what version RSnav you have and if this is a common theme with them?

I was toying with the idea of getting one.
I'm on the S1, but I wouldn't recommend you get one, especially if you're getting it for Carplay. I got it for the bigger screen and to use Apple Carplay. Problem is, you need to buy a separate USB dongle to get CarPlay to work. Oh, and you need an external USB hub to maintain the CarPlay connection, or else it disconnects. In order to maintain a connection RSNAV sold a harness that was said to fix the issue. Except, after you spend all that time taking out the old harness to install the new one, it still doesn't work how it should, so much so that they don't even sell the harness anymore. So in my opinion, you're better off using another product.

[igotag]

I'm on the S1, but I wouldn't recommend you get one, especially if you're getting it for Carplay. I got it for the bigger screen and to use Apple Carplay. Problem is, you need to buy a separate USB dongle to get CarPlay to work. Oh, and you need an external USB hub to maintain the CarPlay connection, or else it disconnects. In order to maintain a connection RSNAV sold a harness that was said to fix the issue. Except, after you spend all that time taking out the old harness to install the new one, it still doesn't work how it should, so much so that they don't even sell the harness anymore. So in my opinion, you're better off using another product.

I’ve got an S2 on the way. Hope I don’t see the same
Issues.


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[slykens]

I’ve got an S2 and other than a few minor issues it works perfectly now. I feel there was some bait and switch on the offering between when I ordered in January and when it shipped in March but with the “new” auto play box the CarPlay functionality is great. I never use the android interface, audio sounds good, and I have the option of wired or wireless CarPlay. It connects automatically.

[Andy-S]

Anybody know what he's using in this vid?


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w6yJFemVe6E

I looked around and found this on Ali Express (https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4001132629448.html), which is similar but not the same unit. Cheap @ $225 if it could work.

No touch screen because it taps into the existing screen, but it would be a cheaper option.

EDIT: Is that the same box as RSNav in that AliExpress? Maybe with different firmware?

[coop3422]

There's a few features I wanted that I was thinking about ordering RSNav. There was a thread I was following on the C7 A6 board, but I switched cars and thought I'd look into this for the S4. But if it's problematic, then I don't see the point. They aren't exactly cheap.

[miketv84]

Hey Everyone,

I've pretty much have had it with my RSNAV, it's so buggy that I want to replace it. Now I'm looking for a reputable vendor, I've heard rumblings of Alpine offering a radio that allows us to keep core Audi functionality while getting a better multimedia/navigation experience. My top priority is keeping the screen size and keeping Apple Carplay. Anyone else come by a system with those requirements?

I've been debating between buying rsnav or from this company 4x4shop.ca. Like you said I see alot of people posting bug issues with the rsnav. The other company is slightly less expensive.

[NixonKB]

The Carplay/AA interface boxes are the way to go - you lose none of the OEM functionality, and get every benefit of your phone's superior UI.

It takes a few days to get used to using the wheels/sticks to control vs. touch, but after that it's perfect. 2012 S4 6MT - no issues.

Make sure you get one that has WIRELESS connectivity (uses Wifi) - having to plug in the phone EVERY time is lame.

[KRS Aaron]

The Carplay/AA interface boxes are the way to go - you lose none of the OEM functionality, and get every benefit of your phone's superior UI.

It takes a few days to get used to using the wheels/sticks to control vs. touch, but after that it's perfect. 2012 S4 6MT - no issues.

Make sure you get one that has WIRELESS connectivity (uses Wifi) - having to plug in the phone EVERY time is lame.

I'm not too familiar with the technologies out there. What product is an example of what you are recommending?

[Eddiegelr]

Check out Joyeauto. Winn autosports uses them

[B8S4inKC]

The Carplay/AA interface boxes are the way to go - you lose none of the OEM functionality, and get every benefit of your phone's superior UI.

It takes a few days to get used to using the wheels/sticks to control vs. touch, but after that it's perfect. 2012 S4 6MT - no issues.

Make sure you get one that has WIRELESS connectivity (uses Wifi) - having to plug in the phone EVERY time is lame.

Link?? Alot of these MMI replacements make me nervous, but I'm so sick of dealing with the stupid tune2air quirks.

[B7TitaniumA4]

DMP car designs. There’s another thread on here somewhere for it. I’m very happy with it. All factory functions retained, larger screen and the CarPlay dongle adds $50 but its wireless CarPlay and charging capabilities while plugged in. (This was big for me as my charging ports always pop their fuse). They have models/programming specifically for the full mmi or the lesser like I have.
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[morph2k4]

Have you run into any issues with the DMP at all? I've been following RSNAV for quite some time waiting for the bugs to be fixed with sound and connections, but it sounds like maybe this one is just perfect out of the box.

[JACKAL]

And is the DMP solution compatible with iPhones?

[Thxrick]

The Carplay/AA interface boxes are the way to go - you lose none of the OEM functionality, and get every benefit of your phone's superior UI.

It takes a few days to get used to using the wheels/sticks to control vs. touch, but after that it's perfect. 2012 S4 6MT - no issues.

Make sure you get one that has WIRELESS connectivity (uses Wifi) - having to plug in the phone EVERY time is lame.

I just bot one of these.Waitning for it to arrive. Seems like a nice alternative to RSNAV. I bot mine through Alie Express.

[thaifoodninja]

DMP car designs. There’s another thread on here somewhere for it. I’m very happy with it. All factory functions retained, larger screen and the CarPlay dongle adds $50 but its wireless CarPlay and charging capabilities while plugged in. (This was big for me as my charging ports always pop their fuse). They have models/programming specifically for the full mmi or the lesser like I have.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201119/e49d15da48fbb094da8238cc26844be9.jpg
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how do you access your Hazard button now?

[JACKAL]

I just pulled the trigger on this:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07R3JHVH4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Should be here Saturday so I'll give it a shot and see how it works.

[Ashtonts]

I just pulled the trigger on this:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07R3JHVH4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Should be here Saturday so I'll give it a shot and see how it works.
I want one of these but can’t stomach paying that much for one. Wish you could add this in for closer to $100

[NixonKB]

I want one of these but can’t stomach paying that much for one. Wish you could add this in for closer to $100

Don't we all. :)

I bought mine from a guy on the FB B8/8.5 S4 group - $250 USD shipped to your door. There are multiple vendors on AliExpress - all pretty much do the same thing, with slight variations. Again - look for one with wireless Carplay and Android Auto - some only do one of them wireless, some are not wireless at all. The newest/greatest units have wireless capability.

Install is waaay easier than RSNav too... it's basically take out the radio (easy) and plug in some in-line connections. No splicing/cutting nothing - very easy. You'll regret not doing it sooner - it brings your MMI into the 21st century finally.

[JACKAL]

That’s good to hear! I’m hoping it can eliminate the frustrations of the Tune2Air module and refresh the MMI screen look a little bit.

[Thxrick]

Don't we all. :)

I bought mine from a guy on the FB B8/8.5 S4 group - $250 USD shipped to your door. There are multiple vendors on AliExpress - all pretty much do the same thing, with slight variations. Again - look for one with wireless Carplay and Android Auto - some only do one of them wireless, some are not wireless at all. The newest/greatest units have wireless capability.

Install is waaay easier than RSNav too... it's basically take out the radio (easy) and plug in some in-line connections. No splicing/cutting nothing - very easy. You'll regret not doing it sooner - it brings your MMI into the 21st century finally.

Awesome! I am looking forward to getting mine. Just bot the "keys" to take out the cd players. Should be a straight forward install.

[Thxrick]

I want one of these but can’t stomach paying that much for one. Wish you could add this in for closer to $100


Yeah. $200-$300 just for Apple Car Play or AA. Gotta pay to play!

[B7TitaniumA4]

how do you access your Hazard button now?

The bracket moves it towards the driver. Still slightly awkward to get to, but I hardly if ever use my hazards...


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[B7TitaniumA4]

I’ll add a few details,

No issues, install is pretty simple as stated above, hardest was routing lines up to the screen through the dash (I have big hands)
It Is CarPlay and Android compatible, I bought a carplay dongle with it and ended up with wireless CarPlay. Has WiFi, apps, video, SIM card slots, navigation, easy access to factory radio/satellite controls/screen. They offer rear view camera and 360* kit too.

comes with all tools to install, not the greatest quality tools but the right tools To get this done. No instructions, but they have a good couple of videos to help.

No issues to speak of, just learning to use all of the functions still.


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[omgContra]

Don't we all. :)

I bought mine from a guy on the FB B8/8.5 S4 group - $250 USD shipped to your door. There are multiple vendors on AliExpress - all pretty much do the same thing, with slight variations. Again - look for one with wireless Carplay and Android Auto - some only do one of them wireless, some are not wireless at all. The newest/greatest units have wireless capability.

Install is waaay easier than RSNav too... it's basically take out the radio (easy) and plug in some in-line connections. No splicing/cutting nothing - very easy. You'll regret not doing it sooner - it brings your MMI into the 21st century finally.

Aren't all of these based on the same thing? i.e. RSNAV, Carlinkit, and others on aliexpress.. but we know of the bugs in RSNAV because of the prevalence of it on the forum. however wouldn't the other chinese versions has some sort of bugs also that might not be as widely known because there are less owners with it on the forum? Also what was the splicing and cutting you had to do? I thought RSNAV standalone was plug and play, the newer versions at least...? I want to get one of these and with them all being similar price range.. i just want the one with the least amount of headaches.

like JACKAL i have tune2air and it's frustrating sometimes when the MMI isn't recognizing that tune2air is connected. i just want bluetooth audio without issues.

[NixonKB]

RSNav does have a Carplay interface - but most people are talking about their standalone tablet displays. The Carplay modules use the stock MMI screen and buttons. The table RSnav install is more involved than the Carplay interface.

[NixonKB]

Also there are no 'bugs' with the Carplay modules for the most part - it really just uses your phone software and processor and outputs to your screen. RSNav standalone tablets are much more prone to bugs - it's different hardware and software.

[Ford Prefect]

I just pulled the trigger on this:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07R3JHVH4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Should be here Saturday so I'll give it a shot and see how it works.

Can you start Saturday when you get it please? lol


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[NixonKB]

Can you start Saturday when you get it please? lol


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Install is very easy on these units. I've done in three times now (once with the first purchase, second time was a 'test' for the dealer using a new provider, and third time was re-installing the first one when the second one turned out NOT to be wireless) - and each time is easier than the next.

Some grab power from the AC unit, some grab it from a connector in the glove box - but in either case, you should be able to install in an hour or so if you are capable of plugging in wires and reassembly of the radio and cables. Really -not difficult.

At the end WAAAAAAY way better than Tune2Air - i don't regret the Android Auto box even a little bit. SO much better in every way than stock nav and music interface... and maps/music is really all i need. :)

[JACKAL]

Can you start Saturday when you get it please? lol


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lol.... yep I’m already planning to make this my evening project. With a pinch of luck I’ll have either buzzed feedback Saturday night or sober feedback Sunday morning [emoji6]

[JACKAL]

Install is very easy on these units. I've done in three times now (once with the first purchase, second time was a 'test' for the dealer using a new provider, and third time was re-installing the first one when the second one turned out NOT to be wireless) - and each time is easier than the next.

Some grab power from the AC unit, some grab it from a connector in the glove box - but in either case, you should be able to install in an hour or so if you are capable of plugging in wires and reassembly of the radio and cables. Really -not difficult.

At the end WAAAAAAY way better than Tune2Air - i don't regret the Android Auto box even a little bit. SO much better in every way than stock nav and music interface... and maps/music is really all i need. :)

Good to hear! It looks pretty straightforward from what I could tell. One question that I didn’t see on my quick scan online - do you knowing any of these toggle switches (1-8) need to be switched down to the ON position?

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[NixonKB]

Good to hear! It looks pretty straightforward from what I could tell. One question that I didn’t see on my quick scan online - do you knowing any of these toggle switches (1-8) need to be switched down to the ON position?

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The model of vehicle and MMI version determine the dipswitches. For example, my 2012 S4 with 3G MMI needed only two dipswitches down (2 and 7 if i recall) - but again that is dependent on the documentation with the box - it will say clearly what you need to move. A4 and S4 are the same - don't worry if your box only talks about A models. :)

[JACKAL]

The model of vehicle and MMI version determine the dipswitches. For example, my 2012 S4 with 3G MMI needed only two dipswitches down (2 and 7 if i recall) - but again that is dependent on the documentation with the box - it will say clearly what you need to move. A4 and S4 are the same - don't worry if your box only talks about A models. :)

Awesome - thanks for the quick response!

[Thxrick]

I already posted that I have a kit on the way. Do we need a special dongle that plugs into the AUX input in the glovebox? If so, I need that.

[killer_s4]

If you bought the one off Amazon I believe it comes with the keys to remove the mmi as well as the ami to aux

[NixonKB]

You need an MMI to 3.5mm audio 'AUX' adapter...it tricks the system into allowing you to select the Aux input, which lets the Carplay box slip into the Audi feed.

You don't need to connect the 3.5mm to your phone or anything - the wiring/coding in the part that plugs into your glovebox makes it think you've plugged in your phone/mp3 player.

[JACKAL]

Well I installed this tonight and I’m not sure if I did everything correctly or not. It does work, but it seems that I need to hold my ‘Nav’ button for a few seconds each time I start the car to activate the CarPlay feature. It does not default to opening CarPlay. My backup camera also does work but it does not seem to automatically pop up on the screen if I have CarPlay active. I have to hold the ‘Nav’ button to switch out of CarPlay and into the backup camera screen.

I need to play around with it more so these are just my initial observations. I’d be curious to know if anyone could comment whether this is normal or not.

Here are a few pics of how I had my module configured:

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201122/86c693398463c26752f84602e97160c1.jpg

Note in the pic below I didn’t end up using the ‘USB/VIDEO’ cable that was provided. The directions weren’t very clear but I didn’t see anything that would have connected to it so I left it out
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201122/90e1fbfeeeaece404245b69f4a0a0860.jpg

[Jugghead51]

Glad u got it installed. Poor instructions seem to be common among these. Please keep us updated. I am most interested in call quality. Only true problem I have heard about with these. Echo. Hopefully this one doesn’t have it. I’m real close to ordering one. Just stuck between CarPlay or whole tablet screen from DTP.


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[NixonKB]

Jackal what you have is the same as mine. Pushing Nav for a few seconds and then clicking the center MMI button is second nature now. Like clicking ADS from Auto go Dynamic every time I leave the garage. :)

Reverse cam with 6MT not coming on is a known issue among most boxes. I found one that worked automatically, but wasnt wireless. Also some have a trigger wire that's supposed to go to the backup light. Minor inconvenience - wireless AA is worth it for me.

The USB video cable is only if you wanted to route the USB input or other camera/inputs. I used mine for UsB charging only, but it wasn't fast charger so took it out like you.

[killer_s4]

Did you guys buy the amazon one?

I wonder if the rsnav module for 300 is any different.

I ordered the amazon one just waiting for it.

[Twi7ch]

Also curious about how the Amazon one works. Having to boot into carplay every time sounds kind of annoying. Also want to make sure the reverse camera still kicks on nicely and kicks back.

[omgContra]

RSNav does have a Carplay interface - but most people are talking about their standalone tablet displays. The Carplay modules use the stock MMI screen and buttons. The table RSnav install is more involved than the Carplay interface.

Oh okay, the splicing you were referring to was for the tablet installs.


Also there are no 'bugs' with the Carplay modules for the most part - it really just uses your phone software and processor and outputs to your screen. RSNav standalone tablets are much more prone to bugs - it's different hardware and software.

That thread is so hard to follow, not really sure which product most people were referring to sometimes. I did a search in that thread for "standalone" interface (that's what RSNAV refers to it as, carplay module as you call it) because I wasn't interested in doing the tablet install. It did seem that there were some issues with the standalone interface for the first couple years I think.. they went through several versions until the most recent one that seems to work mostly well.


Did you guys buy the amazon one?

I wonder if the rsnav module for 300 is any different.

I ordered the amazon one just waiting for it.

i'm wondering this as well. What are the subtle differences between all of the piggyback modules?

[Twi7ch]

I just ordered the carlinkit from Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07R3JHVH4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_imm_t1_N-ZUFbFVKWWGV

It says it'll arrive anytime between Dec and January. Once I install it I'll make a post here sharing my experience.

[killer_s4]

That’s the same one I ordered. Should be here by the 28th

[mcmguti]

This is the same unit I have. I installed it in about 30 minutes. It's been working fine for the last 2 weeks. The instructions are terrible but it does work once you figure out dip switches and where to plug in the correct cables. It is a tight fit and I recommend you have 2 people do the install so you don't scratch anything and have someone hold the cables. Let me know if you have any questions. Also, I use it for android auto. The mirror link DOES work with my Galaxy S10+ if anyone was wondering.

[Twi7ch]

This is the same unit I have. I installed it in about 30 minutes. It's been working fine for the last 2 weeks. The instructions are terrible but it does work once you figure out dip switches and where to plug in the correct cables. It is a tight fit and I recommend you have 2 people do the install so you don't scratch anything and have someone hold the cables. Let me know if you have any questions. Also, I use it for android auto. The mirror link DOES work with my Galaxy S10+ if anyone was wondering.Thanks for confirming. From what I've read android auto wireless works just fine and so does the stock reverse camera. When turning on the car does it auto boot to android auto or does it still go into the default mmi system?

[mcmguti]

Thanks for confirming. From what I've read android auto wireless works just fine and so does the stock reverse camera. When turning on the car does it auto boot to android auto or does it still go into the default mmi system?

I can confirm the stock backup camera works fine. I have not tried wireless android auto as I didn't think it supported it. And when the car is first turned on it will NOT automatically go into AA/CP. You have to hold down the NAV button and select your phone to activate it. It's not too bad and works quickly. I have AA in my other car, when I got the S4 this was a must-have ASAP. Couldn't go back to having the old school dumb set up.

[killer_s4]

Where did you stick the wifi antenna

[omgContra]

I can confirm the stock backup camera works fine. I have not tried wireless android auto as I didn't think it supported it. And when the car is first turned on it will NOT automatically go into AA/CP. You have to hold down the NAV button and select your phone to activate it. It's not too bad and works quickly. I have AA in my other car, when I got the S4 this was a must-have ASAP. Couldn't go back to having the old school dumb set up.

do you have a manual or auto? i think someone mentioned the reverse camera issue was with manuals only.

would you guys who bought the carlinkit mind posting pictures of the UI? i'd want to compare it with the RSNAV UI.

[Thxrick]

For anyone who might be having issues with sound, check out this link. Scroll to the bottom. Someone chimed in and mentioned their settings. This may help.


https://rsnav.com/products/wireless-carplay-wireless-android-auto-interface-for-audi-cars-with-3g-3g-mib-mmi

[Thxrick]

Jackal what you have is the same as mine. Pushing Nav for a few seconds and then clicking the center MMI button is second nature now. Like clicking ADS from Auto go Dynamic every time I leave the garage. :) <--- If you leave the car in dynamic mode, when you start the car again, all you need to do is pull back on the shifter and it goes into S mode from D. It keeps the ADS settings as they were previously. I hope this helps.

Reverse cam with 6MT not coming on is a known issue among most boxes. I found one that worked automatically, but wasnt wireless. Also some have a trigger wire that's supposed to go to the backup light. Minor inconvenience - wireless AA is worth it for me.

The USB video cable is only if you wanted to route the USB input or other camera/inputs. I used mine for UsB charging only, but it wasn't fast charger so took it out like you.


See above response.

[Ford Prefect]

Well I installed this tonight and I’m not sure if I did everything correctly or not. It does work, but it seems that I need to hold my ‘Nav’ button for a few seconds each time I start the car to activate the CarPlay feature. It does not default to opening CarPlay. My backup camera also does work but it does not seem to automatically pop up on the screen if I have CarPlay active. I have to hold the ‘Nav’ button to switch out of CarPlay and into the backup camera screen.

I need to play around with it more so these are just my initial observations. I’d be curious to know if anyone could comment whether this is normal or not.



Any pics of the car play on the display? Looks good? I’m still dealing in with my whole MMI not starting every other car start and occasionally the nav shows me WAYYYY off course. So clicking the Nav for CarPlay seems like a no brainer for me.


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[JACKAL]

Any pics of the car play on the display? Looks good? I’m still dealing in with my whole MMI not starting every other car start and occasionally the nav shows me WAYYYY off course. So clicking the Nav for CarPlay seems like a no brainer for me.


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Let me grab a few pics. I’ve become even more pleased with this over the last few days as I become more familiar. I have to say that now my general opinion is that this is a very nice upgrade and thus far it has none of the annoyances I experienced with Tune2Air and the stock MMI interface. I would say this was money well spent.

[omgContra]

There's a $25 off coupon for the carlinkit on amazon right now, RSNAV website is down and says they are preparing for black friday sale.. might be time to grab whichever is cheaper if you are on the fence. I checked youtube videos (both Nov 2019, not sure if there's any significant changes since then) of what each modules UI (not the carplay or android auto itself, i assume that part should be exactly the same) looks like.. they look almost identical except RSNAV has a settings option. What settings does the RSNAV let you do? I'd probably go for whichever is cheaper tomorrow in any case.

RSNAV
208125

Carlinkit
208126

also noticed the carlinkit store on amazon has 2 products..

this is the one JACKAL linked: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07R3JHVH4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1
this is the other in their store: https://www.amazon.com/Carlinkit-2010-2015-2010-2017-2009-2011-2009-2016/dp/B07YZQN4SF?ref_=ast_sto_dp

is there a difference? they both seemed to have the same capabilities but one is $20 more

[Jugghead51]

Ordered the carlinkit also. Should be here in a week so I’ll update after install.


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[Andy-S]

I have a 2016 with DSG. Android User. To make sure I'm understanding functionality:
1) You have to push the NAV button to activate the interface of this, otherwise the car works as normal?
2) Backup cam works as normal even when using this interface? Activates then goes away on its own?
3) (Disregard, see below) I'd also need to order an MMI to 3.5mm adapter like this? (https://www.amazon.com/CHELINK-Interface-Adapter-Compatib-i-Phone/dp/B07CSS7TWM/) Or will the ipod MMI adapter that came in my car work to activate AUX?
4) Wireless Android Auto will work? I assume I'd need to connect by USB once, then afterwards it will just work wirelessly enabling me to charge with a high speed charger while using?
5) Phone audio is fine?

Thanks. Really tempted.


EDIT:
#3 above - Looks like the kit includes this adapter per the amazon images.

[NixonKB]

I have a 2016 with DSG. Android User. To make sure I'm understanding functionality:
1) You have to push the NAV button to activate the interface of this, otherwise the car works as normal?
2) Backup cam works as normal even when using this interface? Activates then goes away on its own?
3) (Disregard, see below) I'd also need to order an MMI to 3.5mm adapter like this? (https://www.amazon.com/CHELINK-Interface-Adapter-Compatib-i-Phone/dp/B07CSS7TWM/) Or will the ipod MMI adapter that came in my car work to activate AUX?
4) Wireless Android Auto will work? I assume I'd need to connect by USB once, then afterwards it will just work wirelessly enabling me to charge with a high speed charger while using?
5) Phone audio is fine?

Thanks. Really tempted.


EDIT:
#3 above - Looks like the kit includes this adapter per the amazon images.

1 - yes - push and hold for three seconds, and then clicking center button to connect to phone (assuming wireless use).

2- with DSG you should have no issues. Switches over to OEM cam screen and back without touching buttons.

3 - you need one with 3.5mm input. The coding in the wiring tricks the MMI into activation aux input. You don't plug the 3.5mm end into anything.

4 - yep - you don't need to connect it ever via USB if you don't want to... It uses wifi to connect to your phone, and yes you can charge it via whatever method while in use.. I use a wireless adapter in the ashtray.

[s3lman]

Decided to go with RSNav since it was only $260 after shipping. I’m still kind of on the fence about cancelling the order because they explicitly state that they’re only offering one month of warranty which sounds super sketchy considering that people who pay the normal $300 price get a full year of it. Only reason I went with RS in the first place is because I thought mostly everyone was happy with the company until I saw this thread [emoji28]


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[killer_s4]

Just installed the carlinkit. Boy that was easy. Took me 15 mins tops. The only thing I didn’t quite get was these two connections in the main harness. I checked a YouTube video and the guy didn’t touch them either so I left them as is. If they are needed please let me know.

https://ibb.co/4ZVzK6t

[JACKAL]

Just installed the carlinkit. Boy that was easy. Took me 15 mins tops. The only thing I didn’t quite get was these two connections in the main harness. I checked a YouTube video and the guy didn’t touch them either so I left them as is. If they are needed please let me know.

https://ibb.co/4ZVzK6t

Nope, not needed. I also just left then alone. I’m not sure what they are for but not necessary for our purposes.

[killer_s4]

Nope, not needed. I also just left then alone. I’m not sure what they are for but not necessary for our purposes.

Sweet. Thanks. I’m tempted to try updating it with the file from RSNav but I don’t want to brick it. I’ve already emailed carlinkit for the latest CUST version and MCU. Mine came with 9.2.8 and 9.2.9 is out

[stylobic]

Hi guys, interesting thread, I almost pulled the trigger on the USD300 RSNAV stand alone interface, but I saw few complaints here and there, more about slow support, long refund or not at all...
There's this Carlinkit that seems to be the same hardware, DMP CAR DESIGN as well, I wonder which one get the less issues and the best warranty, support and software updates ?

[killer_s4]

Honestly, they’re all probably the same shit

[stylobic]

You're probably right, but not talking about HW that should be more or less the same, IMO the most important when you are overseas is to get a full support. I'm located in EU and would not experience a failure then no response from the seller.
Thes DMP CAR DESIGN facebook looks promising at least.

[killer_s4]

I emailed them today about a sw upgrade so I’ll let you know if they respond

[stylobic]

thanks, I've sent a msg on FB just now, will see tomorrow if any reply.
One of the DMP engineer is called Daniel, like the one from RSNAV. Not the same person I guess ?

[Andy-S]

I just pulled the trigger on this:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07R3JHVH4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Should be here Saturday so I'll give it a shot and see how it works.

Me too. Mine will be here Monday I think.

[Andy-S]

I found a set of the radio removal tools in a set of trim tools I have had for a long time. Stuck them in and popped the MMI/CD player out easily enough, but the left side tool is now stuck and nothing I can figure out will get it to release. I'm pushing the release on the left side, but it's like the tool went in too deep vs the right side tool.

Grrr. Anybody have any experience getting stuck radio release tools out? I even started taking apart the radio to see if I could release it any easier. Can't even seem to get it to release by putting a pick on the lock pin and pushing it in manually.

[omgContra]

Honestly, they’re all probably the same shit
I think they are. The amazaon pics of carlinkit have updated pics of the UI that are almost exactly the same as the RSNAV from last year that i uploaded earlier. They are all probably from the same factory with slightly different firmware. I wouldn't risk flashing the RSNAV firmware on a carlinkit. Also i posted a question on the amazon page that jackal ordered from and the seller said it was a different store (which was weird since that product showed up on their amazon store page). But anyway im convinced all the standalones are pretty much the same. I'm gonna pull the trigger on the $248 one, save $20 and its gonna arrive a few days earlier.

[s4la1]

Thanks for the heads on the coupon on Amazon! I just purchased one and it should be arriving Monday. I will update as soon as I get it installed.





There's a $25 off coupon for the carlinkit on amazon right now, RSNAV website is down and says they are preparing for black friday sale.. might be time to grab whichever is cheaper if you are on the fence. I checked youtube videos (both Nov 2019, not sure if there's any significant changes since then) of what each modules UI (not the carplay or android auto itself, i assume that part should be exactly the same) looks like.. they look almost identical except RSNAV has a settings option. What settings does the RSNAV let you do? I'd probably go for whichever is cheaper tomorrow in any case.

RSNAV
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also noticed the carlinkit store on amazon has 2 products..

this is the one JACKAL linked: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07R3JHVH4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1
this is the other in their store: https://www.amazon.com/Carlinkit-2010-2015-2010-2017-2009-2011-2009-2016/dp/B07YZQN4SF?ref_=ast_sto_dp

is there a difference? they both seemed to have the same capabilities but one is $20 more

[Allan691]

I found a set of the radio removal tools in a set of trim tools I have had for a long time. Stuck them in and popped the MMI/CD player out easily enough, but the left side tool is now stuck and nothing I can figure out will get it to release. I'm pushing the release on the left side, but it's like the tool went in too deep vs the right side tool.

Grrr. Anybody have any experience getting stuck radio release tools out? I even started taking apart the radio to see if I could release it any easier. Can't even seem to get it to release by putting a pick on the lock pin and pushing it in manually.

I struggled for a long time with one side of mine too... It just took persistence.. and lots of swearing and panicking.

[stylobic]

Who is providing sw updates on those from Amazon ?

[omgContra]

Ordered mine yesterday, already received it today. Man, Amazon is fast lol.

[Twi7ch]

Who is providing sw updates on those from Amazon ?The company is carlinkit. They have a Facebook page which you can reach out to them on. I'm still waiting on mine to arrive so I haven't gone through the process of updating the firmware.

[stylobic]

I can find only carlinkit dongle on facebook group, do you have a link for the stand alone interface and the full system like RSNAV ? I'd like to compare before spending USD300

[omgContra]

I can find only carlinkit dongle on facebook group, do you have a link for the stand alone interface and the full system like RSNAV ? I'd like to compare before spending USD300

There are multiple links in this thread

[stylobic]

Multiple links for buying the product, yes there are. For official support/ Facebook group, I only found one for carlinkit dongle, not for the interface.

[killer_s4]

I’ve been in contact with them on Amazon and they’re quick in responding. Very good customer support

[s4la1]

Stupid question but where are you guys putting the carlink box itself? Behind the radio?

[omgContra]

Stupid question but where are you guys putting the carlink box itself? Behind the radio?

there was enough room between the MMI box and HVAC console. There's actually a good amount of space in our cars, install videos of other models it looked pretty tight.

on the CAN wire, there's a grey plug and a green plug that are unconnected.. are we supposed to connect these?

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[killer_s4]

We left them unplugged

[omgContra]

so today is my first day driving around with it. just three things annoying me slightly.

1) I have a 6MT, so the reverse doesn't automatically come on screen i have to press any button to get back to MMI to see it.
2) AA google maps doesn't go into night mode. However the night mode could be a samsung/AA issue and not the carlinkit itself.
3) the top of the status bar is slightly cut off.. i read in the larger RSNAV thread that this is because the audi screen is actually slightly bigger than the cut out. adjusting the "Carplay Top Scrap" doesn't seem to have done anything, though someone else claimed putting it at 15 fixed it for them..

how about you guys?

[Andy-S]

so today is my first day driving around with it. just three things annoying me slightly.

1) I have a 6MT, so the reverse doesn't automatically come on screen i have to press any button to get back to MMI to see it.
2) AA google maps doesn't go into night mode. However the night mode could be a samsung/AA issue and not the carlinkit itself.
3) the top of the status bar is slightly cut off.. i read in the larger RSNAV thread that this is because the audi screen is actually slightly bigger than the cut out. adjusting the "Carplay Top Scrap" doesn't seem to have done anything, though someone else claimed putting it at 15 fixed it for them..

how about you guys?


I wonder if the lack of night mode is because they unit isn't tied into any kind of light sensor that would tell it to go to night mode? When I run Android Auto on the phone screen, going under an over pass can flip modes when it gets dark in the middle of the day, so I assume it's using the phone's light sensor.

Also, looks like you can go into settings and force night mode in Maps. At least in stand alone Maps/Android Auto on phone screen maps. Haven't gotten my unit yet.

EDIT: Googled the night setting and a lot of people complain about it on some car models. Looks like there's a developer setting to let the phone control it:


Thank you for reaching out. Please try the following steps to see if it helps with the issue. Thanks!
Launch the Android Auto app.
Tap the top left menu and select Settings.
Scroll to the bottom of the settings menu to find the Version field.
Tap repeatedly on the 'Version' field until you get a pop-up notification below, then tap Ok.
From top right menu select Developer settings.
Tap Day/Night/Car-controlled/ Phone controlled

There are also some apps in the app store that will switch it based on sunrise/sunset.

[NixonKB]

so today is my first day driving around with it. just three things annoying me slightly.

1) I have a 6MT, so the reverse doesn't automatically come on screen i have to press any button to get back to MMI to see it.
2) AA google maps doesn't go into night mode. However the night mode could be a samsung/AA issue and not the carlinkit itself.
3) the top of the status bar is slightly cut off.. i read in the larger RSNAV thread that this is because the audi screen is actually slightly bigger than the cut out. adjusting the "Carplay Top Scrap" doesn't seem to have done anything, though someone else claimed putting it at 15 fixed it for them..

how about you guys?

Your annoyances mirror mine. :) 6MT reverse cam - meh, you get used to it.

2 - no night mode - I have the same issue with my Note 10+ - but it's odd because at random times during the day, night mode is enabled. But at night - DAMN that white screen background on Google Maps is waaaay too bright. Did a five hour drive in the dark on the weekend and had to keep the screen switched to YouTube Music the whole time to avoid blindness

3 - The top/bottom/left/right 'scrap' only works on CarPlay - it has no effect on AA. What worked for me was actually two-fold - one, I moved the holes in the screen and made them slighly oblong with a file - this let me move the screen 'down' a little bit, since almost the entire top line was cut off. Moving it down let me see the top, while only losing a tiny bit on the bottom. The top has more relevant info for me, so good tradeoff.

Also - i shimmed the bottom of the trim (where the clips are located) to lift the top edge of the screen mask slightly. You'll notice that the OEM trim doesn't allow the FULL screen to be displayed. it's slightly smaller than the actually screen. With stock MMI, they never populate the pixels near the edge so you don't really notice until you change the user interface to AA.

[omgContra]

I wonder if the lack of night mode is because they unit isn't tied into any kind of light sensor that would tell it to go to night mode? When I run Android Auto on the phone screen, going under an over pass can flip modes when it gets dark in the middle of the day, so I assume it's using the phone's light sensor.

Also, looks like you can go into settings and force night mode in Maps. At least in stand alone Maps/Android Auto on phone screen maps. Haven't gotten my unit yet.

EDIT: Googled the night setting and a lot of people complain about it on some car models. Looks like there's a developer setting to let the phone control it:



There are also some apps in the app store that will switch it based on sunrise/sunset.
Yeah I've read some people saying to turn down the dash lights.. i was under the impression that the carlinkit controls when it goes into night mode via when the headlights are on.

i have activated the developer settings but it doesn't seem to have changed anything. i haven't done extensive testing though, every time you make a change to the settings in android auto you need to restart android auto which is a pain because it's not really easy reconnecting android auto on the carlinkit ui, or at least maybe i just haven't figured it out yet.

[omgContra]

Your annoyances mirror mine. :) 6MT reverse cam - meh, you get used to it.

2 - no night mode - I have the same issue with my Note 10+ - but it's odd because at random times during the day, night mode is enabled. But at night - DAMN that white screen background on Google Maps is waaaay too bright. Did a five hour drive in the dark on the weekend and had to keep the screen switched to YouTube Music the whole time to avoid blindness

3 - The top/bottom/left/right 'scrap' only works on CarPlay - it has no effect on AA. What worked for me was actually two-fold - one, I moved the holes in the screen and made them slighly oblong with a file - this let me move the screen 'down' a little bit, since almost the entire top line was cut off. Moving it down let me see the top, while only losing a tiny bit on the bottom. The top has more relevant info for me, so good tradeoff.

Also - i shimmed the bottom of the trim (where the clips are located) to lift the top edge of the screen mask slightly. You'll notice that the OEM trim doesn't allow the FULL screen to be displayed. it's slightly smaller than the actually screen. With stock MMI, they never populate the pixels near the edge so you don't really notice until you change the user interface to AA.

hey it was actually you that made that post regarding the screen size. i'm a little reluctant to make and permanent changes to the dash like that, though it's pretty subtle. I've only had the car like a month so i'm still babying it lol. i can just barely make out the time though, which is kind of important since the clock was on the mmi screen.

[killer_s4]

By the way without touching anything my car goes into CarPlay when I turn the car on, phone in my pocket. No need to hold NAV

[stylobic]

aother alternative: https://www.android-car-dvd.com/collections/for-audi/products/7-android-9-0-px6-six-core-4g-32g-car-multimedia-for-audi-a4-s4-a5-q5-2008-2009-2010-2011-2012-2013-2014-2015-2016-b8-gps-navigation-head-unit

[Andy-S]

aother alternative: https://www.android-car-dvd.com/collections/for-audi/products/7-android-9-0-px6-six-core-4g-32g-car-multimedia-for-audi-a4-s4-a5-q5-2008-2009-2010-2011-2012-2013-2014-2015-2016-b8-gps-navigation-head-unit

If that works well that's a deal. Sold out, though. Somebody buy it when it comes back into stock and report back :)

[Twi7ch]

My carlinkit arrived today (way faster than the original estimate). Hope to find some time this evening to install it. If I run into any problems I'll post here since it looks like a bunch of you installed it without any issue :)

[stylobic]

If that works well that's a deal. Sold out, though. Somebody buy it when it comes back into stock and report back :)

the 64Gb still avail : https://www.android-car-dvd.com/collections/for-audi/products/ew980-a4-q5

[luckyk3v]

Can we get some pictures of the cut off screen you guys are talking about? My carlinkit arrives today, but if it’s bad enough I might just return it.

Thanks in advance

[sfourings]

Can we get some pictures of the cut off screen you guys are talking about? My carlinkit arrives today, but if it’s bad enough I might just return it.

Thanks in advance

I’m on the same boat. Really close to ordering but the screen cut off would really annoy me. I can probably handle the back up camera screen not activating with the 6MT. Pics would be greatly appreciated!


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[luckyk3v]

Bruh I c u taking those Rotors off. Your car has everything I want. Slowly working my way there... Rotors keep eluding me tho

[NixonKB]

I’m on the same boat. Really close to ordering but the screen cut off would really annoy me. I can probably handle the back up camera screen not activating with the 6MT. Pics would be greatly appreciated!

It's not bad. Again it's not really the fault of the CarPlay box, it's just a function of the fact they use ALL the 640x480 pixels in all their SD/VGA glory vs the stock MMI which does not. You can see how much it blocks on your right now if you flex your trim up or down. On mine, the sides have plenty of clearance, and actually my screen was mounted ever so slightly askew - but you can't tell with the stock MMI software in use.

I'm assuming one of the box manufacturers might eventually give the option to scale down the image on AA, but given the function exists for Carplay and doesn't for AA, it might not be possible?

A real man would dremel the trim to open it up. But my loss of 1/16th of an inch of top of my field of view (if that?) does not justify me being the guinea pig. If I had a spare piece of trim I'd sure try it.

[Andy-S]

Here's mine mid install for reference on the screen. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201130/92a992ad23d2e55e1e976f3929f13f11.jpg

[Andy-S]

How do you connect wireless Android Auto? Connected to wifi in the device (Password is 8 8's (88888888)). Phone gives a notification that it's available and to hit the AA button on the car. There is a wired Android Auto in the menu, but that just sits there until I plug the phone in and does nothing.

[Andy-S]

There's a $25 off coupon for the carlinkit on amazon right now, RSNAV website is down and says they are preparing for black friday sale.. might be time to grab whichever is cheaper if you are on the fence. I checked youtube videos (both Nov 2019, not sure if there's any significant changes since then) of what each modules UI (not the carplay or android auto itself, i assume that part should be exactly the same) looks like.. they look almost identical except RSNAV has a settings option. What settings does the RSNAV let you do? I'd probably go for whichever is cheaper tomorrow in any case.

RSNAV
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Carlinkit
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also noticed the carlinkit store on amazon has 2 products..

this is the one JACKAL linked: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07R3JHVH4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1
this is the other in their store: https://www.amazon.com/Carlinkit-2010-2015-2010-2017-2009-2011-2009-2016/dp/B07YZQN4SF?ref_=ast_sto_dp

is there a difference? they both seemed to have the same capabilities but one is $20 more



Are these pics backwards? My Carlinkit looks like what's labeled RSNAV here.

[stylobic]

another one with 7" touch screen

http://www.carnaviplayer.com/audi-a5s5rs5b8-2007-2016-autoradio-gps-navigation-head-unit-p-1137

[sfourings]

Here's mine mid install for reference on the screen. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201130/92a992ad23d2e55e1e976f3929f13f11.jpg

Seems to cut screen only a tad bit up top?


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[sfourings]

It's not bad. Again it's not really the fault of the CarPlay box, it's just a function of the fact they use ALL the 640x480 pixels in all their SD/VGA glory vs the stock MMI which does not. You can see how much it blocks on your right now if you flex your trim up or down. On mine, the sides have plenty of clearance, and actually my screen was mounted ever so slightly askew - but you can't tell with the stock MMI software in use.

I'm assuming one of the box manufacturers might eventually give the option to scale down the image on AA, but given the function exists for Carplay and doesn't for AA, it might not be possible?

A real man would dremel the trim to open it up. But my loss of 1/16th of an inch of top of my field of view (if that?) does not justify me being the guinea pig. If I had a spare piece of trim I'd sure try it.

Gotcha, I just saw the pic posted below of the cut off. Barely noticeable.


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[sfourings]

Bruh I c u taking those Rotors off. Your car has everything I want. Slowly working my way there... Rotors keep eluding me tho

Winter is upon us! Needed to switch to winter tires. Took me a while to find a clean set of S5 rotors. Just keep your eye out.


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[Andy-S]

Seems to cut screen only a tad bit up top?


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkYep. Completely readable.

After I restarted the car, I did get the AA wireless prompt on the screen after telling the phone to wirelessly connect, but now it just goes to a black screen. Phone thinks it's connected.

[omgContra]

Are these pics backwards? My Carlinkit looks like what's labeled RSNAV here.

No these were screen shots from install videos on YouTube uploaded last year. Whoever made the install video for carlinkit might have just not had the latest firmware at the time. Im 99% sure carlinkit, rsnav and any other with the same interface are almost exactly the same.


Yep. Completely readable.

After I restarted the car, I did get the AA wireless prompt on the screen after telling the phone to wirelessly connect, but now it just goes to a black screen. Phone thinks it's connected.

Make sure to unlock your phone when you connect.

[stylobic]

Instead of trimming the frame, and if there's still a gap under the display, it wouldn't be easier to file a little the fixing holes to make them "oblong" and recover those 2 or 3mm ?

[Andy-S]

Make sure to unlock your phone when you connect.

It had to be for me to see the language on the phone screen that it was available. :)

Still can't figure it out, but I killed the battery working on it

[luckyk3v]

Woohoo it works perfectly!! Check it out: https://imgur.com/a/OaDLCQa

Oh man, I really wish I did this when I first got my S4. Makes me so much happier! CarPlay works perfect. Automatically switches when I turn on the car. Automatically switches to and from backup camera. No manual buttons need to be pressed to get it to come up every time. All the existing buttons like Menu, Back, OK, all work as expected.

I bough the Carlinkit linked before: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07R3JHVH4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_fabc_-qxXFb5M7BDB1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

And this YouTube video made it so easy: https://youtu.be/YC_pygXw82Q

[sfourings]

Woohoo it works perfectly!! Check it out: https://imgur.com/a/OaDLCQa

Oh man, I really wish I did this when I first got my S4. Makes me so much happier! CarPlay works perfect. Automatically switches when I turn on the car. Automatically switches to and from backup camera. No manual buttons need to be pressed to get it to come up every time. All the existing buttons like Menu, Back, OK, all work as expected.

I bough the Carlinkit linked before: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07R3JHVH4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_fabc_-qxXFb5M7BDB1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

And this YouTube video made it so easy: https://youtu.be/YC_pygXw82Q

Looks sick! Just purchased it along with the AMI to AUX cord.


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[luckyk3v]

It comes with the MMI to Aux cord!! Also FYI if you’re manual, it won’t auto switch to and from the backup cam.

[Andy-S]

Looks sick! Just purchased it along with the AMI to AUX cord.


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You don't need the Aux cord on that one. It's included. Scroll down the page and it's in one of the images (not the product images up top).

https://m.media-amazon.com/images/S/aplus-media/sc/87b86f17-8119-44aa-bdb4-729a84fa1147.__CR0,0,970,600_PT0_SX970_V1___.jpg

[sfourings]

You don't need the Aux cord on that one. It's included. Scroll down the page and it's in one of the images (not the product images up top).

https://m.media-amazon.com/images/S/aplus-media/sc/87b86f17-8119-44aa-bdb4-729a84fa1147.__CR0,0,970,600_PT0_SX970_V1___.jpg

Thanks Andy & Lucyk3v. Didn’t realize that, went ahead and canceled that part.


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[Andy-S]

Where are people putting the USB cord? I still haven't gotten wireless AA to work. Still have a black screen. Killed the battery so will charge overnight and play with it again tomorrow, but will definitely leave the USB accessible somewhere (not buried in the glove box).

[killer_s4]

I didn’t connect the usb because I’m too lazy to run it to the glovebox

[luckyk3v]

It says to not connect the USB

[omgContra]

Well you need the usb to do firmware updates. Also a nice to have just in case.

I tucked mine between the HVAC and center console.

https://i.imgur.com/0GSEwXr.jpg

Did you guys also not connect the green and gray wires that were on the CAN bus? I sent a message to the sellers but still waiting on an answer.

Also my AA went into night mode twice tonight. Not sure how i did it though. Both times i was on YT music, and when i switched back to Google maps it was in dark mode.

[Twi7ch]

I just finished the install tonight. I have the USB under the hvac as well but will most likely run it into the glove box when I have more time. Loving the wireless android auto.

Oddly enough the first time around the carlinkit box booted up fine but the Audi MMI wouldn't display. After redoing the connections (even though everything was tight) they both worked. So far the only thing not working for me is the steering wheel controls. Are those working for others?

[omgContra]

I actually haven't tried any of the steering wheel controls besides volume. Are one of them supposed to allow Play/Pause FF and RWD?

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[killer_s4]

Steering wheel controls are supposed to work. Left side is supposed to scroll/click like if you’re using the knob on the control center area. Voice button on the right side of the wheel triggers Siri. If it doesn’t work I believe the dip switches need to be messed with.

[omgContra]

Confirmed the steering wheel controls work this morning. Left is scroll/click like you said, although i probably wouldn't use it over the center dial, because it still scrolls/clicks through the instrument panel display. Hold right for 2-3 seconds activates Google assistant on AA.

Also protip for AA: the top/bottom left buttons next to center dial switch the selector into the current app or bottom menu respectively. both right buttons open up the contacts list. Discovering the left button functions was huge for me as I was having a hard time navigating through AA. I had just been using the dial and return key, so it had been a bit frustrating navigating through the screen like that.

[killer_s4]

what firmware did everyones unit ship with?

[Andy-S]

what firmware did everyones unit ship with?... https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201201/90877cd718ecde16733804bbb4cce604.jpg

[Twi7ch]

Confirmed the steering wheel controls work this morning. Left is scroll/click like you said, although i probably wouldn't use it over the center dial, because it still scrolls/clicks through the instrument panel display. Hold right for 2-3 seconds activates Google assistant on AA.

Also protip for AA: the top/bottom left buttons next to center dial switch the selector into the current app or bottom menu respectively. both right buttons open up the contacts list. Discovering the left button functions was huge for me as I was having a hard time navigating through AA. I had just been using the dial and return key, so it had been a bit frustrating navigating through the screen like that.

How are your DIP switches set? I have a 2014 S4 and from the instructions I have the switches all set to OFF but none of my steering controls work. Maybe I'm reading the instructions wrong.

[NixonKB]

My MCU version is 20.8.5.20, but the rest is the same.

FYI - I did NOT get mine through RSNav - so it appears as though the boxes are the same except for SW version...

[killer_s4]

... https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201201/90877cd718ecde16733804bbb4cce604.jpg

Same with me.

Also I enabled AUX in the green screen so I don’t need to have the ami to aux plugged in

Green screen > diagnose > settings > ami/aux

[omgContra]

How are your DIP switches set? I have a 2014 S4 and from the instructions I have the switches all set to OFF but none of my steering controls work. Maybe I'm reading the instructions wrong.

I have a 2012, mine are set exactly the same as jackal's below



Here are a few pics of how I had my module configured:

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Same with me.

Also I enabled AUX in the green screen so I don’t need to have the ami to aux plugged in

Green screen > diagnose > settings > ami/aux
Ohh I enabled that in the green screen also.. (i think). Mine looked weird though.. when i selected the AMI settings, instead of going down into another menu with the 3 things you can change, it let me change the line to xxxxx/xxxx/no aux to xxxx/xxxx/aux. or something like that at least. i'll see if it still works if i take that thing out.. free up some space in the glove box.

[s4la1]

I am struggling here. Reinstalled this 5 times today and still not working. When I press and hold the "NAV" button nothing happens. The navigation just launches. I enabled external audio output. Checked all the connectors were correct. I can see that the carlinkbox has power because I can see the green light on the inside. Any ideas what I may be doing wrong? I am convinced it is the unit itself.

[Andy-S]

I am struggling here. Reinstalled this 5 times today and still not working. When I press and hold the "NAV" button nothing happens. The navigation just launches. I enabled external audio output. Checked all the connectors were correct. I can see that the carlinkbox has power because I can see the green light on the inside. Any ideas what I may be doing wrong? I am convinced it is the unit itself.

The connection I thought I had initially that didn't work for me was the big block with the lever on the back of the MMI unit. It looked like it was in, but it really wasn't. Had to undo the lock a bit further on the hinge to allow enough clearance to push it in further.

I'm just frustrated I still can't get one of my removal keys to release from the front. Grrr.

[s4la1]

The connection I thought I had initially that didn't work for me was the big block with the lever on the back of the MMI unit. It looked like it was in, but it really wasn't. Had to undo the lock a bit further on the hinge to allow enough clearance to push it in further.

I'm just frustrated I still can't get one of my removal keys to release from the front. Grrr.


I thought this was the issue as well but I confirmed it is pushed all the way in flush to the unit until I heard a click. Any other ideas?

[omgContra]

I thought this was the issue as well but I confirmed it is pushed all the way in flush to the unit until I heard a click. Any other ideas?Did you connect the green LVDS from the module to the grey LVDS? Yellow is incorrect.

[omgContra]

When you guys change the fan settings, like from feet to face or fan speed, do you have to go back to the MMI to see the pop up? Another slight annoyance, i mainly keep it on auto though. Wonder what the purpose of tapping into the hvac was though if it doesn't show on the screen..

Also i have the same exact firmware versions as andy.

Oh i just remembered another thing. On the drive home i kept it in maps and it never went into dark mode, and not after going into YT music and Pandora either. However i discovered that if i opened up a mobile game i have from the game launcher.. then switch to another app on AA.. then switch back to maps on AA it goes into dark mode. Kind of strange.. but at least there is a work around for now.

[Andy-S]

I think the ac tap is for a power source. Haven't validated with the wiring diagram, though.

[Andy-S]

OK, after much struggle with my first attempt at just cramming everything in behind the MMI, I pulled all the wiring out and decided to mount the box underneath the metal bracket that's directly behind the HVAC controls. Most of the wiring is coming out of that to the back, with the RF antenna plug facing forward. My antenna is stuck to the back of the HVAC controls. I widened the far right hole in the bottom of the HVAC controls a bit with a small file and fed the USB white plug first, followed by the yellow video plugs one at a time, to leave the USB A connector sticking out without causing the HVAC controls to bend over it's cable. This hole is not visible once the controls are reinstalled, so I didn't mind modifying it.

I wasted probably an hour extra because I didn't plan my wiring the first time after seeing the RS5 guy's vid talking about how much space he had :)

Only problem I noticed last night that I didn't before with wireless Android Auto is that when the phone connected to the unit it lost internet connectivity because it thinks internet is supposed to come over that wifi connection and it isn't going to my mobile connection. Googling suggests there might be a fix for that, but it's a common problem. I'll work on that later.

Oh, and I got my radio release key out finally. My dumb mistake was I had a set of multiple type keys already(not the ones included in the set), and one of the two I used wasn't the right shape for this application. The one that was shaped wrong wouldn't release. Don't use the type on the left. The string is there to protect my cut up fingers from its sharp edges. The keys that actually came with the kit were fine, these were ones I already had.

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[omgContra]

Go to your wifi settings and make sure you have "Switch to mobile data" enabled.

https://i.imgur.com/qG1UbAf.jpg

[Andy-S]

Go to your wifi settings and make sure you have "Switch to mobile data" enabled.


Already had that on.

[Andy-S]

OK first time driving around. A few notes/small complaints:

1) Google Assistant is peaking out and way too loud even when other stuff is fine. Don't see a way to adjust that in google settings, but I'll keep looking.
2) I'm used to using the volume button press on the console (or steering wheel) to mute audio and pause what's playing. It no longer pauses, but does mute. Kind of frustrating if you're listening to something spoken like an audiobook or podcast. If you're in maps, you're several clicks/dial rotations away from making it to the pause button. From memory, down button, then two or three rotational clicks to get to the play/pause button. Clicking the volume knob sideways does still skip forward and back, it's just pause that doesn't work. Would love to see a firmware update to fix that, but I don't even know who to ask. Curious if there's an XDA effort to hack these? Haven't looked.
3) I did get the phone to eventually go to internet over mobile connect, it just seems really slow to realize it needs to do something. Assistant just sits there and sits there until finally coming back with an answer. After it does it once, it seems to figure it out and is faster at least for the next few minutes.

That said, other stuff works well for something like this that's plug and play for a couple hundred bucks that I paid. Totally glad I did it.

EDIT: Looks like at least in Navigation settings, my guidance volume is "softer".

[Andy-S]

On the internet connection with AA, I found the device in the "Network Exceptions" list under the switch to mobile data menu. Cleared that and it seems like it might have fixed it.

As to the Google Assistant voice being too loud and distorting, I'm playing around with the two audio level settings. Not sure which one does what, but will play with it as I get time.

[Twi7ch]

I must have been crazy. I went into my car today and all my steering wheel controls are working just fine without touching the DIP switches. The cherry on top would be finding a way to have Carlinkit be the default launcher so I don't need to hold down the NAV but I haven't found any solutions to that yet.

[killer_s4]

maybe thatll fix itself too because mine auto launches car play without me doing anything.

[omgContra]

How does it switch to the carlinkit/rsnav without you holding down nav? That seems universal across every version of these. Can you record a video of when you start up the car?

Andy and twi7ch I'm glad everything is working for you guys now.

[seanm135]

Installing mine tomorrow... Can you have multiple phones paired to it... Such as yours and your spouse's?

[NixonKB]

Installing mine tomorrow... Can you have multiple phones paired to it... Such as yours and your spouse's?

You'd have to select which phone to connect to at startup - it won't do two at the same time.

But yes you can have a list of devices that are paired with it.

[b8s4king]

So i have a symphony radio
What model is the best?
The Andream does not seems to have car play?

[stylobic]

No idea which is the best, Andream is very popular on BMW, very active community even with custom firmware...

https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1675929

For Audi wireless carplay and touch screen like OEM:

https://www.android-car-dvd.de/collections/carplay-head-unit/products/7-wireless-apple-carplay-android-auto-multimedia-head-unit-for-audi-a4-s4-a5-q5-2008-2016-b8

But didn't find any feedback.

Otherwise the best support I found so far is the RSNAV Facebook group. For your car I believe:

https://rsnav.com/collections/s3-android-9-0-system/products/10-25-1920x720-hd-android-9-0-4gb-64gb-s3-navigation-system-for-audi-b8-a4-s4-rs4-a5-s5-rs5-q5-sq5

Bigger screen but expensive.

[stylobic]

one more:

https://autotecpro.com/product/audi-a4-a5-s4-s5-b8-2009-2016-10-25-android-navigation-system/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FmDb_x_WmCo

[s4la1]

I noticed all of the same issues on my unit as well. I found a solution for #1 I had to go into the carlink settings and there is a option for "audio off" I set that to 9 and that seems to have resolved the obnoxious loud navigation voice from Google maps.


In addition to these issues, people that I call are reporting that there is a echo and they can hear themselves. I played with the carlink audio mic and had no success. Any ideas?



OK first time driving around. A few notes/small complaints:

1) Google Assistant is peaking out and way too loud even when other stuff is fine. Don't see a way to adjust that in google settings, but I'll keep looking.
2) I'm used to using the volume button press on the console (or steering wheel) to mute audio and pause what's playing. It no longer pauses, but does mute. Kind of frustrating if you're listening to something spoken like an audiobook or podcast. If you're in maps, you're several clicks/dial rotations away from making it to the pause button. From memory, down button, then two or three rotational clicks to get to the play/pause button. Clicking the volume knob sideways does still skip forward and back, it's just pause that doesn't work. Would love to see a firmware update to fix that, but I don't even know who to ask. Curious if there's an XDA effort to hack these? Haven't looked.
3) I did get the phone to eventually go to internet over mobile connect, it just seems really slow to realize it needs to do something. Assistant just sits there and sits there until finally coming back with an answer. After it does it once, it seems to figure it out and is faster at least for the next few minutes.

That said, other stuff works well for something like this that's plug and play for a couple hundred bucks that I paid. Totally glad I did it.

EDIT: Looks like at least in Navigation settings, my guidance volume is "softer".

[Andy-S]

I noticed all of the same issues on my unit as well. I found a solution for #1 I had to go into the carlink settings and there is a option for "audio off" I set that to 9 and that seems to have resolved the obnoxious loud navigation voice from Google maps.


In addition to these issues, people that I call are reporting that there is a echo and they can hear themselves. I played with the carlink audio mic and had no success. Any ideas?

Thanks on the volume issue. I'd found those settings. There's two audio settings in there IIRC. Didn't know which did what, but I lowered them both and it was better but still not how I want it. I'll play more.

I think up thread the recommendation on the echo is to let the car bluetooth handle the calls, but don't pass audio over bluetooth? I just realized I don't think I've tested calling in my car yet, so I'll probably have to figure that out, too.

[s4la1]

Thanks on the volume issue. I'd found those settings. There's two audio settings in there IIRC. Didn't know which did what, but I lowered them both and it was better but still not how I want it. I'll play more.

I think up thread the recommendation on the echo is to let the car bluetooth handle the calls, but don't pass audio over bluetooth? I just realized I don't think I've tested calling in my car yet, so I'll probably have to figure that out, too.


thanks for this! I will give it a try.

[NixonKB]

I think up thread the recommendation on the echo is to let the car bluetooth handle the calls, but don't pass audio over bluetooth? I just realized I don't think I've tested calling in my car yet, so I'll probably have to figure that out, too.

This.

I used to have my MMI BT turned off, and forgotten from my car/phone as per manufacturers instructions at the time. The echo never went away - but i found I could minimize it turning the volume waaaaaay way down when on a call.

What I do now is have the OEM MMI handle the phone calls (I switch over with click of NAV when the phone rings) and then hold NAV to get back into AA afterwards. It's not as slick as doing it all from AA - but i could never get rid of echo - even with external mic.

[sfourings]

Installed my carlinkit this morning. Used it for about 2 hours while driving and I’m not too sure why I haven’t done this earlier. I initially went with this vs the RSnav 8inch cause it’s way to big for my taste. Wanted to keep the original oem screen size.

Install was super easy, only tough part was fitting everything back in with the added box. Took a lot of patience to get everything back in without forcing. I used zip ties to keep like wires together which made putting the radio back in a little bit easier.

I purchased this being aware of the well known problems, the echo with phone calls, no automatic reverse camera with 6 speed and text cut off up top.

I have had the opposite of those problems. My back up camera works every time (I’m 6 speed), the back up camera pops up and than reverts back to CarPlay shortly after. I’ve tested couple phone calls and no echo, calls are made directly from apple CarPlay. The text is perfectly within the display.

The only problem I have experienced that everyone else has mentioned was the slight cut off of music every now and then. Besides that everything has been running smooth.

My only real issue is while driving and using any map application, the verbal route directions are way louder than the music. Maybe I have to adjust the volume settings somewhere, haven’t done much adjusting yet.

Overall I’m extremely happy and this has exceeded my expectations, although it’s such a simple mod it’s definitely one of my favorites to date that makes drives more enjoyable.

For reference I have a 2013 B8.5 S4 6speed.


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[Andy-S]

We need to keep track of version numbers. If things work for some that don't for others, knowing if it's a later release would help.

[sfourings]

We need to keep track of version numbers. If things work for some that don't for others, knowing if it's a later release would help.

Good point, I will check tomorrow and post it on here!


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[morph2k4]

Overall I’m extremely happy and this has exceeded my expectations, although it’s such a simple mod it’s definitely one of my favorites to date that makes drives more enjoyable.

For reference I have a 2013 B8.5 S4 6speed.

Could you link the exact thing that you bought? Is there really no cut off at the top what so ever?

[sfourings]

Looks like I was shipped one with an updated version than everyone else “CUST version 9.2.10.yl.a”

Are you guys able to download the update and upgrade via USB?

I purchased the same one that was previously linked

Carlinkit Wireless Carplay Module... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07R3JHVH4?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share


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[omgContra]

I have had the opposite of those problems. My back up camera works every time (I’m 6 speed), the back up camera pops up and than reverts back to CarPlay shortly after. I’ve tested couple phone calls and no echo, calls are made directly from apple CarPlay. The text is perfectly within the display.

These are issues with just android auto i believe, not car play. Although i can't recall if I've had echo, i rarely talk on the phone.

[JoeAWD]

I just installed mine this weekend, overall install went well and it seems to be working great. I also let the MMI handle calls and use aux input for carplay. Sometimes I need to switch the output of spotify from MMI to carplay but that is the only issue I have had.

Was glad to see that the rev-camera still works on my 6MT too!

[Andy-S]

Looks like I was shipped one with an updated version than everyone else “CUST version 9.2.10.yl.a”

Are you guys able to download the update and upgrade via USB?

I purchased the same one that was previously linked

Carlinkit Wireless Carplay Module... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07R3JHVH4?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share



I don't know that anybody's found an update source. I'd like to try to update, though.

[sfourings]

I don't know that anybody's found an update source. I'd like to try to update, though.

You can send “Carlinkit CarPlay” a message on Facebook. They don’t seem very helpful though.

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[Ernie1060]

Following this... has anyone looked at the RSNav standalone module? It looks like it’s very similar...


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[KLX]

Subbed, cant wait for mine to arrive.

[Twi7ch]

I recently had to make some phone calls and the people on the other end were hearing terrible echo. Well I spent some time adjusting the various microphone settings and have completely eliminated any echo. So for anyone having echo problems mess around with the settings. I was able to make changes while on a call which made it pretty easy to test.

[seanm135]

I recently had to make some phone calls and the people on the other end were hearing terrible echo. Well I spent some time adjusting the various microphone settings and have completely eliminated any echo. So for anyone having echo problems mess around with the settings. I was able to make changes while on a call which made it pretty easy to test.AA or CarPlay? Which settings did you change?

[Twi7ch]

AA or CarPlay? Which settings did you change?This is with Android Auto. The main setting I had to play with was Microphone OP.

[s4la1]

This is with Android Auto. The main setting I had to play with was Microphone OP.


Can you take a picture of your settings? I played with Microphone OP and still get echoing.

[Twi7ch]

Can you take a picture of your settings? I played with Microphone OP and still get echoing.I tested with a Pixel 5https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210101/2346d1d110ab3d4a3683c1a06e867432.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210101/5f936e475add88aeea8aaa5e11984bb1.jpg

[s4la1]

Awesome - thanks for the quick response!


I tested with a Pixel 5https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210101/2346d1d110ab3d4a3683c1a06e867432.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210101/5f936e475add88aeea8aaa5e11984bb1.jpg

Huge thank you for this. This fixed it for my samsung s20 ultra as well. There is no more echoing at all.

[Twi7ch]

Huge thank you for this. This fixed it for my samsung s20 ultra as well. There is no more echoing at all.Team work makes the dream work! I hope others find this solution helpful!

[BsantosEuro]

i had the s2 rsnav and upgraded to the s3 version. no issues here

[clettngx]

I'm looking at this one on ebay.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Wireless-Carplay-Android-Auto-CarPlay-Interface-Decoder-for-Audi-A4-A5-A6-A7-Q5-/383764606782?_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49292

Only reason being is that it's cheaper than RSNAV, free shipping, and comes with an installation kit.

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[clettngx]

Here is another one.

￥ 18,484 30%OFF | Wireless Apple CarPlay For Audi A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 S5 Q2 Q3 Q5 Q7 MMI Car Play Android Auto Mirror Reverse Camera New Arrival
https://a.aliexpress.com/_mOXdeL3

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[seanm135]

Hey all - For CarPlay users, how do you get back to the Carlinkit main menu? I’ve tried menu and back like in AA but can’t seem to get back to the main menu once in CarPlay

[lxyzl]

Hey all - For CarPlay users, how do you get back to the Carlinkit main menu? I’ve tried menu and back like in AA but can’t seem to get back to the main menu once in CarPlay

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Audi mmi app


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Audi mmi app


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thanks!

[seanm135]

Ha anyone using CarPlay found settings that eliminate the echo on the recipient’s end? I’ve messed around but haven’t found the sweet spot yet

[JoeAWD]

Ha anyone using CarPlay found settings that eliminate the echo on the recipient’s end? I’ve messed around but haven’t found the sweet spot yet

Use the Audi MMi bluetooth for phone

[NixonKB]

Use the Audi MMi bluetooth for phone

Agreed - that's been my solution as well. You can still dial using AA/Carplay, but the MMI takes over the call...

[Starman17]

When you do that do you have to press a button to switch over to the mmi? Or is it seamless and automatic by just making the call from the new interface?

What about when taking a call while not in the mmi?

[bakedziti]

I have a carlink kit I picked up here secondhand for $150 and it works pretty well. I still occasionally look at the RSNav site however and noticed they put out a new screen and volume button for non-MMI guys this past week that looks decent for the stuck-on-screen look if that’s your thing.

What I found to be interesting however is the way RSNav found a means to lock devices after shipment in cases of “non-payment”. I’m sure they had an issue and if you don’t pay after they ship I do understand the gripe, but this also seems super shady to me given the number of issues that unit has had as evidenced by this forum, but also made me question because this firmware is pretty readily available if you dig around enough and I’m sure there’s away around that lock.

[RajSQ5]

I tested with a Pixel 5https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210101/2346d1d110ab3d4a3683c1a06e867432.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210101/5f936e475add88aeea8aaa5e11984bb1.jpgThank you so much, these settings are work perfectly with my S20.

[Soldier]

Does the CarPlay automatically switch from dark to light theme based on headlights)

[NixonKB]

If you can figure out what drives night mode on Android Auto/CarPlay on these, I'd sure like to know. :)

I've even activated developer mode and FORCED night mode in Android Auto - nope.... it just seems to display whatever it feels like... 95% of the time, it's light mode. I hate it in the dark... waaaay too bright on the dash!

[Andy-S]

Agreed on the night mode. Has anybody gotten a unit that works right for that in AA, and what firmware are you on?

[Soldier]

If you can figure out what drives night mode on Android Auto/CarPlay on these, I'd sure like to know. :)

I've even activated developer mode and FORCED night mode in Android Auto - nope.... it just seems to display whatever it feels like... 95% of the time, it's light mode. I hate it in the dark... waaaay too bright on the dash!

You’re using the android screen?

[Soldier]

My initial question was posed to the gent who shows his android screen install, but I didn’t the wrong thing (reply vs quote)

This is my carlinkit which does automatic dark/light mode switching depending on the headlights.
https://youtu.be/ZVNB2YtHw6s

It was enabled around a year ago with both a firmware and an MCU update.
After this, there are two settings that need to be changed. One in the carlinkit settings which says exactly “auto dark mode” with an on/off toggle. And the other is in the CarPlay settings which you only get the two choices, dark mode always or automatic

Seems both of these settings are by default not in our favour.

Back to my question, the reason I was asking was because I want to change to the android screen option, purely to use CarPlay on a touch and wide screen.

[Soldier]

DMP car designs. There’s another thread on here somewhere for it. I’m very happy with it. All factory functions retained, larger screen and the CarPlay dongle adds $50 but its wireless CarPlay and charging capabilities while plugged in. (This was big for me as my charging ports always pop their fuse). They have models/programming specifically for the full mmi or the lesser like I have.
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Does this system automatically change dark/light modes?

[B7TitaniumA4]

Does this system automatically change dark/light modes?

Man, my car has been torn apart since early December so I honestly can’t answer that with any certainty, I want to say yes, but my memory could be seeing the CarPlay adjust with my phone for Waze and such.

I do know there is a button to kill the screen (force it to black) until you touch it again which I have used on rainy mornings.

Hopefully somebody can confirm.


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[AerotusX]

In researching replacement screen, I found AutoTecPro sells a 10.25" with Android 10 and a faster Qualcomm processing than the RSNAV S3. Seems to be very responsive from the video. Has anyone installed this unit yet?

https://autotecpro.com/product/audi-a4-a5-s4-s5-b8-2009-2016-10-25-android-navigation-mmi3g/

[RosSauce]

Installed my Carlinkit from Amazon yesterday and it’s great. Looks like I have a newer software version from the last one reported here. No echo on Bluetooth calling with my iPhone 11 connected to both the MMI and CarPlay interface Bluetooth.

Curious as to where everyone stuck the antenna and also tips on fixing sound quality? Definitely sounds flatter and worse when playing songs through CarPlay than the MMI system.

[clettngx]

I just got one too. Does anyone know why my reverse camera doesn't work? Is there a common issue? I have the OEM camera/parking sensor setup.

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[tsitalon1]

The big question, can you skip music tracks via the steering wheel?

That is my biggest compliant on my 2014 S4...no way to skip tracks via steering wheel....

[RosSauce]

I just got one too. Does anyone know why my reverse camera doesn't work? Is there a common issue? I have the OEM camera/parking sensor setup.

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Mine is working fine. When I'm in Carplay and go into reverse, my camera pops on and when I move out of reverse, it goes to my MMI Nav menu for a few seconds then Carplay automatically pops back up. Maybe double check to make sure all of your connections are correct and inserted all the way?


The big question, can you skip music tracks via the steering wheel?

That is my biggest compliant on my 2014 S4...no way to skip tracks via steering wheel....
I haven't been able to figure out how to do it but I don't mind using the center console controls.

[RajSQ5]

The big question, can you skip music tracks via the steering wheel?

That is my biggest compliant on my 2014 S4...no way to skip tracks via steering wheel....I have the RSNAV unit and the left button / wheel on the steering wheel allows you to skip tracks.

[tsitalon1]

I have the RSNAV unit and the left button / wheel on the steering wheel allows you to skip tracks.

To clarify, S3 RSNAV allows for the up/down scrolling wheel on the left of the steering wheel to skip tracks while streaming media from your phone?

[RajSQ5]

To clarify, S3 RSNAV allows for the up/down scrolling wheel on the left of the steering wheel to skip tracks while streaming media from your phone?

I should have clarified - I have the RSNAV standalone unit which I don't believe to be one of the S3 models. When streaming via wireless Android Auto, rolling the left wheel moves over options (Spotify): previous track, pause & next track and clicking makes your selection.

[tsitalon1]

I should have clarified - I have the RSNAV standalone unit which I don't believe to be one of the S3 models. When streaming via wireless Android Auto, rolling the left wheel moves over options (Spotify): previous track, pause & next track and clicking makes your selection.

Ahh, gotcha, would that be app specific you think? Have you tried the skip functionality with other apps?

[RajSQ5]

Ahh, gotcha, would that be app specific you think? Have you tried the skip functionality with other apps?Same functiality with YouTube music so I don't think it is app specific. To be honest, 99% of the I use the MMI controller.

[tsitalon1]

Same functiality with YouTube music so I don't think it is app specific. To be honest, 99% of the I use the MMI controller.

Thank you for your feedback !

[MacaveliMC]

Thought I would add my experience with this.

I purchased the Carlinkit from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07R3JHVH4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I have a 2012 Audi S4 Prestige with every option except adaptive CC & rear sunshade.

Installation wasn't terribly difficult. If you're good at cable management, it's easier to get everything stuffed back in, but there really is plenty of room behind the console, especially behind the AC panel.

Based on the diagram that came with it, my dip switches were 123 off, 456 on, 7 on, 8 off. If you look at the instructions for the RSNAV version, it says my car should be 123456 off. This makes me very suspicious, but I haven't tried with all off yet because the system seemed to work the way I set it, mostly.

The pro's:
I had all my phone crap on my screen. Messages, google maps, pandora, ect ect. There was a little bit of lag every time you first turn the dial to scroll through the icons, but not terrible. I'm guessing this may be down to the phone processing itself since it's doing all of it. Also, the first time or two I turned on the car, it seemed to connect pretty quickly and seamlessly.

The Cons:
The phone calls have an echo to whom I'm talking to. Someone in this forum posted settings to help eliminate the echo, but the person I had on the phone said there was still an echo and they could hear themselves.
The backup camera won't come up, have to switch back to Audi system to get it. I have an OEM camera and a 6MT. I sent the seller a message about it, told them I have an OEM camera, and they told me to switch in the settings to aftermarket? I didn't think they understood what I was saying but I tried it anyway....didn't work. I know someone else on this thread said the backup camera comes up fine for them, but they have a b8.5, not sure if that may make the difference, or the fact that they are using Carplay instead of Android Auto.
Connection issues. When I came back to the car after going into a store, my phone would not connect no matter what. How AA works is, it connects first via bluetooth, then switches to wifi because BT can't handle the data needs or something. Anyway, every time I tried to connect again, BT said it couldn't connect. After 15 minutes or so of restarting and trying, I finally told my phone to "forget" the device, then I tried re-connecting again....no luck. I then hit scan again on my phone, the device popped up again, and I could finally connect. What a huge pain.


At the end of the day, I'm seriously considering returning this box. If I could fix the call echos (maybe still possible, messing with settings) and the backup camera popping up, and the connection issues turn out to be a one time thing, I may keep it....I'll give it another week or so and see how it goes. But that's my experience. A bit disappointed, but if you know anything I don't about how to fix this stuff, let me know! Again, here is my setup:

2012 Audi S4
Using Android Auto
OEM backup camera
No "parking" button, whatever that thing is...
Car has bluetooth. Another weird note, I kept having to turn the car bluetooth back off, and it kept turning back on. So annoying.

[Sirhc1115]

Thought I would add my experience with this.

I purchased the Carlinkit from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07R3JHVH4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I have a 2012 Audi S4 Prestige with every option except adaptive CC & rear sunshade.

Installation wasn't terribly difficult. If you're good at cable management, it's easier to get everything stuffed back in, but there really is plenty of room behind the console, especially behind the AC panel.

Based on the diagram that came with it, my dip switches were 123 off, 456 on, 7 on, 8 off. If you look at the instructions for the RSNAV version, it says my car should be 123456 off. This makes me very suspicious, but I haven't tried with all off yet because the system seemed to work the way I set it, mostly.

The pro's:
I had all my phone crap on my screen. Messages, google maps, pandora, ect ect. There was a little bit of lag every time you first turn the dial to scroll through the icons, but not terrible. I'm guessing this may be down to the phone processing itself since it's doing all of it. Also, the first time or two I turned on the car, it seemed to connect pretty quickly and seamlessly.

The Cons:
The phone calls have an echo to whom I'm talking to. Someone in this forum posted settings to help eliminate the echo, but the person I had on the phone said there was still an echo and they could hear themselves.
The backup camera won't come up, have to switch back to Audi system to get it. I have an OEM camera and a 6MT. I sent the seller a message about it, told them I have an OEM camera, and they told me to switch in the settings to aftermarket? I didn't think they understood what I was saying but I tried it anyway....didn't work. I know someone else on this thread said the backup camera comes up fine for them, but they have a b8.5, not sure if that may make the difference, or the fact that they are using Carplay instead of Android Auto.
Connection issues. When I came back to the car after going into a store, my phone would not connect no matter what. How AA works is, it connects first via bluetooth, then switches to wifi because BT can't handle the data needs or something. Anyway, every time I tried to connect again, BT said it couldn't connect. After 15 minutes or so of restarting and trying, I finally told my phone to "forget" the device, then I tried re-connecting again....no luck. I then hit scan again on my phone, the device popped up again, and I could finally connect. What a huge pain.


At the end of the day, I'm seriously considering returning this box. If I could fix the call echos (maybe still possible, messing with settings) and the backup camera popping up, and the connection issues turn out to be a one time thing, I may keep it....I'll give it another week or so and see how it goes. But that's my experience. A bit disappointed, but if you know anything I don't about how to fix this stuff, let me know! Again, here is my setup:

2012 Audi S4
Using Android Auto
OEM backup camera
No "parking" button, whatever that thing is...
Car has bluetooth. Another weird note, I kept having to turn the car bluetooth back off, and it kept turning back on. So annoying.

I have the same issues with mine and I use CarPlay. 7/10 times my phone doesn’t connect I have to go into setting on the radio device and tell it to manually connect and about 2 mins later it does. My back up camera also does not work I have tried everything. Also when I have incoming calls it’s so freaky loud Coming through the center speaker I’m afraid I’ll blow it and it doesn’t matter what I set any volume to. I can deal with having to go the Audi system for back up camera but the other stuff is really frustrating . Mine is a 2010 premium plus with Nav


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[Andy-S]

Update on the Carlink Android Auto Maps not going to dark mode:

Figured this out tonight. Might have something to do with Google's Map or AA updates recently. Maps on the phone now has a dark mode option selection. Choices are always light, always dark, or whatever mode the phone is currently in. I set that to respect the phone's mode, and I have the phone auto dark mode at night. I don't know that this is involved in getting it to work, that's just what I use.

Once that was set, I connect the phone to AA. The AA map is in light mode. On the car, switch to a non map screen. This won't work if you are still in Maps on the car screen. Switch to either the app menu or another app, doesnt seem to matter. Go to your phone screem and pick the Google Maps app. In my case, this automatically switches the car screen back to Google Map...in dark mode. Enjoy keeping more of your night vision.

[chaseolafson]

I just hooked up my Carlinkit and it's getting power, I'm able to connect to the wifi/bluetooth but I can't get my car to register the AMI to aux cord that came with it. When I plug in my tune2air it registers that in the sources, so I'm pretty sure the AMI is working. Any ideas? Nothing pops up when I hold down the NAV button either. Not sure where to go from here. 2011 Audi A5 Cab. MMI 3G High

[AerotusX]

Got my Autotec Pro 12.5" installed. There are no real instructions from this company, but eventually figured things out. So far looks good, I'm still playing with it to set up and test all the features.

http://drive.google.com/uc?id=1G25gw9rCGFEFgclSIIdxHti6gWhWU-mK

[Andy-S]

With the Carlinkit setup, mine has gone to forcing bluetooth calling through the device, bringing back the echo. I can delete the bluetooth, but it adds it back. Any ideas? (Android Auto)

It's also gotten to where every few trips that the Assistant voice goes away. It will pause my other audio, and if I do "OK Google", it will pop up the Assistant icon, but you won't hear the voice. I can sometimes reboot the whole device and get it back (hold "back"). It's always done it, but it's much more frequent.

Anybody get an updated firmware? I'm going to complain on Amazon or somewhere and see if I get a response.

[Andy-S]

I got a one version more recent update from my original firmware from Carlinkit.

232008

First, since I was playing with settings, I was able to fix the top row being cut in half in Android Auto. I think this setting may have been there all along, but change the Carplay Top Scrap setting. I ended up @ 12.

232009232010

Second, there seems to be a new setting around the phone delay problem where you can just tell the unit to use the car's bluetooth for calls.

232011

After that, not sure if the updated fixed anything for me. I'm going to have to drive it a bit to see. I do know it still does not pause playback if you hit the volume knob either on the console or steering wheel. It still only mutes, which is a bad thing if you're listening to a book or podcast and you want it to work like it did stock and actually save your place when you pull into the drive through.

Here's the phone setting I mentioned:

232011

My other complaint to the company was that my unit will lose the Google Assistant voice mid-drive, and things like map directions will pause audio, but not actually say anything. Only rebooting the unit will get the assistant working properly again in my case, and that doesn't even always work. That's still to be determined if it's fixed.

[mark920]

I got a one version more recent update from my original firmware from Carlinkit.

232008

First, since I was playing with settings, I was able to fix the top row being cut in half in Android Auto. I think this setting may have been there all along, but change the Carplay Top Scrap setting. I ended up @ 12.

232009232010

Second, there seems to be a new setting around the phone delay problem where you can just tell the unit to use the car's bluetooth for calls.

232011

After that, not sure if the updated fixed anything for me. I'm going to have to drive it a bit to see. I do know it still does not pause playback if you hit the volume knob either on the console or steering wheel. It still only mutes, which is a bad thing if you're listening to a book or podcast and you want it to work like it did stock and actually save your place when you pull into the drive through.

Here's the phone setting I mentioned:

232011

My other complaint to the company was that my unit will lose the Google Assistant voice mid-drive, and things like map directions will pause audio, but not actually say anything. Only rebooting the unit will get the assistant working properly again in my case, and that doesn't even always work. That's still to be determined if it's fixed.Where did you get the new firmware from? Also I think this fixed the screen for androids because the prior top scrap setting did nothing when adjusted.

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[Andy-S]

Where did you get the new firmware from? Also I think this fixed the screen for androids because the prior top scrap setting did nothing when adjusted.


I emailed the company through Amazon and told them of my problems. I was going to run it a few days to see if it fixed my missing Assistant voice before contacting them again to complain about problems that still exist.

Maybe we should start a list of things. I doubt they'll fix them, but we can send them in to see.

1) Volume knobs don't pause audio when pressed in Android Auto like stock MMI does

etc.

The update file was 57MB.

[mjessup]

I currently have the rs nav s3, only wanted it for CarPlay. Found out after installing that it only offers wireless CarPlay which is extremely buggy and disconnects all the time. It is a android tablet so I was wondering if there is some USB device I could get to still run wired CarPlay. Anyone done anything similar to this?


Thanks

[mark920]

Do you mind linking or sending me the file I tried to contact them through WhatsApp and amazon I haven't been able to get any files sadly.

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[Andy-S]

Do you mind linking or sending me the file I tried to contact them through WhatsApp and amazon I haven't been able to get any files sadly.

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Need a host for a file this size.

[NiklasStrom]

does anyone have any experience with these units working on 2g mmi? All these units i find says that they do not support 2g mmi and the "basic" controll joystick, making it difficult to find a wireless android auto solution for me.

[doanut]

Anyone fit an aftermarket rear reverse camera to this?

[Rsantelises]

Thought I would add my experience with this.

I purchased the Carlinkit from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07R3JHVH4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I have a 2012 Audi S4 Prestige with every option except adaptive CC & rear sunshade.

Installation wasn't terribly difficult. If you're good at cable management, it's easier to get everything stuffed back in, but there really is plenty of room behind the console, especially behind the AC panel.

Based on the diagram that came with it, my dip switches were 123 off, 456 on, 7 on, 8 off. If you look at the instructions for the RSNAV version, it says my car should be 123456 off. This makes me very suspicious, but I haven't tried with all off yet because the system seemed to work the way I set it, mostly.

The pro's:
I had all my phone crap on my screen. Messages, google maps, pandora, ect ect. There was a little bit of lag every time you first turn the dial to scroll through the icons, but not terrible. I'm guessing this may be down to the phone processing itself since it's doing all of it. Also, the first time or two I turned on the car, it seemed to connect pretty quickly and seamlessly.

The Cons:
The phone calls have an echo to whom I'm talking to. Someone in this forum posted settings to help eliminate the echo, but the person I had on the phone said there was still an echo and they could hear themselves.
The backup camera won't come up, have to switch back to Audi system to get it. I have an OEM camera and a 6MT. I sent the seller a message about it, told them I have an OEM camera, and they told me to switch in the settings to aftermarket? I didn't think they understood what I was saying but I tried it anyway....didn't work. I know someone else on this thread said the backup camera comes up fine for them, but they have a b8.5, not sure if that may make the difference, or the fact that they are using Carplay instead of Android Auto.
Connection issues. When I came back to the car after going into a store, my phone would not connect no matter what. How AA works is, it connects first via bluetooth, then switches to wifi because BT can't handle the data needs or something. Anyway, every time I tried to connect again, BT said it couldn't connect. After 15 minutes or so of restarting and trying, I finally told my phone to "forget" the device, then I tried re-connecting again....no luck. I then hit scan again on my phone, the device popped up again, and I could finally connect. What a huge pain.


At the end of the day, I'm seriously considering returning this box. If I could fix the call echos (maybe still possible, messing with settings) and the backup camera popping up, and the connection issues turn out to be a one time thing, I may keep it....I'll give it another week or so and see how it goes. But that's my experience. A bit disappointed, but if you know anything I don't about how to fix this stuff, let me know! Again, here is my setup:

2012 Audi S4
Using Android Auto
OEM backup camera
No "parking" button, whatever that thing is...
Car has bluetooth. Another weird note, I kept having to turn the car bluetooth back off, and it kept turning back on. So annoying.

My installation was very similar to a unit purchased at audiupgrade.com. At first, I followed the instructions and set all dip switches to off as documented. However, when testing the CarPlay unit I was unable to navigate using the large MMI wheel, and pressing the NAV button did nothing. I did find that CarPlay would become active when connecting my iPhone via wifi. I also realized that the steering wheel mode button was active and I could navigate using mode instead of the large MMI button, however, navigation of the MMI was also active behind the scene. I have a manual transmission car and the OEM backup camera would cut in as expected when in reverse. I contacted support and they suggested I turn on dip switches 4,5 and 6. Doing this allowed me to use the large MMI wheel for CarPlay navigation and pressing the NAV MMI button for 3 seconds switched to CarPlay mode. I then tried reverse in CarPlay mode and found out that the OEM camera would not display. I then embarked on testing dip switch combinations to see what would cause the camera to stop and realized that when switch 5 is on the camera stops. However, without switch 5 on navigation via the large MMI and NAV press for 3 sec will not work.
At this point, I am no longer getting any feedback from the vendor about this problem, but no having an automatic OEM camera display when using CarPlay seems like too large of a compromise. I see that some people in this thread have manual transmission cars that are working, so I am wondering if the software levels or dip switch settings could be different. My Carplay unit shows:
SDK Version: 25.0.0.7.0.0.2.0
CUST Version A_V1.2.5
MCU Version: 18.0101.00HW Version: Audi_HDMI
Anyway, sharing my experience with the Retrofit in case it could help someone

[ibisC6]

Hey all,

I installed the standalone unit that maintains the OEM MMI Screen in my B8.5 not too long ago and recently noticed after connecting upon entering the car, the screen will go black and the RSNAV will disconnect and reboot and all is well. Has anyone else run into this issue? Also, I noticed for many, holding in the NAV button in the center console will trigger CarPlay to appear, but CarPlay won't respond to my center console NAV button but will work with the steering wheel NAV button. Any ideas for these minor quirks? Cheers!

[ransack87]

Hey not sure if this is still relevant, but I have the iNAV device by 4x4shop on my B8.5 S4. I wrote a post summer 2020 [https://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/886903-4x4shop-ca-Anyone-use-their-infotainment-upgrade?p=14174265&viewfull=1#post14174265]

[fmzip]

Got my Autotec Pro 12.5" installed. There are no real instructions from this company, but eventually figured things out. So far looks good, I'm still playing with it to set up and test all the features.

http://drive.google.com/uc?id=1G25gw9rCGFEFgclSIIdxHti6gWhWU-mK

Any more info on this?? Seeing this thread was RSNAV alternatives, this seem to be more on topic ;)

https://autotecpro.com/product/audi-a4-a5-s4-s5-b8-2009-2016-10-25-android-navigation-mmi3g/

https://autotecpro.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_2143_resize-600x414.jpg


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhtJzdZhsbk&t=1s

[AerotusX]

Any more info on this?? Seeing this thread was RSNAV alternatives, this seem to be more on topic ;)

https://autotecpro.com/product/audi-a4-a5-s4-s5-b8-2009-2016-10-25-android-navigation-mmi3g/

https://autotecpro.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_2143_resize-600x414.jpg


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhtJzdZhsbk&t=1s

Yes, I'm quite happy with this RSNAV alternative. I have a T-Mobile SIM in the unit to provide 4G connection all the time. Although, the connection does drop in some areas. I use Waze and Youtube podcast on a daily basis on my way to work and back. My commute is quite long. I haven't been able to get Netflix app to work yet. Chrome browser and a few other Android apps I tried worked well. MP3 and videos on a USB play seamlessly.

I do get an occasional screen freeze and auto reboot, but they are far and few. Other than that, it looks great in the car and the display quality is outstanding. Slideshows, images, videos, and sound play are great. It's quite responsive as well.

[fmzip]

Yes, I'm quite happy with this RSNAV alternative. I have a T-Mobile SIM in the unit to provide 4G connection all the time. Although, the connection does drop in some areas. I use Waze and Youtube podcast on a daily basis on my way to work and back. My commute is quite long. I haven't been able to get Netflix app to work yet. Chrome browser and a few other Android apps I tried worked well. MP3 and videos on a USB play seamlessly.

I do get an occasional screen freeze and auto reboot, but they are far and few. Other than that, it looks great in the car and the display quality is outstanding. Slideshows, images, videos, and sound play are great. It's quite responsive as well.

Thanks for reply

[Tweakophyte]

Yes, I'm quite happy with this RSNAV alternative. I have a T-Mobile SIM in the unit to provide 4G connection all the time. Although, the connection does drop in some areas. I use Waze and Youtube podcast on a daily basis on my way to work and back. My commute is quite long. I haven't been able to get Netflix app to work yet. Chrome browser and a few other Android apps I tried worked well. MP3 and videos on a USB play seamlessly.

I do get an occasional screen freeze and auto reboot, but they are far and few. Other than that, it looks great in the car and the display quality is outstanding. Slideshows, images, videos, and sound play are great. It's quite responsive as well.

Isn't this the same as RSNav but without Daniel's support?

[AerotusX]

Isn't this the same as RSNav but without Daniel's support?

No, it's different. This one is the newest 12.5" LG panel (not 12.3") with the latest Android 10 OS and a faster Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 (instead of 506) processor. This is the reason I didn't get the S3 from RSNAV. I did contact RSNAV prior to purchase but they won't be updating their product until late this summer.

[fmzip]

No, it's different. This one is the newest 12.5" LG panel (not 12.3") with the latest Android 10 OS and a faster Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 (instead of 506) processor. This is the reason I didn't get the S3 from RSNAV. I did contact RSNAV prior to purchase but they won't be updating their product until late this summer.

I had a lengthy online chat with this company, they are located in Toronto. Super impressed with their responsiveness at 9:00pm on a Friday after hours. They have a new WiFi dvr front and back cam they are offering for $180 for the pair. Might need to give these guys a shot. Their unit also comes with dual USBs with is beneficial as well could use one for my phone and the other a usb drive.


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[Rewagon]

Curious if anyone has tried the 8.8” INAV screen. It looks the same as the 8.8” S3 by RSnav. I have a B8 and thinking the 10.25” screen is too big to look OEM.


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[omgContra]

Anyone with the carlinkit/rsnav figure out an easier way to connect to android auto if you forget to go into the menu and press okay when you first start up the car? Only way I've figured out so far is to go to bluetooth devices, disconnect and reconnect.

Also, i'm not sure when i was able to do this, but to get google nav into dark mode i would go into the settings menu in android auto on the car ui.. then there's a option for daylight/night mode.. i would switch to daylight or auto, then switch it to night mode and then google nav will now be in night mode for that trip. cumbersome but it beats having a bright nav screen at night.

[m4gician]

I had a lengthy online chat with this company, they are located in Toronto. Super impressed with their responsiveness at 9:00pm on a Friday after hours. They have a new WiFi dvr front and back cam they are offering for $180 for the pair. Might need to give these guys a shot. Their unit also comes with dual USBs with is beneficial as well could use one for my phone and the other a usb drive.


https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210710/324aa1726991c47bc0f8cf258a4a9d59.jpg


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Called these guys and setting up an install in my q5 next week.

[mdtoro]

Nice thread! I'm looking to add this option in the next few months.

It would seem to be safe to say RSNAV and Carlinkit are the best options?
I see the Carlinkit item looks the same as the RSNAV standalone unit? Do issues with the standalone go away if using hardwired?

Looks like their are issues with all of these systems. RSNAV looks like they have a S4 upgrading coming but not sure when. Right now, I'm on the fence for this upgrade as I really don't want to spend time "fixing" compatibility or bugs.

[Supra13]

Does anytone have issues with Android Auto cutting off the top of the screen. In the RSnav settings you can adjust the screen " Top Strap" to get everything to line up. Once you do that it fixes the issue but once you go put the car in reverse it screws up the screen again for me until I turn car off and on or reboot / exit unit again up. Basically I can't go into reverse without it screwing the top strap setting.



Ended up connecting Android Auto via wire with no improvement to screen. As I understand it, while it's connected via wire I must at minimum use Bluetooth to receive phone calls and play media via Audi b.t.mmi since it's better quality.
If that's the case why does the Bluetooth for autokit connect as well? Do I need to connect it for a reason and have 2 Bluetooth connections active? Is it to read my phone apps? Besides charging what is USB wired cable into the RSnav do I thought it would do audio in some capacity.

[Supra13]

Does anytone have issues with Android Auto cutting off the top of the screen. In the RSnav settings you can adjust the screen " Top Strap" to get everything to line up. Once you do that it fixes the issue but once you go put the car in reverse it screws up the screen again for me until I turn car off and on or reboot / exit unit again up. Basically I can't go into reverse without it screwing the top strap setting.



Ended up connecting Android Auto via wire with no improvement to screen. As I understand it, while it's connected via wire I must at minimum use Bluetooth to receive phone calls and play media via Audi b.t.mmi since it's better quality.
If that's the case why does the Bluetooth for autokit connect as well? Do I need to connect it for a reason and have 2 Bluetooth connections active? Is it to read my phone apps? Besides charging what is USB wired cable into the RSnav do I thought it would do audio in some capacity.

[kjeeper10]

Just installed the carlinkit. Boy that was easy. Took me 15 mins tops. The only thing I didn’t quite get was these two connections in the main harness. I checked a YouTube video and the guy didn’t touch them either so I left them as is. If they are needed please let me know.

https://ibb.co/4ZVzK6t

Haha finally someone else asked. I tried plugging them together and nothing seem to change. Still curious what these are.

[613b8s4]

Hey just wondering what the consensus is on here for rsnav alternative? should I go with the "AUTOTEC" or the "4x4 INAV" versions?

[reardoma]

Wow my RSNAV is amazing, i did the carlinkit version and it's no comparison, i have been running the RSNAV with zero issues using carplay every single time i'm in the vehicle for almost 2 years now.

289158

[Cathedral]

This is very interesting, been having my eye on the RSNAV S4 but the main kit for my car model only comes with the 4 HD cameras, which seems cool.

I know the RSNAV is just an AliExpress thing, since you can get all these NAVs from AliExpress for 1/4 of the price.. Exact same model, features and screenshot. But the RSNAV is the only one with the 360 camera, which no others have yet to offer.

If i can find a UK installer i will get the RSNAV S4 with the 4 HD cameras

[synaptik1]

Yes, I'm quite happy with this RSNAV alternative. I have a T-Mobile SIM in the unit to provide 4G connection all the time. Although, the connection does drop in some areas. I use Waze and Youtube podcast on a daily basis on my way to work and back. My commute is quite long. I haven't been able to get Netflix app to work yet. Chrome browser and a few other Android apps I tried worked well. MP3 and videos on a USB play seamlessly.

I do get an occasional screen freeze and auto reboot, but they are far and few. Other than that, it looks great in the car and the display quality is outstanding. Slideshows, images, videos, and sound play are great. It's quite responsive as well.

I know this thread's kind of old, but I'm getting a 12.5 AutoTecPro installed in my 2010 S5 this coming weekend. Yours looks really good - how has it held up? Anything I should look out for? Was the simcard setup troublesome?

[timmyzr1]

Hey just wondering what the consensus is on here for rsnav alternative? should I go with the "AUTOTEC" or the "4x4 INAV" versions?

I would like to know if there is any updates on this!! Rsnav is 45 minutes away from me and still doesnt want to sell directly!! He doesnt seems to care, so i look into another option!

[timmyzr1]

Well, i pulled the trigger today for a 10.25 LG screen! So ill know if they are any good!!!

[SHCKR]

Just did a DIY

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RSNAV S3 Installation Guide for B9

[BRadMobile007]

All aftermarket displays are NOT created equal and have a variety of operating systems and features. After much research I decided to purchase from RSNAV, and went with their 8.8" S4 (in-dash) unit, and have zero regrets. For me it's plenty big and I love the factory look, makes people double-take all the time! It's fast and responsive, Carplay and bluetooth work great, Audio quality is good, steering wheel functions still work, and it dramatically changed the feel of the interior. My personal experience with RSNAV Support was also good….quick and helpful email replies, and the owner (Daniel) even chimed-in on a technical question, and their website is up to date with availability info. Install was tedious, but instructions are provided and there are plenty of y-tube videos to assist. I know we're discussing alternatives here but I honestly have no complaints about my RSNAV and wanted to share. Good luck all!

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[svt]

Has anybody heard of Integrated Automotive out of the UK? They have a seamless OEM solution that looks very sleek. ItÂ’s not cheap plus shipping to USA is 45 pounds.

Wondering if anybody tried them out yet as I might pull the trigger.

https://integratedautomotive.co.uk/product/audi-mmi-rmc-3g-basic-3g-high-3g-plus-retrofit-carplay-and-android-auto-kit/

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Has anybody heard of Integrated Automotive out of the UK? They have a seamless OEM solution that looks very sleek. ItÂ’s not cheap plus shipping to USA is 45 pounds.

Wondering if anybody tried them out yet as I might pull the trigger.

https://integratedautomotive.co.uk/product/audi-mmi-rmc-3g-basic-3g-high-3g-plus-retrofit-carplay-and-android-auto-kit/

[mtnbikerva1]

Any new information from owners of this for a while? Have you heard of the iNAV from 4x4shop.ca in Canada , which seems to be possibly updated version RSNav because it’s android 13 versus android 10 RSNav.
Support, problems, installation, issues, etc.? Thank you.

[bass_lover1]

You might or probably do get, better support with RSNAV but I don't think that the aliexpress units are all that different. I went with an 8.8" in-dash unit from Stwei on Ali, used the very good youtube video instructions for the RSNAV unit for installation. The harness is identical and it installs the exact same way. I think the only difference that I found is mine requires the use of the extra GPS antenna, I didn't have the splitter to use the OEM one for GPS with the new unit. The OEM cable is still connected, and likely still in use by the factory nav though, but no splitter.

The only issue I run into is that sometimes wireless CarPlay will not play audio, but rebooting the phone fixes it. I don't know how to reboot the unit or disconnect wireless CarPlay so I just restart the phone instead. Otherwise it is exactly what I wanted, it's hard to go back to no CarPlay after having it in various cars over the last 5 years so this is a worthwhile upgrade.

[IdahoJOAT]

Any more feedback on any of these other systems? I'm about to pull the trigger on the 12.3" for RSNav but don't want buyer's remorse.

Edit: Optioned out to $959(without shipping) versus $870 for RSNav ultimate...