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[Android Head-Units] atemysix:
Disable Soft Keys

The CarPad II 7" has hardware keys, but Android also displays soft keys along the bottom of the screen which take up a fair amount of room. The soft keys are redundant (except for the Recent Apps button, but get a launcher or gesture recogniser to open it).

Here's how to permanently disable the soft keys:

Download and install the Android SDK, and ensure the Android Tools package is installed. This will install adb.

Connect the Android Box to your computer via the USB OTG cable. This can be done while the Android Box is connected to the head unit, or powered by a DC 12v adapter.

From the Android SDK installation directory, run the following

adb remount
adb shell "echo \"qemu.hw.mainkeys=1\" >> /system/build.prop"
adb reboot

Play/Pause Music When Screen Turns On/Off

When the Ignition 12V power is disconnected (car turned off) or the power button on the head unit is pressed the head unit turns off, but the Android Box stays powered on. Certain apps, such as music players, continue to run in this state. This similar to how a standard Android phone/tablet turns of it's display when you press the power button, but apps continue to run in the background (so you can listen to music without the screen on, for example).

When the head unit switches off it stops outputting audio, but any (all?) music player apps (such as Spotify) will continue to stream & "play" sound. If you're like me and pay for mobile data to stream music you probably don't want the app to continue playing in the background. I'm used to car CD players that pause the audio until you turn the ignition switch back on.

Apps on the Android Box see the head unit powering on/off as broadcast Intent.ACTION_SCREEN_OFF/Intent.ACTION_SCREEN_ON intents.

I wrote a small app, SMOL (Stop Music on Lock) that runs as a background service, registers for the screen on/off events and translates these to faux play/pause media key presses. It will only send the play key event if music was playing when the screen was turned off.

It Works For Me™. Spotify stops playing when I turn off the car or press the head unit power button, and resumes playing when the screen comes back on.

https … s3.amazonaws.com/atemysix/SMOL.apk

Unsigned APK — install via USB or SD card, or adb:

adb install SMOL.apk
adb restart

Restart your device after installing

. SMOL launches its background service and registers the receiver on boot.
[Android Head-Units] renedis:
Updated the Wiki with this information.
[Android Head-Units] blacklistedcard:
I notice the make file has can bus listed as a comment. I wish I had my unit to start compiling kernels and Roms. Also get Phil's cwm going. It will be good to easily do backups and restores.
[Android Head-Units] usafle:
I'm probably going to update to 1.1 since Red is busy and I'm getting impatient. Did we find out if the update "wipes" the device or just updates it?
[Android Head-Units] BonOeil:
I've got the head unit since few days now and tested with a ATX power supply :)

The NU3001 came from Automotive supplies flagship store and I recommand it.

http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Newm...igation-fox-one-piece-machine/2020336917.html

I can confirm it is the real RK3188 in the NU3001.

The MCU is the V17 and the Android version is the 1.0.9.

What is your music player ? I wanted to install Noozy but it seems to be incompatible with our DAC. Too bad especially as it is a Wolfson !! Otherwise there are JetAudio and V4Android.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dogsbark.noozy&hl=fr_FR

So I've tested a USB DAC on the HU and... nothing ! USB DAC don't work with this unit because USB audio doesn't enabled I think.

Tomorrow I will solder the ISO adapter to the harness and maybe if I have time put in my car...
[Android Head-Units] atemysix:
I updated to 1.1.1 vi SD card. All my apps and settings seem to still be OK. The only thing that broke was SuperSu.
[Android Head-Units] blacklistedcard:
You have to enable the modules in the kernel. Use Reds kernel and enable the options for your USB DAC and compile it. There is a newer kernel out on Dec 23 but red said that he had to make some changes to v1.0.9 version to get it to compile and actually boot on the nu3001.
[Android Head-Units] zanix:
Very nice, this seems better than my workaround using Tasker.
[Android Head-Units] normohl:
Hey guys I have a question. I am looking at the 8 inch model, because of no soft buttons (if I could turn them red I would like them)

I am wondering if everything from this model will transfer over to that model.... I want to have the awesome support of xda developers, so if the two models are not the same as far as changing the roms and all the awesome patches you guys come up with I will just go with the soft button version and live with the white soft buttons....

thanks!!!!!
[Android Head-Units] jpapadami:
Thanks for the reply. I noticed on the 8" that there are 2 screws on each side of the display and it looks like it is holding the frame to the display. I was wondering if removing the frame, will it decrease the width/height of the display? My opening is 188mm x 110mm and I'm soooo close to being able to install it without having to cut the dash. The other option is to have it stick out, but it will be kind of risky as I'm not sure how my metal cage will fit on the unit with such limited holes.
[Android Head-Units] Ekki_221:
I tried that today and it did not work properly: The sensitivity of the microphone gets reduced too much if connected to both Inputs at the same time (no surprise).

I guess it would be easier to fit just two microphone elements in one housing if you want an elegant solution for the double-mic-Problem.

Good Microphone elements are still tiny (between 4 and 10mm) and can easily be placed anywhere. And they cost almost nothing.

There is really no need to get any of these bulky / ugly / expensive PC microphones.

Regards,

Ekki
[Android Head-Units] kwalsh24:
So here's a question that I don't see being covered in my readings (or if it has I'm sorry for re-asking)

How well does the GPS voice guidance mix / overlay with any audio coming from the unit? Does it mix with all audio apps ? Or does it blend in and become non existant when listening to music/auxin/FM radio...?
[Android Head-Units] renedis:
All music sounds of apps will be lowered in volume when GPS voice is on. Except for the radio app! Can't tell what aux-in does..
[Android Head-Units] kwalsh24:
Hmm really? That's odd, you'd think it be the other way around as the FM radio app is actually being developed by newsmy. Hope that gets resolved soon, and that the auxiliary in isn't effected by the same. As I tend to primarily use both the FM and auxiliary in for Sirius satradio. Any chances a mod could be made to correct this?

Still waiting for my unit to arrive, have a tracking number, that doesn't work :( soon be opening a PayPal dispute if it doesn't start to track tomorrow.
[Android Head-Units] renedis:
The Radio/FM is in the H/U and not in the android-box.. I think that is why the volume does not lower with GPS voice.

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https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.as.powerchecker&hl=en

I'm curious to find out if this is something for us with the H/U.

Planning on testing this week.
[Android Head-Units] kwalsh24:
The two communicate with one another tho, so you'd think that when a certain trigger is made to lower the volume that it would effect the internal amp to lower the volume. Makes it rather useless to use GPS then if your listening to the radio on your travels. Kinda makes the huifei unit look a little more complete.
[Android Head-Units] mos33y:
guys checked wiki and this thread but could not find reference to composite video OUTS. Does the 7" or the 8" have video out for rear screens?
[Android Head-Units] zanix:
Mine does not have any composite video out, only inputs.
[Android Head-Units] priusfan:
Yes, But the Volume of the radio is also managed from android ( in radio , go to parameters, there is a slider for volume).
[Android Head-Units] kwalsh24:
So if its also managed from android, why wouldn't it be possible for it to be lowered when the GPS is in use? Just because the hardware is inside the headunit, and the brain isn't, doesn't mean the brain has no control over it. You'd think it be the other way around, that the radio app would have proper volume adjustment with GPS, second party apps you install wouldn't.

Sorry I don't have the unit yet so can't really test anything, however if the case is that neither aux or FM actually mixes with the GPS at all, then I may jjust flip the unit as that's a necessity for a proper GPS navigation unit.
[Android Head-Units] Zaphod-Beeblebrox:
Yes, it's possible to add a listener to the radio app and duck (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ducking) the audio while GPS Notifications play. Same could be done for Aux. As far as I know, it's not implemented in the current ROM. If I ever figure out how to get this stupid POS to compile for AOKP, It's something I want to look at. So far I feel like I'm banging my head against the wall on this port though.

FYI. 1.1.2 is up. Downloading now:

http://pan.baidu.com/s/1hqrHHMO
[Android Head-Units] kwalsh24:
Thanks, that's a positive note, a raw positive note. Don't damage anything in the process of the bashing
[Android Head-Units] Zaxela:
Are ROM and MCU same for nu3001 and for nu 5002 ?
[Android Head-Units] Zaphod-Beeblebrox:
Yes. I have NU5002 and have flashed both. No issues
[Android Head-Units] nestortoledo:
Zip file, is around 18.50mb bigger than 1.1.1 so should have some new things
[Android Head-Units] Zaphod-Beeblebrox:
If it ever downloads. It's reset on my 3 times already.

If anyone gets it, please post it somewhere else.
[Android Head-Units] nestortoledo:
Im downloading, is in 77mb downloaded right know.
[Android Head-Units] deeznutz1977:
I'll mirror it to dropbox or mediafire in at 46%
[Android Head-Units] -=Jeff=-:
How is everyone that has one of these liking it? I am very tempted to buy one to install in my summer car even though I have an App Radio with Android working on my bench. This might be a nice all in one solution (better than a tablet)

Any feedback comment on use? Thing you would need to change on it once installed?

THANKS
[Android Head-Units] nestortoledo:
Any one know why google now, dont allow to make calls with voice command?

Say that command isnt supported on this device. Any way to fix it?
[Android Head-Units] deeznutz1977:
Here's a mirror for 1.1.2. https://www.dropbox.com/s/o79o84v7l...I-P_KK4.4.2_1.1.2_1024x600_update.tar.gz?dl=0
[Android Head-Units] blacklistedcard:
Maybe RDS for the radio. The last kernel update had a new driver for RDS. Just missing was the radio application to take advantage of that driver.
[Android Head-Units] renedis:
Also up on my FTP.
[Android Head-Units] nestortoledo:
Changes app files in size are

BonovoHandle

BonovoMcu

new app preinstalled

AirPlayandDLNA_UPnPPlayer

Office

on apk sides no more changes

kernel /boot image) is same size
[Android Head-Units] blacklistedcard:
No RDS then. Anyone have a screenshot of the new airplay dlna upnp player?
[Android Head-Units] deeznutz1977:
I'll get it in a few about to update
[Android Head-Units] nestortoledo:
Name of the app is Airplay DMR version 1.4.0

and developer is waxrain studio

that are the same as

Its this app https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.waxrain.airplayer&hl=es

But version 1.4 when in market is 1.8.3​
[Android Head-Units] renedis:
Correct, but the full (hacked) version is installed. I noticed this before when I downloaded a adjusted rom on one of the baidu shares.​
[Android Head-Units] deeznutz1977:
Has anyone else updated
[Android Head-Units] toologic:
Also BonovoSwitch.apk added. Why do we need an application to switch to WinCE?
[Android Head-Units] deeznutz1977:
That's what I was getting ready to ask. Also there's a favorites ? in the radio app. And the MCU app has changed.

Also I didn't see screen shot app anymore
[Android Head-Units] lngwca:
Hmmm. The recent wire harnesses show a "A/V out" rca plug
[Android Head-Units] priusfan:
Hello

I updated to 1.1.2...

The update.img was in the root of the UsbKey and automatically it asked for the update... I answered no and copied to the root of the SDCard.

After "some time" and some reboots, I was asked for the update. I agreed and everything went fine. (I lost root, but Iknow how to get it back).

For fun, I tested the new WinCE. No surprise: a black screen. I unplugged the brain and started again, evrything is OK.

I have not seen any difference (but the lost of root). All my apk are working same as before...

Not tested AirPlay...
[Android Head-Units] defy_user1:
Hi,

is it possible to trigger the SWC-Buttons with a short and a long "click" ? For Example: Would be helpful for changing the volume without releasing the SWC-Button...
[Android Head-Units] renedis:
I've updated too with no luck.

Screen got stuck on a black screen, waited more then 60 minutes to complete the process to find out everything was deleted..

I now have a fresh NU3001 with V1.1.2 and MCU V31. Everything was in Chinese again.

At the moment I'm restoring everything like root, language and my personal apps. Besides that I too noticed that the Radio app now support "Favorites".
[Android Head-Units] blinger:
Has the new 1.1.2rom addressed the issues with radio app not turning off when playing music and what kwalsh mentioned about gps alerts and radio?
[Android Head-Units] deeznutz1977:
Free thanks....

No it hasn't
[Android Head-Units] kwalsh24:
So I've escalated my purchase from tradesolution.hk with PayPal, as the tracking number I was given hasn't worked for a week now. Seeing how Summer has never heard of the 'reseller' it kind of flagged the whole ordeal.... plus the runaround the reseller was giving me just to get a tracking number was another sign of something not being right...

So avoid tradesolution.hk all! Just deal with Summer direct & avoid headaches :)
[Android Head-Units] deeznutz1977:
I bought mine from trade solutions off of eBay. (Well the wife did)

It shipped from hong Kong. Via dhl and I received it 4 days later..
[Android Head-Units] kwalsh24:
Hmm yeah I bought it off alibaba which directed me to the site, bought it off there and left with nothing but a dud tracking # from dhl. The whole process has been ongoing for for almost 3 weeks, paid for it on the 13th of December. Expected to have it before Christmas as was told it would be shipped out and in my hands in 5 business days.

I did see the posting on ebay, but it was priced higher than both the tradesolution.hk & aliexpress. Tradesolution.hk was cheapest overall
[Android Head-Units] wacko37:
Maybe there is a back log on available units...

Newsmy seems to be only producing small products to suit the demands.

I bought direct from Summer and it was almost 3 weeks before it was posted.

Maybe the seller is stalling due to no stock available.... As alwalys with China they promise everything before the sale.
[Android Head-Units] kwalsh24:
Well, my concern is, I sent payment to one persons name, and I'm talking yo someone totally different
[Android Head-Units] wacko37:
It's a tough one.... I was the same after waiting 3 weeks.... only reassurance was I bought direct from newsmy.

To be fair to China they always seem to deliver in the end.

Though that doesn't help you. ?
[Android Head-Units] kwalsh24:
Yeah, seeing how I keep getting the run around, figured id let PayPal do the work lol
[Android Head-Units] deeznutz1977:
Hey I have a address and phone number of the person from my invoice. The one you've talked to is it ..

Wing hang choi....
[Android Head-Units] kwalsh24:
That's the alibaba name, the PayPal ID is totally different Choi Pui Ching is the PayPal ID
[Android Head-Units] deeznutz1977:
Choi Pui Ching was the name from my paypal. I don't believe they have the units on hand, mine got "stuck in incoming hong Kong customs. Like was stated before, they may not have units on hand . but there legit
[Android Head-Units] Dale9918:
trade solution

Just got mine form tradesolution07 on ebay got to me in 9 days US IL.
[Android Head-Units] kwalsh24:
Hmm okay, interesting. Wish they would just be straight up then instead of the round about. Would have avoided the PayPal dispute, which may now backfire more so ifi have issue with the unit in the future. Blahh
[Android Head-Units] Dale9918:
trade solution

They did send me the wrong tracking information I had to contact them when I noticed my package was going to London.

I had to email them they got back to me within a day told me that it was a mistake by one of their workers I know they will not ship without a phone number
[Android Head-Units] kwalsh24:
Hmm he collected my number, sent me the tracking number which doesn't work but keeps telling me to check tomorrow check the next day and so on...
[Android Head-Units] Dale9918:
trade solution

This is the email address for the person I talk totradesolution@yahoo.com.hk not sure if it's the same one you are speaking with if not it's worth a try emailing
[Android Head-Units] kwalsh24:
Hmm yep that's the PayPal email, I've been communicating with err name #1 hahaha via alibaba. I emailed that email once before and they didn't know of me or my order, and I have no real order number to base my order from, only thing I have is the PayPal payment. Will email and see, thanks!
[Android Head-Units] Dale9918:
trade solutions

I hope it works out for you as others have said I don't think they have these things on hand so they may be trying to source one I'm sure it will work out:)
[Android Head-Units] kwalsh24:
Hope so, kinda getting impatient hahaha, plus I did sell my dads old audiosources unit to give him my current huifei unit, which will be replaced by the VW spec unit
[Android Head-Units] blinger:
I had the same experience with the tradesolutions seller. Bought on aliexpress, paid and was given a fedex tracking number. Fedex tracking number did not work for 2 weeks and was told it was held in customs and to check the next day the whole time. Finally the saturday before christmas i get a phone call from the seller in china saying fedex could not deliver and that he will send by DHL and wanted my permission to do so on aliexpress message center. I gave permission and was given a DHL that worked. Got the unit on the monday before christmas.

I bought the 8inch nu5002 but havent used the unit yet due to holiday plans but i noticed the wire harness has no aerial adapter (watching nu3001 unboxings on youtube this was included) and the android box was labelled "android" instead of "Newsmy" branding that i have seen in unboxings.
[Android Head-Units] Dale9918:
likeing it so far

Just got done updating mine starting to bench test it just got done testing the HDMI out it works with the head unit on mirroring the screen of the head unit and sound to my tv.
[Android Head-Units] blacklistedcard:
I just got my unit today. Ordered it on Dec 24 and it was at my door when I got home from work. That's fast from China to Canada. Posting from my NU3001 now.
[Android Head-Units] lngwca:
And that's what I needed to know. HDMI from head unit to rear seat monitor and walaa

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Can someone tell me what to connect the brown (v. Conn 12v) wire to?
[Android Head-Units] sformal:
Editing build.prop

I did not touch my unit, it was received but am away...

Anyway, isn't it simpler to just edit build.prop (usually in /system) and add the line (qemu.hw.mainkeys=1)? Can someone try using total commander or any similar file explorer?

I preferred myself to have the 7" with buttons on the left side as IMHO I need more to keep the maximum of height of the screen for the applications than the width...
[Android Head-Units] nestortoledo:
I have done on that way, on play store you have some buold.prop editor. that allow you to easy modify or add that line

For me it worked fine
[Android Head-Units] Summer-Newsmy:
Hi This is Summer from Newsmy

Hi This is Summer from Newsmy, the brown (v. Conn 12v) wire no need to connect to anywhere.
[Android Head-Units] nestortoledo:
Welcome aboard Summer. Nice to have you here, trying to help and make the product better
[Android Head-Units] Summer-Newsmy:
okay, I will, this is first time that i use this form.

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hello, This is summer, what problems of your order？
[Android Head-Units] renedis:
http://xdaforums.com/wiki/Newsmy_CarPad_NU3001#Hardware_and_Cables

V. CONT 12V - Vehicle Speed Sensor

No need to connect it unless you want the volume raised/lowered depending on your vehicle speed. (You can set this option in de MCU app).
[Android Head-Units] welshblob:
Hi, I've tried your app and it doesn't appear to be working from the quick tests I tried;

Using stock 1.1.1 (non-rooted i think, whatever stock is by default)

Installed via SD card

Rebooted fully twice

Tried with stock music player, Poweramp and Mort.

My tests were very quick as in start playing an mp3 then press the power button / turn off the ignition for ~ 10 seconds, start it back up and the music hadn't been stopped. I will try spotify later but any ideas whether I have done something wrong or need to configure something else?

Thanks
[Android Head-Units] bockywocky:
Newsmy Facebook group

Hello,

Summer added a Newsmy Facebook group which you can join.

It's for Newsmy customers to get technical support, software updates etc.

Newsmy Pure android carpad Latest update software:

AD3188_CarPad-II-P_KK4.4.2_1.1.2

Software Link: Click here

Burn tool Link: Click here

And of course... welcome onboard Summer :)

Kind regards,

Arien
[Android Head-Units] nestortoledo:
The facebook group link appear to be wrong, it dosent work for me
[Android Head-Units] lngwca:
Currently doing install now. That's how I hooked it up.

Last thing. External amp. Weird, the amp only works if I connect both the 12v and turn on line to "p. Cont". If I just hook 12v to p. Cont and the remote to blue/white or purple antenna wire it won't turn on.
[Android Head-Units] bockywocky:
You need to login first with your own FB account.
[Android Head-Units] nestortoledo:
Im logged with my account, but say group not avaiable or dosent have permissions
[Android Head-Units] bockywocky:
I see... it's a group for members only and I am already added by Summer.

Search for "Summer Xu" and ask her to add you to this group.
[Android Head-Units] bockywocky:
Device Carpad-II not found

Try to install the Rockchip USB drivers (x64) but it won't recognize my Carpad-II

[IMG="Driver not found"]http://xdaforums.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=3089319&stc=1&d=1419946588[/IMG]

Using W7 X64

Anyone have an idea?
[Android Head-Units] kwalsh24:
Well, hmm so its a 50/50 chance with how ssoon you'll get a working tracking number or unit in a timely manner, currently I have zero communication unless I message them, then ots the runover with the check again for tracking.

Waiting for a response from my email to them.

My brother might be getting a car similar to mine, so maybe ordering a second unit directly from Summer, she at least seems to be wanting to communicate, then again she doesnt have a for sure sale yet either lol
[Android Head-Units] -=Jeff=-:
I need a favor of someone with a unit..

I am looking to buy it while it is on sale right now.. but my bezel is 173x95 and will fit in front of the unit. but I would like to know the overall depth and if I can have about 3mm around the edges blocked on the face of the unit
[Android Head-Units] deeznutz1977:
Which one?
[Android Head-Units] bockywocky:
This one
[Android Head-Units] Summer-Newsmy:
Hello Arien,

You are here.
[Android Head-Units] bockywocky:
Yes Summer, I'm also active on this Forum ;)
[Android Head-Units] Summer-Newsmy:
This is size of 7 inch pure android NU3001.
[Android Head-Units] Summer-Newsmy:
Haha, It's glad to see you here. This is myfirst day here. Does your canbus adapter suitable for NU3001？
[Android Head-Units] toologic:
https://www.facebook.com/summer.xu.549?fref=grp_mmbr_list
[Android Head-Units] Summer-Newsmy:
Newsmy@groups.facebook.com

https://www.facebook.com/groups/Newsmy/