yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Android Head-Units] -=Jeff=-:
What is needed to install the latest version..

Rockchip Rktool

Root needed?

Is the latest download in English?
[Android Head-Units] welshblob:
No the Nu3001 still keeps playing the audio, tested with various mp3 apps but need to test with radio and avin. There is the matter of audio clashing I.e. two audio apps can be playing at the same time.

As for sat nav and mp3 audio, at least with Poweramp and mort then it depends on the app;

Google maps mutes or pauses the music but with pico tts it kept switching between acceptable voice and robot. Limited control over volume and in no slider but quiet, medium and loud. I have just installed the google tts pack so need to retest.

Navfree plays over the current audio which is not good. The voice is acceptable and you can control the volume via a slider but as it doesn't attenuate, mute or pause the audio then its competing. Also some music needs more volume than others and this volume doesn't take it into account.

Waze attenuates the audio but wasn't loud or good quality enough. I can't remember if it has a volume control ... Think it does.

Nokia Here beta allows higher quality voices to be installed and pauses the track you are playing. Can't remember if it has a volume control but it does seem more chatty than the other apps I've used as in lots of pauses of audio when approaching a junction. Oh and the map data seemed to be be quite old.

These are my quick tests but I want a choice of at least two sat nav apps for online and offline use.

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Sorry not on Facebook and have no intention of joining now. Will keep using this site despite it having the most intrusive ads I've ever experienced on a mobile device. Anyone recommend a good android browser with an integrated adblocker? Chrome isn't allowing them and the Firefox plugin isn't working.
[Android Head-Units] Ekki_221:
Me neither, Facebook is a poor choice for a technical discussion imho
[Android Head-Units] jpapadami:
I agree. The suggestion was mainly for people who have FB. Unfortunately, I don't pick em. Summer created the group, so seeing that she posted the latest firmware versions there, I think that it might be a faster communication channel to get our feature request list to Newsmy.
[Android Head-Units] renedis:
ftp://83.85.112.174/NU3001/1. Renedis Debloated rom/

Above link contains 1.1.2 version, debloated + performance tweaks + English default language.

Rom contains pre-adjusted settings.apk for changing the boot animation to your own car brand just like the HuiFei model. Still working on that to make it functional.

If you are already running 1.1.2 version there is absolutely no advantage to install this rom yet. Therefore I would not recommend it to install it unless you are running a version of 1.1.1 or older.
[Android Head-Units] typos1:
Whats needed is a "GPS Voice setting" for the MCU that gives a choice of mixing or muting the currently playing audio when a GPS app plays voice guidance, this is something the HuiFei/ KGL/KLD etc units have.

Someone should add it to your requests list.

These units have the potential to be great, especially with source code available, but Newsmy needs to pull their fingers out when it comes to MCU functionality. They havent released the source code for the MCU so until it works properly with all features a headunit needs, devs will be powerless to make the device work properly.
[Android Head-Units] deeznutz1977:
My GPS has always been spot on
[Android Head-Units] kwalsh24:
Google maps is great if you plan to use data / be online, I myself wont be doing such, so Google maps is out for GPS apps.
[Android Head-Units] usafle:
Android Auto - Pioneer Radio

Maybe we can "borrow" some GUI ideas and such from this video ~ that is, whenever we get a working custom ROM out..... (yea Red & Renedis I'm looking at YOU BOTH lol)

Android Auto demo/

Just poking around XDA on my flight from LHR to JFK and found this:

Android Auto Zooper widget layout

Wow.
[Android Head-Units] androproject:
theirs is that they could update a lollipop, I'm hoping that I get to install,

anyone know if the latest update with canbus seat ibiza (wolsfagen group) 6j work?
[Android Head-Units] welshblob:
Try nokia here beta. It has an offline mode.
[Android Head-Units] kwalsh24:
Ill try that and igo, right now igo is being a pain with the screen resolution. Sygic works but doesn't get GPS signal half the time. So curious what other apps will do
[Android Head-Units] Zaxela:
When I turn on my Nu3001 or Nu5002 I see newsmy logo. How can I change it to my car brand logo?
[Android Head-Units] Zaxela:
What app is it which show satellites signals?
[Android Head-Units] renedis:
Sygic has been no problem on my unit.. If I'm driving in rush hour on the road I use Google Maps (because of the traffic re-route suggestions).

TomTom does NOT work. It will never get a working signal. More people have this problem on multiple Android phones/units.

iGo does work. Few pages back I posted what to do.
[Android Head-Units] kwalsh24:
I tried what you mentioned but still didn't work, still gave me a resolution / skin error. Going to source another version. Thanks for the info tho.

Version #3 downloaded, says its to do 1024x600. Will test and see, last one said it would too, but still got the resolution error on launch. Seeing how my data.zip doesn't have a 1024x600 folder, I'll direct the sys to the 1024x768 and see what happens.

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Exactly, we are limited to what newsby can do, if they aren't capable of developing the unit any further, and wont release the source code, this units potential is limited, again great hardware, software lacks.

Btw thanks for the wording of the gps voice, I couldn't quite put to words what I was going for. Will update the wiki.
[Android Head-Units] typos1:
These look rubbish, bad graphics, way overpriced ($1400 and just an 800x480 screen ?!!), I d rather have one of the 5 or 6 Chinese Android headunits featured here on XDA any day.

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No probs, took a little while to work out what to call it, lol.
[Android Head-Units] deeznutz1977:
GPS test.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.chartcross.gpstest
[Android Head-Units] wacko37:
Just buy the xda app... ad free!
[Android Head-Units] zanix:
Looks pretty neat, I was going to take stab at this style but this saves me some time.
[Android Head-Units] lngwca:
Chronus

This all does it all. Prefect widget
[Android Head-Units] Zaxela:
is it possible?
[Android Head-Units] kwalsh24:
Posted from Renedis a couple pages back...

ftp://83.85.112.174/NU3001/1. Renedis Debloated rom/

Above link contains 1.1.2 version, debloated + performance tweaks + English default language.

Rom contains pre-adjusted settings.apk for changing the boot animation to your own car brand just like the HuiFei model. Still working on that to make it functional.

If you are already running 1.1.2 version there is absolutely no advantage to install this rom yet. Therefore I would not recommend it to install it unless you are running a version of 1.1.1 or older.'
[Android Head-Units] Zaxela:
I'm already running 1.1.2 . No any way?

p.s. can I write to my devece 1.1.1 now and then this ROM ftp://83.85.112.174/NU3001/1. Renedis Debloated rom/ ???
[Android Head-Units] kwalsh24:
Says its in the works. So currently there isn't a way
[Android Head-Units] jpapadami:
I added this as a comment to my original features request post on the Newsmy FB group. Pointed out that it's in all our interest to get these features out the door. Newsmy will increase their sales and customers will get an awesome unit that fits all their needs. Also tried them to release the source code if they can't push the features into the next release. So I'm interested to see their reaction, if there is any.
[Android Head-Units] Zaxela:
Is it really so big problem just change start up logo to car brand logo?
[Android Head-Units] kwalsh24:
I'm banging my head here with igo, really wish I had the power adapter for the brain right now, would save time running out to the car to test fail after fail lol
[Android Head-Units] jpapadami:
This is the reply I got from Summer.

"Wow, it is really a big work, thanks for what you do for us. Could you help us delete the parts of "other sellers", because we don't want our achievement been stolen, otherwise we won't have spirit to improve and research. We know customers want a cost-effective and best quality products. We will try."

I told her that most of the features that are requested come from people who have previously owned competitor Chinese Android car stereos and want this available in the Newsmy Carpad units. The communication channel seems to be starting off on the right foot. Let's monitor how it turns out.

BTW, anyone understand what she means when she says " delete the parts of other sellers"? I didn't quite get that comment.
[Android Head-Units] kwalsh24:
I'm guessing she would like the area of the wiki removed that states other resellers of the product, sounds like she just wants people to deal direct with newsmy for it instead of other resellers.
[Android Head-Units] jpapadami:
Look around Google for "iGO Primo + ANS navigator". It's UI is so much more intuitive than the original iGO. I have it and I took a look at the data.zip file and it has resolution 1024x600. I had it on my old AN21-U unit and it works no problem at 800x480. PM me for more info.
[Android Head-Units] kwalsh24:
Hmmm okay thanks, will do. As all the download I have, say they do 1024x600 but they don't. Ill Google, see what I can find. I'm doing a slight road trip Wednesday, beto have it working lol.
[Android Head-Units] jpapadami:
This is kind of contradictory. I'm not sure how these units are manufactured or who develops the software, but in any case I assume that resellers get their units from Newsmy directly. So if there are any issues, resellers would have to through them. One way or another, doesn't this mean that Newsmy is the source for these units and they make a profit either way?

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Then it would probably be a good idea to try the sys.txt file that I am using since I don't have any issues.
[Android Head-Units] kwalsh24:
Could be that she makes commission on sales, plus maybe they have had issues with resellers and are trying to cut out the middle man... that's just my guess. Maybe I mistook what she was meaning tho.
[Android Head-Units] jpapadami:
I thought about that too. I am asking her on the FB group what she means. This is a group effort and I can't just go and delete something like this from the wiki without a group consent. Heck, I don't have the unit yet to even have such rights :).
[Android Head-Units] kwalsh24:
Haha yeah, I wouldn't do it either without having the OK. Ill add to the dev section when I can lol
[Android Head-Units] :
I have one on the way

i Decided to go a different route so if any one wants to buy it i will sell it pm for info also its the 2gb ram version if interested i bought the ca-fi dashlinq4 instead

this is the model btw Newsmy 2GB RAM android 4.4 quad core car dvd 7 inch for univeral Android only (without DVD, with bluetooth,NU3001-01-H)
[Android Head-Units] bas-r:
I'm not sure if this solves anything for you, but mine just boots up when connecting it with a powered mini-usb cable. The 'brains' of the unit I mean.

Connected to my 40" LCD and with a mouse and keyboard to it, I can do whatever I want. I have even connected a USB to Ethernet cable to it for faster downloads.
[Android Head-Units] kwalsh24:
Oh? That may do what I need. Will have to test and see, as it's damn cold out in the car lol
[Android Head-Units] welshblob:
Its not clear which one you've bought from the quick google I did.

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Maybe we flag she is the preferred reseller rather than remove the others e.g. some people may want to purchase in region.
[Android Head-Units] :
This is the one i got

Newsmy 2GB RAM android 4.4 quad core car dvd 7 inch for univeral Android only (without DVD, with bluetooth,NU3001-01-H)
[Android Head-Units] kwalsh24:
Could do that, List Summer as the direct sales rep, then have a direct link to newsmy aliexpress store, then say optional resellers on aliexpress and eBay, (both are listed on the newsmy site for locations to purchase from I believe) with a list the aliexpress seller IDs that people have used...? Not sure if that will helo with summers request or not.
[Android Head-Units] Zaxela:
Does HDMI in android box work for IN or only for OUT ? Can I connect my dvr to android box via HDMI?
[Android Head-Units] welshblob:
That's interesting as it will be a 5V supply and not the 12V that the power connections needs. I wonder if this could damage the box in anyway as we do need to know that as I will probably end up putting a usb hub into my car.

Also who was the guy who had the CPU blown on their android box and do we know what condition caused that?
[Android Head-Units] kwalsh24:
Edit
[Android Head-Units] bas-r:
I do use a so called y connector cable (http://www.amazon.com/Bytecc-USB2-HD201-USB-Y-Cable/dp/B002GWMLE8), with two 5V phone chargers. Added up will be around 10V. I do that solely for connecting a keyboard and mouse to it, because it boots up fine with one charger too.

I cannot imagine why any damage would be done when charging it with anything smaller than 12V, only when you go over it. But if someone knows more about currents and voltages I'd be gladly corrected.
[Android Head-Units] welshblob:
Yes it will regulated to 5V or whatever the standard is for the chipset. 12V is the input as that is just what cars supply I guess.

I would expect the Y cable to be supplying in parallel so it will still only be a 5V supply but you should be delivering double the current i.e. if both are 1A chargers then you will supply 2A.

Part of the reason for understanding whether anything will be damaged is due to

1) Someone reporting they had to send their box back and the CPU was blown

2) The fact that I expect people will want to use a powered USB hub and we need to ensure this doesn't cause any issues

3) I'm still intrigued to see if we can use a power bank to provide the box with a supply after the ignition is switched off. When the ignition is switched on then I want the power bank to charge. This would allow for the unit to power on instantly for longer than the 2 hrs it currently provides and won't use the car battery. How that circuit is designed I want to make sure it doesn't damage the unit or cause something worse.​

Will dig out my USB hub later and have a play. I also want to try a USB tuner I have so I can see if I can get DAB via SDR so that will need the hub anyway.
[Android Head-Units] renedis:
Look interesting. resolution is not compatible but I'm curious if it can be adjusted. Hope that the theme/widget is "responsive" so that heavy theming is not needed.
[Android Head-Units] spoks:
About feature requests

Hmm, just my thoughts, but ( to all of us) ...

1. Is it correct to ask Newsmy for functions which are on Device A, Device B ... etc., but not in NU3001, without knowing about specific device technical architecture and possibilities ???

For example - Asking to change color of buttons, without knowing are there RGB illumination or not. Things that works on one device could not on other one or even are impossible.

2. Before posting option Request in wiki, discuss it in forum to confirm usability and needless of such feature. There could be things which already are discussed lot of times and resolved.

Imagine, how manufacturer will react if there will be a number of silly or already existing features? They just will ignore such place.

3. Do not post Requests if do not have device. :o
[Android Head-Units] renedis:
I Think that he connected the OTG cable to the computer AND the power cable.

I use an USB to USB cable to power on my android box when I connect it to the computer or TV.

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Yes it is possible. You need to connect the android box to your computer.

It is showing 2 different screens after each other.

1. Splash screen (Newsmy logo)

2. Boot animation (Android logo)

If you look in the Play Store you can find many boot animation changers. But you can not change the splash screen within Android itself.

You need to change this while you are connected to the computer.

XDA has loads of information about this. example:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=753788
[Android Head-Units] jpapadami:
1. If it is something related to the software architecture then it is correct to ask Newsmy. This is for them to decide whether their current hardware and software architecture can achieve the request or not. A use case is a use case and if the customer needs it, the company needs to try to support it. In development lifecycle it is up to them to determine whether it is feasible or not. If not, then they can always backlog such feature requests for the next hardware release of the Carpad.

2. This seems like a fair argumentation.

3. That means that I should stop my efforts from here on forward, until my unit arrives. :(
[Android Head-Units] Ekki_221:
Sorry, but this is a clear nogo. Not everyone wants to order directly from China with all this customs / certification hassle (at least here in Germany this is a big issue). I am glad, that european alternative resellers were listed.

If Newsmy has such a bad Distribution structure, this is their own Problem, not the one of this community.
[Android Head-Units] nestortoledo:
Im with spoks.

2- Wiki feature requests was edited with requests that nu3001 already have included.

On this forums near 200 pages was a lot of info, already discussed, you can try to read all, but still will be some info you can ignore or just forget to read. So is beter expose here your opinion, ideas or features and if is not already posible and can be done then we can update the wiki. will help both manufacturer and us to have all clearer and organized.

3º he dont say that, just say if dont have the unit, may be is better to wait till recibe it to add FEATURE REQUESTS on the wiki. you can talk and expose your ideas here with no problem. But the wiki should be a verified and trustable information as it can cause problems to new users that trust on that wiki information
[Android Head-Units] renedis:
You need an app called Zooper.. didn't know that. Well I see it is atleast integrated with themer.

Would be nice if it can be extracted from zooper and install the theme in the NU3001 rom.
[Android Head-Units] nestortoledo:
Themer is a launcher, and zooper is a pack of editable widgets that can be used on any launcher (most you can do wirh zooper can be done with themer as bioth are from same developer)

I like the idea of the theme, but not sure if will be totaly usable on car while drive. Will try, and get some ideas to my theme or may be can create a similar version ready for our resolution
[Android Head-Units] toologic:
I think it is means "to delete other sellers address (links) from our wiki page"

But i think that is ultimatum.
[Android Head-Units] renedis:
Aha.. Then set the Themer launcher with Zooper theme as default instead of the "Launcher3" of the NU3001.
[Android Head-Units] shida:
here is latest link...from germany http://www.ebay.it/itm/Carpad2-7-Qu...92?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_77&hash=item51ca170934
[Android Head-Units] deeznutz1977:
The android auto theme uses nova prime.
[Android Head-Units] renedis:
This is more expensive then ordering directly from Summer/AliExpress....
[Android Head-Units] shida:
Yes iknow, but if someone doesn't want to order from china and doesn't want problem with custom....and obviously is for someone who reside in EU
[Android Head-Units] renedis:
Even with custom declarations this is more expensive then original AliExpress seller.

So the only reason to order from there is if you are scared to order overseas. Or you have to much money to spend??

And keep in mind, if you order it from an other source then Summer/Official Newsmy then you will likely not get any support from them if needed. The only support is a best effort trail/error on XDA.
[Android Head-Units] toologic:
I'll try to redesign Radio App by using layout from last firmware WD8801 (LuyuanRadioSet.apk)

If we have advanced developers, I can provide all codes, layers, graphics. My knowledge andriod is not so strong to do it yourself.

This app more clear, simple, intuitive. See attach
[Android Head-Units] welshblob:
I'd be interested in learning how to change the design as a common skin across all apps would help a lot.
[Android Head-Units] renedis:
Changing colors of the radio app isn't that hard. But reconfiguring the header and layout etc is much harder to do.
[Android Head-Units] jpapadami:
Not exactly. My intent was to buy from exclusivecarauto which is in Spain because

1. Customs of course. If I buy from China and include the customs, I'm probably paying an extra $50. No biggy because

2. They offer a 2 year warranty. So the extra money I'm spending I am getting compensated. And finally

3. If something goes wrong I can send it within the EU and have them worry about it.
[Android Head-Units] nestortoledo:
He used nova prime, but as all is done with zooper, you can reproduce this with themer, buzz, nova, apex ...
[Android Head-Units] deeznutz1977:
Right. Nova prime and Zooper.. Its amazing the things that can be done with a little bit of work. And playing.

http://bit.ly/1BUff0y

http://mycolorscreen.com/tutorial/
[Android Head-Units] zanix:
Looks like Summer removed the Other Sellers section from the Wiki anyway http://xdaforums.com/wiki/index.php?title=Newsmy_CarPad_NU3001&diff=0&oldid=35952.

It was already noted that other sellers are "at your own risk" and that Newsmy was the official seller.
[Android Head-Units] usafle:
I hope that she wouldn't go ahead and do that as that is "OUR" Wiki.

Maybe a user on here went ahead and did that?
[Android Head-Units] welshblob:
Think they need to be reinstated. I don't think a supplier controlling the wiki is a good precedent to set.
[Android Head-Units] zanix:
The user the deleted the section was 'Summer-Newsmy', look at the right side of the diff page. http://xdaforums.com/wiki/index.php?title=Newsmy_CarPad_NU3001&diff=0&oldid=35952

In order to get a wiki account, you must have a XDA account. The wiki account uses the forum account.

'Summer-Newsmy' here on XDA is the account Summer made so therefore she deleted the section.

I don't want to get them (Newsmy) angry at us, but the philosophy at XDA is that information is open and free. If there are re-sellers of this stereo, they should be known about and information given about them. Having the manufacturer set the terms on XDA is not a good way to go. We can note that the buyer is at risk when buying from a 3rd party, and it was noted as such. I think the edit should be un-done.

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I can undo the edit, and attempt to make it more clear that buying this stereo from a 3rd party is at the buyer's risk.
[Android Head-Units] kwalsh24:
That's what I thought she meant. So the idea of putting newsby at the start, with Summer being the direct contact for sales could be a way to go, then list alternative sellers, use at your own risk listed below that. As yes, not everyone likes aliexpress.
[Android Head-Units] renedis:
It's not the best way of Summer by doing this.. But I do get that she rather see the other resellers be gone then let them shown on the wiki.

Telling on the wiki that Newsmy/Summer is the preferred seller because of the aftersales, warranty etc and all the other 3rd parties are on own risk is the decent and best way I think.
[Android Head-Units] -=Jeff=-:
Got my unit today.. took a cursory look at it.. hoping to set it up on the bench tonight or tomorrow