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[Android Head-Units] ely.soto:
Anyone know what LTE chipset is on the C500? We can look up which LTE bands are supported.
[Android Head-Units] jerrysnoeck:
Thank you!

Do you also know this is a MTCD based unit or something other? I would like to use Spotify Keys modification.
[Android Head-Units] ely.soto:
This not a mtcd unit. Newer design and far better.
[Android Head-Units] yurtesen:
I have a question about 2din frames. I am trying to install a universal C500 with volume button and sd/map slot to a golf mk4 with 2din place. The problem is that C500 is too wide from sides because of the plastic display parts. I tried a standard 2DIN frame (I think it is same as something called "pumkin 2din frame") and frame fits perfectly to the place. But the radio fits until the plastic starts from the sides. Any ideas on what sort of frame fits to these units?

Update:

Nevermind, I had to grind a 2din frame and cut it on the sides a little bit to make it level with c500's own plastic bezel and now hopefully it may fit to the 2din slot. It was a lot of cutting and still radio goes out about 5mm but I think it will look just fine.
[Android Head-Units] marchnz:
Are you sure - from the photos of the main board it is very similar but with a px5 SOM. I cant see who has validated the mic issue/parallel circuit, tuner quality etc as any different? Appears that BT is improved/later revision?

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Further to my last reply, post #159 review is quite different and lists 'serious flaws' in your scenario.
[Android Head-Units] ely.soto:
Newer blueooth/wifi/gps chipset, newer improved radio tuner, different amp ic, 4g onboard chipset, new SOM processor. It is completely different...
[Android Head-Units] marchnz:
From the images, that tuner is the same part as my MTCD! Yes there are changes, but isnt "completely" different - the issues listed in this thread validate this.
[Android Head-Units] trap63:
Did you run C500_OBD_Update_20161228? ?
[Android Head-Units] vgabbott:
For C500 owners in USA, I would like to know if any one has had success in getting 3g or 4glte cellular service? I have an old Freedompop unregistered data SIM that does connect to ATT but shows only 3g. I have ordered a Freedompop phone SIM to see it will work but have not received it yet. It would be great to hear someone has 3g or 4g service in us from whom. Thank you.
[Android Head-Units] ely.soto:
I am able to get 3g using freedompop.
[Android Head-Units] vgabbott:
I installed 12.28.16 firmwear. I then placed 27gb of music on micro sd and inserted in left slot, not SIM slot on right. Pic on slot cover shows how to install sd card. The music player sees the sd card and there is no issue. Works great.
[Android Head-Units] ely.soto:
I use my sd card with navigation maps and media monkey mp3s. No problem. Love this unit.
[Android Head-Units] vgabbott:
Is this with their data service or phone+data service? How well does it work?
[Android Head-Units] ely.soto:
Lte service. I only use it for data so i don't know about voice. 3g seems fast enough for music and navigation. It is my backup since i tether my phone's 4g using a wifi hotspot most of the time.
[Android Head-Units] vgabbott:
I would like some feedback from buyers who have installed the dvr front camera. I see 2 cams on Ali that say they work with C500. Both are just 720p not 1080p or 1280p. One is $20 less expensive. 720p is very low-end for a dash cam. How does the sd card work that installs in dvr camera? Will other android dvr cams work that are not Ownice branded? I see a Joying cam that look identical. What make this marked usb input different from other 2 and why does it have to be Ownice branded?
[Android Head-Units] ely.soto:
I would love to know if there are better quality alternatives that integrate with an android HU.
[Android Head-Units] lamaaa:
problem with lock car

Hello i have problem with radio. I connect to radio 2 pc can cable (can+,can-, 9,10 pin) today in car, all function is ok. But if I go outside of my car, and I can locked the car, i cannot lock my car on remote. I must wait few minuts and more and letter can close car on remote. I have VW transporter T5 2013 year, 2.0 TSI 150kw. Do you know anyone help me? Thanks Martin
[Android Head-Units] ScorpionSX:
Hello, I would like to ask if someone would be so kind to put the OBD.apk file from the OBD update to some filesharing service to download. My C500 is working well so far, so I don't need/want to update if not necessary, but I would like to get the OBD working.

Thanks in advance!

PS: If the FW update is required for the OBD to work, is the FW universal for all C500 units, or do I need a device specific update? I have C500 unit for Ford (with oval design).
[Android Head-Units] vgabbott:
After updating to 12,28th firmware, I lost Igo app on c-500. I need to restore. The content files are still. In directory but app is gone. Where did you get your 9.6.58 version? Could you share it? Thank you.

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It might be better to upgrade firmware to 12.28 version. I did that 2 days ago and then follow directions in above post on how to get obd working. Note the C500 obd app is just to connect Bluetooth to obd adapter. You then need Torque lite app to run in C500. It is a bit confusing and took me a while to interrpret the instructions ... But it works fine ...even with my 5 year old Bluetooth obd adapter.
[Android Head-Units] ely.soto:
Dashcommand also works. I like it better than torque. Torque is more customizable though.
[Android Head-Units] gormiza:
vgabbott, http://nnmclub.to/forum/viewtopic.php?t=1097186

http://nnmclub.to/forum/viewtopic.php?t=1099435
[Android Head-Units] vgabbott@gmail.com:
I just tried it. Your correct, it is much better and looks sharp. Thanks for the tip.
[Android Head-Units] vgabbott@gmail.com:
Just found 1080p Ownice cam at great price with promo code. $32

http://www.gearbest.com/car-dvr/pp_607518.html
[Android Head-Units] ely.soto:
Lol. That is the one i got. Haven't installed it yet.
[Android Head-Units] vgabbott@gmail.com:
Let us know how it works, I should be getting my backup cam soon. Been 3 weeks since shipped. I need to get Igo fixed which is current project. I have Sygic but Igo is probably better.
[Android Head-Units] ely.soto:
I prefer google maps. I just downloaded offline maps for an emergency. I didnt like the ui on both of those.
[Android Head-Units] vgabbott@gmail.com:
Has anyone got tire pressure option working? Wondering if electronic receiver will work with internal tire sensors? External sensors are a pain when airing up.
[Android Head-Units] Old Grey B:
I finally got my iGO working, weeks of stuffing around with iGO Primo and still no voice prompts, I deleted everything and installed a version of iGO Nextgen from GPSPower.net and it worked, a bit more stuffing around and I got TTS working as well.

There are few different versions in ready packs that have various bits and pieces added in, check them out and see which suits you.

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I have the TPMS.

Its a very basic interface with no way that I can see to pair up different sensors, there's no way to change anything much at all actually, Maximum temp, max pressure and minimum pressure is all there is, even the the screen button to power it off doesn't do anything.
[Android Head-Units] fjkoffrie:
anyone else have a the rds station info not showing. only pop music etc.
[Android Head-Units] Old Grey B:
While on the subject of things that don't work.

Don't even consider getting the TV box, a bigger pile of steaming stinking dog droppings I have never seen.

Out of the box if you press the TV button you get a warning message "WATCHING VIDEOS IS FORBIDDEN WHILE DRIVING" press the cross in the corner which is the only control on the page and you are kicked out. End of story

I discovered how to get rid of that warning, In settings, Video. Now it comes up with a blue, blurry, barely readable menu screen and thats it, no amount of tapping, pressing, swiping or swearing at it will make it do anything, at all.

Ownice have been giving me the brush off about it from day one, now completely ignoring me. Its just an expensive piece of electronic garbage.
[Android Head-Units] DropperGK:
Igo 9.6.29.58

Hoope this helps
[Android Head-Units] yurtesen:
I bought the same camera with the unit. At least it looks exactly the same. The image is quite sharp but resolution is 1280x720. I doubt you will find a 1080p dvr anywhere. (At least not with a budget price from China)

It makes flv files which are roughly 22mb for 40 seconds without audio.

It works with the dvr app which comes with the unit. You can see live view while recording but if you go to playlist or playback recordings, it will boot into some file transfer mode and stop recording.

It is possible to disable microphone and there are LEDs showing powered on, mic recording and video recording status. On or off.

I tried some other usb cam utility and camera is recognized as SN9C2930 UsbCam. I tried a 2GB and 64GB sdcards and only 64GB worked.

I don't know what else to say... It seems quite OK for the price...

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I was wondering why everybody is trying to use Bluetooth obd when you can use a usb obd device? I think usb is faster, more secure, cheaper and most cars have some canbus/k-line coming to radio so you can wire it to turn on and off with the car. On the other hand usually the Bluetooth units connected to obd port drain the battery and usually it is not possible to put the cover panel back. Is there any advantage of using the Bluetooth units? (Other than no cabling being necessary)
[Android Head-Units] vgabbott@gmail.com:
The dvr cam in link I sent claims it is 1080p. Maybe Ownice upgrade cam or is. Different unit entirely. I will let you guys know when I get it in 23 days, hopefully sooner.
[Android Head-Units] Dm8t2t:
I have the same problem with a focus 2008 with power button , i turn of the car and i cant lock the car , i must wait as you say one or two minutes and then can lock the car, its really annoying, Someone gots some clue about this issue???

Also i cant pair the c500 with my bluetooth elm327 , and the radi dont tune any station (antenna plug with adpter send from china )

thanks

Diego
[Android Head-Units] trap63:
me too.....I discovered today as I listen only DAB+. Maybe is useful to contact Ownice for support.
[Android Head-Units] Dm8t2t:
Could you share the OBD APK please????

thanks

Diego
[Android Head-Units] vgabbott@gmail.com:
Both Dashcommandr and Torque are on play store with free versions.

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Thank you. Works great, voice and all.
[Android Head-Units] Dm8t2t:
I already have Torque pro installed , my problem is that the C500 cant see the elm327 adapter so i cant pair it by bluettoth

thanks

Diego,
[Android Head-Units] vgabbott@gmail.com:
I was wondering if all pressure sensors use same frequency as a standard so any sensor will work with Ownice receiver ... isn't that what standardization is all about? ... Probably dreaming.

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Look back in this forum and there are explicit instructions on how to activate the obd program so it shows an obd icon on desktop. Granted, it takes a bit if guessing on the instructions and trial an error but with 15min of work you should get there.
[Android Head-Units] Dm8t2t:
Thanks for your answer, but i cant find the instructions, do you remember the thread???
[Android Head-Units] yurtesen:
I find it strange that ownice itself does not sell a 1080p camera and yet exactly same looking camera is cheaper than 720p camera that ownice sells with higher resolution and only 1 seller in the whole world :) but if it is real, this is a really good find. Please let us know when you receive it. Also please try to make sure that it is not fake 1080p, sometimes they use some tricks to interpolate images. I would have tried to open and look inside my camera (which is 720p) but the case is so tight and I dont want to break it yet :)
[Android Head-Units] vgabbott@gmail.com:
Page 20 of this forum. But you must update firmware first.

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Guys. I placed a few thousand songs on an sd card. Stock Player works but there does not seem to be a search or voice search function. Consequently the stock player is deficient .... Unless I missing something obvious. So has anyone changed out the music app with something better? Love to hear of better music app that can see sd card.
[Android Head-Units] ely.soto:
MediaMonkey works, even syncs over wifi. Poweramp is also popular.
[Android Head-Units] Old Grey B:
Blackplayer doesn't see the USB devices,

VLC does but its a pretty crappy interface, strange because I like VLC on my PC, maybe I'm missing something.

So far the stock player seems to be the best.

I'm still looking.
[Android Head-Units] vgabbott:
Just tried a bunch of audio apps. Poweramp works and sees sd card and has search function. However, would prefer a voice activated player. Unfortunately the 5 I tried cannot see sd card. Holly grail would be voice activated with voice search. I will continue to look also.
[Android Head-Units] gormiza:
more camera
[Android Head-Units] ely.soto:
I believe Google play music can do that. Although I don't use it like that. Upload your songs to Google, then sync them to your c500. Then you can voice search it.
[Android Head-Units] vgabbott@gmail.com:
Have too much music, 27gb. Guess I could page it down to favorites.
[Android Head-Units] kaymm2:
AM/FM Radio

I just installed the Ownice C500 however the AM/FM radio doesn't seem to work. I can't change frequencies, is there anything I need to setup? Nothing happens when I hit Band the arrows.

Other than that, it's pretty nice head unit!
[Android Head-Units] alokins:
In Ownice user manual we can read next :

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4. The machine support China Unicom, China Mobile, and China Telecom's 4G standard. Namely China

Unicom FDD-LTE, China Mobile's TDD-LTE.

5. The user can through 4G or WiFi Internet to download, or through SD card to install the third-party

applications freely, but we don’t guarantee third-party applications can be use completely on the

machine, the user must identify and assess their own risk.

. . . . . . . So , it support both LTE : FDD and TDD, but nowhere I found information about the supported frequencies. I also did not see information about the built-in GPU. Does anyone know anything about this?

............ P.S now I find ansver on my above question about GPU: https://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=70311462&postcount=12 ...... C500 have GPU Mali-T720 - the tech.spec. you can see here
[Android Head-Units] vgabbott@gmail.com:
One c500 owner on this forum has it working on Freedompop 3G which is ATT where I live. I too have the Freedompop SIM and it sees Art 3g but I have not activated it yet. Search this forum for FREDOMPOP.
[Android Head-Units] Old Grey B:
A wild stab in the dark. :) Have a look in factory settings, there could be some things in there that might be stopping it, no guarantee of coarse, but worth a try.

To access, go to settings, scroll down to software, tap on it, top right corner is another settings icon tap on that, it will open a box to enter a code which is 1260 enter, go to radio and have a look.
[Android Head-Units] gormiza:
Go to Engineering MTC menu. there is all the information on the frequency.
[Android Head-Units] alokins:
Let me show You pictures about this :

top rigth corner icon

[IMG="top rigth corner icon"]http://i.imgur.com/8oUJ0Qs.png[/IMG]

box where you need enter 1260

[IMG="box wher you need enter 1260"]http://i.imgur.com/4kOdBpF.png[/IMG]

tapp RADIO

[IMG="tapp RADIO"]http://i.imgur.com/QQDoyHJ.png[/IMG]

it will open this window

[IMG="it will open this window"]http://i.imgur.com/dB5CCIy.png[/IMG]

Pay atention on the marked settings - Zone, RDS and FM sense.

- Set the zone where you are: forexample - Europe if you are in Europe

- Increase FM sense if you have weak FM signal

- RDS - you need switch ON . if you are in Europe / google it for more/

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I want to clarify that I plan to buy 2 din and do research. I stopped on 3 devices. I think they have pretty good performance.

Here you can see

[IMG="comparison of 2DIN"]http://i.imgur.com/59mVxw8.png[/IMG]

I compare these devices taking into account integration into the dashboard of my car Yaris 2007. I firmly held on that to have 4G support, especially the presence of a 4G SIM slot that is available only at Ownice C500.

I would be grateful if someone share other than my vision. Anyone have other ideas?
[Android Head-Units] ely.soto:
Ownice 8 core still not available. ROM not so important since we have an SDcard slot.
[Android Head-Units] ls3mach:
Does Freedom Pop free have unlimited 3G?
[Android Head-Units] ely.soto:
I use it for the free 500MB as a backup.

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I would go for a sprint tablet plan if u want unlimited. 4g might work too. AT&T (freedompop) doesn't work with 4g.
[Android Head-Units] marchnz:
In my experience as long as the hardware is sufficient, it is the quality of the softare that matters, so an additional 8 cores is unlikely to provide anything useful in daily use.

What is more important is the software, as the manufacturer seems to either carry over issues, introduce new ones or regress when releasing "new models".
[Android Head-Units] ls3mach:
Sprint is CDMA, does their 3G even work off their LTD network? I wonder about Verizon and US CONGRESS also. Personally I have Cricket and 3G is probably going to be sufficient. Not really trying to stream movies.

Anyone know how long the backup camera cords are? I've got a 4 door long bed Ford. The truck is a little over 22' OAL.
[Android Head-Units] vgabbott:
Video cords packed with backup cams will be too short. Amazon has 24ft for $6.50. Save yourself some grief. Also get 24ft 1/2" wireloom for $4.00
[Android Head-Units] ls3mach:
Was hoping it would reach. Obviously I'm not going to the batteries. Do you have links for those items? I saw other cameras they were longer than that.
[Android Head-Units] ely.soto:
All the cameras come with extensions. You just need the right one. Rca video cable and a extra wire for the reverse control if needed.
[Android Head-Units] ely.soto:
I did mine with a usb drive
[Android Head-Units] Dm8t2t:
vgabbott was right i succeed updating from msd card , with USB i always got ¨mount error¨

Now OBD is OK, thanks again vgabbott.

The problem that remains the same after updating is that when i turn of (power button in my case) the ignition and leave the car , Icant locked the doors with the remote, only after near one minute the unit shut down and i regain the control from the remote lock button.
[Android Head-Units] ely.soto:
That sounds like an issue with the coding in your car. You'll have to do car specific research and probably get it coded at a dealer/mechanic.
[Android Head-Units] gormiza:
Disconnect the cable from the ILL position lamps.

connect it to the ignition wire
[Android Head-Units] Lersol:
I have them working. Don't think it will work with internal sensors. I have also internal sensors but the receiver doesn't see them. I think the external sensors are dedicated with the receiver.
[Android Head-Units] vicom2:
I've a couple of apps that seem not to being able to have their volume control in sync with the "media" volume of the C500, eg my PowerAmp. I've set my "media" volume to 1 but its way too loud that anu of the other apps like radio etc. Same goes for Cisco Jabber. If i get an call onnit it doesn't mute the background apps volume (eg mute the radio when a call comes in).
[Android Head-Units] kaymm2:
Here's my version for the C500 OL-6666F.

Thanks for the info. I tried all possible combinations of tuners but still didn't work. I believe my C500 OL-6666F has the TEF6686 radio IC. I tried the NX6686/ST7786/SY401i, I tried region USA1 or USA2 since I'm in North america, doesn't work.

Could it be a physical connection issue? The C500 has an antenna wire (blue) on the wiring harness, that should connect my car's antenna harness right?

I'll see if Ownice will reply to me or if there is a newer firmware.
[Android Head-Units] kaymm2:
Thanks for the pictures! really helpful. But still doesn't work for some reason with AM FM Radio, I have C500 OL-6666F and am in US. Not able to tune into radio station, and none of the icons/buttons will change frequency.

Other than radio problem, the C500 is really fast even though it's only 4core and 2GB ram. I don't notice any slow down.
[Android Head-Units] ely.soto:
Maybe an antenna problem? Are you sure you connected it right and provided power to the antenna amplifier if your car has one?
[Android Head-Units] halloj:
The blue cable in your HU harness should be connected to your car antenna amplifier. It's +12 volt out when the HU is powered on.
[Android Head-Units] Flemischguy:
It says Universal support 4G SIM LTE, So it must be supported all the providers that offer 4G

That said... I can't understand that Ownice do not inform people about their new device and explain the many options it has like the 4G frequency bands, does the GPS supports GLONASS and GALILEO, does it have a sun reflective screen, does the DAB support traffic announcements and so on.

Not even a video on youtube like Joying does if they release a new android radio to inform potential costumers.

And the possibility to upgrade to 32 GB storage instead of 16 GB, like Indash did.
[Android Head-Units] CadillacMike:
if you follow cell phones, specifically Android phones, you will see a ton that do not work on Verizon. Hopefully it does work, but I am not getting my hopes up
[Android Head-Units] sun.valeo:
All the details will come after November 11 will be represented as an updated version of C500.
[Android Head-Units] Flemischguy:
What do you mean with that updated version for the C500?
[Android Head-Units] halloj:
Had a message from them today saying can't deliver till end of October, beginning of November.
[Android Head-Units] sun.valeo:
Now sold C 500 4-core processor, just go with 8 cores in November. Naturally there will be changes in the characteristics.
[Android Head-Units] jeky72:
C500

hello everyone I'm new to the forum I joined by searching for the purchase I made C500 4 cores ... I sent a message but no response have taken nine days to ship
[Android Head-Units] vivacious:
Hello

I heard that radio app automatically start when the HU start and no way to change this option, isnt it?

Also cannot close radio app also
[Android Head-Units] Flemischguy:
Where did you hear that? The radio can't be bought yet

Selling starts probably after 11/11/2016
[Android Head-Units] vivacious:
This problem from C300, I am not sure,just need to confirm by someone have used it
[Android Head-Units] leonkernan:
Exactly, I don't know why anyone is buying right now. Better to wait for the AliExpress 11.11 sale and the prices will be much better.

It sounds like most units aren't shipping until after that anyway.
[Android Head-Units] HVB83:
I currently have a KGL MTCD unit that I'm not happy with. I'm tempted by the 8-core unit. Pricing is much higher than most other units, but judging from the pictures it seems these units are being built with more attention to detail.

Anybody got some experience on whether the software provided by Ownice is usually good, or is it he same buggy experience as with the other brands?
[Android Head-Units] andi1203:
where i can buy that? http://www.ownice.com/Pro_Car GPS Navigation System for VW Polo Passat_406.html