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[Android Head-Units] jayo31wexford:
Hello

Hi guys long time lurker on xda it has really helped me alot over the years and finally got my hands on one of these yesterday.

Haven't got a chance to use it much much but first impressions are good I got the 2gb model direct from an Ali express seller.

One thing to note for someone not so experienced when ordering my bmw f10 was built in November 2012 and first registered in january 2013 and is cic interface but screen and connections are nbt 6 pin :) I literally had to send a picture of my connections for the seller to believe me that I needed the 6 pin version.

The model I got does not have the id6 emulation on it is there anywhere I can get a Rom that has this built in?
[Android Head-Units] skynet77:
You don't have ID6 option in setup menu? Which firmware version do you have? You may need to update to new version to get it.

Or you can try using factory.xml file from first post and update just that file from setup menu.
[Android Head-Units] tpaxadpom:
Note that he has Android 7 version not 4.4.
[Android Head-Units] skynet77:
How can you tell? By the amount of RAM?

There's units on AliExpress with 2GB and Android 4.4, and also fake 2GB (actually only 1GB) and still Android 4.4
[Android Head-Units] jayo31wexford:
Sorry my unit is 7.1.1 version and I didn't see anything about id6 in the set up menu but i just got it sorted.

Really impressed with the unit I've one or two niggles that I need to figure out.

My first one is the time settings is hit and miss it could be any time on it when you switch the car on what's the best setting for this?

And My second one I'm not sure if it's a problem with the unit or apps i tried Tom Tom go app and waze and the GPS signal seemed really bad the cars position may not update on the road for up to 30 second sometimes but it seems fine using Google maps??

I'll keep messing about with it and will figure it out in the end but unbelievable upgrade to the car for the price.
[Android Head-Units] kalinkamaen:
If you buy this splitter cable, you can use factory gps antenna on the unit.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Fakra-C-Ma...e=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
[Android Head-Units] plikmuny:
I restored it to working condition by flashing firmware.

Its working. I am happy
[Android Head-Units] diditurbo:
Hi guys,

this avin screen will going to drive me crazy.

I just installed the new one on my 2015 F30, with android 7.1. I had the 6.5 screen.

The android part works well, but when I switch to original bmw system, I'm falling on a weird screen never seen before, my idrive doesn't work at all (wheel and buttons).

On android, only "enter", "menu" and "back" are working.

Can you help me? maybe firmware update? But where to find it?

Thanks !!
[Android Head-Units] kalinkamaen:
Have you been in settings and changed screen layout? You need to choose the right oem unit.

https://youtu.be/5Qc2bUr5z6M?t=1151
[Android Head-Units] diditurbo:
I didn't know that ! Thanks à lot.

Do you know wich idrive should I select too? (20:50)

And model Set?

Thx !
[Android Head-Units] lguodon:
Who can share Android 7.1 firmware?
[Android Head-Units] kalinkamaen:
I am sorry, no. You just need to try.
[Android Head-Units] diditurbo:
Hi,

I just tried the setup menu. In car list I don't have f3X with 6.5" screen.

You have a link to update the firmware or kind of that for the new 7.1 android version?

EDIT

I tried with CCC mode A or B, and differents setting but it remains the same, idrive doesn't works...
[Android Head-Units] diditurbo:
To help anyone in the same case.

BMW F30 2015.

I opened a case with AVIN for my problem described below :

- No sound

- Original BMW nav doesn't works

- idrive wheel doesn't work

They said it's a problem related to optical fiber not connected, but I don't have any fiber, I have a HU_Entrynav with Magneti Marelli MCU that seem to be installed in 2014+ models.

If someone have this kind of unit, without fiber, and the AVIN system, please share your results.

I come back here when AVIN will answer me.
[Android Head-Units] kalinkamaen:
Hello guys, I have a problem with my unit. Its only playing on right channel not on left. What could be wrong?
[Android Head-Units] CleanKM:
Had same problem with mine. It was a first gen. I sent it back with an exchange for second gen.
[Android Head-Units] tpaxadpom:
You need to check the wiring housing. Mine had improperly crimped connector. It was impossible to identify with the voltmeter as I was probing from the back of the connector. Though once I took the pins out it was quiet obvious.
[Android Head-Units] kalinkamaen:
Hello guy, I solved the problem. I connected Aux cable. directly. Now playing on both left and right with good sound quality. Streaming from bluetooth on phone makes sound really bad. Is this due to bad bluetooth hardware on unit?
[Android Head-Units] tpaxadpom:
Make sure that you have stereo sound. In my case people that built the wiring harness made a mistake and swapped left and right channels on hardwiride connection and maintained the connection on Aux port. On e60 if you don't have the USB input you don't need to run Aux as it is directly connected to the headunit. In my case only one left channel was working. When I connected it to aux it shorted left channel to right channel and audio played via both channels but it was left channel content only. Thus my recommendation, validate left channel is routed via left channel and right channel via right channel.

Audio quality should be similar to playing music from usb stick. You may need to reduce audio volume on the unit as it distorts if audio when volume is set to higher than 30 (on hot recorded audio files - close to 0dBFS).
[Android Head-Units] kalinkamaen:
Hello sir, thanks for you advise. This is an E61 without USB. I will check if there is stereo. But what do I do if its not?
[Android Head-Units] kalinkamaen:
Hello guys. I have now tested it. The balancer and fader is working properly. So it should be stereo. Puhhhh!!!
[Android Head-Units] mantrajt:
Hi:

No 7.1 rom extraction for us to try and save our Avin?
[Android Head-Units] aclearersky:
I have asked several people but no-one is willing to give it at this time .They are still kinda new though so hopefully once more people start receiving them one will slip out.
[Android Head-Units] AndroidAutoShop:
We are still waiting on this to be released from the manufacturer. will post it asap.
[Android Head-Units] koutsouk:
This is what you trying to find ?

hxxps://www.myairbridge.com/de/#!/link/ytKjjstCd

7.1 firmware ?

Replace xx with tt
[Android Head-Units] lguodon:
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[Android Head-Units] koutsouk:
Try this

https://www.myairbridge.com/en/#!/email/6hez2RDvdlM
[Android Head-Units] plikmuny:
Is it 4.4.4 based firmware or 7.1 based ?

Is there a fix for no signal issue in this firmware?
[Android Head-Units] koutsouk:
It is 7.1 and I give it to anyone that wants to compile it. As other members say it eliminates the no signal issue in 90%
[Android Head-Units] plikmuny:
Can we flash it onto AliExpress model which I assume it's gen1. Because I bought it 9 months before. So are there any risks of flashing it on a 1GB RAM and 16GB ROM ?

Will it work? I think it slows down further. Do you have 2GB version?

Should we modify this ROM if at all of we want to try it on our device?
[Android Head-Units] lguodon:
ROM/.img 7.1 are able to be unpacked ？
[Android Head-Units] Tnus:
I downloaded the file, put it on a usb as i normally do but doesn’t seem to trigger the install on avin 2nd gen. any ideas? Tried unplugging usb a few times and had it plugged in for a 20 min drive
[Android Head-Units] nomorebigideas:
[MENTION=9311205]Tnus[/MENTION] - I formatted my USB as FAT32 (via Disk Utility / Mac OS X) and copied the px3.img over to the root of the USB. From there you just plug it in to the Avin unit and wait. It takes 30s or so to load. Make sure your drive is formatted correct - must be FAT32

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@everyone

anyone know how to update the CarType.xml config file (taken from p.1 on this thread)?

can't move it to OEM root folder w/o rooting...
[Android Head-Units] nomorebigideas:
[MENTION=731176]Lamia[/MENTION] - have you got an MCU update to go with the 7.1.1 Firmware update? I'm running a Chinese CIC (BMW X3 2011) unit.
[Android Head-Units] Steve-f30:
[MENTION=7264995]nomorebigideas[/MENTION] I downloaded the files. Formatted sticks in FAT32 (MAC OS X) and put the file on there but no luck either. I can see the file in filemanager but it doesn't seem to trigger anything. Do I name the USB stick anything or should I try exFAT?

Also, where can I find the MCU file that is mentioned in the word doc? :)
[Android Head-Units] nomorebigideas:
Don't know about the MCU - asking myself!

Try and format Ex-Fat (or purposely incorrectly formatted for the system - Mac OS X Journaled?) then insert it into the USB plug. After some time, it should say the drive cannot be read and needs formatting. Click through the options and let it format it. Then return to your PC / Mac and drop the PX3.img in the root of that USB. Plug back into the Android USB plug and it should load up automatically after 30 to 60s. That's what I did - more of an accident than process, but it worked.
[Android Head-Units] Steve-f30:
Thanks! Just tried it again but no luck :(

I mounts the usb stick and i can see the file, decided to clean the windows whilst waiting but nothing happened. I have updated before without issue so can’t figure out what to do differently. Do I need to be on a certain version, or is there any way you can force the install?

I currently have 20180315 as the appver and 171208 as the MCU. I have most google services disabled to free up memory and a faster boot but enabling them again also didn’t seem to make a difference. Quite frustrating as I’d like to try the new firmware! Even though the current one is ‘ok’, it can be better!
[Android Head-Units] nomorebigideas:
[MENTION=9273627]Steve-f30[/MENTION]

What size USB are you using? I would opt for a < 4gb and follow the previous instructions (Fat32 OR incorrectly formatted and let Android tell you to format).

This is the latest firmware for the Android 7.1 units - https://www.myairbridge.com/en/#!/link/ItM0o0sFn

I've found it speeds up my system nicely, although I've disabled some stock and and removed any apks I could.

Are you CIC or NBT? If CIC, care to share your MCU?
[Android Head-Units] Steve-f30:
Tried a 4GB stick, 16GB and 32GB so far.. just doesn't want to launch the px3 update file. :(

[MENTION=7264995]nomorebigideas[/MENTION] I got the CIC unit, how do I easily get the MCU off the unit as I don't have it anywhere else.

Just done a factory reset and seems I took 3 steps back in time unfortunately. Now I don't even have the BMW-EVO-ID6 interface anymore.. grrr... Any ideas if I can find those easily online? It all came with the unit but factory install wiped it...!

Only reason for trying to get updates installed is because the bloody thing is so unstable unfortunately. :(
[Android Head-Units] nomorebigideas:
The only way you can do it is via the link above and flash firmware - but you need to use a USB... Catch 22 I'm afraid. I don't know why yours isn't working via USB. Have you checked the cable connection to the back of the unit?

On a separate note, how do you find this unit? Does it work smoothly with your CIC setup? I think the whole thing is a bit crap tbh. My Mic doesn't work, Bluetooth drops out or stops completely and any use of the iDrive control in Android UI seems to also affect the OEM UI...
[Android Head-Units] Steve-f30:
The factory reset brought me back a bit with the firmware.. initially assumed it would just erase my settings! Anyway, I tried the 7.1 firmware again but still no luck. I decided to try the latest 4.4.4 firmware I had before and the update window popped up after 5 seconds, so I assume everything I am doing is ok.. just no idea why it doesn’t recognise the 7.1 firmware.

Also not sure how to updat my modes so I get the ID6 view back?

Otherwise I mainly use it for carplay, and i have similar issues as you mentioned unfortunately.
[Android Head-Units] nomorebigideas:
[MENTION=9273627]Steve-f30[/MENTION] - you don't happen to have a copy of the 4.4.4 firmware do you? I've got a CIC setup... not sure that matters... I might have the latest MCU to share also, waiting on a reply
[Android Head-Units] plikmuny:
Is it possible to flash 7.1 firmware on 4.4.4 based avin units bought from AliExpress ? I am afraid it bricks my device. Any one has done it for us ? Is it safe ?
[Android Head-Units] nomorebigideas:
I'm willing to try the other way around - 7.1.1 can't be rooted at this point, so you may want to hold off until it is...
[Android Head-Units] nomorebigideas:
[MENTION=1007992]everyone[/MENTION] - MCU update for CIC units attached. Disclaimer: I haven't tried this yet but will do shortly.
[Android Head-Units] aclearersky:
Hey make sure you clarify that you installed this new firmware on the new 7.1 unit. I can already see a bunch of people trying to install this on a 4.4 unit and bricking it. Just trying to avoid confusion from people that just glance at the tread and arnt following it.
[Android Head-Units] nomorebigideas:
Fair point - DISCLAIMER - I have a 7.1 unit, therefore all firmware / MCU software I post is only applicable to this unit only (2gb RAM, 32gb HD).
[Android Head-Units] gt2009:
Anybody have the problem that Viper4Audio only works with the stock player when its not in the foreground? It works when I am in the home screen and playing music through the stock player but the moment I open the stock player to view whats playing, Viper goes into unsupported mode. Any ideas?
[Android Head-Units] nomorebigideas:
I haven't used V4A but can say that when playing external audio via BT (i.e. Spotify on phone > Android unit) I can't control the audio from the phone. I think Android BT apk wants priority? Really need to root this thing otherwise it's essentially useless.

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[MENTION=1007992]everyone[/MENTION] - has anyone figured out a way to disable the auto dim brightness feature when headlights are on? surely this is a software switch rather than a hardware function?
[Android Head-Units] nomorebigideas:
Anyone know how to flash / unbrick these units? I've only got a USB connection to it and mine, not an SD.

Without warning (or meddling!) it's loading up on the Android side with 'No Signal' and nothing else. The OEM side looks like it's EGA GFX (for anyone of a certain age). Have checked cables etc.

I have a hard reset button if that's any good...
[Android Head-Units] aclearersky:
I tried to install the 7.1 rom on a avin 4.4.4 unit and it won't go. I attempted both via usb while the device is booted up and also making a flashable sdcard and it just sits at a grey screen. Hopefully someone who knows how to develop roms will jump in because the roms look fairly close in terms of apps and such.
[Android Head-Units] Ifelseforeach:
Google Maps Go - Navigation

The normal Google maps app does not work on the hardware for me. (Lags like hell, totally unusable).

And Google Maps Go (lightweight version) works, however the navigation add-on is only supported on Android 8. Did anybody manage to get it running avin Android 7.1?

If possible I would like to keep it not rooted. Is there maybe a possibility to install the APK via usb debuging from PC?
[Android Head-Units] plikmuny:
Download January update and rename it to update_force.img SMS put it in a usb formatted with FAT32 format.

Then power on the car. It takes 5-10 minutes to flash. Better keep your car running incase it shuts down power in between and you will never get it to working.

Then once done it reboots. You really got to wait, like wait forever. During the flash nothing is visible. Don't think that nothing is happening. Wait for 10 minutes and then you have a working unit. I don't have a January update download link. Bit of you Google it, you will find it. How this helps your situation. Enjoy...
[Android Head-Units] nomorebigideas:
Hey Plikmuny - thanks for this, one question - what do you mean by "SMS" or is this a typo?
[Android Head-Units] plikmuny:
Ja, it's a typo. I wanted to type fast as and. It took as SMS. Sorry

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Can anyone here share the latest Firmware link to download pls. I am talking about 4.4.4 version. I am sure 7.1 is not yet working on 1gb units...or am I wrong ?

Pls correct me and if there is a link to new Firmware pls post here. Thanks
[Android Head-Units] aclearersky:
Welp I managed to get stuck in a bootloop and neither the rockchip sd update tool or the update_force.img is working. Any ideas?
[Android Head-Units] swa0000:
Hi together,

does anybody knows the config file to change the launcher icons (settings) or the button assignments ?

Example :

My car starts by pressing the original Speech recognition button (Steering wheel) the Voice recognition of the car AND the default Nav-App on the android

system.

Example two : i would like to set an icon in the man menu on a default app.

Info :

a) System ist rooted with KingRoot

b) i'm developer (Profession)

Thanks a lot
[Android Head-Units] aclearersky:
The button config file is in all Chinese at least I'm pretty sure

It is the right file. There is a rockchip tool to decrypt the IMG file. I believe the actual launcher tabs are built into the launcher.apk file but I'm not a developer.

On a side note Avin sent me the recovery tool and my radio is now fixed... Note to self don't change the system folders permissions and forget to change them back lol
[Android Head-Units] CleanKM:
Do you mind sharing the recovery tooland explain what you did to get it to function again for the group here? Thanks!
[Android Head-Units] aclearersky:
Sure I can.... I'm at work till 730 am so I'll get it to you tomorrow sometime
[Android Head-Units] aclearersky:
https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B5csZBhSUqg2YUxGTnVZWEpEd2M

https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B5csZBhSUqg2eUZxaWtvLWZDbms

You still need the actual update.img file. There was a program similar to this floating around but it wouldnt work and this did. I dont think thell care that i shared this but I imagine theyd be pissed if i shared the firmware
[Android Head-Units] swa0000:
Thx a lot for the upload.

As i see it, its only a Windows SD-Card creation tool that copies the img file on it.

But where can i find the chinese "right file" and the rockchip decrypt tool to get the launcher.apk ?
[Android Head-Units] CleanKM:
Read my first post.
[Android Head-Units] swa0000:
[MENTION=8556982]CleanKM[/MENTION] : Thx a lot - i got it -

Just missing the right (available) image file for the 4.4 version (BMW F10 / NBT)

Maybe i'm blind - sorry for that :) - do you have a link for me ?

Thx a lot
[Android Head-Units] plikmuny:
Pls share link to latest firmware for 4.4 units. It's no where to be found on internet. Pls upload it to a resumable download link.

Thanks
[Android Head-Units] aclearersky:
Stole this from the f30post avin discussion

Firmware Decrypter tool ( different then the one posted in first post)

https://drive.google.com/open?id=11fKt49NqasaPOWbXPiOqmJ1ifV8VYO1s

This is what i used to decrypt the apk files

https://xdaforums.com/android/software-hacking/tool-apk-easy-tool-v1-02-windows-gui-t3333960

This is the one i use its a little different then then the one in the first post but it still accomplishes the same goals i believe. I think its in the Config.ini file but i can't read chinese so im kind of just guessing based on my very limited experience with android.

FYI I dont own nor did i create any of these files Im just attempting to get a centralized location where all of them can be found at
[MENTION=8556982]CleanKM[/MENTION] you can add my google drive links to the main page so people dont have to search through 38 pages of stuff
[Android Head-Units] swa0000:
[MENTION=2422256]aclearersky[/MENTION]

thx
[Android Head-Units] CleanKM:
Done.
[Android Head-Units] kalinkamaen:
Is it normal that these units always reboots when powering off car? Even a 5 min small stop and I have to wait 1 minute for reboot!
[Android Head-Units] gt2009:
sadly yes
[Android Head-Units] spyder8:
Is the boot always that long or is it just this version? Would the 2Gb version make it faster?

Also I was wondering whether anyone was able to test the split-screen mode of Android 7.1.2? Is the performance acceptable?
[Android Head-Units] doublespaces:
Can someone confirm they have been able to use the Android Blueooth section? They have their own bluetooth for audio/calls but I can't seem to get the Android portion working so I can pair other devices like OBD2 dongle, keyboard, etc.

Also, my unit gets a lot of static when music is not playing. Anyone else?
[Android Head-Units] kevflynn@gmail.com:
Had same issue. (error 106 when installing google play apps). Seems there is a conflict when installing apps on older sytsems(this one).

Solution: in Settings/Backup & Restore uncheck the "Automatic restore(When reinstalling an app, restore backed up settings and data)".

After I uncheck this my apps installed without Error 106
[Android Head-Units] gt2009:
I did some digging into the launcher APK. And it seems like the shortcuts are hardcoded into the /com/szchoiceway/index/EventUtils.java

e.g.

public static final String MUSIC_MODE_CLASS_NAME = "com.szchoiceway.musicplayer.MainActivity";
public static final String MUSIC_MODE_PACKAGE_NAME = "com.szchoiceway.musicplayer";
public static final String MUSIC_NAVI_MODE_CLASS_NAME = "com.szchoiceway.navigation.MusicSetActivity";
public static final String MUSIC_NAVI_MODE_PACKAGE_NAME = "com.szchoiceway.navigation";
public static final String NAV_MODE_CLASS_NAME = "com.szchoiceway.navigation.MainActivity";
public static final String NAV_MODE_PACKAGE_NAME = "com.szchoiceway.navigation";
[Android Head-Units] grbspecb:
Do i need to root to disable say ez browser
[Android Head-Units] CleanKM:
Should be able to do it without. Open the Android settings and goto applications, then scroll over to all. Find the program, stop it, then disable.
[Android Head-Units] grbspecb:
deleted, double post error.

Thank you.
[Android Head-Units] daxtor:
Did you try getting the mirroring app to work at all? I am still thinking it may be worthwhile to give it a try as I can still use things like Android Auto if I want.
[Android Head-Units] CleanKM:
I did not have luck mirroring my phone (iPhone 7 plus) with developer beta iOS or the GM of iOS 11. I can see where it might be useful for Android, but it was worthless to me on iPhone.
[Android Head-Units] online10:
Seems to be luck of the draw with this thing.
[Android Head-Units] daxtor:
[MENTION=8556982]CleanKM[/MENTION] do you have any trouble installing apps from Google play after getting the August update? I have trouble doing that and the error code is always - 106. I am totally clueless why and may have to revert back to the July update. ?