[MTCD Android Head Units General] Skratchuk:
Hello all,

I would like to start a thread discussing Xtron PB7646BP for BMW e46 ONLY to help anyone with this unit get the correct MCU and firmware.

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Description

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7" HD Digital Octa-Core 64bit 32GB + 2G RAM Android 6.0 Multi Touch Screen Car DVD Player Custom Fit for BMW E46 | Rover 75 | MG ZT

32G ROM | 2G RAM | TPMS | OBD2 | 4G | DAB+ | Screen Mirroring Function | Full RCA Output

•Applicable Models & Years

For BMW E46 4-door Sedan (1998-2005), E46 2-door Coupé (1999-2006), E46 2-door Convertible (1999-2006), E46 5-door Touring (1999-2005), E46 3-door Hatchback (2000- 2004), E46 M3 (2000-2006), Rover 75 (1999-2005), MG ZT (2001-2005)

Face Panel: 250*120mm

Although we have made every effort to ensure this unit will be compatible with the listed vehicles, please check the year, dimensions and shape of the center console of your vehicles before purchasing.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

1. Please check your car's center console and see whether there is an air-conditioning cover, if there is, you can remove it to the container and then install XTRONS PB7646BP in your car perfectly.

2. If your car's original radio is 4.3" or 7" screen with 12 pins plug, or you have the navigation drive located in the rear of your car, you need to order an extra 6m extension cable to aid for the installation. (Both XTRONS EXL005 & EXL007 are compatible).

3. Please note that if your radio harness is 17 pins and the 4 pins indicated are empty, this unit can NOT fit with your car.

4. If you want to install this unit in your Rover 75 (1999-2005), MG ZT (2001-2005) vehicles, you need to cut the trimming of PB7646BP in both sides and order an extra ISO wiring harness from us. (XTRONS AK/PF7546BAP/ISOCBL02 is compatible, need it, please order it from XTRONS website).

Caution: Please make sure that all the functions operate properly before trimming.

5. Please check whether your car's radio antenna port is in the car's trunk, if it is, you need to order a radio antenna extension cable and an antenna adapter to finish the installation. (XTRONS ANT001 and ICE/ACS/13-116 are compatible).

6. If there is DSP (Digital Sound Processing) button in your factory radio, or your car has digital sound system such as "Harman Kardon" or "Bose", you will need to modify speaker wires, This unit will work with car speakers directly, and your DSP or digital sound system will NOT work.

•Android 6.0 Marshmallow

The PB7646BP is powered by the latest Android 6.0 Marshmallow operating system. This means an even faster and smoother user experience, much more powerful than any of the previous in-vehicle infotainment systems ever produced.

•The Most Powerful Hardware in Industry Ever

1. Octa-Core 64bit Processor

The Octa-Core 64 bit is a new generation of high-end processors. Its eight core configuration allows for the achievement of ultra-fast running speeds with a smooth and efficient multi-task processing ability, satisfying even the most tech savvy users.

First Time Boot: 10 Seconds Faster

Second Time Power On: Less Than 1 Second (Compared to the Quad-core System).

2. 32GB ROM + 2GB RAM

Giving you more space and faster speed to download your favorite Apps, play 3D games and watch movies in a smooth and fluid manner.

Premium Radio Module for Vehicle Industry: NXP6686 Strong anti-interference ability, good radio signal receiving.

Power Amplifier Chip: TDA7851 High-fidelity and powerful audio effects.

Laser Head: Hitachi 1200XH, good compatibility, durable

•High Definition Video Experience

1. Supports 4K Video Format

4K has arrived and is ready to replace 1080P as the highest definition video format. This allows for the playing of games or watching of videos without missing any details due to the high definition.

2. 1024*600 High Resolution, Multi-touch Screen

The 1024*600 high pixel density provides amazingly vibrant video and visual effects, while the multi-touch screen offers a remarkably fluid and intuitive operation.

•Smarter User Interface (UI) Design

The all new intuitively desined UI enables the driver easy and fast operation that with the layout in such as way that offer convenient access to all functions.

Selections such as music and radio can be operated with ease from the home screen.

One button acceleration helps you clear the cache and speed up the performance.

•Connecting and Sharing without Boundry

1. Screen Mirroring Function

Screen mirroring allows you to mirror your phone's screen to the PB7646BP. You can choose to read messages or watch videos directly on the screen of this head unit instead of on your phone. Just connect your phone and go.

Note: Please note that not all smartphones are compatible with this screen mirroring function.

2. Full RCA Output

Get together with your friends and utilize the full spectrum of the features and the entertainment simultaneously on the PB7646BP via the RCA output function to other monitors.

PB7646BP: Everything can be shared on the other monitors.

Others: Only DVD can be shared on the other monitors.

3. Dual Zone Function

The XTRONS PB7646BP supports DVD background playing, which allows you to navigate, listen to the radio or make hands-free phone calls whilst your kids are watching DVD via the backseat monitors, all at the same time.

•Bring Convenience & Safety to your Journey

1. Bluetooth 4.0

Access your smartphones phonebook, call logs, search contacts via name or numbers, make hands free calls, display unanswered calls and listen to your music via the latest Bluetooth 4.0.

Hands Free Calls

Bluetooth Music

2. Online Maps, Free to Navigate

Different online maps such as Google Map, iGO, Sygic, Waze and many more, are readily available for download onto this head unit. Your journeys will no longer be troubled by the nightmare of getting lost and with the added convenience of having a large display and great viewing angle.

Please note that this unit doesn't come with a GPS map and the navigation software has to be downloaded from the Google Play Store.

3. Steering Wheel Control Ready (CANbus Box Provided)

Take control of the music or use the hands-free calling function for safety to and concentrate on the road ahead. This head unit's steering wheel control (SWC) works with vehicles with a digital SWC.

•Extended Functions for more Enjoyable Use

1. Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) is Available

After having correctly installed the TPMS to your car wheels, the sensors will automatically monitor tire pressure and temperature, and transmit real-time statistics to the receiver so that you can view real-time data of your vehicles' tires on the head unit display.

Note: Tire pressure monitoring receiver system is not included (XTRONS TPMS01 is compatible). Need it, inquire with us now!

Please ensure that you have installed the 4 sensors to activate the TPMS function.

2. OBD2 - A Window for you to Diagnose your Car Status

With the OBD2 function available on this unit, you are able to retrieve realtime data and trouble codes from your vehicles computer. The data obtained from your vehicle is presented in an easy to read format.

Note: OBD2 isn't included (XTRONS OBD02 is compatible). Need it, inquire with us now!

3. DAB+ Tuner Ready

Enjoy Audiophile-level Sound in your Car

After connecting a USB radio receiver stick via the USB port, you can enjoy better sound quality and stronger signal to many digital audio broadcasting channels.

DAB+ radio receiver stick (Optional), XTRONS USBDAB01 is compatible. Need it, inquire with us now!

4. Faster Wireless with WiFi or 4G

Built-in WiFi Module

Accessing the Internet using your mobile device as a hotspot.

4G Internet Sharing

By connecting XTRONS 3GDONG008 or 4GDONG001 with a SIM card to the head unit, you will be able to surf the Internet and even share it with all mobile devices in your car via the built-in WiFi.

Note: Other 3G/4G dongles may not compatible with this unit.

•Elaborate Backside Design

The newly designed heat sink and connectors maximise the capability of an andriod unit while keep the wires simple and tidy at installation.

Customised Connector: Plug & go connectors are designed to match the original socket, easy installation and hassel-free.

Automative Standard GPS / Radio Antenna Port: FAKRA connectors are designed to perform up to 3 GHz to meet the automative mechanical and environmental requirements.

Thickened Aluminum Heat Sink: Specially designed for efficient heat dissipation.

•Optional Accessories to Perfect your User Experience

Optional Accessories to make the stereo better suited to your needs.

1. 4G& 3G

Browse the Internet on the go with ease with either a 4G or 3G dongle (Optional).

XTRONS 4GDONG001 (for 4G Internet) and 3GDONG008 (for 3G Internet) are compatible.

2. OBD2

OBD02 (Optional) allows you to keep up to date with your vehicles diagnostics and information functions available, thus allowing you to monitor your vehicles status.

The XTRONS OBD02 is compatible.

3. DVR

External DVR (Optional) helps to record your journeys for added peace of mind, ultimately improving your safety and security on our busy roads.

XTRONS DVR015, DVR017 and DVR022 are compatible

4. MIC

External Microphone (Optional) makes the hands free Bluetooth easier and safer, as callers are able to hear you with improved clarity.

XTRONS MIC001 & MIC002 are compatible

5. CAMERA

Reversing camera (Optional) ensures safe and more accurate reversing, ultimately adding to your safety on the road.

Supports NTSC / PAL signal input

XTRONS Universal Reversing Camera Series and BMW vehicle specific cameras are compatible.

6. KEYBOARD

The external keyboard (Optional) makes the input of commands information much easier, fleixible and more convenient.

The XTRONS AMK003 is compatible.

7. DAB+

DAB+ tuner (Optional) helps you get better sound quality and stronger receiving digital audio broadcasting, thus you can enjoy the best radio programme without distortion.

XTRONS USBDAB01 is compatible

Please check to ensure your countries support DAB. For the countries support DAB, please check - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Countries_using_DAB/DMB

8. TPMS

TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System, Optional) helps you monitor your tire pressure and temperature to increase your driving safety.

XTRONS TPMS01 is compatible

•Other Features that Enrich your In-Car Entertainment

1. Built-in Radio Tuner (RDS Enabled)

(18 FM and 12 AM stations Preset)

2. Built-in USB & SD Slot

32GB (the max files in the USB & SD card should be within 8GB)

3. Region Free DVD Player

Compatible Formats: CD-Audio, CD-Video, CD-ROM, DVD-Audio, DVD-Video, DVD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD＋R, DVD＋RW, DVD-RAM, Double layer DVD＋R.

4. Customize Your Themes

17 kinds of static themes, 4 dynamic themes, Custom yourself

5. 4*48W Surround Sound

Pop, Rock, Jazz, Classical, Flat, User, Voice

6. Supports Multiple Menu Languages

English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Portugese, Russian, Dutch, Polish, Japanese, Simplified & Traditional Chinese, Arabic, and many more. Over 70 language are available in total.

•Size:

Head Unit: 178.5*155*50mm

Face Panel: 250*30*120mm

•Accessories:

2 x ISO Wiring Harness

1 x USB Adapter Cable

1 x GPS Antenna

1 x User Manual

1 x USB Cable

1 x CANbus Box

2 x RCA Cables

1 x Microphone & Camera Cable

My default Build and MCU version

BUILD NUMBER at time of posting (px5-userbug 6.0.1 MXC89L user.hct.20170506.095732 test-keys)

MCU (MTCD_GS_V2_43_1)

ANDROID VERSION (6.0.1)

So if you have this unit please feel free to join in.

Hopefully this will help others in the future.