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[MTCD Android Head Units General] jlbooth:
You can get wireless AA using an app called Headunit Reloaded. It's an inexpensive paid for app. However it works quite well and is developed by recognized XDA devloper @Emil Borconi who also developed a hardware solution AAWireless.

Headunit Reloaded is still being maintained and is updated regularly. It can be purchased on Google Play store. For more info:

Headunit Reloaded:

[Android 4.1+] HeadUnit Reloaded for Android Auto with Wifi

This Threader is a Spin-off of the original: [Android 4.1+] Headunit for Android Auto - 160117 - Self Mode+ other fixes, x86, 720p by the late :crying: @mikereidis. App links: https://www.b3itlabs.com/prod.php?id=1 PlayStore...

xdaforums.com

WirelessAA:

https://xdaforums.com/t/aawireless-general-discussion-and-support.4247677/
[MTCD Android Head Units General] Takeshikovacs99:
Thanks but they ain’t shipping it in india currently and I’m not sure it will support in future os 🥲
[MTCD Android Head Units General] hector_yo:
I've bought a tesla style radio from phoenix for my car. The radio has ZLink built in.

When I use Android Auto with it, if I toogle my headlights, google maps does not change between day and night mode.

With the stock radio, Android Auto was working fine.

Is Zlink supposed to detect when to change to night mode?
[MTCD Android Head Units General] Apollon2:
I can only say for apple carplay via zlink app that it works. There is a setting in zlink for that.

However you should test whether google maps on the head unit (not on the phone!!) does switch between day and night to determine if your canbus delivers that information.
[MTCD Android Head Units General] graycorgi:
This only recently started working for me in Zlink. I want to say the 4.0.17 or .19 version was when I noticed it started working. And it still doesn't work 100% - if I turn the car on and the headlights are already on (for example at night time) Zlink still shows map in daytime mode. I have to turn the lights off and back on for it to go to night mode.
[MTCD Android Head Units General] iagobkstar:
It was working for me before that, I'd say it's been working since the first version that came preinstalled with my radio (I believe 4.0.7...? not sure) However, here it's mandatory to use headlights even during daytime in some situations (under bridges, inside tunnels and when driving on a road during maintenance, among others), so I've had it disabled this whole time. Can't say for sure if any update broke it for me, as I've also jumped to 4.0.14 and then 4.0.17 (now 4.0.19 from Malaysk). It was definitely working in 4.0.17 is working in 4.0.19.
[MTCD Android Head Units General] PaulieP:
Not necessarily true. Doesn't matter if the dongles are apple certified or not as the Chinese have made industries around reverse engineering.

This is no different, the only thing that matters is that you get a dongle that is supported and receives regular updates. Probably the ones that get the most frequent updates, and also happen to be knocked off as well in a bit of irony, are the ones from Carlinkit.

You can find them sold on eBay and on AliExpress with no problem for around 30 bucks. Out of all the dongles, they are well worth it if you get one of the real ones, as the company updates both the client app for your head unit, as well as the firmware on the dongle on a fairly regular basis, nearly all of the other no names you are out of luck if Apple changes or there are showstopper bugs.
[MTCD Android Head Units General] mike389:
I'm having an issue with my ZLink app as well. The version looks to be 4.0.6, the android auto wireless on the unit was working fine for a while but not only connect sporadically. My phone is the Samsung Galaxy S10+. Does anyone know how I could remedy the issue.

Thanks!
[MTCD Android Head Units General] ikerg:
How do you guys get the android auto wireless feature?

I have a px6 unit and my zlink app (4.0.x) does not shows any possibility for AA wireless.

Which hardware is required? Is a license issue? Perhaps my serial.number is tied to a previous license in which no wireless AA is included?
[MTCD Android Head Units General] jlbooth:
There's no guarantee that future compatibility will always be there. Apple and Google both have the ability to render any device they deem not certified or "approved" to no longer work. I've seen this happen many times with Android Auto. Google can change things on their end to influence the user experience per user anytime they desire.

They do have to maintain compatibility with the auto makers and brand name head unit makers who pay money to keep both the car radios and the software from the phone side "compatible." There's really no monetary benefit to Apple nor Google to keep their car/phone projection technology working for any of the dongles, apps, and whatever compatible long term.

I agree that, yes you can find dongles and things that might work for the short term but again, there's no guarantee these will work as long as the person buying the devices want them to work.

I guess your mileage may vary. I say, enjoy while it works.
[MTCD Android Head Units General] iagobkstar:
Yet I haven't heard many complaints (other than yours and one other user's - from you two I have found too many) in this forum about such a situation... I understand what you mean, but it seems Zlink has been able to provide stable support for a long time. Even 3.X.XX versions are still fully compatible with wired Android Auto without issues (I tried it myself recently when installing Malaysk rom on my headunit). I'm not accusing you of scaremongering, just that it hasn't happened yet, so perhaps it is not true that Google has any interest in breaking Android Auto.
[MTCD Android Head Units General] jlbooth:
Maybe I'm just outspoken on the topic and I too have wasted money on head units and even an Android Auto dongle that no longer works.

Not that Google would intentionally "break" compatibility for the sake of breaking, but there's no incentive for them or Apple to maintain compatibility. I try to stay realistic on this subject. That's all I'm suggesting and just saying to buy with caution because the purchase could become worthless in short order.

Also Zlink and any of the dongle developers will always be playing catch up with Google and/or Apple. Which I agree that ZLink perhaps has done a better job than most in keeping compatibility.

Words like "scaremongering" have no place on the subject nor in the context of my posts.
[MTCD Android Head Units General] sinner1976:
Hello. Please work link for 4.0.17 🙏
[MTCD Android Head Units General] masrenidrag:
I have a Dasaita max6 HU and have updated the zlink APK to 4.0.21 and tried several earlier versions, none of which allow me to use android auto wireless.

I do not get the second AA wireless symbol in the Zlink app.

Any help appreciated.Thanks
[MTCD Android Head Units General] MarcoZ76:
Someone has Zlink 4.0.23 link to download?

Thanks in advance
[MTCD Android Head Units General] ikerg:
I am on the same boat as you are....no Wireless AA. I don't know how others have this feature activated. It seems to be more license related
[MTCD Android Head Units General] ikerg:
Zlink 4.0.32:

Zippyshare.com - [now defunct] Free File Hosting
[MTCD Android Head Units General] ikerg:
I asked Dasaita. It seems that max6 units have the old interface connection to Zlink and only the new IC is capable.for wireless AA
[MTCD Android Head Units General] graycorgi:
I have a MAX6 that I upgraded to Android 10 and wireless AA works for me (though a little laggy since the wifi on the MAX6 tops out at 72mbps).
[MTCD Android Head Units General] ikerg:
When did you buy it?

I think my max6 has the first generation of zlink Carplay+AA interface

But I am on android 9 ..... so perhaps is related to android version?

Someone in hal9k android 9 with wireless AA working?
[MTCD Android Head Units General] graycorgi:
Around end of 2019
[MTCD Android Head Units General] masrenidrag:
I bought my max6 unit end of 2019 as well.

Running malaysk, android 9 and zlink 4.0.21 and I don't have wireless AA.

Is there anyone running wireless AA on android 9?

Thanks
[MTCD Android Head Units General] ikerg:
Mine is from February 2020
[MTCD Android Head Units General] Apollon2:
Where exactly do i put it on the head unit?
[MTCD Android Head Units General] lowrider001:
how do you go about rooting the head unit as i think my zlink is v2.5 something... ive tried to find out how to root the head unit before but i cant ever seem to get it to work
[MTCD Android Head Units General] iagobkstar:
Couldn't access it, the link seems broken. Would it be possible to reupload it? Thanks so much!
[MTCD Android Head Units General] iagobkstar:
If you already have Zlink 4.x.xx, you can just install it on top as any other apk. Open it with the file browser of your preference and follow the apk installer through.
[MTCD Android Head Units General] ikerg:
It is not broken. It seems zippyshare is not accessible from some countries. Use VPN
[MTCD Android Head Units General] iagobkstar:
You're absolutely right. Thank you very much!
[MTCD Android Head Units General] Apollon2:
Does there exist a changelog for zlink anywhere?

As my 4.0.17 is working properly I hesitate to install a new version unless there are game changing changes.

Or does at least has anyone experiences on the new version, e.g. compatibility to ios15(beta)?

Thanks!
[MTCD Android Head Units General] iagobkstar:
There's no changelog. However, it has been reported that versions 4.0.23+ connect substantially quicker. I was running 4.0.19 and had given up on android auto wireless, as it can sometimes be unreliable. Additionally, after driving for a couple hours, my phone gets pretty hot and performance drops. So, I was connecting the cable every time, taking about ~10 s since startup.

After updating to 4.0.32, I didn't notice any speedup with USB whatsoever. To be honest, it was sufficiently fast before, and I just wanted to fix a bug that drives me mad and has been there for ages: after using Google Assistant, the volume drops so you need to use Google Assistant again and cancel to regain full volume - this bug hasn't been fixed in 4.0.32. Wireless connection does seem faster, about ~15 s since startup. However, I believe I'll keep using it wired, as it's just more reliable (it connects every single time), doesn't drain my battery and my phone runs cooler, making it perform much better.

So, if you use wireless android auto I'd say it's totally worth updating, you will shave 5 to 15 seconds at startup and maybe it'll be more reliable. Otherwise, save your time, 4.0.17 is perfectly fine.
[MTCD Android Head Units General] MarcoZ76:
Hi! Seems you are expert, do you know how to update Zlink? I have already the apk file (4.0.32) and my system is PX6 with Hal9K v5 so it's already rooted. Could you gently point me step by step how to install? Thanks in advance
[MTCD Android Head Units General] iagobkstar:
Delete the installed apk in the odm folder (use search function with a root-enabled file browser) and then install the apk for 4.0.32. Be extremely careful and do this at your own discretion. Messing with system files can go wrong, very wrong, so read how to access your recovery first and try doing it in case you brick your unit.

Another option is using Titanium backup to first backup the old apk, then remove it and finally install the apk.

Malaysk rom explicitly says you must not touch odm, vendor and system folders, so if you're using that rom PLEASE DO NOT DO IT or you will soft brick your unit - save yourself the trouble. Hal9k rom seem to be fine, I've done it myself.

PS: I am by no means an expert! I've just messed a lot with Android phones and tablets in the past. In terms of car units I'm a total noob.
[MTCD Android Head Units General] RupeThereItIs:
Since there's no change log, can anyone confirm that in 4.0.32 zLink still doesn't support multitouch?

I'm switching my wife's android stereo over to Headunit Reloaded because she can't pinch to zoom the map in zLink (4.0.14), but I'd MUCH rather use zLink if it DID support multitouch in some future revision.
[MTCD Android Head Units General] iagobkstar:
I believe that's not Zlink's problem, but a design choice of Android Auto. It's not meant to be your phone. Android Auto doesn't even require a touchscreen, it can be used with a joystick/arrows. This has definitely not changed in 4.0.32, so save yourself the trouble if that's the only problem for you.

If you want a fully featured GPS app, I'd rather recommend you install Waze or Sygic in your headunit and use bluetooth network sharing (you must enable the tab in both your phone's bluetooth settings and in the radio factory settings), so when you get in the car the HU has some sort of internet connection instantly. It's limited to ~1mbps but that's more than enough for GPS.
[MTCD Android Head Units General] RupeThereItIs:
Thanks, disappointing.

No, it is definitely zLink's problem. My Ford with built in Android Auto supports multitouch, as does the Headunit Reloaded app I'm replacing zLink with. Every car I've rented that supports Android Auto also supports multitouch... it's a very weird omission on the part of zLink.
[MTCD Android Head Units General] iagobkstar:
I've definitely seen cars without pinch to zoom, but perhaps it's something that Zlink have decided not to implement or haven't thought about. I've read in other forums that actual certified Android Auto radios (such as Pioneer ones) also generally do not support pinch to zoom.
[MTCD Android Head Units General] slayer35:
can anyone share the most updated zlink apk? thanks
[MTCD Android Head Units General] ikerg:
Read a little bit on this thread
[MTCD Android Head Units General] Nickpap89:
Hello guys. Just bought a Lenovo Oem head unit for my Renault Clio. When I open zlink CarPlay seems to work just fine. But after a few seconds it stops working. I get an error message “CarPlay register failed”. So I reopen the app and it works again for a few seconds . This happens again and again. Have tried both wireless and wired. Zlink version is 3.8.4 if I remember well. Anyone had this problem?
[MTCD Android Head Units General] ikerg:
How you guys disconnect from zlink carplay? When going back by pressing the "automobile" button on carplay it disconnects bluetooth from.iphone when I wanted is to disconnect carplay but leave bluetooth connection to still using the android headunit
[MTCD Android Head Units General] goekk:
Hi, I have just bought a Allwinner T3 P1 android head unit - seems to be android v10. But When I try to install Zlink I got an error message: missed channel or something like this! This means that my headunit do not support carplay? or I do mistake?
[MTCD Android Head Units General] iagobkstar:
You need to connect your radio to the internet the first time you open it. Use your phone as wifi hotspot and connect the usb, it should fix it.
[MTCD Android Head Units General] iagobkstar:
If your radio came without Zlink, odds are it's not compatible. It's not know for sure whether it's a licensing issue from Zlink or there is some extra hardware Zlink enabled radios have, but it just won't work.
[MTCD Android Head Units General] Nickpap89:
Thank you for your answer. Already did it. It has been activated succesfully when i opened it first time and connected it to the internet. Did a factory reset and activated again. But the problem persisted. Carplay works for about 40 to 70 seconds each time. Then this error comes up and closes. I click on the "about" section and is says that activation is succesful. So i guess it may be an error of Zlink and this version?
[MTCD Android Head Units General] Trist0n:
Attempting to update Zlink on my Joying, which came with wireless carplay support via zlink. It’s an old 3.x version, and updating to their latest firmware doesn’t update the app. Manually uninstalling it and installing one of the newer versions from this thread just nets an “ERROR: Channel Mismatch” code on the Z link screen. Ideas?
[MTCD Android Head Units General] marchnz:
Is it an MTCD device
[MTCD Android Head Units General] Trist0n:
Attached the info from device settings
[MTCD Android Head Units General] ikerg:
Your unit is not an MTCD unit so you are posting on an incorrect thread.

I am supposing that zlink has different versions of software depending on the vendor (in this case is HCT for mtcd units) so that could be the reason of the channel mismatch...

All zlink apk versions here published are extracted from mtcd roms so they seen to be incompatible with your unit. Ask joying for a zlink apk update or ask joying to include a updated Link apk into the new rom.....or...simply...go to joying threads and do a search there.
[MTCD Android Head Units General] Droidnovo:
Zlink for mitsubishi pajero, montero o shogun tesla style head unit https://www.dropbox.com/s/iyn9u8cf7k3igcn/zlink-wla-a-zhuoxw-release-v4.0.16_jg.apk?dl=0
[MTCD Android Head Units General] Droidnovo:
Zlink for mitsubishi pajero tesla head unit https://www.dropbox.com/s/iyn9u8cf7k3igcn/zlink-wla-a-zhuoxw-release-v4.0.16_jg.apk?dl=0
[MTCD Android Head Units General] ikerg:
I appreciate that you send zlink app, but this thread is for mtcd units.....MTCD software is made by hct (HengChangTong). The zlink version you shared is for Zhuoxw software makers (what zlink calls Channel - refers to vendor channel)

If people with mtcd unit uses your zlink app it will be unusable (error in channel). please post on the thread corresponding to your unit type.

I posted on previous posts a more recent version 4.0.32 of zlink for hct vendor (mtcd units)
[MTCD Android Head Units General] Hennawy:
I have zlink v 4.0.20 and the android auto wireless icon is on the interface but ican't make it work, can anyone assist me ?
[MTCD Android Head Units General] ikerg:
You have to pair by bluetooh first your phone and headunit.

Then when launching zlink....the headunit automatically shares wifi hotspot connection from the headunit. You must ensure your phone is connecting to that hot spot connection.

Usually everything is done automatically.

Then wait for the connection occurred....

Usually it is recommended that the first time phone and headunit should be connected by wire in order the phone and android auto set up correctly
[MTCD Android Head Units General] Hennawy:
Thanks for your reply,

I 've tried the wired connection first and it's working fine, i did like what you said connected my phone to the Bluetooth of the headunit and the hotspot from the headunit also i get this notification on my mobile (attached) but zlink is still on the waiting screen
[MTCD Android Head Units General] blaster2020:
Hello,

Wondering if anyone can help.

Having Zlink CarPlay issues connecting to my MAX6 Android 9 unit for a few weeks and I can't figure what is happening. The latest update is "HA3_rk3399_9.0_ota(20210610)升级包.zip". That too I am not sure anymore.

I have Zlink Ver: 4.0.25 not sure if this is even the latest version. My CAR-KIT Bluetooth is connected but the Zlink screen is displaying as 'Waiting'. I have tried many times by disconnecting the Bluetooth enabling by pairing '0000' rebooted my phone million times and the unit itself. Sometimes I see the Apple Logo trying to connect then goes right back to 'Waiting'.

Don't understand why it can't connect.

Thanks
[MTCD Android Head Units General] yildizomer89:
Hi,

There was a ZLİNK application on the device in my vehicle. The application was deleted in a way that I could not understand. Can you help me to reinstall it? What should I do?
[MTCD Android Head Units General] marchnz:
Is it an MTCD type head unit

What does reseller suggest when contacted for support
[MTCD Android Head Units General] ikerg:
In mtcd systems the zlink app is hidden if you select "no" under zlink option on the factory settings

Perhaps you played with the options there
[MTCD Android Head Units General] jdmrcf:
Hi, does anybody have the apk to the newest version of Zlink? I accidentally deleted Zlink from my unit and tried installing older versions but just got the error CHANNEL-MISS-MATCH!
[MTCD Android Head Units General] ikerg:
What unit do you have?

Can you post mcu type.and version?
[MTCD Android Head Units General] jdmrcf:
I have an Android headunit for the Lexus made by these guys (http://www.carsyso.com/). I am currently on Android 10 right now so every APK I download for Zlink won't work. I am trying to find an APK that works with Android 10. I attached images below of my system specs.
[MTCD Android Head Units General] ikerg:
Go to post 319
[MTCD Android Head Units General] jdmrcf:
Where can I find the latest version for Zhuoxw?
[MTCD Android Head Units General] marchnz:
Is it an MTCD type unit
[MTCD Android Head Units General] jdmrcf:
Im not sure since im not very savvy with this stuff but I posted the specs of my unit above #329 post.
[MTCD Android Head Units General] ikerg:
Not in this thread... here only for HTC units (mtcd type mcu)

Is like you entering in a samsung forum asking for a firmware for your xiaomi phone.
[MTCD Android Head Units General] jdmrcf:
Why do you have to quote me 8 times? Theres a reason why im asking where I can find it. I don't have any knowledge on this type of stuff. Just trying to find a solution and this thread is called ZLINK APP....
[MTCD Android Head Units General] graycorgi:
And this thread is in the "MTCD Android Head Units General" section. You do not have an MTCD/E unit so you should not be asking here. You can tell because your MCU version does not start with MTCD or MTCE. This thread is only for discussion on ZLink for MTCD/E head units.

Non-MTCx units can post here: https://xdaforums.com/f/android-head-units.4267/
[MTCD Android Head Units General] yildizomer89:
I don't know much about the unit type. How can I check which type it is?
[MTCD Android Head Units General] Hennawy:
I have an MTCH head unit, i don't know if this is the right thread or not.

I can't connect android auto wirelessly, i connect my phone to the hu using bluthooth and the zlink app opens and is on waiting screen and doesn't connect, i have zlink v 4.0.20 and i have the wirless android auto icon on the zlink app.
[MTCD Android Head Units General] ikerg:
You are on the right thread (MTCD, MTCE & the newest MTCH). What did answer your seller/manufacturer support on how to proceed?.
[MTCD Android Head Units General] Hennawy:
The seller don't know :) , and i tried to email the zjinnova who developed the zlink but i didn't hear from them yet.
[MTCD Android Head Units General] Apollon2:
Hi,

has anyone experience with zlink and ios15? Are there any issues? Which version of zlink is working?

I‘m hesitating to update my iphone…

Thanks!
[MTCD Android Head Units General] blaster2020:
Many problems don't update and getting support from them is useless. Good luck.
[MTCD Android Head Units General] byorkouk89:
Hi, I have android 10 head unit and Zlink app. But my zlink have wired and wireless carplay. But I have xiaomi smartphone. Zlink setting have android auto but not have android auto. I want to wired or wireless add this zlink app. How do I?
[MTCD Android Head Units General] ikerg:
Revise your message as I didn't understand if your zlink supports for android auto or not.

1)your zlink app must support for android auto. If not...I dint think you could solve it by means of software update.... what zlink version do you have?

2)You must have android auto installed on your phone.

If your xoaomi phone shows error for android auto then search on Google how to solve it
[MTCD Android Head Units General] byorkouk89:
My zlink app v3. Devices not access update. I need android auto licence. Where I buy?
[MTCD Android Head Units General] ikerg:
What unit do you have?

What mcu version and manufacturer?
[MTCD Android Head Units General] byorkouk89:
My Zlink v3.6.26. Only carplay. Bu I want to add android auto
[MTCD Android Head Units General] ikerg:
Did you contact zlink? Did you contact your seller?

Zlink is a private app which license is managed by unit manufacturers

It seems not to be an mtcd based unit...isn't it? This thread is for zlink on mtcd units.