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[MTCD Software Development] CepoSK:
No we didn't payed for the updates, we payed for the possibility of OTA updates and we supported the developer's project (

) so you demand something you are not entitled to. When Hal releases new update you will get them through OTA, which you payed for. If he wont release any new updates you are still getting what you payed for. And im ok with that.
[MTCD Software Development] SepulRise:
What it means to you "we payed for the possibility of OTA updates and we supported the developer's project"?
[MTCD Software Development] CepoSK:
That there's a server up for OTAs to download from and that the dev gets back at least some of his free time, that he invested in the project, in form of money (really small portion).

And what does it mean to you?
[MTCD Software Development] exCat:
And how do you know that?
[MTCD Software Development] typos1:
Because he has said so and he has worked on all previous versions of Android for MTCD/E units. Be patient . . . or start your own ROM.
[MTCD Software Development] Clandaries:
Because i can write... and asked him :laugh:
[MTCD Software Development] f465gt:
Update: After a reset via the tiny reset hole it works again. No idea what happened there.

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Hi peeps,

I just noticed that I do not have root access any more and that my Magisk is somehow shown as "not installed". The last thing I did was the most recent OTA update. I didn't do anything to the Magisk Manager. Am I right that I can't simply download and install it?

Thanks!

Sebastian
[MTCD Software Development] Yuric96:
Hi all, I have a problem with my head unit and I think it's software related (not sure).

I have the lastest ota of this rom and my problem is the rearview camera.

I have connected everything correctly i think ("VIDEO IN " RCA and orange cable labeled "BACK CAR" for reverse gear trigger) when I engage reverse gear the app AVIN starts on the radio.

The problem is that nothing can be seen and an error triangle signal appears. I tried the camera without the "trigger" cable and it shows correctly (but obviously in this case I would have to manually open the app).

Can you help me?

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[MTCD Software Development] typos1:
You need to connect the camera to the reverse/back up camera RCA, not the Video IN one, thats your problem. Or at least its your first problem, your second one is that the camera is not getting any power.
[MTCD Software Development] Yuric96:
Ok I will see if I have another RCA from the head unit.

But the camera is getting power, in fact it works if the trigger wire isn't connected

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[MTCD Software Development] typos1:
Ok, the trigger isnt working then, first locate the correct camera in RCA, then make sure the trigger is working, its connected to the reversing light ?
[MTCD Software Development] Yuric96:
Yes it's connected to the reverse lights along with the camera positive. I also tried connecting them to two different sources but it doesn't change. If the positive is connected without trigger the image is shown in the app, if I also connect the trigger it is no longer seen, but the app opens automatically when I insert the reverse. I'll try again in the next few hours.

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[MTCD Software Development] Yuric96:
Ok problem solved, it was the rca. There is a rca labeled "CCD AVIN" for the camera.

Thank you, you saved me a lot of time!

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[MTCD Software Development] RomainD2:
I think it is not a problem to reward the developer, for example for his modinstaller pro which is helpfull to flash our device with his rom, and there are still a way to do it manually.

But we certainly pay for update as there are no other way to obtain them... Just OTA, with serial number protection. Update will be free if zip file were available to download and flash it manually into the recovery.

I have purchased the modinstaller v4, but not the OTA update as I think some issue has not been resolved even with the last September update. Hope it will be better on the future v5, even if we certainly need to buy both modinstaller pro v5 and OTA update for the hal9kV5.
[MTCD Software Development] typos1:
No timescale is specified for OTAs, so, as ever with custom ROMs, be PATIENT and wait for the developer to release.
[MTCD Software Development] Geniee33:
My boot time is pretty poor on 4.2 , is there any way to speed it up?

Also, my device always boots to the home screen, and then IF i have used the Mod Settings to enable booting any apps, it happens (but takes a wihle)

Is there any way (perhaps with another installed app) to simply boot to last used app and have that on the screen?

I use JetAudio for my music off my SD card, and its annoying to either wait for the launch apps stuff to run (yes i have it set to the lowest timeout) or press the JetAudio button from the launcher page.
[MTCD Software Development] CARRisma:
I recommend inserting your MicroSD card into a USB card reader and access your music from there - https://xdaforums.com/android-auto/mtcd-discussion-questions-development/microsd-vs-usb-stick-t4176181/post83704141

Slightly off topic - I recently gave up on JetAudio and have now reverted back to Poweramp after a few years. The problems I had wasn't with the JetAudio app itself, but that it relies on the Android media library scanner. This had a few problems in my experience. Poweramp uses it's own media library scanner, not Android's.
[MTCD Software Development] arthurdeme:
Ipod

Hello,

In “premium” version I can use IPod application from stock ROM? Now I have free version and I can’t use my old iPod.

Br,
[MTCD Software Development] typos1:
Is "ipod" checked in factory settings ?
[MTCD Software Development] arthurdeme:
The iPod in Factory is checked. The application is missing from the ROM.
[MTCD Software Development] casuk:
Hi will this work on mine and how exactly doni install itView attachment 5141883View attachment 5141885
[MTCD Software Development] typos1:
Extract it from another ROM and install it then.

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You dont have an MTCD/E unit so no.
[MTCD Software Development] casuk:
That's what I though it was I bought how would I update this unit to android 10
[MTCD Software Development] arthurdeme:
I saved the apk from another rom with the Extractor apk. When I try to install it it gives me an error. “Installation Fail”
[MTCD Software Development] typos1:
Is the app from an Android 9 ROM ?
[MTCD Software Development] GoGo22:
Did one of you guys managed to update Magisk ? Maybe even asked at the Magisk Thread if there is a possibility to update Magisk to latest version on Rockhip ??

I need to download&install some modules via Magisk but keep getting message that i need to update Magisk to latest version.. (im trying to install RiRu from modules)
[MTCD Software Development] typos1:
I think the solution is to wait until [MENTION=5092263]Hal9k_[/MENTION]'s 10 ROM is out, that ll likely have the latest Magisk.
[MTCD Software Development] RayLen:
If I buy the OTA updates ... will this be valid even for a future Android 10 version and its OTA updates?
[MTCD Software Development] joaoccmartins:
Probably not...

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[MTCD Software Development] typos1:
No, you ll have to buy OTA updates for 10. Its not much to pay.
[MTCD Software Development] sc@@ter:
My device has an option to change the button illumination colour. Is this function included with this ROM ?

Thaks in advance
[MTCD Software Development] RayLen:
Not much to pay... depends where you are from and how much you earn.

After all... the only thing I do on my HU is navigation and listening to music.. thats absolutely it.

I am willing to pay for good software. But thats not the point here... I would have bought this version. BUT... if I know that maybe in 6 Months there will be Android 10 and then I have to pay fur updates again... my motivation to buy the version tends towards zero now :)
[MTCD Software Development] typos1:
Fair enough, so wait for Android 10.
[MTCD Software Development] GoGo22:
i managed to install the module without needing to update magisk so im fine with waiting ☺️

İ love this Rom and if there come an android 10 version of Hal9k im ready to pay for it. İ mean some one is taking the time to make good software for us and at least what we can do is give credits via payment.

Thats my thoughts on it
[MTCD Software Development] marchnz:
That's great but it may not be compatible with your headunit due to BT module.
[MTCD Software Development] howell.pl:
Hi, can this rom installed to my head unit. I'm not sure if the build number or px5 version of my head unit is applicable for this rom. See attached pics of my head unit firmware version. Thanks.
[MTCD Software Development] typos1:
Its an RK3368/PX5 MTCD/E unit so yes.
[MTCD Software Development] howell.pl:
Ok. I can't figure out the rk version of it.

Thank you
[MTCD Software Development] typos1:
"RK3368" is the name of the processor on the PX5 SoM.
[MTCD Software Development] howell.pl:
I see. I was able to update my HU to Android 8 with Hal9K Mod 3.1 but sdaly my bluetooth is MD725 so it think there's no fix for that for now. Now, I watched on Alex's Android Radio youtube on how to update to Android 9 but he says that MCU must be MTCE yet my MCU is MTCD KGL. Can I still follow the same procedure?
[MTCD Software Development] oddvarr:
Your MCU needs to be MTCD/E. So you are good to go.
[MTCD Software Development] Bluefreak1988:
Hey! I'm new to head units and after a lot of reading, I bought an xtrons TQ700L px6 android 10, waiting for it to arrive (therefore not able to give more information about mcu or other data)

According to the support it's compatible with my steering wheel control without an additional external canbus box.

I'm waiting for it to arrive, doing more and more research but one thing I can't find an answer to and I start to become nuts because neither xda not Google really answers it for beginners.

If I install HAL9K (android 9), how do I know canbus will work (again)?

Is the canbus decoder on the radio hardware or is it controlled by the Rom?

Is there a list with showing which cars are compatible? Or am I just thinking too complicated?

Thanks in advance!
[MTCD Software Development] Stefan McSleaze:
mine has a connector trough the harness, its for several different canbus boxes. Every car manufacturer has its own canbus solution, and with that kind of harness & canbus box, the HU can easily match to the right signals. So you have to buy exactly that one and only HU & Canbus combo.

Production is cheaper than a general solution imo.

The chinese havnt the knowledge to build one HU for all kind Canbuses ever made.

To hold production costs as low as possible, is their only intention!

As exsample...they dont offer any passive or active cooling, it would make their HUs more expensive...

So if you decide to buy one, your choice should match in dimensions and Canbus Connectivity. Otherwise you cant use its full possibilities..

just saying.. ;)
[MTCD Software Development] Bluefreak1988:
Agree, and I checked with the xtrons in UK before my purchase. I asked which adapter harness with canbus box I need and their answer was it wouldn't require an extra harness for my Vivaro 2012.

So that's why om wondering. Means either there's software integrated or canbus box somehow integrated and how functionality will be affected when hopefully changing to HAL9K ?
[MTCD Software Development] howell.pl:
My HU MCU current version is MTCD_KGL_V2.36_2. I want it to update to latest version but I can't figure out which one is the correct file. In the yandisk folder the there is a KGL folder in MCU files but the lastest one says it's MTCE_KGL_V3.10 is it compatible to my HU? Also can I also use other update file like MTCE_HA_V3.35?
[MTCD Software Development] typos1:
You dont need to use Mod Installer 2, but you can use it if you want. What MD725 version do you have ? Just update your MCU to a KGL MTCE one or see the Cross Compatible MCU thread on how to change to a different MCU type.

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No, for Android 9 the MCU should really be 3.40 and above so that means MTCE.

What would Xtrons support know ? Theyre not Renault or PSA/Fiat specialists (the Vivaro is either a Renault or a PSA/Fiat depending on what version you have), you need to find out if the Vivaro has resistive or CAN Bus SWC, its highly likely to have CAN Bus SWC and therefore you ll need an adapter, you can buy one from Xtrons but youd need a loom as well really, so probably best to buy an adapter like a connects2 one. CAN Bus wont be affected by installing a different ROM. The CAN Bus is controlled by both the ROM and the MCU. Theres no compatibility list - if you buy a universal unit you wont get CAN Bus, only vehicle specific units come with CAN Bus adapters, but all units are capable of it, however, in order to use it on a universal unit youd need a loom and adapter from a unit from the same manufacturer as your universal unit (and Xtrons sell units from several different manufacturers, so as I say a Connects2 adapter would be easier, unless you go through Xtrons website and find a Renault or PSA specific unit that is made by the same manufacturer as your unit, then ask if you can buy a loom & CAN Bus decoder for it.

Yours is not a universal unit, [MENTION=4381375]Bluefreak1988[/MENTION]'s is and therefore wont come with one.

All car manufacturers CAN Bus solutions are based on the same software, they just modify it in different ways.

All MTCD/E head units are CAN Bus capable but the wiring is different both for the model of vehicle and depending on which MTCD/E manufacturer made the head unit is made by. Universal MTCD/E units can easily be turned into CAN Bus units as I ve said above.

The Chinese DO have the knowledge to make one for all CAN Bus versions ever made - all the info is out there, but theres no point and please dont try and suggest that keeping costs down is a Chinese thing - ALL companies try and do it !

These units DO have passive cooling.

The MCU, CAN Bus adapter and ROM all have CAN Bus information, nothing CAN Bus related will be affected by [MENTION=5092263]Hal9k_[/MENTION]'s ROM

Any KGL MTCE MCU is compatible, you want the highest number ideally.
[MTCD Software Development] howell.pl:
Ok, So I can't use MCU update file other than KGL? Here at the yandisk folder I can use the lastest from the KGL folder only, right?
[MTCD Software Development] howell.pl:
How to check the version of my MD725? But I think either which version it will not work with Android 9 or 10.
[MTCD Software Development] lagos911:
keep waiting for number 10 and 5
[MTCD Software Development] typos1:
You can use other, non KGL MTCD/E MCUs but you need to find out how to do that by reading the Cross Compatible MCU thread to find out how to do it.

Have you actually read the first post ?? It clearly says that only type 2 MD725 does not work in Android 9.

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Read the first post !!!!!!!!!!!
[MTCD Software Development] howell.pl:
I already read it but where can I find terminal answers "2" if it's type 2? Here is a picture of my HU.

I was able to search the HU using my phone but the HU can't search any device.
[MTCD Software Development] typos1:
You install a terminal app from the playstore.
[MTCD Software Development] bthight:
I hope someone can help me.

I’d like to install this FW on my PX6 MCU with Android 8.1 BMW E-Series compatibility.

Question 1: Is this mod going to be compatible?

Question 2: Does the BMW functionality work? PDC etc.

I don’t like this Chinese crap anymore, actually never liked it. no updates at all, no bug fixing...
[MTCD Software Development] Ammby:
Hi there, got a strange issue. Since some days I can't do voice calls with "ok google" command. When I say "ok google, call XY" it opens the dialog and then a popup shows "app not installed". But when I click on the "Call" button in the open dialog window it works. So i think the problem is that google don't recognize the bluetooth app as default dialer. Is there a way to fix this? In the app properties the "default" button is greyed ou. Thanks.
[MTCD Software Development] krusty.krusty:
I'm still having problems with the bluetooth conection. I have a note 10 and it looses connection with bluetooth. has anyone found a way to solve this? thanks!
[MTCD Software Development] Ati_gangster:
Install an older version of Google App.
[MTCD Software Development] Ammby:
Thanks. I don't think that works because voice commands only works with the latest version of google as far as I know but I will try.
[MTCD Software Development] typos1:
The RK3399/PX6 is not an MCU, its a processor, what MCU do you have ? There are lots of RK3399/PX6 units out there, not all use the MTCD/E platform, this is mentioned in the first post.

Not quite sure why you have to be racist.
[MTCD Software Development] Ammby:
Next day, next issue.... My PX6 doesn't recocnize the mic sometimes. Strange. Doing some reboots, nothing changes... Then after some time it works again. Anybody with this problem?
[MTCD Software Development] Torok6:
Hello please fix the AF part of the FM radio because it doesn't work for me
[MTCD Software Development] typos1:
AF doesnt work properly on any MTCD/E unit, you could try @herb77's radio and see if thats better and if it istn he said he ll try and fix AF at some point.
[MTCD Software Development] csabex:
Hi guys. What PX6 HU do you recommend for a Ford Focus 2009? I found at Eunavi a 4/64 android 10 unit, but in my local tech forum the guys tell me, that this unit doesn't work with HaL rom... I would like to use Malaysk or Hal roms, but i am confused about HU-s... Can you help me please? Thx.
[MTCD Software Development] typos1:
The RK3399/PX6 is a processor, not a head unit type - there are plenty of head units with RK3399/PX6 SoMs that dont use the MTCD/E platform. You need it to be MTCD/E to work with @Hal9k_'s ROM. I m happy to tell you if a unit is MTCD/E or not if you post links.
[MTCD Software Development] csabex:
Ohhhh, thank you :) Here are some:

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4001199261416.html

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005001288891281.html At this they give me the system properties screenshot, here it is:

View attachment 5150561

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005001781080262.html

What is the most recommended to work with Hal or even the Malaysk rom? Thx :)
[MTCD Software Development] DjDerex:
I am trying to install Android 10 with Mod installer PRO purchased from @Hal9k_ . I currently have Halk9k mod 4.2 installed.

unit is a mtce PX5 mx, with latest mcu 3.56.

I had followed the instructions to factory reset, after that to install mod installer pro, and select Android 10. But i get Error 10 straight away after i press install. Can anyone help me please ?

View attachment 5150575
[MTCD Software Development] baster72:
i think its not mtcd/e so you can't .

₪ 961.45 50%OFF | PX6 DSP HD IPS Android 10 4GB RAM Car Multimedia GPS Bluetooth wifi Car DVD Player For Ford Focus Mondeo Focus C-MAX S-MAX Kuga

https://a.aliexpress.com/_mtdtFbF i bought this one for my ford mondeo 2008 and installed hal9k rom
[MTCD Software Development] JonnyG1980:
Hey. A weird issue has just started a few days ago on my PX5 unit running the latest Hal9K. I have a USB to SATA adapter with an SSD connected to my headunit with all my media on. For some reason the SSD isn't recognised when powering up after the unit has gone to sleep. I have to reboot it several times before the SSD will show up. This happens in all apps and usually when I first start the car in the morning. Turning the car off for a short while everything is ok. I have it set to auto sleep and to wake USB devices when waking from sleep.

Any ideas please?
[MTCD Software Development] baster72:
₪ 961.45 50%OFF | PX6 DSP HD IPS Android 10 4GB RAM Car Multimedia GPS Bluetooth wifi Car DVD Player For Ford Focus Mondeo Focus C-MAX S-MAX Kuga

https://a.aliexpress.com/_mtdtFbF
[MTCD Software Development] csabex:
Ohh, thank you (y) I think i will go with it if u say that it is ok. However, they say Android 10 in main product picture, but if you scroll down it shows that it is Android 9 in the system menu... Which is the correct? Another thing -, There is no Wireless antenna for WiFi, it is inside the panel? Oh, and the power, and call button icons illuminated?
[MTCD Software Development] baster72:
I got it with a9 maybe thay will send you with a10 maybe thay update all head unit in there store. there is little wifi antenna built in i think in the back
[MTCD Software Development] csabex:
Ohhh great, thx :) What a pity that they haven't illuminate those buttons :( The call and power... Or you can turn them off maybe?
[MTCD Software Development] baster72:
No lights on the bottoms only around them
[MTCD Software Development] typos1:
Have you read the first post or my reply to you ?? They CLEARLY say the ROM is for units with MTCD/E MCUs the MCU on that does not say "MTCD" or "MTCE".
[MTCD Software Development] csabex:
Yes, i have read it ! I know that the picture linked by me clearly shows that is STM32 not MTCD/E, but i thought that the rest of the info's are usable... The other two links just grabe from my wish list, i haven't take any look to the spec., because u wrote that u would be happy to let me know if i post the links, but this reply of you doesn't quite reflect your happiness... I thought that it would be easier for u guys to let me know what to avoid and what brand is recommended, because in 127 pages of this thread you have experience already... I don't need exact model for my car, i will search for it, just i don't know what to choose and these are not quite cheap units for me.
[MTCD Software Development] Scaffy:
Pumpkin Radios are MTCD

Pumpkin
[MTCD Software Development] typos1:
NO !! SOME are MTCD/E, are not.
[MTCD Software Development] matmat07:
Don't worry about it, please take care of yourself in those difficult times. We need you in top shape!
[MTCD Software Development] marchnz:
Responding to a post from 18th of October seems a bit desperate.

Consider this - If Hal and Mal shared their methods with the community, there could be community development.
[MTCD Software Development] Scaffy:
I have just had a message from Pumpkin the Ford Head Units, AA0497B AA0496S AA0510B AA0511S are MTCE
[MTCD Software Development] Ati_gangster:
Pumpkin is just a reseller, not a manufacturer.

They sell many different units.

Some are MTCD/E and some are CSN2.
[MTCD Software Development] Scaffy:
And what is your point?

I have listed "Pumpkin" Ford Focus 2009 head unit which are MTCE
[MTCD Software Development] csabex:
Thank you guys for the help, finally i ordered this one. Meets the criteria from the 1st post, so i hope everything will be ok...

My next posts will be about the ROM if i got stuck in the flashing process.
[MTCD Software Development] Bluefreak1988:
Display brightness: Is it only me who's sensitive or is the display brightness on minimum level still too bright?

I compared with my smartphone (OP6 Android 9) and there the night mode is making a huge difference.

I tried different apps to adjust the brightness on the head unit now, but I can't reach the same result.

As soon as there's the color white used somewhere in an app, it's really bright and distracts while driving.

Is that issue hard- or software dependent? Do you have any recommendations or ideas?
[MTCD Software Development] typos1:
Its a hardware problem, attempts have been made to sort it before, check out the hardware mods forum.
[MTCD Software Development] acidburn87:
@Hal9k_

hi are you planning to make your own rom mod for android 10?
[MTCD Software Development] marchnz:
I haven't seen this question asked before
[MTCD Software Development] lagos911:
At his very last post he wrote that he dont have time anymore...

Maybe a baby or something...

I think this is his last rom...