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[Android Head-Units] sukimdennis:
Hi everyone.

Reception is a world of its own and several factors come into play.

I tried 3 different adapters. 2 USB B, 1 USB C, all in a plastic housing without extras, buttons or display or anything, from 20 to 40€. They all work equally well or equally poorly.

1. The window antennas can go straight into the garbage can, they are no good unless there is really no other way.

2. DAB roof antennas from different manufacturers are sealed, but I recommend opening them and painting everything except the clamping plates if there are any, otherwise the contact will be lost. Maybe the ATTB does not need thist hey play in a different league. Then they last longer than 2 years and don't corrode, I've already had this experience. I can only advise against the shark antennas, they don't have a rod and therefore the reception is worse, I've already had experience here too. The roof lining had been removed and installed more often. They should have a power supply, then you are well equipped, €40 upwards.

3. The cable laying and the laying of the DAB adapter also play a role. Try where the best route is. Headlining, footwell, everything is very sensitive.

If I move my cables behind the radio just a few centimeters, it can improve or worsen. The reception bars tend to go in different directions.

4. And now to the number 1 source of interference, at least for me 720p, the display. I noticed that the signal drops out in certain places, but if you darken the display or turn it off, then the reception was there again. This is due to the display or the circuit board. An interference frequency arises in the 200Mhz range... i.e. in the DAB range. There are definitely wizards who speak electronically and can install appropriate filters in the circuit diagrams, but I'm not one of them and I simply stuck copper foil around the back of the display. Immediately gave 2 reception bars more. Aluminum foil in a transparent cover as an insulating layer between the display and the circuit board also works.

Back to the adapter, if it looks like #30, or above or something similar, then that's enough. I have a round adapter stuck next to the A pillar on the passenger side under the headliner. I tested this in a garage and was able to determine pretty well how to lay things.

This week I'm getting a 2K display, let's see if I can install it this week and see how it behaves.

I could also use an app update...
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
My #1 root cause for bad reception was such an USB charger...

... and the wrong DAB player app.

It may also help to put the 4G antenna not too close to the DAB adapter. Especially in case of "only EDGE" the interferences can be heared.
[Android Head-Units] Autobahnkurier:
Hi Thorsten, i realy like to test your App. I am using an Erisin DAB+ Adapter. Greetings Marc
[Android Head-Units] PrinceLc:
cold be useful maybe
[Android Head-Units] sukimdennis:
I found some old pics with modifications.

This worked very well.

And some of the unpainted antenna after 2 jears, was not working anymore.

And trying to find the right position for the adapter...in the end unter the roof cause this place was not very practical:ROFLMAO:
[Android Head-Units] marinek:
@TorstenH and @sukimdennis thanks for recommendation and very useful informations. I was thinking about this:

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005005491669829.html?spm=a2g0o.cart.0.0.5fa4452cv85vus&mp=1&gatewayAdapt=glo2pol

but will check Erisin
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
I don't think that adapter would be a wrong decision. I even think the screw connector for the antenna is better than MCX connector.
[Android Head-Units] -fluffy-:
I have this one pretty easy to install

An it works perfectly
[Android Head-Units] Bootsman66:
Hello, where can i get the apk for testing?

The project seems very interesting.
[Android Head-Units] Dixie.Due:
Hi Torsten - can you provide me with the latest version - by the way how can I avoid USB permission error message, thanks Christian
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
Check if this error persists with the latest version. Don't have trouble with usb permission on one of my test devices.
[Android Head-Units] HatchBon:
@TorstenH, is it possibel to be a Beta Tester too ;-) TY

Im Using a M.I.C. AV9AV2 Android 12
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
I sent you a link you can download the apk file. I was already in contact with M.I.C. and they already tested the app. So I don't expect negative surprises but I'm looking forward to read your feedback.
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
DABster version 0.1.23 has an option to prevent stuttering:

Testers are wanted! Who wants to test the new setting under real conditions? E.g. if your favorite radio station stutters always on the same route section on your way to work.

Demo:
[Android Head-Units] hothscher:
Hello, I would test it with the jerks. On my way to work there are a few specific places where some channels stutter. Greetings Christian.
[Android Head-Units] Grapa:
Hello Thorsten, the version of the app I have used so far works quite well. I also wanted to ask whether it is planned that a channel list can be displayed after scanning the channels. Sorting the favorite channels would be a little easier than scrolling through each channel. I would like to test the new version. Greetings Paul
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
Hi Paul. Thank you for your feedback.

Maybe I will add a list based favorite management screen in future. But that has only low priority because it's not a feature required every day.

Please note that it is possible to jump to the station with next / previous initial letter by long press the "<" and ">" buttons. This feature was added with version 0.1.20preview.
[Android Head-Units] priorphilip:
trash
[Android Head-Units] priorphilip:
+1

@TorstenH Sounds like what I had in mind when PN to you. A scan result list after scanning would be great.

Maybe including a favorite star option to tag most used stations.... ?!

(I know... "little finger/whole arm" parable;) )
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
I don't think a favorite star makes sense due to the fact the app has the preset buttons. You can already put your most liked stations on the first preset page.
[Android Head-Units] PrinceLc:
@TorstenH maybe you cold make it this way when scrolling or swiping through the channel list, the music plays when you tap on the station logo. A thought from me only when you want. Last test update works good now with the sensitivity toggle.
[Android Head-Units] visser:
@TorstenH, any chance of a Presentation option to toggle the visibility of the current Station playing screen elements?

- Show/Hide Station name

- Show/Hide Station logo

- Show/Hide Station number
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
I want to avoid to create an app with tons of switches, buttons, lists, stars and hearts. You know there is a famous DAB player app with many customization options...

But stability, reliability and a clean UI were the triggers for me to create this app.

So you need to have a good reason why it makes sense to hide e.g. the name of the station. 😊
[Android Head-Units] visser:
totally understand :)

my reasoning to hide the Station name is that the Station logo already displays the Station name, the Station number has no relevence to me nor have I found a use for it
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
If the station would be played only by a tap on the logo, you could leave the UI in a status where the playing station does not fit to the displayed station info. That could be very confusing.

It should be possible to switch to the next station even if the station selected before is not already playing. So I don't see an advantage here.

You may have noticed that the SWC skips trough the presets. But if you use one of the navigation buttons (< / >) the SWC will skip trough the full list until you select a station via the preset button again.
[Android Head-Units] PrinceLc:
Okay sorry was maybe a bad idea. Keep up the good work for this amazing DAB app thanks again
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
I put that on the bottom of my "nice to have list" because I will try to finalize some other ideas first. 😊 Currently the stottering prevention.
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
During my way home and listening music with DABster, I thought again about the idea to hide the station name. And as the album cover was displayed instead of the station logo it was clear:

No, I will not provide the option to hide the station name because you will loose this information as soon as a sideshow picture gets shown.
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
I got the request to support iDrive controllers:

But after asking for testing support because I don't have such a controller:

Only silence!

If you want to have it: Let me know AND support me. Don't be a stranger.
[Android Head-Units] Gantalo:
Ich würde die App gerne testen und sehen, wo ich sie finden kann
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
The king is dead, long live the king! ​

In preparation for the release of the app in the Google Play Store, I had to rename DABster.

Say hello to DABdream!​
[Android Head-Units] ScorpionSX:
Hi Torsten, could you please also include me as a tester and send me the app link if possible? I would like to try it as well, currently I use DAB-Z, but I'm not particularly happy with the redesign of the app, yours appear to be much more user friendly for my taste ;)

Or should I just wait for the PlayStore release?

Thanks.
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
Thank you for your interest in DABster DABdream!

According to Google's PlayStore policies from the end of 2023, new developers must test their app within a closed test.

That means I need 20 (!) testers. For 14 days these testers must

- stay opted in the test program.

- have installed the app.

- use the app frequently.

I need the power of the XDA community

to bring this app into PlayStore, available for everybody and for free.

If you want to have this app and if you want to get future updates via Google PlayStore, I need YOUR enthusiasm and your help!

Please register as tester by joining this Google Group: DABdream

Install DABdream on your device as described here.
[Android Head-Units] Markw69:
Hi Torsten,

I would love to assist you with the testing. I have registered with the Google Group as requested. Can you send me a link to the software, or do I just need to wait for it to be made available through the group/google play.

Thanks

Mark
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
Hi Mark,

Thank you for your readyness to test. Unfortunately we must wait for Google's first approval. I will share the link to download the app as soon as we can start.

On the other side we are still not enough testers. It would be even better to start with more than 20 because Google's policies are very strict.
[Android Head-Units] -fluffy-:
I just signed up in the group 🤗
[Android Head-Units] choldimir:
Me too 😀
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
@-fluffy- @choldimir

Thank you for joining the testers Google Group. ♥

I will inform you here and in the group as soon as Google carried out their checks.

Sure, I will provide further instructions asap...
[Android Head-Units] Fire123:
Natürlich habe ich es auch gemacht. Top-App

Mod Edit: English Translation Below

Of course I did it too. Top app
[Android Head-Units] lexuz:
I did it also.
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
GO GO GO​

Let's start the official testing phase, now!

Use this link to install DABdream on your testing device:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.thf.dabplayer

You must be a member of the testers Google Group

DABdream - Google Groups

groups.google.com

to be able to install DABdream via the link above.

To successfully pass the testing phase, testers must:

- stay opted in the test program

- have installed the app

- use the app frequently

----

Please first uninstall DABster if you have installed a DABster preview version.

Thank you for your time and your engagement in advance!
[Android Head-Units] Markw69:
Hi Torsten,

When I click on the link, I get a google message "We're sorry, the requested URL was not found on this server.", followed by a Google Play Search field and button. I am logged in to google with the account I registered the testing with. I am in Australia, so do you think it could be a regional thing or just that the URL hasn't made it's way to the Australian servers just yet., and I just need to be patient :) . I have tried this on my Windows 11 machine, my android phone and the Head Unit itself, all with the same result.

Any Thoughts ?

Thanks

Mark
[Android Head-Units] -fluffy-:
So now it is installed

So fare so good

An must say studdering works if set to 1 my channels works if i set it to 5 it turns to mute
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
That's my fault! 🙏

I missed to add Australia 🇦🇺 as tester region. But I added it in meantime and I will get in contact to you as soon as the change was carried out by Google.
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
Good point!

Unfortunately I wasn't able to test this feature long enough and got no feedback to this post.

Nevertless, fixing the sensitivity levels is already on the my list.
[Android Head-Units] -fluffy-:
I will test later if it prevent this i have a point on my way to work were it always are studding
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
I think setting it to level 3 or 4 could be a good starting point to avoid mute on bad but good enough signal quality.
[Android Head-Units] -fluffy-:
I will try 🙂
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
@Markw69

Google approved the change with the sentence "changes are usually immediately visible but sometimes it may take longer".

I'm really happy we have a tester from Australia here. So sorry again for this faux pas.
[Android Head-Units] Markw69:
All good Torsten, I should have mentioned my region earlier. I'll try again in the morning and let you know.

Thanks for the opportunity to be a tester.

Mark.
[Android Head-Units] j0hn83:
Not working here. Google link goes to nowhere. I'm UK based and registered on the trial in the Google group.
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
It should work in UK 🇬🇧, now. Please give it one more try but not that Google may take a while until the change becomes effective.
[Android Head-Units] ScorpionSX:
Hi Torsten,

I also joined the group and I will try to install the app today from the play store, I'm in Slovakia, so you can maybe check if it's possible ;)

But, with the latest preview version that you sent me, I didn't get any sound from any station...I also turned off the stuttering feature but it didn't help. It found the channels just fine, but I simply didn't get any sound. I checked on DAB-Z if everything works (it's still a test broadcast mostly here in SVK), but every station was playing just fine there.

//EDIT: forgot to add, I'm using it on Hizpo/Ossuret K706 S5 unit.
[Android Head-Units] -fluffy-:
I have try now an level 3/4 i get no sound level 1 i get sound an this one fall out places were dab-z have signal

An on the way to my work the signal is worse now than with dab-z
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
In your case it may be better to turn stuttering prevention off. I added the required fix of this setting to the list.
[Android Head-Units] Ralf366:
Hallo Torsten

Bin auch dabei und auch schon installiert, bisher ohne Probleme
[Android Head-Units] HatchBon:
Im testing 0.1.24. When I start the app, the sound is distorted. After a few seconds the sound is normal.
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
Please register for the official testing.

DABdream - DAB/DAB+ Player for USB adapters

DABdream DAB/DAB+ player for USB DAB+ adapters FAQ More on https://t.me/junsunv1 Support the development of this free app via ko-fi.com/appswitcher

xdaforums.com

Thank you.
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
I tested the app also on a Hizpo S8. So hopefully it will work without such big issues.

Please don't forget to uninstall DABster, first.
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
✅ You mastered the 2nd gate 🎉
[Android Head-Units] -fluffy-:
I have now try it since yesterday only problem i have is that it does not start auto even when i have set it to start auto at startup

I have to start it manuel with the app
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
Are we talk about a full reboot or only wake up from sleep?

Do you have the possibility to unplug and connect the DAB adapter while the head unit is running? Just so see if

A) DABdream is not reacting to the event

or

B) The head unit does not provide the event during startup.
[Android Head-Units] -fluffy-:
Wen i start the car

i have set usb permission

An also wen i make a reset

Then i didt try with dab-z an it start auto wen start the car an reboot
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
Seems like the "USB device attached" event gets not fired by the head unit after cold boot. I could implement a boot up receiver which gets fired after cold boot and check for the presence of the USB device.

Wake up from sleep is another topic and very individual from head unit to head unit.
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
I have a nightmare discussion with Google support and they drive me crazy. More than 30 emails to change a setting which may be only changed on creation of a dev account.

The consequence for me could be that I have to buy another dev account.

The consequence for you would be that the test needs to start from scratch because test trails can't be transferred into another dev account.

Seems like Google is just another company with bad support...
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
It's so frustrating. Getting always the same answer... the agent needs a training.

😢

After 33(!) mails the support agent is on the right track and understands my issue. Additionally I involved a Platinum Product Expert and raised an escalation via another support group...

// 24-01-18

Today additionally a supervisor is looking into my concern.

In meantime we're talking about 43 mails without counting replies to the Platinum Product Expert and supervisor.

// 24-01-19

Now, a specialist team is on board...

// 24-01-20

After tons of emails the supervisor asked me to raise another ticket. But I will not be Google's information router and waste more time writing emails...
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
Have you already installed DABdream and is sound output working?
[Android Head-Units] ScorpionSX:
I will do it today, sorry, I was super-busy with work and didn't have time to play around in the car :(
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
No problem. Just let me know if it works after uninstalling DABster and installing DABdream.
[Android Head-Units] sukimdennis:
Hi all.

Not sure if this is still an open point but I have tested a new dab adapter with these settings on this device.

Adapter pluged in, app starts.

After a reboot, app starts.

After the app starts, it minimises and main theme was showing. Didn't have a speaker connected so I can't tell if the music was playing or continuing to play but the app started.

Update😅...music plays.
[Android Head-Units] TorstenH:
Thank you very much for the detailed feedback.

I checked the behavior on my head unit (HU) and on a phone (SP):

- connect the USB adapter while the devices is running. DABdream starts on HU and SP

- full boot/reboot with already connected adapter:

HU: DABdream starts automatically

SP: DABdream is not getting started because the "USB device connected" action gets not triggered by Android.

So it depends on the used firmware if the app starts after boot.

The next version of the app will listen additionally to the "boot completed" action. If the option to start is set and the adapter is connected DABdream will start automatically.
[Android Head-Units] Markw69:
Hi Torsten,

I have been using DABDream here in Canberra Australia and haven't had any real issues. The stations tune in OK and I can change stations with ease. There aren't too many stations here but they are all on either band 8D or 9C. I have a USB DAB+ adapter with the standard window sticker antenna, so not expecting great reception . I have it installed in a Mekede/Navifly FYT 116 HU with 6Gig RAM and 128GB storage.

I have a set of favourites setup, but sometimes when I go to select a different station using the favourites, I must press it just a little too long and the favourite gets replaced by the currently playing station. Any chance to change the time a little more or have a popup asking if you really want to replace it ?

Does DABDream support station logos ? By default, no stations get a station logo, you just get the default icon. A couple of stations here do show a slideshow and I can, when an OK picture shows up, choose it to be the logo which is then remembered. But there are only 4 stations that show it. Is there a way for the other stations to receive the transmitted logo or any way to be able to manually set one ? Even if I have to manually copy in the image files and select them.

Not a bug but more a, for me would be nice... I currently run a launcher (launcher34) which uses PiP and the FrontEnd app to display other apps in the window. On occasion it might be nice to display DABDream in this window, but it doesn't display and only wants to go full screen. No biggie, and I understand the whole point of what you are doing is to keep the app simple and easy.

Other than that, I really like the simple, no fuss interface. For me it just works :)

Thanks

Mark
[Xposed General] albertDomPa:
Hi,

(introduction)

I have an old phone with LineageOS 16, (Android 9) and I use smali patcher for hide mock locations. I use mock checker (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.tkgjamukeliling.mockchecker) for testing and it seems to be ok. Smali is detected but "mock option status" and "mock location status" are false. "Mock option status" refers to if you have already selected an app for mock location and "mock location status" refers to the location if its mocked or not.

View attachment 6025729

(main problem)

Now, I have another phone with LineageOS 20 (Android 13) and I'm using LSposed + HideMockLocation module (https://github.com/emotionbug/HideMockLocation). When I check if it's working with mock checker "mock option status" is true and "mock location status" is false, so I guess it's detecting that there is an app selected for mock locations but the location is not detected.

View attachment 6025731

I have tried another similar modules (https://github.com/ThePieMonster/HideMockLocation) but the result is the same.

(questions)

Is there any way to hide that you have selected an app for mock locations in android 12+?

Is this the proper way to work of hidemocklocation module? Anyone more have the same results? How do you test your mock locations?

I fell this method is less secure than smali, but it's good enough?

Thanks in advance.

P.S.: I know there is a tread about hide mock location module but seems to be a different version.
[General Topics] bas3543:
Yes, friends, I am here to help you solve your problem, even if just a little.

You can get Android 13 (PixelExperience_Plus_arm64) and Android 14 (aosp-arm64-gapps) roms and installation steps for GM 20 Pro G501 users from the link below.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1S_lf4lzkAnTQH92R3g2lER9Skdf7H88s/view?usp=sharing

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[General Topics] ZG_DEV:
Thanks for sharing, mate ;)

Welcome to the forums ❤️
[General Topics] nxtuarwen21:
Thanks.
[Sony Xperia 5 V] ZG_DEV:
Great guide, mate!

Thank you 😊
[Sony Xperia 5 V] daskplaskaren:
Nice guide, worked perfectly, except for one thing I can't figure out:

The lockscreen can't be set. The error is " Screen lock was already changed. Try again with the new screen lock."

I've relocked the bootloader several times now, and the screen lock works perfectly without root.

Any suggestions?
[Sony Xperia 5 V] daskplaskaren:
Nevermind! Suddenly it worked :D

Since the lock screen stopped working immediately after the bootloader got unlocked and resumed working when it was relocked, the only thing I did differently was wiping in recovery inbetween steps.

Or it might've been simply locking and unlocking a bunch of times, as old threads on other devices suggested.