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Sooooo I had this same exact issue myself and came up with an imperfect solution. If I had bluetooth connected to the Avin unit and the CarPlay adapter connected, it would ALWAYS have audio issues for me. I'm not sure if they have a fix for this and their customer support is absolutely horrible. My solution was to disconnect bluetooth from the Avin unit and just take bluetooth calls over the BMW stock system. Let me know if you come up with a better solution.... It would definitely be nice to have SIRI controls working properly! Maybe we need to get an external mic??? Sorry I can't help too much on this one! Wes |
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Yah, I basically bought just about every optional item along with the screen. There are still a few bugs, which I have mentioned in earlier posts and that I'm sure you can find mentioned on other forums. However, I am happy with the purchase and would do it again. My 2015 X1 also didn't have any of these options and came with the "upgraded" sound system and professional radio (piece of shit radio where bluetooth audio doesn't connect). As mentioned earlier make sure you go with the hardwired backup camera, the wireless option didn't work too well when I attempted the install and running the cable for the hardwired version was pretty easy. The install took me two days at about 4 hours per day, so if you have a whole day to burn you can knock it out in that time frame. If you get stuck, feel free to message here or send me a private message. If you are REALLY STUCK I can always help over the phone or text, since AVIN Support is pretty damn horrible! Good Luck! Wes |
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02-21-2019, 03:23 PM | #47 |
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Hey Wes,
Bought basically same system from AliExpress as well and once I finally figured out install (lots of bruised knuckles and patience needed!), I am super happy with CarPay like you. I do have a couple of issues I haven't figured out yet, and wonder if you've experienced same: • Power to factory audio shuts off after 20 minutes regularly, so I have to turn it on again to power Android. It's got me stymied because one of the two purple wires in the Android wiring harness doesn't have anywhere to plug in, and CAN A, CAN B aren't identified. I haven't been able to get any instructions either • I haven't figured out how to switch displays either, not seeing NBT EVO ID5 as an option. I really appreciate any insights you may have since you've installed basically the same system. |
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02-25-2019, 09:38 AM | #48 | |
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Post up or send me a pic of the CAN A and CAN B connections you are talking about. I might be able to help on those. Not sure on the display switching.... If need be I can take some photos of my settings, if you think they might help. Good Luck. Wes |
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02-25-2019, 11:09 AM | #49 |
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So to clarify it's the factory head unit that keep powering off, not the Android. FWIT, it started acting up after I installed the Android unit. It doesn't power on when I turned the engine on until I press the button even if I've left it on when turning engine off. And then it shuts off again after exactly 20 minutes -and every 20 minutes thereafter. (Android never loses power). I also lost the SWC after I installed the Android unit.
I'll take pix of the CAN A/CAN B connections. And lastly, don't know this all related but I always get the NO SIGNAL screen when I power up before it syncs up with CarPlay. That's not a big deal, just curious though. |
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Has anyone ordered this wireless Apple Car Play adapter from Avin yet? https://avinusa.com/wireless-apple-c...b-adapter.html
Looking for some reviews if anyone is using this..... |
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I recently purchased the Avin unit with idrive controller for my 2015 X1, as well as a carplay dongle separately from amazon. Couple issues i'm having...
First, the Avin idrive controller knob will sometimes get stuck after pressing it. To get it unstuck, I have to turn the knob. Also, the buttons on the controller often don't work on first press. Anyone have these issues? May just be a faulty unit.. Second, when using carplay there is some audio skipping every 15 seconds or so (used both Spotify and apple music app). Anyone know how to fix this? |
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06-03-2019, 03:48 PM | #53 | |
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I bought my Carplay dongle directly from Avin and it can get firmware updates directly from the app. You may have issues with a 3rd party Carplay dongle.... Maybe try either turning off bluetooth or disconnecting bluetooth entirely on your phone to see if that fixes the audio skipping problem though. Good Luck! |
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06-06-2019, 09:21 PM | #54 | |
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Had a question about your install. When I installed my unit, it was very difficult to remove the AC controls. In the 4x4 canada shop install video I watched, the way they removed the trim piece that holds the external cup holder isn't possible on my 2015 X1. I ended up having to angle the AC unit and yank it out (which was very sketchy and I definitely do not recommend). I didn't break anything (at least I don't think I did...) but would like to avoid doing that again if I ever need to remove the unit. Did you have an easier way of removing the AC controls? |
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I honestly don't have a better way from what I can remember during my install. I also had a couple times I was nervous about breaking some of the plastic pieces during install/removal, however I none fell apart on me. Good Luck! AK_Wes |
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Sharing my experience: 4x4 LCD Screen
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Just want to share my DIY and installation of my LCD Screen. Please see information below: X1 2015 E84 XDrive 28I with Nol LCD Screen Anti Reflection LCD Screen Android 8.1 from 4X4 ca Accessories: Apple Car Play Built In (No dongle needed) OBD2 Wifi USB Extension Universal Back-up Camera (Free part of package 60$) Total Spending: $649.92 Installation: Followed 4X4 Youtube Video for X1 Routed USB Carplay to glove box 2 EXT USB routed to hand breake area Result: No Code error ; all running ok with Carplay and voice interface/siri Issue: Car Dash Board is showing actual temp in C but unit showing is Fahrenheit Note: 4X4CA stated they are checking MCU Version to correct Pictures:
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Hi Mr. Woodhouse,
1st concern: Blank Car Info If you car is the same as mine,no navigation and no lcd screen ,you will have no information but not totally blank screen.I mean when I click car info,the one that is showing up is a clock screen.Please see pictures below. 2nd concern :Fiber Optic Cable/I drive Yes,I did followed and transfered the green fiber optic cable from Original Factory Wire Harnerss to 4x4 Harness. Not sure what is the details of your car model,mine is 2015 x drive 28i without factory navigation/no lcd screen. My understanding BMW Idrive,with my car without navigation and lcd screen,I dont have the I drive System,the android with the controller knob gives you the navigation system like the "BMW CIC/Idrive". 3rd concern Carplay: Depending when was your LCD Screen Unit was Purchased to 4x4,just a copuple of months ago the LCD Screen Unit that they are selling now have a direct inerface with apple carplay meaning no dongle required,in the Apps Menu there is an application on mine named Zlink,just need to click then the screen will state "connecting-then connected" then the screen will have the Car Play.Please see picture. I would recommend reaching to 4x4 directly,there response to me is very good,email and call. Update on my issue: New MCU Version due to Wrong Unit of Measurement in Cardash Display ->They provided me a new MCU Version,managed to upgrade the system but the issue remain the same.Actual Temperature "Numerical Value is Centigrade" the screen is showing "Fahrenheit". ->They will provide an update mid next week. thanks, Neil
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I'll call 4x4 as I'm 3 strikes there. No green wire to transfer in my 2014 non idrive. I purchased a couple weeks ago, Android 9 but no zlink app and its not on the google play store and also just a blank screen whenever I press car info, or media, tel, or radio on the idrive control. Be nice to have the radio on my $1,000 dollar (Canadian)screen Mark |
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EDIT: From what I understood I only need to connect the red whire from the RCA cable to Camera +12 and I don't need anything else to power the camera. Ground comes from the RCA ground and power from the Camera +12.
Hi, I just received my headunit (bought from MEKEDE shop on Aliexpress, received in 3 days). I saw that there's a CAN 1 and CAN 2 connector. One is already connected but the other one is not connected where should I connect it? I also have a question regarding the back camera Here's two pics explaining my question Quote:
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