[commiecat]

I took off original USB AUX plate off and route device usb cables trough for now.
Like nocised in many forums, our mic is strange... so it wont fit, but we dont need it anyway.
I use integrated mic now, Phone handsfree works well now. Ill add external if needed later...

There is no visible expansion, just 2x USB

I just went back to the original post and realized that there's a mic on the head unit. That's good as I assumed it would be external and didn't want to have to tape a mic somewhere if the OEM location couldn't be used for some reason.

Thanks for outlining your progress and I'm looking forward to a review (no pressure!).

 

[Mark_Nixon]

Just a quick update, got my HU today, im in the middle of installation but had to come in and eat something.


Plug&Play = TOTALLY Check
Power on.... WHOAAAH what a display!!! :surprise:


Steering control, = Easy setup Check ( brobably make some tuning later)
Reverse camera = No signal... wrong gamera RCA... Check, No lines on picture. Lines in reverse camera ON from setup... DONE.
Gps check.
Wlan check
Phone connection check
Oem mic not supported, But there is extra one. Compaired front panel and extra Microphones both fine. Leave extra one in package for now.


To be continued...

I almost ordered this unit today and waited to read your review before pulling the trigger.

Did you order the 3G Dongle/Modem? I assume this option is to add a separate Sim card and get mobile Internet without tethering your phone? Is that correct?

Looking forward to seeing Google maps navigation running on it. That's my main reason for ordering the unit.

Thanks for posting your review!











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[AimoPaukku]

I took my device without 3g modem, i have unlimited data in my phone so i use it as wifi hotspot. Also wifi in my garage.
Ask George 3g instruction manual.


I have some other projects now, but will get you some info soon.

Edit:
Google maps installed from apk file because there is no google play store.
Gmaps working fine!

 

[AimoPaukku]

Few word about installation.


Removed parts, took out HU and AUX unit, and tree clips.
I had to remove three upper white clips from HVAC unit (In pic last one still on its Place),
THEY ARE PITA TIGHT on new units sharp edges, Just take THEM OFF, it holds fine without them.
Mounted GPS antenna on center speakers empty place ( Why this pic goes always upside down?)
Routed new USBs trough hole. (I have later plans for these)
Then some random spaghetti and hardware pics.
Whole installation took me less than hour.

And some finished photos.




Now its time to see how it really works... Big improvement anyway from my basic cheapo HU!

 

[commiecat]

I took my device without 3g modem, i have unlimited data in my phone so i use it as wifi hotspot. Also wifi in my garage.
Ask George 3g instruction manual.


I have some other projects now, but will get you some info soon.

Edit:
Google maps installed from apk file because there is no google play store.
Gmaps working fine!

Can you install the Play Store from APK? Any clue about how many watts that unit pushes per channel?

 

[empezza]

That HU looks GREAT! :x

OP - Do you have a digital copy of the User Manual that you can post here? I would like to look through it before committing to the purchase.

 

[AimoPaukku]

I got manual for older version, i do not know are there better updated ones incoming... :8:
Functions are about the same in this.
IMHO this is so simple to use if you have some experience from android devices, so no need for guidance.


Google Play still not working, it need probably google services also and that is some tricky one to manage, ill pass it for now...
I have found every one of .apk´s from elsewhere so not a problem for me.




Some update and using in my HU,
Tested navigation on road, google maps is fine, but Here WeGo which i like most with offline maps, working like charm.
Ill never EVER miss mirrorlink or android auto again, all i need is in HU now, or can be installed later.
I tested also CarHomeUltra, DashDroid and fev similar "dumb interphases", i did not like them at all. :headshake
Maybe usable in a small cellphone but this size screen, buttons are size of my fist. :grin2:
Next some Nova Launcher testing.



I installed Torque pro also with custom pid´s for subaru. now im fiddling with my new virtual gauges and themes.
Bluetooth connection with my cheapo obd scanner running fine.
Also made few steering buttons adjustments. Now i have Speech as Home button and List as Navigation
MX Player working as my preferred audio/video player with better equalizer and options.


Next one to investigate is gsm remote app for my Eberspächer Hydronic heater.

 

[AimoPaukku]

I made quick home screen with NovaLauncher.


Does anyone know how can i ged launch bar from right side to bottom?

 

[Mark_Nixon]

I made quick home screen with NovaLauncher.


Does anyone know how can i ged launch bar from right side to bottom?

I use Nova launcher as well and couldn't make it stick on the bottom in landscape mode. I read online that Apex launcher can do this. Haven't tried.

Your head unit is looking good and I'm looking forward to ordering it as well now that you've confirmed Google maps works.

Not sure I'll be able to install it myself or not - I've never worked on a car stereo before. Hopefully there are some YouTube videos showing how to replace an outback head unit. If you can recommend any how-to videos that would be great.

What is the startup time like on the head unit? Is it slower to start up and start playing music than the original? How fast to boot to homescreen from starting the car?

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[AimoPaukku]

I use Nova launcher as well and couldn't make it stick on the bottom in landscape mode. I read online that Apex launcher can do this. Haven't tried.

Your head unit is looking good and I'm looking forward to ordering it as well now that you've confirmed Google maps works.

Not sure I'll be able to install it myself or not - I've never worked on a car stereo before. Hopefully there are some YouTube videos showing how to replace an outback head unit. If you can recommend any how-to videos that would be great.

What is the startup time like on the head unit? Is it slower to start up and start playing music than the original? How fast to boot to homescreen from starting the car?

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Ok that is why... :grin2: I will test apex tomorrow, THANKS


I did not need to search videos, but there may be some.
Opening dash need some panel tools, and there are service manual sheets lurking in subaru sites...
http://www.subaruoutback.org/forums...8-gen-5-2015-present/177378-need-info-taking-apart-gen-5-outback-dashboard.html
If you have those with Philips size 2 screwdriver ready, and buddy who have done even some installations, this is quite easy job to manage.
Ps. Make sure to tidy wires up so lower center console lid have space to rise up. Test this before istalling HVAC unit back, and remenber to remove those white clips.


Boot up is little slower, about 25 seconds to home screen. If you have left radio on it start to play in about 15 sec.
This is acceptable, but the most important thing for me is that reverse camera works right away when i start and put in reverse.
I noticed that there is no guidance lines yet before boot up, but camera picture comes instant.

 

[Mark_Nixon]

Ok that is why... :grin2:


I did not need to search videos, but there may be some.
Opening dash need some panel tools, and there are service manual sheets lurking in subaru sites...
http://www.subaruoutback.org/forums...8-gen-5-2015-present/177378-need-info-taking-apart-gen-5-outback-dashboard.html
If you have those with Philips size 2 screwdriver ready, and buddy who have done even some installations, this is quite easy job to manage.


Boot up is little slower, about 25seconds to home screen. If you have left radio on it start to play about 15 sec.
This is acceptable, but the most important thing for me is that reverse camera works right away when i start and put in reverse.
I noticed that there is no guidance lines yet before boot up, but picture comes instant.

Thanks for the info. That's good to know that the back up camera works instantly - I didn't even think of that!

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[SubbaruOB]

Can someone put some pics of BringGo or other smartphone based Nav system working with MirrorLink or in an aftermarket HU on Outback.


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[1454]

Ok that is why... :grin2: I will test apex tomorrow, THANKS


I did not need to search videos, but there may be some.
Opening dash need some panel tools, and there are service manual sheets lurking in subaru sites...
http://www.subaruoutback.org/forums...8-gen-5-2015-present/177378-need-info-taking-apart-gen-5-outback-dashboard.html
If you have those with Philips size 2 screwdriver ready, and buddy who have done even some installations, this is quite easy job to manage.
Ps. Make sure to tidy wires up so lower center console lid have space to rise up. Test this before istalling HVAC unit back, and remenber to remove those white clips.


Boot up is little slower, about 25 seconds to home screen. If you have left radio on it start to play in about 15 sec.
This is acceptable, but the most important thing for me is that reverse camera works right away when i start and put in reverse.
I noticed that there is no guidance lines yet before boot up, but camera picture comes instant.

Aimo, does yours have rear cross traffic alert? if so, does that still work with the new head unit?

 

[Mark_Nixon]

Aimo, does yours have rear cross traffic alert? if so, does that still work with the new head unit?

I wondered this as well. My understanding is that the rear cross traffic alert is based on the radar system in the Subaru and not the camera or head unit.

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[1454]

I wondered this as well. My understanding is that the rear cross traffic alert is based on the radar system in the Subaru and not the camera or head unit.

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I meant in terms of the alert. It isn't a part of the head unit, but I assumed there had to be an audio line to allow it to give us the visual and audio alerts still.

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[Mark_Nixon]

I meant in terms of the alert. It isn't a part of the head unit, but I assumed there had to be an audio line to allow it to give us the visual and audio alerts still.

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I see what you mean. My 2016 Outback has the Eyesight System that produces audible alerts for all kinds of detected dangers. Those alerts sound like the same kind of sounds produced by the rear cross traffic alert system.

To be honest I'm not exactly sure where the sound comes from. If it comes from the speakers then I'm worried about all of the eye sight alerts including the rear cross traffic alert not working with the head unit.

I'm going to do some experimenting and try to see if the sound comes from the speakers. I'm thinking they don't but I'm not 100% sure.

I forget what the visual alert looks like... I'll have to double check that too.



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[1454]

I see what you mean. My 2016 subaru has the Eyesight System that produces audible alerts for all kinds of detected dangers. Those alerts sound like the same kind of sounds produced by the rear cross traffic alert system.

To be honest I'm not exactly sure where the sound comes from. If it comes from the speakers then I'm worried about all of the eye sight alerts including the rear cross traffic alert not working with the head unit.

I'm going to do some experimenting and try to see if the sound comes from the speakers. I'm thinking they don't but I'm not 100% sure.

I forget what the visual alert looks like... I'll have to double check that too.



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The visual alert is just a amber signal in the upper left of the screen that looks like the symbol of the blind spot warning of the mirror. You may be right about where the sound comes from. I'm not certain in that, I was just concerned it would be lost.

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[AimoPaukku]

Aimo, does yours have rear cross traffic alert? if so, does that still work with the new head unit?

No, i cant say anything about that.


Does sound come from gauge cluster like ES beebs?

 

[1454]

No, i cant say anything about that.


Does sound come from gauge cluster like ES beebs?

It might, I'm not really sure where the audio comes from. That's my biggest hang up on doing this. I actually really like the size of the head unit. It uses up so much more real estate, and comes with Google maps, so those are both pluses.

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[AimoPaukku]

I did try many lauchers, i think nova is still the best for this unit.
Made a another home screen with new wallpaper and some gauges with torque. I had to install custom pid´s to get all diesel parameters out.


I also found my old 3G to wifi dongle, took a small (slow and cheap) data packet SIM to it and put it in car.
Now all widgets update even without phone tethering.


IMO forged all screen mirroring crap, just use a tablet, or buy unit with android and use it for running apps. :29:
You can imagine this HU like any other tablet, but this has also FM radio, internal amp, sw controls, and rev camera.