Fritz, I know your video is 2 years old and I’m new To your channel so I’d not know much about you or how you run this thing. Hopefully you still get notices when people add comments like this even 2 years later. What I want to say above all else is your comments about building a community and trying to find someone to help a viewer in the viewers area if they scared to do the project your taking on. How awesome. As human being I think we are suppose to do things just like you suggested and help the next person out. If everyone single living person took that on and effectively paid it forward finding the next person who needs support and helping them through it. Think about what kind of world we’d be living in if everyone was so community minded and giving freely of themselves. I’m so glad you approached it that way and if I can ever be of service to others, I hope people will let me know how I can help. Thanks for the video and more importantly, thanks for being you!!!
I watched the Bimmertec video on installing their Android head unit which I found a little discouraging - but watching you do it on an actual 235i made it seem a lot less challenging. I'm glad I found your channel.
Did you ever figure it out? I ordered from BT but figured audio shouldn’t be affected since you’re not really changing the head unit. You’re only changing the screen so it should still sound exactly the same
@@luise3618 no, the screen is connected to the original sound system via aux, so the headunit is doing a Digital to Analog conversion and the DAC isnt as good as BMW original so there will be degradation but I doubt people can notice.
I just test drove a 228i and an M235. Definitely looking to purchase the M235 in the next coming months. I was wondering about the radio upgrade! So excited to get mine!! Thanks for the video!
@@FritzRamos so I have navigation on my car, it's the same installation??? Or there's is something different??? I will install the Android auto retrofit and will like to install a touch screen display
Hey man, my huge thanks for this video. I bought a similar unit for a BMW F20 116 from 2013. The screen is similar but not exactly the same one. I followed this video and the instalation was very smooth. Also thanks for pointing out that some veichles have a fiber cable that needs to be re-routed towards the new connector, mine had those indeed!
Hey Fritz, thanks for this Video. I have the same system, is this NBT or CIC? I wanna buy a screen like this, but don't know the system. Or where i have to look to see which system it is?
Is there any differences if you have the Harman Kardon sound system apart moving the optical cable? Also how is the true sound quality affected while having the HK sound system along with this as I am worried about sound degradation? Lots of models say its not affected but I have seen many examples where the sound quality is considerably poorer than than the standard HU with HK.
Hey Fritz, Just wanted to say Happy New Year my friend. My wife and I came to Cali over the Christmas Holiday to stay with her dog while they were in Dubai, However, the rain sent us packing back to Phoenix where we brought in the New Year! Hope all is going well for you and your fam for this new year and may you as the Great Man you are Prosper Abundantly! God speed... And as always GREAT VIDEO!
Thank you, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! I'm glad to hear that your travels went safely. Where in California did you go? I'm from the East Bay. Thank you for your support, happy I was able to help!
@@FritzRamos Good Day Sir, Yes I / We have.. We were suppose to be in San Diego this weekend but we have a Family member fighting cancer and it detoured our plans because she became very I'll. However we never stop praying for our family and friends. We'll meet up one day I'm sure but until then I look forward to that day that both our families do. Be Blessed Fritz my prayer for you is continue to Prosper this new year!!!
If you are looking to start working on your car, I would suggest that you do it. This is a great entry level job, just take your time and be patient with yourself
Ey! I just bought similar radio for my BMW serie 4 , I did just the same as you but I have no sound. Theres a Jack cable on my kit , does It goes to the aux? Thanks from Spain!!
Hi, great video install went well i just cant get my i drive system to display, every time i try to use it it comes up with “no signal”, do you know why this is? And can you help me?
Thanks for the video mate extremely helpful and it actually gave me the confidence to attempt the installation myself, which i did today. The only real issues I had was with disconnecting the Emergency light switch connector as I couldn't pop out the button itself to make it more accessible and trying to get the stereo system back in to its original position was very awkward due to all the additional wiring that is now there. After finally working that out the new screen switches on fine but I don't seem to have any sound and the cars main menu doesn't display when I hold down the menu button on the Idrive...Any ideas why that might be? Could it be because I forget to connect the fibre optic cable?
That's awesome! Only some cars have the fiber optic so you ,ight have to double check to see if yours does. The other thing to check is that you plugged in the AUX cord. Lmk if that helps
@@FritzRamos Thank you for your advice. My vehicle had the fibre optic cable so I relocated it to the new 40 pin female plug which has fixed the issue. Please Fritz I have another question...do I still need to connect the aux lead even if I can play music via bluetooth threw my phone? It works via the BMW original system but I have no sound when I play a movie via the android sytem.
@@vijaybadhan6410 If you have sound from the radio, your BT, and from the android unit (like the navigation - switch to aux mode even if you don't have the cable plugged in) then you don't need it. I didn't have to use mine, hopefully yours is the same
Ciao, ti ho seguito passo per passo e grazie a te sono riuscito ad eseguire l'installazione senza nessun problema... Ti ringrazio di cuore... Scrivo dall'italia...
I have a 2013 BMW 320i and the idrive screen keeps rebooting every 2 to 3 minutes. I took it to the dealship and they said the upper head units needs to be replace and it would cost $1,900. Looking at your video, sounds like I could purchase a new unit and it should work. I wanted to get some advise before purchasing a new head unit.
I have never heard of that issue before. If you wanted to get this head unit and it doesn't fix the problem you could always return it, since amazon has a 30 day return policy.
Hi guys! Super interested in getting this done. 2015 228i. I’m in the South Florida area should anyone be available to do this install. Happily compensate you for your time and effort. Thanks.
Really good video. Clear voice, perfect cuts... so I’m from Germany and last week I bought a BMW 118i 2017. First does anyone know if the car has CCC, CIC or NBT?
@@FritzRamos thx for your reply. My gosh that’s so complex. So as I learned I have NBT Evo ID6. But because the system has no Navigation im not able to buy Apple Carply via BMW directly. So I’m stuck with those MMI Aftermarket Boxes, because displays with Apple CarPlay integrated aren’t supported for NBT Evo id6. At Bimmertech I typed in my vin and they told me I also would have to have an coding session where they would activate my auxiliary so that the Aftermarket MMI could stream sound. I have no Aux port underneath my armrest so where should I plug this in? The thing is that Bimmertech cost twice or even more money for the MMI Box as others from ewaying or Aliexpress. I mean those are the same so what’s the point of spending 400$ more?
Thanks for video. All worked fine in installation. Only bit not perfect is sound. Music fine but singer voice seems echoed like sometimes broken headphone sound. Any hint.
Sweet head unit installation video! For those of us that's just watching you for the first time, what's the year and model of your BMW? And is this install going to differ across different year models? What differences can we look out for? One more question for us with brand new BMWs, how would this install affect our warranties? Thanks for puttin' this video out man, very helpful. Keep rockin' it!
Thanks man! You are always giving great feedback. I have a 2015 BMW m235i. The install should be the same for anyone with the screen that pops out of the dash, maybe some variation between aftermarket brands is all. I would imagine it voids the warranty but since it's all plug and play, if anything happens just pop your old one in 🤫(and it looks close to oem that they might not notice unless they're wiring in that specifically) or wait until the warranty is up, that's what I did.
Great video. Thank you for making this video I have the very same display but Carplar unit and was wondering how to install it on my BMW . The instructions that came with the unit are a bit rubbish. I can see now that if the vehicle has certain features already not all the wiring loom connectors have to be used.
You're welcome. The older models like mine need a dongle but I think the newer units use Zlink. Here is how I set mine up: ruclips.net/video/4ZfGKcxi1xk/видео.html
Fritz, where’d you shop around and research head units? I bought one of the earliest 2014 m235i’s in the US, with the 6.5” and basically no bells and whistles at all (not even bluetooth music). I’m considering the upgrade for: waze gps, bluetooth, wireless apple CarPlay etc. Seems impossible to know which of these screens are decent quality, good looking, and reliable. Anyway, enjoyed watching your videos - I know my way around RUclips enough to appreciate the time and effort put into getting all these angles and edits.
One important question; all the settings for the car are available in these aftermarket systems? For example changing setting for locking the vehicle withstand or blinking lights, and more?
Hi great video I just installed mine. I have a couple of questions: 1) I downloaded the Spotify app and signed in but when I hit play I am not getting any audio out of the speakers? 2) When using the mobile phone via bluetooth my friend could hear me but I could not hear them when the spoke back? Any advice or help you could give would be appreciated!!
Go to 2:47 of this video to access the headunits main menu. There you should select your cars bluetooth for phone calls as well as other features that you would like to adjust. As for the Audio from spotify, it channels in through the AUX source. ruclips.net/video/8NrPVNs2-Cc/видео.html
Nice video! I just bought a 116i 2012 and the screen is a bit dated. I want a screen that gives the option of all the BMW features but also has the android features. Where could I get this?
Great video. Thank you. If I have the GPS and Satellite radio in the car already, do I just connect those existing wires or do I need to use the ones that came with the head unit?
Hi Fritz, thanks for the video. I did the installation but the door indicator seems to be swapped around -- that is if the driver door is open then the unit indicates that the front passenger door is open. How can I swap these around?
My 8.8 NBT LCD Headunit Screen experienced sun damage from being under the sun for too long. Fortunately the computer components are fine so for me it’s more cost effective to replace the LCD screen with a new one. The LCD screen costs $70 which is significantly cheaper than buying a whole new head unit which would have set me back by at least $300
Hi. I have a BMW 2 series m sport 220d coupe and I don't have a navigation system in my car and I want to buy the screen which one you recommend for me
Dude, you make this looks easy. But I am afraid it a lot hard to put everything back and not mess up others factory function. Is it touch screen with newer version of I-drive manu? Anyone to help to install near Chicago burn? Thanks
Hey buddy, I like your job. Listen I have a question for you. I’ve got installed the same one and I don’t have back. Camera doesn’t work. It shows me the lines but not really the video. I’m not sure why.
Great video! I have a 2007 X5....the screen just when black! I'm thinking the head unit has gone bad! If that's the case...will a new upgrade even power up? Anyone? Thanks!
Hey, great video! But didn't you have to connect the new display to the aux on the main car? Or you don't care about hearing audio from the android system
Fritz Ramos I’m yet to purchase one, but because I’m from the UK I need one specially for RHD cars. All the ones that are for RHD cars need to be connected to the AUX which I feel is a bit cumbersome
@@KABUTO Hi Kabuto, If you contact the seller directly they are usually able to advise you on whether it is the correct fitment for your Vehicle. Have your Registration, Vehicle Model number, Vin number, exact year of manufacture and maybe send them a couple of pictures of your current Screen as well. I live in the U.K and my screen, which I purchased from Amazon fits perfectly. Last i checked they still have some in stock.
Hello.. I purchased a new aftermarket screen however I would prefer to have it 'professionally' installed. I live in the Sarasota/Bradenton Florida area. Can you recommend an installer that could do the work for me? Thank you!!
Fritz could you do a video possibly on the catalyst downpipe passing state inspections? I know there’s a way when you’re tuning the vehicle I’m just not for sure if boot mod three has it
I see that you installed the GPS antenna inside the dash....is this ok and it works like I champ?...I ask this because some manufacturer's would want you to expose the antenna, like on to p of the dash. Also; can you confirm that all the basic BMW menus and features work?...I'm interested in buying it but mainly for: 1. Having a bigger screen 2. Having a touchscreen 3. Having Apple car play wired. I don't have an android but may use that side too.
I haven't had problems with the antenna, but there is enough slack to get it placed anywhere you want. All original features work if you want carplay make sure to get the single and software, ruclips.net/video/4ZfGKcxi1xk/видео.html
@@FritzRamos Cool, I'm looking and studying the retrofit from www.carnaviplayer.com/bmw-x3f25x4f26-2011-2017-radio-upgrade-with-1025-screen-p-1255 I'll be writing them an e-mail to ask a few questions but thanks for the info.
Hello my friend, thanks for your videos! I have a F22 and i want install a android screen with apple car play, mirror screen, etc. Its possible wit your screen?
Great vid!! Question.. I have a 2013 320i XDrive twin turbo... basic screen.. no nav.. no back up camera.. I'm in the U.S. think it's the F30... what screen can I buy ? Any help appreciated.. want to install myself..just wanna get the correct Head unit.
Just subbed. Do you know anyone in Calgary, AB Canada to do this?
I don't, but let's pin your comment and see if someone there can help you.
@@FritzRamos any in miami florida tbat can help me with that installation?
@@Ghostlygt-x9c Hey just called up a shop called ciro's that does the installation for ~250
A shop called ciro's auto in miami fl
@@iGotSub Thanks for sharing
Fritz, I know your video is 2 years old and I’m new To your channel so I’d not know much about you or how you run this thing. Hopefully you still get notices when people add comments like this even 2 years later. What I want to say above all else is your comments about building a community and trying to find someone to help a viewer in the viewers area if they scared to do the project your taking on. How awesome. As human being I think we are suppose to do things just like you suggested and help the next person out. If everyone single living person took that on and effectively paid it forward finding the next person who needs support and helping them through it. Think about what kind of world we’d be living in if everyone was so community minded and giving freely of themselves. I’m so glad you approached it that way and if I can ever be of service to others, I hope people will let me know how I can help. Thanks for the video and more importantly, thanks for being you!!!
I watched the Bimmertec video on installing their Android head unit which I found a little discouraging - but watching you do it on an actual 235i made it seem a lot less challenging. I'm glad I found your channel.
Did you ever figure it out? I ordered from BT but figured audio shouldn’t be affected since you’re not really changing the head unit. You’re only changing the screen so it should still sound exactly the same
@@luise3618 no, the screen is connected to the original sound system via aux, so the headunit is doing a Digital to Analog conversion and the DAC isnt as good as BMW original so there will be degradation but I doubt people can notice.
I just think it's amazing how you're offering to help people find people that can install for them. Very communal. I like this channel. Subbing!!!!
Thank you! I hope it helps and that you are able to help others as well.
I just test drove a 228i and an M235. Definitely looking to purchase the M235 in the next coming months. I was wondering about the radio upgrade! So excited to get mine!! Thanks for the video!
If you have the small screen this is an upgrade you won't regret. ruclips.net/video/4NLzSvcacMY/видео.html
Thank you so much, my dad has been begging me to fit this for his f30 and ordered the same screen as you tysm
No problem. Let me know if you need help along the way
@@FritzRamos so I have navigation on my car, it's the same installation??? Or there's is something different??? I will install the Android auto retrofit and will like to install a touch screen display
Great video, thankyou! I'm from Australia and just finished installing my unit with carplay in my F30 with no problems.
Glad it helped. Let me know if you need anything
Hi mate, I’m in Australia too. Where did you buy your unit from?
Hi @talunjames3514, I am from Western Australia, same question where did you buy the new screen from?
Just wondering how this unit is holding up after 3 years??
Just ordered everything to do this and bleed my brakes, thanks for your awesome videos
Hey man, my huge thanks for this video. I bought a similar unit for a BMW F20 116 from 2013. The screen is similar but not exactly the same one.
I followed this video and the instalation was very smooth. Also thanks for pointing out that some veichles have a fiber cable that needs to be re-routed towards the new connector, mine had those indeed!
Glad the video was able to help you even though it wasn't the exact same model.
I got 116i 2012 (UK). Where did you buy iDrive from?
@LolMatey I also have a 116i F20 2012, also not sure how to upgrade the iDrive
Wow this was awesome. You won me over in ONE video.
Wow, thank you!
Hey Fritz, thanks for this Video. I have the same system, is this NBT or CIC?
I wanna buy a screen like this, but don't know the system.
Or where i have to look to see which system it is?
I am wondering the same thing.
I have CIC
Is there any differences if you have the Harman Kardon sound system apart moving the optical cable? Also how is the true sound quality affected while having the HK sound system along with this as I am worried about sound degradation? Lots of models say its not affected but I have seen many examples where the sound quality is considerably poorer than than the standard HU with HK.
Hey Fritz,
Just wanted to say Happy New Year my friend. My wife and I came to Cali over the Christmas Holiday to stay with her dog while they were in Dubai, However, the rain sent us packing back to Phoenix where we brought in the New Year! Hope all is going well for you and your fam for this new year and may you as the Great Man you are Prosper Abundantly! God speed... And as always GREAT VIDEO!
Thank you, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! I'm glad to hear that your travels went safely. Where in California did you go? I'm from the East Bay. Thank you for your support, happy I was able to help!
@@FritzRamos we were in LA just a distance from the Hollywood display on the hill...
I'll actually be in Southern California next month! Do you ever travel up to the bay area?
@@FritzRamos Good Day Sir,
Yes I / We have.. We were suppose to be in San Diego this weekend but we have a Family member fighting cancer and it detoured our plans because she became very I'll. However we never stop praying for our family and friends. We'll meet up one day I'm sure but until then I look forward to that day that both our families do. Be Blessed Fritz my prayer for you is continue to Prosper this new year!!!
I will look forward to that day as well. Hope all is well with your family and that everyone got to spend quality time together.
In my car i dont have navigation included. Do i have navigation system when i install this Android screen?
Yes you do
Been watching a lot of your vids and just subbed! Good stuff. I want to do it for my F30 but am a bit nervous to do it myself. I am from Indianapolis
If you are looking to start working on your car, I would suggest that you do it. This is a great entry level job, just take your time and be patient with yourself
Ey! I just bought similar radio for my BMW serie 4 , I did just the same as you but I have no sound. Theres a Jack cable on my kit , does It goes to the aux? Thanks from Spain!!
Yes, but if your radio and bluetooth play without it inserted then you don't need it.
If you don’t have the fibre optic cable, most likely you’ll need to plug in the aux cable right?
I just don’t like the fact that I need to plug in the aux to armrest, I’d have to run the wire under the central console which sounds messy
Hi, great video install went well i just cant get my i drive system to display, every time i try to use it it comes up with “no signal”, do you know why this is? And can you help me?
Double check that theh in and out cables are properly routed and fully engaged. Do you have audio?
Thanks for the video mate extremely helpful and it actually gave me the confidence to attempt the installation myself, which i did today. The only real issues I had was with disconnecting the Emergency light switch connector as I couldn't pop out the button itself to make it more accessible and trying to get the stereo system back in to its original position was very awkward due to all the additional wiring that is now there. After finally working that out the new screen switches on fine but I don't seem to have any sound and the cars main menu doesn't display when I hold down the menu button on the Idrive...Any ideas why that might be? Could it be because I forget to connect the fibre optic cable?
That's awesome! Only some cars have the fiber optic so you ,ight have to double check to see if yours does. The other thing to check is that you plugged in the AUX cord. Lmk if that helps
@@FritzRamos Thank you for your advice. My vehicle had the fibre optic cable so I relocated it to the new 40 pin female plug which has fixed the issue. Please Fritz I have another question...do I still need to connect the aux lead even if I can play music via bluetooth threw my phone? It works via the BMW original system but I have no sound when I play a movie via the android sytem.
@@vijaybadhan6410 If you have sound from the radio, your BT, and from the android unit (like the navigation - switch to aux mode even if you don't have the cable plugged in) then you don't need it. I didn't have to use mine, hopefully yours is the same
@@FritzRamos Hi Fritz thanks, that suggestion worked perfectly. I now have a fully functional system.
@@vijaybadhan6410 Glad it worked out. If you need anything else please feel free to reach out.
Great video, this is definitely an upgrade I will be doing this year.
You'll love it. Most useful upgrade I've done.
Ciao, ti ho seguito passo per passo e grazie a te sono riuscito ad eseguire l'installazione senza nessun problema... Ti ringrazio di cuore... Scrivo dall'italia...
Thank you from Portugal very interesting and easily to understand
Glad it was helpful! Let me know how it goes for you
@@FritzRamos I don't buy yet but your video it will be easy
Just installed mine yesterday , super easy, thanks to you video... thanks Fritz...
That's awesome! So glad to hear that and happy to help. Let me know if you need anything else 👍
Did you need to do anything to activate gps system stays offline for me ?
@@emocookie4life Did you connect the head unit to your phone's hotspot?
Fritz Ramos yes I did. It works threw my phones hotspot. Thought the module itself gave out internet for GPS though?
@@emocookie4life It does but If you don't have hotspot on to update the maps and read traffic that warning comes up
Crazy how these screens were $600 they're now like $200. A must have for all bmw owners
Great job Fritz! Liked and Subscribed!👍🏽
Hi Ramos, great video how to install,but can you tell me how to find the radio tile?there is no radio bottom to choose to
What radio button are you referring to?
Thanks for the video bro. Keep them coming!!!
More to come!
I have a 2013 BMW 320i and the idrive screen keeps rebooting every 2 to 3 minutes. I took it to the dealship and they said the upper head units needs to be replace and it would cost $1,900. Looking at your video, sounds like I could purchase a new unit and it should work. I wanted to get some advise before purchasing a new head unit.
I have never heard of that issue before. If you wanted to get this head unit and it doesn't fix the problem you could always return it, since amazon has a 30 day return policy.
Hi guys! Super interested in getting this done. 2015 228i. I’m in the South Florida area should anyone be available to do this install. Happily compensate you for your time and effort. Thanks.
Dude. Just subbed. Lots of useful info!!!
Love your channel, all the info I need for this head unit I'm going to buy
Thank you. Glad you found it useful
Thank you for the video, is a relief to see I can do it myself,
Tank you for your video..It was very easy for me to change the radio 👍
Really good video. Clear voice, perfect cuts... so I’m from Germany and last week I bought a BMW 118i 2017. First does anyone know if the car has CCC, CIC or NBT?
Thank you. Here's something that might help you out.
www.bimmer-tech.net/blog/item/54-bmw-cic-nbt-nbtevo
@@FritzRamos thx for your reply. My gosh that’s so complex. So as I learned I have NBT Evo ID6. But because the system has no Navigation im not able to buy Apple Carply via BMW directly. So I’m stuck with those MMI Aftermarket Boxes, because displays with Apple CarPlay integrated aren’t supported for NBT Evo id6.
At Bimmertech I typed in my vin and they told me I also would have to have an coding session where they would activate my auxiliary so that the Aftermarket MMI could stream sound. I have no Aux port underneath my armrest so where should I plug this in?
The thing is that Bimmertech cost twice or even more money for the MMI Box as others from ewaying or Aliexpress. I mean those are the same so what’s the point of spending 400$ more?
Im confused. Should I buy an Aftermarket Box for ~200$ or Bimmertech for 750$.
@@saschazink1855 this might ruclips.net/video/4NLzSvcacMY/видео.html
Thanks for video. All worked fine in installation. Only bit not perfect is sound. Music fine but singer voice seems echoed like sometimes broken headphone sound.
Any hint.
I think I followed all the steps correctly. The only issue is no sound and NO radio stations. Please advise.
Sweet head unit installation video! For those of us that's just watching you for the first time, what's the year and model of your BMW? And is this install going to differ across different year models? What differences can we look out for?
One more question for us with brand new BMWs, how would this install affect our warranties? Thanks for puttin' this video out man, very helpful. Keep rockin' it!
Thanks man! You are always giving great feedback.
I have a 2015 BMW m235i. The install should be the same for anyone with the screen that pops out of the dash, maybe some variation between aftermarket brands is all.
I would imagine it voids the warranty but since it's all plug and play, if anything happens just pop your old one in 🤫(and it looks close to oem that they might not notice unless they're wiring in that specifically) or wait until the warranty is up, that's what I did.
Great video. But I have one question...have you done a tutorial for Bmw f20 2012 without screen?
Thank you and I have not. This is the one where you have a cut out template right?
Fritz Ramos yes
Great video. Thank you for making this video I have the very same display but Carplar unit and was wondering how to install it on my BMW . The instructions that came with the unit are a bit rubbish. I can see now that if the vehicle has certain features already not all the wiring loom connectors have to be used.
You're welcome. The older models like mine need a dongle but I think the newer units use Zlink. Here is how I set mine up: ruclips.net/video/4ZfGKcxi1xk/видео.html
Fritz, where’d you shop around and research head units? I bought one of the earliest 2014 m235i’s in the US, with the 6.5” and basically no bells and whistles at all (not even bluetooth music). I’m considering the upgrade for: waze gps, bluetooth, wireless apple CarPlay etc. Seems impossible to know which of these screens are decent quality, good looking, and reliable. Anyway, enjoyed watching your videos - I know my way around RUclips enough to appreciate the time and effort put into getting all these angles and edits.
Yo SO rock bro, new subscriber 🤙
Thank you I appreciate it
Love your video and the community that is bein build ,thanks
One important question; all the settings for the car are available in these aftermarket systems? For example changing setting for locking the vehicle withstand or blinking lights, and more?
Does the idrive side still show you information about the car like service, oil etc
Yes all OEM functions are maintained ruclips.net/video/MZ65q4_4Vxg/видео.html
Been stuck on the first connector for 2 hours have no clue how you got it out so easily
YOUR VIDEOS ARE GREATTTTT
Hi my name is Jose and I would like to update my screen but I don't feel that I can do it help please . Dallas tx
Hi Fritz,..Do u know how to open the slot that we fit in the SIM card? Can you show us? Thanks yea
Should be able to pry it open with your fingernail.
Hi Great video but can I ask have you tried to activate video in motion
Hey sir, amazing video. I just still have one doubt, where do you connect the P2 P2 (auxiliar) cable ?
Under the arm rest but not every car needs to
Great video. For some reason I’m getting ‘no signal’ . The new unit powers up just not connecting to the BMW.
Did you ever figure out the issue. Mine is doing the same thing.. no idrive
Hi . I purchase the product form this video and when I installed everything I wasn’t able to see my rear camera and I did have no navigation or map
ruclips.net/video/MZ65q4_4Vxg/видео.html
There's a section covering both topics in this video. Hope it helps.
Hi... Great video... Wondering what else I would need to add Apple Carplay?
Just one more thing: ruclips.net/video/4ZfGKcxi1xk/видео.html
Got this and is all fitted, can you play music through Bluetooth with it as it shows as a headset and the music doesn’t play but RUclips Audio works?
You can you just have to select the hadunit's bluetooth under settings.
Mate, you made this look easy. My 316i radio does not display.
Hi, great video. I have a 4 series which I love but no voice command! Is there an upgrade you know of to make it work? Thanks Al UK
It uses the original microphone and speakers from the car?
It uses the built in microphone. The GPS uses the front driver's side speaker and music uses the cars speakers as normal.
Hi great video I just installed mine. I have a couple of questions:
1) I downloaded the Spotify app and signed in but when I hit play I am not getting any audio out of the speakers?
2) When using the mobile phone via bluetooth my friend could hear me but I could not hear them when the spoke back?
Any advice or help you could give would be appreciated!!
Go to 2:47 of this video to access the headunits main menu. There you should select your cars bluetooth for phone calls as well as other features that you would like to adjust. As for the Audio from spotify, it channels in through the AUX source. ruclips.net/video/8NrPVNs2-Cc/видео.html
Does the screen need coding in at all? I assume the IDrive wheel controls the new screen?
Thanks for the video. I need this for F21. in Frankfurt Germany. I would also like to add rearview cam.
Does the link in the description allow you to ship to Germany?
@Aaryan did you manage to find someone?
Moin, hast du es letztendlich gekauft, wenn ja, wie ist es?
Amazing. Where did you put the usb cables?
Great vid. Also how would I install car play to this if I wanted too
Hello thx for the show, does it keep your garage visits information with support and maintenance info save on the new screen?
It can if you download an app tracker, but the stock system also has a tracker
Nice video! I just bought a 116i 2012 and the screen is a bit dated. I want a screen that gives the option of all the BMW features but also has the android features. Where could I get this?
This should work amzn.to/2QMNkxm
@@FritzRamos thanks very much
@@sulaymanjanjua5700 you're welcome. Let me know how it goes
Amazing video!! Does the display come with CarPlay integrated?? If not, how would you go about installing it to the device?
Thank you. It does not, but you can add it as I did here: ruclips.net/video/4ZfGKcxi1xk/видео.html
I was thinking of installing this and a mmi box
Would I still be able to do both ?
I would do one or the other and save money. If you have the small screen go with the android screen. If you have the bigger oem screen go for the mmi
@@FritzRamos exactly, with smaller screen the experience is still terrible
Great video. Thank you. If I have the GPS and Satellite radio in the car already, do I just connect those existing wires or do I need to use the ones that came with the head unit?
KMEL 106.1 - I remember the day they went on the air in the 70's. First song? Feels Like the First Time by Foreigner. How appropriate.
Hi Fritz, thanks for the video. I did the installation but the door indicator seems to be swapped around -- that is if the driver door is open then the unit indicates that the front passenger door is open. How can I swap these around?
Great video Fritz! I have a 2015 F22 with with bluetooth, but no backup camera. What else would I need to purchase? Any recommendations?
You would need an after market backup camera to hook up to the android unit. amzn.to/2XUZ1pE
can you possibly comment on reliability of this unit or if any other choices seem appealing?
brother, and I bought one and everything is fine except that the voice of the navigator guide cannot be heard
Thanks for sharing 👍. Not bad for DIY
Thanks for watching
@@FritzRamos
I have a 2017 238i going to upgrade my xdrive. Problem is still on factory warranty
How about the other services for example check tire pressure or oil would they stay ?
All OEM functions remain
My 8.8 NBT LCD Headunit Screen experienced sun damage from being under the sun for too long. Fortunately the computer components are fine so for me it’s more cost effective to replace the LCD screen with a new one. The LCD screen costs $70 which is significantly cheaper than buying a whole new head unit which would have set me back by at least $300
Hi. I have a BMW 2 series m sport 220d coupe and I don't have a navigation system in my car and I want to buy the screen which one you recommend for me
Do you just want a bigger screen? Or more features? Or something else?
bmw 2181 i have not the navigation in my car, can i also use this one,you show in this video thanks from germany
Yes you can, this kit includes a GPS antenna for that function
Dude, you make this looks easy. But I am afraid it a lot hard to put everything back and not mess up others factory function. Is it touch screen with newer version of I-drive manu? Anyone to help to install near Chicago burn? Thanks
It's pretty simple, I'm sure you can do it. If you are really worried use hand tools.
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I have a 2018 BMW X1, and the sound and GPS won't work, can you help advice what I might of done wrong? Or any help??
Did you connect the optical cable and aux? ruclips.net/video/-tNIehvdxQU/видео.html
Hey buddy, I like your job. Listen I have a question for you. I’ve got installed the same one and I don’t have back. Camera doesn’t work. It shows me the lines but not really the video. I’m not sure why.
Great video! I have a 2007 X5....the screen just when black! I'm thinking the head unit has gone bad! If that's the case...will a new upgrade even power up? Anyone? Thanks!
I am in Tampa Florida, where is a good place to order a new screen? My screen has what look like condensation. I have a 2013 328i
Excellent video! thanks for sharing!
Just wondering if this screen display has the Apple car play option?
Hey, great video! But didn't you have to connect the new display to the aux on the main car? Or you don't care about hearing audio from the android system
Thanks for the support. After testing out the unit, I didn't need to. Maybe it's just for some models? Did you have to connect yours?
Fritz Ramos I’m yet to purchase one, but because I’m from the UK I need one specially for RHD cars. All the ones that are for RHD cars need to be connected to the AUX which I feel is a bit cumbersome
Really? Are the connections different?
Fritz Ramos Nope, just the plastic on the back. The triangle is flipped. Mine is an F20 BMW
@@KABUTO Hi Kabuto, If you contact the seller directly they are usually able to advise you on whether it is the correct fitment for your Vehicle. Have your Registration, Vehicle Model number, Vin number, exact year of manufacture and maybe send them a couple of pictures of your current Screen as well. I live in the U.K and my screen, which I purchased from Amazon fits perfectly. Last i checked they still have some in stock.
Great job buddy
Thanks 👍
Hello.. I purchased a new aftermarket screen however I would prefer to have it 'professionally' installed. I live in the Sarasota/Bradenton Florida area. Can you recommend an installer that could do the work for me? Thank you!!
Hi! i need to know if there is still service book in this radio ? so my service can upload things... ? :D thx and nice video !!!
All OEM functions should still work
Great vid. But how does the internet connection works? Do I need too connect my phone’s hotspot?
Yes, you will need to share your hotspot. You can buy them from bmods.co.uk
Great video mate!
Thanks a lot! hope it helped
Fritz could you do a video possibly on the catalyst downpipe passing state inspections? I know there’s a way when you’re tuning the vehicle I’m just not for sure if boot mod three has it
Great Video Fritz! Do you have any other recommendations for other head units? The Koason seem to be sold out everywhere.
Just spoke with the distributer. They should be having some in stock this week
You can get one from bmods.co.uk/,
Awesome Video. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for watching. Sometimes the more affordable aftermarket piece is the way to go
I see that you installed the GPS antenna inside the dash....is this ok and it works like I champ?...I ask this because some manufacturer's would want you to expose the antenna, like on to p of the dash.
Also; can you confirm that all the basic BMW menus and features work?...I'm interested in buying it but mainly for: 1. Having a bigger screen 2. Having a touchscreen 3. Having Apple car play wired. I don't have an android but may use that side too.
I haven't had problems with the antenna, but there is enough slack to get it placed anywhere you want.
All original features work if you want carplay make sure to get the single and software, ruclips.net/video/4ZfGKcxi1xk/видео.html
@@FritzRamos Cool, I'm looking and studying the retrofit from
www.carnaviplayer.com/bmw-x3f25x4f26-2011-2017-radio-upgrade-with-1025-screen-p-1255
I'll be writing them an e-mail to ask a few questions but thanks for the info.
@@odieman23 no problem
Hi, Any advice on same features for F25 ? Can't seems to find any videos for F25 for same feature upgrade
Great video. Thanks for sharing.
Going to get one of these units for my sons 2014 1 series. Will it fit okay?
It should. Just make sure when you buy it that it's specifically designed for the 1 series.
Yes,you can get one from bmods.co.uk
Hey Fritz I’m running a jb4 and I’m just curious on what’s a typical air fuel ratio for the N55 everyone says it runs leaner than normal
Hello my friend, thanks for your videos! I have a F22 and i want install a android screen with apple car play, mirror screen, etc. Its possible wit your screen?
Hi there very useful video, thank you. Can you please let me know which one should I buy for my BMW X1 SDrive?
Thank you.
Great vid!! Question.. I have a 2013 320i XDrive twin turbo... basic screen.. no nav.. no back up camera.. I'm in the U.S. think it's the F30... what screen can I buy ? Any help appreciated.. want to install myself..just wanna get the correct Head unit.
hi fritz, great video, I was wondering if I can use the same screen for my 4 serie 430i 2019.?
Is there a new upgrade screen fritz for 2016 bmw x6? Where to buy? Thank you