Great review! One thing I don't understand with this unit is the included GPS antenna. I don't really see its function since the only way for Google maps to work for me is via wifi or while connected to car play or android connect. So unless there's a dedicated offline navigation software installed, it has no navigation function unless you're connected to your phone. I maybe wrong though.
Yeah I don't fully understand either. I normally use the screen mirror function so Google Maps uses thr signal from the phone. As you said, you can download offline maps but I've not tried this yet.
@howarddavies136 I think it's alright. I don't watch videos on it but Google Maps displays just fine when using Android Auto. It hasn't got super deep blacks like an oled but it's alright.
@@alexrudavin540 thanks. Is it bright enough in daylight, or does it get washed out? I can't even use mine for navigation in the day because the glare is so bad.
@howarddavies136 yeah I find it bright enough during the day. It also has an auto dimming function that works with the headlight switch through the CANBUS.
I use Google Maps with the Android Auto. So I first enable location on my phone, then enter the route in Maps and then connect the phone to the headunit and it shows the Maps on the display. It works well in my experience.
My trim peace’s don’t sit flush idk why, can you tell me if you put the unit behind the air vent screws, infront or if you just cut the sides to help it fit
I think the head unit mounting tabs go under the vent tabs but I cannot remember 100% as it was a while back. About the central trim piece- it was a bit tricky to jiggle it in place behind the screen. You just need to loosen the screws. Also, if you look closely over the mounting tabs at the back of the trim piece, you should see that it actually "pops" over the silver metal pins that hold the adjacent trim strips in place. Once you've seen it give the trim a firm tap to pop it in place and it should be flush.
@@alexrudavin540 thank you for the response, I’ve notice another problem I have currently, my wifi connects but it doesn’t allow internet. Wanted to know if your unit automatically started working with internet or you had to enable something in setting for it to grab internet?
I don't really use wifi on mine for internet use etc. Wifi does come on automatically though when you use Google Auto and Zlinks to mirror your phone screen to the head unit.
I just plugged everything in with the harness that was supplied in the box and they worked. Perhaps you need to check the canbus settings on the head unit, as there are options for different models. Or email Eonon for help. I did a stupid thing on mine and changed the resolution and ended up with a black screen lol. Eonon helped me to reset the head unit by sending me some files to save on a USB stick that I then plugged into the head unit.
You're the man for this bud. Thank you
Great review! One thing I don't understand with this unit is the included GPS antenna. I don't really see its function since the only way for Google maps to work for me is via wifi or while connected to car play or android connect. So unless there's a dedicated offline navigation software installed, it has no navigation function unless you're connected to your phone. I maybe wrong though.
Yeah I don't fully understand either. I normally use the screen mirror function so Google Maps uses thr signal from the phone. As you said, you can download offline maps but I've not tried this yet.
How is the screen contrast? I have an older model and it is too dim in the day and way too bright at night.
@howarddavies136 I think it's alright. I don't watch videos on it but Google Maps displays just fine when using Android Auto. It hasn't got super deep blacks like an oled but it's alright.
@@alexrudavin540 thanks. Is it bright enough in daylight, or does it get washed out? I can't even use mine for navigation in the day because the glare is so bad.
@howarddavies136 yeah I find it bright enough during the day. It also has an auto dimming function that works with the headlight switch through the CANBUS.
Buddy is there dab on this head unit. I bought the same one but unfortunately couldn't see dab on it😢
@mortezarahamian6203 I think you have to buy a separate plug in module and antenna for this from their web shop.
thanks for the video bud, i wanted to ask how the google map runs, is it accurate and does it tun smoothly when in use, having no lag?
I use Google Maps with the Android Auto. So I first enable location on my phone, then enter the route in Maps and then connect the phone to the headunit and it shows the Maps on the display. It works well in my experience.
My trim peace’s don’t sit flush idk why, can you tell me if you put the unit behind the air vent screws, infront or if you just cut the sides to help it fit
I think the head unit mounting tabs go under the vent tabs but I cannot remember 100% as it was a while back. About the central trim piece- it was a bit tricky to jiggle it in place behind the screen. You just need to loosen the screws. Also, if you look closely over the mounting tabs at the back of the trim piece, you should see that it actually "pops" over the silver metal pins that hold the adjacent trim strips in place. Once you've seen it give the trim a firm tap to pop it in place and it should be flush.
@@alexrudavin540 thank you for the response, I’ve notice another problem I have currently, my wifi connects but it doesn’t allow internet. Wanted to know if your unit automatically started working with internet or you had to enable something in setting for it to grab internet?
I don't really use wifi on mine for internet use etc. Wifi does come on automatically though when you use Google Auto and Zlinks to mirror your phone screen to the head unit.
@@alexrudavin540 okay, thank you
How did you get the steering wheel controls to work? I installed mine, and they didn't really work.
I just plugged everything in with the harness that was supplied in the box and they worked. Perhaps you need to check the canbus settings on the head unit, as there are options for different models. Or email Eonon for help. I did a stupid thing on mine and changed the resolution and ended up with a black screen lol. Eonon helped me to reset the head unit by sending me some files to save on a USB stick that I then plugged into the head unit.
Did you manage to get the steering wheel controls working ?
does the head unit fit on a 2006 330ci?
If it is an e46 then I would imagine it would fit. However Eonon website suggests up to 2005 so it might be best to contact them to confirm.
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