How to install an RSNAV (or similar) Android Head Unit on your C7 Audi.
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- Опубликовано: 15 окт 2022
- The Company Seicane reached out to us and asked to send over their 10.25" android Touch Screen display for the C7. This unit has worked great for me, but other people recurve different units with bad software & Seicane did not fix the problems for these people. As such I have removed their product link.
You can still use this video to install an RSNAV product the same way.
Settings & Features Video: bit.ly/3VUlE9X
Helpful Resources
-Wiring Explanation: rsnavwiki.com/images/3/32/Exa...
-RSNAV Installation PDF: bit.ly/3D1MSnV 
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That screen really does improve the look of the interior and makes it look much more aesthetically pleasing.
so excited to see what you think of this unit long term as well as the video taking about how to use the system.
Fantastic job you did Cameron, I have installed RS Nav for my car, and I had to go between various videos to install it. For anyone who is looking to install this or an RS Nav they can just watch this great video. As always you do a superior job of DIY!
Thank you! 🙌🏻
@@AudiC7Owners any recommendations for a SD card map upgrade supplier C7 2012 ?
Thanks in advance
Yes! Check out our video on updating your mmi. The nav man makes it really easy
I am ready to order however no response for them on questions. How is their support ? Also what was the shipping time like
@@karimowhite you talking about RSNav product?
As always a great tutorial vid. Thanks for breaking thing down as you go. Huge confidence builder while working on my 2018 A7, everything from brakes, supercharger issue, exhaust, mods...its beer time! Monster thanks !
I looked at this. Does it work for our years?
If you guys have a 2016+ C7.5, you can get your mmi updated to run carplay. Check out our MMI update video
@@AudiC7Owners I have carplay.
I have a 2015 a4s what would you recommend for an upgrade on the mmi?
@@xcristal69x check out the Audi C7 Owners channel for a link for the MMi update first then grab the 10 inch screen. The 12.3 might be too big. Also make sure you look for and compare the Android 10 and Android 11 versions, stability is key
thanks for the deep dive video on this, considering buying an RSNav S4 and wanted to make sure the installation is in my wheelhouse before dropping 800 bucks on it
Another intuitive video!!! Thanks for all you do.
Omg!!!!! I have been looking for something like this for years! I can’t believe I ran across your video
Nice install. Looks tidy and the bigger screen is attractive. My A7 doesn’t have a reverse camera so that part would be redundant on mine. Easy to install though., from the looks of things. Always here worrying things about ‘bricking’ the MMI. Glad that’s not the case here. Thought I heard the end a Rammstein song to. Pantera fan too. No bad thing either. 🤘 🤙
This really helped me installing the RSNAV S4 Pro 12.3" for my A6 C7. Great work.
Love how the manufacturer uses this and the other video is embedded on their site for this head unit.
I have navigation plus and I love having the hidden screen function.
Great video thanks! I’m considering one of these for my C7 RS6 and this will really help the install. I did have to fast forward where you had your head unit on your unprotected shifter 😮. I would throw a couple of beach towels over the work area first.
That is definitely good idea haha
VERY helpful video, I have been trying to decide whether or not to purchase one…
Merci beaucoup pour ta vidéo!!! Je n'aurais jamais réussi à installer sans ton aide! 🙏🙏🙏
Update: Seicane did not do enough to remedy the problems many of you were having with their customer service. As such I have removed their product link from the description. You can still use this video to install any other similar head unit like RSNAV.
this is exactly what im experiencing..been fighting with it for a week now, please keep me posted!!
i purchased it through the link on this video, but it almost seems like they sent me one designed for a different country? it looks like yours but dosent function the same,its missing some features and no way to download common apps? been going back and forth with siecane but cant get a strait answer...
@@robertwalker8052 I'm waiting on a reply right now. If they don't fix the issues I'll remove the link to purchase.
if I can't get it working right in the next week or 2 I'm just gonna request to return it and go with the RSnav...seems like they have the system figured out alot better. hopefully its not a fight trying to return it for a refund...thank you for checking into the issues, really appreciate the help!!
After speaking with my rep, it seems that they are aware that a few units got shipped out that should not have been. It seems that they are trying to make things correct with customers, so hopefully they will do right by you. Please let me know what happens in your case.
Nice. I have one sitting in the cart but haven't ordered it yet
Thanks, man!
Your video helped a lot with the assembly. Otherwise it would have been a disaster.
Glad it helped!
Great video as always! Interesting, always looking for upgrades to my c7.5. Do you still have the centre speedo display upgrade? How's that working out?
It has the speedo/tach display & they appear to work, but I don't leave it on that app
wow
I bought a similar styled/priced 8in android unit off Aliexpress for my 18' A7 (to retain the folding effect). The things I noticed were:
- Difficulty playing music, in android mode. When I did adjust the settings to get it to play, the quality was noticeably poorer.
- When in android mode, the on-screen temperature shown when it's changed would show in celsius, with no way to change it...
- Auto brightness not lowering enough at night, so manual adjustment had to be done.
- Wifi stopped working within the first week.
- Lastly no instructions...
Hoping to see if yours turns out better in the coming weeks. Because it has the potential to be great. And the 10in does look better than I thought. Almost BMW-esque
Since you have a C7.5, you should just get the oem update from Ben Weaving Ave activate carplay/AA with the oem unit.
@@AudiC7Owners will look into once I change my PCV, starting to act up at 68k lol
Hi great vid. I installed similar unit to get CarPlay. This works great, however I seem to get an annoying echo when using this unit for phone calls. How is that for you? I mounted the mic in the overhead console next to the oem mic. Cheers & keep up good work
I don't have any echo at all, but this system uses the oem mic
Great video once again!!
Thank you!
Mr C7
Another good one as usual👍🏾
I think I might just update my MMI as shown in your other video
Thanks man!
@@AudiC7Owners Also! If any of your master mechanic brothers have a channel dealing with obd11 code p2024 fuel vapor temp sensor or fuel pump assembly components that I can sub it would be greatly appreciated 👍🏾
I have a similar system and I can't figure out what holds the screen into the dash. Does it clip or screw in. Right now mine is free floating.
Hi i have a c7 2015 RMC and thinking of upgrading to this screen, just have a question, this screen doesn't hide in and out like the original screen does it?
I looked on the website. Will this work for the 2018 model year.? I saw it said 2012 to 2015
Hi, what is qualitty of microphone? What is different between original at audi VS android radio? Because original are very very good, they have clean a clear voice. Thank you for answer Lukas
Do you know if your method of routing the OEM quadlock through the kickpanel near the steering would work on a D4 A/S8 by chance? If so, then you are a saint because that quadlock clearance issue is the only thing stopping me from installing a CP retrofit in my car.
Honestly I'm unsure as I have no experience working on that car. But it shouldn't be too difficult to try it! Let me know how it goes
Thanks for video bro. Did you install an external microphone, or are you using the onboard one? "Ok Google" and other applications with sound recording do not work for me.
I am just using the one in the car
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Hello, I've just installed a similar unit. But the auto start stop and wing are not working. Any help would be appreciated
What's the name of the cord that goes into the blue plug on the back of the unit?
Great video, thanks. I notice you still had power on whilst installing the unit. Did you not disconnect the battery?
Nope. No need
@@AudiC7Owners Awesome, also do you know if the Audi units need a security code when reinstalled? Not sure if I have one in my documents
The one that came with your car won't need a code.
If you put one in from another audi you will likely have to go somewhere that has odis to have component protection removed.
@@AudiC7Owners Thanks for your help
I have the newer navigation, it has the latest tempa on (ui style) I want the old theme, it doesn't show it, any idea? maybe you have the launcher?
I wish I had this tutorial when I installed my RSnav a year ago it was a pain.
I use wireless CarPlay and the only way that I can get sound to work is if I go to my Bluetooth and switch back to my cars Bluetooth instead of the CarPlay Bluetooth. Been doing this every single time I start my car for over a year. It’s annoying but I really don’t know how to fix it so that the audio plays thru CarPlay instead of just stock cars Bluetooth so I don’t have to switch it every single time
I got the audio fixed. Gonna cover it in a follow up video
Will it fit on Audi A7 2012?
Great video! I installed it with ease. But I ran into one issue, once I took out the panel underneath the steering wheel the airbag warning light came on and I cannot get it to clear. Any suggestions? Thanks again for all the vids! Audi owners appreciate it.
Double check all your connections to make sure nothing is loose.
Will your virtual cockpit mirror this? I have the RSNAV and I'm considering adding the virtual cockpit if the mirror function works with the RSNAV.
I removed my virtual cockpit because I never used it.
So its been over a year, are you still using this?
How have the antennas performed being tucked in the top there? I have seen others run them up the pillar and in to the roof. I’m about to tackle my own install.
I haven't had any issues.
thanks for the great videos! I've been wanting to upgrade the mmi on my 14' a6 for awile...do you have a link to purchase this one ? or recommendations on any other units ? thanks again!!
Thanks man! Did you read the description of the video?
@@AudiC7Owners found it...thanks! about to order one for my car, how is it working for you so far ? would you definitely recommend this one ?
It's working great. Its only been about a week but I love it. Did you see my follow up video showing how to set it up?
yes, just finished watching it...does the original mmi knob and buttons on the console still function the same? I like using those while I'm driving
Yes they do
Really thinking of getting RsNav due to having a RMC mmi , would be used mostly on apple carplay to be honest , after your expierience with this head unit would you recommend it or just stay put , would love to get something but don’t want to be left with a glitchy/laggy stereo if you get me , thanks again the video is great man 😎
My Seicane unit has worked great. But, others have had issues with the units they got from Seicane. Seicane claims they resolved all the issues people have had, but it's kind of left a bad taste in their mouths from having to deal with it. But, mine has performed flawlessly.
@@AudiC7Owners perfect I was reading that to be honest that’s why I was thinking RsNav over seicane , the only thing they don’t make the 10” anymore just 12” for RHD models as I’m from Ireland 😬
Nice and informative 👍
Thank you!
@@AudiC7Owners how’s the sound quality and Apple CarPlay functionality? I just did my nav update from Navman with your tutorial as well. Any functions loss from the update?
Sound quality hasn't changed at all. I'm using Android auto & in the process of working all the settings for that out.
Thanks for the video! Can you tell me if this unit switches day/night with the headlights? That's the one issue I have that RSnav appears to have solved.
It dims & brightens with the headlights on mine
hello I purchase the 12 inch for my audi a6 c7 android 12 and the mmi control the display buy the original mmi interface no show in the display, the display in the mmi mode not have any signal and no reverse camera please help I send a email to Seicane still no response an how to fix the problem
Thank you for the video, it helped me with the screen uninstallation. I ordered the 12.3 inch 6gb ram 128gb rom snapdragon. Everything works except the digital speedometer, tachometer, does not show the temperature. I have to manually turn off the screen with a button, I'm afraid it doesn't turn off like the original one and it still works even when I close the car, when I return to the car I touch the screen and it turns on as if it was on all the time except the screen was only off. Do you have any idea what I have wired or set wrong? Mine is RMC.
I'm not sure why it would do that. Might reach out to the people you bought it from to ask them.
@audic7owners how do I know if my c7 is 4-core or 8-core?
Hi , is there a difference between the left hand drive one and a right hand drive one as I'm in the UK ? And on the link it's a left hand drive one just wanted to know if there is a difference. Cheers
Yes there is a difference according to Seicane
Why did you remove the front speaker?
Does the android head unit have the screen on when you turn the ignition off? I have a similar radio and mine turns off the screen, but the original radio continues to play until I open the driver's door. so if I want to change stations and see which stations, I have to start the ignition.
My screen stays on until I exit the car
Great video. I don't have a C7 I have a Q5, I'm guessing they send the appropriate bracket for my dash?
Cheers from🇨🇦🤘
You need to find their product for your car... Install should be very similar
@@AudiC7Owners great thanks for the quick reply👍
What about AMI or AUX port. Did you have to connect that to get sound to work from the display for apps like RUclips etc? I had one that required the AMI or AUX to be connected for sound.
There is a wire connected to my AMI, and I have to have external audio source in the mmi audio settings selected to get the audio working. This will be covered on my review video
@@AudiC7Owners Ah, so it's required to have an AMI to AUX cable from the center storage to get audio out from the unit?
Yes. You have to have something plugged into it to "fool" the Audi mmi basically.
this might have to be my first mod
How do you fix the air bag off light on the dash. Also my knobs/buttons don’t work for some reason. Please let me know if you could point me out in a right direction.
Thank you
This install shouldn't cause any airbag light at all.
In regards to your buttons & knobs, those failing to work are typically from a bad connection somewhere. Check everything, especially the quad lock
My oem screen doesn’t come in and out automatically. Can you please make a video on the oem screen and how to replace the little motor inside?
It usually because the nylon string pulley has snapped. very common problem
Great video! I purchased the 12.3 model and everything works. One thing you didn't show or mention is the final mount of the unit. I used the supplied fasteners to screw the unit on to the supplied bracket, but you can't install the new trim piece with the unit mounted. Their video shows you install the bracket, install the trim, then slide the unit into place, then install the final trim piece on the back of the unit. No fasteners holding the unit to the bracket. Is that how yours is mounted?
That's not correct on the 10". Trim goes right in & clips securely
@AudiC7Owners gotcha. This thing is massive lol. I'll finish it up and see how sturdy it is. Your video was a huge help!
I'm really glad to hear that. This diy can be intimidating without a video to follow
Getting ready to put my car in service mode and your video on that is great as well. Thanks for all you do!
Nice! Good luck man. Lemme know how it goes
just got my unit in and trying to install it now...harness looks a little different and having a hard time getting the screen to mount on the plastic tray, do you know of any other instructions on these ? siecane site doesn't show much ? unit doesn't fit in the plastic tray to mount it and is in another language? anyway I can contact u directly?
You can email me at AudiC7Owners@gmail.com
My old wires that were on the default audi mmi snapped does this come with new cables so i can throw away the ones that broke?
It doesn't come with replacement oem wires
I need to do this
Link to purchase?
Hola buenas noches te escribo desde Colombia, tienes el link para poder cómpralo para un Audi A6? Mil Gracias
Hello! Check out RSNAV
Hey Cameron, Im looking to upgrade to the rsnav, do I need to get the 360 degree 3D view cameras on my 2012 A6? I believe I have 3G high MMI not the plus. Unfortunately my current screen isnt working so I cant check...
You don't need to buy any extra cameras
Thank you for replying!
Could you run OBDeleven on this? Seeing as it’s running android it should be possible, no?
Maybe, but it would be easier to run the torque pro app. You still need an obd2 dongle though
Thanks!
Looking at putting one of these in but when I go to purchase it has an extra list of items I need to add. How do I know if my car has an optic fibre amplifier? The option adds £77.75 to the price and don't want to spend that if I don't need it. Thanks in advance.
I'm not sure, but I wouldn't buy from seicane. If go with rsnav. People have had issues with seicane from units not being like the one I this video, as well as poor customer service
@@AudiC7Owners That's a shame, the unit you installed looks exactly what i want, i have the RMC 6.5" screen, very basic. I'll have a look at the RSnav. Thanks for the heads up 👍
My car dont have rare camer so do this work if i upgrade my MMI to this and buy a rare camer that fit this system?
Yes you can
Can the screen be folded down when you turn off the car like the original multimedia?
Not this one
Mine won't turn on with ignition what can I do
how's the connectivity on the Bluetooth with your phone?
Just fine
The old screen. What mmi version is that. Because it looks like the maps you get in the c8 a6. I got my maps update on my c7 but they still look very old.
The C7 won't have updated looks. Just updated roads & a like that.
This video shows how to install an android head unit like RSNAV
How's the sound quality? Is everything in the Android side or do you find needing to switch over to the audi mmi for certain things?
Sounds quality is the same as oem. I'm figuring out android auto. After I get it working correctly I won't need to use the mmi very often for things, but it is extremely easy to switch between the 2
I take it there is no motorized retraction on this model? Only asking as it always seemed to be fixed up.
It is fixed
Is there a screen that can be installed on AUDI 2007 How to install RSNAV (or similar) Android Head Unit on A8 class Audi.
You will be to look on their website. I'm not sure
Does your camera shift from rear to front? Mine only shows the rear? Can you please help?
Mine goes from rear to front like normal
How did you get android auto to play through the speakers?
you have to use a Ami to aux cable in the armrest. it doesn't have to be connected to anything, but it seems to complete a circuit.
I really want to buy an older a7 (2013) and install this on it. Will that be possible?
Yep
How did you get your car turned off? You said you didnt disconnect the battery but your dash is off? My dash doesnt turn off.
That is very strange. It should turn off
By chance did you have any flickering of OEM screen prior to this install??
No. Worked normally
@@AudiC7Owners started seeing some flicker in mine…thinking this would resolve that issue.
I'm sure it would.
Hey, I bought the same screen but the problem I’m having is with the camera and the original MMI system. I can’t get signal from the camera and seicaine told me to connect the camera out out but yours doesn’t look to need that. Can you help me with that?
Did you watch my video on setting up the new head unit?
@@AudiC7Owners I did man but my system looks very different to yours.
I'd keep emailing Seicane. This is why I removed their product link from the video description.
Can this screen replacement work for Audi A7??
Yep!
Is this also for apple carlplay too I have iPhone
Yes
Does it have Apple CarPlay? Any chance of it getting it in the future if not?
Thanks!
It supports apple carplay & Android auto
@@AudiC7Owners nice can’t wait for the follow up longer use reaction video! If you give it the thumbs up I will definitely purchase! Hope you get a kick back in that case!
Is the screen slid in or stay out
Stays out
Can you split screen multiple android apps? Like youtube and google maps?
Yes
@@AudiC7Owners Any chance you have a video of it how the split screen works?
I don't, but there are others online. Works the same as rsnav products
Hi man... I did all the connection but for some reason I'm not getting audi from the apps like RUclips or navigation... radio works, Bluetooth works normally... pretty much I have installed it 3 times and I can't figure it out... any advice??
Did you watch my video on setting up the system? Check the description
You have the cable plugged in & see changed your audi mmi settings as I described?
How did you get android auto to play thought your speakers?
Watch my other video on setting up the unit. I explain in detail how I got it working for my setup
How is the sound quality compared to the oem unit?
Exact same
Shouldve shown the music, bluetooth, maps, ect tabs but otherwise looks like an amazing upgrade
This was already a 30 minute long video. I'll film another showing the features
everything installed as in the video but the MMI buttons do not work.
Does anyone know what this is about?
Make sure you double check all your connections
the best thing is that I plug in the original and everything works
So I see purple having problems with it. Any other yall recommend with Android auto?
Rsnav is the go-to
@@AudiC7Owners thank you!
Does the hideaway feature still function?
Negative. It is static, which I prefer. Less to break
Does this support android auto and Apple CarPlay??
Yes
Is this available for the U.K spec right hand drive C7 ?
They do have a rhd spec, but you may have to email them for the link
Did you manage to get one ?
@@chrisdavies7325 head unit is available but the dash trim for the right hand drive UK spec isn’t 😩
Is that what they told you?
@@AudiC7Owners waiting on stock they said 👍
Do wheal buttons work with thiss screen
Yes
HELP! I’m doing my 16 S6 no sound coming out; I do not have the MMI port in my center consuls or glovebox only USBs idk what to do I’ve been at it all day I’m losing my mind lol
Did you watch our settings video to make sure all of that is set up correctly? Did you double check all of your wiring harness connections?
Wiring harnesses seem to be installed appropriately, I’ve double checked just about all connections, the issue is it states for my MMI I need to plug in the AMI aux adapter and let it standstill, problem is I do not have that, usually always in glovebox or center console, but it is not I’ll take a look at your video, also I did not have that HVAC bypass yellow cable that you have in yours: was not in materials sent to me
On the website it asks you if you have aux or ami port. What did you choose? If you didn't have either of them, their order form clearly states the product won't work.
Mine was purchased via a forum member that stated he bought it for his S7, and I got it for a solid deal and decided to purchase, obviously as I’m finding out there is significant issues, which is audio and me not having that port. Do you know of if any a work around ? I emailed RSnav but I’m feeling pretty stupid at this point
His selection was an MIBII platform which is the same as mine the updated facelift 16-18 models
my 2 cents: just get the 9 inch android oem replacement screen. it looks so much better than this one and the screen still feels like the oem and goes in the dash board when you turn off the car. i got that one and i love when some of my friends freeze for a second when they get in my car and they see me touch the screen and having a touch screen despite it looking exactly like the oem one. this 10.25in ones seem to have pretty much a pointless right side when you go in navigation and lots of other things. like i said that's my 2 cents
Respectfully I disagree. The folding mmi is prone to failure in terms of the mechanics of its. I much prefer the stationary screen. But that's just me
Also, my right side shows the music I'm listening to when running navigation. I really love the way it is setup
Where do you get the 9 inch android oem replacement? and is it touchscreen?
@@patrickmccabe6963 I got it from ali express. Now reading my previous comment I realized I say "oem replacement" and it's not oem it's just 1:1 design replacement. It bolts in place of your oem screen and keeps all the features of it(open, close, oem menu and function of mmi)plus the bezel of the screen is way smaller than oem(and my 2 cents: get the one with the highest ram possible it will make a huge difference when it comes to speed through menus etc) and yes it is touch screen, has a 4G LTE module etc
@@lauretiuHey man! Is there a way for you to post a link to that? I will be very grateful! Cheers!
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Hi, where is the password come from? I try install one but do not know the password
I have an RSNav 12in just collecting dust because I haven’t got around to the Install 😂
Can i install on a A7
Yes
Will this work on a d4 A8?
No. I don't think they have an option for the A8
did you figure out how to adjust the speed on the gauges tab ? mine is off worse than yours and trying to contact seicane is no help at all
I didn't, but I also don't use that Gauge at all. I keep mine on WAZE 99% of the time.
But I will say, if the speed Gauge is off a lot, that is usually a sign that something on the wiring harness isn't fully connected
the update they sent me is loading right now...its a big file 1.9gig so I'm hoping once it reboots all is well 🤞
Nice! Lemme know how it goes
after loading the update seicane emailed me twice happy to say unit it working alot better! still kinda buggy and some functions don't work but I have all the Google services and a way to update and add the apps I want, and now showing as android 11. I downloaded a photo translater app on my phone that helps ALOT sorting through the Chinese symbols on it!! I have the email with the update if anyone still fighting with theres needs me to fwd it to them
Does anyone else have a similar issue? My screen works perfectly fine for a couple mins, then just goes black. i have to unplug and replug for it to turn back on, and then it works fine for a few more mins.