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Mar 24 2017

How to Check If My Mercedes-Benz C W204 Has AUX?

Mercedes-Benz C-Class W204 from year 2007 to 2014 including models C220, C180, C200, C300, C250, C350, C230, C63 AMG. If your Mercedes W204 comes with original 5 inch small screen without navigation system in the dashboard and want to upgrade it with a large 8 inch screen aftermarket navigation Mercedes W204 Android head unit, you need to find out if your W204 has AUX function or not.

So how to check if my Mercedes-Benz C W204 has AUX?

Firstly a 3.5mm AUX jack is usually located in the glove box at the front of the passenger’s side. You can check if your car has one there:

w204 aux jack in the glove box
If yes, you can connect it with your phone via a aux cable, and see if the music sound from your phone comes out from car speakers.

Secondly, please check if you are able to turn to AUX mode from factory menus, just follow below steps:

whiling playing a CD from your menu, use your control knob to select CD, then press the knob to enter.
Use your control knob to turn to Aux as the below pic, press the knob to turn to Aux mode

Tip: If you have ipod plugged in, ipod turns off the Aux option(iPod and Aux functions go through the same media interface connection and it defaults to the iPod), so you will need to unplug it so that you are able to select the aux input.
If you are able to enter into aux mode(not grey color like disabled), that means your car has aux function, then you can use a Aux cable to connect your phone, play music with your phone, and see if the music sound comes out from car speakers, if yes, that means your car’s Aux works well now.
By the way, your aux volume may be lower compared with radio and CD’s sound, that’s normal for nearly all Mercedes Benz C-Class W204.

Why AUX function is so important?

AUX is used to transfer the music sound from the new aftermarket Mercedes-Benz W204 head unit to your car speakers, so if your W204 does not have AUX function, there will be no sound from the new USB or SD function. By the way, the GPS sound comes out from a small speaker included in the package, so that you can listen to factory radio or CD and use GPS navigation system at the same time.

Aftermarket BMW X5 E53 DVD GPS Navigation Head unit – Android Version

The first generation of BMW X5 is BMW E53, a luxury mid-size SUV introduced in 1999 and was replaced by BMW E70 in 2006, yes, it’s a old vehicle, are you boring with the original old car stereo system in the dash? If your answer is yes, you can upgrade it with an aftermarket head unit with Wince 6.0 operation system or the latest Android OS. Aftermarket car DVD player with GPS navigation system for BMW X5 E53 has become increasingly popular for the past several years, because it not only offer you many different types of music and video options, but also support steering wheel controls and rear view camera displaying.

We produced the first model of BMW X5 E53 navigation head unit in 2009, and it has been upgraded many times for software, firmware and hardware during the past years, the latest update is a new pure Android based BMW X5 E53 DVD GPS head unit.

bmw x5 e53 android navigation

bmw x5 e53 android head unit

The Same Features from Two Models:

They are designed for the same car model of BMW X5 E53 from 1999 to 2006, fits BMW E53 with business CD and radio, or with a wide 7 inch or 4.3 inch small screen together with factory navigation system, installation are the same for both models.

Both of them come with car DVD player, Bluetooth hands free phone calling, Bluetooth streaming music, GPS navigation system, SD card slot, USB port, support steering wheel controls, support rear camera video input, 7 inch HD screen, support touch screen.

What’s the difference?

The main difference is the system used. The new BMW E53 DVD GPS head unit is based on pure Android 7.1 operation system, while the other model is with WinCE 6.0 system. The Android unit comes with modern Android interface, and the other WinCE unit comes with UI which is similar to original BMW navigation system.

Secondly, the Android BMW X5 E53 GPS head unit has more features such as WiFi, Mirror-Link, supporting Android Apps downloading and installing. And they are with higher configuration for hardware: 1.6GHz Quad-Cores high speed CPU, 1024×600 high definition capacitive screen, 16GB Flash, 2GB DDR3 RAM.

In general, i’d prefer a new modern looking BMW X5 E53 DVD navigation head unit with Android system.

How to Install Android BMW X5 navigation head unit?

Previously, we have already posted BMW X5 E53 Navigation System DVD Player Installation Tips, which tells you how to install the aftermarket navigation unit in a BMW E53 with business CD and radio in the dash, and if your car has a 7 inch wide or 4.3 inch small screen, you need to run a 6m long cable with both 17 pins and 40 pins plugs to connect your E53’s 17 pins or 40 pins plug under the trunk. As for wires connections, you will not need to modify wires for installation if your car does not have DSP amplifier. A wiring diagram can be found at the bottom of the Android BMW X5 head unit:

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How to connect all cables and plugs?

1: connect to the plug from the power cable, get power to the unit
2: connect with RCA cables
3: TV antenna
4: USB cable
5: Back Video input cable, this is for backup camera video input
6: DVR cable connect a DVR(optional)
7: NC/ USB cable
8: GPS port to connect external GPS antenna
9: WiFi port to connect external WiFi antenna
10: Radio adapter cable

From the power cables, there’s also a small white plug which is used to connect a CAN-BUS decoder box, so that steering wheel control works after installation.

DVDGPSNAV is a professional and reliable company focus on aftermarket car GPS Radio head units available for any car brands including BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Toyota, VW, Suzuki, Hyundai, Mazda, etc. If you are interested in upgrading the factory car stereo with an aftermarket navigation system, we are your best choice, not only for our high quality products, but also excellent service which has been proved by our customers.

Last modified: November 30, 2017 By DVDGPSNAV Posted in BMW, Buying Guides, DVD Navigation, DVD/GPS Installation, Uncategorized • 4 • Tags: Android 7.1 BMW X5 E53 radio, Android BMW X5 navigation, bmw x5 navigation, E53 navigation, installation of e53 navigation

Feb 17 2017

Your Mercedes-Benz E W211 Can Run Android Radio Navigation Head Unit Too!

The Mercedes E-class is one of the new models introduced by Mercedes-Benz; it is luxurious and larger than the S-class and C-class. The three Mercedes models are similar in several aspects. Some of the brands that the E-class is competing with are the Lexus GS, Audi A6, Volvo S90, and BMW 5 series which is its closest rival. The E-class has been modified to give you both comfort and luxury.

Mercedes-benz E-220 04 W211

These days, the Android operating system runs on practically every type of tech, from phones to TVs. Recently, the Android OS has made it’s way into the vehicle market, allowing lots of apps to be used seamlessly in the car, thanks to new Android head unit which integrates the standard car entertainment like GPS navigation, FM/AM radio, Bluetooth hands free phone together with a familiar user interface with the ability to run practically even any apps on the market.

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class W211 including models E55, E240, E500, E320, E350, E270, E280, E220, E200, etc. Here are just some of the reasons why you need to upgrade the factory unit with the new Android W211 head unit for your Mercedes Benz E-class W211.

Android applications

There are numerous Android apps that you can benefit from by buying the Android W211 head unit. You can also install Skype, MSN, YouTube, twitter, E-Book, Gmail etc using Google play store right from your Android device. This system also supports installation or removal of apps on RAM or SD optionally. Additionally, you can use USB flash to download Android applications. You can enjoy the convenience that comes with using the W211 head unit.

Bluetooth Hands-free Calling

You do not have to receive your phone when driving thanks to the Bluetooth hands-free calling feature. You can easily make calls using the Android W211 car stereo unit. The phonebook copy function enables you to see who is calling you. Therefore, you can drive safely and still receive your calls.

GPS Navigation System

The head unit for Mercedes-Benz E-class comes with GPS navigation system built-in. The system enables you to have an accurate estimation of your destination. You can use navigation software such as Sygic, Google Maps, waze, iGo primo, copilot and TomTom among others. Furthermore, you can use the system to choose the suitable route when there is traffic.

It comes with Wi-Fi

You can connect to fast internet when you buy the Android. There’s an external WiFi antenna included, therefore, you can browse the internet fastly without any issues. You just have to activate the access point in settings of WiFi. You get the freedom to enjoy browsing the internet. For this reason, you should get the Android navigation head unit.

Parking camera

Parking has now been made easy thanks to the Android Mercedes W211 head unit which supports an aftermarket rear view camera, you can use the head unit to check whether you are parking correctly or not. You are guaranteed of safe parking of your Mercedes E-Class. The rear view camera will be automatically activated when the vehicle is in reverse gear. You can easily switch the on or off parking in the setting. Apart from the rear view camera, you can also make use of the DVR. The android head unit gives you help with both DVR and rear view function.

These are just some of the reasons why you need to buy the Android GPS head unit. Of course an Android unit can also do other things like Mirror Link, a full mirror which is able to show exactly what you do on your phone. There is no doubt that you will enjoy driving thanks to the Android w211 GPS. It has all you need to drive your car without any inconveniences. Therefore, you should not hesitate to buy the android head unit for your Mercedes E-class and enjoy the luxury that comes with it.

Looking for the best quality Mercedes-Benz W211 Android head unit? Just check it here:
http://www.dvdgpsnav.com/android-double-din-mercedes-benz-e-class-w211-navigation-dvd-player-e55-e63-e300-e320-e280-e350-e500-head-unit.html

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Last modified: February 17, 2017 By DVDGPSNAV Posted in DVD Navigation, Mercedes Benz • 0 • Tags: Android head unit, Android w211 navigation, Mercedes-Benz E Class W211, w211 radio

Jan 9 2017

Top Quality Android BMW E90 E92 Navigation DVD GPS Radio Aftermarket

The new year of 2018 has come, what’s the favorite device you are looking for your car in the new year? We have good news for those who have a BMW 3 series E90 or E92, you can upgrade and replace the factory boring BMW E90 E92 car stereo with the new modern looking Android BMW E90 E92 navigation DVD GPS radio now. As we all know, the original BMW menus are old and slow for a long time, it’s time to update it with new looking now.

The new Android BMW E90 navigation head unit comes with top quality and powerful specifications including 4-cores 1.6GHz high speed CPU processor, 16GB ROM and 2GB RAM, 1024*600 high definition responsive capacitive screen, optimized Android 7.1 operation system. It supports an aftermarket reverse camera, steering wheel controls, touch screen, WiFi connection, phone Mirror-Link function, Bluetooth hands free phone calling, Bluetooth streaming music, GPS navigation system, 1080P video playing, DVB-T for digital TV, FM/AM radio and DVD player as well. Unlike other cheap Android units in the market, it’s with top quality components, CPU comes from U.S.A, Audio IC comes from Japan, amplifier IC comes from Europe, memory IC comes from Korean, we only choose the top quality component to make it the best performance.

As long as your car is BMW 3 series E90 or E92, this head unit can fit your car perfectly, no matter your car comes with automatic a/c or manual a/c, because we have 2 different relocation kits for the different air conditioning panels, so if your car comes with automatic a/c, we will send you the one with automatic a/c relocation kit, while if your car comes with manual a/c, we will send you the one with manual a/c relocation kit for installation.

bmw e90 best aftermarket navigation

Where to buy it?

You can buy it directly from our official website: http://www.dvdgpsnav.com/android-bmw-e90-e92-radio-gps-navigation-dvd-player-head-unit-wifi-hd-touch-screen.html

Installation is plug and play for most BMW E90 or E92 models, unless your car comes with fiber optic amplifier, how can i check if my car comes with fiber optic amplifier? Don’t worry, only few BMW E90 comes with fiber optic amp, and if your car has it, we have 2 solution for installation. You can splice our 8 speaker wires to connect your 8 speaker wires directly and by pass the fiber optic amp to get sound, or you can also replace the fiber optic amp with another non fiber optic aftermarket amplifier, because this unit comes with 4 ways audio RCA outputs, and it’s with an inbuilt 4x45w amplifier, you are able to set sound effect in settings to POP, ROCK, Classic, etc.

If there are seat heated buttons below the climate control, as there’s not enough room to relocate them so these buttons will not work anymore(some installers relocate the seat heating buttons in the ashtray area), however, you can control left/right seat heating function in settings of this unit. This unit can also display car information like mileage, average speed, average fuel consumption.

For Android system BMW E90 navigation system, it can support different kinds of maps like IGO, Sygic, Google maps, etc. DVDGPSNav have IGO and Sygic maps available nearly all countries in the world, we provide maps to you for free, also with free lifetime maps update.

Should you have any other questions regarding this Android BMW 3 series E90 E92 navigation radio, just feel free to contact us, we are ready to assist you.

Last modified: July 4, 2018 By DVDGPSNAV Posted in BMW • 0 • Tags: Android BMW e90 navigation, Android BMW E90 radio, BMW E92 Android navigation, E92 Android radio

Jan 6 2017

Install Android Toyota Highlander Navigation System Support JBL

For those who want to upgrade factory Toyota Highlander stereo with navigation system, firstly you should pay attention to if your Toyota highlander comes with JBL amplifier. There are many Toyota Highlander navigation system replacement available in the market, only few of them support JBL. Today we’d like to share with you this new pure Android Toyota Highlander DVD player navigation which supports JBL sound system with a CAN-BUS decoder included.

This Android Toyota Highlander DVD player navigation unit comes with powerful configuration including 4-cores 1.6GHz CPU, 16GB Flash, 1GB ROM, 8 inch high definition capacitive screen with 1024*600 resolution, based on Android 5.1.1 operation system, it runs much faster than the old model, and there’s a CAN-BUS decoder included to support factory JBL amplifier.

Installation is easy for a professional car audio shop, you can even install it by yourself if you have experience before. Overall, firstly remove the factory car stereo in the dash, then unplug all cables behind, then replace it with the new Android Toyota highlander navigation head unit, plug new cables, push it back into the dash, that’s all.

Below with step by step installation instructions and pictures for your reference:

This is the factory look of the car stereo in the dashboard which needs to be replaced:
Use special installation tools to pry out the air vents outlet.
Pry the decorative trim on left and right side, then pull out the decorative trim carefully.
Unplug cables behind the climate control and ashtray, including switches for climate control and ashtray, then unplug 3 plugs for climate control, pull out the climate control panel.
Use #10 socket wrench to remove 4 screws which fixed the factory Toyota Highlander car stereo, pull out the factory unit, pay attention to the buckle.
Unplug all plugs behind the factory Toyota Highlander stereo.
So you are able to remove the factory radio unit now, remove 3 screws on both left and right side to detach the bracket on both side.
Use a straight screwdriver to pry out the switch socket of the hazard warning light, then detach the hazard warning light.

Install the hazard warning light in the new Android Toyota Highlander navigation unit.
Remove 2 screws at the top of the new Android unit, if not, you are not able to fully insert a CD or DVD disc into the unit.
Install the 2 brackets in the new Android navigation unit, install switch socket of the hazard warning light, then connect new plugs at the rear of the unit, connect the other end with your car’s wiring harness, connect the CAN-BUS decoder with a small white plug.
Connect the reverse wire(BACK+) with 12V reverse light, connect the Camera-In cable with the video cable from the reverse camera.
Slowly push the new Toyota Highlander Android DVD navigation into the dash, fix 4 screws. Install back the climate control panel and air vents, see how does it look like after installation as below:

If you are interested in this Android 5.1.1 OS navigation unit, you can learn more features at:

http://www.dvdgpsnav.com/pure-android-toyota-highalnder-navigation-dvd-player-gps-radio-head-unit-with-wifi.html

Navigation system is ready to use once get it installed because there’s a GPS card including GPS maps in the GPS card slot and we have already tested it before the shipment. The 2 screws at the top of the new unit should be removed because these screws are used to protect DVD loader during the shipment.

For any other questions about this unit or the installation, you can leave a comment on this post.

Last modified: January 6, 2017 By DVDGPSNAV Posted in DVD/GPS Installation, Toyota • • Tags: android dvd toyota highlander, Android highlander navigation, Toyota highlander android radio, Toyota highlander GPS, Toyota highlander navigation

Nov 10 2016

Hyundai Elantra Navigation DVD – Which Model Fits My Car?

This post will tell you how to distinguish the difference for the dashboard from 2013 and 2014 year Hyundai Elantra, so that you can know and choose which navigation DVD GPS unit perfectly fit your Hyundai Elantra.

The dashboard looks very similar for a 2012, 2013 year Hyundai Elantra and 2014, 2015 year Hyundai Elantra, the most different part is the air vents near both sides of the Hyundai Elantra radio system in the dash, for a 2012 and 2013 year Hyundai Elantra, the in-dash radio usually looks like as following:

Last modified: November 10, 2016 By DVDGPSNAV Posted in Buying Guides, DVD Navigation, Hyundai • • Tags: 2013 Hyundai Elantra, 2014 Hyundai elantra, 2015 Hyundai elantra, hyundai elantra, navigation system

Nov 8 2016

More Installation Guides for BMW E60 Navigation Head Unit

After learning how to install BMW E60 navigation DVD, some of our customers may still have questions or problems for the sound coming out from car speakers. Firstly remember that the music sound from the new unit should be transferred to your car speakers through factory aux mode, so make sure factory aux working well. If your BMW e60 does not come with factory aux, you will need to add a small amplifier to get sound to car speakers.

Question One: I’ve installed the e60 navigation head unit but i am not receiving any bass at all and my sound is coming mostly from one side… Continue Reading >

Last modified: May 9, 2017 By DVDGPSNAV Posted in BMW, DVD/GPS Installation, Solutions • • Tags: bmw e60 navigation, e60 wiring harness, install bmw e60 navigation, no sound

Oct 29 2016

How to Check if My BMW 3 Series F30 Has AUX Function?

BMW 3 series is a popular small family car manufactured by BMW, the sixth generation of BMW 3 series is BMW F30 from 2012 to present, including BMW 316i, 318i, 320i, 328i, 330i, 335i, etc. Nowadays aftermarket touch screen navigation head unit is available for different generations of BMW 3 series like BMW E46, BMW E90 and BMW F30.

For those who want to upgrade the factory BMW F30 screen with navigation system, unlike the BMW E46 navigation unit or BMW E90 navigation, the first question you will need to answer is if your car has AUX function, because the aftermarket BMW F30 navigation system transfers music sound to car speakers through original AUX function. So AUX function is very important, the question is, how do i know if my BMW F30 has AUX function?

Last modified: November 9, 2016 By DVDGPSNAV Posted in BMW, DVD/GPS Installation • • Tags: bmw f30, bmw f30 aux, bmw f30 navigation

Sep 13 2016

Installation Guide Toyota RAV4 Navigation System Touch Screen 2013 2014 2015 Year

Aftermarket in-dash touch screen Toyota RAV4 Navigation

For 4th Toyota RAV4 from year 2013, 2014 to 2015, if it does not come with factory navigation system, then you can consider to upgrade the Toyota RAV4 radio with an aftermarket in-dash Toyota RAV4 navigation system which supports touch screen, Bluetooth hands free phone calling, Bluetooth stereo music, USB, DVD Player, iPod, and the most important – GPS navigation system.

Normally the seller will provide free maps, you can also buy other maps like iGo, Route 66, Sygic, Tomtom, etc which support aftermarket touch screen GPS head unit. The GPS maps are copied into a SD card, you just need to insert the GPS card into the GPS card slot, which is usually at the front panel of the unit, set GPS path in settings, then you are able to use the GPS function for navigation.

Before you buy it, you’d better contacting the seller to send your car model, manufacture year and a dashboard photo to them for further checking, so that they can tell you which is the correct unit for your car.

How to install 2013 2014 2015 Toyota RAV4 navigation system?

For most aftermarket Toyota RAV4 navigation head units, installation is straight forward, plug and play. The installation tools are necessary if you are going to install it by yourself, especially for the installer who has never done this before. Continue Reading >

Last modified: November 9, 2016 By DVDGPSNAV Posted in Toyota • • Tags: rav4 navigtion, toyota rav4, toyota rav4 gps, toyota rav4 head unit, toyota rav4 navigation

Aug 26 2016

How to Connect AUX Adapter Cable for BMW F10 Navigation Unit

When you are installing an aftermarket touch screen BMW F10 navigation head unit to replace the original screen unit, there are some things you will need to pay attention to, though installation of this unit is not difficult for a professional mechanic.

The most issue you will have after installation is no sound, we have written a post before to explain how to solve the no sound issue for BMW F10 GPS unit, and this post will focus on the AUX connection. The AUX function is located in the armrest of BMW F10, so the AUX connection is there.

There comes with a AUX adapter cable with both female and male plugs for this touch screen BMW F10 navigation Bluetooth head unit:

http://www.dvdgpsnav.com/bmw-5-series-f10-gps-navigaton-9-5-inch-touch-screen-tv-bluetooth-hd-video-1080p.html

aux adapter plug

The above AUX adapter plugs should connect the original AUX plugs, just unplug the factory AUX plugs, then connect these new plug between the factory female and male plug. Continue Reading >

Last modified: November 9, 2016 By DVDGPSNAV Posted in BMW, DVD/GPS Installation • • Tags: aux bmw f10, aux plug, bmw f10, bmw f10 navigation

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