Use code 'flyingdutchman' at checkout for a 5% discount on www.motrade.nl! Unit from video: motrade.nl/nl/carplay-android-mirror/vw/vanaf-2012-mib1-mib2/vw-mib-mib2/a-2332-20000279
It’s quiet expensive to get CarPlay supplied and fitted in the Uk for a mk7, So I just want to give a huge thank you. You’ve saved me so much money by providing the link to the unit and the video on how to self install and to over come any issues through your other two videos! Amazing videos and mods done to your GTE, I’ve already followed suit with the CarPlay and Stage1 map. Next is the sweeping front and reverse indicators!
P.s anyone who installs this and the CarPlay is either too small for your screen/too big for your or perfect size but the touchscreen doesn’t work. It’s do to with your resolution! Change the pattern of the dip switches on the back and you’ll find a combination that works for you, or contact the supplier and they’ll help suggest different combinations. If you get an annoying static/feedback sound when no music is playing, then watch the Dutchman’s other video on how to swap audio to Bluetooth instead of AUX. You’ll get steering wheel controls and remove the static interference.
@@tb4375 from the website He linked in the video description. You’ll have to use a Google chrome translation browser extension or something similar so you can understand the website. The company know English so for any after sales service they’ll speak to you normally
Even 2 years from when the video was made this works perfectly. Very happy with the end result in my VW GTI, as a tip make sure to tuck the cables in the panel above the infotainment system, thats the way i got mine back into place :)
Looking into this myself.. glad people are still doing this so recently on 😊 Question... does the sat nav work of the phones connection? What happens if you don't connect your phone? Thanks
I've got this kit aswell, i had some problem with fitment because i have additional Subwoofer cables running in that little space behind the original unit. so for my convience i just removed the glovebox and put everything above the glovebox. works perfect and fits like a glove ;)
Hi, I have three question: 1)if you are listening radio fm what happens when you switch to android auto/carplay? do the radio stop or it continues playing? thanks in advance 2) when you are in the rear view camera screen, do you still see the parking sensors on the left side of the screen like in the original screen? 3)when you are close to some obstacle does the sensor screen automatically appear on the left side of the screen like in the original system?
Just saw this video on my recommened, ive installed a Ebay Unit meaning ive lost my stock functions, but this would work perfectly, however im from Australia so the 300 Euro is a bit much for me but i 100% think its worth it.
It’s a good unit, it has a better and more reliable connection than my factory carplay now in my mk7.5, even though it’s chinese (meaning not oem)… I’ve had the unit for about 3 years with a lot of good experience!
Using it for almost one year now in my Golf Mk7 (MIB2 radio, Discovery Pro), I'm using it for Android Auto (AA) with a Samsung S23: Positive findings: - overall the unit works well: relatively easy to install and to hide behind the standard (MIB2) radio in the glovebox, okay sound (I'm not a specialist; I also did not connect the ground cable) & a lot of settings/configuration options. - it's especially nice for it being an additional feature to the standard radio: if one doesn't like to always use the unit (f.ex. if you share your car with somebody else), one can still perfectly use the standard radio. So it's purely an extra, nothing is being replaced or permanently disactivated from the original MIB2 radio. All functions of the MIB2 keep on working. You only need to put the media on AUX and longpress the MENU button (or connect your phone) and the unit starts as an 'overlay' over the standard radio, using AUX via your phone as sound source. As AUX is the only source, you cannot connect your default radio to your BT (it needs it for the Android Auto) and also the default FM/AM cannot be used (use a radio app instead). - steering wheel buttons: for changing songs and volume it works, for phone it works partially (you can pick up the phone, but it will then always trigger a search to connect a phone via BT, which it annoyingly shows on the on-board computer display). - tip: as I prefer wired, I hung a 1,5 m USB cable which starts at the unit, comes out the left side of my glovebox and which ends in the centre console of the car: this works fine. Dislikes: - rear camera (factory-installed): it's not working without proper intervention and it's unclear to me how to activate. There are camera settings but not helpful to solve the issue. I've read you need to connect it to the tail light wire which I don't want, to avoid doing things which I cannot undo. Rear sensors (beeping) luckily enough still work (but not shown on screen). Also, (depends on your car) if you put your car in rear gear (my Golf is a manual btw) and press MENU, you will see your camera again, obviously, as you're 'leaving' the unit. - microphone quality: not too stable but not dramatic. People on the other line of the phone do understand me, but they tell me that sometimes it sounds as if I'm on a far distance. There are microphone quality settings (echo cancelling), but not sure they make a huge difference. (there were also additional micro cables in the box, but those were to install an actual microphone if still needed) - automatic switch between day & dark/night mode from Google maps is NOT respected, although there is a setting called "appearance" which should check and allign with the status of your front lights (on/off). However, this seems an issue possibly related to Android/Maps instead of the unit. (you can google it) - sometimes (more or less once every 2 weeks) the sound of the Android notifications & Google Maps instructions go extremely loud, but sounds not from Android stay at a normal volume (f.ex. your music or radio app). Even restarting the phone or changing the volume of the car/unit/phone (several settings) makes no difference. It's usually solved the next time you start the car.
Hello there, great work finding this kit. I love it. Just got a 2015 Gte and was wondering how to mirror my phone so I'm delighted to see this and have contacted the company about this now as I have the same unit as you. I am struggling with connecting the car with the Vw app for pre-heating the car. If you ever have time I would be very grateful if you could talk through how to do this. Thanks again on your great information. 👍🏼
Hi, I don't know if you will read this comment. First of all I wanted to thank you for your video, which I discovered by chance on youtube, so I installed Apple CarPlay on my mib1 (Golf 7). I use it to monitor my sensor glucose, via calendar event, on the homepage along with music and navigator, and now I'm really satisfied thanks to you. I also add that I can use my rear view camera from the VW bonnet badge. P.s., I apologize for my slightly incorrect English, but I am Italian.
Hoi Dutchman! Mooie duidelijke video! Ik ben ook geïnteresseerd in dit systeem (heb zelf de Golf MK7 met 5.8" media display). Ik heb nog enkele vragen, hopelijk kan/wil je die beantwoorden: - Ik ben toch wel erg benieuwd hoe je het extra kastje hebt weggewerkt en alle extra kabels, heb je daar ook beelden van? Is er voldoende ruimte of is het proppen? - Is het carplay ook bedraad te gebruiken wanneer je enkel een MDI ingang hebt? - Hoe bevalt het systeem sinds je eerste post?
Thanks, this might be the best upgrade u can do for that kinda money and makes driving much better with the media setup like this👌 Does it auto connect each time you get into the car? Or do you nees to connect manually each drive?
Yes it is! It auto-connects every time you get in the car, you just need to have your iphone’s wifi on. You can also use usb carplay and then you need to plug it in to make it work (obviously haha)!
Would you recommend this one over one that just plugs into the usb/mmi adapter? Also realized this was 2 years ago so maybe they have made plug and play versions for VW
Hi, The video is great, but where does the new interface box actually get installed? you dont show the re installation process and leave everything hanging!
Hey whats up. I installed this like 1 Year ago and it works fine. Now i wanted to install the bigger Screen from the Faclift Golf 7. Therefore i need to activate the Developermode via VCDS. Now when i want to put in the Securityaccess code for the 5F Control Unit it doesnt work. Do you know if i have to unplug the Carplay Module?
Awesome video!! I also don’t have CarPlay on my car, and I was wondering how to have and not expending much money! And this one is also wireless. Nice video
Hi, I just got my mk7 few days ago, it was really nice deal. But before ordering Apple play thing, i wanted to ask you. Where in the Netherlands i can order original or which are best parts for big service. Like timing belt, water pump.. rollers etc etc. I live in the Netherlands, but i don't know where to order parts and which are best in your opinion? BTW, great videos... Thank you for making them for people like myself :) Thanks
He man, hoeveel inch beeldscherm heeft jou auto? En heb je eigen risico gebruikt enzo? Kan je snel reageren dan koop ik hem ook heb zelf een golf 7 gti 2013 zou het daar op kunnen?
Hey I just came across this video. My 2015 Passat is having an issue with the radio screen going out and the reverse camera not working. Works for a min and then shuts off and resets. Will this fix that issue? Volkswagen is telling me it’s going to cost me around 6000$
What about basic FM radio functionality? Let's say I'd like to listen to my favorite FM radio station, so I switch to the original multimedia station. While listening to the FM radio someone is calling my phone - can I answer the call using the add-on box, or the original BT phone functionality?? Can I still listen to FM radio, while being switched to a CarPlay screen? The original CP/AA unit can automatically mute the radio and play voice prompts from navigation or switch to voice calls.
Thats great! I was considering changing the whole system because I use Waze all the time and therefore carplay would be great. But the most important reason for me would be that bluetooth streaming quality is not as good as playing from the harddisk. It’s just not that crisp. I was hoping carplay would make it better. Can you tell me if you notice a difference or improvement in the bluetooth music quality?
I have not tested it enough to conclude that, but yes in theory you’re right! You can also use traditional carplay by using a usb cable and therefore listening to music while using a wired connection. So if you notice loss of quality, you can revert back to that😅😅
I found my bluetooth connected to Spotify was perfect, the same as a radio station, then one day out of nowhere, no changes to the car, phone or software, I stopped in a supermarket, got back in the car, then the bluetooth connection was awful, low quality sound, and never been the same since. Why did this happen?? I want to get this CarPlay unit but afraid the bluetooth quality would still be bad.
Nog een vraag (de zoveelste) Als ik wil bellen, hoor ik niks. Maar die gene waar mee ik bel hoort mij wel. Maakt niet uit of ik aux heb geselecteerd of bleutooth op de media van mn golf
Hey! Awesome video and explanation. Any chance someone has placed this unit and has Dynaudio sound in their car? Does it affect the sound quality of does it still remain the same? Thanks in advancen!
Hello. I’ve been watching your videos for a while now and it’s great. New sub. Quick question, what’s the difference between VW app connect and this? I have the same car mode in UK as you. And really need this upgrade. Will the system that you just fitted on be in English and work in the UK?
Yes the system is english and carplay will use the same language as your phone obviously. We connect will still work fine and i mainly use that when i want to pre-heat the car remotely😅😅
Hey man, that was exactly what I was looking for. However, I just wanted to ask if the rear camera and the steering volume buttons work. I really want it but I want to make sure that I can get the best out of it.
Have you had a chance to look at the RCD 520? It's a new(2021) infortainment system for VW MK7 MQB platform that is supposed to be plug & play for both mib1 & mib2 users. Comes with an 8 inch screen, apple carplay & higher resolution
Hi, I have just bought this, just wondering, does anyone know what to set the dip switches to, it's a 2014 Golf. Only an AMI port but car has Bluetooth.
Thanks!, I have a question, what version has the infotainment?, I saw your radio support the NAV button. Then, if you know, I have the radio with the mute button, then, my question is, that product let me install in my car?, my car is volkswagen year 2016, is MK7. Thanks again, good video!
I have ordered and installed this unit for use with CarPlay. I have an issue though… my phone connects to the unit via bluetooth and all that but CarPlay just won’t work. Not via USB, not via BT and not via screen mirroring. I have a Golf mk7 Variant Highline MIB2 unit with 7” display. My app-connect and Apple CarPlay functionality was never unlocked for the stock head unit. Can anyone please help me out? I have connected the antenna and all that, it’s not that.
Bluetooth connection works also in VW infotainment? Or it is necessary to have bluetooth connection only with Carplay unit? Is it possible to listen to FM radio while using Carplay? Thanks
Hi Flyingdutch man, Ik heb ook een golf 7 en de carplay box aangeschaft. Nu krijg ik nadat de kabels en de box geïnstalleerd heb het multimedia systeem er niet meer terug in. Hij gaat tegen de nieuw kabel aan. Hoe heb jij dit opgelost? Hoor het graag van je
Top video en goede uitleg! Ik zie alleen geen Spotify er tussen staan wat voor mij wel een must is. Kan dit later nog gedownload/geinstalleerd worden of is dit niet mogelijk?
Hello. I have a sportsvan with this serial: 5G0035846A material 041 and software 0430. Actual firmware: MSTD_EU_VW_P3350. I cannot find any update MSTD (only MST2). will this product work on my car? thank you
I installed it exactly like that and it worked. After I tried to reinstall the multimedia system I got a black screen. I removed the module and reconnected it like OEM. I still have no picture. What could be wrong here?
This looks great, thanks for the video. One question, can you listen to your radio/DAB while the screen shows CarPlay and Waze or Google Map directions?
Yes you can, however if the audio is switched to radio, it is not connected to aux and therefore the audio that comes from your phone (in this case waze or maps) won’t come through the speakers. If you have a radio app on your phone, you can merge it.
@The Flying Dutchman, I have it installed but I only have audio through BT. When going to the orignal VW screen I only have the option to change the source to BT/Jukebox etc but no AUX. This means when I get phonecalls or Flitsmeister provides no sound :( any idea how to fix
Thanks! Ik heb er 1 besteld en geïnstalleerd. Heb je ook een video van het terug bouwen? De unit heb ik achter het dashboardkastje. Maar het lukt mij niet de ‘cd speler’ terug te plaatsen met de extra draden. Hoe heb jij dit gedaan?
Hey! Thanks for the video! I'm thinking about buying this for my golf and was just wondering if the carplay navigation works with the information screen in the gauge cluster? Regards!
Hi, zou dit ook kunnen worden geïnstalleerd op een Golf 7 die een scherm heeft zonder navi/bleutooth? En zo ja zou je ‘m evt voor een meerprijs bij me kunnen installeren? Hoor graag van u!
@@stephansiera8164 hi. Yes it works perfectly now. You have to go in the settings for the carplay module, then advance settings and then choose original camera. :) Restart and it will work.
Can I ask you a question? I just got a Golf Sportsvan from 2014, in the media system there is no navigation, so I assume it's a MIB 1. I saw that there are dongles on the market to add the carplay/android car option. Would they work or do I have to change the main unit (like in your video) to have carplay/android car/mirror link on it? Thanks a lot!
It really depends on the screen, if you have one the same size (or similar) as mine, it should work yes. But best is to check the website in the description, because you’ll see the compatibility with different models!
Hello i have this now and it works perfekt but the problem is when i put reverse the sensors is working and sensor display showing, but as soon as i put drive the sensor is working but it is not showing sensor display only carplay, does anyone have any tip?
Hello Amazing Video, at 9:30 you pressed voice on the steering wheel, on our Golf this button isn't activated, just thinking if this will work if I install this device
Hi there ! I installed something similar in my Golf 7 2013, however I'm getting a bit of digital noise or interference in the audio signal from the aux input. I remember you had a video on some grounding you did to solve this, is it possible to see this video again ? Dank je ! :)
Hey im a little confused on the AUX-In stuff. I have the VW MDI port on my 2015 GTI, never used it. the option is greyed out in my "source" menu, because nothing is plugged in. How will i know if i need the AUX cable or not when ordering ? Does bluetooth audio not work with this new unit ?
If it is greyed out you will need the aux ami adapter. You can use bluetooth for sound. But in that case you cannot make calls. Also not all navigation apps can use bluetooth for sound.
Tive um problema com minha instalação, poderia me ajudar?? Ao aparelho estar todo instalado o carplay espelha a tela do celular mas ele não habilita nenhuma função na tela, não consigo selecionar nada, clicar em nada.
Top video! Alleen rij ik in een Seat Leon FR uit 2014 en heb ik niet de instellingen om een andere source te kiezen. Dus heb ik geen geluid. Enig idee hoe ik dit kan oplossen?
Great video .. have one ordered .. just wondering can you post a pic or quick video of what the glove box unit looked like after you installed and finished . Just curious about spacing
Hola yo tengo el mismo golf 7 y la misma pantalla y quiera saber si una vez que está enchufado todo hay que conectarlo al auxiliar? En la pantalla o como porque no se me oye, yo el conector que tengo del usb y auxiliar es el conector grande que esta en en el cenicero debajo de la pantalla y solo tengo puesto el del usb, lo tengo que cambiar por el del auxiliar para que me lo reconozca el interfaz del CarPlay?
I have the MDI connector, so I don't have the source option for AUX. Therefore, there is no audio when I am in android auto. I have been advised that I need it to be AUX. Is there a solution to this? I have "MEDIA-IN" option where your AUX option is.
Ik moest bluetooth audio uitschakelen in het VW menu had jij dat ook? En nu heb ik hem op aux staan maar ik vind het geluid niet echt van goede kwaliteit (vooral bass), is dit nog beter te krijgen?
Hi there, I'm trying to figure out if this unit will work with cars that have Fender audio and therefore a separate amp. Does the unit bypass the infotainment to connect to the speakers directly or does it all run through the current infotainment system?
@@dmissirlian sorry for the late reply but no. when I watch this video I don't see a separate cable (optical?) for the Fender amp so I'm unsure if it will work with my car.
Hi there. Very informative. Thank you. I have a 2015 GTI, with MIB1 non nav, however I have no aux input, no usb, only a wide MDI port. Would this setup work for my car?
@@sendibadsaid7931 did you end up getting this product? If so, where did you fit the box? I have an early 2015 GTI se (U.S. model) with mib1, MDI port, and Fender sound. Lots of little complications to deal with. If you’re using Bluetooth audio, it’d be interesting to see if CarPlay apps (like the text to speech on messages, or from Google maps) would transmit over bt from the phone, or if they would be produced by the CarPlay box. if it’s the latter, then they might not play via bt audio.
Hey man I just purchased mine for my 2015 golf. The radio unit in the back doesn't have the Grey lvds connector. It has a blue, yellow, pink, brown, and white. Any suggestions? I have the US 2015 launch edition golf.
Use code 'flyingdutchman' at checkout for a 5% discount on www.motrade.nl!
Unit from video:
motrade.nl/nl/carplay-android-mirror/vw/vanaf-2012-mib1-mib2/vw-mib-mib2/a-2332-20000279
It’s quiet expensive to get CarPlay supplied and fitted in the Uk for a mk7, So I just want to give a huge thank you. You’ve saved me so much money by providing the link to the unit and the video on how to self install and to over come any issues through your other two videos!
Amazing videos and mods done to your GTE, I’ve already followed suit with the CarPlay and Stage1 map. Next is the sweeping front and reverse indicators!
P.s anyone who installs this and the CarPlay is either too small for your screen/too big for your or perfect size but the touchscreen doesn’t work. It’s do to with your resolution! Change the pattern of the dip switches on the back and you’ll find a combination that works for you, or contact the supplier and they’ll help suggest different combinations.
If you get an annoying static/feedback sound when no music is playing, then watch the Dutchman’s other video on how to swap audio to Bluetooth instead of AUX. You’ll get steering wheel controls and remove the static interference.
@@zackpatel3506 thank you for the kind and informative response😉
Glad i could be of help and it worked out for you😅😅
Where did you order yours from m?
@@tb4375 from the website He linked in the video description. You’ll have to use a Google chrome translation browser extension or something similar so you can understand the website. The company know English so for any after sales service they’ll speak to you normally
Hey, I’m from UK as well so pleased to have found this as well :D how did it take to arrive for you?
Even 2 years from when the video was made this works perfectly. Very happy with the end result in my VW GTI, as a tip make sure to tuck the cables in the panel above the infotainment system, thats the way i got mine back into place :)
Looking into this myself.. glad people are still doing this so recently on 😊 Question... does the sat nav work of the phones connection? What happens if you don't connect your phone?
Thanks
Any help appreciated. Thanks
@@Daywalker1978 the sat nav will work from your phone yes, your phone will essentially be broadcasting an external image to the car's display
came across this video and had to say thanks, great video helped me to connect to my Skoda VRS and get it working. Very clear and easy to follow.
Just installed mine in my Golf 7 (MIB1, 2013) - works perfect!
Hey, Do you have reverse camera? and.. how does the radio works?
I've got this kit aswell, i had some problem with fitment because i have additional Subwoofer cables running in that little space behind the original unit. so for my convience i just removed the glovebox and put everything above the glovebox. works perfect and fits like a glove ;)
Good to read!
Do you speak about dynaudio system? More cables?
I was going to just do the entire brain unit upgrade, this is awesome and I had no idea it existed
Does it ship to the us?
Hi, I have three question:
1)if you are listening radio fm what happens when you switch to android auto/carplay? do the radio stop or it continues playing? thanks in advance
2) when you are in the rear view camera screen, do you still see the parking sensors on the left side of the screen like in the original screen?
3)when you are close to some obstacle does the sensor screen automatically appear on the left side of the screen like in the original system?
Your videos have helped to significantly increase the value of my car, thank you very much!
That’s good news, thanks!!
@@ot2nie hi mate I’m a tad confused, can I install this even if my mk7 doesn’t have sat nav from factory?
@@RetroTubingdid it work? Mine doesn’t have sat nav
@@cheeseballs8u hi mate never got round to it my insurance tripled due to the thefts on golf Rs so had to sell it
Just saw this video on my recommened, ive installed a Ebay Unit meaning ive lost my stock functions, but this would work perfectly, however im from Australia so the 300 Euro is a bit much for me but i 100% think its worth it.
It’s a good unit, it has a better and more reliable connection than my factory carplay now in my mk7.5, even though it’s chinese (meaning not oem)…
I’ve had the unit for about 3 years with a lot of good experience!
Using it for almost one year now in my Golf Mk7 (MIB2 radio, Discovery Pro), I'm using it for Android Auto (AA) with a Samsung S23:
Positive findings:
- overall the unit works well: relatively easy to install and to hide behind the standard (MIB2) radio in the glovebox, okay sound (I'm not a specialist; I also did not connect the ground cable) & a lot of settings/configuration options.
- it's especially nice for it being an additional feature to the standard radio: if one doesn't like to always use the unit (f.ex. if you share your car with somebody else), one can still perfectly use the standard radio. So it's purely an extra, nothing is being replaced or permanently disactivated from the original MIB2 radio. All functions of the MIB2 keep on working. You only need to put the media on AUX and longpress the MENU button (or connect your phone) and the unit starts as an 'overlay' over the standard radio, using AUX via your phone as sound source. As AUX is the only source, you cannot connect your default radio to your BT (it needs it for the Android Auto) and also the default FM/AM cannot be used (use a radio app instead).
- steering wheel buttons: for changing songs and volume it works, for phone it works partially (you can pick up the phone, but it will then always trigger a search to connect a phone via BT, which it annoyingly shows on the on-board computer display).
- tip: as I prefer wired, I hung a 1,5 m USB cable which starts at the unit, comes out the left side of my glovebox and which ends in the centre console of the car: this works fine.
Dislikes:
- rear camera (factory-installed): it's not working without proper intervention and it's unclear to me how to activate. There are camera settings but not helpful to solve the issue. I've read you need to connect it to the tail light wire which I don't want, to avoid doing things which I cannot undo. Rear sensors (beeping) luckily enough still work (but not shown on screen). Also, (depends on your car) if you put your car in rear gear (my Golf is a manual btw) and press MENU, you will see your camera again, obviously, as you're 'leaving' the unit.
- microphone quality: not too stable but not dramatic. People on the other line of the phone do understand me, but they tell me that sometimes it sounds as if I'm on a far distance. There are microphone quality settings (echo cancelling), but not sure they make a huge difference. (there were also additional micro cables in the box, but those were to install an actual microphone if still needed)
- automatic switch between day & dark/night mode from Google maps is NOT respected, although there is a setting called "appearance" which should check and allign with the status of your front lights (on/off). However, this seems an issue possibly related to Android/Maps instead of the unit. (you can google it)
- sometimes (more or less once every 2 weeks) the sound of the Android notifications & Google Maps instructions go extremely loud, but sounds not from Android stay at a normal volume (f.ex. your music or radio app). Even restarting the phone or changing the volume of the car/unit/phone (several settings) makes no difference. It's usually solved the next time you start the car.
Hello there, great work finding this kit. I love it. Just got a 2015 Gte and was wondering how to mirror my phone so I'm delighted to see this and have contacted the company about this now as I have the same unit as you. I am struggling with connecting the car with the Vw app for pre-heating the car. If you ever have time I would be very grateful if you could talk through how to do this. Thanks again on your great information. 👍🏼
Thanks and sure no problem, contact me through IG: Dutchman.GTE and we can talk😉
Just installed this, great video btw. Cant seem to get the steering wheel skip buttons to work with carplay though. did you have the same issue?
This interface fits all MIB1 and MIB2 multi media systems (in glovebox) for VW, SEAT and SKODA
I can't find where it says that it works with the MIB 1's
Does it work for MIB1 that doesn't run carplay on default?
@@AESTHETICC. yes it does! I have it running on a 2014 Golf 7 with the old MIB1
Another great video done on the fly.... looks really good...
Thank you sir😉
Hi, I don't know if you will read this comment. First of all I wanted to thank you for your video, which I discovered by chance on youtube, so I installed Apple CarPlay on my mib1 (Golf 7). I use it to monitor my sensor glucose, via calendar event, on the homepage along with music and navigator, and now I'm really satisfied thanks to you. I also add that I can use my rear view camera from the VW bonnet badge.
P.s., I apologize for my slightly incorrect English, but I am Italian.
Wow, that’s very good to read and nice that this video made such an impact!
Great to be of help to you and enjoy the kit!😉😉
Hey Carmine, i have also a Golf 7 from 2013 with MIB 1. It dont have Navigation. Is yours the same
Thanks you
@@SamsungABC1996 yes
@@carminespadola9373 Did it work for you?
@@SamsungABC1996 yes
Hoi Dutchman!
Mooie duidelijke video! Ik ben ook geïnteresseerd in dit systeem (heb zelf de Golf MK7 met 5.8" media display).
Ik heb nog enkele vragen, hopelijk kan/wil je die beantwoorden:
- Ik ben toch wel erg benieuwd hoe je het extra kastje hebt weggewerkt en alle extra kabels, heb je daar ook beelden van? Is er voldoende ruimte of is het proppen?
- Is het carplay ook bedraad te gebruiken wanneer je enkel een MDI ingang hebt?
- Hoe bevalt het systeem sinds je eerste post?
Thanks, this might be the best upgrade u can do for that kinda money and makes driving much better with the media setup like this👌
Does it auto connect each time you get into the car? Or do you nees to connect manually each drive?
Yes it is!
It auto-connects every time you get in the car, you just need to have your iphone’s wifi on.
You can also use usb carplay and then you need to plug it in to make it work (obviously haha)!
Great video really clear. I’ve got the CarPlay working and installed, but now I can’t fit the infotainment system back in?? Any advice?
Would you recommend this one over one that just plugs into the usb/mmi adapter? Also realized this was 2 years ago so maybe they have made plug and play versions for VW
Hi, The video is great, but where does the new interface box actually get installed? you dont show the re installation process and leave everything hanging!
I have a different video on that, but honestly for me it was pretty much self explanatory..
Hey whats up. I installed this like 1 Year ago and it works fine. Now i wanted to install the bigger Screen from the Faclift Golf 7. Therefore i need to activate the Developermode via VCDS. Now when i want to put in the Securityaccess code for the 5F Control Unit it doesnt work. Do you know if i have to unplug the Carplay Module?
Awesome video!! I also don’t have CarPlay on my car, and I was wondering how to have and not expending much money! And this one is also wireless. Nice video
Hi, I just got my mk7 few days ago, it was really nice deal. But before ordering Apple play thing, i wanted to ask you. Where in the Netherlands i can order original or which are best parts for big service. Like timing belt, water pump.. rollers etc etc. I live in the Netherlands, but i don't know where to order parts and which are best in your opinion?
BTW, great videos... Thank you for making them for people like myself :)
Thanks
He man, hoeveel inch beeldscherm heeft jou auto? En heb je eigen risico gebruikt enzo? Kan je snel reageren dan koop ik hem ook heb zelf een golf 7 gti 2013 zou het daar op kunnen?
Any issues with backup camera? Also do you have fender audio?
Hi , I have a 2013 mk7 golf but doesn’t have Bluetooth at all will this device work in my car ?
Thks 😁
Yes. You can connect an aftermarket microphone
Hi, thx for this video. I will do it in my GTD MK7. But no problem with native fonctions like rear camera and native micro?
No problem there!
Hey I just came across this video. My 2015 Passat is having an issue with the radio screen going out and the reverse camera not working. Works for a min and then shuts off and resets. Will this fix that issue? Volkswagen is telling me it’s going to cost me around 6000$
What is the difference with the activation key and this system? I know the activation key and installation in the uk is £270
Activation is better. audio, buttons etc.
Heel erg bedankt! Ik wil zelf ook een golf 7 halen. Krijg met al je filmpjes heel veel informatie en ideeen.
Goed om te lezen!!
What about basic FM radio functionality? Let's say I'd like to listen to my favorite FM radio station, so I switch to the original multimedia station. While listening to the FM radio someone is calling my phone - can I answer the call using the add-on box, or the original BT phone functionality?? Can I still listen to FM radio, while being switched to a CarPlay screen? The original CP/AA unit can automatically mute the radio and play voice prompts from navigation or switch to voice calls.
Thats great! I was considering changing the whole system because I use Waze all the time and therefore carplay would be great. But the most important reason for me would be that bluetooth streaming quality is not as good as playing from the harddisk. It’s just not that crisp. I was hoping carplay would make it better. Can you tell me if you notice a difference or improvement in the bluetooth music quality?
I have not tested it enough to conclude that, but yes in theory you’re right!
You can also use traditional carplay by using a usb cable and therefore listening to music while using a wired connection.
So if you notice loss of quality, you can revert back to that😅😅
Thanks! Appreciating your efforts :D
I found my bluetooth connected to Spotify was perfect, the same as a radio station, then one day out of nowhere, no changes to the car, phone or software, I stopped in a supermarket, got back in the car, then the bluetooth connection was awful, low quality sound, and never been the same since. Why did this happen?? I want to get this CarPlay unit but afraid the bluetooth quality would still be bad.
Great video again! Super tof dat je dit allemaal doet en op UA-cam zet. Wordt zeer gewaardeerd;)
Thanks Sander😅
Nice install - we follow the same over here in the UK!
Nog een vraag (de zoveelste)
Als ik wil bellen, hoor ik niks. Maar die gene waar mee ik bel hoort mij wel. Maakt niet uit of ik aux heb geselecteerd of bleutooth op de media van mn golf
Hey! Awesome video and explanation. Any chance someone has placed this unit and has Dynaudio sound in their car? Does it affect the sound quality of does it still remain the same? Thanks in advancen!
Yes, sound quality decreases a bit, because it is transferred over aux with this kit!
Hey bro, nice man I like it. Is it also possible for every car and with an android phone?
would this work in a golf gti 2013 ???? withough the navigation button on dashboard
Hee, ik heb een golf 7.5 met het nieuwe systeen maar geen carplay, is dat mogelijk om in te leren zoja wat zou dat kosten gr
Hello. I’ve been watching your videos for a while now and it’s great. New sub. Quick question, what’s the difference between VW app connect and this? I have the same car mode in UK as you. And really need this upgrade. Will the system that you just fitted on be in English and work in the UK?
Yes the system is english and carplay will use the same language as your phone obviously.
We connect will still work fine and i mainly use that when i want to pre-heat the car remotely😅😅
Hi. Do you have any restrictions using steering wheel controllers? Such as music skip buttons.
Hey man, that was exactly what I was looking for. However, I just wanted to ask if the rear camera and the steering volume buttons work. I really want it but I want to make sure that I can get the best out of it.
Yes it all works! Only music prev and next won’t work, but i have a fix for that in one of my other videos!
@@ot2nie Where do you have that video?
I also need this answer@@thijskennis8757
Will it work on a golf mk7 that has no steering wheel button (controls)? I just have a 5.8" screen and do not have any steering wheel button 😅
Hi i have a mib1 but where isn’t Appel CarPlay logo in menu does this work on my radio golf 7 2015 and maybe on my Octavia 2015?
Yes it works on all mib1 or mib2. By pressing the menu button you will see a new screen with icons
Have you had a chance to look at the RCD 520? It's a new(2021) infortainment system for VW MK7 MQB platform that is supposed to be plug & play for both mib1 & mib2 users. Comes with an 8 inch screen, apple carplay & higher resolution
Hi, I have just bought this, just wondering, does anyone know what to set the dip switches to, it's a 2014 Golf. Only an AMI port but car has Bluetooth.
What’s the dip setting for a 6.5 I have tried everything but don’t get it .. I don’t understand the chart
Thanks!, I have a question, what version has the infotainment?, I saw your radio support the NAV button. Then, if you know, I have the radio with the mute button, then, my question is, that product let me install in my car?, my car is volkswagen year 2016, is MK7.
Thanks again, good video!
I have ordered and installed this unit for use with CarPlay. I have an issue though… my phone connects to the unit via bluetooth and all that but CarPlay just won’t work. Not via USB, not via BT and not via screen mirroring.
I have a Golf mk7 Variant Highline MIB2 unit with 7” display.
My app-connect and Apple CarPlay functionality was never unlocked for the stock head unit. Can anyone please help me out? I have connected the antenna and all that, it’s not that.
Bluetooth connection works also in VW infotainment? Or it is necessary to have bluetooth connection only with Carplay unit?
Is it possible to listen to FM radio while using Carplay?
Thanks
Yes, no and yes!😅
Hi Flyingdutch man,
Ik heb ook een golf 7 en de carplay box aangeschaft. Nu krijg ik nadat de kabels en de box geïnstalleerd heb het multimedia systeem er niet meer terug in. Hij gaat tegen de nieuw kabel aan. Hoe heb jij dit opgelost? Hoor het graag van je
Er zit aan de achterkant linksboven een uitsparing voor de stekker!
To get sound or music did you have to install the Ami Aux plug? On the homepage you should order it!?
I just installed the unit as shown in the video.
Music works fine for me!
Top video en goede uitleg! Ik zie alleen geen Spotify er tussen staan wat voor mij wel een must is. Kan dit later nog gedownload/geinstalleerd worden of is dit niet mogelijk?
spotify kan gewoon
Hello. I have a sportsvan with this serial: 5G0035846A material 041 and software 0430. Actual firmware: MSTD_EU_VW_P3350. I cannot find any update MSTD (only MST2). will this product work on my car? thank you
I installed it exactly like that and it worked. After I tried to reinstall the multimedia system I got a black screen. I removed the module and reconnected it like OEM. I still have no picture. What could be wrong here?
Check fuse
This looks great, thanks for the video. One question, can you listen to your radio/DAB while the screen shows CarPlay and Waze or Google Map directions?
Yes you can, however if the audio is switched to radio, it is not connected to aux and therefore the audio that comes from your phone (in this case waze or maps) won’t come through the speakers.
If you have a radio app on your phone, you can merge it.
@The Flying Dutchman, I have it installed but I only have audio through BT. When going to the orignal VW screen I only have the option to change the source to BT/Jukebox etc but no AUX. This means when I get phonecalls or Flitsmeister provides no sound :( any idea how to fix
On some of the models, you have to buy a secondary aux-to-ami cable
Thanks! Ik heb er 1 besteld en geïnstalleerd. Heb je ook een video van het terug bouwen? De unit heb ik achter het dashboardkastje. Maar het lukt mij niet de ‘cd speler’ terug te plaatsen met de extra draden. Hoe heb jij dit gedaan?
Je kunt de unit op het dashboardkastje plaatsen ipv erachter.
Heeft jouw auto ook een camera, en werkt deze gewoon nadat je de kabels weer hebt aangesloten? Of moet je hiervoor nog andere kabels aansluiten?
Ja werkt perfect met de camera
Hey! Thanks for the video! I'm thinking about buying this for my golf and was just wondering if the carplay navigation works with the information screen in the gauge cluster? Regards!
No that doesn't work with any MIB1/2 Golf, you need the MIB3 screen that comes with the Golf 7.5.
@@ot2nie I see, thanks!
Hello, is it compatible on the golf mk7 model of 2014 ?
Hi, zou dit ook kunnen worden geïnstalleerd op een Golf 7 die een scherm heeft zonder navi/bleutooth? En zo ja zou je ‘m evt voor een meerprijs bij me kunnen installeren? Hoor graag van u!
Hi dude... nice vid... do you have retrofit rear camera??
Nope, if it’s on from factory, it works with this kit
I need car play in my Passat 2015, I guess this box might help me
If it has the mib unit in the glovebox it will work
Does this work via Bluetooth? And can you play Spotify and Apple Music? Also where can you get this from the UK?
I want to know this also
Hi FDM
Great video man.
My reverse camera does not work 🥴 how did made ur camera work? Do you have any fix for that?
BR
Ali
Hi Ali, check the camera settings in Carhome of the carplay unit, it has to be set to factory😉
@@ot2nie Great. Appreciate the reply 🙂 I'll try it out and let you know if it worked out for me 🙂
BR
Ali
@@aliwajahatkhan8771 do you have the camera working now? I've the same issue.
@@stephansiera8164 hi. Yes it works perfectly now. You have to go in the settings for the carplay module, then advance settings and then choose original camera. :) Restart and it will work.
Can i still install this even if i don’t have a CD player in the glovebox?
Great video; thanks for sharing!
Do you also need a microphone or does it use the OEM microphone for phone calls?
Thanks!, it uses the oem mic!
@@ot2nie This is great news as some other solutions seem to require an additional microphone.
Will this also work with a Mib1 media? It has no nav so im not sure if it work.
If you have mib in the glovebox it will fit
Very great video. How would it work with android auto?
It works the same. See other video of flying dutchman
Can I ask you a question? I just got a Golf Sportsvan from 2014, in the media system there is no navigation, so I assume it's a MIB 1. I saw that there are dongles on the market to add the carplay/android car option. Would they work or do I have to change the main unit (like in your video) to have carplay/android car/mirror link on it? Thanks a lot!
It really depends on the screen, if you have one the same size (or similar) as mine, it should work yes.
But best is to check the website in the description, because you’ll see the compatibility with different models!
@@ot2nie thanks! I think my screen is a bit smaller. I'll try to understand more about those dongles.. thanks again!
@Helen i have also a Golf 7 2013 with MIB 1. Did you bought this product and did it work for you?
Thanks
Hi, can i add aftermarket reverse camera to it.
I dont have reverse camera on my 2014 golf
Yes this system is compatible with both an aftermarket or the factory reverse camera.
Hello i have this now and it works perfekt but the problem is when i put reverse the sensors is working and sensor display showing, but as soon as i put drive the sensor is working but it is not showing sensor display only carplay, does anyone have any tip?
In settings you can put radar detecting on/off
@@robertanalbers3089 i know that but only back sensors is showing on the screen not front sensors
Hello Amazing Video, at 9:30 you pressed voice on the steering wheel, on our Golf this button isn't activated, just thinking if this will work if I install this device
No
Hi there ! I installed something similar in my Golf 7 2013, however I'm getting a bit of digital noise or interference in the audio signal from the aux input. I remember you had a video on some grounding you did to solve this, is it possible to see this video again ? Dank je ! :)
did you solve?
Hey im a little confused on the AUX-In stuff. I have the VW MDI port on my 2015 GTI, never used it. the option is greyed out in my "source" menu, because nothing is plugged in. How will i know if i need the AUX cable or not when ordering ? Does bluetooth audio not work with this new unit ?
If it is greyed out you will need the aux ami adapter. You can use bluetooth for sound. But in that case you cannot make calls. Also not all navigation apps can use bluetooth for sound.
Is the “app-connect” option in the menu needed for this to work. I do not have this so will it work in my 2016 polo gti
No, not needed
Dat draadloze is wel lekker. Maar goed ik ben verwend met de 2. Tnx voor weer een mooie tip.
Haha lucky you😉😉
My gf has wanted CarPlay in her 2015 gti since she got it new so this is a genius. My only question is how do I get one of these into the usa?
Both Motrade and Cartizan ship to the US, i believe (people have done before!)
Cartizan does not ship single units. You have to buy 10 at least. Motrade ships single units.
Tive um problema com minha instalação, poderia me ajudar?? Ao aparelho estar todo instalado o carplay espelha a tela do celular mas ele não habilita nenhuma função na tela, não consigo selecionar nada, clicar em nada.
Top video!
Alleen rij ik in een Seat Leon FR uit 2014 en heb ik niet de instellingen om een andere source te kiezen. Dus heb ik geen geluid. Enig idee hoe ik dit kan oplossen?
Ami-aux kabel in de ami poort steken
Great video .. have one ordered .. just wondering can you post a pic or quick video of what the glove box unit looked like after you installed and finished . Just curious about spacing
Sorry . Just seen your other video of the glove box .. cool.. thanks
@@keithbyrne2683 you’re welcome sir, hope you’re enjoying the new kit😉
Could you give me the site you ordered from please?
@@garygrainge9315 www.motrade.nl/nl/
@@ot2nie great thanks very much
Um alô do Brasil. Como está sendo usar? está gostando?
Does it works on a 2015 MIB 1 sportsvan?
The steering wheel controls doesn’t work in the CarPlay menu but they do still work on the OEM menus?
In oem they work, in interface mode they will probably. it improves all the time
Hola yo tengo el mismo golf 7 y la misma pantalla y quiera saber si una vez que está enchufado todo hay que conectarlo al auxiliar? En la pantalla o como porque no se me oye, yo el conector que tengo del usb y auxiliar es el conector grande que esta en en el cenicero debajo de la pantalla y solo tengo puesto el del usb, lo tengo que cambiar por el del auxiliar para que me lo reconozca el interfaz del CarPlay?
You only have to put your radio on aux. If not possible you need the ami-aux adapter to activate ami-aux
Does this work on a mk 7 2015 tdi. It has no navigation and the voice control is not available but I have the button on steering wheel. Thanks
Also need to know the answer
@@EyyupYAPRAK I can’t find anything that does work for this car unfortunately
Maybe it's been answered before, I am not sure, but can I still get audio from my car's radio while I am connected though Android auto?
No, you need to listen to radio apps on your phone
I have the MDI connector, so I don't have the source option for AUX. Therefore, there is no audio when I am in android auto. I have been advised that I need it to be AUX. Is there a solution to this? I have "MEDIA-IN" option where your AUX option is.
Buy a ami-aux adapter
Ik moest bluetooth audio uitschakelen in het VW menu had jij dat ook? En nu heb ik hem op aux staan maar ik vind het geluid niet echt van goede kwaliteit (vooral bass), is dit nog beter te krijgen?
Aux on vw can be not so good. Depends on your car. In settings you can adjust sound
Did you find a fix to this or was the sound really bad?
I just bought a Golf and it has Dynaudio sound system. It will work perfectly without lose quality from the sound system?
That’s right, but aux will in theory have a bit worse quality than BT.
Does this box work on an Audi s3 2015 small screen?
I have a 2015 golf gti s will it work with this
Hi there, I'm trying to figure out if this unit will work with cars that have Fender audio and therefore a separate amp. Does the unit bypass the infotainment to connect to the speakers directly or does it all run through the current infotainment system?
Ever figure this out?
@@dmissirlian sorry for the late reply but no. when I watch this video I don't see a separate cable (optical?) for the Fender amp so I'm unsure if it will work with my car.
I have it working on my fender 2015, its using bluetooth for sound
Hi there. Very informative. Thank you.
I have a 2015 GTI, with MIB1 non nav, however I have no aux input, no usb, only a wide MDI port. Would this setup work for my car?
Do you have BT audio? Then it should work!
@@ot2nie Yes I do. Thanks
@@sendibadsaid7931 did you end up getting this product? If so, where did you fit the box? I have an early 2015 GTI se (U.S. model) with mib1, MDI port, and Fender sound. Lots of little complications to deal with.
If you’re using Bluetooth audio, it’d be interesting to see if CarPlay apps (like the text to speech on messages, or from Google maps) would transmit over bt from the phone, or if they would be produced by the CarPlay box. if it’s the latter, then they might not play via bt audio.
@@mrpug999 Not yet, but I am planning to do it in the near future. I will let you know how it goes.
@@sendibadsaid7931 please keep us posted I’m in the same boat as Kevin
Hey kerel vraagje,
Ben je er al achter of de knopjes op het stuur wel functioneren bij spotify of apple music?
Bij youtube music werkt volume wel maar fast forward niet!
Spotify geen ervaring mee helaas..
Hey man I just purchased mine for my 2015 golf. The radio unit in the back doesn't have the Grey lvds connector. It has a blue, yellow, pink, brown, and white. Any suggestions? I have the US 2015 launch edition golf.
Pink
Hoeveel van de stuurbediening werkt nog met carplay? Kun je volume bedienen op het stuur? En nummers wisselen?
Volume en voice wel, nummers wisselen niet!
Hi there, Can you tell me does the SD Card slot still pay audio?
Hi,
nice box ,Works Perfekt (VW Sportsvan 2014 , MIB1) . I have one Question where you put the box?
I put it in the cubby space next to the oem unit!