NEW Android Screen step by step install on Audi A4 (B8.5) 2008-2016
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- Опубліковано 20 січ 2023
- In this video, I show you how I install a large 10.25" android screen from #dmpcardesign on the 2015 Audi A4 (B8.5) project car. This should be the same process for a 2008-2016 Audi A4 and S4 and Audi A5 as well.
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Great video man! Very clear when you speak and you repeat the little things right before you do them. Such a good attention to detail. I'm getting this next month and I'm using your video for the install. Keep up the great content.
Glad you liked it!
I bought the mercedes one, when you upgrade older mercedes and it still works so good. The upgrades keep you up to date and I love it. DMP is the best radio upgrades!
Thanks for sharing!
Where’s the link to the Mercedes one?
Just go the the dmp link in my description for the Audi screen and go up top and select Mercedes screens.
Excellent video ! Thanks a tonne bro. This install video has saved me saved over $1000
Glad it helped
Excellent and very methodic,, Enjoyed watching your video, lookin into changing my dash look.. Keep posting good videos,,👍
Thanks for watching and supporting the channel. Means alot to me!
I been waiting for you to post for a while now bro lol
And I’ve been wanting to but been so busy traveling and with work, never got the chance to do my voiceover and edit it. Lol
Man, i love you. May God give you a blessed and happy life.
Your example was what i needed.
I bought a same android interface, went to a shop to mount it but it didnt worked. The reason was that the CANBUS cable was not connected as concluded from your video.
I tought it was the wrong cable for my A4 model..
Love you bro, love you. Keep up the good work
Did it end up working?
@@TheFlexxGarage the event took place 8 hours ago at a dedicated service that mounts navigations, for wich i paid $$ and didnt even know about canbus, wich is sad.
He told me to make some pictures and send it to the vendor from wich i bought the android device. I looked at the pictures and compared the conectors with your video, and he was holding the canbus in his hand :)) no wonder it didnt worked.
i will go to a friend maybe tomorrow and see if i can do it with him, because i have no ideea about cars :D ( but i have learned something new today in few hours)
@@TheFlexxGarageok, so i successfuly mounted with a friend. The only issue is i get a static noise if i listen to music or when i don't listen, just turn the volume up. Any ideea why? AUX connection is used by this android navigation wich i heard is not that "proof" 😢
Interference. You need to get a “3.5mm aux noise isolator”. It’s not included in the kit because static issues don’t happen in most cars but sometimes it does so you need to buy one on your own.
@@TheFlexxGarage but i dont have an aux jack on my car, i only use the sound from the navigation system connected to the internet (youtube,spotify,etc)
I remember that the navigation had an aux cable with female port, but im not using it
Awesome! I will do the same
Nice video. Very clear instructions. Probably won't need it now, but can I still use the sd card as my music source?
Amazing. Do you know if ipads work as well? BTW do you have experience / tutorials for installing rsnav? is there a reason you chose this unit?Just curious
Been missing the w205 content bro.
It’s not going anywhere. Still have a lot coming.
If you have front and rear parking sensors from factory do theses still work while in the android interface or apple carplay? Or do you have to go to the normal OEM system for them to show on screen? Thanks
Im getting phone call audio through the small speaker. How do i get it through the car speakers? Ive got an Audi A5 2013. Been looking around for an answer. Thanks for the video by the way.
Do you hook the interface string into the module? How do that work or do you take your module out
🔥🔥🔥
I have the same one on my b8.5 and I love it
Dope!!!! 😎😎😎😎. Such a huge upgrade over stock. The b8.5 def needs it compared to other cars in its class during those years
Does it have apple car play?
Is the Apple CarPlay function wireless?
Hey man love your videos been getting into modding cars since I had my last one. Just got an A4 recently with a stage 1 tune I was wondering what downpipe u would recommend for me to move up to stage 2
Thanks. Go to my UA-cam page and all my recommendations are in my A4 video playlist.
With PhoneLink, you said that you can use Apple CarPlay. Is that wireless and wired carplay, or just wired? Also, have you used CarPlay with it? If so, does the touchscreen work with CarPlay as expected?
Thanks for the videos man! I'm new to the B8.5 platform (A5) and these videos have been very helpful
I have this my car I love it
What about how the iPhone looks connected to it. Are you connecting the iPhone via the usb port? Does Bluetooth connection operate any different. What about a memory card connection? How do you watch HD and 4k video? Said 4k was compatible but it’s a 1280px screen which is 1/4 the resolution. What steps will allow this to play movies and what will it play? Does it have it’s own navigation? What features that you regularly use when driving daily that this Android system actually offers? Does this give you RCA outs now for a sound system? Does this give you the direct subwoofer volume control?
Very nice walk through.....have you done a review since having it for awhile ?? Definitely want to get the best one with the least amount of issues..
Not needed cause it’s been working awesome. I have zero regrets.
My only feedback is if you have no plans of really tethering the screen to an internet source (your phone as a hotspot or getting a subscription just for the screen), don’t get the screen and just get the Apple car play/Android Auto module and have it run off the oem screen. I did a whole video on that.
How long did it take for your shipping order mine taking a while
How did you change the screen look? Cause I have the other one where it’s like an oem look.
Is this will be same installation procedures for 2018 Audi Q5?
Fantastic I hate that old thing lol
the old one was good for a bit when I installed the carplay module but man, this new screen kicks ass!
Thanks for the nice video! I did it like instructed but I have two problems.
1) the original camera for reverse parking does not show the video. if I put reverse than the screen switches to original interface but nothing happens..
2) if I make a call than the other persons hears an echo
Can you please help me?:)
How long does it take to boot up after you turn on the car? Is the boot up screen Audi branded or android branded?
You should install the ambient light app on the head unit to control control the lighting from there
Sure
Looks awesome. Did you have to remove the old A4 car play you previously installed?
Yes. I did that before I did the screen install.
Hi, I wanted to tell you, can it be installed that I have an Audi A4 B8 avant 2011, namely MMi 2G low/basic monochrome red? Let me know
Is there the same screen for apple caryplay?
Would like to install this and some back up cameras and front dash camera into my car all at the same time. Do you have recommendations for some dash cams?
Go look in my Audi Video playlist. Dash cam is there. For backup, just ask dmp or go to their website link in video description.
Hi. What is the factory settings code for the unit?
Does the reflective screen hinder visibility of the display in direct sunlight? Is it a major inconvenience when compared to the matte OEM screen?
Sometimes but it doesn’t bother me that much like having a small screen with no touchscreen or features.
How did you keep the ambient light kit and use this at the same time, if they use the same port to plug them in?
I already answered the same questions in the comments. Please go look.
Hi I’ve seen your videos big fan love the details and you helping everyone I have a question about your Audi a4 when you installed CarPlay you connected a wire via the glove box it was a red connector that you switch for a yellow connector As I see you have the ambient lighting as well I’ve seen installation videos on that and they use that same connector the red one and switch it to a yellow connector my question is how were you able to do both ambient lighting and CarPlay with one connector?
You can do both. They can piggyback onto each other. Each mod’s harness has an expansion port to plus the other one in too.
@@TheFlexxGarage thank you for info really helpful keep up the good work man
@@TheFlexxGarage sorry for confusion but by Expansion port are You meaning a whole different connection ? or by Piggy backing the Ambient male connector go in Canbus port and the carplays main male connection goes in the ambient second port and the carplay second part connects to smaller canbus port ? sorry to bother i just wanna get it right
Hi flexx. How can i fix no Sound with android.. OEM Sound is ok.. UA-cam have no sound.. thank you
Hello there... I saw your Video and you explained it great. The only thing I wanted to ask: if you have an android phone and you go on Phone, can you also play Musik with your phone through the phone setting or do you need to download the music?
Nothing needs to be downloaded. The CarPlay shows exactly what’s already on your phone. If you have music already on your phone, then CarPlay will show it and play it. However if you connect any android phone…you would be using the Android Auto software, not the CarPlay software. CarPlay is only for iPhones. Android Auto is what’s used for Android phones.
@@TheFlexxGarage ah ok... So it also works with Spotify and Napster and so on ?
It works with whatever apps already on your phone. The only thing is some apps might not show up cause if an app can cause distractions while your driving (like a video app like UA-cam)…it won’t show up on the cars screen. That’s for safety protection set by the law.
Why did you leave a USB cable pop out from the passenger side?
Hello, fantastic video. Do you have any issues with it since installing? Would you recomend it? What is the model name and number?
No issues. As mentioned in the video, look in the video description for all the details.
I should of bought this instead of the RS5 front calipers that I still havent installed because now I need bigger wheels to clear them. 😩
did u look into rsnav before making the dmp purchase?
Just depends on what radio you have. They have details on their website
I have a Problem with my oem interface the screen is somehow doubled and flickering do you know a fix?
Hello, I also have a 2015 A4 S-Line, how does the little screen in the instrument panel work after upgrade? With OEM, the screen shows navigation, radio etc., how does it work after upgrade?
As stated in the video, the screen can display everything that was already oem when you are in the oem screen interface.
Would you say the 12.3 inch is too big for an Audi A5 b8.5? I can’t make up my mind if I want the 10.2 or 12.3
Go with the regular 10 for an Audi. The 12 is too big. The 12 only fits well in the Mercedes c-class I have.
Does the Apple CarPlay display cover the whole screen or is there still menu buttons on the left side?
Yes. Full
Compré una radio pero de Audi A4 añs 2009 tengo Audi A4 2008 si puedo instalar por audi A4 añs 2008 ?
Noob question: Do you remove the battery before working on this? I once took off the emergency light cable and I had issues and had to bring it in to Audi.
I’ve always disconnected the negative/ground side of my battery when working on electrical components on my car. I’m not gonna risk shocking myself, causing a spark or fire, or accidentally having a tool touch something and fry something. I’ve been doing this on all my cars for years with no issues. Even my r8 is being stored with the battery disconnected and I reconnect it every 2 weeks to start the car for 20mins and runs fine everytime. Yes, “sometimes” when I reconnect the battery there might be some fault lights but that goes away after driving for a bit.
What about the OEM GPS antenna i already have in my car, dont you use that with the new system, or is it only for the new system.? Or do the 2 system run on their own GPS antenna, Old MMI uses its own, and New screen uses its own. just confuses me a little. 🙂
The old gps works when you are in the oem interface. The new gps works when you are in the android interface.
Do you really needed to install that small speaker? What is it for? I watched other videos like yours, and allegedly, that speaker doesn't need to be installed, with the mmi 3g system You used it for a while. Any idea?
I'm about to install mine tomorrow.
Thanks for the video anyway. I was stuck, because my Audi is an B 8.5 too.
Cheers, Tibor
Did you finish your install? I have the exact same car and the same device as you, but I cannot hear any audio from the device through my speakers in the car
Is it possible to view climate controls while using the android interface?
Of course you can
Does your stereo system have to be AMI or MMI? I’m hoping this is compatible with both.
Doesn’t matter. Go to the dmp link. They have a screen based on your stock radio system.
My Audi a4 2009 b8 has been lots of problems lately with the wheel bearings and motor mounts and much more. Was wondering if you have been having problems with the 2015 a4. May look to get it because my a4 has been very frustrating for me with maintenance
That’s why. It’s the 2008-2012. Those are notorious for issues. The facelift (b8.5) are way better. My 2015 has been perfect.
@@TheFlexxGarage a4 motor 2.0 tfsi 2015 best audi motor 4 cilinders
Very nice.
So you disconnected the initial module you did in a previous vid, which didnt have the touchscreen but utilized the oem screen and did a full install with thia touchscreen, which has the module embedded in the screen? Just so I'm understanding this correctly
Not sure what you’re saying but my ambient kit was connected to the canbus port behind the glove box. I disconnected that so I can do this screen video and have the screen connected to that same canbus port.
I did that cause people will watch one video or the other video, but not both. So I did clean installs from scratch for each product.
However, I have both the ambient kit and screen running off the same canbus port right now. It’s just not shown in the videos. Their connectors have an expansion port so I can piggyback one product to the other and plug 1 single connector to the canbus port in the car.
So where do you connect the ambient light connection in the glove box then? They look to be the same connection.
I didn’t show in the video because not everyone has an ambient kit but you just piggyback it. The ambient kits male connector plugs into car’s canbus port and the yellow male connector for the screen plugs into the female end of the ambient connection that’s an expansion port.
Hi, thank you for the video! I followed your guide and installed my andriod unit, however I am having problems with the audio output and I can't find the answer online. Your guide doesn't show anything to do with the AMI cable / Aux output, but the seller of my kit says thats the problem. However, when connecting to Z-Link, my audio worked for the first 2 seconds, then it went off, so I'm not sure exactly what the problem is!
Mine has nothing to do with ami cable or aux cause it’s not needed. Not all screens kits are the same. I only trust my stuff from DMP Car design cause they support their products. I ran into a no sound issue when I was in the android interface and all I needed to do was find the 2 white tiny connectors on the main harness, switch their connections (take one off one and connect to other white connector…and do the same for the other one), and Audio worked.
@@TheFlexxGarage Hey there, thank you so much for your response! I actually figrued it out yesterday morning, the fix was quite simple. In the new unit i had to go into factory settings and turn off a setting to do with the AUX, for some reason it was set to 'auto' and that was forcing my AUX setting to be rerouted to WLAN, turning off this setting meant it would stay in AUX, which in turn meant its now working as in tended HOWEVER, my next problem is the airbag light is now on, despite connecting the Y shaped hazard light connector. Did you have any problems with this?
WHAAAAAAATTTTTT??!! Now I need this! Your videos are gonna have me broke…😂😂😂
@@marn6128 where was the aux setting? The only setting I'm seeing on the aftermarket radio is for Aux Position under Settings.
for what is car info bro
Hi, very nice video. Few questions:
- does it keep the B&O sound without trouble?
- does it switch to rear camera when you set the gearbox to rear while you're on the Android interface?
- what about the parking sensor?
Thx
1) it works through your speaker system. Doesn't matter if its base model speakers or high end.
2) it goes into reverse like a normal screen then goes back
3) it works like your normal car
Hello I love your videos but my main question is can this work for a 2012 audi s4?
Go to the link and put in your cars model to see if there’s a screen for it. I’m 99% sure there’s a kit for your car. If you can’t find it, just message DMP Car Design directly.
@TheFlexxGarage awesome man thank you! I just found it and it's the same one you have! I appreciate your help.
Nice!!!
Would this work with Fortin remote start plugged in at the same time?
I’m not familiar with remote start or how it’s installed.
And does this work with the bang and Olufson sound system?
Yes
I’m trying to connect the display harness to the cable I unplugged from the OEM screen but my cable did not have a round connect it has a larger rectangle one. I looked in the kit to see if there was some sort of adapter but nothing anything help. What is the difference between the Audi A4L & Audi A4?
Did you get an answer? I have the same issue 😢
Ordered the wrong Stero, but now I can’t get the glove box to come completely off the left side !
Is this exactly model totally CarPlay compatible for iPhones?
Yes, as mentioned in my review at the end of the video that it has CarPlay
Purchased this screen. When arrived looks nothing like the one in video. Also harness are not the same. Didn’t come with instructions. Ordered this product from DMP car design.
All kits are not the same. It depends on your cars year and model and also what stock radio model you already have in your car.
And there’s no instructions cause these are designed for professional installs. These are not just plug and play kits. It requires skill to install and requires custom software setup.
My video is not a “how to” video for every kit out there. My video is just my own experience with the install on my own car after me figuring out by myself what goes where. I still need DMP’s help on setting up the screens software to work properly. What you do with that info is up to you.
If you wanna install it yourself, reach out to DMP and ask for tech support. That’s what they are there for. It’s their product and they provide support and warranty on it.
Hi my friend
A need you help
I see you video I like
I have de similar Screens, all installed is the same, but the android screen sound is not working, the original sound is ok, I not idea whit happens, you can help me?
I think you need to switch to the AUX mode, because the android screen is using the AUX for the sound.
@@derLange what do you mean by aux mode? Is there an aux cord that we have to run or is there an oem aux plugin? I have a 2012 A4 B8
İI am looking for this Android Laucher what looks like the Audi Interface. Can anyone recommend it to me
i have S4 2012 with bang&olufsen audio. Do you know if fit in my car?
It should work fine. I have the B&O system on my R8 and installing a screen on that car was almost exactly like my A4. If you want to triple check, just message DMP and ask the question.
Do they have any smaller style screens im not a fan of how it pops out like that dosnt look oem
Not sure. You need to look on DMP’s website.
When can I bay just the display harness?
You can’t. You can contact DMP and ask. 🤷🏻♂️
What about the hazard lights?
The new button was installed and hazards works fine. That’s clearly shown in the video.
Can i activate the rear camera while driving??
No. Cause a reverse camera is for reversing.
Where do you connect the audio?
Not sure what you mean. Literally everything I did for the install is in the video. There’s no skipped steps for the kit I had.
I noticed you had the hazard with the passenger airbag light, did any codes pop up when plugging into the new hazard switch/minus airbag light?
Zero issues
Do you have one that's compatible with Audi Chorus?
You will need to go to the link in the description and see if DMP has one.
I don’t work for DMP and I don’t sell products. I just make UA-cam videos on my own installs on my car.
Thanks mate
Hi I have put this system in my car and everything works but the old Audi infotainment system shows NO SIGNAL. Does anyone know how to fix this?
I also bought one and from what i understood is that the android sound goes through the external mmi output. I dont know what car yoy have but the connector should be in the glove compartment. You should be able to connect that to the aux output cable attached to one of the wires that goes to the screen
In factory settings > Vehicle > ensure your correct car model software is selected
Does this work for European cars? Right side drive
Yea if you order the right hand version. Pretty sure they have it as an option on DMP’s link in my video description. If it’s not there, just message DMP directly and they’ll let you know.
Does it require a SIM card
Only if you want a dedicated source for internet. If not, use CarPlay from your phone or connect the WiFi from your phone to the screen.
Does it have apple CarPlay?
Yes. That was clearly mentioned when I walked through each feature of the screen.
I have a 2011 Audi A4 Quattro will this work for it?
Yes. You just need to make sure the right screen kit is selected for your car on DMP’s webstore.
@@TheFlexxGarage is there photos what dmp
Same for a b8.5 s5?
Yes. Go to the website and put in your cars model and you’ll see the same screen.
My screen dosent turn off when the car does , I have to press the button on the screen make it go blank but I feel like this still uses battery?
I have the same problem. Did you manage to solve it?
@@lprince_music found it out today, you have to connect a cable to the glove box
My screen does not turn on at all and i have an extra cable no video has said what to do with it
Did you find a Solution? I have the Same Problem.
What’s the mini speaker for?
And how does the deck effect your audio quality?
It’s for when you are using a gps app from the android interface but you decide to switch the screen to the oem interface. Your car speakers will continue to play from the oem interface (cause you’re on it) but gps directions from the android interface will come thru the mini speaker.
If you use the gps app and stay on the android interface, the gps directions will come thru the cars speakers (not mini).
And no. It doesn’t affect quality. It may enhance it because now I have access to a full EQ to adjust the audio to how I like it.
Does the android screen itself come with apple carplay or would I need to buy the apple carplay?
Comes with it
Any ideea why new interface doesn’t recognise when car in reverse ?
Settings need to be updated.
@@TheFlexxGarage thank you so much for your reply , can you be more specific please ? Do I need a software update ?
S4 compatible?
Yes
Where can I find the update firmware please
You need to contact whoever sold you the screen. They are not all the same.
Does anyone know what version of android this is running 🤔
Go look at the product link in the video description. Should be all there. If no, you can always message DMP and they’ll tell you
does DMP have anything for Nissan?
Probably. Go to their website
@@TheFlexxGarage yeah did that, but nothing! ok👍
Can you still push the hazard button when it s mounted? Seems almost like the screen blocks it
Of course you can.
You're absolutely right, I got a similar screen and it's definitely blocked by the screen. You can press it but it's harder to locate since you don't see it
What is the factory code?
Depends on who you bought the screen from. Different sellers carry different screens (even though they might “look” the same). The sellers are the one with the codes for the screens they sell.
Hello my friend, i think u are my last hope!
I have a audi a5 b8 2016, and I installed a 8.8 zoll android screen!
I saw your video and the cable from your car is the same with mine! I installed all the cables exactly like u! But i have a problem and i can’t solve it.
If i want to hear music my iphone is connected with The bluetooth from car and i hear the music fron cars speakers! But the navigation not have sound, and if i connect the screen with tethering ( internet from iphone) and i go to the youtube i dont have sound too. Can u help me? And i dont know how works this mini speaker! Also if I choose carplay i dont have sound, if i choose auto bluetooth i can hear music normally but i dont have sound from google maps or youtube. :(. Are u connected this ami aux with your screen? I try this also but not working.
Im very disappointed. :(
I hopped up answering me! 🙏🙏🙏
Hi
You have to go to the original car settings and then to Bluetooth setting and from you have to change it to externer Audio.
I installed the device in my car
Now my battery is always discharged and the car doesn't start
Anyone has the same issue ?
I’ve never had that issue with any of the screens I’ve installed on my cars.
Did you buy from DMP? Cause if so, they can help you 100% dial it in. You just need to contact them and ask for tech support.
This screen is beyond useless, just looks nice
Yes, your screen you probably bought from eBay/Amazon/ AliExpress is useless. That’s why I recommend buying from a reputable reseller who stands by their products, warranties it, and provides technical support. I love my screen and it does everything I need and the new owner of my car loves the screen as well. Haven’t had a single issue.
Have you ever driven a car with a navigation on a big screen?
We still have the exact same vehicle but mine is black
Nice. Modded?
@@TheFlexxGarage cold air intake and rims 😂 im still broke.. bout to get a down pipe cat ex soon though