I quickly tested a USB DAB in my '06 Passat since the FM radio signal was terrible on my budget Android head unit. But as soon as the DAB radio started, wow-what a difference! Great tip! //sweden
Just watched this as you linked to it when kindly responding on the Dudu7 question that I asked. Many thanks for your help - this is super clear and informative 🙏
Ive had an xtrons usb stick floating around since i got rid of my rover 75. So just had a generic android unit in my Vectra c. Didnt even know it could be used on this one. Thanks so much just save me a few hundred quid getting a dab android head unit.😊 Awesome.
I’ve been watching quite a few of your videos lately as I’m hoping to install a new head unit on my 996. You are really good. Very informative, clearly know your stuff and methodical in the videos. I have a limited space so think I have to get the CC2 7” but struggle to find specific dimensions so I can confirm before purchasing. Waiting on stereo removal tools and will then know exactly what I’m playing with. Genuinely appreciate your videos. Keep up the great work and fingers crossed I don’t f up my install! 😅
I had windscreen antenna but as I have a heated windscreen it never worked successfully. Used a a splitter and as I live in good DAB area it works a treat. Do get a DAB+ device as there many more stations using that system.
I think all the DAB/DAB+ USB Tuners are the same regrdless of brand. Your XTRONS unit as an example is identical to the Eonon version. As much as they may push their own branded things, these USB's are interchangeable. I use one in my car and with the stick on windscreen antenna, it works really well even in built up areas. I did find the splitter type with the slight amplification worked better, but either way will work well consdering these are USB devices. Unfortunately I don't get station art here in Australia, but lot of DAB stations braodcast album artworks and htat can make it look quite pretty.
I've done this with four different Chinese head units so far and have had mixed results. Window antennas aren't great but have been the best compromise when it comes to reception and ease of installation. Using a splitter with the car's existing FM antenna (with and without amplifier, with original or replacement whip) produced good results in one place and nonexistent results in another; it can also affect the FM signal. But replacing a stock antenna can be a pain due to placement. For example, Nissan Micra K13 has the FM antenna on a slope with two bore holes, so many replacements won't cover both of them or will actually stand straight up. Qashqai J10 has the antenna right at the back of the car in front of the rear hatch, so most antenna bases will be too big or the antenna will hit the door when it opens; wiring all the way through the roof avoiding sunroof and air bags is also a pain. Hence, window antenna.
I inherited an Atoto A6PF when purchasing a 93 this year. I replaced the crumbling stock shark fin with one capable of receiving DAB+ & GPS. (The HU says it can ‘see’ several satellites, so I do have some functionality!) I fitted an adaptor lead to connect the DAB lead to the HU. Although the HU is capable of receiving DAB+, I believe that something is required to ‘translate’ the DAB+ signal for the HU to understand. What I don’t want is something that would include a superfluous internal antenna. I’m confused as to what it is that I do need. Off topic, but as a fellow Saabist, you have probably installed a rear view camera. If so, where did you obtain the signal source to tell the HU that reverse has been engaged? I would like to acquire that signal in the close proximity of the HU, not from the rear light unit. BTW, the connects2 patch leads for steering wheel controls etc - that was also with the car - claims to have a lead that offers just the signal required, but it doesn’t. My guess is that it would function for non manual gearboxes. Any help appreciated! TYIA Mark
Thanks for this info! Was a noob until I watched your awesome videos. Just installing a low level Android head unit which I added the a usb stick for DAB+. The other usb I use with my iPhone. I used a booster splitter on my aerial for the DAB.
Informative and good video. Do you know if there are similar FM tuner USB sticks that come with an antenna splitter? Where I live there are no DAB+ radio broadcasts and my android headunit does not have an FM receiver.
Fitting this to ATOTO a6, done it as per instructions etc. Picked up 40 stations with full signal. As soon as I drive the signal keeps dropping out, so frustrating!
Saab unleashed firstly thank you for your help as after watching numerous of your videos and I bit of research I've now purchased a xtron TIA723L. Secondly i see xtron sell 3 different types of dab usb adaptors. I see you have the 02 type but is there any difference between them ? (Models 01/02 & 04) keep up the good work. Many thanks 👍🏻
Great video! Wanted to ask, if you are using the dab app to listen to your dab but wanted to use android auto for example for your Google maps, in your experience, will both work at the same time or is it a one app at a time deal only? I only ask as in modern car head units, you can use android auto or car play while still listening to you dab.
Your videos are informative thanks. I have an old Sony hometheatre model no. DAV-DZ120K. It's still functional and in mint condition. It's FM reception is poor. Can I upgrade it with DAB+? I'm based in East Africa.
Great video, thanks. I have a 2012 Ford Focus which has DAB in the standard Ford unit. I'm installing an Xtrons IAP92FSFB Android unit. I also have the Xtrons USB DAB stick. Can I use the existing Ford DAB antenna in conjunction with the DAB USB stick and if so, is there an adaptor I need to connect it to the Xtrons unit.
@@lindyknight5971 Same question here, does that work or does the stick provide power to the antenna that might not be necessary to the already amplified OEM antenna?
Hi, I just purchased an Xtrons unit and a DAB+ dongle. Where do you get the splitter from? Is there a link please? Btw, your videos convinced me to get an Android unit instead of a branded one. Great work!!
Good video.. To also let u know XTRONS do a Smaller Antenna which goes at the top of the Windshield by sun visor & it doesn’t not need to be grounded on bare metal either, saves ur the time opening the pillar to look for bare metal. Its out sight for better visibility and saves the annoying look wen your sight catches this bigger box lol. How do i know this?? Because i use XTRONS 😁
Any chance you could link to the aerial you're referring to please? I went down the rabbit hole with DAB when I first installed an Xtrons headunit in my car in 2018 but like a few have said here, could only get decent signal when stationary. Having a VW Eos makes it even more tricky.
Ive Struggled To Find A Decent Receiver & Antenna & Even "Amplifed" Antennas So Would Love To See A Comparison Video On Adaptors & Antennas, And How They Compare To Factory DAB Found On OEM Car Units, Awesome Channel Though & Subscribed, Always Been A Geek And Actually Done My Own Android Tablet Dash Installs.
Might just be my car. Fitted to a 2018 insignia. Got a Fakra to SMA connector. Plugs directly into the black Fakra to DAB usb. Picked up over 90 stations and have clear signal. No issues at all. Worth looking at this if you have factory dab.
Hi, I have an VW golf mk6 and I have dab radio with my factory car stereo now I’m looking to replace with an Eonon and the question is do I need one of these antenna separately or just connect to the one I have?Great videos and thanks
@@smokemachine5977 no you would need to buy a adapter. Tbh find them more trouble then there worth. Worked fine for a few days then started loosing signal and gaining Interference. If you have a data plan I use online radio. No issues at all.
Thanks for the video. Do you know if your car already has a DAB antenna for the factory radio but you wanted to replace the head unit, could you just use that or would it still require a splitter cable/windscreen antenna? Also can you use the DAB app while in Apple CarPlay mode?
Excellent, thank you for this! Having just changed my head unit from the OEM RNS-510 with DAB in my MK5 GOLF to a JOYING 9" 4Gb/64Gb unit [with SOME installation issues, but nothing major] - I was wondering if it was potentially posisble to get DAB functionality back. I have a DAB aerial in the car already that was attached to the RNS-510, but obviously that's currently just tucked away, redundant at present. Not for long now however! Thanks again.
Does the red wire of the splitter connect with anything ? The one that is linked to below doesn’t appear to be available anymore, but similar items appear to suggest a 12 volt connection?
Hello! Thank you for this detailed video! I have a question about the USB-DAB+ Adapter in general. I want to buy a joying Android 10 Radio. I have had a Headunit with DAB+ before. Therefore i installed a Roof Antenna with DAB+ an FM-Reception with an internal Amplifier, so it needs 12Volt+ over a separate Wire. Here is my Question: Does this work with this configuration too? Which USB-DAB+ Adapter would you recommend (Joying or this Xtron Adapter showing in this Video)?
Have you done one of these videos for setting up the 4G LTE on the head units? Wondering what best placement of the 4G antenna will be. Can I hide it behind the radio or will that really cripple the bandwidth?
I bought all the items you listed and plugged in to my atoto f7g2a7we android head unit as you stated that it fits atoto heads. However the critical step of installing the dabz seems not to be available. Could you show how to install on this head unit as I have now spent a lot of money on the usb stick and dab adapter cable
hello, is it interesting to couple the original gps antenna of the car with the gps antenna received with an Xtrons car radio? Will it bring a gain or will it be too minimal? Knowing that the original take is in FAKRA? I can't find an adapter that supports both. Also having two FM radio antennas (FAKRA also) on the vehicle, I try to connect it with the DAB dongle but the plug shown only accepts one. An idea ?
@SAAB Unleashed - do u have any advice on the dab usb adaptor in relation to Dudu7 unit?? The Dab-Z app did not "find" the dab unit.. app does not open
Hi there, I bought a Podofo USB DAB+ stick together with the Eightwood DAB+ splitter, because the USB stick is SMA and the splitter SMB, I had to put an adapter in between. everything is connected correctly, I took the antenna out of the head unit as a supply and I connected the black wire to the chassis of the car, if I now connect the dab antenna to the USB stick it switches off, have I missed something? By the way, I have an Opel Astra J with a standard amplifier in the rear window antenna. I would really appreciate your help!
Is there a way of integrating the DAB into the screens on the head unit (I have an Atoto S8) similar to how the FM radio is displayed? Unlike you, I have nothing on FM but decent DAB - so would like to replace the FM display with DAB.
If i have a usb port with tpms module attached can i use a splitter for dab aerial box or would it not he recommended. Why couldn't the android head units come with a direct sma connection.
Just got a joyining top end head unit, found the radio reception pretty bad, previous oem was better. The same the audio quality poor compared with previous oem. Do you think I should use viper for android? Do you have a video on viper?
Hi Stuart, believe that's ur name. Just got hold of a Saab Aero V6 built 11/05. Seen couple vids of people doing all sorts of things to their Saab's, however the most important 1 @ present is radio conversion. Mine has an ICM 2, however interested in putting a ICM 3 in!? Is it possible to purchase all the bits and pieces to change a unit (which still have to get) for apple system along with DAB +??? If so, what is the cost?? I live in Australia so shipping maybe an issue?? Do u require my email or just post on this site?? Look forward to any & all info supplied. Cheers. Vaughan
0 stations in my dongle does serch and all seems to work but, on my other car has a tiny audio adapter that works just fine Unshure what could be wrong?
Don't know if you can help but I've got a android head unit in my golf and the screen keep going fussy and freezing restarting only just started doing this
I have just purchased an android head unit for my corsa but my car already has DAB in the roof antenna, is there any way I can use/connect that instead of using the DAB USB/antenna for the windshield?
You need the USB, because that is the actual radio tuner, but you can likely use your existing antenna with it. Find out what plug the DAB has at the back of the radio, probably a fakra connector, and then get a fakra (or whatever connector you have) to sma, which will screw onto the DAB stick
Assuming I can sort my golf mK5 some sweet egr/turbo/intake clogging I think. I'm thinking of upgrading to a Ceyes CC3 from a Asure PX5 though they don't offer a matching trim replacement or I'll just upgrade one of the existing boards to a PX6, anyone any thoughts on that as I'm expecting Teyes and other brands to start upgrading again. Also diagnostic error codes when switching from a factory head unit to android, anyone had experience with this and the resolution if any please? @saab you mention an upcoming xtron full install vid, thank you for doing that btw. Would be nice to see more full install vids or perhaps a combination vid of you doing the camera, accessories and then splicing recordings of multi head unit fittings, as I'd expect most of the other bits like the camera will be fairly universal apart the odd connector issue.
Hi I have a chinese head unit and have the non USB DAB+ unit attached to the unit and a window glass antenna, unfortunately in australia [melbourne] the infrastructure for transmitting seems to be very erratic, I can get a perfect signal, and then at the traffic lights it stops, move an inch forward it works, and it drops out 2 feet further forward and so on. when it works it is great but it keeps dropping the signal. Is there any point in trying the USB stick to this issue or am i just wasting money? I know there are variables in every country but having DAB+ in a moving vehicle doesnt seem to work, my neighbour has a roof top mounted shark fin antenna and his DAB works fine pretty much everywhere, better radio? better antenna?
I ordered some iying headunit and paid extra for dab+ version, but I didnt get any dongle in the package, just dab+ antenna. Is it possible that my headunit has dab+ built in? Ive got 4 rp-sma connectors at the back of the unit (gps, wifi 5g, 4g+ and 4g-). Which should I connect lte antena to? (4g+ or 4g-).
How about steering wheel remote controls that work with Android head units? My car didn't come with steering wheel controls for stereo and I'm finding it quite difficult to find a remote that will work with Android head unit. I'd like it to work directly with head unit, not controlling phone connected via CarPlay or Android Auto, this is trivial. Thanks.
With this usb work for the The factory SiriusXM I’m about to order a 10” android radio or do I have to run the XM app on the android App Store I was just trying to go off of my satellite XM on my vehicle
low signal hack if you live in bad area.. of want more stations.. look out for a large " bulldog" clip... large being as long as your mille finger 3 inch... try it... just clip it to your telescopic and try a few window positions... you may well be surprised.. 😉
@@ged5288 ah, I see. You're saying you had factory DAB and want to use that antenna. Well it would be easy enough to find out if it's using the same or different antennas because any antennas will terminate at the radio, so you'll see them
is it possible for example with the xtrons units can be run from a small hub as mines only has 2 usb's 1 is the android and apple car play port so dont want to use that, the other is used for the dashcam, so none left ?
Anyone had any issues with the DAB-Z app not starting properly on power on? It sometimes hangs for me and I have to power off with the ignition key then turn on again so that it starts working and I get radio. Seems to be an issue with the head unit talking to the usb DAB dongle on startup. I've looked through the head unit settings (Pluscentre A18 Pro 46/64g), but can't seem to find anything that's on or off that might relate to this issue. I just want to be able to start my car and have the radio come on without messing about to get it to work. I am using the Nissan's own DAB antenna through a fakra adapter cable.
Can somebody tell me, with dab+ there is big difrents? Where i live i have very bad radio station conecction. Quality is poor. But on original radio everything is exelent. With dab it will be better?
Does anyone know if you can keep dab-z playing in the background, as I lose the radio when exiting the app, even if opening Google maps to navigate? Many thanks
Using DAB+ in mine via the adaptor, and the only time I can get a reliable connection is when I'm sat still 🤨 and I'm in a well covered area. Even changed the aerial that came with it to a more expensive version... made no difference what-so-ever 🤷♂️
Does anyone what splitter i need for a 2013 focus and xtrons head unit, i have had this xtrons stick on antenna installed and to be honest i hate looking at it in my windscreen
I quickly tested a USB DAB in my '06 Passat since the FM radio signal was terrible on my budget Android head unit. But as soon as the DAB radio started, wow-what a difference! Great tip! //sweden
Thanks for this video, the tip on scrapping away the paint for the grounding was great advice.
Just watched this as you linked to it when kindly responding on the Dudu7 question that I asked.
Many thanks for your help - this is super clear and informative 🙏
Ive had an xtrons usb stick floating around since i got rid of my rover 75. So just had a generic android unit in my Vectra c. Didnt even know it could be used on this one. Thanks so much just save me a few hundred quid getting a dab android head unit.😊 Awesome.
I’ve been watching quite a few of your videos lately as I’m hoping to install a new head unit on my 996.
You are really good. Very informative, clearly know your stuff and methodical in the videos. I have a limited space so think I have to get the CC2 7” but struggle to find specific dimensions so I can confirm before purchasing. Waiting on stereo removal tools and will then know exactly what I’m playing with.
Genuinely appreciate your videos. Keep up the great work and fingers crossed I don’t f up my install! 😅
I had windscreen antenna but as I have a heated windscreen it never worked successfully. Used a a splitter and as I live in good DAB area it works a treat. Do get a DAB+ device as there many more stations using that system.
I think all the DAB/DAB+ USB Tuners are the same regrdless of brand. Your XTRONS unit as an example is identical to the Eonon version. As much as they may push their own branded things, these USB's are interchangeable. I use one in my car and with the stick on windscreen antenna, it works really well even in built up areas. I did find the splitter type with the slight amplification worked better, but either way will work well consdering these are USB devices. Unfortunately I don't get station art here in Australia, but lot of DAB stations braodcast album artworks and htat can make it look quite pretty.
Thank you for This Video!
Looking forward to get dab+ on my classic Saab 900 when i am driving Long Hours.
I've done this with four different Chinese head units so far and have had mixed results. Window antennas aren't great but have been the best compromise when it comes to reception and ease of installation. Using a splitter with the car's existing FM antenna (with and without amplifier, with original or replacement whip) produced good results in one place and nonexistent results in another; it can also affect the FM signal. But replacing a stock antenna can be a pain due to placement. For example, Nissan Micra K13 has the FM antenna on a slope with two bore holes, so many replacements won't cover both of them or will actually stand straight up. Qashqai J10 has the antenna right at the back of the car in front of the rear hatch, so most antenna bases will be too big or the antenna will hit the door when it opens; wiring all the way through the roof avoiding sunroof and air bags is also a pain. Hence, window antenna.
I wish we had something similar to this in the states for HD Radio on Android.
Thank you, made the install very easy.
Just got to sort the steering wheel controls now😮
Great video and channel. Finally someone to ask about stuff when I've exhausted my "That Guy" status.
I inherited an Atoto A6PF when purchasing a 93 this year. I replaced the crumbling stock shark fin with one capable of receiving DAB+ & GPS. (The HU says it can ‘see’ several satellites, so I do have some functionality!) I fitted an adaptor lead to connect the DAB lead to the HU. Although the HU is capable of receiving DAB+, I believe that something is required to ‘translate’ the DAB+ signal for the HU to understand. What I don’t want is something that would include a superfluous internal antenna. I’m confused as to what it is that I do need. Off topic, but as a fellow Saabist, you have probably installed a rear view camera. If so, where did you obtain the signal source to tell the HU that reverse has been engaged? I would like to acquire that signal in the close proximity of the HU, not from the rear light unit. BTW, the connects2 patch leads for steering wheel controls etc - that was also with the car - claims to have a lead that offers just the signal required, but it doesn’t. My guess is that it would function for non manual gearboxes. Any help appreciated! TYIA Mark
Also, where did you get your 9⁵ shirt, I'd like one of those....cheers
It was a custom run for the members of the "Saab 9-5 Only" Facebook group that I'm a member of. I think they are still available if you join and ask
@@SaabUnleashed cheers Stuart, I'll definitely look into it....👍
Thanks for this info! Was a noob until I watched your awesome videos.
Just installing a low level Android head unit which I added the a usb stick for DAB+. The other usb I use with my iPhone. I used a booster splitter on my aerial for the DAB.
Thank you, information in this video was very helpful!
Informative and good video. Do you know if there are similar FM tuner USB sticks that come with an antenna splitter? Where I live there are no DAB+ radio broadcasts and my android headunit does not have an FM receiver.
Fitting this to ATOTO a6, done it as per instructions etc. Picked up 40 stations with full signal. As soon as I drive the signal keeps dropping out, so frustrating!
1st,......Great product I'll defo be adding this to my head unit, thanks Stuart...
Awesomeness to another level your video's.
Hi great video learnt something new, question - can you fit the stick to windscreen DAB antennas to heated windscreen?
Hi , Great video education as ever , but do you offer an installation service as your professional day job ?
I'm an IT operations manager by trade, but I'll occasionally do car stuff for locals if I have the time
@@SaabUnleashed appreciate the ‘instant’ response and continued good fortune your channel ,👍
Never heard of DAB+ radio before, I'm in California Los Angeles. Does it work in my area?
Saab unleashed firstly thank you for your help as after watching numerous of your videos and I bit of research I've now purchased a xtron TIA723L.
Secondly i see xtron sell 3 different types of dab usb adaptors. I see you have the 02 type but is there any difference between them ? (Models 01/02 & 04) keep up the good work.
Many thanks 👍🏻
Great video! Wanted to ask, if you are using the dab app to listen to your dab but wanted to use android auto for example for your Google maps, in your experience, will both work at the same time or is it a one app at a time deal only? I only ask as in modern car head units, you can use android auto or car play while still listening to you dab.
You can use both simultaneously, but to be honest, why would you use android auto at all. Just use the maps directly on the head unit...
@@SaabUnleashed Thanks for letting me know 👍🏻 Good point just used to using android auto I guess....
Your videos are informative thanks. I have an old Sony hometheatre model no. DAV-DZ120K. It's still functional and in mint condition. It's FM reception is poor. Can I upgrade it with DAB+? I'm based in East Africa.
Great video, thanks. I have a 2012 Ford Focus which has DAB in the standard Ford unit. I'm installing an Xtrons IAP92FSFB Android unit. I also have the Xtrons USB DAB stick. Can I use the existing Ford DAB antenna in conjunction with the DAB USB stick and if so, is there an adaptor I need to connect it to the Xtrons unit.
Here I came to ask the exact same thing, how did you get on, did you manage to use the existing ford dab antenna with the xtrons stick?
@@lindyknight5971 Same question here, does that work or does the stick provide power to the antenna that might not be necessary to the already amplified OEM antenna?
Hi, I just purchased an Xtrons unit and a DAB+ dongle. Where do you get the splitter from? Is there a link please?
Btw, your videos convinced me to get an Android unit instead of a branded one. Great work!!
Good video.. To also let u know XTRONS do a Smaller Antenna which goes at the top of the Windshield by sun visor & it doesn’t not need to be grounded on bare metal either, saves ur the time opening the pillar to look for bare metal.
Its out sight for better visibility and saves the annoying look wen your sight catches this bigger box lol.
How do i know this?? Because i use XTRONS 😁
Good advice! My next video is actually a full Xtrons install with dashcam, reverse cam, DAB and TPMS
@@SaabUnleashed Cant wait..
Any chance you could link to the aerial you're referring to please? I went down the rabbit hole with DAB when I first installed an Xtrons headunit in my car in 2018 but like a few have said here, could only get decent signal when stationary. Having a VW Eos makes it even more tricky.
@@SaabUnleashed when I come out of the app the music turn off, I can't see how to get it to play in the background,
@@1971dave if you press back, the app will close and stop the music. Instead, press the home button. Musoc will continue to play in the background
Ive Struggled To Find A Decent Receiver & Antenna & Even "Amplifed" Antennas So Would Love To See A Comparison Video On Adaptors & Antennas, And How They Compare To Factory DAB Found On OEM Car Units, Awesome Channel Though & Subscribed, Always Been A Geek And Actually Done My Own Android Tablet Dash Installs.
Great video as always, do you know if this adapter will work with a linux based ATOTO F7XE?
Might just be my car. Fitted to a 2018 insignia. Got a Fakra to SMA connector. Plugs directly into the black Fakra to DAB usb. Picked up over 90 stations and have clear signal. No issues at all. Worth looking at this if you have factory dab.
This should be possible with any car with factory DAB
Hi, I have an VW golf mk6 and I have dab radio with my factory car stereo now I’m looking to replace with an Eonon and the question is do I need one of these antenna separately or just connect to the one I have?Great videos and thanks
@@smokemachine5977 no you would need to buy a adapter. Tbh find them more trouble then there worth. Worked fine for a few days then started loosing signal and gaining Interference. If you have a data plan I use online radio. No issues at all.
Thanks for the video. Do you know if your car already has a DAB antenna for the factory radio but you wanted to replace the head unit, could you just use that or would it still require a splitter cable/windscreen antenna?
Also can you use the DAB app while in Apple CarPlay mode?
Yes to both. You'd need an adaptor to use the car's factory antenna
@@SaabUnleashed amazing - thanks for your help!!
Dude, JOYING is garbage. I trusted you
Excellent, thank you for this! Having just changed my head unit from the OEM RNS-510 with DAB in my MK5 GOLF to a JOYING 9" 4Gb/64Gb unit [with SOME installation issues, but nothing major] - I was wondering if it was potentially posisble to get DAB functionality back. I have a DAB aerial in the car already that was attached to the RNS-510, but obviously that's currently just tucked away, redundant at present. Not for long now however! Thanks again.
Great video and info. Does anyone know if this will work in the USA? Thanks
Does the red wire of the splitter connect with anything ?
The one that is linked to below doesn’t appear to be available anymore, but similar items appear to suggest a 12 volt connection?
Hello! Thank you for this detailed video! I have a question about the USB-DAB+ Adapter in general. I want to buy a joying Android 10 Radio. I have had a Headunit with DAB+ before. Therefore i installed a Roof Antenna with DAB+ an FM-Reception with an internal Amplifier, so it needs 12Volt+ over a separate Wire. Here is my Question: Does this work with this configuration too? Which USB-DAB+ Adapter would you recommend (Joying or this Xtron Adapter showing in this Video)?
Have you done one of these videos for setting up the 4G LTE on the head units? Wondering what best placement of the 4G antenna will be. Can I hide it behind the radio or will that really cripple the bandwidth?
great solution
thx
Please be aware of dashcams when using windscreen dab antennas. They can really mess with your dab signal, almost make it nonexistent.
Would you recommend a splitter or dab usb instead of the windscreen antenna?
Found this out the hard way.
I bought all the items you listed and plugged in to my atoto f7g2a7we android head unit as you stated that it fits atoto heads. However the critical step of installing the dabz seems not to be available. Could you show how to install on this head unit as I have now spent a lot of money on the usb stick and dab adapter cable
The Atoto F7 is not an Android head unit. This video is not relevant for that. If it was an A6 or S8, this would work, but not the F7
hello, is it interesting to couple the original gps antenna of the car with the gps antenna received with an Xtrons car radio? Will it bring a gain or will it be too minimal? Knowing that the original take is in FAKRA? I can't find an adapter that supports both. Also having two FM radio antennas (FAKRA also) on the vehicle, I try to connect it with the DAB dongle but the plug shown only accepts one. An idea ?
Is the FM antenna splitter just as good as the window sticker antenna?
Depends on the antenna, not an easy one to answer
Are there DAB+ USB adapters better than others ? Because their prices are all over the place
They're all the same that I have seen, and I have seen a lot, you pay for the brand
@@SaabUnleashed Much apricate your honest answer, very helpful and thank you, sir!
@SAAB Unleashed - do u have any advice on the dab usb adaptor in relation to Dudu7 unit?? The Dab-Z app did not "find" the dab unit.. app does not open
have you ever used a FAKRA splitter to SMB in order to use the factory aerial? as opposed to the external aerial?
Ncie job iam trying to replace mk 5 polo standard head unit but there seems to be a ton to choose from.
can you store presets for the DAB stations. Also it looks like the program/song information is not being displayed on the screen.
Hi there, I bought a Podofo USB DAB+ stick together with the Eightwood DAB+ splitter, because the USB stick is SMA and the splitter SMB, I had to put an adapter in between. everything is connected correctly, I took the antenna out of the head unit as a supply and I connected the black wire to the chassis of the car, if I now connect the dab antenna to the USB stick it switches off, have I missed something? By the way, I have an Opel Astra J with a standard amplifier in the rear window antenna. I would really appreciate your help!
but are there a way if you allready have a dab + antenna to connect that to the headunit
Is there a way of integrating the DAB into the screens on the head unit (I have an Atoto S8) similar to how the FM radio is displayed? Unlike you, I have nothing on FM but decent DAB - so would like to replace the FM display with DAB.
You'd have to look on the marketplace for a DAB widget
Where can i get the hidden adapter and where to plug in the red cable?
The red wire goes to the red wire on the head unit loom. There are links in the video description
If i have a usb port with tpms module attached can i use a splitter for dab aerial box or would it not he recommended. Why couldn't the android head units come with a direct sma connection.
If my car has a dab antenna roof mounted can I just add the dongle to the unit or do I need either of these
Just got a joyining top end head unit, found the radio reception pretty bad, previous oem was better. The same the audio quality poor compared with previous oem. Do you think I should use viper for android? Do you have a video on viper?
Hi Stuart, believe that's ur name. Just got hold of a Saab Aero V6 built 11/05. Seen couple vids of people doing all sorts of things to their Saab's, however the most important 1 @ present is radio conversion. Mine has an ICM 2, however interested in putting a ICM 3 in!? Is it possible to purchase all the bits and pieces to change a unit (which still have to get) for apple system along with DAB +??? If so, what is the cost?? I live in Australia so shipping maybe an issue?? Do u require my email or just post on this site?? Look forward to any & all info supplied. Cheers. Vaughan
0 stations in my dongle does serch and all seems to work but, on my other car has a tiny audio adapter that works just fine
Unshure what could be wrong?
Is there a way to integrate dabz into the default Teyes radio app/home screen. Having to open the app to start/change station is awkward.
What if you already have a factory fitted dab antenna fitted do you just connect to this Arial
Don't know if you can help but I've got a android head unit in my golf and the screen keep going fussy and freezing restarting only just started doing this
Am I right? With this antenna splitter you can spare one USB connector?
The antenna has nothing to do with the USB port
@@SaabUnleashed so the side with the USB connection from the DAB stick has to go to the USB part from the HU anyway, as the HU needs DAB+.
I have just purchased an android head unit for my corsa but my car already has DAB in the roof antenna, is there any way I can use/connect that instead of using the DAB USB/antenna for the windshield?
You need the USB, because that is the actual radio tuner, but you can likely use your existing antenna with it. Find out what plug the DAB has at the back of the radio, probably a fakra connector, and then get a fakra (or whatever connector you have) to sma, which will screw onto the DAB stick
@@SaabUnleashed Thank you so much, I’ll try it!
Assuming I can sort my golf mK5 some sweet egr/turbo/intake clogging I think. I'm thinking of upgrading to a Ceyes CC3 from a Asure PX5 though they don't offer a matching trim replacement or I'll just upgrade one of the existing boards to a PX6, anyone any thoughts on that as I'm expecting Teyes and other brands to start upgrading again.
Also diagnostic error codes when switching from a factory head unit to android, anyone had experience with this and the resolution if any please?
@saab you mention an upcoming xtron full install vid, thank you for doing that btw. Would be nice to see more full install vids or perhaps a combination vid of you doing the camera, accessories and then splicing recordings of multi head unit fittings, as I'd expect most of the other bits like the camera will be fairly universal apart the odd connector issue.
Both my USB ports are in use, can I use a USB splitter to plug in DAB adaptor?
Yes a USB hub will do the job
you need to do a best of in theese adapters, because most of theese sucks on the reciver capability
It's more than likely the antenna that's the issue rather than the DAB chipset
Where you get the jukebox?
I made it
Hi I have a chinese head unit and have the non USB DAB+ unit attached to the unit and a window glass antenna, unfortunately in australia [melbourne] the infrastructure for transmitting seems to be very erratic, I can get a perfect signal, and then at the traffic lights it stops, move an inch forward it works, and it drops out 2 feet further forward and so on. when it works it is great but it keeps dropping the signal. Is there any point in trying the USB stick to this issue or am i just wasting money?
I know there are variables in every country but having DAB+ in a moving vehicle doesnt seem to work, my neighbour has a roof top mounted shark fin antenna and his DAB works fine pretty much everywhere, better radio? better antenna?
Dab z newest UI is poor, any other apps out there you can recommend?
I ordered some iying headunit and paid extra for dab+ version, but I didnt get any dongle in the package, just dab+ antenna. Is it possible that my headunit has dab+ built in? Ive got 4 rp-sma connectors at the back of the unit (gps, wifi 5g, 4g+ and 4g-). Which should I connect lte antena to? (4g+ or 4g-).
4g is for the mobile data connection. None of those connections are for DAB, they probably forgot to provide the usb stick
can you use the usb port at the back of the headunit?
In this video I used a USB port located on the back of the unit
How about steering wheel remote controls that work with Android head units? My car didn't come with steering wheel controls for stereo and I'm finding it quite difficult to find a remote that will work with Android head unit. I'd like it to work directly with head unit, not controlling phone connected via CarPlay or Android Auto, this is trivial. Thanks.
With this usb work for the The factory SiriusXM I’m about to order a 10” android radio or do I have to run the XM app on the android App Store I was just trying to go off of my satellite XM on my vehicle
Hi, head unit blocking dab signal (a-sure) any ideas? Thanks
low signal hack if you live in bad area.. of want more stations..
look out for a large " bulldog" clip... large being as long as your mille finger 3 inch...
try it... just clip it to your telescopic and try a few window positions... you may well be surprised.. 😉
Ciao .ho una web radio, è possibile trasmettere anche in Dab?
Can this be used with Apple CarPlay on a Road Angel RAx621bt? Thanks
No, only with Android head units
Where can I get the adapter cable
The link for the antenna splitter with booster product on Amazon isn't available, anyone know of a similar product, I can't find one?
I have fitted a DAB+ USB but want to use the built in antenna to connect to the USB is this possible? I have a Toyota C-HR Hybrid 2018
I litterally show how to do that in this video
@@SaabUnleashed But is there not two antenna's one for VHF and one for DAB normally? are you saying its the same antenna for both
@@ged5288 ah, I see. You're saying you had factory DAB and want to use that antenna. Well it would be easy enough to find out if it's using the same or different antennas because any antennas will terminate at the radio, so you'll see them
is it possible for example with the xtrons units can be run from a small hub as mines only has 2 usb's 1 is the android and apple car play port so dont want to use that, the other is used for the dashcam, so none left ?
Yes you can install a USB hub, you should make sure it is powered though, 12v would be the easiest
hi if radio has only one usb can a splitter be used thanks
Yes, you can use a powered USB hub
Why cant someone make this for the US market on HD Radio. Its insane not a single vendor offers anything!
More than likely to do with licencing
didnt work with mine. Stick with FM radio or internet radio
Trying to bring up only the favourite list ?
Anyone know how to add the weather ☁️ on the notification bar? Also add a compass 🧭 as well ?
Is there an equivalent setup for CarPlay? x
Why are my comments being deleted?
What do you mean? I'm not deleting your comments
@@SaabUnleashed I posted 3 comments regarding using DAB+ rather than DAB-Z....all comments were deleted
@@whatsdavedone104 I have no reason to delete that good service Dave. I checked withheld messages and theres nothing there either
@@SaabUnleashed very odd 🤔 could it be because I posted a Web link to download DAB+ as it's not available on playstore?
@@whatsdavedone104 more than likely
Anyone had any issues with the DAB-Z app not starting properly on power on? It sometimes hangs for me and I have to power off with the ignition key then turn on again so that it starts working and I get radio. Seems to be an issue with the head unit talking to the usb DAB dongle on startup. I've looked through the head unit settings (Pluscentre A18 Pro 46/64g), but can't seem to find anything that's on or off that might relate to this issue. I just want to be able to start my car and have the radio come on without messing about to get it to work. I am using the Nissan's own DAB antenna through a fakra adapter cable.
Can somebody tell me, with dab+ there is big difrents?
Where i live i have very bad radio station conecction. Quality is poor.
But on original radio everything is exelent.
With dab it will be better?
Only if you live in a stong DAB area
@SaabUnleashed thank you for answer.
There is any way to check it?
Does anyone know if you can keep dab-z playing in the background, as I lose the radio when exiting the app, even if opening Google maps to navigate? Many thanks
Using DAB+ in mine via the adaptor, and the only time I can get a reliable connection is when I'm sat still 🤨 and I'm in a well covered area. Even changed the aerial that came with it to a more expensive version... made no difference what-so-ever 🤷♂️
Did you have the airel grounded properly? I had to scrape some paint away from the a pillar to get a proper grounding.
Someone knows if can I use it on android TV BOX or Android Stick? Thanks!
Any Android product with a USB port
Scratch paint to show metal = rust
hi look for andriod unit for octavia mk 2/ 2010/ and ideas on best around 300 mark
Hi. Can i use rtl sdr dongle??
If it comes with Android software, yes
I bought the eonon dab usb for my eonon head unit but it doesn’t get recognised by dab-z, anyone else have this issue?
Try a different usb port. If that doesn't work, I'd say the dab stick is faulty
Does anyone what splitter i need for a 2013 focus and xtrons head unit, i have had this xtrons stick on antenna installed and to be honest i hate looking at it in my windscreen
Would anyone know how to fix my Android head unit it keeps searching for radio stations ?
I live rurally only dab station I can reliably pick up is 6 music, it's a conspiracy to get me to listen to 6 music 🤨😂