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Title: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: Spongey on April 02, 2018, 16:01:40
Hey All,
Just a quick review on a recent upgrade/addition to my Late 2012 I30 CRDI Active I30. I spent a lot of time looking for information/videos on headunits and really struggled to find much info. As a disclaimer, I have no link to any of the sellers or products discussed beyond buying them.

The car originally had the basic original blue double din head unit and while the Bluetooth and voice support was present I found it a bit basic. So was after a bit of an upgrade especially as the warranty on the car had expired.

(https://image.ibb.co/hN3Yc7/IMG_2029.jpg)

After looking at a whole load of units I went for a I30 specific, Android Oreo, Octocore 4gb RAM head unit. It is designed to only fit 2nd gen I30s (shaped to fit the dash). The unit is a modified version of a common type of unit, there are also different vehicle specific variants for different cars as well as slightly cheaper universal units. The unit came with a full wiring harness compatible with the I30s and was plug and play (no ISO conversion needed). The wiring harness also allowed USB and AUX plugs in the center console to continue to function. Link to Ebay Auction for HU
 :link: AUTORADIO DVD/GPS/NAVI/BT/WIFI/ANDROID 8.0 4GB/DAB HYUNDAI i30 2011-2017 V5724 | eBay (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/AUTORADIO-DVD-GPS-NAVI-BT-WIFI-ANDROID-8-0-4GB-DAB-HYUNDAI-i30-2011-2017-V5724/262897613761?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649)
(seller takes best offer and managed to knock a tenner off), Shipping was about 8 days, stock didn’t seem to be in the UK but came in reasonable time and was well packaged £300 all in so was a bit of a plunge.

While the advert states DAB and 3G it simply means it is compatible, not that the required hardware is included. I have however, bought a DAB+ adapter £25 and a DAB aerial splitter with amplifier as the window antenna are next to useless around us.
 :link: USB DAB+ Digital Radio Receiver Box Amplified Aerial antenna Android headunit UK | eBay (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/USB-DAB-Digital-Radio-Receiver-Box-Amplified-Aerial-antenna-Android-headunit-UK/302201978811?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649)
(was the cheapest I could find with reasonable shipping) and works reasonably we are in the middle of nowhere in cumbria so DAB coverage and even FM coverage is spotty at best.
I already had USB powered WIFI Dongle with data SIM, so this provides data connectivity. You can use Bluetooth/WIFI tethering from your phone but it is a bit of a faff turning it on every time.

Install was reasonably straight forward there is a video of an i30 headunit removal on youtube below:
 :link: remove stereo Hyundai Elantra 2011-2013 - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JfjhqGUTO8c)
I recommend a soft plastic dish scraper to start to pop the silver trim off after which gently pulling and prizing (be brave) will see the rest come off. The AC controls require a good pull to get off once the 4 screws are out. The HU is a simple swap like all cars I have done in the past. (instructions with HU are next to useless). There are two USB ports on the back of the unit, none on the front, one is used to allow the lower centre console USB and AUX plug to work. The second USB is used on mine for the DAB+ radio.

(https://image.ibb.co/g73Yc7/IMG_2015.jpg)

Conclusion after 1 month of living with it.
I really like the unit, (although I would say that having just bought it) it was a bit a dive into the dark initially but have been really impressed. The unit is a bit slow to start from cold taking about 30sec, after that the unit goes into a sleep mode whenever the car is turned off and boots as quick as the standard head unit 2 seconds or so if the car has been sat for up to 10 hours or so, longer and the unit fully shuts down. Turning the engine over does not turn the headunit off.

(https://image.ibb.co/nv3APn/IMG_2013.jpg)

The headunit is quick, and there is no noticeable lag when switching between apps. Even with multiple windows open. The headunit runs android Oreo and all the apps on the app store which would work on a phone work well on the headunit. The home screen seen in the images is “Car launcher Pro” this I feel is an improvement on the Android Oreo's built in car mode, which is not clear, Car Launcher Pro is a bit easier to move around and the speed indication is useful. Bluetooth works well with both handsfree functionality and audio streaming with full control over the phone (iPhone 7).

(https://image.ibb.co/mWDc4n/IMG_2023.jpg)

Having Waze and Spotify is great when driving and really improves the experience on long drives. I also have a Bluetooth OBD2 port scanner which pairs with the unit (£6). It is useful although I have not played around with this much and only plug it in if there is an issue. Having podcasts on the stereo is also a nice feature. I had a spare 120GB Micro SD card (The HU accepts 2 on the front) which I have all my music loaded onto. I access this with Black Audio Player which provedes a good library and play function.

(https://image.ibb.co/kABVPn/IMG_2017.jpg)

DAB reception with the separate receiver, aerial splitter and powered amplifier works as well as any DAB radion I have ever had built into a car which tends to be a bit patchy in the part of cumbria we live in. The built in AM FM radio works well and is clear (as well as the original stereo).

(https://image.ibb.co/nzzH4n/IMG_2019.jpg)
(https://image.ibb.co/khQqPn/IMG_2021.jpg)

The unit changes it lighting to headlights coming on, the two roatating knobs are lit like the standard unit, the screen is dimmable but is not matched to in car lighting levels and does not dim as much as standard headunit but can be blanked to darken the cabin.

Steering wheel controls work and are programable to do whatever you want with options for short and long press through the setting menu.

(https://image.ibb.co/bQoMVS/IMG_2027.jpg)

If anyone has any questions please ask! I seemed to of spent ages watching youtube videos and trying to find reviews and debating the purchase so am happy to help anyone else interested. Overall I would do the upgrade again as it has improved the in cabin experience no end and comparing it to my wifes i30 active it feels like a much more up market car (dont tell her that).

Dave
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: Dazzler on April 02, 2018, 21:22:17
Wow! That was a brilliant report. A lot of work went into sharing that! Much appreciated.   :victory:
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: thommo101 on April 04, 2018, 11:53:18
Hey great post there Spongey, and great timing for me. My head unit (GD-01) in my 2012 GD just died (everything works... except no sound output!) and I'm looking to replace it with an Android or Android Auto compatible unit.

The unit you selected looks interesting. Did you look into any Android Auto compatible units? IE I see Sony / Pioneer make some models. I'm going to head down to my local car audio place next week, but thought I'd see if anyone else had investigated other options.
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: CraigB on April 04, 2018, 12:47:34
I was originally looking at the JVC KW-V940BW unit  :link: KW-V940BW?JVC Australia - Products - (http://au.jvc.com/car/av_receivers/kw_v940bw/) which are really good but found it much cheaper and simpler to fit in a GD03 unit, works like a charm :)

Any 2din unit should work though and the Stereo shop will be able to order the facia and harness adaptors to suit.

Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: Spongey on April 04, 2018, 13:57:25
The cheapest I could find the i30  facia and wiring harness for was about £60 so you have to add that on to any HU your debating (which is not vehicle specific). I also never think these look as good. I did debate a few 2 din head units but for the functionality, i wanted and with android and apple car play most of these were more expensive than this unit. Especially when including the required adapters. I didn't look into a GD03 much but if one could be picked up cheap it would be a good alternative.

The HU listed in the first listing is the most up to date android head unit available 4GB of Ram 8 core processor, they are still available with 1GB and 2 GB or Ram as well as slower processors for less money but comparing the Youtube videos the new one is worth the extra. Sound quality is better I think than the GD01 although this is purely subjective, you can play around with the equalizer a lot more. If you were wanting to expand the unit further there are a complete set of line level outputs for an amp or sub. You can also fit a dash cam, reversing cam and it can feed video to rear screens which was a consideration having an 18 month old (although we will probably end up just using an old tablet).

One nice feature I found today is enabling "Hey Google" makes the head unit like a google home speaker so you can set navigation open apps just by saying hey google.   
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: thommo101 on April 05, 2018, 03:50:35
Thanks for the replies guys.

Craig, the JVC range look pretty good. I think I'll have to head in store and have a bit of a play around with them. A GD-03 unit would be ideal, but looking at the other threads, they seem like they are in high demand, and expensive to get even from wreckers.

Spongey, I imagine that an after market fascia will look a bit average, but it is probably better than going crazy driving around in silence! Having a look at AU Ebay, there are a few Android head units with i30 fascia for about $AU600-700. Will see what the local car stereo place is offering as an alternative.
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: CraigB on April 05, 2018, 06:23:30
Thommo101, you’ll find all the accessories at aerpro which is where the audio shops will order the necessary parts from  :link: Hyundai i30 2012-2016 GD, GD2 | Aerpro (https://aerpro.com/vehicles/hyundai/hyundai_i30_2012_gd_gd2)

The benefit of the GD03 unit ( though not as feature packed ) is you save money fitting it yourself which I found quite easy and units are about $350 from Stanvac wreckers.
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: chris_i30gd on April 06, 2018, 09:30:16
Great review. I also have an android unit it looks like yours in look. Mine is older and is quad core - 1 gb ram and I had to root it so now is working fast enough.
You can change the boot logo without rooting if you go to the system setting in android - factory settings menu and put the code    126       or       m123456.

It works in the older versions of the system.

I also bought the sygic navigation in a offer price and is working very fast.
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: guest9517 on April 07, 2018, 23:44:59
Dont remember if we talked about it before...But i had same specs on my Android-unit & it was killing me how much it would lag when running multiple apps (nav, torque, radio & so on)...I bought a new android-board for it & its now completely without lag. It was 100$ last summer & if your right hand is on right arm & left visa versa, its a very easy swap :-)

Otherwise i believe the bluetooth-part really truly sucks on it. After ignition has been off (soft-sleep), i need to push resetbutton to reactivate bluetooth & handfree mobile is impossible with the bad soundquality. This is due to the design of the units so should be approx. the same for all. Fortunately you can buy a USB-bluetoothdongle with same chipset thats in the unit so Android got the drivers for it. I have just received this the other day & will try to get it installed tomorrow (Need to solder on motherboard to disable the buildt-in). Anybody wondering, then its the interface to android that is bad design, not the bluetooth-unit itself, so thats why a USB-dongle should fix it :-)

BTW. I use IGO-nav & replaced the original antenna with FM/DAB/GPS from Ebay...It was like 80£ or so, works perfect (As good as DAB works, as its not designed for mobile applications, so very seldom use DAB)

If you guys are interested in "alternative/homebrew" firmware for it, you could check here..On own risk and so ;-) Link to all about Android car headunits (https://forum.xda-developers.com/android-auto) Be VERY!!! careful to use firmware for the right Android-unit (PX-3/PX-5/INTEL) and especially for the mainboard (MTCC/D/E). Wrong firmware for mainboard can completely kill the radio if MTCC is used on MTCD etc.

Great review. I also have an android unit it looks like yours in look. Mine is older and is quad core - 1 gb ram and I had to root it so now is working fast enough.
You can change the boot logo without rooting if you go to the system setting in android - factory settings menu and put the code    126       or       m123456.

It works in the older versions of the system.

I also bought the sygic navigation in a offer price and is working very fast.
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: chris_i30gd on April 08, 2018, 20:19:58
I am not going to buy any new android system  - also the stock android with 1gb ram and quad core are very slow. I remember that. But after rooting the current one and disabling google apps and many other apps as  I just want to use audio video reverse camera and apps from play store etc the system is really fast for these jobs. It has 60-65% free memory and is ok for 2-3 apps to run the  same time. Also I can tweak the cpu and run faster and then is really fast for these specs. It never lags. But try it only if you are android specialist :)

Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: thommo101 on April 10, 2018, 06:20:14
Well, I went to the local car stereo place and got a quote on a basic Pioneer Android Auto compatible unit fitted... $1100.

Hmmm I may investigate alternatives like a GD-03 or an Android unit like the OP has fitted
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: jferguson on April 11, 2018, 00:03:27
I know what my next project for my i30 is going to be now...
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: ibull on April 11, 2018, 07:09:50
Hi All,

Greetings from Singapore!

Since this thread is talking about upgrading of HU, I hope you all don't mind me piggybacking.

As a soon-to-be owner of an i30 PD 2017 (it sucks to be a car owner here in Singapore due to the COE (https://www.lta.gov.sg/content/ltaweb/en/roads-and-motoring/owning-a-vehicle/vehicle-quota-system/certificate-of-entitlement-coe.html) requirement we have) awaiting my COE bidding result, I would like to ask if anyone here have the product code of the Hyundai 8" head unit that supports Android Auto/Apple Carplay.

The i30 we have here in Singapore is heavily stripped down (only 1 trim) and it comes default with a 9" OEM HU (free upgrade from another 5" OEM) which runs off WinCE  :sweating: I was hoping to be able to replace it with the 8“ model available in the Australia/UK market.

This is the 9" OEM we are given - credits to Vincent (‎New Generation i30 Singapore Facebook Group)
(https://scontent-sin6-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/29570909_10213991731921044_671137503200283294_n.jpg?_nc_cat=0&_nc_eui2=v1%3AAeGq5pQLpaclBVhbW3WwmCtPczuRbqw0RelxsYKQH5oDEIQ9F34q_wtSbyXlCTAc2kASlesbm7FLDUZU8fN0Y71frH3Uni8DY87v0-gCih-PrA&oh=9b2d86b870a72154979de9cac3abf4ba&oe=5B73EA4C)
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: Dazzler on April 11, 2018, 11:37:46
 :welcome:

Sorry I can't help with a part number (hopefully someone can) :cool:
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: ibull on April 11, 2018, 16:22:18
:welcome:

Sorry I can't help with a part number (hopefully someone can) :cool:

nah it's fine, I'm just trying my luck here. The thing is I don't even know if Hyundai AU sells the 8" HU standalone :lol:
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: CraigB on April 11, 2018, 17:09:18
:welcome:

Sorry I can't help with a part number (hopefully someone can) :cool:

nah it's fine, I'm just trying my luck here. The thing is I don't even know if Hyundai AU sells the 8" HU standalone :lol:
They are already starting to turn up in wreckers  :link: HYUNDAI I30 RADIO/CD/DVD/ SAT NAVIGATION UNIT, PD, 03/17- 17 18 19 | eBay (https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/HYUNDAI-I30-RADIO-CD-DVD-SAT-NAVIGATION-UNIT-PD-03-17-17-18-19/192468872538?hash=item2cd009ed5a:g:J04AAOSweLFali54) I'd think new from Hyundai would be 3 times that price or more, not sure what you'd do about NAV maps in Singapore though :undecided:
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: chris_i30gd on April 11, 2018, 20:10:17
You can also check these octacore android systems

 :link: Octa Core RAM 4G ROM 32G Android 8.0 Fit Hyundai i30 2017 2018 Car DVD Player Navigation GPS Radio SD MAP stereo Video head Unit-in Car Multimedia Player (https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Octa-Core-RAM-4G-ROM-32G-Android-8-0-Fit-Hyundai-i30-2017-2018-Car-DVD/32862114103.html?spm=2114.search0104.3.1.211885b0ZrqHcB&ws_ab_test=searchweb0_0),searchweb201602_2_10152_10065_10151_10344_10068_5722815_10342_10325_10343_10546_10340_10341_10548_5722915_10698_10697_5722615_10696_10084_10083_10618_10304_10307_5722715_5711215_10059_5723015_10534_308_100031_10103_441_10624_10623_10622_5711315_5722515_10621_10620,searchweb201603_1,ppcSwitch_2&algo_expid=76331d41-cada-40f9-9af8-850d3582d4fa-0&algo_pvid=76331d41-cada-40f9-9af8-850d3582d4fa&transAbTest=ae803_1&priceBeautifyAB=0

Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: ibull on April 12, 2018, 02:25:27
They are already starting to turn up in wreckers  :link: HYUNDAI I30 RADIO/CD/DVD/ SAT NAVIGATION UNIT, PD, 03/17- 17 18 19 | eBay (https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/HYUNDAI-I30-RADIO-CD-DVD-SAT-NAVIGATION-UNIT-PD-03-17-17-18-19/192468872538?hash=item2cd009ed5a:g:J04AAOSweLFali54) I'd think new from Hyundai would be 3 times that price or more, not sure what you'd do about NAV maps in Singapore though :undecided:

maybe those guys at Hyundai Singapore will be able to hook me up with the map function with a fee :)

You can also check these octacore android systems

 :link: Octa Core RAM 4G ROM 32G Android 8.0 Fit Hyundai i30 2017 2018 Car DVD Player Navigation GPS Radio SD MAP stereo Video head Unit-in Car Multimedia Player (https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Octa-Core-RAM-4G-ROM-32G-Android-8-0-Fit-Hyundai-i30-2017-2018-Car-DVD/32862114103.html?spm=2114.search0104.3.1.211885b0ZrqHcB&ws_ab_test=searchweb0_0)

Yea, someone over here has gotten one like this and we are all now awaiting his installation to see if the stock reverse cam works.

And also the Android Auto/Carplay feature via Mirror Link.
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: chris_i30gd on April 12, 2018, 10:19:12
if you have any news about the installation and use of  this android in i30 pd  inform also the forum here :)
As all previous info was about i30 gd
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: Dazzler on April 12, 2018, 10:47:06
if you have any news about this android inform also the forum here :)

 :whsaid: Please....
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: guest9517 on April 12, 2018, 11:34:16
if you have any news about this android inform also the forum here :)

They are all the same on the inside those Android units, (beside core that gets upgraded now & then (Do NOT get a 1 GB unit, although i belive they luckily now are history) & perhaps CanBus interface if original headunit utilizes it).

Original camera should be no problem, unless Hyundai has chosen digital transmission on the new i30´s ,but that should be very easy to find out (and really annoying if so). My hookup of the "pop-out" cam  available on high-spec GD´s to my android-unit was videowise no problem at all, only the control of the sled of the unit to get camera pop out i had a bit of fun with :mrgreen:
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: ibull on April 25, 2018, 05:38:44
just an update to this.

the fellow i30 PD owner here bought this (https://www.aliexpress.com/item/9-Android-6-0-Car-DVD-Player-GPS-or-android-7-1-for-Hyundai-i30-2017/32850672322.html) off Aliexpress (6.0 octa core 4GX32G / without can bus).

Glad to say that the HU works fine (credits to GH Chong):


Some photos (courtesy of GH Chong)

(https://i.imgur.com/tDyKUTs.jpg)
He has yet to test the iPhone WiFi as he's not an Apple user.


(https://i.imgur.com/hTCyniV.jpg)
TomTom Go with live traffic update
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: LargePig on April 27, 2018, 15:45:35
Hey there,

Thanks for this, I have just put in an order for one, I'm not having much luck sourcing a GD-03 in the UK.

I have a couple of questions:

Thanks again,

LP
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: CraigB on April 27, 2018, 16:42:55
Hey there,

Thanks for this, I have just put in an order for one, I'm not having much luck sourcing a GD-03 in the UK.

I have a couple of questions:
  • I am making the assumption that GPS is built in, and that phone/external GPS receiver are not required. Am I right about that?
  • How do you have your 3G dongle and the DAB plugged in at the same time? Are you using the AUX/USB port for the 3G?

Thanks again,

LP
GD-03 units don't come with GPS so I've been told, maps need to be provided via your phone with Apple Car Play or Android Auto.

The navigation units from the higher models of the same year have a slightly different shape lower lip on the fascia and must have a different model number though I have no idea what it is.
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: LargePig on April 27, 2018, 17:12:50
Thanks CraigB,

Sorry, my post wasn't very clear, I was referring to the Android unit that Spongey originally posted about :)

I have given up trying to get hold of a GD-03.

Cheers,

LP
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: CraigB on April 27, 2018, 20:06:10
Thanks CraigB,

Sorry, my post wasn't very clear, I was referring to the Android unit that Spongey originally posted about :)

I have given up trying to get hold of a GD-03.

Cheers,

LP
No problem, it would help to quote posts you are replying to in future so that we know to whom you're asking/replying :wink:
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: guest9517 on April 29, 2018, 00:10:28
Hey there,

Thanks for this, I have just put in an order for one, I'm not having much luck sourcing a GD-03 in the UK.

I have a couple of questions:
  • I am making the assumption that GPS is built in, and that phone/external GPS receiver are not required. Am I right about that?
  • How do you have your 3G dongle and the DAB plugged in at the same time? Are you using the AUX/USB port for the 3G?

Thanks again,

LP

For Android:

GPS antenna is external. on a GD it works fine if placed on top of the headunit (theres a magnet in my antenna to keep it in place), where signal also is also good.

If you run out of the 2-3 USB connectors on rear side of headunit, you can get a USB-hub to get many more USB-connections possible. I have a "china" 5V supply in mine, powering it. Plan is to install 2 USB-connectors at the rear-end in the middle-consol so passengers in the back can charge phones & tablets (no data lines connected as it would make the kids fight for power over the music :-D )   

Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: Dazzler on April 29, 2018, 00:33:34
@ChipMIK Sounds like a great plan.  :victory:
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: guest9517 on April 29, 2018, 00:43:24
Hey there,

Thanks for this, I have just put in an order for one, I'm not having much luck sourcing a GD-03 in the UK.

I have a couple of questions:
  • I am making the assumption that GPS is built in, and that phone/external GPS receiver are not required. Am I right about that?
  • How do you have your 3G dongle and the DAB plugged in at the same time? Are you using the AUX/USB port for the 3G?



Thanks again,

LP

Forgot to mention that i bought this type of roof-antenna with FM/DAB/GPS: Ebay FM/GPS/DAB antenna (https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2054436.m570.l1313.TR0.TRC0.H0.X+CT27UV56.TRS0&_nkw=+CT27UV56&_sacat=0)]

It fits perfect on the roof, but check the GPS or DAB-connector as one of them isnt correct type (dont remember as it first was installed in my former car 1 year ago). I just mailed the seller before buying it and was given a free adapter  :goodjob:
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: LargePig on May 09, 2018, 19:56:42
Thanks for the replies guys.

Mine arrived today. I cannot get it to fit. The top will not go up flush with the dash. So then the Aircon controls won't go back on.

I'll have another play when I have more time.

It's definitely the right one for the car, just.... Doesn't seem to fit....
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: Dazzler on May 09, 2018, 21:23:06
Hopefully it is the correct one and someone can identify what you are doing wrong or give you a tip on getting around the issue!  :undecided:
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: LargePig on May 10, 2018, 06:37:13
Hopefully it is the correct one and someone can identify what you are doing wrong or give you a tip on getting around the issue!  :undecided:
I think I can see the problem.
On the facia there are two clips at the top that clip into the dash.
On the stock unit there is a good gap between the underside of these clips and the main body of the headunit giving space for the plastic section that it clips into.
On the Android unit the main body of it is pressing against the underside of the clips, so there's no way for the clips to fully engage.
I'm tempted to snap the clips off completely, as I think it will help and they really aren't doing much to hold anything anywhere....

Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk

Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: Dazzler on May 10, 2018, 06:53:07
If you are not in a mad rush I would wait before snapping them off just in case someone comes up with another solution.  They must have some purpose.   :undecided:
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: LargePig on May 10, 2018, 07:44:33
If you are not in a mad rush I would wait before snapping them off just in case someone comes up with another solution.  They must have some purpose.   :undecided:
This is good advice...

That I just saw after bulldozing my way through trying again :D

I snapped the clips off and it might have made things slightly easier, but ultimately I gorilla jammed it in, gorilla jammed the Aircon control back it and tightened all the screws.

It's OK. But still not a perfect fit. I don't think the manufacturers ever tried actually fitting one to an i30. The lip that those clips go into pushes against the metal part of the HU, stopping it fitting perfectly flush.

I'll attach a picture later, but I'm happy with it.

Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk

Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: Dazzler on May 10, 2018, 08:43:34
If you are not in a mad rush I would wait before snapping them off just in case someone comes up with another solution.  They must have some purpose.   :undecided:
This is good advice...

That I just saw after bulldozing my way through trying again :D

I snapped the clips off and it might have made things slightly easier, but ultimately I gorilla jammed it in, gorilla jammed the Aircon control back it and tightened all the screws.

It's OK. But still not a perfect fit. I don't think the manufacturers ever tried actually fitting one to an i30. The lip that those clips go into pushes against the metal part of the HU, stopping it fitting perfectly flush.

I'll attach a picture later, but I'm happy with it.

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I was going from personal experience At 61 (and a half) I finally learnt "if in doubt, don't" with most things anyway.

I have also found with tricky fixes or situations a couple of days of pondering does wonders....
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: LargePig on May 10, 2018, 14:23:16
I do have a tip for anyone doing this. I created a new Google account for the head unit, then added the account to my "Family" on my main Google account.

This way I can share purchases from my main account so I don't have to buy stuff twice, I can use my Google Play Music family.subscription, but if someone manages to nick my car, or I leave someone in my car when I'm not there, they don't get access to my full Google account.

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Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: Dazzler on May 10, 2018, 20:10:05
That's quite clever. Thanks for sharing!  :goodjob:
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: LargePig on May 11, 2018, 19:55:43
Couple of shots for the curious.

Pls excuse the quality, my old iPhone 6 camera isn't great by modern standards :P(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180511/8db05573cc9f552d113a308ab66a6176.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180511/f3a0588f3f4e727fbe6f8ffc65dd2596.jpg)

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Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: Dazzler on May 11, 2018, 20:59:21
Those photos are fine. Looks great!  :victory:
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: LargePig on May 12, 2018, 21:56:01
Yeah, I think it fits fine. There is a gap if you look from the right angle, but it's not going to bother me.

I think I got away with snapping the clips off.

Anyway, I've voided the warranty now by taking the top off to tweak the screen contrast.

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Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: Dazzler on May 12, 2018, 22:09:17
Nice bright clear screen isn't it!  :goodjob2: :goodjob:
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: LargePig on May 12, 2018, 22:24:57
It is nice and bright, very clear, and viewing angle doesn't have an adverse effect on it.

The only problem I have is that it is a little washed out, so grey on white isn't as visible as it could be.
There is a little screw that you can turn on the circuit board on the back of the screen, which has improved things somewhat.

My next tweak will be playing with the "Lux" Android app, to have it adjust screen brightness based on time of day.

I have run the provided USB cable from the back of the unit to the glovebox, so have two handy in the car.

At some future point I plan to try and hook up the existing microphone in the roof.

All in all, very happy, and a vast improvement over the stock unit.
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: Dazzler on May 12, 2018, 22:33:30
Good to hear LP (does LargePig have a first name we can use?)  :snigger:
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: Spongey on May 15, 2018, 21:36:29
Looks good large pig. Glad you got it in!!
I am going to have to open mine up and have a look at the contrast pin as your screen does look much better than mine!

After living with it for over a month I am happy with the upgrade. Need to look at fitting a better DAB Aerial as an amplifier/DAB splitter on the standard i30 Aerial is very hit and miss.

I am also contemplating a custom ROM but not sure whether to chance it or not...
 :link: [ROM][PX5][HD] Malaysk ROMs for PX5 (2-4 Gb)? | Android Auto (https://forum.xda-developers.com/android-auto/mtcd-software-development/rom-malaysk-roms-px5-2-4-gb-8-0-android-t3762724)

Dave
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: LargePig on May 15, 2018, 21:58:06
Looks good large pig. Glad you got it in!!
I am going to have to open mine up and have a look at the contrast pin as your screen does look much better than mine!

After living with it for over a month I am happy with the upgrade. Need to look at fitting a better DAB Aerial as an amplifier/DAB splitter on the standard i30 Aerial is very hit and miss.

I am also contemplating a custom ROM but not sure whether to chance it or not...
 :link: [ROM][PX5][HD] Malaysk ROMs for PX5 (2-4 Gb)? | Android Auto (https://forum.xda-developers.com/android-auto/mtcd-software-development/rom-malaysk-roms-px5-2-4-gb-8-0-android-t3762724)

Dave
Hey,

The contrast knob is fiddly to get to, once you have popped the top, you have to unscrew the DVD drive and move it asside (I didn't want to unplug it) all whilst keeping the headunit supported and powered so you can see the screen while you adjust it. A spare pair of hands would help.

I found that it gets more washed out in either direction, somewhere in the middle is optimum.

I loaded this image up on the screen so I could see what was going on https://goo.gl/images/YytFxK

I don't actually think if it has a screw head, but I used a philips to turn it...

Picture on this post shows it exactly: https://r.tapatalk.com/shareLink?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforum%2Exda-developers%2Ecom%2Fshowthread%2Ephp%3Fp%3D76162730&share_tid=3734189&share_pid=76162730&share_fid=3793&share_type=t

I am using internet radio (TuneIn) for now, at some point I'll fiddle with DAB. And the roof microphone.

As for custom ROMs, I can't be doing with all that messing about, had my share of that with Android phones. Loads of fun if you've time and patience...

Cheers,
LP (Marc :) )

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Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: Dazzler on May 15, 2018, 22:01:51
Looks good large pig. Glad you got it in!!
I am going to have to open mine up and have a look at the contrast pin as your screen does look much better than mine!

After living with it for over a month I am happy with the upgrade. Need to look at fitting a better DAB Aerial as an amplifier/DAB splitter on the standard i30 Aerial is very hit and miss.

I am also contemplating a custom ROM but not sure whether to chance it or not...
 :link: [ROM][PX5][HD] Malaysk ROMs for PX5 (2-4 Gb)? | Android Auto (https://forum.xda-developers.com/android-auto/mtcd-software-development/rom-malaysk-roms-px5-2-4-gb-8-0-android-t3762724)

Dave

I had to laugh at this (I think they should drop the NOT)

With firmware device, you need to understand all the risks.
Neither I nor the website is not responsible for your actions and possibly killed devices!
Everything you do - you do at your own peril and risk.

@LargePig Thanks for that Marc  :victory:
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: Spongey on May 15, 2018, 22:30:57
Cheers Dazzler,
I have played with custom Roms a lot with android phones hence contemplating it but not doing it as very aware of the risks!!
I think the first thing to sort is the DAB reception.

Mic wise,  I fitted the external Mic at the side of the steering column as a temporary bodge. It is out of sight and reception/voice quality is now adequate. I will at some point sort out the roof mic (it is on the job list)
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: LizzyWizzy on March 11, 2019, 13:41:41
Hey
Can someone tell me if the OPs headunit is compatible with the i30 SE NAV camera?
I'm looking to swap out the headunit for this one but will it just plug and play with the existing camera?
Thanks
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: Plexbear1990 on March 26, 2019, 21:51:18
Hi all,
I'm wondering if anybody knows if the android units like the OP's use the roof mounted microphone or not, I'm looking to upgrade but I'd really like to keep as much of the original hardware in use as possible.
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: Ksood20 on April 16, 2019, 22:54:17
Hi there, I have a 2016 i30, i believe it’s the SENav trim as it has a factory satnav and reversing camera. I’m looking into replacing this as it is very unresponsive and fiddly to use whilst driving.

Will the unit spongey is reviewing work with the factory parking camera and sensors, and will all the steering wheel buttons work.

Thanks
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: eze2410 on June 01, 2019, 11:53:14
Sponge question for you mate and apologies if already answered. I have just braught a 2013 plate i30 1.6 crdi blue classic. I think it has the gd 01 (it doesn't have Bluetooth). Will the stero you fitted in your car fit in mine and is it the most up to date?

Hey All,
Just a quick review on a recent upgrade/addition to my Late 2012 I30 CRDI Active I30. I spent a lot of time looking for information/videos on headunits and really struggled to find much info. As a disclaimer, I have no link to any of the sellers or products discussed beyond buying them.

The car originally had the basic original blue double din head unit and while the Bluetooth and voice support was present I found it a bit basic. So was after a bit of an upgrade especially as the warranty on the car had expired.

(https://image.ibb.co/hN3Yc7/IMG_2029.jpg)

After looking at a whole load of units I went for a I30 specific, Android Oreo, Octocore 4gb RAM head unit. It is designed to only fit 2nd gen I30s (shaped to fit the dash). The unit is a modified version of a common type of unit, there are also different vehicle specific variants for different cars as well as slightly cheaper universal units. The unit came with a full wiring harness compatible with the I30s and was plug and play (no ISO conversion needed). The wiring harness also allowed USB and AUX plugs in the center console to continue to function. Link to Ebay Auction for HU
 :link: AUTORADIO DVD/GPS/NAVI/BT/WIFI/ANDROID 8.0 4GB/DAB HYUNDAI i30 2011-2017 V5724 | eBay (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/AUTORADIO-DVD-GPS-NAVI-BT-WIFI-ANDROID-8-0-4GB-DAB-HYUNDAI-i30-2011-2017-V5724/262897613761?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649)
(seller takes best offer and managed to knock a tenner off), Shipping was about 8 days, stock didn’t seem to be in the UK but came in reasonable time and was well packaged £300 all in so was a bit of a plunge.

While the advert states DAB and 3G it simply means it is compatible, not that the required hardware is included. I have however, bought a DAB+ adapter £25 and a DAB aerial splitter with amplifier as the window antenna are next to useless around us.
 :link: USB DAB+ Digital Radio Receiver Box Amplified Aerial antenna Android headunit UK | eBay (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/USB-DAB-Digital-Radio-Receiver-Box-Amplified-Aerial-antenna-Android-headunit-UK/302201978811?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649)
(was the cheapest I could find with reasonable shipping) and works reasonably we are in the middle of nowhere in cumbria so DAB coverage and even FM coverage is spotty at best.
I already had USB powered WIFI Dongle with data SIM, so this provides data connectivity. You can use Bluetooth/WIFI tethering from your phone but it is a bit of a faff turning it on every time.

Install was reasonably straight forward there is a video of an i30 headunit removal on youtube below:
 :link: remove stereo Hyundai Elantra 2011-2013 - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JfjhqGUTO8c)
I recommend a soft plastic dish scraper to start to pop the silver trim off after which gently pulling and prizing (be brave) will see the rest come off. The AC controls require a good pull to get off once the 4 screws are out. The HU is a simple swap like all cars I have done in the past. (instructions with HU are next to useless). There are two USB ports on the back of the unit, none on the front, one is used to allow the lower centre console USB and AUX plug to work. The second USB is used on mine for the DAB+ radio.

(https://image.ibb.co/g73Yc7/IMG_2015.jpg)

Conclusion after 1 month of living with it.
I really like the unit, (although I would say that having just bought it) it was a bit a dive into the dark initially but have been really impressed. The unit is a bit slow to start from cold taking about 30sec, after that the unit goes into a sleep mode whenever the car is turned off and boots as quick as the standard head unit 2 seconds or so if the car has been sat for up to 10 hours or so, longer and the unit fully shuts down. Turning the engine over does not turn the headunit off.

(https://image.ibb.co/nv3APn/IMG_2013.jpg)

The headunit is quick, and there is no noticeable lag when switching between apps. Even with multiple windows open. The headunit runs android Oreo and all the apps on the app store which would work on a phone work well on the headunit. The home screen seen in the images is “Car launcher Pro” this I feel is an improvement on the Android Oreo's built in car mode, which is not clear, Car Launcher Pro is a bit easier to move around and the speed indication is useful. Bluetooth works well with both handsfree functionality and audio streaming with full control over the phone (iPhone 7).

(https://image.ibb.co/mWDc4n/IMG_2023.jpg)

Having Waze and Spotify is great when driving and really improves the experience on long drives. I also have a Bluetooth OBD2 port scanner which pairs with the unit (£6). It is useful although I have not played around with this much and only plug it in if there is an issue. Having podcasts on the stereo is also a nice feature. I had a spare 120GB Micro SD card (The HU accepts 2 on the front) which I have all my music loaded onto. I access this with Black Audio Player which provedes a good library and play function.

(https://image.ibb.co/kABVPn/IMG_2017.jpg)

DAB reception with the separate receiver, aerial splitter and powered amplifier works as well as any DAB radion I have ever had built into a car which tends to be a bit patchy in the part of cumbria we live in. The built in AM FM radio works well and is clear (as well as the original stereo).

(https://image.ibb.co/nzzH4n/IMG_2019.jpg)
(https://image.ibb.co/khQqPn/IMG_2021.jpg)

The unit changes it lighting to headlights coming on, the two roatating knobs are lit like the standard unit, the screen is dimmable but is not matched to in car lighting levels and does not dim as much as standard headunit but can be blanked to darken the cabin.

Steering wheel controls work and are programable to do whatever you want with options for short and long press through the setting menu.

(https://image.ibb.co/bQoMVS/IMG_2027.jpg)

If anyone has any questions please ask! I seemed to of spent ages watching youtube videos and trying to find reviews and debating the purchase so am happy to help anyone else interested. Overall I would do the upgrade again as it has improved the in cabin experience no end and comparing it to my wifes i30 active it feels like a much more up market car (dont tell her that).

Dave
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: 5milecreek on June 11, 2019, 23:45:19
Hi
would GD04 unit, you linked to for 2017 i30 be compatible for installing in 2014 i30 GD elite???
Thanks
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: CraigB on June 12, 2019, 06:38:13
Hi
would GD04 unit, you linked to for 2017 i30 be compatible for installing in 2014 i30 GD elite???
Thanks
Any unit with a GD model number won’t fit/replace your satnav unit without further modifications.

GD-01-02-03-04 are all non navigation Cartronics units, the navigation models are made by a different company.
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: aanastasiou4 on June 14, 2019, 09:16:01
Hi
would GD04 unit, you linked to for 2017 i30 be compatible for installing in 2014 i30 GD elite???
Thanks
Any unit with a GD model number won’t fit/replace your satnav unit without further modifications.

GD-01-02-03-04 are all non navigation Cartronics units, the navigation models are made by a different company.
I have been hearing a lot the reference of gd-04 radio. Is it different than the gd-03 and can someone post a picture of this? I want to see it just out of curiosity!


Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: CraigB on June 14, 2019, 09:54:21
I have been hearing a lot the reference of gd-04 radio. Is it different than the gd-03 and can someone post a picture of this? I want to see it just out of curiosity!
Your searching would be as good as ours :) I've never seen one myself though they would be out of a very late 2016 model or early 2017.
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: aanastasiou4 on June 14, 2019, 10:10:43
I have been hearing a lot the reference of gd-04 radio. Is it different than the gd-03 and can someone post a picture of this? I want to see it just out of curiosity!
Your searching would be as good as ours :) I've never seen one myself though they would be out of a very late 2016 model or early 2017.
I tried searching on the web but nothing seems to come up...


Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: CraigB on June 14, 2019, 10:39:59
I tried searching on the web but nothing seems to come up...
I found one via the Carsales website, doesn't look any different to the GD-03


(https://i.ibb.co/1Gvpftj/2017-i30.jpg) (https://ibb.co/xqCcStd)
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: aanastasiou4 on June 14, 2019, 11:24:13
I tried searching on the web but nothing seems to come up...
I found one via the Carsales website, doesn't look any different to the GD-03


(https://i.ibb.co/1Gvpftj/2017-i30.jpg) (https://ibb.co/xqCcStd)
Oh, thanks! Yes, it looks exactly the same.


Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: Turky Party on July 04, 2019, 13:59:10
Hi all,

I have a one question for Spongey

 "There are two USB ports on the back of the unit, none on the front, one is used to allow the lower centre console USB and AUX plug to work. The second USB is used on mine for the DAB+ radio."

So you are saying that your lower center console with USB & AUX plug is working after the installation of this headunit? Did you receive the cable for that with an headunit or you buy some other cables?

Can you explain a bit more?

Thank You! :)
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: Frank30026 on August 02, 2019, 11:04:04
I need your help bro I'm going to pick up my new car from the dealership this afternoon, I am thinking of getting one of these units but I was wondering if all my factory inputs are still going to work after fitting it. Like my AUX, USB, and the bluetooth that comes from factory will still be working?
Title: Re: Head Unit Upgrade - Android
Post by: zixo61 on October 10, 2019, 21:27:09
Hi,

Hope someone can help us answer our Query. We own a 2012 i30 Elite with 30,000Klms on it. Hyundai service dealer said the GPS is broken although the camera and all the other radio media functions work. They told us we have to replace the entire GPS/Radio unit . Can someone tell me what the cost of a replacement unit is and if it's worth fixing or if there are alternatives that will work perfectly.
 We have had a terrible run with i30's due to major problems occurirng when they are just out of warranty and are wondering if this is a common thing with other owners.
cheers
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