Cheap Android Head Unit Review!
07-14-2023, 05:13 PM
#931
Three Wheelin'
There are pros/cons to both the Aftermarket units and the PCCM+. These aftermarket units basically allow you to run multiple cameras, wireless Carplay/AA and endless customizations (Better software and more powerful hardware).
Both of my cars do not have steering wheel controls but these units support steering wheel control mapping. It looks fairly simple within the app to map those buttons.
One car has Sport Chrono, I personally never used that function within the PPCM. I do not think that it is supported within the Android unit. So that is a compromise if you use that function.
Unsure about Sirius/XM, never used it. Another compromise if that is what you primarily use.
All I personally wanted was that the car has Carplay/ AA functionality. Within AA/Carplay you have navigation/music/phone. I also wanted an OEM appearance which I think is finally there.
The cost for the units I have is 25% of what the PCCM+ costs. So that is a big plus. It really depends on the individual user and what they require from the unit. I simply wanted a gateway out of the dark-ages so I can have navigation/music and phone calls.
Both of my cars do not have steering wheel controls but these units support steering wheel control mapping. It looks fairly simple within the app to map those buttons.
One car has Sport Chrono, I personally never used that function within the PPCM. I do not think that it is supported within the Android unit. So that is a compromise if you use that function.
Unsure about Sirius/XM, never used it. Another compromise if that is what you primarily use.
All I personally wanted was that the car has Carplay/ AA functionality. Within AA/Carplay you have navigation/music/phone. I also wanted an OEM appearance which I think is finally there.
The cost for the units I have is 25% of what the PCCM+ costs. So that is a big plus. It really depends on the individual user and what they require from the unit. I simply wanted a gateway out of the dark-ages so I can have navigation/music and phone calls.
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Graufuchs (07-14-2023)
07-14-2023, 08:42 PM
#932
Completely agree regarding the cost savings, I'd never consider a PCCM+ as it's essentially a $1500 buggy Android head unit. Porsche Tax on steroids. Trying to understand what one loses though so thanks for the list. As far as I can tell none of these direct from China units support Sirius/XM probably due to the licensing fees involved.
07-16-2023, 11:15 AM
#933
looks like the product URL just changed: https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804922986664.html
I've set up the heregoes one (UIS7862 8/128) for a few customers now, very happy with it: https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804900229496.html. It's FYT-based so there's a large community supporting it over on XDA developers forums
I've set up the heregoes one (UIS7862 8/128) for a few customers now, very happy with it: https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804900229496.html. It's FYT-based so there's a large community supporting it over on XDA developers forums
I don’t like the UI very much, so looking for a new launcher. Maybe you can recommend one?
Also how to change what the buttons do?
And could you show me to the community in xda forum for the unit?
07-16-2023, 02:46 PM
#934
Rennlist Member
I just installed herego 7862 8/256gb unit to my 997.1. Everything went fairly ok. Had to splice a wire for ASK amp to work.
I don’t like the UI very much, so looking for a new launcher. Maybe you can recommend one?
Also how to change what the buttons do?
And could you show me to the community in xda forum for the unit?
I don’t like the UI very much, so looking for a new launcher. Maybe you can recommend one?
Also how to change what the buttons do?
And could you show me to the community in xda forum for the unit?
07-16-2023, 03:14 PM
#935
Found this unused wire from the unit side that has power when unit is on.
Red-black wire needs power for ASK amp to turn on.
So cut the red-black wire and connected to the orange “auto ant” cable, and voila. Sorry, no picture of the connection.
As the wire is so thin, my guess is that the amp is powered on the amp side and this cable only “tells” the amp to turn on.
Last edited by arva; 07-16-2023 at 03:19 PM.
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Graufuchs (07-16-2023)
07-16-2023, 04:59 PM
#936
Rennlist Member
Many Thanks, just went through the 997 wiring diagram and checked voltage came to same conclusion.
Black/Red Original Harness ----> Unused orange 12v Power Antenna on PCCM Side
Appreciate it!
Black/Red Original Harness ----> Unused orange 12v Power Antenna on PCCM Side
Appreciate it!
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arva (07-17-2023)
07-16-2023, 08:19 PM
#937
I just installed herego 7862 8/256gb unit to my 997.1. Everything went fairly ok. Had to splice a wire for ASK amp to work.
I don’t like the UI very much, so looking for a new launcher. Maybe you can recommend one?
Also how to change what the buttons do?
And could you show me to the community in xda forum for the unit?
I don’t like the UI very much, so looking for a new launcher. Maybe you can recommend one?
Also how to change what the buttons do?
And could you show me to the community in xda forum for the unit?
I use Nova Launcher with the Lines icon pack. To change the buttons, I use both FytHwOneKey and a mod from the XDA forums since neither covers all the buttons. I also use a shortcut app to allow launching the built-in carplay/AA from the NAVI button.
I've compiled a self-installing update image which will update the Apps/kernel to the latest versions, remove the crappy Chinese voice/touch assistant and similar crap, install the above mentioned launcher, icons, mods, bootsplash, and background I posted above. If interested, shoot me a PM or DM on IG.
07-18-2023, 03:06 PM
#938
Nordschleife Master
if you run carplay via the pccm+ you lose ALL the instrument cluster functionality.
steering wheel connectivity is the same, minus 2 buttons. Im not sure about the PCCM+, but the android devices give you both long and short press options so 6 buttons work, but 10 buttons are programable.
steering wheel connectivity is the same, minus 2 buttons. Im not sure about the PCCM+, but the android devices give you both long and short press options so 6 buttons work, but 10 buttons are programable.
Not suggesting people buy the PCCM+ as the price is absurd, but what do you lose going with Owtosin/Heregoes compared to it? No XM/Sirius option is one thing, how about instrument cluster and steering wheel control connectivity? Are they comparable? Asking out of ignorance here, but does the PCCM+ support sport chrono functions like the factory HU? If so I suppose you would lose that too with these low priced units.
It would be really nice to have a list comparing factory HU to PCCM+ to these low priced units so people know exactly what they are getting.
It would be really nice to have a list comparing factory HU to PCCM+ to these low priced units so people know exactly what they are getting.
07-18-2023, 03:09 PM
#939
Nordschleife Master
is this the 20 pin main plug or 16 pin main plug.
i have no experience whatsoever with any of the units that have the 16 pin main plug unfortunately.
i have no experience whatsoever with any of the units that have the 16 pin main plug unfortunately.
Hi everyone,
I’m hoping I can get some help with getting this working. I can’t seem to get power to the unit. I spoke with Owtosin last night but could not get the unit functioning.
I've been reading through the threads and have spliced wires based on install instructions by @myw
I have a PDF attached, showing what I’ve done. I’m hoping someone can shed some light on where I’ve gone wrong. Any suggestions???
Thank you!
I’m hoping I can get some help with getting this working. I can’t seem to get power to the unit. I spoke with Owtosin last night but could not get the unit functioning.
I've been reading through the threads and have spliced wires based on install instructions by @myw
I have a PDF attached, showing what I’ve done. I’m hoping someone can shed some light on where I’ve gone wrong. Any suggestions???
Thank you!
07-21-2023, 03:05 PM
#941
Does anyone know if the Owtosin units support Sirius XM radio? Their customer service is lacking.
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804922986664.html
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804922986664.html
07-21-2023, 03:47 PM
#942
Rennlist Member
07-21-2023, 03:49 PM
#943
Nordschleife Master
Does anyone know if the Owtosin units support Sirius XM radio? Their customer service is lacking.
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/32568...2usa4itemAdapt
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/32568...2usa4itemAdapt
07-21-2023, 03:58 PM
#944
Rennlist Member