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SHIFTER 03-30-2014 08:24 PM

How to: Torque on an android powered stereo with no hacking v. Ca-Fi Dashlinq4
 
Ca-Fi Dashlinq4 in Toyota Universal Fitment - fits the FR-S/GT86/BR-Z perfectly without adapters or wiring needs (plug and play other than snipping one wire for steering wheel controls)

https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-H...-h680-no/5.jpg

[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wSv-3fKBmls"]Ca-Fi Dashlinq4 Stereo - Torque via OBD2 reader NO ROOT NEEDED - YouTube[/ame]

SHIFTER 03-30-2014 08:31 PM

If no one knew - this stereo runs 4.1.1 and is their new version with upgraded hardware compared to past

I had the last unit, and got the newest one as soon as it came out! HUGE upgrade. Im an android enthusiast, but hate hacking my devices - so i was thrilled this worked out of the box.

Sportsguy83 03-31-2014 04:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SHIFTER (Post 1636979)
Ca-Fi Dashlinq4 in Toyota Universal Fitment - fits the FR-S/GT86/BR-Z perfectly without adapters or wiring needs (plug and play other than snipping one wire for steering wheel controls)

https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-H...-h680-no/5.jpg

Ca-Fi Dashlinq4 Stereo - Torque via OBD2 reader NO ROOT NEEDED - YouTube

Quote:

Originally Posted by SHIFTER (Post 1636990)
If no one knew - this stereo runs 4.1.1 and is their new version with upgraded hardware compared to past

I had the last unit, and got the newest one as soon as it came out! HUGE upgrade. Im an android enthusiast, but hate hacking my devices - so i was thrilled this worked out of the box.

Andrew??

Great find!!!

projectXTR 03-31-2014 05:51 PM

Nice head unit. The only down part is the wireless dongle sticking out so much. Doesn't it get in the way while driving?

Silent_Dan 03-31-2014 06:23 PM

Looks like it could but to remedy for that is to get a obd2 extension cable and that would take care of that problem. :)

Sportsguy83 03-31-2014 07:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by projectXTR (Post 1639150)
Nice head unit. The only down part is the wireless dongle sticking out so much. Doesn't it get in the way while driving?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Silent_Dan (Post 1639247)
Looks like it could but to remedy for that is to get a obd2 extension cable and that would take care of that problem. :)

I would think the dongle is not proprietary and you can use any of the other ODB2 adapters available.

I do highly recommend an extension cable to prevent fatigue on the stock OBD2 connector though...

qtwre 04-01-2014 05:16 PM

http://store.ca-fi.com/index.php?rou...product_id=283

Here's the description:

Quote:

Ca-Fi Dashlinq4 701000 is the brand new (4th) generation infotainment systems combining Android, Navigation, Bluetooth, WLAN, 3G, Internet, OBD2, SWC, Radio/RDS, music and video in one easy to use platform with a multifunctional 7 inch capacitive multi touch screen.

In the box: 1* CA-FI unit + 1* Wlan dongle + 1*Power cable + 1*GPS antenna

Tech Specs: OS: Android 4.1.1, CPU: 1G Hz, RAM: 1GB, ROM: 4GB, Navigation Supports: 2D/3D Landmarks, Bluetooth Features: Hands Free Calling, Phone book import & Music Streaming, OBD2 supported, Expandability: RCA AV Input, RCA AV Rear Output, RCA Pre-Outs, Micro SD Card, Hard disk, USB for WLAN or 3G Dongle (backside), Reverse Camera, IPOD, Audio: 45W x4, FM/AM/RDS, Video: support MPEG2,MPEG4, H.264,VC-1,rmvb,AVS and 1080P files playback, Capacitive multi touch screen operation Screen Size 7 inch with resolution 1024*600, WITHOUT DVD
It's spare on technical details. Looks like it might be a single core? That's disappointing, with the other chinese deck out there stepping it up to dual core.

mpeerman 04-01-2014 08:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by qtwre (Post 1641837)
http://store.ca-fi.com/index.php?rou...product_id=283

Here's the description:



It's spare on technical details. Looks like it might be a single core? That's disappointing, with the other chinese deck out there stepping it up to dual core.

It is a dual core processor. Heres a link that compares all the ca-fi units.

http://ca-fi.com/web/specs/

SHIFTER 04-01-2014 10:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by projectXTR (Post 1639150)
Nice head unit. The only down part is the wireless dongle sticking out so much. Doesn't it get in the way while driving?

that was my first thought too.. wasnt bad.

that said, you can easily unscrew the obd2 port and re-configure it so it doesnt get in the way if it bothers you.

SHIFTER 04-01-2014 10:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mpeerman (Post 1642398)
It is a dual core processor. Heres a link that compares all the ca-fi units.

http://ca-fi.com/web/specs/


::cheers:

Yeah its pretty speedy.... if you guys want, i have several other videos of the unit. just let me know.

SHIFTER 04-01-2014 10:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Silent_Dan (Post 1639247)
Looks like it could but to remedy for that is to get a obd2 extension cable and that would take care of that problem. :)

very good call!

any tips on a specific one?

SHIFTER 04-01-2014 10:50 PM

General Walkthrough and overview videos
[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8sGxtnF6GfU&list=HL1396200956"]Ca-Fi Dashlinq4 Walk Through Part 1 of 3 - YouTube[/ame]
[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=303ny-z1LtM"]Ca-Fi Dashlinq4 Walk Through Part 2 of 3 - YouTube[/ame]
[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aSPT7Jrd_-E"]Ca-Fi Dashlinq4 Walk Through Part 3 of 3 - YouTube[/ame]



Application Performance
[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n_HheZ9aJ1c"]Ca-Fi Dashlinq4 Android Car Stereo - Application Performance Part 1 of 2 - YouTube[/ame]
[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Tvs8GQVZiE"]Ca-Fi Dashlinq4 Android Car Stereo - Application Performance Part 2 of 2 - YouTube[/ame]

Andrew025 04-01-2014 11:03 PM

I think I may order one of these now. Getting real tired of the OEM unit.

Silent_Dan 04-02-2014 12:46 AM

@SHIFTER
This is the one I got.

[ame="http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B007PAHHWM"]Oem OBD-II OBD2 16Pin Male to Female Extension Cable Diagnostic Extender 100cm:Amazon:Electronics[/ame]


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