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gpvecchi · 01-14-2019, 08:02 AM

Sorry, what's Wi-Fi for? Android Auto needs cable...

EdBoy · 01-14-2019, 11:18 PM

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Originally Posted by gpvecchi

Sorry, what's Wi-Fi for? Android Auto needs cable...

I thought it was for screen mirroring?

el-guapin · 01-15-2019, 12:28 AM

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Originally Posted by gpvecchi

Sorry, what's Wi-Fi for? Android Auto needs cable...

Mirroring on iOS is wireless. The iPhone connects to the WiFi from the headunit.

gpvecchi · 01-15-2019, 03:59 AM

I had an iPhone before, it never worked...

wolffbite · 01-15-2019, 05:15 PM

Works fine on my android. I use it for mirroring torque pro onto my HU as I'm not really keen on using the XDA patch workaround.

gpvecchi · 01-15-2019, 06:06 PM

I think that Pixel 3 doesn't support Miracast. I think this is the standard for the DDX, right?

wolffbite · 01-15-2019, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by gpvecchi

I think that Pixel 3 doesn't support Miracast. I think this is the standard for the DDX, right?

As far as I know yes. I'm using an LG G6 on Android 7.0 for reference.

Varelco · 01-17-2019, 05:37 AM

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Originally Posted by wolffbite

Works fine on my android. I use it for mirroring torque pro onto my HU as I'm not really keen on using the XDA patch workaround.

I was wondering if you could do that...

So when it comes to screen mirroring does it behave like an app? As in, can you close the screen mirror and open up waze or the radio then return to the screen mirroring, or does it not work like that?

not sure if that makes sense.

wolffbite · 01-17-2019, 10:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Varelco

I was wondering if you could do that...

So when it comes to screen mirroring does it behave like an app? As in, can you close the screen mirror and open up waze or the radio then return to the screen mirroring, or does it not work like that?

not sure if that makes sense.

It will replicate your phone screen on the headunit, and because it has 2 way mirroring will allow you to control it from either the phone OR the headunit touchscreen at the same time. You can view any app you want on your phone while mirroring, but android auto/apple carplay would not be available since the connection is wireless and this specific headunit only supports a wired connection for those apps.

el-guapin · 01-17-2019, 09:37 PM

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Originally Posted by gpvecchi

I had an iPhone before, it never worked...

You probably needed this patch...

Apple iOS 11 Wireless Mirroring for Kenwood DDX917WS & DDX9017DABSs/

gpvecchi · 01-18-2019, 04:19 AM

Thanks, but I'm already on a newer firmware

5H1F7Y · 01-18-2019, 07:51 AM

Anyone have issues with Android Auto locking up all the time with this HU? between that, and spotify app not connecting and garbage radio reception I'm about ready to ditch the unit.

S9+ Latest firmware on the HU

wolffbite · 01-18-2019, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by 5H1F7Y

Anyone have issues with Android Auto locking up all the time with this HU? between that, and spotify app not connecting and garbage radio reception I'm about ready to ditch the unit.

S9+ Latest firmware on the HU

First thing I would do is try a different cable. I see that the S9+ uses a USB type-C, and there are a ton of cheap cables out there that are not specced correctly for the newer standard. A cable longer than 3' can also cause issues.

Regarding your poor radio reception, I have no idea. Mine is just as good as the stock headunit... double check connection, see if any wires are loose/frayed?

5H1F7Y · 01-18-2019, 01:46 PM

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Originally Posted by wolffbite

First thing I would do is try a different cable. I see that the S9+ uses a USB type-C, and there are a ton of cheap cables out there that are not specced correctly for the newer standard. A cable longer than 3' can also cause issues.

Regarding your poor radio reception, I have no idea. Mine is just as good as the stock headunit... double check connection, see if any wires are loose/frayed?

yea, tried the cable. radio signal i think might be something with the signal amplifier. Im using the carbon wiring harness, so ill have to check the pins on that to make sure its getting power. The spotify issue could be a software version as well. im hoping to try some legacy versions at some point. Bluetooth works for now

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