XCarLink questions, tips, tricks, and issues!

[ThePiombino]

Correction.

1.) ThePiombino
2.) 1_clean_Audi
3.) Jaysen
4.) NJDevsFan
5.) Ryan_T
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Yeah Ryan- that's the spirit!!!

[NJDeVsFaN]

I effin love newegg!!!



Soon. I would really love to get to that 1 more so we can unlock the nest price tier!!! Let's give it another day or so. What do you guys think?

I'm down to wait another day or so. Perhaps post on Audiworld to see if it gains some interest there or we can convince xcarlink to give us that next price tier anyway :D. Also those prices are in British pounds correct?

[ThePiombino]

I'm down to wait another day or so. Perhaps post on Audiworld to see if it gains some interest there

Already did that. Posted on AudiForums as well.

Also those prices are in British pounds correct?

That's correct. We're currently looking at £122.61 for the unit and £11.87 for shipping which brings us to a total of £134.48 ($193.44 USD). Not bad if you ask me! My goal was to get the price under $200 incl shipping with about 10 orders so I'd say it's a success no matter how many more we get!

[rayjpep]

ThePiombino: You need a separate GPS unit to connect to this right? I'm only interested in having a GPS functionality on my MMI. Do u know where and how much I can get a GPS unit for, that would be compatible with this unit?

[NJDeVsFaN]

I have another question. Does the audio play normally when I switch to the video feed for xcarlink (by connecting the Red/White cables) or do I need to do something else?

[NPuter]

I have another question. Does the audio play normally when I switch to the video feed for xcarlink (by connecting the Red/White cables) or do I need to do something else?

xcarlink has an audio out that you need to connect to Aux-In/AMI... if you have ami you need to get a 3.5mm headphone jack connector...
then in MMI, you select Aux-In as you input source...

[ThePiombino]

ThePiombino: You need a separate GPS unit to connect to this right? I'm only interested in having a GPS functionality on my MMI. Do u know where and how much I can get a GPS unit for, that would be compatible with this unit?

That is correct- you need to BYOGPS, lol. I'm not sure about a specific solution for that, but I know they exist. I, myself, just plan on getting a hand-help unit (I'm eying the Garmin nuvi 1490T) and mounting it in the cabin somewhere. The lack of touchscreen makes it difficult to integrate into the XCarLink itself. But then again, I'd rather have the option of being able to take the unit with me, whether into another car or what have you.

I have another question. Does the audio play normally when I switch to the video feed for xcarlink (by connecting the Red/White cables) or do I need to do something else?

NPuter nailed it on the head! BTW, was looking into that Western Digital unit on newegg- think I might pull the trigger on that, too. ONLY problem I have with it is that it doesn't currently have support for .mkv files and that's like 1/2 of what I have =0(

[ThePiombino]

I could have SWORN I got an email update from someone in this thread saying they were in- giving us 6. But now that I'm here, searching I can't seem to find it

Am I missing something here? Do we not have anyone interested at this time other than the 5 listed below:

1.) ThePiombino
2.) 1_clean_Audi
3.) Jaysen
4.) NJDevsFan
5.) Ryan_T
6.)
7.)
8.)
9.)
10.)

[Smurfs]

I could have SWORN I got an email update from someone in this thread saying they were in- giving us 6. But now that I'm here, searching I can't seem to find it

Am I missing something here? Do we not have anyone interested at this time other than the 5 listed below:

1.) ThePiombino
2.) 1_clean_Audi
3.) Jaysen
4.) NJDevsFan
5.) Ryan_T
6.)
7.)
8.)
9.)
10.)

I am tempted. When do you need an answer by? I know all are very anxious to order but I need to do some more research to see if I can install this on my own. I also would like a GPS so need to know how to add that on while I do this install. Anyway, no big deal if you can't wait.

[NJDeVsFaN]

I'll be using the GPS on my iPhone while it's connected to xcarlink, therefore showing up on the screen itself.

[NJDeVsFaN]

xcarlink has an audio out that you need to connect to Aux-In/AMI... if you have ami you need to get a 3.5mm headphone jack connector...
then in MMI, you select Aux-In as you input source...

There is no AUX port behind the main unit? So I would need to purchase the Aux adapter for the MMI that connects in the glovebox? Thanks

[MYFASTA4]

There is no AUX port behind the main unit? So I would need to purchase the Aux adapter for the MMI that connects in the glovebox? Thanks

YES

[ThePiombino]

There is no AUX port behind the main unit? So I would need to purchase the Aux adapter for the MMI that connects in the glovebox? Thanks

I've already put in an email to my dealership regarding the appropriate part # for the 3.5mm AMI cable. There are two floating around out there. It's either a case of A) 1 is for the Navi and 1 for non-Navi OR B) one has since replaced the other for whatever reason. eBay has one of them for $17.99 plus like $5 shipping. The other will cost around $45-$50 through Genuine or a dealership.

[ThePiombino]

I am tempted. When do you need an answer by? I know all are very anxious to order but I need to do some more research to see if I can install this on my own. I also would like a GPS so need to know how to add that on while I do this install. Anyway, no big deal if you can't wait.

We're pretty much ready to pull the trigger now. We were just hoping to get #6 for the next price tier. What do you say, Smurfs? Gonna get in on this??? The GPS solution, if you want it integrated, seems to be about $500 from what I hear- pretty damn pricey. I'm going to go w/an external unit.

As for installation, this is VERY DIY! You got this!

[NJDeVsFaN]

I've already put in an email to my dealership regarding the appropriate part # for the 3.5mm AMI cable. There are two floating around out there. It's either a case of A) 1 is for the Navi and 1 for non-Navi OR B) one has since replaced the other for whatever reason. eBay has one of them for $17.99 plus like $5 shipping. The other will cost around $45-$50 through Genuine or a dealership.

The one on ebay (I believe the seller is from Florida), I bought a couple months back and had to return it since it wasn't detected at all by the MMI.

[NPuter]

I do believe there is a separate cable for MMI and non-MMI ..

[ThePiombino]

The one on ebay (I believe the seller is from Florida), I bought a couple months back and had to return it since it wasn't detected at all by the MMI.

Crap! That coulda been a SWEET deal! My guess is that's the one for MMI (Navi). For the record, the one on eBay's part # is 4F0 051 510 C

I do believe there is a separate cable for MMI and non-MMI ..

I believe you're 100% right- just like there is for the iPod cable. The thing is there is NO discrepancy between the two part #s (4F0 051 510 C and 4F0 051 510 F) on ANY of the Genuine parts sites or the official Audi Parts site. This is why I emailed my dealership for some HOPEFUL clarification. I can assure you that someone on another forum (I believe it's MYFASTA4) confirmed that 4F0 051 510 F works for non-MMI (non-Navi). Looks like we're ponying up another $50 for an audio solution, unless we can live with closed cations

[DavidB8]

This who forum is closed caption :)

[Smurfs]

We're pretty much ready to pull the trigger now. We were just hoping to get #6 for the next price tier. What do you say, Smurfs? Gonna get in on this??? The GPS solution, if you want it integrated, seems to be about $500 from what I hear- pretty damn pricey. I'm going to go w/an external unit.

As for installation, this is VERY DIY! You got this!

I am not a DIY guy when it comes to cars but I need a project so I can be. I just want to make sure the screen can properly display all the colors as I don't have an upgraded navi screen. I also need to make sure their is enough info. on this forum so I can actually do this without posting every 2 seconds. Can you give me 'till tomorrow 3pm (central time)? I am 75% IN right now.

[NPuter]

I am not a DIY guy when it comes to cars but I need a project so I can be. I just want to make sure the screen can properly display all the colors as I don't have an upgraded navi screen. I also need to make sure their is enough info. on this forum so I can actually do this without posting every 2 seconds. Can you give me 'till tomorrow 3pm (central time)? I am 75% IN right now.

The screen is full color... Look at the videos on ebay, the non-nav screen is displays colors perfectly...
Man, I wish my phone had video out.. If it did I would be so in on this...

[ThePiombino]

This who forum is closed caption :)

This is EXACTLY the kind of thing that can get you banned from an Australian enthusiast forum!!!

[ThePiombino]

The screen is full color... Look at the videos on ebay, the non-nav screen is displays colors perfectly...
Man, I wish my phone had video out.. If it did I would be so in on this...

Pretty sure he means YouTube, but nonetheless, I believe most everyone who has installed this product on this for and AW has non-MMI (as do I). The screen will diplay juuuuuuust fine!

[ThePiombino]

I am not a DIY guy when it comes to cars but I need a project so I can be. I just want to make sure the screen can properly display all the colors as I don't have an upgraded navi screen. I also need to make sure their is enough info. on this forum so I can actually do this without posting every 2 seconds. Can you give me 'till tomorrow 3pm (central time)? I am 75% IN right now.

No worries. I can understand your hesitation here. I'll tell you this much (for whatever it's worth)- on my last car, my fiance bought me a new head unit. I was planning on bringing it to a local car audio shop to be installed. One thing led to another and for whatever reason it turned out I was going to have to wait until after the weekend to get it installed. I, being the ever-patient person I am [/sarcasm] decided that I didn't want to wait and that I would just dive in head first. So I did and surprisingly, while it was a lengthy process (prolly took me about 3 hours) EVERYTHING WENT SMOOTHLY! The unit worked ENTIRELY as designed and I never once had a problem with it.

That said, that's me, and who knows that you're comfortable with doing. So take it with a grain of salt. But I firmly believe this install will be a very simple and straight forward install, only further supported by the installation threads I've read on this forum.

Nonetheless, I have no problem waiting until 3PM tomorrow for you to decide. Now are we talking 3PM my time or 3PM your time?

[Smurfs]

No worries. I can understand your hesitation here. I'll tell you this much (for whatever it's worth)- on my last car, my fiance bought me a new head unit. I was planning on bringing it to a local car audio shop to be installed. One thing led to another and for whatever reason it turned out I was going to have to wait until after the weekend to get it installed. I, being the ever-patient person I am [/sarcasm] decided that I didn't want to wait and that I would just dive in head first. So I did and surprisingly, while it was a lengthy process (prolly took me about 3 hours) EVERYTHING WENT SMOOTHLY! The unit worked ENTIRELY as designed and I never once had a problem with it.

That said, that's me, and who knows that you're comfortable with doing. So take it with a grain of salt. But I firmly believe this install will be a very simple and straight forward install, only further supported by the installation threads I've read on this forum.

Nonetheless, I have no problem waiting until 3PM tomorrow for you to decide. Now are we talking 3PM my time or 3PM your time?

Thanks for the words of encouragement and waiting. I'll look through the posts tonight or at work tomorrow and get back to you by 3pm Texas time, 4pm GTL time (Gym, Tan, Laundry).

[ThePiombino]

GTL time (Gym, Tan, Laundry).

If that didn't perfectly fit the profile here in North Jersey I would be very upset with you right now, lol

[NPuter]

Pretty sure he means YouTube, but nonetheless, I believe most everyone who has installed this product on this for and AW has non-MMI (as do I). The screen will diplay juuuuuuust fine!

lol - I can't believe I said ebay
I guess we have been talking about it a little too much...

Well sitting on a plane to Paris (that should have left two hours ago) with mechanics "troubleshooting the systems" has me a little upset
Whatever, I am passing the time on the forums...

[ThePiombino]

lol - I can't believe I said ebay
I guess we have been talking about it a little too much...s

Agreed- way too much XCarLink on the brain!

Well sitting on a plane to Paris

Business or pleasure? Not that it matters- IT'S FRICKIN' PARIS!!!

[MYFASTA4]

No worries. I can understand your hesitation here. I'll tell you this much (for whatever it's worth)- on my last car, my fiance bought me a new head unit. I was planning on bringing it to a local car audio shop to be installed. One thing led to another and for whatever reason it turned out I was going to have to wait until after the weekend to get it installed. I, being the ever-patient person I am [/sarcasm] decided that I didn't want to wait and that I would just dive in head first. So I did and surprisingly, while it was a lengthy process (prolly took me about 3 hours) EVERYTHING WENT SMOOTHLY! The unit worked ENTIRELY as designed and I never once had a problem with it.

That said, that's me, and who knows that you're comfortable with doing. So take it with a grain of salt. But I firmly believe this install will be a very simple and straight forward install, only further supported by the installation threads I've read on this forum.

Nonetheless, I have no problem waiting until 3PM tomorrow for you to decide. Now are we talking 3PM my time or 3PM your time?

the install is very easy, follow instruction and you will be ok, also cover the center console with a towel and dont jank anything ( like making love , take your time do it right ) i got a tool kit from harbor freight for 1.99 but most auto parts stores sell them it came very hand.
i will check the part number when i get home i till have it in the box in the garage just to make sure.

[ThePiombino]

dont jank anything ( like making love...

For some people, janking IS making love.

[MYFASTA4]

[QUOTE=ThePiombino;5362762]Agreed- way too much XCarLink on the brain!

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you do have xcarlink in your mind.

[MYFASTA4]

yes it is , but i get better results if i take it easy at first

[NPuter]

Agreed- way too much XCarLink on the brain!



Business or pleasure? Not that it matters- IT'S FRICKIN' PARIS!!!

The latter
so I can't complain too much...

they are now flying in a part for the plane

[MYFASTA4]

I'll be using the GPS on my iPhone while it's connected to xcarlink, therefore showing up on the screen itself.

thats a really good idea, im going to try and let you know

[ThePiombino]

they are now flying in a part for the plane

Oh the irony!

[DavidB8]

This is EXACTLY the kind of thing that can get you banned from an Australian enthusiast forum!!!

Low... Very low... Down Under Low....

[MYFASTA4]

reading the label and the part number 4f0 051 510 f, i have the ami and its been working.

[NJDeVsFaN]

thats a really good idea, im going to try and let you know

Let me know if it works. My iPhone is jailbroken and there is a hack were I can enable video out for any app.

Also if anyone is interested in the A2DP bluetooth AMI adapter, I'm selling mine since I'll be installing xcarlink. Here's the link to the classifieds..

http://www.audizine.com/classifieds/...adapter&cat=76

[DavidB8]

Wow that's a pricey little adapter. Whats on the USB stick?

[ThePiombino]

Wow that's a pricey little adapter. Whats on the USB stick?

Naked pictures of Bea Arthur

[NJDeVsFaN]

Wow that's a pricey little adapter. Whats on the USB stick?

The USB stick contains software to update your MMI to be compatible but I didn't need it. I would assume it would be for earlier versions, perhaps those who have MMI in their B7's?