Hi,
As I'm going to move from carplay to android auto in a few weeks I'd like to ask every user with an android auto compatible headunit a simple.. maybe silly.. question
When connecting my iphone to the car headunit, it automatically switches to the carplay source and displays carplay. This for every maker video I've found, Pioneer, Kenwood.. the behaviour is Connect the phone->switches to carplay automatically.
The question is.. does Android auto do the same? In every video I saw the phone when connected displays a screen like "touch android auto icon on your headunit to start android auto". I'm starting to think that by design android auto wants you to manually select it from the headunit screen... :|
Would someone tell me if there's a setting in the app? Or share his/hers experience?
I'd like to know expecially how it works on anything not from Pioneer (Sony, Kenwood or manufacturer specific like Seat, Honda).. Is there a way to switch automatically to android auto on connection, like carplay does?
From my experience, my phone automatically opens and uses Android Auto when I plug it in. Only exception was the first time it connected, as I had to allow it permissions on the phone.
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ilgaspa said:
Hi,
As I'm going to move from carplay to android auto in a few weeks I'd like to ask every user with an android auto compatible headunit a simple.. maybe silly.. question
When connecting my iphone to the car headunit, it automatically switches to the carplay source and displays carplay. This for every maker video I've found, Pioneer, Kenwood.. the behaviour is Connect the phone->switches to carplay automatically.
The question is.. does Android auto do the same? In every video I saw the phone when connected displays a screen like "touch android auto icon on your headunit to start android auto". I'm starting to think that by design android auto wants you to manually select it from the headunit screen... :|
Would someone tell me if there's a setting in the app? Or share his/hers experience?
I'd like to know expecially how it works on anything not from Pioneer (Sony, Kenwood or manufacturer specific like Seat, Honda).. Is there a way to switch automatically to android auto on connection, like carplay does?
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Apple in their arrogance pushes you to use it..Google assumes you want to choose. Me I want to have AA auto start on the hu. Honestly they should provide the user with the choice to auto start the interface app on the hu.
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Me too. So it is as I assume, android auto doesn't autostart :| (only on pioneer headunits it does, but it seems a pioneer choice)
I found an interesting option in the developer settings, you can enable video focus on startup, the result of this setting is that the screen on my skoda columbus headunit is switch automatically to android auto. Without the setting I have to go via the menu to see this screen.
To enable developer settings, google for 'how-to-enable-developer-settings-on-android-auto'
pinnewip said:
I found an interesting option in the developer settings, you can enable video focus on startup, the result of this setting is that the screen on my skoda columbus headunit is switch automatically to android auto. Without the setting I have to go via the menu to see this screen.
To enable developer settings, google for 'how-to-enable-developer-settings-on-android-auto'
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Thanks for the great tip. It works perfectly.
pinnewip said:
I found an interesting option in the developer settings, you can enable video focus on startup, the result of this setting is that the screen on my skoda columbus headunit is switch automatically to android auto. Without the setting I have to go via the menu to see this screen.
To enable developer settings, google for 'how-to-enable-developer-settings-on-android-auto'
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No effect on Hyundai Genesis 2015 Premium ?
pinnewip said:
I found an interesting option in the developer settings, you can enable video focus on startup, the result of this setting is that the screen on my skoda columbus headunit is switch automatically to android auto. Without the setting I have to go via the menu to see this screen.
To enable developer settings, google for 'how-to-enable-developer-settings-on-android-auto'
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Can't find this setting in Developer Options. Can you tell me what version of Android you're using and the specific name of the option? Thanks.
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JWadle said:
Can't find this setting in Developer Options. Can you tell me what version of Android you're using and the specific name of the option? Thanks.
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Developer options in the Android Auto app, not the main Android settings.
Tap 10 times on the blue title bar in the about screen to enable it.
https://www.howtogeek.com/271132/how-to-enable-developer-settings-on-android-auto/
leonkernan said:
Developer options in the Android Auto app, not the main Android settings.
Tap 10 times on the blue title bar in the about screen to enable it.
https://www.howtogeek.com/271132/how-to-enable-developer-settings-on-android-auto/
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Thanks! I've been looking for a way to do this for months. Works perfectly with my Pixel XL and VW MIB II system.
I've posted this solution on several other AA forums and credited you with the find.
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pinnewip said:
I found an interesting option in the developer settings, you can enable video focus on startup, the result of this setting is that the screen on my skoda columbus headunit is switch automatically to android auto. Without the setting I have to go via the menu to see this screen.
To enable developer settings, google for 'how-to-enable-developer-settings-on-android-auto'
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leonkernan said:
Developer options in the Android Auto app, not the main Android settings.
Tap 10 times on the blue title bar in the about screen to enable it.
https://www.howtogeek.com/271132/how-to-enable-developer-settings-on-android-auto/
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Thanks! I've been looking for a way to do this for months. Works perfectly with my Pixel XL and VW MIB II system.
I've posted this solution on several other AA forums and credited you with the find.
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Sorry pinnewip, I credited the wrong poster for this solution. You have been credited in the other forum posts I've made.
Is there also any kind of command (ADB, Tasker...) to request video focus on Android Auto?
A similar question:
Isn't any way to auto start screen2auto? I see that android auto can start in sygic automatically. If i rename internally screen2auto, to same name as sygic, and Uninstall sygic, is there any possibility to work, and auto start in screen2auto instead of sygic?
Thanks,
@sosimple
This sounds like a good idea.
Did you try that?
SOFO888 said:
@sosimple
This sounds like a good idea.
Did you try that?
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No. I thought if it was that easy someone should have already done it..
I guess nobody had this idea yet
SOFO888 said:
I guess nobody had this idea yet
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I'll post the result here if/when i try it..
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Hy guys
Im wondering is this bug or something.
I cant use smart unlock feature its empty not able to choose any option like it doesnt exist.
Also I can cast pictures via goigle pics app but phone doesnt recognise my android tv via smartshare.
Tnx
carlowise said:
Hy guys
Im wondering is this bug or something.
I cant use smart unlock feature its empty not able to choose any option like it doesnt exist.
Also I can cast pictures via goigle pics app but phone doesnt recognise my android tv via smartshare.
Tnx
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Had the same issue
Go to settings-security & privacy
Scroll down to more and scroll down to Reliable agents. Disable Google smart lock and restart phone. Enable Google smart lock and you will see smart lock options
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Tnx
Solved smart unlock, now mirrorshare left to solve and then it could be good phone
carlowise said:
Tnx
Solved smart unlock, now mirrorshare left to solve and then it could be good phone
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Sorry, can't help you there [emoji848]
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This seems to be a known bug. It will most probably happen again, I updated the Google Play Services to the latest beta and now it's working for two straight days in a row, before, it would stop and go white every one to two days.
anyone got it working?
I've found the setting.
You'll need a launcher such as Nova or use Tasker to send the intent. If using Nova Launcher simply add an Activities widget and select MirrorShare from the activities list. This will create a shortcut on your desktop.
If you want to launch with Tasker send an intent with the following:
ACTION: android.intent.action.VIEW
PACKAGE: com.huawei.android.mirrorshare
CLASS: com.huawei.android.airsharing.player.DeviceListActivity
If anyone would rather just have an apk to do this hit thanks and leave a comment, I'll compile my task into an app and post it here. Cheers!
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:facepalm:
MirrorShare is in the regular settings menu. Doesn't want to connect for me though it could be my TV.
I was asking about smartlock. Mirrorshare is working in my case with no problems
hexen88 said:
I was asking about smartlock. Mirrorshare is working in my case with no problems
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See the post above for that ?
fredriks said:
Had the same issue
Go to settings-security & privacy
Scroll down to more and scroll down to Reliable agents. Disable Google smart lock and restart phone. Enable Google smart lock and you will see smart lock options
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Also mine seems to be limited to Bluetooth conditions only, you may need Bluetooth turned on and paired with something to activate it. If anyone has the old area based Smart Unlock from nougat working I'd love to know. I've built my own version of locale based Smart Unlock in Tasker and it works great. I can dig out my tutorial if you're interested in going down that rabbit hole. I have downloadable links to the tasks/profiles so all the hard work is done. But it does require Tasker and either a little knowledge or willingness to learn.
That would be perfect
Google Smart Lock was enabled in one of the spring/summer updates. (B128 for C432)
hexen88 said:
That would be perfect
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Here's the link. I've got a few projects in that thread and the smart unlock is the one linked. Simple download the project file and import it into Tasker. It works better than regular Smart Unlock imo just make sure to
replace the placeholder with your SSID. If you have any questions please post to that thread and I'll answer promptly!
https://forum.xda-developers.com/hu...er-menu-root-app-tasker-t3821370/post77172305
fregor said:
Google Smart Lock was enabled in one of the spring/summer updates. (B128 for C432)
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Maybe it was, but I have 152 update, and smartlock is not working like it wasn't before, even after 2 factory resets. It's just not working.
hexen88 said:
Maybe it was, but I have 152 update, and smartlock is not working like it wasn't before, even after 2 factory resets. It's just not working.
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Hm, looks like you're correct. Huawei is odd...
experienced the same issue,after a few days from when I started using the mobile phone, and the only way to get rid of it was to enter in trusted agents, disable Smart Lock, reboot the device, enter in Trusted agents and turn Smart Lock On again. The Smart Lock issue is reported on official google Forum since more than a year on different models (Search for "SOLVED: Smart Lock options missing " on Google Help Forum). As only TEMPORARY solution is reported the trick on Trusted Agents I reported. As I mention it is indicated as temporary solution, since many users experienced this problem again after some time. It is unknown whether someone of the Android Dev Team is working on a fix, or ever heard about it.
Since the update to Pie my incar BT continues to ring after answering. I have since cleared cache and also complete factory reset and still not fixed. Any help is appreciated.
What car do you have ? I can suggest you a temporary fix, check if it works
1) Uninstall Android Auto app from your phone
2) Go to Settings -> Connections -> Bluetooth -> Tap the 3 dots and select Advanced -> Toggle off "Ringtone Sync" option
3) Reinstall Android Auto app
krishelnino said:
What car do you have ? I can suggest you a temporary fix, check if it works
1) Uninstall Android Auto app from your phone
2) Go to Settings -> Connections -> Bluetooth -> Tap the 3 dots and select Advanced -> Toggle off "Ringtone Sync" option
3) Reinstall Android Auto app
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The headunit is Alpine X208U. I'll try the fix you mentioned and see. It was working fine before updating. Pie definitely has a few issues needing addressed.
Thanks for the help.
krishelnino said:
What car do you have ? I can suggest you a temporary fix, check if it works
1) Uninstall Android Auto app from your phone
2) Go to Settings -> Connections -> Bluetooth -> Tap the 3 dots and select Advanced -> Toggle off "Ringtone Sync" option
3) Reinstall Android Auto app
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Some correction, Samsung uses and app called Car Mode and not Android Auto. So app itself is made by Samsung aswell, while android auto app is by Google.
Jake.S said:
Some correction, Samsung uses and app called Car Mode and not Android Auto. So app itself is made by Samsung aswell, while android auto app is by Google.
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It's probably not any app like Car Mode. I have the same problem, not with my car but with my smartwatch. It keeps vibrating because of incoming call, even when I answer the call on my phone. Phone is note 9 with Pie.
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No luck with the fix mentioned. I guess I'll wait for an update.
HoodBoogie said:
Since the update to Pie my incar BT continues to ring after answering. I have since cleared cache and also complete factory reset and still not fixed. Any help is appreciated.
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This is one of the number one issues lately over at the AA community... Happening to Pixels, S9s, too. No resolution that Google has announced.
https://productforums.google.com/fo...cation_button#!topic/android-auto/qEKiGbJv36o
Seems it's happening with Android Auto, or just using bluetooth.
https://us.community.samsung.com/t5...-on-Bluetooth-after-latest-update/td-p/458010
HoodBoogie said:
No luck with the fix mentioned. I guess I'll wait for an update.
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Saw this posted a few minutes ago. https://productforums.google.com/fo.../nrEl4wCRxcE;context-place=forum/android-auto
Not sure what vehicle, but it's worth giving it a try.
Hi,
i d like to create a task so it autoenables smartview and connects to a given device.
i couldnt find the trigger todo so, is it may not possible ?
The Trigger Bluetooth is clear, but i cant figure the way to use smartview with device as task ...
for an Tipp thanks ahead
Unfortunately, I haven't had a Samsung in years, but a post in the S7 Q/A forum suggests using an app called Miracast Shortcut.
ktmom said:
Unfortunately, I haven't had a Samsung in years, but a post in the S7 Q/A forum suggests using an app called Miracast Shortcut.
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thanks for the tip, i gave it a try, this will only open the screen share page on the phone, there is no auto connect option in the app so it wont connect to the cast device actually.
was worth a try
alturismo said:
thanks for the tip, i gave it a try, this will only open the screen share page on the phone, there is no auto connect option in the app so it wont connect to the cast device actually.
was worth a try
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Try using the net -> bluetooth connection action
ktmom said:
Try using the net -> bluetooth connection action
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Hi, thanks, but thats exactly what im doing in profile, using the bluetooth connect to car to open the app, but the app doesnt auto connect to the cast device (and there is no option as far as i see in the app todo so), so the point in auto connect to the device cannot be provided like this in my usecase.
thanks for the tip with BT, that is my trigger already to start the action, but the action "auto connect to a cast device" ... is not given to me.
alturismo said:
Hi, thanks, but thats exactly what im doing in profile, using the bluetooth connect to car to open the app, but the app doesnt auto connect to the cast device (and there is no option as far as i see in the app todo so), so the point in auto connect to the device cannot be provided like this in my usecase.
thanks for the tip with BT, that is my trigger already to start the action, but the action "auto connect to a cast device" ... is not given to me.
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There is a tasker plugin by the same developer called AutoCast. Maybe it will help you.
I don't do any of this, so obviously I don't have any personal experience to offer. You might try on the tasker Google groups forum.
ktmom said:
There is a tasker plugin by the same developer called AutoCast. Maybe it will help you.
I don't do any of this, so obviously I don't have any personal experience to offer. You might try on the tasker Google groups forum.
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was a great idea, sadly this app (beta state) only supports google devices, no miracast device, but that function would have been the winner, thanks again
Probably a part of the problem is that Google removed miracast support from "stock" android awhile ago. That dates back to the nexus 6 days.
ktmom said:
Probably a part of the problem is that Google removed miracast support from "stock" android awhile ago. That dates back to the nexus 6 days.
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contacted the developer of the autocast plugin and he confirmed, only works with google cast devices like i (sadly) expected.
thanks anyway for the hint.
That's always working to automate the tap(s) required. You could use Tasker to open the app, AutoInput UI query to determine when it's open, then an AutoInput action to enable the device connection.
probably yes, but thats now too much read and trial and error for now, thanks.
is there a way to bypass the speed setting or in drive setting to do varies task? and even a way to cast movies from yt or from a 3rd party app?
Is it an android head unit
marchnz said:
Is it an android head unit
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Yes.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...hone-mirroring-only-for-root-devices.4062787/
I tried this but doesn't work. I just keep going to the original pioneer os
93fuelslut said:
Yes.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...hone-mirroring-only-for-root-devices.4062787/
I tried this but doesn't work. I just keep going to the original pioneer os
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No, this is NO Android Radio, it just gives you the possibility to connect with Android Auto app, to get the screen of your smartphone mirrored on your Pioneer.
The Pioneer firmware is a closed software, you can´t change anything.
You need to post your questions in https://forum.xda-developers.com/f/android-auto-general.3834/
Already informed the mods to move this thread.
rigattoni said:
No, this is NO Android Radio, it just gives you the possibility to connect with Android Auto app, to get the screen of your smartphone mirrored on your Pioneer.
The Pioneer firmware is a closed software, you can´t change anything.
You need to post your questions in https://forum.xda-developers.com/f/android-auto-general.3834/
Already informed the mods to move this thread.
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Well that sucks. I'm so limited and locked down
Hello,
I have a Citroën C4 Picasso 2 with a 10'. screen but with Android Auto the bottom bar and icons are huge! I am looking for a way to reduce it (SQL or Xml or application?)
I used to use Extra aa with substratum but it doesn't work anymore.
I was told to check with the Odb2aa application but it does not exist anymore....
so I'm looking for a solution, even if in SQL or XML I don't care, I just want to reduce the size of the icons and the bar.
S8+ android custom minimal root.
Thanks in advance
Bladinium said:
Hello,
I have a Citroën C4 Picasso 2 with a 10'. screen but with Android Auto the bottom bar and icons are huge! I am looking for a way to reduce it (SQL or Xml or application?)
I used to use Extra aa with substratum but it doesn't work anymore.
I was told to check with the Odb2aa application but it does not exist anymore....
so I'm looking for a solution, even if in SQL or XML I don't care, I just want to reduce the size of the icons and the bar.
S8+ android custom minimal root.
Thanks in advance
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Get the AA WIRELESS DONGLE.
and download the companion app , on the app you can access a few settings. One of them being to change dpi
Straight_OG said:
Get the AA WIRELESS DONGLE.
and download the companion app , on the app you can access a few settings. One of them being to change dpi
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Hello, thank you for your answer.
I don't need the wireless dongle, I have a dedicated tel in the car (for screen2auto)
Another idea that doesn't require a 100$ investment?
Okay I see , i wouldn't have any other suggestions besides maybe trying AA mirror or the plus version . I didn't think they were that expensive , I got mine relatively cheap . But I agree wouldn't want to spend 100 bucks on that .
Or perhaps reverting to a previous version of the app?
actually there is an updated version of obd2aa whihc might work with wired AA. Try to install it also maybe with King Installer or aaease. it should work theoretically if you dont have ColorOs. Xiaomi Os, etc kind of chinese SW
Hello, I join the request of my colleague @Bladinium since I also use a phone exclusively for screen2auto and I would like to reduce the size of the bar and since they do not resume the development of EXTRAS FOR AA, look for another solution...
Buhoberciano said:
Hello, I join the request of my colleague @Bladinium since I also use a phone exclusively for screen2auto and I would like to reduce the size of the bar and since they do not resume the development of EXTRAS FOR AA, look for another solution...
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Hi,
I used ODB2AA to reduce the DPI, no need for Torque.
I just have a problem that I'm trying to fix, it doesn't connect every time
Odb2AA asks for permission to replace android auto.
Hi @Bladinium ,
but did you manage to modify the dpi to reduce the size of the bar?
What DPI parameter should be set to reduce?
Yes, i have Set 102 dpi with new coolwalk i have the bar in left. The result done Size bar +- 10px
ok, thanks, i will try that setup
Bladinium said:
Hi,
I used ODB2AA to reduce the DPI, no need for Torque.
I just have a problem that I'm trying to fix, it doesn't connect every time
Odb2AA asks for permission to replace android auto.
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Worked for me as well!
brianthangathurai said:
Worked for me as well!
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Hello, could you tell me the steps to follow, I have installed with kinginstaller but AA does not open in the car. What version of obd2aa is it? 3.6a?
thank you.
brianthangathurai said:
Worked for me as well!
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Can you tell us how did you do it?
Bladinium said:
Yes, i have Set 102 dpi with new coolwalk i have the bar in left. The result done Size bar +- 10px
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Hello, could you tell me the steps to follow, I have installed with kinginstaller but AA does not open in the car. What version of obd2aa is it? 3.6a?
thank you.
bogdanmorarumihai said:
Can you tell us how did you do it?
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I have changed the resolution to 720x800 which is the lowest available in my Samsung Fold2.This done in the Developer settings of Android Auto.Now I am getting Coolwalk.Also in my Nokia 6.1, I changed the Smallest Width in the Display Settings to the lowest and enabled Tablet Mode in the Developer settings.Now I can link the Nokia 6.1 with my primary phone in WhatsApp.
For the step :
Install AA
Install ODB2AA and parameter 102 dpi (for me)
On connect in car, u have choise "Android Auto" or "Odb2aa" select odb2aa.
the problem I have is that it only works once, after that I can't restart odb2aa, I have to remove the usb cable several times to hope that it will start again
Bladinium said:
For the step :
Install AA
Install ODB2AA and parameter 102 dpi (for me)
On connect in car, u have choise "Android Auto" or "Odb2aa" select odb2aa.
the problem I have is that it only works once, after that I can't restart odb2aa, I have to remove the usb cable several times to hope that it will start again
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Bladinium said:
For the step :
Install AA
Install ODB2AA and parameter 102 dpi (for me)
On connect in car, u have choise "Android Auto" or "Odb2aa" select odb2aa.
the problem I have is that it only works once, after that I can't restart odb2aa, I have to remove the usb cable several times to hope that it will start again
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Thank you very much for your help, I have installed obd2aa v.3.6a via kinginstaler and started AA and got a message to use AA or obd2aa, selected obd2aa, it seems to be running but no obd2aa option screen appears on the screen of the car (I attach an image so you can see that it is running), I am using a Samsung A33 smartphone with Android 13, you know what may be happening.
It is that I need to change the DPI in AA to try to take more advantage of the car's screen and the AA taskbar appears vertically, I am working with coolwalk.
Thanks in advance for your help.
brianthangathurai said:
Worked for me as well!
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Please, Could you tell me that version of obd2aa is using?
I am using v3.6A.
matrixx1 said:
actually there is an updated version of obd2aa whihc might work with wired AA. Try to install it also maybe with King Installer or aaease. it should work theoretically if you dont have ColorOs. Xiaomi Os, etc kind of chinese SW
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Please, could you tell me which version of obd2aa is because the only one I see is v3.6A, is this the latest? Or is there a later one?.
Thnaks and Kindle regards