Hey all,
I have a Oneplus 6 running XXX Rom and a 2018 Fiat 500X with the factory Android auto head unit.
My wife has an LG G6 that is stock.
With my phone, I have to clear android auto data and cache every time I want to use the app. If that doesn't work, I have to delete the app and re-install it. If I don't do this, Android auto won't start up. If I don't go through this process and just plug the phone into the headunit via the USB cable, the headunit just thinks it's a USB storage device and tries to play music from the phone, only to display, 'device not supported', on the screen.
My wifes LG G6 works almost every time, but is very very picky with which cable we use. If we use the cable supplied with her phone, AA will drop out after a few minutes. If we use the OP6 cable that came with my phone, it will stay connected for the entire trip.
Based on the fact that it works with her phone, I'm guessing that the issue is with my phone. How do I fix it?
Sometimes, my phone will tell me that AA is connected and running, but there will be nothing on the headunit.
Anything I can try?
What does the dealer/dealer support suggest for these Fiat issues?
marchnz said:
What does the dealer/dealer support suggest for these Fiat issues?
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Haven't approached dealer as I would like to determine where the fault lies first. Pretty sure it isn't the unit though, as other phones work fine.
I have MIDI selected on the OP6, with USB debug on. I think I have tried everything and it just won't connect more than once per install.
Good Day,
Is anyone using this combination of phone and device to run AA on it ? It is driving me crazy, cause it does not wan't to work, I've already replaced usb C connection cord to Anker one, but still can only see --> USB device is not supported, tried it on different phones[mi5, galaxy j6, redmi5] and still no luck, all finish the same - usb device is not supported, any tips for it ?
software is up to date, latest app version installed, brand new usbC->A 3.1 cord
cheers
Hi all,
I've just bought a new car and its Android Auto doesn't detect my Xiaomi Mi 6.
I'm running MIUI Global 11.0.3 on Android 9 with Android Auto 4.8.594324.
I connect the original USB cable to the right USB port but nothing happens, both on car and phone. It just starts recharging.
I've tried uninstalling and reinstalling Android Auto on my phone and resetting car infotainment to factory settings but it didn't help.
I've enable Debug USB under Developer Options but it has been useless.
I've given to Android Auto all permissions: autostart, no battery restrictions and access to everything.
I have no cloned apps or cloned accounts.
The smartphone is already connected to the car via bluetooth and the connection works fine.
I know that I should try factory resetting my Xiaomi Mi 6 but I just did it for another reason and it's a pain in the neck.
Is there something else I could try?
Should I try cleaning Google Services cache? Maybe some other service caches?
Is there a custom ROM I could try? Something similar to MIUI or to Android One which is certified to work with Android Auto?
Thanks!
Regarding custom ROMs I found out there are several ones: https://www.getdroidtips.com/list-best-custom-rom-xiaomi-mi-6/
I could try LineageOS, I used to use CyanogenMod back in the days.
I've also found this that should allow me to install an Android Auto Development Head Unit on my PC so I can test if my smartphone is getting recognized, without needing to be in my car.
But I would really love some advices from you, guys, because these are all time-consuming activities I would like to avoid.
Thank you!
Weird, running latest Miui 11 on my Poco F1 and works perfectly in my VW Golf. You've done the correct things to put the program to autostart etc .
The time I tried a custom rom Android Auto was an issue and I immediately went back to MIUI.
Couple of things first. Can you try with another phone? Can you try with a different USB cable? I once had an issue with a cable I used.
That's really weird.
Today I tried with a Huawei Mate 10 Pro from a colleague and it immediately worked fine.
I'm trying with the Xiaomi original USB cable but I've also tried with another good cable from Anker, I have only another one left, I'll try that too.
Anyway, my colleague's phone has been detected when connected with the same cable, so I don't think it's the cable.
When I connect the smartphone to a PC or to Android Auto, using an USB cable, shouldn't the phone pop a notification from which you choose what to do? Recharge only, MTP, PTP, USB mass storage or similar?
I don't have it.
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That's really weird.
Today I tried with a Huawei from a colleague and it immediately worked fine.
I'm trying with the Xiaomi original USB cable but I've also tried with another good cable from Anker, I have only another one left, I'll try that too.
Anyway, my colleague's phone has been detected when connected with the same cable, so I don't think it's the cable.
When I connect the smartphone to a PC or to Android Auto, using an USB cable, shouldn't the phone pop a notification from which you choose what to do? Recharge only, MTP, PTP, USB mass storage or similar?
I don't have it.
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OK, so it's not the car radio or probably not the USB cable. Which car is it actually?
Mine asks for charge, ... ... yup the 3 things when connecting, but not sure if it is the same case if you switch on usb developer options. Does it go into charge if you plug it in?
Do the options show up if you connect it to your pc?
If you start Android Auto (lets call it AA) on the phone and go to -> settings -> connected cars ... does it show anything? or is 'add new cars to AA' switched to 'on'?
Not sure if AA works in safe mode. From what I've read on the internet
-Press the power button till we get pop-up window.
-Then press the restart untill you get a popup to boot in safe mode.
-A restart will take take and your phone will be in safe mode.
There are some emulators on Windows and I use a raspberry pi if I need to play and don't want to go to the car all the time which might make it easier to get it running.
I know 1000 things and it can drive you crazy.
The car is a Skoda Karoq from 2019.
The smartphone correctly starts recharging when connected to USB.
When connecting, the three options don't show up. I've tried connecting it to a Windows PC and to a Linux PC, same results.
Doing this test on Windows, I've noticed I'm having issues connecting the phone to a PC and I'm receiving an error "USB device not recognised":
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
I think this could be the root cause of my AA connection problem.
I've replaced the Xiaomi Mi 6 USB port few months ago, since it was broken, and maybe the new one is unable to bring up a data transfer.
I'll try to reset my smartphone to factory reset to see if it's a software glitch but now I'm pretty sure it's an hardware one.
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Not sure if AA works in safe mode. From what I've read on the internet
-Press the power button till we get pop-up window.
-Then press the restart untill you get a popup to boot in safe mode.
-A restart will take take and your phone will be in safe mode.
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Good advice, I wasn't aware of that!
I'll keep that in mind.
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If you start Android Auto (lets call it AA) on the phone and go to -> settings -> connected cars ... does it show anything? or is 'add new cars to AA' switched to 'on'?
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No, unfortunately it doesn't show anything. Add new cars to AA is on.
I'll let you know how it goes with the USB connection to PC test!
Skoda Karoq, nice, probably the same unit as in my VW.
Well I guess you found your issue. No data via pc will also be a no go for AA since the data of the screen etc also seems to go through the USB interface.
A thing you could try, try to put the phone into fastboot. Normally you will need other drivers .... but I'm afraid it will be the port itself which is broken or not communicating like it should.
Does it even fast charge? Normally a charger negotiates via the data lines what the output will be (referring to QC modes etc)
Seems you are techie enough to get a charge doctor / usb tester on like aliexpress for a couple of euro which will show more.
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Skoda Karoq, nice, probably the same unit as in my VW.
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Yes! It's probably the same unit, rebranded, with a different UI
lukesan said:
Skoda Karoq, nice, probably the same unit as in my VW.
Well I guess you found your issue. No data via pc will also be a no go for AA since the data of the screen etc also seems to go through the USB interface.
A thing you could try, try to put the phone into fastboot. Normally you will need other drivers .... but I'm afraid it will be the port itself which is broken or not communicating like it should.
Does it even fast charge? Normally a charger negotiates via the data lines what the output will be (referring to QC modes etc)
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Trying in Fastboot is a good idea but I think you're right when you're saying it's the port iself.
I fixed this Mi 6 myself, since the USB port was broken, I opened it, replaced USB port and battery and glued it back.
The phone recharges itself correctly and fast but I rarely connect it to my PC so the new USB connector has probably had this malfunction since I installed it, but I never noticed before.
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Seems you are techie enough to get a charge doctor / usb tester on like aliexpress for a couple of euro which will show more.
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I didn't knew these things even existed! :laugh:
Anyway, I think I'll quit testing and I'll buy a new phone, since I don't have time and will to fix this Xiaomi Mi 6 another time.
I'll probably buy a Xiaomi Mi 9T or a Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro.
Just to track everything, before finding out the hardware problem, I did some other useless tests:
I've enabled Debug USB under Developers Options;
I've uninstalled and reinstalled AA a couple of times, also deleting all its data;
I've tried with another third USB C cable;
I've uninstalled Car Home Ultra I was keeping on my phone as a backup for AA;
I've uninstalled Battery Widget 2019 Pro, just to understand if he was messing with USB connection.
Thanks lukesan for helping me with tests and pointing me in the right direction.
I'll come back here and let you know how this ends, when I'll have a new phone
You're welcome. And if the new phone also doesn't work swap the car too. . I personally would go for the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro but that is me.
As per my advice buy one of those USB measure things. I highly recommend this RD UM34 or the C version. For 14 euro It has saved me a lot to take the guessing out of most things. I just had someone wanting to throw out her tablet since it doesn't charge anymore. 4 years old. It's just a cable issue, the battery and charger are fine.
Want to measure the capacity of the battery. No worries. let it charge from 0 to 100% and check how many mWh went into it. You can also check the QC rates and voltages on the D+ and D- lines or how good or bad cables are.
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You're welcome. And if the new phone also doesn't work swap the car too.
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It would be a mess explain to the bank why I don't want anymore that loan I've already signed
"You know, my car doesn't work with AA, so here's you thousands euros back" :laugh:
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I personally would go for the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro but that is me.
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That's also my favourite so far, for the better and faster CPU, but I don't want to pay 100 euros more than the Mi 9T only for that.
I'll keep an eye at discounts on GearBest and Banggood.
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As per my advice buy one of those USB measure things. I highly recommend this RD UM34 or the C version. For 14 euro It has saved me a lot to take the guessing out of most things. I just had someone wanting to throw out her tablet since it doesn't charge anymore. 4 years old. It's just a cable issue, the battery and charger are fine.
Want to measure the capacity of the battery. No worries. let it charge from 0 to 100% and check how many mWh went into it. You can also check the QC rates and voltages on the D+ and D- lines or how good or bad cables are.
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That's cool stuff!
I'll definitively buy one in my next AliExpress or GearBest order, maybe when I'll buy the phone
Hi @lukesan, hi all,
here I am again. I can confirm it was an hardware issue. The USB connector in my Xiaomi Mi 6 was faulty.
I've eventually bought a new Xiaomi Mi 9T (regular, not Pro) and it's working fine.
It has been immediately detected the first time I connected it, without any particular configuration and with the same cable I was using before.
I'm just having a minor, but annoying, issue: Android Auto randomly disconnects itself during the drive.
Sometimes it doesn't disconnect at all, more often it disconnects one or two times in a 30 minutes ride and seldom it disconnects every 5 minutes.
I've already uninstalled and re-installed Android Auto on my phone, I've given all possible permissions to it, including Auto Start, and I've disable MIUI battery optimization.
I'm using Android Auto 4.9.594934 on MIUI Global 11.0.3.
Any ideas on this issue?
I'm using a brand new short cable (10 cm) from MYLBOO (USB Type C Cable 5A,USB C Cable 5A,MYLBOO High Speed Charging & Data Transfer USB 3.0 Type C Charging Cable for Samsung Galaxy S9 S8 Note 8, LG, Huawei，Sony,and others USB Type-C supported devi (0.1m) - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KZZW155/) but since today I'm trying with the original Xiaomi recharge cable, which is uncomfortable because it's too long and doesn't fit the phone box of my car.
I've already done some researches and I see people is solving similar issues with Anker Powerline+ cables (like this Anker Powerline+ USB C to USB A Fast Charging Cable, for Samsung Galaxy Note 8 / S8 / S8+ / S9 /S10, Sony XZ, LG V20 / G5 / G6, Xiaomi 5 and More (3ft) - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071G5WSK2), so in case I'll try one of those, but they're also too long for my car.
They're talking about that in this thread: https://support.google.com/androidauto/thread/13722361
I've also found this Android Auto FAQ which could be useful for anyone who's reading: [FAQ] Can’t connect or stay connected - How to diagnose/address the issue - https://support.google.com/androidauto/thread/2467281
I'll try to come back here to write how this ends, too.
Thank you again for your help, lukesan!
No worries man, glad you finally have AA in the car. Sure that Mi9 T is more than fast enough!
I had the same issues and it is both annoying as it is dangerous. Probably it's the cable. (lol check the reviews on your link)
I have some sh*t cables that (seemingly, you guess what I recommended to measure the current) that charge ok but still slower than other good cables and disconnect randomly in the car. Coincidentally the 2 cables that I know for a fact that I have issues with are braided cables (you know the ones with the cloth around them). They were cheap and there is no brand name on them.
The cables I now use everywhere are from Orico or Ugreen which you can buy for really cheap on Aliexpress (but have to wait for a couple of weeks, hint: check shipping options and for 1 or 2 euro more take the registered or alie standard one). I always buy spare cables in all length variations and I tend to have spares at my work and in the car.
I even have a 3 meter long cable which still charges full speed and is ideal when I travel and stay in hotels. Check the reviews and variation of cables. (saw a 25cm Ugreen one while doing a quick look)
That Anker is also a very good brand but unfortunately for you a bit on the long side for use in the car. Btw : Their chargers are also very good
Hi @lukesan, hi mate,
I've ended up buying a short UGreen 90 degrees cable, as you suggested, and it's working great!
It's this one, 50 cm (1.5 ft): UGREEN USB C Right Angle Cable 90 Degree Type C Fast Charger Compatible for Samsung Galaxy S10 S10E S9 S8 Plus Note 9 8, LG G8 G7 V20 V40 V30 G6 G5, Nintendo Switch, GoPro Hero 7 8 5 6 (1.5ft) - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PFHB3R4/
The only issue is that the 90 degree angle is in the wrong direction and the cable gets pressed against the border of my phone box, so I don't think it will last as long as it would have (but that's my usual luck):
I'll probably buy a couple of spares of the same cable.
A friend of mine also suggested me this cheap cable he's using on his Kia Stonic: 4A Reload 25CM USB 3.1 Type-C Quick Sync Cable for Game OnePlus 6T / 5T - Red 25cm - https://it.gearbest.com/chargers-ca...=1433363&_branch_match_id=743761025176719207#
I'll probably buy a couple of them too, since they can be oriented in both directions.
So, I think I've solved all my AA issues!
Thank you very much again for your help!
Hello,
I have a Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro phone on which USB data transfer stopped working. Neither connecting the phone to the computer, nor connecting a USB OTG device work (although fast charging works fine). I'm not sure when it happened, however I think I updated the firmware/vendor sometime around then. Also, I'm running the latest Arrow OS 11 (which is quite out of date now..) I tried changing the board with the USB port but to no avail. I've also tried multiple USB cables, which I confirmed to work on another device. I even tried booting the phone into EDL (as well as fastboot) mode, however device manager doesn't recognize the device (and I doubt it's the drivers as it would probably result in the device appearing as QHSUSB_BULK, not "device descriptor request failed").
Has anyone dealt with such a problem before? Could it be caused by bad vendor/firmware? Or is it a hardware issue, which could be diagnosed? Perhaps the custom ROM could be somehow safely updated without a USB connection (with it being necessary to format data)? Thanks for any help!
Did you ever find the solution for your issue? I have a very similar problem, which appeared as far as I can remember without having done any updates before:
On my Mi 9T Pro I can slow charge (very slow, complete recharge takes 8+ hours), but I do not get working quick charge or a working usb connection.
I had the same problem a while back which was solved by changing the USB board. This time however, I have changed the USB board multiple times (at first I thought the new board was faulty) but I did not help.
muellermeierschmidt said:
Did you ever find the solution for your issue? I have a very similar problem, which appeared as far as I can remember without having done any updates before:
On my Mi 9T Pro I can slow charge (very slow, complete recharge takes 8+ hours), but I do not get working quick charge or a working usb connection.
I had the same problem a while back which was solved by changing the USB board. This time however, I have changed the USB board multiple times (at first I thought the new board was faulty) but I did not help.
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Hello, I have similar problem. USB OTG doesn't work at all (in custom recovery or in rom). I guess changing USB charging port may help... but I'm not sure. Did you manage this problem? (I have other two 9t pro which works so it's not problem with USB cable).
Hello,
I have a Huawei P30 Pro sw EMUI 12.0.0.134(C461E1R1P2) VLOG-L29 and I cannot connect to Android Auto (Mercedes Benz). the problem must be an incompatibility of P30 PRO since the AA works fine with other Phones.
I've reset Mem&cache of AA App, updated the AA SW version and the other Apps. Also testing developer AA menu optons.
I have come to connect sometimes with difficulty to AA car but I am not able to find a pattern so that it works well continuously. When I try to connect again it doesn't work.
My AA version is 8.3.624134.
I am surprised that there is no posts about it since I imagine that Huawei phones will have many compatibility problems with AA.
Anybody can help me?
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Jorge
Works fine with Dacia AA(wired). Don't have a MB to test...same version AA
Did it work with EMUI 11?
Now I can connect. I've done three actions:
1. Buy a new official cable.
2. Update all the Apps. It's important that Google assistant works well.
3. In developers menu, tick on developer mode.
Now AA works fine but sometimes it disconnects. Maybe I have to revise battery savings App conf., or the screen must be ON all the time. I don't know ..
I've used P30 pro for both wired and wireless AA without any problem for more than year. So .
- You dont need official Huawei USB cable, any decent cable will do. I believe that was your problem, bad cable
- Updating all apps is in general good thing to do, but it doesn't influence connection with AA at all
- Forget developers mode, please . No need to think about it, and you actually may harm your phone by playing with it. It doesn't have any influence on AA
Enjoy AA in your vehicle
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I've used P30 pro for both wired and wireless AA without any problem for more than year. So .
- You dont need official Huawei USB cable, any decent cable will do. I believe that was your problem, bad cable
- Updating all apps is in general good thing to do, but it doesn't influence connection with AA at all
- Forget developers mode, please . No need to think about it, and you actually may harm your phone by playing with it. It doesn't have any influence on AA
Enjoy AA in your vehicle
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I completely agree with your appreciations. I’ve forgotten using developers mode and it seems to work. I bought a high quality cable and I cleaned the USB-C connector.
Currently I only have a problem: disconnections every few minutes (variable from 2-10 minutes). I am testing some things: AA permissions, non Battery savings, always on of the screen … but I can't find a pattern. Any idea what can be the problem? Does it happened the same to you with your P30 PRO wired to AA?
BR
I've switched to S22U last two months, so i cant share fresh experiences, but i can say that i haven't had any disconnection issues while P30p was not moving while connected to car.
But, when i moved phone for any reason, it would lost connection occasionaly. I've concluded that was caused by weak connection, and haven't investigated it further.
well, In my case it seems to be a cabling problem. I bought 2 high-quality cables, 1-meter long and 2-meter long. I had tested the shorter one. This morning I tested the longest one and my P30 isn't able to connect AA.
I'll buy a shorter cable (0,3 or 0,5m) in order to test again..