Single-din carplay / android auto touchscreen head unit (13 pages)
Summary of Contents for ZZ2 ZZPLAY IT3-CIC
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IT3-CIC Apple Car Play CarPlay / Android Auto + Camera input for BMW vehicles equipped with the CIC iDrive System 929-220-1212 / 877-241-2526 - www.zz-2.com 11/2023...
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Components: Components MIC* Basic Type Main Harness MIC T-Harness *Usually not (GPBMW1901B-CIC) used ZZPlay Interface LVDS OUT Cable LVDS IN Cable iDrive T-Harness CAN Harness (NEW) FAKRA KITS from 10/18/21+ Antenna AV/USB Cable 11/2023...
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Body Connector specifications Body Connector specifications ANTENNA POWER/CAN LVDS OUT ATTENTION: With the latest system software LVDS IN USB / VIDEO (3.6.13), use OEM Bluetooth streaming (source) for all audio playback from CarPlay/Android Auto. Basic Type Main Harness AV CABLE LVDS OUT LVDS IN (GPBMW1901B-NBT-V1)
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Car Compatibility Chart Car Compatibility Chart Production Car Models CODE NAME Switch Year Settings 3 Series E90,E91,E92,E93 2009 ~ 2012 5 Series E60,E61 2008 ~ 2009 ON : OFF : BMW 5 Series (E60) 5 Series F10,F11,F07 (5GT) 2009 ~ 2012 ON (▼) OFF(▲) 6 Series F12,F13...
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IT3-CIC Installation Diagram Below you will see (3) CAN connection options - Mostly there is no way to determine which is correct for which model, as BMW is never consistent with equipment options. DO NOT remove screen for this installation. Therefore, begin with the easiest connection (RADIO LOW SPEED) and test for full functionality before trying to use either...
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Go to ZZPLAY>SETUP and scroll towards the bottom of the list. If 'BT Channel' does not exist, your system is out of date and needs to be updated. Contact ZZ2 for more information.
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• How to connect to Apple CarPlay / How to setup Bluetooth Phone Calls If you would like to use a cable to connect your iPhone, please use a certified Apple cable. If you would to use a wireless connectivity, please follow the next steps. Before pairing the iPhone with the system, please make sure you do a "hard reset"...
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Activation by original buttons Activation by original buttons Apple Car Play Button Function Operation Remarks Changing Order : OEM → Press the button 3 seconds Car Play Modes Menu BMW i-Drive Button Apple Car Play Function Move the Turn the dial pointer Move Left or Right Google Android Auto...
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SETTINGS Android Connection settings Menu – Shows information on currently connected phone (does NOT bring you into Android Auto mode) CarPlay Connection settings Menu – Shows information on currently connected iPhone (does N OT bring you into CarPlay mode) For Airplay (Screen-mirroring) iPhone devices. For Screen- Mirroring Android...
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SETTINGS Selecting ‘Setup’ will bring you to the ZZPLAY The next few pages overview the IT3 interface, navigating settings and explains entering/ exiting all menus. There are (2) menu systems that exist outside of the OE radio system: Interface Setup Menu with all options CARPLAY (or Android Auto) menu and the ZZPLAY Interface Menu.
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An array of Microphone settings are used specifically when using trigger (violet) for reverse camera (used for the provided system microphone. ZZ2 recommends using the OEM manual transmissions typically), found on Bluetooth system whenever possible for IT3 hardware (and in that the USB Media Harness.
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OEM Bluetooth). Once turned ON, use OEM Bluetooth Audio source for all sound from the ZZPLAY unit. This is how ZZ2 always suggests to use these systems (for IT3 hardware). HiCar map confirmation: This setting is never used in N.A.
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IT3-CIC Question: I can't hear any audio from the CarPlay/Android Auto system. Answer: Your OE system must be resting on BT Audio (if on latest module sw) or AUX mode in order to hear any sound from the kit. This includes during phone calls. NOTE: Some systems AUX input are not labeled 'AUX', it may be labeled 'Media Interface' or there may be an audio conversion to the vehicle's USB input.
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support@zz-2.com 929-220-1212 Toll free: 877-241-2526 Extension 2: Tech Support Agreement: End user agrees to use this product in compliance with all State and Federal laws. ZZDOIS LLC dba ZZ-2 is not to be held liable for misuse of its product. If you do not agree, please discontinue use immediately and return product to retailer.
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