M.I.C. AV8V7 Manual

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  • Page 1 AV8V7 AV8V7-Pro AV8V7-Ultra Android Car Multimedia System for Volkswagen/Seat/Škoda - 1 -...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Troubleshooting ..................................- 37 - Preface Thank you for choosing the AV8V7 Android Car Multimedia System by MIC GmbH . This product features a SIM slot, GPS, radio, Bluetooth, audio & video, DSP, Android Auto & Apple CarPlay, WiFi hotspot and DAB+. It supports SIM cards, 4G dongles, DVR, TPMS, OBDII, DVR-T/DVB -T2 & ISDB-T, rearview assistance, among other functions.
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction The hardware and software configurations described may vary depending on the software version. If you notice any discrepancies between the manual and your product, please contact us. Attention: Please read the instruction manual carefully before use to ensure proper and safe usage. Safety Instructions Important safety precautions: The product retailer cannot accept liability for product defects, personal injury, or property damage if any of the following precautions are violated.
  • Page 4: Copyright Information

    MIC GmbH owns this product and its associated software. Copying or modifying the device or software without written permission from MIC GmbH is prohibited. Product Components Note: The images of the product components provided are for illustrative purposes only. The actual product design may vary slightly. Front View of AV8V7: - 4 -...
  • Page 5 Rear View of AV8V7: - 5 -...
  • Page 6 Front view: 1 : POWER/VOL: Switch on/off, adjust 2: HOME: Access the home menu volume 3: MENU: Open the menu bar 4: BACK: Return to the previous menu 5 : SIM: nanoSIM card slot for 6 : MIC: Microphone Internet access 7: TUNER: access the sound menu, 8: MUTE: Mute the sound change radio station...
  • Page 7: Specifications

    Package Contents AV8V7: Specifications Operating voltage : 9V-16V DC Maximum operating current: < 11A @14.5V Standby operating system current: 6MA Operating temperature: -25 ℃ to +65 ℃ Storage temperature: -40 ℃ to +80 ℃ Relative humidity: 5% to 95%(frost-free) Positioning mode: GPS Positioning accuracy: ≤15M...
  • Page 8: Package Contents

    Package Contents Standard specification Quantity Naviceiver with integrated CAN bus 1 piece and DAB+ GPS antenna 1 piece WIFI antenna 1 piece DAB+ antenna 1 piece USB cable 1 piece Audio/video cable bundle 1 piece Quick Start Guide 1 piece Rear Connection Diagram - 8 -...
  • Page 9 Quadlock connector CAN-H – CAN bus pin high CAN-L – CAN bus pin low NC – Not used GND – Ground B+ - Continuous positive For operation, the radio requires a working CAN signal on CAN-H/CAN-L, 12V on B+, and a ground on GND.
  • Page 10: Installation

    CAN bus system. Connection cable for a wired steering wheel control. Usually not SWC1/SWC2 needed for the AV8V7. Connector B: Dual USB Cable USB1/USB2 – USB ports for USB sticks (only limited charging capacity for phones) SWC-GND –...
  • Page 11: Home

    If you need to disconnect an airbag light during installation, do not turn the ignition back on until it is reconnected. Otherwise, the vehicle might generate an error message. HOME When you turn on the device, you are first directed to the home menu. You can slide the menu left or right with your finger.
  • Page 12: Install Launcher / Change User Interface

    Install Launcher / Change User Interface As with a typical smartphone or tablet, you can customize the user interface of your AV8V7 to your liking by installing other launchers, which can completely alter the design of the home screen. To do this, open the Google Play Store, search for “Launcher”, and install your preferred launcher.
  • Page 13: Bluetooth

    Program Type: If you prefer specific program content such as pop, news, sports, or classical, and the exact channel is of lesser importance to you, the PTY function enables you to select the desired genre. The radio then solely searches for stations that broadcast the desired genre and automatically switches to a different station if the selected station does not match the desired program type.
  • Page 14 Call screen Numeric Keypad Contacts Call History Bluetooth Pairing Bluetooth Settings Answer Call Delete Last Digit; hold down to delete the entire entry Contacts Initiate a Phone Call (select a contact beforehand) Search for Contact - 14 -...
  • Page 15 Import Contacts (confirmation required on mobile phone) Call History Incoming Calls Outgoing Calls Missed/Rejected Calls Automatic Callback Bluetooth Pairing Search for Nearby Bluetooth Devices Pair with Selected Device Disconnect from the Selected Device - 15 -...
  • Page 16: Import Contacts

    Remove Selected Device from Overview Bluetooth Settings In the Bluetooth settings, you can modify the display name and Bluetooth PIN of the AV8V7. Additionally, you can also configure whether the AV8V7 should automatically accept or reject connection requests. Import Contacts Once your mobile phone is connected to the device via Bluetooth, you can import the contact data from your mobile phone into the device.
  • Page 17: Bluetooth Music

    2. Tap the icon. 3. Tap the icon in the bottom right corner. 4. The contacts should now be successfully imported. Bluetooth Music Tap the Phone app. After opening the app, a large play button appears, allowing you to start the music directly.
  • Page 18: Music

    Music Tap the Music app to access the music menu. Here, you can play audio files from the device’s hard drive, your mSD card (slot on the front), or your USB stick (double USB cable included). WMA, MP3, and many other formats are supported. Playlist Back Stop/Play...
  • Page 19: Sound

    Sound The AV8V7 already incorporates an integrated digital sound processor (DSP), which further enhances the audio signal in real time. You can utilize this to make various sound adjustments: The Loudness function automatically adjusts bass and treble, compensating for volume changes. In psychoacoustics, it’s a well-known phenomenon that music sounds different at significantly louder or...
  • Page 20 The sound output delay can be set in the menu shown above. Enter the exact distance between the left/right and front/rear speakers. Then position the crosshairs at the location where you want the sound to be directed. The device will then automatically calculate the appropriate delay time.
  • Page 21: Video

    Video Tap the Video app to access the video menu. The app supports 1080P video playback. By default, video playback is disabled while driving for safety reasons. You can enable playback in Settings > CAR > Driving Settings > “Watch Video”. Warning! Watching TV or videos while driving can lead to car accidents.
  • Page 22: File Manager

    You can use the icon to abort the process. Internet To establish an internet connection on your AV8V7, you have two options: - 22 -...
  • Page 23: Chrome

    1) Create a Wi-Fi hotspot on your smartphone and select it on the radio under „Settings > Network > Wi-Fi/Internet“. The exact procedure for initiating the Wi-Fi hotspot on the smartphone varies depending on the mobile phone. The menu item is typically labeled “Mobile Hotspot” or “Personal Hotspot” and is located in the mobile phone settings.
  • Page 24: Navigation

    Navigation Upon delivery, Google Maps is already pre-installed on your device, and an installation file for the latest version of HERE WeGo is included. With both apps, you can navigate worldwide, download maps for offline navigation, and respond to current traffic jams and traffic reports with an internet connection.
  • Page 25: Dab

    DAB+ The AV8V7 comes with an integrated digital radio system, Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB+). This offers a variety of radio stations in CD sound quality. When installing the DAB+ antenna, ensure that the copper L is connected to the body.
  • Page 26: Photo

    When you start the DAB+ app for the first time, a station search is required, which you can initiate by tapping the magnifying glass symbol. You can save a channel as a favorite by selecting the small heart symbol in the top right corner of the channels.
  • Page 27: Install Apps

    Install Apps You can install any compatible Android app of your choice on the AV8V7. There are two options: Installation via the Google Play Store As with your Android smartphone or tablet, there is a fully functional PlayStore on the device, which gives you access to all Android-compatible apps.
  • Page 28: Updates

    Updates You can download the latest updates for your AV8V7 from our homepage at any time. We especially recommend performing updates in the event of specific problems to avoid potential complications. The system update manages the user interface and functions of the device. The MCU update is the firmware of the microcontroller and manages technical properties such as current flows, communication between the hardware components, and switch-on/off behavior.
  • Page 29: Picture-In-Picture & Split Screen

    Open App You can open a specific app with the following Google command: “Ok Google Open app [app name]” Picture-in-Picture & Split Screen These functions allow you to view two apps at the same time. For example, you can view your navigation app and your music player simultaneously.
  • Page 30: Settings

    instead. Many reversing cameras have an outgoing red power cable from the RCA video plug, which can be used for this purpose. The radio automatically receives the reverse gear signal from the vehicle and switches to the reversing screen accordingly. If you would like to view the rear view camera image while driving, you can activate “On”...
  • Page 31 If you want a smaller or larger font size, you can set it here. Night Display: The AV8V7 can automatically dim the screen brightness for night driving when the lights are on. You can set here how much the brightness should be dimmed.
  • Page 32 Users & Accounts : Add Accounts: Under this option, you can grant the AV8V7 access to your user accounts that are necessary for the operation of various apps. For example, the prerequisite for many Android functions is to be linked to your Google account.
  • Page 33 Here, you can adjust the display size of screen content to make it easier to see content on the screen. Magnification: You can zoom in or enlarge the screen of your AV8V7 to better view content. High Contrast Text: This feature increases the contrast of text with the background, thereby enhancing readability.
  • Page 34: Factory Settings

    Here, you can make all the settings for your Google account. System: Languages & Input: Your AV8V7 supports many languages. Here, you can select different languages and input methods depending on your needs. Date/Time : Set the time and date as well as the time display format depending on your time zone. It is recommended to let the date and time update automatically and select the time zone manually.
  • Page 35 Set Your Own Boot Logo You can add your own boot logo under Settings > CAR > Factory Settings > 126 > Boot Logo. Select "User" and then set the boot logo of your choice. The boot logo should meet the following requirements: Image format: 1280x720 File Type: PNG Adjust Key Lighting...
  • Page 36 Reassign Steering Wheel Buttons You can use the AV8V7 to change your steering wheel button assignments. To do this, go to “Settings > CAR > Factory settings > 126 > Other > Assign steering wheel buttons > CAN Key”.
  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    Customer Version 2 reduces the detection voltage. This can help with the following behavior: a) With an older vehicle, the device is completely restarted every time the vehicle is started. b) On a newer vehicle with an automatic start/stop system, the sound is interrupted every time. Customer Version 3 hides the sound for eight seconds after a warm boot.
  • Page 38 Supported formats include WMV, AVI, RMVB, etc. A video file cannot be played. The correct file size is 1080P H.264 (max). Check the connection. GPS is not working Drive to areas where GPS signals penetrate. properly. Place the GPS antenna on the A-pillar. Use the included GPS antenna.
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