2023 ATOTO A6PF Review - The Best Budget Android Head Unit? - Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
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- čas přidán 9. 02. 2023
- This is a review of what I think is the best Android double-din currently available for under AU$350 - the ATOTO A6PF. It's a 7" unit with both wired and wireless Apply CarPlay and Android Auto, with an extensive suite of settings available to configure it to your vehicle and audio setup.
This unit was provided by ATOTO for review, but they had no influence over the contents of the review. #motoringbox
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Please note: Android Auto received an update during filming, which is why it looks different between the 2 camera angles, and the "Searching for GPS" message on map view is because I was using GPS location spoofing to hide my exact location.
If you've got any other questions let me know in the comments below!
Most map software you can download the base map for your area, better when there is no/low signal, most people don’t even know you can do it.
Audio time corrections are great, used to be only higher end setups, generally setup for drivers position or drivers left ear if you have others.
@MotoringBoxTV
Do you need any special decoder box or cables that aren't supplied to set up the steering wheel controls?
I've got a VZ SV6 and really don't want to lose that functionality.
So no answer on how to access the internal 32gb RAM?
It was answered above in this post my friend. It reads
"Like Android phones there's a file browser app, and files can be uploaded via USB or even emailing to yourself if there's only a few"
im just amazed how clean that interior looks and how well that head unit fits into it all! damn good work!
Absolutely love this Ralliart Diamante series Sean. Glad to see this platform get some coverage. Keep up the good work, love your channel.
Impressive unit Sean. Never heard of this brand. The time correction settings reminds me of the speaker calibration that AV receivers use upon setup. They calculate distance automatically using a calibration mic, such as Pioneers' MACC & Yamaha YPOA. Also speaker distances can be inputted manually like your unit. Not to bring a negative connotation, I hope this unit last the distance. Not like the Kayhan disaster stories of constant failures. Great vid!
Thanks for the review.Very useful information to have especially if you have an older car 🚗
That unit looks really good. Also with the Ralliart wall paper it makes it look like it was originally meant to be there with how well it fits in. It makes your Magna look about 5 to 10 years newer to what what it actually is.
I have just had this installed and I was originally having issues with the android auto. I fixed it by updating the firmware through a USB stick and then I cleared all the data in the settings after the update. So far I'm absolutely loving it!
Hi mate,
I'm have the same issues with android Auto. Phone will connect via Bluetooth but won activate android Auto.
Where did you get the updated firmware?
Thanks
Hey mate,
You are one of my favourite CZcams channels well done
Great review of the stereo system thanks Sean
Nick Australia
Nice review, the interiors looking great too
Great review. I want one now, but I will wait a bit in case they hit you up with sponsorship. I have a 2022 Subaru with android auto (my first experience with in car apps) and I did d it to be useful but flawed. This looks like a great alternative for my older cars as an upgrade, but could you please do some follow up "real world" comments once the rally is on the road?. Love the vids, keep it coming 😁
Excellent review Sir! Thank you very much, from Orlando, Florida U.S.A.
Enjoyed your videos, great Stuff👍 I want this on my silver ralliart magna!
Cheers Sean, just ordered it
Looks absolutely gorgeous getting my radio put in my vs commodore still has the original cassette player unfortunately doesn't work and also getting a pod filter as well for some better fuel economy and noise dash got fixed and the pulley at the front and now also have a window brake light as well
@A. Melbs i got a jvc unit obviously a double stacker won't fit i just got a single stacker for 1 cd at a time and ive had no issues with the pod filter i do know why it was sucking up more fuel before i put it on there was a huge gumnut stuck in the maf 😆 but no issues sounds great bit better fuel consumption alls fine
Just ordered this unit last night.
Good to see a fellow cyberpunk 2077 fan
Also audio quality for wired android auto is better, plus less connection issues.
I can tell the difference anyway on my Mark Levinson system in my Lexus, depending on your car's audio setup of course.
As soon as i heard the classic Gran Turismo Music at the end, i had to boot it up and play a few races. straight Nostalgia
You and I both!
The gt soundtrack nostalgia again 👌
That eq looks very good with lots of customization
I use the Samsung wireless phone holder mounted to the right air vent.
Got my favourite 2006 Alpine 5.1 surround sound front 3 way component speaker system with added 2023 Bluetooth. Yes the blue wire and blue white wire - Amps and one for power antenna. You have lots of good points 👉
I bought the 10” screen back in 2022. I saw it on Aussie Arvos when they installed the device. I’ve had a problem with mine, I had to send it back to China. But the replacement was perfect! The amount of applications I have on it now. The kids have now taken over the radio 😂
Don’t forget the DVR dashcam! It hooks upto the screen! You can watch recordings and also do transfers also, without having to take the SD card out!
Excellent upgrade
Hey mate absolutely love your videos, you inspired me to get my own ralliart. #460 manual pewter no sunroof. I have got alpine type R's all around and some hefty subs in the boot. Sounds mint atm but wanting something more modern and this one looks really good but dont want to compromise audio quality. How have you found the audio quality so far? Love your stuff mate
0:51 do you plan to fit a reversing camera into the Ralliart Magna considering you now have a screen?
Great video thanks! I actually contacted Atoto regarding a different system setting, and I saw in the screenshot they sent me that you can actually disable the antenna always being powered. When you're in "Settings" tap "System" 4 times and it will open up some hidden settings where there is "Continuously power car antenna" option that you can disable which hopefully will resolve the antenna issue for you!
I forgot to add code is "3368" when it asks
I found that one previously, but it didn't fix it! I put a switch on the output wire instead.
Ah bummer! At least you resolved it nonetheless 😊
Is that background music from a middle-series Gran Turismo game? I swear it sounds like I need to take my car to the garage for an oil change and a wash before I take it for a photoshoot at the Japanese temple in Autumn...
Bravo for not having an intro music number. I think they are an outdated concept from the old days of television and no longer relevant. Even the ones that are only 10 seconds long annoy the crap out of me. I know who you are and I know what I'm watching... Bravo mate! 🙏🙏🙏
Like your video on the Mitsubishi as a newcomer, like you I tried a few cheap Android head units and they are garbage. So after watching your review I bought the Atoto and it is very good - startup time is brilliant and I've upgraded the TJ Sportswagon dash with Verada fake wood - with the sli surround supplied it looks near factory. Thanks for the review.
Just installed In my 2014 corolla. Loving it so far!
Hey, 1 month later, hows it going?
I've had one a year and a half and it's amazing @@Tommy-qe6fh
Video hope you’re well in Queensland😊
Haya matey. I remember our Magna had a switch on the OEM radio, to choose radio mast height (half or full). When fm/am was used the radio mast would extend, but stay up til engine shutdown.
Gran Turismo music at the start was a nice touch😅🌟
Very impressive upgrade too, wonder if it will increase resale value?
And the music at the end lol
In regards to the Antenna .
I looked up manual ( not sure if exact model ) but seems there is 2 turn on wires one for Antenna stated as Blue and one for Amp that is Blue and White that turns on when car turns on 🤔
My go to has always been Sony for head units. My VT has a XAV-1000 which is great but Apple car play only. My VY had a XAV-XA205DB which I've come to find is extremely rare as it had everything
Android Auto, Apple car play, CD, DVD, Bluetooth, digital radio, am, fm, 3 reverse camera inputs and probably many more I've forgotten.
I'd be keen for the finalists for your choice of units and why you chose the Atoto
Pulled the pin on this unit based on your review...Cheers!
Hope you'll like it, mine is still performing perfectly over a year later.
No dials is annoying for volume but it's the trend . Good video, was looking at units for one of my spare cars
Least it still has button. Rather then some touch sensitive rubbish
It has button's aling the bottom. Not perfect, but better than full touchscreen
These are designed for cars with steering wheel controls. If your car doesn't have one, it's actually easy to retrofit them, as I recently did.
Awesome 😎 system mate.
In this video, with Android Auto touch the microphone button and ask directions and the unit responds with audio. However, when I am on Google maps and ask it to navigate it marks out the route with a thick blue line, but only once in about twenty attempts does the unit respond with audio directions. Both GPS and WIFI are connected and speaker is not muted. Do audio directions only work reliably when Android Auto is on screen? Android Auto, other than appearance on screen, seems to duplicate functions of APPS already installed in the ATOTO unit. Does anyone know the settings so that audio accompanies navigation directions when using the Google maps APP that is pre-installed in ATOTO? Having to glance at the screen while driving is a distraction.
When I upgraded my Lexus I had to add a delay timer to turn on the factory amplifier otherwise it wouldn’t play any sound.
Is it possible in the settings to set it to turn off all the time when the car is turned off? I don't want the 'sleep' mode.
Cheers! great video!
Love the gran turismo 3 music my guy
Please I need a work through how you enable wireless android Auto on the head unit
I have a 2013 ford expedition EL Audiophile. Had a bad install experience with a Belva BMV734. Mostly the swc would not program in. As all swc vdc would show the same?, i really like the features and feedback of the Atoto. Would I have a seemless install with access to the SWC? I just don't want to keep swapping out head unit after head unit. Any input would be great... And my back up camera is hardwired spiced to RCA wire for oem rear cam to work 👍...
I'm curious how they achieve a 2 second startup time. I suppose the easiest way would be if the head units has its own battery, which would explain why there's no noticeable current draw on the car's 12V battery - at least not until the head unit's battery starts to go flat.
Alternatively I suppose it's possible the head unit suspends all 2 GB of its RAM to internal flash memory, then swaps it back in on the next startup. But I don't think the flash memory would last very long if that task was repeated often. I'm not sure it could be done in software in only 2 seconds either.
When can I buy this car off you? Love the way you are going about restoring this, do you plan to use as a daily?
Just ordered this for my Nissan Skyline 350GT .I had a ralliart magna very nice cars 👌
It's a great head unit, you'll love it.
Looks mint
Bluetooth phone calls, how's the quality for person receiving the call, and does it come with a microphone?
Nice unit. I just bought a Subaru Outback specific unit, Hope its as good as that
I just got this unit for my 2007 Kia Sorento. That said, it may be a bit before I install it given I need a wire harness and maybe a double din kit.
I had a couple of issues with an older Atoto in my EB, but it was more hardware, I went with a Joying again, and also have an Eonon in my AU. But I've had both since before wireless android auto was common, so I might be up for something new for the AU soon😏 the Joying is the only one that works with my EB dash though. It's great that we can afford them without having to fork out for Alpine or Sony money!
I've seen two versions of the A6PF buttons on bottom and on side, can you tell me which one is the current model?
But it's exactly alpine and Sony prices
Which is 2 din CarPlay unit AND 360 cameras WITH inside dash screen and TPMS? Thank you
Sweet wallpaper
Great review…..I’ve just fitted one into a friends Subaru Outback.
Was just wondering how you managed to do the custom wallpaper…..I’ve been scratching my head over it for days now!
Cheers….love your work
I made the image myself, but you can do it with any image or photo file you've got. You've firstly got to get it onto the head unit somehow - the easiest way I found was to send it to myself via email, and then access my email from the head unit... and download the file. You can then go to the file browser app, find the image and there's a button to set as wallpaper.
I currently don't have the car with me to confirm these steps exactly, but that's how I remember it. Good luck!
@@MotoringBoxTV
Hey....thanks so much for the prompt answer. I literally found the 'set as wallpaper' button half hour after I posted the question. I made the image in PS and then loaded via a USB stick. Thanks again!
hi sean/shaun thanks for another video. i never knew I wanted to watch a video about a ralliart magna.
when are you going to supercharge this. rpw over in western Australia should be able to make a kit for you with a sprintex supercharger,
like what was on the tmr 380
Needs a turbo I think! And AWD
I hear all the Gran Turismo music you’ve been using in your videos lately, Sean. I appreciate a man of culture ☺️
Top video mate. Do you know if Atoto has an Apple equivalent head unit? I’d be very interested to have one. Thanks.
It runs Apple CarPlay too 👌
Can u get sadlilight radio on it?
What could be the problem with Android 10 compared to 11 or 12? I only want navigation and Spotify, but still...
Hi, I'm looking to upgrade the head unit on my 2007 Audi A3.
It was quite well equipped for back then, with Bluetooth (for phone calls only), a 6 CD autochanger, steering wheel controls and a Bose amplifier and subwoofer. Do you think the Atoto A6 can work happily with these older technologies?
Any help or advice would be much appreciated.
Thanks Sean. Was not aware of these, and with my 22 year old Ford factory stereo & factory speakers still in use, this maybe the update I sorely need. How are those speakers you replaced in the Ford lasting? Stay well and thanks for the content as usual.
Speakers have never had an issue - they are great units.
Would ATOTO head unit only play "Africa" and "Rosanna"?
I'll see myself out.
Okay, yes but also "Hold the line" and many, MANY more golden hits!
Beautiful unit! Unfortunately almost every modern head unit no longer has that power antenna option control. Even many Alpine units lack that function now. Cost cutting measures!
Certainly doesn't look out of place. 👍
Hey mate. What phone do you have? Noticed you’ve got the new version of android Auto and I really want to have a go with it as well
@MotoringBox how is the sound quality on this unit?
I added a switch to manually lower the antenna, i sometimes use a drive through car wash and i don't want to lose my power antenna.
Mine is switched now too - works perfectly!
Best unit I've ever had plus they only cost 140 on Amazon
Any idea where to buy this in Europe?
is it truly not a drain to worry about? not sure if I'm convinced forced sleep drain on battery won't be a problem. shopping for a vehicle that won't be in my garage, no block heater, cold Canadian winters.
Hands down the best aftermarket stereo, simply because it's just an Android phone or tablet.
All of the bigger name car audio brand use their own crunchy proprietary OS's that suck to use.
G'day Sean, informative video. I've been looking at updating my head unit for a 2006 Ford Falcon BF. Would this head unit fit into an aerpro cradle for this model car?
Should do
Pretty cool cuz 😎
In this day and age you should be able to put in a sim card for data, tethering can be 'buggy' to rely on in my experience.
Thank you for the detailed overview! In the video, Android Auto seems laggy in comparison to the normal screen. Is that accurate? Or is the camera confusing my eyes?
Perhaps a little, is never been slow enough for me to notice that, let alone bother me. It's probably more so the latency between the head unit and the phone.
I always wanted to experiment with one of these head units. Pity I don't have a car currently that needs a new head unit. However, one thing, spend the extra money on the reverse camera. It's especially come to its own when it comes to parking (especially in a congested area) & it doesn't cost much money to buy one.
You can buy me one for my Territory if you're bored and offering 🤣
@@MitchZero9 Only if your going to give me a lap dance 🤣
Considering a slightly odd install with the 9 inch version of this. The way i’d do it, the buttons across the bottom will be hidden. The car has steering wheel controls, but I was wondering if the home button is necessary or not?
You might be able to get away with the steering wheel controls - I mainly use the volume up/down buttons, and previous/next track - although the latter can be done via the touch screen.
How did you go with wireing harness to fit your car as I got Toyota aurion gsv50 can't seem find right one though atoto
You'll most likely need a primary harness to ISO conversion like the APP0141 here aerpro.com/vehicles/toyota/toyota-aurion-2012-2015#-
Hi Sean thanks didn't know I could use aeropro wireing harness thanks again for the information
So what’s the sound like? And fm radio reception? The old factory head unit in my 120 Prado has good sound but fm reception is poor, and of course the nav is ancient and not very user friendly.I am looking to replace but for me sound quality and radio reception are key requirements, as I commute 100km each way to work in a regional area.
Sound will depend more on what speakers you are running, and likewise I would say FM reception has more to do with the antenna rather than the headunit. But having said that the unit sounds great in my car and has excellent reception.
HI I have a few deferent Atoto's installed in various cars and been pretty happy with all of them ... what i have not been able to acheive is a short cut dial from the home screen.. oh and way of switching the hotspot on my phone when it picks up the unit .. any thoughts anyone .. nice demo of the new unit thanks
For the Hotspot you may be able to check out the Tasker app, which apparently lets you set up automated tasks like this.
1. Car BT detected
2. Hotspot ON
3. Car BT not connected
4. Hotspot OFF
I would go with one of the Joying units. They offer both Android Auto and Apple Carplay.
So does this one.
hey sean, recently stumbled onto your channel and been enjoying the magna content, recently got myself a tj magna. originally had a verada as my very first car at 18, so things have come full circle now that im 35 haha. after doing some research and watching your video, i decided to give the atoto a6pf a go also. quick question, the headunit has a power antenna lead, just wondering if you gave that a go to solve the antenna always being in its raised position. havnt got around to installing mine as yet, but wondered if you tried wiring that to the factory lead off the magna. i was reading on a page that even when wiring it in, the antenna may stay up for 5mins even when switching off from radio, but the person was referencing an older atoto model and that was a few years ago. so yea, if you gave that a go or had any luck besides wiring in a sperate switch id love to hear your work around? cheers mate and keep up the content
My issue was from using the atoto antenna wire connected to the car's factory antenna wire - I solved it by adding a switch to it so I could disable it entirely when needed. I mounted the switch inside the storage bin which sits underneath, and it's completely hidden which is awesome. Fixed the issue perfectly!
@@MotoringBoxTV ended up installing it tonight, put the head unit in, gps antenna, mic, reverse cam. she's all good, and yea ran a switch to the glove box, so i can disengage the antenna when not needed. which in my case will be 99% of the time haha. now to see how it holds up in the coming months, but so far im pleased 🙂
hey there sean, been almost a month now and im really enjoying the headunit. i did notice wireless AA was sapping my phones battery quite quickly, so i just use regular bluetooth connection and turn my phones hotspot on connect the atoto to the phone and use the headunits built in apps (google maps), that really helps save the phones battery. quick question, which obd bluetooth scanner did you end up going with. im trying to find one for my 2002 magna. cheers and keep the magna vids coming 🙂
Thanks mate. Nice production quality!
Content was helpful too, I just went from being a brand snob to wanting to buy this.
PS. Shame that you're on the Northside 😁
I'm West actually!
@@MotoringBoxTV sorry about that. Lol.
Are you still happy with the unit? I'm mostly looking for solid wireless Carplay and Android auto?
Still love it mate - looking to get another one for my other car.
Holy shit that Atoto thing is verrrry good price.
Territory is getting the Aerpro dash kit as the ICC is cooked. I think I might give this headunit a crack. I'm usually a Pioneer man, but the UI looks really bloody good.
Would have been nice to install and review the reverse camera since that’s one of the main features people would use
I agree, i would also want to see reverse camera in future videos as i have an older model car and want hands free phone and parking camera. Ps great to see aussie reviews 😊
Did it come with any steering wheel controls or does it just integrate with cars own controls if they existed prior?
There's wiring for connecting your car's wheel controls if needed.
Are any of you aware of a atoto to iso wiring harness that is available in Australia?
The unit comes with one, how come you're looking for it separately?
@@MotoringBoxTV thanks mate
Thanks for video
But the only thing you didn't talk about is
Screen mirror..
Thanks
Hey Sean, do you plan on playing around with the OBD function?
Haven't yet, I heard this car (Mitsubishi Magna) may not be fully OBD2 compliant, so the adapters I have may not work.
Tidy unit👌🏾
i had a $50 BT touchscreen head unit that died on me a week ago after just on 2 years,
i think this might make the list to replace it considering you can customize the screen!
how is it at night? does the background go to a black back drop or does it slightly dim?
My $50 unit was like watching a documentary about the sun it was that bright! if you mounted it to the front bumper it could have been a light bar!
Sorry for the late reply on this one - when you turn the lights on it'll dip to a lower brightness. So essentially the unit has two brightness settings - one for when the headlights are off, and one for when they're on. It works well at night on the lowest brightness - easy to see/read without throwing out a ton of light. Android auto automatically switches to dark mode too.
Is the hands free microphone on front of the unit itself, rather than one you fit to A pillar..?
It has both
where do you recommend for me to install the multimedia in Brisbane? Thanks
I don't really have any recommendations sorry - I would look up car audio visual shops and find one with a good rating.
@@MotoringBoxTVthanks
Will this fit a Hyundai 120 2011? Or should I buy the 9 inch version?
I saw a few ads for 9" units for that model i20. I am no expert through so see what's available!
please send a link to get the ralliart splash screen and how to load it, TIA!
Might be able to upload the image file somewhere. Give me a day or so and I'll see what I can do!
Check this link for the files: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1JcR7N7PX9rRCC6CMwqfumbRmBlI8uw2_?usp=sharing
I don't have access to the head unit currently, but you can transfer them to the head unit via USB, or by downloading your email app (gmail, outlook etc) and emailing the files to yourself. Give it a shot and if you need further help let me know.
would this head unit fit a magna tj 2001?
Yes.... This video is a TJ
Hey mate, sad I have to say this but I'd be a bit careful putting up your location... might not be much but you have just given a 1 in 10 house chance for anyone trying to do u harm... knowing you also have a garage attached to your property also would narrow it down even further and u have some nice cars some grub might want to pinch.
Your community seems decent enough, but people are a little messed up these days. Better safe than sorry...
a work around this would to say "direction to Brisbane airport from Westfield shopping centre." Or whatever... just not from your location.
If u have read this, absolutely love the magna content! You and Rex are giving mitsubishi the love they deserve❤️
It was a spoofed location 👍
@@MotoringBoxTV excellent work!! One step ahead already.
Would hate to see the next video "well everything was stolen"
Hello,
I use this unit since a view weeks, and I like it very much! One problem, though: The volume is really loud. I set it at start at “3” and it is loud enough. Do I 4 or 5 it is much too loud already! Is this normal? It is really a small range to adjust! Do you have a hint how to change this? Thanks, and greetings from Austria!
In the settings there is an option to choose what volume the unit has when it turns on - I'm not sure if you've tried that. I haven't had any issues with mine. You might be able to play around with the EQ to quieten it down a bit.
That unit looks really good. On the aerial thing: if you have a spare factory button space on the dash somewhere, grab a button from a wreckers. You can intercept the aerial power through it, and to anyone it just looks factory but to you who knows, it controls the aerial.
I did that with the handbrake switch on my head unit. A second fog light switch in a factory spare hole is now my "handbrake". If I spend some more time doing wiring things, I'll be able to make it light up with the headlight illumination and the on/off indicator light.
I put in an antenna switch in my EF Fairmont because I didn't want it going up and down all the time - I didn't have a blank spot on the dash sadly so I hid it under the centre stack in front of the gear selector - it wasn't the neatest install but it's hidden and it does the job!
So far, it's the front runner for me!
Sean, do you know if this unit supports the turning lines on the reverse camera? Not a massive concern, but trying to maintain the features of my vehicle! PS. I'm in the Goldie! 👍
I think it'll do lines, but not turning. That would be difficult without knowing all the vehicle specs, current steering wheel input, etc
@@MotoringBoxTV Thanks mate! You're up early! 😁