$146 9" Plug and Play Radio for Dodge Ram 1500+ || Apple CarPlay + Android Auto

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  • čas přidán 18. 02. 2023
  • This thing rocks for the price! I think filming on my phone really slowed down the CarPlay segment. It's a solid option for the price. Check out the links below if you are interested in one and ask questions, I'll answer them!
    Headunit (DO NOT BUY THE $117 ONE! YOU WILL NOT GET CARPLAY. MY MODEL IS THE C1, THE $142 ONE): www.aliexpress.us/item/325680...
    Amazon Version (I have not bought it, so don't know if it's the exact same): amzn.to/3EiseQB
    RCA Connectors: amzn.to/3S8hZUJ
    Screen Protector (recommend): amzn.to/3Kkkykt
    T-Taps: amzn.to/3EH0LZd
    Firmware Update!: drive.google.com/drive/folder...
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Komentáře • 719

  • @socalexpeditions
    @socalexpeditions  Před rokem +12

    PLEASE READ THIS FOR MORE INFO & TROUBLESHOOTING
    I ordered the 2nd model! C1 Model! I wouldn’t hesitate to purchase the 4g or higher versions either. Do NOT purchase the cheapest, you will not get CarPlay! Scroll down on the Alibaba listing to find all the models.
    NEW MODELS! If you are reading this, you likely do NOT have to do the canbus update or splice for the reverse camera!
    Is it not turning on? PLUG IN THE SMALL BLACK CANBUS BOX THEY INCLUDE! This black box isn't labeled Ram, but it is required! PLUG IT IN.
    If you cannot get the firmware update to go through, make sure you have selected the Canbus Type (the part where I click 2003.dajielong) BEFORE updating. Update it once, and even if it doesn’t go, disconnect and reconnect the positive on the battery (or unplug and replug in the headunit). Keep doing this until it goes.
    If your audio quality isn’t great, do not touch to low ASP. Leave it at 0, and use the DSP to make adjustments. If you use the ASP for lows, it will sound like garbage!
    If your camera is in the rearview and you want to mirror it on the headunit, you will need to splice into Pin 8 & 9 on the harness found on the passenger side. Pop off the trim panel piece to the right of the A/C unit (not on the door!). The harness is found in the middle. Pin 8 is positive, pin 9 is negative.

    • @jakeccr
      @jakeccr Před rokem

      Thank you, allowing OEM unlocking worked the first time

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před rokem

      @@jakeccr No problem, glad it's all working!

    • @richardbrewer2542
      @richardbrewer2542 Před rokem

      So what wiring harness did you use?

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před rokem

      @@richardbrewer2542 The one provided. This headunit doesn’t require any additional purchases other than an RCA splice for the back up camera.

    • @johnc6798
      @johnc6798 Před 11 měsíci +1

      Is there a wiring diagram for this? I have a four pin female USB and a four pin female mini USB (marches male mini USB in truck), but only one four pin slot on the head unit. Any help would be appreciated.

  • @joselozano1145
    @joselozano1145 Před rokem +12

    This is a great review. Fast, simple, straight to the point, and all the important questions are answered great job man.

  • @Waitwhat158
    @Waitwhat158 Před rokem +5

    YOU SAVED MY MONEY!! I am so grateful that you made this video and somehow found this product! I appreciate you and will most definitely subscribe to your channel 🙏🏽

  • @bobbyfinley6104
    @bobbyfinley6104 Před 9 měsíci +4

    One of the best ram 1500 head unit how-to's ive come across so far i would keep the original title and simply add at the end of the title "FOR DUMMIES" lol its that thorough and easy

  • @Letsdoittv67
    @Letsdoittv67 Před rokem +3

    I did things in reverse and ordered it first and then watched your video 😂 hopefully I’ll like it. Thank you for uploading a video on it.

    • @matthewkham
      @matthewkham Před 8 měsíci +1

      How did it turn out?

    • @Letsdoittv67
      @Letsdoittv67 Před 8 měsíci +1

      @@matthewkham little glitchy, but overall good for the most part.

  • @Hunkules_
    @Hunkules_ Před rokem +2

    Thanks for the video and info! I’ve been looking to replace the stock unit in my 2015 Ram 1500 and have not been able to find any decent plug-n-play options. Just ordered this one 🤙🏼

  • @boonesrockoutdoors6710
    @boonesrockoutdoors6710 Před měsícem

    This unit just popped up on my Ali app for $109… this video just sold it to me. Thanks for the great review.

  • @michaelvoorhis8209
    @michaelvoorhis8209 Před rokem

    thanks a lot for all the info and the firm update ! that was a huge help getting my radio setup.

  • @Thames_TV
    @Thames_TV Před rokem +3

    I was able to update the firmware after 20 or so attempts powering off and on with the head units power cable. My final attempt where I saw success was after driving around my block for a few minutes then parking and trying again without powering off. I’m unsure if that’s the trick but it started working and then I followed the remaining steps provided in the video.
    Also, the rear view camera works perfectly for my truck which used the same pin out mentioned.

  • @Mikey-ii7cq
    @Mikey-ii7cq Před 28 dny

    I pulled the plug and bought this through Aliexpress, 1st thing is you cannot beat the price, even the guy I paid to install it was impressed at how well it worked FOR THE PRICE! I can vouch for the speed but at times it is LAGGY in connecting to Android auto. I've only had it a couple of weeks so if it takes a crap or or anything like that I will Def update my comment. Other than that THANK YOU for posting this vid, it worked out pretty awesome!

  • @brandonbruce5571
    @brandonbruce5571 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Just ordered the C1 and so far it works great. I have a 2013 RAM 1500 ST. My truck didn’t come with a reverse camera so I am trying to add that.

    • @randymccoy2527
      @randymccoy2527 Před 3 měsíci

      Does car play work correctly? I have a 2015 and looking into buying this headunit

  • @rickyc-bolt2331
    @rickyc-bolt2331 Před 8 měsíci

    Immediate thumbs up for the mustache

  • @markguida5551
    @markguida5551 Před rokem +3

    Dude...I was digging and digging for something like this, tried a couple of 'portable' units that were total trash. I ended up returning both and just bit the bullet and gave the Amazon version of this unit a shot. It does not disappoint! I was able to install it over lunch even with the lack of instructions in the instruction manual! I still have to hack into the wiring harness on the side of the dash to get my backup cam out of the mirror and into this display, but it automatically recognizes when I'm in reverse and switches to the rear cam input and also the supplied canbus adapter manages to keep the Park Sense beeps, though not the same sounds as factory I did not have to order extra harnesses from Crutchfield. At this point I'd give it a 4.5 out of 5 simply due to the meh plastic quality of the bezel....DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE SCREWS.

    • @xaviergarcia6229
      @xaviergarcia6229 Před rokem

      You ordered the one in the link above from Amazon I think I’m about to order it how do you like it

    • @PostB.
      @PostB. Před 7 měsíci

      did you end up buying?@@xaviergarcia6229

    • @giftedgiver8632
      @giftedgiver8632 Před 5 měsíci

      What year and trim do you have? I have a 2020 tradesman classic

    • @markguida5551
      @markguida5551 Před 5 měsíci

      2014 Tradesmen

  • @MoparHollics
    @MoparHollics Před rokem +2

    Just came across your video great video how has the head unit been working for you? I'm thinking of ordering one for my Ram thanks for the video 👍

  • @rcaddix5259
    @rcaddix5259 Před 9 měsíci +3

    I ordered the same exact one.. now they have the Video out already pinned into the harness to those brown wires... you also has a Video input wire going to the head unit with 2 blue non stripped wires sticking out.... thats where you can now plug in the rear camera without splicing, the 2 blue wires is the antennas for the wifi... so now the C1 is totally plug & play... I just hate the picture quality but it works for hooking up my camper

  • @user-ro4xk2zz8b
    @user-ro4xk2zz8b Před 10 měsíci

    Your video was great. On this unit you don`t have GPS. And did you check into the Andriod 12 carplay with GPS , trying to see which one I want for my 2018 Ram 1500 SLT.

  • @MalBeats
    @MalBeats Před 9 hodinami

    The genius thing about these is they come with everything you need in the kit. The price makes it seem too good to be true

  • @davedrakes7566
    @davedrakes7566 Před 5 měsíci +2

    This video is awesome! Can you tell me or go into detail about where the RCAs in the back connect to each other (apart from the RCA for the back up camera). It's a tad confusing. Also, do you have any advice for why the volume up and down (and all the buttons) on the left had edge of the screen aren't working? Lastly, I can't seem to get the can bus upgrade to go through. I follow all the prompts and hit the last confirm but it just idles on the start screen. And advice?

  • @chrisgeorge97
    @chrisgeorge97 Před 4 měsíci +1

    I just want to mention to everyone that mine just arrived today. I bought it two weeks ago and it was scheduled to arrive 10 days later than now. I live in the east coast so if this is your situation, don’t be surprised if it arrive early.

  • @FixitFelix529
    @FixitFelix529 Před 8 měsíci

    Thanks dude 👍🏻

  • @shawnwimberly5586
    @shawnwimberly5586 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Hey man. Great review! I just got one of these style units for my Ram. I saw a comment that says it won't use the factory mic for phone calls. Where did you put the mic that's included at? It's quite large and ugly, not really wanting it to be somewhere completely visible. Thanks.

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Man I forgot where I put it since I sold the truck. Wherever it was, it sucked. The aftermarket mic was terrible from day 1. I’d suggest getting a new mic and using that and looking online for places to hide it.

  • @timsullivan9252
    @timsullivan9252 Před rokem

    Did you have to buy anything else to get it to mount into the dash? Or did it mount with just the stuff that came with it? I appreciate if your able to answer good vid buddy.

  • @azmaz73
    @azmaz73 Před 10 měsíci

    Hey man, again great writeups! I just received this unit and for the most part its great, but i do have couple questions, hopefully you can help me with. 1. Did you get both 6pin and 4pin usb connectors working? My 6-pin usb connector works just fine, but i'm using that for front dash cam dvr, so cant use it for anything else, in which case i was hoping to use the 4pin connector, to be able to connect my iphone in, or have it be available for firmware updates. However i cant get it working. First i used the included mini-usb 4pin cable to connect it factory wiring (im assuming thats why they included it), so i can just use the stock usb connector on the usb hub, thats in the center console, but it doesnt work. Tried the second usbA cable they provided, so i can just connect directly into it, bypassing factory usb wirking, but it also doesnt seem to be working. Does yours work? 2. Have you figured out how to factory reset the unit? The pinhole button on the front, doesnt reset it, but only reboots it. 3. is there an easier way to get out of the carplay mode (not just out of the carplay screen)? It looks like once carplay is connected and BT is dedicated to carplay only, there is no easy way to switch BT back out of carplay and to the units BT app. The only way i found it to manually enable the wifi, which will kick the BT out of carplay. 4. And finally do you by chance have the instructions for this unit? They didnt provide any, and i dont think i really need them, but would still be nice to look over. Thanks!

    • @jmarg76
      @jmarg76 Před 10 měsíci

      Ever figure this out? I have similar questions. I thought I'd be able to use the mini-usb connector to the factory wiring for carplay, but none of them work. Assuming I'll have to run the 2 USB connectors...but to where? There's a factory USB port on the dash, I was thinking of trying to replace that with one of the supplied USBA cables.

  • @dericklebron7962
    @dericklebron7962 Před 9 měsíci

    Nice video 👍

  • @bmor7270
    @bmor7270 Před rokem +1

    Nice video, Thanks! Where did you get those phone mounts on top of the dash?

  • @LAKOMTUBE
    @LAKOMTUBE Před rokem

    I have a 2015 Ram 1500 Express been searching for year for a review u like this. My question is can I hooked with an aftermarket backup camera ? Because my truck does not come with it. How is sound quality and GPS ? Thank you will save me hundreds of bucks. I do appreciate it

  • @hermansantiago245
    @hermansantiago245 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Leeocar brand is pretty good. Ans its an 8 core. Its pretty much plug and play. I have a 2018 ram1500 tradesman with just basic radio and rear view back up cam. If you wanna use existing camera the wires are in the side of dash remove the panel passenger side. Green wire orange stipe is negative and geeen brown wire is positive the inner wire in rca cable. I like the included micro usb hook up all my usb are working.

    • @huhproductions6124
      @huhproductions6124 Před měsícem

      Hello, so you cut the factory wires and wired them into the radio for the rear view camera so now it no longer displays the camera in the rear view mirror??

  • @brandonbruce5571
    @brandonbruce5571 Před 3 měsíci

    Ya, working well so far

  • @rplozano
    @rplozano Před 9 měsíci

    Great video, do you have issue w echo on phone calls? Truck side sounds great, caller side has terrible echo, I used the ext mic they sent w unit.

  • @RedNineTeen
    @RedNineTeen Před 9 měsíci

    I got the bighorn ram and the screen is okay but I feel like it could be better definitely want to do something like this

  • @joshsummers1280
    @joshsummers1280 Před 10 dny

    I’m seeing mixed reviews in the oem reverse cam needing to be spliced in. Do you know if there is multiple ways to do this? If not I believe I have the same set up as you where I need to splice. Where did you get the info on the pins to splice into?

  • @markprior8566
    @markprior8566 Před 8 měsíci

    Thanks for the video man, one question that would help me a ton is I can’t get the backlights for the buttons (volume, power, home etc) to stay on, where do you navigate in settings to keep them on?

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před 8 měsíci

      They only stay on when your headlights turn on.

    • @jr11056
      @jr11056 Před 2 měsíci +1

      Go to car settings, general, scroll down to “Illumine Detect” and turn it off. That worked for me and the lights should stay on now.👍🏽

  • @jesterfubar
    @jesterfubar Před 6 měsíci

    Great video!!! Your RCA cable. Did you buy that somewhere? Or did you use a random 1 and cut it open? I did that with a random domain RCA cable I have and the 2 wires inside look a lot thinner than yours.

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před 6 měsíci

      Check the description of this video

    • @jesterfubar
      @jesterfubar Před 6 měsíci

      Thank you. I did and just purchased it. How about setting the default screen? Every time I start my truck it goes to Navi. Not the home screen. That does bother me. Thanks again and great content.

  • @senorzin
    @senorzin Před rokem

    Just bought this unit and I'm pleasantly surprised with the quality of it. I know you've probably answered this question a thousand times, but I cannot get the USB cables to work. Also, do you know if there is a way to have the RAM logo displayed on the unit? Thanks

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před rokem

      the USB cables included? i used one of the two, plugged into the back of the headunit and works no problem. You can upload photos to a usb drive, then plug it into the usb, go to gallery, find the picture on the usb drive, and hold down on it to change the wallpaper

  • @danielzaccardo4035
    @danielzaccardo4035 Před rokem

    great video! does the stock microphone work for calls?

  • @davedrakes7566
    @davedrakes7566 Před 5 měsíci

    Great video! Are you able to maintain connection to the head unit through the USB in the arm rest storage? Curious if that will still work and be function.

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před 5 měsíci

      Negative, that wont work anymore with the headunit.

    • @davedrakes7566
      @davedrakes7566 Před 5 měsíci

      That's a bummer...... I wonder if there's a way to splice the connector cluster in the arm rest to a USB out cable that they supply. @@socalexpeditions

  • @gunnerschumacher6217
    @gunnerschumacher6217 Před 10 měsíci

    On the backup camera that comes with it where does the little red wire go to?

  • @Munirtowing
    @Munirtowing Před 8 měsíci +2

    Nice video thanks you I just wondering how to fix the microphone on CarPlay there is really bad mic quality

    • @chrisgeorge97
      @chrisgeorge97 Před 4 měsíci

      You have to buy in aftermarket one, it’s plug in play do look for something with same plug. He had a good link to one in a video he made, not sure which video

  • @user-dz6ce1to1k
    @user-dz6ce1to1k Před 4 měsíci

    Hey brotha. I was wondering if you have any troubleshooting on the car play? It’s not connecting anymore. Wired it’ll say it’s connecting and then the charger will loose connection and then regain connection and so on. As far as the wireless, Bluetooth works and will play music but it’ll never connect to CarPlay. Any tips?

  • @BMTbrack
    @BMTbrack Před 10 měsíci +1

    I’m requesting that you make a quick video covering the wiring on your head unit. Pretty sure I wired everything correct, getting a total black screen. Would clear up a lot of confusion for a lot of people based off the comments. Thanks

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před 10 měsíci +1

      Plug in the black CanBox box that was included.

    • @vinnytasker2455
      @vinnytasker2455 Před 4 měsíci

      mannnn i wired mine up n i didn’t get any sound

  • @jessv3917
    @jessv3917 Před rokem

    TYVM, I bought and installed a ATOTO S8 Pro gen 2 and I cannot get the factory backup camera to work. I will try this splicing method. I have purchased Fakra cables but I do not think the rear camera is running through either of these from the factory. Thank you again.

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před rokem +1

      Hope you get it working!

    • @jessv3917
      @jessv3917 Před rokem

      @@socalexpeditions Thank you, I will let you know if it works!!

  • @jimleoni5557
    @jimleoni5557 Před rokem +2

    *** Update 9/4/2023: Worked perfectly for 3 months, then just stopped booting up. *** Thanks for a great review. I just ordered one of these based on your video. I had an S100 plug and play in my 2015 Ram 1500 Express. It was OK (expensive... $400) but the sound was poor and it stopped working after 2 years. This looks like a better option and you can't beat the price. Hope it lasts. Did you use the internal or external Microphone?

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před rokem

      External. It’s recommend picking up a better microphone off Amazon

    • @Gstevenz1
      @Gstevenz1 Před 10 měsíci

      How do you like the unit ?

  • @matiosmac
    @matiosmac Před 11 měsíci

    good video! question is the aux and usb in the glove box in the third seat still working? do we have to intervene?

  • @user-kt9lr8ms1w
    @user-kt9lr8ms1w Před 8 měsíci

    amazing video i am looking to buy this same one. I noticed you said with android youtube and netflix will work. Will netflix not work with an iphone connected?

  • @edgarcia7153
    @edgarcia7153 Před 6 měsíci

    Do the volume knobs work? Because it's not working for me. I did get the A/C model. BUt knobs don't work NOr does Spotify

  • @chrisgeorge97
    @chrisgeorge97 Před 3 měsíci

    Hey, so I purchased and installed the c1 and my issue is Bluetooth and wired connection dropping. It can work for the whole drive or drop several times throughout the drive. Any ideas of what’s wrong? I did not download what you recommended but I don’t think that would be the fix

  • @kingtchr1
    @kingtchr1 Před rokem +1

    Ordered the radio two weeks ago. Got it Friday. Installed it this morning. All Plug and play. I'm assuming they added the a software u[upgrade since this video was posted. All works fine. You will need to tweak the setting a bit. Didn't have to splice the wires for the back up camera. All Works so far. AM radio a bit week. But seems fine. Ill update in month or so
    Update: All is well. I installed the steering wheel voluminous buttons. wasn't hard. Worked correctly and I didn't need to edit in the radio at all. Thanks again @socalexpeditions

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před rokem

      They might have tweaked it now! I shared a ton of info with them on things to fix.

    • @kingtchr1
      @kingtchr1 Před rokem

      @@socalexpeditions Then they did what you said. Thank you!!!!

    • @BigBlue579
      @BigBlue579 Před 11 měsíci

      How did you plug the camera in then? I can’t get mine to work

    • @kingtchr1
      @kingtchr1 Před 11 měsíci

      @@BigBlue579 I just plugged in as it came. I have a feeling that not models are the same actual stereo. I thought i was going to have to splice into the wires like the video. I tried it w/o splicing and it works fine. I could be a setup in the actual unit as well.

    • @garyarrington9071
      @garyarrington9071 Před 10 měsíci +1

      @@kingtchr1 I'm not sure what you mean by "I just plugged it in as it came". Can you elaborate?

  • @QSSCEO
    @QSSCEO Před 4 měsíci

    Thank you so much... didn't want to do away with the oem rear camera.... Any idea how to add a front camera? Does ANYONE know how to add a front camera?

  • @user-kr6eo9zm4v
    @user-kr6eo9zm4v Před 3 dny

    Any link for a uograded back uo vamera that fits in the tailgate like the factory? The one it came with does not have enough length to be flush to the tailgate...

  • @stevephiillips2906
    @stevephiillips2906 Před rokem +1

    So no shit, 3 weeks of attempting the canbox upgrade 5-10 times a day and it finally took. I’m mind blown

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před rokem

      It's so weird man, I'm glad it finally went through for you. No more reverse beeping?

    • @stevephiillips2906
      @stevephiillips2906 Před rokem

      I actually ended up desoldering the speaker in the canbox module so I’m unsure but I’m liking the head unit, definitely a good purchase, still playing with settings and customization. Wireless CarPlay is awesome

  • @thenewtontribe8465
    @thenewtontribe8465 Před rokem +2

    Will this work on a 2021 Ram 2500 Big Horn?

  • @jskare23
    @jskare23 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Was your RCA splice (for OEM backup camera) provided with the stereo and where did you plug the RCA into? I don't see a connection on the radio for it

    • @jonathangoley2359
      @jonathangoley2359 Před 10 měsíci

      I’m having the same problem. Someone have a solution on where to plug in the RCA from OE wires?

    • @rcaddix5259
      @rcaddix5259 Před 9 měsíci +1

      Its the yellow RCA that has the 2 small blue wires, you plug that into the stereo then the OUT yellow RCA to the IN yellow RCA Video from the harness... the 2 blue wires is the wifi antennas dont cut them...... Dont plug it into the AuUX video the camera will only work on AUX

  • @user-sd8uh6gf6w
    @user-sd8uh6gf6w Před 8 měsíci

    Hey love the video, I got the same one thanks to your video. Do you know how to get WiFi working ?

  • @timothyburnell
    @timothyburnell Před 6 měsíci

    Were you able to connect multiple cameras to the head unit? Also I upgraded the microphone but people are saying it is hard to hear me although I can hear them fine. Any work around in settings for that?

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před 6 měsíci

      I didn’t try connecting a front cam to this unit. The mic is so bad that it comes with - I recommend an aftermarket one.

  • @jim6425
    @jim6425 Před rokem +2

    I found your video when looking for how to hook up the OEM backup camera on a ram 1500. It was very helpful for finding the correct wires in the OEM harness, and I hooked mine up the same way you did. (My android is a little different version than yours). Where/how did you plug in the RCA cable you spliced in? I plugged mine into the yellow jack labeled "camera" (the one that has the short WiFi antennas on it). But I must be missing something, because when I go into reverse, some guide lines appear, but there is no video. So where does the RCA jack from line 31 and line 32 plug into, and did you have to run any additional lines to it?

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před rokem

      That camera pin from the main harness is for a front camera. There should be a separate cable that is included, a yellow female rca cable for you to plug into the headunit. Thats where the splice rca goes

    • @jim6425
      @jim6425 Před rokem +1

      @@socalexpeditions Thanks for the reply! That is the one I am using (the separate cable input) but still no video. When putting the truck in reverse there are only the built-in guide lines and a black screen. Should there be any power connections to the OEM camera (such as is shown with third party cameras)? All I have hooked up to the OEM camera is line 31 and 32 going to the single rca cable input.

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před rokem

      @@jim6425 Nope that’s all. Did the rear view camera always show on the headunit before? Did you double check your splice to see if it made contact through the wire shield

    • @jim6425
      @jim6425 Před rokem

      @@socalexpeditions Ok then, I thought I might have left something out. The android head unit replaced the uConnect 5 that died. The reverse always worked on the uConnect, even after everything else stopped working. I appreciate your help and it sounds like I have it wired like yours. Must be something else.

    • @jmarg76
      @jmarg76 Před 10 měsíci +1

      ​@@jim6425you ever figure out how to get the OEM camera working? I'm having the same issue

  • @drunyon08
    @drunyon08 Před 4 měsíci

    What about Bluetooth audio? Do you have to use there stuff or can factory stuff be used?

  • @RamMan2016
    @RamMan2016 Před rokem

    I’m curious now. I don’t use SiriusXM anymore, don’t really use navigation anymore either and would love CarPlay. I have the 8.4” UConnect, will the unit you reviewed work with my truck?

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před rokem +1

      I’m not entirely sure, as long as the dash piece lines up. Contact the seller on Alibaba and verify that it will work. I only have experience with the 5” headunit.

    • @RamMan2016
      @RamMan2016 Před rokem

      @@socalexpeditions thanks!

  • @user-iw6qx7yz1g
    @user-iw6qx7yz1g Před 5 měsíci

    I’m having trouble getting image from my factory camera, do you know what can I do?

  • @IncentiveTo
    @IncentiveTo Před rokem

    I was very excited to replace my 8.4 Uconnect that is giving me grief. I ordered the radio, went to put it in and discovered that I have a different dash configuration. The three knobs I have are not in a line and also have aditional buttons in the area...uggg. Now I guess I will see how their return policy is.

    • @IncentiveTo
      @IncentiveTo Před rokem +1

      I had the exact same issue. The will not refund. On the bright side I believe I fixed my 8.4 . In my mind there had to ba some sort of battery inside the radio to keep the CMOS alive, I was wrong, there is not. However when I took it apart I think by reseeting the display and other parts it stopped the glitching. I have not had any issues since,.... going on 3 weeks now. BEWARE dealing with aliexpress. See my other post. Let us know if you received a refund.

  • @dylanhens6966
    @dylanhens6966 Před rokem

    Will this work on a 2023 1500 with the small ucommect 5 in POS?

  • @GoschFordLM
    @GoschFordLM Před 11 měsíci

    Mine works great thanks! Only issue I am having is the USB in the carpet mentions next to the driver seat stopped working. Any ideas why that would have happened?

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před 11 měsíci

      No idea. Some people have reported the usb’s in the center console have stopped working for carplay. They should still charge though

  • @maguire9496
    @maguire9496 Před dnem

    My wired cables don’t work? Do you know if anything, super late response my bad 😅

  • @TheYsanchez
    @TheYsanchez Před rokem

    Good job! Can u help with a Laramie also can u make a video showing during the day to see how bright it is, thank you

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před rokem +1

      Not sure about Laramie, don’t have one. But should be relatively the same. Yes I can, is plenty bright

    • @TheYsanchez
      @TheYsanchez Před rokem +2

      @@socalexpeditions I bought the linkswell and removed it because it was so dim I couldn’t see the screen during the day

  • @Dezero
    @Dezero Před 8 měsíci

    i installed this and was hoping it would use the factory microphone. do you know if this is possible or do i have to use the one that came with the head unit. its terrible.

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před 8 měsíci

      Nope, won’t work with factory. That’s the downside to the cheap headunit

  • @Kadewebster14
    @Kadewebster14 Před 3 měsíci

    Where do you hook up the rca form the reverse camera too?

  • @AdrenalineGoons
    @AdrenalineGoons Před rokem +1

    Did it also come with a backup camera? If so can you use the factory camera as you stated and use the camera it came with for a cargo or front camera so you have two?

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před rokem

      Yes it did! And yes, I believe you can.

    • @KL-ml4xw
      @KL-ml4xw Před rokem

      That is an excellent idea. I was honestly just thinking about how you could use the camera it comes with, I was thinking forward facing but I am not sure why I would really need that. A cargo camera makes much more sense. One option comes with a 360* camera but Im sure it would need to be mounted on the top of the cab and I am not crazy about that idea.

  • @KL-ml4xw
    @KL-ml4xw Před rokem

    How are you swapping between floor vents and dash vents? I have buttons for the defrost but I do not for vent controls and have to use the screen interface.

    • @connordupont
      @connordupont Před 10 měsíci

      This won't work for your vehicle

  • @whittcondit7341
    @whittcondit7341 Před 5 měsíci

    Can’t find my truck in the vehicle settings for CANbus. please help.

  • @terransmith8908
    @terransmith8908 Před 3 měsíci

    How do I tap into the reverse camera if mine is on my rear view mirror

  • @Bigmacc75
    @Bigmacc75 Před 5 měsíci

    Can you show on your unit we're all the plugs go...please I'm 62 and like the unit. Just don't want to screw up the plugs in back of the radio. Also which USB cable you can use to wifi, the other for USB memory stick. Also you the factory USB and the Avx work in the arm console. Or do you need aftermarket board for the USB and the avx to work. Which I have.
    Ram 1500 2014 truck.

  • @stephenpalazziii9875
    @stephenpalazziii9875 Před 8 dny

    My wireless CarPlay has a glitch where there are small tics in the audio when your service gets better or worse as in any time a bar goes up or down

  • @dbrock0031
    @dbrock0031 Před rokem

    Does this use the factory backup camera? Any other wiring adapter needed besides what you have linked?

    • @BAMaher
      @BAMaher Před 6 měsíci +1

      Going based off of the video, to use your factory camera you need an RCA splice on the positive and negative wire going to the camera. I ordered this head unit and the cable he has linked in the description. I will update you on ehow verything goes.

  • @akabjones88
    @akabjones88 Před 10 měsíci

    Ok, I have the back up camera working, but on the left side of the screen theres a view of a vehicle from overhead with proximity lines. Any idea what setting removes that from the screen?

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před 10 měsíci

      It's something with the parking sensors/parking lines/backup sensors. I forgot the exact setting. Check under "Original Car Agreement."

  • @vanover69
    @vanover69 Před rokem

    Great video! I have the smallest factory radio, did you start with smallest or the 8.4? just wondering if the wiring will be similar on my 2019 Ram1500 classic

  • @ScottHubina
    @ScottHubina Před 6 měsíci

    I have the auto ac version, do you know if I can control the setting through the screen ? I haven’t figured it out yet. Mainly want to know because the 8.4 oem screen I was able to select max ac and direct the heat it to my liking. I hope it has this capability.

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před 6 měsíci

      Try selecting different car models on the canbus selection to see if any offer the on-screen ac controls. You should still stay under the same hiworld canbus selection.

  • @johnc6798
    @johnc6798 Před rokem

    I came across your video and decided to order one for my Ram 2500. Are you aware of any aftermarket reverse cameras that will work with this unit? My truck didn't come with a factory camera, so I plan to add one.

    • @usasoccergoalie
      @usasoccergoalie Před 11 měsíci

      My ram 1500 unit came with a back up cam for me to install . Maybe yours will also

    • @redwolf2826
      @redwolf2826 Před 11 měsíci

      It comes with one

  • @BryanMorales-vd5zx
    @BryanMorales-vd5zx Před 2 měsíci

    I bought it for a Toyota Tacoma but my factory camera doesn’t show it only shows the lines

  • @michaelhernandez4031
    @michaelhernandez4031 Před rokem

    Where do you buy this stereo I want for my ram 1500 limited

  • @HemiJB91
    @HemiJB91 Před 6 dny

    Wish you did a install video

  • @andresniederhofer8602
    @andresniederhofer8602 Před 9 měsíci

    Quick question, how bad is the glare during the sun? Can still the screen and all? And does it dim with the headlights? Or just always super bright at night?

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před 9 měsíci +1

      No glare in the sun to be honest, not that I have noticed. It is BRIGHT in the day. And it does dim, but even at the lowest brightness setting sometimes I can find it to be a bit bright.

  • @joshuastafford8754
    @joshuastafford8754 Před 18 dny

    Will this work on a 2015 2500 tradesman for a backup camera

  • @user-dz6ce1to1k
    @user-dz6ce1to1k Před 11 měsíci

    Hey brotha I’m stuck. First off I love it. It’s everything I was looking for. But my only issue is a can’t figure out my reverse camera. I was using your tutorial and I noticed that my wiring harness is a tad different. I don’t have wires in the 31 and 32. I can’t attach pictures but if you look up pbt-gf15 ram you’ll find my plug. I have a 2013 3500. I just can’t get pictures to show. I thought I had it but when I tied it in and threw it in reverse it didn’t show. Maybe I plugged the rca adaptor in the wrong spot. I’m not sure though. Please help though. Thanks man.

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před 11 měsíci

      You just need to find which ones are your reverse camera wires on your harness. Then test which one is positive. I tried looking up your model year to find the headunit pinout diagram but had no luck. I'll try searching again later to see if I find it. For the reverse camera, it should plug into the singular yellow RCA cable, which is not apart of any harness.

  • @richardluppens2582
    @richardluppens2582 Před rokem

    I see you spliced the connection for the oem back up camera but it is a male plug the harness I received has a male plug also, what did you plug in into

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před rokem

      Use the individual wire that has a female plug. It’s not apart of the harness

  • @Jay-lf6ox
    @Jay-lf6ox Před 10 měsíci

    What color lights are the touch buttons on the side? Also can you upgrade the camera with a third party camera?

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před 10 měsíci +1

      Blue-ish white. And yes you can add whatever camera you want as long as it’s rca spliced

  • @jacobm9574
    @jacobm9574 Před 7 měsíci

    I got the $260 model. I should have got the one you have because I can’t find the update and can’t find the make and model screen for my steering wheel controls. But everything else works mint. Just trying to figure out the back up camera now. Is there a way to make the volume buttons light up? It’s hard to see them at night! Thanks for all your help

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před 7 měsíci

      You need to select the canbus model. That way it can read the bcm and know when the trucks headlights are on to shift over into night mode. The SWC and backup camera should work after you select that

    • @jacobm9574
      @jacobm9574 Před 7 měsíci

      @@socalexpeditions I got the lights to show when headlights turn on just figured that out.
      I tried the code you gave for the factory password but nothing happens. Still no luck trying to get the steering wheel volume buttons working. Any advice?
      And my backup camera, the one that came factory, do I use the 2 brown wires and use those to splice into the pin 31 and 32? My unit didn’t come with the rca cable. And if that’s what I need, I’ll order it, but where do I plug it in?
      Thanks again for your help.

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před 7 měsíci +1

      @@jacobm9574 Shoot me a message on Instagram, lets figure this out.
      @socalexpeditions

    • @jacobm9574
      @jacobm9574 Před 7 měsíci

      @@socalexpeditions @mcc600lt I sent u a msg

  • @joeymucha09
    @joeymucha09 Před rokem

    Quick question if your able to help at all. I put into reverse and the lines appear but no camera. I tapped into the same wires but have not done can bus update if that matters

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před rokem

      Double check you got the positive and negative right and your splices are making contact.

  • @caseyvess41
    @caseyvess41 Před rokem

    Hey, thanks for the great Video.
    I was wondering if the climate control works on the head unit?
    I have a bighorn 2016 Ram. It has duel auto A/C. I Will lose the physical buttons if I put this trim piece in. So I want to make sure I have access to that feature.

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před rokem

      No, this headunit will not work for you. No climate controls on screen.

    • @caseyvess41
      @caseyvess41 Před rokem

      @@socalexpeditions thanks for getting back to me. It probably becomes a little tedious responding all the time :-) but I couldn't find any information from the manufacturer. Thanks and appreciate the video but especially the response.

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před rokem

      @@caseyvess41 No worries at all! I wish I could say this would work for dual ac people, but I haven't found a can bus setting that allows it.

  • @edecc56
    @edecc56 Před 10 měsíci

    Does this radio have rca connections for an aftermarket amplifier ? Just worried about sound quality.. have original 5in radio with a loc for aftermarket sub

  • @Oscarbreezy
    @Oscarbreezy Před rokem +2

    Name of the screen plz…

  • @czarallen
    @czarallen Před 5 měsíci

    When I turn on/off the headlights, or when they come on/off automatically, the CarLink disconnects. Does anyone else have this problem?

  • @adamsutton-sd5cl
    @adamsutton-sd5cl Před rokem

    And is it still holding up a couple weeks down the road? I’ve seen some comments in other videos saying their screen died a few days after install

  • @edeardsvoid5609
    @edeardsvoid5609 Před rokem

    Any issue getting your rear parking assist sensors to work? I have a picture, but lost the backup beep

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před rokem

      I dont have parking sensors so I cannot report on that. There is a setting for sensor beep you can toggle on and off. You can also try different car models too to see if another modes fixes it

  • @EricCopp
    @EricCopp Před 7 měsíci

    Is there any way to edit the Home Screen layout? I don’t want the default audio player that’s on the bottom right of the Home Screen. I would like to customize it to my liking.

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před 7 měsíci

      Yes watch the other video I have on it. You can choose different launchers in the settings.

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před 7 měsíci

      Also you can hold down on things to move them around and/or delete them, just like a phone.

  • @chubzgonewild9143
    @chubzgonewild9143 Před 11 měsíci

    Not sure if you already answered this, but can you wire it into the factory console usb so you don’t have to route a female usb port through the little cubby hole?

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před 11 měsíci

      Negative. But I would just instead use wireless CarPlay, charge off the factory usb in the center console, and install the provided usb in that cubby hole so you can upload stuff to it or have the option of wired CarPlay or another phone charger.

  • @torresraymond26
    @torresraymond26 Před 7 měsíci

    Can’t get the the drive to download onto the radio from the usb

  • @michaelgarey8611
    @michaelgarey8611 Před 10 měsíci

    Can I hook a tell gate latch to it

  • @terencepericles6629
    @terencepericles6629 Před rokem

    Received and installed it Tuesday. I can’t get the firmware to start the update. I think I’m going to remove the speaker from the canbus box to stop the reverse alarm. Music sounds great via car play but it’s constantly stopping. Doesn’t sound as good thru Bluetooth but it works.
    The USB port in the center console will not work for me.

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před rokem

      USB port in the center console definitely will not work for CarPlay. Not sure why it's stopping for you, I've never had that issue. Everyone who has been unable to do the firmware update has just forced it by plugging in the headunit, forcing the update, and when it doesn't go, unplugging it and doing it all over again. Pretty annoying process but it's worked for most.

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před rokem

      Reach out to the seller with the complaints of the reverse camera if you can't get the firmware update to go, as well as the music stopping.

  • @thomascorcoran2975
    @thomascorcoran2975 Před měsícem

    Were you able to get the parking sensors to make the beep sound, they show they are detecting on my dash but no sound

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před měsícem +1

      I believe there’s a menu setting for that! Don’t have the truck/radio to confirm.

  • @rwmwb333
    @rwmwb333 Před 10 měsíci

    Just installed the same radio and I’m having trouble using my steering wheel controls with the radio. The can bus file you provided won’t download either

  • @user-oe3ss8mq6x
    @user-oe3ss8mq6x Před 6 měsíci

    Thank you for your video. It was very helpful but am having two issues one I can’t get my oem camera working properly and I have a slight stutter in my Apple Music.
    I can see that the camera is working just looks like if has six small partial image on the one screen

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před 6 měsíci

      Check your splice, and restart your phone and the headunit.

    • @user-oe3ss8mq6x
      @user-oe3ss8mq6x Před 6 měsíci

      I didn’t splice anything when I plugged it in this is what I got.

    • @user-oe3ss8mq6x
      @user-oe3ss8mq6x Před 6 měsíci

      Tried to upload a picture but no luck.

    • @user-oe3ss8mq6x
      @user-oe3ss8mq6x Před 6 měsíci

      Restarting everything fixed the stuttering problem. Still having camera problems. Not sure how splicing in the power lines when the camera is coming on just can’t make everything out.

    • @socalexpeditions
      @socalexpeditions  Před 6 měsíci

      @@user-oe3ss8mq6x I can’t help you with the camera problems. I spliced mine and had 0 problems.