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bnorman · 03-07-2014, 10:39 PM

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Originally Posted by 19car69

Yes. I moved all my files to a 32gig card and put that in the unit. Works great.

Any suggestions on how to do this. I havent looked to deep into the guts, but where is the internal card located? Not sure why i havent already tried this, but now its on my list.

AlexM · 03-07-2014, 11:30 PM

The card is on the lower right part of the faceplate. I assume copy/paste on a PC

AlexM · 03-08-2014, 08:08 AM

Last night I followed electronic1961 instructions for the fitment mods and it did fit perfectly.

THANK YOU electronic1961 for sharing with us your great work!!!

AlexM · 03-08-2014, 08:51 AM

How is a safe factory reset done? By safe I mean to return it to the way it came from China. I messed a little with the apps and now the radio sounds horrible and some apps are non responsive, will not connect to internet etc. Settings and reset to factory default?

19car69 · 03-08-2014, 09:36 AM

I moved the files to the bigger card on a window pc just using explorer. The card is under the little door on the lower right side with the android emblem on it. It is actually the external card.

bnorman · 03-08-2014, 12:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 19car69

I moved the files to the bigger card on a window pc just using explorer. The card is under the little door on the lower right side with the android emblem on it. It is actually the external card.

Well this is a little different and could be the reason why I am aging issues. I have the original 2.3.4 and when it shipped nothing was on a SD card and no SD card was shipped with it.

When I upgraded I had to download files for a middle east version on a SD card and then upgrade.

I have tried everything but sideload the apk, and all I can do is try. I have my old maps from the original unit which I cant place in the folder.

Anyway, I can try to sideload the file using the apk from dropbox. My last resort is to move the file to the SD card if it lets me, add in my maps and then put it back in.

Last resort is copilot, Lim isn't much of a help with this.

electronic1961 · 03-09-2014, 08:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AlexM

Last night I followed electronic1961 instructions for the fitment mods and it did fit perfectly.

THANK YOU electronic1961 for sharing with us your great work!!!

YOU WELCOME!

AlexM · 03-10-2014, 12:17 PM

Quick question: out of the 2 antennas on the OEM radio, which is radio and which is XM? The thick one is regular radio, right?

19car69 · 03-11-2014, 08:36 AM

I haven't been able to get the webcam working. Every time I tell it to find the camera it reboots the radio. Not a real big deal to me since I didn't plan on using it, but still like to try and make things work. Has anyone else had this issue and maybe found a cure?

CamaroSS45 · 03-11-2014, 04:32 PM

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Originally Posted by bnorman

This is the best I can do. I have had the unit installed since November/December, so the modifications have already been done. Follow the instructions in the thread and the unit will fit. I also already had it hooked up, so I didn't get into the Plug A Slot A information, but trust me, the plugs you get from the unit only fit into their respective slots, so you wont confuse that.

Finally, if you do decide to hook up the GPS to the Fin Antenna versus the one provided, I do not show how to remove the glove box or Onstar box, but found video of it here in C5, again, that is also relatively simple.

The last time I changed a car radio out was probably 15 years ago, things and plugs have changed. If I can still do it now, even beginners can do it. Ask for help on the thread and I am sure your questions will be answered.

Part 1

Part 2

Can u load apps like Spotify on this unit and do a synch when WiFi connected to create offline playlists? I am trying to get a feel for apps that can be loaded.

Much thanks - great posts.

19car69 · 03-11-2014, 09:53 PM

I figured out the Web Cam. Now I just need to come up with a good way to mount the camera.

You can load any apps that the play store has. Can't comment on how well all will work though.

1sikss · 03-12-2014, 06:16 PM

What did y'all plug the reverse cameras into so it turns on when the shifter is I'm R

bnorman · 03-12-2014, 08:03 PM

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Originally Posted by 1sikss

What did y'all plug the reverse cameras into so it turns on when the shifter is I'm R

I had to re-watch the video again to make sure, but I plugged the RCA cable from the camera into the RCA plug labeled Video In on the back of the HICES. The red wire from the camera I tapped into a brown wire in plug 1 for the Reverse Camera.

On top of the unit itself is a plug diagram and wire diagram (which I never took a picture of again), but it is in the video. Others may have run it to the shifter itself, I am not sure, but mine works the way I wired it. I did find that just powering and running the RCA video cable from the camera to the Head unit does not work. After looking at the diagrams on the unit I choose the brown wire and "presto" it worked.

The video helps a little I think around the 2 minute mark in Part 1.

AlexM · 03-12-2014, 08:44 PM

03-07-2014, 11:30 PM	#898
AlexM Drives: Used to be 2012 Camaro 2SS/RS L99 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Northern VA Posts: 636	i found something interesting ... The card is on the lower right part of the faceplate. I assume copy/paste on a PC __________________ BEE used to have MyLink with NAV Black 10 spoke FR41 wheels (ZL1 Replica) Roto-fab CF CAI / Scoop and Washer Bottle Relocation KIT Vmax yellow painted ported TB Solo HF Cats with Kooks 2.5" catback SLP Replica Spliter, CF Stripes and CF bowties Hawk ceramic brake pads OEM Strut Tower Brace - Yellow Plastidip Range device - AFM Delete Halo/DRL Harness (Halo/DRL on day and night while driving) Engine Cover/Air Compressor Delete

03-08-2014, 08:08 AM	#899
AlexM Drives: Used to be 2012 Camaro 2SS/RS L99 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Northern VA Posts: 636	Last night I followed electronic1961 instructions for the fitment mods and it did fit perfectly. THANK YOU electronic1961 for sharing with us your great work!!! __________________ BEE used to have MyLink with NAV Black 10 spoke FR41 wheels (ZL1 Replica) Roto-fab CF CAI / Scoop and Washer Bottle Relocation KIT Vmax yellow painted ported TB Solo HF Cats with Kooks 2.5" catback SLP Replica Spliter, CF Stripes and CF bowties Hawk ceramic brake pads OEM Strut Tower Brace - Yellow Plastidip Range device - AFM Delete Halo/DRL Harness (Halo/DRL on day and night while driving) Engine Cover/Air Compressor Delete

03-08-2014, 08:51 AM	#900
AlexM Drives: Used to be 2012 Camaro 2SS/RS L99 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Northern VA Posts: 636	How is a safe factory reset done? By safe I mean to return it to the way it came from China. I messed a little with the apps and now the radio sounds horrible and some apps are non responsive, will not connect to internet etc. Settings and reset to factory default? __________________ BEE used to have MyLink with NAV Black 10 spoke FR41 wheels (ZL1 Replica) Roto-fab CF CAI / Scoop and Washer Bottle Relocation KIT Vmax yellow painted ported TB Solo HF Cats with Kooks 2.5" catback SLP Replica Spliter, CF Stripes and CF bowties Hawk ceramic brake pads OEM Strut Tower Brace - Yellow Plastidip Range device - AFM Delete Halo/DRL Harness (Halo/DRL on day and night while driving) Engine Cover/Air Compressor Delete

03-08-2014, 09:36 AM	#901
19car69 Drives: 2012 1LS Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Leander, TX Posts: 257	I moved the files to the bigger card on a window pc just using explorer. The card is under the little door on the lower right side with the android emblem on it. It is actually the external card. __________________ 2012 1LS, Cold Air Inductions CAI, Apex scoop, Apex water bottle relocation, VMax Ported TB, Vitesse Throttle Controller, BMR Sway bars, BMR 1.2" drop springs, Koni rear shocks, Elite catch can, Solo Performance V6 Mach X-LFX Cat-Back Exhaust, Hex Vents, 1LE strut tower brace, Barton short throw, separate clutch reservoir, American Racing TORQ THRUST M 18X9, HiTS radio with reverse camera, GM Blade Dovetail spoiler, 2010 leather wrap steering wheel, vented engine cover, added Homelink to overhead console.

03-10-2014, 12:17 PM	#904
AlexM Drives: Used to be 2012 Camaro 2SS/RS L99 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Northern VA Posts: 636	Quick question: out of the 2 antennas on the OEM radio, which is radio and which is XM? The thick one is regular radio, right? __________________ BEE used to have MyLink with NAV Black 10 spoke FR41 wheels (ZL1 Replica) Roto-fab CF CAI / Scoop and Washer Bottle Relocation KIT Vmax yellow painted ported TB Solo HF Cats with Kooks 2.5" catback SLP Replica Spliter, CF Stripes and CF bowties Hawk ceramic brake pads OEM Strut Tower Brace - Yellow Plastidip Range device - AFM Delete Halo/DRL Harness (Halo/DRL on day and night while driving) Engine Cover/Air Compressor Delete

03-11-2014, 08:36 AM	#905
19car69 Drives: 2012 1LS Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Leander, TX Posts: 257	I haven't been able to get the webcam working. Every time I tell it to find the camera it reboots the radio. Not a real big deal to me since I didn't plan on using it, but still like to try and make things work. Has anyone else had this issue and maybe found a cure? __________________ 2012 1LS, Cold Air Inductions CAI, Apex scoop, Apex water bottle relocation, VMax Ported TB, Vitesse Throttle Controller, BMR Sway bars, BMR 1.2" drop springs, Koni rear shocks, Elite catch can, Solo Performance V6 Mach X-LFX Cat-Back Exhaust, Hex Vents, 1LE strut tower brace, Barton short throw, separate clutch reservoir, American Racing TORQ THRUST M 18X9, HiTS radio with reverse camera, GM Blade Dovetail spoiler, 2010 leather wrap steering wheel, vented engine cover, added Homelink to overhead console.

03-11-2014, 09:53 PM	#907
19car69 Drives: 2012 1LS Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Leander, TX Posts: 257	I figured out the Web Cam. Now I just need to come up with a good way to mount the camera. You can load any apps that the play store has. Can't comment on how well all will work though. __________________ 2012 1LS, Cold Air Inductions CAI, Apex scoop, Apex water bottle relocation, VMax Ported TB, Vitesse Throttle Controller, BMR Sway bars, BMR 1.2" drop springs, Koni rear shocks, Elite catch can, Solo Performance V6 Mach X-LFX Cat-Back Exhaust, Hex Vents, 1LE strut tower brace, Barton short throw, separate clutch reservoir, American Racing TORQ THRUST M 18X9, HiTS radio with reverse camera, GM Blade Dovetail spoiler, 2010 leather wrap steering wheel, vented engine cover, added Homelink to overhead console.

03-12-2014, 06:16 PM	#908
1sikss Drives: 2011 camaro ss Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: houston Posts: 464	What did y'all plug the reverse cameras into so it turns on when the shifter is I'm R

03-12-2014, 08:44 PM	#910
AlexM Drives: Used to be 2012 Camaro 2SS/RS L99 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Northern VA Posts: 636	__________________ BEE used to have MyLink with NAV Black 10 spoke FR41 wheels (ZL1 Replica) Roto-fab CF CAI / Scoop and Washer Bottle Relocation KIT Vmax yellow painted ported TB Solo HF Cats with Kooks 2.5" catback SLP Replica Spliter, CF Stripes and CF bowties Hawk ceramic brake pads OEM Strut Tower Brace - Yellow Plastidip Range device - AFM Delete Halo/DRL Harness (Halo/DRL on day and night while driving) Engine Cover/Air Compressor Delete