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[PA_JG28]

Originally Posted by qnitro

Any idea of when they will come back instock?

When wondering that myself! Still not in stock as of today...

[Mistanando]

Originally Posted by PA_JG28

Does anyone know if this radio allows the use of the factory camera for a 2013 convertible? My backup cam is displayed in the MyLink touchscreen, not the rear view mirror.

Also, convertibles have the sub integrated in the back seat. Any inputs for that on this Octopus model?

No it does not. I have a 2014 Convertible and I had to run the camera supplied. The factory camera does not have RCA connection.

[Gordy87]

Can anyone provide any updates on these head units? Been looking at them since my Scosche unit went out about 2 months ago. This is the 2nd unit in less then couple years. Had the 1st gen unit that was bad right out of the box, they upgraded to the newer 2 screen unit (not my favorite) and now it's bad. They pretty much told me to piss off as far as warranty.

[AG454]

Originally Posted by Gordy87

Can anyone provide any updates on these head units? Been looking at them since my Scosche unit went out about 2 months ago. This is the 2nd unit in less then couple years. Had the 1st gen unit that was bad right out of the box, they upgraded to the newer 2 screen unit (not my favorite) and now it's bad. They pretty much told me to piss off as far as warranty.

What would you like to know about the unit? I’ve had one in my car since spring and I like it. It’s slow to boot up and sometimes a little quirky but no more than the factory android unit in my Honda DD. I got it mostly for the back up camera which I lacked and Apple CarPlay. Also added a front camera and torque app with a OBD Bluetooth dongle.

[gm2376]

Originally Posted by AG454

What would you like to know about the unit? I’ve had one in my car since spring and I like it. It’s slow to boot up and sometimes a little quirky but no more than the factory android unit in my Honda DD. I got it mostly for the back up camera which I lacked and Apple CarPlay. Also added a front camera and torque app with a OBD Bluetooth dongle.

the new version has a boot up that is about 75% faster, you can set in sleep mode for i think 3 days, so it will stay on in the background and not boot...also comes with wireless android auto and carplay.

[Gordy87]

Originally Posted by AG454

What would you like to know about the unit? I’ve had one in my car since spring and I like it. It’s slow to boot up and sometimes a little quirky but no more than the factory android unit in my Honda DD. I got it mostly for the back up camera which I lacked and Apple CarPlay. Also added a front camera and torque app with a OBD Bluetooth dongle.

Warranty, longevity of product, just basic questions really. I tried calling Digital Octopus with no luck and email link kicked back an undeliverable message. I also notice from a couple of the video that these units look different as far as the actual box itself. The units from AliExpress look more like a single din unit and the unit that Digital is showing in one of their videos looks more like a thin Double din version.

Mainly just want something to last and not have to worry about it failing in under 2yrs like my Scosche unit.

[AG454]

Originally Posted by Gordy87

Warranty, longevity of product, just basic questions really. I tried calling Digital Octopus with no luck and email link kicked back an undeliverable message. I also notice from a couple of the video that these units look different as far as the actual box itself. The units from AliExpress look more like a single din unit and the unit that Digital is showing in one of their videos looks more like a thin Double din version.

Mainly just want something to last and not have to worry about it failing in under 2yrs like my Scosche unit.

I'm not sure about warranty, probably not one. This is what it is, a chinese made android unit imported by Digital Octopus. They are all probably made in the same place as the ones you've seen on Ali express. The guy that is
running Digital octopus seems to have made a few changes in the units he orders and was offering good customer support. I do see that lately people are having a hard time getting in touch with them. I had some parts missing from my unit when I went to install it, and they got right back in touch with me and overnighted me the missing parts. Maybe they are just overwhelmed now, the units sell out as fast as they get them in. As far as the longevity of the unit, we will see. I only drive my car in the summer, not a daily driver.
The unit I got is a single DIN type unit. It looks like the newest version is what they call a slimback. That would give you more room for all your wires when you install. Hope that helps.

[nonstopper3]

So purchased the DO1015 which is the best unit they offer and 2 months in the screen took a shit…they sent me a new one but it’s completely different and parts are cheap, the ribbon that connected the screen to the motherboard is super cheap and ripped. They are very difficult to get a hold of as well. Wish me luck i think im going to ask for a refund.. not a happy camper

[SS_Dave]

Originally Posted by nonstopper3

So purchased the DO1015 which is the best unit they offer and 2 months in the screen took a shit…they sent me a new one but it’s completely different and parts are cheap, the ribbon that connected the screen to the motherboard is super cheap and ripped. They are very difficult to get a hold of as well. Wish me luck i think im going to ask for a refund.. not a happy camper

This is the reason I'll probably stay with a known brand and choice of adaptor. Shame because conceptually it's good. Could use UI flow improvements, but a great step in the right direction. But till you can up the quality of parts, get consistent results, and consistent support, it's not interesting at $1K just for the head unit.

[gm2376]

Originally Posted by SS_Dave

This is the reason I'll probably stay with a known brand and choice of adaptor. Shame because conceptually it's good. Could use UI flow improvements, but a great step in the right direction. But till you can up the quality of parts, get consistent results, and consistent support, it's not interesting at $1K just for the head unit.

i don't know why anyone states a support issue....i have messaged them on Instagram and all hours of the day....they always respond within the hour.

[SS_Dave]

Originally Posted by gm2376

i don't know why anyone states a support issue....i have messaged them on Instagram and all hours of the day....they always respond within the hour.

I wasn’t talking about the support. I was replying to his statement about failing in only 2 months and new version being different with cheap parts.

And in all of this, I’ve never seen anything on the SQ of this unit.

[AG454]

Originally Posted by SS_Dave

I wasn’t talking about the support. I was replying to his statement about failing in only 2 months and new version being different with cheap parts.

And in all of this, I’ve never seen anything on the SQ of this unit.

I’m probably not the best judge, having old ears and slight tinnitus. The sound quality is good, as good or better than the stock unit. I’ve used Bluetooth and USB inputs and the sound is clear and loud. The unit has lots of EQ settings I haven’t even tried yet. I am just hoping it lasts for awhile.

[pcguy2u]

Would someone take a measurement for me, please? I need the "B" dimension in the attached pic...


TIA, Nick

[pcguy2u]

Some other questions if you will...


Is the stock rear camera toast in this setup, or is it just the cable or the connector or what??? Ideally, it would be great if the camera cable just plugged into the new unit.



Does anyone have a good res picture of the back of the unit (later model?) with the connections annotated (or are they annotated on the back)?


Did the unit come with installation instructions, maybe someone has a PDF?



Thanks again, Nick