PX5 MTCD Head Unit Discussion Thread [Rockchip PX5 A53 | Android 6.0 | 2GB RAM]

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Cellencer

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Video out (hdmi) was part of the px5 and px6 models (now is being removed) .... on units with no DVD drive.... did you check the factory settings if there is specific option for video out?
I checked the factory settings, it is not possible to turn on VIDEO OUT.
Is there a workaround to get the monitors in the headrests working?
 

andychapman

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I have a Skoda Superb which had a cheap CE headunit when I bought it. That gave a compass bearing to the in car display. I replaced it with a MTCD headunit and lost the compass display - so I would say that MTCD units do not supply this. However some VAG cars (which don't come with the more expensive oem satnav units) have a separate compass sensor. It is possible to get that sensor, install it and configure canbus to use it instead of the satnav integral compass.
 

Mariotiti

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I thought it would be better if we consolidated all the discussion on the PX5 head units into a single thread and I will try my best to group all the useful information in the first few posts when more information becomes available. I think this will help with discussion on these head units and help improve everyone's experience

Post 2: Firmware
Post 3: Tips, Tricks and Fixes - Rooting instruction here
Post 4: Bugs/Issues
Post 5: Useful apps
Post 6: Useful links

For those not familiar with the PX5 Head unit, the specs are below:
OS: Android 6.0 Marshmallow
CPU: Rockchip PX5 A53 Octa-Core
RAM: 2GB DDR3
ROM: 32GB
Sortie audio : 4*45W
Caractéristiques:
  1. Tuner radio intégré (RDS activé) (18 stations FM et 12 stations AM préréglées)
  2. Emplacement USB et SD intégré
  3. Lecteur DVD sans région
  4. Miroir de l'écran
  5. Commandes au volant (SWC) et interface Canbus
Accessoires compatibles en option :
  • Syntoniseur USB DAB+
  • TPMS
  • Clé électronique 4G/3G
  • Module OBD02
  • Appareil photo
  • DVR
  • Micro externe

L'unité principale comprend deux parties :
  • une carte MicroController Unit ( MCU ), qui contrôle les boutons physiques et les entrées/sorties A/V vers/depuis l'unité centrale. Cette carte interagit avec Android OS.
  • Partie ANDROID. Le système d'exploitation principal.
Le MCU et la ROM Android interagissent ensemble pour obtenir la fonctionnalité de l'unité principale.

Fabricants/revendeur :
  • GS-XTRONS
  • HA - HotAudio/Dasaita
  • KGL - Érisines
  • MX-Witson
  • LM - Érisines/Citrouille

Une comparaison entre PX3 et PX5 peut être trouvée ici par @FauxDreams avec une discussion précédente sur PX5 dans ce fil également :
PX3 contre. Impressions initiales du PX5, quelques problèmes/constatations après une journée de possession, etc.

Quelques informations que j'ai trouvées sur le CPU:
Communiqué de presse Rockchip PX5
Bjr j'ai un Android erisin ES8159B CPU Rockchip px51512mhz Cortex a53 j'ai un movais mcu et maintenant j'ai des pixels sur l'écran svp avez vous un fichier update mcu et frimware

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Hello, I have an Android erisin ES8159B CPU Rockchip px51512mhz Cortex a53 I have a movais mcu and now I have pixels on the screen please do you have an update file mcu and frimware
 
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RDMETimmy

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Hi. What I thought was a simple question but I get multiple answers. I fitted a px5 to my Landrover Freelander 2 but can't get GPS lock. I have tried supplied GPS Antenna and the Landrover factory fitted. I am wondering if the HU is an active antenna and whether there is a power conflict with the factory fitted. Can anyone tell me if PX5 is active or not
 

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Hi. What I thought was a simple question but I get multiple answers. I fitted a px5 to my Landrover Freelander 2 but can't get GPS lock. I have tried supplied GPS Antenna and the Landrover factory fitted. I am wondering if the HU is an active antenna and whether there is a power conflict with the factory fitted. Can anyone tell me if PX5 is active or not
Is it mtcd type device, post mcu version
 

MRichardM

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Hello everyone. I need a little help. I have a PX5, MTCE_CHS, Android 10. I found the MCU updates in the attachment. All of them have ... MTCE_CHS in their name, only the newest one has the label MTCH_CH. I have 2 questions.
Is this update for my unit?
What's the point of updating the MCU?
Thank you all very much.
 

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    I thought it would be better if we consolidated all the discussion on the PX5 head units into a single thread and I will try my best to group all the useful information in the first few posts when more information becomes available. I think this will help with discussion on these head units and help improve everyone's experience

    Post 2: Firmware
    Post 3: Tips, Tricks and Fixes - Rooting instruction here
    Post 4: Bugs/Issues
    Post 5: Useful apps
    Post 6: Useful links

    For those not familiar with the PX5 Head unit, the specs are below:
    OS: Android 6.0 Marshmallow
    CPU: Rockchip PX5 A53 Octa-Core
    RAM: 2GB DDR3
    ROM: 32GB
    Audio output: 4*45W
    Features:
    1. Built-in Radio Tuner (RDS Enabled) (18 FM and 12 AM stations Preset)
    2. Built-in USB & SD Slot
    3. Region Free DVD Player
    4. Screen Mirroring
    5. Steering wheel controls (SWC) and Canbus interface
    Optional compatible accessories:
    • DAB+ USB Tuner
    • TPMS
    • 4G/3G Dongle
    • OBD02 Module
    • Camera
    • DVR
    • External Mic

    The head unit comprises of two parts:
    • a MicroController Unit(MCU) board, which controls physical buttons and A/V inputs/outputs to/from the headunit. This board interacts with Android OS.
    • ANDROID part. The main Operating System.
    Both MCU and Android ROM interact together to achieve the functionality of the head unit.

    Manufacturers/reseller:
    • GS - XTRONS
    • HA - HotAudio/Dasaita
    • KGL - Erisins
    • MX - Witson
    • LM - Erisins/Pumpkin

    A comparison between PX3 and PX5 can be found posted here by @FauxDreams with some previous discussion on PX5 in that thread as well:
    PX3 Vs. PX5 initial impressions, some issues/findings after a day of ownership etc

    Some information I found on the CPU:
    Rockchip PX5 Press Release
    12
    I got the device on RX5.
    I started work on the firmware.
    11
    *Warning: Do not install 1024x600 fw on 800x480 HU*
    It has been reported that it will not display properly once installed.

    An update usually consist of two files:
    The Android ROM (update.zip) and it is usually compatible with any head unit of the same model (MTCD) and CPU (PX5).
    The MCU (dmcu.img) is specific for each manufacturer and it should never be updated on other manufacturer's MCU update file (unpredicted response from physical buttons - or CAN bus responses, or bricking the unit).
    However, it has been tested and confirmed that JY, KD, GD and now HA MCU are cross-compatible Verified cross compatible MCU thread (thanks for info @marchnz(
    Update at your own risk!

    Installation instruction:
    Unzip update.img to the root of the GPS SD Card.
    Make sure you Don't include the dmcu.img if your MCU does not match the MCU of the firmware.

    Latest Stock Firmware/Custom Firmware/MCU:
    Please refer to this thread post by @ikerg for latest up to date firmware/mcu info:
    https://forum.xda-developers.com/an...x5-headunits-repository-t3619906/post72622240
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    Update 2017-11-07: The new versions of my modded DAB App can be found here:
    https://forum.xda-developers.com/an...b-app-realzoulous-modded-version-com-t3609608

    ---------------------------------
    I took above DAB+ App "YHX_DAB+20170328.apk" and created my own one.
    With less bugs and even more features.

    YHX_DAB+20170328-zoulou-2017-04-09.apk

    Download: https://www.dropbox.com/s/7j1jokityvyv8vb/YHX_DAB+20170328-zoulou-2017-04-09.zip?dl=0

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    Change Log (compared to YHX_DAB+20170328.apk)
    - Enormously reduced CPU consumption
    - No audio stuttering when app running in background
    - black background image
    - bigger display of station logo
    - changed "radio" logo => "DAB+"
    - station name is bigger and has same color as signal bars
    - moved PTY info more to the left
    - First entry in station list is padded
    - NEW: station frequency is shown below the signal bars
    - NEW: Record audio of currently playing station. On/Off with the red button right hand-side of the signal bars
    - NEW: Another way to filter station list for only specific PTY

    ATTENTION: You *must* first uninstall the "old" DAB+ app. No update is possible! Then install this one.

    FYI: This app will cease to start after March 2018.
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    I found out, there are follwing possible passwords on which factory settings has reaction

    Static programmed passwords

    Code:
    126 - opens facotry settings app (Device customer name beginns with RM - parameter ro.product.customer). 
    m123456 - opens facotry settings app with bit other parameters...
    adbon - enables ADB
    adboff - disables ADB
    keject - sets ctr_key to eject
    kpower - sets ctr_key to power
    hcttouch - display some touch info. probably touch panel area size in pixels
    hctreboot - initiates device reboot
    
    hctbtup - writes on screen "BT updata!" , Sends Android Intent
    hctbtte + 3 digits - probably starts some tests with bluetooth adapter. but no information what this 3 digits meaning
    
    logcls - clears logcat
    logcat - executes logcat as follows [b]logcat -f  <filename> -v time
    		 filename = <external storage>/<current date+time>_android.txt
    kmsg   - excutes dmsg command and writes output to <filename>
    		 filename = <external storage>/<current date+time>_kernel.txt
    radio	- executes logcat as follows [b]logcat -b radio -f <filename>
    		 filename = <external storage>/<current date+time>_radio.txt
    logcan - starts CAN bus logging app
    
    1199	- enables/disables HZC_MENU . I don't know what it is
    v5555	- Enables/disables Video while driving. Enable also removes "Watching video" under Car settings
    hcttest + up to 3 digits - not tested yet.

    There are also up to 2 passwords, which are stored on device. Action same like with password: 126 . Probably one of them set to 126.
    EDIT:
    On _GS Device in MCU stored passwords
    Code:
    126 - opens facotry settings app
    3333 - opens facotry settings app, only logo change screen