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      04-10-2021, 10:03 AM   #7327
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The split screen view is now the standard Android Auto view on wide-screens.
Does this have to be enabled by the head unit? I was in a loaner G20 with the widescreen, and it didn't have the split view in AA. My Andream unit does with the same phone.
It does, but every video or photo I have seen of BMW'S oem implementation of AA shows the split screen: https://www.bmwblog.com/2021/02/01/b...compatibility/

It's interesting that the loaner didn't have it.
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The split screen view is now the standard Android Auto view on wide-screens.
Thank you very much for the clarification.
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      04-10-2021, 01:03 PM   #7329
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MCU 20.10.22.16 (Cross compatibility unknown)

Hi all, anyone know about the recent update on the MCU for Andream B version (NBT)? Anyone know what the changes are?

Thanks
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      04-10-2021, 01:05 PM   #7330
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Does this have to be enabled by the head unit? I was in a loaner G20 with the widescreen, and it didn't have the split view in AA. My Andream unit does with the same phone.
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Thank you very much for the clarification.
Which Andream software version are you currently using?
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      04-10-2021, 03:27 PM   #7331
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Which Andream software version are you currently using?
If you read further, you will see that I use custom software from the first page and my unit is carlinkit.
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      04-10-2021, 07:46 PM   #7332
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all I get is "action not available in AUX mode". But it becomes unusable when sound source is different, e.g. USB to have a better quality.
In wireless mode it uses the wifi of the box and that is the best quality of sound. And you still use the volumebuttons on the steering wheel as you like.
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      04-11-2021, 01:16 AM   #7333
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Has anyone found a fix for a dramatical waze slowness?

It's an only disappointment what I have with latest 9.2.20 Carlinkit firmware - I tried editors map view and forced night mode.

It doesn't help waze still works very slow and makes AA almost unusable because it reacts very slow on cursor movement.
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      04-11-2021, 05:09 AM   #7334
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Hello everyone, I'm new to this forum and I just installed the Carplay box in my car. I'm not sure which software/firmware/MCU update to use. The Seller told me that I have the A version of the box but my software version doesn't match with anything listed.

My box details

Box:EW-BMCP-NBT01A (as per Seller)

I pulled up the software information:

SDK Version: 25.0.0.5.6.0.0.0
CUST Version: 3.1.2.gpe.b
MCU Version: 20.10.22.16
HW Version: BMW_NBT


The update is asking for a Gemini_Pack.BIN file





Any help would be great, thanks in advance
hello, I have the same problem as you, I think I have version A andream but the box asks me for the Gemini_Pack.BIN !!!!??

here are my versions
SDK: 25.0.0.7.0.0.2.0
CUST version: V3.2.0.5.gp.b2
MCU: 20.10.22.16
HW Version: BMW_NBT2

I tested the Gemini_Pack.BIN for Andream version B V1.2.5 and B2 V1.2.5 but when as I meet the USB, I have the error before updating
: error version

which version to flash?

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      04-11-2021, 05:40 AM   #7335
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I bought the f30 mmi from Ali Express last December.
I want to upgrade the version. Can you help?
I don't know which version to get, and the pin number was 2863.
Andream [NBT] [ISPBOOOT.BIN] v2.1.1.5.gpe.b (PIN: 2863)
I downloaded and installed it, but it shows that there is no GEMINI_PACK.BIN..
So Andream B-version [NBT] [GEMINI_PACK.BIN] B_V1.2.1 (PIN: 5025)
I downloaded the version and tried, but it failed.. Can you figure out how?:울음 소리:
hello, I have the same problem as you, the box asks me for the Gemini_Pack.BIN !!!!??
password : 2863 is work

I tested the Gemini_Pack.BIN for Andream version B V1.2.5 and B2 V1.2.5 (psswrd 5025) but when as I meet the USB, I have the error before updating
: error version

my version is :
SDK: 25.0.0.7.0.0.2.0
CUST version: V3.2.0.5.gp.b2
MCU: 20.10.22.16
HW Version: BMW_NBT2

which version to flash please ?

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      04-11-2021, 09:49 AM   #7336
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I bought the f30 mmi from Ali Express last December.
I want to upgrade the version. Can you help?
I don't know which version to get, and the pin number was 2863.
Andream [NBT] [ISPBOOOT.BIN] v2.1.1.5.gpe.b (PIN: 2863)
I downloaded and installed it, but it shows that there is no GEMINI_PACK.BIN..
So Andream B-version [NBT] [GEMINI_PACK.BIN] B_V1.2.1 (PIN: 5025)
I downloaded the version and tried, but it failed.. Can you figure out how?:울음 소리:
hello, I have the same problem as you, the box asks me for the Gemini_Pack.BIN !!!!??
password : 2863 is work

I tested the Gemini_Pack.BIN for Andream version B V1.2.5 and B2 V1.2.5 (psswrd 5025) but when as I meet the USB, I have the error before updating
: error version

my version is :
SDK: 25.0.0.7.0.0.2.0
CUST version: V3.2.0.5.gp.b2
MCU: 20.10.22.16
HW Version: BMW_NBT2

which version to flash please ?
I suspect your unit is a new hardware version similar to the Carlinkit b2/ylbmw2e version with the blue antenna connector (compared to the A version with a bare metal connector). You can compare with the antenna pictures from Yulian below:

Carlinkit with bare metal antenna (male) connector (firmware 9.x.xx.yl.b):
https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/at...1&d=1617344120

Carlinkit with blue antenna (female?) connector (firmware 9.x.xx.yl.b2):
https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/at...1&d=1617265704

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      04-11-2021, 12:16 PM   #7337
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I suspect your unit is a new hardware version similar to the Carlinkit attachmentid=2567705&stc=1&d=1617265704[/url]
Yep V3 is the latest version.

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CUST version: V3.2.0.5.gp.b2
HW (hardware) Version: BMW_NBT2

Other mechanical issues like colored antennaplug has nothing to do with software. Simple the connector run outof stock and they picked another electrical similair model. At least the cable has to fit. Most of the time the input of a general electronic box has a female hole and the cable connector is a male one. Sometime they switches it for identification like IEC antennaplugs FM versus TV.
I hope your software is working good?

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      04-11-2021, 01:53 PM   #7338
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After reading (almost) the full thread, I'm still a bit confused on which unit to buy

I have:
- F31 2014 with 8.8" (pro navi) NBT, Harman Kardon
- iPhone


If possible I would prefer to not having to remove any airbags. I noticed that some of the sellers specify different sizes, but wonder if this is really the case? Looking at the pictures, I kinda assume that they are similar in size as they do not look very different.

- Carlinkit 102x148x28mm
- AIOCOAI 253x103x23mm



I would be happy to hear recommendations on which to select, or if there are better options.
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      04-11-2021, 02:19 PM   #7339
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After reading (almost) the full thread, I'm still a bit confused on which unit to buy

I have:
- F31 2014 with 8.8" (pro navi) NBT, Harman Kardon
- iPhone


If possible I would prefer to not having to remove any airbags. I noticed that some of the sellers specify different sizes, but wonder if this is really the case? Looking at the pictures, I kinda assume that they are similar in size as they do not look very different.

- Carlinkit 102x148x28mm
- AIOCOAI 253x103x23mm

I would be happy to hear recommendations on which to select, or if there are better options.
If you use iPhone/CarPlay on an NBT based head unit, Carlinkit (your 1st link) works really well for me (F15 NBT 10.25" screen) and is up to date with firmware updates (9.2.20.yl.b available on the first page). Besides you can also try the custom firmware for A version hardware. I am not sure if this community has enough experience with the AIOCOAI box (interestingly it has a blue antenna connector and different user interface).

EDIT: RAAF12/f30ill reported that AIOCOAI sells Andream hardware. Also I agree with you that there is a mistake in the dimensions. It should be 153x103x23mm.

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Yep V3 is the latest version.

I hope your software is working good?
Thanks. Yes my box works really well with the latest firmware (similar to built-in wired CarPlay on another car). I especially like:

* Loudness setting for better sound
* Automatic echo correction configuration
* Full screen or split screen options for navigation
* Volume setting for different audio sources (so that volume can be adjusted to similar levels as iDrive)
* And Siri works so much better compared to BMW voice commands

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I think it is the latest firmware from Andream. I am using B2_V1.2.0_t only.
The latest 2 firmwares for Andream B2 version
first flash MCU, after reboot flash V1.2.5
It looks like this on my 6.5' screen
V1.2.5 Has a new bootlogo and a loudness control in the audio settings. It has a horrible sound when on but it can be disabled!
Further I see no other changes in the menu. Switching the headlights on gives a dimming screen. With LED daylight always on the display stays bright.
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Has anyone found a fix for a dramatical waze slowness?

It's an only disappointment what I have with latest 9.2.20 Carlinkit firmware - I tried editors map view and forced night mode.

It doesn't help waze still works very slow and makes AA almost unusable because it reacts very slow on cursor movement.
You can try another navigator

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After reading (almost) the full thread, I'm still a bit confused on which unit to buy

I have:
- F31 2014 with 8.8" (pro navi) NBT, Harman Kardon
- iPhone


If possible I would prefer to not having to remove any airbags. I noticed that some of the sellers specify different sizes, but wonder if this is really the case? Looking at the pictures, I kinda assume that they are similar in size as they do not look very different.

- Carlinkit 102x148x28mm
- AIOCOAI 253x103x23mm



I would be happy to hear recommendations on which to select, or if there are better options.

The Andream MMI box is cheaper and has other fw updates, both boxes works well and has the same dimensions. U can check the feedback on Aliexpress too.

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I suspect your unit is a new hardware version similar to the Carlinkit b2/ylbmw2e version with the blue antenna connector (compared to the A version with a bare metal connector).
Hi, thanks for the help, I have the blue connector.
on the packaging of my andream box, the production date is 2021. but no model or brand is indicated

so you think we need Andream B2 firmware?

but when i tried it didn't work !?
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Yep V3 is the latest version.
thank you, then with blue antenna this is the model : EW-BMCP-NBT02B /OR/ Model: EW-BMCP-NBT04X ?
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Hi, thanks for the help, I have the blue connector.
on the packaging of my andream box, the production date is 2021. but no model or brand is indicated

so you think we need Andream B2 firmware?

but when i tried it didn't work !?
I think you have a new type of hardware not seen before. The label "b2" at the end of the firmware reference does not mean it's hardware type B2 (B2 firmware is named as B2_V.x.x.x).

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After reading (almost) the full thread, I'm still a bit confused on which unit to buy

I have:
- F31 2014 with 8.8" (pro navi) NBT, Harman Kardon
- iPhone


If possible I would prefer to not having to remove any airbags. I noticed that some of the sellers specify different sizes, but wonder if this is really the case? Looking at the pictures, I kinda assume that they are similar in size as they do not look very different.

- Carlinkit 102x148x28mm
- AIOCOAI 253x103x23mm

I would be happy to hear recommendations on which to select, or if there are better options.
If you use iPhone/CarPlay on an NBT based head unit, Carlinkit (your 1st link) works really well for me (F15 NBT 10.25" screen) and is up to date with firmware updates (9.2.20.yl.b available on the first page). Besides you can also try the custom firmware for A version hardware. I don't think this community has enough experience with the AIOCOAI box (interestingly it has a blue antenna connector and different user interface).

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Yep V3 is the latest version.

I hope your software is working good?
Thanks. Yes my box works really well with the latest firmware (similar to built-in wired CarPlay on another car). I especially like:

* Loudness setting for better sound
* Automatic echo correction configuration
* Full screen or split screen options for navigation
* Volume setting for different audio sources (so that volume can be adjusted to similar levels as iDrive)
* And Siri works so much better compared to BMW voice commands
I think the Andream one is the same as AIOCOAI...
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I think the Andream one is the same as AIOCOAI...

I think that's right, Carlinkit is just sticker for the same Andream hardware.
The sticker on the white box tells what version it is. I bought by the AIOCOAI Aliexpress store and got a EW-BMCP-NBT04X MMI.

It has Navi Coreboard Model501 (4+64) I think the last digits are the internal memory.

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thank you, then with blue antenna this is the model : EW-BMCP-NBT02B /OR/ Model: EW-BMCP-NBT04X ?
What you get is on the sticker on the white box. My box came with NBT04X on it. Two months old and sent from the Aliexpress EU warehouse.
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