Apple CarPlay Installation

[@drew10981]

I've watched more than my fair share of DIY videos over the years, and this is one of the best I've seen to date. Very thorough and direct to the point at each spot along the way for the install. Very well done.

[@RS5Fanatic]

Thanks Andy Man! Glad you found it useful!

[@Rob34570]

Thanks for this. Used it to install in my 2011 RS5 last night. Installation went flawlessly except man it’s tight getting the head unit back in afterwards! I needed to use plastic prying tools to pry the climate controls from the rear My AliExpress unit came with zero instructions so was able to use your guide (screenshotted your dipswitch screenshot, mine being a 2011 was slightly different) Testing last night it ran great wirelessly and the integration with the factory controls was fine. Holding the “return” button for 3 secs will reboot the unit, didn’t see this documented anywhere so thought I’d mention it. Today is front brake rotor and pad change day

[@RS5Fanatic]

Glad it was of help! With brake rotor/pad change day, should probably bleed the brakes too. Every two years max.

[@Rob34570]

Thought I’d reply to my own message and give my thoughts on it after a few months. Mine would sometimes have issues when running wirelessly with not connecting to CarPlay or the Bluetooth playing up, so I’ve started using the USB connection which I found works flawlessly with two regular drivers, as a benefit I removed the aerial and the whole thing fits in much easier. I was having to plug in for charge anyway. Also turn off the equaliser (set to normal) as it seems to mess with the b&o system

[@jayyu8951]

Kudos to you RS5 Fanatic! this is the most thorough video i've seen for an RS NAV installation. Just purchased my B8 RS5 recently and will be doing this modification for sure! Cheers!

[@Jman5001]

My new-to-me RS5 is arriving soon. After I get it cleaned up and "mine", this is on the shortlist of enhancements. Thanks for posting

[@RS5Fanatic]

Once you get the car Jman, be sure to join over at Audirevolution, forums.audirevolution.net/c/a5-s5-rs5/13. Tons of RS5 owners and lots of info there.

[@larryleff5138]

Just installed this setup in my '14 S5. Install was a breeze (almost too easy!) thanks this wonderfully detailed video. Thanks for sharing!

[@Marteinpp150]

update? how's it working now?

[@RS5Fanatic]

I guess I'm not the only one up late tonight!

[@Velodyne66]

I watched this DIY a ton of time and I have one question.... how in the bloody hell did you get everything behind the dash. I’m about one inch shy before it won’t budge! I have a ‘13 RS5 as well!

[@RS5Fanatic]

@@Velodyne66 If you're unable to get it all in there, you may want to consider removing the glovebox and installing the box on top of it. Mine's a tight fit but it does all slide back in and I keep the bluetooth antenna outside, just below the climate control panel. Will reply to you on www.audirevolution.net too!

[@garyruckelshaus5281]

I'm yet another very happy A4 owner with this product! Full Car Play functionality. Thank you very much for posting this incredibly helpful video!

[@RS5Fanatic]

Great to hear! Glad it was helpful.

[@mememastamike7773]

I’ll be doing this tonight in my 13 S5. Great Vid

[@jamisteven1]

You actually CAN change songs with the steering wheel, on the scroll wheel on the left side, you scroll, then click by pushing in the scroll wheel (its also a button).

[@shaemooyann6014]

Thanks for the video! I’ve just successfully installed mine. For me most challenging part is neither the installation nor wiring part but the final step: removing the audio removal tool / key.. Just don’t buy those tools which are made fully by metal with no plastic part on them (like the ones in the video). These things may stuck in the unit and takes a lot of time and tries to pull them out. Literally they should be removed easily with a screwdriver pushing the locks on each side of the audio unit but the tools I’ve bought are poorly made so they really gave me a hard time.

[@RS5Fanatic]

It just requires pushing the lock tabs in on the back side of the unit, then the tools slide right out with zero effort.

[@jeffreese7817]

Thanks. Well done. Just bought unit for 2013 S5. I am using Android. FWIW, this unit does not work wirelessly on Android. You must use the provided USB connector. And then to actually access the Android apps, you need to connect ( it consistently fails the first connection attempt), turn everything off, and try again. So far, it works as advertised on the 2nd try.

[@TeeFat]

It works wireless with Android auto.

[@NoahShumka]

Thank you very much for the clean and easy tutorial, I used this today for my b8.5 s4. We have the same non rs nav module

[@Its_freemund]

I was contemplating making an installation video but this is fantastic! Thanks brother

[@TrajanowskiRifleworx357]

Probably the best installation video! Subscribed.

[@jackal2607]

As someone looking to buy the RSNav kit, this video is amazing. Thanks so much. Liked, saved and subscribed.

[@RS5Fanatic]

Thanks Jack! Glad I could be of service. I may update to the 8.8" screen in the not too distant future so stay tuned as they say.

[@joelchong2812]

Great video! Just ordered from RSNav and it arrived in 4 days from china to Australia which is amazing. However the AMI to aux plug actually isn't included so make sure you order this in advance if you need it.

[@chriskosin472]

Do you find it difficult to connect to CarPlay with the RSNAV unit? I’ve only had it a week and it takes a long time each day to get it connected.

[@KingShark26]

Best video Ive seen on this process!

[@James.O]

Superb guide Michel, well done.

[@MA-bq8yg]

Thanks for the video. With your tutorial it appears so easy to do the installation

[@whitesharkz06]

Love your videos just bought RS5 and watching your video for future CarPlay and many other upgrades to be done soon thanks for your videos and explanation! Keep up the good work

[@RS5Fanatic]

Thanks! Hit me up for mods, [e-mail]. My website: www.redmistracing.com

[@whitesharkz06]

@@RS5Fanatic will do

[@hollyb1053]

Very intersting. I have a 2014 RS5 Black on Black on Black in DFW Texas. I also noticed your Floyd Rose guitar pickups. Just got an 09 Gibson 59 reissue les paul tea burst with P90's and OG Burst Buckers. Great content. Great Car. Great guitar

[@RS5Fanatic]

Very cool! I'm just down the road in San Antonio. Going to the state meet? October 9th through the 11th in Austin. Anyway, I don't post much guitar content. The Floyd NFT, that's on a custom build I did a while back and I've since moved to a different trem as that one was giving me stability issues. I've had a few R9's in the past myself! Last one I had, met up with Billy Gibbons (yes, THAT Billy) and he signed it for me. Super generous individual and great musician.

[@whitesharkz06]

Awesome video am about to order one of these am glad there is this video for guide!!

[@onlydavid]

Now that I have a way to get CarPlay, there’s only one more thing I need and that’s a modern telemetry interface. Thanks so much!

[@uyazeantonio6072]

davy can you do that

[@bryanwood9524]

I Just purchased this can’t wait til I get it installed. Wish you would explain how your automating your iPhone to get your phone to tap to you lmao that is so badass. Keep posting the vids man they are much appreciated!

[@RS5Fanatic]

Bryan, I think there's a link I provided in one of the replies below. If you can't find it, I'll try to pull it up again and I'll post it in the video description below the video (probably a good idea to do that anyway!)

[@reyjdl14]

you just motivated me to install this on my RS5! thank you

[@RS5Fanatic]

Go for it! Definitely worth the modest price of admission and it's very easy to install.

[@HaydenHarrison412]

I installed this (similar) system in my 2016 Audi Q5 recently and it works as expected. I only recently got a OBD11 scanner and scanned the car and it came up with a few faults related to the MMI which I can understand as this unit directly interfaces with it. What I found strange is a fault with both rear door speakers. Unfortunately I cannot say if these faults were there prior to the installation of this CarPlay device. There is definitely no sound coming out of the speakers though. Has anyone experienced anything similar?

[@TangToms]

Find out the hardest part of installation is fitting everything into the space!!

[@RS5Fanatic]

So true. A friend removed the glove box and installed everything on top. Another option. I'll explore that one if I move up to a larger screen.

[@neil12011]

@4:58 I broke this antenna on my RS5 (Don't ask) Does anyone have a part number or know where to get a new one/replacement? Thanks!

[@TheJeenyus24]

Great video! I just want to make people aware that buy this that it is very glitchy. I bought and installed the exact same RS Nav system and the wireless Apple CarPlay would work for 5-10 minutes before crashing. This would happen almost daily. RS Nav told me it was because of the newest iOS update. I ended up removing the system because of the frustrations with it.

[@RS5Fanatic]

That's interesting. I'm running the latest iOS and jus received my iPhone 12 Pro and I'm not having any issues at all.

[@TheJeenyus24]

​@@RS5Fanatic Maybe my equipment was faulty then, I'm not sure. The guy didn't seem very helpful when I asked to help me trouble shoot. He simply said it was Apples fault. He eventually provided return instructions. They were complicated instructions to ship it back to China at my expense. Seemed sketchy.

[@RS5Fanatic]

@@TheJeenyus24 And this was with RS Nav? Daniel's pretty much a one-man army there and I do know he's a bit overwhelmed. I wouldn't worry about shipping it back to China honestly although I know it isn't cheap to do so. In the end, he should take care of you. But there is an RS Nav facebook group, maybe they can help you troubleshoot? Either way, very sorry to hear about your issues.

[@TheJeenyus24]

@@RS5Fanatic I can show you the emails, but yeah it was Daniel and he wasn't helpful. I just want people to know because I bought from RS Nav based on your videos and I just want viewers to know that my experience with the people and the product wasn't that good.

[@pilotgavin]

Great video. Can you have CarPlay displaying Waze and the factory DAB playing?

[@RobinNewall]

Great video, helped loads installing on my Rs4 cheers buddy

[@RS5Fanatic]

Glad it was a help! Enjoy!

[@RobinNewall]

@@RS5Fanatic and a further thanks to you for your rear diff oil change forum posts!

[@RS5Fanatic]

@@RobinNewall Most welcome. I have a ton of DIY videos here on KZbin, just go to my channel. www.youtube.com/@RS5Fanatic/videos

[@eros143]

Thank you for your work and this video. I am waiting for my kit to come this weekend and get it installed on my 15 allroad. Your video is straightforward and will totally help getting this installed. Already familiar with the mmi since we've recently unmounted it to replace the HDD *5f module failure* . We got it cloned and averted a ridiculous $2500 price tag for a new MMI unit that Audi wants. Saving all that money now allows me to get the carplay unit from RSNAV. The S2 big screens are nice but i read little nagging issues here and there about it. I think the Carplay interface will suffice and keeps it OEM! Just to clarify on the Bluetooth- If I turn off the MMI BT (and use only the Carplay interface BT) - and I happen to be using the factory MMI (Satellite per se) and i receive a phone call--- would that automatically switch to CarPlay even though i did not have it engaged initially? Or would I need to switch to CarPlay or take the call from the phone instead since my oem BT would be off. There are times where i prefer to use SAT (mountains, no cell signal) im just wondering what if... Cheers!

[@billp3326]

Nice guide. I'm putting this on my list.

[@RS5Fanatic]

Thank you Bill. Honestly, its not that expensive and lets you use the big three map programs on the factory screen. It'll read your texts to you, you can speak a reply, just makes the system so much more functional. RS Nav does offer other models with larger screens if you want to go that route. I thought I'd get my feet wet with this model first.

[@ericpreviti9572]

Does this maintain the screens auto dimming feature?

[@jaymassivflo]

Nice work Michel, tackling this soon, thanks !

[@KennyHoeschen]

Great video and very helpful. I also have a 2014 RS5 and am in the process of doing this. I have the MMI unit out and began connecting wiring, but I can’t see the climate control plugs - how do I remove the climate control panel? Do I need special tools? Thanks!

[@RS5Fanatic]

No special tools. Just pull straight back and it comes out. Once out, you have better access to the plugs.

[@KennyHoeschen]

RS5 Fanatic THANKS!

[@SIMON3496]

Do I have to disconnect the car battery for the installation?

[@adotkhan]

Hi, many thanks for your detailed video. Clearly I can see it has helped others users as well as myself when installing these retrofit modules. I wanted to check, I ordered my unit from Eurostyletunning, all works well except the sound in right speakers is low on sound, quality and bass from the left speakers. Is this something you have ovserved too? It creates unpleasant music experience and then I tried adjusting balance but it doesnt help much or lower sound quality. Any tips on this would help. Thanks

[@RS5Fanatic]

I haven't experienced that myself to be honest. Could possibly be a damaged speaker.

[@adotkhan]

@@RS5Fanatic Thanks The speaker is fine as when I play a CD or Radio the voice is perfect. Its this new Retrofit module that is doing this. Will check with seller Thanks alot

[@Ninjatravels28]

Deff thumbs up and subscription... I'm an S5 owner

[@RS5Fanatic]

I appreciate it. Be sure to check out www.audirevolution.net. We could use more S5 owners there. Really good forum which doesn't skew bias towards vendors who pay to post there.

[@Ninjatravels28]

@@RS5Fanatic done

[@DeeJayAdverb]

Thanks for this! Going to tackle this tomorrow!

[@frankonwenu6510]

How was it man

[@DeeJayAdverb]

@@frankonwenu6510 went well!! Worst part was the cheap deck keys getting stuck lol. Otherwise super smoothly!!

[@TeeFat]

@@DeeJayAdverb I'm not getting sound. Any help?

[@DeeJayAdverb]

@@TeeFat wired or wireless? I use the wire, and i shut off bluetooth in the audi MMI and it works great. Before that sometimes i would have to plug it and unplug it and it would work.

[@tonyn7900]

Great install and walkthrough of the unit. I am assuming if my 14 Allroad is HN+, this unit will work......THX again

[@Kiss__Kiss]

I believe so. I know it's been 6 months but have you ordered it, or installed it yet?

[@Jordan-zc2cp]

holy molly, best video ever

[@NBASFAN]

Hey just wondering if I will still have the RS5 startup show up on the start of the car. I dont want to lose that feature

[@Jeeper1378]

Lol i bought this exact unit for my s5 and with a lot of shit going on in my life I forgot about it. Remembered it when i saw a marketplace ad for one .. im like “shit where is that thing” .. i did find it.. might Give it a go next weekend. Ty

[@Charles-ve2yy]

The funny jokes you put into this are great haha!

[@scottmahl2352]

Great video and I got my unit installed so it worked just as you described. Question, I have a 2013 RS5 which has the aux cable installed but I can't figure out how to activate it. Do I need to purchase a VCDS tool from Ross-Tech in order to activate it? I don't have a setup and car button. Thanks

[@RS5Fanatic]

Scott, shoot me an email, ([e-mail]) not sure what you mean in reference to the setup and car button. The RS5, at least in the U.S., had the Aux input activated from the factory. Other "lesser" models need the VCDS to activate the green screen. I believe Carista can also activate the green screen, possibly OBD Eleven.

[@SpiritHalloweenGuy21]

Since it uses Wifi to connect since I have a dash cam that uses WiFi will both be able to connect?

[@dr_cryptomd9135]

How do you remove the AC Center console like you did in the video?

[@RS5Fanatic]

Just pull straight back. The clips are pretty firm so it takes a bit of muscle.

[@Dre1485]

Thank you for the great video. Quick question, where did you route the usb plug?

[@RS5Fanatic]

Andre, I've been a bit lazy, haven't routed it yet but the plan is to route it down past the shift knob and into the storage space underneath the armrest. Haven't really had a need for it but I suppose it'll make firmware upgrades easier if there are any.

[@ethanjapundza6635]

Has anyone had issues with the original square MMI connector not fitting all the way into the carplay splitter? Mine goes most of the way in but is definitely not able to move any further, no matter what I tried.

[@RS5Fanatic]

Good question...you may want to check out the RS Nav Facebook group. Large user group there and they may be able to answer your question.

[@urgoodfriend7510]

I believed navigation models are only capable of this upgrade am I wrong ?

[@theamazingbrothers2024]

Wow… super helpful!

[@kravitz78]

Hi, great vid 🤙 is the antenna install a must? and if i have aux in the armrest but no ami connector?

[@nicholasandersen8745]

Hello what if the car does not have the ami plug in the glove box?

[@RS5Fanatic]

If that's the case, I believe you cannot use this system. Not 100% positive though so please check with the manufacturer.

[@meriemkaici6746]

Mine been working and just stops working , removed the glove box and the light are flashing normally in the retrofit , but still can't find it when searching by wifi or bluetooth , any solutions ?

[@RS5Fanatic]

I've had one or two times when I I had to completely disconnect my iPhone and remove it from the CarPlay menu and then start over, connecting the iPhone from scratch. Have you tried that?

[@takingoff9177]

What were you doing wrong until you were able to get it to work?

[@RS5Fanatic]

I did not turn off the Audi Bluetooth. Needs to use the RS Nav bluetooth.

[@CallMeCancel]

Forgot to mention how to remove climate control panel and unplug climate cable before removing media center with keys, very easy to remove, pry climate panel open from bottom left hole (use a litte force)

[@CallMeCancel]

Removing the climate panel at the end and moving the media cables down makes it easier to push media player back in

[@RS5Fanatic]

The climate control can just be pulled straight forward and out with plugs attached. Can remove them after the fact.

[@marcusmoreland358]

Just installed this in my 2014 RS5 successfully the other day, thanks to your video. Every time I move the scroll wheel on the left side of the steering wheel, my center screen between the dials switches to "external device connected" and always have to switch back to the digital speedometer by pressing the the 'mode' button on the wheel. Did you or anyone else have this issue and how did you solve it if so?

[@RS5Fanatic]

Same on mine. I monitor the oil temps 100% of the time so I'm always forced to click back if I use the left wheel.

[@mohammeddmalik]

Excellent video!

[@antoniomarino7240]

I’m having an issue getting audio. I know you mentioned getting into the green screen but I can’t figure it out. I’m also connecting a mmi cable in the glove box and getting nothing. CarPlay shows up, just no audio. HELP!!

[@Usman.Iqbal225]

hey i got the same issue, did you manage to figure it out, let me know!

[@icecubeninja7932]

Can you do wired CarPlay as well? I prefer the wired version.

[@RS5Fanatic]

On my kit, it did come with an extended USB cable which I did not attach.

[@whiteminimal]

I recently installed the interface but it won't start ? I have no AMI connector in my glove box, but an aux connector in my mid consol. When I start the mmi I can't choose AUX but the Interface won't start by pressing the NAV button. Can someone help me

[@RS5Fanatic]

If you're on Facebook, check with the RS Nav group there, very helpful! facebook.com/groups/1101321910066525/?multi_permalinks=1582820258583352

[@zionknox3685]

Can I install this on 2012 Audi a4

[@LucMcQ]

This tutorial is amazing. Thank you so much for posting. I am about to purchase this. I’m sorry if this has been asked already. Will it be the same process on a 2013 A5 S-Line? I have Nav and the back up camera. Does Siri and the oem backup camera work well? Thanks again!

[@RS5Fanatic]

Should be the same installation process. And yes, Siri and backup camera both work!

[@aaronnoahgwin]

Has anyone found a way to make this work on a 2008 Audi A5 3.2l?

[@milannovakov1c]

Thanks for sharing this guide. Do you have any idea if this will work on Audi A4 B8.5 2013? Thanks!

[@RS5Fanatic]

Should work for the 2013!

[@medvibenitrofit5551]

Have a 2014 RS5 cabrio. Did the whole install. Got a TPMS warning on dash screen plus Nav screen is now black. I plugged everything back to stock and no issues. Does Anyone know why this happened? All switches are turned to off per your instruction. Do I need to try a different switch pattern by chance or did something just not get connected properly?

[@romayojr]

would you or anyone be able to tell me if this is compatible with 2014 audi allroad? 5:10 didn't see allroad from this list.

[@RS5Fanatic]

If you can go into the menu and tell me what version of MMI you have, I can probably give you an answer. I would think yes as the main interface box had multiple Audi vehicles mentioned.

[@romayojr]

RS5 Fanatic HN+_US_AU3G_K0942_3

[@RS5Fanatic]

@@romayojr Yes, should work! I believe I have exactly the same.

[@romayojr]

@@RS5Fanatic awesome. thanks man! i'll keep you posted on here if i decide to order one

[@BenJamminJones1]

Excellent! 🙂

[@itstheterranaut]

Just stumbled on this while I'd been browsing these units elsewhere..... May I ask- these units seem to be either/or, in that they either allow the user to use CarPlay, or the installed MMI. Not both simultaneously. Have I got that right? Only, I often like to listen to the inbuilt radio while navigating; if I was in CarPlay mode, the inbuilt radio would be unavailable I think? Thanks- great video.

[@RS5Fanatic]

I honestly don't know as I haven't listened to the radio in 10 years or more! I'd just use Google Maps, Apple Maps, Waze, etc...going to be more up to date vs. the OE navigation. But the entire MMI is still "launched" and you can toggle back and forth between the two with the press of the NAV button. So it's in the background. Assuming, as long as the radio is selected, it'd work with CarPlay operational.

[@itstheterranaut]

@@RS5Fanatic Thanks!

[@TeeFat]

You said you were doing Carplay installation. What did you do that makes it different from Android auto installation. Thank you.

[@RS5Fanatic]

Nothing really...I'm just using an iPhone.

[@TeeFat]

@@RS5Fanatic Thank you. Installed mine on Friday. How do you answer calls since it's not a touch screen?

[@RS5Fanatic]

@@TeeFat You use the center console MMI controls.

[@jNA5t33]

How responsive is this? Do you notice a delay with carplay?

[@RS5Fanatic]

No delay at all honestly. Amazon used to carry it but they stopped so you'll have to go through RS Nav to get one. I'd stick with the stock screen models, like the one I used as they see to be the most bug free. I've had mine for 3 years now and no issues.

[@A_D2910]

Hi can you please give us link from where to buy that unit

[@A_D2910]

I have Audi Q7 s line plus with MMI plus system

[@vp_222]

How long did it take to ship?

[@erikwilson32]

Would this work on a 2009 Audi A5 as well?

[@RS5Fanatic]

They may or may not have a model for a 2009, just depends on what MMI system you have. You'd need to reach out to any of the vendors to figure that out.

[@erikwilson32]

@@RS5Fanatic thanks for the reply. I will reach out to them

[@jamescoen2593]

dont think they have this product on their website anymore, any suggestions for a substitute. I have a 2015 Audi RS5

[@RS5Fanatic]

I just looked on Amazon and they have a bunch of different units. Just real quickly, I found this one but do check the compatibility with your particular car. Know they're all made in the same factory but different companies have different software licenses. So make sure it's the correct version for your MMI and it has the features you want. www.amazon.com/Compatible-2010-2019-Multimedia-Wireless-Mirrorig/dp/B0BNJ25XW7/ref=sr_1_9?crid=1UNH2VXO14T4&keywords=Wireless%2Bcarplay%2BAudi%2BS5&qid=1689949455&sprefix=wireless%2Bcarplay%2Baudi%2Bs5%2Caps%2C195&sr=8-9&th=1

[@DJPabloSynowiec]

Hello! In my car I only have audio source „AMI” and there’s no such thing as „AUX”. Does the adapter presented in the video just add „AUX” as a source in settings once connected or are any additional actions/programming required?

[@RS5Fanatic]

If your car does not come with AUX as standard, you must enable the "green screen" mode and then enable AUX In. Just do a google search for Audi green screen how to and you should find a guide.

[@DJPabloSynowiec]

@@RS5Fanatic thanks! Worked perfectly fine! Awesome tutorial video

[@riotshockey9]

Hey there thanks for the video. I installed mine today however I didn’t get an external audio input cable like you did in the video. I did get a cable that I plugged into the box and had a usb on the end of it. Do I need to buy an external aux cable like the one you have in the video? Thanks for your help

[@RS5Fanatic]

Yes you do. Can get a cheap one off of Amazon.com!

[@riotshockey9]

RS5 Fanatic thank you for the reply! My final question would be, does it matter what time of this cable? I see there are female and male adapters as well as ones with lightning cable and usb in the end as well. I want to make sure I get the right one!

[@RS5Fanatic]

@@riotshockey9 Just get the USB version. www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005G81J5Q/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@TeeFat]

Do you have climate control overlay when you are in Carplay mode? That was my expectation because of the connection to it but I don't see it. Just checking to make sure I did it correctly. Thank you.

[@clints8888]

Another great video, what happened to your aftermarket air cleaners?

[@RS5Fanatic]

The Eventuri system was sold. Didn't make any hp.

[@199hamill]

I don’t have a nav button. Guess I can’t get this

[@RS5Fanatic]

They may have a different model which'll work with your vehicle. Just go to the RSNav website and see what is available.

[@ZohanMercs]

I have it all hooked up but can’t get to the apple car play screen. Any ideas y’all!?!

[@RS5Fanatic]

Do you have CarPlay enabled on your phone?

[@ZohanMercs]

@@RS5Fanatic yes ! I tried holding down the Nav Button and the media. Nothing worked, I got my car to the screen where’s yours was to connect to aux

[@RS5Fanatic]

@@ZohanMercs Not on the RS Nav unit. Check your iPhone and make sure you have CarPlay enabled.

[@ZohanMercs]

@@RS5Fanatic I figure it out man, all the little switches I set to off and everything works. Originally I followed what ones they said to have on and off. When I switched them to all off and held media it took me to the screen

[@RS5Fanatic]

@@ZohanMercs Awesome! Yeah I forgot about the dip switches. You may have a slightly different unit than I do so the switch positions may change. Enjoy!

[@yoyaniv99]

What paddle extensions are those?

[@RS5Fanatic]

Pinalloy.com

[@raphael9339]

Did you put the new black box behind the MMI unit?

[@RS5Fanatic]

Correct. Tons of space in the RS5 but it's still a tight fit with the wiring.

[@itsarourke]

I have a 2017 SQ5 and does not have an AUX input option.... what would I do? Also, if I have use the RSNav USB wiring to connect to my iphone and run carplay, can i use the iphone to navigate to the apps i want to use or do i have to use the knob on my panel?

[@matej6844]

Hi,can you watch a music videos(youtube)during the drive on that screen?I also have A5 but sportback.

[@djrx2]

Can you provide a link to buy this product? Thanks

[@RS5Fanatic]

amzn.to/3d3U19x

[@djrx2]

Than was quick. Thanks!

[@RS5Fanatic]

@@djrx2 Most welcome!

[@WeirdWabbit]

do you think its possible to retrofit a virtual cockpit into the RS5?

[@RS5Fanatic]

It'd need to be designed from the ground up to do so. I would imagine it would be incredibly complicated and very, very pricey.

[@PatrickWDwyer]

How similar would you say this is to an S4 B8.5

[@RS5Fanatic]

Exactly the same actually, especially if you have the same Mmi I do.

[@PatrickWDwyer]

Not sure. I’m trying to buy the car soon. How do I know if the mmi is the same? I’m only looking for 2013’s or newer

[@RS5Fanatic]

@@PatrickWDwyer Depends on options. If it has navigation, it'll be the same.

[@PatrickWDwyer]

RS5 Fanatic cool thanks yep already has navigation

[@rahulbajaj7667]

Can you please update what’s the password for software update for the system

[@starman1783]

How's the phone call quality? Does it echo? RSNAV claims all of these retrofits have this problem unless you switch the BT back to the Audi MMI after making the carplay connection.

[@ColSkinner]

Hey. Where did you get those shift paddle extensions from? Ideally a link.

[@RS5Fanatic]

www.pinalloy.com

[@MaC.Istanaz]

Is it avaible for 2016 A4,

[@RS5Fanatic]

Yes, should be.

[@Exray737]

Hey man, when i talk on phone via carplay, other side says their voice echoes back to them. Did you experience this or know how to tackle it?

[@RS5Fanatic]

There is something in the setup software that you can adjust and try to make it better.

[@trandanh2866]

For apple car play do you have to plug your phone in or is it completely wireless?

[@RS5Fanatic]

COMPLETELY wireless. It's awesome for the money.

[@trandanh2866]

RS5 Fanatic thanks for the quick reply, buying it now 😂

[@RS5Fanatic]

@@trandanh2866 I'm here to help you spend your money! Be sure to watch my Antigravity battery video too.

[@architecturehappy]

Couple follow up questions, for CarPlay, is it connected to the internet through your phone? Reason I ask is can you download other CarPlay allowed apps like Spotify? And navigation works using GPS from your phone?

[@RS5Fanatic]

Yes to all. You basically are connected to your cell service and can use Pandora, Spotify, your phone's GPS with Apple Maps, Google Maps, Waze, etc...it is all wireless.

[@architecturehappy]

@@RS5Fanatic that’s amazing! I was thinking about doing the 10” rsnav, but using the built in screen would be much cleaner and driving focused which is why I prefer the B8-8.5

[@RS5Fanatic]

@@architecturehappy Was kind of my first thought as well and I haven't seen the 10" version in person yet. And yes, the installation is far easier!

[@raphael9339]

@@RS5Fanatic is the Android Auto wireless? Or does it require the USB?

[@RS5Fanatic]

@@raphael9339 It should be but I'm not the manufacturer and just use Apple products. I don't have an Android phone to say definitively but it should be wireless.

[@MaC.Istanaz]

Hi i want to ask u, i am writting from Turkey, i am looking for car play too and did lots ps search, there are many people having videos like you all around ; installing performance screen over light buttom, between air blowers by passenger side etc. My service here and people i ask here says me to stay away such a things likes this cause electric system can make a chassis and burn, u may use your mod 2-3 years with no proplem but who knows after that electric cables can burn and my service said they fix a car who had chassis prop and man spent 1000 $ to restore; So i cought in middle should i install carplay screen or not

[@RS5Fanatic]

Modern electronics are fairly robust these days, based on what I'm hearing with the larger screens are just fine. Any electronic product can fail, no matter how complicated, or uncomplicated it is. If it's a big worry, then the unit I installed uses all the factory components including the screen.

[@nickyjchoi]

Thanks much for the video. This is super helpful! One quick question. RSNAV unit seems identical to Carlinkit unit and Daniel Kim wrote in the website that Carlinkit is their supplier. Do you know if there's any difference between them? Thanks much again!

[@RS5Fanatic]

So here's the deal as I understand it. There is one supplier for the majority of these head units. Each vendor pays a license to have them produced and have certain features unlocked. So one vendor may not have all the features of another. I know RS Nav also does their own DEV work on top of that. So it really boils down to software features and maybe things like the home screen, what it looks like, etc...hardware wise, they're all pretty much the same.

[@nickyjchoi]

RS5 Fanatic Got it. Thanks much!

[@nickyjchoi]

Just received a response from Daniel Kim. RSNAV units are identical to Carlinkit units. He can provide better customer support though, which is a plus.

[@RS5Fanatic]

@@nickyjchoi Yeah he's been very good about customer service and has been active in the Audi community so I try to support him and RS Nav.

[@nickyjchoi]

Sorry but one quick question. Did you put the toggle switch 7 “off” - the one for back up sensor. I set it off altogether with other switches and I think the backup warning sound is disabled. Thank you!

[@HunterManes]

Hey , how did you get your car to greet you?? I find that so cool! Awesome video!

[@RS5Fanatic]

It's through a new feature in iOS 13 on the iPhone, a script run through automation. There are a few how to's on the internet and it's fairly easy. You have to set it up through the scripting program and it's triggered when CarPlay launches.

[@chriszhou726]

Is there discount if we buy from your link? Or buying more than 1?

[@RS5Fanatic]

No unfortunately, I have zero affiliation with RS Nav or any other CarPlay vendor. Just a consumer like you!