Everything You Need To Know - ATOTO F7WE Double DIN Car Stereo, Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto

[@DORMlN]

Thee most detailed vid of a budget media head unit.

[@jeffsfort]

Atoto has an eBay account as well so sometimes you can find this head unit for well under $100 and optional accessories for really cheap money. I have a beat up Nissan that I use to travel back and forth for family and have been doing the "phone on the dashboard" nav setup and honestly, don't want the obstruction even if it is helpful. This video was great to show the features and give me some really good ideas on how to put a cheap but good nav setup in a car that honestly, putting an expensive system in would be foolish. Thanks for taking the time to film this, definitely subscribing!

[@wjckc79]

Damn dude. You're a natural at reviews. I took a peek at your other videos. Subscribed. Don't give up on this.

[@b.i.l6570]

I like the fact that u explained everything even connecting the ps3 that’s something us gamers wanted to know

[@Rawrkee]

You're welcome man, I actually just hooked up my Playstation Classic to it and lets just say I've spent too much time in my garage not working on cars.. hahahah You can hook up any game console, you'll just need a hdmi converter, this is the one I'm using amzn.to/3L99qr1

[@b.i.l6570]

@@Rawrkee yo thank u very much for the link I appreciate you a lot any more videos u make I’m definitely gonna be watching

[@Life-gm2sj]

I just bought this for my daughter’s car. I saved this video for the excellent review of the features. Well done!

[@capitalgeorge]

Just purchased.. Liked and Subscribed.. Atoto F7 WE + Backup Camera: Thanks Alot!

[@Rawrkee]

You're welcome, I'm glad you enjoyed the vid! I hope the install goes smoothly for you

[@officially_teo5180]

6:51 For some reason when I try to play youtube on the head unit through mirror link on my Iphone it says there’s an error…and wont play the video. Any way to fix this?

[@alexHandyman]

Ciao io quando collego L iPhone mi duplica lo schermo ma cliccando su un video mi esce la scritta ( si è verificato un problema tocca per riprovare ) ma non va ?

[@essenceofemerald]

Wow, never have I ever watched a review that answered all of my questions and was fully detailed. I was JUST about to buy this head unit, I even have the steering wheel control in my shopping cart still but went with a cheaper one (it's still a good unit, the Eonon X20 for $99, camera included, it was on sale). If I woulda seen this video yesterday, I would have went with this one hands down, especially with the custom wallpapers and carlink. I'm trying so hard right now not to convince myself to take out my unit and switch it. Thanks for the amazing video!🎉

[@moekrinkle5771]

Watch me review your mom

[@SerenoOunce]

I tried the X20. The audio was atrocious no matter how much you messed with the EQ. And your 'USER' adjustments are not saved if you try another preset after. + the WiFi and BT died 2'nd day after it was installed. Nice UI but the HU is garbage. And EONON's "official" YT vid showed to take it apart and cut the wires to disable the onboard Mic if opting to use an external. Also, a SWC adapter is redundant if car uses resistive controls. Only required if the signals go through the CAN Bus.

[@kevindellatore]

its honestly crazy how far these have come. A few years ago, building infotainment systems used to be laggy as hell besides Teslas, even expensive cars had laggy systems. But this looks somewhat smooth for not a lot of money. Some stutters is to be expected.

[@CadenM67]

It won’t let me click on most apps how to do fix that for example I can’t click auto link

[@coyprice8577]

Love the video. But can anyone tell me why I can’t watch KZbin when I screen mirror. The mirroring works but when I try to watch a video it won’t.

[@zailontariff2527]

How about the sound quality?

[@MidnightPodcast]

I just ordered this. SO pumped!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Hamer95USA]

Great & thorough review on the ATOTO F7WE head unit! I am looking to buy a new head unit and this was one of the head unit that I was looking at.

[@robbiexiong3508]

Same. Put one in my son's scion and was like ..... Woaaaaa it's got some major bass

[@scottyzevt]

Your right it actually makes the speakers sound bassier.

[@robertmapp6506]

does it have boot logo

[@universetechnique]

You the best explaining thank you. Gonna put that on the Luder. You got our grandfather Scotty Kilmer on 😅 Keep them electronic gadget video uploaded great videos. Do what you do best. Post more car meets wanna see who is still riding. We all are still watching.

[@tr.nguyen7165]

Thanks for the review man, just ordered one!

[@Rawrkee]

Awesome! Hope you like it!

[@dporrasxtremeLS3]

These videos are So informative and helpful I Had to subscribe!!! Thanks for all your hard work and research!

[@ivanrubalcava08]

Great stuff, thanks for turning me on to ATOTO!

[@chucksvault]

Screen mirrors but KZbin doesn’t play 😢

[@Rawrkee]

Yes, I can only assume that with the newer apple updates, it may cause issues with screen mirroring 🫤

[@mrjosedr17]

6:20 my outlink does not play the video. Only work if I disconnected it. Any advice Also can playstore or KZbin can be downloaded?

[@Rawrkee]

If you're using an iPhone, it'll play video through bluetooth or wifi, which is why the video and audio are not in sync sometimes. The only way you can add the playstore is by getting a Ai Box Adapter. I just published a video today, you can check it out here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nX7ZgpSiZceGY9E

[@blonderaider4281]

Great video. You sold me on this unit. Thank you.

[@Rawrkee]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@Gary-Seven-and-Isis-in-1968]

How can I set an imported photo as a wallpaper on my 7703C head unit. These units have the logo function removed, but there are spare blocks available in the wallpaper gallery.

[@kamillastarr]

Android auto rocks I can't wait to get this head unit

[@viewsan]

3:21 naaaahhh that lag though 🤣🤣

[@Rawrkee]

😆 there is a lag when you each time you start up the system but then it loads fast after a few swipes

[@JuanLopez-cn8ue]

Mine would not play the KZbin videos. Keeps saying something went wrong

[@Picklejam08]

This is a great Head Unit and price point. I'm very happy with mine and the wireless Apple CarPlay that connects the second I get into the car. Easy to install and Atoto has fantastic customer service. Buy one, you can't go wrong!

[@pandassudsnshine4125]

I have everything hooked up and notice when the day is hot. The unit will be hot before I start the car. Which causes the unit to lag or freeze until it’s cool enough to make use of the map or play music.

[@Rawrkee]

Ah man, sorry to hear about the overheating issue. Now I understand why the maxpeedingrods head unit has a fan. I haven’t used the F7 in hot temp yet and so I haven’t had the same issue. Try reaching out to ATOTO and see if they can recommend a solution. Sorry I’m not much help

[@kybirge3431]

you can make a small hole in your ac tunnel make a small route to the back of the head unit area. i did it to a subaru with an old touch screen unit

[@deltacharlie5331]

Is there any way to change the radio station presets you show at 8:57? I can't find any way to edit them and input a specific frequency to be saved on these 6 slots

[@Rawrkee]

@@deltacharlie5331 when you’re on the station you want to save, tap and hold on the preset to overwrite it

[@lancescott7620]

I went through all the steps which is only a couple to try to get mirrorlink to work and it will not work with my phone. iPhone

[@brentenashpole6743]

Does this HU have the amp on/off feature in the settings? And do you have to have the parking brake wire connected and parking brake on, in order to watch videos?

[@Shinare73]

How do you make the steering wheel controls work with this head unit?

[@SKSAKIB1]

Same question.

[@Mahcmahc20]

I just don't get how to connect the amp.. the 2 wires from my amp one is red and one is white on my amp so I connect the red one where Is says sub on the Back of the F7 where I'm supposed to connect the white wire coming from the amp on the trunk of my car ???

[@Rawrkee]

Sounds like your amp setup is like mine, one for left channel and one for right channel. The ATOTO head unit only supplies one aux and it’s for the left channel. I just plugged one and left the other unplugged on both ends

[@Mahcmahc20]

​@@Rawrkee got you so I'm just gonna plug the red one coming from my amp the disconnect the white on both ends it should work fine right??

[@Rawrkee]

@@Mahcmahc20 yeah, if you plug red into the ATOTO, plug the other red into your amp. Leave the white one unplugged

[@Mahcmahc20]

@@Rawrkee thanks for the reply

[@sharkbait_6585]

So how do I use my rca cable to sub output when it only has one rca output and my amp has two outputs

[@Rawrkee]

I had the same issue, it should still work with just one rca plugged into your amp. It’s just to for left and right channel. Or you can try a splitter like this amzn.to/3OHsBbF

[@yetimansquatch]

I have a 2018 Tacoma with the bare bones system. I bought the Atoto F7 We. Is there a harness adapter that I can purchase somewhere? I don't want to splice any wires

[@Rawrkee]

Yes, you just need a radio wire harness for your Tacoma amzn.to/46dEu0g

[@yetimansquatch]

​@@RawrkeeI appreciate your help. It wasn't the exact harness I needed, but you steered me in the right direction. Thanks again

[@lcbnation9730]

I just got one here in the Bahamas 🇧🇸 can’t wait to install it. But it was expensive to get here 😢

[@Rawrkee]

Ahhh man, well hopefully my video covered everything you wanted to know about the stereo, good luck with the install!

[@lovablevietboy]

My bluetooth connects but plays music making it scratching noises. Is there a way to upload the OS? My sound doesn't come out sometimes...

[@NiagaraInn]

I have issue with this ATOTO. It stuck in the android booting screen. It looks like software update but it's not updating. Can't hear songs in my car for 2 years.

[@Rawrkee]

That’s terrible to hear your experience 🫨 Have you tried sticking a needle in that tiny Reset button?

[@kash2675]

how'd you go about setting up the steering wheel controls?

[@Levup_XP_Outdoors]

? how are you wired connecting your phones to the unit? I didn't notice any plugs for usb in the rear and your not using the front usb...

[@Rawrkee]

this is the wireless addition and so I'm able to use carplay and android auto without any wires. The only usb port is on the front and so I choose not to use it because it's in the way and looks ugly in my opinion.

[@jadriennehoneybadger5414]

How do you disable the beep every tim you touch a button???

[@520Stingray]

Mine says “something when wrong” when playing back KZbin. Any idea on how to fix it?

[@Dylan_0130]

Can you connect pre existing backup camera

[@LuisAPeregrina]

Yes, but only aftermarket cameras

[@gregorcutt1199]

I ordered an Atoto A6 four years ago. While I love the concept, that head unit (really, it's a small computer) is just about the slowest machine I've ever seen. It can take up to 5 minutes to boot.

[@Rawrkee]

Has it always booted up that slowly? If you ever decide to upgrade, the S8 series have better specs

[@osayi41]

Hey l just watched your video l am unable to watch youtube with no video the audio is okay. What did l do wrong?

[@JackMeadows6322]

Great showcase and review.

[@stevevet3652]

I read several reviews on ATOTO FE. Most reported that after a few months, the unit fails or one or more functions fail. How has the unit worked for you? I really want to purchase one but there is the fear factor going on after reading the reviews.

[@robertmurphy7997]

Proper fast review well done sir 👏

[@Rawrkee]

Thanks, glad it was helpful!

[@Doviruses.existbaileyonodysee]

on the back where you have the L/in R/in . So you don't have to plug an aux cable into the front. Could you get an aux to Rca adapter and hook up an mp3 player or another output audio source ? cheers from shaun

[@Nostalgic64]

I got this and it was worth it. I used to have a no name brand radio and for about 4 years now till one day one of the wire burnt our, so I decided its time to upgrade. Was gonna buy a Sony radio that was about 300usd but no wireless android auto. So glad I found this video before purchasing it because this is cheaper and has about the same features, but has the wireless and android auto

[@Rawrkee]

Awesome, glad you enjoyed the video and found something that works for you! Maybe when you want to upgrade again, you'll want to try out the Atoto S8 Premium 10.1 inch hahahha

[@Shepardofman]

This is a no name brand. These cheap linux based head units are garbage.

[@jeremygoodbread355]

You talk real good, subbed.

[@francoislambert4739]

The Antenna Power output (blue wire / numbert 5) does not seems to work. Always energized, even when the radio is off.

[@ktran991]

Thank you for this excellent review. Wonder if you can help. My rear camera has all the power but the head unit shows “No signal.” Do anyone know how to fix this? Other unit has settings for different formats: PAL, NTSC,… How to set up the format for the Atoto F7?

[@Gamingrelease]

Running into this currently. What was your solution?

[@ktran991]

@@Gamingrelease Sorry but I don’t remember. Got power to the camera but ran into a perplexing problem; the camera doesn’t come on when the car is in reverse, it is only on when you set to “R. Camera” in the menu.

[@philiphovey9910]

Do you know if there is a way to adjust the default volumes...mine is set on 20 and you can't hear it and when I go in settings and adjust everything it goes back to 20 when I restart the truck

[@headstrong6523]

My s7 we has a problem not playing sound and has to be reset ALL THE TIME! So annoying

[@rickmerkus714]

I also have one of the same but no camera the problem i have is i set the year the month the time and radio stations and when I turn off my car then turn it back on the radio stations keep but the year and month and time goes back sometimes to 1970 is also off why does this happen how can I fix it

[@chahalmaninder3554]

Hey Do you know what’s the reason if A6 PF wireless appleplay is disconnecting after some time and sometimes music sound stops

[@Rawrkee]

I havent had this issue but I would try resetting the bluetooth connection by removing your phone from the head unit and deleting the head unit from your phone's saved bluetooth devices. Hope this helps!

[@rico18.3]

Which threads need to be reversed to save the settings?

[@carlosrsd734]

Which should I get for my 00’ civic coupe? I want something that could help my speakers perform to their max capability

[@Rawrkee]

In my experience, the ATOTO head units make the audio much louder and clear but if you're unhappy with the upgrade, ATOTO also offers a plug and play amplifer to further enhance the audio. Here are the links: AEC01 amzn.to/3mhUwor AEC02 amzn.to/3KKg9Y1 if you're wondering what Head unit to go with, these are the ones I've tested myself A6PF (android 7") - can download apps from the playstore F7WE (linux 7") - cannot download additional apps S8 Premium (android 10.1") - same like the A6PF but much higher quality I'm currently working on a video for the S8 Premium and its def my favorite so far. It just depends on how you're planning to use it. If you just want a simple interface that is stable, I recommend the F7WE. If you're a little geeky and I like downloading apps and playing with electronics, get the A6PF. If you want high quality and a big display, get the S8. The S8 also has a 7inch version too but I just think it makes sense to get a bigger screen because it's pretty much a tablet and who wants a tiny tablet? Hope this helps!

[@carlosrsd734]

@@Rawrkee how do you feel about the reviews saying the Bluetooth or car play stops working after 3 months or so

[@Rawrkee]

@@carlosrsd734 I've had some experience with it somewhat malfunctioning. The audio would clip every 5-10 sec. I rebooted the system and it seems to work normally now but I can confirm there is some sort of issue. I'll try my best to work with ATOTO to get it worked out

[@oneleapformankind2511]

Just got this July 2024, can't get autolink to work while CarPlay is on. Screen says I need to disconnect CarPlay then connect with usb. Problem is disconnecting CarPlay. I manually have to do it on my phone. Does anyone know how to disconnect CarPlay from head unit?

[@phigolden2706]

Do I have to have the phone connected with USB to use android auto? Or car play?

[@Rawrkee]

no, you don't have to have your phone hooked up by wire to use CarPlay or Android Auto. I just prefer keeping my phone on the charger and I noticed that the response time is faster rather than using a wireless connection

[@ruwan23boy]

Does it's build in subwoofer amplifier? For the factory passive sub

[@3s1kill]

I just picked one up on Prime Day 2024 for $110 with the backup camera. I can't wait to try it out.

[@MackMainSupreme]

I jus got 1 from eBay 4 $71.

[@davidramlogan8590]

Recently bought this and the radio Am fm don't pick up

[@seahil]

Excellent review and description - thanks!

[@AlexisOEM]

Can I use Carplay with one phone and play music through aux port using other phone?

[@manolodiaz-vz6kr]

Can I install in 2009 grand caravan

[@Rawrkee]

yes, you just need a double din dash kit amzn.to/46aaWBj I also recommend a wire harness so you won't have to cut into your car's harness to install the radio amzn.to/3CDwTuY

[@Native722]

Do you use the tf card slot? I don't the wireless carplay is a must have, you can still plug in.

[@mohamedahmedmamdouhomran]

Hi can you advise with a device for my golf mk4 with all needed accessories. Thanks

[@rhomis]

So, you have a "wire" hanging somewhere to plug your android into? Also, does this device show file folders when accessing the SD card? Also, does Android Auto charge the phone while it is being used? Can you listen to the FM radio or music while using the map/navigation?

[@ELEVOPR]

looks like you have to mirror it wired and not wireless to view KZbin?

[@ChristopherFox-nb4zj]

if i buy this unit can i hook my iphone up using the usb port on the front face because i dont want to alwasy hook up my phone to talk to play music and waze through blue tooth...also is this hard to install i gave a 2002 highander please repoly

[@GeorgeStar]

Can you hood up a front dash cam?

[@huntingbob123]

My Atoto activates suri whenever I turn the music volume up. Is there a solution or a way to deactivate voice controll on the atoto? I deactivated it in my phone, but it still does it. I don’t have factory steering wheel controls, so I didn’t wire that in.

[@vitaliyborysenko7010]

Do you know wich hardware can i use to install this to Kia Sorento 2014

[@farhanfarooqi7190]

Does the Atoto front and rear camera record while you're driving or is there a way to?

[@Rawrkee]

No, you would have to get a dash cam

[@honda97ish]

Is there a version of this head unit that has a volume knob?

[@chadnavarro5507]

i bought a couple off amazon that said they it did wireless android auto, but they don't. does this unit really do wireless with no wire thanks.

[@Rawrkee]

There are two versions, make sure the model number is F7WE, the WE means Wireless Edition

[@chadnavarro5507]

@@Rawrkee im sorry i got a couple chinese knockoffs that said wireless android auto and they never worked also need a wire i guess that was my first mistake lol

[@2headstalking]

IS there a compatibility list to see what vehicles this works for?

[@Rawrkee]

@@2headstalking it’s a standard size double din radio. So just go on google, enter the year make and model with “double din stereo kit”. You’ll easily find if there’s a double din kit for your car or not

[@ΠάνοςΠαπαγεωργίου-ψ3σ]

Installed and using this Head Unit the last 6 months and I am really satisfied. Just one point, when Apple CarPlay is connected and Google maps is used for navigation, radio or any other sound input stops. Any idea if this can be solved with a setting or something ? Thanks!

[@alexisminor8645]

How did you connect the reverse camera?

[@RDVD]

How to connect the steering wheel controls?

[@TheShandy123.]

Using this atoto f7 and autolink doesnt work with my iphone, any help/suggestions please? Great video btw, you’ve been the reason I’ve bought it!

[@Rawrkee]

Ahhh man, glad I helped you pick a good head unit! Here are a few things you can: - use a different cable - restart the head unit by pushing the reset button on the bottom left of the unit - you can try opening autolink and then plugging your phone. Was autolink working before? or has it never worked at all?

[@TheShandy123.]

@@Rawrkee thanks for responding! It finally worked, I just had to remove the F7 connection from the carplay setting and then re-plug the cable!

[@christyjoy7018]

Can you make a video how to bypass the factory amp?

[@Rawrkee]

I used this harness on my 8th Gen civic amzn.to/4bBnfbZ At the time, I wanted to make a video but it was so many steps that I ended up not recording it :/

[@chefbaker786]

Does this work with the 2014 Chevy cruz?? And am I going to need to buy separate parts to make it fit or no??

[@Rawrkee]

Hi, yes this will fit. Theres a double din dash kit on amazon amzn.to/45nkjxd or you can get this kit that comes with all the wires you'll need amzn.to/3MtOCdb I hope this info helps!

[@danielyang930]

I already have a existing Back up camera. Do I have to change the camera or just swap the wiring?

[@raytitone1583]

Im giving a like just for the prelude wallpaper!

[@MountaineerMapleDIY]

Will this work in 2014 honda pilot

[@Explore-Gobal]

Checkout isn't accepting your discount code for some reason?

[@Steve-l9v]

Does it work with pac swi-cp2 for steering wheel control

[@honchos1982]

How do you listen to Sirius xm radio

[@ssdamu]

Got this installed and I love everything about the F7 WE except…I can’t figure out how to rearrange the icons. I want the front camera and rear camera apps/icons on the same screen or even better on the main screen. Do you know if this is possible?

[@Rawrkee]

Unfortunately, you can’t rearrange the Home Screen. Not sure if it’s because this is a Linux based system but on the other ATOTO head units, you can rearrange the Home Screen because they’re android based

[@ssdamu]

Thanks for the reply and info. I appreciate you taking the time to answer.

[@flyincoyote3810]

So does netflix only not work on android auto or apple play too??? Any ways around that??

[@Rawrkee]

No, there is no way to get netflix on this car stereo. However, this a device you can purchase that will use Carplay and display an Android-Based system which will have the Google Playstore, Netflix, and etc. I just posted a review on the product yesterday, you can check it out here kzbin.info/www/bejne/nX7ZgpSiZceGY9E

[@flyincoyote3810]

@@Rawrkee thanks..I like your detailed videos. Keep up the good work..I just purchased one off amazon

[@johnmckenzie5707]

Are internet radio apps compatible with this head unit. Will they display and function as they do on my phone?

[@faithbuildingwoodwork1917]

@Rawrkee question, I ordered the F7. I’ve got it installed and I’m impressed however, I cannot get the auto link to mirror my phone. I’m an iPhone user, please help I’ve been wanting KZbin to stream.

[@jola689]

I have the atoto f7 we and i mostly listen to radio and everytime it connects carplay it switches to my music and I have to switch it back. and now i found out that if you use google maps you can't listen to the radio while your using google maps? I used another camera for the rear, can I use the included camera for the front?

[@davidcardenas4266]

I'm considering getting one, did you solve this issue?

[@LoriMcCreary-s3q]

Would this specific model work in a 2014 VW Jetta??