How To Install Android Head Unit For BMW X5 E70 & E71 X6 - The Ultimate Multimedia System

[@KevinNelson-p2u]

Where can I find this unit?

[@ianmatterson5632]

great video tutorial fella, makes me far more comfortable taking the install on myself, would love to see a run thru of the many menu setting for the intial setup...Keep up the good work fella, we need it..

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

2023 UPDATE: We have just tried the latest Android 12 unit from Seicane and it blows the xtrons in this video out of the water. Check out the new version here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/eoWbZISopbOhgrM

[@savvaspierides7260]

Hi there. Does the reversing camera working with Xtron?

[@heyhayhay247]

My wife's E70 X5M has an AVIN unit in it, and we love it. This one looks pretty similar.

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

I was really impressed with how original the system felt when it was installed. A highly recommended upgrade for these cars!

[@billions50]

Spii...spi...spitt..it.. out already! Stu, stu stuttering Stanley 😂😂

[@billions50]

I have a different and updated radio but the install was the same. Thank you much!!

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

Awesome!

[@JohnNemesis7]

Good video, you helped me a lot with this tutorial. But what do you mean about AUX cable to the glove box? Thanks

[@Mguy393]

Can you provide more detail about the bit where you said "I don't have to plug into the AUX port?" Is there a known factory audio system configuration where this is required? Great video! Thank you!

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

Ccc fitted vehicles have 2 aux ports depending on config from the factory. One port is direct in the back of the ccc. The other through the mulf module. The vehicles with it direct to ccc do not need the cable

[@DoYouLikePantz]

@@ZeroTo60Tube I had the same thought, thanks!

[@baniperez9657]

How would I know if mine has a direct aux in the back ?

[@AndrewAstley]

This is a sweet vid, great help for me installing my new unit today!

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

Glad I could help!

[@victoramores8253]

i see in factory settings that there is aux switch in manual and then there is a menu where u can choose the position of aux 1 and aux 2 , do you think with some trick ob thse menus i will be able to skip the aux cable from the armrest to the unit?

[@ThomasMoran-h5y]

Hi top video but when you put the unit in, there was 2 cables come out of the old one the silver one and a black one where do you put the black one

[@j_koilege]

Great video. Kindly advise on the microphone when making a phone call. The last time a bought an after market stereo the mic was an absolute joke! I hope this works well coz am seriously considering getting it.

[@krzysztofhoffman2091]

Thank you for the detailed instructions, but the original camera in the CCC navigation does not work for me. How to connect it?

[@chrishollingsworth1980]

Great video on the android unit,could you do a video on how to change the start stop button and also the idrive knob as I can’t seem to find a video on how or which one to use ta

[@mbperfection]

nice info video !!! few quick quetions: does the CCC onboard GPS navigation still work ? does the android navigation work even without 4G or 5G cellular signal ? Does the idrive radio still work ? does the idrive backupcamera still pop on when put on reverse gear ? does the idrive tire pressure monitor system still work ? thanks

[@Callmepapimami]

My unit has no audio do you know why? I connected the aux cable in the only jack that it fits into

[@lukeviewservice]

The little speaker is for gps voice guidance from the units maps. Not apple CarPlay maps. So if you are listening to the actual cars radio you can still hear the androids gps guidance.

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

Ahhh that makes sense, would be a handy little feature.

[@lukeviewservice]

@@ZeroTo60Tube only if you use the inbuilt maps. If you use android auto or apple CarPlay it doesn’t work. Not on my unit anyway. I guess if you hotspot your phone to the unit then it could be used but I just like CarPlay

[@mattcreek9526]

Great vid, can I ask where you installed the speaker that came with the new harness??

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

Just in the passengers foot well tucked up out of the way

[@OokamiDSnuris]

Good video, shows everything, my question is if I have a cd changer in my glovebox is still the same way to change screen ?

[@motodigitalvideo]

That's a massive uplift to the interior, looks awesome 👍

[@marcwonnacott3286]

Best channel on KZbin guys. Started watching as I have a 335i but love watching all the content.

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

legend, thanks for the support!

[@stevebaptie1156]

This is a great video and one that swayed me into buying the unit for my E70. I have some problems though: 1. Cannot get Bluetooth and Wi-Fi to connect at the same time, I have to switch off Bluetooth on my iPhone XS, to connect to Wi-Fi and Bluetooth will kick off Wi-Fi when its switched back on again.. 2. Connecting to Bluetooth, on startup, is hit and miss so have to switch on and off the ignition until Bluetooth connects and I can access all functions eg: Google Maps Spotify and Phone.

[@AM4project]

How is your audio? Mine is ok - there is always a buzzing sound

[@stevebaptie1156]

@@AM4project audio is clear as a bell

[@AM4project]

@@stevebaptie1156 i wish mine was clear, im running the 3.5 jack into the center armrest jack input, whats your setup

[@stevebaptie1156]

@@AM4project I have done the same. Have you changed over your original system to Auxiliary?

[@stevebaptie1156]

@@AM4project have you changed the original sound system over to auxiliary?

[@belafre]

Hello, and great job, guys!!! Does this unit have Sirius-XM built-in functionality? The reason why is a very bad problem with switching my XM satellite service from Canada to the US since it was cheaper in the USA. Now, my XM does not work. It won't display the radio code. I have tried at least 2 head units, and the same issues persist. I have spent lots of money at the dealership, and I have wasted countless hours with XM tech support and am still waiting for a resolution. Any info would be much appreciated.

[@jpwilliams5264]

No pre out on these right?

[@tomtuck3336]

When do you have to connect the aux ? Is it only on older models? Fitting this on a 2012 x6 soon . Thanks

[@academyofwayne7868]

Hey guys what happened with that little speaker you had and was unsure what it was used for? Great video real helpful

[@savvaspierides7260]

Hi there. I bought and I install it on my X6 but the problem is that the reversing camera is not working. Any idea what is happening?

[@heydeereman1040]

Thanks for the vid, wasn't sure from the ad if all the CCC functions worked

[@jacksonhewitt-plainfield6186]

Mine CCC doesn't work do you know what CAN do you choose from the menu

[@heydeereman1040]

My CCC worked out of the box, except I did have to change the resolution to one that looked right since it had a smaller factory screen

[@themidnightclub4330]

Looks cool man , same wood effect trim in my 335i , keep it up !

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

the wood is always a nice touch 👌

[@Semaj.18272]

My read DVD player stock doesn’t work anyone knows the fuse location ?

[@2000mateo1]

Hi, I bought this screen and everything works, but the car info doesn’t show up, y can use the mouse of the car for the monitor but when click the menu button the screen get black instead of showing the Drive menu or navigation system, my car is a BMW X5 2007. Please help !! 🙏🙏🙏

[@ChainDawggx412]

I’m having the same problem

[@steveanthony8728]

Hi great video can you please give me the details off what system this is please

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

This is an xtrons, it is a few years old now tho........

[@luvpoems4u]

My present unit the screen has gone dead! Nothing will come on...checked the fuse on the back panel (Good) not sure if there is one in the front fuse panel! Any insight? Thanks!

[@michaelkaruga1678]

Hi how did you change the skin display? I can't figure out how to do it, and can you also advice on how to do the reverse camera. Thanks

[@julianamann2866]

Hidden menu. Advanced settings protected by password: there u go

[@lukejohnson5074]

How do we get it up lol

[@jish9333]

will my backup camera still work with it?

[@newbeginnings8566]

Looks good.. I wonder if this works on the X5 F15 version?

[@RouelJones]

As soon as you said "make sure you get the right setup" I knew I messed up 🤦🏾‍♂️ but I did watch both installations and didn't see a difference 🤔 are the cic and ccc versions interchangeable at this point?

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

Not to my knowledge. You will need to get the unit swapped if you have the wrong one.

[@jasoncorbiere795]

Does changing and upgrading from original system to these new screens effect the sound quality of the vehicle or is it the same

[@StratoJohn]

Owl city, popular when I was a bit younger haha. Neat install, makes the dash look so much more modern 👍🏻

[@ChrisTranRocks]

Thanks for your video. I bought the same unit for my 2008. Installed everything is good including sound. Did you have to do anything to get the OEM reverse camera to display correctly on the old idrive view? When I switch to reverse it goes to the office view but gets frozen, sensors all work but no display.

[@hhuhhd]

Try to reset your unit or get a firmware update from your supplier.

[@ChrisTranRocks]

@@hhuhhd Thanks for your reply, turns out my oem camera was broken. Fixed it by installing and aftermarket camera. Happy days :)

[@tshepp89]

@@ChrisTranRocks Did the aftermarket camera improve picture quality?

[@ChrisTranRocks]

@@tshepp89 oh yeah! Huge difference, it was worth running that extra cable to the rear of the car. Much clearer now. 👍

[@tshepp89]

@@ChrisTranRocks cool! I'll have to look into it! Cheers

[@mcjjordan]

Did you stick gps antenna upsidedown?

[@igotaction]

Please do the menus video. I have a 2011 E70 M57 and might want one of those

[@stevetaiapa5566]

fantastic video and now I want one. is there anyone in brisbane that you can recommend to install and purchase from please?

[@conandrum74]

Thanks for the video. If you want to listen to OEM FM, do you have to go into the CCC menu and choose FM? I am wondering what happens when you play some music into the AUX-IN jack in the center console. Does it mix/play over whatever the Xtrons is playing at the time?

[@Ensignpeak]

yes I wonder the same thing. I saw on another type of these MMI upgrades that FM AM radio was no longer useable after the conversion and the current car speaker phone microphone no longer worked. I wonder if that is the case with this unit too?

[@conandrum74]

@@Ensignpeak after 2 months I know what happens. Yes playing into aux in armrest will mix with android. FM does play if you go into the CCC menu and choose it. Simply put, android outputs audio into aux. Nothing else is affected in any way, sound wise. It's like plugging your phone or a ipod. Regarding video, it displays its own video output on its screen, but you can choose to see the CCC menu if you like, and that's it. Nothing is adversely affected in any way. Only better things on top of what you already have. I have one such top of the line unit for sale if anyone is interested, 10.25", 8gb, 128gb, shipping worldwide.

[@imranmo1558]

Hi this is very helpful but what size is the screen pls

[@NobodyDOTCommer]

Hey there I have a 2008 4.8i e70 what do I need to support this kit or Is it all included. Please help thanks

[@ozkan38]

Hey mate any links to where you got the head unit from?

[@ianmatterson5632]

hello fella, do you think its worth the trouble of upgrading my 2009 x5 ccc, to a later cic sytem? the reason i ask is because i have the easier option of just installing a 12.3" android unit and wonder if i would ever need to use the original ccc menu side of thing?, obviously the full cic upgrade would be around 500.00 hence my reluctance to just go ahead with it...Any help you can share having the insight of using the andriod head's up display would be so so welcomed fella..cheers ian

[@tomasa6343]

My car originally came with CCC, but was retrofitted with CIC. My question is, what kind of Xtron should I choose?

[@kynzie14]

I recently installed the new 12.3 in CIC Android screen in my 2010 X5. I am having issues with the following: 1. The BMW Factory System view is accessible. However, I cannot figure out how to properly calibrate the view. All of the factory screen views are off-centered and it is difficult to select items because some aren’t visible. I have gone through all of the setting tabs on the screen and cannot figure it out. 2. My system will not allow me to delete/disconnect mobile devices that were attached to the radio for testing. The audio shop’s technician synced his phone to the screen for testing and it will not delete from the screen. Any advice you can offer on these questions would be greatly appreciated.

[@MowerModdin]

I can't wait to do this to my E60. I'd like to see the head unit review also

[@darrylheather5512]

Hey, like the video. So much I thought I'd try the install myself. It seems easy enough, I have CCC model like the one in your video. Is there anything I need to keep in mind or anything I should look out for when installing this unit? I needed something to do during lockdown. Haha. This is it. Any advice would be great. Thanks.

[@taylorsons4303]

Hey Darryl how was the installation? Did everything work like you want it to? I'm looking to buy one

[@darrylheather5512]

@@taylorsons4303 Hey Taylor, installation was easy. Took me about 12mins to install. Amazingly simply. Just make sure you have a Phillips screw driver and a plastic tool to careful unclip the bottom cover part. Just to make sure you don't scratch anything.

[@taylorsons4303]

@@darrylheather5512 Thanks bro I've just installed my an hour ago but the back up cam doesn't show. I put it on oem settings still no video..smh

[@darrylheather5512]

@@taylorsons4303 my reverse camera doesn't work, but then, I'm from the old school where I use the side mirrors, rear view mirror along with the sensors, beeping me when I'm too close. The graphics for those are on my screen though. I haven't taken the time to look at the wires for this. I should, but haven't yet.

[@taylorsons4303]

@@darrylheather5512 I know right. I actually got it to work 💯

[@abdurrahmansahin2909]

Which year model is this X5? Wonder if it works with 2007 X5.

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

This one is a 2007 or 2008 from memory.

[@glenfieldgilbert5795]

How different would a CIC installation of an Xtrons system? Do you have a video?

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

pretty much exactly the same

[@AM4project]

Hello great video. I have installed a very similar unit. The audio through the aux cable input is very noisy. Do you know what i could do to troubleshoot it/ fix it? I was thinking of hardwiring the audio jack…everything else works wonderfully

[@GCguru]

ensure your aux cable is super duper high quality, use a voltmeter and check resistance at each end wiggling it all over. IMO, 5 out of 10 brand new unbranded aux cables are trash. get a name branded and heavily shielded cable from a guitar center or similar, and only buy the absolutely shortest cable you need. -check it isn't pinched anywhere - check it isn't running alongside ANY other cables, especially power cables. -set aux output on phone/mp3 at about 50% or maximum 65% volume and turn off all modifications aside from Dolby if you want. no sound effects, EQ, bass amplifier etc. set aux input gain at radio. this high level aux input in a perfect world sucks at best so keep expectations moderate. there shouldn't be any clipping or popping and if there is, replace cable and ENSURE they are inserted tightly! for example, a modern Android phone running KZbin audio should be 80% perfect between 0 and 50% on head unit volume. above that, your going to amp engine noise and crap to some degree. if you want to avoid the issue, run line level audio (ipod cable output to a ipod ready player is line level..i.e. preset low voltage level...same as the voltage between Bluetooth devices..l...I'd use a quality Bluetooth device and ditch the aux cable, however, I do use a 3.5mm monster cable aux cable (10mm thick cable) and keep level under 60% so my typical listening level at radio (30-60%) is pretty damn good. ...also, any whine from ignition and either cable IA grounded to Chassis somewhere, bad cable, other speaker wire grounded somewhere etc. start by laying aux cable in a different route to see if it goes away.

[@nkemonyegbula7097]

Please do you have a link where i can purchase this specific unit as i want to avoid the inferior ones out there

[@johnblincow4003]

Hello from Scotland, I have purchased the QPB10X5cc for my 2007 E70 X5 which appears to be ccc, i am not convinced about the patch cable..so I was hoping you could tell me if this is the right model I have?. Cheers and happy new years. jb

[@victoramores8253]

Hi, how do you know if you need to get the aux from the armrest to the unit?

[@hhuhhd]

It is impossible know before the fitting, for most cars made before 2014 you will need it

[@wokemusicstudios5408]

Will this unit work if you factory radio unit radio don’t work? Or do you have to have a work factory unit ?

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

No it will not. It needs the factory aux input working. It also uses the factory idrive controller.

[@patrickmurphy8619]

Did these work with the 360 cameras and the collision sensors?

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

They will display what ever image is fed in to them. Or you can revert back to the factory camera for reversing

[@kdaniels88ykd88]

Hi I’m about to purchase this unit How do I know if I need the CCC unit or the CIC? I have a MY09 x drive 30d executive E70

[@alison9117]

Hi ich habe es eingebaut aber seitdem zeigt er mir kein pfeil im Head Up, hast du eine idee oder lösung?

[@alison9117]

???

[@migwardmigward2303]

Hey! So my X5 is a 2009. I wanted to get this because my car only has Bluetooth for calling. If I get this head unit will I be able to connect to Bluetooth for my Spotify?

[@Rolysh322]

I would buy right now, But how can i figure out if mine is a CCC or CIC...Mine looks exactly like the one on the video, but my steering wheel is on the other side

[@bmwfixer1359]

I am having a battery drain issues after install this any idea what wire i need to switch?

[@frusciantexd5092]

hi, i have the same screen in my X5, a few days ago the operative system got deleted, now i have a screen without the android operative system, just the spects from a default x5, do you know if it's possible to install again the android operative system in the screen? have a nice day

[@ben7020]

Does the sound processing/amp come from the original BMW - or does the xtrons handle the speakers?

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

The xtrons connects to the factory ccc's aux in connection. So the CCC still does all the sound work.

[@Semaj.18272]

Good question as the x5 sound system and amp sounds excellent !! Great stock sub as well I recon

[@jampaktv4540]

Are these units able to push an amp nd subwoofers? Whats the wattage? And do they have connection inputs for amps

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

no

[@BenBen-tl9rb]

Hello sir ,about the original parking sensors , will work after upgrade ? Thank you

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

Yes it will

[@younggenna1565]

You didn’t show what plugged into the back on the new unit

[@georgelukic3418]

Hi what is the name of the user manual for that model please

[@randonnaidoo2592]

Does the CD shuttle and front loader for CD still work? After installing android stereo

[@giorgiispirov7129]

Hello! After installation, did you have a voice conversation on the phone from the speakers? I can't figure out what the problem is! In general there is sound, there is also sound from the phone via Bluetooth, music plays via Bluetooth! When they call, the music turns off, but the voice of the conversation does not go on!

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

Hi There, unforutately i didnt have anything to do with this one. David who is in the video is no longer at zeroto60

[@xTRAFFICANO]

What that green cable even for

[@leonmurray156]

What about the backup camera? Does it retain that feature?

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

yes

[@suvendu1234]

Hello- i am from USA and recently watching the video where you have upgraded the head panel for an2009 x5 48i. I have exactly the same model, and trying to find if the xtron is a good one or you have something else in mind. Also, what’s the complexity level if i do it? I can follow instructions, and also usually do many DIY though first time with a car.

[@joescott4545]

Did you ever replace the unit if so what did you go with

[@GavinCox-p1t]

Hi can you tell me the exact xtron model number you have used for the video and also where it can be purchased on line? Cheers Gav

[@Keca5322]

Following 👀

[@greyhound6375]

I just got mine on eBay for about $400 including a US 4G dongle.

[@julianamann2866]

Which design scheme is it? :)

[@MrBunjess]

@zeroto60 i connected everything but mi idrive knob doesn't work nor does the audio. I've tried with and without connecting the aux cable. Any suggestions for me to follow ? I have an x6 e71

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

Likely your new unit is looking for a different style of idrive knob, also your aux settings might not be correct

[@nicolashoyt5341]

You've done quite a few of these now. Have these radios been holding up well? I used a different brand in my E92 and it lasted less than a year... Looking to replace it now.

[@em3ralda174]

What brand was that so I stay away?

[@avnimehmeti2199]

Where did you buy this I did buy from Amazon I didn't get it yet hofly comes good

[@March808]

Why was your hazard light button flashing?

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

It’s just the led getting caught out by the camera refresh rate. It’s not actually flashing to the human eye.

[@vic1mr]

What the actual model I need same X5 as this ? Any recommendations where to buy

[@scottcelere9140]

Does the reverse camera work

[@krzysztofhoffman2091]

How do I connect Android to use the original CCC camera?

[@cyberspooky]

Yup I have the Avin android 10 in my e70 x5 works a treat , except the factory password was incorrect

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

Well that would have made things difficult!

[@punukainga7604]

Hey man can you play music to the head unit via Bluetooth from your phone without connecting to the aux?

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

yes

[@corridosbarron3566]

I install similar screen everything works but didn’t hear no sound …🙏🏻✍🏼✍🏼✍🏼thanks

[@fernandoperalta557]

This aftermarket multimedia radio, works also with an iPhone or just only for android phones?

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

It will bluetooth audio to both. You will need an addon for carplay and android auto.

[@craigpusey4733]

Any idea what that speaker was for?

[@scottb5356]

Great video. Can you recommend a particular citrons unit for an e92 or are they similar?

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

They are all very similar nowadays, but Andrews unit doesnt let the idrive knob control all of the apps, only the mains ones, whereas this unit you can use the idrive in every app, which is surprisingly useful. If you can contact the seller before purchasing that would be something worth asking.

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

Also this spec was really nice, it felt great to use with the cortex A53 and 2gb of RAM

[@ResinManiacs]

It looks like the hazard light button and gear shifter lights are flashing in the video. Is that because of the camera or is it doing that all the time ?

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

its just the camera, in real light they are just illuminated normally

[@peanutbutterjellytime7870]

I cant get sound and have tried everything. It appears the new wiring harness and disabled my aux

[@Miki-mu8ib]

Hello my friend But I have read from other people that the rear view camera does not work with the Android system. What could be the problem if it happens to me too? Xonrich system Best regards

[@victoramores8253]

because I have no sound but for you it worked without doing it

[@hhuhhd]

Try connect an AUX for it.

[@andreparedes6325]

Question: If i have a DVD on the beck seats , will interfere with the system?

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

I think that will still operate fully independantly of this.

[@andreparedes6325]

Its the original DVD device and uses the sound line from the original amplifier, i will try and i will post the feedback here. Thanks for your support@@ZeroTo60Tube

[@SamuelAlexMclean]

Great video! Does this auto-dim at night time?

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

Yes it does!

[@SamuelAlexMclean]

@@ZeroTo60Tube how good! Xtrons should have you guys on commission, just ordered mine off the back of this video.

[@michaelrobbins4205]

Please send a link where to buy this unit 🙏

[@jangihussain1764]

Hello are you from uk