Touchscreen head units that fit?

[reefmagnet]

Done the usual searching, but found nothing recent. Looking for suggestions on replacing an aftermarket single din radio/cd head unit with a single din do-it-all Android touch screen unit. Don't want to have to hack away any of the dashboard to do it, so looking at units that will fit in without modifications. Does such a beast exist?

[Four Loko]

Done the usual searching, but found nothing recent. Looking for suggestions on replacing an aftermarket single din radio/cd head unit with a single din do-it-all Android touch screen unit. Don't want to have to hack away any of the dashboard to do it, so looking at units that will fit in without modifications. Does such a beast exist?

I have been looking at getting a JOYING unit search google images for JOYING landrover discovery they have some odd sizes that would be better for the space from what I have seen.

[Four Loko]

I bookmarked this one a while ago

Joying single din stereo. Anyone tried this one? - Page 3 - Land Rover Forums - Land Rover Enthusiast Forum (https://landroverforums.com/forum/discovery-ii-18/joying-single-din-stereo-anyone-tried-one-97269/page3/)

[reefmagnet]

Thanks Loko, I've been looking at this brand and style on AliExpress and I figured the ones that have a swiveling tablet style screen would probably work the best. Feedback on rigidity would be interesting, especially when off road as this could be a bit of a question mark.

[mylesaway]

Newest Home Launcher 7" Single Din Android 10.0 Car Bluetooth Stereo (https://www.joyingauto.com/newest-home-launcher-7-single-din-android-10-0-car-bluetooth-stereo.html)

Have fitted one these..

7" screen fits neatly in the original area.

Have adapted mine so the screen can swivel towards the driver.

I bought all the extras-Tyre pressures, front and rear cameras, OBD2 diagnostics( not expecting much from this if it works)

Haven't got everything up and running yet, but like the way it slots in the space nicely.

Regarding offroad work,- maybe check with someone else.

Note- the chassis of the unit is shorter than the standard DIN size and therefore doesn't slot into the holder in the rear of the dash.
Could be adapted so it does tho'..

cheers

[Kaaaiju]

I run alpine halo 9

[reefmagnet]

Newest Home Launcher 7" Single Din Android 10.0 Car Bluetooth Stereo (https://www.joyingauto.com/newest-home-launcher-7-single-din-android-10-0-car-bluetooth-stereo.html)

Have fitted one these..

7" screen fits neatly in the original area.

Have adapted mine so the screen can swivel towards the driver.

I bought all the extras-Tyre pressures, front and rear cameras, OBD2 diagnostics( not expecting much from this if it works)

Haven't got everything up and running yet, but like the way it slots in the space nicely.

Regarding offroad work,- maybe check with someone else.

Note- the chassis of the unit is shorter than the standard DIN size and therefore doesn't slot into the holder in the rear of the dash.
Could be adapted so it does tho'..

cheers

Actually, I've just about settled on this exact model. Just this afternoon I found an old Samsung 7" tablet with almost the exact same dimensions as that unit and it fits about as perfect as can be into the radio facia area. Does it really need to be tilted for basic operation? I will have a Samsung tablet mounted directly above it on a RAM mount for the more complex stuff like maps and Google Earthing etc. I also really like the idea of a volume control too, although it looks like it might be a bit tiny?


I run alpine halo 9

Ha ha. This old Landy is chewing up the cash at a rapid rate of knots. Buying one of them, as nice as it is, would land me in divorce court!

[johnp38]

I run alpine halo 9

Geez that's worth more than my decrepit disco atm, sad to say [bigsad]

[laney]

I am thinking of fitting a joying 7 inch head unit in my disco 2 has anyone got photos of one hooked up and an option on how it works thanks.

[reefmagnet]

Well I ended up ordering one and it should be here within the next week or two, so if no one else offers I'll have some pics then (hopefully!).

[johnp38]

I am thinking of fitting a joying 7 inch head unit in my disco 2 has anyone got photos of one hooked up and an option on how it works thanks.

https://twitter.com/summerliu1025/status/859694295565062146

Here's a pic from a quick google search

[johnp38]

Discovery 2: 10" head unit Wired Wireless APLLE CARPLAY AUTO ANDROID GPS USB Camera (https://www.aulro.com/afvb/the-verandah/279031-discovery-2-10-head-unit-wired-wireless-aplle-carplay-auto-android-gps-usb-camera.html)

[mylesaway]

[QUOTE=reefmagnet;3099319]Actually, I've just about settled on this exact model. Just this afternoon I found an old Samsung 7" tablet with almost the exact same dimensions as that unit and it fits about as perfect as can be into the radio facia area. Does it really need to be tilted for basic operation? I will have a Samsung tablet mounted directly above it on a RAM mount for the more complex stuff like maps and Google Earthing etc. I also really like the idea of a volume control too, although it looks like it might be a bit tiny?


No, it doesn't have to be tilted to fit in the dash or for basic operation. The unit as standard fit sits deep in the dash and the screen is vertical obviously.Maybe can post a
photo tomorrow.

The volume/mute/on-off knob is a good size,as in being able to reach for it while looking ahead.

[reefmagnet]

Got the unit. Unfortunately the screen was cracked on receipt, but a new one is on the way. Lot's of bells and whistles and the UI is nice and responsive. Fit's pretty darn good to. Still need to hook up all the bells and whistles, but pretty happy so far.

[Four Loko]

Got the unit. Unfortunately the screen was cracked on receipt, but a new one is on the way. Lot's of bells and whistles and the UI is nice and responsive. Fit's pretty darn good to. Still need to hook up all the bells and whistles, but pretty happy so far.


Oooo nice, so what one did you end up going with exactly. How easy was it with the cables any extra connectors you needed? steering wheel controls ? I am getting ready to do mine soon and hit trigger, keen to know what other bits I might need.

[reefmagnet]

Oooo nice, so what one did you end up going with exactly. How easy was it with the cables any extra connectors you needed? steering wheel controls ? I am getting ready to do mine soon and hit trigger, keen to know what other bits I might need.

Don't really know the model number as it doesn't have one on the box at least. The head unit seems to be a standard one that interchanges with different displays.

Came with everything (GPS puck, 4g antenna, usb extensions) and plugged straight into the ISO connector. Has outputs for amps and other stuff. I do believe it needs an adaptor for steering wheel controls as it uses CANBUS(?) but it does have the configuration and wires attached.

[mylesaway]

Don't really know the model number as it doesn't have one on the box at least. The head unit seems to be a standard one that interchanges with different displays.

Came with everything (GPS puck, 4g antenna, usb extensions) and plugged straight into the ISO connector. Has outputs for amps and other stuff. I do believe it needs an adaptor for steering wheel controls as it uses CANBUS(?) but it does have the configuration and wires attached.


reefmagnet:- No need for an adapter for your D2 SWC's!

universal head unit, how to connect the steering wheel control wire, single din unit, double din stereo (https://www.joyingauto.com/blog/tag/universal-head-unit-how-to-connect-the-steering-wheel-control-wire-single-din-unit-double-din-stereo/)

After you have done that, then you use the "Key 1" and the "Key 2" wires on the main loom to connect to Land Rover ISO connector plug ( CO098) positions
2 and 3.Position 3 should receive (+) connection from the HU. Position 2 is just an (-) earth return according to the RAVE circuit diagram. I have to fit my s/h SWC to the steering wheel yet, so cannot confirm it works yet.

Four Loko:- I think the model number is JY-UQS03N4G-B. Any 7" unit (knob or no knob) should fit.

[mylesaway]

reefmagnet:- No need for an adapter for your D2 SWC's!

universal head unit, how to connect the steering wheel control wire, single din unit, double din stereo (https://www.joyingauto.com/blog/tag/universal-head-unit-how-to-connect-the-steering-wheel-control-wire-single-din-unit-double-din-stereo/)

After you have done that, then you use the "Key 1" and the "Key 2" wires on the main loom to connect to Land Rover ISO connector plug ( CO098) positions
2 and 3.Position 3 should receive (+) connection from the HU. Position 2 is just an (-) earth return according to the RAVE circuit diagram. I have to fit my s/h SWC to the steering wheel yet, so cannot confirm it works yet.

Four Loko:- I think the model number is JY-UQS03N4G-B. Any 7" unit (knob or no knob) should fit.

`Ignore the above wiring recommendation!

Have tested today using my SWC wired remotely.

"Key 1" wire needs to be connected to C0098 position 2. Or, cut and join to the slate(grey) w/black trace wire at the back of the grey ISO plug.
The slate(grey)w/red trace at the back of the same ISO plug needs to go to earth. This wire normally goes to position 3 in C0098.

Mating them up is very easy after they are wired up.

Go to:-
Settings>>
General>>
Steering Wheel Settings(this brings you to settings page)
Then for example if you want to set Vol+ control on SWC...
Hold Vol+ on SWC..text at the bottom of screen should change to yellow colour.You have contact!
Press Vol+ icon on screen..
Press the tick at the bottom of screen (for some reason this takes you back to the previous page)
*Wait until you hear a click/or about 5 secs...and then release your hold on the SWC.*
Keep setting up your SWC as you desire..Too easy!!:thumbsup:

WARNING: Do not press the cross(X) at the bottom of the settings screen! This deletes all your settings!:censored:

next step:twobeers:

If anyone needs help setting up TPMS that comes with this HU let me know..Oh, you can buy the same off Eboy and add later if you want.

TPMS Android Tyre Pressure Monitoring System Internal Sensors For All Vehicles | eBay (https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/284390115534'ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649)

Something like this should work..just plug into a USB port on the back of the HU.Could save you $350 for a tyre..don'"t ask how I know...[bawl]

Cheers all..

[reefmagnet]

Hey thanks for the input myles. I bolted mine into place today then took it offroad to see if UI could rattle the screen out (and to test my new CDL switch). I'm pleased to report it stayed in place!