Recent content by Kev Gambrell

  1. Kev Gambrell

    GEN 2 Tesla Style Android Radios - 14.5 inch Screens, Octacore, QHD and FHD and 128GB

    Use the PAC AP4-FD31. https://www.crutchfield.com/p_541AP4FD31/PAC-AmpPro-AP4-FD31-Amplifier-Interface.html or nav-tv zen a2b https://navtv.com/products/NTV-KIT889/zen-a2b-dsp6a-a2b.html A good video for the PAC AP4 is
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    Thoughts on AMP Power Steps for Gen 2?

    Just the XL. I do off road my truck in the Rockies, Moab and Arizona desert. I recommend getting some big mud flaps to reduce the debris coming off the wheels and use protective film in lower panels that catch a lot of debris. I paint and I will just do corrections when I think it is time to...
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    GEN 2 Tesla Style Android Radios - 14.5 inch Screens, Octacore, QHD and FHD and 128GB

    Speaker, microphone and antennas not required. Antennas only if your are using sim-card with unit.
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    GEN 2 Tesla Style Android Radios - 14.5 inch Screens, Octacore, QHD and FHD and 128GB

    It is pretty straight forward. I have done on my old PX3 12.1" and this one. I am actually glad they retained the physical climate control.
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    GEN 2 Tesla Style Android Radios - 14.5 inch Screens, Octacore, QHD and FHD and 128GB

    Damn!! They dropped the price. The fact that Autotec only has a native resolution of 1920 x 1200, I think I would consider that option, although I have to say Autotec's customer service has been good. If your handy with Android, it may be a good deal.
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    GEN 2 Tesla Style Android Radios - 14.5 inch Screens, Octacore, QHD and FHD and 128GB

    Not sure how it looks with polarized sunglasses, but in the past I was unable to see the 12.1" clearly. I have looked at the screen today with matte screen protector on it and I have to say that I am not impressed and it pushes a strong yellow tent. So I would not recommend the Icarez matte...
  7. Kev Gambrell

    Thoughts on AMP Power Steps for Gen 2?

    I have about 2.5 inch leveling kit on my truck with 35's. I have had power AMPs on my Raptor for about a year and a half and I like them.
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    GEN 2 Tesla Style Android Radios - 14.5 inch Screens, Octacore, QHD and FHD and 128GB

    Good eye! I didn't notice that until you pointed it out. You just press the area above the physical climate control and the normal climate screen menu pops up and the swipe up also works for full screen climate control. I am not using Android Auto, but the unit itself to run the apps. And...
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    GEN 2 Tesla Style Android Radios - 14.5 inch Screens, Octacore, QHD and FHD and 128GB

    UPDATE 2/3/2023: Today I put on a matte finished, antiglare and finger print resistant screen protector. I ordered it from Amazon in the Samsung Galaxy S8 Ultra size which is 10.6 inches diagonal and I trimmed it down to about 12" x 7.5". Just enough on side not to cover the reset button...
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    GEN 2 Tesla Style Android Radios - 14.5 inch Screens, Octacore, QHD and FHD and 128GB

    Here is a picture of the RCA microphone harness. Not sure if AUX-L and AUX-R are adjustable or fixed low voltage output.
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    GEN 2 Tesla Style Android Radios - 14.5 inch Screens, Octacore, QHD and FHD and 128GB

    I have not loss any functions. All mode controls, cameras and climate controls work fine.
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    GEN 2 Tesla Style Android Radios - 14.5 inch Screens, Octacore, QHD and FHD and 128GB

    Yes I could have renewed my data plan and just used the wifi off the Ford AT&T hotspot. I did that with my android unit before.
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    GEN 2 Tesla Style Android Radios - 14.5 inch Screens, Octacore, QHD and FHD and 128GB

    I did not retain my original LTE hotspot, but it would be advantageous to keep it, in that when doing wireless Android Auto and Carplay you cannot run your phone hotspot while app is running on the same phone. The unit does have 4g LTE capability, but it is GSM only and therefore will not work...
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    GEN 2 Tesla Style Android Radios - 14.5 inch Screens, Octacore, QHD and FHD and 128GB

    I have had both the 12.1 and 14.4 and I have to say the 14.4 looks amazing. The fit is perfect and the higher top of screen that pokes out a bit looks fine even though it is about 1 inch above the original radio screen placement. The resolution is much better and the ability to run Backcountry...
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    GEN 2 Tesla Style Android Radios - 14.5 inch Screens, Octacore, QHD and FHD and 128GB

    If you do a Factory Reset, you will likely have to recalibrate your screen. I was able to fix screen issues by using the recalibration method of putting 5 fingers on the screen for a few seconds, followed by pressing a red square. Manual explains everything...

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