jeffd0813 Posted October 2, 2014 Report Share Posted October 2, 2014 Not getting any work done this morning ... getting everything set up and running ...glad my boss is out of the country Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mapotter99 Posted October 2, 2014 Report Share Posted October 2, 2014 OK so if I don't give a crap about AppRadio then I should take out my VGA/Lightning adapter from USB1 and replace it with a straight USB Lighting cable only and AppRadio be damned? AppRadio looked cool but it was so annoying as every time I wanted to use an app (Waze for example), I couldn't play music (Bluetooth audio, Sirius, CD or even radio...) I have an old ipod (30 pin) which is still installed in USB2, maybe that should go away as well, yes? I'd like to have it there just in case. I use the iphone really for everything. The old ipod was just there to have all my music...which is all pretty much on my iphone. Oh well. Advice?? My Digital AV Adapter is on the end of the HDMI cable coming from the head unit. I keep it tucked under the passenger seat when it isnt being used (which is most of the time for me). My Lightning cable is plugged into USB1. If I want AppRadio, I just plug the Lightning end of the Lightning cable into the Digital AV Adapter and change my connection type on the unit. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mikemaan Posted October 2, 2014 Report Share Posted October 2, 2014 I can confirm that AppRadio still works when in "Digital A/V" mode, but it is an "either/or" situation. You cannot do both at the same time. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BAFU Posted October 2, 2014 Report Share Posted October 2, 2014 My Digital AV Adapter is on the end of the HDMI cable coming from the head unit. I keep it tucked under the passenger seat when it isnt being used (which is most of the time for me). My Lightning cable is plugged into USB1. If I want AppRadio, I just plug the Lightning end of the Lightning cable into the Digital AV Adapter and change my connection type on the unit. Forgot to mention I have a 5000 which means no HDMI. So I'm planning this: USB1- lighting cable direct to iphone. USB2: 30 pin cable direct to ipod. Don;t really care about AppRadio any more. Sound good? OR will the current VGA/Lighting cable work fine as long as I select the correct "type" (Digital A/V adapter) and not worry about switching back and forth? Sorry for confusion Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mikemaan Posted October 2, 2014 Report Share Posted October 2, 2014 Looks like Pioneer's site is STILL having problems. Here's a mirror to my personal FTP server to help out my fellow NEXers. Please DO NOT PUBLISH link outside of avic411.com http://bit.ly/YTZZBi and same for my Google Drive http://bit.ly/1ptx25I Quote Link to post Share on other sites
just blaze Posted October 2, 2014 Report Share Posted October 2, 2014 THANK YOU, OVER ZEALOUS!!!! Yes, Thank you! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
e30cab Posted October 2, 2014 Report Share Posted October 2, 2014 Here is the 1.06 (CarPlay) update file for the 8000NEX ONLY!!! DO NOT use it with any other model of NEX!!! READ and FOLLOW the instructions (also linked below). I don't want to be held responsible for anyone bricking their units! Also, I ask that no one on this forum shares the link... let's keep it to this community of enthusiests. I don't want my Dropbox account being shut down due to high traffic! Mods, if posting this link violates any forum polices, let me know and I will remove it. Update Letter: https://www.dropbox.com/s/nc3pt3q7gvikm66/CarPlay%20FW%20Update%20Letter%20Final_8000NEX.pdf?dl=0 Update Instructions: https://www.dropbox.com/s/uch67fpfzvjr9ja/CarPlay%20FW%20Update%20Instructions%20Final_8000NEX.pdf?dl=0 User Manual CarPlay addendum: https://www.dropbox.com/s/r0xame574g0ua0n/User%20Manual%20Addendum%20for%20Apple%20CarPlay.pdf?dl=0 Pioneer AVIC-8000NEX FW 1.06 (CarPlay): https://www.dropbox.com/s/uic60k27g5nru2y/AVIC-8000NEX_UC_FW-Update_v1.06.zip?dl=0 Thanks! Can I use the SD port? I really don't want to have to pull the unit. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mapotter99 Posted October 2, 2014 Report Share Posted October 2, 2014 Thanks! Can I use the SD port? I really don't want to have to pull the unit. Yes Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Scout23 Posted October 2, 2014 Report Share Posted October 2, 2014 Do I have to remove my current USB to HDMI to Lightning connection my USB port to USB to Lightning? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mapotter99 Posted October 2, 2014 Report Share Posted October 2, 2014 Do I have to remove my current USB to HDMI to Lightning connection my USB port to USB to Lightning? Yes... CarPlay will not work if connected using the Digital AV Adapter. The Lightning cable must be plugged directly in to USB1. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kolenka Posted October 2, 2014 Report Share Posted October 2, 2014 Spotify worked well once I logged in. Apparently there is no good way for apps to report errors like that to the user, so you just get no content. Music was fine. Maps was a little twitchy, but it did notice that I was very likely heading to work and offer up a route. I wonder if it will integrate with the calendar in the same way. Podcasts though, egad. Apple, you need to actually let the dev that owns this app fix some bugs. I had to force quit the app just to get it to play anything. I'll be happy when someone like Instacast is allowed to integrate. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Batesy Posted October 2, 2014 Report Share Posted October 2, 2014 Thanks! Can I use the SD port? I really don't want to have to pull the unit.Got any tips on pulling the unit out safely? I'm 99% sure my installers connected my lightningbolt cable to the USB 2 port on my 8000. I won't be able to bring the car in to the audio shop for atleast a week due to my work schedule. Thoughts? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mapotter99 Posted October 2, 2014 Report Share Posted October 2, 2014 UPDATE: Dropbox has shutdown the links due to excessive traffic...Sorry! Here is the 1.06 (CarPlay) update file for the 8000NEX ONLY!!! DO NOT use it with any other model of NEX!!! READ and FOLLOW the instructions (also linked below). I don't want to be held responsible for anyone bricking their units! Also, I ask that no one on this forum shares the link... let's keep it to this community of enthusiests. I don't want my Dropbox account being shut down due to high traffic! Mods, if posting this link violates any forum polices, let me know and I will remove it. UPDATE: Dropbox has shutdown the links due to excessive traffic... Sorry! Sorry guys... Dropbox has shut down my 8000NEX update links due to excessive traffic! If someone has a personal ftp server, that would be the best way to share them. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
e30cab Posted October 2, 2014 Report Share Posted October 2, 2014 Sorry guys... Dropbox has shut down my 8000NEX update links due to excessive traffic! If someone has a personal ftp server, that would be the best way to share them. Mine is still running, shows 9 minutes left. Yes Cool Yes... CarPlay will not work if connected using the Digital AV Adapter. The Lightning cable must be plugged directly in to USB1. Bummer guess I'm pulling the HU anyway. Got any tips on pulling the unit out safely? I'm 99% sure my installers connected my lightningbolt cable to the USB 2 port on my 8000. I won't be able to bring the car in to the audio shop for atleast a week due to my work schedule. Thoughts? Mine is in an e53 BMW X5 It is not horribly hard, removal depends on the car it's in. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Darwood Posted October 2, 2014 Report Share Posted October 2, 2014 Got any tips on pulling the unit out safely? I'm 99% sure my installers connected my lightningbolt cable to the USB 2 port on my 8000. I won't be able to bring the car in to the audio shop for atleast a week due to my work schedule. Thoughts? There should be a set of removal keys in the box it came in. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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