One cable solution for Appradio — AVIC411 Forum Archive

Posted Jan 02, 2015 · 18:51 UTC#1

I am starting to see firmware updates for the 2015 models enabling the one cable solution. Does anyone know if this is going to apply to the current NEX line up?

It would be great to get rid of the stupid Apple HDMI adapter.

Posted Jan 02, 2015 · 19:00 UTC#2

Pretty sure the press release said that the current NEX models would NOT be getting this update, unfortunately.

Posted Jan 02, 2015 · 19:12 UTC#3

Pretty sure the press release said that the current NEX models would NOT be getting this update, unfortunately.

So the NEX models are sold as AppRadio compatible, but the 5000 doesn't have an HDMI port, doesn't make sense.

Posted Jan 02, 2015 · 19:42 UTC#4

So the NEX models are sold as AppRadio compatible, but the 5000 doesn't have an HDMI port, doesn't make sense.

For the 5000, wouldn't you use the RGB port with the adapter for USB/VGA?

Posted Jan 02, 2015 · 19:45 UTC#5

For the 5000, wouldn't you use the RGB port with the adapter for USB/VGA?

Ahh, thanks, I wasn't aware that was a possibility. I guess the problem is I have my USB/Lightning cable connected in the center console of my 2014 Honda CR-V. To have that alternate wiring done would mean shuttling my iPhone 6 Mini between the center console and the glove box. I hoped AppRadio would work with Bluetooth (so I only have to disconnect the USB/Lightning cable), or through the USB/Lightning cable (not a possible given how CarPlay hijacks that port). I guess I'll keep holding out for CarPlay 1.1 or 2.0.

Edited Jan 02, 2015 by donmontalvo

Posted Jan 05, 2015 · 03:54 UTC#6

I really want to buy this unit but I have a few questions. I want to know if I can hook up my iPhone 6 to the first USB port and my iPod classic to the second USB port? Thank you.

Posted Jan 05, 2015 · 04:58 UTC#7

I really want to buy this unit but I have a few questions. I want to know if I can hook up my iPhone 6 to the first USB port and my iPod classic to the second USB port? Thank you.

Yes.

Posted Jan 05, 2015 · 05:43 UTC#8

Yes.

I had the shop run USB port 2 into my glovebox, with 3' of slack ($20). It sits in there loose, never thought to mount it, but it can be if you like.

http://www.crutchfield.com/S-LOCHJ3qnxPJ/p_541USBCBL/PAC-USB-Extension-Cable.html

Posted Jan 05, 2015 · 16:37 UTC#9

Great! Also how does my unit charge if I'm using app radio with the hdmi and the apple adapter?

Posted Jan 05, 2015 · 20:41 UTC#10

Great! Also how does my unit charge if I'm using app radio with the hdmi and the apple adapter?

The apple hdmi adapter has a lightning port so you can run a lightning cable to a usb port or a cig/lighter adapter to keep your iphone charged.

Posted Jan 05, 2015 · 20:59 UTC#11

Thank you