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Frequently Asked Questions

General

Q: Do I need to root my Android Head Unit? A: No. HeadUnit Revived works on standard Android installations without root access.

Q: Which Android versions are supported? A: The app requires a Head Unit running Android 5.0 (Lollipop) or higher. For best performance, especially with wireless projection, Android 9.0+ is recommended.

Q: Does this work with Apple CarPlay? A: No. This application effectively emulates an Android Auto receiver unit. It only supports Android phones via the Android Auto protocol.

Setup & Configuration

Q: How do I hide the status bar? A: Enable Start in Fullscreen Mode in the Graphic Settings.

Q: Can I change the car logo shown on Android Auto? A: Currently, the app identifies itself as a generic Head Unit. Customization options for manufacturer/model may be added in future updates.

Q: How do I change the day/night map mode? A: You can manually toggle Night Mode in the Settings, or set it to Auto to use the head unit's light sensor (if available) or time of day.

Advanced

Q: Can I automate the connection? A: Yes. If you enable Wireless Launcher Mode, the app will listen for connections in the background. You can also use automation tools like Tasker to launch the app or trigger a connection intent (headunit://connect?ip=...) when your car starts or Bluetooth connects.

Q: Where can I report bugs? A: Please report issues on the GitHub Issues page. Include your Head Unit model, Android version, and logs if possible.

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