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INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
CARPLAY/ANDROID AUTO ADAPTER
WITH ARGB OUTPUT

Model No.

System Ver. 2019-06-06

Manual Ver. 1.0

Date Aug 13, 2019

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CONTENT
Features ...................................................................................................................................................... 4
Specifications............................................................................................................................................. 5
Package components .............................................................................................................................. 6
Optional components (sold separately) ............................................................................................ 6
Connection diagram (CarPlay module+interface) .......................................................................... 7
Video interface DIP setting & switch ................................................................................................. 8
Land Rover 8" OEM screen Harman HU (CP-12 + PAS-LR-309P) .......................................... 8
Land Rover 10.2" OEM screen Harman HU (CP-12 + PAS-LR-310P) .................................... 9
Mercedes-Benz NTG 5.5 with 12.3" screen (CP-12 + PAS-MB-424P) ................................10
Mercedes-Benz NTG 5.0/5.1/5.2 (CP-12 + PAS-MB-425P) ...................................................11
Mercedes-Benz NTG 4.5/4.7 (CP-12 + PAS-MB-426P) ...........................................................12
Mercedes-Benz NTG 6.0 MBUX 10.2 inch (CP-12 + PAS-MB-427P) ...................................13
BMW iDrive NBT-EVO (CP-12 + PAS-BM-1914P) .....................................................................14
BMW iDrive NBT (CP-12 + PAS-BM-1915P)...............................................................................15
VW/AUDI/Porsche MIB 2 head unit (CP-12 + PAS-MIB2019) .............................................16
Peugeot & Citroen NAC system (CP-12 + PAS-FR-183P) .......................................................18
Main menu UI..........................................................................................................................................19
Apple CarPlay ..........................................................................................................................................20
Android Auto ...........................................................................................................................................20
How to connect Bluetooth ..................................................................................................................21
USB storage music & video .................................................................................................................22
Settings ......................................................................................................................................................23
Start CarPlay/Android Auto automatically ...............................................................................23
Sounds setting ...................................................................................................................................23
Display setting ...................................................................................................................................24
Language setting ...............................................................................................................................24
Wallpaper setting .............................................................................................................................24

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WARNING
In order to protect the driving safety and avoid break the traffic law; please DO NOT operate
the interface while driving.

The reversing surveillance function just is used in reversing assistance. Please check the
entire surroundings while reversing.

All steps of installation should be done by the well-trained specialist.

During installation, the ignition key should be taken off and after all installation finished,
connect power cable last.

Please DO NOT plug or pull the connected cables in the state of power-on, in order to
avoid damaged monitor or accessory.

Install wiring in a manner in which cables will not come in contact with metal parts. The wiring
may be damaged by contact with metal parts, resulting in fire and shocks. Avoid all contact
with hot surfaces when wiring the main unit. High temperatures may damage wiring, causing
shorts, arcing and fires.

Please DO NOT put the product in the damp environment or water, in order to avoid
electric shock, damaged and fire accident caused by a short circuit.

Kindly check all components are in the box when receiving the product. If anything
missing, inform to the supplier/manufacturer.

Start the engine before loading, check the interface whether have function displayed, key
control whether correct, the vehicle interface whether having a scratch. Please give the
feedback to the supplier/manufacturer if there have any questions.

Please note that put the disassembled automotive components in a good way on the
installation process, avoid scratching the instrument panel, the leftovers of connecting cables
need to handle and DO NOT leave it in the car. The connecting plug must be insulated in order
to short circuit.

The cables should be connected in a good way, the vehicle installation space is a little small, so
reduce space usage as far as possible. There should be a good plan about connect cables,
avoid affecting the active component of connecting, such as control components of turning
the steering wheel, throttle and brake pedal. There need to be fastened after connecting
cables in case of a drop.

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FEATURES
Integrated 2 in 1 module supports Apple CarPlay, Android Auto

Supports USB HD video (up to 1080P) and lossless music (APE, WAV, FLAC,
MP3, WMA, etc) playback

VGA (analog RGB) output, up to 720P

Automatic enable CarPlay/Android Auto when plugging in an

iPhone/Android phone

Integrate BT module for Android Auto calling audio delivering

High performance audio output and support control sound volume, EQ

setting Support factory buttons or touch control with Cartizan video interface

Offer high quality microphone for phone talking & voice

command Mobile phone charging

Further software update via USB

CarPlay Video Factory

module interface infotainment

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SPECIFICATIONS

Inputs RCA*2 (Yellow: video in)

3.5mm AUX*1 (microphone)
USB*2

Outputs Analog RGB*1

RCA*2 (White & Red: Audio L/R, Yellow: N/A)

Output resolution 720P

Input voltage 9-16V

Consumed power 5W

Working temperature -20°C~75°C

Main unit dimensions 110*75*30 mm

Weight 170g

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PACKAGE COMPONENTS

30 mm
Main unit

75 mm
110 mm

Power cable Microphone Touch/video cable

OPTIONAL COMPONENTS (SOLD SEPARATELY)

Ext. knob controller RCA to jack audio AUX-USB audio adapter,

cable for car without factory
AUX in port.

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CONNECTION DIAGRAM (CARPLAY MODULE+INTERFACE)

USB port for USB music & video

External video in

Backup camera in, not use

Resistive touch
Backup detect, not use

Key1 & key 2, not use

UNIVERSAL
CP & AA ADAPTER
HDMI out,
N/A on this model

Connect mobile phone

Connect microphone

Connect knob controller (optional)

Video out, N/A on this model

Audio L/R out RCA to 3.5mm aux audio

cable (sold separately)

Factory
VIDEO
infotainment system
ARGB out INTERFACE
ACC out
VGA

Connect to interface's B+ cable (yellow)

B+
Connect to interface's GND cable (black)
GND
Connect to interface's ACC-out cable (red)
ACC

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VIDEO INTERFACE DIP SETTING & SWITCH

LAND ROVER 8" OEM SCREEN HARMAN HU (CP-12 + PAS-LR-309P)

DIP ON OFF

1
2 Selection of car model
3
Disable PDC (Parking
4 Enable PDC
distance control)
Enable interface's 3rd CVBS
5 Default (enable CP-12)
video in

6 Always set to ON
Display front view camera
7 for 10S automatically after Disable front view
shifted from “R” gear
Original rear camera or Aftermarket rear camera
8
none (CAN bus control)

DIP
Model 1 2 3

2016 Discovery sport, Evoque, Jaguar XE OFF OFF OFF

2016 Jaguar XF, F-PACE / 2017 XE ON OFF OFF

2017-2018 Discovery sport, Evoque OFF OFF ON

2017-2018 Discovery, Jaguar F-PACE / 2018 XE ON OFF ON

NOTE! Press and hold "HOUSE" button on OEM radio for 3S to display CarPlay.

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LAND ROVER 10.2" OEM SCREEN HARMAN HU (CP-12 + PAS-LR-310P)

DIP ON OFF

1
2 Selection of car model
3
Disable PDC (Parking
4 Enable PDC
distance control)
Enable interface's 3rd CVBS
5 Default (enable CP-12)
video in

6 Always set to ON
Display front view camera
7 for 10S automatically after Disable front view
shifted from “R” gear
Original rear camera or Aftermarket rear camera
8
none (CAN bus control)

DIP
Model 1 2 3

10.2 inch: Range Rover/sport, Discovery ON ON OFF

10.2 inch: Discovery sport / Jaguar XFL, XJL, E-PACE,
OFF ON OFF
F-PACE

NOTE! Long press factory screen for

5S with 3 fingers to display CarPlay.

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MERCEDES BENZ NTG 5.5 WITH 12.3" SCREEN (CP-12 + PAS-MB-424P)

DIP ON OFF

1
2 Selection of car model
3
Disable PDC (Parking
4 Enable PDC
distance control)
Enable interface's 3rd CVBS
5 Default (enable CP-12)
video in

6 Always set to ON
Display front view camera
7 for 10S automatically after Disable front view
shifted from “R” gear
Original rear camera or Aftermarket rear camera
8
none (CAN bus control)

DIP
Model 1 2 3

2017- E class, 2018- S class OFF OFF OFF

2019- C class ON OFF OFF

NOTE! Press and hold "HANG UP" button

on steering wheel for 3S to display CarPlay.

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MERCEDES BENZ NTG 5.0/5.1/5.2 (CP-12 + PAS-MB-425P)

DIP ON OFF

1
2 Selection of car model
3
Disable PDC (Parking
4 Enable PDC
distance control)
Enable interface's 3rd CVBS
5 Default (enable CP-12)
video in

6 Always set to ON
Display front view camera
7 for 10S automatically after Disable front view
shifted from “R” gear
Original rear camera or Aftermarket rear camera
8
none (CAN bus control)

DIP
Model 1 2 3

2015-2017 GLA, CLA, CLS, SLC, GLE, A, B class OFF OFF OFF

2015-2017 C class (8.4 inch) ON ON OFF

2015-2017 GLC, C class (7.4 inch) ON OFF OFF

2015-2017 GLE (8.4 inch) OFF ON OFF

NOTE! Press and hold "HANG UP" button on steering wheel for 3S to display CarPlay.

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MERCEDES BENZ NTG 4.5/4.7 (CP-12 + PAS-MB-426P)

DIP ON OFF

1
2 Selection of car model
3
Disable PDC (Parking
4 Enable PDC
distance control)
Enable interface's 3rd CVBS
5 Default (enable CP-12)
video in

6 Always set to ON
Display front view camera
7 for 10S automatically after Disable front view
shifted from “R” gear
Original rear camera or Aftermarket rear camera
8
none (CAN bus control)

DIP
Model 1 2 3

2010-2014 with 5.8 inch: A, B, C, GLA, GLK, GLS OFF OFF OFF

2010-2014 ML (7 inch) ON OFF OFF

2010-2014 E class (7 inch) OFF ON OFF

NOTE! Press and hold "HANG UP" button

on steering wheel for 3S to display CarPlay.

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MERCEDES BENZ NTG 6.0 MBUX 10.2 INCH (CP-12 + PAS-MB-427P)

DIP ON OFF

1
2 Selection of car model
3
Disable PDC (Parking
4 Enable PDC
distance control)
Enable interface's 3rd CVBS
5 Default (enable CP-12)
video in

6 Always set to ON
Display front view camera
7 for 10S automatically after Disable front view
shifted from “R” gear
Original rear camera or Aftermarket rear camera
8
none (CAN bus control)

DIP
Model 1 2 3

2018- A class (10.2 inch) OFF ON OFF

NOTE! Press and hold "HANG UP" button

on steering wheel for 3S to display CarPlay.

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BMW IDRIVE NBT-EVO (CP-12 + PAS-BM-1914P)

DIP ON OFF

1
2 Selection of car model
3
Disable PDC (Parking
4 Enable PDC
distance control)
Enable interface's 3rd CVBS
5 Default (enable CP-12)
video in

6 Always set to ON
Display front view camera
7 for 10S automatically after Disable front view
shifted from “R” gear
Original rear camera or Aftermarket rear camera
8
none (CAN bus control)

DIP
Model 1 2 3

8.8 inch with OEM rear camera OFF OFF OFF

8.8 inch without OEM rear camera ON OFF OFF

6.5 inch OFF OFF ON

10.25 inch ON ON ON

NOTE! Press and hold "MENU" button on

iDrive controller for 3S to display CarPlay.

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BMW IDRIVE NBT (CP-12 + PAS-BM-1915P)

DIP ON OFF

1
2 Selection of car model
3
Disable PDC (Parking
4 Enable PDC
distance control)
Enable interface's 3rd CVBS
5 Default (enable CP-12)
video in

6 Always set to ON
Display front view camera
7 for 10S automatically after Disable front view
shifted from “R” gear
Original rear camera or Aftermarket rear camera
8
none (CAN bus control)

DIP
Model 1 2 3

2015-2016 BMW 6.5 inch OFF OFF OFF

2013-2014 BMW 6.5 inch ON OFF OFF

2017 BMW 1 series OFF ON ON

8.8/10.25 inch without OEM rear camera OFF OFF ON

8.8 / 10.25 inch with OEM rear camera ON OFF ON

2013-2016 MINI 6.5 inch ON ON ON

NOTE! Press and hold "MENU" button on iDrive controller for 3S to display CarPlay.

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VW / AUDI / PORSCHE MIB 2 HEAD UNIT (CP-12 + PAS-MIB2019)

DIP ON OFF

1
2
Selection of car model
3
4
Enable interface's 3rd CVBS
5 Default (enable CP-12)
video in

6 Always set to ON
Display front view camera
7 for 10S automatically after Disable front view
shifted from “R” gear
Original rear camera or Aftermarket rear camera
8
none (CAN bus control)

DIP
Model 1 2 3 4

A4, Q5 (7 inch) after Sep. 2018 OFF OFF ON OFF

A4, A5, Q7 (7 inch) before Sep. 2018 ON OFF ON OFF

A4, A5, Q7 (8.3 inch monitor with black frame) OFF OFF OFF OFF
A4, A5, Q7 (8.3 inch monitor with chrome
OFF OFF OFF ON
frame)
A3 (800*480) OFF ON ON OFF

2016-2018 A6, A7 ON OFF OFF OFF

A3 (400*240) OFF ON ON ON

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DIP
Model 1 2 3 4

Q2 (7 inch) OFF ON OFF OFF

Q2 (8.3 inch) ON ON OFF ON

Porsche PCM 4.0 OFF OFF ON ON

2018 A5 OFF ON OFF ON

VW MIB II STD (5.8 inch) ON OFF ON ON

VW MIB II STD (8 inch) ON ON ON OFF

VW MIB II STD (6.5 inch) ON ON ON ON

NOTE! Press and hold "HANG UP" button on steering wheel for 3S to display CarPlay.

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PEUGEOT & CITROEN NAC SYSTEM (CP-12 + PAS-FR-183P)

DIP ON OFF

1
Selection of rear camera
2

3 Always set to ON

Enable interface's 3rd CVBS Diable 3rd CVBS video in

4 video in (OEM >> CarPlay
(OEM >> CarPlay >> OEM)
>> video 3 >> OEM)

5 8 inch 7 inch

6 Reserved

Display front view camera

7 for 10S automatically after Disable front view
shifted from “R” gear

8 Reserved

DIP
Model 1 2

Original rear camera or none OFF OFF

Aftermarket rear camera (CAN bus control) OFF ON

Aftermarket rear camera (reversing light control, without PDC ON OFF
or FPG)

NOTE! Press and hold "LIST" button on

steering wheel for 3S to display CarPlay.

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MAIN MENU UI
Status bar

Apple Android USB Storage

Bluetooth*
CarPlay Auto Music

* Bluetooth is designed for Android Auto calling audio delivering

Home Back

USB Storage Additional

Settings
Video Video in

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APPLE CARPLAY
Plug in your iPhone with USB cable, select and enter CarPlay

NOTE! Please disconnect iPhone's bluetooth before using Apple CarPlay.

Back to main menu

ANDROID AUTO
Plug in your Android smartphone with USB cable, select and enter Android Auto

NOTE! Make sure smartphone connect to this adapter's Bluetooth for phone call audio
delivering before using Android Auto.

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HOW TO CONNECT BLUETOOTH

Device name: Car Audio_xxxx
Pair code: 0000

Tick Auto Connect: mobile

phone connect Bluetooth
automatically after
starting the adapter

Tick Auto Answer : accept

calling automatically

Contacts Recents Keypad Music BT Setting

Delete paired device

Disconnect BT

NOTE! Bluetooth function is designed for Android Auto call audio delivering. It's
unnecessary to connect BT when using CarPlay on iPhone.

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USB STORAGE MUSIC & VIDEO

Play mode Previous Pause/Play Next EQ setting Open file

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SETTINGS

START CARPLAY/ANDROID AUTO AUTOMATICALLY

Please select "Settings" on main menu and tick "Auto start phone
link app”. Then “Carplay” or “Android Auto” will start automatically
after connecting your iPhone or Android smartphone.

SOUNDS SETTING

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DISPLAY SETTING

LANGUAGE SETTING
NOTE! Changing
language will not change
main menu's icon text.

WALLPAPER SETTING

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