MEKEDE UIS7862S Smart Car Radio User Manual

1. Introduction

Thank you for choosing the MEKEDE UIS7862S Smart Car Radio. This manual provides detailed instructions on the basic functions, operation skills, and important considerations for your vehicle navigation, video, and audio product. Please read it thoroughly before use to ensure a smooth experience.

2. Safety Information

Always operate the device responsibly. Avoid operating complex functions while driving. Ensure all connections are secure to prevent electrical hazards. Keep the device away from extreme temperatures and moisture.

3. Package Contents

Please check the package for the following items:

Figure 3.1: Included components in the package.

• Main Unit (Machine)
• Power Cable
• For M90S/M95S Models:
  • RCA Cable
  • Reversing Camera
  • USB Cable
  • GPS Antenna
• For M200S/M400S/M700S/M800S Models:
  • RCA Cable
  • Reversing Camera
  • USB Plug (x2, 9863)
  • USB Plug (x3, 7862)
  • Audio Out Cable
  • 4G Antenna
  • GPS Antenna
  • Microphone (MIC)

4. Product Overview and Features

The MEKEDE UIS7862S Smart Car Radio is an advanced multimedia system designed for KIA Ray (2011-2017) vehicles, offering a range of features for enhanced driving experience.

Figure 4.1: Main unit with key features highlighted.

Key Features:

• Processor: UIS7862S, 8-Core
• Memory & Storage: Up to 8GB RAM + 256GB ROM
• Connectivity: 4G LTE, 5G WiFi (802.11 b/g/n, 5GHz supported on M200S/M400S/M700S/M800S)
• Display: High-definition screen (1280*720 resolution on M200S/M400S/M700S/M800S)
• Audio: DSP+RDS (Digital Sound Processor, Radio Data System)
• Integration: Wireless Car-Play, Android Auto
• Cooling: Built-in Cooling Fan (on M200S/M400S/M700S/M800S models) to manage high temperatures
• Split Screen: Support for running two applications simultaneously
• Reversing Camera: AHD HD reversing video input (camera not included)
• Bluetooth: BT Function with phonebook sync, music streaming, and call records
• Radio: FM/AM RDS Radio with automatic and manual search
• Diagnostics: Support for OBD II (OBDII module not included)
• Customization: Customizable main interface and button lighting

5. Installation and Setup

Professional installation is recommended. Ensure the vehicle's power is off before beginning installation.

Figure 5.1: Example of the unit installed in a KIA Ray dashboard.

5.1 Wiring Connections

1. Power Cable: Connect the main power harness to the vehicle's wiring. Ensure ACC, B+, and Ground wires are correctly connected.
2. RCA Cables: Connect for audio output, video input (e.g., reversing camera), and other auxiliary functions.
3. USB Cables: Connect the provided USB cables for external storage, Android Auto, or Carplay connections.
4. GPS Antenna: Mount the GPS antenna in a location with a clear view of the sky (e.g., dashboard, under the windshield) and connect it to the unit.
5. 4G Antenna (if applicable): Connect the 4G antenna for cellular network access.
6. Reversing Camera: Connect the reversing camera input cable. Ensure the reverse trigger wire is connected to the vehicle's reverse light signal.
7. Microphone (if applicable): Connect the external microphone for better call quality.

5.2 Boot LOGO Settings

You can customize the boot logo of your device:

1. Go to Settings → Factory → Boot screen Logo. Select your desired car logo pattern.
2. Custom Boot Logo: For custom images, ensure the picture resolution is 1024x600 or higher. Create a folder named 'mycar' in the root directory of your SD card or USB drive. Place the image file into this folder. Insert the SD card/USB into the unit, navigate to the boot logo settings, and slide to the last page to display and select your custom image.

6. Basic Operation

6.1 Gesture Recognition

The device recognizes various touch gestures:

• Short-press (Click): Tap briefly to select or activate.
• Long-press: Press and hold for a few seconds to access context menus or draggable states.
• Drag: Long-press an icon and move your finger across the screen.
• Slide (Swipe): Swipe left/right to switch interfaces, or up/down for scrolling.
• Multi-finger swipe: Specific functions may be assigned to multi-finger gestures.

6.2 Main Interface and Application Interface

1. Upon startup, the device defaults to the main menu page, displaying shortcuts to frequently used functions. You can customize this layout.
2. The device supports multiple screens; swipe left or right to navigate between them.
3. To return to the main interface from any other screen, tap the Home icon.
4. To access the full application list, tap the App Drawer icon on the main interface.

6.3 Wallpaper Replacement

You can change the display wallpaper:

1. On the main interface, long-press any blank space to bring up wallpaper and live wallpaper setting options.
2. Alternatively, go to Settings → Devices → Display → Wallpaper and choose from available options.

6.4 Adding/Deleting Application Shortcuts

• Add Shortcut: In the application interface, long-press an app icon until it enters a draggable state. The device will automatically switch to the main menu. Drag the icon to your desired position on the main menu.
• Delete Shortcut: Long-press an app icon or widget on the main menu. A delete button will appear. Drag the icon/widget to the delete button; it will turn red. Release the icon/widget to remove the shortcut.

7. Main Functions

7.1 Navigation

From the main interface, tap the Navigation icon to enter the map interface. Tap the Search icon within the map interface to enter the destination search screen.

7.2 Bluetooth Function

Figure 7.1: Bluetooth features including phonebook, music, and call records.

Tap the Bluetooth icon on the main interface to access Bluetooth functions.

1. Bluetooth Phone Connection:
   1. Enable Bluetooth on your mobile phone and the car unit. Set your phone to be 'visible to everyone'.
   2. Search for the car unit's Bluetooth device on your phone and connect. The default pairing password is usually '0000'.
   3. Once connected, you can use the Bluetooth phone functions.
2. Bluetooth Call Record: Tap the Call Record icon within the Bluetooth interface to view incoming, outgoing, and missed calls. Records are sorted by dialing time and can be deleted.
3. Bluetooth Phone Address Book Sync: Tap the Phonebook icon. Ensure your phone is connected via Bluetooth. Click 'Download' to sync your phone's contacts. Your phone may prompt you to allow access. After download, click 'Save'. You can then search for contacts or delete them.
4. Bluetooth Music: Tap the Music icon within the Bluetooth interface. When connected, you can play music from your phone through the car unit and control playback (next/previous song).
5. Bluetooth Device Search: Tap the Search icon to find nearby Bluetooth devices. Select a device and click 'Connect'. Enter the pairing password if prompted.

7.3 Application Interface

Tap the App Drawer icon on the main interface to view and launch all installed applications.

7.4 Video Playback

Tap the Video icon on the main interface to enter the video playback interface.

• The player supports various video formats (3gp, mp4, m4v, flv, f4v, mkv, webm, avi, etc.) from internal and external storage.
• Video List: View videos by storage device type.
• Picture-in-Picture: Tap the PiP icon to enable picture-in-picture mode, allowing you to watch videos while using other applications like navigation. You can adjust the video size and position.

7.5 Equalizer

Access the equalizer to adjust sound effects. You can set preset sound modes or manually adjust EQ, sound field, spatial effects, and sound enhancement settings.

7.6 Radio Function

Enter the radio interface to access FM/AM radio features.

• Band Switching: Tap the Band icon to switch between FM1, FM2, FM3, etc.
• Range Switching: Tap the DX/LOC icon to switch between long and short range reception.
• Stereo: Tap the Stereo icon to toggle stereo mode.
• Search: Tap the Search icon to automatically scan and save all available radio stations.
• Save Station: Long-press any of the 6 save buttons per band to store the current frequency.
• Radio Settings: Tap the Settings icon to adjust FM sensitivity, RDS switch, and region. You can restore default settings.

7.7 Steering Wheel Learning

If your car's steering wheel buttons support learning, you can customize their functions:

1. Press and hold the button on your steering wheel that you wish to program.
2. On the car unit's screen, select the function you want to assign to that button.
3. Release the steering wheel button once a valid resistance value appears below the function button on the screen.
4. Repeat for other buttons. Click 'Save' after learning all desired functions.

7.8 Touch Screen Assistant

This feature provides a floating button with shortcuts for quick access to functions. You can enable/disable it, set it to display on boot, and adjust its size in settings.

7.9 Music Player

Access the music player to play audio files from internal or external storage.

• Playlists: View songs by list, folder, artist, or album.
• Playback Interface: Displays song title, progress, and controls (play/pause, skip, fast forward/rewind).

7.10 File Management

The file manager allows you to view, copy, move, and delete files on the device's internal storage and connected USB/SD cards.

7.11 Picture Preview

Browse image files from internal/external storage. You can zoom, move, cut, rotate images, and set them as wallpaper.

8. Settings

Tap the Settings icon on the main interface to access system settings.

8.1 Wireless Settings

• Wi-Fi: Connect to available Wi-Fi networks.
• Data Usage: Monitor cellular data usage.
• SIM Info: View information about the inserted SIM card.
• More: Access mobile network settings, portable hotspot, flight mode, VPN.

8.2 Device Settings

• Display: Adjust screen brightness, wallpaper, and auto-black screen functions.
• Sound: Configure sound output effects (touch screen sound, LOUD, power amplifier, bass, equalizer).
• GPS: View GPS positioning information, support Beidou and GPS dual-module display, and enable automatic time synchronization with GPS satellites.
• Storage: Check internal memory and external storage usage.
• Apps: Manage installed applications (view usage, uninstall, stop).

8.3 General Settings

Configure basic attributes like 'Turn on any key', 'Brake setting' (video display controlled by handbrake), 'Image time overlay', 'Reversing mirror image', 'Reversing mute', 'Reversing sound reduction', 'Backlight brightness control', 'Default volume switch', 'Power-on default volume', 'GPS mixing', 'Mixing ratio', 'Color light settings', 'Steering wheel settings', 'Navigation application settings', 'Map copy'.

8.4 Factory Settings

Access with a correct pairing password. It is not recommended to change these settings unless advised by support, as it can affect device operation.

8.5 Personal Settings

• Location: Set GPS satellite positioning for current location information.
• Security: Manage device administration, fixed screen settings.
• Language and Input: Switch languages and add input methods.
• Backup and Reset: Restore factory settings.
• Delay Power Off: Set the power-off delay time after ACC is off.

8.6 System Settings

• Date and Time: Set system date and time.
• About Device: View basic information about applications, system, and software.
• Distinguish Information: Check IMEI number of the SIM card slot.

9. User Tips

While no specific user reviews or Q&A were provided, general tips for car multimedia systems include:

• Regular Updates: Check for firmware updates from the manufacturer to ensure optimal performance and new features.
• Screen Cleaning: Use a soft, lint-free cloth specifically designed for electronics to clean the touchscreen. Avoid harsh chemicals.
• USB/SD Card Formatting: For best compatibility, format USB drives and SD cards to FAT32 before use.
• Backup Settings: If available, back up your personalized settings before major updates or resets.

10. Troubleshooting (FAQ)

10.1 Bluetooth Pairing Issues

Q: My phone cannot pair with the car unit's Bluetooth.
A: Try turning off and on your phone's Bluetooth, then search again. If it persists, go to Bluetooth settings on the car unit and select 'Reset Bluetooth settings'. After a few seconds, try pairing again.

10.2 No Sound from Bluetooth Music

Q: There is no sound when playing music via Bluetooth.
A: Ensure your paired mobile phone has its volume turned up and is not muted.

10.3 Phone Book Download Failure

Q: The phone book does not download when I click the button.
A: After connecting via Bluetooth, when you click 'Download' for the phone book, your mobile phone should receive a request to download contacts. You must confirm and allow this request on your phone for the download to proceed.

10.4 Bluetooth Name Not Updating

Q: The Bluetooth name I set is not updating immediately.
A: Disconnect the Bluetooth connection and then reconnect. The new name should then appear.

10.5 USB/SD Card Data Not Updating

Q: Data from my SD card or USB drive is not showing up in the music player immediately.
A: After inserting a storage device, the music player scans for data. If there's a large amount of data, it may take a few seconds to a minute to update. If it still doesn't update, ensure the storage device is properly mounted (check the file browser). Try re-plugging the card/USB or check the hardware connection.

10.6 Garbled Song File Names

Q: Song file names appear as garbled code.
A: The song name displayed is not always the file name. If the song's encoding method is not a common format or doesn't match the local language, it may result in display errors.

11. Specifications

Below are the general specifications for the MEKEDE UIS7862S Smart Car Radio. Specific features may vary by model variant (e.g., M200S, M400S, M700S, M800S, M90S, M95S).

12. Warranty and Support

12.1 Warranty

This product comes with a 365-day warranty from the date of purchase. The warranty covers manufacturing defects. It does not cover damage caused by improper installation, misuse, accidents, modifications, or unauthorized repairs. Please retain your proof of purchase for warranty claims.

12.2 Technical Support

For technical assistance, troubleshooting beyond this manual, or warranty claims, please contact your retailer or the MEKEDE official support channel. Provide your product model number and purchase details for faster service.