User Manual
Product Features
- Plug & Play
- Bluetooth Connectivity
- Wi-Fi Connectivity
- Fast Connection
- Over-the-Air (OTA) Upgrade
- Converts Wired CarLife to Wireless CarPlay/Android Auto
Product Function Introduction
This device upgrades your car's factory wired CarLife system to wireless CarPlay and Android Auto by connecting to your car's USB-A or Type-C port. It offers automatic connection upon entering the vehicle, eliminating the need for data cables.
Product Specifications
- Power Input: 5V ± 0.2V === 1.0A
- Power Consumption: 1.5W
- Compatible Resolution: Adaptive
- Compatible Car: Cars with factory wired CarLife
- Compatible Mobile Phones:
- iPhone: Compatible with CarPlay, iPhone 6 and above, iOS 10 and above.
- Android Phone: Compatible with Android Auto, Android 11.0 and above.
Product Connection Steps
CarPlay Connection
- Insert the product into your car's USB-A/Type-C port. Tap the "CarLife" icon on the car screen. The device's connection interface will appear.
- On your iPhone's Bluetooth list, find the Bluetooth name displayed on the car screen (e.g., "AutoBox-XXXX"). Click to pair and allow "Use CarPlay" to establish a wireless connection.
Visual Description: The car screen displays the "Baidu CarLife" interface with options like "Setting", "Music", and "Video". A connection status indicates "waiting for connection..." to a device named "AutoBox-XXXX". The iPhone's settings show Bluetooth paired with "AutoBox-XXXX" and the option to "Connect to CarPlay" enabled. Various app icons are visible on the iPhone screen, including Phone, Music, Maps, Messages, Podcasts, Calendar, Settings, and Amazon Music.
Android Auto Connection
- Insert the product into your car's USB-A/Type-C port. Tap the "CarLife" icon on the car screen. The device's connection interface will appear.
- On your phone's Bluetooth list, find the Bluetooth name displayed on the car screen (e.g., "AutoBox-XXXX" or "DESKTOP-LC7R482"). Click to pair to achieve a wireless connection.
Visual Description: Similar to the CarPlay connection, the car screen shows the "Baidu CarLife" interface with "waiting for connection..." to "AutoBox-XXXX". The phone's Bluetooth settings list available devices such as "VW Radio", "DESKTOP-LC7R482", and "XAV-AX150". Once connected, the phone screen displays app icons for Google Maps, YT Music, Spotify, Phone, Calendar, and iHeartRadio.
Connection Hints
- Initiate the connection on your mobile phone. Ensure Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are turned on. Search for the Bluetooth name displayed on the car screen and connect directly.
- Turn on both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi simultaneously for automatic connection to the product.
- The diagrams provided are for connection guidance only. The actual product user interface may vary.
Update Version Online
Method 1: When connected wirelessly, scan the provided QR code (excluded). Navigate to the new webpage, find the "Check for Updates" option, and click to upgrade the firmware.
Method 2: Connect your iPhone to the product's Wi-Fi network. The password is "12345678". After connecting, scan the provided QR code (excluded). Navigate to the new webpage, find the "Check for Updates" option, and click to upgrade the firmware.
Note: The upgrade process is expected to take approximately 3 minutes. Please avoid making or receiving phone calls and do not power off the device during the upgrade.
Feedback Problem
If you encounter any usage problems, before powering off the device, access the device's background webpage. Click on "User Feedback", enter the relevant details of the problem, and click "Submit". After submission, send the generated feedback code to customer service.
Product Certification
The product has a "QUALIFIED CERTIFICATE" indicating it has passed quality checks. Fields typically include Product Name, Date of Manufacture, and Checker.
