CarlinKit T2215 User Manual: Wireless CarPlay and Android Auto for Tesla

Product Function Introduction

This product is designed for Tesla vehicles. By simply plugging it into the original USB port, your car's original system is upgraded to wireless CarPlay or Android Auto (optional feature). This synchronization allows your phone's online maps, music, and voice assistant to be displayed and controlled on the central control screen.

Product Specifications

Product Connection Diagram

The CarlinKit T2215 device features an LED light, a Type-C female port, and a Nano SIM card slot. To connect, plug the product into the car's USB port. A note advises against inserting the SIM card backward to prevent damage to the card slot.

LED Indicator Description

• Mobile Phone Interconnection Status: Green light flashes slowly after successful connection.
• Wi-Fi Connection Status: Green light remains solid after successful connection. Green indicates 5GHz frequency; orange indicates 2.4GHz.
• Power Status: Green light is on after the product powers up.
• 4G Status: Green light flashes slowly after successful dialing. Green and blue lights flash slowly alternately for versions without a cellular network. Orange light flashes slowly if dialing is abnormal or the SIM card is not inserted.

Wireless CarPlay Connection Instructions (No Cellular Network)

1. Plug the product into the car's USB port.
2. Turn on your mobile phone's hotspot before connecting.
3. Turn on your iPhone's Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Pair with the product's signal, typically named "AutoKit-xxxx", using the default password "88888888".
4. After Wi-Fi connection is successful, ensure "Remain connected in Drive" is selected.
5. Open the car's browser and navigate to "tespush.com" (or "tescarplay.com") to access wireless CarPlay.

Wireless CarPlay Connection Instructions (Cellular Network)

1. Insert the Nano SIM card into the card slot. (Note: The device may not work properly without a SIM card).
2. Plug the product into the car's USB port.
3. Click the Wi-Fi icon on the upper right corner of your car's screen. Search for the product's Wi-Fi signal: "AutoKit-xxxx" and enter the password: "88888888".
4. After the Wi-Fi connection is successful, ensure "Remain connected in Drive" is selected.
5. Open the car's browser and navigate to "tespush.com" (or "tescarplay.com") to access wireless CarPlay.

Note: Wireless Android Auto (optional function) can be connected by following similar steps with an Android phone.

Multimedia Bluetooth Connection Instructions

1. Keep your phone connected to the car's Bluetooth.
2. Click the Bluetooth icon on the bottom right of the car's screen to enter the "Connect Phone" interface.
3. Find your phone's name and connect. Music and call audio will play through the car stereo.

Note: When the cell phone is connected to the car, it is not necessary to use mobile network data for the connection itself.

Network Bands

The device supports various cellular network bands for different regions:

Detailed FAQ

Q: Why are there anomalies in traffic usage?

1. The device may automatically update when connected to Wi-Fi. If issues occur, try updating using a different Wi-Fi network.
2. When using Wireless CarPlay, avoid manually connecting your phone to the device's Wi-Fi. If you do, after connecting to CarPlay, select "Ignore this network" for the device's Wi-Fi in your phone's settings.

Q: The phone cannot establish a connection?

Please check if the 4G network is stable (indicated by the LED) and if the SIM card is functional and has network access. According to the car's security policy, the product's Wi-Fi is only activated when a 4G network connection is established, which is essential for wireless connectivity and automotive network communication.

Q: The product cannot be connected when in an underground parking lot?

Tesla's security mechanism may disconnect from the network if a Wi-Fi hotspot is detected as unable to provide network access. Use a carrier with better signal coverage in your current network environment.

Q: My Tesla does not support http and needs to support https access?

Access can be made via https://tslpush.com.

Q: What is the difference between cellular and non-cellular version?

The cellular version utilizes the device's own 4G network, while the non-cellular version relies on the phone's mobile network.

Q: How do I stay connected to the network for the non-cellular version?

1. Connect your phone to the product's Wi-Fi signal.
2. Enter the URL 192.168.3.1 in your phone's browser.
3. Access the website background to configure relevant settings, such as Wi-Fi frequency bands and factory resets.

Q: Which USB port of the car should the product be plugged into, and why does it keep powering up after getting off?

You can use a separate car charger or power the device via the car's USB port. The device will power off approximately 15 minutes after the car is locked.

Q: For connection issues, what emergency steps can be taken?

1. Ensure your phone's VoLTE function is enabled.
2. For dual SIM phones, enable "Allow Cellular Data Switching" under "Cellular" settings.

After-sales Service

Thank you for using this product. To protect your rights and interests, CarlinKit provides a one-year warranty service from the date of purchase for failures caused by product quality issues. Please keep the warranty card as proof of service. The company reserves the right of final interpretation for after-sales matters.

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