AX1860NAV 12/24V 6.2" ANDROID MULTIMEDIA RECEIVER

This document serves as the instruction manual for the AX1860NAV, a 12/24V 6.2-inch Android Multimedia Receiver.

Specifications

General

• 6.2" Capacitive Touch LCD
• Android 8.1.0 OS
• Cortex A7 Quad Core T3 1.2Ghz
• 1GB DDR3 RAM
• 32GB Flash
• Steering Wheel Control (Programmable)
• 11-28V DC Voltage Range
• -20 to +60 degrees Celsius Operating Temperature
• 170mm Width x 97mm Height (Nose dimensions)
• 178mm Width x 103mm Height x 98mm Depth (Overall dimensions)

Audio

• 4 x 45W Max Power (24V)
• 7 x Equalizer Presets
• 1 x Custom 12 Band EQ with Q Value Adjust
• Subwoofer Control: 80/120/160Hz Level Adjust
• Loud/Mute
• 2 x RCA Pre-out
• 1 x Sub RCA Pre-out

Tuner

• Elite RDS AM/FM
• FM 87.5-108MHz; AM522-1710KHz
• 30 Presets (18 FM/12 AM)

Multimedia

• Built-in WiFi
• Included Apps: Spotify, Chrome, Waze, Google Maps, YouTube
• Mirror Link: Android Display & 2-Way Control via USB
• Apple & Android Display only via WiFi
• 32GB Internal Storage
• Supports External Hard Disk up to 1TB
• 3 x USB (2 x Rear, 1 Front)
• 1 x Micro SD Map Slot (Front)
• 1 x AUX Input (Front)
• 1 x A/V Input (Rear)
• 2 x Camera Input (Selectable)
• 1 x Video Output
• Audio Formats: MP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, OGG, FLAC, AC3
• Video Formats: 1080p, DivX, RMVB, MP4
• Image Formats: JPEG, BMP, GIF, PNG

Navigation

• Includes: WAZE Navigation App, GOOGLE maps App
• Optional: iGo Primo Mapping, HEMA Explorer App

Bluetooth

• A2DP Audio Streaming
• Phonebook & Search
• External Mic

Included

• GPS Antenna
• ISO Wiring Harness
• Installation L Brackets
• 2 Year Warranty

User Manual Instructions

• Illustrations are used in this manual to explain operations and precautions.
• The illustrations used in this manual are only for reference.
• If the manual differs to the unit, it could be a result of factory improvements and updates. Please take the actual unit as the standard.

Warnings

To avoid any injury or damage to yourself, your car and others, please make sure to do as following:

• Before using this unit, please read all related instructions carefully. Any damage to this unit caused by improper operation will void the warranty.
• In order to drive safely and not break traffic rules, please do not watch videos or operate the unit while driving.
• To avoid short circuit; please keep the unit away from fluids.
• To avoid short circuit, please do not place or insert any kind of metal object (such as coin or metal tool) into the unit.
• Do not insert any objects into the ventilating slot or other opening of this unit.
• Please operate the unit as per this manual.
• Do not open the unit for maintenance. If any maintenance is needed, please visit an authorized service agent.
• After the car engine is off, please do not use the unit for an extended period of time, otherwise the battery may be drained.
• Do not strike, rub, scratch, knock or press hard on the touch screen.

Cleaning the Unit

• If there is any dirt or marks on the front panel, clean the panel using a dry, soft cloth.
• If the panel is very dirty, clean the panel with mild detergent and then wipe the detergent with a clean soft cloth. Be sure that no fluids enter the unit, as this will void the warranty.

Panel Introduction

Diagram showing the front panel of the AX1860NAV unit. It labels:

1. Power On/Off button: Short press to turn on. Long press to turn off.
2. Seek/Tune Up [Seek Forward] button: Short press for one forward frequency step tuning or next song in USB/SD mode. Long press for forward frequency scan.
3. Seek/Tune Down [Seek Backward] button: As above, but for reverse step/scan.
4. Volume Knob: Rotate to increase or decrease volume. Press to mute.
5. USB Input (Behind Panel): Multimedia file playback via USB.
6. AUX Input (Behind Panel): 3.5mm input for auxiliary audio.
7. Reset Button (Behind Panel): Press to reset the unit to factory default settings.
8. N/A
9. Micro SD Card Slot: Multimedia file playback via Micro SD card.

Main Screen Interface

After the unit is turned on, the system will enter Radio mode by default. Press the [Home Icon] to enter the Home Page.

Diagram showing the main screen interface with numbered indicators pointing to different elements:

1. [Home Icon]: Press to go back to the home page.
2. [Down Arrow Icon]: Slide down to reveal the Settings Icon, System Info & SD Card status. Press the down arrow to access Wi-Fi settings, Hot Spot On/Off, Screen Shot, Clean Memory.
3. [Files Icon]: Press to display open/running files & functions. Press the [X Symbol] to close.
4. [Back Arrow Icon]: Press to return to the previous screen.
5. Function Icons: Touch an icon to select your desired function.
6. Page Scroll Indicators: Slide Left or Right to scroll through pages.

Functions - Home Page 1

Radio Function Operation

Tap the [Radio Icon] on the Home Page to enter the radio interface.

Radio Band Select

Tap the AM or FM icon to switch the radio bands: FM1/FM2/FM3/AM1/AM2.

Tune and Seek

• Press the [Seek Backward] and [Seek Forward] icons to tune frequency step by step.
• Press and hold the [Seek Backward] or [Seek Forward] icon to seek automatically. Tuning will stop seeking when a station is found.
• Drag the orange cursor along the frequency bar or tap on the frequency bar to quickly move to the desired frequency.

Auto Search and Store

Press the [Search Icon] and the tuner will search all frequencies and auto store into presets.

LOC/DX

Press the [LOC/DX Icon] to select local or distance tuner setting.

RDS

Press to turn On/Off the Radio Data System notifications.

Audio Settings

Press the [EQ Icon] to select preset EQ presets, adjust 12 Band EQ, EQ Q Value, Loudness, Fading, Balance, Sub On/Off, Sub Freq. Filter, Sub Level.

Bluetooth Phone

Tap the [Phone Icon] on the Home Page to enter the phone interface.

Registering your Bluetooth device

1. Activate Bluetooth on your phone.
2. Touch "search".
3. Touch the Bluetooth Device name of your phone.
4. Type the pin code (default code is 0000 or 1234) on your phone.

Connecting your Bluetooth device

1. Activate Bluetooth on your phone.
2. Touch to see the existing registered Bluetooth device list.
3. Select the box of the Bluetooth device name to connect.
4. Type the pin code (default code is 0000 or 1234) on your phone.

Delete a registered device

1. Touch to see the registered Bluetooth device list.
2. Cross the box of the device name you wish to delete.
3. Touch the cross. You will be asked "do you want to unpair the Device??".
4. Touch OK. The device will be deleted.

Hands-Free Call

Diagram showing the on-screen interface for making calls, including a dial panel and contact list.

• 1. Dial Panel
• 2. Phone book
• 3. Phone call record
• 4. Device list
• 5. Settings

Making a Phone call

Touch [Keypad Icon] for keypad, type the phone number, and touch [Call Icon] to make a phone call. End the phone call by touching [End Call Icon], and touch [Speaker Icon] to switch to speaker.

Bluetooth Music

Tap the [BT Music Icon] on the Home Page to enter the BT audio interface. The unit will automatically start playing music from the paired device.

Tune and Seek

• Press the [Seek Backward] and [Seek Forward] icons to skip forward or back track.
• Press the [Pause/Play Icon] accordingly.

Compatible paired devices will display the Track title, Artist name and Album name. NOTE: For some mobiles, you may need to start the music app via your Device. Must be paired via BT to the unit first.

WAZE Navigation App

Tap the [Waze Icon] on the Home Page to activate the App. This unit is pre-loaded with the WAZE Navigation APP. Waze is owned by Google and is the world's largest community-based traffic and navigation app. Unlike Google Maps, Waze is designed to be a dedicated in-car navigation system. Join other drivers in your area who share real-time traffic and road info. Get alerted before you approach police, accidents, road hazards or traffic jams; all shared by other drivers in real-time, working together to get the best route. Simply connect the unit to a [Wi-Fi Icon] signal or use your phone as a hot spot to get access to real-time information. WAZE will give you turn-by-turn navigation to your chosen destination and help you to avoid traffic jams and accidents etc. when it can.

WAZE Navigation Setup

• Turn on the device (smart phone etc.) Hotspot function.
• On the unit, access "Network & Internet" settings by sliding down the top menu.
• Select Wi-Fi, and turn Wi-Fi function on. The unit will scan for available Wi-Fi connections. Select your Hotspot device and follow the password instructions. The unit will say "Connected" when successful.
• Press the [Home Icon] to return to the home page, then select the Waze icon. Then follow the Waze App setup steps and use information.

Navi

Tap the [Navi Icon] on the Home Page to activate Google Maps. NOTE: The unit will need to be hot-spotted to a Wi-Fi device or Smart Phone.

Music Function

Tap the [Music Icon] on the Home Page to enter the music stored. You can play audio files from a USB device or from the internal memory. When playing a music file that is not supported, the system will display "fail to play as the file format is not supported".

• Tap the [Seek Backward] or [Seek Forward] icon to play previous/next song.
• Tap the [Pause Icon] to switch between Pause/Play.

Phone Mirroring Function

Tap the [EasyConnection Icon] on the Home Page to enter the mirroring mode. This function allows you to view the phone's screen on the unit.

• Via USB: Android phones* will display the phone's screen via USB and allow 2-way control of the phone via the unit's screen.
• Via Wi-Fi: Apple & Android phones* will display the phone's screen via wireless Wi-Fi, but will not allow control of the phone via the unit's screen.

*NOTE: Phone updates can affect the EasyConnection performance and compatibility.

Phone Mirroring Setup

Tap the [EasyConnection Icon] on the Home Page to enter the mirroring mode.

• Select one of the 3 connect phone/modes.
• Follow the instructions highlighted.
• Press the [Settings Icon] for more options.
• Press the [Help Icon] for help.

*NOTE: On Android phones, the USB debugging function will need to be enabled. This will be in the phone's settings (under Developer Options, check your phone's manual for more information).

Spotify

Tap the [Spotify Icon] on the Home Page to listen to your favourite music. NOTE: The unit will need to be hot-spotted to a WiFi device or Smart Phone.

Chrome

Tap the [Chrome Icon] to search the internet. NOTE: The unit will need to be hot-spotted to a Wi-Fi device or Smart Phone.

Front Camera

Tap the [F. Camera Icon] to view the front mounted camera (not included).

• Touch the screen to display the top panel functions.
• Touch the [Home Icon] to return to the menu.
• The image can be changed between normal or mirrored view via the Settings menu. (see pg. 2 of Home screen -> Video)

Functions - Home Page 2

Settings

Tap the [Settings Icon] to access all system settings. Options include: Video, General, Input Gain, Network & Internet, Apps & Notifications, Display, Storage, Security & Location, Users & Accounts, Accessibility, Google, System.

Aptoide Lite

Tap the [Aptoide Lite Icon] to access downloadable Apps. NOTE: The unit will need to be hot-spotted to a Wi-Fi device or Smart Phone.

YouTube

Tap the [YouTube Icon] to access Videos & Music. NOTE: The unit will need to be hot-spotted to a Wi-Fi device or Smart Phone.

ES File Explorer

Tap the [ES File Explorer Icon] to access all stored and downloaded information.

Clock

Tap the [Clock Icon] to set Alarm, Clock, Timer & Stopwatch functions.

Equalizer

Tap the [EQ Icon] to set audio preferences.

EQ Icon Settings:

• EQ Presets: Flat, Pop, Easy, Rock, Classic, Jazz.
• EQ User: Touch desired level of each selected frequency. The unit will display the frequency adjusted and the level adjusted to.
• Q value: Sets the width of the adjusted frequency - narrow or wide.

Speaker Icon Settings:

• Loudness: On / Off. When set "On", frequencies are adjusted for enhanced listening at low volumes.
• Subwoofer: On / Off. Select the frequency range that will be sent to the Subwoofer output: 80Hz and lower, 120Hz and lower, 160Hz and lower. Select the Subwoofer Output Level: 0 - 14.
• Fader / Balance: Touch on desired location of your choice for a more focused listening position. Touch the [Center Icon] to revert to the default setting.

AUX

Tap the [AUX Icon] to view and listen to the front 3.5mm A/V input.

Sound Recorder

Tap the [Sound Recorder Icon] to record audible sound/speech.

Video

Tap the [Video Icon] to view video files stored in the unit's memory.

Maps

Tap the [Maps Icon] to activate the Google Maps App. NOTE: The unit will need to be hot-spotted to a Wi-Fi device or Smart Phone.

Functions - Home Page 3

Image

Tap the [Image Icon] to view images stored in the unit's memory.

Logo Select

Tap the [Logo Select Icon] to select a logo stored in the unit's memory (not included) to appear on the start-up screen.

SWC (Steering Wheel Control)

Tap the [SWC Icon] to program steering wheel functions into the unit.

• Connect the KEY 1 wire and KEY 2 wire of the unit's SWC line with the respective positive (+) SWC key wires in the vehicle.
• If the vehicle only has one positive (+) SWC connection, connect only one Key wire (either 1 or 2) and insulate the other Key wire.
• 1. Press SWC to start.
• 2. To erase any existing SWC programming, press reset, and then press OK.
• 3. Press the function on the screen you wish to program.
• 4. Press and hold the corresponding button on the steering wheel. (A red tick icon will appear when successfully programmed)
• 5. Repeat steps 3 & 4 for every button.
• 6. Press Save and Exit once every button has been programmed.

NOTE: This unit can be controlled by analogue SWC signals only. If the vehicle has a digital SWC system, a SWC DAC adapter is required for compatibility. If SWC function is not being used, please insulate all key wires.

SWC Questions

If this unit is only compatible with analogue SWC systems, how do I tell if the vehicle has an analogue or digital system?

Test 1 - Without the radio SWC wires connected.

With an Ohm meter, probe the SWC positive and SWC negative connection on the vehicle. Press and hold a button on the steering wheel. If the resistance reading changes from an open circuit to a steady resistance reading, the SWC system is analogue. If however the reading changes from an open circuit to a pulsing or constantly changing reading while the button is held down firmly, the SWC system is digital. If your vehicle has more than one SWC positive connection, only half of the buttons on the steering wheel will be connected to each wire, in which case, you may have to try a few different buttons before you get a reading.

Test 2 - With the radio SWC wires connected.

With a volt meter, probe the SWC positive and SWC negative connection, while the radio is on. Press and hold a button on the steering wheel. If the voltage reading drops from 3.3 volts to a lower voltage and remains at that voltage as long as the button is held down, the SWC system is analogue. If the voltage reading starts jumping up and down while the button is held down firmly, the SWC system is digital. If your vehicle has more than one SWC positive connection, only half of the buttons on the steering wheel will be connected to each wire, in which case, you may have to try a few different buttons before you get a reading.

What can I do if the vehicle has a digital SWC system?

A CANBUS SWC adaptor will be required to convert the digital signals to analogue signals.

What if the vehicle does not have any SWC functions or the SWC function is not needed?

Insulate the key wires.

The SWC wires are connected, but when a button is pushed during the programming procedure, there is no response from the radio screen.

The vehicle likely uses a digital SWC system; a SWC adaptor will be required.

Color LED

Tap the [ColorLED Icon] to make adjustments to the button backlighting.

• To activate the button backlighting when the vehicle's lights turn on; connect the illumination wire to 12V.
• To activate the button backlighting at all times; go to the [Settings Icon] on the second Home page, then select General. Under the Headlight Switch heading, select off.

Troubleshooting

Please refer to the troubleshooting issues below: