Carlinkit Tbox: Advanced Car Infotainment System
Function Introduction
The Carlinkit Tbox enhances your vehicle's infotainment system by connecting to the car's USB port. It runs on an open Android system, allowing app installation for expanded audio-visual entertainment and navigation. Key features include 4G/GPS/Bluetooth/Phone connectivity, enabling wireless CarPlay and wireless Android Auto.
Product Specification
Version & CPU
Powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon processors:
- QCM6125: Quad-Core ARM Cortex-A73 (2.0GHz) + Quad-Core ARM Cortex-A53 (1.8GHz), 11nm process.
- SM6225: Quad-core ARM Cortex-A73 (2.4GHz) + Quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 (1.9GHz), 6nm process.
- SDM660: 4x Kryo Gold (2.2/2.4GHz) + 4x Kryo Silver (1.8GHz).
Operating System
Android System
Operator Version
Supports North America (NA), Europe/Asia (EAU), China (CN), Japan (JP), and No data versions.
Communication Standard
LTD-FDD / LTE-TDD / WCDMA / GSM / EDGE
Global Positioning
GPS / GLONASS / BeiDou
Wireless Network
Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (2.4G+5G)
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 4.2BLE + 5.0BLE
Power Input
5V-1A
Operating Temperature
-20°C to 75°C
Compatibility
Vehicle Compatibility
Designed for original cars equipped with wired CarPlay functionality.
Mobile Phone Compatibility
- iPhone: iPhone 6 or later, running iOS 10 or later.
- Android Phone: Android 10.0 or later; some models may require Android 11.0 or later.
SIM/TF Card Slot
SIM Card Slot
Enables 4G network connectivity for real-time internet access.
TF Card Slot
Supports storage expansion up to 512GB.
Connection Instructions
Accessing the Android System: From your original car's system interface, select "CarPlay" to enter the Tbox's Android environment.
Phone Integration: Use the "Phone" ? icon to manage contacts or the "BT Phone" icon to pair your mobile phone via Bluetooth ? for contact synchronization.
System Settings: Access the "Settings" ⚙️ icon to configure language, wallpaper, and other preferences.
Returning to Original System: Select the "Home" [home-icon] icon to revert to your car's native interface.
Visual Description: The main interface displays icons for Settings ⚙️, BT Phone [bt-phone-icon], AutoKit [autokit-icon], Contacts [contacts-icon], Play Store ▶️, Snapdragon Gallery [gallery-icon], GPSTest [gps-icon]. A phone's interface shows icons for Phone ?, Music [music-icon], Map [map-icon], Settings ⚙️, and the AutoKit app.
Wireless CarPlay/Android Auto Setup
To enable wireless connectivity:
- Launch the "AutoKit" application.
- Enable Bluetooth ? and Wi-Fi ? on your smartphone.
- In your phone's Bluetooth settings, search for and pair with the car's displayed Bluetooth name.
- Once the connection is successful, wireless CarPlay or Android Auto will be active.
Visual Description: The "AutoKit" screen indicates "Waiting" for connection. A phone's Bluetooth menu shows a device name for pairing. The car's main screen displays icons for FM/AM [radio-icon], Music [music-icon], Video [video-icon], Bluetooth Audio, Settings ⚙️, BT Phone [bt-phone-icon], AutoKit [autokit-icon], Contacts [contacts-icon], Play Store ▶️, Snapdragon Gallery [gallery-icon], GPSTest [gps-icon].
Downloading Applications
Access the "Play Store" ▶️ to download a variety of apps, including third-party navigation, music streaming, video players, and games, to enrich your driving experience.
Visual Description: The Google Play Store interface is shown, featuring sections like "For you", "Top charts", and "Categories". It displays app icons for YouTube ▶️, Google Chrome, Google Translate, Spotify, Netflix, and others. A navigation screen shows a route with directions, estimated time, and distance. The map displays street names, including Chinese characters like "Xintang Rd" and "Ying Electrocar".
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Issue: SIM card inserted, but no internet connection.
Solution:
- Go to Settings ⚙️ > Network & Internet > APN and manually configure the APN settings.
- Verify your mobile carrier's APN parameters using another Android phone. Then, in the Tbox settings (Network & Internet > APN), add the correct APN using the [plus-sign] icon.
- For detailed video instructions, contact customer support.
Issue: SIM card is not recognized.
Solution:
- Ensure the SIM card is inserted correctly: metal side down, with the notch facing inward.
- Always turn the product OFF before inserting or removing the SIM card.
Issue: Netflix requires an update.
Solution: Tap the "Cancel" [cancel] button. Avoid updating or deleting pre-installed software.
After-Sales Service & Warranty
Carlinkit offers a one-year warranty for product quality issues from the purchase date. Please retain this warranty card as proof of service. Carlinkit reserves the right to interpret warranty terms.
Warranty Information | Details |
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Product Name | Carlinkit Tbox |
Customer Name | |
Phone Number | |
Address | |
Dealer's Name (Stamped) | |
Warranty Period | One Year from Purchase Date |
Warranty Coverage | Product quality issues |
Purchase Date | |
Visual Description: A section indicates "QUALIFIED CERTIFICATE" with a [checkmark-circle] symbol.
Visit Carlinkit online for more information: https://carlinkitcarplay.com/