Android Auto Install

[Z06-Hec*]

Just wanted to show some pics...
This was a pretty easy install, just some patience removing the trim.
Definitely take it easy removing the clips from any cables you are disconnecting, they can break easily.
Everything was indeed plug and play and came up right away. Hardest part was tucking the extra harness cables back behind the brain.
Working great, great upgrade from stock.
Android 11 upgrade - 12 inches

[JellyStyle]

you should look at getting new dipped trims..
these guys did it for me, unbelievable job.. but they can do in any color, including piano black and others. best 600 upgrade

[Z06-Hec*]

Those are nice !
Thanks
@jellyStyle
Did you have to remove yours and send them in first? Core swap ?

[JellyStyle]

Originally Posted by Z06-Hec*

Those are nice !
Thanks
@jellyStyle
Did you have to remove yours and send them in first? Core swap ?

no core swap, they just send you a new set, you can sell your old or send to them for a small credit too.

[Z06-Hec*]

who did them?

[JellyStyle]

pm me, i'll give you their info.

[J.Echte]

Hi!

Got a couple questions for you glad you posted this!
I am currently also in the market to do this install.

Do you experience/notice a loss in audio quality with the new interface?
Hows the touch screens feedback?
Glare when driving during the day?
Does the 12.3" screen seem too large in person?

Which unit did you purchase, there are a ton of different options out there...
Different ECU's, RAM and storgae as well as Android 11 or 12.

Btw, I'm living in Bham, AL and not too far from you! bought my 750 in Atlanta 2021

Appreciate your feedback!

Jan

[Z06-Hec*]

Never got a notice for this post... Sorry for delay

Audio Quality = I have the Harmon Kardon setup in my 7 and it sounds great.
I will say, when I go into EQ settings in the interface and select anything other than flat, it seems to boost it a lot. I get the sense it has my native sound settings where I left them (custom) and then on top of that tries to adjust it based off the screen settings.
For this reason i leave it on flat.

I bought the PEMP version which apparently does not have glare - I confirm this.
There are Brightness/Contrast settings in the screen if you need to play with these. I left them as is.
12.3 Inches, seems like its stock...
In fact, with all these newer models out there...
Mine has the built in dvd changer... Im hoping if they can come up with something to remove the DVD changer, and insert another screen for passenger side like the newer cars.

Another note... there is no way to integrate my rear stock entertainment screens with the new Android one from PEMP.
Searching forms, someone else mentioned they had a different version that allowed for HDMI hook up....
I assume with that, we technically can convert the HDMI to old school audio/video cable (red, yellow, white) and have them mirror the input.

Overall vs Stock setup
it gives me what i wanted... Android auto which i did not have prior.
With the radio in stock form, all I ever used was the BT to stream with no screen option.

[ToTheBimmer]

Thanks for posting the pictures and feedback on this setup.

I had done a huge job on my previous car in late 2021 with extensive soundproofing, and installed a Kenwood DNR1007XR with Focal speakers and a Morel amp. The Kenwood was part of their eXcelon reference-grade series, and was their top-of-the-line head unit at the time (they have since come out with a slightly updated model). What an exceptional piece of hardware! Sadly, the car was written off from a brutal rear-end accident in October. No problem I suppose, as now I'm in a 2013 750i, and loving it so far! One of the first orders of business was modernizing the entertainment unit a bit, and this information will certainly help in that department.

Looks great!