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I was after a Wireless Apple CarPlay upgrade to the stock Head Unit in my MQ Triton. I followed this video to remove the stock HU: https://youtu.be/8WAFpPKi64s?si=c8FUiEHA_hF3Jgoh then the GT-Zone for re-assembly. It took me just under an hour and a half but I reckon I'd get it done in 30 minutes the second time around (the screws are in the packet for the Mitsubishi to GT-Zone cable adapter).
One of the existing connectors isn't used on the new HU and it must be for the original USB port as that no longer works, but steering controls (once mapped using the Settings App) work great. It's customisable so I can set the "Mode" button on the steering wheel to pause which is a lot more helpful since there's no mute or pause button on the steering wheel.
My ute has a reverse camera cabled into the rearview mirror so the HU goes to a black screen when reversing as no camera is attached. I was hoping it might 'do nothing' when no camera is detected but I'll dig around the settings (of which there are MANY) to see if there's an option to turn that off.
Wireless Apple CarPlay works great (you have to open the Tlink App for it to connect but it's automatic after that) and it takes 15 seconds from ignition to CarPlay.
The HU runs on Android and there are so many options I couldn't find where to Fade the sound while at the lights with a 4yr old whinging in the back. Some specs for the audio side would be useful on this page as I'd now like to upgrade the speakers but there's no info on whether this is a 4ohm 15w RMS unit or not.
The display resolution looks great and it's responsive enough with the 2GB RAM version. It's like a 30hz monitor - a bit jarring if you're coming from 144hz+ but it's fine as the CarPlay auto-launches so it's "set and forget" for me as I tend to use Siri anyway.
Appearance wise it's amazing and is a significant upgrade to the stock unit that didn't even have a colour display and is good value for the price.
Works really well and installation was straightforward. Wireless CarPlay connects quickly. Great value for money.
Super easy install, and the unit works great. The wireless Android Auto is a game-changer!
The head unit is perfect for my manual AC Triton. Easy installation and wireless CarPlay is a breeze to use.
My Triton’s interior feels more modern. Screen is responsive, and CarPlay is working perfectly.
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