It's been a few days since i've installed this, and i'd like to give some experience pro's and con's! Pros: - Bluetooth music starts instantly as the device turns on. - Bluetooth music sound quality and phenomenal - The sound this thing puts out to the speakers, again is phenomenal - It works pretty quickly, and barely any lag through the UI or bluetooth Cons: - iPhone's do not work through USB due to Mirrorlink - No dimmer, a little awkward at night time - Will not fit your dash kit, have to jank it in somehow and will not look clean Honestly for $60, this has been something that literally makes me want to go for a drive and play with it. I'm blown away by the sound, which is the main focus and i'm sure all the multimedia and such works great!

@SCORPIO98RUL

2 жыл бұрын

Set volume, then press the rear button of volume searching the brightness dimming.

@alysah9619

Ай бұрын

@@SCORPIO98RUL the dimmer is the little sun button up top

I have the same stereo and it works with my iPhone. Took some time to link but now works fine.

Thanks dude! I’ll be upgrading my Mazda 3 stereo soon and am happy to watch you do it first so I’m not blind going into it! I appreciate the content!

@ColtonRichter

3 жыл бұрын

Don't use this actual stereo as a reference, the only thing to take from this is the wiring harness, dash kit and how to wire. Anything further is a meme 😂

@nosquidzone

3 жыл бұрын

@@ColtonRichter 🤣 you mean it’s not a safe bet to order a stereo from wish? I thought they were a quality source! 🤣 I’m going with the pioneer DMH-1500NEX

On the latest version, 2023, you go into iPhone settings and turn on debugging mode. I've just bought this radio for my son's vehicle and had no issue connecting my iPhone. It connected without my having to do anything. You might look at an update as the interface on yours is different than mine though appears to be the same radio model. Has a pretty awesome EQ. Great vid!

@alysah9619

Ай бұрын

where is this firmware update downloads?

Thanks Brother!

can you show actual moment how you put it in ? I need to extract mine, not sure if there any bolts or just need pry out

You could just buy the cable converter available for any vehicle. I had to buy the converter because my French car defaults to French and metric anytime you disconnect the battery so you have to re-plug in the original to change language etc.

Do you know how to save the radio station etc it’s not saving on mine

Theres been nothing to watch recently so Ive been rewatching the same vids from this channel for striaght 3 days lmao

@ColtonRichter

3 жыл бұрын

Feel bad for you watching this trash on repeat 😂

@SyCoYT

3 жыл бұрын

@@ColtonRichter nah not even Im enjoying it and learning. I got my license and got my sisters mazda 3 i like it but i want a speed now💀

How did u add your car brand to it

Getting that install in my mazda3

You have to use a good quality cord like the one that came with the phone that allows data transfer not just charging. Have mirroring on and set the radio to 4 pin usb. 6 pin Is for Android

@ColtonRichter

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip!

Now I've been putting my ocd / add brain to the wiring process, for those that don't have sleeves and a heat gun (or pocket lighter) you can get wiring butts / connectors that just clip together for effortless electric connections which don't require a sleeve as they generally have one ready to go or don't need it all together. I've never touched a solder so I wouldn't feel comfortable doing it that way. And the twist and sleeve... Those jutty bits would irk me, but Colton knows that's me just being anal, if you're on a budget build / beater build with limited resources, as the big dog said, his way works totally fine 😆 can't wait to see how this'll handle the double 14" sub install champ 😜

1. great video, you literally do everything i plan on doing to my ‘07.... when i get time i’ll watch every video 2. my question is, the app “waze” when you plug into radios, the navigation pops on the screen, does it work w/ this radio?

@ColtonRichter

3 жыл бұрын

This radio, not if you have an iPhone but i'm sure it would with a Android & MIrrorlink

@kjb8610

3 жыл бұрын

As long as your head unit properly runs apple car play and you have Waze downloaded then it will work.

What app do I get to mirror link

mp5 car stereo for $55US or a android car stereo for $85 what is the difference?

I had Eonon brand for my 3 mate. works well too

@ColtonRichter

3 жыл бұрын

Heard Eonon is great too :)

I got this radio from ebay for $45, its good but now I want my steering wheel controls back and Android play, waze. Also looking for better sound quality. I don't like that it only has 2 brightness settings, its kinda lags at times. But you get what you pay for.

@ColtonRichter

3 жыл бұрын

For the price, it's quite impressive.

I installed an Android auto stereo in my 3 about a year ago, but hated how I had to look down to see the maps so I got rid of it. I'm really tempted to get this Dual Electronics DMCPA11BT with a 10 inch screen, but I'm not so sure about it since the vents will be blocked and it'll look ridiculous

@ColtonRichter

3 жыл бұрын

I might want to get something like that in the future, but it's quite pricey for being an offbrand...

Hey kinda random but if I plaug a USB does it show the album covers?

@ColtonRichter

3 жыл бұрын

No

Can you still control music/volume using the control button from your steering wheel?

@ColtonRichter

2 жыл бұрын

No

hi, I have a 7018b and it doesn't keep its settings when I turn it off, you have no idea what's going on

@d_marquis_ls

2 ай бұрын

Same here I hooked up the red and yellow wire to get power. Somehow it doesn't save the settings this way. 5/11/24

I have the model 7018B and it does have a dimmer button

@chadybradshaw6878

2 жыл бұрын

Those of you that didn’t know if you touch the screen it does dimmer if that’s what you’re talking about right beside the Bluetooth to the left

I have the 7018b, it's more convenient to just use a small USB for music than using a phone (Though adding new music can be annoying). Volume knob seems weird, its inconsistent. From volume 5-15 it goes up nicely, from 5-25 it barely goes louder, from 25-30 it goes louder and so on. Quality isnt the greatest, 60w x4 is actually 40w x4, checked mosfet i side. For the 45w x4 version, its correct. Ive installed a 12'' subwoofer with it. That also has the weird volume increase thing, but it seems the RCA-s dont put out a lot of volts, so you'd have to increase the gains on external amplifier. Also it distorts the speakers easily (I use the HU to power front speakers - Hertz 45w rms) maybe cuz i have the loudness on.

@ColtonRichter

3 жыл бұрын

Probably because you have loudness on haha, loudness kills anything 😂

@thehoyaho

Жыл бұрын

Bro what wire did you connect the orange/black steering control wire to?

How big is it

Is the time displaying when car is off normal? Will it kill battery ?

@ColtonRichter

2 ай бұрын

Screen should turn off with ignition

Do you know if the software on this can be updated?

@ColtonRichter

2 жыл бұрын

Not sure, never looked into it.

there is a dimmer its also in the volume button .. just click the button for more options

@ColtonRichter

3 жыл бұрын

Saw that after filming this haha

Hello. what car do you recommend, petrol, between honda accord 2.0 or mazda3 sedan, your model, 1.6 or 2.0 petrol? Thank u!

@ColtonRichter

3 жыл бұрын

That's up to you, and yes it's a 2.0!

@011mpsguy

3 жыл бұрын

You've walked into a Mazda 3 channel, what do you honestly think we'll say 😏 but just check vehicle specs and take them for a drive. It's really a personal choice in terms of feel and style. Were not trying to go street racing with no turbos, it's why we inch towards MPS/Speed3/6 given proper resources or we work towards it.

Hey what year was your Mazda do you recall?

@ColtonRichter

2 жыл бұрын

2005

Is it loud and how did it old up?

@ColtonRichter

3 жыл бұрын

Yes & hasn't failed yet

And post thought, remember this is a wish budget screen, please don't compare this to high cost main stream branding. Nor is this car actually to get big money put in areas that aren't too important 🙂 it served it's purpose but if you're looking for Pioneer/Sony etc flagship quality... Start saving, there's generally not many short cuts if you want your stereo area flush and great quality across everything.

Are you willing to sell that stock mazda radio that you took out?

@ColtonRichter

3 жыл бұрын

Not worth it for me, sorry!

Do you have any recommendations other than this for a screen that fits in a gen 2 Mazda?

@ColtonRichter

3 жыл бұрын

Anything that's not Amazon or eBay branded haha, name brands like Alpine, Pioneer, JVC etc will fit in the dash kits :)

@011mpsguy

3 жыл бұрын

To add to this, I've been checking retails stores and giving things "deep consideration" and feigning interest in the higher priced ones to keep them hovering and stroke my chin sagely and say I'll sleep on it and make a decision tomorrow 😜, asking questions so I know what to look for size wise and what will fit snuggly to a double din face, from there it's mostly sound quality and screen response, check online for product reviews and features like using maps / 3rd party phone app maps (radars etc) and can you easily stream music whilst using other functions. Just remember mid-range and under, don't really come with "amps" so if you've got heavy aftermarket speakers, you'll still want to get an appropriate amp to utilize them

@iaindyer1629

3 жыл бұрын

I put an Eonon 9463b in my gen2 2.5 GT hatch along with a Carlinkit wireless CarPlay dongle. I works really well and fills the whole original head unit space with touch screen goodness. Highly recommended 👍🏻. So nice to just keep my phone in my pocket and not have to plug in and disconnect all the time.

@kjb8610

3 жыл бұрын

I have the alpine ilx-w650 in a gen 2 Mazda and with a dash kit it's fantastic. Iv never loved a head unit more and works with apple car play and android auto.

What code did you use to change the boot start up logo? Thanks!

@ColtonRichter

Жыл бұрын

It's a setting my man

@JaMorantIFeelYaPain

8 ай бұрын

1234 then ect

Is it a really a great radio to buy ?

@ColtonRichter

3 ай бұрын

It does its job lol

Returned 2 Eonons Double Dins to Amazon .. The CD Drive Stops Working AND Steals your CD.. Soooooo Slow in Loading... Only Goes fr 0- 30 in VOL ? FOR SOOO MUCHHHH MONEY.. Wish I Got One FROM WISH

@ColtonRichter

3 жыл бұрын

Wish you luck 😂😅

Is it still working?

@ColtonRichter

3 жыл бұрын

Surprisingly, yes!

Can i know after these months its working good?

@ColtonRichter

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, it has its quirks but still functions!

@20knighty

3 жыл бұрын

@@ColtonRichter oohh thanks for the reply it means a lot to me because i want to buy this stereo and i want to know if its worth to buy and i dont want to spends a lot of money

@markvngnz_894

Жыл бұрын

Still holding up? Ordered the same one

i bought my soldering iron on amazon for 8 bucks

I always wanted something like this in my Mazda but I can't trade the Bose for that :(

@ColtonRichter

3 жыл бұрын

Changing to an actual reputable aftermarket stereo will utilize your Bose system better than your stock radio does!

I always like the music you put in your videos but I can't find it 😆

@ColtonRichter

3 жыл бұрын

Mostly DJ Quads on KZread 🙂

Should’ve done the camera bro

@ColtonRichter

2 жыл бұрын

Funny, I just actually did a video on it a couple days ago 😂

Car Play and Mirror are not the same things..

I bought one if those. They are junk.

@ColtonRichter

3 жыл бұрын

Depends what you're after, it's done its job but obviously i'd prefer better