Compatible 3G/4G modems - MTCD Android Head Units General

Hello,
The modem that worked 100% of the time in KGL MTCB units, the Huawei E173u-2 doesn't work anymore.
The manufacturer sent us a list of modems that are - to say the least - very exotic in Europe.
Does anybody have a list of compatible modems? What modems do you guys use?
Do MTCD units support 4G/LTE modems or still only 3G?

Make use of an old phone, making wifi hotspot! - works best for me.
No need to buy slow sticks. Blackberry Q5 is very cheap - and LTE 4g wkan-hotspot is in.
Try the "chinese" umts stick for umts/wcdma that are sold within the headunits. these mostly are 7.2mb/s download. not statisfying, is it?

Yep, the UMTS stick is crap. I bought a Huawei E8372 LTE-WiFi-Stick. This one runs much better.

I tried a Huawei 3131H USB stick and it works fine (3G). The connection appears as a mobile 3g regular icon on the head unit. Sometimes the stick connects, but there's no visual feedback on the unit (still works).
Then I switched to a Huawei R216 (modem/wireless router with battery) with 4G, also works fine. The connection appears as "shared via cable" - 2 small overlapping computer icons. It also works seamlessly. You cannot connect the head unit to the modem wifi while connected via USB (makes sense and I don't know if there's any setting to switch from shared cable connection to wifi)
Hotspot with internet connection (from various phones) - works without a hitch and you can do it with an older phone connected to the USB for power, I tried with an old Samsung S3 Mini and it worked.
The Vodafone tech guys said that their stick modems may not be compatible with my setup, because they had people returning them after tying to connect them to tablets via cable. I suspect that's the case for the headunit too, so I didn't risk it - Vodafone Mobile K4607-Z (from ZTE) and Vodafone Connect USB Speed 6 4G (Huawei I think) are the ones in question.
Hope this helps.

zoppa said:
Yep, the UMTS stick is crap. I bought a Huawei E8372 LTE-WiFi-Stick. This one runs much better.
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avionaru said:
I tried a Huawei 3131H USB stick and it works fine (3G). The connection appears as a mobile 3g regular icon on the head unit. Sometimes the stick connects, but there's no visual feedback on the unit (still works).
Then I switched to a Huawei R216 (modem/wireless router with battery) with 4G, also works fine. The connection appears as "shared via cable" - 2 small overlapping computer icons. It also works seamlessly. You cannot connect the head unit to the modem wifi while connected via USB (makes sense and I don't know if there's any setting to switch from shared cable connection to wifi)
Hotspot with internet connection (from various phones) - works without a hitch and you can do it with an older phone connected to the USB for power, I tried with an old Samsung S3 Mini and it worked.
The Vodafone tech guys said that their stick modems may not be compatible with my setup, because they had people returning them after tying to connect them to tablets via cable. I suspect that's the case for the headunit too, so I didn't risk it - Vodafone Mobile K4607-Z (from ZTE) and Vodafone Connect USB Speed 6 4G (Huawei I think) are the ones in question.
Hope this helps.
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What units do you guys have? Out of curiosity? KLD, KGL, etc?

GS (Xtrons)

Some one test the Huawei E367U-8?

NaviPR said:
What units do you guys have? Out of curiosity? KLD, KGL, etc?
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HotAudio (HA)
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Surely this has nothing to do with MCU version and is dependent on the ROM?

Zubie
I bought a Zubie. It plugs in to the OBD2 port and provides wifi to the car through my Verizon account.
In order to still use a bluetooth OBD2 adapter simultaneously, I bought an OBD2 splitter cable off amazon.
I love this setup.

DOES NOT WORK:Telstra Pre-Paid MF823 4G USB (ZTE MF823) (Unlocked via ebay code)
Only works if when initially plugged in, does not work when resumed from standby or swapped from wifi: HUAWEI E122
Also, There is a big difference for applications activity between a "Cellular" data connection and a WIFI connection (Tethered/hotspot). EG. Spotify set to only download on WIFI connection cannot differentiate between your home WIFI connection and a hotspot or Play Store set to update on WIFI only. This can become costly if you're on a small data plan.

Huawei e3372 (4G/LTE) works perfect when updated the MCU (MTCD_KDV1.82_1 Aug 26).
Initially I've tried with MTCD_KDV1.52_1 May 4, but didn't work.
but nevertheless, there's not 3G or LTE icon signal, there's a Network icon (two computers like MsWindows icon) like if it was an ethernet connection.
I've tested and it works at LTE speed. Cool! :good::good:
Only there's only one problem: This network connection is preferent over WiFi, so, to connect to a Wifi Nework i've to unplug the USB dongle. It's impossible to connect to a WiFi when the dongle is connected.

Joying posted a new 4G dongle, but looks like it works more as a wifi hotspot:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gbsMxcaHBOE

CadillacMike said:
Joying posted a new 4G dongle, but looks like it works more as a wifi hotspot:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gbsMxcaHBOE
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100% a hotspot, the unit is simply powering it.

avionaru said:
I tried a Huawei 3131H USB stick and it works fine (3G). The connection appears as a mobile 3g regular icon on the head unit. Sometimes the stick connects, but there's no visual feedback on the unit (still works).
Then I switched to a Huawei R216 (modem/wireless router with battery) with 4G, also works fine. The connection appears as "shared via cable" - 2 small overlapping computer icons. It also works seamlessly. You cannot connect the head unit to the modem wifi while connected via USB (makes sense and I don't know if there's any setting to switch from shared cable connection to wifi)
Hotspot with internet connection (from various phones) - works without a hitch and you can do it with an older phone connected to the USB for power, I tried with an old Samsung S3 Mini and it worked.
The Vodafone tech guys said that their stick modems may not be compatible with my setup, because they had people returning them after tying to connect them to tablets via cable. I suspect that's the case for the headunit too, so I didn't risk it - Vodafone Mobile K4607-Z (from ZTE) and Vodafone Connect USB Speed 6 4G (Huawei I think) are the ones in question.
Hope this helps.
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I've actually got the R216 and I can't make it connect via USB at all - just using the wifi connection.
Could I ask what MCU you are running and roughly where you see it in the network settings?
Thanks!

JamesNorth said:
I've actually got the R216 and I can't make it connect via USB at all - just using the wifi connection.
Could I ask what MCU you are running and roughly where you see it in the network settings?
Thanks!
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hey, I have the R216 from Vodafone Romania and I just plugged it in in one of the 3 USB ports with a microSD cable (works on any of them, with no special settings) and threw it in the glove box. My unit is a HotAudio MTCD 5.1. As for the MCU, it worked with both the default one from May, and with the updated one from this forum (June, I think). Can't exactly recall the versions, 1.53 and 1.63 I think. The modem works with both cable sharing and hotspot simultaneously. The unit takes the cable connection as a priority from the modem (you can not plug it in the USB, but choose the Wifi from the same device). I also found out that in some ROMs, the cable net speed is vastly superior to the wifi one

avionaru said:
hey, I have the R216 from Vodafone Romania and I just plugged it in in one of the 3 USB ports with a microSD cable (works on any of them, with no special settings) and threw it in the glove box. My unit is a HotAudio MTCD 5.1. As for the MCU, it worked with both the default one from May, and with the updated one from this forum (June, I think). Can't exactly recall the versions, 1.53 and 1.63 I think. The modem works with both cable sharing and hotspot simultaneously. The unit takes the cable connection as a priority from the modem (you can not plug it in the USB, but choose the Wifi from the same device). I also found out that in some ROMs, the cable net speed is vastly superior to the wifi one
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Awesome - thanks heaps!
I have Vodafone Australia version, so probably similar. I think I have one of those MCUs and I'm using the June version of @Malaysk's great software.
Will have to check things out further - my unit has this thing where only one of the usb ports is assigned to be used with the modem, and I can't remember which one I plugged my usb webcam into.
Thanks again for responding.

JamesNorth said:
Awesome - thanks heaps!
I have Vodafone Australia version, so probably similar. I think I have one of those MCUs and I'm using the June version of @Malaysk's great software.
Will have to check things out further - my unit has this thing where only one of the usb ports is assigned to be used with the modem, and I can't remember which one I plugged my usb webcam into.
Thanks again for responding.
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In my unit's printed schematics & cables, the single shorter one is designated for modems (and has a separate port in the back of the unit). I just plugged the modem in the other 2 for curiosity. For HotAudio MTCD i think there are only 2 MCUs anyway, I couldn't find more. ROMs don't seem to matter, I went through 2 factory versions, 2 Malaysk versions and now I use a Xtrons one,no issues. If you can't get it to work, it may be the modem's firmware to blame.

Silly question, what do you guys use for the SIM card? Surely you don't pop it out of your phone and install it in the modem every time you go for a drive?

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Silly question, what do you guys use for the SIM card? Surely you don't pop it out of your phone and install it in the modem every time you go for a drive?
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Separate sim. Here in Australia I am using a sim from Aldi Mobile on the "Pay as you go" plan.
Still waiting to find a working 3G/4G sim modem for the MTCD

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Does the Samsung LAN/USB Hub ET-UP900 work?

Hi @ all
Does anyone knows, if the original Samsung LAN/USB Hub ET-UP900 will work with this tablet? Unfortunately, I'm not allowed to post a link.
I'd like to fit the tablet into my car, use the two usb-ports for sound-out and external hard-disk, use the micro-usb for charging the tablet while using the usb-ports at the same time. LAN port not needed.
Does this work?
Greetings from Switzerland
Patrick
I've been wondering that my self??
Anyone?
I have just checked on the Samsung German site and when you select our model of tablet it comes up and says not compatible. Although I personally would take that with a pinch of salt. Shame it was not a little cheaper then I would just buy it and try it lol.
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Also looking at the specs closer it is for use on the Note Pro so there is absolutely no reason why it would not work.
Assuming that too, but too risky to buy the tablet and the hub if something won't work after all...
So I'm hoping that anyone is able to check it out.
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Assuming that too, but too risky to buy the tablet and the hub if something won't work after all...
So I'm hoping that anyone is able to check it out.
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So, guys, after a few tries with other devices like Multimedia Dock......cause i can't believe, that its not possible to use usb and charge at the same time, and ALL other devices definitely Don't work, I buy this at conrad electronic in munich, cause there I know, I can bring it back, and get money back, if it doesn't fit......and, I wonder very very much.....it works.....but I only tested usb and charge....and device check it as a usb connector....thats important.....I dont know why, but multimedia dock won't work, it doesn't be shown as a dock, no charging. ....but it works with note 3.....strange.....but now im looking for a way to connect it to LAN. If I connect it, nothing happens, no internet connection.....how it will work on pro? An app needed? Cause in settings are no options to configure a Lan Connection......I think, you will need ipv4 settings for.....or it is done very simple and there is a simple script in the firmware of pro devices? Anyone knows? Im searching the internet, but found nothing about......
Ah....and the reason for searching this device is: if you want to use a bluetooth keyboard, you'll have problema with bluetooth connection all the time....I figure out, pairing it new every time is better.....but at this device, wlan an bluetooth must be going over the same modem or hardware, cause if you use both, wlan and bluetooth for keyboard, you got massive trouble with internet connection and sometimes you cant connect to your access point.....really ****.....I try an usb keyboard , wireless from Microsoft with pad....and this works perfect. ...but then, you can't charge anymore.....with any hubs or something, no chance, and all older devices wont work.....damned.....does anyone have a solution for the bluetooth trouble? I try the bluetooth fix apps also,they help a but for bluetooth problems but not for the wlan disaster....whats the reason for ? The radio?......wil be happy for any answers.....
you running kit kat or?
After seen the spec and it probably wont work. ET-UP900 need USB 3.0 port and Note 2014 only have USB 2.0 port. Maybe some kind of USB 3 to USB 2 adapter might work.
The USB 3.0 Port is just for charging, for example with a wall plug...
sent from htc one...
I'm thinking it's more of an issue with drivers or kernel ....
That's why I'd love to hear from someone with KK installed
Galaxy Note 10.1 (2014 Edition) should work!
burningstep said:
Does anyone knows, if the original Samsung LAN/USB Hub ET-UP900 will work with this tablet [Galaxy Note 10.1 (2014 Edition)]?
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Does it work on the Note 10.1 2014? Yes!
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Answer at http://www.amazon.com/Does-work-Not...m_cd_ql_tlc_al?_encoding=UTF8&asin=B00J2N0GB4
thanks mate!
Really hope the info is legit
considering on ordering one now
Will let you know form firsthand exp when I get it
D
Just got my brand new official Samsung USB lan/Hub. And..... it doesn't work. The usb part of it seems to wok ok, but it doesn't detect ethernet. The user manual wants me to go into the settings --> more networks-- Ethernet connections... BUT I have no such setting
planing on playing around for a little while longer, but sorry to say lads, it doesn't seem to work.
suggestions?
Seems that I atleast have hit a wall with regards to getting this to work. Anyone have any bright ideas? or dark ideas for that mater??
Anyone actually managed to get this to work?
Ok, guys.....i think, you mean the adapter for Note pro? I got it, and it works. .... first, i bought this, cause it was the only USB adapter, that charge and using usb at the same time with p600........... and then i try to get Ethernet work. ...... the thing is, you have to know some things about ip4 connections, this is a kind different to wifi connections. ...... but i can offer you good news, the adapter works. The thing is, the firmware of p600/605 isn't modified to say the apps, they can connect to Internet with ethernet. ..
With the Adapter, the connection works, if you look to your router, you will find your device in Lan network. ......
What you need, are two things. ..... first, the app "ethernet" from play store (need root), that gives your device the right ip address, subnet mask and the gateway. .... (you don't have to do anything, just start the app, and press "enable")...... and the second one ist xposed framework and the module "hack connectivity", this little tool will say all apps to listen also to Ethernet Routing, not only wifi....... for me, this ,works like a charm, if i come to office, i plug the adapter in, with a wireless keyboard usb plug, Lan connected and also a cable to charge my note 3........ than i just enable the ethernet app, and change keyboard to my own for external keys (external keyboard helper), and that's all, so i have Lan Internet (4 times faster than wifi), have connection to my pc, and a external keyboard and mouse. ..... that's perfect. ....
If I'm finished, i plug the adapter off, and disable ethernet app, it changes automatically to wifi. ........
For generally information : Android already have ethernet drivers enabled from source, also in Samsung firmware, eth0 is working, the thing is, the apps are just programmed to listen to Wifi only. ....... don't know why, cause it's just one simple parser line to get this working.....
OK, on a mobile, it's not so interesting to havea Lan connection, but on a tablet, this will really good and fast. ....
Try this and habe fun. ... but i don't understand, why Samsung have the pins of the 10.1 204 so stupid organized, that all docking stations and usb adapters don't work with charging and usb at same time. .... the note 3 Multimedia Dock will not be detected as a dock. ....... that's so stupid. ....... shame on Samsung. ... if this was my company, i will fire the engineers at the same day if they make such a ****..........
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atonal said:
Ok, guys.....i think, you mean the adapter for Note pro? I got it, and it works. .... first, i bought this, cause it was the only USB adapter, that charge and using usb at the same time with p600........... and then i try to get Ethernet work. ...... the thing is, you have to know some things about ip4 connections, this is a kind different to wifi connections. ...... but i can offer you good news, the adapter works. The thing is, the firmware of p600/605 isn't modified to say the apps, they can connect to Internet with ethernet. ..
With the Adapter, the connection works, if you look to your router, you will find your device in Lan network. ......
What you need, are two things. ..... first, the app "ethernet" from play store (need root), that gives your device the right ip address, subnet mask and the gateway. .... (you don't have to do anything, just start the app, and press "enable")...... and the second one ist xposed framework and the module "hack connectivity", this little tool will say all apps to listen also to Ethernet Routing, not only wifi....... for me, this ,works like a charm, if i come to office, i plug the adapter in, with a wireless keyboard usb plug, Lan connected and also a cable to charge my note 3........ than i just enable the ethernet app, and change keyboard to my own for external keys (external keyboard helper), and that's all, so i have Lan Internet (4 times faster than wifi), have connection to my pc, and a external keyboard and mouse. ..... that's perfect. ....
If I'm finished, i plug the adapter off, and disable ethernet app, it changes automatically to wifi. ........
For generally information : Android already have ethernet drivers enabled from source, also in Samsung firmware, eth0 is working, the thing is, the apps are just programmed to listen to Wifi only. ....... don't know why, cause it's just one simple parser line to get this working.....
OK, on a mobile, it's not so interesting to havea Lan connection, but on a tablet, this will really good and fast. ....
Try this and habe fun. ... but i don't understand, why Samsung have the pins of the 10.1 204 so stupid organized, that all docking stations and usb adapters don't work with charging and usb at same time. .... the note 3 Multimedia Dock will not be detected as a dock. ....... that's so stupid. ....... shame on Samsung. ... if this was my company, i will fire the engineers at the same day if they make such a ****..........
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Could you post a model number for the Note Pro adapter? I have been looking through Google and went to the Samsung site. I can not find it.
Sent from my SM-N900V
It is calles LAN/USB Hub ET-UP900.....
where can I find the module: hack connectivity?
Hallo Jaytronics
What you need, are two things. ..... first, the app "ethernet" from play store (need root), that gives your device the right ip address, subnet mask and the gateway. .... (you don't have to do anything, just start the app, and press "enable")...... and the second one ist xposed framework and the module "hack connectivity", this little tool will say all apps to listen also to Ethernet Routing, not only wifi.......
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I was wondering, where I can find the modul: hack connectivity? I was locking on the modules... I did not found it.... Can you tell me where it is...? and its exact name?
Thanks
I got this ET-UP900 adapter working with a SM-C115 by compiling a custom kernel. If you add the right drivers you can probably run use it with most devices.
During the build process of the kernel you run "make menuconfig". Here you select "Device Drivers" > "Network Device Support" > "USB Network Adapters". Include the "Multi-purpose USB Networking Framework" and "SMSC LAN95XX base USB 2.0 10/100 ethernet devices". If you add those as module you got to load them with "insmod mii.ko; insmod usbnet.ko; insmod smsc95xx.ko" in this order.
My current problem with this is that the device is not carging through the adapater. I guess there is another driver or option missing but I am still looking into this.
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Ok, guys.....i think, you mean the adapter for Note pro? I got it, and it works. .... first, i bought this, cause it was the only USB adapter, that charge and using usb at the same time with p600........... and then i try to get Ethernet work. ...... the thing is, you have to know some things about ip4 connections, this is a kind different to wifi connections. ...... but i can offer you good news, the adapter works. The thing is, the firmware of p600/605 isn't modified to say the apps, they can connect to Internet with ethernet. ..
With the Adapter, the connection works, if you look to your router, you will find your device in Lan network. ......
What you need, are two things. ..... first, the app "ethernet" from play store (need root), that gives your device the right ip address, subnet mask and the gateway. .... (you don't have to do anything, just start the app, and press "enable")...... and the second one ist xposed framework and the module "hack connectivity", this little tool will say all apps to listen also to Ethernet Routing, not only wifi....... for me, this ,works like a charm, if i come to office, i plug the adapter in, with a wireless keyboard usb plug, Lan connected and also a cable to charge my note 3........ than i just enable the ethernet app, and change keyboard to my own for external keys (external keyboard helper), and that's all, so i have Lan Internet (4 times faster than wifi), have connection to my pc, and a external keyboard and mouse. ..... that's perfect. ....
If I'm finished, i plug the adapter off, and disable ethernet app, it changes automatically to wifi. ........
For generally information : Android already have ethernet drivers enabled from source, also in Samsung firmware, eth0 is working, the thing is, the apps are just programmed to listen to Wifi only. ....... don't know why, cause it's just one simple parser line to get this working.....
OK, on a mobile, it's not so interesting to havea Lan connection, but on a tablet, this will really good and fast. ....
Try this and habe fun. ... but i don't understand, why Samsung have the pins of the 10.1 204 so stupid organized, that all docking stations and usb adapters don't work with charging and usb at same time. .... the note 3 Multimedia Dock will not be detected as a dock. ....... that's so stupid. ....... shame on Samsung. ... if this was my company, i will fire the engineers at the same day if they make such a ****..........
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I have a Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10" P5200. I don't want to go buying this adapter and its not compatible with it so do you think it can work?
Hi atonal
Thanks for you information!!!
I have some Questions:
I tried all of this buttons, but... nothing... Perhabs I have the false Module???
Can you send me an Link, where I could download the-you-mentioned-Modul???
atonal said:
first, the app "ethernet" from play store (need root), that gives your device the right ip address, subnet mask and the gateway. .... (you don't have to do anything, just start the app, and press "enable")
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a) Ethernet app is funcioning! Super
atonal said:
...... and the second one ist xposed framework and the module "hack connectivity", this little tool will say all apps to listen also to Ethernet Routing, not only wifi....... for me, this ,works like a charm...
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b) hack connectivity ("Service, 1.4"? I gues?)
The modul showes me three categories:
Refresh-> Refresh-button
Hack-> Wifi, Mobile and Desactivate-Button
traces->Activatea and Desactivate-Button
atonal said:
For generally information : Android already have ethernet drivers enabled from source, also in Samsung firmware, eth0 is working, the thing is, the apps are just programmed to listen to Wifi only. ....... don't know why, cause it's just one simple parser line to get this working.....
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Perhabs you know somebody who could know how to change the source or direct in the app the connetcion-way??
Once more Thank you!

Need help with reverse tethering

I have a Pumpkin model KD-C0109-US-A single DIN RK3188 800x600. I would like to use my cell phone to provide a network connection to my HU through USB reverse tethering. The cell phone connects and shows itself as tethered but the HU does not show any network connection. Pumpkin customer service says that reverse tethering is not supported. They suggest using wi-fi hotspot from the cell. I would prefer hard wire through USB so that the phone would be powered while using it as an internet source. The reverse tethering apps have not worked. Is there a firmware upgrade or other work around that will un-cripple the HU and make reverse tethering possbile? Has anyone had success with this? I would also be interested in learning about tried-but-failed approaches to avoid repeating mistakes.
I am really perplexed. The following is the "explanation" I received from the reseller of my unit:
"Thank you for your message/email!
Sorry for replying you late due to different timezone and working time!
Actually as you can see, this is the car radio player, not cellphone, so the Android system was deep modified by the factory, which is already do not have the USB tethering function, cause the USB on the radio is only for USB reading and 3G USB dongle to plug. It is not support that any more. I hope you can understand. If you need to charge your phone, could you mind use your original car USB port to charge it?
Best Regards!"
Does this make sense? Reverse tethering seems to be a common thing in android as in
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2287494
Help!!
Good luck with this..
Not as easy as you may think, and as that thread points out, there are many that can't get it going on multiple units..
I think you are up against an Android coding layering problem in general.. As I have used reverse tethering alot on windows based machines, as in laptops to throw internet out to rooms that have been to far out of range of signal.. And or hotel rooms so I can use a tablet.. But those setups are using dedicated software that is adding another set of drivers into the windows operation system and setting up a new communication set..
So as been pointed out by your supplier..they don't have the necessary "modules" loaded into thier Android base to service this want..
Not saying that it wouldn't be impossible to implement via scripts.... But there will be a bit of work that needs to be done..
i wouldn't mind do this aswell i have the same headunit (well mine is eonon but yeah)

Does google pixel phone support ethernet usb adapter ???

his anybody already used usb ethernet adapter with the new google pixel phone? i know that some nexus phone support it natively but i cant find any info about pixel phone.
thank you
nougat 7
maybe someone know if nougat allow ethernet connection?
Just making some test.
Adaptors works with the Google nexus 5X, but don't seem to work with the Pixel.
Installed the "Hardware Info" app, and on the 5x, under Features > Android Hardware there is a line saying:
Code:
android.hardware.ethernet
This line is missing on my Pixel
Both phones are running Android 7.1.1
My asix usb 3.0 adapters worked well with the Pixel initially (Realtek USB 3.0 ethernet never did work). Since the last updates there are issues. The ethernet symbol still shows up in the notification bar when you connect the ethernet dongle but there is no working connection in any app, despite the browser. And in the browser only www.google.com works. You can type something and press search and it will show you the results list, but when you klick on one of them the page won't load. No idea what causes this.
It used to work on my 6P, but when I connect it to my PIxel XL it doesn't seem to recognize it. I'm using the newest update, January patch level. Nothing in the notification bar. But the ethernet adapter gets power and the port lights up on the router.
I can confirm that Ethernet is supported on both the Pixel phone and Pixel tablet running vendor Android 7.1.1. I'm using an Apple Ethernet-to-USB adapter along with a female USB-A to USB-C adapter that was included in the box with the pixel phone.
I don't have a Pixel XL to try but I can't imagine it would be any different...
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My asix usb 3.0 adapters worked well with the Pixel initially (Realtek USB 3.0 ethernet never did work). Since the last updates there are issues. The ethernet symbol still shows up in the notification bar when you connect the ethernet dongle but there is no working connection in any app, despite the browser. And in the browser only google.com works. You can type something and press search and it will show you the results list, but when you klick on one of them the page won't load. No idea what causes this.
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Can confirm this as well with my Plugable adapter with the ASIX AX88179 chipset. The only difference is that I get some things to work, like Hangouts. YouTube videos play/load but the experience feels as if I'm browsing a post-apocalyptic internet. I've also gotten a speed test to work but the app thinks it's via the cell data connection. Overall, a very primitive experience but could develop with time if we're squeaky enough.
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Can confirm this as well with my Plugable adapter with the ASIX AX88179 chipset. The only difference is that I get some things to work, like Hangouts. YouTube videos play/load but the experience feels as if I'm browsing a post-apocalyptic internet. I've also gotten a speed test to work but the app thinks it's via the cell data connection. Overall, a very primitive experience but could develop with time if we're squeaky enough.
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Yes, Youtube works here, too. I think it must have something to do with certificate permissions. It is pretty obvious that the pages that work are google services. Hopefully they fix it in the next update. Probably we should make the Pixel team aware of the issue.
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Ingenium13 said:
It used to work on my 6P, but when I connect it to my PIxel XL it doesn't seem to recognize it. I'm using the newest update, January patch level. Nothing in the notification bar. But the ethernet adapter gets power and the port lights up on the router.
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Can you connect your adapter to a pc and check in device manage whether it's an asix or realtek adapter. I would be odd if they supported realtek adapters in the nexus but not in the pixel. About the notification bar: It will only show the ethernet symbol if wifi is disconnected. You should disable wifi first and try again. (I didn't notice because I used a usb 3.0 ethernet adapter with a 3.0 capable usb a to c adapter in a 2.4 ghz wifi network. In this setup the wifi connections was disconnected 'automatically' due to interference with the usb 3.0 signals. If you use the white usb 2.0 a to c adapter that came with the pixel or if you have a 5 ghz wifi router wifi won't disconnect.)
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jesuitx said:
I can confirm that Ethernet is supported on both the Pixel phone and Pixel tablet running vendor Android 7.1.1. I'm using an Apple Ethernet-to-USB adapter along with a female USB-A to USB-C adapter that was included in the box with the pixel phone.
I don't have a Pixel XL to try but I can't imagine it would be any different...
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Strange, also have a non-XL Pixel and it doesn't work flawlessly here. Google, Gmail and Youtube work, but all other pages won't. Can you confirm that non-google pages, such as cnn.com for example, work with your apple ethernet adapter?
pantizol said:
Can you connect your adapter to a pc and check in device manage whether it's an asix or realtek adapter. I would be odd if they supported realtek adapters in the nexus but not in the pixel. About the notification bar: It will only show the ethernet symbol if wifi is disconnected. You should disable wifi first and try again. (I didn't notice because I used a usb 3.0 ethernet adapter with a 3.0 capable usb a to c adapter in a 2.4 ghz wifi network. In this setup the wifi connections was disconnected 'automatically' due to interference with the usb 3.0 signals. If you use the white usb 2.0 a to c adapter that came with the pixel or if you have a 5 ghz wifi router wifi won't disconnect.)
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It's an asix AX88179. I'm using a USB 3.0 OTG cable. The device gets powered and my Pixel says it's supplying power to it, and the status lights come on on the adapter and the switch port. I disabled wifi and still didn't have anything in the status bar other than LTE. I remember there was a distinct icon on my 6P to indicate it was using the ethernet connection. This exact same adapter worked fine on my Nexus 6P, at least before 7.1 (can't speak for if it still does or not).
I'm guessing Google just removed the drivers from the kernel?
Sent from my Pixel XL
I posted some findings in another thread but it seems relevant to what you all are working on here so I'll repost.
I have a Google Pixel (not XL) running 7.1.1 and it too does nothing with a USB 3.0 Asix AX88179 adapter. That said, it works absolutely perfectly with the Ableconn USB2E100B USB to 10/100 Fast Ethernet Adapter (ASIX AX88772B Low Power). This is only a 10/100 adapter but how fast do you really need for most purposes?
In case order-of-operations matters: I plug the RJ45 cable from my Ethernet switch into the Ethernet adapter, then I plug that into the OTG adapter that came with the phone, and then plug it into the phone. It takes about 7 seconds or so for the network status lights on the Ethernet adapter to come on and then a couple seconds later I get the <⋅⋅⋅> indicator on the status bar and the LTE indicator disappears from my mobile network signal strength meter. If I go to IPChicken I do indeed see the DNS name for my home network instead of a Verizon Wireless DNS name.
Speedtest shows 89 Mbps down and 11.83 Mbps up which is of course much better than even 4G speeds. I can watch YouTube and use every network based app on the phone just fine. I can't find any way to adjust the settings of the adapter (to manually configure a static IP, subnet mask, default gateway, etc.) but since most networks have DHCP enabled this shouldn't be a huge issue very often.
I'd like to find a gigabit Ethernet adapter that works with the phone but honestly that'd just be for the sake of the quest. This adapter does everything I need - which is mostly just to be able to get onto the physical network instead of coming in via WiFi.
Even though I have the regular Pixel and not the XL I would expect that this would all be the same for you guys.
Hope this helps.
I found a partial solution to the problem that only some web pages and apps work with the ASIX AX88179 adapter: Use a vpn client and all pages and apps will work. Not ideal but better than nothing.
Anyone try this recently? Any luck? What kind of adapter? My work building has terrible cell signal, and wifi is garbage.
jramosjr said:
Anyone try this recently? Any luck? What kind of adapter? My work building has terrible cell signal, and wifi is garbage.
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A working solution is detailed in this message.
The ethernet adapter used for that solution is not in stock, and Amazon says they don't know if it will be available again.
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BlackKeys said:
The ethernet adapter used for that solution is not in stock, and Amazon says they don't know if it will be available again.
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I should have put more effort into my reply. It looks like I've purchased additional adapters since those posts.
I currently have two different Gigabit adapters that work great:
Plugable USB3-E1000 (with USB C connector - plugs right into the phone)
Linksys USB3GIGV1 (with USB A connector - which I use when connecting the Pixel to a USB hub)
Both connect to my Netgear GS108 at 1000 Mbps (according to the lights on the switch) and work great.
Hope this helps.

One device connects to Ford Sync 3 AA, but not another WiFi only device

I have a brand new 2017 Ford Raptor with Sync 3, version 3.0. I can easily connect my Samsung Note8 to it via Android Auto and it sees it immediately, connects just fine. If I unplug that device from the two USB connections, I try to connect another Android 7.0 Nougat device that is WiFi only to it, using a OBDII WiFi hotspot attached, and it connects to the internet just fine, but will not connect to the truck via Android Auto. The device is a DOOGEE BL5000, a Chinese Android device that does not have any US LTE bands, and I wanted to use a hotspot in the car to connect other devices to it on long trips anyways, so I paid $145 for an Android phone that I would use only with WiFi.
I've connected it with Bluetooth, done all the setup, and the screen shows BL5000 detected when plugging in, but absolutely will not connect to have THAT device use the Android Auto instead of my phone. My goal is to disable AA on the Note8 and have the BL5000 dedicated to AA duty while in the truck. I have tried FIVE different USB cables, two of which were factory Samsung cables, so they aren't the cheap ones, tried unplugging, plugging in, changing which USB connection type (charging / file transfer, PTP, etc), and nothing changes. The Note8 it set to just charging, so I can't imagine the setting is that important when it connects instantly. I have done a master reset on the Sync 3, had to start all over again with connections, trying the BL5000 again first without setting up the Note8, turning the truck on and off multiple times, it just won't connect.
It was said that Huawei devices for some reason won't connect to AA, don't know why or what the logic is behind that, but am I screwed with this DOOGEE BL5000? I wanted something with at least 4GB of RAM and wiping / disabling everything else but AA, Maps, Music off of it in order for it to work solely as a processor for AA that I can remove and replace, but this is becoming a headache all in and of itself.
Any thoughts or suggestions? Thanks in advance!
Hello
I'm in the UK experiencing the same problem with my new Doogee and Sync 3.
Did you get any where with this issue please
Thank you
Richard
rwalton159 said:
Hello
I'm in the UK experiencing the same problem with my new Doogee and Sync 3.
Did you get any where with this issue please
Thank you
Richard
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Yes and no. The Doogee would never connect, so I was refunded the purchase on PayPal because this was all I needed the device for, the seller did not respond so I got to keep the device. I since purchased a Moto G4 unlocked and it connects perfectly, immediately, and put a SIM card in it to run directly from the device instead of through WiFi only, makes Android Auto boot time much faster this way. Hope that helps!
Thanks for your very prompt reply. Glad you managed to get a solution in the end.
I previously tried a Cubot Cheetah 2 with my car to no avail. What's interesting is that my old Samsung J5 works with AA. You'd think a phone with android 7.0 would work.
Thank you again
Richard

need help with 4g usb modem

i have klyde headunit i bought the zte mf833v 4g modem as the manufacturer told me to buy because this is the only 4g modem that will work on my headunit..
i placed the simcard oin the modem and connect it to rear usb port but i dont get any internet connection at all.
i have px5 unit
mtce latest update from klyde..
i dont find in setting any mobile data configuration ( like on mobile phone)
Same issue there :/
I have a Belsee BP3 from Klyde, up to date, and I can't make my Huawei E3276 4G stick work with it.
The manufacturer said that all the 3G/4G sticks are compatible...
The stick lights up and shuts down then powers on then shuts down etc...
I think those head units don't let enough current flow through the USB ports :/
I bypassed the problem by using a WiFi bridge (ie : TP-Link MR-3020) in wich I plug my USB stick...
i dont have you problem with shuts down and on..
the stick stay on and show blue light that mean its cinnected, but i just dont get any 3g/4g simbole on the headunit.
i can find in the setting anything related to mobile data
anyone can help?
the 4g modem works well on my pc..
when connecting it to my pc its instal the drivere and open automatically the webpage that controll the setting and all..
just like you login to your router web settings.
but in the car it dose not open any pageits just turn on and show blue light but no internet.
maybe there is a way to install it or configure on android system
moshebh said:
anyone can help?
the 4g modem works well on my pc..
when connecting it to my pc its instal the drivere and open automatically the webpage that controll the setting and all..
just like you login to your router web settings.
but in the car it dose not open any pageits just turn on and show blue light but no internet.
maybe there is a way to install it or configure on android system
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Anyone who has a solution to this problem. I don't like to use my phone, just the 4G modem connected
to the Internet. UI HA_PX5_8.0
I'm also struggling with this problem, looking for a USB modem 4g dongle which can be used with PX5 MTCD. Don't want to use a wifi dongle.
On my case only 1 usb (out of 3) was successfully identifying the huawei e8372h-608 but with no connection no matter what i did, including setting the APN
Then I read that disabling wifi should make it work, but no luck with that, can confirm not working.
Tried to contact the seller on aliexpress from where i bought the 4g dongle and he said it will not work with px5 as a modem only
My old zte 3g is recognized and working flawlessly, but its 3g and i dont know why but gives me very slow speeds.
For now i stick with the wifi coming out from the huawei e8372h
I think we can change its behavior with AT commands like they used to do on ZTE dongles, keep in mind its really risky (wrong command can brick it) and youll loose your wifi router (modem/router at a time)
If someone solved that please update
I have kanor mtce gs 2.94_4 px5 4/32 ips dsp unit

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