Q: I connect my phone to the Raspberry PI for using Android Auto but only black screen appears. What is going on?
A: In 99% of such cases setup does not meet system requirements. It is mandatory to use external sound card, external Bluetooth adapter not based on Broadcom chip, efficient power supply (phone chargers does not work well with Raspberry PI) and screen that supports Raspberry PI FKMS GPU driver. You need all mentioned parts, otherwise OpenAuto Pro will not work properly (does not matter if you are installing it in the car or testing on the bench). 1% is lack of Android Auto application installed on the phone.
Q: What versions of Raspberry PI are supported?
A: OpenAuto Pro works with PI 3B, 3B+ and all variants of PI 4.
Q: What version of Raspberry PI is the best to work with OpenAuto Pro?
A: We recommend to use PI4 2GB or higher.
Q: How can I get the update?
A: In order to get the update, please send us a mail at software@bluewavestudio.io with included Order number.
Q: What is default password for Wireless Hotspot?
A: Default password is 1234567890. For more details please refer to thread about system configuration.
Q: Do I need touchscreen to use OpenAuto Pro?
A: No. Touchscreen is not mandatory. You can fully control OpenAuto Pro, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay interfaces using key strokes. For more details please visit threads with list of supported key strokes and description of OpenAuto Pro configuration.
Q: How can I add support of steering wheel buttons or other buttons in my car?
A: In a nutshell, you must figure out what bus is used to send button events, catch signals generated by pressing and releasing buttons and then translate them to the key strokes. You can use xdotool to simulate key strokes from script level. There is already implemented support of Rotary Encoders, GPIO, BMW I-BUS, BMW I-Drive Gen I, Audi RNSE and Audi MMI 2G controllers. For more details about wiring and configuration please visit this thread https://bluewavestudio.io/community/show...p?tid=2208 or contact us at contact@bluewavestudio.io (please include your Order Number).
Q: I use external Bluetooth adapter and succesfully paired my Phone with Raspberry PI but callers do not hear me during a call. What is going on?
A: Please double check that you use Bluetooth adapter that is not based on Broadcom chip. Adapters based on Broadcom chips have broken SCO routing and will not work with Hands-Free calling. Also please check if JACK plug of your microphone is compatible with microphone socket of your sound card.
Q: Does OpenAuto Pro support OBD-II?
Y: Yes. Version 10.0 introduced support of OBD-II communication. In order to communicate with your car via OBD-II, you have to use ELM327 adapter.
Q: What version of ELM327 adapter is best for use with OpenAuto Pro?
A: OpenAuto Pro supports both USB and Bluetooth ELM-327 adapters. It is really important to buy adapter based on genuine ELM-327 chip. Only genuine chips will provide full support of OBD-II protocol and high data rate.
Q: Is it better to use USB or Bluetooth version of ELM327?
A: According to our internal testing, interface of ELM327 does not matter. We did not notice any performance or data speed diferences between USB and Bluetooth. It is up to the user which version will be used.
Q: Does OpenAuto Pro support widescreens?
A: Yes. Support of widescreens has been introduced in version 11.0 of OpenAuto Pro. For more information please refer to the thread about OpenAuto Pro configuration.
Q: Does OpenAuto Pro support portrait mode?
A: Currently no. However, using DPI configuration parameter you are able to trigger portrait mode in Android Auto.
Q: Does OpenAuto Pro support FM?
A: FM Radio is supported by external plugin available at https://bluewavestudio.io/shop/plugin-rt...nauto-pro/
Q: Does mirroring feature support touch input simulation?
A: Yes, but only up to 9.1 version of Android OS. As of version 10 of Android OS, Google disabled simulation of the touchscreen due to security reasons.
Q: Can I use custom splash screen?
A: Yes, you can create custom splash screen and use it with OpenAuto Pro. It must be in H264 format. For more details please refer to /etc/systemd/system/openautopro.splash.service file.
Q: Does OpenAuto Pro support Apple CarPlay?
A: Yes. As of version 13.0 you can install Apple CarPlay plugin available at https://bluewavestudio.io/index.php/blue...lay-detail and use Carlinkit CPC200-Autokit dongle to launch Apple CarPlay in OpenAuto Pro.
Q: Can I add shortcut to my application in Applications menu?
A: Yes, you can fully customize Applications menu. For mor details please refer to thread about configuration of Applications menu.
Q: How can I use PAJ7620U2 gesture sensor with OpenAuto Pro?
A: Please have a look at this page: https://bluewavestudio.io/community/show...p?tid=2207
Q: How to configure Rotary Encoder in OpenAuto Pro?
A: Please have a look at this page: https://bluewavestudio.io/community/show...p?tid=2208
Q: How can I map GPIO pins to key strokes?
A: Please have a look at this page: https://bluewavestudio.io/community/show...p?tid=2208
Q: How to configure Audi MMI 2G panel in OpenAuto Pro?
A: Please have a look at this page: https://bluewavestudio.io/community/show...p?tid=2208
Q: How to configure Audi RNSE in OpenAuto Pro?
A: Please have a look at this page: https://bluewavestudio.io/community/show...p?tid=2208
Q: How to configure BMW I-BUS in OpenAuto Pro?
A: Please have a look at this page: https://bluewavestudio.io/community/show...p?tid=2208
Q: How to configure BMW iDrive Gen 1 controller in OpenAuto Pro?
A: Please have a look at this page: https://bluewavestudio.io/community/show...p?tid=2208
Q: What do I need to use OpenAuto Pro in Audi MMI 2G system?
A: In order to connect Raspberry PI to the Audi MMI 2G system you need MMI 2G LVDS video adapter. Video adapter gives possibility to display video signal from Raspberry PI directly on the factory LCD. Also in order to play sound from Raspberry PI you need MMI 2G AUX adapter (if your car is not already equipped in AUX port). If you want to use MMI 2G buttons panel to control user interface of OpenAuto Pro / Android Auto, you have to connect the panel to the Raspberry PI via MAX3232 interface.
Q: Can I use TV tuner to connect OpenAuto Pro to Audi MMI 2G system?
A: It is possible only if you plan to control user interface of OpenAuto Pro / Android Auto via touch panel. Using MMI 2G buttons panel requires MMI 2G LVDS video adapter.
Q: Can I use all features of the Audi MMI 2G system after connection of the OpenAuto Pro?
A: If you want to use MMI 2G buttons panel to control user interface of OpenAuto Pro / Android Auto, you have to eject the DVD disc. OpenAuto Pro will listen for events of MMI 2G panel after switch to the navigation menu of MMI 2G system.
In case of touch panel there is no limitations in features of MMI 2G system.
Q: I connected MMI 2G panel to the Raspberry PI but OpenAuto Pro does not react on the button presses. What should I do?
A: OpenAuto Pro will listen for presses of panel buttons only when Navigation menu of MMI 2G system is active (you have to switch to Navigation menu using NAVI panel button). Also double check connection of the panel with MAX3232 interface, connection of MAX3232 interface with Raspberry PI and configuration of controller service (https://bluewavestudio.io/community/show...p?tid=2208).
Q: How to make mouse cursor visible?
In order to make mouse cursor visible just execute sudo bwscursor show command. To make it invisible again just execute sudo bwscursor hide command.
Q: How to configure Real Time Clock hardware?
We created command-line tool for easy and convenient configuration of the Real Time Clock hardware. Just execute sudo bwsrtc command and follow the on-screen instructions.
Q: How to change size of the TopBar?
Size of the TopBar corresponds to size of the task bar. In order to change size of the TopBar you must change size of the taskbar.
Q: How to change Bluetooth display name of the Raspberry PI?
Bluetooth display name is stored in /etc/machine-info file. In order for the changes to take effect, Raspberry PI needs to be restarted.
A: In 99% of such cases setup does not meet system requirements. It is mandatory to use external sound card, external Bluetooth adapter not based on Broadcom chip, efficient power supply (phone chargers does not work well with Raspberry PI) and screen that supports Raspberry PI FKMS GPU driver. You need all mentioned parts, otherwise OpenAuto Pro will not work properly (does not matter if you are installing it in the car or testing on the bench). 1% is lack of Android Auto application installed on the phone.
Q: What versions of Raspberry PI are supported?
A: OpenAuto Pro works with PI 3B, 3B+ and all variants of PI 4.
Q: What version of Raspberry PI is the best to work with OpenAuto Pro?
A: We recommend to use PI4 2GB or higher.
Q: How can I get the update?
A: In order to get the update, please send us a mail at software@bluewavestudio.io with included Order number.
Q: What is default password for Wireless Hotspot?
A: Default password is 1234567890. For more details please refer to thread about system configuration.
Q: Do I need touchscreen to use OpenAuto Pro?
A: No. Touchscreen is not mandatory. You can fully control OpenAuto Pro, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay interfaces using key strokes. For more details please visit threads with list of supported key strokes and description of OpenAuto Pro configuration.
Q: How can I add support of steering wheel buttons or other buttons in my car?
A: In a nutshell, you must figure out what bus is used to send button events, catch signals generated by pressing and releasing buttons and then translate them to the key strokes. You can use xdotool to simulate key strokes from script level. There is already implemented support of Rotary Encoders, GPIO, BMW I-BUS, BMW I-Drive Gen I, Audi RNSE and Audi MMI 2G controllers. For more details about wiring and configuration please visit this thread https://bluewavestudio.io/community/show...p?tid=2208 or contact us at contact@bluewavestudio.io (please include your Order Number).
Q: I use external Bluetooth adapter and succesfully paired my Phone with Raspberry PI but callers do not hear me during a call. What is going on?
A: Please double check that you use Bluetooth adapter that is not based on Broadcom chip. Adapters based on Broadcom chips have broken SCO routing and will not work with Hands-Free calling. Also please check if JACK plug of your microphone is compatible with microphone socket of your sound card.
Q: Does OpenAuto Pro support OBD-II?
Y: Yes. Version 10.0 introduced support of OBD-II communication. In order to communicate with your car via OBD-II, you have to use ELM327 adapter.
Q: What version of ELM327 adapter is best for use with OpenAuto Pro?
A: OpenAuto Pro supports both USB and Bluetooth ELM-327 adapters. It is really important to buy adapter based on genuine ELM-327 chip. Only genuine chips will provide full support of OBD-II protocol and high data rate.
Q: Is it better to use USB or Bluetooth version of ELM327?
A: According to our internal testing, interface of ELM327 does not matter. We did not notice any performance or data speed diferences between USB and Bluetooth. It is up to the user which version will be used.
Q: Does OpenAuto Pro support widescreens?
A: Yes. Support of widescreens has been introduced in version 11.0 of OpenAuto Pro. For more information please refer to the thread about OpenAuto Pro configuration.
Q: Does OpenAuto Pro support portrait mode?
A: Currently no. However, using DPI configuration parameter you are able to trigger portrait mode in Android Auto.
Q: Does OpenAuto Pro support FM?
A: FM Radio is supported by external plugin available at https://bluewavestudio.io/shop/plugin-rt...nauto-pro/
Q: Does mirroring feature support touch input simulation?
A: Yes, but only up to 9.1 version of Android OS. As of version 10 of Android OS, Google disabled simulation of the touchscreen due to security reasons.
Q: Can I use custom splash screen?
A: Yes, you can create custom splash screen and use it with OpenAuto Pro. It must be in H264 format. For more details please refer to /etc/systemd/system/openautopro.splash.service file.
Q: Does OpenAuto Pro support Apple CarPlay?
A: Yes. As of version 13.0 you can install Apple CarPlay plugin available at https://bluewavestudio.io/index.php/blue...lay-detail and use Carlinkit CPC200-Autokit dongle to launch Apple CarPlay in OpenAuto Pro.
Q: Can I add shortcut to my application in Applications menu?
A: Yes, you can fully customize Applications menu. For mor details please refer to thread about configuration of Applications menu.
Q: How can I use PAJ7620U2 gesture sensor with OpenAuto Pro?
A: Please have a look at this page: https://bluewavestudio.io/community/show...p?tid=2207
Q: How to configure Rotary Encoder in OpenAuto Pro?
A: Please have a look at this page: https://bluewavestudio.io/community/show...p?tid=2208
Q: How can I map GPIO pins to key strokes?
A: Please have a look at this page: https://bluewavestudio.io/community/show...p?tid=2208
Q: How to configure Audi MMI 2G panel in OpenAuto Pro?
A: Please have a look at this page: https://bluewavestudio.io/community/show...p?tid=2208
Q: How to configure Audi RNSE in OpenAuto Pro?
A: Please have a look at this page: https://bluewavestudio.io/community/show...p?tid=2208
Q: How to configure BMW I-BUS in OpenAuto Pro?
A: Please have a look at this page: https://bluewavestudio.io/community/show...p?tid=2208
Q: How to configure BMW iDrive Gen 1 controller in OpenAuto Pro?
A: Please have a look at this page: https://bluewavestudio.io/community/show...p?tid=2208
Q: What do I need to use OpenAuto Pro in Audi MMI 2G system?
A: In order to connect Raspberry PI to the Audi MMI 2G system you need MMI 2G LVDS video adapter. Video adapter gives possibility to display video signal from Raspberry PI directly on the factory LCD. Also in order to play sound from Raspberry PI you need MMI 2G AUX adapter (if your car is not already equipped in AUX port). If you want to use MMI 2G buttons panel to control user interface of OpenAuto Pro / Android Auto, you have to connect the panel to the Raspberry PI via MAX3232 interface.
Q: Can I use TV tuner to connect OpenAuto Pro to Audi MMI 2G system?
A: It is possible only if you plan to control user interface of OpenAuto Pro / Android Auto via touch panel. Using MMI 2G buttons panel requires MMI 2G LVDS video adapter.
Q: Can I use all features of the Audi MMI 2G system after connection of the OpenAuto Pro?
A: If you want to use MMI 2G buttons panel to control user interface of OpenAuto Pro / Android Auto, you have to eject the DVD disc. OpenAuto Pro will listen for events of MMI 2G panel after switch to the navigation menu of MMI 2G system.
In case of touch panel there is no limitations in features of MMI 2G system.
Q: I connected MMI 2G panel to the Raspberry PI but OpenAuto Pro does not react on the button presses. What should I do?
A: OpenAuto Pro will listen for presses of panel buttons only when Navigation menu of MMI 2G system is active (you have to switch to Navigation menu using NAVI panel button). Also double check connection of the panel with MAX3232 interface, connection of MAX3232 interface with Raspberry PI and configuration of controller service (https://bluewavestudio.io/community/show...p?tid=2208).
Q: How to make mouse cursor visible?
In order to make mouse cursor visible just execute sudo bwscursor show command. To make it invisible again just execute sudo bwscursor hide command.
Q: How to configure Real Time Clock hardware?
We created command-line tool for easy and convenient configuration of the Real Time Clock hardware. Just execute sudo bwsrtc command and follow the on-screen instructions.
Q: How to change size of the TopBar?
Size of the TopBar corresponds to size of the task bar. In order to change size of the TopBar you must change size of the taskbar.
Q: How to change Bluetooth display name of the Raspberry PI?
Bluetooth display name is stored in /etc/machine-info file. In order for the changes to take effect, Raspberry PI needs to be restarted.