I hope this goes on sale soon... I have been looking for something like this for a while. I have a 2016 renegade.. but only ones I can find are cheap knock offs that run android and have alot of bugs.. hopefully this one can have its bugs sorted and I can get one ordered to the uk
Hi Mark, even if they do please keep in mind there are usually software differences between Europe and US vehicles. Recently ran into a similar issue in a different vehicle, 2021 F-150 using a pre-amp adapter from Mobridge which is based in Australia. Something in the coding was different between US and Australia F-150's and the module didn't work out. I ended up using a pre-amp adapter from a US based company that worked like a charm. Do you have access to iDatalink Maestro modules in the UK? We've done aftermarket radios in this model vehicle too. Look into using any Kenwood Maestro compatible radio with the ADS-MRR Maestro module which should retain the camera, steering wheel controls, data, etc. In the last one we did with the aftermarket radio, the only thing lost was the compass display in the cluster which was actually part of the Uconnect 5"radio.
Infotainment - Beta test, not sold to the public. It didn't work out though unfortunately, watch part 2. Either faulty parts or wasn't programmed properly by the dealer or possible combination of the two.
You and me both! I thought I'd have it wrapped up a couple weeks ago, but the client had an unexpected last minute schedule change. Hope to have this project concluded and posted within in the next couple weeks. Thanks for watching!
Dangit I just want a dam double din screen for my 2015 jeep renegade . It’s such a bummer I can’t upgrade it without the bugs. Your video was dope thank you.
Thank you 🙏 maybe they will have the OEM upgrade figured out in the future. In the meantime if I did this job again I’d use the Scosche dash kit with the iLX-407. Looks more like factory than the Metra kit.
Did you catch part 2? It didn't work out. Hasn't made it to market. Some people in the comments have mentioned they found success by using an AlfaOBD to program.
I take it you didn't see part 2 ;) It was OEM, but didn't work out due to programming issues. It was part of a beta test run from a US supplier, but they are not available at this time. I've read of others having success using OEM parts and an AlfaOBD, but we ended up putting in an aftermarket iDatalink Maestro compatible Alpine in order to retain OEM features.
@@carstereochick yea i see but i see also ppl have no issue like this and they buy similar product so i want check this p.s. i have 6.2 inch and if i can run carplay i want to check this 1 st if yes i dont need 8 inch if no then i try ) normal carplay or in my country normal maps USA not works im in georgia )))
Waiting for the 2nd part! I've tried a horrible replacement from China but quickly replaced my OG unit. Fingers crossed that this Beta Program goes well and that this unit will be available soon.
Yes, the Alpine would work and we also have options from Kenwood and Sony. Just needs to be an iDatalink Maestro compatible model. Our shop is Sounds Incredible Mobile in Brookfield, CT. Link in video description. Feel free to call or text for more details, thanks!
Nope. We made a part 2, we ended up putting an iDatalink Maestro compatible Alpine stereo in there. If I were to do it again, I would have tried using a programmer. I forget the name of it, someone in the comments thread figured out how to do it. I think the biggest issue was the dealer trying to code it. And if I were to ever install another aftermarket iDatalink Maestro compatible radio in one of these, I would do it using the Scosche mounting kit, rather than the Metra dash kit.
No, unfortunately I really don't like to install any products that are shipped directly from China to the end use consumer because they have zero US based product support. Too sketchy for my taste, I'm sorry. I'm a stickler for good customer service and product support. They don't even have a phone number on their website.
I didn’t t put the product link out because there isn’t one just yet. This is a Beta test, there are quirks that still need to be worked out, so it’s not officially available for sale yet. But it’s from Infotainment if you want to reach out and inquire about it, www.infotainment.com/
Hola! Esta fue una prueba beta, por lo que el producto no está oficialmente a la venta en este momento. Tengo un video de seguimiento que saldrá pronto donde revelo la conclusión y el resultado final. Vuelva a consultar en aproximadamente 1 semana. ¡Gracias!
Someone commented somewhere in this thread about how they were able to get it working in their car using their own programmer. I think the dealer just didn't do the proxy programming right. I think it's an Alfa OBD programmer? We ended up putting an aftermarket Alpine in which you can see in the part 2 video.
Did you watch part 2? It didn't work out unfortunately most likely due to programming issues. We ended up installing an iDatalink Maestro compatible Alpine radio to retain all the OEM features.
Yes, super annoying. Auto manufacturers have been incorporating radios on the databus communication lines for years and it's just getting more and more advanced. GM started with it in the early 2000's, BMW back in the 90's with the Z3 radio being part of the alarm system in the car. At least with the BMW it was super easy, you just had to jump a wire to complete the communication loop. Now? Not so easy. Thankfully there are companies out there with very talented engineers who are staying on top of it and developing compatible aftermarket parts so consumers aren't stuck with the original factory components.
I hope this goes on sale soon... I have been looking for something like this for a while. I have a 2016 renegade.. but only ones I can find are cheap knock offs that run android and have alot of bugs.. hopefully this one can have its bugs sorted and I can get one ordered to the uk
Hi Mark, even if they do please keep in mind there are usually software differences between Europe and US vehicles. Recently ran into a similar issue in a different vehicle, 2021 F-150 using a pre-amp adapter from Mobridge which is based in Australia. Something in the coding was different between US and Australia F-150's and the module didn't work out. I ended up using a pre-amp adapter from a US based company that worked like a charm. Do you have access to iDatalink Maestro modules in the UK? We've done aftermarket radios in this model vehicle too. Look into using any Kenwood Maestro compatible radio with the ADS-MRR Maestro module which should retain the camera, steering wheel controls, data, etc. In the last one we did with the aftermarket radio, the only thing lost was the compass display in the cluster which was actually part of the Uconnect 5"radio.
Keeping an eye out for the next one, this is something ive been wanting to upgrade
Thanks for the comment. I needed a reminder to reach out to this client and see when they're available for the next part! Hopefully soon.
My Jeep renagade 2018 has a bubble or air inside the screen. No more warranty so it’s hard to find a place that’s willing to change it and fix it
Where was this infotainment system purchased? I want to get one for my renegade
Infotainment - Beta test, not sold to the public. It didn't work out though unfortunately, watch part 2. Either faulty parts or wasn't programmed properly by the dealer or possible combination of the two.
on wich renegade models will that work?
Pretty instrresting video. Keep going!
Thank you! That vehicle was back at the shop this week. I should have the conclusion video posted next weekend.
interesting information. I'm looking forward to the second part.
You and me both! I thought I'd have it wrapped up a couple weeks ago, but the client had an unexpected last minute schedule change. Hope to have this project concluded and posted within in the next couple weeks. Thanks for watching!
@@carstereochick any update? I have a 2017 with factory NAV and I absolutely hate it
@@dDTFire yes, just had the vehicle back in the shop last week. Working on getting the conclusion video posted this weekend 🤞
@@carstereochick I can’t wait, I want this unit lol
What type of jeep renegade what year it only works
Dangit I just want a dam double din screen for my 2015 jeep renegade . It’s such a bummer I can’t upgrade it without the bugs. Your video was dope thank you.
Thank you 🙏 maybe they will have the OEM upgrade figured out in the future. In the meantime if I did this job again I’d use the Scosche dash kit with the iLX-407. Looks more like factory than the Metra kit.
Hello! I am a little late to discovering this video. I currently have a 2017 edition and wanted to know is the product out of beta testing yet
Did you catch part 2? It didn't work out. Hasn't made it to market. Some people in the comments have mentioned they found success by using an AlfaOBD to program.
Where is the since 1941? I’m trying to see if I can upgrade my Rene radio And not loose my logo around my unit.
Wat is the price ?
will this work with a 2017 Jeep Renegade?
Yes.
I'm wanting to do the same thing with my jeep Renegade dashboard
hi this 8.4 monitor is OEM or aftermarket ? and where buy im not in USA so i must install it by myself so can you advice me where how etc ?
I take it you didn't see part 2 ;) It was OEM, but didn't work out due to programming issues. It was part of a beta test run from a US supplier, but they are not available at this time. I've read of others having success using OEM parts and an AlfaOBD, but we ended up putting in an aftermarket iDatalink Maestro compatible Alpine in order to retain OEM features.
@@carstereochick yea i see but i see also ppl have no issue like this and they buy similar product so i want check this
p.s. i have 6.2 inch and if i can run carplay i want to check this 1 st if yes i dont need 8 inch if no then i try ) normal carplay or in my country normal maps USA not works im in georgia )))
Waiting for the 2nd part! I've tried a horrible replacement from China but quickly replaced my OG unit. Fingers crossed that this Beta Program goes well and that this unit will be available soon.
Car is the shop right now, I should have the conclusion video posted hopefully by next weekend 🤞
Dónde puedo comprar la pantalla?
We purchased a 2015 Renegade for our daughter and will the Alpine work? Where are you located?
Great video!
Yes, the Alpine would work and we also have options from Kenwood and Sony. Just needs to be an iDatalink Maestro compatible model. Our shop is Sounds Incredible Mobile in Brookfield, CT. Link in video description. Feel free to call or text for more details, thanks!
Did you ever figure out how to add a factory unit?
Nope. We made a part 2, we ended up putting an iDatalink Maestro compatible Alpine stereo in there. If I were to do it again, I would have tried using a programmer. I forget the name of it, someone in the comments thread figured out how to do it. I think the biggest issue was the dealer trying to code it. And if I were to ever install another aftermarket iDatalink Maestro compatible radio in one of these, I would do it using the Scosche mounting kit, rather than the Metra dash kit.
I'd like to buy this but we still can't
Would this work on a 2015 Jeep renegade
Ive seen a radio on ebay, called Xtrons for Jeep Renegade, using android 10- Are you able to do a possible review on this radio?
No, unfortunately I really don't like to install any products that are shipped directly from China to the end use consumer because they have zero US based product support. Too sketchy for my taste, I'm sorry. I'm a stickler for good customer service and product support. They don't even have a phone number on their website.
so if i dont care about the volume knob (i would you the steering wheel buttons) is the upgrade just plug and play + proximity alignment?
In theory yes, but it didn't quite work out that way.
Where did you buy the screen? Please send link for website
I didn’t t put the product link out because there isn’t one just yet. This is a Beta test, there are quirks that still need to be worked out, so it’s not officially available for sale yet. But it’s from Infotainment if you want to reach out and inquire about it, www.infotainment.com/
Buenas tardes
Ingrese a su página pero no encontré el radio para la jeep renegade
Hola! Esta fue una prueba beta, por lo que el producto no está oficialmente a la venta en este momento. Tengo un video de seguimiento que saldrá pronto donde revelo la conclusión y el resultado final. Vuelva a consultar en aproximadamente 1 semana. ¡Gracias!
Where i can found it ?
I don't find on your Web site
🤔I don’t think you watched the whole video. It didn’t work, we were Beta testing and it had issues unfortunately. We put an Alpine iLX-407 in there.
Hi where can we order that screen? Thank you
Hello, please see part 2 for an update. Currently still beta testing with manufacturer Infotainment and not currently available.
Any updates on this possibly working :(
Someone commented somewhere in this thread about how they were able to get it working in their car using their own programmer. I think the dealer just didn't do the proxy programming right. I think it's an Alfa OBD programmer? We ended up putting an aftermarket Alpine in which you can see in the part 2 video.
Would this work in a 2015 renegade?
Did you watch part 2? It didn't work out unfortunately most likely due to programming issues. We ended up installing an iDatalink Maestro compatible Alpine radio to retain all the OEM features.
Sorry. Couldn't understand a word you were saying😟
FK Chrysler!!!!!!!! They make everything so hard
Yes, super annoying. Auto manufacturers have been incorporating radios on the databus communication lines for years and it's just getting more and more advanced. GM started with it in the early 2000's, BMW back in the 90's with the Z3 radio being part of the alarm system in the car. At least with the BMW it was super easy, you just had to jump a wire to complete the communication loop. Now? Not so easy. Thankfully there are companies out there with very talented engineers who are staying on top of it and developing compatible aftermarket parts so consumers aren't stuck with the original factory components.