Before You Start
Let's make sure you've got everything sorted before diving in
Installation Guide
Everything you need to get your new Brummstadt head unit installed and running perfectly
1
Check Your Kit
Make sure you've received everything - head unit, wiring harness, mounting brackets, and any extras you ordered. Take a photo of everything laid out - handy if you need our help later!
2
Tools You'll Need
Basic stuff really - trim removal tools (or wrapped flathead screwdriver), Phillips head screwdriver, and about 1-2 hours of time. Cup of coffee optional but recommended!
3
Battery Safety
Disconnect your negative battery terminal before starting. Yeah, we know it's a pain losing your radio presets, but it's better than frying something. Trust us on this one.
Pro Tip:
Film yourself removing the old unit - play it backwards and you've got your installation guide! Genius, right?
Installation Steps
The main event - let's get this beauty installed
1
Remove Factory Unit
Pop off the trim carefully - it's usually held by clips that need a gentle but firm pull. Remove the screws holding your old unit (usually 4 Phillips head). Unplug all connectors from the back - they only go one way, so don't force anything.
2
Connect Your Brummstadt Unit
This is the easy bit - everything's plug and play! Connect the main harness first (the big one), then USB cables, GPS antenna, and any cameras. Don't worry about leftover plugs from your old unit - our system has its own antennas and doesn't need all the factory connections.
3
Test Before Final Install
Before screwing everything in, reconnect the battery and fire it up. Check that it powers on, test the reverse camera (if applicable), and make sure audio works. All good? Beautiful! Power down and disconnect the battery again.
4
Secure Everything
Mount the unit with the provided brackets and screws. Tuck away excess cables (cable ties are your friend). Pop the trim back on - should click into place nicely. Reconnect battery, and you're done!
Heads Up:
Some vehicles need the steering wheel controls configured. Just go into the steering wheel app on your new unit
and follow the prompts - dead simple!
Troubleshooting
Hit a snag? No worries, these are the common ones
No Power / Won't Turn On
Check your main harness connection - push it in firmly until it clicks. Check the fuses in your vehicle's fuse box. Still nothing? Contact our support team - we'll sort it out quick smart.
No Sound / Audio Issues
First, check the obvious - volume isn't muted! Then check speaker connections are secure. If you have an amplifier, make sure the remote wire (usually blue) is connected. Some vehicles need the CAN-BUS settings adjusted in the factory settings menu.
Reverse Camera Not Working
Check the camera connection at both ends. Make sure the reverse trigger wire (usually purple or pink) is connected to your reverse light positive. In the settings, ensure the reverse camera is enabled. Test by putting the car in reverse with the handbrake on.
GPS Not Finding Location
Make sure the GPS antenna is connected and positioned on the dash (not under metal). It needs a clear view of the sky. First GPS lock can take up to 5 minutes. If still no luck, try a GPS reset in the system settings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about installation
Installation FAQs
Hardware: Wire camera cable from front of car to the headunit and plug into the 5th white plug.
Software: Go to CarSettings β System Settings β Factory Settings (Password 1617) β Feature Setting β Select Double recording β Save.
Then go to App menu β Recorder β DVR β Camera type β Select front camera AHD 1080p 25Hz.
Hardware: Plug single cable with yellow plug in the head unit, connect camera cable with yellow plug,
connect other end to camera, and connect red cable to rear light power source.
Software: Go to CarSettings β System Settings β Factory Settings (Password 1617) β Backcar settings β
Select 1080p 25Hz β Save. The unit will restart and camera will be active.
Hardware: Plug in single cable with yellow RCA plug in the head unit, connect camera retention cable with the yellow RCA plug,
connect other end to the factory camera plug.
Software: Go to CarSettings β System Settings β Factory Settings (Password 1617) β Backcar settings β
Select CVBS-NTSC (most common factory camera type) β Save. The unit will restart.
Non-canbus model: Go to All apps β Steering wheel learning β Press Start β Follow on-screen steps (long press steering wheel buttons as requested) β Press finish.
Canbus model: Go to MyCar β Diagnosis β Car β Select your canbus decoder β Select your Car and Model.
Make sure the data cable of the canbus decoder is plugged in.
Hardware: Check if the AMP-C trigger cable is connected so the amplifier turns on with the headunit.
Canbus model: MyCar β Settings β Other settings β Function select β Amplifier.
Non-canbus model: CarSettings β General Settings β Select Amplify.
Simple fix! Go to CarSettings β General β Reverse Mirror. This will flip the camera image to the correct orientation.
All antennas are mounted behind the dash (none visible). From top to bottom:
β’ 5GHz Wi-Fi antenna
β’ GPS (stick on plastic, not metal to avoid interference)
β’ 4G (SIM card antenna)
β’ DAB+ antenna plugs into the 6-pin USB plug
Go to CarSettings β System Settings β Factory Settings (Password 1617) β Touch Study β Touch Study β Save. This will recalibrate the touch buttons.
Some car models have reversed door information. To fix: MyCar β Settings β Door window settings β FDoor exchange. This will swap the left/right door indicators.
Antenna: Stick antenna on passenger side windscreen, wire to back of headunit, connect to 6-pin USB plug.
Software: Open PlayStore β Download DAB-Z Player app. That's it!
Special Vehicle Setup
These vehicles have a split factory head unit. You need to unplug both the screen AND the actual factory head unit below it. The actual head unit has the plug with speaker wires and 12V supply in the back. If you only connect the screen plug, the new unit won't power on! Both plugs must be connected to the adapter harness.
When plugging the factory harness into the adapter, you need to check if you have a 360Β° camera or standard camera. The wiring is different for each type. Check your vehicle spec or the original camera display to determine which you have.
Ensure the power antenna cable is connected to the ANT: Power cable (see user manual P31).
Then go to: CarSettings β System Settings β Factory Settings (Password 16176699) β Customized Settings β Radio antenna powered.
Hardware: Use the included radio booster - plug male antenna cable into new head unit,
plug car's antenna into booster, connect blue 12V cable to ACC.
Software: CarSettings β System Settings β Factory Settings (Password 16176699) β Radio setting β FM sensitivity.
Operation & Features
WiFi (most preferred): Go to Android Settings β Network & Internet β Connect to your phone's hotspot.
SIM Card: Insert a SIM card to use mobile data, just like a phone. Ask your provider about dual SIM
(same number as your phone) or get a data-only SIM.
Google Maps works exactly like on your phone! For offline use without WiFi:
Open Google Maps β Click your account icon β Offline maps β Select and download your region.
To change default nav app: CarSettings β Navi software settings β Select your preferred app.
USB: Connect WiFi β Open Zlink5 β Use data USB cable (must have USB symbol) β Connect to 4-pin USB.
Wireless: Connect WiFi β Open Zlink5 β Enable 5GHz hotspot on unit β Connect phone via Bluetooth β
Connect phone to unit's WiFi β Enable wireless CarPlay in phone settings if needed.
Yes, but we recommend this for passengers only. To enable: CarSettings β General Settings β General β Switch Parking off.
If Netflix isn't in PlayStore, open Chrome browser, search "Netflix.apk download" and install manually.
Go to CarSettings β System Settings β Factory Settings (Password 1617) β Logo Setting β Select your car logo. Your car's logo will now show instead of the Android figure on startup!
To disable the floating A/C settings: MyCar β Settings β Other Setting β Function select - Settings β Scroll down and select AC. This will remove the persistent climate control display.
Go to CarSettings β System Settings β Factory Settings (Password 1617) β Customized Setting β Mic gain β Adjust to your liking β Save. The unit will restart with new mic settings.
OBD2 scanner lets you check diagnostic codes and accurate mileage. You won't need a mechanic every time the engine light comes on! Just plug the OBD2 adapter into your car's diagnostic port (usually under the steering wheel) and connect to the head unit.
Lost your user manual? No worries! You can download the complete PDF user manual from our help center at brummstadt.com.au/help. It includes detailed diagrams and step-by-step instructions for all features.
Need a Hand?
Our friendly support team is here to help you every step of the way. Don't hesitate to reach out if you need assistance!
