Axxess AX-MLINK-HD Installation Instructions Manual

Brand: Axxess

Model: AX-MLINK-HD

Type: Installation Instructions Manual

Axxess AX-MLINK-HD, a car audio Wi-Fi A/V mirror interface through HDMI, enables mirroring capabilities of iOS and Android devices. This allows users to project the screens of their mobile devices onto their aftermarket in-dash mobile video screens. The device requires an HDMI cable to connect to the car's radio and an external Wi-Fi antenna for a stable connection. It features a power LED indicator, reset button, mode/upgrade button, and a USB port for charging (5-volts 1-amp) or software upgrades.

Installation instructions for AX-MLINK-HD

METRA. The World’s best kits.™ metraonline.com1-800-221-0932

REV. 5/18/2015 INSTAX-MLINK-HD

CAUTION: Metra recommends disconnecting the

negative battery terminal before beginning any

installation. All accessories, switches, and especially

air bag indicator lights must be plugged in before

reconnecting the battery or cycling the ignition.

NOTE: Refer to the instructions included with the

aftermarket radio.

• Wi-Fimirrorinterface

• CabletoCarAudio(powerconnection)

• Wi-Fiantenna

Interface components

AX-MLINK-HD

Car audio Wi-Fi A/V mirror interface through HDMI

WiththisWi-FiinterfaceyouwillbeabletomirroryourIOSorAndroiddeviceonyouraftermarketin-dash

mobilevideoscreen.

Note: This will not allow the mobile device to be operated from the aftermarket screen. All operations

(button presses) will need to be executed from the mobile device.

Mirroringcapabilitiesaredeterminedbythesmartdevices’(phone,tablet,etc.)softwareandthenetwork

provider’spermissionsgiventothedevice.Softwareupdatescanchangethedevicesabilitytomirror

certaintypesofvideo/audio.

1. Power LED:Bluelightonwhenpoweron.

2. Antenna connector:Connectexternal

Wi-Fiantenna.

3. Reset:

(a)Press1secondforreset.

(b) Press5secondsforfactory 

defaultsettings.

4. Mode/Upgrade:

(a)PressonceforswitchingbetweenIOSAir

PlaysystemandAndroidMiracastsystem.

(b)Press5secondsforupgradingsoftware.

5. USB: Charge(5-volts1-amp)/softwareupgrade.

6. Power/AV-IN:

Powercableconnections

tocaraudioACC/GND.

7. HDMI port: Outputtoradio(HDMIcable

soldseparately).

Interface DescrIptIon

Installation to the aftermarket radio:

• ConnecttheRedwiretotheaccessorywire.

Note: It is suggested to add a 3A fuse in-line with

the accessory wire.

• ConnecttheBlackwiretothegroundwire.

• ConnectanHDMIcable(notsupplied),tothethe

HDMIportintheAX-MLINK-HD.

Note: Make sure to place the interface in an area

you can easily access it in case the “Mode” needs

to be changed from IOS to Android, or vice versa.

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AX-MLINK-HD

On the aftermarket in-dash mobile video screen:

• Havethedeviceinthe HDMI INsource;dependingonthebrandofscreenyou

have,thismaybelabeleddifferently.

IOS SYSTEM

On the interface:

1. PressModebuttononcetoswitchtoIOSmode:

• Make sure the AirPlay icon is highlighted and colored on the screen.

On the IOS 7 device:

1. OnyourIOSdevicegoto:

Settings>Wi-Fi>On>ChooseaNetwork…>Select“HotSpot###”

• This will connect your IOS device to the mirror interface.

2. SwipeupfromthebottomofyourscreentoaccessControlCenterandthentap

AirPlay.

• If AirPlay is not seen, return to step 1 and make sure your IOS device is

connected to the “HotSpot###” in the Wi-Fi settings.

3. TurnonMirroring:OnAirPlayscreen,tapMirroring.

4. Onceenabled,yourIOSdevice’sscreenwillbemirroredonyouraftermarket

in-dashmobilevideoscreen.

If your device is lower than IOS 7:

1. OnyourIOSdevicegoto:

Settings>Wi-Fi>On>Chooseanetwork…>Select“HotSpot###”

• This will connect your IOS device to the mirror interface.

2. OnyourIOSdevice,double-clicktheHomebuttontodisplayyourrecently

usedapps.

3. SwipetherecentlyusedappstwicefromlefttorightuntilyouseetheAirPlay

icon.TaptheAirPlayicontodisplayalistofavailableAirPlaydevices.

• If you do not see the AirPlay icon, your device may not be connected

successfully.

4. SelectthenameofyourWi-FiA/Vmirrorconverter(HotSpot###)andthenturn

MirroringOn.

ANDROID SYSTEM

On the interface:

1. MakesuretheAutoiconishighlightedandcoloredonthescreen.

2. PressModebuttontwicetoswitchtoAndroidMiracastmode.

On the Android device:

1. LocatetheScreenMirroringsettingandscanforcompatibledevices.Every

phoneisdifferent;dependingonwhichAndroidoperatingsystemyouhave,

theScreenMirrorsettingshouldbeinyour“Settings“screenunderthe

“Connections”tab.

Note: This should take about 30 seconds or less.

2. Yourphonewillthenlistavailabledevices;selectyourWi-FiA/VConverter

modelnumbertoconnect:(HotSpot###).

 Note: This should take about 10-20 seconds.

How to link

AX-MLINK-HD

How to link

Important notes:

1. Thisproductdoesnotrequireanetwork:

• TheWi-FiA/VmirrorinterfaceusesaWi-Fidirectconnectionanddoesnot

requireanetworkconnectiontoyourmobiledevice.

2. Screentimeoutsetting:

• Ifthescreentimeoutsettingisenabledonyourphoneandyourphone

timesout,noimagewilldisplayontheaftermarketin-dashmobilevideo

screenuntilyouaccessyourphonescreenagain.“Mirror”willcontinueto

displayonyourplayerindicatingconnectionstatus.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

Power Input

DC12-volt

Power consumption

IdleStatus:200mAWithoutWi-Ficonnection

WorkingStatus:500mAwithWi-Ficonnection

ChargingStatus:1AwithUSBportchargingdevice

Wi-Fi Standard

Wi-Fi802.11b/g/n

Input

Wi-FiAirPlay/Miracast/AllShare-Cast/

Screen-Mirroring/DLNA

A/V Output

CarAudioHDMI

Temp. Range

(-20C~70C)

Humidity

0~90%

WI-FI MIRACAST SUPPORT DEVICES

IOS 6 & up

IOS mode, to use AirPlay Mirroring, you need the following devices:

iPhone4sorlater

iPad2orlater

iPadminiorlater

iPodtouch(5thgeneration)

Android

Device

Android mode, to use Miracast/AllShare-Cast/Screen-Mirroring, you

need the following devices:

SamsungNote2,Note3,Note10.1,S3,S4,S5

LGF180L,F200L,LS970,F180S,F180K,F200S,F200K,GL-01E,GE975T

HTCOneX,OneS,ButterflyS

GoogleNexus4

OtherAndroiddeviceswithMiracastfunction,normallyrequireAndroid

4.2orlater

Installation instructions for AX-MLINK-HD

METRA. The World’s best kits.

™

metraonline.com1-800-221-0932

REV. 5/18/2015 INSTAX-MLINK-HD

KNOWLEDGE IS POWER

Enhance your installation and fabrication skills by

enrolling in the most recognized and respected

mobile electronics school in our industry.

Log onto www.installerinstitute.com or call

800-354-6782 for more information and take steps

toward a better tomorrow.

Metra recommends MECP

certified technicians

IMPORTANT WARNING

Thisproductincludesinstructionsforinstallationwhichmustbecarefullyfollowed.

Theinstructionsarewordedinsuchamannertoassumethattheinstalleriscapableof

completingthesetypeofelectronicinstallations.Ifyouareunclearastowhatyouare

instructedtodoorbelievethatyoudonotunderstandtheinstructionssoastoproperly

andsafelycompletetheinstallationyou should consult a technician who does have this

knowledge and understanding.

Failure to follow these instructions carefully and to install the interface as

described could cause harm to the vehicle or to safety systems on the vehicle.

Interference with certain safety systems could cause harm to persons as well.

If you have any questions in this regard please call the Help line or Metra at

1-800-221-0932 for assistance.

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Instrucciones de instalación para AX-MLINK-HD

METRA. The World’s best kits.

™

metraonline.com1-800-221-0932

REV. 5/18/2015 INSTAX-MLINK-HD

Metra recomienda técnicos con

certificación del Programa de

Certificación en Electrónica Móvil

(Mobile Electronics Certification

Program, MECP).

EL CONOCIMIENTO ES PODER

Mejoresushabilidadesdeinstalaciónyfabricación

inscribiéndoseenlaescueladedispositivoselectrónicos

móvilesmásreconocidayrespetadadenuestra

industria.Regístreseenwww.installerinstitute.como

llameal800-354-6782paraobtenermásinformacióny

avancehaciaunfuturomejor.

KNOWLEDGE IS POWER

Enhance your installation and fabrication skills by

enrolling in the most recognized and respected

mobile electronics school in our industry.

Log onto www.installerinstitute.com or call

800-354-6782 for more information and take steps

toward a better tomorrow.

ADVERTENCIA IMPORTANTE

Esteproductoincluyeinstruccionesdeinstalaciónquedebenseguirsecuidadosamente.

Dichasinstruccionesestánredactadasdandoporsupuestoqueelinstaladorescapazde

completarestostiposdeinstalacioneselectrónicas.Sitienedudasrespectodeloquese

leindicaquehagaocreequenocomprendelasinstruccionescomoparacompletarla

instalaciónenformaadecuadaysegura,debeconsultarauntécnicoqueefectivamente

tengaestosconocimientosycomprensión.

Si no sigue estas instrucciones con cuidado y no instala la interfaz como se

describe, podría provocar daños en el vehículo o en los sistemas de seguridad del

vehículo. La interferencia con determinados sistemas de seguridad también podría

provocar daños a las personas. Si tiene alguna pregunta al respecto, llame a la línea

de ayuda o a metra, al 1-800-221-0932 para obtener asistencia.

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