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CONTENTS Chapter 1 — Getting started. . ......................................................................3 Setting up WiFi.........................................................................................................3 Chapter 2 — Google Apps and Maps. ...........................................................6 2.1 Installing Google Apps (GApps).......................................................................6 2.2 Signing into Play Store. ..............................................
CHAPTER 1 – Getting Started Setting up Wifi The VLINE module will require an internet connection while on the road to take advantage of majority of its features. Two ways to provide internet to VLine: 1. Smartphone tethering and hotspot On iPhone: Home->Settings->Personal Hotspot .Turn it on and set up network name and password. On Android: Home->Settings->Wireless Networks -> More -> Tethering & Portable Hotspot -> Portable Wifi Hotspot. Tap to turn it on, and set up network name and password. 2.
Go into WiFi Settings Settings Wireless & networks Wi-Fi Bluetooth Data usage More Display Sound & notification Device Select WiFi channel to connect Settings On Vline Setup CBCI-1EA1-2.4 ATT896 CBCI-44AB-2.
Enter [Password] and select CONNECT Settings On VLine Setup Password Vline Setup CBCI-1EA1-2.4 ATT896 Show password Advanced options CBCI-44AB-2.4 CANCEL CONNECT NOTE: Please check with your mobile carrier for hotspot data usage limits If you are using your smartphone to tether internet to VLine. Depending on mobile provider you might be subject to mobile data and tethering charges.
CHAPTER 2 — Google Apps and Maps 2.1 Installing Google Apps (Gapps) Installing Google Apps will allow you to access Google Play Store to download any applicatition to VLine, and to use voice assistant (RED) button. Once GApps are installed, you can download and use any music apps and maps from Google Play Market. To install the Gapps (Google Apps) Package: 1. Connect VLine to internet. Check Chapter 1, we recommend to connect to home Wifi to install GApps, so you do not spend your mobile data. 2.
Scroll down all the way to the bottom and select “About Device” Settings Accounts Language & input Backup & reset System Date & time Accessibility Printing About deviice Device About Then select “VLINE System Updates About device System updates VLine system updates Status of the battery, network, and other information Legal information Regulatory information 7
Select “Install Gapps” Additional System Updates Gapps Install Gapps Grom OTA Check to update Check to availabke updates Installed version VL1.0.1.0 Press the “Install” button to apply update. Additional System Updates Gapps VLine Update System Install Gapps Install Gapps Grom OTA Download size: 109.2MiB Check to update Install Check to available updates Installed version VL1.0.1.0 Wait for update to download and apply.
2.2 Signing into Play Store and Adding Apps to Home Screen Select Empty Spot You Wish to Add Icon to Settings Select the Apps/Shortcuts/Plugins you wish to add, in this case the “Play Store” Application.
Signing onto Google Account Select the Play Store Icon Play Store Settings First time signing into the Google Play Store, you will be promoted to enter your Google (Gmail) account information. Add your account Sign in to get the most out of your device.
Enter the password for Gmail account xxxx@gmail.com Password Forgot password? NEXT Confirm the onscreen Terms of Service and Privacy Policy prompts from Google xxxx@gmail.com By sign in, you agree to the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
Select next on Google Services Prompt Google services These services put Google to work for you, and you can turn them on or off at any time for your xxxx@gmail.com account. Data will be used in accordance with Google’s Privacy Policy. Back up your device’s apps, app data, settings, and Wi-Fi passwords using your Google Account so you can easily restore later. Learn more NEXT Confirm Google Play store agreement Google services xxxx@gmail.
2.3 Maps Setup Go to Play Store and install the map(s) of your choice - Google, Waze, Sygic , others. Once you install the map(s) of your choice, go to 1. Main Menu -->Settings Local Music Spotify GMusic WebRadio A2DP Stream 2.
3. Choose your perferred map application Settings Units Speed MPH Navigation Speed °F Advanced functionality Maps Waze HERE WeGo Navigation CANCEL Maps Speech to Text Engine Google 4.
2.4 Voice Activation Button for Navigation Voice Activation button will allow you to start navigation with just one tap. The button only works when there is an internet connection to VLine.
2.5 Changing Text-to-Speech Output Voice Once GApps are installed, you can download and install Google Text-tospeech app from the Google Play store to change the Voice Synthesizer for Voice Activation Red Button to one that is more pleasing to listen to. After installing “Google Text-to-speech” from the Google Play store, go to VLINE Settings to make change in Language & input-->Text-to-speech output.
Select “Text-to-speech output” Language & input vbase input android default Speech Voice input Text-to-speech output Mouse/trackpad Pointer speed Select “Google Text-to-speech Engine” for Prefered engine Text-to-speech output Prefered engine Pico TTS Google Text-to-speech Engine General Speech rate Speed at which the is spoken Listen to an example 17
CHAPTER 3 — MEDIA PLUGINS VLINE provides music plugins with an optimized interface with bold graphics and easy to press buttons for the vehicle environment. Most of these plugins require an internet data connection to work besides Local Music and A2DP Stream. Currently available plugins: Spotify, Web Radio, Google Music, Local (stored on USB drive or MicroSD Card) music, and A2DP Bluetooth music streaming.
3.1 Spotify Requires Spotify Premium (paid) account. Login to Spotfy by going to Spotify ->Menu->Accounts You can add multiple accounts and switch between them simultaneously. Access and create playlists, search music with voice, see cover art and titles, discover new music.
3.2 Web Radio • Does not require an account to use. Stream Radio stations from around the world as well as local radio stations • Listen to 100,000+ live radio stations, plus on-demand content like podcasts & shows anywhere you go. • Browse Stations by Local, Trending, Music Genre, Sports, News, Location, and Language. • “Star” your favorite radio stations so you can easily access next time • Record what is currently playing and listen to it later without WiFi connection. Search with voice.
3.3 Google Music • Allows access to your Google Play music (Purchased/Uploaded*). • Will require Gapps to be installed on VLINE (please refer to Gapps Installation section of this manual p. 6). • To use Gapps you must have a Google account and be signed into the account. • *Only Purchased music library and Uploaded media will work, unlimited subscription/radio music will not work. Electrify Jamie Smith Long Road H...
3.4 Local Music (USB, MicroSD) • Play music/audio stored on USB drive or MicroSD card • USB Drive - use USB2 port of VLine to insert USB flash drive or external hard drive MicroSD Card Insert MicroSD card (*pin side up) with your music to play via VLine. Up to 128GB supported. Pin Side Up 1. Go to Local Music ->Settings->Storage and select your desired storage. 2.
3.5 A2DP Bluetooth Music Streaming Setting up Bluetooth for A2DP music streaming Demo video: bit.ly/vline_bluetooth 1. Select Settings -> Bluetooth. Turn on Bluetooth on VLine. Settings Wireless & networks Wi-Fi Data usage Bluetooth More Device Display Sound & notification 2. Turn on Bluetooth on your phone. Use VLine to find your phone.
• Confirm PIN code on VLine and phone. Hit PAIR on both - VLine and phone. Bluetooth On Bluetooth pairing request Device Available Devices Android Android Pairing code 622398 iPhone Pairing grants access to your contacts and call history when connected VLine is visible to nearby devices while Bluetooth settings is open CANCEL PAIR Go to phone Bluetooth settings and make sure it is now connected to VLine. You can rename this connection on the phone if you like.
CHAPTER 4 – OTA SOFTWARE UPDATES Periodically there will be software updates available for the VLINE to enhance features or to fix minor bugs. The updates are downloaded via internet (over-the-air or OTA). NOTE: We recommend to connect VLine to your home Wifi connection before downloading any updates. Make sure you are close enough to the internet router to get a good signal.
Then select “Check for Updates” Additional System Updates Gapps Installed GROM Updates Check for updates Check for available updates Installed version VL1.0.1.0 If there is an update available it will appear on screen to download. Additional System Updates Gapps VLine Update System Install Gapps VLine Update Download size: 158.3MiB Grom OTA VL1.0.1.0 relase CheckFirmware to update Update Check to available updates Download size: 40.1KiB Install Install Firmware Release Installed version VL1.
CHAPTER 5 – SUPPORT Periodic System Cleanup To improve speed and performance of your VLine, it is recommended to periodically uninstall any apps that you do not use. Go to Settings --> Apps -->Downloaded and review the apps that you downloaded. Settings Device Display Storage Apps Sound & notification Battery Users Screenshot Setting Select the app you wish to uninstall and tap UNINSTALL. If you want to keep the app, but do not need it to run, uncheck Show notifications instead of uninstalling.
FAQ Red Voice button is not working - what can I do? Voice Assistant Button requires Gapps and Internet. Connect VLine to WiFi and Install Gapps (see p. 6) How can I install Maps and Apps? Connect VLine to Wifi, install Gapps, add Play Store button on the home screen, go to Play Store and install the maps and apps of your choice. I am connected to WiFi but can’t download update - what can I do? VLine is not getting good WiFi signal.
