Index for Infotainment Project

qbord · Aug 12, 2015

PART 1: Discussions, Info, & Access

I felt bad that I couldn't contribute much on the development side of things, so I decided to create and manage this index to help organize everything discussed in the project thread. Please understand that I am the only one managing this index. I try to update as often and with as much information as I can. Some things I ask of you:

Please do not post in this thread. I no longer update these posts.
Please refer to the main Infotainment Project Thread and similar threads for all future updates.
Thank you to everyone who's contributed! Not just to those whose posts I linked. Thank you to everyone who has made suggestions, contributed code, bricked their systems, uploaded files, all for the advancement of the Infotainment Project!

I. Common Discussions

The latest releases are mentioned below. Downloads are hard to find, as they get taken down rather quickly. I try to maintain a list of working download links in section "V. Downloads" below.
- Please refer to the following threads for a discussion of glitches in v55. - Here & here.
- A discussion about v55.00.753A is available here. v55.00.760 is the latest NA version.
- v56.00.511A has brought about some problematic changes.
- Info on tweaks compatible with new v56.00.511A EU.
- A comparison of JP_56.00.402A and EU_56.00.512A
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay: There are a number of rumors about Android Auto and CarPlay eventually coming to Mazdas. There has been code found in the Infotainment system with the v55 release specific to these two features. However, thus far there are no concrete plans or dates set to bring these features to the Infotainment system. The last rumor was "Android Auto will be on v60 which will come out in July (2015)". Check out section "VI. Information & Resources" below for more information.
Text message display issues: Some people have experienced issues accessing their text messages on their phone (myself included). The general consensus is that the system can get overloaded by a lot of text messages. For me, deleting all my messages worked (I backed them all up first. Google around for an app that meets your needs to do so). Unfortunately, this seems to be the only way.
- Also note: The system cannot view MMS - no picture or video messages
Other capabilities of the system: The company who developed the Infotainment System is called JCI. They were bought by a company called Viseon. Check out

showing off the apps and other features the infotainment is capable of.

II. Installs/Tweaks

If you are serious about modifying your system, I encourage you to read the posts in the main thread thoroughly and ask questions. There are risks to altering your system, risks that could end up costing you money. Run these tweaks & scripts at your own risk. None of these are official - they are developed by users of this forum, not employees of Mazda. There is no support for them beyond the forum. Please understand that you can damage or brick your infotainment system running these tweaks. Do not attempt to make changes via SSH unless you are familiar with the process.

Before You Start:

Upgrade the OS - Current tweaks are designed for v51 (minimum) v55 (recommended). Attempting to tweak an older version of the system may result in serious problems for the Infotainment console.
If Modifying Files, Save Correctly - In Notepad++, in the Edit menu, make sure EOL Conversion is set to UNIX/OSX.
Understand Your Options - There are a number of tweaks available for you to run on the Infotainment system. These can be run by gaining SSH access via WiFi (requires USB script) or a USB-ethernet cable. Some tweaks do not require SSH access and manual installation and can also be run directly from script on a USB drive.
General Installation Instructions (Including USB Installs) - Before installing tweaks, remove the Nav SD card (if applicable) and any USB drives currently plugged into the system [source]. To install most USB tweaks, copy the files onto a formatted fat32 usb drive (Possible on both Windows & Mac OS X), plug it in to your car, turn on the car and after 20 seconds or so a window should pop up saying "tweaks applied", then remember to restart the cmu by holding BACK+MUTE+NAV. (source) Once you've done so, they should be enabled.
Prepare for the Worst - Generally, the worst case scenario is a boot loop. You can find instructions for recovering from a boot loop in section "IV. Troubleshooting" below.

Another resource for tweaks is the Mazda3Hacks website (mirror). Also available is a new Open MZD Connect Wiki created by user addilind. User @fitisgo has created a website that includes all of the tweaks he has personally tested with instructions.

Updating the OS

How to update your OS: The latest version of the OS is v55. Many people are on v29 or v33. To update the OS you can bring your car in to a dealer and claim you're having problems with something like bluetooth or screen lag and they should update your system for you. However, you can update your system yourself and it's rather easy. If you are on v29 or lower, you must update to v33 first. Once on v33, you can update to v55. To run these updates you will need the update files. I try to keep a list of working download links posted in section "V. Downloads" below.
- OS Update outside NA: If you do not live in North America, it is possible to upgrade your OS with the North American files, however you will probably lose radio functionality (see below in "Other" section), and maybe some other features too (like weather reports).
Downgrading your OS: Some people have decided that they were happier on an older version. It IS possible to downgrade to an older version. First, get the OS files (located below in section V). Next, follow the steps located above for installing an update, except install the "reinstall.up" FIRST and the "failsafe.up" SECOND.

Gaining Access:

Tweaks Master Bundle (v55) (USB): This is a collection of several popular tweaks. This script will:
- enable wifi (allows you to SSH into the car to make changes with a computer or phone)
- disable the speed restriction set on the touch screen (so a passenger can still use the screen while the car is in motion)
- set the nag screen timeout to .1 second rather than 3.5 (the one that shows up every time you turn the car on, with the safetey message)
- remove the safety warning label from the reverse camera
- change the background image to one of your choosing
- remove the blank album art frame.
The download includes instructions for installation and modification (in case you don't want some of the tweaks). The uninstall script is here. A version of this tweak without the last 3 modifications listed above (reverse warning, background, & album art) is available for v51 here.
Some notes:
- It has been reported that the compass gets broken (always points a certain direction) after running the touch screen tweak.
- Disabling the speed restriction seems to result in text messages being automatically read aloud. Currently it is not possible to disable this.
- Troubleshooting tweaks install - Users have had various problems. This is just one and I cannot link them all. Please refer to the Infotainment Thread for more solutions & support.
- Confirmed working on: EU51 | EU56.00.230A
- Info on diagnostics that are saved to USB
Enable Open Wifi Access Temporarily: "This could be helpful to recover systems which don't already have Wifi enabled through the menu. This tweak will disable the watchdog, enable the Wifi AP, then show a message with the Wifi (and wired, if present) IP addresses. Normally these are 192.168.53.1 for Wifi and 192.168.42.1 for wired."
SSH into the car: First, you'll need to enable WiFi on the car. The fastest & easiest way is to make use of one of the USB masterbundle script above. Once you've done that, follow these instructions. The necessary login and IP address info is in that link. Another set of instructions for SSH is available here. User @PoP has provided instructions for finding the password for the .up files here.
- Regain SSH access in EU v56.00.11A
- Regain temporary SSH access in EU v56.99.11A - less drastic, makes no changes to CMU
Terminal app by user Checksum, eliminates the need for SSH (Coming Soon)
Finding the IP Address of the Car: USB Script (designed for older version, may not function properly) | Via Android Apps: 1 or 2
WiFi, SSH, speed restrictions on/off script - Original here. Details are sparse, but I've contacted the dev for some more info.
(Optional) Backup CMU before installing tweaks - This will take a while, about 30 minutes for NA and more than 90 minutes for EU. Creates a backup of your CMU. Might be a good idea if you're testing beta apps/complicated tweaks/etc.

This post is split into 5 parts.
Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4 | Part 5

qbord · Oct 13, 2015

PART 2: Customization & Functionality Tweaks

II. Installs/Tweaks (Continued)

Customize the Visuals:

Backup Camera - Remove/change warning: The backup camera warning can be altered/removed.
Backup Camera - Make proximity sensors semi-transparent (USB): Some Mazda models have a proximity sensor in the top right corner that can be altered to make it semi-transparent. USB Install | Pics of this tweak.
USB Audio Player - Remove slash, add icons: Improves the look of the USB audio display & menus by removing unnecessary "/" characters and adding icons for songs, playlists, and folders. Pictures & details inside.
Date-to-statusbar script (USB): Adds the date to the statusbar, to the left of the clock. Month First Format (Version for v56.00.511A EU) | Small Font Patch | Info on UK/US version switch | AM/PM addition patch
Date-to-statusbar script with info icons (USB): User @Diginix has modified the original script to include information icons like bluetooth, wifi, device battery, and date above the clock. If you are upgrading from different versions, you can install them over each other without needing to "uninstall". Original Post here (most recent version is main link). Install v2 from AIO for alpha-numeric date format.
Audio Player - Remove blank album art box
Audio Player - Replace blank album art box
Fix the icons in the USB audio source menus: The second item (which shows the category view) should have the "folder" icon, and the third item (which shows the track view) should have the "list" icon.
Change bluetooth track position display increment: This will change the track display increment on bluetooth audio from 10% to 1%. (I believe this is fixed in v33+).
Custom infotainment colors (USB): Not only can you change the background, but you can modify the button/menu colors as well! Note, it has been reported that if this tweak will revert album art tweaks (including the Master Bundle). You will need to re-run the master bundle script to fix this.
Custom infotainment theme - Android style (USB): A theme based on Android for your infotainment. Original post | Some more info here | Uninstall
Change the background (USB): Change the background of the infotainment menus. You can create your own, as long as they're 800px x 480px (or 801x480, either should work). You should know, changing the background now possible via the Master Bundle tweak listed above.
- How to accomplish this via SSH | Original Link here (Main link is a backup I made).
- Some pre-made backgrounds are available here: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 (big image collection, samples here) | 10 (another big image collection)
- Animated background with CSS - New Guide Here
- Test out how your backgrounds will look with this template!
- Original background available here

Change the Functionality:

Play .flac files - Direct link to GitHub | Troubleshooting errors
USB Audio Player - Auto-choose "Folders": Set system to automatically choose "Folders" when root menu is shown
Rearrange the audio source list: Customize the list to your liking. Steps on how to rearrange the list of audio sources. For instance, you can priorotize Bluetooth and USB and move them to the top, then move Pandora and Stitcher to the very bottom. Word of caution about editing the list. If you are looking for a USB method of achieving this, the All-in-One tweak listed in the Apps section below can help.
Loop script - Main menu (USB): Will loop around to first item in main menu if you scroll past the last item
Loop script - Improved list looping (USB): Will loop back to the top of a list if you scroll past the bottom. Primary link is USB install. Following links are for older code: Original | Original Instructions
Decrease repeat delay for page-scrolling
Pause on Mute (USB): USB Install (Version for v.56.00.511A EU)
Change default message replies: Change the default text message replies

Play Videos:

Original Video Player Script: This is the first script to play a video on the infotainment screen. It allows you to load a video (.mp4 format) onto a USB drive with a script to play videos on your infotainment screen. There are no player controls (Play/Pause/Skip/Menus) and there are known glitches.
- In v51+ you may need to run the Video Fix script. It may need to be run each time you want to watch a video.
There are two other video players with more functionality that are available in the "Apps" section below.

Other:

NEW - Create a NAV SD Card [REMOVED] - NOTE: This hack is no longer available, it has been removed by the admins (presumably because the method is a legal grey area, to say the least). North America and Asia maps available. (USB)
Take a screenshot
(OLD) Hack the NAV SD Card - There are several posts about this topic spread throughout the thread. Follow up | More info
Fixing radio frequencies - If you live in Latin America or other countries with unpaired radio stations and you are manually updating your OS version & running the USB tweaks to enable wifi, you may need to do this. Be sure to type "mount -o rw,remount /"

This post is split into 5 parts.
Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4 | Part 5

qbord · Oct 13, 2015

PART 3: App Development & Assorted Apps

III. Apps

If you are interested in installing an app, above all else, UPGRADE TO THE LATEST VERSION OF THE OS. Apps are most often designed for the latest OS. If you are unsure of something, it's best to ask rather than install and hope for the best. Please, read Section II above, specifically the "Before You Start" section.

If you are interested in developing your own app:

Check out the Custom Applications SDK - User @flyandi is back with an awesome tool to help you fully develop, test, and install your own custom apps. This link goes directly to a specific thread for the topic, so all further updates will be posted there.
- Teaser | Sneak Peek | Video Testing the SDK | Video Showing the Multi Controller | Alpha Release announcement & video | Tetris Teaser | Alpha Signup | Alpha Version Released! | Market app teaser
- Per Andy, "The SDK really is a micro-framework that exposes not only the Vehicle Data (over 500 datapoints with subscription and getters), but also allows you to transform values (KM/H -> MPH), load additional resources (JS/CSS/Images/etc), deal with the JCI system (Statusbar, Alerts) but also lets you implement context aware elements that automatically receive Multicontroller inputs and so much more. Oh, by default it also loads the jQuery library."
It's been suggested that you move all custom apps to /data_persist/dev folder. Details here.
You can run the OS virtually on your computer. Instructions are available for doing it while connected to the car or while not connected to the car
- You may need to downgrade your version of Opera [Link 1] [Link 2].
- User @FricoRico has apparently developed a guide for this.
- Emulate in Chrome - Update on increased functionality | Run in Windows
You may also wish to check section "VI. Information & Resources" below for more details on the Mazda system.

Apps are labeled in the following ways:

In Development: The developer of the app is still working on it.
Complete:: The developer of the app has finished it and is no longer working on it.
USB: This app can be easily installed by loading onto a USB stick with an automated install script loaded onto it.
NO USB: This app requires you to SSH into the system to insert the code yourself. (More risky as it requires you to be both knowledgeable and comfortable with the code.)

Below are the apps that User s have developed for the Infotainment system. I will try to keep this list as up to date as possible. Sample pictures and videos are often in the links, even if they are not mentioned here. Apps are generally developed for the most recent version. Most of the apps below are for v55, and may work for v51. PLEASE DO NOT TRY TO INSTALL ON OLDER VERSIONS. The risk of a boot loop is very high.

All-in-One ("AIO") Tweaks & Apps Installer (Complete//USB) - User @Siutsch has created a program to assemble a custom tweak & app bundle to your liking. It is composed of the Master Tweaks Bundle plus a variety of tweaks & apps listed on this page. Link includes a list of all included tweaks & apps, changelog, screenshots, and most importantly, download link. Included with this is an uninstaller. This now has it's own thread, so that will include changelogs, details, and downloads!
- Announcement | v1.33 | v1.34 | Speedcam Info for Older Versions | v1.34 Bugfixed | v1.35 | v1.36 | v1.41 - New Designated Thread for AIO!
- Proof of concept GUI for previewing & creating USB installer - Update, unfortunate end
- v1.36 Uninstaller currently may be broken, but issue fixed in future version 1.37. Manually fix it here
- v1.43 Media Order/Flac Support Tweak may cause issues with USB connectivity - [1] | [2]
- For all future notes/changelogs please refer to the designated thread linked above.
Android Auto (In Development//USB) - User @spadival has brought AA to Mazda. Track its development in the thread linked. All updates will be posted there.
Wifi Recovery Mode (In Development) - No Install Yet. User @oz_paulb is working on a preventative measure to help protect systems (it's not built to fix a system that's already messed up). It allows you to prevent the normal boot process and access the system via SSH to make fixes. Stay tuned for updates!
Enhanced Compass (In Development//USB): User @flyandi has been coding his own free navigation replacement app. For those of us who do not have have the navigation package and just have the compass, this is a great option.
- Some notes: It has been reported that the compass gets broken (always points north) after running the touch screen tweak. This may affect this enhanced compass app.
- Github | USB Install Script
Android CastScreen (In Development//USB) - Cast your Android screen to your Infotainment display with minimal lag via USB cable.
Full Screen Clock (In Development) - Pretty self explanatory. Currently in development by user @blouin. Created with the Custom Applications SDK.
iOS Background Changer & Themer App (In Development) - Allows you to change your background and/or apply an iOS theme from your phone. Note: This app costs money, despite the fact that the dev is just using code developed and shared for free by others. I've included this in the list for the sake of some iOS User s, but it's your moral prerogative as to whether or not you want to give this guy money. Info on Themer
New Speedometer/Live data display app (In Development) - Coming soon?
Background Chooser (In Development) - Use a menu on the Infotainment screen to quickly change backgrounds

This post is split into 5 parts.
Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4 | Part 5

mazdaspeedmyk · Oct 13, 2015

Thanks for keeping this updated @qbord.

Do not post in this thread. All posts will be deleted, in order to keep this organized.

The discussion is in the Infotainment Project thread.

PM @qbord for index suggestions.

qbord · Mar 21, 2016

PART 4: Speedometer, Video Player, and Abandoned Apps

III. Apps (Continued)

Digital Speedometer - User @serezhka was the first to design a digital speedometer for the infotainment screen. This app saw various different iterations, which I will link & describe below.
In the original code used in most of the apps below, there is a problem that occurs when displaying speeds in MPH. This is the fix: MPH fix (code) | MPH Fix (download)
- Serezhka's Original (Complete//NO USB) - This was the first one. It includes a simple numerical readout, launched via button from the Applications screen. (Video in link).
  - Installation instructions here | Fix delay - remove animation | Troubleshooting problems
- Spadival's Version (Complete//NO USB) - This version includes a visual & numerical display of speed, plus an historical display. It's also available in the top of the Nav screen.
  - Customizing Instructions
- Trookam's Version (Complete//USB) - User @trookam has released his own take on the speedometer app, incorporating the style of the rest of the Infotainment GUI into his design.
  - Some notes: Trookam says Waisky2's uninstall script will work for his mod too [Located Here]. There are two versions - one with Waisky2's video player and one without.
  - Announcement | Video | First Version
- Diginix's Version (Complete//USB) - This version combines the compass and speedometer together with nice visuals based on Trookam's design. It also takes advantage of the date-to-statusbar tweak, adding informational icons & the date just above the clock. Link includes installs for MPH & KPH versions. Also includes a patch necessary for all cars WITHOUT Nav SD card to fix flipped compasses. The compass will work even if you have disabled the touchscreen restriction. Please note: Only versions 4.1+ will be supported. v1-3 are no longer supported. The links below should serve as informational purposes only.
  - Announcement post | How to enable video player | MPH version downloads (includes links for version with & without video player) | Updated Version | v2.1 | Teaser for v4.0 (now v3.6) | Files for Blue Themed Speedometer
    v3.6:
    - Modified to Easily Customize Language Setting (v3.6) | Support for No Nav SD is missing in 3.6 | v3.6 Reported to cause slow CMU boot | You can reinstall 3.5 over 3.6 to fix problems
    v4.1:
    - Now included in Application list! Also some minor fixes, new stats. | Users report that other items previously added to the application list (like CastScreen, Android Auto) are removed by installing this
Speedometer/Video Player Combo - Waisky2 first created an app combo that included a digital speedometer, video player, and restart function for the CMU. It has since been improved on, implementing all of the suggested fixes. Both versions are listed below.
- Waisky2's Original (Complete//USB) - This version includes a visual display of speed, numerical display, and an historical display. It also shows top speed, avg speed, trip time, and idle time. It is the most full-featured version. User @Albuyeh has coded a sample of this app and made it available online, so you can see what it looks like. Update: A newer, improved version of the video player is linked below (3/3/16).
  - Speedometer Info:
    - Some notes: The main link is a combo download of Waisky2's Speedometer app, video player app, and reboot function. There is not currently a standalone speedometer or video player install, but you can modify the files from the combo download to only one. An uninstall script for the whole app is now included in Waisky2's release post.
    - Announcement post, first version | Update building off serezhka's ideas | First release | Explanation of how it works | Hide buttons (still clickable) | Resize Buttons
  - Video Player Info: App that allows you to select & play a video from a list of videos. It also includes 'stop' functionality, but no pause (to resume later) or scrub bar (to skip around in a video) functionality.
    Updated Version with Installation Info (3/3/16 - No USB Install) - Expanded capabilities version
    - Some notes: The main link is a combo download of Waisky2's Speedometer app, video player app, and reboot function. There is not currently a standalone videoplayer install, but you can modify the files from the combo download to only install the player. Having an animated infotainment background will prevent videos from playing.
    - Announcement post | First release | Updated installation instructions | Video files with spaces in them will not play | Troubleshooting Install | Github | Video encode instructions & reminder to not include spaces in file names | How to disable video player (video player may cause issues with Nav audio) | Update on Future Version
- Anderml1955's Updated Version (Complete//USB) - User @anderml1955 has worked on an updated version of Waisky2's combo app, fixing many of the issues reported with the Speedometer app. These fixes include: the metric/English speedometer reading fluctuation, removal of the alternate font due to previous display issues, inclusion of additional info like temperature (now removed in patches due to inaccuracies), and a few other things. His latest version (main link above) includes fixes to the metric fuel consumption display and adds a method of logging and collecting data.
  - Some Notes: You should be able to install this on top of Waisky2's app, but may want to remove it first using his uninstall script. When installing, you may need to change the "isEnglish" variable depending on whether you want to display in KPH or MPH.
  - Announcement | isEnglish Variable Info | Temperature Display Issue (earlier versions) | 2nd version | Update on New Issues | Version 3 | Fix for compass reverting to default direction | Windwalker version with KPH changed to MPH
  - Latest version (3) confirmed working on EU56.00.230 EU Mazda CX-5 2016

Abandoned Apps:

Video Player & Android Screen Mirror w/Android App (Abandoned) - USB Install not necessary. User @skalsiu88 is working on an Android app that connects to the car via SSH over the car's WiFi to select and play videos loaded onto a USB drive plugged into the car. It has play/pause/stop/skip, menu selection, subtitles, and the abilitiy to play various file types. It can also mirror your phone's screen onto the infotainment display. It is not available on iOS.
- Main Page (skalsiu88's website) | Announcement post | Video Featuring Future GUI | Update on v0.2 | Update on v0.2.1
- Update 1 with Video
Windwalker's Version - User @windwalker's modified version of Trookam's speedometer, taken down due to display issues.
Mirror an Android Screen - User @jimbuzbee has made progress getting an Android screen mirrored onto the Infotainment console.
Google Maps on Infotainment - User @RomanB was once working on an implementation of Google Maps but ran into some snags. I figured I'd include this in case anyone could learn from it or pick up where he left off. If there are other abandoned apps/attempts that you know of, let me know and I'll add them. [Post 2 Update]
Proof of concept GUI to play video (Abandoned) - by User @myrmidon
Use talk button on steering wheel for Siri/Google Now (Abandoned) - by User @b0lt Part 2. | Troubleshooting following this post.

This post is split into 5 parts.
Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4 | Part 5

qbord · Apr 2, 2016

PART 5: Troubleshooting, Downloads, Resources, & Wishlist

IV. Troubleshooting

Something isn't working? There are always risks when modifying system files. Hopefully one of the posts linked below can help!

Boot Loops - A "boot loop" or "reboot loop" is when the system will not fully launch. It will constantly be restarting itself. Boot loops often occur when something is really screwed up.
Enable Open Wifi Access Temporarily (Also posted in "Gaining Access" in Section II): "This could be helpful to recover systems which don't already have Wifi enabled through the menu. This tweak will disable the watchdog, enable the Wifi AP, then show a message with the Wifi (and wired, if present) IP addresses. Normally these are 192.168.53.1 for Wifi and 192.168.42.1 for wired."
How to remove the master bundle tweaks - This post includes a script to install on a USB drive which will automatically remove the tweaks, as easy as it was to install them. It's simply a matter of editing the tweaks.sh script and saving it, as mentioned here.
Autorun tweak to recover system where speedometer has been installed and is incompatible - PLEASE READ THE FULL LINKED POST. "This tweak is for recovering when you install the speedometer hack (which modifies sm.conf and opera.ini) onto a system which doesn't support it (older firmware, for example). PLEASE don't think that this is a "fix-all" solution - PLEASE understand what this script does before using it!"

V. Downloads

Direct links to downloads. Please message me or reply in this thread if you have a copy of an older OS version so we can mirror it.

Tweaks - Other download links can be found above in Sections II and III.
- USB Tweaks (v51) - WiFi/NagScreen/TouchScreen
- USB Tweaks (v55) - MasterBundle | Removal Script - There is also a ReadMe attached to these with instruction on how to modify the scripts if you only want to apply specific tweaks.
OS Versions - If you even think you might need these, download them immediately. These links often get taken down.
- Full thread on all OS Version updates, covering downloads, changelogs, and possible issues
- Various EU and NA versions available here.
- cmu140_NA_29.00.000:
  Dead links. Need new source.
- cmu140_EU_30.00.300:
  Dead links. Need new source.
- cmu140_NA_31.00.100:
  failsafe - Dead link. Need new source.
  reinstall
- cmu140_EU_33.00.500:
  Dead links. Need new source.
- cmu140_NA_33.00.500:
  failsafe | key: EAoJwwTtGzwVtf9v5xy8x0r6yyM3pc8yaDdHsN0_btU (source)
  reinstall | key: Q_J2DOqclqCRxh4UOTvavADBYQNJT2529Bz2LelzoK4 (source)
- cmu150_NA_51.00.300:
  Dead links. Need new source.
- cmu150_NA_55.00.650:
  Dead links. Need new source.
- cmu150_NA_55.00.750B: For links to known bugs, see here.
  Torrent Mirror (source)
- cmu150_NA_55.00.753A:
  Google Drive (source)
  One Drive (source)
  Amazon Web Services: failsafe | reinstall
- cmu150_EU_56.00.511A:
  Google Drive: Failsafe | Reinstall (source) / (pass for devs)
- cmu150_NA_55.00.760A:
  Mega (source)

VI. Information & Resources

AirPlay Screen Mirroring - User claims to have started development on this
Android Auto - Rumors & Info | Open Source Android Auto port attempt | Compiling Partial Success (with Errors) | Update on Compiling Attempt | More progress | App partially running! | Update | Early Alpha! | Headunit Source Code | XDA Forum Link | Lag fixed in Alpha | Video
- Great news! Android Auto is unofficially released and you can track its development in its very own thread!: An experimental, yet fairly full-featured Android Auto app is now available for install. Please follow the linked thread for updates. It is unlikely that I will make any more updates on the subject for a while.
Developers: Add apps to Application list - How to add apps to the Applications list so they actually work in car.
Program to replace websocketd
ADB 1.0.32 successfully compiled to allow SSH via USB only - Announcement | GitHub
How to kill watchdog on every boot
GitHub Repository for Running the GUI with Animations in Firefox or Chrome
Other info that could be displayed similar to the speedometer app
Font used in Infotainment by Mazda is called 'Tipperary'
Possible new way to get & display data for Speedometer & similar apps
Use of smdb-read
Enter your car's VIN to check for update availability & recalls
CMU Data Retrieval - Gets system logs
Theme Development - Courtesy user @FricoRico. Announcement & video | GitHub
Service Menu Scripts
Dynamic, runtime change via userjs - Enabling the default user apps - Activating application menu items (usually greyed out) | More Info
Ideas on how to automatically change the infotainment background every x minutes
Info on EU version of pre-installed, disabled apps
Fix USB drive showing music in wrong order - Despite the various updates to the OS, the problem where audio files on a USB audio source are out of order seems to persist. This may be a solution for fixing the order on USB drives, but not iPods. Another Option (per reddit user here)
Potential method to obtain OBD data - A discussion about this continued on & off until at least post 2876. The purpose was to obtain the info for display in a Speedometer app.
Possible method of injecting apps rather than editing the system settings
Another Possibly Safer Method to modifying files by creating an overlay - "The idea is to leave the original root filesystem alone, and to "overlay" a read-write filesystem on top of it. All additions/modifications go to the read-write filesystem, and nothing in the original filesystem gets touched." - @oz_paulb
Info on coding a video player - Other users later coded video player apps, which are linked in the 'III. Apps' section above.
Shortcuts - Benchmark, screenshot, etc. These may not be accurate, as "restart CMU" is often said to be "BACK + MUTE + NAV".
Button codes
Looking at ports for CD/DVD players & USB - Part 2. | Part 3. | More progress later on here.
Cool to look at - Early concept for Infotainment system

VIII. Wishlist

A collection of things people have asked for/about.

Prominent display of DPF regeneration, ability to activate speed-sensing auto-locking function - by @woodbar
Extend character limit of Title/Artist info on XM page. Possibly include an arrow to scroll over truncated characters - by @lencarr
Fix bluetooth disconnect problems on shutdown
Change default audio source on shutdown
Brief display of climate control settings when they are changed (2-3 seconds) - by @scotty
Maintenance app with schedules and more info - by @ElNino77
Keep backup camera on & displayed while driving - @michaelchak UPDATE: Probably not possible | Newer Update: Could actually be possible
Increase album art size
Full screen clock app - @blouin is working on one here
User-selectable backgrounds (menu)
Display distance on rear parking sensor cam
Edit Nav Speed Limit Warning
Change beep volume of backup warning
Connect a raspberry pi
Change boot/shutdown animations - I believe this has been done, but cannot find any posts explaining it. Info on file locations here | Warning: Dangerous
Set a startup sound?
Display the radio station in the top bar when viewing other screens/menus
Change the repeat delay on the steering wheel volume controls - This refers to the length of time it takes for you to hold the skip button before it starts skipping through a song (rather than skipping past it).
Merge audio channels, to allow bluetooth audio and car FM radio at the same time
Cycle between several background images - Possible solution | New Solution here
Cycle through all favorite radio stations, regardless of audio source (AM/FM/XM) - I believe this was added in v55.00.753.

Like I said, anything I missed or you think should be added, PM me! I'm not very active on the forums anymore but I receive email notifications for PMs and will update as necessary. Please refer to the main Infotainment Project thread and similar threads for all future updates. Thank you to everyone who's contributed! Not just to those whose posts I linked. Thank you to everyone who has made suggestions, contributed code, bricked their systems, uploaded files, all for the advancement of the Infotainment Project!

This post is split into 5 parts.
Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4 | Part 5

NocturnalPig · Jun 7, 2016

Anybody can advise, how to fix the speedometer app having compass pointing to the opposite direction ? I'd installed on MZD version 56.00.240
(With navigation sd card )

Thanks

sandy · Jun 14, 2016

For anyone wondering if the Tweaks Master Bundle works on v55.00.760 - the latest NA version - it does!

gleon99 · Jul 19, 2016

Hello

Does this supposed to work on Mazda 2 as well ?
Essentially the hardware and the software of the infotainment system is almost the same...

BigBlock · Jul 28, 2016

Has anyone started to play with V58 on the Infotainment system.
What I would like to see:

Disable Speed Restriction
Change Background
Mute to Pause song
Change order of Audio Profile
Play Music from USB
Remove Blank Album Art
Remove Backup camera warning

Please Message me

SGT · Oct 31, 2016

Does anyone happen to know the latest version of the infotainment currently? Thanks!

darkyputz · Nov 10, 2016

What is the trick to get into the GPS threat which is locked for me...

Thx for any hint

mazda2skyactiv · Nov 15, 2016

Hi,

How can I access the navigation guides?

" NEW - Create a NAV SD Card - North America and Asia maps available. (USB)"

I'm trying to open the link, but it says that I don't have the permission to access it.

"mazda2skyactiv, you do not have permission to access this page. This could be due to one of several reasons:

Your user account may not have sufficient privileges to access this page. Are you trying to edit someone else's post, access administrative features or some other privileged system?
If you are trying to post, the administrator may have disabled your account, or it may be awaiting activation.
"

Thanks a lot!

SBMongoos · Nov 21, 2016

Would like to take advantage of the Infotainment changes but..

I have a new 2016.5 CX-5 running:
OS version is 55.00.753 NA N (came already on the CX-5)
Music database version is 00.07.000 (I updated from 5 to 7)
Fail-Safe version is 55.00.753

There are a lot of notes spread throughout this thread and elsewhere. I'm not clear on the exact steps to take if I want to add AA or some other features. I'm not also clear if it's safe to update to 59.00.144 (latest I believe) and then try modifying. This looks like something to be careful with and I'm not finding one place with clear notes.

Anyone help? Thanks in advance.

championway · Nov 27, 2016

SBMongoos said:
I have a new 2016.5 CX-5 running:
OS version is 55.00.753 NA N (came already on the CX-5)
Music database version is 00.07.000 (I updated from 5 to 7)
Fail-Safe version is 55.00.753

There are a lot of notes spread throughout this thread and elsewhere. I'm not clear on the exact steps to take if I want to add AA or some other features. I'm not also clear if it's safe to update to 59.00.144 (latest I believe) and then try modifying. This looks like something to be careful with and I'm not finding one place with clear notes.

Anyone help? Thanks in advance.

however tweaks working on other version later than 55.00.753, but i cant find any reason to update.. as you did just updated Music database enough you have full function unit. also applying Tweaks on version 55.00.753 are absolute more safe state than later version..

so stay where you are.

livineasy629 · Nov 29, 2016

Toyota Yaris iA (New owner) JCI backup

Hey I'm not sure if its possible to get the .up files from a jci backup this is running 55.00.754 NA which even has all the mazda info inside except it runs the toyota/scion boot ivf. Just trying to see if this is something I can use as a backup in case I want to go back before upgrading to 760 or downgrading to 753.

Any thoughts??

I can't post the link yet but if anyone would like the link they can message me directly and I'll gladly provide it.

Thanks for all the work you guys have done so far.

remusrm · Feb 16, 2017

livineasy629 said:
Hey I'm not sure if its possible to get the .up files from a jci backup this is running 55.00.754 NA which even has all the mazda info inside except it runs the toyota/scion boot ivf. Just trying to see if this is something I can use as a backup in case I want to go back before upgrading to 760 or downgrading to 753.

Any thoughts??

I can't post the link yet but if anyone would like the link they can message me directly and I'll gladly provide it.

Thanks for all the work you guys have done so far.

Could you send me the files? I want to have the back up too.

tenf00t · Nov 29, 2016

Same here, how can I access the "NEW - Create a NAV SD Card" ?

Thanks

godfatha · Dec 22, 2016

Did you ever figure this out? I was trying to access it as well.

flod · Jan 13, 2017

v59 from dealer today

I took my 2016 CX-5 into the Cranston, RI dealer today to have them update the firmware to fix the crashing issue. Got my vehicle back and it's on firmware v59. Does anybody if the existing tweaks will work with this firmware?

bremway · Jan 19, 2017

HELP! the AIO 2.1.5 made MZD bricked

AIO：2.1.5
MZD FW：56.00.513C ADR
when i installed these tweaks ↓

then the MZD FW version detected as "Not Available" and the ** USB ports became non-functional** even i did factory reset

so i can't restore by USB

i had found the reason in the internet ↓
......................................
Non-functional USB ports seems to have been due to a problem with libmc_user.so while installing / uninstalling media order / FLAC support patch.

I don't know why this happens, but it is not very often.
I never had this problem myself and I do uninstalling / installing all tweaks for testing nearly every day. Can't count anymore.

You have to copy the libmc_user.so using SSH and WIFI from following folder and replace the one in your system:
choose\config_org_all\media-order-patching\jci\lib\libmc_user.so.230

If you can do so, please have a look at the one on your system.
Has it same filesize?
The original one has 1.643 KB, the patched one for .230 has 2.029 KB.
........................................
Since you have FW 56.00.230 you have to take the original or patched version for 56.00.230.

Original is here:
choose\config_org_all\media-order-patching\jci\lib\libmc_user.so.230
Patched version is here:
choose\config_all\media-order-patching\jci\lib\libmc_user.so.230

You have to rename to libmc_user.so (delete .230 at the end).

If you actually have the patched libmc_user.so with 2.029KB on your system at /jci/lib folder, the I don't know, why your USB ports are non-functional atm.
.........................................

but i just can't login to the MZD by SSH

is there any solutions else (ex: recovery mode), plz? :crying2:

gxl78896610 · Jan 23, 2017

Use USB TTL login through the serial try
You have ROOT/JCI.

remusrm · Feb 14, 2017

How can I remove Speedometer & Compass Application? It does not work. Might be because of the common tweaks install?

SBMongoos · Feb 26, 2017

What's the best Mazda f/w to have to work with AIO

Is it still a version 55.x or are the tweaks in the current AIO 2.3.7 work as well as Mazda's latest f/w version 59.x? (North America)

SBMongoos · Mar 2, 2017

SBMongoos said:
Is it still a version 55.x or are the tweaks in the current AIO 2.3.7 work as well as Mazda's latest f/w version 59.x? (North America)

No feedback on this?

JDAM · Mar 13, 2017

Anyone know why the NEW - Create a NAV SD Card - North America and Asia maps available. (USB) link doesn't work? Or can anyone PM me a way to download and install the maps?

MAZDA-AXL-SL · Mar 20, 2017

@gxl78896610 your last image will mislead anyone who will attempt this TTL to USB connection (Which you don't need to do..)
Only u need to do is connect the two (RX,TX) wires as shown in second image and ground the other one(Very important )

And connect the USB into your computer and start the Serial connection for your COM port which recognize in your device manager.

303uru · Mar 23, 2017

Awesome goodies in here!

TLandShell · Apr 8, 2017

Wishlist: Phone in all speakers possible?

I know this forum is really for Mazda3 but since the Miata uses the same Infotainment System, we usually come here for help.

Currently when I use Hands Free in my Miata, the sound only comes through headrest speakers. Does anyone know if there is a way to enable the phone audio through all speakers?

Help please.

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