The production of cars in our country has undergone changes compared to the early 2000s. When purchasing a Lada Vesta music car, two types of standard radio are installed: push-button and with a touch screen. The very basic configuration does not include any music headset; you can install any one at the customer’s request. In the new Lada Vesta models, the multimedia system corresponds to modern technologies.
- Preparing car music
- Touch panel of the Vesta multimedia system
- Provided operating modes
- Lada Vesta radio
- Radio menu
- Checklist: main characteristics of the standard radio
- Problems and solutions - first-hand
- Setting up the Lada Vesta radio
- Control from the multifunction steering wheel
- If you want a subwoofer
- Pros and cons of mmc multimedia
Firmware for radio MMC-2190
Before flashing your audio device, you need to check the software version. Thus, it is strictly forbidden to flash an MMC radio with software versions 23.02.27 and 21.1.2.39.
It is also worth noting that the firmware process always entails risk. Therefore, if you do not want to lose the warranty, then it is better not to flash the MMC radio yourself.
How to flash the firmware of the radio yourself? This question worries many motorists. In fact, the firmware process is not difficult at all. For successful firmware installation, you must follow the instructions.
Installing alternative media
Not all car radios with a 2DIN connection fit perfectly into the standard location of the Lada Vesta. For most models, you will have to purchase an additional frame (about 1000 rubles) and an adapter for the antenna (on average 300 rubles).
In the depth of the opening under the MMC there is a plastic partition. Sometimes it interferes with the installation of the radio. The partition is carefully sawed with a file, the edges are smoothed with sandpaper.
Alternative multimedia devices are connected via a standard ISO connector, available in all trim levels of Vesta sedan and Lada Vesta Cross. Specialized equipment and tools are not required, so most drivers do not pay car services, but install the MMS themselves.
The standard radio of the luxury models Lada Vesta sedan and Vesta Cross has good characteristics: a 7-inch touch display, an installed navigator, ports for connecting most types of external media, MMS control from the steering wheel, synchronization with a smartphone and playback of photo and video files. The car radio system can be reflashed or alternative versions on Android or with the driver’s desired set of functions can be purchased.
NAVIGATION mode
The Vesta radio is equipped with the CityGID 7 navigation program.
- Ability to select the most suitable cards from a number of third-party manufacturers.
- Convenient map interface in practical terms.
- During testing of navigation programs on ixbt.com, CityGuide (along with Progorod) received the most mentions marked “our choice.”
- No manual map rotation.
- There is no satellite view screen.
- No maps online.
- There are no alternative route options.
- Shows traffic jams on the route, only for a short distance.
There is a map update that occurs via the SD card. You can learn more about navigation from this video:
You can replace CityGuide with a modified version.
Steering wheel equipment
The steering wheel, being at hand, simply must be equipped with controls for the multimedia system, which is what the Lada Vesta actually has.
We will immediately notice the good location of a large number of switches. Here the engineers thoroughly worked on the mechanics, which is confirmed by reviews from car owners: finding the right menu on the highway is not difficult.
General description of the steering wheel:
- MUTE and MODE buttons;
- receiving calls or initiating calls; when switching to another mode, they are responsible for the music player and scrolling through tracks;
- volume rocker.
I like the LADA Vesta with this equipment. Stop paying tribute to the old generations of multimedia with the absence of buttons on the steering wheel. Regardless of your driving experience, duplicate buttons increase the comfort of driving. By paying a little extra for the transition from the base to other trim levels, you get a completely new domestic class of the European budget level.
Instructions for flashing standard device firmware
- Load the necessary files for firmware onto a free SD card. When removing the CD media, be aware of safe disconnection. If you neglect this, you can damage the SD card;
- In order for the procedure to be successful, you need to remove the installed software;
- Disconnect the wires from the UES input and turn on the HUB;
- Next, you need to restart the device and insert the media;
- If everything is done properly, the firmware process will light up on the display. All links to the firmware can be found in special folders on your PC. After this, you can easily download the firmware.
- When the firmware is finished, the device boots up on its own. At the same time, take out the CD and, without overloading, go to the “Screen Settings” – “Calibration” tab;
- The necessary menu and drivers are installed.
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The firmware process does not take much time. But it should be remembered that any intervention in the radio software can lead to premature breakdowns. Therefore, you only need to carry out the firmware yourself if you have some knowledge. At any time you can use the services of professionals for an affordable amount.
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How to change video format
When trying to watch a high-quality video on a weak smartphone, the user may encounter slowdowns and video freezes. In this case, it makes sense to use a converter that will allow you to recode the file into another, less resource-intensive format.
You can convert videos by downloading and installing the appropriate programs for your computer or phone. Let's give examples for both options.
Computer
For PCs, there are a huge number of all kinds of converters, paid and free, with additional functions for trimming video, applying effects, recording sound from video, and so on. Convertilla program as an example .
Having installed and launched the application, you will see the main window where you can set the necessary settings: select the path to the source file and the folder where the video conversion result will be saved, specify the format, quality and size.
By switching to the “Device” tab, you can select a format that is suitable for a specific type of device and OS: for example, for an Android tablet.
After the conversion is complete, just connect your smartphone to your computer and copy the file to the device’s memory.
Telephone
The Google Play store offers a large selection of converters for smartphones. Let's take for example the Video Converter from the VidSoftLab studio. The main functions of the utility are free, but you will have to pay to access additional options; In addition, there is advertising. To convert video, follow these steps:
Step 1 . Launch the Video Converter and click the "Convert AVI, MP4, FLV..." button.
Step 2 . In the next window, select the file that you want to convert to another format.
Step 3 . In the file information window, click Next.
Step 4 . Select the format in which you want to save the video.
Step 5 . If necessary, configure additional video and audio settings.
Step 6 . Click "OK" to confirm your selection.
Step 7 . The conversion process will start.
Step 8 . Once completed, the file in the new format will appear in the list of videos.
Video mode
To watch movies, you will have to learn how to use a video file converter. A nice feature: if you pause the clip and go to the main menu, then when you switch to the “Video” mode again, playback will begin from the moment it was stopped.
Requirements for video files:
- AVI with support for H.264/ MPEG-4/ MJPEG/ Xvid/ WMV video codecs and WMA/MP3 audio codecs. With resolution up to 720? 536 and frame rate 30 fps.
- MP4 with support for H.263/H.264/MPEG-4 video codecs and AAC/MP3 audio codecs. With a resolution of up to 1920x1080 and a frame rate of 30 fps.
- MOV with support for H.263/H.264/MPEG-4 video codecs and AAC/MP3 audio codecs.
- MKV with support for H.264/MPEG-4/MPEG-2 video codecs and AAC/MP3 audio codecs. With a resolution of up to 1920x1080 and a frame rate of 30 fps.
General information about the Vesta Cross multimedia system
Externally, the standard radio of the Lada Vesta SV Cross looks modern and stylish. The panel has everything you need: a special slot for connecting a memory card, a monitor and touch panel, and a knob with which you can adjust the volume. Using special buttons, you can completely turn off the sound or switch to another mode. The system is equipped with a microphone and is turned on and off using the volume control knob. In the multimedia Lada Vesta SV Cross 2022, you can control the buttons located on the steering wheel.
The driver can adjust the volume, pick up and hang up the phone, mute the sound completely, or switch to different operating modes of the system. The multimedia system monitor has four full-screen modes - photo viewing mode, video mode, main menu and navigator. As soon as the system turns on, you can go to the main menu with one click on the button in the lower left corner. To open an additional menu, simply swipe your finger across the monitor to the left - a number of more multimedia functions will appear. This is the transition to viewing photos, videos, or listening to music from an external device. When the driver activates the radio mode, another display opens in front of him, showing the frequency and name of the radio station. There are also a number of buttons with which you can control the operation of the receiver. There are 8 buttons available on which you can memorize priority stations and their frequency. In the Lada Vesta SV Cross, the radio has the ability to automatically search for radio stations; for this there is a special button on the monitor. You can stop the search at any station you like. It is possible to listen to RDS radio stations, which is a multi-purpose standard that is intended for sending information via VHF radio broadcasting channels. But before proceeding with such a search, you should check whether the RDS system works in your area.
Setting up GPS on a firmware MMS Lada Granta
Setting up GPS is quite simple and is done only after connecting the Globalsat BU-353S4 GPS module. The setup itself requires the following steps:
1. Go to the “Tools” menu;
2. Calling the on-screen keyboard;
3. Connecting the module itself;
4. You must enter the following path: staticstoredll232usb.dll
5. After the driver search request is displayed on the screen, you must continuously press the “OK” key. Press it until the request disappears from the screen.
If all five GPS settings are completed without errors, then you need to go directly to setting up the navigation software. Directly in the navigation program you need to select the COM5 port and the port speed of 4800bps.
After carrying out such manipulations, everything should work
Please note that Navitel from the archive is already configured
As a conclusion, we must pay tribute to the developers of this firmware, namely the guys from the grant club, who, in turn, developed the interface and additional software to improve the comfort and meet the needs of Lada Granta owners.
Pioneer radio does not read video from flash drive
After the car fell into my hands, I began to suspect that something was going wrong. And only on the second day I understood. There is a standard Panasonic cq-cne radio. After talking with the former owner, it turned out that the radio seemed to be working, but there was no sound. And so it turned out. It receives discs, it picks up the radio, it responds to all buttons. To begin with, I pulled out the radio and connected a speaker from the music.
How to make a video recorder read? It is written that it supports MPEG4. but the radio says that this format is not available.
Audio mode
The audio player window is intuitive. All audio files are played on 6 speakers, the sound of the acoustics is at a decent level. You can adjust the sound using the equalizer (there are 6 pre-programmed settings for Jazz, Rock, Voice, etc.).
It is possible to listen to music via Bluetooth from your phone. One drawback worth noting here is that information about the file being played is not displayed on the MMC screen.
Requirements for MP3 files with constant or variable bitrate:
- 32-320 kbit/s at sampling rates of 32000 Hz, 44100 Hz and 48000 Hz for MPEG-1 Layer 3;
- 16-160 kbit/s at sampling rates of 16000 Hz, 22050 Hz and 24000 Hz for MPEG-2 Layer 3;
- 8-160 kbit/s at sampling rates 8000 Hz and 11025 Hz for MPEG-2.5 Layer 3.
Requirements for WMA files with constant bitrate and bit rate:
10-320 kbps, with variable bitrate and bit rate 32-192 kbps, and sampling rates 8/11.025/16/22.050/32/44.1/48 kHz.
Requirements for WAV files:
8/16/24 bit resolution with 44.1 kHz sampling rate.
Requirements for FLAC files:
with a sampling rate of 44.1 kHz.
Powerful audio player
SinglePlayer is a powerful audio player for consoles running WINCE 6.0. Made for an alternative shell for SingleMenu and NewMenu.
Using an audio player will make the sound more interesting (there is an equalizer). The player also has an Internet radio (an access point can be made using a smartphone). You can also listen to radio stations on your smartphone and transmit them to MMS via bluetooth.
All player features:
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How it looks on the MMC Lada Vesta (photo by Sardar-Kerimov):
Download to w3bsit3-dns.com or ready-made assembly with radio stations:
To download files you need to log in to the site.
Basic principles of successful MMS firmware in Lada Vesta
To reflash mms without any problems, follow the algorithm:
— select the software as specified by the manufacturer;
— use the official version of the software;
— download files from an official car dealer;
- act according to instructions, follow the queue in actions;
— wait until the end, do not interrupt the process;
— do not touch the keys during reboot, do not turn off the power;
— if you are not sure that you can perform the procedure yourself, contact the service center.
Remember that the official dealer is not responsible for errors caused by unsuccessfully performing the procedure on your own, and will not correct defects under warranty service.
Tips for selecting and installing a speaker system
For better surround sound, it is recommended to use a two-component system. These speakers use both a high-frequency tweeter and a mid-bass speaker. With their help, you can competently arrange the sound stage. It is recommended to install such speakers in the front. A coaxial speaker system is installed at the rear, which is used to complement the front speakers. Installing tweeters will require additional wiring.
Tweeters are best mounted in the triangle of the rear view mirror. If such a scheme seems too expensive, you can get by with a cheaper coaxial speaker system. In all cases, no additional adjustments are required, with the exception of adjusting the equalizer.
Even a beginner can install sound systems on Lada Vesta cars. It is enough to follow just a few simple rules:
- dismantling work should be carried out as carefully and accurately as possible so as not to damage the plastic casing;
- the manufacturer has already taken care of the audio preparation, so there is no need to connect and install the connectors yourself;
- It is impossible to cut off standard pads if they do not fit the new radio; it is better to purchase a special adapter.
Flashing a multimedia system should only be done as a last resort. It is better to entrust this procedure to specialists or contact the service center of an authorized dealer.
Firmware for radio
It should be taken into account that the FirmWare folder and the files that are in it should be located in the root of the SD card. After the files needed for the firmware have been written, the card should be removed from the computer. You need to remove the card from the computer correctly, through a special safe removal menu. If this is not done, the card may fail.
You need to connect the SD card via USB to the multimedia system. Then you need to enable MMS. After the software starts, reboot the Lada Grant's head unit by pressing the volume key.
There are four steps that the reboot program must complete. After the MMC turns on in normal mode, an alternative menu will appear on the radio screen.
This completes the preparatory process for the firmware. If everything went as it should, a new WinCE desktop will appear. Now all that remains is to configure the new software that you installed on the Lada Grant's head unit. This is done by clicking the Start button, after which you need to go to the StartSettingControl Panel.
Sometimes there is a slight freeze when opening the control panel. You can get rid of this by performing a forced reboot of the multimedia system. Once the panel opens, click on the Stylus/Calibration icon - this will allow you to calibrate the screen sensor. For the most accurate calibration, you should use a stylus. If everything is in order, a timer will appear. You don't have to wait until the countdown ends; you can tap on the screen.
Now you need to do a forced reboot. You must press and hold the volume key for at least 10 seconds. One point to take into account: the flash drive with the software must be connected to the multimedia system.
It should be noted that during the reboot, the ATH-08 GPS USB DNS splitter with the Globalsat BU-353S4 receiver must be active. In order to turn on the standard menu, press the “standard” key. In order to be able to customize the menus needed to configure the radio, audio, and video, you will need to install the configuration module. This is done manually.
- You need to open the soft/radio folder.
- And then run start.exe.
This will allow the system to recognize the files that are installed on it. Installing these extensions will allow you to achieve stable operation of the multimedia system, as well as complete the equalizer settings while you listen to the radio.
How is GPS configured after flashing MMC Lada Granta firmware? In order to set up GPS, you need to take a few simple steps. This is necessary so that the Globalsat BU-353S4 module can fully perform its functions.
- You need to use the “Tools” item.
- Go to the screen keyboard menu.
- The module must be connected.
- Specify the path staticstoredll2usb.dll.
- After this, information about searching for a driver will appear, then you need to click “OK”.
- You need to press it until the menu disappears from the display.
After the work has been done, you can fully enjoy the capabilities of the Lada Granta multimedia system.
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↑ Bluetooth and Handsfree
Thanks to such a convenient function as Bluetooth, the standard tape recorder can operate in telephone mode, which allows the driver to answer calls without being distracted by a mobile phone. If you press the key with the green handset, the phone mode turns on and finds nearby phones with Bluetooth functionality.
Next, a password is displayed on the radio screen, which you must enter on your mobile phone. And in order for this mode to be disabled, just press the button with the red tube.
Removing the standard radio in Grant Lux
The difference between grants of the luxury configuration: the MMS (multimedia system) installed from the factory. This is a 2 din device.
To remove standard acoustic grants:
- take a knife or plastic spatula to dismantle the acoustics and disconnect the decorative trims to the right and left of the radio. It is not necessary to take pictures;
- in the gap between the cover and the panel we find the head unit lock. There are two of them on both sides. Press it out with a screwdriver;
- we take out the GU on ourselves.
Everything is described in detail in the video:
Replacing the standard MMC in Grant
The process - after removing the acoustics, we install a new system.
Difficulties: you may have to finish the fastenings of the new system for VAZ ones. Plus you need the right frame. The factory MMC frame may not fit.
Key Features of Multimedia
Comfort and luxury trim levels are equipped with a multimedia system by default. Drivers get the opportunity to touch “high technology” after the basic version, which offers a radio. Here the domestic manufacturer still remains stable, but it’s time to progress to more advanced bodies, even in stock.
Let's start our multimedia review with a description of its controls:
- 7-inch touch screen;
- MUTE, MODE, RESET buttons: mode selection, sound, reboot, respectively;
- Hands free communication technology;
- USB and AUX standard sizes.
How can you modify the MMC Lada Granta Liftback
To maximize the functionality of the MMS menu, we reflash the data. The process is not at all complicated; we strictly follow the recommendations of the experts.
Preparatory stage:
- Flash card with a capacity of at least 4GB;
- Laptop (tablet);
- USB cable in case the system freezes.
Sequence of actions for independent firmware MMSlada Granta Liftback:
- We insert the SD card into the laptop, format it into the “FAT” file system;
- We write the modification of the firmware file to the root of the card. It is not recommended to copy the firmware to other directories, since the data is not counted when loading by the operating system;
Insert the SD card into the MMC. Note to the driver!!! The stock firmware is indicated by the index 2.2.2.11. A complete list of official firmware is posted on the official Lada website. Custom firmware is not always installed correctly, and sometimes the system freezes. All actions related to custom firmware are under the personal responsibility of the owner.
- After copying the firmware to the SD card, check for the presence of the following files: chain.bin, chain.lst, NK.bin, TINYNK.bin;
- We insert the SD card into the connector on the standard radio and check that there are no third-party gadgets connected to the USB connector. Restart the radio;
- During the first 20 seconds we observe the process of copying files, after which the screensaver starts - the Lada logo;
- The main menu appears, which will display the following sections:
- Navigation;
- Media;
- Office: reader, PDF reader, notepad, calculator, on-screen keyboard;
- Internet;
- Tools;
- Rear View Camera;
- Exit.
We select the required catalog and use MMS. The firmware for the Lada Granta Liftback radio is finished.
MMC navigation on Lada Granta
It is important to know!!! To use additional options in the standard radio after flashing it, be sure to install:
- GPS antenna - GLOBALLSAT BU - 353S4;
- 3G module Huawei E170, 171, 1550;
- rear view camera (socket with mini ISO connector).
How and in what format to record clips for the radio
The modern market for car devices offers a large selection of car radios with a range of completely different functionality. They come in different sizes and support removable media.
In what format should I record?
In a specialized store you can find video recorders with screens for watching clips and films. The more capabilities a receiver has, the higher its cost. The most common radios among car owners are Pioneer, Sony, Prology, Supra and others.
The radios can read optical discs (CD/DVD) or removable media (flash cards). Depending on whether the radio is equipped with input ports: a disk drive or a card reader. There are options that support any of the above media.
More advanced models offer connection to a phone via Bluetooth or aux port.
Almost all radios are equipped with a USB connector. Through it you can connect a flash card or MP3 player. It's comfortable. At any time you can record or erase the files you need, and you will never get tired of the music.
The choice of radio depends directly on your needs and capabilities. For music lovers, the presence of all ports is convenient. At any time you can download music to a flash drive from your computer or buy a new disc of your favorite artist in a music store.
Music is usually recorded in MP3 format. This format can be reproduced by all music recorders.
If you are using a USB device, you may encounter a number of playback problems. The main problem is that the “flash drive” is not readable. This is unlikely to mean that your device is broken.
Causes of playback errors:
Modern car radios can play almost any media file format. Excludes devices without a disk slot. Each format has its pros and cons.
The most popular formats for video files are DVD, SVCD and VCD. Top models have MPEG4 playback capabilities. Another popular format is MP5.
HD quality support is no longer installed on standard radios. The reason for this is the small screen sizes. Typically, screens have the largest size - 800x400 pixels. For example, to watch a video in 720p format, and for this the screen size must be at least 1280 x 720 pixels.
The AVI format combines audio and video data using high compression. Thus, avi files allow you to play high-quality video with good sound. The AVI format is simple and convenient for recording clips for a car radio.
To take advantage of the benefits of your video screen stereo, you will need to be sure to download the clips to your stereo.
The format of clips for the radio directly depends on the screen resolution and the ability of the radio to support this format.
The most popular formats for audio devices: CD and MP3. Some radios support AAC (.m4a) and VMA formats. Sometimes it is possible to support and read WAV files. Even if your radio tape recorder supports the MP3 format and is equipped with a DVD drive, this does not mean that it will read DVDs with recorded MP3 files. If you want good sound quality, choose the right file format and media. The best quality music can be obtained when playing from CD-audio.
MP3 is the most popular format for music data. But using this compression format, playback quality may decrease. Although the file size will be significantly smaller. If you use the CDA format, loss of sound quality can be avoided. But these will be large files that can be stored on CDs.
However, only a true music connoisseur can notice the difference between the sound of a CDA and an MP3 file if he has high-quality headphones.
How to download high-quality clips and music for your car radio?
If you are the happy owner of a high-quality and multifunctional radio with a large screen, then you will definitely want to download clips for the radio to your car.
You can record a free clip from youtube.ru on a Pioneer, Sony, Kenwood, JVS, Alpine, Mistery, Prology, Supra, Intro, etc. radio.
Instructions for downloading clips for the Pioneer radio from youtube.ru:
Additionally, there are many services and torrents that offer ready-made albums that contain good clips for the car radio in suitable quality.
Malfunctions of MMC Vesta and methods for their elimination
MMC Lada Vesta is the first of its kind on AvtoVAZ cars. It is still far from ideal - sometimes various malfunctions can occur. For example, the radio cannot boot, hanging on the “LADA” logo. To resolve this issue you need to do the following:
- remove removable media from the USB port;
- disconnect the battery terminals and turn off the power to the on-board network for a few minutes;
- format the USB or SD card in FAT 32 format and create an empty text file explorer.txt in the root directory;
- connect the battery terminals and reboot the system (the desktop should appear).
If this method does not help, then you will need to change the software - flash the radio. The next problem is related to navigation - the device cannot find satellites. To fix the problem, you will need to restart the MMC. Then you need to disconnect the battery terminals for a few minutes, reset the settings to factory settings or reflash the device. This method is applicable if the display turns white, the sound disappears, the backlight does not work, or the radio freezes when trying to connect a smartphone.
If you do repairs or firmware yourself, you can forget about the warranty. In most cases, systematic malfunctions can be eliminated by installing fresh software from the manufacturer.
Reviews
№ | Positive |
1. | Sergey Ivanovich , 44 years old (otzovik.com): I use the standard radio, the quality is good, the functionality is sufficient. |
2. | Fedor Stepanovich , 40 years old (www.zr.ru): my comrades are all agitating me to install a 2-DIMM stereo system. I haven’t decided yet, because the price is steep, but the offer is good. |
3. | Vitaly , 22 years old (autobann.su): the quality of the standard MMC is not great, but it will last for several years, and then I’ll buy an imported one. |
4. | Daniil , 33 years old (lada-vesta.net): The factory stereo system is not bad, functional, no complaints. |
5. | Vitaly Semenovich , 43 years old (otzovik.com): for me, sound quality is not important, so MMS suits me, no comments. |
6. | Stepanovich , 44 years old (www.zr.ru): Three years have passed since the purchase of the car, all components are working properly, the condition is as if from the factory. |
7. | Vasilyevich , 20 years old (autobann.su): my positive review of domestic transport and assembly. A worthy car, a rival to many European brands. |
8. | Tolik , 43 years old (lada-vesta.net): I’m not a music lover, for me the quality and purity of sound are not particularly important. The phone is always on in the car. |
9. | Stepan Nikolaevich , 39 years old (otzovik.com): it has been working properly for two years, no special comments. |
10. | Konstantin , 43 years old (www.zr.ru): I’m happy with the purchase of the car, the interior is quiet, the acoustics are good. |
11. | Anton , 35 years old (autobann.su): after three years of operation, I can’t say anything bad about the MMC. |
Negative | |
12. | Dmitry Viktorovich , 44 years old (www.zr.ru): constant problems with the firmware, glitches periodically. |
13. | Sasha , 37 years old (otzovik.com): in six months I’ve already been to a service station twice, with an electrician, changing relays and switches. |
Nikolai Vasilyevich , 46 years old (autobann.su): replace the standard radio with an imported one, the sooner the better. |
Direct firmware mms 2190 grant
The firmware process is quite simple! All you need is an SD card
Note! The SD card must be formatted in FAT16. A common problem after flashing the firmware is the Lada logo freezing on the monitor of the standard multimedia system
This problem may occur as a result of:
• Failure to comply with the parameters of the required formatting system; • Old SD card model, different from SDHC.
If a problem of this kind arises, then it is necessary to check compliance with the above two points of the procedure for flashing multimedia firmware on the Lada Granta.
After the flash drive is formatted and the new software has been decided, for example, NewMenu V7.391Nitro, you need to download the new firmware NewMenu V7.391Nitro and unpack it directly onto the SD card itself.
As for the FirmWare folder, the files located in it must be moved to the root of the SD card. The root of the SD card implies placement of files in addition to other moved folders.
The copying process is complete, which means it’s time to remove the flash drive from the computer. It is worth noting the need for mandatory safe removal, which has long been known to all PC users.
An SD card with files placed on it must be inserted into the mms. After the removable media is inserted into the mms, it must be turned on. After waiting for the device to fully boot, long pressing the volume key will reboot it.
The reboot takes place in four stages, which is shown in the example of four boot lines, upon completion of which, MMS will start in normal mode (standard display menu). Just a few seconds after the standard menu, the radio will go to the altmenu.
Note! If any device is connected to the USB radio, the altmenu will not start. After removing the device, the radio must be rebooted again
The advantage of using the ATH-08 DNS USB splitter, which was mentioned at the beginning of the article, is multi-polarity. A GPS receiver and other USB devices connected to the hub will not interfere with the launch of the altmenu, but will become inactive.
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The standard multimedia system of the Lada Vesta runs on an outdated Windows CE operating system, which does not allow the use of a number of programs that could make operating the car more comfortable. For example, the beloved Yandex.Maps application on the WinCE platform is no longer supported. However, there is certain software that can be run on an outdated platform, and let’s talk about it.
Nuances of multimedia firmware Grants (2190)
It is quite easy to carry out the firmware itself when installing the mms 2190 firmware. To do this, it will be necessary to use an SD card.
Among the common flaws that occur after the dashboard firmware is installed, even if it is the latest version, is the Lada logo freezing on the display of the head unit.
This moment can be provoked by the following factors:
- failure to comply with required formatting principles;
- the presence of an outdated version of the SD card that differs from “SDHC”.
After successfully formatting the card and selecting software (for example, “New Menu V7.391 Nitro”), you will need to acquire the latest firmware and unpack the product onto a previously prepared SD media.
Regarding the “Firm Ware” folder, note: the files located in it will need to be redirected to the root directory of the card itself. Upon completion of the copying process, disconnect the flash card from the PC, not forgetting about the safe removal technique.
Now we confidently insert the SD card with the prepared files present on it directly into the MMC. Then turn on the head unit. We wait for the full download to complete and by long pressing the volume button, we reboot.
The act of rebooting is characterized by four stages, the display of which is implemented in 4 lines of process status. After filling out these lines, the device starts in the usual mode, as evidenced by the appearance of the corresponding original menu. After a few seconds, the device transitions to the altmenu.
The USB splitter “DNS ATH-08” has acquired a significant advantage – multi-polarity. The GPS receiver and other USB modules connected to the “head” are combined with the altmenu, but become inactive.
After the MMS 2190 firmware is completed on a Lada Granta car, its display displays a new type of desktop, namely “Wince”. The 4 files previously mentioned and copied into the depths of the root directory of the map are “responsible” for the presence of the interface on the desktop.
The subsequent manipulation is associated with the need to configure new software in the standard multimedia device of the Lada Granta car. For these purposes, click the “Start” button, after which we follow the following route: “StartSettingControl Panel”. Sometimes owners complain about the slowness of the “Control Panel” opening process, but this phenomenon disappears after rebooting the MMC in forced mode.
When the control panel is open, in its interface click on the “Stylus/Calibration” symbol. With this action, the user of the new software gets the opportunity to calibrate the touch screen for response accuracy.
Upon completion of the simple calibration procedure, a timer appears; you should not wait for the completion of the counting process. Feel free to click on the screen.
Now the long-awaited time has come for the forced reboot process. Long and holding pressure on the volume key (10 seconds or more) allows you to implement this process in MMC. At this moment, the removable media, which contains the new software, continues to reside in the connector of the head unit of the Lada Granta car.
Having completed the reboot action, the device will first display the standard menu, and then, similar to the preparation procedure, the altmenu. If you need to return to the “native” menu, you should hold down the “Native” key.
The process of rebooting the device, after the dashboard firmware has been flashed, requires its connection via a USB splitter of the specified model with the Globalsat BU-353S4 GPS wave receiver. If there is none, then upon completion of the process itself the “head” will display the normal menu mode on the display.
Such common settings as sound, as well as audio or video, are present in any multimedia device in the domestic Lada Granta car.
“NewMenu V7.391Nitro” needs a manual way to install the indicated options, which will require:
- log in to the “soft/radio” folder;
- resort to activating the “start.exe” file.
The procedure will agree to associate present files with the extensions “exe” and “ahk”. This manipulation is quite important and allows you to achieve stable functionality of the MMC, which is used to flash the dashboard firmware.
Replacing the standard audio system
All versions of Vesta, with the exception of the basic one, have MMS installed. The minimum configuration of the car is equipped only with an audio system. The main functions of the MMC are playback of audio files from removable media, radio signal reception, navigation, parking assistance with video playback from the rear view camera. The MMC on the Lada Vesta is located in the central upper part of the console and complements the updated modern design. The system is equipped with a good filling with the following characteristics:
- processor CSR S3681 B036BK K609B CPU SiRFatlas VI 800mhz Cortex A9;
- RAM Micron D9PSK 2X 256MB DDR3-1600 Clock Rate 800 MHz MT41K128M16JT-125 IT:K;
- internal memory 2 GB Micron NQ283 NAND FLASH 2gb MT29F2G08ABAEAH4-IT;
- internal memory 8 GB SDMMC 8GB SAMSUNG KLM8G1WEMB-B031;
- bluetooth CSR 8311 Bluetooth v4.1 BlueCore® CSR8311 QFN Automotive;
- WI FI CSR 6030 Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11b/g and n;
- digital video decoder AKM8859 DIGITAL VIDEO DECODER PAL/SECAM/NTNC AK8859VN;
- audio AK7757VQ Audio DSP with 24bit 3ch ADC 4ch DAC MIC Amp;
- power controller MPS MP4570 Automotive Power Systems;
- TPS65150 Low Input Voltage, Compact LCD Bias IC With VCOM Buffer;
- TJA1042 high-speed CAN transceiver;
- CAN and K-Line controller Freescale S9S12G96F0CLF;
- controller Fujitsu 32-bit ARMTM CortexTM-M3 based Microcontroller.
The following elements are used to manage and play files:
- seven-inch touch screen;
- “Mode” key – select modes;
- “MUTE” – mutes all sounds;
- Volume control – pressing once turns the device on or off;
- microphone for the ability to talk on the phone without hands - Handsfree;
- “Reset” – button to reboot the device;
- slot for reading a removable SD card;
- connector for reading information from removable USB media and connecting various gadgets;
- AUX connector for connecting headphones or external audio devices.
The Lada Vesta has two audio systems: a simpler one with a 4.3-inch monochrome display and a seven-inch one with a touch screen. Any of them can be replaced with an alternative option, the most popular of which is a 2DIN radio with a color touch screen. Today, the choice is huge and depends on the financial capabilities of buyers. The list is sorted by price - from low to high:
- 7010B and 7023B. Radio tape recorder made in China. The cheapest option will cost about 3 thousand rubles. Equipped with a 7-inch screen with a resolution of up to 800x480 and 1 GB memory. Runs under Windows CE OS.
- 7021G. Operated by Windows CE 6 OS. Seven-inch screen with a resolution of 800x480, F1C500TM processor. Estimated price – 4-5 thousand rubles.
- RK-A701. Chinese radio, 7-inch screen with a resolution of 1028x600, 4-core RK3188 processor, 1 GB of memory, OS – Android 5. Price – up to 8 thousand rubles.
- AD-UNI707. Manufacturer – China, OS – Android 6, seven-inch touch screen resolution – 1024×600, 2 GB of memory, processor – AllWinner Quad Core T3. Cost – up to 13 thousand rubles.
- Prology DNU-2630. The 6.2-inch screen with a resolution of 800x480 has high operating speed and excellent sound. The average price is no more than 13 thousand rubles.
- MEKEDE MKD. Radio tape recorder on the Android operating system, eight-inch touch screen with a resolution of 1024x600, memory capacity - 2 GB, cost - 16 thousand rubles.
- NaviPilot DROID4. 8-inch touch screen, resolution – 1024x600, memory – 2 GB, cost – 28 thousand rubles.
- DVM 2117IQ. Equipped with a solid ARM11 600MHz processor, 8-inch touch screen and Windows operating system. At a price of more than 30 thousand rubles - only 256 MB of memory, screen resolution - 800x400.
To install any radio on the Lada Vesta, you will need an adapter frame for a 2DIN radio. You can buy it at any auto store.
How to install an application on MMS
Procedure:
- Copy the installation file (with the extension cab) to the SD card.
- Insert the SD card into the MMC.
- Exit to desktop.
- Go to “My Computer” -{amp}gt; SD card.
- Start installing the application by double clicking on the cab file.
It is more convenient to install and launch applications through AppLauncher:
- Launch Total Commander
- Open the SD card and start installing the application by double clicking on the cab file.
Let us remind you that we previously talked about other applications that expand the functionality of Vesta’s multimedia system:
- AppLauncher - allows you to launch applications without going to the desktop.
- A patch that allows you to watch videos while driving.
- Altmenu - allows you to comfortably use several navigation programs at once.
- Improved CityGuide - will make the program interface more convenient, and will add data about cameras, ambushes, etc. to the maps.
- Navitel
- Yandex maps
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The door card is attached to self-tapping screws and 4 “hedgehogs”. To install the speaker system correctly, you will need to remove the door trim.
When doing this, you need to be careful not to accidentally damage the plastic. It is not permissible to use screwdrivers or other metal products of suitable shape.
For these purposes, a regular plastic bank card is used. To remove the plugs on the doors, you need to pry them off by one edge. The power window buttons are removed in the same way.
This is how the casing on the left side is dismantled. Removing the door cards on the right is slightly different. There is no need to remove the window lifter buttons - you just need to remove the opening handle cover. Underneath there are two mounting screws. The plugs are removed with a plastic card. Next, the process of removing the door card repeats the manipulations with the left door.
The size of the seat in Vesta's doors is designed for 12-inch speakers. Since the mounting is carried out using three self-tapping screws, installing 16-inch speakers requires that you need to install special spacers for the Lada Vesta speakers. Their size depends on the size of the speaker system. No special adjustments are needed. The main thing is to avoid possible contact with the metal of the doors - there should be a gap of at least 10 mm between it and the speaker magnet. Installation of speakers in the rear doors is carried out according to the same scheme.
How and in what format to record clips for the radio
The modern market for car devices offers a large selection of car radios with a range of completely different functionality.
They come in different sizes and support removable media. In what format should I record?
In a specialized store you can find video recorders with screens for watching clips and films. The more capabilities a receiver has, the higher its cost. The most common radios among car owners are Pioneer, Sony, Prology, Supra and others.
The radios can read optical discs (CD/DVD) or removable media (flash cards). Depending on whether the radio is equipped with input ports: a disk drive or a card reader. There are options that support any of the above media.
More advanced models offer connection to a phone via Bluetooth or aux port.
Almost all radios are equipped with a USB connector. Through it you can connect a flash card or MP3 player. It's comfortable. At any time you can record or erase the files you need, and you will never get tired of the music.
The choice of radio depends directly on your needs and capabilities. For music lovers, the presence of all ports is convenient. At any time you can download music to a flash drive from your computer or buy a new disc of your favorite artist in a music store.
Music is usually recorded in MP3 format. This format can be reproduced by all music recorders.
If you are using a USB device, you may encounter a number of playback problems. The main problem is that the “flash drive” is not readable. This is unlikely to mean that your device is broken.
Causes of playback errors:
Modern car radios can play almost any media file format. Excludes devices without a disk slot. Each format has its pros and cons.
The most popular formats for video files are DVD, SVCD and VCD. Top models have MPEG4 playback capabilities. Another popular format is MP5.
HD quality support is no longer installed on standard radios. The reason for this is the small screen sizes. Typically, screens have the largest size - 800x400 pixels. For example, to watch a video in 720p format, and for this the screen size must be at least 1280 x 720 pixels.
The AVI format combines audio and video data using high compression. Thus, avi files allow you to play high-quality video with good sound. The AVI format is simple and convenient for recording clips for a car radio.
To take advantage of the benefits of your video screen stereo, you will need to be sure to download the clips to your stereo.
The format of clips for the radio directly depends on the screen resolution and the ability of the radio to support this format.
The most popular formats for audio devices: CD and MP3. Some radios support AAC (.m4a) and VMA formats. Sometimes it is possible to support and read WAV files. Even if your radio tape recorder supports the MP3 format and is equipped with a DVD drive, this does not mean that it will read DVDs with recorded MP3 files. If you want good sound quality, choose the right file format and media. The best quality music can be obtained when playing from CD-audio.
MP3 is the most popular format for music data. But using this compression format, playback quality may decrease. Although the file size will be significantly smaller. If you use the CDA format, loss of sound quality can be avoided. But these will be large files that can be stored on CDs.
However, only a true music connoisseur can notice the difference between the sound of a CDA and an MP3 file if he has high-quality headphones.
How to download high-quality clips and music for your car radio?
If you are the happy owner of a high-quality and multifunctional radio with a large screen, then you will definitely want to download clips for the radio to your car.
You can record a free clip from youtube.ru on a Pioneer, Sony, Kenwood, JVS, Alpine, Mistery, Prology, Supra, Intro, etc. radio.
Instructions for downloading clips for the Pioneer radio from youtube.ru:
Additionally, there are many services and torrents that offer ready-made albums that contain good clips for the car radio in suitable quality.
The standard radios of European cars, especially German ones, categorically do not recognize the existence of the MP3 format, considering it pirated. So we have to change them to Japanese devices.
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What features does the MMC Grant firmware provide?
Firmware that you can do yourself will help to significantly expand the standard options of the multimedia system. Pre-installed options will only allow you to enjoy the standard set of options. The owner will not be able to configure the navigator or rear view camera. Lada Granta radios are great for flashing.
In order to flash MMS, you will need:
- GPS receiver, preferably Globalsat BU-353S4 model.
- 3G modem Huawei E1750.
According to the manufacturers' promises, these devices provide the ability to use navigation and connect to the Internet. Domestic automakers are not of the opinion that the owner of a Lada Granta may need a navigator and the Internet. In order for the devices to work, you will also need a DNS ATH-08 USB splitter (hub).
Owners' opinions on the Lada Vesta Cross multimedia system
Reviews of the multimedia's performance vary. Some car owners are completely satisfied with the system, note an increase in quality and ease of operation, others express the opposite point of view. Here are the main opinions of car owners:
Positive reviews | Negative reviews |
Vadim: “I am very pleased with the quality of the new multimedia system. In my opinion, this is the first Russian radio that can compete with foreign versions. Very good sound that lasts even at high volumes. The sound is clean, crisp and uniform." | Kirill: “In my opinion, the Lada Vesta SV Cross luxury multimedia could have been installed better. Everything is very hard to see on the monitor as soon as the sun comes out. It seems that the system is designed only for use in the dark. When you’re driving using a navigator, it’s simply impossible to look closely at where to go next, or even stop.” |
Nikolay: “I was especially pleased with the Bluetooth function - I listen to music directly from my phone, I don’t need to download anything to a flash drive or card. The phone connects perfectly, without any glitches or long wait times. The system will immediately recognize the device.” | Alena: “I installed the navigator - it turned out to be inconvenient. Firstly, it practically does not recognize traffic jams. Secondly, I can’t choose a route, because the system itself decides how to go correctly. Poor visibility on the monitor." |
Roman: “I would like to note the excellent navigation. For work, I often have to travel to unfamiliar areas and other regions. Now with the new multimedia system it has become much easier - it quickly navigates, very conveniently shows the direction on the monitor, and marks traffic jams.” | Dmitry: “Switching and pressing buttons is made very difficult by the fact that you either need to look for a special handle or take a long time to aim at the desired button. Just by pressing your finger while driving, you can find yourself in a completely different section. In most cases, the finger is not perceived at all.” |
Nikita: “Finally, a rear-view camera has appeared - it is simply necessary, in my opinion. It works great - everything is displayed on the monitor, there are no problems with visibility. The image quality is at a high level.” | Yuri: “At night the monitor blinds your eyes - the brightness is too high. Several times already I had to turn off the multimedia and navigate the road using the mirrors, because it’s really dangerous to drive with such a bright screen - it won’t take long to get into an accident.” |
Olga: “Very stylish design - the radio looks beautiful, modern, bright - no worse than in an expensive foreign car. It works quickly, it’s clear – it’s not at all difficult to figure out.” | Mikhail: “Very inconvenient map update system. If it were available through an internet connection, everything would be much easier. And there’s not always enough time to connect external media and update.” |
Gregory: “There are a lot of different settings, which allows you to customize the system for yourself. Remember all stations, create your own playlist, set sound settings. I am very pleased with the performance of the multimedia.” | Igor: “The monitor has very small buttons, which makes it impossible to control the system, especially while driving.” |
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