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- Wireless CarPlay / Android Auto
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BMW 3 and 4 Series F30 NBT 14.9 Inch Android Head Unit with Wireless CarPlay and 4G
SKU: QLB42THNBR
£549.00
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Key specifications
- Processor
- 12nm Octa-core chip
- CPU cores
- (2xCortex-A75 2.0GHz + 6xCortex-A55)
- RAM
- 4GB DDR4 RAM
- Storage
- 64GB Solid State ROM
- Operating system
- Android 13
- Screen size
- 14.9″
Functions
- Wireless Apple CarPlay: read more below
- Android Auto: read more below
- DSP sound processor: read more below
- 4G LTE: read more below
- Wi-Fi: read more below
- QLED screen: read more below
- IPS screen: read more below
- Reversing camera input: read more below
- Screen mirroring: read more below
- RCA pre-outputs: read more below
- GPS navigation: read more below
- USB: read more below
- External microphone: read more below
What you need to fit this
1 · In the box
- 1 x 4G Antenna
- 1 x 4G SIM Card Slot
- 1 x Audio Cable
- 1 x Fix Mount
- 1 x GPS Antenna
- 1 x Installation Instructions
- 1 x ISO Wiring Harness
- 1 x Mini Microphone
- 1 x USB Cable
- 1 x User Manual
- Face Panel (All)
- Screws
XTRONS QLB42THNBR is a 14.9 inch Android 13 screen for right-hand drive BMW 3 Series F30/F31/F34/F35, 4 Series F32/F33/F36, M3 F80/F81 and M4 F82/F83 with the NBT system. It replaces the factory display, keeps the original system and CD player, and adds wireless CarPlay, wireless Android Auto and built-in 4G.
- Wireless CarPlay and wireless Android Auto
- 14.9 inch fully laminated QLED IPS screen with a 2.5D edge
- Built-in 4G with a SIM card slot
- 12nm octa-core chip with 4GB DDR4 RAM and 64GB storage
- Supports a 360 camera system
- RCA audio output for an external amplifier
Wireless Apple CarPlay
CarPlay connects to your iPhone without a cable. Maps, music, calls and messages fill the wide screen, and Siri handles voice requests.
Your iPhone connects on its own when you start the car, so there's no cable to plug in. It needs an iPhone with wireless CarPlay support; check yours in Settings > General > CarPlay. A cable still works when you'd rather charge on the way.
Wireless Android Auto
Android phones connect wirelessly to Android Auto, with Google Maps, music apps and Google Assistant on the head unit.
Maps, calls, messages and music from your Android phone appear on the car screen, with Google Assistant for voice control. It needs a phone with Google services, which most Android phones have. To connect without a cable, the phone must support wireless Android Auto too.
14.9 inch QLED screen
The 14.9 inch QLED screen gives strong colours and a wide picture. It's slim and fully laminated, with a custom bezel and a 2.5D edge, so it looks like a display from a newer BMW.
IPS panel
The panel uses IPS technology, so the picture stays clear and colours stay accurate from the passenger seat too.
Built-in 4G
Insert a SIM card into the supplied 4G SIM card slot and the head unit has its own data for navigation, video and apps. The 4G antenna is in the box.
A SIM card in the head unit gives it its own internet connection for maps, traffic and streaming, so it doesn't need your phone's hotspot. You supply the SIM and the data plan; a data-only SIM is usually the cheapest way to do it.
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi lets the head unit join a phone hotspot or home network for downloads and updates.
Built-in DSP
The built-in DSP lets you adjust the sound settings. Audio plays through the car's AUX input, so make sure AUX is enabled.
The sound processor lets you tune the sound to your car: an equaliser, a delay for each speaker so the sound centres on your seat, and crossovers that keep deep bass away from small speakers. Start from a preset and change one setting at a time.
RCA audio output
An RCA audio output lets you connect an external amplifier if you want more power than the factory system gives.
RCA pre-outputs send a clean, low-level signal to an external amplifier or subwoofer. Count the channels you need (front, rear and sub) against the outputs in the specifications. You'll also need RCA leads and power wiring for the amplifier.
360 camera support
The head unit supports a 360 camera system, sold separately, which shows a view all round the car when manoeuvring in tight spaces.
Connect a reversing camera and its picture appears on the screen when you select reverse. Automatic switching needs the reverse signal wired in. If your car already has a factory camera, check whether you need an adapter to keep it.
Mini microphone for calls
A mini microphone comes in the box for hands-free calls and voice commands. Mount it near the driver for clear voice pickup.
USB
A USB cable is supplied for connecting a phone or playing media from a USB stick.
Screen mirroring
Screen mirroring shows your phone's screen on the head unit for apps outside CarPlay and Android Auto. Use it when parked.
Mirroring shows your phone's whole screen on the car screen, unlike CarPlay and Android Auto, which show apps designed for driving. It usually needs a companion app on the phone, and paid video streaming apps often block it.
12nm octa-core performance
A 12nm octa-core chip (2xCortex-A75 2.0GHz + 6xCortex-A55) runs Android 13 with 4GB DDR4 RAM and 64GB storage.
The unit works alongside the original system, so the CD player doesn't need to come out.
Works with
What's in the box
- 1 x 4G Antenna
- 1 x 4G SIM Card Slot
- 1 x Audio Cable
- 1 x Fix Mount
- 1 x GPS Antenna
- 1 x Installation Instructions
- 1 x ISO Wiring Harness
- 1 x Mini Microphone
- 1 x USB Cable
- 1 x User Manual
- Face Panel (All)
- Screws
| Processor | 12nm Octa-core chip |
|---|---|
| CPU cores | (2xCortex-A75 2.0GHz + 6xCortex-A55) |
| RAM | 4GB DDR4 RAM |
| Storage | 64GB Solid State ROM |
| Operating system | Android 13 |
| Screen size | 14.9″ |
|---|---|
| Panel | QLED Screen |
| Technology | IPS Screen |
| Audio output | RCA Audio Output |
|---|---|
| Camera | 360 Camera |
- BMW 3 Series F30 (2012-2019)
- BMW 4 Series (2013 onwards)
- For BMW 3 Series F30/F31/F34/F35 (2013-2017) with NBT System Right Hand Drive Vehicles
- For BMW 4 Series F32/F33/F36 (2013-2017) with NBT System Right Hand Drive Vehicles
- For BMW M3 F80/F81 (2013-2019) with NBT System Right Hand Drive Vehicles
- For BMW M4 F82/F83 (2013-2019) with NBT System Right Hand Drive Vehicles
- This unit ONLY works with the original BMW NBT system. A NBT system car radio usually comes with a 6-pin LVDS port, a "MEDIA" button on the iDrive controller or a touch pad iDrive controller.
- Note: A "Car ConnectedDrive" interface does not guarantee that you have the NBT system.
- Please buy XTRONS QLB42THEVL (for left-hand drive cars) / QLB22EVB12THR (for right-hand drive cars) if your vehicle comes with an NBT EVO system.
- If your car comes with NO audio AUX input, you will need an adapter to aid the installation. XTRONS CA/ITR/FM02 and CA/ITR/FM03 (not included) are compatible.
| Make | Model | Years | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMW | 3 Series (F30) | 2012–2019 | Cars with the factory NBT system |
| BMW | 4 Series (F32) | 2013–2017 | Cars with the factory NBT system |
| BMW | 4 Series (F33) | 2013–2017 | Cars with the factory NBT system |
| BMW | 4 Series (F36) | 2013–2017 | Cars with the factory NBT system |
This is a plug-and-play replacement for the factory display in right-hand drive NBT cars, with an ISO wiring harness, audio cable, fix mount, face panel and screws supplied. It connects to the car's AUX input for sound; without an AUX input you'll need an adapter such as the XTRONS CA/ITR/FM02 or CA/ITR/FM03. NBT EVO cars need a different model.
How do I know if my car has NBT?
An NBT radio usually has a 6-pin LVDS port and a MEDIA button or touch pad on the iDrive controller. A Car ConnectedDrive interface alone doesn't confirm it.
My car has NBT EVO. Which model do I need?
For a right-hand drive car with NBT EVO, choose the QLB22EVB12THR.
What if my car has no AUX input?
You'll need an adapter. The XTRONS CA/ITR/FM02 and CA/ITR/FM03 are compatible.
Do I have to remove the CD player?
No. The original CD player doesn't need to be removed.
Full specification from XTRONS
XTRONS's own pages for this product, as the manufacturer publishes them. Open any of them at full size to zoom in.
