Android Car System Version Unknown? Find the MCU, Build Number and Motherboard

There are three common ways to identify your head unit’s model and version: ① rear label on the device, ② text printed on the motherboard, and ③ checking the system
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Android Car System Version Unknown? Find the MCU, Build Number and Motherboard

Use original FixMyDash videos and real system screenshots to check your Android car system version, identify Topway TS20, TS18 and TS10, FYT, XY-AUTO, NWD and HC/MTK platforms, and prepare the correct information before firmware repair, feature activation or software upgrade.

Identify the platform Check Android version, MCU, CPU, build number, AppVer and motherboard family.
Avoid incorrect firmware Similar screens can use different MCU files, software packages and activation methods.
Choose the right service Use the results for system repair, Toppal, Dofun, iLauncher or supported feature activation.
Choose Your Platform See What Information to Collect

Android car system version Information is the first thing to check when you cannot identify an Android head unit. This guide shows how to find the Android version, MCU version, CPU platform, build number, AppVer and motherboard family before buying firmware, voice-control software, launcher themes or feature activation.

All platform videos and screenshots on this page were created from FixMyDash test units and real Android head unit interfaces. Menu names can vary by firmware, so use the platform identifiers and version formats together rather than relying on screen appearance alone.

Reviewed by: FixMyDash Technical Support Team Last reviewed: 5 June 2026Model list: Includes Topway TS20 and newer SoC / firmware-family identifiers Platforms covered: Topway, FYT, XY-AUTO, NWD and HC/MTK
Android car system version showing MCU, build number and motherboard information
Real Android car system version screen showing the platform, MCU, build number and motherboard details required for compatibility checking.

How Do I Check My Android Car System Version?

The exact Android car system version helps FixMyDash distinguish between similar-looking units and review whether a firmware file, MCU package, launcher, voice assistant or feature activation is suitable for the installed platform.

Direct answer

Use three checks: inspect the rear product label, inspect the motherboard markings when accessible, and open the system information page. The most useful screenshots normally show Android version, MCU, CPU or platform name, build number and application version.

Do not identify compatibility from the vehicle model, screen size or displayed Android version alone. Two units with the same interface can use different motherboards, firmware builds and software packages.

Android Car System Version Information to Collect Before Repair or Activation

Android version Useful background information, but not enough on its own.
Версія MCU Helps identify hardware control and firmware compatibility.
CPU / platform May reveal Topway, FYT, XY-AUTO, NWD or MTK family.
Build / AppVer Helps match the correct software package and instructions.
Best screenshot for support: take a photo of the complete System Info or About Device page. Do not crop out the MCU, build number, CPU information or application version.

Select Your Android Head Unit Platform

Choose the closest platform below. If you are unsure, compare the version examples and menu paths before entering Factory Settings.

Newer Android Head Unit Platform Identifiers to Check

Android head unit naming is not standardised. Sellers may advertise a CPU name, motherboard family, firmware family or marketing model as though they were the same thing. Use the names below as clues for identification, then confirm the complete System Info, MCU and build number before installing software.

Platform family Current and newer identifiers commonly encountered Important verification
Topway / TS family TS7, TS10, TS18, TS20, T133 and A100 Confirm the full TS/TX version string, MCU and installed Topway package. Similar TS names can use different firmware.
FYT / UNISOC family SC9853i, UIS7862, UIS7862S, UIS8581A, UIS7870, UIS7870S, UIS7870SC and UIS9863 Confirm CPU Version, manufacturer code, MCU and FYT app framework. The SoC name alone does not identify the exact firmware package.
XY-AUTO family 8227L, 9211A/B/C, 9212, 9216, 9255 and some 8259-series identifiers Check the complete build string and MCU. Seller names can mix CPU, board and firmware labels.
NWD / K-series family K2000N, K2001N, K2501, P13 and related K-series variants Use AppVer and the full K-series version string. Do not identify firmware from the launcher appearance.
HC / MTK family AC8227L, AC8257, AC8259, AC8275, AC8163, MT8163 and MT8667 Confirm whether the displayed value is the SoC, board family or firmware name, then note down the MCU and build number.
Model list boundary: This is an identification reference, not a firmware download list. A matching CPU or model name does not prove that two head units can use the same update file, MCU or application package.

Android Head Unit Platform Identification Table

Platform Common identifiers System field to check Common model families Factory password examples
Topway TS, TX, Topway system information System Information / MCU / Platform Information TS7, TS10, TS18, TS20, T133 and A100 123456
FYT UI, UIS, FYT CPU version strings CPU Version / About Device SC9853i, UIS7862, UIS7862S, UIS8581A, UIS7870, UIS7870SC, UIS9863 3368
XY-AUTO 9XXXA/B/C and XY-AUTO build formats System Information / Android Version / Build 8227L, 9211A/B/C, 9212, 9216, 9255, 8259-series identifiers 8888
NWD KXXXN, K2000N and AppVer strings AppVer / System Setting K2000N, K2001N, K2501, P13, related K-series variants 1617
HC / MTK AC8XXX, AC8227L and related build strings Android / About Device / Build AC8227L, AC8257, AC8259, AC8275, AC8163, MT8163, MT8667 0000 / 000000 / 879000

Topway Android Head Unit Identification

Factory password example: 123456

Topway systems commonly include TS7, TS10, TS18, TS20, T133 and A100 families. Confirm the platform from the System Info page and version string rather than the launcher appearance.

System Info path Settings → About → System Info
Factory path Settings → Factory → Enter Password
Version example TSXX / TX 0.X.0-XX-10-AXXXXXXX
What to photograph Platform, MCU, build number and installed app screen
Topway TS20 identification: treat TS20 as a separate Topway platform generation. Do not use TS10 or TS18 firmware, MCU files, voice packages or activation instructions only because the interface looks similar. Confirm the complete TS20 system version, MCU version, build number and installed application package first.

Topway System Information Tutorial

  1. Open the app screen Topway app screen
  2. Open Settings and select About Topway car settings screen
  3. Photograph Platform Information, MCU and build information Topway platform information and MCU version

Topway Factory Settings Tutorial

  1. Open the app screen Topway app screen before Factory Settings
  2. Open the car Settings menu Topway Settings menu
  3. Record the current values before changing anything Topway current platform settings
Do not change unknown Factory Settings. CAN type, amplifier, radio region, display parameters and camera format can affect original vehicle functions.

FYT Android Head Unit Identification

Factory password example: 3368

FYT platforms often show the motherboard family through CPU Version or About Device. Common families include SC9853i, UIS7862, UIS7862S, UIS8581A, UIS7870, UIS7870SC and UIS9863.

System Info path Settings → System → About Device → CPU Version
Factory path Settings → Factory → Enter Password
Version example UIXXXXS Octa-Core / UIS series
What to photograph CPU version, MCU, build number and About Device page

FYT System Information Guide

  1. Open the car Settings icon FYT car settings
  2. Select System and open About Device FYT About Device menu
  3. Check CPU information and identify the FYT version string FYT CPU version and motherboard information

FYT Factory Settings Guide

  1. Open Factory and enter the supported password FYT factory password screen
  2. Take a photo of the current Factory Settings before making any changes FYT Factory Settings panel
Do not modify CAN, amplifier or display settings without a backup. Record every original value before testing another option.

XY-AUTO Android Head Unit Identification

Factory password example: 8888

XY-AUTO systems often use 9XXX-style version strings. Common product families include 8227L, 9211A/B/C, 9212, 9216, 9255 and some 8259-series identifiers.

System Info path Settings → System Info → Android Version
Factory path Settings → Factory → Enter Password
Version example 9XXXA/B/C_XXXX.XX_XXXX
What to photograph Android version, build string, MCU and app information

XY-AUTO System Information Tutorial

  1. Open the car Settings menu XY-AUTO vehicle settings
  2. Open System Info and photograph the Android version and build details XY-AUTO system version information

XY-AUTO Factory Settings Tutorial

  1. Open Factory and enter the supported password XY-AUTO factory password screen
  2. Photograph the current Factory Settings panel XY-AUTO Factory Settings interface
Use Factory Settings for identification, not experimentation. Incorrect display, CAN or radio values can cause missing controls or unstable functions.

NWD Android Head Unit Identification

Factory password example: 1617

NWD platforms commonly expose the system family through AppVer. K2000N, K2001N, K2501, P13 and related K-series identifiers are common examples.

System Info path Settings → System Setting → AppVer
Factory path System Setting → Factory Setting → Enter Password
Version example KXXXN / K2000N / K2001N
What to photograph AppVer, system version, MCU and Factory Settings overview

NWD System Information Tutorial

  1. Open the car Settings icon NWD vehicle settings
  2. Open System Settings and photograph AppVer NWD AppVer system information

NWD Factory Settings Tutorial

  1. Open System Settings and select Factory Setting NWD factory settings menu
  2. Enter the supported factory password NWD factory password
  3. Photograph the Factory Settings page before changing anything NWD Factory Settings page
Do not change the NWD configuration without a record of the original values. Incorrect protocol or display settings can disable vehicle integration.

HC / MTK Android Head Unit Identification

Factory password examples: 0000 / 000000 / 879000

HC and MTK systems may display AC8XXX-style version strings. AC8227L, AC8257, AC8259, AC8275, AC8163, MT8163 and MT8667 are common platform references.

System Info path Settings → About Device → Android
Factory path Settings → Factory → Enter Password
Version example AC8XXXL / AC8XXX
What to photograph Android page, build number, MCU and model information

HC / MTK System Information Tutorial

  1. Open the car Settings icon HC MTK car settings
  2. Open About Device and take a photograph of the Android and build information HC MTK Android system version

HC / MTK Factory Settings Tutorial

  1. Open Factory and enter the supported password HC MTK factory password
  2. Take a photograph of the current Factory Settings page HC MTK Factory Settings page
Factory passwords are not a guarantee of compatibility. Similar passwords can appear on different boards. Confirm the version string and hardware platform before software installation.

Factory Settings Safety Rules

Usually safe Use caution Do not change without evidence
Open the menu, take a photograph of the settings and record version information. Change one confirmed value at a time and keep the original screenshot. CAN protocol, amplifier type, display resolution, radio region, camera format or MCU package.
Before changing any Factory Setting: take clear photos of every original page. An incorrect value can cause missing steering-wheel controls, no sound, an incorrect reversing camera display or an unstable interface.

More Tips for Android Car System Users

Whether you use a Topway TS20, Topway TS10 or TS18, XY-AUTO 9216, an FYT UIS7862 or UIS7870, an NWD K-series unit, or an HC/MTK platform, checking the Android head unit system version is the first step before buying firmware, launcher themes, voice-control software or activation of supported features.

FixMyDash provides Android head unit firmware repair, activation of feature, compatibility review and system-upgrade support for selected platforms. Common identifiers include Topway TS10, TS18 and TS20; FYT SC9853i, UIS7862, UIS7862S, UIS8581A and UIS7870-series; XY-AUTO 8227L and 9211/9212/9216 families; NWD K2000N, K2001N and K2501; and HC/MTK AC8227L, AC8257, AC8259 and related build families.

Use the original videos and screenshots on this page to check the Android head unit MCU version, CPU or platform name, build number, AppVer and Factory Settings path. This information is required for an accurate Android head unit compatibility check before purchasing iLauncher Pro, Toppal Voice, Dofun Voice Assistant, boot-logo activation, supported CarPlay or Android Auto upgrades, or other software services.

Platform names are only identification clues. A matching CPU or motherboard label does not prove that two units can use the same firmware, MCU file or APK package. FixMyDash reviews the complete system information before recommending a repair, activation or upgrade path.

System identification Check Android version, MCU version, CPU, build number, AppVer and motherboard family.
Compatibility review Confirm whether the installed firmware and application package support the requested upgrade.
Repair and activation Choose system repair, voice activation, launcher activation or another supported software service.
Android Head Unit System Repair Voice Assistant Activation iLauncher Pro Activation

Use Your System Information to Choose the Correct FixMyDash Service

System Repair Boot problems, missing functions, unstable software and recovery review. Voice and feature activation Toppal Voice, supported activation options and compatibility checks. Launcher and UI upgrade iLauncher Pro activation and supported Android head unit interface upgrades.

Why this guide is different

This page is based on FixMyDash test units, original interface recordings and real platform screenshots. The purpose is not to guess a motherboard from a launcher image, but to show the exact evidence needed before software repair, firmware matching or feature activation.

First-hand evidence Original videos and screenshots from Topway, FYT, XY-AUTO, NWD and HC/MTK units.
Clear technical boundary Android version and vehicle model alone do not confirm firmware or app compatibility.
Practical support purpose The collected information is used to review repair, activation and upgrade options for supported systems.

Send the correct Android head unit information before ordering

Prepare the Android car system version page, MCU version, CPU or platform name, build number and current error or activation screen. This reduces incorrect software matching and avoids unnecessary purchases.

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