LAMTTO RC Series Carplay Screen Connection Issues: Complete Fix Guide (2026)

LAMTTO RC series wireless CarPlay screens are designed to deliver a seamless driving experience with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

However, like any wireless system, users may occasionally encounter issues such as:

• Bluetooth not connecting
• CarPlay not launching
• Random disconnections
• Android Auto not working

👉 The good news: Most of these problems are easy to fix.

In this complete guide, we’ll walk you through all common RC series connection issues and how to solve them step by step.

🔵 1. Bluetooth Not Connecting / Pairing Failed

Problem

Your phone cannot find the device, or pairing fails.

Solutions

• Delete all saved Bluetooth devices on your phone (especially “CarPlay” or “SmartBox”)
• Restart both your phone and the RC device
• Reset the RC device to factory settings
• Turn off other Bluetooth devices (earbuds, smartwatches, etc.)
• Try another phone to identify if the issue is device-specific

📱 2. CarPlay / Android Auto Not Connecting

Problem

Bluetooth connects, but CarPlay or Android Auto does not launch.

✅ For iPhone (CarPlay)

• Ensure your iPhone runs iOS 7.1 or later
• Go to Settings → General → CarPlay → Forget This Car, then reconnect
• Turn off VPN and Personal Hotspot
• Disable Voice Control & Sound Recognition
• Reset network settings (this clears Wi-Fi passwords)
• Check Screen Time restrictions (CarPlay must be allowed)

✅ For Android (Android Auto)

• Pixel phones: Android 8.0+
• Other brands: Android 11+
• ⚠️ Huawei devices are generally not supported

Steps:

• Turn on Wi-Fi (required for wireless connection)
• Clear Bluetooth records and reconnect
• Restart your phone
• Test with another Android device

🔁 3. Random Disconnections

Problem

CarPlay disconnects randomly during use.

Solutions

• Re-pair Bluetooth connection
• Reset the RC device
• Restart your phone
• Check your car charger (use original charger)
• Keep phone at least 30cm away from power source
• For Android users: consider switching to wired mode if unstable

⚡ 4. CarPlay Not Auto-Connecting

Problem

You must manually reconnect every time you enter the car.

Solutions

• Clear all Bluetooth records
• Reset the RC device
• Restart your phone
• Update firmware if available
• Only connect one phone at a time (important)

🤖 5. Android Phone Not Connecting

Problem

iPhone works fine, but Android does not connect.

Requirements

• Pixel: Android 8+
• Other brands: Android 11+
• ❌ Huawei not supported

Fix Steps

• Turn on Wi-Fi
• Delete old Bluetooth connections
• Restart phone
• Avoid connecting to other Wi-Fi networks
• Test with a different Android phone

⚠️ 6. Huawei Compatibility Issue

Most Huawei devices are not fully compatible.

Possible Workarounds:

• Enable Developer Mode
• Enable wireless Android Auto manually
• Set network to “Always On”
• Reset Wi-Fi and reconnect

👉 If it still fails, contact support for refund or alternatives.

🌐 7. Connection Drops Due to Wi-Fi Switching

Problem

CarPlay disconnects when your phone switches Wi-Fi.

Why It Happens

CarPlay uses a local Wi-Fi network (no internet).
Your phone may switch to another Wi-Fi with internet access.

Solutions

• Use Airplane Mode trick (recommended):
• Turn on Airplane Mode
• Enable Bluetooth + Wi-Fi manually
• Forget other Wi-Fi networks
• Disable VPN

📡 8. Android Cast / Tclink Not Connecting

Problem

Screen mirroring keeps searching.

Solutions

• Turn on Location Services
• Turn OFF Bluetooth
• Allow all app permissions
• Reset RC device
• Restart phone
• Disable VPN

👥 9. Cannot Connect Two Phones

CarPlay only supports one phone at a time.

How to switch:

1. Turn off Wi-Fi & Bluetooth on current phone
2. Connect the second phone
3. System will remember the last connected device

🔄 10. Cannot Switch Between Phones Easily

CarPlay automatically connects to the last used phone.

👉 To switch:

• Disable current phone connection
• Reconnect with another phone manually

📲 11. Do You Need an App for CarPlay?

No. You do NOT need any app.

Correct steps:

1. Turn on Bluetooth & Wi-Fi
2. Pair with device
3. CarPlay launches automatically

📺 12. AirPlay / Screen Mirroring Not Working

Problem

Mirroring fails or keeps loading.

Solutions

• Turn OFF Bluetooth before using AirPlay
• Disconnect CarPlay first
• Then enter screen mirroring mode

👉 CarPlay and AirPlay cannot run simultaneously

🎬 13. Video Features Missing After Update

Problem

Online video apps disappeared.

Explanation

👉 This feature has been removed in system updates and is no longer supported.

🔍 14. Common Causes of Connection Issues (Summary)

Most issues are caused by:

• Weak power supply (non-original charger)
• Outdated phone system
• Too many background apps
• Wi-Fi interference
• Bluetooth conflicts
• Phone connected to multiple devices
• Vehicle system issues

🚀 Final Thoughts

Most LAMTTO RC connection issues are not hardware problems.
They are usually caused by:

• Incorrect settings
• Network interference
• Compatibility limitations

👉 With the steps above, you can solve 90% of connection issues.

💡 Pro Tip

Always use the original car charger.
It includes an FM transmission antenna, which is essential for stable performance.

Need More Help?

If your issue still isn’t resolved:
👉 Contact our support team for free replacement or technical assistance