DVD Override and Pictures!
Driver School Candidate
Joined: Oct 2011
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From: MO
Hi, new to this, please help!!
I just bought a 2006 GX470 - Will doing this work on that model? It was to my understanding that you couldn't watch DVD's on the front monitor no matter what (even if the car was in park and not moving) I thought this option became available in the 2007 models. PLEASE LET ME KNOW if this will work with 2006 GX470 (and possibly a way to test beforehand?)
Thanks for the help!
I just bought a 2006 GX470 - Will doing this work on that model? It was to my understanding that you couldn't watch DVD's on the front monitor no matter what (even if the car was in park and not moving) I thought this option became available in the 2007 models. PLEASE LET ME KNOW if this will work with 2006 GX470 (and possibly a way to test beforehand?)
Thanks for the help!
Hi, new to this, please help!!
I just bought a 2006 GX470 - Will doing this work on that model? It was to my understanding that you couldn't watch DVD's on the front monitor no matter what (even if the car was in park and not moving) I thought this option became available in the 2007 models. PLEASE LET ME KNOW if this will work with 2006 GX470 (and possibly a way to test beforehand?)
Thanks for the help!
I just bought a 2006 GX470 - Will doing this work on that model? It was to my understanding that you couldn't watch DVD's on the front monitor no matter what (even if the car was in park and not moving) I thought this option became available in the 2007 models. PLEASE LET ME KNOW if this will work with 2006 GX470 (and possibly a way to test beforehand?)
Thanks for the help!
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Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 396
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From: NJ
Hi, new to this, please help!!
I just bought a 2006 GX470 - Will doing this work on that model? It was to my understanding that you couldn't watch DVD's on the front monitor no matter what (even if the car was in park and not moving) I thought this option became available in the 2007 models. PLEASE LET ME KNOW if this will work with 2006 GX470 (and possibly a way to test beforehand?)
Thanks for the help!
I just bought a 2006 GX470 - Will doing this work on that model? It was to my understanding that you couldn't watch DVD's on the front monitor no matter what (even if the car was in park and not moving) I thought this option became available in the 2007 models. PLEASE LET ME KNOW if this will work with 2006 GX470 (and possibly a way to test beforehand?)
Thanks for the help!
i have a lockpick in my 06 GX470 but the way described in this thread is a much cheaper alternative
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Joined: Mar 2011
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From: PA
So to be clear, the lockpick allows the DVD player to function even when moving and it also does away with the warning screen and allows full access to all nav functions while moving as well, do I have that right?
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From: NJ
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From: PA
Thanks. is this the thing thats an easy install right under the driver seat? I seem to recall someone pointing me inthe direction of the lockpick site but there was one for $125 and another for 4220. I couldnt tell what the difference was in the pricier version. This sounds like exactly what I need to get, especially if it means I can avoid pulling my whole dash apart.
Last edited by Muti007; Feb 6, 2012 at 07:51 AM.
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Pole Position
Joined: Jun 2005
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From: la
fyi on a mark levinson 2008 the plug that you have to mess with is the one closest to the driver side NOT the middle. i just installed a beat sonic module and that's what i had to disconnect. to be honest... it is so worth the $150. dang thing just works and installation is clean. it also allows me to make calls in motion now too.
Driver School Candidate
Joined: Apr 2012
Posts: 1
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From: Kentucky
I have a 2006 Lexus gx 470, i have engauged my hand brake to the first click and once i go over 20 the dvd dissapears? I want to do the override, can someone help me and tell me what i need to disconnect and connect. I did not try anything so far. PLEASE HELP
Pole Position
Joined: Nov 2007
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From: Pa
Need Help now in middle of install clarification on wires
QUOTE=mogulbumm;616558]Step 6: The two wires you need access to are the Violet wire with red stripe on pin #5 and the light green wire on pin #13. If you will not be using a switch, cut the violet/red wire and tape the ends, then cut the light green wire and ground the part that goes to the screen. This will simulate the parking brake.
If you choose to use a switch, run 4 wires (2 for each side of the wires) to the blank next to "Second Start". I chose to use twist connectors on this install to make it easier to revert back to factory settings when I return my lease. "A" shows my splice on the screen side, "B" shows the splice on the vehicle side, and "C" shows my 4-wire run (one cable) which goes to the blank.[/QUOTE]
I am in the middle of the install and I am confused about what wire to cut and splice I see I have a pink wire with red line I have three light green wires The pink is pin 5 there is no green wire on pin 13 unless I am counting wrong my car is a 2004 gx470 I dont want to cut the wrong wires . If someone can walk me through which wires I cut especially the light green wire ?? I have car apart and would like to finish install
if you see this post please help me if you can
If you choose to use a switch, run 4 wires (2 for each side of the wires) to the blank next to "Second Start". I chose to use twist connectors on this install to make it easier to revert back to factory settings when I return my lease. "A" shows my splice on the screen side, "B" shows the splice on the vehicle side, and "C" shows my 4-wire run (one cable) which goes to the blank.[/QUOTE]
I am in the middle of the install and I am confused about what wire to cut and splice I see I have a pink wire with red line I have three light green wires The pink is pin 5 there is no green wire on pin 13 unless I am counting wrong my car is a 2004 gx470 I dont want to cut the wrong wires . If someone can walk me through which wires I cut especially the light green wire ?? I have car apart and would like to finish install
if you see this post please help me if you can
Pole Position
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 2,625
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From: Pa
help
QUOTE=mogulbumm;616558]Step 6: The two wires you need access to are the Violet wire with red stripe on pin #5 and the light green wire on pin #13. If you will not be using a switch, cut the violet/red wire and tape the ends, then cut the light green wire and ground the part that goes to the screen. This will simulate the parking brake.
If you choose to use a switch, run 4 wires (2 for each side of the wires) to the blank next to "Second Start". I chose to use twist connectors on this install to make it easier to revert back to factory settings when I return my lease. "A" shows my splice on the screen side, "B" shows the splice on the vehicle side, and "C" shows my 4-wire run (one cable) which goes to the blank.
If you choose to use a switch, run 4 wires (2 for each side of the wires) to the blank next to "Second Start". I chose to use twist connectors on this install to make it easier to revert back to factory settings when I return my lease. "A" shows my splice on the screen side, "B" shows the splice on the vehicle side, and "C" shows my 4-wire run (one cable) which goes to the blank.
if you see this post please help me if you can[/QUOTE]
I went ahead with what wires I thought were to be cut Violet with red strip and right next to it light green wire I used the connector second from the right looking at back of nav, I used the dpdt switch and ran a ground to the frame of the radio,
Results dvd played normal with brake up press mod switch in to activate dvd played with brake released. Soon as I put car in gear and moved a few feet dvd picture stopped audio continued.
I think its the speed sense wire I may have cut the wrong vilolet / red to be honest it looked pink with red stripe.
Can someone please help me with this I need a good picture of the connector and the correct wire to cut..
Pole Position
Joined: Nov 2007
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From: Pa
Well three days now no one answered me. I know its an old thread but I am sure I am not the only 2004 gx470 owner that wanted to do the dvd bi-pass. Would really appreciate a members help or point me in the right direction.
I am very active on the sc430 forum and I try and help when ever I can.
Buddy
I am very active on the sc430 forum and I try and help when ever I can.
Buddy
Racer
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 1,314
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From: VA
Well three days now no one answered me. I know its an old thread but I am sure I am not the only 2004 gx470 owner that wanted to do the dvd bi-pass. Would really appreciate a members help or point me in the right direction.
I am very active on the sc430 forum and I try and help when ever I can.
Buddy
I am very active on the sc430 forum and I try and help when ever I can.
Buddy