bolido

Edit: We have started posting reviews on page 4 of the Beat-sonic kit.

http://beatsonicusa.com/nav-dvd-bypa...ss-module.html

This is the link for the Japanese website:

http://www.world-beatsonic.com/tvnavi/?bland_id=1

Edit: Bought the kit already. Took some pics on pg 3.

rominl

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from my understanding, with beatsonic stuff you will still need to cut wires. if that's true, then it's a pretty stupid product imho, coz' you are doing more or less the same mod as others who cut wires but a lot more expensive

GS350Lexus

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Just by looking at the pics its both plugs, I don't see how you would need to cut a wire. To the OP keep us updated as soon as you get more info. GREAT FIND

rominl

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i didn't say you have to cut all wires, but last i learned about it, cutting wire was still part of the game. maybe they improved it now that i can't say for sure. why not go try

MizikeTSK

Why is there 2 different modules? Both have same description. Def keep us posted. I'm to much of a woos to hack my GS, not so much my IS.

IXI187IXI

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someone posted a while back about a cheaper product than the PS kit. i believe they bought it on ebay for about $200. imo id go with the PS kit. it may be pricey but its well worth it imo.

*Batman*

I bought the Datasystems Japan kit for $200. But that is the same product as the PS kit. PS is the official US dealer for Datasystems.

passnu2

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There is no such thing as PS Kit

Datasystem is the MFG of this kit and always has been. If PS was selling this under there name then I could see why everyone calls it the PS kit. PS is only a distributor of the product. I have never dealt with them so I have nothing bad to say about them. They did a great job marketing this product since everyone thinks its truly a PS Kit.

You can buy this off eBay or from PS either way its the same kit.

SNiiP3R

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I dont think you can play DVD's with this kit.

alwayzspeedin

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the mod can be done for a price of a switch and some wires.....2 bucks at most

*Batman*

My understanding is the more expensive kit supports nav/phone and dvd, the other one is just nav/phone

*Batman*

If you don't care about being turned away from warranty service if you have any future problems with the head-unit, bluetooth phone, navigation, etc.

I8ABMR

I would play it safe and go with the PS set up. In cars like this . I am considering a override on my LS460 but would only do it through PS/datasystems . I dont like my 50-75k cars being used as a guinea pig. LOL.

Good luck and keep us posted. As far as splicing and cutting wires I say hell no

*Batman*

The description of this device on their website suggests it doesn't require splicing any wires. That it is plug and play just like the PS kit.

I think its worth trying.

I have been looking at the stuff on their website and they have some very cool stuff which a lot of people have been asking for.

Obviously I have no idea how good these products are, but here is a list:
1) Automated door mirror retracting system. A circuit which you can add on which links the door mirror retraction to the door locks or ignition (there are 3 preset settings).
2) Multi-camera backup system which allows you to add side-view cameras to the backup camera display.
3) Rear view backup camera with guide. Worthwhile for those who have cameras, but the guides are static so its not a worthwhile upgrade for those who already have it.
4) Hidden switches. You can place these behind the dash to avoid drilling a hole for the switch. It can turn a small patch on your dash into a touch switch.
5) Nav override and Nav/TV override which we have been discussing.

I think if anyone is considering the nave bypass they should ask them to email you the manual so you can check there is not wire-cutting. if no wirecutting I would go for it. The $350 price for the Datasystems/PS kit is ridiculous.

bolido

I called the US phone number and left them a VM (it was a google voice number). From the description the unit is supposed to be completely plug n play. Here is an extract from the JP website:

I also sent an email to beat-sonic japan with some questions. Will keep you guys updated

BTW, beat-sonic also has an Amazon and Ebay shops although they don't list the nav bypass modules. Not sure if they are all the same owner selling this stuff.