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Just got my BeatSonic DVD/NAVI Controller

Old 05-15-14, 12:03 PM
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Just got mine too. Hopefully will be able to install over the weekend. Definitely a good modification. I have used BeatSonic in my previous cars too.
Old 05-17-14, 08:57 AM
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I just installed it, works awesome! Some pro tips, when you take off the silver trim on the sides of the center console, make sure you retrieve the white clip anchors that may still be on the center console after pulling the trim off. Retrieve them and put them back on the silver trim. If you dont when you put the silver trim back on you will push the anchor and it will fall back into some tough to reach location and the clip doesnt secure well. Save yourself some time because I lost a couple clips and had to take EVERYTHING on the center console apart AGAIN to get to them
Old 05-17-14, 10:12 AM
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Originally Posted by 4TehNguyen
I just installed it, works awesome! Some pro tips, when you take off the silver trim on the sides of the center console, make sure you retrieve the white clip anchors that may still be on the center console after pulling the trim off. Retrieve them and put them back on the silver trim. If you dont when you put the silver trim back on you will push the anchor and it will fall back into some tough to reach location and the clip doesnt secure well. Save yourself some time because I lost a couple clips and had to take EVERYTHING on the center console apart AGAIN to get to them
Btw those clips that fell out are probably broken already. If you look closely the teethe are broken that's why they fell out. Dealer sells them for about 30 cents each.
Old 05-17-14, 11:43 AM
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What does this device do?
Old 05-17-14, 12:53 PM
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Originally Posted by dojoman
Btw those clips that fell out are probably broken already. If you look closely the teethe are broken that's why they fell out. Dealer sells them for about 30 cents each.
no they just unsnapp from the tab in the silver piece, nothing is broken, they slip off and stay in the console sometimes when you take trim pieces off. I snap them back on the tabs and they feel fine
Old 05-17-14, 01:03 PM
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Installed my last night, super easy,, great product...
Old 05-19-14, 02:32 PM
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Let me start off by mentioning never once have I removed interior trim pieces on any vehicle. With that being said...

Installation was super easy, the directions clear and concise, and in total took about 45 minutes. Works like a charm!

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https://www.dropbox.com/s/9u67t06rtq...2017.26.55.jpg
Old 05-24-14, 04:30 PM
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Thank you OP. If it wasn't for you, I would've slept on the great GB. I was a bit hesitant installing this myself at first, but after reading that so many people had a successful DIY I had to give the install a try. Boy I'm glad that I did, because it was an hour worth spending/learning.

Finding Nemo was the only DVD I had around my house to test the Bypass when driving around my neighborhood. Finally my passengers can be entertained while I concentrate on driving. lol.

Now I have to ask my co-worker to see if the Nav functions work when I commute to work. Thanks for the heads up on the GB again OP.
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Old 05-25-14, 12:29 PM
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I installed mine yesterday as well...only pain part was pulling out the cup holder section. Its awesome having the ability not only to change navi related items, but phone stuff!
Old 06-03-14, 05:55 AM
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Originally Posted by sarcoptic
Its awesome having the ability not only to change navi related items, but phone stuff!
can you explaine more about the Phone part please
Old 06-03-14, 07:18 AM
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The ability to pair cell phones while on the move...I often flash my phone with custom roms and have to re-pair the phone when I do. Also this gives the ability for any passengers in the car to pair their phones while the car is moving. Perfect for those friends who have big audio libraries.
Old 06-03-14, 08:27 AM
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Is installation that easy ? I'm a newbie and I'm not good with installing stuff inside cars. Would i be able to do this myself ?
Old 06-03-14, 11:47 AM
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Take your time and have a set of nylon pry tools and you will be absolutely fine. There are a few guides with great pictures already posted.
Old 06-04-14, 12:23 PM
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Would you be able to play AVI movies from a usb??
Old 06-04-14, 12:53 PM
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No...there is no A/V inputs either. You will just have the ability to play DVDs or videos off an ipod. If you want to play AVI files you will need to convert them with an application like ConvertXtoDVD
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