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Old 05-09-14, 09:48 AM
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Cool Just got my BeatSonic DVD/NAVI Controller

I've had great success using them on my other Lexus vehicles and there is a KILLER GB going on where the unit is only $100. Mine just came in

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/clu...xus-100-a.html

Old 05-09-14, 09:52 AM
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Originally Posted by LexFather
I've had great success using them on my other Lexus vehicles and there is a KILLER GB going on where the unit is only $100. Mine just came in https://www.clublexus.com/forums/clu...xus-100-a.html
waiting impatiently for mine lol
Old 05-09-14, 01:38 PM
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What does this thing do?
Old 05-09-14, 01:52 PM
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Install DIY please?

want to see if this is something I can do myself.

Mushi - allows DVD playback / access to GPS / enter address etc while car is in motion.
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Originally Posted by ISDAS
Install DIY please?

want to see if this is something I can do myself.

Mushi - allows DVD playback / access to GPS / enter address etc while car is in motion.
I installed mine a few months back but for DVD override only. Instructions for removing trims are identical.
This site should help visually.

http://minkara.carview.co.jp/en/user...blog/30476687/
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thanks!

seems to stop after they removed the HU though? so just plug and play into a port i assume after this point.

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Originally Posted by ISDAS
thanks!

seems to stop after they removed the HU though? so just plug and play into a port i assume after this point.
Yes plug and play. I have Prestigious society box and comes with printed instructions. I assume Beat Sonic too.

I honestly don't like how Lexus designed the AV console. GS is very simple to remove, our car is PITA, just to get to two bolts we have to remove all the trims and shifter gate is really hard to take off. Don't hurt your finger while doing it as I did mine.
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Exciting! Mines arriving from groupbuy Monday as well!!
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Originally Posted by Mushi31
What does this thing do?
It's a bypass that allows you to use the functionalities locked while in motion. Kinda like a parking brake override for aftermarket head units.
Old 05-14-14, 08:00 PM
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Originally Posted by ISDAS
thanks!

seems to stop after they removed the HU though? so just plug and play into a port i assume after this point.
Just installed mine today. The instructions still skip a ton of steps. PM me if you have any questions.
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kasarap, what instructions to they skip? I am going to put mine in tomm night. Seems pretty straight forward and easy...
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anyone install it yet? Instructions seemed pretty straight forward. Will try it this weekend
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Originally Posted by Kybball#1
kasarap, what instructions to they skip? I am going to put mine in tomm night. Seems pretty straight forward and easy...
you have to remove the navi controls that are connected to the cup holder as well as the drive mode console behind the shifter. then when you get to the actual clip assembly of the beat sonic you need to take apart the locking part that attaches to the radio. instructions make it like a 15min job but you actually need to completely dissemble the center console
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Originally Posted by kasarap
Just installed mine today. The instructions still skip a ton of steps. PM me if you have any questions.
Where did you put your activation button? A picture would be great! This is the only thing I don't like about Beat Sonic is the button but $100 is a steal.
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theres a spot right by the padding for the drivers knee behind the right stalk in the steering wheel, where you can wedge the switch in, thats where I put my radar detector silence button too, this is where I plan to put the nav bypass button too


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