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Old 10-13-14, 07:57 PM
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Just bought my second Lexus - a 2007 LS460 with 69k miles. After 221K miles on my 98 GS400 it was time for a new one (new to me that is). Well equipped but there is no way to hook up my android phone to play tunes. I've read a bit about the Vais IVIC-5d and other models. It would be great to have my phone screen duplicated on the NAV but I'm not sure I really need it. But hey, who really needs heated seats in Vegas? Anyway, can I install an aux jack if I choose not to go the Ivic route? Also, is the ivic the best option for android integration? What other options are there? Finally, where would I get the aux jack to install if such a thing can be done.? Thanks in advance!
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the 07 ls460 should already have an aux port in the center console?

the ivic-d is probably the most advanced android integration out there. just make sure you have the self park feature otherwise you lose the rear camera
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Originally Posted by rominl
the 07 ls460 should already have an aux port in the center console?

the ivic-d is probably the most advanced android integration out there. just make sure you have the self park feature otherwise you lose the rear camera
I must have somehow missed the port. Where exactly is it? I do have the self park feature.
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I must have somehow missed the port. Where exactly is it? I do have the self park feature.
Never mind, I found the aux input.
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Originally Posted by rominl
the 07 ls460 should already have an aux port in the center console?

the ivic-d is probably the most advanced android integration out there. just make sure you have the self park feature otherwise you lose the rear camera
Is the Lexus self park feature different than the Park Assist feature?
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Yes. The Park Assist feature is a radar sensor system that just tells you when you are getting close to something. The self park will park you without you touching the wheel once you get setup in the spot.

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Originally Posted by CPALex
Is the Lexus self park feature different than the Park Assist feature?
glad you found the aux. once you plug it in, you should be able to use the DISC/AUX button to cycle through.

as DJ mentioned, it's different. park assis is just the sensor beeping when you are close. self park is that gimmick feature where you press bunch of buttons, let go of steering wheel and the car parks itself. you need that feature in order for the ivic to work. it has to do with the internal computer programming and addressing
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Originally Posted by rominl
glad you found the aux. once you plug it in, you should be able to use the DISC/AUX button to cycle through.

as DJ mentioned, it's different. park assis is just the sensor beeping when you are close. self park is that gimmick feature where you press bunch of buttons, let go of steering wheel and the car parks itself. you need that feature in order for the ivic to work. it has to do with the internal computer programming and addressing
Thanks DJ and Rom. Rom, my reading indicated that I would still be able to use the IVIC but that the back-up camera function would no longer work. Am I mistaken?
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Originally Posted by CPALex
Thanks DJ and Rom. Rom, my reading indicated that I would still be able to use the IVIC but that the back-up camera function would no longer work. Am I mistaken?
that's my experience, you might want to confirm with them too. email eugene at info@vaistech.com he's very helpful

i have done quite a few ivic on ls460. they are all ok except one who has no self park feature. everything works, except when put car in reverse, the rear camera doesn't show up
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Originally Posted by rominl
that's my experience, you might want to confirm with them too. email eugene at info@vaistech.com he's very helpful

i have done quite a few ivic on ls460. they are all ok except one who has no self park feature. everything works, except when put car in reverse, the rear camera doesn't show up
That is absolutely correct and its posted on their website..
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