Did LX470 ever get factory iPod / mp3 connectivity?
 

I have an '03, which I love, and I'm considering an '07, but I can't determine for certain if Lexus ever added iPod connectivity before flipping to the 570. I am suspecting not, which is a bummer if my hunch is correct. If that is the case, are there any more recent work-arounds than the one identified in this thread?

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/lx4...-lx-470-a.html

Jasonm641,

I bought a 2007 about 3 months ago, and the 470 never did come with factory ipod or mp3 input/adapter. I did have one installed, and after trying 2 different ipod adapters, decided on the VAIS SL2vi

here is the link on this forum

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/lx4...-usa-spec.html

thanks
 

Thanks - I guess the combination of low vehicle volume and generational change in '08 kept if from being a worthwhile add from the factory. Take care.

I have a 2007 and it did not come with an iPod kit. I know some dealers will install them. When I first looked into getting a kit, it would disable the XM radio. I waited and found one on Crutchfield. Installed myself. I can controll the iPod via the nav and steering wheel, XM radio works great. Much better sound than a modulater.

MP3 for my 2006 LX470
 

1. Ebay 50$ and 1 week delivery time:

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...b579094cc6.jpg

2. 30 min replacing cassette device with virtual changer:

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...1bdbc9b5b1.jpg

3. Result is that you have 6 folders of MP3 and can use usb, sd or 3.5mm:

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...c7083f7cc9.jpg


https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...f16f7c81db.jpg


https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...5c2bc1890c.jpg

4. If you want your original DVD or CD works same time you need to order Y-cable on Ebay for 8-9$.

You are welcome for any questions.

That's really cool ^^^

Curious about any updates how the unit has performed since you installed it almost a year ago?

How does the "Yatour" unit mount? It looks like you just ziptied it in place? Any rattles as a result of that?

That's one of the coolest things I've seen.

It's working great from the moment it was installed. I bought Y-cable to connect OEM DVD but didn't do that yet. Maybe I just don't need it. Regarding mounting I made self made bracket you can see it with black tape and ziptied just in case, so it sit there like a native. So it is best solution for small budget so far.

On my 04 ES, I just used a few CDs created from FLAC audio for lossless audio quality.

My LX does not support FLAC audio, only MP3, but I may commission an old iphone for use as a media player through the lightning cable.

And your LX is much newer than ours. I am sure the quality of sound will be great. BTW, i am in Towson, MD

Any suggestions for a 1999 stock Nakamichi system? I mainly use cds but would like to add a digital audio player for long road trips.

Great work
 

Hi, great work. You wouldn’t have a link to the eBay site where you bought it? please
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...b579094cc6.jpg

2. 30 min replacing cassette device with virtual changer:

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...1bdbc9b5b1.jpg

3. Result is that you have 6 folders of MP3 and can use usb, sd or 3.5mm:

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...c7083f7cc9.jpg


https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...f16f7c81db.jpg


https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...5c2bc1890c.jpg

4. If you want your original DVD or CD works same time you need to order Y-cable on Ebay for 8-9$.

You are welcome for any questions.[/QUOTE]
:thumbup:

hey
 

have anyone installed that digital music changer recently ?
I found it in aliexpress only 55usd

Just installed the Vaud. Just amazing!!! Bluetooth version.

Very cool what you did.
Do you still using Yatour or you have switched to something else ?
Can you tell me what plug is being used for 2006 LX 6+6 or 5+7 ?