Frankenstein 2017+ GS Head Unit into a 2013 GSh
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05-03-20, 06:24 PM
#93
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In the GS it's not a simple reverse light signal that triggers the backup camera. 2013-2014 has a different wiring for reverse than 2015-2020, one is driven by canbus signal and the other is analog signal. My aftermarket carplay kit has the option to add on a aftermarket reverse camera, I'm hoping that will work perfectly. I'll update the thread when I get the aftermarket camera working.
The aftermarket reverse camera clearly provides better quality with full screen view rather than partial based on the pictures you uploaded, but then there is a dependence on the Carlinkit unit for it to work.
Just trying to see if there is a way to get the stock camera working from the 2013 with the 2016 head unit.
05-03-20, 07:14 PM
#94
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Do you think it is possible to use a canbus to analog signal converter? Maybe something like this? https://www.vboxautomotive.co.uk/ind...nalogue-module
The aftermarket reverse camera clearly provides better quality with full screen view rather than partial based on the pictures you uploaded, but then there is a dependence on the Carlinkit unit for it to work.
Just trying to see if there is a way to get the stock camera working from the 2013 with the 2016 head unit.
The aftermarket reverse camera clearly provides better quality with full screen view rather than partial based on the pictures you uploaded, but then there is a dependence on the Carlinkit unit for it to work.
Just trying to see if there is a way to get the stock camera working from the 2013 with the 2016 head unit.
05-03-20, 09:11 PM
#96
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05-03-20, 10:03 PM
#98
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https://www.lexuspartsnow.com/parts/...100-30181.html
Since I do not know much about electrical systems or wiring, I'm going down a rabbit hole of info based on your last post lol! Trying to go from clueless to semi-clueless
Learning about how CAN works with various ECUs, analog signals, twisted pair wiring for analog to reduce noise and interference, differential signaling between the CANL and CANH and how disturbances to both wires are eliminated as a result of the cancellation, etc. etc.
Also trying to figure out if the 2013 wiring will still work if a 2015+ camera is used, or if twisted pair wiring is needed for analog protection (obviously need the two extra wires for CAN signal that you mentioned)
05-03-20, 10:08 PM
#99
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Alpine aftermarket camera, wire it from behind the glove box to the back seats/trunk. My only issue is that I have a Pixel phone, and it seems Android has been clunky with Carlinkit... or maybe that is only an issue with wireless Android and can be avoided if I just plug the phone in with a USB extender cable.
05-03-20, 10:14 PM
#100
I sort of want to avoid the entire hassle and go with a similar set up as you on that.
Alpine aftermarket camera, wire it from behind the glove box to the back seats/trunk. My only issue is that I have a Pixel phone, and it seems Android has been clunky with Carlinkit... or maybe that is only an issue with wireless Android and can be avoided if I just plug the phone in with a USB extender cable.
Alpine aftermarket camera, wire it from behind the glove box to the back seats/trunk. My only issue is that I have a Pixel phone, and it seems Android has been clunky with Carlinkit... or maybe that is only an issue with wireless Android and can be avoided if I just plug the phone in with a USB extender cable.
05-04-20, 12:57 AM
#101
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Side note - Do you think the reverse camera interface that you posted before still has potential? I know you didn't go that route, so maybe you found out it was incompatible or something?
https://roadpassion.en.alibaba.com/p...718e5e1d7ozVRa
05-04-20, 01:08 AM
#102
At this stage, I feel iphones and new androids all have insane cameras and speed. The brands are leveling out, except that the Iphone has a way better "universe". The integration with macbook, ipads, airpods, watches... I do wish they had always on display though, I use that all the time.
Side note - Do you think the reverse camera interface that you posted before still has potential? I know you didn't go that route, so maybe you found out it was incompatible or something?
https://roadpassion.en.alibaba.com/p...718e5e1d7ozVRa
Side note - Do you think the reverse camera interface that you posted before still has potential? I know you didn't go that route, so maybe you found out it was incompatible or something?
https://roadpassion.en.alibaba.com/p...718e5e1d7ozVRa
05-04-20, 01:17 AM
#103
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05-04-20, 02:33 AM
#104
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I've been reading this thread with interest, but about 90% is unintelligible to me. I'd like to understand how the 2013 head unit, display, amplifier and sound system work. Is there a place or source that explains this stuff "for dummies" like me who have almost no experience with the kind of electronics involved in the cabin of a 2013 gen Lexus? I've been fixing my own vehicles for over 40 years, but the cabin electronics in the 2013 gen Lexus GS seem like they're from another planet to me. If I need a degree in electrical engineering, so be it and I'll give up trying to understand it.
05-04-20, 11:06 AM
#105
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I've been reading this thread with interest, but about 90% is unintelligible to me. I'd like to understand how the 2013 head unit, display, amplifier and sound system work. Is there a place or source that explains this stuff "for dummies" like me who have almost no experience with the kind of electronics involved in the cabin of a 2013 gen Lexus? I've been fixing my own vehicles for over 40 years, but the cabin electronics in the 2013 gen Lexus GS seem like they're from another planet to me. If I need a degree in electrical engineering, so be it and I'll give up trying to understand it.