XM .. again..
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Originally Posted by darylhuff
On the web page the prices listed add up to something like $370 to get everything you'll need to get the system working with an iPod or an XM radio.
~ Cap
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Originally Posted by darylhuff
The Vaistech web site lists 1/2005 as the release date. I'll warn you that until a few days ago the web site listed 12/2004 so things seem to still be a bit fluid. On the web page the prices listed add up to something like $370 to get everything you'll need to get the system working with an iPod or an XM radio. That's almost as much as a 40GB iPod. Check out http://www.vaistech.com/aic100i.html .
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Originally Posted by luckylex
Would installing this mod void any warranty?
I am very curious... I believe that this product might be the one Lexus and Toyota will use for dealer installed Satellite options. If you recall the press release not to long ago, it's my hunch that a product like this would be the most likely candidate. If that is the case, Toyota may be have a contract ready for Vais Tech anyway. If they do, you know the answer to your warranty question.
Lucky, have you used XM before in your area? I notice you're located in Illinois. I've had no success with XM in the New England Area. This includes New York, Connecticut, Vermont, and Massachusetts. The signal strength on regular roads was horrible. Only on wide open roads like 95 and I91 could I receive uninterupted signal.
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Originally Posted by looknow12
I am very curious...
I have NAV-TV which is similar. I use it to run my TV and DVD units on the Nav screen. Also has a game port.
I am wondering if I can just connect the Satellite Radio receiver to the NAV-TV module, somehow.
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Originally Posted by luckylex
Would installing this mod void any warranty?
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Originally Posted by rkrzyston
There was a post about someone placing the XM radio in place of the heated seat buttons. Anyone know about this?
Below is a XM installation on a LX. It is very similar to the GX. I have ordered the Custom Mount made for an Audiovox Sirius receiver, model # SRSIR001FMR.
I will post pictures when I finish the installation.
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Originally Posted by looknow12
I do have a piece of news which you may know of already anyway, but its exciting enough to repeat.
I also wrote to Eugene.
Hi Eugene.....
Does your device work fine with the 2004 Lexus GX470 ?? The 2005 Lexus GX470 has a different generation of hardware.
I am also interested in Sirius working on the 2004.
~ Cap
Eugene’s reply
Cap: Yes, it does work with 2004 GX470. Sirius version is still under development, if you would like to purchase the product, please go to "reserve your product" on our website, we have a line of people, so it might will take some time until I will get to your form.
Best regards,
Eugene
VAIS Technology
phone: 720-733-2348
e-mail: info@vaistech.com
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I can confirm this WILL NOT work with a GX. I tried this with Jon from XMPRIUS. We dont have the extra input on the radio.
We DO however have a possibility. We will be trying something else in a day or two. I will keep everyone informed as to the outcome.
We DO however have a possibility. We will be trying something else in a day or two. I will keep everyone informed as to the outcome.
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Originally Posted by looknow12
Lucky, have you used XM before in your area? I notice you're located in Illinois. I've had no success with XM in the New England Area. This includes New York, Connecticut, Vermont, and Massachusetts. The signal strength on regular roads was horrible. Only on wide open roads like 95 and I91 could I receive uninterupted signal.
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Originally Posted by luckylex
I have not personally used XM, but have several friends who do and they do not have any problem in this area or travelling in neighboring states.
It's more of an issue with trees, and living far north. XM's satellites are fix positioned very far south, near South America. Sirius has 3 satellites that orbit from south the North. At any given point the elevation is at least 50 degrees elevation. (I'm guessing). Whereas XM must be near 24. I know Directv is around 34 degrees.
None of this matters if you drive in open areas, but in Connecticut and New York, most roads are heavily covered with trees. I mean look up and you see trees before sky.