GX470 w/Nav Solution for Aftermarket Stereo?
02-19-19, 05:52 PM
#212
@Kelevra Do you mind sharing that spreadsheet? I'm really leaning towards that Phoenix unit but a bit concerned if it will work. 2003 with NAV/ML. Thanks
Personally, I would NOT do the Phoenix at this time. They might get better in the future. However, The company has horrible response and really can't help much. We were lucky that our Phoenix worked as well as it did. However, We had many issues and no support. If you really would like to convert to a 9" and such, I can find the posts. It will take a little work but well worth it.
9" with Car play
9" android and AC controllers
Phoenix Android
02-19-19, 06:36 PM
#213
Driver
@BeEvil Scanning this thread, it appears you've had this system for about a year. Any issues? Software updates? Would you recommend? Thanks
I’ve also recently installed another similar unit in my 06 LX470 from a different company. This one hasn’t been as smooth so far. I’m playing with it more and trying to work out the bugs. I’ve only had it for 2 weeks now. However the one I installed in my GX was seamless. It worked great from day one. The one issue I’d like to remedy is the music cuts out every few minutes for a second then continues. Not sure what’s up with that. Connection wise it has some little things that I’m also working on. I can connect but it sometimes drops the connection. The more I play with it the better it seems to get. I'll have to keep at it and see.
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ColoradoMH (02-19-19)
02-19-19, 07:12 PM
#214
Driver School Candidate
Not really a spreadsheet. We had a Phoenix in a 2004 Nav and ML sound. I did the AC controller reroute and added in a Android 9" head unit. Much better that the phoenix we had. (In my opinion).
Personally, I would NOT do the Phoenix at this time. They might get better in the future. However, The company has horrible response and really can't help much. We were lucky that our Phoenix worked as well as it did. However, We had many issues and no support. If you really would like to convert to a 9" and such, I can find the posts. It will take a little work but well worth it.
9" with Car play
9" android and AC controllers
Phoenix Android
Personally, I would NOT do the Phoenix at this time. They might get better in the future. However, The company has horrible response and really can't help much. We were lucky that our Phoenix worked as well as it did. However, We had many issues and no support. If you really would like to convert to a 9" and such, I can find the posts. It will take a little work but well worth it.
9" with Car play
9" android and AC controllers
Phoenix Android
So, did you get junk parts for the AC controls? (Sorry for all the questions. Or more appropriately, thanks for your patience--I've done a basic car stereo before but nothing nearly as complex as this).
02-19-19, 07:20 PM
#216
No problem, ask away. I am happy to help you with what I know.
Last edited by Kelevra; 02-19-19 at 07:30 PM.
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ColoradoMH (02-19-19)
02-19-19, 07:25 PM
#217
Driver School Candidate
Thanks. We're in Denver area, so I need both AC in the summer and heat in the winter (AC Heat for defrost).
Is this a do-it-yourself job, with YouTube assist? I have a great mechanic who works out of his house but we've only used him for engine stuff. I'm also Iphone so looking at the Apple Car Play kit. I don't need for this to be a Tesla imitation. That would be fine if it was seamless and easy. I really just want to connect my phone for work calls and maps and texting using voice.
Is that a specific unit that does both Android and CarPlay?
(I'll wait until after I get this solved and installed and give a full and proper Thanks...)
Is this a do-it-yourself job, with YouTube assist? I have a great mechanic who works out of his house but we've only used him for engine stuff. I'm also Iphone so looking at the Apple Car Play kit. I don't need for this to be a Tesla imitation. That would be fine if it was seamless and easy. I really just want to connect my phone for work calls and maps and texting using voice.
Is that a specific unit that does both Android and CarPlay?
(I'll wait until after I get this solved and installed and give a full and proper Thanks...)
02-19-19, 07:34 PM
#218
02-19-19, 07:41 PM
#219
Driver School Candidate
I'm a real Android novice. Even more than a Lexus/Toyota novice. APK is some sort of software that you add to the device? Do you mind linking to the head unit you have?
Also, do I need to get this to have the controls work? http://www.beatsonicusa.com/stereo/s...70/mva-81.html
Also, do I need to get this to have the controls work? http://www.beatsonicusa.com/stereo/s...70/mva-81.html
02-19-19, 07:46 PM
#220
Thanks. We're in Denver area, so I need both AC in the summer and heat in the winter (AC Heat for defrost).
Is this a do-it-yourself job, with YouTube assist? I have a great mechanic who works out of his house but we've only used him for engine stuff. I'm also Iphone so looking at the Apple Car Play kit. I don't need for this to be a Tesla imitation. That would be fine if it was seamless and easy. I really just want to connect my phone for work calls and maps and texting using voice.
Is that a specific unit that does both Android and CarPlay?
(I'll wait until after I get this solved and installed and give a full and proper Thanks...)
Is this a do-it-yourself job, with YouTube assist? I have a great mechanic who works out of his house but we've only used him for engine stuff. I'm also Iphone so looking at the Apple Car Play kit. I don't need for this to be a Tesla imitation. That would be fine if it was seamless and easy. I really just want to connect my phone for work calls and maps and texting using voice.
Is that a specific unit that does both Android and CarPlay?
(I'll wait until after I get this solved and installed and give a full and proper Thanks...)
Here is the Dongle.
02-19-19, 07:49 PM
#221
Driver School Candidate
02-19-19, 07:58 PM
#222
Driver School Candidate
02-20-19, 07:23 AM
#223
So, can I choose any of these units? https://smile.amazon.com/s?k=9+android+car+stereo&crid=ATT23QW0VD0Y&sprefix=9%22+Android%2Caps%2C184&ref=nb_sb_ss_i_3_9
02-20-19, 07:25 AM
#224
And this for the AC? https://www.ebay.com/p/2003-2009-Lex...8943804&chn=ps
No, That is for the Nav controller. You need a Non Nav controller. I have to fly out for the day, I will be back later tonight. I will link the right items for you.
02-20-19, 08:02 AM
#225
Driver School Candidate
Thanks. I'm not in a massive hurry. Would like to figure out all the parts and get going in the next couple of weeks. Appreciate the help.