Aftermarket carplay on 2017 RX350
06-12-20, 06:13 PM
#1066
Hey all - I'm getting my 2016 RX350 (with luxury pkg and 12.3" Nav + ML audio) this weekend. Without reading through a thousand responses, could some recommend the best way to add CarPlay? I don't need a standalone android tablet and am okay with wired CarPlay. I would be open to wireless CarPlay if it works well.
It looks like the best option is the Grom Vlite? Is that still true, or would people recommend the Lsailt or a different option?
It looks like the best option is the Grom Vlite? Is that still true, or would people recommend the Lsailt or a different option?
06-12-20, 07:12 PM
#1067
Hey all - I'm getting my 2016 RX350 (with luxury pkg and 12.3" Nav + ML audio) this weekend. Without reading through a thousand responses, could some recommend the best way to add CarPlay? I don't need a standalone android tablet and am okay with wired CarPlay. I would be open to wireless CarPlay if it works well.
It looks like the best option is the Grom Vlite? Is that still true, or would people recommend the Lsailt or a different option?
It looks like the best option is the Grom Vlite? Is that still true, or would people recommend the Lsailt or a different option?
https://a.aliexpress.com/_dZpCKFc
06-13-20, 06:29 AM
#1068
Call quality
I’m trying to decide which unit to get and need help on getting some feedback on call quality. So far I heard the Grom solution has bad call quality and you can’t use car Bluetooth and Grom for directions at the same time. What solutions are you guys using and how’s the call quality and are you able to use the car Bluetooth while using CarPlay?
06-13-20, 08:58 AM
#1069
Driver School Candidate
I’m trying to decide which unit to get and need help on getting some feedback on call quality. So far I heard the Grom solution has bad call quality and you can’t use car Bluetooth and Grom for directions at the same time. What solutions are you guys using and how’s the call quality and are you able to use the car Bluetooth while using CarPlay?
yes, the call quality is bad if you connect carplay sound via AUX. but my trick is i normally connect carplay sound via Bluetooth, because via AUX it picks up some static noise.
anyway, when making a phone call, i use RX Bluetooth connection. And the sound quality is that of the RX Bluetooth connection -good.
with iphone, you can select which connection you want from iphone as well.
06-13-20, 10:54 PM
#1070
Driver School Candidate
Hey everyone. I have read through all of the comments (yes it took me a while lol). But wanted one quick clarification. This is just the head unit, and not a new screen, correct? The listings on AliExpress are slightly confusing as one mentions "touch screen", but none of the 16-19 models have factory touch screens. (Here is the version I am looking at, which mentions "Android / carplay interface box for Lexus RX 2016-2019 12.3 video interface with remote touch control RX350 RX450h by lsailt" https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32832617100.html)
Last edited by kitlz; 06-14-20 at 05:00 AM.
06-14-20, 08:54 AM
#1071
Hey everyone. I have read through all of the comments (yes it took me a while lol). But wanted one quick clarification. This is just the head unit, and not a new screen, correct? The listings on AliExpress are slightly confusing as one mentions "touch screen", but none of the 16-19 models have factory touch screens. (Here is the version I am looking at, which mentions "Android / carplay interface box for Lexus RX 2016-2019 12.3 video interface with remote touch control RX350 RX450h by lsailt" https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32832617100.html)
https://a.aliexpress.com/_Bf8hZjVG
06-14-20, 09:08 AM
#1072
That is confusing as these models don’t have touchscreen as you said. Here is the one I bought which is half the price and works with either a joystick or touchpad
https://a.aliexpress.com/_Bf8hZjVG
https://a.aliexpress.com/_Bf8hZjVG
06-14-20, 10:03 AM
#1073
Driver School Candidate
That is confusing as these models don’t have touchscreen as you said. Here is the one I bought which is half the price and works with either a joystick or touchpad
https://a.aliexpress.com/_Bf8hZjVG
https://a.aliexpress.com/_Bf8hZjVG
06-14-20, 04:26 PM
#1074
I watched the installation and user video. They said it is needed to turn off WiFi to connect via Bluetooth to the CarPlay. Seems odd WiFi needs to be off to connect via Bluetooth? Is that correct? I like how the unit hides all down under the dash and price is very reasonable at $300 vs $600 for other CarPlay
06-14-20, 04:27 PM
#1075
yes, right now the only issue I am having is my volume on my steering wheel is not working and believe it is because one of the pins is not catching on the cable harness, so just waiting for a new harness to arrive. Other than that every thing works as expected.
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06-17-20, 02:04 PM
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i use Lsailt and i am glad i got it.
yes, the call quality is bad if you connect carplay sound via AUX. but my trick is i normally connect carplay sound via Bluetooth, because via AUX it picks up some static noise.
anyway, when making a phone call, i use RX Bluetooth connection. And the sound quality is that of the RX Bluetooth connection -good.
with iphone, you can select which connection you want from iphone as well.
yes, the call quality is bad if you connect carplay sound via AUX. but my trick is i normally connect carplay sound via Bluetooth, because via AUX it picks up some static noise.
anyway, when making a phone call, i use RX Bluetooth connection. And the sound quality is that of the RX Bluetooth connection -good.
with iphone, you can select which connection you want from iphone as well.
06-17-20, 02:53 PM
#1077
Lexus Fanatic
Unfortunately I have to manually select the Lexus BT on the phone every time a call is answered or sent. In iOS 12 it was seamless, but in iOS13 it isn't.
06-18-20, 09:28 AM
#1078
Lexus Fanatic
I upgraded to the wireless single from Cosmo. Does anybody know what the password is for the WiFi?
06-18-20, 01:04 PM
#1079
Driver School Candidate
I’ve been contemplating on getting an aftermarket CarPlay for my 16 RX. But it seems each company (grom, beat sonic, lsailt and carlinkit) has its issues. I have no problem using my phone for Waze. Just not sure if it’s worth the headache when things go left.
06-18-20, 06:58 PM
#1080