iPod in Grande or Factory AVN system

[Dwaynel]

Hi again all,

next to my other current goal in life (getting the SatNav/telephone unlocked while driving), I'd like to get iPod input, and even better, control functionality for the iPod from the touchscreen.

So, here's some promising info

http://usaspec.com/ipod.html

The above guys make a unit, PA 20 TOY, that the posts below indicate work with the latest US Highlander with Navigation.

http://www.toyotanation.com/forum/showpost...amp;postcount=4

Here's a good photo of it.

http://usaspec.com/images/full_view.jpg

Can anyone confirm if those plugs look like they'll hook into the Kluger Nav unit ?

It says it plugs into the factory CD changer port, so can anyone tell me if the 4 stack is treated as an external or internal unit by the Kluger SatNav ? Gut feel is it's treated as internal, so using the PA20TOY unit wouldn't cut out the inbuilt 4 disc changer. By way of explanation, if it's treated as external, there wouldn't really be anywhere to plug this PA20TOY unit until the 4 stack is unplugged.

So c'mon, who's looked at the back of their unit, and can answer this, and the Satnav queries ? Hell, if anyone can tell me the best way to pull the unit out, I'll give it a bash as soona sI've got a free weekend !

Dwayne

[David the Viking]

Northfield sell and install the VAIS Soundlinq2 which can also play movies from the iPod. Was quoted $600 installed for the non video type in my Aurion.

http://www.advancedice.com.au/product_deta...number=10018sou

http://www.advancedice.com.au/product_deta...p?number=970755

Edited May 21, 2008 by SupaTouring

[Dwaynel]

Northfield sell and install the VAIS Soundlinq2 which can also play movies from the iPod. Was quoted $600 installed for the non video type in my Aurion.

http://www.advancedice.com.au/product_deta...number=10018sou

http://www.advancedice.com.au/product_deta...p?number=970755

Good looking units, but unfortunately the video model doesn't work on the latest Nav systems.

The audio only one looks OK, but no control from the touchscreen.

Thanks for the info !!

Dwayne

[CroToy]

I just finished installing Ipod interface in my Grande.

Took me 1/2 hour, its direct plug in.Works great,excellent sound.

It uses CD stacker plug..........basically HU recognises interface as CD Changer II.

It also have 2 audio RCA inputs.........my next task is connecting DVD player to interface.

For more info check www.hitv.com.au

[CroToy]

Hi again all,

next to my other current goal in life (getting the SatNav/telephone unlocked while driving), I'd like to get iPod input, and even better, control functionality for the iPod from the touchscreen.

So, here's some promising info

http://usaspec.com/ipod.html

The above guys make a unit, PA 20 TOY, that the posts below indicate work with the latest US Highlander with Navigation.

http://www.toyotanation.com/forum/showpost...amp;postcount=4

Here's a good photo of it.

http://usaspec.com/images/full_view.jpg

Can anyone confirm if those plugs look like they'll hook into the Kluger Nav unit ?

It says it plugs into the factory CD changer port, so can anyone tell me if the 4 stack is treated as an external or internal unit by the Kluger SatNav ? Gut feel is it's treated as internal, so using the PA20TOY unit wouldn't cut out the inbuilt 4 disc changer. By way of explanation, if it's treated as external, there wouldn't really be anywhere to plug this PA20TOY unit until the 4 stack is unplugged.

So c'mon, who's looked at the back of their unit, and can answer this, and the Satnav queries ? Hell, if anyone can tell me the best way to pull the unit out, I'll give it a bash as soona sI've got a free weekend !

Dwayne

4 stack is treated as Internal (CD Changer I),Interface is recognised as External.

HU has 12 pin empty slot.

I took pics while doing mine........can e-mail or post (dont know how :( )

[Dwaynel]

Thanks CroToy.

PIM Sent with my email address - check your messages.

Email them through and I'll post them up.

Alternatively, reply to this, and just below the message box is the attachment section, hit browse, select your picture(s), and upload them !

Cheers

Dwayne

[Dwaynel]

I just finished installing Ipod interface in my Grande.

Took me 1/2 hour, its direct plug in.Works great,excellent sound.

It uses CD stacker plug..........basically HU recognises interface as CD Changer II.

It also have 2 audio RCA inputs.........my next task is connecting DVD player to interface.

For more info check www.hitv.com.au

Which unit did you get http://www.hitv.com.au/products/hilink-series/ipodaudio.php ??

Mind telling us what the cost was ? can you control the iPodfrom the Nav screen ? I take it this was on a Series II Kluger ?

Do any of their units do TV on the SatNav screen ?

Cheers

Dwayne

[CroToy]

I just finished installing Ipod interface in my Grande.

Took me 1/2 hour, its direct plug in.Works great,excellent sound.

It uses CD stacker plug..........basically HU recognises interface as CD Changer II.

It also have 2 audio RCA inputs.........my next task is connecting DVD player to interface.

For more info check www.hitv.com.au

Which unit did you get http://www.hitv.com.au/products/hilink-series/ipodaudio.php ??

Mind telling us what the cost was ? can you control the iPodfrom the Nav screen ? I take it this was on a Series II Kluger ?

Do any of their units do TV on the SatNav screen ?

Cheers

Dwayne

First one on the top.Once you order it you just specify tipe of vehicle (basically all toyota & Lexus)

I got special deal but it cost around 250.

It charges Ipod,you chose folder on the Ipod,sut choose tracks on HU (track button)or on steering wheel

Kluger II.

Dont know about TV.

[Taka]

So good you are allowed to do that!

There is only one CD requested by the 2 middle row passengers atm :P

Women are demanding and I have 3 in my life

Edited May 23, 2008 by Taka