Any off alternatives to the stock Apple music app? (which I agree sucks)
Best Apple Carplay radio for 98 LX470?
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I mainly just use Spotify and YouTube. And then the stock podcast app for podscasts. I don’t know if there are alternatives if you also want to listen to your iTunes library, but I haven’t looked.
Post in thread 'Acucole’s lexopotamus'
Acucole’s lexopotamus - https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/acucoles-lexopotamus.1241684/post-13906445
Here is the unit I used starting on post #20
Acucole’s lexopotamus - https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/acucoles-lexopotamus.1241684/post-13906445
Here is the unit I used starting on post #20
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I'm going to buy the sony xav-ax1000 from best buy. Where did you pickup your wiring harness?
Unfortunately for the Nakamichi units there isn't one out there (at least as of last Dec/Jan when I did mine). You have to either directly cut and splice the wires, or make your own harness. I made my own so that I could keep the factory connector in place. There's a few good write-ups here that I followed to make the harness, this one was the most helpful:
Nakamichi Update - '99 LX 470
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I've got a 99 Cruiser and the PO added a Pioneer I'd like to replace. I haven't opened it up yet to see what's back there.Unfortunately for the Nakamichi units there isn't one out there (at least as of last Dec/Jan when I did mine). You have to either directly cut and splice the wires, or make your own harness. I made my own so that I could keep the factory connector in place. There's a few good write-ups here that I followed to make the harness, this one was the most helpful:
Nakamichi Update - '99 LX 470
The '99 Land Cruiser has a harness available most places, that should make your life easier. The "premium" audio that came on the early 100 series LXs is what these threads are covering
I just installed a Sony XAV-AX1000 in my 99 LX and just cut the old harness plug off and and wired up to the new harness.. If you already have an aftermarket radio then it should be simple to replace with a different radio. The wire colors are all the same on aftermarket radios so you just have to match them up. I love my CarPlay radio and front side USB port!
I want to bump this topic as I am in need of an Apple CarPlay unit for my 2000 LC.
I don’t mind plugging the phone into a dedicated outlet as I’ll want to power it anyways!
From my old understanding is it still the case that plugged in will always be faster and more responsive than wireless?
I know there are a few bottlenecks though in the processor speed of the phone and unit right?
The ability to run a backup camera is a must and CarPlay really… I’m not overly concerned with a CD player and don’t need an XM type connection either.
Oh before I forget the volume knob is the top priority!
Lastly are you guys all removing the old amp? And what are you doing about the sub in the back?
TIA,
GB
I don’t mind plugging the phone into a dedicated outlet as I’ll want to power it anyways!
From my old understanding is it still the case that plugged in will always be faster and more responsive than wireless?
I know there are a few bottlenecks though in the processor speed of the phone and unit right?
The ability to run a backup camera is a must and CarPlay really… I’m not overly concerned with a CD player and don’t need an XM type connection either.
Oh before I forget the volume knob is the top priority!
Lastly are you guys all removing the old amp? And what are you doing about the sub in the back?
TIA,
GB
I had a car stereo shop do my install, so I’m not able to answer all of your questions. From what they told me though it should still be running off the stock amp and still connected to the rear sub.
I haven’t kept up with more recent units, but when I was looking, the Sony deck a few of us have installed seemed to be the only one with a dedicated volume knob. They should all hopefully have an input for a backup camera.
I have almost been contemplating getting a new unit with 4 camera inputs and installing 2 or three cameras in the front bumper to use as an off-road camera. Probably overkill, but after driving a friends new jeep with the trail cam it seemed pretty handy.
Saw your post and that video that helped you, but what is the name of the unit you used. Name and model please? Didn't see it listed anywhere or on picture of unit. Thx!
I applaud your taste in music if that screen shot is any indication.I just installed a Sony XAV-AX1000 in my 99 LX and just cut the old harness plug off and and wired up to the new harness.. If you already have an aftermarket radio then it should be simple to replace with a different radio. The wire colors are all the same on aftermarket radios so you just have to match them up. I love my CarPlay radio and front side USB port!
I have a wireless module made by Motorola bc I got tired of always needing to plug my phone in for Android Auto. I don't notice any major lag or drop on sound quality. So id imagine any of the modern wireless units would be at least as good or better.
I replaced the old amp and installed a big 12" subwoofer in a box that I can remove on trips or when I need the cargo space, which is like once or twice a year.
https://www.amazon.com/Pioneer-Elec...8e6d374b3&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1
Just had this unit installed...very satisfied...
Just had this unit installed...very satisfied...
I’d like to see a pic of yours roswell
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Pretty much any double din will fit and look great.
Looking for a reliable one that stays consistently working. Been reading reviews of even the good names and man they are going bad or not connecting or have black screens within months. Any real life experience here with ones you all recommend that won’t need to be removed back out within a year or two? Thanks!
Here you go, Duck...again, very pleased. Sirrius is on the iPhone, it plays though the unit. The sub woofer even works. It is in the CarPlay mode...
Nice. What pioneer model? And wireless or usb only for CarPlay or both? And usb input/ output in back that you bring to the front and install whenever you want? And been working flawlessly or glitches? Thanks!
Pioneer DMH-W2770NEX.
Wireless or USB. Wirless has been great. You can install the USB where ever you want.
No glitches...the iPhone connects automatically every time. Having a back up cam has been good!
