RobW0
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I think it works, but will need to check. I just use the "Hey Siri" when I want to make a call or text or whatever.
CarPlay works in a 2020 Land Cruiser
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For anyone who got the steering wheel controls and wireless carplay, are there additional modules required, or is it firmware updates? If they are modules, could you share pictures and/or photos? I bought a used Naviplus setup and am trying to figure out if I have those features or not, and if not, how to add them. I am emailing back and forth with Naviplus customer support too, but so far, haven't gotten the info that I'm looking for.
I got the SWC on my NP unit for my 2018. There was just 2 boxes and wiring harnesses. I think SWC were all software.
RobW0
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Not sure if this will help or not. Here is what mine looked like. This is for a MY19.
I purchased the SWC "module" and it wasn't very clear what hardware, if any, enables that function. I had two boxes, one small Netplay unit and a larger unit with lots of connection ports. I'm thinking it's either firmware or something in the cabling.
As a side note, in my experience, the wireless CarPlay isn't worth it. Obviously lower sound quality than wired, with small but noticeable dropouts on a frequent basis. I always go wired now. . .
RobW0
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Sorry there was also another small box. Seems I only have picture of the sides of it.
RobW0
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I have had the same experience with the wireless carplay as well. I just use the wired all the time now.
RobW0
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@CharlieS I found a picture of the smaller box. This should answer the question. It has wireless CarPlay on it.
RobW0
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That is a bit different than my MY19.
The NetPlay module is included for every wireless CarPlay installation, but doesn’t necessarily include SWC.
RobW0
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I think this cable may have something to do with the SWC.
@RobW0 I think that's just for the RCA input to AUX. It's bypassing the stock AUX jack and giving us a stereo RCA instead to accept the RCA out from the other harness that has RCA outs.
RobW0
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You are probably right.
I just pinged Naviplus Sales with the following questions. The first is because I thought I understand that someone was using the unit without the provided microphone (which I understand is a PITA to install and not that great quality). The second question is based on what I saw in @herosfc's post. I like the idea of the USB port using one of my blank switch panel slots.
1) Do I need to use/install your microphone or can I order a kit for my model LC that does not require me to install a microphone? Yes, you do as it's for a voice command in CarPlay mode but you can still use the original Microphone for a normal call
2) The USB port for wired connection (I hope to use wireless but just in case). Some who have purchased from you say that you provided a switch panel "blank" that fits great and allows them to use one of the spare switch panel spots on the LC. This would work great for me! How can I be sure that would be included?
Yes, we provide it as a kit now!
1) Do I need to use/install your microphone or can I order a kit for my model LC that does not require me to install a microphone? Yes, you do as it's for a voice command in CarPlay mode but you can still use the original Microphone for a normal call
2) The USB port for wired connection (I hope to use wireless but just in case). Some who have purchased from you say that you provided a switch panel "blank" that fits great and allows them to use one of the spare switch panel spots on the LC. This would work great for me! How can I be sure that would be included?
Yes, we provide it as a kit now!
There may be easier ways to install the microphone that don't involve running it up to the headliner. I'm not using Naviplus, but newer version of the EC Offroad module has a microphone that comes with 2 different mounting clips. One of the clips can be attached to the center speaker cover, the only downside being that it causes the cover to not fully sit flush at the front (where it faces the windshield). Here are a couple of photos showing what it looks like:
Running the mic cable up the headliner is really very simple, and the mic clips to the edge of the pillar trim. Another option would be to notch the subwoofer cover as I did for my sPod cable.
