Thankful to hear something helped. It's the whole purpose of putting them up. Just be careful on the road. There's so much going on with the radio that it's easy to get sensory overload. It's probably the only thing I don't like about the radio. Too much of a good thing. I enjoy the simplicity of the OEM radio, but there are just some features I feel I need that only an aftermarket radio like this can provide. Lemme know if you have any questions about anything that wasn't covered in any of the videos & I'll try to help.
I got this headunit and the ac works but barely .it only blows out fresh air .. its so annoying theres a wire that im guessing is ac related thats unconnected cause it doesnt get cold or warm . Im about to give up on it.
@@Bartsimpsons0n there's not a separate wire for the AC controller. This would be controlled by the CAN bus (Controller Area Network). I assume when you say that the "AC works" that you're meaning the LED lights up on the physical AC button? I would try reinstalling the factory radio and confirming that it's not a blend door issue firstly.
Yoooo you may have just saved me my brother. I’ve been looking high and low for a new head unit for my 06 gs300 but was scared I’d lose my climate control settings. I just added one to my watch list on the website you provided. Thanks again brother, also have you came across any problems with the unit so far?
@@gelatoconnoisseur5389 I haven't had any issues that made me regret buying this radio in all the time of owning this radio - almost 2 years. I did have an issue when I first got the radio with my "temperature up" button. It was not working and wouldn't work. I ran it like that for year and I just used the on-screen climate control to change the temperature. But when a botched software update caused me to lose my on-screen climate control app, I had to remove the radio for Winter so I could run the heat. I was about to order another radio when I decided to look on back of the radio and I discovered a very small resistor that had a broken solder joint. When I went to bend it back into place to see if it would work, the resistor broke off & disappeared forever - it was that small. So I actually found some resistors on Amazon. Even though it was physically larger than the original resistor, it was the same value. After soldering the resistor on, the button FINALLY worked. I was so happy lol By the way, the botched software update was because I touched the climate control buttons when I was updating the software. If you update the software, do NOT touch anything while the radio is updating.
@@nexus2lexus thank you for the information brother I used the link you provided then searched one for my car and boom found one for $297.78 before shipping and handling. Thanks again for making this video even though it was for a IS it pointed me in the right direction.
@@japerez5403 Thanks bro. Well assuming that you have sound through all other means (i.e., radio, cd, bluetooth, Android Auto/Apple carplay, etc.), your connection behind the radio should be fine. I know it sounds silly, but check your 3.5mm cable firstly by connecting to something in your home. Those cables are very cheap and not very durable. I don't know what all you've tried, but be sure you're using the app "Original Car" and select the correct icon. Remember this won't interface with the ipod like the OEM radio will. It's just a AUX connection. Lemme know what you find out please.
@@nexus2lexus Thanks for your response, but still the same issue, no sound of the Ipod, I tested the Aux cable on other items, and it worked. Everything works on the radio it's just the ipod that does not work, I did as you suggested, go to original car and select Aux. The CD sounds perfect but no sound from the Ipod.
@@japerez5403just to rule out the iPod, could you connect your phone (if you have a headphone jack) and try to play through the AUX with that? Not likely to change but at least we rule out the iPod. If that's fine, maybe look over my 'wiring close up' video to just double check that something wasn't overlooked. I feel like I can figure out issues if I was personally taking a look at it but it's really difficult to troubleshoot for others online. th-cam.com/video/vjJeJl06_H4/w-d-xo.htmlsi=b7siWe7Qwfkr7R4i
@@nexus2lexus The ipod works well, I tried with other items, I'm thinking of maybe buying a bluetooth adapter for ipod, is a Nano and does not have blue tooth connectivity; that way I could blue tooth it and maybe get sound. What do you think? Again, thanks for your quick response.
@@japerez5403 yes that will work as well in pinch. Like some kind of bluetooth transmitter? I've never messed with them, but I know they work for people with specific circumstances. Good thinking there man 👍
@@jkhoeun59try looking at my other video and go to the "Sound Wiring" timestamp at 19:05 th-cam.com/video/vjJeJl06_H4/w-d-xo.htmlsi=wjsrqd6TprF-_NuR See if that helps.
I have a 2013 w/ nav. I really want carplay, but these screens aren't compatible with my car (different wires). Do you know any other methods to get carplay/android auto under $300. There's Grom but that's way out of my price range.
Sorry to hear. Unfortunately, I haven't found anything under $300 as I'm looking for something for my wife's 2010 FX35 as well. Ever since I've been using Android Auto, she's been wanting that feature as well. We have decided on the GROM unit (maybe the Nifty City) for hers, but it will be a few more months before we pull the trigger on that unit. I know it's out of your price range, but the GROM brand is a good product. I've been using a GROM interface in my '04 G35 for many years.
I have a question. I bought the same model as yours. I can’t see to work the ac climate control display. When I touch the screen to just click around none of the AC digital functions work.. any reason?
@@debianlinux9448 sorry I'm just seeing your comment - I run a separate monetized TH-cam channel and don't check this channel often. My first question is if your climate control works with the physical buttons? - if the physical climate control buttons do not work, I would say there's a connector that needs to be plugged in. - if the physical climate control buttons do work... Do you see the same buttons on the digital display, but that nothing is responding to your touches? Is that what you mean? Or do you not see any digital buttons to press? Unfortunately it's difficult to diagnose if it's the radio itself, something in settings or software, or something with wiring without being able to see exactly what issue you're having.
@@johnleflore4313 I'm sorry my friend, but I do not know. I have come across 1 maybe 2 videos of other channels having a factory backup camera work with this radio. I do not remember what they said they did to get the factory back up camera to work, but I believe it had to do with the having the OBD II plug connected. I hope you find the video you're looking for. 👍
Sorry just getting around to answering this. I run a monetized YT channel and I don't check this channel often. This radio is installed in a non-nav (no screen), non ML Lexus IS250 You are correct in saying that some of these Android radios are not compatible with the some of Lexus IS models with a factory NAV and factory backup camera. With that said, I did find some other install videos of these radios and comments seemed to be mixed in those videos. Some say they can work, but I don't know what software those are using. My advice is that if you go to Ali Express and find a model you like, ask the seller questions. If they don't get back to you within a day or so, move on to the next model (keep in kind timezones). The seller of this radio I purchased always answered my questions within 24 hours for what it's worth.
From your video i ordered this radio for my own is250...slightly different version but comes down to the same😊....i have a question....i have the idea that my radio is blocking the sound of android auto...so if i go from radio to android auto i dont get no sound from spotify or from calls and the radio keeps playing....i was hoping that you would have an idea whats wrong😊...
@@miesdaantje by chance, would you ever be able to record exactly what it's doing & upload it on your yt channel? I can kinda picture what you're talking about, but I would like to see it in action. Thx
@@nexus2lexus hee man thanks for your fast response....i think i can do that...for now im going to make my story easier... So what happens is........im going in my is250....start the enige....everything is booting up on the radio......radio fm is going to play from the 'radio' app.....in the meantime my android auto is also automaticly wireless connected......so i get the android auto screen with maps and spotify....(now radio app now is still playing from the fm).....if i press play on spotify i see that the song is playing by the timer of the song...but i dont hear the sound trough the speakers because my fm radio is still playing.....if i make a Phonecall poeple can here me but i can't here the People talking...it seems to me like a software'ish or a setting that is not correct....for me it should be that when im starting a sporify song or a dial that every other app should turn off the sounds.....greetzzzzz from the netherlands 🇳🇱🇳🇱🇳🇱🇯🇵🇯🇵🇯🇵
Some extra info that might come handy for you....its a 07 is 250 with mark levinson....i also cant get my original camera working.....but maybe thats sonething i have to live with with this radio
@@miesdaantje thx for the info. So I understand that your IS250 originally came with a NAV screen and OE back-up camera (also Mark Levinson)? If that's the case, it may be a CANbus issue or a wiring incompatibility? I say this because some IS owners have reported issues with this radio (and other "versions") functioning correctly on IS250s/350s with the factory Nav Screen & Mark Levinson system - if at all. However, if other things work, I'm not completely convinced that it's all radio software related. The part that you described trouble with has so far sounds "phone related" (i. e., Android Auto, phone calls, Spotify) Firstly, try resetting your radio since it's easy to do. Take a paper clip and insert it into the reset hole below the radio's microphone. Also reboot your phone & be sure all phone apps are updated. Another question I had was if bluetooth worked at all on the radio? Next check software versions on the radio itself and make sure that it's updated. One thing I want to point out also is that the "radio app" you're referring to is indeed the on the Android unit itself and NOT the AM/FM button or Original Car app. If you're playing the radio from those, you won't be able to exit out from the "radio" unless you select the "back arrow" If none of those are the issue the only thing that I can think of is contact the seller. Ask the seller if the radio will work with your current factory setup. If all else fails you could always turn on mobile data on your phone and use that to run apps such as Spotify on the actual radio by installing them from the Playstore. Again sorry, a bunch of questions I had since it's difficult to diagnose without being there especially considering there are so many versions of this radio
@@nexus2lexus hee man thanks again...its indeed a mark levinson system....Bluetooth is working because i see the connection on my Phone and on the radio display...what if been noticing is that in the bleutooth setting on my phone the calling connection is on but the audio connection is standing off...but even when i put it on again i would still have no sound from my Phone....i indeed using the original lexus knops like fm...i can also adjust the volume with the original volume knop....its not that its nog working at all because somethimes ive managed to get sound from my Phone....Just have to understand how i did that😂...im now going to reset everything and try again✌️
I bought a 210-degree field of view (FOV) back-up camera on Amazon. I would give the link, but for some reason they no longer sell the one I bought. Sorry bro.
Can you use android auto with this radio cause i have same setup you have. I was curious bout this radio plus another that looked like a tesla screen.. mine lexus is a 07. So im guessing i would need a 09 vent to fill the gap after install
Hello. If you look at the video description, there are timestamps and Android Auto is one of the sections. So yes, Android Auto is programmed into this specific radio. Yes, the newer style vent would be needed because of the shape of the radio.
@@lilrob9358 yes. I don't use Amazon Music, but I just tested it. If the app is installed on your Android phone, it shows up on the Android Auto apps screen. I use Pandora and Sirius XM and they perform very well. I imagine that Amazon Music will perform just as well.
@@KK001 by "doesn't work," what do you mean specifically? Does it show up on screen, but just doesn't respond? Does it respond, just no sound change? Does it not show up on the screen at all?
@@nexus2lexus the app is there and i can use it but it just doesnt affect the sound at all. Though it used to for the first days but then stoped and never worked again. Now i use the "original car" eq but that ones not perfect either as it keeps reseting itself when i turn the car off, so i have to keep adjusting the setting until it finally keeps them. I have the mark levinson system, if that makes any difference.
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I just installed mine today, your other videos were really helpful in installing it.
Thankful to hear something helped. It's the whole purpose of putting them up.
Just be careful on the road. There's so much going on with the radio that it's easy to get sensory overload. It's probably the only thing I don't like about the radio. Too much of a good thing. I enjoy the simplicity of the OEM radio, but there are just some features I feel I need that only an aftermarket radio like this can provide. Lemme know if you have any questions about anything that wasn't covered in any of the videos & I'll try to help.
Where can I get one?
good video man, nicely detailed and it really helps alot.
Thanks brother
I got this headunit and the ac works but barely .it only blows out fresh air .. its so annoying theres a wire that im guessing is ac related thats unconnected cause it doesnt get cold or warm . Im about to give up on it.
@@Bartsimpsons0n there's not a separate wire for the AC controller. This would be controlled by the CAN bus (Controller Area Network). I assume when you say that the "AC works" that you're meaning the LED lights up on the physical AC button?
I would try reinstalling the factory radio and confirming that it's not a blend door issue firstly.
Update the ac is blowing cold air now after several months of it being on
Yoooo you may have just saved me my brother. I’ve been looking high and low for a new head unit for my 06 gs300 but was scared I’d lose my climate control settings. I just added one to my watch list on the website you provided. Thanks again brother, also have you came across any problems with the unit so far?
@@gelatoconnoisseur5389 I haven't had any issues that made me regret buying this radio in all the time of owning this radio - almost 2 years.
I did have an issue when I first got the radio with my "temperature up" button. It was not working and wouldn't work. I ran it like that for year and I just used the on-screen climate control to change the temperature. But when a botched software update caused me to lose my on-screen climate control app, I had to remove the radio for Winter so I could run the heat.
I was about to order another radio when I decided to look on back of the radio and I discovered a very small resistor that had a broken solder joint. When I went to bend it back into place to see if it would work, the resistor broke off & disappeared forever - it was that small.
So I actually found some resistors on Amazon. Even though it was physically larger than the original resistor, it was the same value. After soldering the resistor on, the button FINALLY worked. I was so happy lol
By the way, the botched software update was because I touched the climate control buttons when I was updating the software. If you update the software, do NOT touch anything while the radio is updating.
@@gelatoconnoisseur5389 also remember that this radio is for an IS, not a GS
@@nexus2lexus thank you for the information brother I used the link you provided then searched one for my car and boom found one for $297.78 before shipping and handling. Thanks again for making this video even though it was for a IS it pointed me in the right direction.
@@gelatoconnoisseur5389 sweet bro! I love the GS'es by the way. Such great looking vehicles.
Man this is a great video, I just installed mine but my Ipod does not work, I did what you did but no sound. Any thoughts?
@@japerez5403 Thanks bro. Well assuming that you have sound through all other means (i.e., radio, cd, bluetooth, Android Auto/Apple carplay, etc.), your connection behind the radio should be fine. I know it sounds silly, but check your 3.5mm cable firstly by connecting to something in your home. Those cables are very cheap and not very durable.
I don't know what all you've tried, but be sure you're using the app "Original Car" and select the correct icon.
Remember this won't interface with the ipod like the OEM radio will. It's just a AUX connection. Lemme know what you find out please.
@@nexus2lexus Thanks for your response, but still the same issue, no sound of the Ipod, I tested the Aux cable on other items, and it worked. Everything works on the radio it's just the ipod that does not work, I did as you suggested, go to original car and select Aux. The CD sounds perfect but no sound from the Ipod.
@@japerez5403just to rule out the iPod, could you connect your phone (if you have a headphone jack) and try to play through the AUX with that? Not likely to change but at least we rule out the iPod.
If that's fine, maybe look over my 'wiring close up' video to just double check that something wasn't overlooked.
I feel like I can figure out issues if I was personally taking a look at it but it's really difficult to troubleshoot for others online.
th-cam.com/video/vjJeJl06_H4/w-d-xo.htmlsi=b7siWe7Qwfkr7R4i
@@nexus2lexus The ipod works well, I tried with other items, I'm thinking of maybe buying a bluetooth adapter for ipod, is a Nano and does not have blue tooth connectivity; that way I could blue tooth it and maybe get sound. What do you think? Again, thanks for your quick response.
@@japerez5403 yes that will work as well in pinch. Like some kind of bluetooth transmitter? I've never messed with them, but I know they work for people with specific circumstances. Good thinking there man 👍
My friends bought the same radio and no sound coming out. We did everything.
@@jkhoeun59try looking at my other video and go to the "Sound Wiring" timestamp at 19:05 th-cam.com/video/vjJeJl06_H4/w-d-xo.htmlsi=wjsrqd6TprF-_NuR
See if that helps.
I have a 2013 w/ nav. I really want carplay, but these screens aren't compatible with my car (different wires). Do you know any other methods to get carplay/android auto under $300. There's Grom but that's way out of my price range.
Sorry to hear. Unfortunately, I haven't found anything under $300 as I'm looking for something for my wife's 2010 FX35 as well. Ever since I've been using Android Auto, she's been wanting that feature as well.
We have decided on the GROM unit (maybe the Nifty City) for hers, but it will be a few more months before we pull the trigger on that unit. I know it's out of your price range, but the GROM brand is a good product. I've been using a GROM interface in my '04 G35 for many years.
I have a question. I bought the same model as yours. I can’t see to work the ac climate control display. When I touch the screen to just click around none of the AC digital functions work.. any reason?
@@debianlinux9448 sorry I'm just seeing your comment - I run a separate monetized TH-cam channel and don't check this channel often.
My first question is if your climate control works with the physical buttons?
- if the physical climate control buttons do not work, I would say there's a connector that needs to be plugged in.
- if the physical climate control buttons do work... Do you see the same buttons on the digital display, but that nothing is responding to your touches? Is that what you mean?
Or do you not see any digital buttons to press?
Unfortunately it's difficult to diagnose if it's the radio itself, something in settings or software, or something with wiring without being able to see exactly what issue you're having.
Hello I have a 2006 is 250 I would like to buy one
Do you have the information how to buy one the same one that you just install
Hello. The link to this radio is in the video description.
If you already have a back up camera how would set up the radio just curious?
@@johnleflore4313 I'm sorry my friend, but I do not know. I have come across 1 maybe 2 videos of other channels having a factory backup camera work with this radio. I do not remember what they said they did to get the factory back up camera to work, but I believe it had to do with the having the OBD II plug connected. I hope you find the video you're looking for. 👍
@@nexus2lexus thanks for the info 💯
is this for the factory version with the built-in backup camera and AC/Nav? i know some screens arent compatible with these headunits.
Sorry just getting around to answering this. I run a monetized YT channel and I don't check this channel often.
This radio is installed in a non-nav (no screen), non ML Lexus IS250
You are correct in saying that some of these Android radios are not compatible with the some of Lexus IS models with a factory NAV and factory backup camera.
With that said, I did find some other install videos of these radios and comments seemed to be mixed in those videos. Some say they can work, but I don't know what software those are using.
My advice is that if you go to Ali Express and find a model you like, ask the seller questions. If they don't get back to you within a day or so, move on to the next model (keep in kind timezones). The seller of this radio I purchased always answered my questions within 24 hours for what it's worth.
you have to ask if the seller sells the right wiring harness for it
From your video i ordered this radio for my own is250...slightly different version but comes down to the same😊....i have a question....i have the idea that my radio is blocking the sound of android auto...so if i go from radio to android auto i dont get no sound from spotify or from calls and the radio keeps playing....i was hoping that you would have an idea whats wrong😊...
@@miesdaantje by chance, would you ever be able to record exactly what it's doing & upload it on your yt channel? I can kinda picture what you're talking about, but I would like to see it in action. Thx
@@nexus2lexus hee man thanks for your fast response....i think i can do that...for now im going to make my story easier...
So what happens is........im going in my is250....start the enige....everything is booting up on the radio......radio fm is going to play from the 'radio' app.....in the meantime my android auto is also automaticly wireless connected......so i get the android auto screen with maps and spotify....(now radio app now is still playing from the fm).....if i press play on spotify i see that the song is playing by the timer of the song...but i dont hear the sound trough the speakers because my fm radio is still playing.....if i make a Phonecall poeple can here me but i can't here the People talking...it seems to me like a software'ish or a setting that is not correct....for me it should be that when im starting a sporify song or a dial that every other app should turn off the sounds.....greetzzzzz from the netherlands 🇳🇱🇳🇱🇳🇱🇯🇵🇯🇵🇯🇵
Some extra info that might come handy for you....its a 07 is 250 with mark levinson....i also cant get my original camera working.....but maybe thats sonething i have to live with with this radio
@@miesdaantje thx for the info. So I understand that your IS250 originally came with a NAV screen and OE back-up camera (also Mark Levinson)? If that's the case, it may be a CANbus issue or a wiring incompatibility?
I say this because some IS owners have reported issues with this radio (and other "versions") functioning correctly on IS250s/350s with the factory Nav Screen & Mark Levinson system - if at all.
However, if other things work, I'm not completely convinced that it's all radio software related. The part that you described trouble with has so far sounds "phone related" (i. e., Android Auto, phone calls, Spotify)
Firstly, try resetting your radio since it's easy to do. Take a paper clip and insert it into the reset hole below the radio's microphone.
Also reboot your phone & be sure all phone apps are updated.
Another question I had was if bluetooth worked at all on the radio?
Next check software versions on the radio itself and make sure that it's updated.
One thing I want to point out also is that the "radio app" you're referring to is indeed the on the Android unit itself and NOT the AM/FM button or Original Car app. If you're playing the radio from those, you won't be able to exit out from the "radio" unless you select the "back arrow"
If none of those are the issue the only thing that I can think of is contact the seller. Ask the seller if the radio will work with your current factory setup.
If all else fails you could always turn on mobile data on your phone and use that to run apps such as Spotify on the actual radio by installing them from the Playstore.
Again sorry, a bunch of questions I had since it's difficult to diagnose without being there especially considering there are so many versions of this radio
@@nexus2lexus hee man thanks again...its indeed a mark levinson system....Bluetooth is working because i see the connection on my Phone and on the radio display...what if been noticing is that in the bleutooth setting on my phone the calling connection is on but the audio connection is standing off...but even when i put it on again i would still have no sound from my Phone....i indeed using the original lexus knops like fm...i can also adjust the volume with the original volume knop....its not that its nog working at all because somethimes ive managed to get sound from my Phone....Just have to understand how i did that😂...im now going to reset everything and try again✌️
Can you post the link of where you bought the system?
Hello, it's in the video description. Thanks for watching
how you did a fish view in the reverse camera?
I bought a 210-degree field of view (FOV) back-up camera on Amazon. I would give the link, but for some reason they no longer sell the one I bought. Sorry bro.
Can you use android auto with this radio cause i have same setup you have. I was curious bout this radio plus another that looked like a tesla screen.. mine lexus is a 07. So im guessing i would need a 09 vent to fill the gap after install
Hello. If you look at the video description, there are timestamps and Android Auto is one of the sections. So yes, Android Auto is programmed into this specific radio. Yes, the newer style vent would be needed because of the shape of the radio.
@nexus2lexus thank you I have one more question also.. I use prime music would that work with this headunit also?
@@lilrob9358 yes. I don't use Amazon Music, but I just tested it. If the app is installed on your Android phone, it shows up on the Android Auto apps screen. I use Pandora and Sirius XM and they perform very well. I imagine that Amazon Music will perform just as well.
The eg app doesnt work on my headunit. Any ideas?
Eg app? Or do u mean EQ?
@@nexus2lexus eq yeah, i cant type.
@@KK001 by "doesn't work," what do you mean specifically?
Does it show up on screen, but just doesn't respond? Does it respond, just no sound change? Does it not show up on the screen at all?
@@nexus2lexus the app is there and i can use it but it just doesnt affect the sound at all. Though it used to for the first days but then stoped and never worked again.
Now i use the "original car" eq but that ones not perfect either as it keeps reseting itself when i turn the car off, so i have to keep adjusting the setting until it finally keeps them.
I have the mark levinson system, if that makes any difference.