Beat-Sonic USA SKU: LGVIF-CB2W-CT

LGVIF-CB2W Wireless S-Connect Interface for Select 2013-2021 Lexus Models

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Plug & play solution to allow CarPlay & Android Auto on your 2013-2019 Lexus Models with Factory Navigation.

Easy to install with no special tools required and no modifications to the factory harness.

Features:

  • CarPlay & Android Auto using factory controls
  • Perfect for iPhone and Android users
  • A wired and wireless connection from the interface to your iPhone and Android phones
  • Volume control on the steering wheel will continue to function with CarPlay & Android Auto mode
  • The factory microphone will retain its function during CarPlay & Android Auto use
  • Compatible with iOS12 and iOS13, and Android 9 and 10
  • Smartphones will charge while connected to this device during CarPlay & Android Autouse
  • Long menu press will switch between CarPlay, Android Auto and factory radio mode
  • GVIF video input for high definition clear image
  • Climate control changes will automatically display the factory screen to show the setting
  • Optional USB Harness to change factory USB plug into CarPlay/Android Auto plug for 2013-2015 RX, GS and LS only

Compatibility:

  • 2013-2017 Lexus CT 200h with Factory Navigation
  • 2013-2018 Lexus ES 350 / 300h with Factory Navigation
  • 2013-2014 Lexus GS 350 / 450h with Factory Navigation
  • 2015-2017 Lexus GS 200t / 350 / 450h / GS F with or without Factory Navigation
  • 2018-2020 Lexus GS 300 / 350 / 450h / GS F with or without Factory Navigation
  • 2014-2016 Lexus IS 250 / 200t / 300 / 350 / with Factory Navigation
  • 2013-2017 Lexus LS 460 / 600h L with Factory Navigation
  • 2016-2021 Lexus LX 570 with or without Factory Navigation
  • 2015-2017 Lexus NX 200t / 300h with Factory Navigation
  • 2015-2017 Lexus RC 200t / 300 / 350 / RC F with Factory Navigation
  • 2013-2019 Lexus RX 350 / 450h with Factory Navigation


Additional Information:

  • Aux Input mode will become occupied with the new CarPlay / Android Auto device
  • Faint pop noise may be heard during vehicle turn on while in AUX mode
  • Volume level indicator change will not show in CarPlay / Android Auto mode
  • CarPlay official website for details: https://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/
  • Android Auto official website for details: https://www.android.com/auto/

FAQ:

  • Q: How can I get this unit installed in my vehicle and how much it would cost me?
  • A: You will have to purchase it from our website and either DIY the installation or have a local professional stereo shop do it for you. Installation labor fee will vary depending on the shop's hourly rate which can range from $100-$200/hour. This install may take several hours depending on the shop's experience and expertise.
  • Q: Can I listen to the car's radio or SAT radio while in Carplay / Android Auto mode?
  • A: You may listen to the car's native radio or SAT radio while in Carplay / Android Auto mode. However, you will not be able to hear Siri and turn by turn voice guidance. Instead, you may download the SAT radio application and/or radio application on your phone so that you may listen to the radio / SAT radio while in Carplay / Android Auto mode and hear Siri/turn by turn voice guidance.
  • Q: Is this compatible together with Beat-Sonic Front Camera Adapter?
  • A: Yes, this kit works great together with our front Camera Adapter
  • Q: Can I use my smartphone mirroring kit together with this kit?
  • A: Yes, both will work together without issues. 
  • Q: I don't want to install it by myself. Do you have any dealers around my area who can install for me?
  • A: We have a network of shops that we work with across the world. Please email us at info@beatsonicusa.com your location and we will find you the nearest available installer.
  • Q: Does this work Wirelessly?
  • A: Yes, this kit supports both wired and wireless solution
  • Q: Will the audio quality be the same as the factory’s quality?
  • A: Audio quality will be the same as factory as the audio is routed to the car's bluetooth. You may even use your factory USB port if you have an iPhone for audio while in Carplay mode.
  • Q:Can we use usb inside arm rest (2 usb ports) to connect to this device?
  • A: Unfortunately this kit is not compatible with a 2hub system USB. If you have the single USB system, you can reuse the factory USB plug using an optional harness.
  • Q: May I route the USB cable to the factory USB ports in the center console?
  • A: Yes, you may route the USB cable to where you desire. 
  • Q: Will I lose factory USB ports from functioning?
  • A: No, you will be able to keep factory USB ports and will continue to work with your factory infotainment system.
  • Q: Will the phone charge while in Carplay / Android Auto mode?
  • A: Yes, the phone will charge while being connected.
  • Q: Will this unit receive regular apple carplay updates like stock units?
  • A: The actual update is being done on your phone and will reflect on device when you use it.
  • Q: Does this unit support other languages?
  • A: The language setting is controlled by your phone. Depending on the language being used on the phone, will display on the screen.
  • Q: What is the difference between phone mirroring and Carplay/Android Auto?
  • A: Here is a great video showing the difference between Smartphone Mirroring and Carplay/Android Auto: https://youtu.be/_7eAk9ekxDI

Manual:

How to install optional USB Cable

Customer Reviews

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Kevin Atkins
Making a great car better

So, I bought the Android Auto interface for my 2017 ES 350 and wow, what a difference. Using the navigation mouse is easy before, but with the interface is genius. I love being able to drive for Uber and not having a bulky magnetic clampy thing all making my Lexus Dash look like an experiment in stabilizing a phone. It makes my experience more enjoyable. I only have a few things to note. When I connect it to Android Auto settings, sometimes the only way to connect is to use the cord. The wireless connection choice is not always available. But, I found that if I turn off the car, restart it and go to settings and choose, it will appear and automatically connect. And sometimes it connects as I am going to pick up my phone to make the connection like there is a latency of about 2.0-3.5 seconds before its smooth. I'm ok with that as long as it works. One time it did disconnect completly while I was on a trip with Uber. The native screen came up to choose Android or Apple or settings. I was able to use my phone to complete the trip and afterwards it connected after stopping and restarting the vehicle and phone. I expect this to be less frequent as I use it more. Maybe user error. If not, oh well nothing is perfect. I'm used to things being glitchy, I have a cat with five toes and three legs, my fridge light comes on when the door is closing not when its open. My Apple TV disconnects my Bluetooth speakers at least twice a month, Google has forgotten my password three times in 9 months, even though I write it down on the wall in front of my computer every time. So, I'm ok with a few hiccups as long as it works with a wired connection if the wireless chooses not to be available that time. Hell, it might be the Android Auto app in my phone that is causing all this.

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Jacob Willis
Worthwhile and easy upgrade

I had been waffling on purchasing some kind of Android Auto device for my '19 RX350 since I first picked it up in '21. The hesitation was on the parts not being sold by Lexus and the headaches that having it may incur.

After some travel a month prior to Christmas, I began looking into these again, and that's when I found that the Beat-Sonic kit is being sold by Lexus now! After weighing shipping speeds, I ended up ordering directly from Beat-Sonic.

Parts were delivered quickly and packaged well. My installation maybe took 2-2.5 hours being meticulous and making sure to test everything. The process was very simple, the hardest part being getting to the back of the head unit and putting everything back together.

Having the phone use the cars bluetooth was a great idea, I just had to tell Android Auto not to start playing music when it connects, and instead leave that to the car. Everything else worked great right out the box!

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Austin Vuong

I’ve been looking at this brand for years now and watched so many videos dreaming of having Apple CarPlay. I finally bought this product and I am not disappointed. This met my expectations and an upgrade needed for my GS350. If you need or want one definitely buy it from BeatSonic, because they’re Lexus approved!

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skeeter
Awesome! Now I have carplay! Loving it so far

Took me about 2 to 2.5 hours to install on my 2020 GS 350. The youtube video for GS 350 was right on. The hardest part was trying to tuck eveything neatly and get the wires through from the radio to the bottom panel. Other than that, it was as described in the video. The product so far is living up to the hype. One quirk is that sometimes when I restart the car, it will go to the carplay mode, other times it will stay on factory until I press the map key. Also, the video talks about calibrating the sound, but the version I got didn't have that. Overall, love the system and the fact that I now have carplay. Much cheaper than the dealer service to install carplay.

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Jess Markey
Fantastic

We installed it in 3 hours. Had a question and called for help. It was answered quickly and works perfectly. Thank you Beat-sonic

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