Plug & Play Units

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isflojo

Discussion Starter · May 10, 2009

There are three plug & play units I want to have installed in the future. They are the Tom's LTS, navigation override by Prestigious Society, and the Ipod adapter from the dealer. I just want to know if these devices will work together without causing problems such as shorts, electrocutions, explosions, and fire while the car is in motion (scary thought)!

Does any of you have all of these installed? If so, please give me some feedback.

I'm assuming installation would be simultaneous, since they all plug in at the back of the nav unit?

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Flipside909

· #21 · Jul 9, 2009

Which bypass did you end up getting? Let me know if you need any tips. Mine is installed finally and works great along side my Lexus accessory ipod adapter.

isflojo

Discussion Starter · #22 · Jul 9, 2009

I ended up with the Prestigious Society one. I'm planning to install it with my cousin's help this Saturday. I'm also meeting with Clark tomorrow to have the Blitz Throttle Controller installed! Can't wait!

Flipside909

· #23 · Jul 10, 2009

Oh yeah? I will call you tomorrow. I missed your call earlier this afternoon.

I have the same R-Spec unit purchased through Prestigious!

isflojo

Discussion Starter · #24 · Jul 10, 2009

VSL-F said:
Lexus installed the Vaistech ipod adapter for me when I bought the car, and I installed the navi bypass myself. It works perfectly, no problems. I can't comment on the Tom's LTS, because I don't have it, but I can't imagine it causing any problems.

Do you have the navi bypass from Prestigious Society?

isflojo

Discussion Starter · #25 · Jul 10, 2009

Flipside909 said:
Oh yeah? I will call you tomorrow. I missed your call earlier this afternoon.

I have the same R-Spec unit purchased through Prestigious!

I just got back from VIP Autosalon and now enjoying the Blitz Throttle Controller! Man, what a difference!!!

I ordered the ipod interface from viastech and it should be arriving tomorrow, just in time for installation with the navi bypass. However, when I spoke to Clark about it, he said he's not sure whether the two would work together. That makes me anxious! Hope it all goes well tomorrow...

isflojo

Discussion Starter · #26 · Jul 11, 2009

I just installed the navi bypass from Prestigious Society and it works just like a charm. Mark Hou from PS was very helpful on giving me some tips for the installation, on top of the written instructions that was provided. In fact, he was willing to drop by if I needed the help since I live close by his shop. That's excellent customer service and product that I highly recommend. Thank you Mark.

isflojo

Discussion Starter · #27 · Jul 13, 2009 (Edited)

Flipside909 said:
Which bypass did you end up getting? Let me know if you need any tips. Mine is installed finally and works great along side my Lexus accessory ipod adapter.

Hey Ryan, did the installer place the connector in your glove box? I'll be getting mine tomorrow (delayed delivery), and I'm wondering where would be the best place to put it. It looks like I have to cut a hole in the glove box if I decide to put it there. Any suggestions?

Flipside909

· #28 · Jul 13, 2009

I have my ipod connector in the center console. Easy access compared to the glove box.

X20A

· #29 · Jul 13, 2009

I was thinking of getting the Prestigious Society Navi Bypass for my F when I take the plunge, but I heard that Ontario, Canada is releasing legislation such that if you are caught looking at any portable video screens, such as cell phones, portable DVD players, etc. while driving, or fidgetting with any electronics such as Navigation systems while the car is in motion, there is a stiff penalty.

I think I read that somewhere, but now I'm trying to find where again.

isflojo

Discussion Starter · #30 · Jul 14, 2009

I ordered the SL2Vi-P4 and tried to install it, but I'm having trouble finding the multi-display unit connection. The diagram provided does not look anything like the back of our head unit. Can someone guide me? I wish it was as detailed as the instructions from Prestigious Society...

VSL-F

· #31 · Jul 14, 2009

isflojo said:
Hey Ryan, did the installer place the connector in your glove box? I'll be getting mine tomorrow (delayed delivery), and I'm wondering where would be the best place to put it. It looks like I have to cut a hole in the glove box if I decide to put it there. Any suggestions?

My ipod connector as well as PS navi bypass are both routed to the center console. I think this is the best place to have the controllers for both. They provide easy access to for the driver and no wires/controllers are exposed.

isflojo

Discussion Starter · #32 · Jul 14, 2009

VSL-F said:
My ipod connector as well as PS navi bypass are both routed to the center console. I think this is the best place to have the controllers for both. They provide easy access to for the driver and no wires/controllers are exposed.

Okay, so did you drill a hole through your center console where the second cup holder is located? Where did you mount the boxes for the PS and the ipod connector? Will they both fit at the back of the head unit?

2URGSE

· #33 · Jul 15, 2009

I'm researching the ISF right now, what is the Blitz controller? Is that an ECU mod???

So far the best mods for this car seem like the Joe Z exhaust system and the K&N Typhoon intake.

isflojo

Discussion Starter · #34 · Jul 15, 2009

Peleg said:
I'm researching the ISF right now, what is the Blitz controller? Is that an ECU mod???

So far the best mods for this car seem like the Joe Z exhaust system and the K&N Typhoon intake.

Check post #17.

isflojo

Discussion Starter · #35 · Jul 15, 2009

Well folks, I finally have all three units installed and everything works well. Thanks to all for your input. Now I can't get enough of driving my car even more!

2URGSE

· #36 · Dec 17, 2009

ngl1145 said:
There is no timing with the LTS. The LTS unit essentially amplifies the throttle response such that if you were on SP3 mode, your IS-F would be under full throttle at 1/2 the full pedal motion. I believe there must have been an OEM agreement between Blitz and TOMS where Blitz makes the electronic components and brands it TOMS. As a result TOMS sells theirs for a premium despite the name difference. Both units look identical other than the name that's on the screen. Carson Toyota also says they are the same units just re-branded.

It does changes the way car feels. That's why I posted in an earlier message that this is one of the mods you really feel right away. Again it does not give you more power, however it does change the way the power is delivered. If you put it on SP3 mode, you'll feel the surge of power when you step on it as opposed to being evenly distributed. Personally I like ECO and SP1 mode the best. SP2 and SP3 mode can be a little too touchy for me and you end up feeling the car jerk a bit when you let go of the throttle.

Installation was pretty easy. It only took me 20 min to install. It would have been faster if it wasn't so awkward to reach the top of the accelerator sensor. I actually looked at a DIY on the 2nd gen IS board however some of the pics they show are wrong. The actual sensor is located on the top of the accelerator assembly. Just be careful when pulling things apart. I mounted my control for the LTS just above where the button is to open the trunk or the fuel cover.

Could be my imagination, but after I installed the Joe Z I feel the car actually picks up faster especially when I put my car in ECO or SP1 mode. The other day I ran a japanese sport bike (not sure which one) pretty hard in SP1 mode. Must be 600 cc or so. He jumped on me at first but I actually was neck to neck with him by the end of it.

Off topic but dropped my Lexon front lip to get painted today.

1. Does the dealer sells this kit?

2. The modes you're mentioning, how do you switch between them?

abyars

· #37 · Dec 18, 2009

Here is something that will help you all understand the function.

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