bojams Posted December 2, 2003 Share Posted December 2, 2003 I recently purchased a 1999 LX470. I would like to install a flip down DVD system, but I'm not sure if it is doable. I prefer the flip down to video monitors in the headrests. Any ideas and/or pitfalls regarding the installation of a flip down DVD system. Bojams Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alvette5 Posted February 22, 2004 Share Posted February 22, 2004 I just purchased my Lexus and I'm wondering the same thing. I went to the "Good Guys" and checked out their selection. It seems they're having a special on flip down screen/DVD player/2 headphone packages by Alpine and Sony. I'm not too keen about Audiovox and I don't know if their quality is up to snuff. I'm concerned that if you get a large screen you'll obviously have less rearview vision. I'm still shopping around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badams Posted February 29, 2004 Share Posted February 29, 2004 I got my 1999 LX 470 about a 1.5 years ago. I had an Audiovox overhead DVD video system added on behind the sunroof (replaced the roof light with DVD system) installed at Circuit City. It hangs down kind of low and when the screen is down it blocks some of the rear view mirror view. DVD / CD's are put directly into the overhead unit NOT under the seat in a DVD player . I put it in so that our kids could watch movies or listen to their own CD's while we are traveling on long trips. I have aremote control for the unit and Infra Red wireless head phones for kids only sound or we can choose to hear the sound from the DVD player over the Nachomichi original equipment car stereo system. The prices for these mobile video systems has come down quite a bit since I had mine installed shortly after I bought this vehicle. I am still very happy with the option of being able to listen to cd's or the radio while the kids can listen to what they want to in the back. I also like to be able to watch the TV (ballgames) while tailgating. I hope this info helps ( I would recommend this setup) just make sure that you are ok with how low it will hang down while in use or when folded closed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jocigar Posted March 1, 2004 Share Posted March 1, 2004 Costco has the flip down unit for $750.. I don't remember the brand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alvette5 Posted March 8, 2004 Share Posted March 8, 2004 I just purchased my Lexus and I'm wondering the same thing. I went to the "Good Guys" and checked out their selection. It seems they're having a special on flip down screen/DVD player/2 headphone packages by Alpine and Sony. I'm not too keen about Audiovox and I don't know if their quality is up to snuff. I'm concerned that if you get a large screen you'll obviously have less rearview vision. I'm still shopping around. Ok, just purchased the Alpine overhead monitor/2 headset system with the Audiovox DVD player. The install came out to @ $300 and took a whole day to install. At Good Guys it cost me $1500 out the door. So far so good. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrwright Posted March 8, 2004 Share Posted March 8, 2004 Ok, let's see it!!!! Pic's please!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
azam_butt1 Posted March 17, 2004 Share Posted March 17, 2004 I purchased my lx470 and I am wondering if there is a way I can get a stereo wiring harness for the 99 model with the nakamichi system I have looked every where on the net but cant find it let me know if any of you know about the harness Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parker@312 Posted March 24, 2004 Share Posted March 24, 2004 I just purchased a 2002 LX470 ( My son rolled my 2000 LX470, not hurt at all) I had a 12" drop down DVD player installed in the middle behind the sun roof. They mounted the DVD player in the center console. This makes the drop down slim (1") and doesn't block the center seat view. We love it so far. I would show pictures but do not know how to post them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackNite Posted April 21, 2004 Share Posted April 21, 2004 Have 2 separate FM Modulators "professionally" installed to my '99 Nakimichi H/U. One drives DVD, the other XM-RADIO. Works but not pleased loosing 50% of volume. It's as if the FM Modulator by-passes Lexus amplifier. Other insights/ideas to make volume output equal to base system appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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