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Connect any video source to your BMW iDrive (CIC) screen

Car video interface for BMW 1, 3, 5, 6, 7 of 2009 and following model years, is a revolutionary product that allows you to integrate an external video source to your cars factory fitted iDrive screen. Once installed, it gives you the ability to connect an in car DVD player, games console, iPod Video, Digital TV Tuner or Rear View Camera to keep your passengers entertained. The multimedia interface has a total of two video inputs, rear view camera input and RGB connection to add Satellite Navigation if you do not have the factory fitted option. 

The interface does not replace your original system - it offers perfect integration to maintain your OEM appearance.

 Features

• Watch any video source on your original factory fitted screen.
• Two video inputs
• Rear view camera input - automatic switching when in reverse gear
• RGB input for aftermarket navigation
• Video in Motion - for connected video sources
• Switch between BMW display and AV input using iDrive controls or toggle switch
• Can be used with both BMW 8.8" and 6.5" monitors
• Two display modes on 8.8" monitor [16:9/ultra wide]

The kit includes the following:

• BMW iDrive Multimedia Video Interface
• LVDS monitor cable
• Plug and Play harness
• AV cables and toggle switch
• Installation manual

Installation

Installation involves removing the original connector on the back of your iDrive screen and connecting it to the interface, then connect the supplied LVDS cable from the video interface back into your iDrive screen. The plug & play harness can also be connected behind the screen so there is no need to access the back of the radio. 

Press and hold the “MENU” button to switch from the BMW display to RGB > AV1 > AV2 or alternatively use the toggle switch.

Connect a 12v reverse supply if fitting a rear view camera. The interface will then switch to the rear view camera automatically when in reverse gear.

Audio

This interface is designed for video only. 

Audio is provided by connecting the video source to the AUX input (if available) or an FM transmitter.

Compatibility: 

Compatible with the BMW iDrive Navigation System (CIC) with the 80GB Hard Drive from 2009 onwards

1 Series (E87), 3 Series (E90, E91,E92), 5 Series (E60, E61, F10), 6 Series (E63), X5 (E70) and X6 (E71)

Not compatible with the BMW 7 Series, BMW F20, BMW F30 or BMW CCC Navigation System. 

Specification:

• BATT/ACC range : 7V~25V
• Power : 0.3A @12V
• Video input : 0.7V~1V
• Audio input : 0~5Vpp
• Video input formats: NTSC
• CAMERA wire : 0V ~30V, Trigger condition @>3V 3v >