▀▄ eas - TVinMOTION module installation on MY09 M3 (CIC iDrive)

tom @ eas · 11-30-2009, 01:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fraizzo

This module works on 7 Series Bmw year 2009????

It should - we have not have a MY09 7-series in house to verify, but it should be no different.

suffix · 12-29-2009, 07:08 AM

hello. I have bought the module and tried to install it. But when I tired to remove the trim (step 1) the whole vents come out as well. Is this how it should be? Can someone post a picture of the removed trim?
Thanks!

tom @ eas · 12-29-2009, 12:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by suffix

hello. I have bought the module and tried to install it. But when I tired to remove the trim (step 1) the whole vents come out as well. Is this how it should be? Can someone post a picture of the removed trim?
Thanks!

That's fine - the center vents are bolted to the center trim.

phattbam · 01-01-2010, 11:14 AM

does this work on the 2010 E70 X5's?

tom @ eas · 01-02-2010, 07:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by phattbam

does this work on the 2010 E70 X5's?

Yes, this will work on CiC-equipped X5s.

phattbam · 01-02-2010, 07:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tom @ eas

Yes, this will work on CiC-equipped X5s.

Thanks Tom for the quick response. Any chance there's a plug n play update as you have for the RemoteKey?

tom @ eas · 01-02-2010, 07:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by phattbam

Thanks Tom for the quick response. Any chance there's a plug n play update as you have for the RemoteKey?

Possibly, we have a harness fabbed up here as we speak. Unfortunately, this will increase the overall cost of the kit if included.

phattbam · 01-02-2010, 08:15 PM

How much extra added cost? Is it possible to make thAt an option to order?

tom @ eas · 01-02-2010, 08:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by phattbam

How much extra added cost? Is it possible to make thAt an option to order?

Not an option at this time, but we'll make the announcement when ready. The current kit is very simple for the DIY type.

phattbam · 01-02-2010, 09:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tom @ eas

Not an option at this time, but we'll make the announcement when ready. The current kit is very simple for the DIY type.

I was hoping for an option for leased cars that want a clean PnP setup that's all... Keep us posted

tom @ eas · 01-02-2010, 09:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by phattbam

I was hoping for an option for leased cars that want a clean PnP setup that's all... Keep us posted

With only 2 wires being cut, the install is not invasive at all.

phattbam · 01-02-2010, 11:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tom @ eas

With only 2 wires being cut, the install is not invasive at all.

thanks Tom. may have to order one in a few weeks

Eights-n-Aces · 01-03-2010, 10:29 AM

Are there any shops in the Fort Lauderdale area that can do this install?

tom @ eas · 01-03-2010, 12:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eights-n-Aces

Are there any shops in the Fort Lauderdale area that can do this install?

No one in FL I've worked with personally, but any experienced audio install facility can have this installed in no time at all.

suffix · 01-08-2010, 06:11 AM

is there a way to play video files on an '09 iDrive and not just DVDs?

tom @ eas · 01-08-2010, 11:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by suffix

is there a way to play video files on an '09 iDrive and not just DVDs?

To be honest, I haven't tried, give it a shot and let us know in the following formats:

MPEG
AVI
WMV

While raw DVD files will place in the drive, it may or may not have the codecs necessary to play compressed media. However, the CiC will play MP3 and WMV - that may be a sign other formats are compatible.

phattbam · 01-08-2010, 11:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by suffix

is there a way to play video files on an '09 iDrive and not just DVDs?

good question I'd like to know too.

Mrbangis · 01-08-2010, 11:39 AM

pm for price installed. any special deals at the moment?

tom @ eas · 01-08-2010, 11:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mrbangis

pm for price installed. any special deals at the moment?

Replying via PM to keep this thread tech-related.

chaos888 · 01-21-2010, 05:12 PM

Wanted to share my installation experience.

When I first looked at the instructions here before purchasing I found it confusing. But, like Tom stated, with everything there in front of you it's clearer. The wiring instructions required re-reading a couple times when I was installing it. Having done it once now I could do it without the instructions probably.

Difficulty-wise, if you've never done any electrical work before or aren't comfortable disassembling your car than I wouldn't say this install is easy. Otherwise it's fairly straightforward.

While the connectors were a nice addition, they were frustrating to use, there's not a lot of slack on the wires or room to work behind the CD/DVD unit once everything's reattached. I do have the additional wiring of the Spec.Dock and Multimedia kit/backup camera back there too though.

Several times the wires would come undone when moving the CD/DVD unit around (leading to some loud cursing

). I did end up twisting a pair of the spliced wires together and in retrospect probably should've done it for all the wires to be safe.

Fortunately, after putting everything back in place, it worked.

chaos888 · 01-21-2010, 05:17 PM

I tried AVIs and the DVD player didn't recognize them. I also tried converting the AVIs to DVD but it didn't work either. The video was compressed into the top half of the screen and the bottom was just green.

Has anyone had any luck with any video other than a regular DVD?

Quote:

Originally Posted by tom @ eas

To be honest, I haven't tried, give it a shot and let us know in the following formats:

MPEG
AVI
WMV

While raw DVD files will place in the drive, it may or may not have the codecs necessary to play compressed media. However, the CiC will play MP3 and WMV - that may be a sign other formats are compatible.

Ur_Up · 01-26-2010, 03:18 AM

Hi Tom@eas, im interested in getting this module too..

Will it be okay for 2009 Z4 e89? (im sure it will be the same for all 09 BMW with iDrive).

Also do i purchase via your website and how much is air postage to Australia?

Thanks!

12-29-2009, 07:08 AM	#46
suffix New Member 2 Rep 14 Posts Drives: BMW E92 M LeMans Blue Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Cyprus iTrader: (0)	hello. I have bought the module and tried to install it. But when I tired to remove the trim (step 1) the whole vents come out as well. Is this how it should be? Can someone post a picture of the removed trim? Thanks!
	Appreciate 0 Quote

01-01-2010, 11:14 AM	#48
phattbam Major General 180 Rep 5,822 Posts Drives: '17 Protonic Blue i3 REx Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: sf area iTrader: (21)	does this work on the 2010 E70 X5's?
	Appreciate 0 Quote

01-02-2010, 08:15 PM	#52
phattbam Major General 180 Rep 5,822 Posts Drives: '17 Protonic Blue i3 REx Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: sf area iTrader: (21)	How much extra added cost? Is it possible to make thAt an option to order?
	Appreciate 0 Quote

01-03-2010, 10:29 AM	#57
Eights-n-Aces []D []-[] []_[] []< []\[] []_[] '][' 27 Rep 418 Posts Drives: 335i Convertible/Le Mans Blue/ Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Weston, FL iTrader: (0) Garage List 2010 335 Convertible [0.00]	Are there any shops in the Fort Lauderdale area that can do this install? __________________ 2010 E93 335i M LeMans Blue 2001 E 46 330ci Coupe/silver/black/Sunroof 1999 BMW R1200C Cruiser-Ivory & Blue
	Appreciate 0 Quote

01-08-2010, 06:11 AM	#59
suffix New Member 2 Rep 14 Posts Drives: BMW E92 M LeMans Blue Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Cyprus iTrader: (0)	is there a way to play video files on an '09 iDrive and not just DVDs?
	Appreciate 0 Quote

01-08-2010, 11:39 AM	#62
Mrbangis Lieutenant Colonel 189 Rep 1,702 Posts Drives: 2018 M3 GrigioTelesto Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Socal iTrader: (3)	pm for price installed. any special deals at the moment?
	Appreciate 0 Quote

01-21-2010, 05:12 PM	#64
chaos888 Private 7 Rep 85 Posts Drives: M3 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: NorCal iTrader: (0)	Installed TVinMotion (smartTV) and Spec.Dock last night. Wanted to share my installation experience. When I first looked at the instructions here before purchasing I found it confusing. But, like Tom stated, with everything there in front of you it's clearer. The wiring instructions required re-reading a couple times when I was installing it. Having done it once now I could do it without the instructions probably. Difficulty-wise, if you've never done any electrical work before or aren't comfortable disassembling your car than I wouldn't say this install is easy. Otherwise it's fairly straightforward. While the connectors were a nice addition, they were frustrating to use, there's not a lot of slack on the wires or room to work behind the CD/DVD unit once everything's reattached. I do have the additional wiring of the Spec.Dock and Multimedia kit/backup camera back there too though. Several times the wires would come undone when moving the CD/DVD unit around (leading to some loud cursing ). I did end up twisting a pair of the spliced wires together and in retrospect probably should've done it for all the wires to be safe. Fortunately, after putting everything back in place, it worked.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

01-26-2010, 03:18 AM	#66
Ur_Up Private First Class 30 Rep 197 Posts Drives: BMW M4 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Gold Coast iTrader: (0)	Hi Tom@eas, im interested in getting this module too.. Will it be okay for 2009 Z4 e89? (im sure it will be the same for all 09 BMW with iDrive). Also do i purchase via your website and how much is air postage to Australia? Thanks!
	Appreciate 0 Quote