Lexus GX470 Aftermarket Radio Review and Walkthrough 

It is very elegant and presents an update to 2021 I recommend it

I really appreciate this video!! I've been wanting one of these for my GX for a while now. Definitely getting it.

We installed the PX6 a couple of days ago and love it! Your installation video and walkthrough definitely made it worthwhile especially working out the glitches. We also ordered the 360 camera and looking forward to your installation video for guidance!

You helped me with setting my time. I had both of my features set to auto so I wasn’t able to set my time zone. To calibrate the pitch and roll, you need to be on a level surface. Then tap and hold onto the circle you want to calibrate. You’ll see the car adjust and move once it’s calibrated. You can do these for both circles. Hope this helps I need to learn how to download apps and figure out how to change my upload picture. I have a lambo on mine. Lol

Hi, thanks for review)) For calibration of gyroscope, try to press and hold for a 5-10 seconds on left pictore of the car. It will nullify it to zero (upright) position))

Lovin the videos and updates! I am about to fit my LX 470 with this setup as well. Niche video for a small community, but greatly appreciated for those who know!

The Mark Levinson speakers are awesome. You need to go into the “console” menu then “amp info” and adjust the volume there - “cur volume” It’s a different volume adjustment than the one that’s rigged up to your steering wheel / appears in the bottom right corner. I call it the “software” adjustment. I seem to get the best results by maxing this out at 60. That makes the “software” volume top out around 13/40 before it gets distorted - but this combination is comparable to the cd quality audio from the oem unit at max volume - which is very loud, has no distortion, and has banging bass.

I bought a GX with one of these already installed. Definitely interested in learning more about it

We have one on our lx570 and absolutely love it. Great video!

Just ordered one yesterday. Great walkthrough

What’s the protocol for the Lexus gx470? My ac controls won’t work

I just did the install for the quickboot version with android 9 for my gx and love it. I did need assistance from Phoenix to help with settings for the climate and some other internal settings. Worked great and has better sound than the oem. I am putting different speakers and an amp in when they get delivered.

A really nice addition to this device would be custom skins. Also, the Lexus logo instead of an image of the car would be classier.

FYI....Just installed a brand new unit into my GX470. Firmware was dated 10/20/2020 and all AC controls are not responsive and can be controlled from within the app on the screen. All seems very smooth now compared to what I have been seeing on these reviews. It also includes day and night brightness presets.

The supplier you purchased this from has the prices at over 500% of what you can buy off AliExpress. These units normally go for between US$400 to $800.

This is so helpful. Thanks for the info.

does it cycle A/C and work with 05+ cars with Nav units?

Does this unit bypass the factory ML amplifier? Thanks for the comprehensive review!

Great vid/walkthrough!

So if you go into user there's a sleep lock so it doesn't boot up everytime, it just turns on and is on whatever you had on when you turned off car.

Pretty ballin

Very good video. Can you tell me how to access the GX maintenance reminders warnings that pop up on the dash that remind you to do oil changes and tire rotations?

I appreciate your video. I can't get my AC/heater controls to work. What's the canbus setting your using on your unit? I noticed my unit doesn't offer 2003-09 GX470, so I've been trying different settings, to no avail. My A/C worked only on hi , then I unplugged my battery to do some other work, and once I re connected the terminals, the A/C stopped working all together. Otherwise, apps, Internet, bluetooth etc all function as they should.

Take off the screen protector that came stock to avoid screen scratches those things mess up the touch sensor

Prices on ebay have dropped dramatically. What model of this radio would you get at this point? seem they are all coming from same warehouse.

Very informative vid. Great work!

hello. Nice videos. Thanks for sharing. Did you ever post a link about updating firmware? Thx

I have a 2009 gx470 and have been looking for an upgrade with CarPlay. Couple questions can you skip song tracks using the < > buttons on the steering wheel? Or just on the touch screen. You mentioned you have auto start which I have also, were there any issues with the climate controls retaining its last used settings? Or does it reset after the car is turned off. I want to be able to still heat or cool my car using my auto start using my last heat setting before turning off the car. And last I read that the Bluetooth quality is bad was this issue fixed? Thanks for post!

I put in a new system. However, the technician cannot find a way to turn the subwoofer on. Do you know? Thank you

Hello. What year is your Lexus GX470 and which device variant did you select from the Phoenix website? There are three of them.

Brother can you please please send link to updated firmware ❤️🙏🏻

so does the pitch roll feature and tire pressure monitoring function proprerly as of now? also wanted to ask because i saw a couple different layouts but can you customize and choose between different styles or themes? i saw the a/c and heating vent control portion setup and looking totally different was wondering if that was a firmwire upgrade or maybe as simple as changing themes on the setup page or something like that.. lastly would you recommend this unit to others looking to update their outdated headunit/hvac controls? or would it be easier and more functional keeping that stock nav hvac screen and just update the lower cassette portion using a smaller singer din head unit upgrade with bluetooth or built in carplay or something like that? or is the phoenix screen really worth it? should i do with this tesla styled unit over anything else out there? is it that good? just a couple questions i was hoping you could take the time to help me answer about this unit... thanks and have a great day stay safe and god bless, -p3t3r

I wish it had a volume and tuning knob

Hi anyway you can help me with my ac control selection. It use to work but radio got unplugged and now it no longer works. I need help with protocol settings and it should work

I think there is a new version that has double the ram and storage and i think people say that helps with the lag.

Overall, are you happy with this system? I have purchased a similar screen for my prado but haven't installed it because I am having second thoughts and suddenly I don't want to loose my climate control knobs that I am so used to :(

Do I need the Apple CarPlay to make my iPhone work with this? Do you like the TPMS - did you get the internal or external version? I would like to see each tire’s pressure...

Does this radio have an off button to turn off completely ?

I just purchased my father's Lexus and he has this unit in it, and I am having a few issues. I am not sure if you are able to respond to help out, but if you could either guide me to a place or answer that would be amazing! One thing I have noticed is an increase in volume after hanging up a Bluetooth-connected call. It used to happen when I just turned the car on but that no longer happens. I also cannot seem to figure out how to change the language input in the google play store. When I try to search for apps it brings up Chinese characters or doesn't give me the option I want. I have tried changing the keyboard but that did nothing. How did you get the full keyboard in english? Thanks for the video, at first I totally just wanted to get rid of this unit but after watching this I am actually thinking about keeping it!

Sir where did you install this unit because I have a 2004 Lexus GX470. Can you please let me know

Great video! How did you get the factory reverse camera to work?

Sorry but its driving me bonkers- did you film this in your garage with the garage door closed and the vehicle running?

Hey man i know this video is 2 years old. Do you know if theres a way to access the original settings/menus from the OEM screen? Or is that lost when buying this unit

Please were can I get this device for my car. I live outside the US is there an online platform for international delivery were i can get the device

Please send link to Custom Firmware Update. I need it asap. It’s winter here in NY and everything works but the AC!

Some things deserve physical knobs/switches, they wasted space on the sides by not adding more. I couldn't use this just because there's no physical volume knob...

Great video. Do you have any idea why I can't download apps anymore? I have my wifi on and I can play and open the current apps but I'm unable to download any new apps.

Have you dealt with battery drain issues or heard of these issues? My 04-Non Nav is dead after about a week. It could be coincidence that it began happening shortly after the PX6 install. I also could have a weak alternator which I will check out next.

I still cant get the lexus to be on the homescreen? Still have that city backround

does the rear climate control still work?

Great 👍🏻 video!!!!!

I bought my GX with the system already installed its always making a buzz sound like it’s searching for radio station whenever the system is turned on and playing something. Do you know any ways to fix it?

To dobro!

What about navigating / can you use Waze?

whats latest update on this unit for gx470 is it still worth it to get thank you !!!!

Hi. I just bought a PX6 for my 2007 GX470. I have the head unit disassembled & out now. Will be installing the PX6 in the morning. Thanks for all the tips! I noticed that you've swapped out the cigarette lighter for a USB port. Is there a release point to get the lighter out of the moulding. I have the wires disconnected but am having some difficulty getting it to come out. I don't want to break the housing. Any help would be appreciated! Thanks, Shawn

Oem back up camera, or aftermarket unit meant to work with this system?

Question about audio oriented apps: is anyone familiar with Parametric EQ apps that work well with this unit. If so, how many bands? Bandwidth adjustable bands y/n. Cost? Thx in advance. GX470 system has several hot spots, especially in midrange. Graphic EQs are the wrong tool for the job.

Can the Tesla screen be installed on 2014 GX460 or it's mainly for the 470s? I'm about to shop for 460! Which 360 cameras r u going to use? What brand?

Do you install this for customers? If so, where are you located and how much would it cost? I have a 2004 GX470.

Hello friend how are you? So I wanna ask you if you can show me how to upgrade my Tesla radio to new version? Thanks

If u wanted to update your speakers what would u recommend

did you ever install the 360 camera?

Is there an option to put in a SIMM card for data as if it was a phone?

How about somebody in the passenger seat doing the video while you drive? So we can see it how it will be used 99% of the time. While driving. ;-) Thanks!

Where can I get this radio installed

Is this unit bypass the CD player/changer function?

Can you add third party apps? And can you split screen two app one on top the other the bottom

So many wires everywhere!

Hi I like your video. It is very informative can you please tell me your experience about climate/ac control of this unit if it does work like factory fitted ac/heater control unit Thanks

when your screen rotates how do u reverse it

what about battery drain ?

Hi - Does this Phoenix radio work with any other amp for the GX470 besides the Mark Levinson amp that comes with the SUV? My ML amp is shot and would rather buy a different amp rather than spend $400 to get the ML amp fixed. If you could suggest other amps that works with this Phoenix amp that I can use with GX470 I would appreciate it. I'm ok to change out the speakers as well but would not want to change out the entire wiring system. Thanks

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Did the 6 DVD CD changer work

Anybody to install this in Seattle WA area I would love this in my GX

Chinese headunits give all the features like modern car headunits . But they dont care about audio quality . I’m sure original factory radio sound way better than this chinese one .

is the factory back up cam supported?

If they only had Tesla style units that ran off satellite (sigh)

Hey man!!! I’m tryna update or get a better Firmware or anything. I’m sick of the one I’ve got Android: YT9218DH_AHD_00006_V004_20190910_DSP Android os: Android 9.1 XY AUTO: 3.1 (8227L) CAN Pro: BNR-Prado2014(M/C)-V2.19.8-connect DDR: 2G FLASH: 32G cpu: A53 1.5GHZ Amplifier: AC7315 MOS bile duct 45W X 4 display: 1024*768(6 bits) MCU1: 3.1 (8227L)

Does the dual zone temp control still work?

Anyone do this on a 2005?

That’s too glitchy for me. I’ll pass.