Video/Nav Override - Page 4

OOOPS, hehe! 

Well I spoke to coastal today and they are sending me a replacement lockpick unit. I don't believe this is the problem but I will play along. Hopefully this will fix the issues. To be continued.......

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ORIGINAL: ropnjessi

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ORIGINAL: sjenkinzz

The XM and NAV will cut on and off (scrolling feature/NAV entry). This is designed in the lockpick so as to trick the system into as nothing is wrong and no error codes sent. Hope this helps.

Well I hope this is the case that would definetly answer my question, can I ask what resource you used to get this info?   Thanks

Well I talked to Coastatetech (via phone) about what was going on with the situation listed above, and apparently the cutting in and out is the NAV system updating, and when you switch over to the XM right away from the NAV screen the XM will do the same.This is normal. They said that any emails people send to them for support to double check the address, apparently some are going to the wrong place. As far as the Onstar unlocking goes the vehicle has to have bluetooth installed already, the only one to date is the Escalade.

Jritchey,
 
So your traction control stopped working after you install of the gen 2?  My traction control just went out two days ago, it went away after a few minutes of the car being off, still have check engine light.  I was assured that it was a common problem, and is fixed by a software reflash.  But now I'm questioning the lockpick is the culprit, since it happened to you as well.  Did they mention if the gen 2 may affect your traction control somehow?  What exactly happened when it went out, did your traction control symbol turn on, and did the driver info center flash the message, "service stabilitrak"?  Thanks.

Trod
I was sitting still in a parking lot with my foot on the brake and the warning flash on the dash and the traction control turned off. But after reading several other threads on this forum it sounds as though their are many other people having traction control warning problems. But one thing is for sure I have not had a problem since I removed the lock pick. But I can't say if they are related or not.  

Jtritchey,
I will take your lock pick!  What do you want for it?

Landon
Coastal has agreed to give me a full refund If the replacement does not work. So I will either have a lock pick that work or my all my money back. I appreciate you trying to help me out. They do have the Gen 2 back in stock if you want to order one.
Sorry
Jason

Jritchey,  did the replacement work????  I've been following this thread to make a decision on getting one of these gen2 lockpins, but the thread scares me...

pacz
I am receiving the new lock pic ups tonight. I will try to install it tomorrow. You all will be the first to know.

I have a gen 2 lock pic- I took it to a stereo shop and they installed it for 45 bucks because I didnt want to do it myself, and 20 minutes later it was in and has worked perfect- its so worth it, so far i have had no problems- the only little thing i have notcied is that the address thing kind of flashes on/off occasionally but its so  easy to use and a wonderful bargain for what it does for the ride.
 
I love watching shows while stuck in traffic.... no  I am not staring at it but its a refreshing change when your not in the mood for music. 

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ORIGINAL: tahoe2007

I have a gen 2 lock pic- I took it to a stereo shop and they installed it for 45 bucks because I didnt want to do it myself, and 20 minutes later it was in and has worked perfect- its so worth it, so far i have had no problems- the only little thing i have notcied is that the address thing kind of flashes on/off occasionally but its so  easy to use and a wonderful bargain for what it does for the ride.

I love watching shows while stuck in traffic.... no  I am not staring at it but its a refreshing change when your not in the mood for music. 

The flashing on/off has been explained in this thread already. The XM does the same.

I don't know about anyone else but the lock pick would not work with my unit. Guess I will have to just listen to music

OK Guys, final word on the GM Lock Pick.  Is it a worth it or no?  
 
Side note, for the blue tooth lock pick, is that a separate component or is it built into the NAV lock pick.    In other words if I want the NAV\DVD and Bluetooth is it going to cost me $250, or is it going to cost me $350
 
Thanks.

I have been following this thread as well. I would like to hear the owners final thoughts on the product and maybe some clarification on the bluetooth feature.

Pros and Cons

Thanks,

John

I have the 1st generation lockpik from Coastal and its been working fine since I installed it in November

Bought my GM lock pick last May and installed then. Have had no issues or problems. As a techician would say, works as designed......love it

I saw a reply earlier in this thread that the lock pick doesn't allow a non-dvd (with NAV) radio play a dvd.  My question is, if you have another video source (e.g., vizualogic a-2000 headrest/dvd setup) can the NAV radio somehow be used simply as a monitor for the aftermarket DVD source.  In other words, will the NAV radio accept an external video feed?  Any help would be appreciated!  Thanks.

The nav units with serials ending in 67 do not play dvds, the nav units ending in xxxx66 do play dvds.  THe lock pick has nothing to with the physical part of being a dvd player.  It just allows dvds to be played while the vehicle is in Drive!

hop68

I believe you can use the Lockpick 2 to add a video source such as a rear camera or a seperate DVD player if you dont have the NAV with DVD Playback. I think you activate it by pressing the window lockout switch once and the MUTE button 4 times. The lockpick website seems to comfirm this. This is great if you get a good deal on a NON DVD Playback unit or already have one.


"The GM LOCKPICK can also turn on an additional video input to your front screen if desired. This can be used for camera input (rear, front, side, baby) or as an input for other video devices. This function is only available to vehicles which have a rear view camera or the option enabled on their vehicle (this option can be added by your dealership within a few minutes if you don’t have a camera). To turn on and activate the camera video function, press the WINDOW LOCKOUT button one (1) time and then within 6 seconds, press the MUTE button (4) times. Just like that, the video from your connected device is viewable on your front screen. To turn it OFF, press the WINDOW LOCKOUT button one (1) time."

They say that you have to turn off the DVD player when you reverse so the video from the rear camera ( if equipped) and the DVD player doesn't get crossed.

"If your vehicle is equipped with a factory rear view camera, turn off your video source while in reverse so as not to mix signals. Your LOCKPICK is equipped to do this automatically if you connect the power of your video device to the ACC power provided by your LOCKPICK harness."

I have a aftermarket flipdown screen in the back. I think that will still try to get the DVD playback model so the kids can watch cartoons in the back and the wife can watch something else in the front. But if they decide to watch the same thing, I can output the flipdown DVD video to the Video/rear camera input in the lockpick. I plan on using the pins on the NAV unit itself for the rear camera.

Of course, you would still need a FM modulator or a AUX Audio input on the radio connected to the seperate DVD player so you can hear the movie playing over the car speakers.
Has anyone tried this?

good info

I just finished the Gen 2 lockpic install on my 07 and the only thing that works is the DVD override. I put my settings on the lockpic to 1 and 2 down.... but when I hit the window lock like the directions say nothing happens and I still can't program the address on the Navigation once im moving! arghhhh
 
Is anyone else having these problems??? Maybe I have a defective unit... seems like I tried everything.

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ORIGINAL: lvegaskid1

I just finished the Gen 2 lockpic install on my 07 and the only thing that works is the DVD override. I put my settings on the lockpic to 1 and 2 down.... but when I hit the window lock like the directions say nothing happens and I still can't program the address on the Navigation once im moving! arghhhh

Is anyone else having these problems??? Maybe I have a defective unit... seems like I tried everything.

Are you pressing the window lockout switch 4 times?  Also is your VSS wire hooked up?

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ORIGINAL: TMW597

Let me just preface this post with, I'm smiling and not saying this in a mean way. 

People on this forum have to not be so quick to slander a company by the use of the words "rip off", "cheated", "scam", so on and so on.  I'm not affiliated with Coastal Tech Electronics in anyway, but I am a technical person, and with that I do have to say that I don't think they're ripping anyone off.  You have to keep in mind this product is pretty frickin' amazing in what it does, and I'm sure it's taken a lot of R&D to get it to this point.  This is a "mom and pop" company for the most part so I'm pretty sure it's difficult for them to keep up with the demand sometimes as they have lives just like you and I.  I do agree with most though that at some point they do need to employ someone even if it's just to answer phones and email.

As far as your shipment that is on the way.  Again I don't feel you're getting ripped off, but keep in mind this is a new product, there may even be some bugs, but the product seems pretty solid, and they also seem willing to get people squared away even if it might not be on the time frame people would like right now.

Enjoy the product, and give CoastalTech a little bit of time to catch up with the demand.  It's gonna' be all good. 

(Mind you I'm saying all of this and I may have a faulty unit myself.)  You're gonna' be straight Typerod!

'Tis the season!!!!

 
Really now?
 
 
BEWARE. I PURCHASED ONE For my 2007 TAHOE AND WILL NOT WORK AT ALL!! I'M NOT SURE WHY BUT I CAN'T GET A HOLD OF COASTAELTECH. I HAVE LEFT MANY,MANY MESSAGES AND EMAILS! WHAT GIVES? IT LOOKS LIKE I WAS SCAMMED AS ITS BEEN MORE THAN A WEEK TRYING TO GET A RESPONSE.!!!!!!!!!

Maybe I can help.  Which generation GMLockPick do you have, and when was your ship date?

Purchased mar 7th. Description says 2007GMlockpick) GEN2