Turning off the safety feature of the DVD player

[loku16]

hi guys,
I searched topics in the car audio section but couldn't find a reference to my question on how to turn off the safety feature that turns off the front display screen when playing DVDs and the car moves?

Anyone know how to do it or who can do it? The dealers won't because it's regulation thing

Please let me know. Thanks

Arj

 

[db_notso]

i have heard of people grounding the wire that goes from the stereo to the brake switch signal
but in ve i think its controlled by the bcm sensing if in park nuetral or brake on
which means its not able to be turned off.

 

[-SpydeR-]

hi guys,
I searched topics in the car audio section but couldn't find a reference to my question on how to turn off the safety feature that turns off the front display screen when playing DVDs and the car moves?

Anyone know how to do it or who can do it? The dealers won't because it's regulation thing

Please let me know. Thanks

Arj

Hey mate. The thing you're after is a VIM Mod which allows the front 7" screen to display video even when the car is traveling faster than 3 km/h. Dealers most definitely won't do it for you as it could become a legal issue for them so you'll have to source the flasher module and flash it yourself.

If you're prepared to shell out around $390 then you can get the module from JHP Enhancements and you get a $50 rebate on return of the module.

JHP Vehicle Enhancements - Specialise in Holden Monaro and Commodore Spoilers, Body Kits, Tyre and Wheel Packages.

 

[geo41e]

yup
JHP buddy.

got mine done.

it was originally for my Reverse camera (as the video shuts off after 4km/h or something)

with the VIM and auto switch install, this has allowed me to:

Use my reverse camera and the ability to auto switch to my reverse camera and my normal video input.
and when out of reverse, it switches back to normal input and i have connected my iphone to be able to listen to music and watch videos if need to be

Hope this helps mate.

 

[Benboy]

I guess that this is NOT what you wanted to know, however it would be irresponsible of anyone to advise another on how to break the law:

PART 18—MISCELLANEOUS ROAD RULES
Division 1—Miscellaneous rules for drivers

299. Television receivers and visual display units in motor vehicles

(1) A driver must not drive a motor vehicle that has a television receiver or visual
display unit in or on the vehicle operating while the vehicle is moving, or is
stationary but not parked, if any part of the image on the screen—
(a) is visible to the driver from the normal driving position; or
(b) is likely to distract another driver.
Penalty: 2 penalty units.

Note Motor vehicle is defined in the Road Safety Act 1986, park is defined in the
dictionary, and vehicle is defined in rule 15.

(2) This rule does not apply to the driver if—
(a) the driver is driving a bus and the visual display unit is, or displays, a
destination sign or other bus sign; or
(b) the visual display unit is, or is part of, a driver’s aid; or
Victoria Government Gazette P 2 28 October 1999 221
(c) the Corporation has, by notice in writing, exempted the driver from
subrule (1).

Examples of driver’s aids
1. Closed-circuit television security cameras.
2. Dispatch systems.
3. Navigational or intelligent highway and vehicle system equipment.
4. Rearview screens.
5. Ticket-issuing machines.
6. Vehicle monitoring devices.
Note Bus is defined in the Road Safety Act 1986.

AUSTRALIAN DESIGN RULES

42.16. TELEVISION AND VISUAL DISPLAY UNITS
42.16.1. General
All television receivers or visual display units and their associated equipment must be securely mounted in a position which:
42.16.1.1. does not obscure the driver’s vision;
42.16.1.2. does not impede driver or passenger movement in the vehicle; and
42.16.1.3. is unlikely to increase the risk of occupant injury.
42.16.2. Restriction on Visibility of Screen
Unless a driver’s aid, all television receivers or visual display units must be installed so that no part of the image on the screen is visible to the driver from the normal driving position.

Any (ANY) modification(s), unless approved to ADR standards, that change/alter/modify any aspect of your vehicle from the ADR standards/requirements that existed at the time of manufacture of your vehicle are ILLEGAL.

 

[toey@carfx]

contact no limit electronics as they were the first to succesfully do this mod. for memory it is $300 for the bcm update and $100 deposit which is refunded upon return of there flash unit. the prices may have changed so call them and see. as said it is illegal but is also needed to be done for a reverse camera to operate above 3km/h.

 

[loku16]

Thanks gents. It's just that I have a 2 yr old in the middle seat and it's easier for her to look at the monitor straight ahead instead of raising her head towards the roof. Either way, don't think I will be watching barbie movies while I'm driving!

 

[UFO]

fyi,
VIM mod = Vehicle In Motion Mod.

When I first saw VIM, I had no idea what it meant .

If you type VIM mod into Google, you'll get more info.

 

[SV6SII]

hi all, im hoping someone can help me out.

i have a sv6 SII ute, i recently got my IQ system replacted to a sedans IQ unit, due to problems with they current one i had. does any1 know if its possible for me to play DVDs?

 

[bogan_vk]

i dont know if it will work on your dvd player but i had a pioneer avh model dvd player and connected the wire that goes to the handbrake straight to an earth and then i could watch dvds at any speed or time i wanted.