:cowboy: Howdy friends!

Just picked up my new CTS last night. This thing is
fully loaded and beautifiul! The DVD Nav / Computer is,
naturally, the coolest part... And when I discovered it
ALSO plays DVDs, I thought I was in heaven!

You see, the only way I can get my wife to quiet down
for a long road trip is to stick a movie in front of her.
She's like a kid. Anything more than 30 minutes and
she starts bitching.

Anyway, I discovered quickly that you can only play
movies when the transmission is in "PARK". Bummer.

However, I completely understand Cadillac's thinking
on this. It's a no-brainer. ("LOCAL MAN FLIES-OFF
BRIDGE WHILE WATCHING MATRIX DVD - GMC SUED" ...etc)

But for us RESPONSIBLE drivers, there HAS to be a 'trick'
to overriding the system. I'd like to avoid buying a
portable DVD player if possible.

Is there a way to allow your passenger to watch DVDs
while the cars moving?

C'mon you hackers! Whaddya got? :worship:

:cowboy: Howdy friends!

Just picked up my new CTS last night. This thing is
fully loaded and beautifiul! The DVD Nav / Computer is,
naturally, the coolest part... And when I discovered it
ALSO plays DVDs, I thought I was in heaven!



Is there a way to allow your passenger to watch DVDs
while the cars moving?

C'mon you hackers! Whaddya got? :worship:

Hey, did you ever get a solution to the DVD problem of it not playing while out of "Park"?

Excellent vehicle but this DVD thing is driving me nuts.

Anybody figure out the patch or bypass to make this work?

Andy

nothing u can do eespecially if u dont wanna void the warranty......

nothing u can do eespecially if u dont wanna void the warranty......

Well, I've already taken apart a lot of the panels and electrical connections looking for an obvious fix but nothing so far. Really thought that pulling and grounding the purple wire running from the shifter would have done it, but that wasn't the solution.

I'm open to any ideas and the warranty worry is not a concern.

AD

Well, I've already taken apart a lot of the panels and electrical connections looking for an obvious fix but nothing so far. Really thought that pulling and grounding the purple wire running from the shifter would have done it, but that wasn't the solution.

I'm open to any ideas and the warranty worry is not a concern.

AD

I'm about to pick up an '03 Escalade, I'm guessing it will be able to do the same thing (play movies). I'm going to try and find the wiring diagram for the audio system. I know there is a Helms manual for my Acura that found that has all of the info and more, does one exist for the Escalade?

g o on ebay ....they have a hack for the lexus. i am sure its the same idea.....

g o on ebay ....they have a hack for the lexus. i am sure its the same idea.....

Ok this is just my 2 cents. Don't own an escalade but here goes

Logically speaking
The dvd only plays in park. So there has to be a sensor that is sending a signal to the system that it says when its in park. If you find that sensor and find a way to make it read that its always in park that would be the way to do. A shop manual SHOULD tell you where that sensor is and how it works. I would go from there good luck guys it would bother me as well.

yeah it's possible to buy the hack (try Ebay or search) to bypass the security feature (only play DVDs in park)... not a very big deal.

Maybe you could help us out with the search criteria you used on ebay? I don't know about others, but I've researched this extensively (including searching ebay) and as far as I can tell the only DVD Nav override available is for a Lexus SUV. I know that there is one for BMW as well, but nothing yet on the cadillac.

Thanks!

yeah it's possible to buy the hack (try Ebay or search) to bypass the security feature (only play DVDs in park)... not a very big deal.

I emailed the guy who sells the mod for the lexus/toyota. He does not have anything for the GM stuff as of yet. Its only a matter of time, and I doubt its as easy as just "fooling it" to think you are in park by gounding on wire.

Paul

Well, I've already taken apart a lot of the panels and electrical connections looking for an obvious fix but nothing so far. Really thought that pulling and grounding the purple wire running from the shifter would have done it, but that wasn't the solution.

I'm open to any ideas and the warranty worry is not a concern.

AD

Does it still play DVDs in park if that wire is completely disconnected?

paulct,

Please keep us informed if the guy who does the Lexus fix comes up with anything for "our" CTS.

This has almost become an obsession with me now. There simply must be a way to bypass or work around that system!!

AD

davesdeville,

Well, what happens when the "four wire" connector is disconnected is that the key won't come out of the ignition and you can't get the car to come out of Park.

I may go back in there and start grounding and checking the other three wires. For the time that I had that night, I was only concerned with the purple one as that was the one I had understood to be the "key" to the functioning of the "Park" module.

When I get back home (I'm in Hong Kong this week) I'll open up the console again and work with the other three to see if it's that simple.

Hmm, now that you got me to thinking, perhaps a switch in that line to turn off that purple/park connection might work. It would have to be "on" to get the vehicle moving (and the key to come out of the slot) but once in motion, it may very well do something else.

I'll get back home on the 25th and try it again.

AD

Does it still play DVDs in park if that wire is completely disconnected?

I'm going to try and find the wiring diagram for the audio system. I know there is a Helms manual for my Acura that found that has all of the info and more, does one exist for the Escalade?

Splitz,

Did you ever find a wiring diagram for your 2003 Escalade? Any info that we might use to track down the elusive "Park" DVD movie solution?

I can't find any CTS electrical pages now and the people I've talked to say they may not be available until next year. This doesn't make sense as I would imagine there has to be some wiring and tech manuals somewhere that we can get out hands on to find out what the logic is in the "Park" circuit to drop out the video.

AD

Splitz,

Did you ever find a wiring diagram for your 2003 Escalade? Any info that we might use to track down the elusive "Park" DVD movie solution?

I can't find any CTS electrical pages now and the people I've talked to say they may not be available until next year. This doesn't make sense as I would imagine there has to be some wiring and tech manuals somewhere that we can get out hands on to find out what the logic is in the "Park" circuit to drop out the video.

AD

ADulay,

No I have not been looking because the Escalade Nav does not play movies at all, I just get something like "DVD Map Error." So I figure it doesnt work, and I stop bothering looking for it.

Splitz

davesdeville,

I may go back in there and start grounding and checking the other three wires. For the time that I had that night, I was only concerned with the purple one as that was the one I had understood to be the "key" to the functioning of the "Park" module.

AD

Here's my 2 cents, being a pro audio installer for almost 18 years now...

first, be carefull with arbitrarilly grounding unknown wires! why? Because many circuits in the car are very sensitive and doing this, even once and very quickly, can damage the electronics in the vehicle or at least trigger error codes. Many old techiniques (test lights, dc battery speaker pulsing, etc) are all strictly taboo on todays newer hi-tech cars.

This vehicle, as well as many other makes/models make use of data bus architecture to control many of the components in the car. The components have data addresses and the control modules (ECM, BCM, GEM, etc) send and recieve data from these addressed components. (you can think of the data bus in terms of your home pc's USB devices all connected together, doing their own tasks, but working on one bus).

I feel that your problem will not be some simple fix like grounding out one wire; that works on most aftermarket video systems. There is no single wire directly connected from the DVD to a sensor or micro-switch on the shifter gate. I am guessing that the sensor in the transmission sends its data to the computers, which use that data in controlling fuel system functions, ignition system, speedometer display, etc.. and yes even DVD display on the radio! Disruption of this data going into the computer would probably affect many systems and not just the DVD...

NOW, that said... there STILL may be a way theroretically to do it...
It would probably require a digital data spoofing device that will plug inline between the radio or dvd unit and the vehicle's harness. It will have to do two things:
- "LIE" to the onboard computer to give a "status normal" reading back so the computer does not register an error code.
- "LIE" to the DVD player, never passing a video shutoff code from the computer.
There are companies that make digital interface devices that allow us to replace OEM radios with aftermarket units in data bus vehicles. It is doubtful, howerver, that any of them would market a product to allow motion video while driving as it is very dangerous and illegal in all 50 states. Plus, think of the legal liabilities that would accompany it (my son was killed in a collision caused by a driver watching a DVD using your bypass unit!)... so don't hold your breath waiting for such a device.

I install aftermarket a/v products for a living and have customers who want video interlocks to be bypassed on units within the drivers view, but we sternly refuse to do it for the exact same liability reason. Many argue that they only want it for the passenger to watch and that they will not watch it. My arguement is that i bet they cannot walk by a television in their own home without looking at it, let alone sit 12 inches away from one and not be distracted! They also argue that if we were to do it for them, they would accept all responsibility and claim that they did it themselves! yeah... right up until that liability lawsuit is filed against them!

If you want video for your spouse to watch while driving, install a slim TFT video monitor in the passenger sunvisor and or use a portable dvd player It would probably only cost you a few hundred dollars either way and will be better in the long run.

that's my take on it... thx BigJohnnyC

Here's my 2 cents, being a pro audio installer for almost 18 years now...
(rest of message edited out for brevity)

that's my take on it... thx BigJohnnyC

BigJohnnyC,

Thanks for your expert opinion on what we may be facing with this DVD play in Park thing. I was hoping it wouldn't come to that, but I guess I was just hoping it would be something simple, like a ground or trace that could be worked out.

Anyway, here's hoping something turns up eventually and we can play the DVD from time to time instead of dorking around with the map, phone, addresses, views, disks, audio, users, scans, seeks and various adjustments on the screen that we can do now.

Just seems kind of odd that all of that other stuff can be screwed around with and not just play the DVD.

AD :banghead:

BigJohnnyC,

Anyway, here's hoping something turns up eventually and we can play the DVD from time to time instead of dorking around with the map, phone, addresses, views, disks, audio, users, scans, seeks and various adjustments on the screen that we can do now.

Just seems kind of odd that all of that other stuff can be screwed around with and not just play the DVD.

AD :banghead:

Hey, you're welcome!

Yeah, its kinda odd.. the law is that no FULL MOTION VIDEO is allowed in front of the driver's head when driving. The only exception to this is a video camera aimed out the back of the vehicle that is used as an electronic rear view mirror. Most aftermarket systems will only display that video signal only when the car is in reverse, triggered by the back-up light circuit.
I also feel that video based navigation systems can also be very distracting. I have roadtested several sytems after installing them and I caught myself watching the screen and ignoring the traffic! Realistically, one should stop the vehcile on the side of the road somewhere before keying anything info into a navigation system. As nav units become more commonplace in newer cars, there probably will be legislation passed concerning their operation, much like the recent laws banning the use of cellphones while driving.

Hello,

Send me a ticket to SW Florida (or pay expenses) and I will guarantee that I will figure your DVD problem out. :coolgleam I've done a tremendous amount of customization to automotive electrical systems and have almost 20 years experience doing remote start systems, anti theft systems, stereo systems with motorized parts, modifying factory systems to perform with aftermarket systems, digital dashwork and many other customized electrical fabrications. If the system works in park, it can work anytime - it is just a matter of locating and reconfiguring circuits. I am sure a hack will be available sometime in the future, if there isn't one out already, but if you cannot wait and just have to have it done, one option would be to contract someone of considerable experience like me to do it for you. Take care.

The kit to watch TV in you Cadillac is about $600 email me and I will tell you where to get it !!!

The kit to watch TV in you Cadillac is about $600 email me and I will tell you where to get it !!!
zx5racer,
OK, just tried to email you but it says you don't have that feature turned on here.

I'm still trying to get this to work so I'll kind of "email you in the blind" so to speak here on the message board for your solution to this nagging problem with our DVD players in the vehicle.

Andy (live from Hong Kong tonight)

avelectronic.com I have the kit in my EXT works good

avelectronic.com I have the kit in my EXT works good
Thanks man. I'll check it out as we type!

AD

So has anyone actually figured this out yet? If so, please share with the group.

Well, as many have found out, this unit cannot play dvd movies. Now, there is a way to watch movies on this unit, but it's an expensive price to pay to get it to do it. This unit does not have an video input. There are two places I know of that will modify the unit and add a video input. http://www.avelectronic.com/products.htm or http://www.nav-tv.com/. You send them your radio, they open it up and install the video in connector. Once this has been done, say goodbye to your warranty. Their unit takes the input from your DVD player, rear camera, TV tuner, etc and displays it on the screen of the navigation unit.

Costs? Over $1000. Outrageous! :canttalk:

Here is a pic though:

http://home.comcast.net/~krydz/yukondvd.jpg

Here are some more pics of other vehicles with the unit from aveletronic.com

BMW X5
http://www.avelectronic.com/GalleryPics/BMW2003X5%20_3.jpg

Infinti G35
http://www.avelectronic.com/GalleryPics/03Infiniti-G35.jpg

Acura TSX
http://www.avelectronic.com/GalleryPics/AcuraTSX04-1.jpg

Navigation TV Tuner system
http://www.avelectronic.com/ProductPics/NavigationTVTuner/NavigationTuner.jpg

Check out www.navtv.com I think they do caddy's also.

Does anyone know what the kit contains? Do you have to cut wires? Do you have to solder any connections to the radio??? I would like to do this to my ESV but I don't want to pay $1k

Make friends with someone in the service department at your dealership. They need to use one of their "tech tools" to mess with the computer in the car. I've seen it done. I doubt its just a regular OBDII Scanner though.:hmm:

I just got an 04 DTS and I hate the fact that the GPS ignores me (and the wife too) as soon as the car moves. This is not the same risk as watching a movie. The many voice commands (I love them) including GPS - do work at all times. Except that none of them let you change where you’re going. Any fixes out there? It could very well be that the same fix applies to both DVD and GPS.

I was told that there is a Brown wire that needs to be disconnected. I don't know which or where YET!!!

It must be the wire telling the NAV that the car is in gear. I had a similar issue with my Toyota and I found out that cutting one wire solves everytihg. So, where is that wire?

OK Fellow Caddiers, over in the SRX Forum, we've got the "crack"--IF your NAV system is a Denso like ours is. (yours might not be)

Push & hold the musical note for at least 3 seconds to get to the "code" screen. Enter 1791 and hit ENTER. Now, if you remove your NAV DVD and insert a DVD movie, it'll play all the way to TIMBUCKTOO! Remember, though, this is ILLEGAL!

Now we're working on a way to use all the route menu while moving. By the way, the "cut-out" is NOT wires, it's part of the speed sensor system.

Come on over to our forum to sign up for the # volunteering! We need all the help we can get. :welcome:

Hooray,



It also works in California.



Now to the code for keeping the NAV’s attention while the car is rolling.

:bouncy: :worship:

I want to try the DVD code in my XLR but would like to hear more from others first. :helpless:

A book on ALL the codes would be GREAT!

kg, That's all she wrote!! I believe you also have the Denso system. It works! However, you have to re-enter it after you shut off the car.

Sure would make for a small book! Page 1: 1791; Page 2: The End. :bouncy:

I own a 03 Deville DTS with Dvd Nav... The code works!!! Thanks a million.. Would discovered this? How was this dicovered? .... THANKS! THANKS! THANKS!

I have a 2003 CTS with NAv and the code override does not seem to work for the DVD player ??? An other idea on how to override the safety controls for watching DVD's while driving?? Does the car have to be on or off to get to the Code Screen??

great now I have to deal with shitty drivers WATCHING MOVIES. :banghead: Why must you endanger everyone on the road for your entertainment? I don't care how good of a driver you THINK you are knock this shit off :rolleyes2

This is sooooooooooooo great!!!!!!! God bless the USA and my freedom to make my own big boy decisions in life!! :yup:

OK, the override code works great, but, How do I reset the player to NOT play while driving. My son is taking a trip soon and, well you know....

Simply turn the car off.

Has anyone been able to get this to work in an 04 Escalade?

In the CTS, up to model year 2004, you can watch video DVDs while in motion. There is a bypass for this on the internet, but you have to activate it after every ignition cycle.
For model year 2005 there is no bypass.
The navigatio unit uses the Class2 data bus to receive and send information. One message on the Class2 bus PRNDL status. When the BCM or ECM sends a "Park" message it is picked up by the nav unit and processed internaly alowing video DVD playback.
As soon as the vehicle goes into Reverse, Neutral or Drive the BCM or ECM sends the appropriate message over the Class2 bus and the nav unit stops video DVD playback, althou on some model you still get DVD audio.
Can this be bypassed? Yes. Is it worth it? No
You can generate a "Park" message and send it over the Class2 bus, from an authorized address, and filter the "RNDL" message.
You can also disconect the Class2 data bus from the nav unit and generate your own messages to alow the unit to operate but you will miss many things like Temperature, Chimes, BOSE amp control .....


:cowboy: Howdy friends!

Just picked up my new CTS last night. This thing is
fully loaded and beautifiul! The DVD Nav / Computer is,
naturally, the coolest part... And when I discovered it
ALSO plays DVDs, I thought I was in heaven!

You see, the only way I can get my wife to quiet down
for a long road trip is to stick a movie in front of her.
She's like a kid. Anything more than 30 minutes and
she starts bitching.

Anyway, I discovered quickly that you can only play
movies when the transmission is in "PARK". Bummer.

However, I completely understand Cadillac's thinking
on this. It's a no-brainer. ("LOCAL MAN FLIES-OFF
BRIDGE WHILE WATCHING MATRIX DVD - GMC SUED" ...etc)

But for us RESPONSIBLE drivers, there HAS to be a 'trick'
to overriding the system. I'd like to avoid buying a
portable DVD player if possible.

Is there a way to allow your passenger to watch DVDs
while the cars moving?

C'mon you hackers! Whaddya got? :worship:

I have an '05 CTS-V and have no problem watching dvd's while the car is in motion. There is a trick to it and you do have to do it everytime, but it sure is great watching on the factory system without any modifications. If anyone would still like to know how let me know.

how about you watch the road instead?

The kit to watch TV in you Cadillac is about $600 email me and I will tell you where to get it !!!

Perhaps there is information on modifing the 6disk/dvd changer to play on aftermarket screens in the rear or in the visor(passenger) for the new STS?:confused: ????I dont want to add a seperate changer...:rant2:

I have a 2003 CTS with Navi. It appears there are 2 different versions of the navigation. The first is CD and the second is DVD. Based on your production date would determine which one you got. 2003 is the first yr for production. The earlier ones got the CD and the later got the DVD. Would the Cd version play DVDs?

They say that if you have a gray dash with several nav discs then you can't play DVD's? Anyone know if this is the case?

:worship: I have an '05 CTS-V and have no problem watching dvd's while the car is in motion. There is a trick to it and you do have to do it everytime, but it sure is great watching on the factory system without any modifications. If anyone would still like to know how let me know.

Care to share?

I have a 2003 CTS with Navi. It appears there are 2 different versions of the navigation. The first is CD and the second is DVD. Based on your production date would determine which one you got. 2003 is the first yr for production. The earlier ones got the CD and the later got the DVD. Would the Cd version play DVDs? They say that if you have a gray dash with several nav discs then you can't play DVD's? Anyone know if this is the case? Any info at all on this?

Hey if anyone of you want to have DVD Movies play on you nav done the right way without a lot of hasssle, Contact me....I will take care of it for you....

In Las Vegas i can install this for you....otherwise you can do it yourself...it is about a 2 hour job that is fairly easy for a person who has installed a stereo before...

Hey if anyone of you want to have DVD Movies play on you nav done the right way without a lot of hasssle, Contact me....I will take care of it for you....

In Las Vegas i can install this for you....otherwise you can do it yourself...it is about a 2 hour job that is fairly easy for a person who has installed a stereo before...


Have you worked on any 2005 STS yet.......!!!:nono: I havent found anyone yet with any information on the new system...:banghead:

For the 2004 and 2005 CTS and CTS-V here are the instructions to play the DVD while driving...

-edit-: You must have the dvd version for this to work (2003 CTS has a CD based nav system).

Enjoy, but WATCH THE FREAKING ROAD!

Http://www.cadillacfaq.com/faq/answers/dvdmotion.html

Reed
http://www.cadillacfaq.com

Is there a way to make the CD based NAV system to play DVDs? If so please let me know where and how to get it...

Basically---NO. You can't make a CD player play DVD's. (You can't play cd's in a cassette player, can you?) " The times are a-changin' "

Thanks sgilbert

I just found this.

http://www.nav-vision.com/nphp/index.php

i had a pioneer dvd player in my eldorado and it also had this problem. all i had to do was figure out which wire hooked to the park sensor on the deck. all you have to do is snip the wire and ground it on the deck side. this "fools" the nav unit into thinking it is in park. does this make sense? pm me for any questions

There was a thread a while back on how to do this....It works great, if i remember correctly you play the DVD in park, then you hold down the bottom 2 buttons on the right of the screen as well as the disc change button on the right side, then put the car in drive the DVD should remain playing....If this doesn't work do a search about a year back I got it off one of those threads...good luck

I'm a little confused but I have a 2003 Escalade with nav. can I do that code thing and play DVD movies or doesn't that work in the escalade navi? Thanks.

Does anyone know which wire/wires coming off the transmition or the nav can have a switch added to bypass the safety interlock. I know how to press lock the unit and watch DVD's but I want full control. Any ideas?? I have heard that it has something to do with the VSS (vehicle speed sensor) but I do not know which wire it is. Please Help!!

I've got an '02 EXT and I just replaced the stock stereo with a Panasonic N-2 nav/radio. I then replaced the stock 6 cd changer with a Power Acoustics DVD/CD/MP3 player and connected it to the Nav-2 as an input. Now I can watch a movie and have nav going at the same time on the units 6.5" screen. I then replaced the audio controls on the rear of the center console and put outputs there (audio & video) so that I can connect to a portable screen for the rear seat passenger (haven't gotten into other screens yet, but I will) This way, the rear seat passengers can watch or listen to whatever they want (and control it via remote) via the power acoustics player. I can alternately have DVD, Nav or both on my screen at the same time....

Pretty neat setup. It's also hooked to a rear view camera that comes on automatically in reverse.

Hans

Try the Chevy Avalanche Fan Club Site and look in the audio video navi forums http://www.chevyavalanchefanclub.com/index.html Look up Sperry, he has an Escalade Navi in his Avvy with a backup camera and video bypass. He can probably direct you where to get answers if he doesn't already know them.

Hi guys, i hope this helps some of you...

I do not have NAV, so i cannot try it out. It is for 2003-2005 CTS and CTS-V.

You already know how to trick the unit into playing a DVD (it has been posted in several forums) , and you also already know that you lose all funtions.. of FF, RW.

According to another poster, not me, as i am just passing this on and take no credit in finding it what so ever.

You can regain FF, and RW by programing, and useing them through the steering wheels preprogramable memmory buttons....

Let me know how you guys make out. :)

If you hold the music symbol button down for about 5 seconds, then type 1791 on the keypad that should appear then hit enter.


You should then be able to play while in drive.

Is there a way to play DVD in the 05 STS while driving?

I have an 04 Deville with nav. The 1791 code works great. Thanks. Now my question is this something that someone stumbled on or is are there other tricks this puppy can do?

I have an '05 CTS-V and have no problem watching dvd's while the car is in motion. There is a trick to it and you do have to do it everytime, but it sure is great watching on the factory system without any modifications. If anyone would still like to know how let me know.


So... what is the deal with this one?:confused:

I just got a new 2005 CTS. Can you please tell me how to override the dvd system so my wife can watch movies when the car is in drive. You can email me at bigee3@hotmail.com. thank you

Here's the answer to everyone's dream who want's to watch movies while driving go to this web site it work for me !!!
:thepan: :bighead: http://www.cadillacfaq.com/faq/ (http://www.cadillacfaq.com/faq/)

just go to this site under faq's for dvd navigation and it will show you how to play the dvd out of park and driving,
http://www.cadillacfaq.com/

The overide is easy. First put the DVD in the slot for the navigation DVD. Next engage the parking brake and let the DVD start to play. Select the play option for the DVD and let it start to play. On the keys on the right side of the display press the second key from the bottom and the CD select forward key simultaneously. Disengage the parking brake and voila it should allow you to drive off and watch your DVD

I have the bypass for it call me 888 903-8777 ask for George it is a plug and system for all Cadillic's

ok ok. i HAVE to post this! i found a solution to play your DVDs WHILE driving and without needing ANY mod! all you have to do is first - put your car in park...put the movie in. then on the right side (of where the 6 buttons are) put one finger on the 2nd to last button from the bottom and another finger on the seek > button. then tap both of them twice at the sametime - put your car back in drive and your DONE! its FREE, EASY - but it may take you a few times to get it right the first time but i PROMISE you it works. I play jay-z's dvd FADE to black so its a live concert in my car and i bump that shit all over hollywood. it's like a concert on wheels! let me know when you get it workin! remember - anything man made can be man broken!

Wow.....my mom took her Toyota into the dealer and complained about it not playing DVD,s and regular broadcast TV while driving so the mechanic at the dealership drove it to some shop where they installed a switch that 'fools' the system into thinking its in park.

She had it done to her previous model Toyota too (but back then , they disabled it right there at the dealership.....maybe they got into trouble)

Well i can point you in the right direction as i am a professional car audio installer. On front seat dvd packages by law wea re required to ground the dvd to a parking brake so that when the parking brake is engaged you can watch the dvd player but when you take it off it will only dispaly a screen saver or w/e your dvd shows. Now all we do if we wanted to bypass it is to ground that wire anywhere and viola you can watch whole driving. If i had a wire schematic for the dvd/nav system i could probably pinpoint GMs wire they use to ground out. My guess would probably be like on the nuetral start safety switch or transmission because thats most likely where your sensor is to send the out of park signal.

Here is the wiring diagrams, let me know what wire has to be grounded.

http://www.cadillacfaq.com/faq/doclib.html

Hey if anyone of you want to have DVD Movies play on you nav done the right way without a lot of hasssle, Contact me....I will take care of it for you....

In Las Vegas i can install this for you....otherwise you can do it yourself...it is about a 2 hour job that is fairly easy for a person who has installed a stereo before...

How do we contact you? I am interested in this as I have a 03 escalade with a 05 touchscreen nav and I know that you can open it up and solder some wires in and make it work do you know how to do this?

Just got a 2006 STS with push button start. Has anyone figured out a way to bypass the motion sensor so the navi screen and the bluetooth phone screen will work when in motion???:banghead:

HELP! It is so annoying.

where I can get it. please let me know.
xgate21@yahoo.co.kr:thumbsup:

The kit to watch TV in you Cadillac is about $600 email me and I will tell you where to get it !!!

I am more concerned about using the navigation system and the bluetooth phone system while the vehicle is in motion. Perhaps whatever you are talking about will also do this??

Please let me know if it can, and if it has been tried on a 2006 STS-V8. If you tell me who has it, perhaps I can inquire of them dirtectly.

Thank you,

Harvey

where to get it? please mail me,

xgate21@yahoo.co.kr

thank you

HMorse,

I have an 06 STS as well and am feeling the same frusterations. I have tried to get someone at the dealer to give me the secret override, but they insist there is not one. They fall back to use the voicetags to dial the bluetooth phone while in motion.

Also for nav they claim you can do most anything with voice commands.

I have found that the voice activation works about 1/2 the time, the other 1/2 you get lots of fun suprises....There has to be an override somewhere to allow you to use the systems while in motion!

I agree, the voice system does not work well at all. Onstar's phone voice system seems to work far better, but their cost per minute is way out of whack.

I went to a place that sells wheels and installs all kinds of car stuff including dvd players and they told me that for $625.00 they could do what they call a navigation conversion and that it would then play dvd movies so I hope thi helps you guys? I think the best idea is putting one in the visor on the passengers side and one in the back of each head rest! :)

Do you have the name and phone of the dealer? I would like to speak with them.

Anything more than 30 minutes and
she starts bitching.

As informative as this thread was, this was the only thing that made me wonder......

I still don't have a fix either, however this mayh be a clue for the more inclined. We install radars in policed cars. The newer units plug into the harness for the computer and this senses the motion of the vehicle thru the speedo. This in turn switches the radar unit from stationary to moving mode. I beleive this is the same thing for the cadillac. As with my STS, I can watch movies and use the phone in drive but as soon as I start to move, the system switches over, when you stop it comes back.

perhaps another location for you hackers to look for.......

That 1791 code did the trick. Thanks alot!!

Maybe I spoke too soon. While I can have the DVD playing while I drive, now the voice commands don't work.

I had a rear view camera installed, and not only can I see waht's bhind me in reverse, but with a swithch, I can watch DVD's any time. Works GREAT!!:) :)

Easy fix!! On the right hand side button have e brake on start DVD hold second button from the bottom(maybe 3rd) don't have the V with me right now. simutaniously while holding the right hand side button push seek button lower right side. Let brake off and whalla you should be playing!! buttons may differ on different years, your DVD has to be past the previews and all the way to the movie, if you stop it you will have to proceed with above instruction again.

Has anyone figured out how to activate the controls on the DVD player WHILE IN motion. I like the trick that allows you to play DVD's but it would be better if my wife was able to skip chapters and change discs without having to stop. I have taken the Nav and the gear shift apart but I dont know which wires control the DVD override.

Yes. This a 1st. for me as you know my 02, & 03 and now 05 I re-did them all from top to bottom.

But now me and the wife just got me a new 07 and this baby is fulled up. And my 1st not black. But it have the same thing 8" nav. dvd. but when you go in park it go in OFF!!!! can any one help. I'll pay baby to play. It have a 6 dis. DVD Cg. I will like to keep theat but just stay on when I go out of park. And I will like to add TV's to me heads off this DVD Cg, in the suv/AWD 07 X-Lad. And if you can tell me how to let my back up when out of park ( The back come up To) I will be good untill the P ESV come out for 08 I will get that for the wife and kill the 05. You did!? HELP HELP!!!

alright i am not sure about a 03 cts but on my 02 DTS i have a dvd nav system factory and above the volume control there is a buttom to access your sound adjustments ie. bass trebble and mid well hold that buttonfor like 5-10 seconds and a dealer access menu pops up put in code 1791 then press the enter button and rtn after that play your dvd when you shift out of park the image button on your dvd menu should appear prees it and it should cont playing if it did not already. there is a guy selling this code on ebay for $15 **** that he will " email the code i didnt fall for that:tisk:
:) goodluck

Easy fix!! On the right hand side button have e brake on start DVD hold second button from the bottom(maybe 3rd) don't have the V with me right now. simutaniously while holding the right hand side button push seek button lower right side. Let brake off and whalla you should be playing!! buttons may differ on different years, your DVD has to be past the previews and all the way to the movie, if you stop it you will have to proceed with above instruction again.


Didn't work on my 06 cts

Anyone figured out a way for the passenger to watch movies or operate the navigation on the front screen while the car is in motion without having to take the system apart?

A similar trick to the holding down of the musical note sure would be great if someone knew of something similar that would work on the 2007 Escalade.

Didn't work on my 06 cts

for the cts you need to have the car in park, hold the second to bottom readio preset button and the forward search cd button for about two or three seconds and then put it in park.....the movie has to already be playin though.....check out cadillacfaq.com do a search and you will find more detailed instructions:thumbsup:

Is there a method like what is described above that will work on a 2007 Escalade?

When i push that music symbol button for 10 seconds it just comes up with version numbers for the software and no where you can enter a code in. How can i make this work on my 06 escalade? It has the touchscreen dvd nav and i cannot figure out how i can input the 1791 code.

best bet is to post this on the escalade forum.....those guys will know for sure.....I only know for my car, and i bet most of them dont come in here often.......but will have the answer....if not......get a CTS :D

I, too, have the 2005 Escalade Touch Screen Navigation Radio. I read most of the previous 101 postings in regard to watching a DVD on the radio. I never did see a procedure for overriding the system. Does anyone know the answer to overriding a 2005 - 2006 Escalade Radio? Thanks, Bob

Does anyone know the procedure to override a 2005 - 2006 Escalade Touch Screen Radio so you can watch DVD's? Thanks, Bob

well i just read up on all of this override. I have an 05 CTS-V, manual. So the DVD NAV only works with the parking brake on. Has anyone found that parking break wire and grounded to a ground, or even wired it to a switch to make it think the brake was on? I know that all the HIGH end units have built in GYRO sensors that can tell when the unit is in motion and will disable video, im sure the GM guys are that smart though. Any input would help. Thanks

HERE IT IS!!!!!!!!!!!!!

CTS-CTS-V FAQ: How can I watch a DVD while the car is moving (http://www.cadillacfaq.com/faq/answers/dvdmotion.html)

HERE IT IS!!!!!!!!!!!!!

CTS-CTS-V FAQ: How can I watch a DVD while the car is moving (http://www.cadillacfaq.com/faq/answers/dvdmotion.html)

O.K. I've tried this one with all the little caveats...start with parking break on/off etc. Just can not get this to perform... I've found how to reset the Nav system to factory setting though doing it. But that's not what I'm looking to do. :crying2: Can anyone help. Thanks

I bought a hack code on ebay for my 04 dts with nav/dvd you just held the music note button for a few seconds and a number pad would come on the screen to enter the code 1791 worked for mine give it a try

rofl
everyone knows that code
its free if you asked or searched
lol
you got raped

I bought a hack code on ebay for my 04 dts with nav/dvd you just held the music note button for a few seconds and a number pad would come on the screen to enter the code 1791 worked for mine give it a try

Thanks for the reply....I did some more searching and found out some more info about the process found at Reed's Place

http://www.cadillacfaq.com/faq/answers/dvdmotion.html

The key is to perform the button mash twice...the first time you will get the cold reset screen...that's O.K. it's supposed to do that...just do the button sequence again and the movie will still be playing...release the parking brake and viola...rolling DVD enjoyment. Some folks have stated that the headlamp switch can't be in the auto position but mine worked in both settings. Just remember KEEP YOUR EYES TO THE JOB AT HAND WHILE DRIVING.... have fun. "V"s ROCK:thumbsup:

its free if you asked or searched

Damn I remember you posting that exact code and steps a few weeks ago.

see
but people would have to SEARCH before asking redundant questions
apparently people cant be bothered to do that....

see
but people would have to SEARCH before asking redundant questions
apparently people cant be bothered to do that....

Hey Brother...I searched this and other forums for the better part of a week...there are at least 3 other forums that mention this subject...some of us were bothered enough to perform a search. :Poke: I just asked for some help and some clarification on the process as I was performing the steps correctly but was too stupid to realize it was correct. I understand your frustration, if there wasn't so many other threads about the same thing then my search would have been easier. But Santa brought me a V and I can watch my DVD so have fun and....Merry Christmas:xsmile:

i wasnt tryin to be an ass about it sry if it came off that way
more like i hate ass holes like that who take advantage of people off ebay
theres another guy there who selling the way to pull codes on a cadillac rofl
and another guy on how to do a northstar water pump

^^ Yeah those auction sellers should be beat up in my view. Its just exploitation. :nono:

There is now a seller on Ebay selling an override system for 07 Escalade. Search ebay for item no 150071452818 or seller id boggy111. It is about $600. Company name is Platinum Mobile in NY at 718-339-0099. I wrote one buyer who said it took an hour to install and worked fine. Wish I could get a referral fee but really, just passing on what I found as I appreciate all of you who do the same.

$600?! Seems pricey! :(

I read a few pages of this thread and thought I might know something you could try -
my friend bought an aftermarket in-dash monitor with dvd, etc. I wired it all in for him. There was a wire that was supposed to run to the parking brake. Only problem, we wanted it to work all the time, another problem, too much of a pain in the ass to get the wire down to the parking brake. I figured out how this mechanism works - when the parking brake is engaged, 12 volts (common electrical current for almost if not all car accessories) is used to send a signal to several things in the car - light on dash or in instrument cluster to tell you the parking brake is on, etc. since it only played when the wire was receiving 12 volts from the engaged parking brake.

THE FIX - I went to the wiring harness for the monitor - unwrapped the electrical tape and soldered the wire onto the 12 volt positive wire and re-taped. Works like a charm all the time now.

You can buy a unlock code from E-bay

I did and it now plays in gear going down the road

:thumbsup:
ok-what is it?
kurt

:cowboy: Howdy friends!

Just picked up my new CTS last night. This thing is
fully loaded and beautifiul! The DVD Nav / Computer is,
naturally, the coolest part... And when I discovered it
ALSO plays DVDs, I thought I was in heaven!

You see, the only way I can get my wife to quiet down
for a long road trip is to stick a movie in front of her.
She's like a kid. Anything more than 30 minutes and
she starts bitching.

Anyway, I discovered quickly that you can only play
movies when the transmission is in "PARK". Bummer.

However, I completely understand Cadillac's thinking
on this. It's a no-brainer. ("LOCAL MAN FLIES-OFF
BRIDGE WHILE WATCHING MATRIX DVD - GMC SUED" ...etc)

But for us RESPONSIBLE drivers, there HAS to be a 'trick'
to overriding the system. I'd like to avoid buying a
portable DVD player if possible.

Is there a way to allow your passenger to watch DVDs
while the cars moving?

C'mon you hackers! Whaddya got? :worship:

To watch a movie in my 04 CTS I put in movie and let it begin to play. Car is running and in park, on the right of the screen push the second to the bottom(radio preset) button and the rectangular seek/cd discskip button forward>(push to the right) at the same time and hold for 2 sec. Drive Safe... I have heard different variations work on diff. cads. Try preset then push forward seek or seek then preset. Hope it works!

i just got the cadillac escalade ext, so did anyone figure out how to get the dvd to play in the front screen while the truck is moving?

there is company out in CA that makes unit for all 2007 gm nav and new sts escalade that is plug and play for only like 300$ not bad if you pay 40000 for the car

I just bought a 2003 Deville and I tried the Pin mentioned throughout the forums 1791 and it works. Hold music note button down for 5 seconds, the numeric keypad will come up...enter 1791 and return and ifm your Nav is same as mine, DVD will play while moving!

ground the brown (parking/brake) wire from the head unit

thats it

ground the brown (parking/brake) wire from the head unit

thats it

For wich car ?

btw anyone kind enough to email me the removed schematical diagrams of http://www.cadillacfaq.com/faq/doclib.html rein206gti@hotmail.com tnx

I currently own a 2005 CTS-V and would like to disable the safety interlock feature on the DVD player. Can any provide any information on this request?

Only1Faith

I currently own a 2005 CTS-V and would like to disable the safety interlock feature on the DVD player. Can any provide any information on this request?

Only1Faith


Here's what I posted a few pages ago....I have an 05 "V" and this works with no problem.

Thanks for the reply....I did some more searching and found out some more info about the process found at Reed's Place

http://www.cadillacfaq.com/faq/answers/dvdmotion.html

The key is to perform the button mash twice...the first time you will get the cold reset screen...that's O.K. it's supposed to do that...just do the button sequence again and the movie will still be playing...release the parking brake and viola...rolling DVD enjoyment. Some folks have stated that the headlamp switch can't be in the auto position but mine worked in both settings.

It took me a little while to figure out *exactly*what the key sequence was to get the CTS-V fix to work, and for me the best method to get it to work was to hold down the "next track" button (right "seek" arrow) and then tap and release the second button from the bottom, then release the parking brake. Works every time without fail, where for me the "double tap" method didn't work every time.
I think what's basically happening is that you're getting the diagnostic screen for the nav unit, which probably stops it from listening to the data bus temporarily, but for some reason the DVD picture & sound has priority over the diag screen so you're not seeing it. If you do that same key sequence while you're NOT watching a DVD you get the diag screen which on my '04 CTS-V allows you to cold-start the GPS (not recommended - when I did that my car thought it was on Manhattan Beach in California and driving off into the ocean, and took a good 5-10 minutes to re-aquire a GPS fix). There's also some Nav system version information in there.
I think the best technical solution to this problem would be to create a filter that would read the messages on the data bus, and allow everything through except for whatever two messages tell the Nav system that you've released the parking brake and you're moving more than 3mph. I don't know if it's just my imagination or not, but it seems like the nav system allows you to enter destination addresses and stuff for a little while if you're moving very slowly. It could be that it allows entry under a certain mph (like 3mph or something) or it could also be that the vehicle speed is only broadcast on the data bus with a certain frequency and the message just hasn't gotten to every module yet...
Unless the Nav system is doing the "speed > 0" or "speed > 3mph" calculation internally based on the vehicle speed being available on the data bus, it should be possible to filter out the "parking brake release" and "vehicle moving" messages without crippling any other functionality of the Nav system, like the distance travelled functionality that allows the nav system to tell where you are even when you're in a tunnel and don't have a GPS signal.

-B

PS: I'm not a digital signal guy, so I would have no idea how to selectively filter out certain data bus messages, but it might be as easy as just having a couple of NAND gates and comparing the messages coming across the bus against some dip switches that represent the message you're trying to filter out.

Here's what I posted a few pages ago....I have an 05 "V" and this works with no problem.

Thanks for the reply....I did some more searching and found out some more info about the process found at Reed's Place

http://www.cadillacfaq.com/faq/answers/dvdmotion.html

The key is to perform the button mash twice...the first time you will get the cold reset screen...that's O.K. it's supposed to do that...just do the button sequence again and the movie will still be playing...release the parking brake and viola...rolling DVD enjoyment. Some folks have stated that the headlamp switch can't be in the auto position but mine worked in both settings.

Hey, did you ever get a solution to the DVD problem of it not playing while out of "Park"?

Excellent vehicle but this DVD thing is driving me nuts.

Anybody figure out the patch or bypass to make this work?

Andy

New to this site, so here goes, go online to TVand NAV2go they have the adapter we need at least they say they do, don't know how much yet but going to find out . Just found this place my self. I'm like you want to be able to watch DVD while in motion at least my wife or me if shes drivin god forbid. Thanks

i have a 06 dts i tried hitting the musical note for 5 seconds but all that happened was that it went to the sound menu options and did nothing, is there anyhting else i can do for this vehicle

I would like the info, I'm Mike at mtiglio@msn.com

Does anyone know of a code for an 05 STS system?

Anyone figure out the STS-V Nav DVD play while moving mod?

I can hear the movie playing while moving, I just can't see it. It has to be a software trigger somewhere.

What's the trick? Instructions, please.

2008 CTS, Great Car, would like to play the DVD while driving. Does any one have a code?

now im not sure if any one has already done this or said this but you know the wire that sences that the trannsmission is in park, wire a switch to that so that way when you flip the switch on it senses the car is in park and then you can watch the DVD... i don't know how it works exactly but i have seen it done...

Taaadddaaaa!!!!!!!
Here are the steps to be driving, riding, and watching (Be safe, if you are diving, do not watch screen!!)

Step 1 Put in DVD.
Step 2 Play DVD (Do not leave it at the front menu, if you do not start the DVD you will not be able to start it after you begin to drive.)
Step 3 While playing - Hit the second from the bottom buttons on the right hand side of the DVD screen and then press the forward Seek Button. (You will see a little flicker)
NOTE: If you see a differnt screen with the words "cold reboot" on it, press the same button combination AGAIN and it should go back to the DVD...


Step 4 Now disable the parking break and make sure that the DVD stays on.
Step 5 Enjoy CTS brothers & sisters!

If you did everything correct you will notice that all the features are disabled. If you are at the main menu of the dvd you will not be able to select play movie or any features.

If you would like to stop the dvd, you must hit the top right button first. Then it will bring up the safety lock if you are in motion or parking break off.

36431

Can somebody hit my add to reputation button so that I can have more access? THANK YOU!

Dont have a stupid attack while using this lol :bonkers:EYES ON THE ROAD!

OK guys, it seems like there's a fix for everything, including the DVD issue. Problem is, I've got the '08 (well, not really a problem..) and I need to learn how to override the DVD system as well. Anyone crack the new one yet?

thanks,

Scott T

Isn't there a better way yet to get the DVD top play, instead of going through the whole preocess explained on the previous page? It would be a pain in the but once I'm cruising down the freeway and decide to pop a dvd in, but have to pull over on the side of the road to do the button trick first.

The 08 CTS "Pop Up" screen has different controls. This direction will not work...

Anyone Know How To Override The Dvd On A 07 Escalade?

For Escalade, they say it works.

http://www.gnetcanada.com/navvideo-models-gmunlock.asp

Also, here is another one...

http://www.coastaletech.com/

08 CTS - would like family to be able to watch DVD while driving. Looks and sounds great until you put it in drive. Anyone have any luck with the 2008 CTS? Thanks so much!

what about a hack for an 08 DTS? Anyone figure that one out?

I managed to get the unlock code for my 2002 dts off of EBAY. I now have an '06 DTS and am looking for the same guy on EBAY....Pull up CTS unlock code or simply just pull up CTS in EBAY motors, scroll through and you will find the answer to your problems !

I cant believe people actually paid for the 1791 code. Found it on this site way before it was on ebay. Ah well. Guess its too soon for a hack on the 08s.

Anybody has tried this?
http://www.navtv.com/manuals/GMVIMV3/GMVIMV3.pdf

Anyone Know How To Override The Dvd On A 07 STS?

I did it! I found it!

I accidentally found how to get the PIN Code key touch pad on the 2007 model of Cadillac SRX.

It is Japanaese version, so it may look different on yours but try to do on the same way.

First, set DVD and watch it, and puch "Menu" botton like the picture below.
http://kk2h.4th.jp/image/pincode1.jpg

Second, select the "Disp Menu" (or something like that in English) Tag and Push and hold the left bottom of the screen for about 5 sec like the picture below.
http://kk2h.4th.jp/image/pincode2.jpg

Third, now the screen shows the Key Pad like the picture below!!!!!
http://kk2h.4th.jp/image/pincode3.jpg

HOWEVER!!! The key pad asks me 6DIGITS of the code!!!!!!!
Could someone help to find it???!!!!
http://kk2h.4th.jp/image/pincode4.jpg

I tried doing this on my fathers 08 DTS. Works for it! How did you figure out to hold down the left part of the screen? Thats crazy! Wow. Now all we need is the code...

So far, PIN CODE "295660" and "660" gives me some instesting Diagnostic mode.
But with this "660" code, you have to push and hold the power switch until the power goes down to return to the normal screen.
So, I think it doesn't have to be 6 digits since code 660 does something.

The Code 295660 also works on some Corvette and some Range Rover with Denso system.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/showthread.php?t=1204336&page=19
http://www.rangerovers.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=7224&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=15&sid=519ab8fe7fc1bf8787fd0b3df8b2545d

Here are the steps to be driving, riding, and watching (Be safe, if you are diving, do not watch screen!!)
# Step 1 Put in DVD.
# Step 2 Play DVD (Do not leave it at the front menu, if you do not start the DVD you will not be able to start it after you begin to drive.)
# Step 3 While playing - Hit the second from the bottom buttons on the right hand side of the DVD screen and then press the forward Seek Button. (You will see a little flicker)
NOTE: If you see a differnt screen with the words "cold reboot" on it, press the same button combination AGAIN and it should go back to the DVD...

# Step 4 Now disable the parking break and make sure that the DVD stays on.
# Step 5 Enjoy

If you did everything correct you will notice that all the features are disabled. If you are at the main menu of the dvd you will not be able to select play movie or any features.

If you would like to stop the dvd, you must hit the top right button first. Then it will bring up the safety lock if you are in motion or parking break off.

Thanks for the info. But I was talking about the post 1791 or 2007/2008 models.

There is a device that does everything you want it to do. Play dvds, enter navigation info, and view your rear camera while driving. Its called a locpick. You can find it at www.coastaletech.com.

There is a device that does everything you want it to do. Play dvds, enter navigation info, and view your rear camera while driving. Its called a locpick. You can find it at www.coastaletech.com.

There is debate about whether or not the locpick works with the 07-08 SRX. Coastaltech has the absolute worst customer service so it is impossible to know unless someone wants to spend the $450 to find out. Let us know if you have. :rant2:

Finally, a company in Japan now making a TV Canceller Kit for 2007/2008 SRX and 2008 CTS!

I have just put this kit on my 2007 SRX and now successfully and easily can watch TV and DVD in motion!!!!!!!!

The web is written in Japanese, but the web is:

http://www.sk-if.co.jp/ifKikaku/ifKikaku.htm

Have a 02 DTS & the 1791 pin works. Thanks.

Hello, just go to www.gnetcanada.com or go to Google and type in gm dvd override and it will take you to the spot you are looking for.

There is a unit you can buy and install inline.

http://www.coastaletech.com/CTS_LOCKPICK_INSTALLATION.htm

Good Luck, I have not done it.

The Coastal Lockpick system works perfectly. I have both the IPOD/Iphone and the DVD/NAV units.

Just make sure you do not try to install the units yourself. Take it to a car audio installer unless you know what you are doing.

code 1791 did not work for 2006 dts anytone got another code??

I have a 2006 STS-4 with the touchscreen navigation. I've read through all the post and really can't find anything for the 2006 sts.

Does anyone know how to override the safey feature on this?

thanks.

i have the same car if you get the code please let me know
i will do the same for you if i find one
lap6950@aol.com

Hi, I just joined...HI!....., so I've very new to the Cadilllac nav system. I'm going to get (ebay) an install a factory nav in an '04 cts. I've read SOME of the "how to's" on adding the factory nav, but I'd like to do this "upgrade" also. This thread has 17 pgs to it now, so can anyone provide me with an abridged version of this thread......or like a link to a typed "how to" or something like that?