recommendations for dvd changer

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3 known 'main line' ways to hook up video (more exist, however) in the US:

1) Nav TV

-OEM reprogrammed Tv/Video tuner that requires a cable and install near the radio unit; does not provide audio in via stereo (this may have changed); requires installer (I believe navtv.com does not sell direct anymore), and is now $$$$ as the price of OEM TV tuners has skyrocketed. cable is a bunch of shorter cables plugged together.

2) Tv on Nav

--requires OEM TV tuner. has a black box that plugs in between the tuner and the NAV system (also requires cable, though their cable is thinner and more insulated against noise); allows you a mono OR stereo input source to video (requires AUX in stereo adapter for stereo in). Works great, just like one, but slightly more flexible. $$$$ if you don't have the OEM tuner, otherwise $200 for the adapter to play video while car in motion and select AUX in stereo source

3) Tv on Nav's Video Input System

--does not require high priced OEM TV tuner module. plugs and plays.

check out: http://tvonnav.com/bmwrgb.html

BMW enthusiasts who want a simple video conversion that allows 2 video inputs can now purchase our TVonNAV
Video Input System. This video input system allows you to input any video signal into your navigation system.

This unit will accept a NTSC, PAL or SECAM input. The video input is controlled using a button on the navigation
screen. The second video input is automatically activated when a trigger wire receives a 12volt input.

***OUR SYSTEM DOES NOT REQUIRE A TOGGLE SWITCH OR SIMILAR METHOD OF ACTIVATION***

This is a project that can be completed yourself without special tools in just a couple of hours. The unit is installed
Plug and Play, with no cutting or splicing required. The entire installation is done near the navigation computer and
no wires or switched need to be run up to the front of the vehicle.

This unit is NOT compatible with the E60/61 5 Series, E63/64 6 Series, E65/66 7 Series or the new E90 3 Series.



Some pics showing units in action.

Cost: $499

Does not require OEM tuner. Has input in stereo... Requires separate TV tuner to receive TV. <- best $$$ option here.


All three rock.

I actually have the original NavTV module, and the TV on Nav module inline to allow stereo input via AUX adapter. I also have a Kenwood Sirius and Keg for MP3 through the Aux In adapter. My kenwood Sirius selector allows for an AUX in stereo source which I hooked up to the DVD stereo output.. its a built in switching system.... It rocks!