Coastal Electronic Lockpick C8R User manual

CONSTANT 12V OUTPUT
ACCESSORY 12V POWER OUTPUT
GROUND FOR ALL
AFTERMARKET CAMERAS
PROGRAMMING
DIP SWITCHES
REVERSE CAM ORANGE/BLACK
12V POWER OUTPUT
CONNECT USB CABLE HERE
FOR FUTURE UPDATES
UNPLUG ORIGINAL RADIO
CONNECTORS THEN PLUG IN HERE
PLUG AND PLAY
NO OTHER CONNECTIONS ARE
NECESSARY FOR OVERRIDE FEATURES
TO LOCKPICK BLACK GROUND WIRE
REVERSE CAM POWER
TO LOCKPICK ORANGE W/BLACK
STRIPE WIRE
FACTORY CONNECTORS REV
IN
AFTERMARKET REVERSE
CAMERA VIDEO CONNECTS HERE
INCLUDED IN KIT
COPYRIGHT 2011 COASTAL ELECTRONIC TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
LOCKPICK C8R
INSTALLATION OPTIONS
OPTIONAL POWER OUTPUTS
DO NOT CONNECT TO VEHICLE
WIRING
C8RCAMKIT
OPTIONAL REAR CAMERA KIT
MAKES IT SIMPLE TO ADD A REAR CAMERA TO YOUR VEHICLE
TM

BACK
CONTROLS ON BACK
OF STEERING WHEEL
BACK
CONTROLS ON FRONT
OF STEERING WHEEL
PRESS BACK
4X TO BEGIN
AND END
INSTRUMENT
PANEL MENUS
SELECT
DESIRED
FEATURE
SCROLL UP
MENUS
SCROLL DOWN
MENUS
LOCKPICK C8R
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
COPYRIGHT COASTAL ELECTRONIC TECHNOLOGIES, INC. 2011

Coastal Electronic Technologies, Inc.
Chrysler/Dodge
LOCKPICK C8R
Installation and Operation Instructions
Thank you for your purchase of the Coastal Electronic Technologies, Inc. LOCKPICK C8R.
The LOCKPICK C8R has many features and capabilities to unlock and allow full use of your
Chrysler/Dodge radio and navigation system (if equipped) PLUS instant activation of rear camera inputs
for easy aftermarket installations of rear cameras automatically activated when the vehicle is placed in
reverse. The Lockpick C8R is especially designed for compatibility with all radio systems utilizing the
new 8.4 inch display screen and all factory options which may be present.
Below is a list of included features:
The ability to use your navigation system without restrictions including the ability to input
addresses, search points of interest, etc. while in motion.
You can also enjoy full use and video viewing of your DVD player while in motion if you desire.
Fully enables the rear camera function present in your screen allowing the simple addition of an
aftermarket rear view camera.
Enables viewing on demand of factory rear camera or an aftermarket rear camera at any time or
while in any gear.
Controlled by steering wheel buttons – no extra switches or wiring.
Instrument panel text and menus display all functions and selections.
Plug and Play with factory connectors – no cut wires, soldering or taps – easily removed.
USB update ability built in to keep your Lockick current with changing software needs.
This manual will document how to operate the steering wheel buttons to activate the many functions of
the LOCKPICK C8R. Installation diagrams are included to guide you in various connection strategies.
Please read this manual fully so that you can learn to take advantage of all of the exciting features and
capabilities of the LOCKPICK C8R.
At this time, Coastal Electronic Technologies, Inc. would like to recommend that you have this
installation completed by a certified mechanic or someone familiar with automotive electronics.
This installation, while not time consuming, does require careful attention to detail and precise
following of installation instructions.
Coastal Electronic Technologies, Inc. accepts no responsibility due to the improper installation or
use of this product. Installation and / or use of this product implies and signifies user
acceptance of this term of use. Please adhere to all driving laws in your state.

The LOCKPICK C8R is designed with a simple “T” harness connector, equipped with factory male and
female connectors for direct connection to your radio. Most installations are relatively simple with just a
single panel surrounding the radio which must be pulled free before exposing the radio. Remove 4 screws
holding the radio to view the connectors on the rear of the radio. Consult a professional installer if you
require assistance plugging in your Lockpick.
1. With access to the rear of the radio, unplug the matching connector and plug it into the female
connector of your LOCKPICK C8R harness. Then plug the male connector of the LOCKPICK C8R
harness into the earlier factory location. The connectors are keyed and cannot be plugged in to the
wrong location. Line up the connectors carefully and make sure that no pins are bent or misaligned
before pressing hard to make sure the connectors are fully seated.
2. The Lockpick C8R contains dip switch settings on the module which can enable additional functions
as they become available or necessary for particular vehicles. At this time, no switch settings are
required and all switches should be left in the UP or OFF positions.
3. If you do not currently have a rear view camera and want to add one to your vehicle, the Lockpick
makes it easy. Optional cables and camera kits are available which allow simple plug-in installations
of aftermarket cameras. Included with the optional Lockpick C8RCAMKIT is a plug and play radio
wiring harness equipped with an RCA connection for video input of an aftermarket rear camera.
Plug in your rear camera video here. Also, power for your rear view camera is provided and labeled
on the main Lockpick harness as REVERSE CAM 12V + power output A GROUND connection is
also provided to make connecting and powering your camera simple.
Note: Some installers may be familiar with using the reverse taillight as a power source for
aftermarket rear view camera installations. This is not recommended or needed when using the
Lockpick as it supplies all power needs and video connections. Failure to connect the camera power
to the Lockpick will prevent the Lockpick from being able to power and display the aftermarket
camera at times other than reverse.
4. If you already have a factory rear view camera, no extra wiring or connections are necessary for the
Lockpick to be able to activate and display the factory camera at any time or any gear, just plug and
play.
5. Also present on your Lockpick harness is a 12V ACC output connection. This ACC output is created
by the Lockpick and can be used as a convenient 12V switched power source for many of your
accessories. It is rated for a constant 1.5 AMPs and will automatically turn on and off at the proper
times of your vehicle use. If your power needs are greater than 1.5 Amps, you may use the
CONSTANT 12V output conveniently provided by the Lockpick harness and switch it on and off
through a relay powered by the ACC power output of the Lockpick harness.
**NOTE: The connections for 12V Constant Battery power (YELLOW), ACC Ignition power (RED), GROUND
(BLACK), Reverse power(ORANGE W/STRIPE), are provided as a BONUS in your wiring harness for you to
use when connecting additional accessories such as a DVD player, Game, Cameras, Radar detector, etc.,
without worry that they might drain your battery when the car is turned off. The ACC wire can power up to 1.5
Amps constant. Higher loads should be connected with a relay.
** Do not attach the Constant or ACC wires directly to the vehicle wiring or ignition switch. The
Lockpick is plug and play for standard DVD/NAV/VIDEO/ /CAM unblocking and does not require
connections for power or ground. Connecting these Lockpick outputs to the vehicle wiring can
damage the unit and cause improper operations.

LOCKPICK C8R OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
All functions begin by accessing the menu structure created by the Lockpick on the dash instrument cluster.
Press the BACK button on your steering wheel 4x within 3 seconds to display Lockpick menus.
On the left, backside of the steering wheel, locate the upper, middle and lower factory buttons.
(See included drawing)
Press the lower button on the back of the steering wheel to scroll down through the menus and the upper
button to scroll up through the Lockpick menus.
Lockpick text
will display
here on your
instrument
panel. Different
vehicles will
display text in
various colors
etc., but always
in the top
location as
shown.

1. 2.
3. 4.
Press the center button to select the desired function.
The Lockpick instrument cluster menus will automatically time out after 10 seconds and return you to
standard vehicle information or you may press the BACK button 4x again to turn them off immediately.
Functions which have been turned on, will indicate with an asterisk next to the selection.
Lockpick Menus
Override - ON is the default state for this Lockpick option. Select Override ON to activate the enabling
feature of the Lockpick for navigation input while in motion or DVD play while in motion. The Override
feature will remain on as long as you desire or until you return to the Override menu and turn it OFF.
View Rear - Select VIEW REAR to manually activate and view the factory rear cam or any aftermarket
rear cam you may have installed and connected to the Lockpick wiring harness rear camera video input.
Press the center button again to turn off the rear cam and return to standard radio views.
AutoRear - ON is the default state for this Lockpick option. It will automatically activate the rear camera
function while in reverse gear for use with an aftermarket rear view camera or to support your factory rear
view camera. If your vehicle is not factory equipped with a rear view camera and you will not be installing
an aftermarket rear view camera, set this option to OFF by pressing the center button on the rear of the
steering wheel. This will prevent the screen from blanking while in reverse.
SW REV XXX – The Lockpick C8 software is equipped with the ability to be updated by the user and will
display the current software revision number while viewing this menu option.

Installation Q & A:
1. When I put the car in Reverse, the radio screen blanks out. I do not have a rear view camera.
The Lockpick C8R automatically activates a rear view camera input for your radio. If you do not intend to
install a rear view camera or do not want it activated automatically, activate the Lockpick menus and
scroll down to set the AutoRear function to OFF.
2. My system does not show the factory DVD player picture at any time. Will the Lockpick work for this car?
The Lockpick will enable the video function regardless of whether it is currently activated.
3. I do not have navigation but I do have the large screen in my vehicle. Will the Lockpick turn on navigation
functions?
No, these radios do not have the hardware to receive GPS or the mapping software necessary.
4. I turned on the rear camera or and all I see is a flashing picture or blank screen when I try to look at the
video.
Insure that your aftermarket camera is powered by the Lockpick and plugged into the Lockpick Video
input on the optional C8RCAMKIT harness. Also, check to see that Lockpick and radio connectors are
plugged to the back of the radio.
5. I pressed the up and down buttons on the front of my steering wheel and the Lockpick menus are not
changing.
After the BACK button is pressed 4x to enter the Lockpick menu structure, the three buttons on the back
side of steering wheel, on the left side, are used to go up, down and select Lockpick functions. Consult the
included steering wheel control operation page for full details.
6. How do I turn off a camera that I have turned on manually?
Press the middle button on the back of the steering wheel on the left side (see steering wheel illustration).
USB UPDATING
(make sure module is also connected to Lockpick harness and vehicle)
Your Lockpick C8R interface includes the ability to be updated via a USB connection to a PC.
Connect a common mini USB to standard USB cable (the same as used with most cameras and phones) into
the jack on the Lockpick module and then into a laptop computer. A software program is available for
download and installation on our website at www.coastaletech.com/usbupdate.htm Download the
application and save it to your computer. Open the folder and select the SETUP file to install the
FIRMWARE UPDATER program on your computer. On our website we provide updates and changes that
will use the FIRMWARE UPDATER program to allow simple updates to your Lockpick module when
desired.

If an update becomes available, download and save the desired Lockpick update from our website.
Make sure the module is plugged into the Lockpick harness and connected to your vehicle with the key off.
Plug in the USB cable to the Lockpick module and your computer. Then open the FIRMWARE UPDATER
program on your computer and when prompted, browse to the location you saved the desired update. Start
the update as directed in the software and do not stop the process once begun. After completion, disconnect
the USB cable, start the car and explore the installed firmware changes.
ENJOY YOUR LOCKPICK™ !!
Available accessories to make your camera installations easy
C8RCAMKIT1
INCLUDES
MINICAM 221Color Camera
Digital Distance Markings
Standard or Mirror Image
(front or rear)
Waterproof
21’ Power and Video cable
PLUS
FACTORY RADIO CONNECTOR AND
HARNESS FOR PLUG IN
INSTALLATION
C8RCAMKIT2
INCLUDES
BARCAM 221 Color Camera
Digital Distance Markings
Standard or Mirror Image
(front or rear)
Night Vision Illumination
Waterproof
21’ Power and Video cable
PLUS
FACTORY RADIO CONNECTOR AND
HARNESS FOR PLUG IN
INSTALLATION