FAAFTECH FT-LVDS-BM17 User manual

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INSTALLATION MANUAL
FT-LVDS-BM17

Follow the steps below to install the FT-LVDS-BM17 interface:
1st – Set up the interface according to the instructions on page 2;
2nd – Connect the whip and the accessories to be installed, according to what
is shown on pages 3-4;
3rd – In case you are installing a TV and/or a DVD, set up the IR according to
the instructions on pages 5-6;
4th – Finish the installation process by testing the interface and the accessories.
See functioning instructions on pages 7-8.
Important Notice: Do not isolate the ventilation entries in the FT-LVDS-BM17
equipment using foam, carpet or similar objects. Doing so can cause damages
to the equipment and void the warranty.
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INSTALLATION
•Unblocks video while vehicle is moving (original DVD / TV)
•Enables 2 AV inputs
•Enables 1 input for dynamic lines rear camera
•Enables 1 input for frontal camera
•TV and DVD controlled by IDrive or touch commands
•12V Cam and GND output
•Plug and Play Connections
•1 year warranty against manufacturer defect
•Compatible vehicles: www.faaftech.com/produtos/interface-de-video/ft-lvds-bm17
* Only for cars that have factory touch screen
CHARACTERISTICS

Set up the interface’s DIP Switches while the equipment is unplugged from the
whip, and while the car ignition is off.
The DIP Switches will only be validated if they are done with the power off. To
make sure the setup has been done, turn the power cable off and on again.
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DIP Switches
DIP 4 and DIP 5 UP on cars with a 10.2’’ screen
DIP 4 UP and DIP 5 DOWN on cars with a 8.8” screen
DIP 4 DOWN and DIP 5 UP on cars with a 6.5” screen
Configuration Table
UP enables AV2 (TV) input
DOWN disables AV2 input
UP enables AV1 (DVD) input
DOWN disables AV1 input
UP enables RGB (GPS) input
DOWN disables RGB input
DIP 1
DIP 2
DIP 3
DIP 4
DIP 5
DIP 6
DIP 7
DIP 8
UP when installing on Series 5, 6 or 7
DOWN when installing on Series 3, Mini, X4 or X5
UP if there’s a manufacturer camera OR if a camera won’t be installed
DOWN if a rear camera will be installed
UP disables original TV/DVD video while vehicle is moving
DOWN enables original TV/DVD video while vehicle is moving
ON
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3
CONNECTIONS
Connect to the
original whip
Note: in case there is an optic fiber
connection on the original connector, you
are going to need to remove the optic
fiber from the connector and then
connect it to the LVDS-BM17 connector.
ORIGINAL SCREEN
Connect the red and white RCA
from AV OUT to the whip’s AV IN.
Note: for vehicles without AUX input,
connect this to the FM transmitter
(sold separately)
Remove the original LVDS cable and
connect it to the equipment’s LVDS IN
Connect to POWER
Connect to the radio
Cabo original
AV Out
Audio IN
Connect the LVDS OUT from the
equipment to the original screen

4
CONNECTIONS
RGB input
AV1 Input
(DVD/mirror)
External AV commuting
button connection.
Optional usage
IR sensor connection for
LVDS remote control usage
AV2 Input
(TV)
Front camera
input
Rear camera
input
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pág 2
No function
No function
No function
Connect to the TV and DVD IR inputs so
that those can be controlled by their
original commands
Use this to power the
rear camera
IR-TV
AV1AV2AV3Rear-C
IR-DVD
Refer to page 3

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Follow the steps below in order to program the IR that will control the DVD and
the Digital TV through the vehicle’s original commands.
1st – After the LVDS installation, select input AV1 or AV2;
2nd – Point the remote to the LVDS IR sensor, connected to the equipment’s IR
input. Press the < button for three seconds. The MENU OF FACTORY will pop
up;
3rd – Select option UTIL2 from MENU OF FACTORY;
4th – Set the I-DRV REMOTE function to USER. Set the I-DRV CONTROL
function to ON.
IR PROGRAMMING
MENU to Return SEL to Select/Save
Menu of FACTORY
UTIL1
UTIL2
INFO
IMAGE PAS TYPE
PAS SETUP
REAR TYPE
SAFE ENABLE
RADAR ENABLE
MENU to Return SEL to Select/Save
UTIL1
UTIL2
INFO
PARK
Menu of FACTORY
I-DRV REMOTE
I-DRV CONTROL
IR MEMORY
HANDLE KEY
MEMORY KEY
TOUCH ENABLE
Set as USER
Set as ON
Press the DVD option to start the DVD
programming and the DTV option to start
the TV programming

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Make the DVD and the TV programming
following the same steps. In order to alter
between those, chose between DVD or DTV
on the IR MEMORY menu.
5th – In the programming menu, select the key you want to program. Then,
press the same key on the DVD or TV remote, so that LVDS will be set up in the
same way.
6th – After programming all the keys, press the SRC key to finish the
programming;
7th – Finish the programming by exiting the MENU OF FACTORY.
IR PROGRAMMING
Keys for programming
Finishes and leaves programming
Scan the QR code to watch the
IR programming video,
or go to www.faaftech.com/videos/bm17

7
Follow the steps below in order to access and use the equipment’s AV inputs.
1st – In the original multimedia menu, access the AUX audio source. In vehicles
without AUX entries, choose the FM frequency from the installed transmitter.
2nd – Press the MAP button on the IDrive for 3 seconds to alternate between the
RGB, AV1 and AV2 inputs from the equipment. (Only the inputs enabled through
the DIP switches will be available.)
3rd – Simply push the MAP button once in order to go back to the original menu.
Any other button may be used for this, except for the BACK button.
USAGE
IDRIVE’S MAP
BUTTON

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If you are using a DVD and a TV on inputs AV1 and AV2, it is possible to use the
iDrive and the touch commands (when available) to control these accessories.
In order to use the iDrive command, spin the iDrive to visualize the icons on the
screen, and then spin the iDrive to select the icon you want. Then, press the
iDrive to confirm that command.
If the original screen is a touchscreen, you can touch the screen to show the
command icons and then touch the icon that you want to confirm a command.
Note: the commands will only work if you have previously made the IR
programming according to the instructions on pages 5-6 and if you have
connected the IR-TV and the IR-DVD cables on the TV and DVD modules.
USAGE
Spin the iDrive to visualize the command icons, select
the icon and then press the iDrive to confirm the
command.
Command icons. You can see them on screen by
spinning the iDrive or by touching the screen, if you
are using a touchscreen.

1.After installing the interface, the radio won’t turn on.
• Review the installation and check if the cables are connected according to the
images on pages 3 and 4;
• Check if the cables are well connected.;
2.When I try to access AV1 or AV2, no sound will come out.
• Make sure the RCA “AV Out” cable is connected to the RCA “Audio IN”,
according to the images on page 3. Make sure you have selected the AUX audio
input before accessing the AV inputs;
• If you are in a vehicle without AUX input, switch to the FM bandwidth before
accessing the AV inputs;
3.The rear camera won’t show up when I put my car on reverse.
•Check the DIP Switches to make sure they are set accordingly to the table on
page 2;
4.I can’t control the DVD/TV using the original commands.
•Check if the IR-TV and IR-DVD cables are correctly connected;
•Remake the IR programming, following the instructions on pages 5 and 6;
•Make sure the DVD is connected to the AV1 input, and the TV is connected to
the AV2 input. That is the only way the commands will work.
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Problem Solving

10
Warranty
FAAFTECH assures their clients a 01 (one) year period against defects in
materials and workmanship, proved by presenting both the receipt of purchase
from the reseller to the costumer and the present Warranty Certificate filled,
observing the following:
1. FAAFTECH will null the warranty if Faaftech or their authorized technical
assistance concludes that the equipment suffered from damage caused by poor
usage, by inadequate installing, by accidents (crashes, falls, and others), or if
there are any signs of the product having been violated, adjusted or fixed by
non-authorized personnel;
2. The Warranty Certificate is only valid when filled and presented together
with the receipt from the reseller to the costumer, as well as the attendance
number that is generated by our Technical Support, which can be reached from
the numbers: [phone] (landlines only) or [phone]. From
Mondays to Fridays, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. (GMT -03:00);
3. Any repairs and maintenances of the equipment still covered by the warranty
will be exclusively handled by FAAFTECH.
4. This warranty will not cover any products with unreadable or adulterated serial
code numbers;
5. The expenses with shipping, securing and packaging are not covered by this
warranty, and they are the full responsibility of the owner of this equipment.
Warranty Certificate
Equipment: FT-LVDS-BM17 1 Year
Buyer’s name:
Phone number: City: State/Province:
Address:
Date of purchase:
Attendance number:
Attention: This Warranty Certificate is only valid when filled and presented together with the receipt from the
reseller to the costumer. Keep this in a safe place.
Receipt number:
Serial Number:

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