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Old 02-10-2013, 03:43 PM
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So I have a 2007 530i with nav and all the other goodies. I am trying to do some research through the forum to see if I can set up the system to watch videos via AV cable or via the built in DVD drive for the Nav. Again I tried to research but being a Noob, I am not understanding any the acronyms being thrown out there regarding this. If someone could point me in the right direction I would appreciate it.
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Built-in system will not play video or have any AV input.

You'll need additional external module to achieve what you want either OEM way (expensive) or non-OEM way using various different kind of hardware.
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Is it worth it at all or just crazy expensive.
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It all depends on your definition of expensive, and if you are going to do the work yourself, or have it done by someone else. Here are a few links that should at least give you some info. TV/DVD on iDrive Display - Bimmerfest - BMW Forums
www.tvandnav2go.com - Automotive Automobile Video & Navigations - Navigation Systems - Navigation Conversions - Digital Clusters - Navigtion / Video Integration Upgrades - Reverse Camera Integrations - Navigation Integrations - Auto TV - Auto Navigat
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Ok thanks for the advice
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