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Wireless and wired CarPlay and Android Auto. Retain all Lexus factory features.
We are thrilled to introduce the 2016-2019 Lexus LS Hamilton Upgrade Kit for CarPlay and Android Auto. This system has been engineered by Hamilton from the ground up to integrate wireless and wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionalities right into your factory Lexus LS display. The Hamilton Upgrade Kit allows you to keep all your original factory functionality, including your backup camera, factory microphone, and steering wheel controls, as well as offers you the ability to switch back into your factory Lexus OS at any moment.
Easily access your original Lexus Interface.
If desired, you may switch back into your original Lexus system by simply long-holding the voice speech button on your steering wheel for three seconds at any time. The Hamilton Upgrade Kit allows you to use your factory XM, FM, and AM radio, as well as your factory navigation system.
Top-notch specs and durability. Precision engineered in Raleigh, NC.
The Hamilton Upgrade Kit is in a league of its own thanks to its innovative manufacturing techniques and its genuine, premium chips. The ARM-Cortex based processor achieved a temperature rating of Automotive AEC‑Q100 Grade 3, meaning it can function flawlessly in any climate, even if that be extreme heat or cold.
The Hamilton internal circuit board, which was proudly designed in Raleigh, NC, is gold-plated to guarantee top-notch, long-lasting performance.
Hamilton has recruited only the best of the best engineering talent, many of whom specialize in OEM vehicle electronics. Thanks to them, the Hamilton Upgrade Kit will work smoothly with your original display and has been fine tuned to use your factory microphone, allowing phone calls and Siri to work flawlessly.
The Hamilton Guarantee. A top-of-the-line warranty.
Enjoy peace of mind knowing that this kit is backed by the Hamilton Guarantee, our 3-year warranty that promises to repair or replace your unit should anything fail within three years. For more information on this promise, visit our warranty and support page. Here at Hamilton, every customer is treated exactly how we would want to be treated.
| Components | Details |
|---|---|
| Operating System | HamiltonOS-25 |
| CPU |
ARM Cortex‑A7 CPU with N13 Co‑Processor with DDR3 RAM |
| Audio | DSP multi-channel I/O, I2S, ADC, and DAC support |
| Audio Routing | Uses Factory OEM Head Unit. No changes to audio quality |
| Video Decoder | MPEG‑1/2, MPEG4‑SP, full‑HD H.264 (1080p). Exceeds Lexus OEM Screen |
| Temperature Rating | AEC‑Q100 Grade 3 (-40c to +85c) |
| Heat Sink |
High Dissipation Hamilton Designed |
| Circuit Board (PCB) Technology | Designed in NC. HDI Technology. Gold Plated for durability and performance. |
| Apple CarPlay | Wireless and Wired Compatibility |
| Android Auto | Wireless and Wired Compatibility |
| Microphone | Vehicle OEM |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Hamilton Upgrade Kit support both wireless and wired CarPlay and Android Auto?
Yes, we support both wireless and wired CarPlay and Android Auto. You can access your original factory OS at any time by long-holding your voice speech/menu button (this button may vary model to model; please check your pairing and setup video on our manuals page).
What makes the Hamilton Upgrade Kits stand alone on the market?
We employ some of the finest engineers in the world in this aftermarket CarPlay/Android Auto space. We do our testing here in the USA. This means we leverage our partnerships to locate American vehicles and gather all of our data off American cars. This way, we can be certain we do not disrupt factory equipment.
For our electronics, we use gold-plated PCB technology and premium components throughout. We use high quality harnesses and connectors to minimize the risk of damaging your wiring during installation and to protect against wiring faults. Also, we use a top-of-the-line reputable chipset that is specifically tailored for automotive applications.
Can I use FM, XM, or AM radio while CarPlay/Android Auto is showing on the screen? Are all factory audio channels still available?
You can use your factory radio channels and have CarPlay/Android Auto showing on your screen with the Hamilton Upgrade Kits with one important limitation: Please note that the factory radio channels are sealed channels. This means Siri cannot talk through these channels.
When you are streaming audio via CarPlay (e.g. Spotify, Apple Music, Sirius App, etc.), your music and Siri/Navigation will come out of your vehicle speakers mixed together.
However, while using the sealed factory radio channels, you will only be able to hear radio audio. System audio (Siri, navigation sounds, phone calls) cannot be mixed into the factory radio channels.
Note: You will not be able to use the AUX port for any external media devices liked DACs or MP3 players. The Hamilton Upgrade Kit consumes this audio input for CarPlay/Android Auto.
Playing audio via the factory USB port is not supported while using CarPlay/Android Auto. If you prefer USB, please use wired CarPlay/Android Auto.