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Wireless and wired CarPlay and Android Auto. Retain all Toyota factory features.
We are thrilled the present the 2014-2018 Toyota Rav4 Hamilton Upgrade Kit. Our top-of-line module installs directly into your factory radio and adds wireless and wired CarPlay and Android Auto functionality right into your factory screen. The Hamilton Upgrade Kit will preserve all factory features including your original microphone, steering wheel controls, backup camera, and all original vehicle features and operating system.
Easily access your original Toyota Interface.
By long-holding the voice speech button on the steering wheel for three seconds at any time you can switch between your original Toyota system and the new Hamilton OS. The Hamilton Upgrade Kit will retain your factory XM, FM, and AM radio, as well as factory navigation.
Precision engineered in Raleigh, NC.
The Hamilton Upgrade Kit uses industry-leading components loaded with a custom lightweight operating system to run CarPlay and Android Auto. We have end-to-end control of our supply chain and circuit board development. Every Hamilton circuit board is gold-plated and made with genuine chips, ensuring our systems will perform and stand the test of time. Our heat sinks are some of the highest dissipating on the market, so our products will stand up even in hot environments.
Our expert engineers have precision-tuned our system to work with your factory microphone, making phone calls sound as good as they did from the factory. Less-expensive systems are unable to integrate with your original microphone and can compromise quality.
The Hamilton Guarantee. A top-of-the-line warranty.
All our Hamilton Upgrade Kits are backed by our 3-year warranty. Should anything go wrong with your product, Hamilton will repair or replace our system within 3-years. Details are available on our warranty/support page. Our goal is to treat every customer the way 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 |
| Compatibility Notes | Factory radio must have "Apps" button. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will this kit preserve original features including my original backup camera?
The Hamilton Upgrade Kit for Rav4 will keep your original features including your steering wheel controls and your original backup camera. At any time, you will be able to long-hold the voice-speech button on the steering wheel to switch back to your original Toyota OS. It will also keep your factory XM, FM, and AM radio.
Are there any important compatibility notes?
Yes, your factory radio must have an "Apps" button on it (i.e. it must look like our picture). Also, this device does not support vehicles outside of the USA (and some Canadian vehicles), unless your radio is made by Fujitsu and is a US-spec radio. If you are outside the USA, contact Hamilton Customer Service for confirmation.
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.
Does the Hamilton Upgrade Kit support wired and wireless CarPlay and Android Auto?
Yes, the Hamilton Upgrade Kit supports both wireless and wired CarPlay and Android Auto.