I was skeptical about this unit because I only found limited info online. I waited about a week before I committed to the order. I did my research on how to install this unit and other units like it. From start to finish it took about 2 hours. I worked slowly and methodically. Read the instructions and watch the video they provide on youtube via the QR code. Make sure you put down the towel to protect your surfaces.
I am not a pro by any means. If it seems overwhelming, just take your time. Give yourself a day with no obligations so you don’t feel rushed. I started the installation late in the evening and I felt rushed. The next day I started at about 10 and took my time. It definitely helped because I figured out things, I would have otherwise missed (like hidden holes in the glove compartment which I could run wires through).
My car did NOT have the two fiber optic cables, so I can only view my rearview camera via BMW’s I’Drive. The PEMP will display only the lines and beep, but no picture. I am dealing with it for now, since I know how to backup with my mirrors.
Its a definite upgrade from my stock F30. Touch screen and works with iDrive. I use SirusXM and Waze and they both display beautifully. Today is day one(1) of the install. I will update it in a few months or so.
*As someone who thinks big purchases through,…money well spent.*
Update 1/1/2023. Figured out sone settings and got the back upon camera working. All is good.
