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- Interface Module and Harness x 1

- Selector Button x 1

- Posi-Tap x 1

*Front Camera Not Included. Please purchase separately.

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- Provides input connection for aftermarket front camera to factory display screen.

- Selector button to activate front camera with programmable timer duration.

- Factory backup camera can be activated at any time without engaging reverse gear.

- Optional speed sensor connection to automatically display front camera at parking speed.

- In-built image stabilization and noise filter for excellent image quality.

- Made in Japan. 

- Perform installation with patience and due care to prevent damage to this product or any part

of the vehicle.

- Do not use pointed objects or apply excessive pressure to the selector button.

- Ensure all connectors, cables and terminals are correctly secured and fully inserted. Loose

and/or improperly secured connectors will cause malfunction.

- Always grasp the connector plug when disconnecting the cable harness. Never disconnect

connectors by pulling on the harness wires as serious damage can occur.

- Do not disassemble, modify or attempt to repair this device.

- Beat-Sonic and its affiliates shall not be held responsible for any consequence, either directly

or otherwise, as a result of installing and/or using this product.

- Disconnect negative terminal of the vehicle battery prior to installation to prevent risk of short

circuit.

■ Features

■ Important

■ Contents

■ Precautions

LEXUS

CS5EP

Instruction Manual

- Vehicle compatibility has not been confirmed for all Lexus models. Please contact Beat-Sonic

for up to date compatibility information.

- Depending on vehicle model, extensive disassembly may be required to install the CS5EP

harness and front camera. Accordingly, this product should be installed by an experienced

motor vehicle technician or automotive electrical professional.

- This product will not rectify any pre-existing faults with the electrical system, factory camera

and/or display unit.

- The user assumes all responsibility for any damages and/or injuries caused as a result of

improper installation.

- RCA Video Cable 0.5m x 2

- Instruction Manual x 1

Thank you for purchasing the Beat-Sonic CS5EP Front Camera Selector. You have purchased 

from Japan`s leading supplier of car audio interface adapters and accessories. Designed and 

made in Japan, this product represents our commitment to quality and excellence.  Please read 

this manual carefully prior to installing this product to ensure correct operation.

FRONT CAM

OUT PUT

BACK CAM

CAMERA SELECTOR

- CS 

-

SW

REV IN

REV OUT

GND

SPD

ACC

Multi-Display

Speed Sensor

Input*

Front Camera (Sold Separately)

24-Pin Connector

Selector 

Button

24-Pin Connector

Main Harness Connector

Front Camera Input

Connects to aftermarket

front camera

Back Camera Input

Connects to factory

backup camera output

Front

Rear

Connects to main 24-Pin 

Harness

Selector Button Connector

Connect to Selector Button

Camera Out

Connects to factory

Multi-Display

*Optional connection to vehicle speed sensor 

wire for low speed Front Camera Auto Turn-On.

Insulate with tape if no connection.

Orange LED

LED flashes when front camera is activated.

LED is ON when reverse camera is activated.

LED is dimly illuminated with ACC ON and no cameras activated.

Selector Button

Press button to display Front Camera

Press again to display Backup Camera (PTV Mode Enabled) 

1st Press

2nd Press

3rd Press

Camera Display Selection - Default Settings (PTV Mode Enabled)

Press the Selector Button to display the Front Camera. The Front Camera will turn off after

15 seconds and return to the previous Lexus Display Screen. 

Pressing the Selector Button again before the 15 seconds has elapsed will display the Backup 

Camera. The Backup Camera can be displayed at any time without having to select reverse 

gear. The Backup Camera will turn off after 15 seconds and return to the Lexus Display Screen. 

Pressing the Selector Button a 3rd time before the 15 seconds has elapsed will also return to the 

Lexus Display Screen.

Camera Display Selection - Optional Settings

* Selecting reverse gear will display the Backup Camera and override the Front Camera

display (if currently selected). Shifting out of reverse gear will then return to the Lexus

Display Screen regardless if the Front Camera was previously selected (default settings only).

Programmable Option - Speed Sensor Connection

With Navigation

Without Navigation

● 2nd press Backup Camera PTV Mode (i.e. viewing of Backup Camera without selecting

reverse gear) can be disabled using the Backup Camera PTV Mode programmable settings

on the other side of this installation manual.

● The duration of the camera display (default 15 seconds) can be changed using the Camera

Display Timer programming settings on the other side of this installation manual.

● The Front Camera can be programmed to automatically display at low speeds to assist in

parking. See Front Camera Auto Turn-On programmable settings on the other side of this

installation manual.

*Selector Button also used to effect 

 changes in programmable settings.

OUT PUT

Speed Sensor Wire on Pin# 56 

Speed Sensor Wire on Pin# 17 

*2015 GS 350 Radio Receiver Head Unit shown.

 Radio Receiver Head Unit will vary depending on 

 model and grade.

*Display size and position

 will vary depending on

 model and grade.

Connection Diagram

1. Remove all necessary parts to gain access to the rear of the Multi-Display.

2. Connect the CS5EP 24-pin harness directly behind the Multi-Display and inline with

the factory harness in a daisy chain configuration.

3. (Optional) Connect the Speed Sensor Input to the speed sensor wire located behind the

Radio Receiver Head Unit. Speed sensor connection will enable low speed Front Camera

Auto Turn-On feature. See below for location of speed sensor wire.

4. Install the front camera ensuring that power for the front camera is connected according to

the manufactures instructions. Connect the front camera video cable to the CS5EP module.

5. Install the Selector Button in an easily accessible location for the driver.

6. Reconnect the battery terminal and test for correct operation before reassembling all parts.

Disconnect the negative terminal of the vehicle battery and wait at least 90 seconds before

proceeding to prevent accidental airbag deployment.

Installation

Operation

The Front Camera can be programmed to turn on automatically at low speeds to assist 

parking. See other side of this manual for Front Camera Auto Turn-On programmable settings. 

To enable this feature, the Speed Sensor Input wire of the CS5EP must be connected to the 

speed sensor wire of the vehicle. This connection is not necessary if Front Camera Auto-Turn 

On is not required and should be insulated with tape for no connection. 

The speed sensor wire is located behind the Radio Receiver Head Unit. 

With Lexus Navigation: Pin# 56 of the the 59-pin connector.

Without Lexus Navigation: Pin# 17 of the 28-pin connector.

Viewed with wire harness exiting rear of connector and away from viewer

FUSE

Lexus Display 

Screen

Front 

Camera

Backup Camera

(PTV Mode Enabled)

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Use the Posi-Tap wire joiner to connect the Speed Sensor Input

1

Strip and bare the end of the wire

2

Attach to connecting cable 

3

Hand tighten to secure

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