Applicable SKUs: MW-1303, MW-1303VX, MT-1007, MT-1007VX

This guide will walk you through installation notes, troubleshooting tips, and special features for installing your VHEDIA head unit into a Toyota Prado 2017–2023 (All Badges).

Installation Video

For SKUs: MT-1007 and MT-1007VX

For SKUs: MW-1303 and MW-1303VX

Which Wire Goes Where

For SKUs: MT-1007 and MT-1007VX
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For SKUs: MW-1303 and MW-1303VX
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NOTE: If your head unit doesn't turn on after installing, you can try the other main harness in the kit.
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If your factory head unit looks like this, use the harness on the kit that matches the plugs on your old factory head unit. Try to mix and match the connections and see which one works as some plugs can be identical. Please refer to this YouTube video on our page before putting back in the head unit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w0E3s3zwp7E

Common Issues & Fixes

For SKUs: MW-1303VX and MT-1007VX

No Sound After Installation

If your unit powers on but no sound is heard:

  1. Go to Settings > Car Settings.

  2. Enter Factory Settings (passcode: 126).

  3. Navigate to CANBUS > Advanced.

  • Manufacturer: Simple

  • Category: Toyota

  • Model: Prado 2018 (works for all Prado models)

  • Tap OK.

  1. If using M Series (MT-1007VX) → skip to Step 6.

  2. Return to the home screen and open the Amplifier app.

  3. Adjust the volume and see if it sound now works.

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Still not working? Put the factory unit back in, turn volume up to 75%, then reinstall the VHEDIA unit.

Knob/Dial Does Not Flick Back

  • Pull off the knob and test the metal spindle underneath.

  • If it works fine, contact us at hey@vhedia.com.au and we’ll send a replacement knob.

  • If the replacement also doesn’t work, contact us again for further support.

Car Stuck in Reverse

  • Unplug the two cables labelled “REVERSE IN”.

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  • This should resolve the issue.

Factory Camera Settings

Factory Camera – Static Display

If the camera works but the screen shows static:

  1. Go to Settings > Car Infotainment > About Device > Fill in password 8878 > Backcar Setup.

  2. Cam Type, select (0 CVBS) > CamFormat, select (1: NTSC or 2: PAL) choose the one based on what your factory camera uses but majority uses NTSC.

  3. Tap SAVE > OK to reboot.

  4. Your reverse camera should start working after the reboot.

Front Camera No Longer Shows When Shifting to Drive or Slowing Down

  • Follow the step-by-step video guides below.

  • First Step:

  • Second Step:

NOTE: If using Prado VX or Kakadu (SKUs MT-1007VX / MW-1303VX), also try setting CANBUS type to #7 Prado 2014.

How to Enable the 360 Camera

For SKUs: MW-1303 and MW-1303VX

Follow these steps to enable the 360 camera on your Toyota Prado's head unit:

1. Access the Menu:

  • Turn on your vehicle and ensure the head unit is powered up.

  • Go to Settings > Car Infotainment > About Device > 8878 Password > Menu Icon.

2. Enable 360 View:

  • In the menu, find and select the 360 View option. This setting enables the 360-degree camera functionality on your head unit. (Refer to the image below for guidance).

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3. Activate the 360 Camera:

  • Put your vehicle in reverse to engage the reverse camera.

  • On the reverse camera display, locate and click the 360 Icon. This will switch the view to show the 360-degree camera perspective. (Refer to the image below)

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By following these steps, your 360 camera should now be enabled and functioning correctly on your Toyota Prado's head unit.

Hand or Parking Brake Light Staying On

If you are experiencing an issue where the parking or handbrake light stays on continuously on the dashboard, follow these steps to resolve it. This involves cutting or pulling out the pink wire from the included harness of the head unit.

1. Locate the Pink Wire

  • Identify the harness included with your VHEDIA head unit. The pink wire should be clearly visible within this harness.

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2. Choose Your Method

Cut the Wire:

  • Using a wire cutter, carefully cut the pink wire. Ensure the cut is clean and there are no loose strands.

  • Secure the ends of the cut wire with electrical tape or a wire cap to prevent any short circuits or unintended connections.

Pull Out the Wire:

  • Firmly but gently pull the pink wire out of the harness. Ensure it is fully disconnected from the rest of the wiring.

3. Test the Fix

Start the car and check the dashboard to ensure the hand or parking brake light is now functioning correctly and does not stay on.

4. Install the Head Unit

Once everything is done and checked that all plugs have been put correctly, sit the head unit and the AC controls in place and piece everything back together.

By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the issue of the hand brake light staying on the dashboard.

Factory AM/FM Radio Quality Issue

This guide provides instructions for installing the Toyota Dual Radio Plug.

When you receive our kit, you'll find a dual radio plug adapter included. This component is designed to enhance radio reception in our head unit. While in the future, all our harnesses will come equipped with the dual one, if what you have in our cable harness is a single one, follow these instructions for optimal performance.

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Wiring Diagram:

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Installation Steps:

Verify Compatibility:

Before proceeding, ensure that the Toyota Dual Radio Plug is compatible with your vehicle's factory radio. If uncertain, check the factory radio plug or reach out to us for assistance.

Preparation:

  1. If you have the dual radio plug adapter separate from the harness, you'll need to integrate it to the radio plug on our harness for improved reception.

  2. Locate the blue wire from the radio plug of our harness.

  3. Cut the blue wire.

  4. Connect the blue wire from the dual one to the cut end of the old blue wire you just cut.

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5. You're done! Test the radio and should be as good as the factory one. 

Toyota QC3.0 USB Panel

Your VHEDIA kit includes a QC3.0 USB panel that fits flush in the dash for cleaner access.

Connection options:

  1. Plug & Play Method:

    • White plug connects directly to the factory cigarette lighter plug (piggyback cable).

  2. Manual Wiring Method:

    • Snip plug, connect Red wire to ACC power, and Black wire to GND at the head unit.

Below is what the plugs from the Toyota QC3.0 USB Panel looks like:

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