Upgrade '16 Denali to HDMI input from '17 models?

[johnsocm]

I know this may be a dumb question but what cable or harness did you use to power the overhead screens?

 

[johnsocm]

If I hooked up just the new dvd player, new rear entertainment panel, and new overhead screens will this work? I just want the kids to be able to control the movie from the back seats and could care less if I operate the volume or movie from the front.

 

[johnsocm]

Ok folks . .

The infamously difficult to find a part number for the 2017+ blue USB cable from the HMI to the DVD player / screen / center console is PN# 84275164.

The 2017+ center console wire harness that goes back to the rear seat entertainment receptacle is PN# 84202933. Just a quick note that this required taking the entire center console out and taking it completely apart, which was easily the most intensive work so far. The plus side of this though is that everything is plug and play!

The 2017+ rear seat entertainment receptacle with HDMI is PN# 84144678.

My 2016 Yukon Denali already had the the IO6 version 2.5 HMI and video enabled screen, so I bought a new 2017+ DVD/Blu-Ray player (PN# 84409491) and sent my HMI and the new disc player to White Automotive and Media Services to be programmed.

More to come!

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If I hooked up just the new dvd player, new rear entertainment panel, and new overhead screens will this work? I just want the kids to be able to control the movie from the back seats and could care less if I operate the volume or movie from the front.

 

[Chevyzr1]

cmatt..
Have you had any revelations? I'm thinking it's a combination of a newer DVD player (84409491) and a newer HMI module (84331776 or 84546904) to make it work.
Did you ever get this figured out ? I'm having the same
I have a slightly different problem. I have a 2018 with RSE (hdmi input). The input is not displaying any res higher than 480p. Signal from a Roku appears zoomed in to just the bottom left portion of what the Roku would normally put out. Yet, other 2018 Tahoes on the dealer lot display 720p just fine. I'm thinking the problem is either my version of the DVD player installed during the build (not support more than 480p from the hdmi input coming to it) or the HMI module. I have 84364936 which is an earlier build than the ones listed above. GM infotainment support is aware of the issue. GM tech support is telling the dealer techs that replacing the HMI won't fix the issue. Of course my response to them is "then what will make it output 720p... if you're so confident it's not in the HMI then where is the problem?". I haven't received that answer yet but will pass along if I find out.

 

[Mike A Giorgio]

It works!

The key to all of this is the DVD drive . . it is NOT the HMI (although the HMI and the DVD drive need to be programmed, and you've got to be using a 2.5 HMI). I did not connect the grey connector on the back of the DVD drive (because you can't . . they're different sized connectors between 2017+ and below), and am unsure what it's even used for at this point because all audio / video functions work perfectly.

Huge thanks to White Automotive and Media Services for programming / unlocking the 2.5 HMI and the 2017+ DVD drive.

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Thanks for this. Which blue cable did you use PN 84275164 or PN 84005111 or does it matter?

 

[NorthJersey]

It works!

The key to all of this is the DVD drive . . it is NOT the HMI (although the HMI and the DVD drive need to be programmed, and you've got to be using a 2.5 HMI). I did not connect the grey connector on the back of the DVD drive (because you can't . . they're different sized connectors between 2017+ and below), and am unsure what it's even used for at this point because all audio / video functions work perfectly.

Huge thanks to White Automotive and Media Services for programming / unlocking the 2.5 HMI and the 2017+ DVD drive.

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Darren,

I have a 2015.5 Yukon Denali XL. Based on your posts, I believe I will need to purchase the following:

2.5 HMI (part number from the list at WAMS)
2017+ blu-ray player
Blue coax cable (84005111)
Harness for the front floor console (84202933)
Rear entertainment receptacle (84144678)

Can you confirm that's all I need?

 

[Darren S]

Darren,

I have a 2015.5 Yukon Denali XL. Based on your posts, I believe I will need to purchase the following:

2.5 HMI (part number from the list at WAMS)
2017+ blu-ray player
Blue coax cable (84005111)
Harness for the front floor console (84202933)
Rear entertainment receptacle (84144678)

Can you confirm that's all I need?

You might already have a 2.5 HMI, like I did in my 2016, so I'd confirm first. Either way, you'll have to have the HMI and DVD / BluRay player programmed.

Outside of that, I replaced my center console with a console from a 2017+ escalade that already had the short run of blue usb cabling attached that meets the new blue usb cable I ran at the front (that goes to the DVD, Screen, and HMI), and runs to the hdmi breakout receptacle at the back. All that to say, I'm unsure of what the part number is for the blue cable that's required to run from the dvd / bluray to the receptacle at the back.

Hopefully that's helpful.

Best,

- Darren

 

[NorthJersey]

You might already have a 2.5 HMI, like I did in my 2016, so I'd confirm first. Either way, you'll have to have the HMI and DVD / BluRay player programmed.

Outside of that, I replaced my center console with a console from a 2017+ escalade that already had the short run of blue usb cabling attached that meets the new blue usb cable I ran at the front (that goes to the DVD, Screen, and HMI), and runs to the hdmi breakout receptacle at the back. All that to say, I'm unsure of what the part number is for the blue cable that's required to run from the dvd / bluray to the receptacle at the back.

Hopefully that's helpful.

Best,

- Darren

Thanks for checking back in, Darren! I'll update when I make some progress.

 

[NorthJersey]

Might the cable be either one of these?

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[NorthJersey]

I managed to find a source 2017+ console. When it arrives, I will try to identify the cable in question.

If you're looking for a complete console, you might try Schram auto parts. They seem to have a lot new take-offs. I found mine at a cheaper price through an outfit in Texas. PM me if you're looking for one in Cocoa/Dark Atmosphere.

 

[NorthJersey]

You might already have a 2.5 HMI, like I did in my 2016, so I'd confirm first. Either way, you'll have to have the HMI and DVD / BluRay player programmed.

Outside of that, I replaced my center console with a console from a 2017+ escalade that already had the short run of blue usb cabling attached that meets the new blue usb cable I ran at the front (that goes to the DVD, Screen, and HMI), and runs to the hdmi breakout receptacle at the back. All that to say, I'm unsure of what the part number is for the blue cable that's required to run from the dvd / bluray to the receptacle at the back.

Hopefully that's helpful.

Best,

- Darren

So, I need to buy a different blu-ray player, but do I also need to buy a new touchscreen assembly?

 

[Darren S]

I have a 2016 GMC Yukon XL Denali and it had the screens and DVD player from factory. For me, with all that being there already, I did not have to do anything with the touchscreen. I think you only have to tinker with the touchscreen if your vehicle doesn't have the screens and DVD player already.

 

[NorthJersey]

I hope you're right. I'll be holding my breath when I plug in that harness. I will post an update with the results.

 

[Justin101714]

I have a 2016 GMC Yukon XL Denali and it had the screens and DVD player from factory. For me, with all that being there already, I did not have to do anything with the touchscreen. I think you only have to tinker with the touchscreen if your vehicle doesn't have the screens and DVD player already.

Okay, I have a 2015 Tahoe LTZ. I’ve got the dvd and rear seat entertainment. From what I gather from the thread so far. I need a new DVD player and the controls on the back of the console. Of course it needs to be programmed. I already have a programmed 2.5 HMI in the vehicle now. That’s it? Will the module on the back of the console PnP?

 

[lovelylin80]

Nice work.

On the USB cable for the dash you listed (84275164), looking at the pictures online it appears to be a little different than what would be in an SUV that came with the HDMI from the factory. It may still work if the lengths are long enough.
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This is the dash usb cable from a 2018 Denali that had the rear entertainment center. 2016 and earlier SUVs won’t have the bypass module.
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Where did you get these cables...so my infortainment screen went black brought it to gm they said I needed a new screen ok got another it came on and would black out. They jumped the video port and the screen would work they said the cable is the issue and they don't even know where to get it from...ugh gm really. I'm assuming to get the screen on the cable runs from the console screen to the hmi module. In the back of my screen there are only 2 connection and the one I need is to make the video work. Please any help would be appreciated

 

[lovelylin80]

Ok folks . .

The infamously difficult to find a part number for the 2017+ blue USB cable from the HMI to the DVD player / screen / center console is PN# 84275164.

The 2017+ center console wire harness that goes back to the rear seat entertainment receptacle is PN# 84202933. Just a quick note that this required taking the entire center console out and taking it completely apart, which was easily the most intensive work so far. The plus side of this though is that everything is plug and play!

The 2017+ rear seat entertainment receptacle with HDMI is PN# 84144678.

My 2016 Yukon Denali already had the the IO6 version 2.5 HMI and video enabled screen, so I bought a new 2017+ DVD/Blu-Ray player (PN# 84409491) and sent my HMI and the new disc player to White Automotive and Media Services to be programmed.

More to come!

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The infamously difficult to find a part number for the 2017+ blue USB cable from the HMI to the DVD player / screen / center console is PN# 84275164. I have a question about this. Is this the cable that connects to the back of the screen and provides video on the display. Sorry not familiar with this stuff gm doesn't have a part number I need to get my touch screen on again