------------------------------------------------------------------------i just installed my avic n2 with out the hidden away unit but the receiver will not turn on... do i need the hide away unit for it to function???? all it does is turn the red led light behind the faceplate on

Yes. Don't double post.

sorry bout the duble post..... but i do need the hide away even tho i dont want the navi... i just want to play dvds on a flip up sceen

yes you need the hideaway box the is the gui interface controller