Solution found!
I'm very happy to report that I've found a solution to this puzzle.
Many of us have installed a SmartTOP (to increase the functionality of our soft tops) from Mods4Cars. I contacted them and asked if their module could defeat the lockout of the voice command. The owner (Stefan) was happy to explore the issue, and was able to program a solution. He's now added this functionality, plus some other cool new features, in a 2.00 version of the firmware. The best part is that he'll be making this update available to all current owners of the module, for free! And if you haven't already purchased one, consider this the deal-sealer that makes the SmartTOP indispensable to roadster owners.
I got the beta version of the upgrade installed last night, and I'm still testing it out, but it appears to work perfectly. I'm not sure when the upgrade will be available to the public, but it should be soon and I'll keep you guys posted. Let me know if you have any questions.
Steve
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