Nexus 7 Fixed mount in 1990 C4
Drifting
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 1,479
Likes: 33
From: Jacksonville Florida
cgantner5150, I did try Wugfresh, but, couldn't get it to work. Probably just my inexperience. Decided to take the easier, but slower, route and will send it back to the manufacturer for service since it's under warranty. At least that way I'll know that it should be in good shape with no weird problems that may burn me later. I'll lose about a week and a half of time, but, hopefully end up better off.
Once I get it back I'll be bugging you and Jeff to help me sort out rooting and romming.
Once I get it back I'll be bugging you and Jeff to help me sort out rooting and romming.
Thread Starter
Race Director
Joined: Mar 1999
Posts: 12,597
Likes: 237
From: Bartlett Illinois
So my Bluetooth transmitter is on order to try with the tuner.
here is my list issues I need to resolve:
- If the Bluetooth works well for the tuner
- If I should have a physical volume and Balance control (waiting on parts)
- EQ does not fit in Glovebox. The Kenwood is 5-1/2" deep, the clarion is 4" deep, it might fit.
- Figure out how to access the power button and potentially the volume buttons on the tablet
If the bluetooth connection for Tuner audio does not work , I will need the physical *****.
I still might add them anyway, but just something I need to do. Also if the bluetooth does not work, then I currently have no way to EQ the sound. sort of bummed that it will not fit, but then again, it is one less piece of equipment to install.
I need to test out the system without the EQ just to see what type of gain I am getting at the amps.
here is my list issues I need to resolve:
- If the Bluetooth works well for the tuner
- If I should have a physical volume and Balance control (waiting on parts)
- EQ does not fit in Glovebox. The Kenwood is 5-1/2" deep, the clarion is 4" deep, it might fit.
- Figure out how to access the power button and potentially the volume buttons on the tablet
If the bluetooth connection for Tuner audio does not work , I will need the physical *****.
I still might add them anyway, but just something I need to do. Also if the bluetooth does not work, then I currently have no way to EQ the sound. sort of bummed that it will not fit, but then again, it is one less piece of equipment to install.
I need to test out the system without the EQ just to see what type of gain I am getting at the amps.
Drifting
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 1,479
Likes: 33
From: Jacksonville Florida
I accomplished one thing since my last post.....I shipped my tablet back for repair.
Still browsing for the other parts that I will be needing and studying other folks' projects to get more ideas.
Sometimes I think the more I read, the more I get confused!!!
Still browsing for the other parts that I will be needing and studying other folks' projects to get more ideas.
Sometimes I think the more I read, the more I get confused!!!
Thread Starter
Race Director
Joined: Mar 1999
Posts: 12,597
Likes: 237
From: Bartlett Illinois
Alright,
Using the knows, no matter what, it is a quick way to access without having to look. I will try the bluetooth in hopes it works well, just bummed that it requires you to turn it on all the time..
Hoping for time tomorrow and Wed to work on it. I would like to get power wired up
Using the knows, no matter what, it is a quick way to access without having to look. I will try the bluetooth in hopes it works well, just bummed that it requires you to turn it on all the time..
Hoping for time tomorrow and Wed to work on it. I would like to get power wired up
Drifting
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 1,479
Likes: 33
From: Jacksonville Florida
Jeff, the more I read, the more I like the idea of the *****. Too many folks have complained about the difficulty of using the onscreen controls for volume, balance, etc., while driving. Seems like a bad distraction.
What bluetooth transmitter will you be trying? I agree that it will be unfortunate to have to have it on all the time...if that ends up being the case.
What bluetooth transmitter will you be trying? I agree that it will be unfortunate to have to have it on all the time...if that ends up being the case.
Drifting
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 1,479
Likes: 33
From: Jacksonville Florida
I will refrain from commenting on your ****.
With all the stuff you order from Amazon I'm figuring you must be a Prime Member....or should be!
I'm in the process of trying to figure out if there is any difference between the Visteon and the Directed HD Tuner.
Visually they appear to be identical, as far as I can tell, other than the logos and markings.
Also, still looking into whether I will be able to use my factory Bose amps and speakers or if I'll have to gut all of that for aftermarket stuff.
Now that the tablet is shipped and out of sight I'm beginning to enjoy the process again.
With all the stuff you order from Amazon I'm figuring you must be a Prime Member....or should be!
I'm in the process of trying to figure out if there is any difference between the Visteon and the Directed HD Tuner.
Visually they appear to be identical, as far as I can tell, other than the logos and markings.
Also, still looking into whether I will be able to use my factory Bose amps and speakers or if I'll have to gut all of that for aftermarket stuff.
Now that the tablet is shipped and out of sight I'm beginning to enjoy the process again.
Corvette Stories
The Best of Corvette for Corvette Enthusiasts
Every 2027 Corvette Engine Explained
Joe Kucinski
Designer Imagines A Corvette That Looks More Like a Corvette Than the Corvette
Verdad Gallardo
10 Ugly Corvettes That We Still Kinda Love
Joe Kucinski
Top 10 Most Expensive Corvettes Ever Sold on Bring A Trailer
Brett Foote
10 Things Every Corvette Owner Needs (2026 Edition)
Michael S. Palmer
8 Most "Only Corvette Owners Understand" Quirks and Problems
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Reasons the C6 Z06 is Still A Performance Benchmark After 20 Years
Joe Kucinski
How Much Horsepower Every Corvette Engine "LOST" in 1972
Joe Kucinski
Top 10 DOs and DON'Ts for Protecting Your Convertible Top!
Michael S. Palmer
Thread Starter
Race Director
Joined: Mar 1999
Posts: 12,597
Likes: 237
From: Bartlett Illinois
I will refrain from commenting on your ****.
With all the stuff you order from Amazon I'm figuring you must be a Prime Member....or should be!
I'm in the process of trying to figure out if there is any difference between the Visteon and the Directed HD Tuner.
Visually they appear to be identical, as far as I can tell, other than the logos and markings.
Also, still looking into whether I will be able to use my factory Bose amps and speakers or if I'll have to gut all of that for aftermarket stuff.
Now that the tablet is shipped and out of sight I'm beginning to enjoy the process again.
With all the stuff you order from Amazon I'm figuring you must be a Prime Member....or should be!
I'm in the process of trying to figure out if there is any difference between the Visteon and the Directed HD Tuner.
Visually they appear to be identical, as far as I can tell, other than the logos and markings.
Also, still looking into whether I will be able to use my factory Bose amps and speakers or if I'll have to gut all of that for aftermarket stuff.
Now that the tablet is shipped and out of sight I'm beginning to enjoy the process again.
I have an aluminum one on the Level atten I bought, might go with that one too.. for now I just want to get something working.. the **** is an easy swap
to my knowledge the Visteon and Directed are the same,, in the CarPC world the same adapter/software works for both of them
I don't think you need to gut the Bose stuff, you should be able to adapt from a USB-DAC to the correct level input for the Bose
Drifting
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 1,479
Likes: 33
From: Jacksonville Florida
Jeff, thanks for pretty much verifying what I seem to be seeing as far as the Visteon and Distributed HD Radios being the same.
Also, thanks for the input on using the factory Bose amps and speakers. So far everything seems to point in that direction and I have to say that I am happy with the sound quality I am getting. I just need to make sure that I don't give it any signals that are worse than what it is getting from the factory AD Delco head unit.
There was a special at Google Play on the Tasker software yesterday so I picked that up and will start to play with that when the tablet comes back.
Also, thanks for the input on using the factory Bose amps and speakers. So far everything seems to point in that direction and I have to say that I am happy with the sound quality I am getting. I just need to make sure that I don't give it any signals that are worse than what it is getting from the factory AD Delco head unit.
There was a special at Google Play on the Tasker software yesterday so I picked that up and will start to play with that when the tablet comes back.
Thread Starter
Race Director
Joined: Mar 1999
Posts: 12,597
Likes: 237
From: Bartlett Illinois
LOL.. It really sucks, but outside of bright out of place colors and not knowing what size I would like it will work
this is the one I have on my level atten currently
QE9s3HFd1jBR0Os-4bHQ~~60_3.JPG)
I like this one.. but for $4 more I can get a whole **** assembly
this is the one I have on my level atten currently
I like this one.. but for $4 more I can get a whole **** assembly
Drifting
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 1,479
Likes: 33
From: Jacksonville Florida
Jeff, we need to see if we can figure out a way of having steering wheel controls of some sort. That would be a big plus!
My problem is that my car does not have any steering wheel controls currently, so, it's a bit of a challenge to add anything from scratch.
My problem is that my car does not have any steering wheel controls currently, so, it's a bit of a challenge to add anything from scratch.
Thread Starter
Race Director
Joined: Mar 1999
Posts: 12,597
Likes: 237
From: Bartlett Illinois
I know you have a C5, but check this out:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/audi...-retrofit.html
I am quite sure this would work using ...
the joycon EXR controller..
Thread on XDA.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=2384309
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=2113259
http://www.rcjoycon.com/base_3/menu_11.php?
http://rcjoycon.com/default/menu_10....dx=383&menu=11
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/audi...-retrofit.html
I am quite sure this would work using ...
the joycon EXR controller..
Thread on XDA.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=2384309
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=2113259
http://www.rcjoycon.com/base_3/menu_11.php?
http://rcjoycon.com/default/menu_10....dx=383&menu=11
Drifting
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 1,479
Likes: 33
From: Jacksonville Florida
Thanks for that quick reply and info.
Looks like you've already been considering this.
I had already read that first link relating to the C4. The more I read the more discouraged I got. Couldn't believe the persistence of the poster. That guy really sticks with it once he gets started.
The other links are new to me and have lots of helpful info.
I think there may be hope for me having "steering wheel" controls of one type or another in my car!!!
Looks like you've already been considering this.
I had already read that first link relating to the C4. The more I read the more discouraged I got. Couldn't believe the persistence of the poster. That guy really sticks with it once he gets started.
The other links are new to me and have lots of helpful info.
I think there may be hope for me having "steering wheel" controls of one type or another in my car!!!
Thread Starter
Race Director
Joined: Mar 1999
Posts: 12,597
Likes: 237
From: Bartlett Illinois
I have.. but I doubt I will do anything, since I have to have a physical volume control. if it was all through the Tablet, then I might have considered it..
not sure I would want to use the camaro/monte wheel either
One thing I need to do is install the light bulb back in the car for the Airbag I noticed it was missing, so my best guess it there is an issue with my Airbag system and at this point I probably will not fix it..
not sure I would want to use the camaro/monte wheel either
One thing I need to do is install the light bulb back in the car for the Airbag I noticed it was missing, so my best guess it there is an issue with my Airbag system and at this point I probably will not fix it..
Pro
Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 677
Likes: 3
From: Metairie LA
I think I have all my supplies to get started: ABS sheets, power supply, EQ, amps, etc.
Now I just have to deal with Mardi Gras - have kids marching in school bands all weekend. Maybe I'll get a chance to get something done.....
Now I just have to deal with Mardi Gras - have kids marching in school bands all weekend. Maybe I'll get a chance to get something done.....
Drifting
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 1,479
Likes: 33
From: Jacksonville Florida
Happy Mardi Gras and keep us posted on any progress.
Jeff, I wanted the steering wheel controls mostly for changing radio stations or going thru MP3 selections on the tablet. If I get the controls set up I'm sure there will be lots of other things that I can do with them. You raise a good point though, if I use a physical volume **** then using the steering wheel controls for volume may get a little tricky.
Jeff, I wanted the steering wheel controls mostly for changing radio stations or going thru MP3 selections on the tablet. If I get the controls set up I'm sure there will be lots of other things that I can do with them. You raise a good point though, if I use a physical volume **** then using the steering wheel controls for volume may get a little tricky.