Replaced ugly amber screen with Google Nexus 7
03-10-2013, 05:05 PM
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Replaced ugly amber screen with Google Nexus 7
Just wanted to share one of my favorite projects. Replaced the ugly amber screen with Google Nexus 7 with Android 4.1, replaced stock radio with Pioneer AVH-X2500BT 6.1" Touch DVD/USB/MP3 Car Player and relocated temperature control screen to glove box. Here is the link to the video.
I apologize for the video quality, it was taken from cellphone while navigating through screen and stereo.
I apologize for the video quality, it was taken from cellphone while navigating through screen and stereo.
03-10-2013, 06:45 PM
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Thank you.
The Nexus is supported by 3 brackets. 2 "S" brackets to support from sides and used vent screws to hold it. 1 wide "L" bracket at bottom supported by HVAC control top screws. The audio is transmitted to stereo over bluetooth. Wifi is connected via phone tethering. Extended the temperature display wiring to accommodate it in the glove box. I wish I would have taken some pictures to post while installations. Still looking forward on to moving temperature display underneath stereo, if I am able to find that extra piece without messing up the original part.
The Nexus is supported by 3 brackets. 2 "S" brackets to support from sides and used vent screws to hold it. 1 wide "L" bracket at bottom supported by HVAC control top screws. The audio is transmitted to stereo over bluetooth. Wifi is connected via phone tethering. Extended the temperature display wiring to accommodate it in the glove box. I wish I would have taken some pictures to post while installations. Still looking forward on to moving temperature display underneath stereo, if I am able to find that extra piece without messing up the original part.
03-10-2013, 06:51 PM
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Nexus has built-in GPS sensor, no need for tethering. I tested it without connecting to my phone and it works perfectly fine.
03-11-2013, 06:47 AM
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03-11-2013, 09:17 AM
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Pay attention Nissan. Put an android tablet in the next Maxima. To think that they charge $1000+ just for nav screen and this guy got Nav Google Maps Web Cool UI 32GB+ Jukebox Movies2Go Phone Pandora Weather Time & Social Media Widgets and so much more for $250. Very neat setup.....on the flip side the only thing Google tablets is missing is A/V input and FM support. Pay attention Google.
03-11-2013, 10:00 AM
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the technology you see in your car will always be a generation or two, or three, behind. reason is because when they design the car, they have to use whatever is available at the time. the time it takes to go from design, to prototype, through crash testing/safety testing, to production is quite a while so by the time the car ends up at the dealership the stuff inside is already out of date compared to the next tablet/etc that just got released.
im sure we'll start seeing more things LIKE this in the future; it just makes sense. on top of that Android is a free OS so car manufacturers can dive right in and utilize and existing platform instead of re-inventing the wheel.
im sure we'll start seeing more things LIKE this in the future; it just makes sense. on top of that Android is a free OS so car manufacturers can dive right in and utilize and existing platform instead of re-inventing the wheel.
03-11-2013, 10:21 AM
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Thank you.
The Nexus is supported by 3 brackets. 2 "S" brackets to support from sides and used vent screws to hold it. 1 wide "L" bracket at bottom supported by HVAC control top screws. The audio is transmitted to stereo over bluetooth. Wifi is connected via phone tethering. Extended the temperature display wiring to accommodate it in the glove box. I wish I would have taken some pictures to post while installations. Still looking forward on to moving temperature display underneath stereo, if I am able to find that extra piece without messing up the original part.
The Nexus is supported by 3 brackets. 2 "S" brackets to support from sides and used vent screws to hold it. 1 wide "L" bracket at bottom supported by HVAC control top screws. The audio is transmitted to stereo over bluetooth. Wifi is connected via phone tethering. Extended the temperature display wiring to accommodate it in the glove box. I wish I would have taken some pictures to post while installations. Still looking forward on to moving temperature display underneath stereo, if I am able to find that extra piece without messing up the original part.
03-11-2013, 10:35 AM
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the technology you see in your car will always be a generation or two, or three, behind. reason is because when they design the car, they have to use whatever is available at the time. the time it takes to go from design, to prototype, through crash testing/safety testing, to production is quite a while so by the time the car ends up at the dealership the stuff inside is already out of date compared to the next tablet/etc that just got released.
im sure we'll start seeing more things LIKE this in the future; it just makes sense. on top of that Android is a free OS so car manufacturers can dive right in and utilize and existing platform instead of re-inventing the wheel.
im sure we'll start seeing more things LIKE this in the future; it just makes sense. on top of that Android is a free OS so car manufacturers can dive right in and utilize and existing platform instead of re-inventing the wheel.
03-11-2013, 02:17 PM
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Pay attention Nissan. Put an android tablet in the next Maxima. To think that they charge $1000+ just for nav screen and this guy got Nav Google Maps Web Cool UI 32GB+ Jukebox Movies2Go Phone Pandora Weather Time & Social Media Widgets and so much more for $250. Very neat setup.....on the flip side the only thing Google tablets is missing is A/V input and FM support. Pay attention Google.
03-11-2013, 05:07 PM
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That's true. I did realize it after the pioneer was installed and had no other choice other than moving the temp display to glove box for now. I will find a way to install it underneath the stereo as soon as I find that extra piece. Some Dremel work needs to be done to accommodate it.
03-11-2013, 06:44 PM
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That's true. I did realize it after the pioneer was installed and had no other choice other than moving the temp display to glove box for now. I will find a way to install it underneath the stereo as soon as I find that extra piece. Some Dremel work needs to be done to accommodate it.
Dunno if you experienced the factory nav b4 but how does the nexus google nav compare to it. Is it slow , is it lagging as far as updating current location? Do it lose signal?
Whenever you get chance, why not post some pics of it from behind. This way , if your not willing to do a walk thru, we can still copy if not improve on your work.
03-11-2013, 07:18 PM
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03-11-2013, 07:28 PM
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Any loss of sound quality? There was a rumor about the factory 2 ohm speakers losing sound quality with conventional aftermarket stereos that are 4ohms... Don't know if this was a salesman trying to sell me new speakers for my old 07 Altima, not sure even if this applies to the maxima too. I hope you can forgive my ignorance... How does it sound compared to stock?
03-12-2013, 07:54 PM
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Regardless, Great job.
Dunno if you experienced the factory nav b4 but how does the nexus google nav compare to it. Is it slow , is it lagging as far as updating current location? Do it lose signal?
Whenever you get chance, why not post some pics of it from behind. This way , if your not willing to do a walk thru, we can still copy if not improve on your work.
Dunno if you experienced the factory nav b4 but how does the nexus google nav compare to it. Is it slow , is it lagging as far as updating current location? Do it lose signal?
Whenever you get chance, why not post some pics of it from behind. This way , if your not willing to do a walk thru, we can still copy if not improve on your work.
03-12-2013, 07:57 PM
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Any loss of sound quality? There was a rumor about the factory 2 ohm speakers losing sound quality with conventional aftermarket stereos that are 4ohms... Don't know if this was a salesman trying to sell me new speakers for my old 07 Altima, not sure even if this applies to the maxima too. I hope you can forgive my ignorance... How does it sound compared to stock?
04-20-2013, 06:38 PM
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What tablet are you putting in? You could look into a right angle micro USB cable. I'm thinking of using a Nexus 7 and getting that dock. That way I can integrate a quick slide in to connect to the car.
04-20-2013, 08:31 PM
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yeah I've been looking forever for that right angle micro USB.... no luck. Also I have no room for the aux cable. I was thinking about getting a Bluetooth aux output for the car so I can stream it wireless? I dunno I'm still stuck lol
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bump! I'm having trouble making room for the power cable. I have a 7inch tablet that fits perfectly but not enough room for the power mini usb =/ suggestions?
What tablet are you putting in? You could look into a right angle micro USB cable. I'm thinking of using a Nexus 7 and getting that dock. That way I can integrate a quick slide in to connect to the car.
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bump! I'm having trouble making room for the power cable. I have a 7inch tablet that fits perfectly but not enough room for the power mini usb =/ suggestions?
What tablet are you putting in? You could look into a right angle micro USB cable. I'm thinking of using a Nexus 7 and getting that dock. That way I can integrate a quick slide in to connect to the car.
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04-20-2013, 08:42 PM
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yeah I've been looking forever for that right angle micro USB.... no luck. Also I have no room for the aux cable. I was thinking about getting a Bluetooth aux output for the car so I can stream it wireless? I dunno I'm still stuck lol
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04-21-2013, 11:03 AM
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I bought the radio and a non slip pad and have the tablet outside, sitting below the radio. I have not taken the plunge to put it in the dash to make sure it works. I have seen a charging temp warning in the mid 80s, and i'm worried about how it will behave in the hot texas summer. Sucks that pioneer app mode only works with Iphone, at least on the x2500bt. Another problem is that bluetooth has to be adjusted manually, to switch from phone to tablet. For now, I'm using the tablet for nav only, and using my phone for music, Pandora can be controlled from the radio via bluetooth, but it doesn't connect automatically about 75% of the time. I am considering switching to iphone to use app mode on the radio and remove the tablet. I am able to tether with a free app with limited functions. To unleash the tablet, i will need mobile wifi or pay for a tethering plan. I still don't know which way I'm going to go. So far invested 800 on the install with a back up camera plus the cost of the tablet. I should have waited for the tech package.
04-21-2013, 12:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Envymynissan
I bought the radio and a non slip pad and have the tablet outside, sitting below the radio. I have not taken the plunge to put it in the dash to make sure it works. I have seen a charging temp warning in the mid 80s, and i'm worried about how it will behave in the hot texas summer. Sucks that pioneer app mode only works with Iphone, at least on the x2500bt. Another problem is that bluetooth has to be adjusted manually, to switch from phone to tablet. For now, I'm using the tablet for nav only, and using my phone for music, Pandora can be controlled from the radio via bluetooth, but it doesn't connect automatically about 75% of the time. I am considering switching to iphone to use app mode on the radio and remove the tablet. I am able to tether with a free app with limited functions. To unleash the tablet, i will need mobile wifi or pay for a tethering plan. I still don't know which way I'm going to go. So far invested 800 on the install with a back up camera plus the cost of the tablet. I should have waited for the tech package.
My current problem is mounting this dang tablet and making room for the power and aux plugs...the vents are in the way!!!!!
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04-21-2013, 01:03 PM
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Pioneer AppRadio SPH-DA100. could that REPLACE the Amber screen? it's a whole DVD nav system. I know it's not suppose to go there but just thought I would ask y'all first
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04-21-2013, 06:06 PM
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It would require a lot of custom work for the screen to fit plus you may not have enough space behind screen.
On a another note, I was looking at Kenwood products because they come with Garmin and supposedly can integrate some vehicle display functions. I contacted customer care to ask them if I could route the nav display to another screen? I was told by them that this years model couldn't but the previous 2011 model could. too late..
On a another note, I was looking at Kenwood products because they come with Garmin and supposedly can integrate some vehicle display functions. I contacted customer care to ask them if I could route the nav display to another screen? I was told by them that this years model couldn't but the previous 2011 model could. too late..
04-21-2013, 07:35 PM
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That would be awesome. I wanna call Nissan and ask them if I can reroute the a/c vents somewhere else lol fml
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It would require a lot of custom work for the screen to fit plus you may not have enough space behind screen.
On a another note, I was looking at Kenwood products because they come with Garmin and supposedly can integrate some vehicle display functions. I contacted customer care to ask them if I could route the nav display to another screen? I was told by them that this years model couldn't but the previous 2011 model could. too late..
On a another note, I was looking at Kenwood products because they come with Garmin and supposedly can integrate some vehicle display functions. I contacted customer care to ask them if I could route the nav display to another screen? I was told by them that this years model couldn't but the previous 2011 model could. too late..
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