Possible mounting for 7" LCD?
06-11-2004, 10:35 AM
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Possible mounting for 7" LCD?
I'm one of the many who are trying to solve the placement issue of a 7" touchscreen VGA in the rx-8. The options developed so far for permanent mounting are not really my taste (motorized etc.) so I figured I could mount a display temporarily until a better solution comes out (stock nav dash pieces start being sold without the nav etc.). Well I was given this site on another forum (mp3car.com) and they have a clip specially made for the 8 here:
RX-8 Proclip angled mount
My idea was to use that mounts predrilled holes with a product from this site:
RAM Mounting Systems
Therefore, a 7" display could be placed near the climate controls and easily be moved when needed access to them (maybe even hidden).
My question is whether you think the proclip could hold the weight of another mounting bracket and a 7" screen. Even if it doesn't, the price's are cheap enough that it's worth a try.
Before you all start bashing....I know this isn't a permanent solution but just something to get me through until one does come along (with no damage or drilling to the car).
Let me know what you all think
RX-8 Proclip angled mount
My idea was to use that mounts predrilled holes with a product from this site:
RAM Mounting Systems
Therefore, a 7" display could be placed near the climate controls and easily be moved when needed access to them (maybe even hidden).
My question is whether you think the proclip could hold the weight of another mounting bracket and a 7" screen. Even if it doesn't, the price's are cheap enough that it's worth a try.
Before you all start bashing....I know this isn't a permanent solution but just something to get me through until one does come along (with no damage or drilling to the car).
Let me know what you all think
06-14-2004, 10:55 PM
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One way to mount a 7inch LCD is to use a cellular phone gooseneck and route it through the hole just to the left of the glove box. I mounted my Lilliput touchscreen this way and it works PERFECTLY. Full access to all controls, no interference with the glove box and angle slightly towards the driver side. I will try and take a picture of the install tonight or tomorrow and post it for you.
06-19-2004, 11:14 PM
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The carputer is currently under the passenger seat. I have been having problems with the touchscreen only working for the first 4-5 minutes while I use it but then not functioning if I don't touch it for awhile. The screen still displays, but the touch interface stops working. I am thinkng it might be the 6ft extension cable. So I am going to try moving the computer forward in the car and just using the cable it came with.
06-20-2004, 10:33 AM
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I got mine from a local cellular phone shop but glkyjones found it online here
http://www.crutchfield.com/S-zVhpaWN...N&search=mount
http://www.crutchfield.com/S-zVhpaWN...N&search=mount
06-29-2004, 10:35 AM
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I just got my Lilliput and flexible arm in recently. I will try mounting it just to see how it looks although it won't be functional until I build my computer. Due to lack of funds that might take a while 
I was thinking of using an old laptop like I've seen some due. My only question is...
Is there enough power from the cigarette lighter to power both a laptop and touchscreen? (for temporary purposes)
I was thinking of using an old laptop like I've seen some due. My only question is...
Is there enough power from the cigarette lighter to power both a laptop and touchscreen? (for temporary purposes)
09-15-2004, 12:47 PM
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AWillSea-
I noticed that the covering on the arm in your 8 and the stock photo from the manufacturer you linked look different. Did you wrap it in something, tape ect., and is that just for looks? Also, does the arm allow you to run cable back through itself or does that coating hold the wire to the arm? BTW it looks awesome! Thanks!
I noticed that the covering on the arm in your 8 and the stock photo from the manufacturer you linked look different. Did you wrap it in something, tape ect., and is that just for looks? Also, does the arm allow you to run cable back through itself or does that coating hold the wire to the arm? BTW it looks awesome! Thanks!
09-15-2004, 01:16 PM
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Originally Posted by AWillsea
I have been having problems with the touchscreen only working for the first 4-5 minutes while I use it but then not functioning if I don't touch it for awhile. The screen still displays, but the touch interface stops working.
You can try it if you want:
http://www.digitalww.com/downloads.htm
Good luck,
eXe
09-15-2004, 01:28 PM
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the arm I purchased comes with a flexible plastic tubing that I believe will allow me to run cable through it so that it doesn't hang off the real medal arm.