When we're ready, I'll post more info, complete with pictures, installation instructions, and the capabilities that the unit will have initially.

Regards,

OverLOAD

 

I just ordered my "Samsung Napster 20.0GB Digital Audio Player"
from www.bestbuy.com.

It one of two mp3 players that I know of that has a fm transmitter built in that you can use to play you're mp3 over a stereo in the car or where ever.

All you have to do is just tune in the car stereo to a specific freq and volia 20.0 gb's of fun with out having to alter the car.

Man I wish ipod had this

 

The FM transmitter is not the way to go... lots of interference from radio stations and poor sound quality. Stick with the iPod and wait for OverLord's product.

 

The iPOD does have an optional FM transmitter, it even draws its power from the iPOD.. I've seen it. Do more digging...

Regards,

OverLOAD

 

Well its already on its way, no biggie if I do not like it ill just take it back "best buy" is close to my job.

thanks for the input though

 

Yeah- I don't think you'll be happy with the built in FM transmitter... it's really, really weak. I took my Sammy Napster back and got the RCA Lyra 40GB- same price, fewer bells and whistles, and twice the storage.

You can always buy an aftermarket transmitter- I saw one at target for $29 by Belkin- made for the iPod but would work with anything with a headphone jack. Personally, I'm still holding out for this hardwired approach... the audio will be much cleaner.

 

Overload, will it be compatible with Mazda 3?

- if not, when shall we expect an M3 compatible device aprox?
- if so, we would like 3 and who knows...


Cheers!

 

The iTrip works OK for me. But I do hear some hiss that obviously won't be there with Overload's module!

 

It should work with any Mazda vehicle that can use the same Tape module as the RX-8. Currently I can confirm that the Mazda6 does have the same module, and we've done tests with it to verify it. I can state that it should also work with the Mazda3, Miata and others. This was mentioned by me much earlier in this thread.

Regards,

OverLOAD

 

Will there be room for this module behind the dash if you have the 6disk changer?

 

The module goes in the place of the Tape/MD unit.. (already mentioned), so yes...

regards,

OverLOAD

 

I just received my iPod in the mail today with a mobile power cord and the Belkin TuneCast II FM Transmitter. Needless to say, I ended up here instead of driving around listening to my cool new system. The FM is just no good, and I just can't wait for this mod to come out. I'll stick with single CD's or the low-quality FM iPod for now, but I'll be crossing my fingers for one of these babies... (please add me to the end of your very long list: durahl88@hotmail.com)

Keep up the good work!

Durahl

p.s. While searching for ways to solve my audio quality problem I also came across this little hack for the mp3 player fm transmitters: http://www.brentroad.com/photos/00182313.jpg
...Just boosts the power of the transmitter. However, I believe it's against FCC regs to transmit that amount of power on the FM bands.

 

Overload,

Just wanted to POSITIVELY CONFIRM that YES, the RX8 tape module is identical on the M3, only the face plate differs. So count me in for 3 units. Waiting anxiuously for your ordering instructions, and thanks for making this thing come true.

Best regards

 

Great,

Right now we're sourcing the last few components that we'll need and hopefully we'll be building the first batch within a week or two.

Right now the holdup is on the Tape module connector, we only have 10 connectors at the moment and no reliable supply. We're working on getting a source the rest, but running into a few roadblocks, which we hope to have resolved soon.

Regards,

OverLOAD

 

Wow, I just tuned back into this thread that started almost 2 months ago...

Boy has it come along way.. Congrats Overload on your successes...

Chalk me up for one, k?

 

Yup, count me in for one too.

 

OverLord? Do you have pics of what this look like yet? Both out and installed..? I would love to see pics as I am sure everyone would.

 

I want one too!!! Whats the estimated price?

 

Hi OverLOAD (funny that some people read "OverLORD" out of it,


By chance I dropped by at this forum and it seems you have the solution I'm desperately looking for.

Yesterday I picked up my new baby (yello) in exchange of my S2000 (silver-grey) and since I hooked up my iPod via cassette-adapter on my S2000, I'm now looking for a solution for my RX-8, fitted with the 6-CD-system.

Please note my interest on your gadget. I hope you can post some pictures soon and can also deliver to Germany. Otherwise you probably could send to our American office in San Francisco and they'll forward it.


Best regards,

Mighty A-MAN

 

I've been reading this forum for awhile, and it seems like everyone's jumping on this thing. While I don't have my car yet (a few months down the road), I'd like to reserve my spot!

Thanks for all the hard work, OverLOAD.

PS. I'm not sure how you're going to be working your 'ordering' system, but if you'd like some webspace to do it, I'd be happy to donate some.

 

I'm hoping on being able to deliver worldwide, if I can figure out all the customs hoopla. However, it may be more practical to wholesale lots to more local resellers than to ship individual units around the world. Time will tell.

As far as pictures of the unit, We're pretty close to getting the early units built; probably within a couple of weeks if the orders for the rest of the components come together, and the day jobs leave enough time free in the evenings. We've really been struggling lately as we havn't had anywhere near as much time as we'd like to work on the project.

Rest assured, as soon as I have something worth showing, I will post it here.

Also, in terms of pricing and availability, I am bound by the forums rules to not disclose further information on pricing or avaialbility until/if we get vendor status.

Regards,

OverLOAD

 

Please add me to the list for one. I will also be in for a cellphone adapater when you make it!

 

A couple of people have already installed a car kit: https://www.rx8club.com/showthread.p...threadid=18198

It's worth looking into, It may not be the cheapest, but it apparently works just fine.

We are planning on making expansion modules for the Aux-Module, but it may be several more months before a car-kit becomes available, since we're aiming at getting digital in/analog in and remote modules made first. But a car-kit module is something that we considered a possibility since day one.

Regards,

OverLOAD

 

I had my Miata head unit (2003 4H60) out on Saturday to do some work on the car and got a good look at the connector. I bet two PCBs with traces could wedge nicely in there, one on each side. You could use some screws to attach the whole thing to the underside of the head unit to keep it in place...

I attached a photo of the inside of the unit, showing the tape connector quite well. There's lots of room in there, I bet someone could mount a small HD MP3 player in there (like an iPod) for a real stealth install!

Another thing I was considering is making up a cubby to take the place of the tape unit. Perhaps I could make it accommodate the adapter...

Stephen