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Yes - it would be the easiest way, unfortunately i will loose ability to charge that tablet if i do that.

Thanks for the info hybrid! I have read all the docs that are available on IBUS, but i think my problem is the interface itself that i tried to put together. What i have is: Resler's RS232 connected to one of these Bluetooth SPP modules. But i think the serial from Resler's interface is not outputting on the TTY level, i've tried to put it through Serial To TTY level coverter but still couldnt get the correct output. I am receiving data but it is incorrect. Connecting that BT serial module to PC's Serial RX and TX - and sending chars from PC to the phone i dont get the same letters i send - so i think the problem lies in the voltage levels of the RX and TX lines. Hybrid, i see you are an admin, can i post some photos in the thread heading? It says to contact administrator when i try to upload files.... Thanks.

Steering wheel control is not that difficult. Volume works by default because i have BMW headunit and amp still in place. Changing tracks, using steering wheel buttons, is a bit of a different story though. If i get the IBUS interface going it will be possible, otherwise it is just as easy to change tracks using the screen. You can get 3G models of these tabs, i simply didnt want another data plan, therefore i tether it with my phone. One great thing you can have with a 3G tablet in the car is that if the car gets stolen - you will know exactly where it is

Thanks for the feedback! I was reading your thread on Dynavin and i like how you set it up. It certainly is a very nice system, with a great potential, but requires much more work to make it perform the way you want it. I am currently working on an IBUS <> Bluetooth (SPP) interface so that i could send and receive the commands to the IBUS - this is pretty much the missing link of the whole setup. If this is done then i will even get FM radio back (because i still have my headunit in place which sits there waiting for the command) and potentially other functions. So far i can get some data to my Nexus but it appears to have some data scrambling issues and the data i receive is not in the correct format - possibly RX TX voltage is a bit too high. Anyone is good at microelectronics? Yes you are totally welcome to have a look - PM me.

Hi guys, Just wanted to show you the project I have completed just a few months ago. I have been looking at installing Dynavin but after reading few reviews i did not want to spend all that money for a product i would be 60% satisfied with, plus i don't think i will ever watch TV on it. I wanted something that: - Has OEM factory look - fast with good specs, - has multitouch hi-resolution screen with a good hardened glass that i won't scratch after first use. - easy to use, - gives me a lot of options in terms of software (apps) i can to install on it, - has a good support by android community (system upgrades etc, so i dont get stuck with android 2.2) - and i did not want to part with BMW stereo system and headunit. After a few months of planning i have come up with a system that is just as good (if not better) than Dynavin, works every time, has offline voice recognition, life traffic info, online or offline navigation, plays any media file you throw at it, and all the other bits and pieces that tablets running Android OS can do. So what you are about to see is a 7" Galaxy Tab installed into a custom made frame, connected to BMW stereo system via CD changer emulation interface. This can be installed into E36, E46, E39, X5, E90 and E93 Anyway, as a saying goes pictures speak a 1000 words so check out the video and photos below Note: since the photos have been taken, tablet has been upgraded to CM10 Android 4.1.1 JellyBean. Hope you enjoy it and feel free to ask questions.