Alternative temp gauge
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When I made the selection it stated that my 2005 XJR was compatible.
UPDATE:
Original transaction details
Description Unit price Qty Amount
RealGauge Module and Installation Kit-Std ship
Select Year: 2005, Model: XJ8 / XJR, Left or Right Hand Drive: LHD $129.95 USD 1 $129.95 USD
Shipping and handling: $5.15 USD
Total: $135.10 USD
They refunded my purchase and stated that it does not work on the X358. They do not mention the X350
UPDATE:
Original transaction details
Description Unit price Qty Amount
RealGauge Module and Installation Kit-Std ship
Select Year: 2005, Model: XJ8 / XJR, Left or Right Hand Drive: LHD $129.95 USD 1 $129.95 USD
Shipping and handling: $5.15 USD
Total: $135.10 USD
They refunded my purchase and stated that it does not work on the X358. They do not mention the X350
Last edited by philwarner; 12-05-2016 at 09:38 AM.
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jackra_1 (12-05-2016)
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The only UG con I've found is that the fuel use values my 98 Land Rover Discovery OBDII reports are too low and not what the UG expects to see; I've had to set up a wildly high calibration number to get it even close. Without calibration it said I was getting 2000 or more MPG and I had to put it in our minivan for awhile so it would think enough fuel had been used to even let me access the calibration function.
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jackra_1 (12-05-2016)
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So finally got round to displaying Torque Pro on my head display.
Still several issues to solve however I am pleased with results.
One issue is understanding Torque Pro settings and one is finding an app that turns the tablet on and off appropriately.
I am using an Android tablet that has an HDMI out socket along with a conversion box to create RGB which goes into my
already installed NAVTOOL device.
Still several issues to solve however I am pleased with results.
One issue is understanding Torque Pro settings and one is finding an app that turns the tablet on and off appropriately.
I am using an Android tablet that has an HDMI out socket along with a conversion box to create RGB which goes into my
already installed NAVTOOL device.
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Starts on plug in (no on off switch) They are either 12 volt or 5 volt.
Supports Bluetooth
Supports wireless
Has Google play installed.
You can find them on Bay starting @ $60 for these features. Now they are intended to be used to stream movies but they work great to stream Torque Pro gauges. You can customize the gauges. You can set it up to launch right to the gauge screen on startup. PM me if you go down this road and need help. Since your Navtool is already installed, I would guess this will take you a couple of hours.
See my install here:
https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x...-camp2-175877/
You won't need the GVIF box as you have the Nav tool.
You can add a second box that autostart's google maps too and you no longer need the outdated Nav maps.
It will cost you about $125 since you don't need the GVIF box.
It only operates when you run the vehicle but I'm personally going to change OBD2 BT plug in to one that has a power switch. Even though I keep my battery on a tender, the BT will draw constant power (low draw but still a draw) even when the car is off and I don't want to give the port pins a workout by unplugging and replugging all the time.
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jackra_1 (02-11-2017)
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So finally got round to displaying Torque Pro on my head display.
Still several issues to solve however I am pleased with results.
One issue is understanding Torque Pro settings and one is finding an app that turns the tablet on and off appropriately.
I am using an Android tablet that has an HDMI out socket along with a conversion box to create RGB which goes into my
already installed NAVTOOL device.
Still several issues to solve however I am pleased with results.
One issue is understanding Torque Pro settings and one is finding an app that turns the tablet on and off appropriately.
I am using an Android tablet that has an HDMI out socket along with a conversion box to create RGB which goes into my
already installed NAVTOOL device.
To power down, as mentioned, media boxes just shut off with power off, no issue. You could use "tasker" app to control the power off by setting the tablet to shut down when it no longer receives a signal from the OBD2 dongle, for say 30 minutes (in case your running errands.)
But the only solution I found to power on was to use the media box, instead of a tablet so I don't have to push buttons.
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jackra_1 (02-11-2017)
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Ha! we were typing at the same time. Since I'm using a streamer media box, they just shut off, no need to power down like a PC. To start them, I just wired to an acc wire. To launch Torque pro, I use "Autostart" and have torque pro set to launch on my gauges. SO once to box boots, the app launches. Autostart is a free app.
To power down, as mentioned, media boxes just shut off with power off, no issue. You could use "tasker" app to control the power off by setting the tablet to shut down when it no longer receives a signal from the OBD2 dongle, for say 30 minutes (in case your running errands.)
But the only solution I found to power on was to use the media box, instead of a tablet so I don't have to push buttons.
To power down, as mentioned, media boxes just shut off with power off, no issue. You could use "tasker" app to control the power off by setting the tablet to shut down when it no longer receives a signal from the OBD2 dongle, for say 30 minutes (in case your running errands.)
But the only solution I found to power on was to use the media box, instead of a tablet so I don't have to push buttons.
For the time being I am going to try the apps you suggest. I do have the tablet positioned where I can access the power button easily.
Everything is inside the center console which I have cut to fit.
With the Navtool device I have three screens that I can toggle switch to.
The standard Jaguar screen, rearview camera, and the Torque Pro screen.
I am interested in an ELM 327 type device with a power button.
Also looking at NAV software that is voice activated.
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Thank you Sean.
For the time being I am going to try the apps you suggest. I do have the tablet positioned where I can access the power button easily.
Everything is inside the center console which I have cut to fit.
With the Navtool device I have three screens that I can toggle switch to.
The standard Jaguar screen, rearview camera, and the Torque Pro screen.
I am interested in an ELM 327 type device with a power button.
Also looking at NAV software that is voice activated.
For the time being I am going to try the apps you suggest. I do have the tablet positioned where I can access the power button easily.
Everything is inside the center console which I have cut to fit.
With the Navtool device I have three screens that I can toggle switch to.
The standard Jaguar screen, rearview camera, and the Torque Pro screen.
I am interested in an ELM 327 type device with a power button.
Also looking at NAV software that is voice activated.
Good news then. If the power on button is convenient, your solution is elegant Jack. The XK has so little room to spare in the cabin, I have my streamer velcro'd to the top rear of the boot. Plus I like that I don't have to charge it.
You'll like Autostart and Tasker but I should have mentioned, Tasker is designed for phones and sometimes doesn't play well on some tablets. It'll only cost you a few $ to find out.
I've thought, as mentioned of adding a second box and if I do it will be to auto launch google maps. While I could get by with a mini keyboard, I thought I might get one with a voice command remote. Ultimately though, I just never use maps so it would be a project for projects sake and not worth my time. adding a second box would take 15 minutes.
Here are the only 2 OBD2 dongles that I can find that have on/ off buttons. Let me know if you see more please. There's a YouTube video by frodo where he gives a Torque Pro demo and I think he recommends one and has a link. I'm not sure if it's the same as the ones I found.
Mini ELM327 With ON/OFF Switch OBD2 OBDII Bluetooth Diagnostic Auto Scanner | eBay
Nice work.
Last edited by Sean W; 02-11-2017 at 09:16 AM.
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