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06-23-2006, 02:47 AM
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Originally Posted by SFL33X' post='301861' date='Jun 23 2006, 02:12 AM
I realised that too! In the past 12 yrs... the only mod I ever did to my previous 3 cars were changing tires (cos they were worn out)...
After joining this group, I am already into iPod Video, TV Tuner, Reverse Camera, GPS... its scary...
After joining this group, I am already into iPod Video, TV Tuner, Reverse Camera, GPS... its scary...
it's normal - we are all after some thrill & spills
so since wife cannot change & cannot mod
so either change car or mod car to settle the itch
06-23-2006, 02:53 AM
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Originally Posted by BZSAB' post='301734' date='Jun 22 2006, 07:55 PM
Hey doc, I am thinking of operating my ashtray to hide my Universal Dock too! Did they really have to hack the plastic mould in the ash tray? If the Dock is not there, can you still insert the Ash Tray Cup? Juz curious!
ah bao CUT - and i mean C-U-T the ashtry mount
i shall have to take a pic of the part to show you
no way back brother...
and cannot just stuff the part back without taking out the wood of the central dash
06-23-2006, 02:56 AM
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Originally Posted by SFL33X' post='301751' date='Jun 22 2006, 08:39 PM
I was an observer throughout the Op....Those 2 guys were real pros and they know what they were doing....
Doc... how did you managed to solve the AV cable issue? Was it via a S-Video to AV convertor? Did they have it or do I need to buy myself? Cos I too dun wanna sacrifice my iPod AV Cable for this cause...
The camera was amazing... it didn't even have those IR nodes... wonder how they managed to see so clearly in the dark...
How did the TV Tuner went? Can see the usual free to air channels such as CNA, 5, 8 etc?
Doc... how did you managed to solve the AV cable issue? Was it via a S-Video to AV convertor? Did they have it or do I need to buy myself? Cos I too dun wanna sacrifice my iPod AV Cable for this cause...
The camera was amazing... it didn't even have those IR nodes... wonder how they managed to see so clearly in the dark...
How did the TV Tuner went? Can see the usual free to air channels such as CNA, 5, 8 etc?
yes - the free channels are there
cannot drive faster than 80kmh - tv becomes jerky - even with twin antennae
wife is happy with this "feature" :thumbsdown:
and btw: if watching video or photo slideshow from ipod - no tv - tv tuner must be OFF
06-23-2006, 05:20 AM
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Originally Posted by SFL33X' post='301916' date='Jun 23 2006, 06:28 PM
Oops... maybe I got it mixed up... someone told me (tot it was you? maybe its Bugaboo)... to remind Ah Boa to bring a longer antenna cable cos the TV Tuner has 2 antenna? So one can be placed at the rear boot area to increase the reception...
Doc... watch what you say in public; especially about the big boss
! You never know whos listening :'( .! Trust you are enjoying your A/V in the ride.
06-23-2006, 05:33 AM
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Originally Posted by BZSAB' post='301967' date='Jun 23 2006, 08:20 AM
Doc... watch what you say in public; especially about the big boss ! You never know whos listening :'( .! Trust you are enjoying your A/V in the ride.
! You never know whos listening :'( .! Trust you are enjoying your A/V in the ride.i can say anything - for now
06-23-2006, 06:22 AM
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Originally Posted by BZSAB' post='300734' date='Jun 21 2006, 03:38 PM
Group buy for Garmin maps, count me in! Are we able to share maps like what 33 suggested? tcc39, since you have contact with the Garmin guy here, can you please take this opportunity to obtain conclusive answers to these questions?
1. If we buy original maps, do we get periodical updates?
2. Are we able to share maps? If so, are there any limitations?
3. Where can we buy Nuvi accessories here in Singapore?
4. What's Nuvi stand on the use of MalSing or other non-Garmin maps?
1. If we buy original maps, do we get periodical updates?
2. Are we able to share maps? If so, are there any limitations?
3. Where can we buy Nuvi accessories here in Singapore?
4. What's Nuvi stand on the use of MalSing or other non-Garmin maps?
Patrick from Navicomm just called me. He quoted me Garmin Sing/J.B maps S$300 based on 3 or 4 pcs.
He say internet price is USD250 (is this true?). He have no idea when Garmin Sing/Mal will be ready though target is end of the year. No ideal about the price as well as price is set by the software company who produce the map. No ideal about the price of upgrade to Sing/Mal in future but estimate it will be half the cost of Sing/J.B.
Seems like update is not frequent, he say maybe once a year.
The map will come in a S.D card so cannot be shared. Regarding accessories, must tell him what we need.
We can discuss during the GTG.
06-23-2006, 06:52 AM
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Originally Posted by tcc39' post='301989' date='Jun 23 2006, 10:22 PM
Guys,
Patrick from Navicomm just called me. He quoted me Garmin Sing/J.B maps S$300 based on 3 or 4 pcs.
He say internet price is USD250 (is this true?). He have no idea when Garmin Sing/Mal will be ready though target is end of the year. No ideal about the price as well as price is set by the software company who produce the map. No ideal about the price of upgrade to Sing/Mal in future but estimate it will be half the cost of Sing/J.B.
Seems like update is not frequent, he say maybe once a year.
The map will come in a S.D card so cannot be shared. Regarding accessories, must tell him what we need.
We can discuss during the GTG.
Patrick from Navicomm just called me. He quoted me Garmin Sing/J.B maps S$300 based on 3 or 4 pcs.
He say internet price is USD250 (is this true?). He have no idea when Garmin Sing/Mal will be ready though target is end of the year. No ideal about the price as well as price is set by the software company who produce the map. No ideal about the price of upgrade to Sing/Mal in future but estimate it will be half the cost of Sing/J.B.
Seems like update is not frequent, he say maybe once a year.
The map will come in a S.D card so cannot be shared. Regarding accessories, must tell him what we need.
We can discuss during the GTG.
06-23-2006, 06:58 AM
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Originally Posted by SFL33X' post='301898' date='Jun 23 2006, 05:27 PM
tcc39 & the rest of the Sat GTG gangs... you guys are not joking about inviting SLK right?
BTW, you guys'll luv the new RS-GTs I have on my E60. I'll bring it round to show off!!!
06-23-2006, 07:32 AM
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Originally Posted by SFL33X' post='301916' date='Jun 23 2006, 06:28 PM
Oops... maybe I got it mixed up... someone told me (tot it was you? maybe its Bugaboo)... to remind Ah Boa to bring a longer antenna cable cos the TV Tuner has 2 antenna? So one can be placed at the rear boot area to increase the reception...
