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2005 Mazda 3 GT Install
Here is the system I installed in my Mazda 3 GT.
Hardware Specs:
-M1-ATX PS
-VIA EPIA M10000 Nehemiah
-256MB DDR 266 RAM
-30GB Laptop HD
-Panasonic Slot loading DVD-ROM/CD-RW
-Xenarc 7" Touchscreen LCD
-D-Link Bluetooth USB Adaptor
-Garmin GPS 18 PC (serial)
-Analog Mic
-FM Modulator(wanted to use MAZ/PC-ALP but not in stock at that time)
Software Specs:
-Garmin's nRoute with Mapselect North America
-Phonecontrol
-Winamp
-Custom Designed Application Launcher
-Custom Designed GPS controller
-Custom Playlist Launcher Application
A mount was made for the screen that was installed above the vents. I found this was the most convenient place other than the original location of the stock deck(which i didn't want to remove). It folds down and is barely visible when closed. Additionally, an FM modulator was used because the PIE interface was not available when i was setting up the system.
The GPS unit is in between the glove box and the dash. I still get good reception with it in most areas and it is hidden from view.
Custom interfaces were designed for launching applications such as the GPS software, Phonecontrol, and the Mp3 player. Also an application was designed that runs on top of the GPS software to make it touchscreen friendly(provide large buttons for main functions, provide access to an onscreen keyboard when needed).
All interfaces were designed to match the existing interior colors of the vehicle.
More pictures and possibly videos will follow.
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