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Old 04-06-2004, 02:30 PM   #1
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VGA Necessary for GPS?
I got a complex question. I need:
-in-dash LCD
-cheap(~$200-400)
-VGA connection

The screen will primarily be used for GPS navigation (some mp3/dvd playback too). I would prefer it be touchscreen, and have software with on-screen keyboard (winxp included?--other software suggestions?).

I'm guessing I need VGA because I want to use GPS (true/false?)
Does anyone have experience with a non-VGA screen using GPS software?

If anyone could offer any alternative suggestions, it would be appreciated.
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Old 04-06-2004, 02:50 PM   #2
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Another Q
One more thing:

According to this FAQ cproaudio says
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High resolution composit screens have LCD screens that's capable of VGA resolution but the controller has only RCA input. DigitalWW's TM-701L is one such screen. You can purchase VGA controller for it and turn it into a true VGA screen.

What is the quality of this screen (TM-701L) with a VGA connection?--Is it better than a standard connection?
Where can I find a VGA controller for it?
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Old 04-06-2004, 03:00 PM   #3
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Legatolesmans, http://digitalww.com/VGA_VIDEO_MODULE.htm

Considering the cost and time of ordering those to seperate and isntalling it yourself you might as well order http://digitalww.com/DWW-7VGA.htm

I ordered my two weeks ago Still waiting on it to be shipped.
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Old 04-06-2004, 06:05 PM   #4
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I did GPS for a while on a 5.6" TFT (non VGA screen) and it was basically useless......

I think even on a 7" screen that is not VGA you will quickly be buying thicker glasses.....

I have no experience with indash screens, so I defer to others on that....
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Old 04-07-2004, 09:37 AM   #5
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where can you buy JUST the VGA controller? i have a TM-702L
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Old 04-07-2004, 09:41 AM   #6
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pros, open your eyes and read my first response.
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Old 04-07-2004, 10:21 AM   #7
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^ i am looking for JUST the vga controller, your link is for a $300 'bundle'
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Old 04-07-2004, 12:01 PM   #8
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controllers are $300 from http://store.earthlcd.com
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I have wrote a review on this housing, you can read it here If you want to write a review also, then be my guest :-)

hope the info helps you make up your mind

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Old 04-07-2004, 05:37 PM   #10
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Exclamation Yup, VGA
I tried going the "cheap" way and get a TFT 7 inch widescreen lcd...ouf, what a waste of cash. The text in Microsoft Mappoint even raised higher was unreadable...you'd sooner get into a car crash than figure out what street you are ON!

Trust me, get REAL a real VGA LCD.
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