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kustom play · 01-10-2010, 12:14 AM

yea I am really excited about this, i really cant wait for it to get done!

CTScott · 01-10-2010, 01:57 AM

Here's another teaser - Mounted in my 09 with the orange LCD:

YarGauge - Volts.jpg

YarGauge - in.jpg

advocate · 01-10-2010, 02:05 AM

How does the unit install to the car Scott? Does it read from the OBD2 port?

CTScott · 01-10-2010, 02:18 AM

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Originally Posted by advocate

How does the unit install to the car Scott? Does it read from the OBD2 port?

Once the full production units are complete, I'll post the install pictures, but basically: You unplug the clock's connector, pop the clock module out, and pop the YarGauge in, in its place. I realized tonight that only 3 tap splices will be necessary, as I can have the clock's power connector plug right into the YarGauge. The three taps are for CAN communication (two taps on the right cluster connector) and one to the AC amplifier for the outside temperature (which is easily accessible by the gas pedal). It uses the same switch lever as the clock as well.

It communicates with the ECM via the CAN bus, but it grabs it at the cluster, so you can still have a scangauge or other device use the OBD port.

ezhacker1 · 01-10-2010, 03:08 AM

just too cool for words

advocate · 01-10-2010, 03:24 AM

And what about clusters with the clock on the other side? Will compatibility be similar?

RedRide · 01-10-2010, 12:25 PM

I like that it will be able to maintain the stock, orange color.

I do have one question ...
I noticed that in the last pics, the cluster brightnees is turned up to what seems to be to max but the modual seems a bit dimmer than the other displays.
If you were to turn the brightness down a bit like at night, will the new modual still be as visible as the rest of the cluster?
Will the new modual indeed be able to be dimmed along with the cluster?

CTScott · 01-10-2010, 01:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RedRide

I like that it will be able to maintain the stock, orange color.

I do have one question ...
I noticed that in the last pics, the cluster brightnees is turned up to what seems to be to max but the modual seems a bit dimmer than the other displays.
If you were to turn the brightness down a bit like at night, will the new modual still be as visible as the rest of the cluster?
Will the new modual indeed be able to be dimmed along with the cluster?

Right now I am not using the dimmer feed, so the display would be the same brightness with headlights on or off. Now that it is in the car, that's one thing I'll experiment with to determine if dimming is needed (I have a feeling it won't, as the backlit LCD is not as bright as the speedometer).

CTScott · 01-10-2010, 01:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by advocate

And what about clusters with the clock on the other side? Will compatibility be similar?

I'm still trying to figure that out. The ones with the clock on the right, are either LBs with the cluster with the tach, or are sedans. In both of those cases the odometer and fuel gauge are part of that display, so I can't really replace it. For those, I am trying to figure out another mounting place that would still have the OEM integrated look.

YarisSedan · 01-10-2010, 01:40 PM

Is there still going to be a sedan version?

RedRide · 01-10-2010, 01:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CTScott

Right now I am not using the dimmer feed, so the display would be the same brightness with headlights on or off. Now that it is in the car, that's one thing I'll experiment with to determine if dimming is needed (I have a feeling it won't, as the backlit LCD is not as bright as the speedometer).

This brings up another concern.
Since it is "not as bright......
Often in bright, anbient light, the stock gage cluster is hard to read. Is this also a prblem with the new modual?
Perhaps abient light does not effect it as much?

Is there an easy way to conect it to the dimmer feed?

devinlamothe · 01-10-2010, 02:48 PM

Question: Can the temperature display read in celsius as well as farenheit?

CTScott · 01-10-2010, 02:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by devinlamothe

Question: Can the temperature display read in celsius as well as farenheit?

Yes. A switch bank on the back allows configuration of options including metric vs. US standard.

advocate · 01-10-2010, 05:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CTScott

I'm still trying to figure that out. The ones with the clock on the right, are either LBs with the cluster with the tach, or are sedans. In both of those cases the odometer and fuel gauge are part of that display, so I can't really replace it. For those, I am trying to figure out another mounting place that would still have the OEM integrated look.

A possibility would be to sell two versions then?

1) Integrated as a clock in a small unit

2) Integrated via a single DIM unit like a scanguage?

Just an idea! Keep up the great work Scott.

custom Lftback · 01-10-2010, 06:47 PM

Wow, i can't wait to get this! applause to you CTScott for a brilliant idea and execution!

arunto · 01-10-2010, 10:32 PM

unit looks nice....i can't wait till it comes out. would we use the current push button on the cluster to change between functions?

joshpjost · 01-10-2010, 11:12 PM

I am interested in how you'd incorporate it into the sedan! I'll buy.

CTScott · 01-10-2010, 11:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by arunto

unit looks nice....i can't wait till it comes out. would we use the current push button on the cluster to change between functions?

Yes. It will use the same push button to change modes and set the clock. Programming for the one button user interface has been one of the most difficult aspects of this, but I wanted to avoid making people drill holes for extra switches.

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01-10-2010, 12:14 AM	#163
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01-10-2010, 03:08 AM	#167
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01-10-2010, 12:25 PM	#169
RedRide Drives: '09 Yaris carmine red 2d HB Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Middletown, NY Posts: 1,502	I like that it will be able to maintain the stock, orange color. I do have one question ... I noticed that in the last pics, the cluster brightnees is turned up to what seems to be to max but the modual seems a bit dimmer than the other displays. If you were to turn the brightness down a bit like at night, will the new modual still be as visible as the rest of the cluster? Will the new modual indeed be able to be dimmed along with the cluster? Last edited by RedRide; 01-10-2010 at 12:37 PM.

01-10-2010, 02:48 PM	#174
devinlamothe Drives: '07 Yaris HB Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Sudbury, Canada Posts: 520	Question: Can the temperature display read in celsius as well as farenheit? __________________

01-10-2010, 01:57 AM	#164
CTScott ULTIMATE View User's Garage Drives: 09 5dr LB, 2x 08 3dr LB Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: USA, CT Posts: 13,460	Here's another teaser - Mounted in my 09 with the orange LCD: YarGauge - Volts.jpg YarGauge - in.jpg

01-10-2010, 02:05 AM	#165
advocate Drives: car Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: location Posts: 1,033	How does the unit install to the car Scott? Does it read from the OBD2 port?

01-10-2010, 03:24 AM	#168
advocate Drives: car Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: location Posts: 1,033	And what about clusters with the clock on the other side? Will compatibility be similar?

01-10-2010, 01:40 PM	#172
YarisSedan Drives: 08 Yaris Sedan Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: California - Bay Area Posts: 2,773	Is there still going to be a sedan version?

01-10-2010, 06:47 PM	#177
custom Lftback View User's Garage Drives: 2008 Toyota Yaris Liftback Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 1,054	Wow, i can't wait to get this! applause to you CTScott for a brilliant idea and execution! __________________ C-Lift -------------------------------------------------------------- Current Mods: MI Armrest; Full LED conversion (interior and exterior); RS spoiler; Tinted windows; Tanabe DF210 lowering springs; aftermarket door speakers; 12" RF P3 subwoofer with custom box wrapped in Neffy; seat covers; HID 8000K headlights; HID 3000K foglights; 13mm PG hub spacers; muffler delete with dual tip; eyelids; and.. A little red Domo mascot!

01-10-2010, 10:32 PM	#178
arunto Drives: 2008 Yaris LB Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Indy Posts: 89	unit looks nice....i can't wait till it comes out. would we use the current push button on the cluster to change between functions?

01-10-2010, 11:12 PM	#179
joshpjost Drives: Yaris 2008 Sedan Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Amherst, MA Posts: 5	I am interested in how you'd incorporate it into the sedan! I'll buy.

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