GI: "YarGauge" replacement clock module (Digital Tach, etc.) - Page 30 - Toyota Yaris Forums

47_MasoN_47 · 09-13-2010, 11:46 AM

I'm so excited about this project...this is the reason I've put off getting an Ecometer or Scangauge!

127.0.0.1 · 09-13-2010, 12:17 PM

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Originally Posted by fmicle

^ There is only so much programming you can do with one single button...

actually, the options are infinite. with a single button
there are actually three things going on

[think morse code]

time
open circuit
close circuit

and with proper intuitive escape detection [esc] routine, it can be fast too.

henry33 · 09-13-2010, 12:31 PM

looks really beautiful but I can wait to have (unfortunately it would be in months) :(

fmicle · 09-13-2010, 01:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 127.0.0.1

actually, the options are infinite. with a single button
there are actually three things going on

[think morse code]

time
open circuit
close circuit

and with proper intuitive escape detection [esc] routine, it can be fast too.

True, true, but it would be hard to use by the average consumer

Which of course does not apply here, the brilliant Yaris owner community

127.0.0.1 · 09-13-2010, 01:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fmicle

True, true, but it would be hard to use by the average consumer

Which of course does not apply here, the brilliant Yaris owner community

no it won't be hard

you need proper documentation.

not one giant folded map-sized sheet from japan with 187 if/then statements
and pictograms.

47_MasoN_47 · 09-13-2010, 01:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 127.0.0.1

you need proper documentation.

not one giant folded map-sized sheet from japan with 187 if/then statements
and pictograms.

Aint that the truth...

CTScott · 09-13-2010, 01:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 127.0.0.1

no it won't be hard

you need proper documentation.

not one giant folded map-sized sheet from japan with 187 if/then statements
and pictograms.

At the moment to keep the user interface simple, it is just short press and long press. A short press on any screen brings you to the next screen. A long press on any screen other than the DTC ones brings you into clock set mode. In the DTC screens a long press brings you to the dialog for clearing the DTCs.

For configuration of colors, displayed/hidden screen choices, etc., I plan on implementing them through the optional USB PC interface.

sleey0 · 09-13-2010, 02:15 PM

Now all you need to do is make it work with a fuel management system and have it display read outs for it.

SWEET!!!

CT, good luck and I believe this is going to make you immortal around here, for sure:D

eTiMaGo · 09-13-2010, 02:32 PM

he is already known as

;)

Revsson · 09-13-2010, 04:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 47_MasoN_47

I'm so excited about this project...this is the reason I've put off getting an Ecometer or Scangauge!

I just bought a Scangauge from Garm, since I couldn't wait.
Now, when this one comes out, I can always either sell the Scangauge or
keep it as a reference/useage for my friends.

*tk-421* · 09-13-2010, 08:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CTScott

At the moment to keep the user interface simple, it is just short press and long press.

I was hoping long press wasn't already taken.

Quote:

For configuration of colors, displayed/hidden screen choices, etc., I plan on implementing them through the optional USB PC interface.

I didn't know there would be a PC interface as well... Very interesting.

If you could add optional programmability on the PC interface so that the long press could be used for other stuff, then I think it would be kinda nice. Even an optional double-click function would be desirable I think.

Still, I know it's going to be an excellent product no matter which way you end up going.

TinyGiant · 09-14-2010, 11:51 AM

Just watched the video. I really dig it. cant wait for it to be finished!

SirSchwank · 09-14-2010, 03:50 PM

That video is proof that this is worth the wait, imo.

I know I am most interested in using this as a tach and most of the other features are info-porn for me. So i would like to have the RPM bargraph always showing and have the other text displays rotate every couple of seconds.

Scott, would it be helpful to have a feature priority poll on here so you know where to spend your time?

Also, I wouldn't hesitate to drop anything less than $200 on this, so if the USB option doesn't delay release too much or increase the price above that, i'm all for it.

nightstalker · 09-14-2010, 05:42 PM

I would be most interested for 75 bucks

PhillyG · 09-14-2010, 11:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SirSchwank

That video is proof that this is worth the wait, imo.

I know I am most interested in using this as a tach and most of the other features are info-porn for me. So i would like to have the RPM bargraph always showing and have the other text displays rotate every couple of seconds.

AGREED!

CTScott · 09-15-2010, 07:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PhillyG

AGREED!

I like that idea as well. Other than RPM and MPG, the bar graph really isn't that useful, so it makes sense to have the RPM bar graph be displayed on all screens except MPG.

RedRide · 09-15-2010, 02:10 PM

Personally, I will find WT, V, and MPG the most usefull as I suspect most who already have a tach will also.

sleey0 · 09-15-2010, 02:57 PM

Damn.

This thing is going to let me skimp on some gauges once I get boosted!

So, in essence, you are saving me time and money if this thing really is less than $100!!!

w00t:D

View Poll Results: Would you buy one?
No	5	5.10%
Yes (for $75)	46	46.94%
Yes (but it would have to be less than $75)	7	7.14%
Yes (but I still want it to also display the time)	40	40.82%
Voters: 98. You may not vote on this poll

09-13-2010, 11:46 AM	#523
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09-13-2010, 02:32 PM	#531
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09-14-2010, 11:51 AM	#534
TinyGiant Tiny Giant Clothing View User's Garage Drives: 2008 Blazing Blue Yaris 3D LB Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Rochester, NH Posts: 3,394	Just watched the video. I really dig it. cant wait for it to be finished! __________________ Sold the yaris... rocking an 89 vw cabriolet now :)

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SirSchwank Drives: 07 Yaris LB Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 12	That video is proof that this is worth the wait, imo. I know I am most interested in using this as a tach and most of the other features are info-porn for me. So i would like to have the RPM bargraph always showing and have the other text displays rotate every couple of seconds. Scott, would it be helpful to have a feature priority poll on here so you know where to spend your time? Also, I wouldn't hesitate to drop anything less than $200 on this, so if the USB option doesn't delay release too much or increase the price above that, i'm all for it.

09-14-2010, 05:42 PM	#536
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09-15-2010, 02:10 PM	#539
RedRide Drives: '09 Yaris carmine red 2d HB Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Middletown, NY Posts: 1,501	Personally, I will find WT, V, and MPG the most usefull as I suspect most who already have a tach will also.

09-15-2010, 02:57 PM	#540
sleey0 Drives: 2008 Yaris LB Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: PA Posts: 899	Damn. This thing is going to let me skimp on some gauges once I get boosted! So, in essence, you are saving me time and money if this thing really is less than $100!!! w00t:D