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I get quite a few random PMs on my various Nexus 7 tablet installs. I’ll be updating this post to include a well-documented easy to follow DIY install guide. Most other tablet install guides I've seen are overly complicated or are skimpy on details, however this guide will simplify the process a bit for those less technically capable ;).

 

Please note that this guide is currently incomplete. I will be working to populate all areas as time allows.

 

My Current Setup:

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[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WfunO9MTLwI]Legacy GT Nexus 7 in dash tablet demo - YouTube[/ame]

 

Other Setups:

[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZHEi_YgUX20]My Previous 2012 1st Gen Nexus 7 - YouTube[/ame]

2012 1st Gen Nexus 7 built for a friend

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Nexus 7 Tablet (2013 or 2012 Models)

  • 2013 Wi-Fi 2nd Gen Tablet
    • Acceptable Price Range: $120-$160 for a used 32GB model on eBay
    • Notes: The 2013 (2nd Gen) Nexus 7 has a higher resolution and faster processor. It will also allow you to run the latest paid version of Timur’s rom. Recommend.


  • 2012 Wi-Fi 1st Gen Tablet
    • Acceptable Price: $40-$70 for a used 32GB model on ebay
    • Notes: The 2012 (1st Gen) Nexus 7 is slower and has a lower resolution screen. This tablet also runs an older version of Timur’s rom which is now unsupported and will require digging through web forums to locate an old download link when it was listed as freeware. Great for a cheap budget setup

1x OTG Cable ($8.47)

2x USB Extension Cables ($6.99 x 2 = $13.98)

USB Car Charger ($7.49)

USB DAC ($6.90)

  • Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001MSS6CS
  • Notes: This devices keeps you from running an analog audio cable from the tablet back to your AUX port in your arm rest. Also has a mic port if you would like to use voice controls. This is only used if you are using factory AUX or an aftermarket AUX adapter.

Optional: Powered USB Hub ($9.99 + $7.99 = $17.98)

Optional: GROM SUB08B3 Bluetooth for 07-09 Legacy

  • Link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/121800235953
  • Notes: To use this Bluetooth adapter you will need a P-204UH head unit that includes both AUX and Satellite buttons. Finding a used one of these is ideal if you do not currently have an AUX in port

Optional: USB Powered Bluetooth FM Transmitter

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Great idea dude. I had no idea where i was headed when i started out.

 

http://i.imgur.com/Zzrejfg.jpg

 

Heres mine. Simpler install with the tablet sending sound over bluetooth to a dongle attached to my aux input. But the wired provides higher sound fidelity.

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Might be a stupid question, but what is the benefit of this install? Does it play the music in the car? Is it used for nav? It's a cool idea, just wondering what people use it for. I wish our cars had a USB for playing music so I could see this solving that issue, although probably a fair bit of work to do so. I also wish my car had factory bluetooth :(
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Might be a stupid question, but what is the benefit of this install? Does it play the music in the car? Is it used for nav? It's a cool idea, just wondering what people use it for. I wish our cars had a USB for playing music so I could see this solving that issue, although probably a fair bit of work to do so. I also wish my car had factory bluetooth :(

 

You can do whatever you'd ever want to. watch movies listen to music, run a nav ( a good one) . Its a cheaper alternative to the 2 din jdm hvac panel .

I bought an auto be more involved in my uninvolvedness . 200k+ Club

If you can't blind them with brilliance, baffle them with bullshit.

My high mileage turd.

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Did you modify the cubby or buy some kind of double din to replace the cubby?

 

Theres a jdm bezel that whits the nexus 7 .

I bought an auto be more involved in my uninvolvedness . 200k+ Club

If you can't blind them with brilliance, baffle them with bullshit.

My high mileage turd.

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