Custom Radar Detector Display
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Custom Radar Detector Display
GOAL: I'm currently running the Escort Passport Max which has an optional display/mute button controller (SmartCord Live). I want to mount it somewhere that I can easily reach the mute button but at the same time I can still see the alert button when it flashes (I run it on full dark mode at night)
PAST WORK: I know someone on azine mounted the escort display/mute controller in the blank section near VSA on/off switch.
https://acurazine.com/forums/3g-tl-audio-bluetooth-electronics-navigation-94/diy-escort-radar-detector-direct-wire-install-56k-take-caution-641840/
It got me thinking...
MY IDEA: I wanted to relocate the hazard on/off switch to that same blank section near the VSA on/off button. I wanted to then order in a replacement hazard on/off button and build a a custom mute and alert button into it so it is clearly in my driving view and I have easy assess to the mute button.
I was curious of everyone's thought on the ideas. Has anyone ever relocated that hazard switch button?
Thanks for your ideas!
PAST WORK: I know someone on azine mounted the escort display/mute controller in the blank section near VSA on/off switch.
https://acurazine.com/forums/3g-tl-audio-bluetooth-electronics-navigation-94/diy-escort-radar-detector-direct-wire-install-56k-take-caution-641840/
It got me thinking...
MY IDEA: I wanted to relocate the hazard on/off switch to that same blank section near the VSA on/off button. I wanted to then order in a replacement hazard on/off button and build a a custom mute and alert button into it so it is clearly in my driving view and I have easy assess to the mute button.
I was curious of everyone's thought on the ideas. Has anyone ever relocated that hazard switch button?
Thanks for your ideas!
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justnspace (04-20-2014)
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Thats a pretty sweet idea actually. Only thing aesthetic wise is that you would have a green and red LED front and center - wouldn't match and would be decently brighter than all the other interior lights. I had no idea where to put my smart hardwired cord - I actually velcroed it to the third right most gauge cluster oval, has been working fine for me.
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Thats a pretty sweet idea actually. Only thing aesthetic wise is that you would have a green and red LED front and center - wouldn't match and would be decently brighter than all the other interior lights. I had no idea where to put my smart hardwired cord - I actually velcroed it to the third right most gauge cluster oval, has been working fine for me.
http://www.radardetector.net/forums/...smartcord.html
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here's a third gen TL radar mute indicator install:
as you can see, he relocated the VSA button to the right and put the mute button within easier access
hope your plan works!!
one issue i think you'll run into is wiring.
i bet the stock wiring for the hazard switch is bundled up near the HVAC. tough time to fish it through all the way to the drivers footwell area
as you can see, he relocated the VSA button to the right and put the mute button within easier access
hope your plan works!!
one issue i think you'll run into is wiring.
i bet the stock wiring for the hazard switch is bundled up near the HVAC. tough time to fish it through all the way to the drivers footwell area
Last edited by justnspace; 04-20-2014 at 09:52 AM.
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here's a third gen TL radar mute indicator install:
as you can see, he relocated the VSA button to the right and put the mute button within easier access
hope your plan works!!
one issue i think you'll run into is wiring.
i bet the stock wiring for the hazard switch is bundled up near the HVAC. tough time to fish it through all the way to the drivers footwell area
as you can see, he relocated the VSA button to the right and put the mute button within easier access
hope your plan works!!
one issue i think you'll run into is wiring.
i bet the stock wiring for the hazard switch is bundled up near the HVAC. tough time to fish it through all the way to the drivers footwell area
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^^ that's my setup haha, nice pull justnspace! I looked at a few options for the radar and to be honest the spot you're looking to go seems inconvenient. The spot where the blank button is is pretty close to the steering wheel or if your arm is on the door arm rest. Not sure if you have a manual but if so that would take away your shifting hand. Seems like a long reach to silence the alarm.
Plus I like that the alarm blinking goes off and my wife and other passengers can't see it. Just some food for thought, I like that you're looking for something new and willing to look at options. Good luck!
Plus I like that the alarm blinking goes off and my wife and other passengers can't see it. Just some food for thought, I like that you're looking for something new and willing to look at options. Good luck!
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RxWorld (04-23-2014)
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^^ that's my setup haha, nice pull justnspace! I looked at a few options for the radar and to be honest the spot you're looking to go seems inconvenient. The spot where the blank button is is pretty close to the steering wheel or if your arm is on the door arm rest. Not sure if you have a manual but if so that would take away your shifting hand. Seems like a long reach to silence the alarm.
Plus I like that the alarm blinking goes off and my wife and other passengers can't see it. Just some food for thought, I like that you're looking for something new and willing to look at options. Good luck!
Plus I like that the alarm blinking goes off and my wife and other passengers can't see it. Just some food for thought, I like that you're looking for something new and willing to look at options. Good luck!
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https://acurazine.com/forums/showthr...=835983&page=2
some basic cutting of the spare button and wedging the electronics in there, it's held up well for over 2 years and i love the location!
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^^ that's my setup haha, nice pull justnspace! I looked at a few options for the radar and to be honest the spot you're looking to go seems inconvenient. The spot where the blank button is is pretty close to the steering wheel or if your arm is on the door arm rest. Not sure if you have a manual but if so that would take away your shifting hand. Seems like a long reach to silence the alarm.
Plus I like that the alarm blinking goes off and my wife and other passengers can't see it. Just some food for thought, I like that you're looking for something new and willing to look at options. Good luck!
Plus I like that the alarm blinking goes off and my wife and other passengers can't see it. Just some food for thought, I like that you're looking for something new and willing to look at options. Good luck!
I know the whole thing will be a PITA and prob not worth most people's time but i'll see how it turns out haha
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