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konazz
X-TRAIL FANATIC
Date Registered: 08-2012
Location: Canberra, ACT
TOTAL POSTS: 479
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Tablet holder
Hey guys... wondering which one you all think i should get... then will do a super review on it.
I have a Nexus 7 tablet, loaded with Memory Maps and Androizic - for all my topi stuff; Google Maps is good enough around town.
I tried a cheap $18 ebay tablet holder on the windscreen - nearly ended up with a shattered tablet when i left my driveway... was rubbish, and my money was refunded. So I've come up with two options for using my tablet in a 4WD environment:
Triple suction mount from RAM
(image taken from 4WD action in this thread: http://www.4wdaction.com.au/forum/viewtopic.php?f=38&t=126803)
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ClicOn mount system. I've only got images from the dealer in Sydney, HoldMyPhone http://www.holdmyphone.com.au
(note that I've chosen the T31 Xtrail with no navigation screen)
Screen Shot 2013-02-23 at 10.27.09 PM by konazz, on Flickr
Screen Shot 2013-02-23 at 10.27.25 PM by konazz, on Flickr
The tablet orientation has to be vertical, because my polarising glasses block out the screen when in landscape.
Any other ideas? The cost for both is about the same (around $150-ish)
I'm currently leaning towards ClicOn, as i can have it lower, away from sun (heat and glare) and close to the 12v plug. Also easier for the navigator to control the maps, by twisting the tablet towards them.
Last edited by konazz, 23/Feb/2013, 9:35 pm
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Michael K
2012 X-Trail Series IV Diesel TS
Member X-2600 (C)
Mods: Pedders Lift Kit, Bash Plates, 16" X-trail Steel Rims, 235/70/16 A/T Tyres, Heavy Duty shock absorbers
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23/Feb/2013, 9:33 pm
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cooch t31
X-TRAIL HOLIC
Date Registered: 06-2008
Location: Blue Mountains, NSW
TOTAL POSTS: 5966
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Re:
I agree, you will loose the view from the L?H side of your windscreen.
I'm sure the boys in blue would love to catch up to you as well.
--- Tony X-891c
HERE is my D22 Navara
HERE is my old 2008 T31, ST Series1
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24/Feb/2013, 7:41 am
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rescue1
X-TRAIL HOLIC
Date Registered: 01-2009
TOTAL POSTS: 1384
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The location of the windscreen mount puts the tablet within the deployment zone of the SRS airbag...
--- Alan & Phillipa
2008 X-Trail TL White Diamond
Plumpton NSW
Our Mods
X-1112 (C)
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24/Feb/2013, 8:35 am
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DogTrail
X-TRAIL FANATIC
Date Registered: 05-2012
Location: Sunshine Coast
TOTAL POSTS: 481
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Re: Re:
As shown, the positioning is probably a breach of the Traffic Act in all States as it obscures the drivers vision of the road.
Police set their large screens down low.
A lower position using the centre slot as a mount point (if possible) might obscure the drivers access to the stereo buttons but there are alternate steering wheel controls for the stereo so that could be a better option.
I site my Garmin touch screen/voice GPS there using a sticky pad and find it ideal, but to each their own.
Last edited by DogTrail, 1/Mar/2013, 10:05 pm
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2011/12 Australia:- 2.5 litre petrol 4WD, Series IV ST, CVT with Nissan bonnet & headlight protectors, mats + after-market HD towbar with added step for old dogs. ;) Garmin GPS, K&N air filter, DashMate, Black Pearl Tint , Dirt. X-2429(c).
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1/Mar/2013, 10:00 pm
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konazz
X-TRAIL FANATIC
Date Registered: 08-2012
Location: Canberra, ACT
TOTAL POSTS: 479
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Re:
Ended up getting some RAM mounts cheap at Eastern Creek a few weeks back. Mainly for the phone, but also got a universal tablet cradle.
Here is the tablet setup... need to fine tune it, so it sits a bit closer, but no material reduction in visibility out the windscreen if correctly set up with the long arm (medium arm is a bit close). The grips were strong enough holding the tablet over corrugations, but will add a neoprene sleeve over the tablet to give better grip for long trips. Sorry about poor photos, as was in a rush to get home.
Untitled by konazz, on Flickr
Untitled by konazz, on Flickr
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Michael K
2012 X-Trail Series IV Diesel TS
Member X-2600 (C)
Mods: Pedders Lift Kit, Bash Plates, 16" X-trail Steel Rims, 235/70/16 A/T Tyres, Heavy Duty shock absorbers
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