TFT Dash for the Fazer 1000 / FZ1

[old son]

Looks like fantastic upgrades, well done. This dash just gets better and better!!!

[NitramA]

I keep looking at this;it certainly is a very interesting product.
The knowledge and effort you’ve put in shows you know what you’re doing.
It’s a truly impressive device.




If you could integrate Google Maps (or Android Auto) I’d not be able to resist hitting the buy button.
Also I’m less concerned about the overall size, more the shape. Is there any way you could just round off the edges to make it a little less box shaped?


This is really nitpicking. Fantastic job.

[CatalinU]

If it would run on android, I would buy 2, just to have one as a spare

[DJDLTD]

There is a plan in place to integrate navigation. Every TFT Dash ships with a built in bluetooth module which prepares it for a future software release which will include navigation abilities. The idea is it will pair with an app on your iPhone / Android smartphone and it will be your phone that does the navigation but it will send directional updates to the dash via bluetooth.


So the things you will see on the dash are mainly distance to next action (e.g. Left Turn / Right Turn / Roundabout, Exit, etc...), the action to take and other navigation stats like ETA, Distance to Arrival, etc...


The navigation update is a bit of a way off yet as it requires development of the smartphone app but the TFT Dash will most certainly support that.

[bald_pig]

If it would run on android, I would buy 2, just to have one as a spare

I'm currently contemplating making an Android version, but this pandemic has brought in more work than ever, so no time to work on it at the moment!


The interesting prospect of an android version for me is that you can use a phone for the dash to save some money...

[kralik]

DJDLTD - I went through your videos and it seems like I will be ordering your dash soon :-)

[old son]

DJDLTD - I went through your videos and it seems like I will be ordering your dash soon :-)

Go for it, they are very good and so easy to read

[kralik]

[quote author=kralik link=topic=25536.msg320874#msg320874 date=1603720569]
DJDLTD - I went through your videos and it seems like I will be ordering your dash soon :-)

Go for it, they are very good and so easy to read
[/quote]
yes, I will. My dash is not in good condition either, the buttons does not work long time already.

[DJDLTD]

It seems longer and longer now every time I post updates, but good news is on the horizon - for TFT Dash owners the Navigation update is really close to being released. Thought I would post a quick video on the first Road test I did earlier today with the Navigation update working in conjunction with my iPhone via Bluetooth. Android users can expect an app release soon after this is out (it won't be long). But for the latest update video, the link is below:


https://youtu.be/Zh-Ds0p5Kjs


Any suggestions or queries, do let me know.


Stay safe
Danny

[kralik]

It seems longer and longer now every time I post updates, but good news is on the horizon - for TFT Dash owners the Navigation update is really close to being released. Thought I would post a quick video on the first Road test I did earlier today with the Navigation update working in conjunction with my iPhone via Bluetooth. Android users can expect an app release soon after this is out (it won't be long). But for the latest update video, the link is below:


https://youtu.be/Zh-Ds0p5Kjs


Any suggestions or queries, do let me know.
Great! It is looking very good now. So I am looking forward for Android version :-)


Stay safe
Danny

[b1k3rdude]

This is extremely cool and very usefull fella, am currious as to what map/nav data you use. What is the screen like in direct sunlight, I assume its a generic TFT TN panel..?

Apologies if this has been asked before, but how logistically complicated/costly (pandemic aside) would it be to get a TFT made in the shape of the original clocks..? or if possible use multiple circular displays, inside the original instrument housing..?

[DJDLTD]

Many thanks! With regards to the Map Data, it depends on the smartphone you will use. At the moment the iPhone app uses the Apple Maps service to get the directions and routing info, and as you travel along it will pass each step to the TFT Dash over the Bluetooth LE connection. If you're on an Android phone this will use the Google Maps service.


It is a TFT TN panel that is used, in direct sunlight it works well if you use one of the high contrast themes - e.g. White on Black or vice versa.


To get the original design working in the shape of the original clocks would probably require a smaller screen, and a redesigned enclosure and a rework of where all the internal components would fit. Have got a 5 inch version on the Horizon and this seems to be what other Manufacturers are going with in terms of screen size. Have thought about multiple circular displays but the complicated bit is then getting the Raspberry Pi to connect to multiple displays etc.. I'm sure it's possible but would a bit of R&D required.


Hope that helps!

[b1k3rdude]

Have thought about multiple circular displays but the complicated bit is then getting the Raspberry Pi to connect to multiple displays etc.. I'm sure it's possible but would a bit of R&D required.

Yeah I did wonder after I asked, how you would connect to display so the Pi, one over hdmi and the second via breakout board from the GPIO? that assuming the Arduino isn't using already.

[vivfazer]

Hi,
I'm really impressed with the dash, would be very interested when you start selling them.
Cheers.

[CatalinU]

Hi,
I'm really impressed with the dash, would be very interested when you start selling them.
Cheers.

He is already selling them. Check out hes website


https://www.tftdashproject.co.uk/

[crankcase]

Many thanks! With regards to the Map Data, it depends on the smartphone you will use. At the moment the iPhone app uses the Apple Maps service to get the directions and routing info, and as you travel along it will pass each step to the TFT Dash over the Bluetooth LE connection. If you're on an Android phone this will use the Google Maps service.

Hi, I just got the notification for the dash software update with navigation, and boy am I excited!


Looking at the upgrade info on your site, it says iPhone users need to download a TFT Nav app from App Store. Is the Android version available, or is it on the way? I couldn't find anything by that name in the Google Play Store.


Thanks!

[old son]

I've uploaded the update and the Nav App. As usual, great bit of kit. Looking forward to using the extra function. Whats next Danny?

[FirstYamTwm]

What's the progress on the android version for the GPS function?  Cant find anything on play store.

[crankcase]

What's the progress on the android version for the GPS function?  Cant find anything on play store.

I emailed Danny asking about the Android app, he said it's in the works and he hopes to have it out by July <fingers crossed>

[FirstYamTwm]

Thank you Crankcase