Where do you put the interface (the black box with blue button) after installation? Can it be hidden? How, where?
2034962
Yes it can. Mine is in the dashboard, behind the radio unit. Only thing visible is the microphone, everything else is hidden. Have it for about 3months now and still works perfect for streaming music from my phones (android and Iphone) or get calls.
2034963
Ideally behind the dash or stereo (there's no "button"; you use the steering wheel and stereo only). Yes. By disassembling the dash, which is in your car.
2034964
On my 2008 Tundra, I left it hanging behind the dash. Plenty of room. I also kept the external Sirius radio plugged into the harness, but the modules for the Sirius are hidden under the front half of the center console.
2034965
In my case, it stayed behind the head unit, inside the dash. Out of view and hidden. There's usually enough space for it to be wedged in.
2034966
It is not a blue button, it is more of a light if that. It attached to the SAT input in the back of the radio, so you just leave it inside the dashboard behind the stereo. There is plenty of room for it. You really have no need to see the unit once it is installed. The bluetooth activates the moment the car stereo is on, and you can talk or stream by pressing your AM/SAT button. Once for Bluetooth, twice for AM.
2034967
The black box can be placed anywhere behind the dashboard. My Avalon has a lot of room back there so I positioned the interface just to the right of the stereo and behind it. It can be hidden.
2034968
The black box can be hidden anywhere inside the dash. The unit doesn't need to be access for device pairing or anything beyond it the initial configuration. I have mine mounted with double sided tape behind the HVAC controls.
2034969
I have an Avalon and there is plenty of room behind the stereo, just put it in the space behind the stereo.
1274553
This question is pretty funny as I had the very same problem at first. Ended calling up Cobra about it and just before they told me how to do it, I found the answer in the manuals fist page ! LOL ! All you have to do is hold the power button down for five seconds as I remember. This will switch the display. :)
1078651
Return it for a new one. The whole point of something like a Chromebox is its simplicity and almost immediate 'on' ability. Unless another computer that you know is OK also does that with that monitor, return the Chromebox.
1084368
On installation there is a small manual added for on screen use. There is as far as I know no definitive manual for usage of the machine. All computer related gear I have purchased over the last few years has minimal if any written information with it. Apparently they feel that there is enough help and choices in the drop down menus to make operation possible. Any unusual use you wish to put the machine to will require a call to technical assistance. Sorry, but that seems to be the way things are currently.
336047
It is super easy, but if you are asking this you may want to have someone else install it. Here is a link to an installation; http://www.2addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=998321
1059970
Instruction book that comes with it isn't that good. I just played with the menu until I got it set up. don't know where you could find it? maybe google it? good luck.
1210546
I don't use this feature but there is setup info in the install documentation on how to do it. Larry H
634631
I am having the same problem. It won't show up on my control panel and the computer won't detect it as a hardware device. I have some pretty important stuff on it too. I don't suppose you found out how to make it work since you posted this comment?
993380
This problem is usually caused by programs that download when you download something else. One way to avoid that is to always click the "Custom Installation" option and then carefully go through the options and make sure that you unclick any boxes that allow other pieces of software to install.
2092330
I agree with Eric. I doubt the interface has changed. I suggest buying it from a reputable place where you can return it if not satisfied That way there is little risk to you.
149295
It's on the start screen at the top left or move the mouse to the top left corner click settings and it's on the bottom. Good luck.
1873902
Sorry David, I do not have an answer for you. Ever since I bought this unit, I have only opened the box and that is where it is. Sorry I could not help you. Ram Sharma
2184605
Installation instruction not included, please be sure you know how to install before bid
1324176
Control panel / appearance and personalization / display. Does this answer your question?
104316
I had the same problem. I removed and reloaded the software and haven't had a problem. Hope this helps.Joe
2242314
Hello-- to answer your question, no I don't believe they will know its there but likely you will not either, as in it didn't seem to work for me... I would not purchase it unless you are really tech savvy and know how to set it up to the highest setting. I suppose for myself I could have fiddled with it more, but I just went to Geek Squad and had what they recommended installed, that way I could get my questions answered. HTH
850693
This is way past the date, but for reference, no. Only in setup does the GUI display. If you change volume or inputs or anything, there is no screen-overlay to show that.