This guide will tell you how to let a windows computer make use of your N810’s GPS as if it was its own. While the Nokia N810 does not have the best GPS in the world it is still better than no GPS. On a recent road trip I wanted a way to visualize my trip route on a more powerful device than my N810’s 400MHz processor and Maemo Mapper. I wanted the full use of my laptop, Google Earth and the Internet. ...
Here is how I added an AUX input to my Delco Radio/CD player and a nice mount for my N810. Part 1 - Adding The AUX Input First off This worked on my Delco radio. It may work on yours, it may not. On My radio there is a nice AUX button right under the CD button. This goes to an AUX connector on the back of the unit. This is a Delco AUX plug. It was meant to go to a separate tape deck. Unfortunately, this AUX plug requires an intelligent device to be connected in order to function. There is also a device you can buy that will plug into this AUX port and give you a normal RCA connection. However, the goal of this project is to spend as little money as possible while having the fun of doing it yourself. ...
The Nokia N810 has an OTG or On-The-Go USB controller, it allows the device to function in both client and host mode. By default it is in client mode so when you plug it into your computer it acts as a USB storage device. It can be put into host mode either by running a program on the tablet that will put it into host mode or by using the OTG trigger. The USB plug on the tablet has 5 pins rather than just the standard 4 USB uses. If the extra pin is grounded it will put the N810 into host mode. ...