Starcom1 Tailcone Install

[Killtimer]

As per request, here's a few pics of how I did my Starcom install.
http://www.st-owners.com/gallery/files/1/8/0/1/Instal_1.JPG
This is how the unit sits in the cavity. The grey case is a an old Progressive Suspension tire repair kit I use to store hardparts, fasteners and a few common 3/8 drive sockets and allen drivers. It's the perfect size for a wedge. You can see the pillion headset lead tucked in above. The cable exiting is the PTT switch thats mounted on the passenger grab rail. I've given up getting the vox to work well, so I've given the PTT switch to the pillion and use the iPod's remote to mute the tunes on my end. The unit is encased in a homemade sleeve of 3/4 inch foam.
Here's the unit removed for adjustment.
http://www.st-owners.com/gallery/files/1/8/0/1/Instal_3.JPG

The music lead runs under the seats to the tankbag enclosed iPod
http://www.st-owners.com/gallery/files/1/8/0/1/iPod_output_2.JPG
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http://www.st-owners.com/gallery/files/1/8/0/1/iPod_output_1.JPG

The Bulkhead fitting for the rider headset is mounted in the left hand speaker grill. Mine's just a little too close to the pocket lid for the lid to clear easily when the headset lead is plugged in. If you go this route make sure you check your clearances better than I did. :o:
http://www.st-owners.com/gallery/files/1/8/0/1/Bulkhead_2.JPG
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http://www.st-owners.com/gallery/files/1/8/0/1/Bulkhead_1.JPG

The cables from the bulkhead fitting and V1/SPIII outputs I had to run inside the wishbone, along the airbox to get away from some ignition noise. The cables exit under the seat adjuster at the base of the tank and then run to the rear. At first I just used a standard audio cable from the V1/SPIII and had much interference. A dedicated cable from Starcom fixed this. Not only is the Starcom cable shielded, it seems to have a noise filter at the Starcom end as well.

Any specific questions...... ask.

[tdeboeser]

Nice. I've got mine in the same place, but didn't rap mine up and it's been working fine for a year. Did you order a longer headset lead? I've got mine just coming out the left side of the seat and mounted with the supplied holder.

My music is a cheapy Mp3 player, with the lead ran to the left pocket. Currently my phone is on my hip, I really need to get on the ball and get that ram mount.

I'll try and get photos up... sometime :D

Tom de

[Killtimer]

I've got mine in the same place, but didn't rap mine up and it's been working fine for a year. Did you order a longer headset lead? I've got mine just coming out the left side of the seat and mounted with the supplied holder.

Starcom offers 2 bulkhead fittings. One with a ~24" cable, the other with a 76" cable IIRC. I got both and ran the long one up front. The short one may end up in the rear somewhere, but so far my wife's been happy with the loose lead snaked out from under the seat when she needs it. The standard coiled lead easily reaches from my helmet to the bulkhead fitting in the dash.

[Diggers1300]

Hey guys!

How do you like the Starcom1 unit? I'm just about ready to buy one but can't decide between this one or the Autocom. Pros? Cons? Anyone out there have an Autocom they can comment on?

Thanks!

[Diggers1300]

Hi Charlie!

This is a great site! So much better than the ST1300.US site on MSN.

Give some details on the Thursday night get together. It's less than 2 hours drive to the DFW area. No prob, Bob! The wife and I would love a "meet and greet". And a chance to see and compare the to intercom systems would be icing on the cake.

[STCPO]

Steve,
If you can't make it on Thursday nights, let me know and I'll see if I can plan a weekend ride out your way.

Pete

[Diggers1300]

We're going to try to make it tomorrow night. Sound like a great opportunity for a ride. Well... I don't need much reason to ride. However, meeting some fellow ST'ers will be a thrill! Don't see to many around here. I only know of one other ST here ('04 Blue) and he migrated from a Wing, rides 10-15 below posted on roads he doesn't know, and mainly rides the superslab :eek: ! Methinks he should have stuck with the Wing :confused: .

I've rambled enough. Hope to see ya'll there if I can swing it. Will know for sure this evening.