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Function and operating logic of the MINI joystick

The signals from the buttons are read in by the MINI joystick. The joystick transforms the signals into messages on the K-CAN. The messages are processed by the headunit. The CID receives the signals for display on the LVDS data line (Low Voltage Differential Signalling). The LVDS data line involves technology that reliably transfers graphical data over a longer distance.

Fig 1: GPS Aerial - Circuit Diagram
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Item Explanation
1 Central information display (CID)
2 Junction box electronics (JBE)
3 Front fuse and relay module
4 USB interface in glove box
5 Roof aerial
6 GPS aerial
7 Diversity aerial
8 Controller
9 AUX-IN connection
8 Car Communication Computer (CCC) or Central Headunit and Multimedia Platform (CHAMP)

The joystick is tilted from the rest position, to which the joystick always returns when it is released.

The joystick has the following directions of movement: