Im after a new head unit, quite like the look of the pioneer AVH range especially the one with touch screen. But im also aware u can get In car PCs?? Are these expensive? touch screens u can get but im no good with computer stuff so need some advice i.e if there worth it price could i make it myself (im an electronics tech so could do most soldering etc).
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In car PC
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Im after a new head unit, quite like the look of the pioneer AVH range especially the one with touch screen. But im also aware u can get In car PCs?? Are these expensive? touch screens u can get but im no good with computer stuff so need some advice i.e if there worth it price could i make it myself (im an electronics tech so could do most soldering etc).
never seen anything like that, but like the sound of it. would be interested to know more about this as well
Currently in the process of tryin to install a pc into my car....hopefully found a small enuff mobo to fit into the glove compartment...obviously ventilation is an important factor here...
Still workin how to work a touch screen into the system, just in the middle of coming up with ideas on an interface to run video, mp3s etc...if it doesnt run too well, then ill just use Windows
.A mate whos studying Motor sport engineering and I, are trying to make a system that will give us stats aswell...maybe RPM counter, Oil Temp etc...but were quite a far away off this.
Watch this space I guess...
i got loads of internet sites that go into it heres one link
http://www.autospeed.com/cms/A_2343/article.htmlhttp://www.autospeed.com/cms/A_2343/article.html
just use the (part2) etc links to read up on it.
Some1 on here had an ODB2 reader or something which could give u 0-60 times or something. Cant find his post now though
Guess u can tap into the cars ecusomehow to get all the water temp etc?? as the ecu would get that already yes??Quote: Originally posted by Illusion on 04 February 2005
Currently in the process of tryin to install a pc into my car....hopefully found a small enuff mobo to fit into the glove compartment...obviously ventilation is an important factor here...
Still workin how to work a touch screen into the system, just in the middle of coming up with ideas on an interface to run video, mp3s etc...if it doesnt run too well, then ill just use Windows
A mate whos studying Motor sport engineering and I, are trying to make a system that will give us stats aswell...maybe RPM counter, Oil Temp etc...but were quite a far away off this.
Watch this space I guess...
ah i found the post i was looking for
http://forum.cliosport.net/display_topic_threads.asp?ForumID=5&TopicID=89586&SearchPagePosition=1&search=car+pc&searchMode=allwords&searchIn=Topic&forum=5&searchSort=dateDESC&ReturnPage=Searchhttp://forum.cliosport.net/display_topic_threads.asp?ForumID=5&TopicID=89586&SearchPagePosition=1&search=car+pc&searchMode=allwords&searchIn=Topic&forum=5&searchSort=dateDESC&ReturnPage=Search
tis mite be of some help RONIN.
daz the old mod on here had a pc in his car with divx and sat nav on it... took it out and got rid as he didnt use it enuff...
there are a few companies that do it, some do pcs that fit in din sized slots... i.e where your headunit is, u can also get some in car mp4 players now with a screen ...
You know, ive been thinking bout doing all of this...but then I thought: Why not just put your laptop into the car?
It does all the same things, it comes fully assembled, and all you need is a 12v converter and plug it into the fag lighter - so simple!
Admittedly a touch screen and having a dedicated car pc is a cool idea, but for how much use its going to get, Ive come to the conclusion that its just not worth it...
All IMO
Kot
Quote: Originally posted by MaLicE on 04 February 2005
daz the old mod on here had a pc in his car with divx and sat nav on it... took it out and got rid as he didnt use it enuff...
Yep. As the screen was a 7" Touchscreen.. and you couldnt get them inbuilt into the dash, it had to sit on top.. which meant I had to move it everytime I left the car - it bugged me, heh.
Quote: Originally posted by richy22 on 05 February 2005
Quote: Originally posted by Daz on 05 February 2005Quote: Originally posted by MaLicE on 04 February 2005 daz the old mod on here had a pc in his car with divx and sat nav on it... took it out and got rid as he didnt use it enuff...
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Yep. As the screen was a 7" Touchscreen.. and you couldnt get them inbuilt into the dash, it had to sit on top.. which meant I had to move it everytime I left the car - it bugged me, heh.[/QUOTE]ive seen u can get single din sized motorized touch screens thats what i was thinking of getting.
Are they VGA though? Composite is crap and you cant read the screen.. has to be VGA.
My 7" Touchscreen VGA is in front of me now.. need to sell it, heh.
incarputer.co.uk or .com i think was one link. How about using a mac mini??!! nice and small already!! Main issue is the power supply for a pc I think!! or just use a laptop with the vga port going to a touchscreen like Dazs or from ebay!
or just put an xbox in.
http://linitx.com/product_info.php?cPath=64&products_id=457http://linitx.com/product_info.php?cPath=64&products_id=457
Mines that one.. but maybe the original version.
Same spec I think, apart from that mine doesnt have the revised connector. They made it stronger on the later ones, but, if its install 24/7, its fine.. (and it was fine for me as I moved the cable with the screen)
As for power supply,
Dont get anything apart from an Opus.
It starts computer when you turn ignition on, and shuts it down (or hibernates) when you turn ignition off.. also, if ya running it on ignition and start engine, it doesnt kill the power to the PC.
Not cheap though - I had to import mine from America as it was brand new. Cost about £180 delivered.
It looks like Mini-ITX sell ready made PCs with them in now.. which would be great if they are the same PSU.
My PC was an ITX system - Epia M9000.. worked great. I even used it as my main workstation for a while after I removed it from the car!
Ive got one i want to sell. Its a mini pc. Runs of laptop parts so no need for invertors. Trust me too not running it of an invertor is a big plus(unless its an opus but still this method is better). It got a touchscreen and everything needed for gps. I got it of a guy who was trying to market them(i think it failed) and it cost him £750 to build it.
Something went wrong with windows so ive recently reinstalled windows so its a blank canvass. Everything needs reinstalling on it at the moment and i just cant be arsed. All thats currently is on is all the max and paddy series. Its also network ready which means if youve got a wireless network you can park your car outside and transfer files over. Ill put some pics up too
Offers anyone?
Whats included-gps dongle, gps software with postcodes and voice, its got 2 usb slots at the back and included is a 4 way usb adaptor, theres a device to make any usb slot take like a drive(i use it with the dvd drive). Its got an external usb dongle to allow it to connect to a network or the internet.
Its a lilliput screen(regarded as the best for this kind of thing) Its also a touchscreen.
I have a lead to run it through an alpine stereo
Theres also an infrared keyboard which has a mouse built in. You dont really need this as its touchscreen but in my opinion they are worth haveing for speed of inputting text
The computer would come with just xp on it. Youd need to install everything like the gps dongle and the software. I only have the navigation software so bear this in mind. It will be quite a bit of work but worth it as it would then be personal to you. I wouldnt be able to provide any technical support as im not technical.
Only thing you may want to buy is a usb stick. I used this to transfer music on a regular basis. You could use the network but when its like only 1 song you wont be arsed going up stairs booting your comp up then going back downstairs to turn your car comp on.
I dunno what stats the comp has ill have to check it out. It is more then adaqute though and runs quick and smoothly
CAMP is what you want for car stats. Its made by HKS and includes loads of sensors which all cost more money (whole kit will set you back £1000 then you need your carputer too). Its cool. Its the same thing that the skyline has in it (some of them anyay)|
Quote: Originally posted by paddymcc on 06 February 2005
Quote: Originally posted by Daz on 06 February 2005http://linitx.com/product_info.php?cPath=64&products_id=457http://linitx.com/product_info.php?cPath=64&products_id=457Mines that one.. but maybe the original version.Same spec I think, apart from that mine doesnt have the revised connector. They made it stronger on the later ones, but, if its install 24/7, its fine.. (and it was fine for me as I moved the cable with the screen)[/QUOTE]You selling her? what sort of money is it?
Make me an offer.
