My Next Idea/Plan: CarPC

[matt753]

So I got really interested in getting a nice touchscreen monitor, hooking it up to one of my old laptops, getting a usb gps receiver, and a way I go. This way I can have my whole music library, along with music videos with me, along with navigation, internet when i can get wifi, along with all the other functionality of a computer.

I was looking at this monitor: http://store.mp3car.com/2008_Lilliput_7 ... on-016.htm
(I really don't want to pay $700+ for an in-dash one when these are $300)

With this software: http://store.mp3car.com/StreetDeck_Nort ... dk-005.htm
(Be sure to watch the video)



Just a few concerns, I would like everyone's input on for those who have more experience with this than I do.

1. Where is a good place to mount this? (On the dash, passengers side, on some sort of movable/adjustable stand above shifter/in front of hvac controls?), Making it look as clean as possible, hiding all wires, etc.

2. With a normal battery and stock alternator, will it be able to power the monitor along with the laptop, and my sound system (2 300-400 watt amps, dual 12's in the back)?

3. Is that the best software? Do I have to pay the $200 for it or are there ways around the registration?

4. What is the best way to connect my laptop to my head unit? (ex: external sound card with what kind of connections?)

[Custommx3]

Dont pirate software.. use Roadrunner

I have a lilliput 619. I like it, glare sux. Id suggest saving up and buying an LED backlit transflective screen. You'll be glad you did.

Id suggest getting a 1+ farad cap if you want to help save your alternator.


I'd remove your stock headunit, mold it into the double din slot (thats what I did)

Soundcard to amp = best way to get sound without a headunit.

[matt753]

Do you have any pictures/videos?

[Custommx3]

Unfortunatley I dotn of the one I had in my mx-3. Mooneggs now has my moulded console piece, maybe he will posta pic for me.

[Mooneggs]

yes I can't wait to build my own CarPC - thanks to Barry for giving me this sweet molded console piece!

[Custommx3]

Thanks Mark. your welcome

[Nd4SpdSe]

Barry, you remove your CarPC?

[Custommx3]

Ya, its in my Mazdaspeed6 now

http://www.barrykclark.com/photos/index ... er=/CarPC/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;