The CarPC / Carputer Thread

gigy · 14th October 2009, 19:35

Today the lcd worked fine all day. Multiple efforts seems to have worked.
Cpu is now at 1.6Ghz and 1.2v ( its noticeably slow but i dont mind considering price of new lcd)
Lcd is powered by M3 ( was bit scared to load it with lcd current)
The blower fan pushing all air towards behind of motherboard.(Rs850 has helped)
Installed 4 port belkin usb hub. have to give it additional power. will use the car charge.
Bought a headrest lcd for 2500.

nisarg86 · 15th October 2009, 09:00

nice! Post some snaps.
I need to work on wiring from AMP to DC-DC PSU. hopefully this weekend.

ph03n!x · 27th October 2009, 01:48

Not sure if this will be helpful for CarPC install, but sure seemed interesting:
Axiomtek 3.5-Inch Single Board Computer Based on Intel Atom with Industrial Temperature Support My Digital Life

I did not read of a built in audio, though...

gigy · 5th November 2009, 09:20

A new complete cpu is coming to market soon, looks good for carputer and price is also ok at 17390 with shipping. need only the automotive power supply. more information available here
OTHER: Introducing Zotac nVidia Ion Based mini-PC!! - Erodov

ZOTAC - It's time to play! - mini-PC
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aZa · 5th November 2009, 13:13

Guys any help with sourcing the power supplies ? is iRIDE the only option, or can we get similar DC2DC power supplies from a computer market>?

gigy · 5th November 2009, 13:21

you can also see here.
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kingofmyworld · 13th November 2009, 19:27

Do we have any stores dealing with USB GPS receivers at an economical price?

Prometheus · 14th November 2009, 11:53

i've been looking for an economical gps receiver myself...alas!

the best i've found is GPS Devices | GPS Receivers | GPS Trackers | GPS Mobile Phone Tracking Software Store Title - ChipSilicon - Electronics Store India . in my opinion, not one item is worth its price tag.

whats your budget anyway?

kingofmyworld · 14th November 2009, 15:41

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Originally Posted by Prometheus

i've been looking for an economical gps receiver myself...alas!

the best i've found is GPS Devices | GPS Receivers | GPS Trackers | GPS Mobile Phone Tracking Software Store Title - ChipSilicon - Electronics Store India . in my opinion, not one item is worth its price tag.

whats your budget anyway?

All these receivers are more than expensive, If i ship a globalsat GPS receiver through EBay, its costing me around 2.5k.
No budget as such but i want it for a better price than what I'm getting in Ebay.

Prometheus · 14th November 2009, 16:41

Hello fellow BHPians!

I am working on my very first carputer project. Below you'll find details. Since this is my first I'll be out here seeking constant help & advice.

I'm sorry I won't be able to post pics since I'm bed ridden. Its been 8 months now. Spent 3 months in the ICU with a tube in my neck, now I'm home and on the sure path to recovery

. I can't walk, but I just started using my hands a little. Anyways this project serves well by keeping me busy and my spirits up.

HARDWARE - DECIDED

Processor: Intel Core Duo Processor T5200 (1.6 GHz, 533 MHz FSB)
Operating System: Windows XP Professional
Chipset: Mobile Intel 945GME Expresss Chipset
Memory: 512MB RAM
Hard Drive: 80GB 5400 rpm SMART SATA
Removable Media: DVD+/-RW
Graphics: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950
Audio: Conexant HD Audio Output; Line out; Line in
Communications: Intel 82562GT 10/100 Network Connection Conexant 56K modem; Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection 802.11 a/b/g
Interfaces: Type I/II PC Card Slot (1); External Monitor (1); USB 2.0 (2)

HARDWARE - UNDECIDED

Display: I am yet to decide on my touch screen monitor. Lilliput is the best I've found so far. Looking for other alternatives. (Any ideas?)
Power Supply: NOT A CLUE! HELP! Was thinking of using a regular UPS.
Input: Mouse (Track ball?); Keyboard

EXTRAS - DECIDED

GPS: BU 355
Bluetooth
Rear Camera
FM Tuner
Memory Card Reader
USB Octaport

EXTRAS - UNDECIDED

Remote Control
Internet Connection

SOFTWARE - UNDECIDED

Front-End: Currently experimenting with
- FreeICE 1.92
- CF 2.0
- iCT 1.2.3
- Media Engine 2.3.6
- RR (November 2009 Release)
- Shotgun! 1.08b
GPS: I'm looking for freeware that doesn't need an internet connection. I should be able to preload/cache the maps for a city and use it on the go. A simple view such as Google Maps will do. I don't need anything to savvy. HELP!
Cell Phone Control Interface: HELP (again )

MY CARPUTER FEATURES

Digital Audio & Video Player: cda, wav, snd, au, aif, aiff, wma, mp3, mip, m4a, m4p, aac, avi, mpq, mpg, mpeg, asf, wmv, m1v
Multimedia Organization/Management: Create playlists of audio or video
iPod Support: Connect the iPod directly to the computer, no need for iTunes to be installed
DVD & Audio CD Player
GPS Navigation
FM Radio
Rear Camera Support
Web Browser
Universal External Applications Integration: Set up just about any outside software program to run with the program
Cell/Mobile Phone Control Interface

Well that about sums it all up!

Ideas/Advice/Criticism Welcome!

Thank You!

Prometheus · 14th November 2009, 23:20

Bro if you ask me, 2.5k is the best you can get (considering value)

Try: GPS Dongle With GPS Receiver(SZC808) - US$ 21.99

And the Globalsat gps receiver you're talking about - BU353/355?

kingofmyworld · 15th November 2009, 00:37

Looks like a good one,
I'm talking about BU353. Costs around 24.99$

netarchie · 15th November 2009, 10:40

You have listed down almost all the things to start the carpc project.
About the FE, I have used RR and CF, both are nice, RR being free.
You can check with iride for automotive PSU.

Which car is it going to be?

All the best with your project!
Get well soon.

Prometheus · 15th November 2009, 14:52

Hey!

The car is a Honda City ZX Gxi. Regarding the front end, I think I'm going to settle with iCT. Its not only easy to use, but also integrates with third party applications easily. I am still experimenting. If not satisfied, I'm going to settle with CF.

Any ideas for GPS software?

Cheers!

kingofmyworld · 15th November 2009, 18:26

Hey Prometheus, Congratulations on your carputer project.
Use a 160w or more powerful PSU depending on your usage.
You get different types of powersupplies (m2,m3,m4 etc), M2 powersupply has cables to power your mother board where as the M3 and above don't, They directly go into the 18pin socket on the mother board. So depending on the space constraint decide on what suits you the best.

14th October 2009, 19:35	#511
gigy Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: mumbai Posts: 1,321 Thanked: 47 Times	Today the lcd worked fine all day. Multiple efforts seems to have worked. Cpu is now at 1.6Ghz and 1.2v ( its noticeably slow but i dont mind considering price of new lcd) Lcd is powered by M3 ( was bit scared to load it with lcd current) The blower fan pushing all air towards behind of motherboard.(Rs850 has helped) Installed 4 port belkin usb hub. have to give it additional power. will use the car charge. Bought a headrest lcd for 2500.
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15th October 2009, 09:00	#512
nisarg86 BHPian Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Ahmedabad Posts: 392 Thanked: 13 Times View My Garage	nice! Post some snaps. I need to work on wiring from AMP to DC-DC PSU. hopefully this weekend.
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27th October 2009, 01:48	#513
ph03n!x Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Coimbatore Posts: 2,602 Thanked: 6,158 Times	Not sure if this will be helpful for CarPC install, but sure seemed interesting: Axiomtek 3.5-Inch Single Board Computer Based on Intel Atom with Industrial Temperature Support My Digital Life I did not read of a built in audio, though...
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5th November 2009, 09:20	#514
gigy Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: mumbai Posts: 1,321 Thanked: 47 Times	A new complete cpu is coming to market soon, looks good for carputer and price is also ok at 17390 with shipping. need only the automotive power supply. more information available here OTHER: Introducing Zotac nVidia Ion Based mini-PC!! - Erodov ZOTAC - It's time to play! - mini-PC a
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5th November 2009, 13:13	#515
aZa Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Noida / Delhi Posts: 1,595 Thanked: 25 Times View My Garage	Guys any help with sourcing the power supplies ? is iRIDE the only option, or can we get similar DC2DC power supplies from a computer market>?
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5th November 2009, 13:21	#516
gigy Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: mumbai Posts: 1,321 Thanked: 47 Times	you can also see here. OPUS SOLUTIONS - Leader in Vehicle Computers and Mobile DC-DC Power Supplies Mobile Computing Solutions CarPC, Car PC, touchscreen monitors, power supplies, DC-DC PSUs, vehicle PSU, car power supplies Mp3Car Custom Car Computers!
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13th November 2009, 19:27	#517
kingofmyworld BHPian Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Hyderabad / pensylvania. Posts: 816 Thanked: 537 Times View My Garage	Do we have any stores dealing with USB GPS receivers at an economical price?
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14th November 2009, 11:53	#518
Prometheus Newbie Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Philadelphia/Delhi Posts: 18 Thanked: Once	i've been looking for an economical gps receiver myself...alas! the best i've found is GPS Devices \| GPS Receivers \| GPS Trackers \| GPS Mobile Phone Tracking Software Store Title - ChipSilicon - Electronics Store India . in my opinion, not one item is worth its price tag. whats your budget anyway?
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14th November 2009, 16:41	#520
Prometheus Newbie Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Philadelphia/Delhi Posts: 18 Thanked: Once	Yet another CARpc project! Hello fellow BHPians! I am working on my very first carputer project. Below you'll find details. Since this is my first I'll be out here seeking constant help & advice. I'm sorry I won't be able to post pics since I'm bed ridden. Its been 8 months now. Spent 3 months in the ICU with a tube in my neck, now I'm home and on the sure path to recovery . I can't walk, but I just started using my hands a little. Anyways this project serves well by keeping me busy and my spirits up. HARDWARE - DECIDED Processor: Intel Core Duo Processor T5200 (1.6 GHz, 533 MHz FSB) Operating System: Windows XP Professional Chipset: Mobile Intel 945GME Expresss Chipset Memory: 512MB RAM Hard Drive: 80GB 5400 rpm SMART SATA Removable Media: DVD+/-RW Graphics: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950 Audio: Conexant HD Audio Output; Line out; Line in Communications: Intel 82562GT 10/100 Network Connection Conexant 56K modem; Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection 802.11 a/b/g Interfaces: Type I/II PC Card Slot (1); External Monitor (1); USB 2.0 (2) HARDWARE - UNDECIDED Display: I am yet to decide on my touch screen monitor. Lilliput is the best I've found so far. Looking for other alternatives. (Any ideas?) Power Supply: NOT A CLUE! HELP! Was thinking of using a regular UPS. Input: Mouse (Track ball?); Keyboard EXTRAS - DECIDED GPS: BU 355 Bluetooth Rear Camera FM Tuner Memory Card Reader USB Octaport EXTRAS - UNDECIDED Remote Control Internet Connection SOFTWARE - UNDECIDED Front-End: Currently experimenting with FreeICE 1.92 CF 2.0 iCT 1.2.3 Media Engine 2.3.6 RR (November 2009 Release) Shotgun! 1.08b GPS: I'm looking for freeware that doesn't need an internet connection. I should be able to preload/cache the maps for a city and use it on the go. A simple view such as Google Maps will do. I don't need anything to savvy. HELP! Cell Phone Control Interface: HELP (again ) MY CARPUTER FEATURES Digital Audio & Video Player: cda, wav, snd, au, aif, aiff, wma, mp3, mip, m4a, m4p, aac, avi, mpq, mpg, mpeg, asf, wmv, m1v Multimedia Organization/Management: Create playlists of audio or video iPod Support: Connect the iPod directly to the computer, no need for iTunes to be installed DVD & Audio CD Player GPS Navigation FM Radio Rear Camera Support Web Browser Universal External Applications Integration: Set up just about any outside software program to run with the program Cell/Mobile Phone Control Interface Well that about sums it all up! Ideas/Advice/Criticism Welcome! Thank You!
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14th November 2009, 23:20	#521
Prometheus Newbie Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Philadelphia/Delhi Posts: 18 Thanked: Once	Bro if you ask me, 2.5k is the best you can get (considering value) Try: GPS Dongle With GPS Receiver(SZC808) - US$ 21.99 And the Globalsat gps receiver you're talking about - BU353/355?
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15th November 2009, 00:37	#522
kingofmyworld BHPian Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Hyderabad / pensylvania. Posts: 816 Thanked: 537 Times View My Garage	Looks like a good one, I'm talking about BU353. Costs around 24.99$
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15th November 2009, 10:40	#523
netarchie BHPian Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Navi Mumbai Posts: 397 Thanked: 10 Times View My Garage	You have listed down almost all the things to start the carpc project. About the FE, I have used RR and CF, both are nice, RR being free. You can check with iride for automotive PSU. Which car is it going to be? All the best with your project! Get well soon.
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15th November 2009, 14:52	#524
Prometheus Newbie Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Philadelphia/Delhi Posts: 18 Thanked: Once	Hey! The car is a Honda City ZX Gxi. Regarding the front end, I think I'm going to settle with iCT. Its not only easy to use, but also integrates with third party applications easily. I am still experimenting. If not satisfied, I'm going to settle with CF. Any ideas for GPS software? Cheers!
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15th November 2009, 18:26	#525
kingofmyworld BHPian Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Hyderabad / pensylvania. Posts: 816 Thanked: 537 Times View My Garage	Hey Prometheus, Congratulations on your carputer project. Use a 160w or more powerful PSU depending on your usage. You get different types of powersupplies (m2,m3,m4 etc), M2 powersupply has cables to power your mother board where as the M3 and above don't, They directly go into the 18pin socket on the mother board. So depending on the space constraint decide on what suits you the best.
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