Thread: will a touchscreen head unit work as a monitor for a carputer

can't wait to see the responses

yet...

Ok I'll get this.
Possible, anything is possible. Probable, not very probable, It would take too much time and patience to accomplish that task. Those units are not readibly available for an exterior source to use the touchscreen features. You'd probably need to revamp the software on those units touchscreen to begin with. So that it would only function when you have that particular source selected. Then you'd have to either break into those units to access the touchscreen data lines. Then you'd have to figure a way to carry that data line to your comp. If you've gotten even that far, You'd have to create the device software so that you're computer would reccognize it as a touchscreen.
So yeah it's definitly possible, but not worth it.

Originally Posted by pancit175

Ok I'll get this.
Possible, anything is possible. Probable, not very probable, It would take too much time and patience to accomplish that task. Those units are not readibly available for an exterior source to use the touchscreen features. You'd probably need to revamp the software on those units touchscreen to begin with. So that it would only function when you have that particular source selected. Then you'd have to either break into those units to access the touchscreen data lines. Then you'd have to figure a way to carry that data line to your comp. If you've gotten even that far, You'd have to create the device software so that you're computer would reccognize it as a touchscreen.
So yeah it's definitly possible, but not worth it.

The question was if it could be used as a MONITOR. Nothing was ever asked about the touchscreen.

so does anyone know? which if any head units can be used as a monitor i looked at pioneer avic-n2 and clarion vrx755vd and couldn't figure it out

The answer is yes, but the quality will be marginal AT BEST. It will most likely suck major ***.
And if you'd read the forums a little bit before posting your questions, you'll likely get your answers without having to sport your asbestos panties.

FAQ: Why do people keep telling me to SEARCH?

Originally Posted by 05evomr

if you know so much, then try to pull your head out *** and when someone like me has a question answer it or don't, but you can take your snotty attitude and shove it up your pretentious *** with whatever kind of panties you happen to be wearing. thanks for representing this forum poorly, i'm done with it

This isn't a hobby for someone who can't figure things out on their own.
installing a computer in your car is going to require you to troubleshoot the computer itself (which includes knowing all about the components themselves, their capabilities and configuration options), the car's electrical system, and the car's audio system.

Pay attention to who actually answerwed your question, n00b. Yes, I also pointed out that had you done some reading first, you'd have come across the answer to your question. If you don't like having that pointed out, then you'd better keep your asbestos panties on because you're going to get flamed by a lot.

You want respect from this forum? Then use the tools your given to get your answers. If the tools at hand don't result in an answer THEN ask.