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  1. 09-13-2006, 03:37 PM #1
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    control climate control via PC?

    simple question, not so simple answer.

    has anyone done this?

    I see two options...

    hack up the existing climate control, and use the pc to "press" the buttons via relays, etc, or replace the climate control completely, so the PC replaces it.

    now, I think the first option would be easier, BUT, are there any PC interfaces (preferably USB) that will control, ah, 17 relays?

    I am putting a large LCD screen (well, 8inch) inplace of the original headunit, and climate control, I can remove the LCD from the climate control, so its still viewable, and have the PC press the buttons.

    what do ya think?

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  2. 09-13-2006, 03:43 PM #2
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    Search. This has been done. It is possible.

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  3. 09-13-2006, 03:46 PM #3
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    yeah, searching isn't the answer my friend.
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    Quote Originally Posted by GuessWhosBack View Post
    yeah, searching isn't the answer my friend.
    No, searching isn't the answer.... But it will help you to locate it...
    Have you looked in the FAQ yet?
    How about the Wiki?


    Under normal circumstances, a signature would go here.
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    Quote Originally Posted by GuessWhosBack View Post
    yeah, searching isn't the answer my friend.
    Yes it is. Since you're too lazy, this one is free : HVAC Control on Car PC through Serial Port.
    Next time search.
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    It's simple if you have older simpler HVAC Controls

    It's much harder with modern day LCD/LED electronic screens
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  7. 09-14-2006, 01:45 AM #7
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    Quote Originally Posted by Rob Withey View Post
    Yes it is. Since you're too lazy, this one is free : HVAC Control on Car PC through Serial Port.
    Next time search.
    *clicks on "last page"*

    oh, what do you know, Mastero never actually made anything...

    wow, only took him over a year to come up with nothing this time...

    nice going there!!!
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  8. 09-14-2006, 01:59 AM #8
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    Quote Originally Posted by GuessWhosBack View Post
    *clicks on "last page"*

    oh, what do you know, Mastero never actually made anything...

    wow, only took him over a year to come up with nothing this time...

    nice going there!!!
    What are you talking about??!?! I have one of his hvac controller boards (as do many others have them installed) at my house that will be installed within the next week or so. He actually has about 5 items that he builds and sells...

    http://www.roshanindustries.com/mp3pumphouse/SHOP.HTM
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    Quote Originally Posted by GuessWhosBack View Post
    *clicks on "last page"*

    oh, what do you know, Mastero never actually made anything...

    wow, only took him over a year to come up with nothing this time...

    nice going there!!!
    Dear Noobie,

    Try clicking on the link in Mastero's sig. Since you aren't keen to searching here it is:
    http://www.roshanindustries.com/mp3pumphouse/MP-3.HTM

    Better yet, here's the direct link to where you can buy it:

    http://www.roshanindustries.com/mp3pumphouse/Aircon.htm

    Is there anything else we can do for you?

    I'm sure someone will be along soon to post up some FAQ links, and How to Search links, but I'm not an a-hole like that
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  10. 09-14-2006, 02:22 AM #10
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    wow, a device thats completely useless to me, who would have thought!!!
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