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  1. 03-11-2008, 09:29 PM #1
    1zzfe03
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    Newbie Question

    First of all... hello, this is my first post! I want to start gathering supplies for my first carputer project. However I have a question. I was just looking through the forums and want to install a lcd touchscreen and have it control my pc. My question is... do I need a headunit to play music through the speakers or can I run the speakers straight from the computer? Any input would be helpful.
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  2. 03-11-2008, 09:48 PM #2
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    you have 2 options
    1. use a head unit with aux-in input
    2. use an amplifier wired in between your computer and your speakers.

    your computer soundcard would not have the power to drive the speakers.
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  3. 03-12-2008, 12:14 AM #3
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    oh ok... so I would just have to get the necessary adapters to go from sound card to the amplifier, correct?
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  4. 03-12-2008, 01:52 AM #4
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    Yeah. probably an 1/8" to RCA Male Stereo adapter.
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  5. 03-12-2008, 09:42 AM #5
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    I'd recommend reading through this and any other FAQs to help answer your questions:

    http://www.mp3car.com/vbulletin/advf...iew&advfaqid=7

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    Please post on the forums! Chances are, someone else has or will have the same questions as you!
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