zero knowledge.... 05 WRX

**mowatt15** · 06-03-2009, 02:47 AM

I have 2005 WRX.
i would like to go the route of carputer.
i know enough to get me in trouble

this is everything i would like to do:

Listen to music
Watch Movies
View/upload photos and videos
Navigation (GPS)
Sirius Radio Ready/XM Radio Ready
Composite (2-3) A/V Input
Composite (2) A/V output
Internet access

Would hope this is possible….

Boost Gauge (PSi)
Voltage Gauge(10~15V)
Temperature Gauge (Fahrenheit)
Pressure Gauge (PSI)
Exhaust Gas Temp. Gauge (Fahrenheit)
Boost control
Turbo timer display and adjustment
Throttle Controller
Engine Management
Engine tracking

i would like for it be a touch screen, usb hub, dvd drive, nice sized hd, and any nice suggestion anyone can make. very open
pretty handy as far as wiring, u give me a diagram with the needed parts i can do it.....

i was wondering:

Is a HU necessary
Waht would you estimate for cost
the exact size for my din/display

sorry if this is to noobish

**wi77iam** · 06-03-2009, 07:22 AM

There are almost 100 WRX threads in the Show Off Your Project forum. Start there, read and learn. Most of what you want to do is possible. Look in the Engine Management forum for OBDII or, better, SSM protocol.

To answer you questions,
1. HU is not necessary - I have just my carpc and amp.
2. Depends on how far you want to take it but you should be able to put together a system < $1K.
3. You have a double-DIN dash opening, which can fit a 7 inch touch screen display nicely. I believe there is a WRX kit in the mp3car store.

**mowatt15** · 06-03-2009, 10:08 PM

thank you sir!

**Flaring_Afro** · 06-03-2009, 11:16 PM

1. if the composite outputs are for touchscreens dont bother. You have to go vga or it'll be useless.

2. As far as the inputs, there are some video capture cards out there but if this is for anything like a game console its impossible - there will be too much lag to play. If it was for this just plug em into your screen.

Also, I personally went with the laptop approach because you dont have to wait for the carputer to come out of hibernate every time you start the car because it can sit in standby on its battery.

**csfile** · 06-03-2009, 11:56 PM

Originally Posted by Flaring_Afro

1. if the composite outputs are for touchscreens dont bother. You have to go vga or it'll be useless.

2. As far as the inputs, there are some video capture cards out there but if this is for anything like a game console its impossible - there will be too much lag to play. If it was for this just plug em into your screen.

Also, I personally went with the laptop approach because you dont have to wait for the carputer to come out of hibernate every time you start the car because it can sit in standby on its battery.

you can have a normal computer sit on standby...but it will be on your car battery

but I would recommend browsing through the Show Off Your Project Section (as stated before), the FAQ, and even the Worklogs to get more ideas and to see what you're getting into.