Diagram inside - Is this correct on how to hook up power USB etc with an Opus?

**-zip-** · 10-31-2004, 01:04 AM

The 2 wires from the adapter that comes with a USB hub and the lilliput power hookup I want to confirm.

**UncleGeek** · 10-31-2004, 07:54 AM

Looks good to me. Thats how I have mine wired. Been running since April '04.

edit:
I would also recommend using an in-line fuse at least on the monitor.

**Avalerion** · 10-31-2004, 07:56 AM

Don't you have to run a ground line to the lilliput?

**JC-S60** · 10-31-2004, 08:07 AM

That would be the gray one ...

**Avalerion** · 10-31-2004, 08:09 AM

What gray one?

**-zip-** · 10-31-2004, 08:45 AM

Fuse line on Lilliput.. got it thanks for the info. 15 A fuse?

**BiohazrD** · 10-31-2004, 09:03 AM

What case are you using? Most of the Mini-ITX cases have a built in 60w PSU. If you are using one of these. I would reccomend the power supply from CarNetix. It already has output for USB and a 12v touchscreen. Plus, its cheaper, as it is simply a voltage regulator that works in conjunction with the current PSU.

**-zip-** · 10-31-2004, 11:29 AM

Thanks Bio,

I am running a Micro ATX board with a power hungry AMD processor

I dont think with my set up 60w would be enough or even a 90w. I am also waiting to see if Opus will solve the USB "always on" issue with the new PSU.

**legend5761** · 10-31-2004, 02:15 PM

So if someone could find a case with a 90W or 150W power supply, does that mean we don't need the opus? Also from the wiring diagram above how would you get power to a cd-rw/dvd-rom drive? Thanks.

**-zip-** · 10-31-2004, 02:53 PM

Hi Legend,

You need a DC-DC power supply or an Inverter. The power supply has to survive crank of the engine. Also Opus uses a regulated 12V line so it's much better for your Screen and it has an auto shut down, the ON/OFF lead is monitored to start the PC and to implement a safe shutdown procedure.

As far as the CD/DVD do you see the free molex connector in my drawing?