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Old 07-29-2004, 08:14 PM   #18
TommieG
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Quote: Originally Posted by Jimbuh10
okay for some reason im confused again, basically the only hardware i need to complete the carputer into my car is:

One of my Home PC's (but everything moved into a slimmer case)
LCD Display (7" Good? Touchscreen Good?)
GPS Receiver
OPUS Power Source (i don't understand what this does, what is this?)

Is this all I need to start off ?

Yes, thats basically it. (you do need some routing software for the GPS)
You could swap the OPUS for a much cheaper invertor, and use the power suppy from your old cabinet.
The Opus is a power supply with an advanced (and great) power up/shutdown controller, that powers up the system when you start your car, and shuts it down nicely when you turn off the ignition.

Tom
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