doni49

I had originally planned to use a spare tower PC that I have. But I'm considering going all in and picking up a new system designed for this. Will anything else be needed? Are these all compatible?

StreetDeck North America Software with Development tools - DVD
BASICS PLUS BEGINNER! Car Computer Package DEAL!
Lilliput 7" VGA Touchscreen 629GL-70NP
M2-ATX 160W Intelligent DC-DC PSU

P.S. This is for a 2007 Chevy Trailblazer.

MaliceNine

That beginner package you listed comes with an M1-ATX, so maybe you wont need the M2? I dont know what your plans are though.

DarquePervert

They are all compatible.
A few things that I see that you'll need:
- Installation stuff, namely power cabling. That's not too big a deal and can be purchased locally with ease. don't forget to fuse your power lines.
- A means of interfacing with your audio system in the vehicle. You made no mention of your audio system plans, so we can't offer up any suggestions for that.




Actually, it comes with an M2ATX.
Since it comes in the PC package, there is certainly no need to purchase a second one.

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doni49

Thanks guys. I knew that I'd need cabling (and other installation materials such as materials to mount the screen in the dash). My main concern was making the carPC work.

I didn't realize the M2 was included--I thought I'd have to buy one.

As to my intentions, I want to remove the factory HU that came with my TBlazer and have the carPC provide all the A/V and eventually nav and other features. I was provided a link to a device that should allow the carPC to use the BOSE speakers (I realize I'll need an amp too--never thought of it last night).

MaliceNine

If in fact it does come with a M2ATX all the better right? Not sure, but I don't want to mislead him.

DarquePervert

Y'all are looking at a different package in the store than I am.
My bad.

I'm using this link: http://store.mp3car.com/ProductDetai...26&Click=15004
Which is from the banner at the top of the page. It goes to the "Beginner Car Computer Package" in the store.


doni49, I apologize. I was looking at a different package than you. It comes with the M1ATX PSU.
However, if you want the M2ATX instead of the M1ATX, I'd talk to someone at the mp3car.com store. They have custom packages where you can mix/match parts to get exactly what you want.

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doni49

What's the diff btwn the M1 & M2?

DarquePervert

Read the specs.
The M1 is a 90w PSU. The M2 is rated for 160w.

It's all answered in this thread: http://www.mp3car.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=68636

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