2002 Suzuki Aerio SX - Page 5

DavidIQ · 07-28-2006, 09:09 AM

So far on that same fuse there is the laptop, the amp power lead, 2 power outlets (1 with the radar detector and the other with the air freshener -> removed the air freshener), a purple neon tube, and a partridge in a pear tree.

I'm thinking it's the partridge

If it's shorting out with something it's not doing it with the radar detector unplugged. Unless the radar detector itself is what's causing the short somehow. This thing does some "extra" features besides being a radar detector so it's a possibility it doesn't agree with something on the stereo. Oh and there's no other "shady" connections. Everything is straight through to the cable where this fuse is at. Also have to mention that when the fuse was blowing it would only do so if I turned on the laptop and turned on the screen into PC mode. If I operated the stereo in just FM radio mode it would be fine

RedGTiVR6 · 07-28-2006, 09:35 AM

it sounds like your fuse isn't the propper size for what all you have on it.

You need to find out how much amperage everything pulls at max current.

Not to mention, running a single fuse on all of this isn't a smart idea either.

you really should be running a dedicated fuse to each component and a main fuse at the battery.

How big is your amp again?

You're running:

amp
screen
laptop
2 power outlets (radar and air freshner)
XM PCR
USB hubs
god knows what else you've failed to mention...

all of that on a ?? amp fuse? What size fuse is it?

no wonder.

you REALLY need to learn the bare minmum is basics before you tackle a project like this. That's just common sense.

DavidIQ · 07-28-2006, 09:49 AM

Who said anything about 60 amps? That sucker is the stock fuse rated at 15 amps

I never took into consideration the power requirements to tell you the truth. I'm not sure what to do at this point...

RedGTiVR6 · 07-28-2006, 09:55 AM

****

seriously man....15 amps...

I'm coming to the conclusion that you really are way in over you head.

I'm actually so incredibly take aback that I'm going to have to sit on this one a while so I don't rip you 2 new ones.

RedGTiVR6 · 07-28-2006, 09:57 AM

http://www.mp3car.com/vbulletin/faq-emporium/81339-faq-determining-proper-gauge-wire-fuse-size-battery-size-alternator-size.html

do your research.

you're playing with fire.

DavidIQ · 07-28-2006, 10:02 AM

Here we go again...

Like I said I don't know where to go from here...I've thought about wiring it directly to the battery bypassing the use of any of the small stock fuses but that's just dumb as well because then the laptop would be always charging and would drain the battery. Only other option would be to add a switch to all that (wire gauge is more than enough BTW up until probably the wires on the wiring harness of the stereo) but then it would require I and my wife remember to switch it off. I would probably remember but she won't...

Looking for options here...not a lecture.

RedGTiVR6 · 07-28-2006, 10:05 AM

do your research! How hard is that to understand?! There are options for laptops that do what you are talking about!

*sigh*

You DO need a lecture because apparently you're not going to get it on your own!

DavidIQ · 07-28-2006, 10:08 AM

Didn't even realize there's a whole Power Supplies forum on here

Reading through hundreds of threads now...

RedGTiVR6 · 07-28-2006, 10:09 AM

Holy ****! You Have To Be Kidding Me!

DavidIQ · 07-28-2006, 10:12 AM

I kid you not. This coming from a forum admin elsewhere

I really should practice what I preach...

Seriously...I joined here to show off my setup. Never really bothered to browse around the rest of this place.

RedGTiVR6 · 07-28-2006, 10:12 AM

there's not much of it to show off honnestly.

DavidIQ · 07-28-2006, 10:14 AM

Well aren't you a downer today

f1vlad · 07-28-2006, 10:20 AM

That's why Wiki might be useful, because some people simply don't like "forum layout" for finding info. Few years ago, I absolutely hated forum-based things, it doesn't make sense at first for stuff that is not discussion related. Anyway, glad you found there are other forums here

Do put more fuses like Jan suggested! Actually what she said you're playing with fire is literate...

RedGTiVR6 · 07-28-2006, 10:29 AM

I don't even think that for folks like this guy a Wiki would do a damn bit of good.

FAQ type items work great in a Wiki format, but this hobby is very heavily based on discussions and trial and error.

There are best practices in anything you do, this is no different.

If the guy just assumes he knows everything and doesn't even THINK to do even a lick of research before attampting something like this, there are other issues there. Be it intellegence, lazyness, ignorance, or what-have-you, there's something else there that a Wiki wouldn't help in the least.

DavidIQ · 07-28-2006, 10:46 AM

You know...there's a word for women like you. But I'll remain a gentleman and not say it.

I've read some of your other posts when it comes to inexperienced people and most borderline on offensive. You like talking down to people and making yourself seem better than them. If that's what makes you sleep better at night and feel good about yourself then I feel sorry for you. I don't think you were born knowing any of the stuff you contribute to this forum. I'm sure you had some trial and error issues just like anyone else. Just because there's someone posting here that doesn't know as much as you do about this whole carPC stuff doesn't mean you need to make them feel like idiots.

Still reading up on my options for powering the laptop... of couse I thank you for what you've recommended and I appreciate the help you've provided so far but sheesh...cut me some slack will ya.

FYI I had already disconnected as many items as I can from the accessories line so the power drain is currently only from the laptop and the amp remote lead.

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