tl_yogi

Csmeance,

feel free to pm and we can talk about the setup

thanks,

yogi

sandiegodrive

I'm so doing this mod

csmeance

can't PM you yet, you need more posts...

csmeance

PM me if you need any help, and this offer is extended to other members as well

sandiegodrive

^^^ Thanks

hsetty

met152,
iI was wondering if you could post an updated price list. Prices have definitely come down and I am sure components have changed since your installation last January. Have you kept up with the latest components and or prices? I have been trying to send you a private message but unfortunately I am still unable to do so. Can you send me an e-mail, I am very interested in your set up and have been in discussion with ITL to see if this can happen. Let me know, thanks.

HS
hsetty@triad.rr.com

csmeance

well, the prices depend on what you want. If you want the pc pre-assembled and ready to go, PM me as I have everything and waiting for it to go. Only components that I can see that might have been changed is the PC itself for something with higher processing power.

tl_yogi

Hi Csmenace,

i cant PM you either... do u low posts.... can u please provide ur email id

tl_yogi

Hi Datmrman,

Can i please see your install.. i would definitely like to do it on mine.. I am in Sd too.. is it possible for me to seee it.. pease .. i am new to this.. so please elp.
thanks,
yogi

csmeance

pretty simple email csmeance@yahoo.com ...... email me and we can chat, and my offer is still up for both things

sandiegodrive

tl-yogi head over to the San Diego thread by clicking my sig below \/

kookiemonster412

Met, thanx for the great setup! However, I have been reading this over and over ( perhaps im not reading it right), but i am very confused on how to get a video signal with the scan converter. where would you tap and run the wire from the Navi to the Scan Converter?. Is there a diagram or pointer you can give me to complete this Mod? Everything else I can understand very clear, but except for that.

Thanx

csmeance

the scan converter taps into the RGB wires in the car for the navi.

euton_l

I have a scan do that I brought in Jan. 07. Thinking I was going to setup a carpc, but got wife pregnant again. . So If anyone interested let me know. Thanks for all the help Met. BTW I was going to hook it up to this http://www.raondigital.com/fnt_english/ev01.asp

DarkTLRider

awesome job best CarPC i seen , any plan on doing any DIY for your project having a bit problem finding all the link on how to tab into Nav screen from the RGB. I think other people is having the same issue, sorry for being a noobie and more update pic pls =)

boot

Met, I jumped to the end of this thread so please forgive me if you have already done this. A slingbox would enable you to watch live tv through your dun connection and on nights and weeekends should be free......great set up.....

ashtray

Is it picking up anywhere else?

Here's an update that I think would benefit everyone's Honda/Acura CarPC. It's not new, but I haven't seen it in the entire thread:
http://car2pc.com/

Car2PC has an interface that allows you to control your CarPc from your OEM stereo buttons on the dash an on your steering wheel. They have a video on their site. This seems like a better option than the other audio inputs and definitely better than any stinkin' old FM modulator.

I'm looking for a Scan Do 800 but are there any other scan converters that will meet our needs for this type of install? From earlier in the thread, we would want one thats powered from USB/PS2 or has a 5Vdc power requirement. You also need it to output RGBS. Met asked the question earlier whether there was a diff between RGB and RGBS; anyone know?

I've got a 2003 Honda Accord with OEM NAVI/XM and I'm determined to figure out the pinouts so that I can control the CarPc via touchscreen. fpena06 posted many pics of his unit on a previous page and I've got the same deal. Does anyone have the wiring diagram of the Honda OEM Navi or know where I can get one.

Many thanks to Met152 and all others that have contributed to this thread. I am absorbed and now have trouble sleeping. Please do not let it die so soon.

ashtray

Hey Euton_l, If you still have your Scan Do, how much you want for it? Tried to PM you but I'm disabled in that capacity.

fpena

If you're interested i have one that i bought but never used. i'll sell it for what i got it for $100+shipping these are hard to find.

elproducto

I asked a while back if this could be done on a 2G TL and was told to get some pics. Here they are

https://acurazine.com/forums/car-parts-sale-361/fs-navi-screen-dvd-brain-2nd-gen-cl-tl-383060/

csmeance

you need pictures of the internals of the screen to see if there is a touch-screen wire that we can tap into using the same method as met152.

tonymontana

im doing the same mod right now but im not using a scan converter im using a 15Hz gpu (ultimarc) and my road runner program doesn't cover the whole screen. road runner program is offset to the right of the screen.

05niceride

Hey nicely done, can you like step by step info and all the parts i need and, also were i can get them.
email: mycars192@gmail.com
thanks so much

csmeance

you will need that program that controls the video card, I think it was called powerstrip or something of the nature.

tonymontana

The windows screen is fine its just the roadrunner. My resolution is set at 700x460. Road runner program is offset to the right of the screen and the bottom is missing too. My screen is flinking to but today im going to ground the vga pinout and see what happens. But the roadrunner is pissing me off. I can't set my screen at 800x600 because the oem screen can't handle it!For

csmeance

try going down to 640 x 480, how do you have the video hooked up? Scan converter or dom;s?

IBFStyles

Hey Met quick question bro. I'm doing this at home right now I bought all the pinouts I just need to wire everything although I have one slight concern. How did you integrate the Touchscreen Drivers into windows? Was it plug and play or did you need to go through a procedure to install them...

csmeance

did you buy the 4 wire resistive controller, the same one met152 and I bought? If so there's a file on the buying site that has the software for it. Also be careful wiring the pin-outs!

IBFStyles

I should be ok wiring altogether. I have access to mitchell and alldata wiring diagrams for the navigation system. Anything specific that you might want to warn me about? ^^ And I see the resistive controller now I'll purchase that, trying to find a sturdy module since my trunk will probably tear anything apart if it's not tough.

Edit: Also my navigation screen has 5 wires for the touch screen...

jarrd

I did this project about a year and a half ago and truly haven't touched it since. I was disapointed in the video quality. Ive been thinking of ways to overcome this obstical and I think that the best solution is to replace the stock lcd with a vga screen, all the while still retaining the stock navigation. I think this guy might have a good start. http://www.mp3car.com/vbulletin/lcd-...-acura-tl.html
I would be looking for a way to:
1) replace stock lcd screen with a screen with 2 inputs, a vga (computer) and rgbs (stock nav).
2) retain stock navigation functionality
3) retain stock touchscreen functionality
anyone with any ideas, I'm open to suggestions. I would like to revive this project.
I think I would need the wiring diagram for the navigation unit and the control screen, anyone have these?

csmeance

what? 5 wires, I need a photo of this since the FFC wire is only 4 positions in the TL.

Use little soldering when connecting together the connectors and esp the 4 wires to the relay. This can cause a resistance change and screw up the voltages from the navi-screen.

hornyleprechaun

For those interested in carputers you need to check out Centrafuse as your front-end software. It is a lot better than RoadRunner IMO. The only downside is that it costs $.

http://www.fluxmedia.net/

And http://www.mp3car.com/vbulletin/ for any carputer problems/questions/information.

kplenge19

I am looking into try this out on my tsx

wrxyboy

iTrader: (2)

ok so this is the system i just recently purchased. How bad will the picture quality be if i go from s-video to your standard yellow analog video. Is it worth it to purchase the scan do. I am also looking for a link to where he found all the parts to make his 4pdt. Thanks

Specifications:

Processor ATOM 330 1.6GHz Dual Core 8 Watt CPU with 1Mb L2 cache 533MHz FSB
Graphics Intel GMA 950
Hard drive Seagate 7200rpm 120gigs
Chipsets Intel 945GC Northbridge ICH7 South bridge
Audio Realtek ALC662 High Definition audio codec + Composite/RCA Line Outputs
USB 6x USB 2.0
LAN 1x 10/100/1000 Mbps
BIOS Intel BIOS 4mb flash memory
Rear Panel I/O 2x Ps2 for mouse and keyboard
1x VGA
1x 7 pin S-Video
1x 10/100/1000 LAN
1x RS 232 COM
1x Parallel Port
6x USB 2.0 ports
3x Audio: Line in, Line out, and Mic in
Composite/RCA Line Outputs
Monitoring and Management Power Management (Supports S3 standby)
Fan Speed Control
Wake on USB
Wake on PCI
Wake on LAN
Wake on Keyboard
Wake on Mouse
Memory/RAM 2Gb PC5300/667MHz more info
M2-ATX Smart Power Supply: Connects directly to the battery,
Voltage regulation,
Automatic Start-up more info
Built-in Bluetooth-Exclusive Feature Internal V1.1/1.2 Vista Compatible,
50m/150' Range
one year manufacturer's warranty

wrxyboy

iTrader: (2)

nevermind i found the website. If anyone is interested it is http://www.digikey.com/

wrxyboy

iTrader: (2)

what is the most used front? Also why, was it easy to use or does it support your project. I just cant make up my mind since there are like 10+. Thanks

yungwunn911

does the TSX use the same screen as TL? I hope so!!

flappy188

met can you install this for me, i live like a half hour from you, i will pay you good!!

Majofo

Nice job!.. I must say though.. that antiquated rustic toggle switch is not doing anything for the car.. lol.. watch out for spilled coffee. I would have opted for a blue illuminated rocker switch.. the plus side would be illuminated cup well..

yngmacc3

Yo - I gotta make this a reality - i have an 07 TL what can you do to help me make this dream a reality -