I'm installing a computer system in my car so I can have GPS, DVD, MP3, Email access etc. and have a few questions.

Here's what I have done so far..

1) I removed the stock HU and replaced it with a Xenon touchscreen
2) Ran 8 gauge pwr from the batt to the trunk distro block
3) Connected the ground to the grounding bolt under the trunk
4) Built a Pentium 3 450 computer system for the trunk
5) Installed a false wall in the back half of the trunk to hide everything

The computer has mini plug audio outputs that I can convert to RCA which I was going to then connect to a 4 channel amp => speakers but I need to get the $$$

I was thinking that I could use the stock system. Instead of getting a new amp until I get the money together.

QUESTIONS

1) How and where do I tap into the current audio system?
2) Is there an stock amp and crossover? Where are they?
3) Can anyone suggest another way to get sound from my computer to the speakers?


Thanks alot guys.. I've been looking through the forums for weeks I hope you guys can help.. I'll post pics of the install soon.

 

Get a pac audio input adapter (it has two rca inputs on it and plugs into the back of your radio) and connect it right to the speaker output on the computer. You can then go into changer mode on the radio and hear your computer through the factory system

 

for having the balls to try this. It has been an idea I have kicked around but having the money for materials is hopeless.

I was thinking of using a shuttle pc they are nice, compact and made for lugging around. and actually take shock, bumps and vibrations fairly well.

ShuttlePC


Couple questions about your setup.

1. Are you using 12 volt power supply for the computer or an inverter.

2.Wireless capabilities, what exactly do you have in mind as far as bluetooth, wi-fi...sniffer proggie i hope
3. the xenon interface have you used it before? let me know on the progress of this man.

 

2)

There is NO stock amp or crossover.


Are you going to use the 2 midrange speakers (overhead between the sun visors) ? They act as a center channel and use their own wiring harness. Just curious.

 

okay so I'm moving right along and my carputer system is almost done. Im really excited.. I have the CPU built, and tested all the components and will install this weekend.. The Xenarc touchscreen works great.. I'll keep you posted..