hello, I was wondering what kind of case that is you have on your the 2.0 version..looks pretty cool..can you post more pics of the old and new one in the console?

Thanks!
03blue350z

 

Looks like a casetronics C137 with some neon inside.
http://www.casetronic.com/
The C137 is missing front access ports though (audio/usb/firewire)!
You can buy the parts of these at:
http://www.caseoutlet.com/Accessory/frontmodule.htm

You can find many cool case reviews at http://www.mini-itx.com.

What do you want a picture of in Chazz's console?

Pv

 

I really have no idea what I was asking about when I was saying the one in the console..lol I guess I meant more pictures of the computer in the glovebox....I am trying to figure out how much space is actually going to still be usable.

03blue350z

 

Here is a pic of the V1.0 in my Glove box with other stuff in it as well, like DVDs the owners Manual and CDRWs

 

I saw one pic where you had a dvd in the mailbox slot...how did you do that? what kind of drive did you use? I am trying to learn all this stuff..seems kinda cool..I work at a PC shop and the guy I work for was looking in to PC cars and came across the Z PC...since I have a Z he thought I should take a look at it...thanks for your replies chazzg

 

I use a USB 2.0 External DVD-ROM drive in the mailbox slot. I sell it as an Option

 

one last question...what kind of powersupply do you use? I know the ad states a 'smart' powersupply..but what brand/who makes it..and how many watts is it? do you use a converter to make the right kind of power?

 

Now you want to know the Secret of my Success?? I have a supplier that also does Military Contracts. It is a patented Power supply in 150W and 90W. It is Designed specify for in car use. with Ignition Startup and Shutdown, Low voltage detector, and other features as well

 

There is nothing secret or patented (by Chazz) about the power supply that Chazz uses for his CarPC.
I would guess that well over 3/4 of everyone that has an In Car PC uses this power supply.
It is an Opus Power Supply.
http://www.opussolutions.com/
They have both 90W and 150W power supplies.
The 90W should be more than enough for an ITX setup.

Chazz thinks there is something about his CarPC that is patentable, that is why he is trying to be so secretive.
Other that his software, there is nothing in his solution that is unique from any of the other hundreds of CarPCs out there.
The fact that his CarPC is in a 350Z does not make it patentable.
Go to http://www.mp3car.com if you want more info about InCarPCs from people that are willing to freely disclose the information.
My CarPC can be seen there (http://www.mp3car.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=15854) as well as at my site: http://www.swooby.com/z/navpc/

Pv

 

I have been watching your website..great site too..very informative..is the 350z 12v or 24v? I am figuring 12v but want to be sure so I dont fry my creation lol. Would a crappy regular 5.6inch Mobile TV (Mobile TV is a brand of screen) work with the computer also? It doesnt have usb..it has a weird hook up.

Thanks!
03blue350z

 

The Z is 12V, 14V when the engine is running.
IMHO: Anything less than 7" VGA is useless in a car.

This is Chazz's thread, and it would be rude to hijack it with another discussion.
Please post any general questions you have about CarPCs to http://www.mp3car.com, or email me.
Thanks!

Pv

 

you have mail....thanks for all the info chazzg and everyone else

 

... What's a 'Mailbox Slot' ?

 

the small slot behind your headrest that fits mail envelopes cd cases etc

 

Thats a really nice install there Ricky!!

Glad to see you are enjoying it.

 

What does this sytem cost? I have the Touring with out Nav. Can you email me. Im in Nebraska, so who could install here. Sorry if these questions are old news. This is also my third attempt to add a pic of my Z. I cant seem to get it to load??

 

3k for everything he is offering..top of the line everything...less for a slower version...if you know what your doing it seems you can do it for less than 1k...

03blue350z

 

The 600MHz base system is $800 with no screen or NAV. it Comes with 256MB ram and a 20g Hard drive, internal DVD-ROM Drive. The Standard Screen I sell is $450. It is a 7" single input VGA screen. I have 4 types of NAV software and receivers, Starting at $99 and going up to $375. The only 2 that have Voice Function are the Street Atlas($160) and the CoPilot($375)

The Mid unit is a 900MHz, 512MB Ram and a 40G Hard Drive, Internal DVD-rom. and come with the Single Input 7" VGA screen, Street Atlas 2004,GPS receiver, USB Keyboard, RF remote(mouse),Fm Modulator,and all Cables Need. The Mid Unit also has the option of an External USB 2.0 DVD or DVD/CDRW Comb Drive.( prices start at $2,399.00)

The HI-end unit is a 1000MHz, 512MB Ram and a 60G Hard Drive, Internal DVD-rom. and come with the Single Input 7" VGA screen or optional touch Screen, Copilot 2003,GPS receiver, Back lit USB Keyboard, RF remote(mouse),Fm Modulatior,and all Cables Need. The HI-End Unit also has the option of an External USB 2.0 DVD or DVD/CDRW Comb Drive.(prices Start at $3,000.00)

The Base unit is a "Build you own" type system and can be Upgraded to 900MHz. The Mid and Hi end Units are turn key all in one units.

all units come with the 350ZInterface, full Illustrated Instructions. and an optional Talking AI interface http://www.taylormacintosh.com/amanda.htm


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