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BreakingBad
28th June 2012, 06:56 AM
Hi all,

I have a 98 model 130 dual cab. As rearview vision is poor I want to install a lcd screen with the primary function of permanent rear view 'mirror' not just while in reverse, so I'm after some advice on lcd screens and consoles that can fit them. Secondary functions of the lcd screen would be GPS, mp3 and computer input capability for monitoring such as what haydent and alexturner are working on. http://www.aulro.com/afvb/projects-tutorials/153089-arduino-modular-engine-sensors-unit-50-a.html

Note: I don't like the combo rear view mirror and lcd screen that looks like a normal mirror.

Ideally I'd like to have the lcd screen positioned within the dash about where the tape deck normally goes - maybe to the left slightly and on the right some inputs for music or 12v power outlets. I've looked at the Raptor and Mud consoles and some small lcd screens around 3" could possibly fit but I'd prefer a touchscreen of between 5"-7".

So, apart from Raptor or Mud consoles, does anyone have any other suggestions for consoles? Oh, and suggestions for lcd screens.

By the way, I was a little impatient and I have already removed the OEM radio so the dash is practically empty.

Note: I'm happy for switches (driving lights/lockers etc) to be housed in a Mud or Raptor pod on top of the dash.

cheers

Wayne
manic
28th June 2012, 07:51 AM
i would consider a permanent 'carputer' using something like a tiny rasberry pi and run software like centrafuse which essentially gives you touch interface for gps, usb cameras, mp3, video, odb, etc etc etc.... you can customise the set up till your hearts content.

All your attached devices could run of a powered USB hub. Cameras, adruino , 3g modem, screen etc.

For USB powered screen see 'mimo'

I currently have a flip up mimo on the dash and a small netbook laptop that I attach to a USB and power port in my cubby box.. this then boots into centrafuse and attaches to all the usb devices in the car - switching screen and control to dash.

Best bit is on travels I can take the laptop out and use it away from the car on windows 7 (dual boot). Wost bit is the hassle attaching it in a busy cubby box, turning it off and on, waiting for it to boot... so I'll probably switch to a permanently installed rasberry pi style computer in future.
nugge t
28th June 2012, 11:15 AM
I have a permenantly mounted pc with 10.4" touch screen running centrafuse. Can see the details in my build thread in Members Rides. Happy to answer any questions.
haydent
30th June 2012, 07:00 AM
Afaik arduino would not be enough of a computer for all you want to do.

But could surely interface with any broader system you instal.

Also on terms of metrics and odb afaik rover users proprietary protocol that you would have to hack first...
BreakingBad
30th June 2012, 09:46 AM
Afaik arduino would not be enough of a computer for all you want to do.

But could surely interface with any broader system you instal.


I wasn't meaning the arduino do all the functions. I was thinking maybe it does engine management stuff and connects as secondary input to a touchscreen GPS that also plays mp3.

Being a 300tdi with no computer management does the following still apply?

Also on terms of metrics and odb afaik rover users proprietary protocol that you would have to hack first...
manic
30th June 2012, 09:53 AM
Afaik arduino would not be enough of a computer for all you want to do.

But could surely interface with any broader system you instal.

Also on terms of metrics and odb afaik rover users proprietary protocol that you would have to hack first...

If I was going to use an adruino to read in all my sensor inputs I'd be looking into making the adruino output OBD data over a USB or bluetooth link up... I could then plug the adruino into my 'carputer' to display the output or with bluetooth use mobile app like torque.
haydent
30th June 2012, 03:50 PM
Being a 300tdi with no computer management does the following still apply?

No, so long add you can connect into the sensors loom at some point for the signal which i'm going to do, as that will even work on a odb like a d2.

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haydent
30th June 2012, 03:54 PM
If I was going to use an adruino to read in all my sensor inputs I'd be looking into making the adruino output OBD data over a USB or bluetooth link up... I could then plug the adruino into my 'carputer' to display the output or with bluetooth use mobile app like torque.

You could do that.

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