Hopfotch wrote:
>
> boo. i was wondering if anyone had any links, ideas, input, or personal
> experiences with building a computer into a car. i'm thinking of a
> name/address storing system with enough power to run a Mapsco database, maybe
> play MP3s and whatever else i can come up with it to do. Pentium 200ish,
> probably. windows, unix, who cares - the part i am sketchiest on is the power
> pull. i don't know how wise it is to put a computer on a 12-15V car battery
> without something nice and malleable in between to take the extra juice.
> anyway, anyone have anything? thanks.
>
> scott lee (ixoye)
The power's easy, just get your hands on a DC-DC converter (preferably
an isolated one so you don't blow up your hardware when you recharge the
battery, etc.)
Check out:
PowerTrends: http://www.powertrends.com/
Datel: http://www.datel.com/
-Paul
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