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Kryptonite 04-05-2006 11:44 AM

Mac Mini Car Install
 
I am considering performing the experimental and seductive mac mini (intel based w/ front row + remote) install in an '03 4.4i. It will be connected to an AVIC-D2 or AVIC-Z1 (haven't decided yet) via a Drected Electronics video switcher (MCB1000). I will be using a Carnetix P1900 power supply to provide power to the mac mini from the car battery. I may even through in a rear view camera w/ night vision. Anyone have any thoughts or comments. Im truly open for suggestions...

Kryptonite

benathon 04-05-2006 12:07 PM

Do it.

Nick@Jlevi SW 04-05-2006 12:35 PM

That'd be pretty cool. Although you may have more customizable options and flexibility with a Windows OS.

Kryptonite 04-05-2006 12:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BMWERKEN
That'd be pretty cool. Although you may have more customizable options and flexibility with a Windows OS.

Very true as i am both a PC and Mac user.... I just prefer Front Row over doing a Media Center PC for the car. The front row interface is a bit easier to use in my opinion, and it is just plain simple... (not that Media Center is complex or very hard to use; just doesn't have that simplistic "it" factor)

at4689 04-05-2006 03:14 PM

def do it sounds like a hot mod

Nick@Jlevi SW 04-05-2006 03:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kryptonite
Very true as i am both a PC and Mac user.... I just prefer Front Row over doing a Media Center PC for the car. The front row interface is a bit easier to use in my opinion, and it is just plain simple... (not that Media Center is complex or very hard to use; just doesn't have that simplistic "it" factor)

I agree, I am thinking about a home theater setup run by computer and I prefer front row.

Xtreme53 04-05-2006 04:11 PM

Mac Mini - Carputer
 
Take a look at mp3car.com for alternative Frontend Software to run a computer in a car.

Kryptonite 04-05-2006 05:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Xtreme53
Take a look at mp3car.com for alternative Frontend Software to run a computer in a car.

I've seen some of the other stuff and the experimental/beta stuff that has been created, but nothing comes close to that "oh so sweet" look/feel of Front Row....

joe2rule 04-05-2006 08:07 PM

I have a development company that is actually developing a hybrid of Media Center and TabletPC. I will post pics soon! We are going to be selling the package as part of our Product suite... check it out www.ibigllc.com

Two systems, front and back... :-)

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