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thekl0wn · 01-31-2008, 03:43 PM

Methods of Playback
There are 3 main methods for utilizing the CarPC (TruckPC)... more info to come...

Computer >> OEM HU

This is only valid on the '95+ Chevy/GMC trucks/SUV's, that I'm aware of. That's not to say that there's not a workaround on the older radios. But what you'll be looking for is a PAC, which will take a stereo signal at line level, and convert it into whatever format your radio uses for input. The same method as your Aux CD player. The PAC's are vehicle/radio dependent.

Computer >> Aftermarket HU

Most aftermarket head units have some form of an auxillary input. I believe Pioneer's is called the "P-BUS", and I'm not sure on any of the other manufacturers. Anyway, this can accept (and in some cases control) input from many different devices (or types). I believe for the Pioneers, you can get RCA, USB, iPod, etc.

Computer as HU!

This option means you will not have any headunit, other than the PC itself! This is the option I'm working towards. CD's\Compressed Audio\AM\FM\XM\DVD\etc. are all handled directly by the PC.

01-31-2008, 03:43 PM	#10
thekl0wn Future Dirty Old Man Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: PoCo, IN Age: 27 Posts: 4,714	Re: TruckPC Guide Methods of Playback There are 3 main methods for utilizing the CarPC (TruckPC)... more info to come... Computer >> OEM HU This is only valid on the '95+ Chevy/GMC trucks/SUV's, that I'm aware of. That's not to say that there's not a workaround on the older radios. But what you'll be looking for is a PAC, which will take a stereo signal at line level, and convert it into whatever format your radio uses for input. The same method as your Aux CD player. The PAC's are vehicle/radio dependent. Computer >> Aftermarket HU Most aftermarket head units have some form of an auxillary input. I believe Pioneer's is called the "P-BUS", and I'm not sure on any of the other manufacturers. Anyway, this can accept (and in some cases control) input from many different devices (or types). I believe for the Pioneers, you can get RCA, USB, iPod, etc. Computer as HU! This option means you will not have any headunit, other than the PC itself! This is the option I'm working towards. CD's\Compressed Audio\AM\FM\XM\DVD\etc. are all handled directly by the PC. __________________ '96 2wd RCSB -- '99 4wd 4-door Tahoe Last edited by thekl0wn; 02-01-2008 at 09:02 AM.