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Re: In Car Video/PC's


  • To: ukha_d@xxxxxxx
  • Subject: Re: In Car Video/PC's
  • From: "keyvan2r" <keyvan@xxxxxxx>
  • Date: Sun, 23 Nov 2003 00:34:29 -0000
  • Mailing-list: list ukha_d@xxxxxxx; contact ukha_d-owner@xxxxxxx
  • Reply-to: ukha_d@xxxxxxx

All manufactures who fit displays for tv, video, games where the
screen is visible to the driver have to build an motion detection
cutoff for the screen, so no video is displayed when the car is in
motion.
This is the case for both cars I have used with built-in TV/DVD - a
Ranger Rover and 7 series BMW.
Phil is right, the police will prosecute for this offence, it can be
bad too - driving without due care, 3 points I think!!

--- In ukha_d@xxxxxxx, "Phil Harris" <phil@a...> wrote:
>
> > Im looking to fit get video playback into the car (tired off
> > sitting on the
> > M1 everyday), and wondered whats the best option.
> >
> > A basic DVD player setup off the shelf etc, or is it worth going
the extra
> > mile and installing
> > a PC - i.e. a mini itx.  Do laptop style harddrives cope with
the temp
> > changes and vibrations
> > and are the touchscreens usable enough.
> >
> > If i can id like the PC to play MP3's, videos, maybe basic
internet access
> > via GSM modem
> > and possibly act as a handsfree car kit?
> >
> > Anyone got any general tips, advice, experience and links to
share
> >
> > Thanks alot
>
> Be aware that it is illegal for the driver of a vehicle to be able
to see
> any display showing moving video material whilst a vehicle is in
motion and
> the Police are pretty bloody keen on enforcing this one!!!!
>
> Phil



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