Just wanted to get a quick post on the new Xenarc MDT–X7000, and my apologies for the picture quality.

First just want to say thanks to Xenarc for giving me the opportunity to have my Scion xB in their booth #6619 at CES 2007 again; and working with me on this “Toy xBox” project.

The MDT –X7000 prototype model could be the answer to a lot of issues that the majority of “carputer” peeps have and conveniences/functions that they need. I have installed several systems and my biggest issue was finding areas to but USB connections power on buttons, and all the external devices etc. The MDT –X7000 prototype has two USB ports right on the face, a PC/PWR, Menu buttons and a DVD/CD player AM/FM Radio.

Since this is a prototype and no installation manual it appears to be a straight forward install it is a single DIN unit and the connections/inputs-outputs are as follows

Power, Acc Power, Ground
Touch Screen USB connection
AM/FM antenna connection
RCA Video 1&2 inputs, Video out
Speaker Front & Rear connections for the Radio
What appear to be DVD/CD maybe even Radio outputs for front/rear/center and sub
SVGA/VGA connector and DVI connector
Remote/Power Antenna connection
Dimmer/Illumination connection
Wired Remote Connection
Wireless Remote

I think that is it but as you can see from the pic a whole $@# load of wires. My conversations with the techs at Xenarc might get designs going for a hide-away module for all the connections - I/O’s; a bonus for all those tight stereo compartments.

Before getting the MDT –X7000 Prototype I was sort of hesitant to go to a flip up because of the look etc but with all the features and room under the single din unit I could maybe do a card reader or more USB, I/O connections.

One last thought is that would be a dream dash unit added feature is a Bluetooth connection for cell phone and mic that is built in. Maybe for us Double Din cars a double din version and or a optional lower panel to fill the pocket space and provide extra I/O’s and card readers microphone etc. (just a thought for the upcoming cell phone laws in CA.)

I look forward to CES 2007 and hope you can stop by and check out the great Xenarc products and my “Toy xBox” Scion xB.

 

I am loving the wood dash
very nice

 

u might wanna post in the xB section....

 

ahhh whhaaat... flip out monitors = weeeaaakkk

you should have fabricated a monitor into your dash (I did, and I had no prior fab skills and it looks excellent!)

 

I have to disagree entirely - first off, toy_xbox is probably one of the most knowledgeable people on this site.

mad props to you dave.

I think that a) this is relevant to anyone working on a carputer, and b) whether you prefer a flip out, or a stationary, not many people have this kind of access to prototypes like this, let alone post the specs.

Thanks for the heads up dave!

 

oh, i didnt read it was a prototype...

still... it just looks cheap to me

 

Thanks

I posted it in there first, I thought that since it was Carputer monitor that peeps in the tC section might want a heads up…

LOL sorry but you might want to check out my ride first https://www.scionlife.com/forums/vie...244&highlight=
I did probably one of the first touch screen molded indash back in late 03....



Thanks for the probs and having my back, I guess I am have been out of the forums for awhile but it’s all good!!!

In the "Carputer" area this type of unit that has all these features is rare if not the first to come to market. I am not a fan of flip up monitors but would gladly like to have all these features in the dash to control my car pc.

Unfortunately I was only given the unit last Friday and a new pc to install before having to be at CES Sunday 7, so I decided to not spend the time to fabricate a custom lower level den plate and used a traditional stereo kit to get it done in time. I would much prefer not to have it go above the dash like that but time is money.

 

soooo is there a computer built in also or just a monitor/cd/dvd/etc.. and you have to supply your own pc?

 

yes, it's a carputer HU. considering the specs, and the mfr, this little baby might well be the 'brass ring' of carputer HU.

 

that sounds hot. if the price is right that will be a good buy!

when is the ETA for sales?

 

it will be interesting to see how stable the screen is... the ones that i have seen (lilliput etc) have a bit of wobble to them when you interface with the screen...