GPS Moving Map Project

Hi all,
I am starting a new project and thought I would give it a mention here first both to get ideas and let interested parties know about it.

I wanted a better way to use OziExplorer with my GPS than using the laptop.

My solution is based around a computer motherboard that was reviewed in this month’s Australian Personal Computer magazine (about $350 including CPU). This motherboard is very small, less that 20cm by 20cm. It has on-board audio, video, serial, network, USB, printer and this is the key it also has built in S-video port.

I plan to make a custom case just large enough to fit a laptop size hard drive, DVD drive and the motherboard. It should end up about the size of a foxtel box and fit under a seat.

The display will be a roof mounted lcd screen (such as those being sold at Strathfield car radio). The keyboard is a one-piece keyboard and mini track ball. This keyboard is very small and is cordless; I picked it up at a computer market for $50.

Because it has a DVD drive the unit will also be able to play DVD movies as well as MP3 music files. I will also be able to install a few games on it as well, depending on the size of the hard drive I use.

Audio will be piped through the Car stereo via FM tranmitter (dick smith kit).

There you have it, an in car navigation, home theatre, juke box, games system.

OK I know a bit of a geeky thing to do, but why not.

Any suggestions?
Groove