i put together a neat (IMO) little display case for my scale die cast toy Jeep Wrangler Unlimited (JKU) … continue reading ⇨
design & style , hobbies & interests June 4, 2024
tagged: craft , design , graphic design , graphics , Jeep , maker , DIY , Jeep Wrangler , Jeep Wrangler Unlimited , JK , JKU , Rubicon , toy , die cast , model car , scale model , die cast toy car , display case , layout , blueprint , glue , overland , contact cement , 3m glue , shadow box , frame , matte , glass case , felt , car display case , schematic , line drawing , jeep line drawing , hotwheels , hot-wheels , hotwheels car , display , shadowbox
in the last post about APRS i explained why i was interested, where the Mobilinkd bluetooth TNC fit in, and how to get the basic radio/TNC/tablet setup working.
as promised, i’m following up now that i’ve gotten everything in its final configuration for backcountry use. this post will cover installing the Mobilinkd in a vehicle … continue reading ⇨
hardware , adventures & outdoors September 21, 2014
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i’ve been running an Android tablet in my Jeep for navigation and entertainment now for a while. it’s removable but always goes with me as it’s even replaced my stereo. i had been curious how i could integrate the tablet and ham radio but not made it a priority.
recently a couple of things spurred me on. first, i ran across the Mobilinkd bluetooth TNC project and it looked like it might be exactly the hardware i needed for an affordable price … continue reading ⇨
hardware , adventures & outdoors September 12, 2014
tagged: bluetooth , carpc , carputer , geeky , hardware , howto , Jeep , linux , radio , review , software , data , Tablet , Android Tablet , Google Android , how-to , integrated , offroad , off-road , outdoors , vehicle computer , 4x4 , Jeep Grand Cherokee , hobbies & interests , Windows , open source , application , ham , ham radio , ham rig , Kenwood , TM-V71A , TM-V71 , RC-D710 , D710 , V71A , Kenwood TM-V71A , Kenwood RC-D710 , APRS , Automatic Packet Reporting System , Automatic Position Reporting System , GPS , Global Positioning System , beacon , beaconing , SmartBeaconing , coords , coordinates , location , location reporting , location beacon , aprs.fi , APRS-IS , passcode , call sign , callsign , FCC , Kenwood rig , Kenwood HAM radio , Windows Tablet , modem , TNC , Terminal Node Controller , AX.25 , packet , packet radio , internet , IP , internet packet , X.25 , Mobilinkd , Mobilinkd TNC , Mobilinkd Bluetooth TNC , SPOT , SPOT satellite messenger , AvMap , Geosat , AvMap Geosat , 4x4Ham , 4x4Ham.com , Offroad Passport , offroadpassport.com , dual band , dual-bander , integrated TNC , cable , mini-din , mini-din cable , TRRS , TRRS plug , TRRS connector , ferrite bead , comms , communications , voice , APRS data , firmware , Google Play Store , app , apps , TinyTrak , Byonics , Byonics TinyTrak , OpenTracker , Ardent Data Systems , band plan , VHF , frequency , simplex , iGate , digipeat , repeater , 144.39 , 144.390 , 144.39 MHz , 144.390 MHz , packet simplex , band , Kenwood APRS , APRSdroid , APRSdroid app , smartphone , Android Phone , Windows Phone , amateur radio , amateur , PTT , config , configuration , setup , set-up , product review , 3d printing , 3d printed , aprsjeep , software development
with a working Android tablet based carputer now in place (mp3car worklog here…), i turned to a completely superfluous project – a fully integrated rear-screen projection system for watching movies around camp. why? well why not! i do these type of projects simply because i enjoy fabricating and hacking on things. i do expect to use the system …
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software , hardware , adventures & outdoors , hobbies & interests June 20, 2014
tagged: automation , car , car-pc , car-puter , carpc , carputer , craft , custom , design , electronics , experiment , hack , hacking , hardware , hobby , Jeep , technology , usb , Motorola Xoom , Xoom , Android , Tablet , Android Tablet , pub-hsl , Verizon , projector , rear screen projector , projection , Optoma , PK320 , LED , LED projector , screen , movie , movies , video , integrated , offroad , off-road , camp , camping , outdoors , glamping , usb drive , flash drive , HDMI , mp4 , videos , projection system , vehicle computer , Optoma PK320 , vehicle projector , carputer projector , expedition camping , expedition glamping , 4x4 , Jeep Grand Cherokee , Jeep WJ , Grand Cherokee 4.7L , H.O. rear-screen projection , projector screen , 12V , 12 volts , 12 volt , auxiliary , campfires , DLP , LED DLP , DLP Projector , custom bracket , modular , micro HDMI , lumen , 100 lumens , lumens , RV , mechanical , auto , automotive , car projector , surround sound , wide-screen , widescreen , TV , television , Hulu , Hulu Plus , Netflix , Amazon Prime , Amazon Prime Videos , streaming , streaming movies , 4G streaming , 4G movies , Verizon Wireless , audio , audio system , factory audio , factory amp , amplifier , speaker , speakers , refurb , refurbished , Woot , project design
the maker/DIY trend isn’t about Arduinos or 3D printers. it’s not about laser cutters and hackerspaces. it’s about creating instead of just consuming.
you don’t have to be an artist or a scientist. many makers/hackers have both strong left and right brain tendencies. you also don’t need to know how to write code or operate a …
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hobbies & interests , completely random April 26, 2013
tagged: car , consumer , craft , creative , custom , experiment , geeky , hack , hacking , hobby , howto , Jeep , mod , stuff i like , technology , pub-hsl , maker , DIY , do it yourself , maker revolution , making , tools , project , rant , hacker , youtube , projects , anecdote , hacker mentality , maker mentality , creator , knowledge , thirst for knowledge , take things apart , laser cutter , CNC , modify , modifying , modify the world , customize , customizing , opportunity , camera , camera pouch , quick hack
