Here are the updates I have recently worked on:
- Raspberry PI 2 support
- KODI 14.1
- linux kernel 3.18.7-v7 with touchscreen drivers(thanks to Chris Coat)
- radio backend fixed to support RDS RadioText and better RDS StationName
- interrupts are coming from WiringPI C library instead of Python via sockets
- new skin from Doru(new Skin Settings page)
- CarPC folder now lives in /opt/ instead of /home/pi/
- boot process schematic
- code is moving to github(https://github.com/aistodorescu)
You can install the build using one of the two tutorials:
- advanced users guide
- beginner users guide (thanks to Piero Longega)
Please don't forget about the forum for any comments.
Some screenshots:
Home screen
FM radio with RDS
Kodi Settings page
Skin Settings
Skin Settings - Buttons
Enjoy and keep your eyes on the road while driving!
Hello Andrei
ReplyDeleteI'm really like this skin. Could I use this skin with RPi B+?.
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DeleteOf course, the skin can be found on Github(https://github.com/bboyandru/skin.CarPC-touch_carbon).
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ReplyDeleteWhen I use the shutdown button on the KODI interface and tell the system to power off, the KODI GUI goes away but I am still left with the navigation screen. Is there any way I can get the system to power completely down and not to revert to this?
I am trying to SSH into the RPi from my linux desktop and it is asking for a password. I did change it to a when first starting the process as instructed but that is not working. Any reason why that might be?
The last thing is, command line, how would I access that from KODI?
Thank you
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ReplyDeleteim unable to use touch in kodi interface its working in raspbian using xinput calibration but after install of carpc the touch is not working i tried going in programs and calibrating it but no luck
on typing lsusb the egalax display is shown
any help please?
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ReplyDeleteHello, thanks for the amazing job!
ReplyDeleteJust a suggestion - would it be possible to create a plugin for video recording including preview? That would be very nice feature having in mind that Raspberry PI camera is amazing product with exellent software support.
I currently use it and it is recording in background but I would like to see video preview integrated in KODI.
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ReplyDeleteHey how can i update Kodi? I need USB Soundcard function.
ReplyDeleteHi Andrei! I loaded raspbian, but I can not download kodi. carpc image exactly work? I could not unpack separately rpi-carpc-update.tar.gz. its give me error
ReplyDeleteNecesito que me ayudes!! no puedo instalarlo!
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ReplyDeleteI'm planning on starting a similar project for my young timer soon and after reading your entire blog I have to ask you a few questions about something:
- Did you manage to get the car's FM antenna connected to the FM module or you have a separate antenna? What about the ohm rating mismatch people on pi forums talk about, do you have good reception?
- What about bluetooth handsfree? I'm looking on implementing bluetooth handsfree, pair my smartphone and answer\receive calls using the car's sound system. I still have to read and test HFP for Linux and other stuff.
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ReplyDeleteHi is it possible to just use this as a loader skin for a Android tablet.
ReplyDeleteThe reason I ask is because I'm using kodi for android on my tab and now using your skin. Luv it!
Can I substitute the navigation for an nav app of my choosing? ie: iGO, Sygic etc.
Also can I substitute the FM Radio button for a streaming radio app of my choosing too? ie: Pandora, Spotify etc.
And IMHO the power and programs buttons should be moved down at the bottom left of screen border, to free up the navigation and programs button for something else.
All in all, this is a excellent skin for kodi when using in a vehicle.
I just wish that this can be used on a tablet without having to use a Raspberry Pi2.
Thanks for this wonderful skin.
Cheers.
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Hi, I just installed carpc20150329.zip but I started navi, missing me not to start the carpc system like the pictures? :(
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ReplyDeleteI have changed the sdcard with a new one, reinstall everything and now it's ok! :)
Deleteyou tell me where download the installer? I lower my one and only start the navi, I have a raspberry 2
Deleteit does not work... i tried it several times.... could you please check, of u can install it like your tut is?
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ReplyDeleteGreat stuff your blog and the entire project seems to be built so that it is permanent in the car. I live in India where the Car burglars would like steal it the first oportunity they get! I am planning a removable build so that the Display and system can be removed and carried away with you from the car if desired. I will create a detailed sequence of the build so that anyone may follow each step and build variances wherever it is needed from their cars. I have a Mahindra XYLO- 8 seater which has a 2 DIN space available. I am starting the build with the official Pi2 7" DSI LCD screen. Below are some of the features I will add...
ReplyDelete1. Large HDMI screen at the rear for the viewers at the Back(the front screen will not display the video image during video playback.
2. A Bluetooth adapter with Hand free preferably USB based.( Any ideas on this one)
3. An external shut down mechanism for the RPi2, the Audio Amps, GPS adapter and ext hard disk.Will be building switch mode adapters for the system, one for the PI and one for the Display.
4. Slide out mechanism for the display screen.(Any ideas on this one?)
5. An external USB and Aux input on the front panel.
6. Adding a Steering wheel controller and steering wheel controls instead of rotary encoders for on-road safety
I have several questions I would be asking as the build progresses and I hope I can ask them here. If not please tell me where I may do so. Since I like your blog and the way things are presented I would like to contribute if possible.
Hey, Does it run on the Raspberry PI 2b
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ReplyDeletereally great work. will try this. but one question. is it possible to change the programms with a connected rear-cam? is the menue flexible or are only video, navigateion, radio, music, programms, shutdown possible?
ReplyDeleteanyone expierience with this?
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Hi, That CarMediaCenter will work on Orange Pi2?
ReplyDeleteWill this work with satellite (XM)radio (USA) as well? and will this eliminate the use of a separate GPS?
ReplyDeleteHi I try to put the carpc folder in opt but I get a message that I don't have permission
ReplyDeleteI did all the steps put the carpc in home/pi and install but after everything is done it reboot and it starts good but then the screen goes completely white and after ocouple of minutes kodi comes up but it crashed if I try to used the keyboard arrow to moved did any body have this problem
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DeleteI have the same issues where my screen goes white and other similar things you are describing. Did you ever manage to fix this issue?
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I did all the steps put the carpc in home/pi and install but after everything is done it reboot and it starts good but then the screen goes completely white and after ocouple of minutes kodi comes up but it crashed if I try to used the keyboard arrow to moved did any body have this problem
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ReplyDeleteFirst of all you have done a good work here, and thank you for this :)
I try to install the carpc and I always get the following errors, when it's very close to finish:
1:
sudo cp -r /home/pi/carpc/rpi-carpc-update/
cp -r /home/pi/carpc/rpi-carpc-update/
/
kodi.bin: no process found
2:
cp: cannot stat ‘/home/pi/carpc/rpi-carpc-update//home/pi/startup/loading_video.mp4’: No such file or directory
I tried it for many times, and I always get these error
Can you help me please?
Thank you!
i have the same problem but in addition to kodi.bin not being found, carpc-controller and navit also say no process found
Deletehave you been able to figure this out?
Deleterename carpc20150329 folder to carpc
DeleteI have the same problem with kodi.bin not being found, carpc-controller and navit also say no process found.
DeleteSomeone solved the problem ?
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please are you sure this work with satellite (XM)radio (USA) as well? and will this eliminate the use of a separate GPS?
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ReplyDeleteIt doesent work, i testet it with raspberry B+, raspberry2, with raspbian wheezy and jessie in two Versions the second from 2016. Its always the same Error:
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ReplyDeleteIs this working for RPI 3? Anyone?
ReplyDeleteNot for me - Can't get Weezy to work on Pi 3, and seems that there are issues in Jessie that make this in (very hopefule!) need of an upgrade to work in Jessie on Pi 3.
DeleteI'm trying to install this but when I run it I get this error:
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It would always stall at the 4 gig mark for me, until I used Firefox to download. You can go into your settings and switch the language from German to English,I thinkunder the Appearance section under Setup.
I still can't get it to see my wireless or camera. But I'm WAY new at this so that doesn't mean much.
If any of you guys can figure more of this out give us a heads up!
i got the wireless to work by going in to Raspbian and select Wireless in there enter passcode then reboot and all works fine in the Kodi CarPi
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