[shreyasma]

Hi TeamBHPians,

One of my friends game to me for an install.
He has about 40 GB of songs and 100 GB of Videos. His requirements were as following:
1. He has an Amp, a USB MP3 Headunit, a set of tweeters and a set of speakers (Doesnt have a sub and doesnt need one)
2. His budget was fixed at Rs 10000
3. He needs all his songs and videos available in his car
4. Had 2 thoughts of burning the data to the disc

After a bit of searching the net and scratching my head, this is what I zero'd down on

I found this item on ebay (Attachment)

It is called the DIVX Gen and the manufacturer is Ion
The specs are as follows-

Features and Benefits :

* Multifunctional Player : Can play MPEG-4, DVD, VCD, MP3, CD music, JPEG picture on television, computer monitor or projective equipment.
* Removable hard disk , USB 2.0 interface.
* Edit Function : copy / remove / rename / delete files / folders in HDD.
* Super Capability : Can store over 100 movies or 20000 songs.
* Support multi-disk HDD partition.
* 9- picture playback function for the picture , 12 kinds of pictures playback transition effect.
* TV format : PAL / NTSC / AUTO.
* Multi - function control keys on unit and full function remote controller, easy and convenient.
* Stereo audio output.
* Portable design.
* Small size 1.2cm X 7 cms X 12cms easily fits in pocket.
* Just plug it in USB port & your laptop/ PC will show you a new Storage drive.
* No Power Supply needed with computer.
* No need to install driver or anything in WinXP.
* Works with all desktop & laptops having USB port.
* Data Transfer:- upto 480 Mbps with 2.0 USB
* O.S supporting:- Windows/ME/XP/2000/ vista & Mac/Linux
* Weight:-145 gms
* Capacity of hdd inside : 160 GB.
* Brand of hdd inside : Toshiba.
* Brand of Divxplayer : Gemini ION.
* One year full warranty from manufacturer.

System Requirement :


* Available USB 2.0 port
* Windows ME/2000/XP / vista


Package Contents :

* Divxplayer with 120 GB sata hdd storage.
* Concise User Manual
* Leather case
* USB, Audio, TV cable
* AC Adaptor
* Remote control.

The Plan:

The Plan is to transfer his audio files and video files in the Divx gen recognised format (Preferably DIVX). Then we can buy a 7' LCD and connect the DIVX Gen to the LCD through RCA. Simultaneously the Audio can go into the AUX of the HU. We can also connect the DIVX Gen to the USB port of the HU.

Price:

DIVX Gen: Rs 3000/-
7" LCD: Rs 5000/- to 6500/-

The Operation:
1. When the DIVX Gen is not powered on, it acts like a USB drive and the songs on it can be accessed at the HU.

2. When the DIVX Gen and the LCD is powered on, the HU in AUX mode, the video files on the DIVX Gen can be played.

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This is just a plan keeping his requirements in mind.
How do you this this will work
I need your comments on this.