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8/12/2016

To run the Batrium BMS software, and display the pack status, MR02EV has a Windows 10 computer and a computer monitor in the dash. Initially this was an Mini-pc but at about 5 Watts it was quite power hungry and would quickly flatten the AUX 12 volt battery if the DC-DC converter was not running.

I have seen several EV conversions with cheap Windows tablet computers or in-car computers, but I have always liked embedded computers, given my background in industrial automation. So was pleased when I found the Upboard.

www.up-board.org

The Upboard has an Intel x5-Z8350 quadcore 1.44Ghz processor which provides reasonable performance running Windows 10 but low power consumption.

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28/3/2017 05:27:27 pm

I wanted to thank you for this great read!! I definitely enjoying every little bit of it I have you bookmarked to check out new stuff you post.

Michael Day

I have a Degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Technology Sydney and am employed in Broadcast Television Industry. My hobby is the (continuing) modification of MR02EV. I am also the National Treasurer of the Australian Electric Vehicle Association.

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