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How do I power an Xbox 360 from my X5???
Posted: Tue Jul 19, 2011 9:56 pm
by j2d
I posted a thread a few weeks ago re powering an xbox from my X5, but im still not sure.
Has anyone done this their X5?
As the power supply unit for an xbox 360 gives out 12volts I was hoping I could ditch this and wire it direct?? So I dont have to go dwn the inverter route
Any advice would be appreciated
John
Re: How do I power an Xbox 360 from my X5???
Posted: Sun Jul 31, 2011 10:20 am
by j2d
Please someone help?????
John
Re: How do I power an Xbox 360 from my X5???
Posted: Sun Jul 31, 2011 12:56 pm
by Sanj
Don't think anyone has done it - try it. Put a fuse in-line and use a multi-meter to see what out you get.
Alternatively see if a car adaptor is out there?
That's what I did for the PS2 install.
Re: How do I power an Xbox 360 from my X5???
Posted: Sun Jul 31, 2011 7:50 pm
by j2d
Ok i'll give it a go, just worried abt damaging the xbox!
As far as the adapter is concerned, I cant find a 12v adapter, i think the ps2 is 5 volts
John
Re: How do I power an Xbox 360 from my X5???
Posted: Sun Jul 31, 2011 7:53 pm
by Sanj
Use a volt/multi-meter - make sure what you get out of the mains is similar to what you get when you cut the plug off!
A fuse in-line with the power, when you put it in the car will help prevent damage to the PS3.
Re: How do I power an Xbox 360 from my X5???
Posted: Sun Jul 31, 2011 8:33 pm
by j2d
Finally, I think I have found what i'm looking for!!!!
The Xbox 360 PSU 203W 203W/12V = 17A
http://shop.conrad-uk.com/batteries-pow ... 11720.html
What do you think?
All I need now is a switch live in the boot that comes on with the ignition that can take an additional 17A, any ideas?
John
Re: How do I power an Xbox 360 from my X5???
Posted: Sun Jul 31, 2011 8:41 pm
by j2d
Ignore that, see it was 20A, got all excited and didnt look at the power or current output!