Automotive Electronics

PDA GPS Navigation

Fri, 16 Nov 2007 13:10:51 -0600

Recently, Satellite Navigation systems have become an ever more important tool in the modern world, allowing users to plan their journeys, and giving businesses the ability to make better use of distribution data to boost transport efficiency. Satellite navigation gives users the ability to find out exactly where they are, and the best route to their destination in real time. This means that delivery drivers will not be able to get lost, and thanks to the fact that most GPS and Satellite navigation systems also integrate traffic information, drivers are able to avoid busy stretches of road, and make their journey time shorter. While the majority of Satellite navigation systems currently sold are stand alone models that are limited to use in a vehicle, more and more devices now have GPS integrated into them, and PDA GPS navigation via a portable computer is fast becoming the preferred way of finding your way.

Garmin PDA GPS

Fri, 16 Nov 2007 13:11:16 -0600

Over the past few years, consumer GPS systems have become more accessible than ever. Lower prices coupled with better technology means that users are now able to get access to the highest quality satellite navigation systems at a fraction of the previous cost. At the same time, manufacturers have built upon the basic technology available with Global Positioning Systems to provide useable navigation data and electronic maps. A number of leading companies have pushed back the boundaries of what is possible with sat-nav systems, and now, you can get high quality Garmin PDA GPS devices that will provide you with all the navigation information that you need.

Garmin Auto GPS

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 09:31:08 -0500

It seems nearly everyone enjoys going on long drives or taking family vacations where they get to drive to their destination. The excitement and fun factor will be at an all time high, but the one thing that would be on the mind of the person driving would be the route map. They would normally hunt down or buy a road map and chart their route. What if I told you there is something called a Global positioning system that will help you find your way and tell you exactly where you are? Wouldnt that be amazing? The Garmin auto GPS is a system through which one can easily find out their exact location on a map that will be displayed on a screen in the dashboard of the vehicle. They were the company that brought out the communication and navigation equipment that one needs to simply install in their vehicles to guide them around town or to other cities. It's kind of like having a radar system that keeps track of the vehicles movement and displays it on the small LCD screen so you know where to go.

Travel Cooler Warmers are a Great Portable Fridge!

Wed, 21 Nov 2007 09:20:39 -0600

Whether you are heading off for a weekend camping, or simply want a cooler to keep your lunch fresh during the day, a Vector travel cooler and warmer is a very handy accessory that no one should be without. Thanks to their ease of use coupled with the flexibility that they offer in terms of protecting food in transit, travel coolers are one of the most popular accessories for modern drivers, and have a wealth of uses.

OBD Scan Tools

Tue, 6 Nov 2007 13:16:00 -0600

Over the past ten years or so, vehicle engines have become ever more complex, with high technology computer management systems being installed as standard. Drivers get better fuel economy and performance from their cars, and mechanics get access to a wealth of diagnostic information that allows them to discover problems faster and more efficiently - provided that they have access to OBD scan tools that can interface with the computer that controls the engine, and download its information.

Cell Phone Repeater

Fri, 28 Dec 2007 15:47:09 -0600

If you are often on the move, and yet always need to stay in touch, even in locations where the cell phone signal is poor, then a cell phone repeater is the perfect solution for you. Intended for use in larger vehicles that are used off the beaten track such as RVs, and boats, cell phone repeaters are designed to boost the available network signal, and allow you to make and receive calls when you might otherwise be out of range of the nearest transmitter.

Car Security Alarms

Thu, 27 Dec 2007 17:21:48 -0600

Car security alarms come in a variety of forms, and offer different levels of protection for your property depending on the specific model that you choose.From basic systems that simply provide a siren if the car is broken into, through to comprehensive car security systems that include every possible protection including engine immobilisers, electronic door locks, and much more to make it very difficult for a thief to get away with your car.

Back Up Auto Sensor

Thu, 27 Dec 2007 17:03:00 -0600

The best solution for protecting your car when reversing is to install a back up auto sensor. By adding an infra red sensor to your rear bumper, you will be able to keep track of anything that is behind your car. By knowing what is hidden behind your car when you are going backwards, you will be able to avoid any accidental bumps that will cause damage to your vehicle.

GPS Auto Navigation Systems

Fri, 14 Dec 2007 11:33:22 -0600

Over the past couple of years, the cost of installing a GPS auto navigation system has fallen considerably, and as an inevitable result of this, more and more people are taking advantage of it in order to make it easier to find out where they are going, plan their journeys, and keep track of where they are.

Fluke digital multimeters

Thu, 11 Oct 2007 15:52:00 -0400

A digital multimeter or DMM is one of the most useful tools that you can have around the house. The device is designed to measure a variety of electrical matters, and is invaluable for many household and automotive repair processes.

Midtronics Battery Tester is the No Hassle Choice

Tue, 4 Dec 2007 14:12:41 -0600

In the world of car battery testers, Midtronics stands out as the manufacturer of unique and cutting edge technology for the automotive industry. Midtronics has been producing car battery testers for 20 years and continually leads the market in innovation. Their products are even required for battery warranty decisions across the nation at automotive dealers, auto shops and car battery dealers. What makes a Midtronics battery tester unique in the market is the conductance based technology that it uses in its car battery testers.

Car Battery Tester

Thu, 11 Oct 2007 15:58:25 -0400

Today's automobiles are sophisticated machines with GPS navigation, LCD screens, DVD players and iPods. However, all of these 21st century technological wonders are still at the mercy of the car battery and the automobiles electrical system. Car batteries have improved over the years but the technology is basically the same. Most of us do not even think of our car battery until our reliable car refuses to start and we are stranded in a parking lot. A modern car battery tester can evaluate trouble with your automotive battery and determine the correct course of action a technician needs to take.

Automotive Scan Tool Software

Thu, 13 Dec 2007 08:53:07 -0600

Automotive scan tools are actually small computers run by programs like all other computers. Computers themselves, when demythologized, emerge from the fog as remarkably simple devices that think in 1s and 0s. They are not that smart. The true intelligence and complexity of any machine ALWAYS lies with the program within. Red Hill Supply encourages our clients to keep this foremost in mind when purchasing automotive scan tools and software. The device you purchase is simple electronics; the automotive scan tool software that drives the device is the true servant of enterprise. When purchasing automotive scan tools and software, evaluate first the frequency with which you either personally or professionally encounter technological and mechanical change, and choose automotive scan tools with software upgrade options that will adapt an existing unit to new industry developments without requiring unit replacement with each advance in technology.

Automotive Scan Tools and Troubleshooting your Car.

Thu, 13 Dec 2007 08:51:02 -0600

Troubleshooting a vehicle should not be more trouble than it already is. Until the very recent past, a combination of intuitive guesswork, costly man-hours, and outright trial and error were the only available means for technicians to diagnose mechanical failure. The advent of computers changed this, making it possible not only to internally regulate automotive functions, but also to quickly and reliably diagnose problems with automotive scan tools that interface directly between machine and man, eliminating costly overtime and problematics in the process. Todays automotive scan tools have evolved into highly sophisticated devices that can test practically anything under the hood.By reading data from the vehicles onboard computer and sending that information directly to the technician, an automotive scan tool can reliably and quickly diagnose a problem that would have taken hours or even days to manually troubleshoot in the past.

Digital Multimeter for Automotive and Industrial applications

Mon, 3 Dec 2007 15:39:48 -0600

Digital multimeters have now become an essential tool for any mechanic or technician working with electronic equipment. Far more sophisticated than their analogue counterparts of the past, the digital multimeter has evolved into highly specialized device engineered for specific testing situations in both private and commercial arenas. Digital multimeters may be small, hand-held devices used to check electronic systems on automobiles, or they may appear as advanced bench instruments in manufacturing labs or industrial field applications. Red Hill Supply distributes digital multimeters by Fluke and carries the full spectrum of engineering designs for both commercial clients and individual end users.

Car Power Inverters! An A/C Outlet on the Road.

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 13:35:15 -0600

How Does A Power Inverter Work?

Thu, 29 Nov 2007 15:20:50 -0600

People always ask us exactly how does a power inverter work? The answer to this question often surprises our customers. Car power inverters work much more simply than mysteriously, and the learning curve required to understand them requires no more than a very basic knowledge of electricity.

Basic Electrical Tool Kit

Mon, 22 Oct 2007 22:41:15 -0400

Here is a list of some basic tools that will make up a good electrical tool kit. There are electrical tools for basic projects as well some for more ambitious ones. As always be extremely cautious when dealing with electrical wires and if you are unsure of anything it is always best to call an licensed electrician.

A brief description of a Digital Multimeter

Thu, 11 Oct 2007 16:03:54 -0400

A digital multimeter is a great diagnostic tool to have around for a variety of jobs. They can be used to diagnose and find electrical faults in automotive and home electrical circuits, appliances, electronic devices and light switches. A digital multimeter is a small handheld device with a digital display and two probes. The probes are insulated lead wires with metal tips. They are used to touch different parts of a circuit and test it. The results are displayed on the digital readout.