Section 2.1. Hacks 1222: Introduction

2.1. Hacks 1222: Introduction

Audio entertainment has long been the steadfast companion of the driver. Since the first tube radios were introduced, the latest audio technologies have always found their way into vehiclesand the recent success of subscription satellite radio and portable music players shows that people will adopt almost any new technology that satisfies their need for audio choices.

This chapter focuses on ways to get the latest audio-entertainment technologies into your car, whether it was originally equipped for them or not. While auto manufacturers are slowly seeing the light on satellite radio and MP3, it may be a while longer before they begin equipping vehicles for general purpose computers, MP3 players, and portable hard drives. Still, with some basic understanding of your car's audio system and a few simple tools, you can hack the latest audio technology into your vehicle's sound system.