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Unless you have an old G4 Mini you can't. At least not in a easy way. Maybe the first Core2Solo's have analog DVI pins, but at least from 2009 and newer it is impossible.

If it is for playing movies: grab a Raspberry Pi. It is 35$, has video-out that connects directly, and can play up to fullHD movies in XBMC. Way cheaper than any adapter that does DVI/DP to composite!

And if you like to tweak: break the screen open, find the digital display cable between its controller board and the screen, and hook that directly to the Pi for perfect digital display!
 
Unless you have an old G4 Mini you can't. At least not in a easy way. Maybe the first Core2Solo's have analog DVI pins, but at least from 2009 and newer it is impossible.

If it is for playing movies: grab a Raspberry Pi. It is 35$, has video-out that connects directly, and can play up to fullHD movies in XBMC. Way cheaper than any adapter that does DVI/DP to composite!

And if you like to tweak: break the screen open, find the digital display cable between its controller board and the screen, and hook that directly to the Pi for perfect digital display!

I was thinking of using RPi for this, but unfortunately it's not available in my area :( I suppose I'll have to import it from somewhere, but anyway thanks for your help!
 
what video outputs do you have available in your mini?

if HDMI, then this: http://www.amazon.com/ViewHD-Universal-Composite-Converter-Standard/dp/B0080KN18K

Or this: http://www.amazon.com/HDMI-Composite-S-video-Converter/dp/B009EA7XIY

Or something like it https://www.google.com/webhp?hl=en#hl=en&q=hdmi+to+video+converter

If the available output is the MiniDisplayPort, you can get a MDP to HDMI or MDP to DVI, and then a DVI to Video adapter.

If your mini is 2009 and has MiniDVI, then you can get something like this MiniDVI to Video https://www.google.com/search?q=min...FJ8rNsATG0oDoBw&ved=0CC4QsAQ&biw=1373&bih=652
 
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The converters jdiaz3 listed will work, but the resolution will convert down to 480i (640x480 resolution). Ok for watching video or playing a game, but no good for any kind of text, etc.
 
The converters jdiaz3 listed will work, but the resolution will convert down to 480i (640x480 resolution). Ok for watching video or playing a game, but no good for any kind of text, etc.

Correct.... that shouldn't be a problem, since the OP's device resolution is just that. But I agree that text is out of the question.

Features: Designed with small and exquisite appearance, it is convenient to carry. 640 * 480 resolution, high definition, beautiful in colors. With AV input, it can connect with reversing camera, DVD, VCD etc. With PAL/NTSC two systems, it supports two ways of video input V1, V2. It can connect with car backing system. It can be automatically turn to display when reversing. Matched with a stand holder which has adhesive sticker in the bottom, so that you can stick it in the car. It can support multi-role display, suitable for reversing camera or reverse sensor. High quality guatantee,good durability. Specifications: Screen size: 3.5" Resolution: 640 * 480 Display format: 4:3 Power: less than 4W Power supply: DC 12V Video: 2 ways AV input reversing automatic display, AV signal automatic detection startup System: PAL/NTSC 2 systems auto switch Contrast: 350:1
 
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