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turbokon

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Gamegear LCD replacement Group buy
« on: September 05, 2015, 06:36:51 AM »
Hey guys, I just did an atari lynx lcd replacement and the quality is amazing.  The same guy is also offering lcd's for the gamegear and unlike the board from tim worthington, its full screen for game gear.  It's lcd with driver board.  Its pretty pricy but he'll give discount for orders of 5.  It's normally $105.90 for one plus shipping.  With the group buy discount, it will be 89.18 plus shipping.

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Here are some pictures of before and after for the lynx:











http://atariage.com/forums/topic/233632-lynx-lcd-replacementvga-out-by-mcwill/page-27
« Last Edit: September 07, 2015, 06:58:12 AM by turbokon »
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Re: Gamegear LCD replacement Group buy
« Reply #1 on: September 05, 2015, 07:04:03 AM »
You have an Atari Lynx nice :D!
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Re: Gamegear LCD replacement Group buy
« Reply #2 on: September 05, 2015, 09:42:47 AM »
Holy crap!  I'm gonna have to save up for one of these.  Game gear neeeeds a better screen.
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Re: Gamegear LCD replacement Group buy
« Reply #3 on: September 05, 2015, 09:55:03 AM »
That Lynx screen can't save the paltry game selection nor other issues (like rotating it for Raiden or Klax).

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Re: Gamegear LCD replacement Group buy
« Reply #4 on: September 05, 2015, 12:51:05 PM »

That Lynx screen can't save the paltry game selection nor other issues (like rotating it for Raiden or Klax).

Still better than jag.
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Re: Gamegear LCD replacement Group buy
« Reply #5 on: September 05, 2015, 01:02:05 PM »
I just got my LCD kit from him yesterday, it was about 10 days from him somewhere in Europe to me in USA.  GG mod is a bit harder than Lynx mod because some of the parts to be removed is much smaller.

Lost 2 of the SMD transistors but aside the CFL, LCD, 2 large caps, and 2 fuses all the little parts could easily fit on a microSD.  You will need a small tip soldering iron or a decent desoldering station to remove those without damaging PCB.  The solder spots where the 2 fuses were removed needs to be cleaned and flat so the LCD mod can slide in.


Yes it plays SMS games off Everdrive GG or via SMS converter and

plays GG games without shrinking a lot like the old RGB mod.

Total time was around 2 hours with lots of distraction to TV. I could probably have done most of it in 70-90 minutes with the TV turned off.

The only mod to the GG case is to remove the screw post on the front shell. Just one.  Additional mod needed if you want to install VGA port.

Another advice: soldering wires on the original LCD connector is also challenging. I would suggest something really small like 30 wires (like kynar). I used 24 and they were a little fat and almost touching next pad.

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Re: Gamegear LCD replacement Group buy
« Reply #6 on: September 05, 2015, 01:07:52 PM »
Sweet upgrade for either system. watching videos of the two of them with the new LCD, they look damn nice.

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Re: Gamegear LCD replacement Group buy
« Reply #7 on: September 05, 2015, 03:06:10 PM »
Forgot to add McWill mod has scanline mode that can simulate old LCD look.  It can be turned on and off anytime so no need to power cycle to change mode.   Just hold all 3 buttons.

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Re: Gamegear LCD replacement Group buy
« Reply #8 on: September 05, 2015, 05:30:30 PM »
I recall the shipping being pretty pricey, I assume the group rate makes it not as bad? Put me down for one.
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Gamegear LCD replacement Group buy
« Reply #9 on: September 06, 2015, 01:10:29 AM »
I recall the shipping being pretty pricey, I assume the group rate makes it not as bad? Put me down for one.

Yep, shipping is $38.90 for one but $5.57 each for the 5 qty group buy.
« Last Edit: September 06, 2015, 01:16:35 AM by turbokon »
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Re: Gamegear LCD replacement Group buy
« Reply #10 on: September 06, 2015, 05:40:55 AM »

I just got my LCD kit from him yesterday, it was about 10 days from him somewhere in Europe to me in USA.  GG mod is a bit harder than Lynx mod because some of the parts to be removed is much smaller.

Lost 2 of the SMD transistors but aside the CFL, LCD, 2 large caps, and 2 fuses all the little parts could easily fit on a microSD.  You will need a small tip soldering iron or a decent desoldering station to remove those without damaging PCB.  The solder spots where the 2 fuses were removed needs to be cleaned and flat so the LCD mod can slide in.


Yes it plays SMS games off Everdrive GG or via SMS converter and

plays GG games without shrinking a lot like the old RGB mod.

Total time was around 2 hours with lots of distraction to TV. I could probably have done most of it in 70-90 minutes with the TV turned off.

The only mod to the GG case is to remove the screw post on the front shell. Just one.  Additional mod needed if you want to install VGA port.

Another advice: soldering wires on the original LCD connector is also challenging. I would suggest something really small like 30 wires (like kynar). I used 24 and they were a little fat and almost touching next pad.


How does the font looks with gamegear games?
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Re: Gamegear LCD replacement Group buy
« Reply #11 on: September 06, 2015, 06:27:30 AM »

That Lynx screen can't save the paltry game selection nor other issues (like rotating it for Raiden or Klax).

Still better than jag.
Well, that ain't saying much.

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Re: Gamegear LCD replacement Group buy
« Reply #12 on: September 06, 2015, 07:26:11 PM »
I am quite interested in this, but I would have to have someone do the mod for me, as I am all thumbs with this kind of stuff.   #-o

turbokon

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Re: Gamegear LCD replacement Group buy
« Reply #13 on: September 07, 2015, 03:19:12 AM »

I am quite interested in this, but I would have to have someone do the mod for me, as I am all thumbs with this kind of stuff.   #-o

Bardoly, I can do this for you.
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turbokon

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Gamegear LCD replacement Group buy
« Reply #14 on: September 07, 2015, 01:06:32 PM »
I already placed orders for the 5 group buy.  One open spot left.
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