SmokeMonster
Morden's Lackey
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- Jan 25, 2014
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I think all of these screens are 5v-12v even if they don't state it. Everyone is running them on 5v without problems at least.
Great finds Genki. Actually, S-video input is really interesting. If we can't have RGB, that is a damn-fine alternative.I got the LCD in (a week late, it was held up half way to me for a week with no explanation) and I've already taken it apart. It employs AMT630 chip to handle video conversion to LCD. According to a random datasheet I could find, it takes Four Analog Inputs: 1xCVBS+1xS‐Video or 3xCVBS Input
No RGB input (darn) but S-Video is unexpected. With 3.5" LCD I doubt anyone can really tell if it's composite or S-Video anyway. I have no idea where 4 input came from since it only listed max 3 composite. Also this explains why we get stuck with "AV1" on screen at times.
I got the LCD in (a week late, it was held up half way to me for a week with no explanation) and I've already taken it apart. It employs AMT630 chip to handle video conversion to LCD. According to a random datasheet I could find, it takes Four Analog Inputs: 1xCVBS+1xS‐Video or 3xCVBS Input
No RGB input (darn) but S-Video is unexpected. With 3.5" LCD I doubt anyone can really tell if it's composite or S-Video anyway. I have no idea where 4 input came from since it only listed max 3 composite. Also this explains why we get stuck with "AV1" on screen at times.
I just need to get some time to actually start the mod. Any idea where I could get nice front screen cover suitable for 3.5" LCD? It'd be a shame if I scratched a mint cover trying to expand the opening.
Nice. In the interests of clarity, can you post which LCD you bought?
I will have to check but I think there is more missing in the S-video circuit that what you have there. Have you tried adding S-video to a PC Engine / TG16 yet?
I would try that first get familiar with how to add that then give this a shot. The Turbo Express is usually missing more components compared to the console versions so there might be a couple more components you need to add.
And I am finally done!!! This LCD: http://www.ebay.com/itm/181529434603 worked with my Express and it doesn't have buttons installed so I didn't need to remove it to make it fit. I don't have a final lens, I just trimmed the original lens that came with the LCD panel as it's already convenient sized window with border. Just carefully traced from the original Express lens, applied double-sided tapes to the back, cleaned of anything then installed the temporary cover. It looks very nice.
It does have the annoying AV1 on power on for a few seconds.
I'll post pictures later.
EDIT: pictures!
Whole thing. I didn't do well on trimming the original lens cover so there's uneven spots but it'll keep the prints off the LCD itself.
Without flash on my camera
I bought one with every possible mod and the screen switch is there so that it doesn't drain the built-in rechargeable battery pack when the TurboGrafx-16 portion is turned off.
Looks very nice.
Did you set it up so that the screen has an on/off switch on the exterior of the Express? I bought one with every possible mod and the screen switch is there so that it doesn't drain the built-in rechargeable battery pack when the TurboGrafx-16 portion is turned off.
So, what's with the pic with all those units, are you gonna sell them or are they sold already? What's the scoop?
For some reason I can't click on pictures or view profiles, it says I don't have permission.
I have a TE and all needed parts to upgrade to the 3.5" screen, but I have a few questions. If any of you are still around that would be willing to help, would you please email me at jameskenney1@comcast.net or if someone could message bladedancer314 and ask him to message me that would be amazing.
Thank you!