McWill Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 Hmm, I can't do much right now, but would you be open to doing more later? Around Summer time? Perhaps, I don't know. The most orders are done in december 2014. If the people still make orders, a second run makes sence. But if just 10 or 20 orders will come next months, it is impossible. Because of the high production costs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McWill Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 But wait, you told a friend of mine he will still have a chance in a few months. So do you plan a second run? Wouldn't want him to miss out.^^ I try to leave 2 or 3 on stock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thorax Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 @mcwill i guess there will be a lot more orders if the first posts about your screens will be on several websites/forum/facebook groups. I'd write a short message to scorp.ius from circuit-board.de. He'd shurely make a retro-snippet and has many followers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmetal88 Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 I really need something like this. I don't play my Lynx that much due to the poor quality of the LCD and the fact that I have a stuck pixel. I'll send you a PM to ask about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbojerry Posted January 17, 2015 Share Posted January 17, 2015 Perhaps, I don't know. The most orders are done in december 2014. If the people still make orders, a second run makes sence. But if just 10 or 20 orders will come next months, it is impossible. Because of the high production costs. Hello everyone ! I'm new to this forum. I'm usually into automotive mods but I mod video game consoles for fun also which brings me here. Mcwill I'm trying to order a kit from you so I can mod my Lynx 2 since Dec 14 2014. I don't know if your sending orders to the US yet since I'm in California. I hope you didn't forget about me ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KevinMos3 Posted January 18, 2015 Share Posted January 18, 2015 I definitely want this. Been waiting on one of these to be available. Hope I haven't already missed it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McWill Posted January 20, 2015 Share Posted January 20, 2015 @mcwill i guess there will be a lot more orders if the first posts about your screens will be on several websites/forum/facebook groups. I'd write a short message to scorp.ius from circuit-board.de. He'd shurely make a retro-snippet and has many followers. Thank you very much! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McWill Posted January 20, 2015 Share Posted January 20, 2015 But wait, you told a friend of mine he will still have a chance in a few months. So do you plan a second run? Wouldn't want him to miss out.^^ Today, a few kits are available. But the next boards in production, cause of the new orders. If the last one is sold, you just have to wait 2-3 weeks. So the boards are available for your friend in a few months. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Loguidice Posted January 20, 2015 Share Posted January 20, 2015 (edited) PM sent to purchase or be put on a list to purchase a Lynx with modded screen. This would go great sitting next to my modded Nomad and Turbo Express! Edited January 20, 2015 by Bill Loguidice 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
im_reg Posted January 20, 2015 Share Posted January 20, 2015 Second run would most certainly sell out. I'd happily buy one if you decide to do a second run. Happily pre-pay too so you're not cut short on buying in the materials. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thorax Posted January 20, 2015 Share Posted January 20, 2015 (edited) I received the new LCD today. Looks awesome! I'm currently trying to add rechargable LiIon-Cells to my Lynx. Chargable with USB Edited January 20, 2015 by thorax 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
masematte Posted January 22, 2015 Share Posted January 22, 2015 Today i was able to tested my lymx-mod, and ita amazing , very good job thx McWill 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RupanIII Posted January 22, 2015 Share Posted January 22, 2015 I received the new LCD today. Looks awesome! I'm currently trying to add rechargable LiIon-Cells to my Lynx. Chargable with USB Thorax, are you well versed in this or experimenting? I'd look up the Nomad battery mod for some reference tips, though you'd be adding a new internal port. Maybe your just way better off with rechargeable batteries in this case though sir. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
venom4728a Posted January 22, 2015 Share Posted January 22, 2015 (edited) Cannot wait for mine to arrive. Edited January 22, 2015 by venom4728a Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rygar Posted January 23, 2015 Share Posted January 23, 2015 Just playing all the night with this wonderful mod. This is amazing !This is a new life for the lynx ! Playing with this beautiful screen is just fabulous ! Congratulation McWill, If you were in front of me I'll make you a big kiss ! :lust: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thorax Posted January 23, 2015 Share Posted January 23, 2015 Thorax, are you well versed in this or experimenting? I'd look up the Nomad battery mod for some reference tips, though you'd be adding a new internal port. Maybe your just way better off with rechargeable batteries in this case though sir. I think i do know what I'm doing. I just experimented with the step-up-converter to check if there's any interference with the Lynx. Turns out it works fine. I added two 18650 Li-Ion cells in parallel, undervoltage protection and a USB-charger. I'm not sure about the runtime yet, but i played for about 3 hours and had no problems. If the step-up was 100% efficient, the Lynx would run for about 8.6 hours. If the efficiency of the step-up is at about 75% I'd still have about 6.5 hours runtime 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jvas Posted January 23, 2015 Share Posted January 23, 2015 Just to say thank you. Just installed the new LCD panel: Crystal clear screen, high contrast. Super! They had to move! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guitari Posted January 23, 2015 Share Posted January 23, 2015 I'm actually quite intrigued about those components, what they are and why theyre not essential with this mod.. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guitari Posted January 24, 2015 Share Posted January 24, 2015 Clearly we need to harness McWill's talents - next challenge, a new LCD screen for the Lynx 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Radfoo Posted January 24, 2015 Share Posted January 24, 2015 (edited) Fitted the LCD replacement to a broken Lynx I have today, now works great and display is wonderful, so much nicer than the original one. Have fitted the VGA connector but not had chance to play on a big screen yet. The circuit board seem well made, lot nicer than those early pics McWill posted. Very minor quibble but would have been nice to have some kind of brightness adjustment, if playing in a dark room it could go a bit lower. Also might see if I can find a differnt VGA connector thats black as the white one stands out a little. Probably order another one now :-) Edited January 24, 2015 by Radfoo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisWR Posted January 24, 2015 Share Posted January 24, 2015 I apologize for the poor quality and it is only in German Video I apologize for the poor quality and it is only in German .ir 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gilsaluki Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 I would love to have this upgrade, but soldering is not necessarily my strong suit. How much is the mod kit? How to get one? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thorax Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 I'm actually quite intrigued about those components, what they are and why theyre not essential with this mod.. It's essentially a royer osciallator or CCFL inverter which converts low DC as provided by batteries to high AC, as needed for the old lynx backlight. The new LCD does use LEDs, which only need low DC, so the inverter is no longer useful. The overall current consumption goes down, if these unnecessary parts are removed, so battery runtime goes up Clearly we need to harness McWill's talents - next challenge, a new LCD screen for the Lynx 1 I guess he's to busy to answer right now, but i think this will indeed be his next project. Fitted the LCD replacement to a broken Lynx I have today, now works great and display is wonderful, so much nicer than the original one. Have fitted the VGA connector but not had chance to play on a big screen yet. The circuit board seem well made, lot nicer than those early pics McWill posted. Very minor quibble but would have been nice to have some kind of brightness adjustment, if playing in a dark room it could go a bit lower. Also might see if I can find a differnt VGA connector thats black as the white one stands out a little. Probably order another one now :-) I used a ASSMANN A-HDS 15 LL/Z VGA Connector which has black plastic. I would love to have this upgrade, but soldering is not necessarily my strong suit. How much is the mod kit? How to get one? You can get one right from McWill by writing an Email to: order-lynx-lcd[at]online[dot]de He charges 95€ plus shipping depending on where you live. I think he used to mod Lynxes himself, but i don't know if he has any time for it right now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Loguidice Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 I'm in the same boat as others, unable to trust myself with doing the mod myself. If anyone is selling Lynx's pre-modded, I'm in for one. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RupanIII Posted January 27, 2015 Share Posted January 27, 2015 McWill, I just want to throw this out there... okay. Forgive me guys as I know it's an Atari forum, but.. McWill, do you have access to Sega Game Gear? That one is in the same desperate need of this mod. I can't imagine you wouldn't find sales on some forum if you crack that one. If your taking orders I will see if I can pitch in for some. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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