Game Boy Color Q5 IPS LCD Retro Pixel 2.0 Backlight Kit with Laminated Lens and OSD - FunnyPlaying FUNNYPLAYING
Game Boy Color Q5 IPS LCD Retro Pixel 2.0 Backlight Kit with Laminated Lens and OSD - FunnyPlaying FUNNYPLAYING
Game Boy Color Q5 IPS LCD Retro Pixel 2.0 Backlight Kit with Laminated Lens and OSD - FunnyPlaying FUNNYPLAYING
Game Boy Color Q5 IPS LCD Retro Pixel 2.0 Backlight Kit with Laminated Lens and OSD - FunnyPlaying FUNNYPLAYING
Game Boy Color Q5 IPS LCD Retro Pixel 2.0 Backlight Kit with Laminated Lens and OSD - FunnyPlaying FUNNYPLAYING
Game Boy Color Retro Pixel 2.0 Q5 IPS LCD Kit with Laminated Lens - Funnyplaying FUNNYPLAYING
Game Boy Color Retro Pixel 2.0 Q5 IPS LCD Kit with Laminated Lens - Funnyplaying FUNNYPLAYING
Game Boy Color Retro Pixel 2.0 Q5 IPS LCD Kit with Laminated Lens - Funnyplaying FUNNYPLAYING

Game Boy Color Retro Pixel 2.0 Q5 IPS LCD Backlight Kit with Laminated Lens and OSD - FunnyPlaying

Sale price$64.99 USD
115 reviews
115 reviews
SKU: GBC4001

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Pickup available at 519 Davisville Rd. Usually ready in 2-4 days

Game Boy Color Retro Pixel 2.0 Q5 IPS LCD Backlight Kit with Laminated Lens and OSD - FunnyPlaying

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519 Davisville Rd.

Pickup available, usually ready in 2-4 days

519 Davisville Road
Willow Grove PA 19090
United States

**This kit is strongly recommended to use with these shells only**

Backlight and illuminate your beloved childhood GBC with a modern IPS LCD with improved color, contrast and viewing angle. This enhanced version of the 1.0 kit comes with a custom lens pre laminated to the LCD, choose your color.

FEATURES:

  • Adds function to adjust position of the screen window
  • Applicable console text is present on glass lens. Adds function to change logo backlight display and color. 
  • Display area is larger than the original. We only recommend using a custom laminated shell from FunnyPlaying. Shell modification required for all other shells. No refunds are given if a non-recommended shell is used.
  • Soldering required for brightness and retro pixel control.
  • Soldering may be required for kit to function. Please see 'Notes' section.
  • Built-in 5 display effects.
  • 4x Integer scaling
  • LCD and ribbon power between 0.29W and 0.68W
  • Pre laminated lens on the LCD
  • Touch enabled function control for brightness and pixel modes
  • No frame dropping or tearing

INCLUDED:

  • 1x Q5 IPS LCD with laminated lens adhered (see warnings)
  • 1x PCB ribbon cable
  • 1x Touch sensor ribbon (see notes)
  • 3x Wires
  • 1x Insulation film

PAIRS WELL WITH:

FUNCTIONS:

START and SELECT function:

  • Hold down START and SELECT together for a few seconds to open the OSD menu.
  • Quick press START and SELECT to make adjustments in the current menu option.
  • To move to the next menu option or back to a previous menu option, hold either START or SELECT in the direction of the menu option needed.
  • To exit the OSD menu, hold down START and SELECT together for a few seconds or the menu will time out on its own.

TOUCH SENSOR function:

  • Tap and hold the touch sensor for 3 seconds to open OSD menu.
  • Quick tap to make adjustments in the current menu option.
  • To move to the next menu option, tap and hold the touch sensor for 2 seconds. 
  • To exit the OSD menu, hold the touch sensor for 3 seconds or the menu will time out on its own.

OSD menu options:

  • BRT = Brightness options
  • DSP = Pixel Modes
  • FRM = Frame Blending Mode - flicker reduction
  • LGC = GBC logo color options
  • R/G/B = Customize GBC logo color options
  • N = Move the display image left and right respectively

PIXEL MODES:

  • Built-in 5 display effects.
  • Full pixel copy display (display the highest brightness, gorgeous and concise)
  • Classic GBC display (perfectly restore the original display effect)
  • Classic RGB display (perfectly restore the original display effect, and the pixel gap looks smaller, the brightness will be slightly darker)
  • RGB display (closest to the original display, but the brightness is very low)
  • Grid line display (close to the display effect of DMG)

DOCUMENTATION:

NOTES:

  • Kits may no longer include a touch sensor as a separate item. This kit has a touch sensor already included on the black ribbon cable. You may use this one by simply folding into the front or back of the shell, to rest on the top of the shell. You may also use the included touch sensor ribbon and solder it onto the 'TCH' point if you wish to change the position of your touch sensor.
  • The power wire may need to soldered for the LCD to show an image. It may not be required with later versions, however, in order to receive maximum brightness on the LCD this wire will need to be soldered on. If your LCD is not showing an image during the testing phase (remains black but you hear the start chime), please solder the PWR wire.
  • After installation, if it is noted that your touch sensor is overly sensitive or is cycling, please see this article for assistance. 
  • We only recommend pairing this IPS kit with the laminated shells by FunnyPlaying. All other shells will require modifications, install at your own risk.

WARNINGS:

  • You do not need to purchase a separate lens. Removing pre-adhered lens from LCD can result in damage to the LCD and will void product warranty. If you received an extra lens in your order, this was likely a included plastic lens with a shell and should NOT be placed on top of the pre-adhered lens.
  • Test before installation! When you receive a backlight/LCD kit, you should perform a dry run before installing to assure that nothing has been damaged in transit. A dry run or test fit means the kit is not installed in the shell. This includes the use of adhesives, brackets, and any performed soldering. All ribbon cables should have no bends or creases in them. If you are unsure how to perform a dry run, please contact our support team and we will be happy to help. Backlight kits that have been installed are not eligible for replacement or return.
  • LCD may break if put under too much pressure or dropped. Please exercise extreme caution when installing.
  • Damage to console or LCD may occur if you do not trim the cartridge port pins. Exercise caution when trimming pins, wear eye protection to protect from pin debris when cutting the metal. Damage caused by these pins are not covered under our return or exchange policy. Trim the pins of your Gameboy's cartridge slot flat so that they don't interfere with any parts of the kit. We also recommend placing some Kapton tape over the trimmed pins to prevent any shorts.

Customer Reviews

Based on 115 reviews
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Stewart R.
Black
Maybe a Bad Unit

I tested the panel outside of the case on a known working CGB unit and it looked great on the splash screen. I fully assembled everything and that's still the case, but when actually getting into solid colours and blacks the screen has flicker and temporary burn-in that seems to come and go. I've tried making sure everything was flush and the screws weren't too tight, as well as reseating the cables, but I can't make it work consistently. Maybe I got a dud, but I'm not buying another one to find out.

I'm sorry to hear of the issue. Please contact us at support@handheldlegend.com so we may resolve this for you.

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Cole H.
Came with Dead Pixels

Item arrived in cheap plastic wrap and the corners had already partially de-laminated. Pixels were already dead on both sides. HHL "Support" didn't even attempt to help. Don't get this from them.

Thank you for your review! We list this warning on the product page:

'We are currently experiencing quality assurance issues with this kit and are working with the supplier to resolve. We do not have the pre cut shells to correctly support this kit. We will not accept returns or refunds for these. Please purchase at your own risk. We apologize for any inconvenience and this kit may be unavailable until further notice.'

Unfortunately what you are experiencing is one of the issues with quality assurance. We are working with the supplier to try and resolve this.

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Grant C.
Black
Simply Amazing

Absolutely love this screen kit. This kit is loaded with features and even the lower brightness settings are impressive. Operating the OSD with both the touch sensor and the start/select buttons is a breeze once you get used to it. Highly recommend.

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Troy B.
Black
Mostly Good - EDITED, CHANGED FROM 4 TO 5 STARS

I bought this in late December and installed it sometime in January or February. I've been using my GBC for a while since then, and today this weird spot showed up on the Gameboy Color logo. Not sure what caused that, but it is very disappointing.

Otherwise, it's a very nice display.

EDIT: I think this spot was just due to heat from me playing for an extended period of time inside of a warm car. After a few months of not touching it, I picked it back up today, and the spot was gone. Since it wasn't permanently damaged, I'm very satisfied.

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Alex B.
Black
Did Not Make it a Year!!!

I will enclose a picture of my screen. It did not make it a year. As you can see, the cancer of death is on the IPS screen. I will reach out to see if this is under warranty, but the quality of some of the products here starting to deteriorate

Thanks for your review! Generally, when we see stuck pixels like this after several months, it is due to pressure within the shell. If you haven't already, please reach out to support@handheldlegend.com so we may look into this with you.

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TJ W.
DMG Style
Great upgrade

I have been wanting to mod my Gameboys for some times now. I decided to finally make the jump! I knew the screens are nice but until you turn it on in person the pictures and videos don’t do it justice. I will be getting another screen for another build soon!

Attached are images of the mod and a before/after video.

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