Game Boy Backlight Display Mod V3 for DMG and GBP
Game Boy Backlight Display Mod V3 for DMG and GBP
SKU : GBB1207
A Game Boy Backlight display mod from Hand-Held Legend is an easy to use LED panel that fits behind the original Game Boy LCD to light up the screen from behind. Some modification to the console is required although its basic enough for any beginner.
FEATURES:
- 9 rich color choices
- Thinnest backlight available at 1.23mm
- >90% uniformity
- DMG and Pocket compatible
- V3: Super thin with a flat FCP cable and Resistors built in (excludes RGB)
- You can also display your screen in an "inverted" orientation to give your pixels a retro look.
- RGB Variant allows for custom colors or color switching with DIP 4 Position Switch (sold separately). Please see documentation.
- 2 Resistors built in! (excludes RGB)
INCLUDED:
- 1x Backlight
- 2x 28 gauge pre-tinned wires (excludes RGB version)
- 4x 28 gauge pre-tinned wires (RGB version only)
- 2x 100 OHM resistors (RGB version only)
- 1x 150 OHM resistor (RGB version only)
- 1x Polarization film
PAIRS WELL WITH:
NOTES:
- This backlight is compatible with the Game Boy DMG and Game Boy Pocket.
- It is not compatible with the following models: Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance, Game Boy Advance SP, Nintendo DS, or Nintendo 3DS.
- Photos are biverted.
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Polarization film is not attached to backlight.
- To test this backlight, you can use a power supply, such as alligator clips or a multimeter, on the two gold contacts to turn it on. This ensures the correct color has been sent and review the backlight for any damage/defects.
- Do NOT use cleaning agents such as alcohol on the backlight. This can cause damage such as spots/splotches.
DOCUMENTATION:
- Game Boy DMG- Video and guides will be updated.
- Game Boy Pocket -Video and guides will be updated.
- Game Boy DMG RGB Install Video - guide coming soon.
- RGB Color Options
WARNINGS:
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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.
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It did not go very well for me. This was my first time doing this mod but I have a lot of experience working on vintage Gameboys. This was a Gameboy pocket from Japan that I love. It has the original owners name on it and a sticker of Chip (from Chip & Dale) in the middle. I was following the video provided but... As I was removing the reflective/polarizing layer it started to bow and put pressure on the "delicate cables" and disconnected them. I thought I was being careful but I guess I wasn't. I ended with a unusable screen so I will need to replace it. I am not disparaging this product at all but... it requires so much care that I would not recommend it to most people. Keep your Gameboy a Gameboy and carry a flashlight.
A nice kit with resistors pre-soldered for an easy install. Good fit and nice brightness so no worries there. The polarizer was also of high quality and non-sticky which is a plus. I highly recommend the bivert chip as well, but that's a matter of preference.. Just make sure to be careful whilst doing this mod so you don't crack the original screen, ribbon cable or get any moisture anywhere where it is not supposed to be. Go slow and careful and you'll be fine :)
The product is great and would buy again. The only issue I have with it is I tried to clean a little more on mine and if developed a light spot. I was just using a q tip and some ipa to clean my screen and that is when it developed.
Works perfectly I love this version compared to the old version. It works perfectly and the installation was not bad. Sometimes the old screen residue is time consuming to remove and other times it's super easy. Over all this is a great cheep way to get a backlight without spending the extra $ on a aftermarket screen like the ips screens.
I just finished installing the backlight (Yellow-Green) on my childhood Game Boy. This is a great way to give it new life while retaining the original feel of the device. This mod lets you play anytime, in any setting. Unlike the OG screen, where you'll need the perfect lighting to see your game.
The install wasn't horrible, but it's not for the faint of heart. It's really easy to damage your screen... During my install I ended up creating horizontal and vertical lines on my screen. The vertical lines were fairly easy to fix.. the horizontal lines thankfully were corrected with careful heat from a heat gun.
Lastly, the first backlight I received had a little bit of light bleed in the corner. I contacted customer support. They were really nice and easy to work with. The new backlight works and looks perfect.
I can't recommend this mod enough!
Great product + easy install. I'll actually use my Game Boy again.
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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, but is not limited to, 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. If a backlight/LCD is returned and shows any signs of having been installed, it will not be eligible for a refund.
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