108 Stars Posted May 12, 2013 Share Posted May 12, 2013 sorry for the off topic, but was there ever a rechargeable energy source for the Lynx like there was on GameBoy and Game Gear? I only see the thing where you put extra batteries in, but for GB and GG everybody I knew had those power packs that you could recharge, like this: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uzumaki Posted May 12, 2013 Share Posted May 12, 2013 http://www.best-electronics-ca.com/lynx_bp.htm One exists for Lynx but it's likely going to require rebuilding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+slx Posted May 12, 2013 Share Posted May 12, 2013 (edited) I got a Naki unit that "locks" onto the back of Lynx II. The kit includes a replacement battery cover with guide rails. The battery pack slides onto the rails and is "hooked" in place by a small flexible latch between the rails with extra stability coming from the power connector which is housed in a rigid "arm" protruding from the upper side. As the weight of the unit is centered it seems to keep the Lynx balanced and it didn't feel awkward to hold. (I didn't actually play with it as I got it only recently and this was the first time I had a closer look You'd have to be prepared to play with a "heavy" Lynx though as the design does not allow the unit to be used separately (e.g. on a belt as the GameBoy accessory or the Lynx battery packs you already discovered or the pack sold by Best). There is a charging connector at the bottom so you can leave it installed permanently. Inside it's pretty simple with six C-size NiCads soldered together which should be easy to replace with newer NiMh cells). The connector is actually just a "normal" angled connector held in place by the two sides of the arm protruding from the housing. I got mine NIB from konsolenkost.de for 10 EUR and they are still in stock. (http://www.konsolenkost.de/lynx-power-pack-neu-ovp/a-5815750/) Some pictures here: https://www.icloud.c...#A5JtdOXmJFrRxI It obviously won't work for a Lynx I though. Edited May 12, 2013 by slx 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
108 Stars Posted May 12, 2013 Share Posted May 12, 2013 Thanks a lot, that seems perfect. Strange that Atari did not release such a peripheral themselves. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uzumaki Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 I got mine NIB from konsolenkost.de for 10 EUR and they are still in stock. (http://www.konsolenk...-ovp/a-5815750/) I checked them. Nice price but it's over $30 to ship via FedEx to USA so I'll have to wait for one to show up a little closer than Germany. I can still use the more common battery pack that uses 6 'D' batteries. The last pack I had to replace, the D batteries outlasted the wires inside the plug. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+slx Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 I checked them. Nice price but it's over $30 to ship via FedEx to USA so I'll have to wait for one to show up a little closer than Germany. I can still use the more common battery pack that uses 6 'D' batteries. The last pack I had to replace, the D batteries outlasted the wires inside the plug. Well, that's how I feel all the time when I see great gear on EBay USA but with 30$ shipping for carts and 70$+ shipping for hardware....... Sorry to say but I can't think of any way to get that to you cheaper as European shipping is >10$, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
com64 Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 (edited) I don't see why no one just makes their own rechargeable battery pack from a few lithium cells and a charging circuit if they're so concerned about battery life; realistically, it should fit within the space that the battery compartment takes up. (Of course, not everyone wants to modify their lynx, but why would you install a VGA adapter if you didn't want to modify it?) I'd do it if I still had my Lynx II. Edited May 13, 2013 by com64 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bombidragon Posted May 27, 2013 Share Posted May 27, 2013 I just received a Lynx model 1. What are the chances of us being able to modify this unit to work in the model 1's? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GadgetUK Posted May 27, 2013 Share Posted May 27, 2013 (edited) Apparently technically it would work but its a question of space inside (I am not sure yet until I get my hands on the prototype Candle is making for a few of us atm). It would possibly be a more difficult mod to install because you would likely need to solder all of the connections that normally go to the ribbon (rough guess 32 pins - i've never counted them). The Lynx 2 has a clip in ribbon connector you see, whereas the Lynx 1 has the ribbon glued to the board so you would have to hack off the old ribbon and probably use wires to connect the LCD, or possibly solder a ribbon socket onto where the original was glued - IF the pin alignments are the same etc. It's early days yet. Edited May 27, 2013 by GadgetUK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bombidragon Posted May 27, 2013 Share Posted May 27, 2013 Apparently technically it would work but its a question of space inside (I am not sure yet until I get my hands on the prototype Candle is making for a few of us atm). It would possibly be a more difficult mod to install because you would likely need to solder all of the connections that normally go to the ribbon (rough guess 32 pins - i've never counted them). The Lynx 2 has a clip in ribbon connector you see, whereas the Lynx 1 has the ribbon glued to the board so you would have to hack off the old ribbon and probably use wires to connect the LCD, or possibly solder a ribbon socket onto where the original was glued - IF the pin alignments are the same etc. It's early days yet. This is what I wanted to hear, thanks for the info. When the time comes I am ready Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny Posted June 2, 2013 Share Posted June 2, 2013 (edited) candle, thank you for doing this. I recently bought a Lynx and I will definitely buy one of these. Edited June 2, 2013 by Danny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gambler172 Posted June 11, 2013 Share Posted June 11, 2013 Hi Candle i want one too..... greetings Walter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gambler172 Posted June 11, 2013 Share Posted June 11, 2013 Hi Candle i want one too..... greetings Walter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guitari Posted June 17, 2013 Share Posted June 17, 2013 less than 3 months to go until this thread is a year old! Not that there's any rush (I wan't that mod now ) How's it going Candle? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+DarkLord Posted June 17, 2013 Share Posted June 17, 2013 Is there any further word on the replacement VGA screen for the Lynx? Seem to have lost that thread or updates. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GadgetUK Posted June 17, 2013 Share Posted June 17, 2013 Candle is creating a prototype at the moment. I know he's been busy with work etc so it's taking time. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guitari Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 thanks Gadget. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GadgetUK Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 Np, I am sure Candle will update us soon. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candle Posted June 22, 2013 Author Share Posted June 22, 2013 just this: be patient - i'll get it to be commercially available, although i won't probably do it myself, but will let lotharek to handle it as there are some parts that need to be bough bulk and i'm no money Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GadgetUK Posted June 22, 2013 Share Posted June 22, 2013 That sounds like a great idea, make sure you do a good deal with Lotharek so you get something per sale I think the way Lotharek has built up a range of good retro mod products means he's fast becoming the central place to look for mods for different systems. He should do a deal with Kipper2K as well, there are Amiga products that would sell well from his website. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichGtB Posted July 15, 2013 Share Posted July 15, 2013 I look forward to hopefully getting one of these screens, definitely keen on buying one all being well :-) Thanks for all your time and hard work Candle. Cant wait till its ready :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elefas Posted September 25, 2013 Share Posted September 25, 2013 Candle, been silently following the thread for awhile, just registered to tell you good luck with your project and I am really interested in buying one for my lynx 2 once it is ready. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ratykat Posted October 10, 2013 Share Posted October 10, 2013 No replys for a few months, getting worried. Recently acquired a lynx 2 with a messed up screen so would love to fit a modern panel. hope you're still active candle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Stella Posted October 14, 2013 Share Posted October 14, 2013 I would be interested in 2 of these. Also, Candle.. You hinted at "fixing" the situation of lack of multi-cart? YES PLEASE. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris_lynx1989 Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 Yes,a multi-cart would be neat to see and all.Uh,I'm just thinking we wouldn't be able to have "all" the games and demos out there for the Lynx on it like most folks would want.The Lynx not being a "public domain" system like the Jaguar is also a possible problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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