Atari Lynx Screen… best upgrade option?

[ColecoGamer]

Do they have an IPS screen replacement or something like it for the Lynx? My Atari Lynx’s screen finally quit working, after years of use and pixel banding on the screen.

 

Maybe I’d be better off buying another Lynx? 

 

 

[+-^CrossBow^-]

BennVenn offers a new IPS LCD replacement solution. I've installed a few of them and they are quite nice! Depending on which model you have, it might be quite easy to install the replacement or require some soldering. The model 2 has a replacement ribbon cable setup making installation easy, while the model 1 still requires soldering on the signal wires.

 

You can order the screens from AtariGame who's new store is known as K-Retro here:

 

https://k-retro.com/

 

 

[+DarkLord]

I can vouch for the screen upgrade from them for the Lynx II. I just recently installed it and it

rocks. The USB power mod is another great option. Add to that one of the SD-card solutions

holding every game ROM you can throw at it, and your Lynx will be ready for prime-time!

 

I posted pictures here:

 

 

 

Hope this helps! 

 

 

[Songbird]

I've purchased several of the BennVenns and have been super-happy with them. (Which reminds me, I need to install a couple more!) If your Lynx works (meaning you can still hear audio from the game when you boot up) but the screen is bad, then replacing the screen is a great way to save a Lynx and make it better than new.

 

I also sell an external USB battery pack adapter on the Songbird site, which simply plugs in the power jack with no mods necessary:

 

https://songbird-productions.com/product/atari-lynx-usb-power-adapter/

 

[+DarkLord]

Oddly enough, I've got that one - forgot to mention it.

 

And as you said, no soldering...  

 

[Igor]

Here's the link to the Lynx 2 version - https://k-retro.com/lcd-mod-kits/32-65--pre-order-bennvenn-ips-lcd-mod-kit-lynx-2.html#/12-lcd_kit_extras-add_protection_zener_diode/16-lynx_model-not_c104129_001_most_lynxes

 

and the Lynx 1 - https://k-retro.com/lcd-mod-kits/31-61--pre-order-bennvenn-ips-lcd-mod-kit-lynx-1.html#/12-lcd_kit_extras-add_protection_zener_diode

 

The Lynx 2 version doesn't require any soldering, unless you want to add scanlines - that needs just a single wire soldered in.

The Lynx 1 version does require soldering but we have install guides for the kits.

Edited December 26, 2022 by Igor

[tripled79]

Finally took the plunge and placed an order for a benn venn lcd mod kit. 2023 is going to be a new year with my Lynx.

[str0m]

Do you ship to the UK, wondering what cost would be and if I would end up with import tax/vat etc on top unless there is a UK stockist? thanks

[Igor]

19 hours ago, str0m said:

Do you ship to the UK, wondering what cost would be and if I would end up with import tax/vat etc on top unless there is a UK stockist? thanks

Yeah we ship to UK. We don't pre-pay VAT so you'd have to check on that yourself.