Metal Maxima

iTrader: (30)

So before reinstalling my ancient 7" Microvision LCD, I decided to make sure it still works, so naturally I connect the turn on, power, and ground wires to a good ole 9V battery...aaaaaaand...nothing. Well, sort of. The screen goes dull white for a split second, then off, then one again for a split second, lather, rinse, repeat.

So am I doing something wrong with this insanley basic test, or is it shot?

PS - If it's shot and anyone has one lying around, I need to buy it.

Fast1one

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You may want to try a 12v source

9v is probably at the lower limit or right below its operating voltage.

doylerules826

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yea id say use a 12V source, ive had similar problems with computers monitors

mendon99

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would have thought you'd guess this, Metal. typo?

Metal Maxima

iTrader: (30)

lol, no typo. IIRC, it does fully power and illuminate blue when powered from a 9V source, but I mihgt be wrong on that. I was testing it late at night and hoping this would provide ample powah, but we shall soon see if such is the case, or if I need to get a Lilliput TFT...

mendon99

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touch screen ftw anyways. what are your plans? or are they top secret

Metal Maxima

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Nothing top secret. I am about 90% done the final interior overhaul and needed to test zee screen before putting it in the center console.

BTW: 9V works, turns out the battery just did not have enough juice to power the LCD, we're GTG