This is a customizable order form for the Game Boy Color and the various services offered. Please note that all costs listed are for service only, requiring you to ship not only the console but the mod/upgrade parts you have purchased yourself (with exception to the Full Recap Service as I will provide new capacitors from Console5)
HispeedIDO Q5 OSD IPS Install
While the Game Boy Color screen was a huge upgrade over the original model, the lack of a backlight still made it a difficult handheld to use under anything but ideal lighting conditions. Trying to play a stock Game Boy Color these days is even worse thanks to years of superior backlit screen technology in all portable electronics. This screen is a complete game changer, I have one in my daily use Game Boy Color and the clarity, brightness and customization options for color palettes are incredible.
The HispeedIDO with OSD IPS LCD kit can be purchased from the following website:
HispeedIDO Q5 OSD IPS – HandHeld Legend
While it lacks the elegant injection molded bracket of other screens from FunnyPlaying, there is a small alignment guide you can buy to make the installation much easier, atleast for squareness. The rest (horizontal/vertical) is much less important as thanks to the OSD you can adjust positioning in both directions. Adding in this bracket makes my life much easier and therefore the cost is less. You can get the brackets here:
GBC Q5 IPS Bracket – HandHeld Legend
A new lens is required to get the full viewing area of the Q5 screens, and there has never been a better time to get a glass lens as its much more scratch resistant and offers a more premium finish. You can get the matching glass lens here:
GBC Q5 IPS Glass Lens – HandHeld Legend
If you dont want to alter an OEM shell and/or save money on my services, its much easier to fit an IPS screen into an aftermarket shell. Because they are much easier I charge less and these aftermarket shells can be found here:
GBC Prestige IPS Ready Shell – HandHeld Legend
PLEASE NOTE: There are multiple options for this service so please choose carefully. I charge more if you do not include a mounting bracket as it takes more effort to get it lined up perfectly vs the bracket which is simply drop-in. I also charge more for an OEM shell installation as that requires modification of the plastic case for the new screen. I’m willing to install any IPS LCD kit for you it doesnt have to be FunnyPlaying Q5, this is just my recommendation based on personal experience. You can select this option even if a different kit
CleanPower Install
Due to the age and instability on the original stock power regulator I highly recommend replacing with this kit. If your Game Boy Color has a dim screen or doesn’t power on and a recap of the regulator does not resolve, this is a great solution as it provides a smoother and more stable 5V input to the GameBoy and also works best with newer backlit screens and flash carts that have a higher draw on the system.
The RetroSix CleanPower can be purchased from the following websites:
RetroSix CleanPower GBC – HandHeld Legend
RetroSix CleanPower GBC – RetroSix.co.uk
Full Recap Service
Electrolytic Capacitors have an estimated shelf life of about 15 years and many of these old retro gaming systems are long past that time. Prevent unwanted power, video or audio issues by proactively replacing these in your Game Boy Color system. If your Game Boy Color is already exhibiting issues a failed capacitor could be the culprit and is usually a good first step in the diagnosis and repair. All capacitors will be replaced on the system motherboard with a cap kit from Console5 which I will provide for this service, included in the cost
Full Service Cleaning
After years of heavy use many handhelds will exhibit accumulation of dirt, dust and debris and this can not only impact the aesthetic appearance of the system but dirty system components can impact component life and performance. Your console will be completely disassembled and cleaned from the inside out. All PCB and internal electrical components will have dust and debris removed via an electronic air compressor and then be cleaned with 99% isopropyl alcohol and brushed clean. Outer shell and other non-electronic components will be taken apart and soaked in a soap/water mixture and carefully scrubbed to remove stains and debris buildup. Any light markings, scuffs or other blemishes will be safely removed to the best of my ability. Once the console is re-assembled the outer shell will be given a coat of plastic UV protectant to restore shine and prevent UV damage. Depending on the handheld system I will do my best to buff out light scratches on the screen/panel as well
