PSP 1000 laminated IPS screen: the original panel replaced, with no air gap

The PSP-1000 came out in 2004 with a 4.3-inch TFT panel separated from its glass by an air gap: reflections, grey blacks, a picture that “floats” under the plastic. This kit replaces the panel with a fully laminated IPS screen and supplies the matching top shell, free of any logo. The console keeps its motherboard, battery and games: only the display changes.

What it does

• IPS panel: wide viewing angles and stable colours, where the original panel washes out as soon as you tilt the console.
• Full lamination: no more air gap between the panel and the glass, so fewer reflections and a picture that seems to sit right on the surface.
• Top shell included: the replacement front houses the new assembly and carries no logo or brand marking.

What it doesn't do

• Doesn't increase the resolution: the PSP-1000 outputs 480 × 272, and the screen displays that resolution without rescaling it.
• Only suitable for the PSP-100x. The PSP 2000, 3000, Go, E1000 and the PS Vita use other panels and other ribbon cables.
• Doesn't give the console back its original front: the shell supplied is plain, with no logo or manufacturer screen printing.
• Is not a console and contains no motherboard, battery, back shell, buttons or games.
• The “without top shell” variant contains only the screen: you must already have a front that is compatible with this panel.

Compatibility

Designed for the PSP-1000 (models PSP-1000 to PSP-1004, the “PSP Fat”). Not compatible with the PSP 2000 (Slim), PSP 3000 (Brite), PSP Go, PSP E1000 or PS Vita: these machines have a different panel and connector. Check the reference engraved on the back of your console before ordering.

Skill level required

Full disassembly of the front: removing the battery, the screws, the screen ribbon cable and the original panel. You'll need a precision Phillips screwdriver, a plastic spudger and a clear work surface for the screws. Handling the ZIF ribbon cables is the tricky part of the job. The manufacturer presents this kit as a direct replacement on the original connector, with no soldering — to be confirmed depending on the batch received. If you've never opened a handheld console, get some help: a creased ribbon cable can't be repaired.

In the box

• 1 fully laminated 4.3-inch IPS screen for PSP-1000, ribbon cable fitted
• 1 logo-free replacement top shell in the chosen colour — except for the “without top shell” variant, which contains only the screen

Read before ordering: Retro Peripherals

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