Based on the picture, the screen appears to connect to the RPi without any other hardware. Is this screen a direct connect to the Pi?
818431
True. The packaging contains no written docs. All the information is available on-line.
818432
No. What you are seeing is a non touch screen display attached to a converter control that then attaches to the raspberry pi. It needs a seperate power source as well. I made the same mistake but the control board is about the same size as a pi model b
818433
You need to connect to the RPi by either RCA connection or by HDMI. You also need at least a 5volt power supply to power the driver board. Other wise yes it does a pretty much direct connection to the Pi.
818434
yes and no. the screen alone does not directly connect to the PI. In the kit pictured, the board shown will connect to the RPi. please also note, the power source for the lcd is sold separate
818435
The picture shows an LCD driver board not a Raspberry Pi. The driver board will connect directly to the Pi through either an HDMI cable or a composite video cable. I currently use the HDMI input with my Pi.
818436
The control board has an hdmi port which connects to the pi, so you will need an hdmi cable. You will also need a cable to power the LCD. Other than that, you need no other components to get it hooked up to ras pi.
818437
It is supposed to connect to its own card.it came with no power supply specs.i used a 12 power supply but could not get it to work.waste of money so far.no info came with unit.
834181
I'm not at home now, but i'm quite sure; mine it's DVI-D dual link. Any way, the site usually show connector´s images
72392
Oh, no. It is only a normal screen computer. I hope my answer will help you.
74622
Most devices are currently using DVI_D, and with that you should be okay. Best solution is to look at the pin holes on the device in question. Will save you a lot of time
1968076
I have this box connected to Win 7, Ubuntu and Raspberry PI boxes, without any drivers.
208014
It cannot connect directly to your laptop right out of the box but I actually do not own these I had to return them because I only recieved 1 monitor with my order.
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If you're referring to the cable that connects the screen to the system, yes it does. Also, make sure you reuse that piece of tape that's originally on it to secure the cable down. It's a good screen. Hope you're able to install it with no problems. :-)
263297
I got it connected but the screen flickers every few seconds. I Think I got a defective mini dvi.
456308
It has a mini HDMI port, so you'll need an adapter, or a HDMI cable with mini HDMI on one end. HDMI out displays the whole screen, except for the status bar.
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I wouldn't recommend this for any novice to the pi. This screen isn't an easy "built in screen" attachment. I would recommend a small detached normal display such as a cheap car dvd monitor or backup monitor, they will be about the same price, and provide a bigger screen, aswell they will typically work straight out of the box as long as they have an RCA or hdmi plug. As far as this Tontec monitor, I would recomend this for small simple all in one builds. Not that the setup is simple, but the device isn't going to be able to do much with a screen this small without alot of work. This screen is so small it will require programming to use it for anything worthwhile. So, to clarify, this screen works, isn't really novice friendly, and should only be used for a system that would require this small of a screen. If you want to learn to use a PI, or try different things, this monitor is a waste, atleast, as a standalone. If however, you want to make, lets say a thermostat with visuals, and you are willing to learn how to do what you want to do, then this is a good solution. Really, if your project is going to involve a small attached screen as a requirement, then this is a good choice, otherwise I wouldn't buy this. TLDR? -&gt; Use for small informational display, do not use for standard display such as doing anything besides displaying little bits of information. Not good for beginners, not large enough to use as your main display for programming and setting up your PI. Think of this device like the addon camera, sensors, etc. This is something for a specific purpose, not a generic display. Don't let other reviews fool you, this is not big enough for a main display to setup your PI. The PI is tiny, this screen is smaller than your pi, keep that in mind.
380379
I think your best bet would be to go with some of the options from Adafruit too. The PI has headers on board for a display and a camera. You could use this but it would take more work than you really need too and you would lose the GPIO interface for other things.
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the screen uses the USB just for power. IT should work as you are intending. I have used mine with a raspberry pi while being powered by one of those cell phone backup batteries (possibly like the one you are describing) with no problem.
834033
I have mine directly connected to the Pi - been running on a regular basis for over 6 months
2212055
Ya that's the screen. One thing to note, when you get it, the cable on your laptop that connects to the screen may not reach the port on the screen when you go to put everything back together. There should be an extension cable that comes with this package, just plug in the laptop cable into the back of the extension cable. Also, you should definitely tape them together with some electrical tape because I've had issues with the cable becoming loose and my screen getting all out of whack. So just be aware of that, if your new screen isn't working properly make sure the cables are all properly connected before returning it. Ya that's the screen. One thing to note, when you get it, the cable on your laptop that connects to the screen may not reach the port on the screen when you go to put everything back together. There should be an extension cable that comes with this package, just plug in the laptop cable into the back of the extension cable. Also, you should definitely tape them together with some electrical tape because I've had issues with the cable becoming loose and my screen getting all out of whack. So just be aware of that, if your new screen isn't working properly make sure the cables are all... » Read More Ya that's the screen. One thing to note, when you get it, the cable on your laptop that connects to the screen may not reach the port on the screen when you go to put everything back together. There should be an extension cable that comes with this package, just plug in the laptop cable into the back of the extension cable. Also, you should definitely tape them together with some electrical tape because I've had issues with the cable becoming loose and my screen getting all out of whack. So just be aware of that, if your new screen isn't working properly make sure the cables are all properly connected before returning it. « Show Less
2212054
Ya that's the screen. One thing to note, when you get it, the cable on your laptop that connects to the screen may not reach the port on the screen when you go to put everything back together. There should be an extension cable that comes with this package, just plug in the laptop cable into the back of the extension cable. Also, you should definitely tape them together with some electrical tape because I've had issues with the cable becoming loose and my screen getting all out of whack. So just be aware of that, if your new screen isn't working properly make sure the cables are all properly connected before returning it.
1130955
Yes, HDMI is the only video connection it has. It's a great little unit for running Linux.
1163468
Terrible product imo for the Raspberry Pi 2. The screen comes with no instructions, no driver, and may only be worth something to someone with an expert background in coding.Not to mention....my tft shield came cracked in the shipment while the usb clips were also broken.Lillyput appears to have a pricey, but decent model. Check them out.Good luck!