Summary of DIY 32ch FPV 5.8ghz LCD
This article details a DIY project where the author builds a custom 32-channel FPV 5.8GHz LCD display by repurposing an existing screen and integrating it with an RX5808 Pro receiver. The process involves desoldering original wires, removing buttons, and installing internal electronics including a charging module, a 12v booster, and the receiver board. The build is powered by a single 12v source and secured using Kapton tape and hot glue, resulting in a cost-effective, fully functional FPV monitor compatible with all market transmitters.
Parts used in the DIY 32ch FPV 5.8ghz LCD:
- LCD panel
- RX5808 PCB (RX5808 Pro)
- Charging module
- 12v booster module
- Battery
- Switch
- Kapton tape
- Hot glue
If you’re like me, you don like buying stuff that’s ready-to-go, but rather build one yourself. We usually spend more money, but it’s way more satisfying ? I really didn’t want to buy an overly expensive 32ch FPV LCD receiver, so I made my own DIY 32ch FPV 5.8ghz LCD, that is compatible with EVERY transmitter on the market now.
Lets begin!
First, crack open that LCD, and look what’s inside. I desoldered the wires, and took note on how they were connected. The LCD operates on around 12v and my RX5808 pcb has the voltage regulator on it, so you can power it from the same 12v.
Although this LCD has 2 input channels, I only chose to use one. You can solder a wire on that second pad and leave it hanging out of course ? I removed the three LCD buttons, so there is no way of switching between inputs. Take note that the LCD defaults to the active source on startup.
Next thing I did, was to mock up all the guts that Im going to put inside the LCD.
The whole electronic installation is really straight-forward. The blue pcb is the Charging module, small Green one is 12v booster. Connect the battery to the charging module, also connect the same wires to Booster module. Connect Booster output to LCD board and FPV board. Throw in a switch between charger and booster and voila! we’re done. Not hard now, was it? ?
Fix everything inside with kapton tape and hot glue. The back of the LCD panel is all metal, so you might want to put some stickers on it, or spray it with pcb protect spray. Be creative. B. E. Creative. You can see the DirtyPCB shipping information sticker I used ?
The neat thing about RX5808 pro is that it has spectrum scanner, and RSSI calibration (btw, that switch on the fpv board? switch between config and camera screen).
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- How much power does the LCD operate on?
The LCD operates on around 12v. - Can this DIY setup work with any transmitter?
Yes, the project is compatible with every transmitter on the market now. - What components are needed for the electronic installation?
You need a charging module, a small green 12v booster, the battery, a switch, and the FPV board. - Does the built-in LCD have multiple input channels?
The LCD has 2 input channels, but the builder chose to use only one. - What features does the RX5808 Pro offer?
The RX5808 Pro includes a spectrum scanner and RSSI calibration. - How do you switch between config and camera screen?
You use the switch located on the FPV board to switch between config and camera screen. - What method is used to secure the electronics inside the case?
The electronics are fixed inside with Kapton tape and hot glue. - Is it necessary to modify the LCD buttons?
The builder removed the three LCD buttons so there is no way of switching between inputs.
