DIY Videosphere LCD Mod: Bezel Finishing and Screen Installation

DIY Videosphere LCD Mod: Step-by-Step Progress

Welcome to the latest update on my DIY Videosphere LCD mod project! Today I’m sharing how I finished the bezel and mounted the LCD screen – key milestones in transforming this vintage shell into a modern display.

Perfecting the DIY Videosphere Bezel

After hours of careful work, I’ve finished sanding the bezel to my satisfaction. The opening required some trimming as it was slightly oversized and had uneven edges. Getting this right is crucial for a professional-looking DIY Videosphere mod.

DIY Videosphere bezel after sanding and trimming - exterior view showing smooth finish ready for painting — Exterior view of the bezel after sanding and trimming

DIY Videosphere bezel after sanding and trimming - interior view showing the precisely shaped opening — Interior view showing the precisely trimmed opening

DIY Videosphere Painting Process

The painting process for the DIY Videosphere mod involved multiple careful steps:

Applied two layers of white undercoat for proper coverage
Followed with two layers of matte black for the final finish

DIY Videosphere bezel with white undercoat applied - showing even coverage before black paint — White undercoat applied evenly to the bezel

DIY Videosphere bezel with matte black paint applied - showing the professional finish — Final matte black finish giving a professional look

Completed DIY Videosphere Bezel

Here’s how the completed bezel looks installed in the Videosphere shell. The black finish complements the vintage aesthetic while giving it a modern touch.

Completed DIY Videosphere bezel installed - second angle showing the clean integration with the shell — Completed bezel installed – side angle

LCD Screen Modifications for DIY Videosphere

The LCD screen needed some adjustments to fit properly in the spherical housing. I carefully trimmed the corners to match the curvature of the Videosphere shell.

DIY Videosphere LCD screen with trimmed corners - closeup showing the precise modifications — Close-up of the LCD with trimmed corners

DIY Videosphere LCD screen with all corners trimmed - full view showing how it will fit the curved shell — Full view of the modified LCD screen

Installing the LCD in the DIY Videosphere

The final step was securing the LCD screen in place. I used adhesive to mount it properly, ensuring it sits flush with the bezel. I’ll clean up any glue residue in the final stages of the project.

DIY Videosphere with LCD screen installed - interior view showing how it's mounted — Interior view of the LCD mounted in place

DIY Videosphere with LCD screen installed - front view showing the clean integration — Front view of the installed LCD screen

Next Steps in the DIY Videosphere Project

With the physical installation complete, I’m now focusing on connecting the LCD circuitry. This will involve carefully routing the wires and ensuring everything fits within the limited space of the Videosphere shell.

DIY Videosphere mods like this one combine vintage aesthetics with modern technology. The challenge is maintaining the original look while incorporating new components.

According to RetroComputing.org

For more information on similar retro-computing projects, check out Hackaday’s retro-computing section or Instructables’ computer modification tutorials.

Project Phase	Status
Bezel preparation	Complete
Bezel painting	Complete
LCD modification	Complete
LCD installation	Complete
Circuitry connection	In progress

Have you worked on a DIY Videosphere mod or similar retro tech project? I’d love to hear about your experience in the comments below!