On our current bracket revision, the wider mounting tabs we added for Stern speaker panels extend all the way to the bottom of the bracket. You might be able to use these tabs and drill new holes to fit the STLE.

Adjusting the vertical position of the frame on the screen isn't an issue. We can add an option or adjustment to take care of that part.

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Not right away, but we'll do our best to support efforts toward a solution.

Full functionality of the SIGMA (single-color) ROM... custom selection of 97 colors, choice of display effect (dots, HD upscaling, scan lines), and none of the grid alignment errors inherent in most LED displays.

All new ColorDMD displays include the latest bracket revision and can be used in most WPC/WPC95/SAM/WhiteStar games. For older displays we also offer a cable kit/bracket for use with SAM/Whitestar games, available on our site.

There are three known issues that will require some effort to overcome for new ST speaker panels:
(1) Removal/workaround for the center threaded posts on the speaker panel
(2) Replacement/fabrication of a clear plastic window to replace the red one
(3) Modification of the mounting holes on our bracket

We will also need to provide a firmware update for proper alignment of the video frame with the window.

If someone is able to work out or offer a solution to the first two issues, we should be able to help with the rest.

Your first proposal is the direction that Chris and I had discussed...
(1) The LCD would need to be supported by spacers that are longer than the center posts (maybe use something like hex spacers to extend the outer posts), or
(2) Remove the center posts so the panel sits flush against the edges of the speaker panel. This is similar to mounting on a WPC95 speaker panel but the setback might be larger.
(3) The gap between the panel and the LCD could be filled with a foam seal or a bezel.

If this can yield acceptable results, then we can look into modifying our existing bracket with appropriate mounting holes for the outer posts.

Aligning the image to the window is not an issue.

Thanks John!

We don't have access to a ST right now, so we're waiting for someone else to take the lead. Just let us know what you need. Best to email directly: [email protected].

Randy

The LCD screen can be removed the bracket very easily without cutting anything.

To remove the blue LVDS cable, just pull the tape on the end of the connector to unlock the pullbar and slide the connector horizontally out of the socket. Then to remove the screen from the bracket, unscrew the four small screws on the edges of the bracket.

The bracket height matches the height of the 15.6" screen. There's not much we can do about that, but we can modify the mounting tabs or hole locations once the needed changes have been identified.

No need to worry about the vertical alignment of the video frame. We will add a menu selection for the SIGMA ROM that allows adjustment of the vertical position.

Great job Marty!

There's a short video on our home page at http://www.colordmd.com that shows how to install a color ROM on a new display.

To turn something out quickly, I can provide a modified test ROM with a fixed offset any time. I just need to know the required offset (measured in dots).

The next official ROM update (with an adjustable menu) will probably come in January.

Like most things... if your display is working fine and you don't see any problems there's no need to update. On our SUPPORT page, we provide a list of all updates and what fixes or features were added.

For TAF:
ColorDMD TAF 2.1 ROM Update (Updated Jun 08, 2013)
•2.1: (06/08/13) Corrected issue with ROM reads that could cause intermittent image flicker on some boards.
•2.0: (04/28/13) Updated with SIGMA 32-bit product key.
•1.2: (12/10/12) Improved coloring for European score mode (periods vs commas).
•1.1: (11/12/12) Corrects coloring of scores greater than 1B in attract mode.

Looks great! Please send me an email through our site (info at colordmd dot com) and I'll try to generate a test ROM.

I have a hacked ROM now that shifts it down by four dots which centered it for Guy's setup. Just PM me with your email and I'll forward it to you.

Randy

It's up to 97 colors in the SIGMA 2.3 ROM. It's a tradeoff between making it easy to step through and finding a color you like. With 96 hues across the color spectrum (plus white), the remaining differences in hue are pretty subtle.

Randy

It took a little longer than I hoped, but the official SIGMA 2.4 release is now out with integrated vertical adjustment for the ST speaker panel.

http://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/colordmd-announces-release-of-sigma-24#post-1493926

It lets you use the built-in menus to choose from 97 different static colors and 3 different display effects (including HD upscaling).

It also lets you integrate the display into with external RGB controller (like the ones available from Pinball Refinery or speakerlightkits.com) to dynamically change the color during gameplay.

Find more information here: http://shop.colordmd.com/colordmd-replacement-display-sigma/