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Step 4The Screen
Most people use a PSone Screen. They are cheap compared to other screens, they are a nice size at 5.4", and they accept composite input without modification. If you are getting a PS1 screen, MAKE SURE you get the round-shaped one. Do not get the square ones; they are of horrible quality. If you are getting a PS1 screen, make sure your batteries are at least 7.5v. They can be above that, but you must perform an extra step if they are above 9v. That step will be discussed later.
Many other screens can be used. If you do not decide to get a PS1 screen, make sure the one you do get can accept composite input, and get one that runs under 12v, or picking out batteries will be very difficult. Many pocket TV screens can be used, like the Casio pocket screens.
Other good screens are as follows:
Hipgear/Intec Screenpad: 1.8", good quality. Runs on 5-12v. Here are pinouts and other info. Has audio amp. Find them at garage sales or possible eBay.
AEIComp Screens: 1.8" to 17". Expensive, but great quality. Here is a guide to making it smaller and where to attach video. No built-in audio amp. Takes 5-12v.
DealExtreme Screens: 2.5", 3", and 3.5". Good quality, cheapish. Here is a guide for the 2.5" one. All take 7.5-12v.
Casio EV-680: Good quality, takes 5-6v. Hacking Information. Look on eBay for these, or maybe garage sales. Other Casio TV's are good, as well.
Many other screens can be used. If you do not decide to get a PS1 screen, make sure the one you do get can accept composite input, and get one that runs under 12v, or picking out batteries will be very difficult. Many pocket TV screens can be used, like the Casio pocket screens.
Other good screens are as follows:
Hipgear/Intec Screenpad: 1.8", good quality. Runs on 5-12v. Here are pinouts and other info. Has audio amp. Find them at garage sales or possible eBay.
AEIComp Screens: 1.8" to 17". Expensive, but great quality. Here is a guide to making it smaller and where to attach video. No built-in audio amp. Takes 5-12v.
DealExtreme Screens: 2.5", 3", and 3.5". Good quality, cheapish. Here is a guide for the 2.5" one. All take 7.5-12v.
Casio EV-680: Good quality, takes 5-6v. Hacking Information. Look on eBay for these, or maybe garage sales. Other Casio TV's are good, as well.
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http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Mini-3-5-TFT-LCD-Car-Rearview-Reverse-Monitor-Camera-/390279560885?pt=UK_Audio_TV_Electronics_In_Car_Entertainment_GPS_In_Car_Audio_Players_PP&hash=item5ade797eb5 (Search "3.5 monitor" in ebay and see what comes up) However, if you get one of these screens you will need an audio amplifier as they do not have built-in speakers. If you are a beginner I would suggest NOT to use one of these because it can get fairly complicated. I would suggest a Sony PsOne Screen since it is very good for beginners because it it runs on a fairly low voltage, has built-in speakers and there are a lot of instructions on using it (like in this instructable for example). If you need help or information, you should check the ModdedByBacteria, BenHeck and ModRetro forums, since they all have LOADS of information about these sorts of things and the people there are very helpful and friendly. E.g. Here: http://moddedbybacteria.freeforums.org/screens-f26.html Hope this helped :)
Why would you ruin a ds?
http://www.amazon.com/inch-standalone-headrest-monitor-screen/dp/B001THVKQ6/ref=sr_1_24?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1244584736&sr=1-24
http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.15001
http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.15000
Will either of these work?