5" Portable HDMI Monitor with Integrated Cover/Stand

I was in need of a mini monitor to use with my laptop to show system information whilst gaming at LAN events, so brought myself the 5" Adafruit HDMI Backpack. Initially I transported it in the padded bag it came in and used a phone stand to hold it, but this quickly became a hassle. I looked online for cases for the backpack, but none of them provided protection for the screen. Also, I wanted it to be raised up so it would match the height of my laptop's screen when on it's own stand. So, I went about designing a case and this is the result.

The monitor consists of 4 unique parts:

• 1x Cover
• 1x Front Bezel
• 1x Back
• 2x Arm

Components needed:

• 1x 5" HDMI Backpack (https://www.adafruit.com/product/2260)
• 1x Mini Power Switch for brightness adjust (https://shop.pimoroni.com/products/spdt-mini-power-switch)
• 8x M2.5x12 Screws to attach the arms
• 4x M3x6 Screws to attach the back and monitor to the front bezel

Once assembled, the cover piece acts both as protection for the screen and a stand when unfolded. In the unfolded position the bottom of the screen is just over 10cm from the surface, and has a 5 degree upwards tilt. When closed, a clip that is part of the cover keeps it shut.

Note that unlike some cases I've seen this does not include its own battery. Instead it is intended to be powered from USB.

I have been using this monitor for about a year now and it has been great! Being able to quickly fold it up and shove it in a bag has made it a regular addition to my portable gaming setup.

Print Settings

Printer Brand:

Prusa

Printer:

i3 MK2S

Rafts:

No

Supports:

Yes

Resolution:

0.2mm

Infill:

10%

Notes:

I printed this in PLA, using Black, Prusa Silver, and Rigid.ink Silver.rnrnSupports are only needed on the back and cover parts, and that's only from the build plate. To get a clean outer surface I printed them facing up, with support material filling the inside. They could be printed the other way around to reduce print times, but this would still need support material.

Post-Printing

Assembly of the mini monitor should be fairly straightforward if you use the images for reference. The only thing to note is that the brightness switch needs to be inserted in to the front bezel before the LCD panel is. For instructions on soldering up the brightness switch, visit the Adafruit guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/adafruit-5-800x480-tft-hdmi-monitor-touchscreen-backpack/pinouts