Multi function display too bright
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2010 S550
Multi function display too bright
I replaced the multi function display on my 2002 c320. It is now bright orange and you can barley see the text. Has anyone else run into this issue?
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Just curious, where did you purchase?
Got mine in the group buy a while back but I see there is a seller on ebay with these now, taninautoelectronix. (.com also) Not affiliated!
Yes, mine is somewhat pixelated, but at least it's readable in hot weather.
I had thought of putting some tint film on it.
Maybe try that.
Also, you can adjust the brightness a bit by turning the trip odometer
button, it adjusts the brightness of the dash lights and the MFD.
Got mine in the group buy a while back but I see there is a seller on ebay with these now, taninautoelectronix. (.com also) Not affiliated!
Yes, mine is somewhat pixelated, but at least it's readable in hot weather.
I had thought of putting some tint film on it.
Maybe try that.
Also, you can adjust the brightness a bit by turning the trip odometer
button, it adjusts the brightness of the dash lights and the MFD.
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I purchased it at Tanin Auto Electronix off of ebay. I am wondering if the orange filter came out when I removed the old unit. As I recall when I put the new one in it was on a white backing. I may try the tinting film
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That does dim it. The issue is the text on the display blends into the background. I was told it may be the wrong chip embedded into the display for my instrument cluster or a damaged cable. I am going to send it back for a replacement.
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Have a pic? Might be defective screen or a voltage issue that I ran into trying a cheap screen. Others have had the issue with certain IC in various years. I helped out with a group buy of an Italian aftermarket screen and got to learn a lot about them lol
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I was told by a Mercedes electric tech it is most likely a bad chip in the screen. I am sending it back for a refund. I ordered the correct one for the car from another supplier. I will let everyone know what happens when I install it.
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