TFT modules target harsh industrial applications.

Ginsbury has announced the introduction of two small-format TFT display modules from Japanese display manufacturer Kyocera. The addition of a 4.2-inch and a 5.0-inch display module expands the range of TFT display modules available from Kyocera.

The design of the new display modules is based on automotive specification requirements and boasts an extended operating temperature range of -30°C to +85°C and a storage temperature range of -40°C to 85°C. In addition, an anti-glare surface treatment improves readability in bright ambient environments.

The new 4.2-inch TFT display (T-57152GD042H-LW-AAN) features a resolution of 480 x 272 pixels. A contrast ratio of 1200:1, brightness rating of 700 cd/m² and 160 degree horizontal and vertical viewing angles ensure excellent optical performance. A 6-bit RGB CMOS interface provides up to 262K colours. The display module features compact mechanical outline dimensions of 102.5mm (w) x 67.0mm (h) x 8.5mm (d)

The 5.0-inch display module (T-55923GD050J-LW-ABN) is a portrait mode VGA display that features a resolution of 480 x 640 pixels. Optical characteristics include a brightness rating of 800 cd/m² and a 500:1 contrast ratio. Viewing angles are 140 degrees horizontal and 110 degrees vertical. The module has an 8-bit RGB CMOS data interface supporting up to 16.7M colours. Mechanical outline dimensions are 98.0mm (w) x 119.0mm (h) x 10.5mm (d)

Ken Berry, product marketing manager at Ginsbury said, “Portable outdoor devices are often exposed to variations in environmental conditions such as temperature and humidity. The new extended temperature range Kyocera TFT display modules are specifically designed to provide reliable operation in challenging conditions.”

Both modules are targeted for use in harsh, wide operating temperature environments and applications such outdoor controls, industrial systems, navigation units and construction equipment.

Display backlight lifetime extended.

Ginsbury has announced that Kyocera is to increase the LED backlight lifetime in twenty-six of its TFT LCD modules. The Japanese display manufacturer will increase the backlight lifetime to 100,000 hours across a range of displays to provide greater usability and improved reliability.

The long-life backlight portfolio includes display modules from Kyocera's range of Advanced Wide View (AWV) displays, Super High Brightness (SHB) panels and a number of popular standard modules. Display module sizes range from 4.3-inch to 12.1-inch displays. All extended lifetime modules feature an extended operating temperature range of -30°C to +85°C.

Neville Milward, Director, Ginsbury explained, “Kyocera's display development strategy is to design and produce displays for the industrial market. In simple terms this means display modules with high reliability characteristics and an extended operating lifetime."

The improved efficiency of the backlights in the Kyocera display modules has enabled an increase the lifetime of the display. The enhanced modules are particularly suited for applications that require continuous 24-hour operation over extended periods in harsh environments.

Kyocera is also starting to employ a company-wide environmental strategy to reduce electrical waste, produce more reliable, longer lasting displays and ensure the long term availability of existing display modules.

All Kyocera TFT displays with extended backlight lifetime are available from Ginsbury immediately.

High brightness displays!

Ginsbury has announced the introduction of two new high-brightness Kyocera TFT LCD displays.  

The Kyocera 10.4-inch TCG104XGLP and 12.1-inch TCG121XGLP both feature XGA (1024 x 768 pixels) resolution and Kyocera's Advanced Wide View (AWV) technology which enables display images to be easily seen from 85-degree viewing angles in all directions (left, right, up and down).

Both displays feature the latest high-efficiency, LED backlights with brightness ratings of 1300cd/m² for the 10.4-inch module and 1200cd/m² for the 12.1-inch module. No additional components are required to drive the backlights as an integrated LED driver circuit is included in both display modules. Backlight lifetime is an estimated 70K hours to 50% brightness.

Advanced Wide View technology, high contrast ratios of 700:1 and 750:1 respectively, and an anti-glare polariser contribute to ensure that display images are bright, colourful and easily read in high ambient light environments. Kyocera AWV displays are inherently suitable for demanding indoor and outdoor applications where optimum viewing angle performance is required such as aerospace, marine navigation, medical, point-of sale, test and measurement, and process control.

Neville Milward, director, Ginsbury commented, "Advanced Wide View is Kyocera's implementation of in-plane switching (IPS) and achieves a viewing angle of greater than 170° (horizontal and vertical).  This guarantees that the colour fidelity of the display image is accurately represented when viewed from any direction. The can be particularly important in many applications that require the display image to be clearly visible from multiple viewing directions and often viewed by more than one operator."

Both display modules have a standard 20-pin LVDS interface that supports 6 or 8-bit RGB data enabling a colour palette of up to 16.7M colours. The 10.4-inch display module features outline dimensions of 230mm (w) x 180.2mm (h) x 10.5mm (d) and 260.5mm (w) x 203mm (h) x 10.3mm (d) for the 12.1-inch module. An operating temperature range of -30°C to +80°C is supported.

On-cell touch enhances image readability while reducing display weight and thickness.

Ginsbury has announced the availability of a new Kyocera 7.0-inch TFT display featuring a fully integrated On-cell touch panel. The TCG070WVLR*PC*-GD*118 is the first Kyocera TFT display to be offered with an On-cell projected capacitive touch panel. The touch panel cover glass, touch sensor and controller are fully integrated into the display module to yield a thin, lightweight LCD panel which provides superior light transmission and improved optical performance.

An On-cell touch panel differs from a bonded projective capacitive touch panel in its mechanical construction, in that the cover glass and touch sensor are fully integrated into the LCD cell, thus enabling a reduction in overall module thickness and weight. Production process costs are also reduced as there is no additional optical bonding required following the final assembly of the display module. Improved light transmission enhances outdoor readability due to a reduction of air gaps in the panel.

The On-cell touch panel provides the same electrical and touch characteristics as a bonded projected capacitive touch panel. An additional benefit, is the guaranteed operation of the touch panel, due to the improved immunity to electrical noise from the LCD and the internally mounted touch panel controller IC.

The touch panel features 12-bit (4096 x 4096) resolution and 2 discrete touch points. The 5-pin touch panel interface supports a USB interface and can be used with a Windows or Linux based OS. The active area of the On-cell touch panel mirrors that of the active area of the display at 152.4mm (w) x 91.44mm (h). The surface film of the display is anti-glare and has an anti-fingerprint treatment.

The 7.0-inch wide VGA (WVGA) display features a resolution of 800 x 480 pixels and a 15:9 aspect ratio. Optical characteristics include a contrast ratio of 650:1, while the LED backlight has a brightness of 350cd/m² and an estimated 70,000 hour lifetime to 50% minimum brightness. A 30-pin single channel LVDS data interface featuring 6-bit RGB enables a colour palette of up to 262K colours. The display module has outline dimensions of 169.8mm (w) x 109.7mm (h) x 9.2mm (d) and an active display area of 152.4mm (w) x 91.44mm (h). The display has an operating temperature range of -20° to +70°C and supports storage from -30° to +80°C.

Kyocera TFT modules have high contrast and brightness up to 1500 cd/m² which make them suitable for outdoor and rugged environments. New product enhancements such as on-cell touch displays and haptic feedback are becoming increasingly important in Kyocera's forward thinking HMI strategy.

Enhanced viewing angle performance for demanding applications!

A new Kyocera Advanced Wide View TFT display module has been announced by Ginsbury. The 7.0-inch T-55785GD070J-LW-AFN has been developed to provide superior image quality and wide viewing angles with maximum colour accuracy. Advanced Wide View (AWV), Kyocera's implementation of in-plane switching (IPS), achieves a viewing angle of greater than 170° (horizontal and vertical) and ensures that the colour fidelity of the display image is accurately represented when viewed from any direction.

Featuring a contrast ratio of 750:1 and the latest high-efficiency, long-life LED backlight, the 7.0-inch AWV module has a brightness level of 1000cd/m² which provides an ideal solution for many outdoor applications requiring sunlight readability. To aid usage and installation, the T-55785GD070J-LW-AFN is equipped with a built-in LED driver circuit. The integrated LED driver circuit includes a full dimming function and no further additional components are required to drive the backlight. The 70,000 hour lifetime backlight is designed to provide lower power consumption by using the latest developments in LED and light guide technology.

Neville Milward, Director, Ginsbury explained, "Many industrial and medical applications will often require the display image to be clearly visible from many viewing directions and often viewed by multiple operators at the same time. Kyocera AWV displays are inherently suitable for demanding indoor and outdoor applications where optimum viewing angle performance is required."

The transmissive 7.0-inch display features WVGA resolution (800 x 480 pixels) and a 30-pin data interface implementing a standard 20-pin LVDS interface to enable simple integration and operation. The display module has outline dimensions of 169.8mm (w) x 109.7mm (h) x 9.7mm (d) and an active display area of 152.4mm (w) x 91.44mm (h). The display supports a wide operating temperature range of -30°C to 80°C.

Kyocera Advanced Wide View technology solves the colour shifting problems inherent in traditional twisted nematic (TN) and Vertical Alignment (VA) type TFT displays. AWV offers an 85° viewing angle in all directions (left/right, up/down) due to the use of new materials and a redesigned LCD cell structure replacing the traditional twisted nematic (TN) structure.

LCD distribution for Ireland & Britain

Ginsbury to support LCD module business for Kyocera and recently acquired Optrex

Ginsbury has announced a Britain and Ireland distribution agreement with LCD manufacturer Kyocera Display Corporation. Ginsbury will promote and support a wide range of Kyocera passive STN and active TFT LCD flat panel displays. Ginsbury will also continue to support and manage existing Optrex LCD business brought about by the recent acquisition of Optrex Corporation by Kyocera.

Neville Milward, Director, Ginsbury said, “The addition of Kyocera to our franchised supplier portfolio strengthens our display proposition across many different applications and vertical markets. Kyocera has an excellent reputation for producing a broad range of high quality, standard display modules,” he continued, “Kyocera will enable us to design in, support and supply many market sectors with high quality display solutions with the knowledge of a commitment to maintaining product longevity for our customers.”

Phil Blake, UK and Scandinavia Regional Sales Manager, Kyocera commented, “We are confident that new and existing customers in the UK will benefit significantly with the addition of Ginsbury as our franchised distribution partner. We are impressed with Ginsbury’s approach to product marketing which is highly focused and features strong technical support. There are many premium, niche manufacturers that need the focused approach of a specialist technical design-in distributor. The design-in phase is essential and Ginsbury have exhibited the knowledge and experience required to develop new business opportunities for Kyocera. We look forward to building a successful relationship with Ginsbury and creating new business growth.”

Blake added, “Our relationship with existing Optrex customers will not be affected by the change of ownership. We are fully committed to supporting legacy business and maintaining the continuity of supply to an established and highly valued customer base.”

Kyocera Display Corporation was formed following the recent acquisition of LCD manufacturer Optrex Corporation. The acquisition has enabled Kyocera to expand its LCD product offering and manufacturing capabilities for high quality, small to medium sized display modules and touchscreen based products.