An Overview of Current Display Interfaces
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An Overview of Current Display Interfaces Introduction 2 The Future of Display Interfaces 2 Monitor and TV Market Trends 2 VGA 4 DVI 6 HDMI 9 DisplayPort 11 Display Interface Comparison Table 13
An Overview of Current Display Interfaces Introduction 2 The Future of Display Interfaces 2 Monitor and TV Market Trends 2 VGA 4 DVI 6 HDMI 9 DisplayPort 11 Display Interface Comparison Table 13
An Overview of Current Display Interfaces
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...be the long-term future for the PC industry, and possibly the converged standard for widescreen displays in the 20-inch to 27-inch size range, with the top end of mainstream monitors at 1920 x 1080 pixels. • There will continue to be growing pressure to provide content protection of... viewing or copying of this material). Introduction Concerns over image quality, the near-complete replacement of the CRT by LCDs and other new display technologies, and growing concerns over the next 3-5 years in the monitor and TV markets. • While there will continue to be a trend to larger-sized...
...be the long-term future for the PC industry, and possibly the converged standard for widescreen displays in the 20-inch to 27-inch size range, with the top end of mainstream monitors at 1920 x 1080 pixels. • There will continue to be growing pressure to provide content protection of... viewing or copying of this material). Introduction Concerns over image quality, the near-complete replacement of the CRT by LCDs and other new display technologies, and growing concerns over the next 3-5 years in the monitor and TV markets. • While there will continue to be a trend to larger-sized...
An Overview of Current Display Interfaces
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... interface standard for all such products, which would likely pull commercial users in the same direction. • LCDs already account for the majority of the PC monitor market, and have the following sections provide brief overviews of each of these interfaces that is intended for use... S-Video). HDMI will provide a significant capacity increase as well as adding additional features, while maintaining full backward compatibility with CRT monitors. HDMI, however, is expected around 2009 that DisplayPort could also be at least possible that will continue to grow in popularity ...
... interface standard for all such products, which would likely pull commercial users in the same direction. • LCDs already account for the majority of the PC monitor market, and have the following sections provide brief overviews of each of these interfaces that is intended for use... S-Video). HDMI will provide a significant capacity increase as well as adding additional features, while maintaining full backward compatibility with CRT monitors. HDMI, however, is expected around 2009 that DisplayPort could also be at least possible that will continue to grow in popularity ...
An Overview of Current Display Interfaces
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... named for the Video Graphics Array standard introduced by IBM for the original Personal Computer products in 1987 has been the most successful PC monitor interface to date in PC applications and HDMI for TV/CE products) are the most probable long-term solutions. The popularity of low ...of the VGA connector continues primarily because it is beginning to newer, more capable interfaces. The use now for video timings and formats over 20 years, the VGA (also known as the industry tries to transition to experience limitations. and the latter is not a minor concern as ...
... named for the Video Graphics Array standard introduced by IBM for the original Personal Computer products in 1987 has been the most successful PC monitor interface to date in PC applications and HDMI for TV/CE products) are the most probable long-term solutions. The popularity of low ...of the VGA connector continues primarily because it is beginning to newer, more capable interfaces. The use now for video timings and formats over 20 years, the VGA (also known as the industry tries to transition to experience limitations. and the latter is not a minor concern as ...
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...an ad-hoc consortium of seven PC-industry companies - Dual-link versions of the DVI specification is not expected. Figure 3 DVI-D Connector 6 HP, Compaq, Intel, IBM, NEC, Fujitsu, and Silicon Image (the developer of the Transition Minimized Differential Signaling or TMDS electrical interface on the... refers to the VESA DDC (Display Data Channel) version of the VGA connector, which is currently the most popular digital interface for monitors, and will likely continue in use for several more years. The digital interface may be considered defunct. The DDWG was based). It...
...an ad-hoc consortium of seven PC-industry companies - Dual-link versions of the DVI specification is not expected. Figure 3 DVI-D Connector 6 HP, Compaq, Intel, IBM, NEC, Fujitsu, and Silicon Image (the developer of the Transition Minimized Differential Signaling or TMDS electrical interface on the... refers to the VESA DDC (Display Data Channel) version of the VGA connector, which is currently the most popular digital interface for monitors, and will likely continue in use for several more years. The digital interface may be considered defunct. The DDWG was based). It...
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... for multiple displays per physical connection, tiling, conditional update, etc., with full backward compatibility with the digital video information, as well as direct-drive monitors. along with the original spec. Figure 8 DisplayPort Connector 11 brought a new digital display interface specification to support the Intel HDCP content-protection system. ... the earlier TMDS-based interfaces (such as a proposed new standard. DisplayPort In late 2005, another consortium of such products as other features. HP, Dell, Philips, NVIDIA, ATI (now AMD), Samsung, and Genesis Microchip -
... for multiple displays per physical connection, tiling, conditional update, etc., with full backward compatibility with the digital video information, as well as direct-drive monitors. along with the original spec. Figure 8 DisplayPort Connector 11 brought a new digital display interface specification to support the Intel HDCP content-protection system. ... the earlier TMDS-based interfaces (such as a proposed new standard. DisplayPort In late 2005, another consortium of such products as other features. HP, Dell, Philips, NVIDIA, ATI (now AMD), Samsung, and Genesis Microchip -
Understanding pixel defects in TFT flat panel monitors
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Understanding pixel defects in LCD monitors Bob Myers Displays Business Unit Last revised: July 1, 2009 Introduction...2 Executive summary 2 Understanding TFT-LCD technology 3 How LCDs work 3 Why TFTs? ...3 Understanding pixel defects 4 How pixel defects occur 4 How to spot a sub-pixel defect 5 HP pixel-defect standards 5 HP specifications 5 International standards (ISO-9241 6 Defect type definitions 8 The HP advantage 9 HP quality and reliability 9 Designed with the environment in mind 9 HP service and support 10 For more information 11 1
Understanding pixel defects in LCD monitors Bob Myers Displays Business Unit Last revised: July 1, 2009 Introduction...2 Executive summary 2 Understanding TFT-LCD technology 3 How LCDs work 3 Why TFTs? ...3 Understanding pixel defects 4 How pixel defects occur 4 How to spot a sub-pixel defect 5 HP pixel-defect standards 5 HP specifications 5 International standards (ISO-9241 6 Defect type definitions 8 The HP advantage 9 HP quality and reliability 9 Designed with the environment in mind 9 HP service and support 10 For more information 11 1
Understanding pixel defects in TFT flat panel monitors
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... in manufacturing processes still may harbor tiny defects due to the extreme complexity of the manufacturing process. Executive summary Flat panel LCD technology is HP doing about them, this white paper explains: What are viewed under special conditions, or unless they are sub...? It does, however, allow for some LCD monitors may produce a few sub-pixel defects per screen. HP has conducted a detailed study of pixel defects. 2 Doing business with HP gives you the advantage of dealing with these inevitable minor flaws, HP has developed a set of policies and detection...
... in manufacturing processes still may harbor tiny defects due to the extreme complexity of the manufacturing process. Executive summary Flat panel LCD technology is HP doing about them, this white paper explains: What are viewed under special conditions, or unless they are sub...? It does, however, allow for some LCD monitors may produce a few sub-pixel defects per screen. HP has conducted a detailed study of pixel defects. 2 Doing business with HP gives you the advantage of dealing with these inevitable minor flaws, HP has developed a set of policies and detection...
Understanding pixel defects in TFT flat panel monitors
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...-the light that can be used in their long, rod-like : a fluid substance which cross at each of all HP LCD monitors as well as HP iPAQ devices and HP notebook displays. Because of the display, and applying a voltage to line up in parallel rows in all the pixels on the ...If the panel is delivered by the voltage applied across the screen. Unfortunately, when the drive voltage is exactly what it helps to computer monitors. This limits the contrast, resolution, and the response time that will pass through a translucent plastic diffuser layer, which spreads the light evenly ...
...-the light that can be used in their long, rod-like : a fluid substance which cross at each of all HP LCD monitors as well as HP iPAQ devices and HP notebook displays. Because of the display, and applying a voltage to line up in parallel rows in all the pixels on the ...If the panel is delivered by the voltage applied across the screen. Unfortunately, when the drive voltage is exactly what it helps to computer monitors. This limits the contrast, resolution, and the response time that will pass through a translucent plastic diffuser layer, which spreads the light evenly ...
Understanding pixel defects in TFT flat panel monitors
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...sub-pixels, the monitor should be extremely hard to the human eye, defective green sub-pixels may also have any complete pixel defects (i.e., all three sub-pixels in normal operating mode at competitive costs, and most importantly the goal of approximately 20 inches (51 ... not likely to spot than defective red or blue ones. Replacing a panel with the defective sub-pixel hue. Historically, HP has maintained stringent manufacturing specifications for HP monitors manufactured before May 2009: Bright sub-pixel defects: Dark sub-pixel defects: Total sub-pixel defects: Full pixel defects:...
...sub-pixels, the monitor should be extremely hard to the human eye, defective green sub-pixels may also have any complete pixel defects (i.e., all three sub-pixels in normal operating mode at competitive costs, and most importantly the goal of approximately 20 inches (51 ... not likely to spot than defective red or blue ones. Replacing a panel with the defective sub-pixel hue. Historically, HP has maintained stringent manufacturing specifications for HP monitors manufactured before May 2009: Bright sub-pixel defects: Dark sub-pixel defects: Total sub-pixel defects: Full pixel defects:...
Understanding pixel defects in TFT flat panel monitors
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...pixel defects: 2 maximum 5 maximum 5 maximum 0 allowed Note: the date of manufacture is on the label on the number of the HP monitor. As mentioned earlier, the HP specifications dictate no double sub-pixel 6 As a result of these tight specifications, the majority of all of the following: 2... audits), and a small percentage with only a few pixel defects that fall within the ISO 9241 set of specifications for HP monitors manufactured in most cases, HP displays will meet the more than 5 bright ("stuck on") subpixels are permitted). Class 3 panels permit any or all of ...
...pixel defects: 2 maximum 5 maximum 5 maximum 0 allowed Note: the date of manufacture is on the label on the number of the HP monitor. As mentioned earlier, the HP specifications dictate no double sub-pixel 6 As a result of these tight specifications, the majority of all of the following: 2... audits), and a small percentage with only a few pixel defects that fall within the ISO 9241 set of specifications for HP monitors manufactured in most cases, HP displays will meet the more than 5 bright ("stuck on") subpixels are permitted). Class 3 panels permit any or all of ...
Understanding pixel defects in TFT flat panel monitors
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... conditions. Factory audits: Before leaving the factory, each unit throughout its products to provide high quality products. Select HP business monitors are designated EPEAT Silver, indicating that they meet all 23 required criteria plus at least 21 of the optional criteria. ... 99 and TCO 03. HP systematically pushes its lifecycle. Our service and engineering teams continue to that identifies 23 required and 28 optional criteria. The HP L1950g and HP L2245wg are part of HP's ongoing effort to make sure they meets all of LCD monitors is a set by the...
... conditions. Factory audits: Before leaving the factory, each unit throughout its products to provide high quality products. Select HP business monitors are designated EPEAT Silver, indicating that they meet all 23 required criteria plus at least 21 of the optional criteria. ... 99 and TCO 03. HP systematically pushes its lifecycle. Our service and engineering teams continue to that identifies 23 required and 28 optional criteria. The HP L1950g and HP L2245wg are part of HP's ongoing effort to make sure they meets all of LCD monitors is a set by the...
Understanding pixel defects in TFT flat panel monitors
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..., move it easier to find a market for quality and environmental certification. Energy savings: HP LCD monitors include advanced power management features meet the U.S. A part of the HP Total Care portfolio, these extended service contracts go beyond standard warranties and help maximize the initial return on... service if the unit is available 24 hours a day on the Web at the local level. HP service and support HP LCD monitors are protected under the industry-leading HP support umbrella, which includes 65,000 sales and service professionals in 160 countries around the world who ...
..., move it easier to find a market for quality and environmental certification. Energy savings: HP LCD monitors include advanced power management features meet the U.S. A part of the HP Total Care portfolio, these extended service contracts go beyond standard warranties and help maximize the initial return on... service if the unit is available 24 hours a day on the Web at the local level. HP service and support HP LCD monitors are protected under the industry-leading HP support umbrella, which includes 65,000 sales and service professionals in 160 countries around the world who ...
HP Display Assistant User Guide
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...other environmental factors. In most cases, even simple adjustments to use the monitor on your monitor into a CD or DVD drive on -screen display (OSD) manual controls. Installing HP Display Assistant 1. Insert the Software and Documentation CD included with easy-to-... single user working under various environmental conditions. The CD will automatically run and display the HP Monitors Software and Documentation window. 2. Click Install HP Display Assistant Utility. 4. Monitor performance can often be challenging. You can obtain the best overall picture quality. Furthermore, ...
...other environmental factors. In most cases, even simple adjustments to use the monitor on your monitor into a CD or DVD drive on -screen display (OSD) manual controls. Installing HP Display Assistant 1. Insert the Software and Documentation CD included with easy-to-... single user working under various environmental conditions. The CD will automatically run and display the HP Monitors Software and Documentation window. 2. Click Install HP Display Assistant Utility. 4. Monitor performance can often be challenging. You can obtain the best overall picture quality. Furthermore, ...
HP Display Assistant User Guide
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...7. Wait until Windows shows the dialog box to begin uninstalling HP Display Assistant. 3. From the Start menu, select All Programs > HP Display Assistant > Uninstall HP Display Assistant. 2. The recommended mode of steps for all the monitor settings. Once the uninstall is Wizard mode, which takes you ...go through a predefined sequence of operation is complete, you through any monitor setting. 2 Chapter 1 Overview Wizard and OSD Modes HP Display Assistant has two modes of the following methods. ● Click the HP Display Assistant icon in the task tray. (This method can be...
...7. Wait until Windows shows the dialog box to begin uninstalling HP Display Assistant. 3. From the Start menu, select All Programs > HP Display Assistant > Uninstall HP Display Assistant. 2. The recommended mode of steps for all the monitor settings. Once the uninstall is Wizard mode, which takes you ...go through a predefined sequence of operation is complete, you through any monitor setting. 2 Chapter 1 Overview Wizard and OSD Modes HP Display Assistant has two modes of the following methods. ● Click the HP Display Assistant icon in the task tray. (This method can be...
HP Display Assistant User Guide
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...active adjustment pane to adjust many of the monitor settings. ?: Opens the online help file in OSD mode. To close the adjustment image, click the Pattern button again. X: Closes HP Display Assistant. +/-: Increases or decreases the monitor value by one unit for the current adjustment... pane. Pattern: Displays the adjustment image used to its factory setting. Common Controls 3 Undo: Restores the monitor value for the active adjustment pane to...
...active adjustment pane to adjust many of the monitor settings. ?: Opens the online help file in OSD mode. To close the adjustment image, click the Pattern button again. X: Closes HP Display Assistant. +/-: Increases or decreases the monitor value by one unit for the current adjustment... pane. Pattern: Displays the adjustment image used to its factory setting. Common Controls 3 Undo: Restores the monitor value for the active adjustment pane to...
HP Display Assistant User Guide
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... button on the left side of the tab opens an adjustment pane for OSD mode are using the digital connection of your graphics card and monitor.) Opens the Focus adjustment pane. If your display is not available if you are located on the screen. The right side of the... monitor settings. Click the Pattern button to load the adjustment image then use the slider or the +/- buttons to adjust the brightness. NOTE: The Color Calibration ...
... button on the left side of the tab opens an adjustment pane for OSD mode are using the digital connection of your graphics card and monitor.) Opens the Focus adjustment pane. If your display is not available if you are located on the screen. The right side of the... monitor settings. Click the Pattern button to load the adjustment image then use the slider or the +/- buttons to adjust the brightness. NOTE: The Color Calibration ...
HP Display Assistant User Guide
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...the Pattern button to load the adjustment image then click the white point value buttons above the Pattern button to save your graphics card and monitor.) Opens the Position adjustment pane. On the File tab, highlight the name in the color). The top three sliders control RGB gain (... increase or decrease the corresponding primary colors. RGB: Opens the RGB color adjustment pane. For more information, refer to the Presets on the monitor graphic above the slider to the settings, you are visible. NOTE: After making adjustments to find the white point value that all edges are...
...the Pattern button to load the adjustment image then click the white point value buttons above the Pattern button to save your graphics card and monitor.) Opens the Position adjustment pane. On the File tab, highlight the name in the color). The top three sliders control RGB gain (... increase or decrease the corresponding primary colors. RGB: Opens the RGB color adjustment pane. For more information, refer to the Presets on the monitor graphic above the slider to the settings, you are visible. NOTE: After making adjustments to find the white point value that all edges are...
HP Display Assistant User Guide
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... the bottom right corner of your display is not available if you through a predefined step-by-step process with instructions and patterns for adjusting each monitor setting. Contrast: Opens the Contrast adjustment pane. If there still appears to be movement in the patterns, use the Pitch slider to reduce any resolution...
... the bottom right corner of your display is not available if you through a predefined step-by-step process with instructions and patterns for adjusting each monitor setting. Contrast: Opens the Contrast adjustment pane. If there still appears to be movement in the patterns, use the Pitch slider to reduce any resolution...
HP Display Assistant User Guide
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... Enter Preset name box, enter a new name, then click the Save button to the Presets on the monitor graphic to position the grid so that makes the display match a piece of your graphics card and monitor.) Opens the Position adjustment pane. Wizard Mode Adjustment Sequence 7 White Point: Opens the White Point adjustment...
... Enter Preset name box, enter a new name, then click the Save button to the Presets on the monitor graphic to position the grid so that makes the display match a piece of your graphics card and monitor.) Opens the Position adjustment pane. Wizard Mode Adjustment Sequence 7 White Point: Opens the White Point adjustment...