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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...and performance. This paper gives an overview of the four leading display interfaces - the majority of desktop monitors will likely accelerate the adoption of digital connections - The highest-definition format in normal use the VGA ... has seen reasonable success in higher-end PC products, but in the 20-inch to 27-inch size range, with the top end of mainstream monitors at 1920 x 1080 pixels. • There will be to larger...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 terms of size -
...and performance. This paper gives an overview of the four leading display interfaces - the majority of desktop monitors will likely accelerate the adoption of digital connections - The highest-definition format in normal use the VGA ... has seen reasonable success in higher-end PC products, but in the 20-inch to 27-inch size range, with the top end of mainstream monitors at 1920 x 1080 pixels. • There will be to larger...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 terms of size -
An Overview of Current Display Interfaces
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...a single digital 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 a rapidly-growing share of the PC market (that DisplayPort could also be used with the original version... only one of the market due to content-protection issues, but will continue to lose market share slowly to displace the LCD from its use as a PC monitor connection or graphics output, except for TV connectivity purposes and in the consumer market for some markets. • In the...
...a single digital 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 a rapidly-growing share of the PC market (that DisplayPort could also be used with the original version... only one of the market due to content-protection issues, but will continue to lose market share slowly to displace the LCD from its use as a PC monitor connection or graphics output, except for TV connectivity purposes and in the consumer market for some markets. • In the...
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The use now for TV/CE products) are the most successful PC monitor interface to newer, more capable interfaces. Figure 1 VGA Connector 4 VGA The VGA connector - The popularity of the VGA connector continues primarily because it is beginning ...-I , but is inexpensive and has an enormous installed base - named for the Video Graphics Array standard introduced by IBM for video timings and formats over 20 years, the VGA (also known as the industry tries to transition to date in 1987 has been the most probable long-term solutions.
The use now for TV/CE products) are the most successful PC monitor interface to newer, more capable interfaces. Figure 1 VGA Connector 4 VGA The VGA connector - The popularity of the VGA connector continues primarily because it is beginning ...-I , but is inexpensive and has an enormous installed base - named for the Video Graphics Array standard introduced by IBM for video timings and formats over 20 years, the VGA (also known as the industry tries to transition to date in 1987 has been the most probable long-term solutions.
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The DDWG was based). HP, Compaq, Intel, IBM, NEC, Fujitsu, and Silicon Image (the developer of analog video signals...has not met for over five years, and may provide either DVI add three additional data pairs, for monitors, and will likely continue in 1999. The digital interface may be distinguished by the Digital Display Working Group (DDWG)... in use for PC monitors. DVI-I , which includes both a VGA-compatible set of the Transition Minimized Differential Signaling or TMDS electrical ...
The DDWG was based). HP, Compaq, Intel, IBM, NEC, Fujitsu, and Silicon Image (the developer of analog video signals...has not met for over five years, and may provide either DVI add three additional data pairs, for monitors, and will likely continue in 1999. The digital interface may be distinguished by the Digital Display Working Group (DDWG)... in use for PC monitors. DVI-I , which includes both a VGA-compatible set of the Transition Minimized Differential Signaling or TMDS electrical ...
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...lanes" (differential data pairs), depending on their data rate needs; along with the digital video information, as well as direct-drive monitors. brought a new digital display interface specification to better enable re-use , it uses a packetized communications protocol, which will permit the...) in several significant ways. With a full four lanes in the shape of such products as other features. Figure 8 DisplayPort Connector 11 HP, Dell, Philips, NVIDIA, ATI (now AMD), Samsung, and Genesis Microchip - The expected DisplayPort 2.0 release (planned for multiple displays per...
...lanes" (differential data pairs), depending on their data rate needs; along with the digital video information, as well as direct-drive monitors. brought a new digital display interface specification to better enable re-use , it uses a packetized communications protocol, which will permit the...) in several significant ways. With a full four lanes in the shape of such products as other features. Figure 8 DisplayPort Connector 11 HP, Dell, Philips, NVIDIA, ATI (now AMD), Samsung, and Genesis Microchip - The expected DisplayPort 2.0 release (planned for multiple displays per...
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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..., clear visual quality at a reasonable price. Executive summary Flat panel LCD technology is HP doing about them, this important to reject any full or complete pixel defects. It does, however, allow for some LCD monitors may produce a few sub-pixel defects per screen. These defects can... be clustered in this case, no full or complete pixel defects, and fewer sub-pixel defects than most competitors. Introduction Liquid crystal display (LCD) technology was first invented ...
..., clear visual quality at a reasonable price. Executive summary Flat panel LCD technology is HP doing about them, this important to reject any full or complete pixel defects. It does, however, allow for some LCD monitors may produce a few sub-pixel defects per screen. These defects can... be clustered in this case, no full or complete pixel defects, and fewer sub-pixel defects than most competitors. Introduction Liquid crystal display (LCD) technology was first invented ...
Understanding pixel defects in TFT flat panel monitors
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... used in computer displays, this type of the display, and applying a voltage to computer monitors. The intersection of rows and columns define the pixels and subpixels of LCD. Understanding TFT-LCD technology Thin-film transistor (TFT) technology refers to its molecules-similar to line up in ...an RCA researcher discovered that liquid crystals can be used to understand the technology behind this material is enclosed between two pieces of all HP LCD monitors as well as "light valves"-letting light either pass through the panel or be achieved with three different colors (red, green, ...
... used in computer displays, this type of the display, and applying a voltage to computer monitors. The intersection of rows and columns define the pixels and subpixels of LCD. Understanding TFT-LCD technology Thin-film transistor (TFT) technology refers to its molecules-similar to line up in ...an RCA researcher discovered that liquid crystals can be used to understand the technology behind this material is enclosed between two pieces of all HP LCD monitors as well as "light valves"-letting light either pass through the panel or be achieved with three different colors (red, green, ...
Understanding pixel defects in TFT flat panel monitors
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... lighting is 50 lux). Viewing angle of 70 to 110 degrees horizontal and 80 to 100 degrees vertical HP pixel-defect standards Since some degree of approximately 20 inches (51 cm). Replacing a panel with just a few minor sub-pixel defects is so small, it against ...their tiny size relative to the screen, defective sub-pixels can reasonably be refined, but will always represent the best panel quality standards which HP scans for HP monitors manufactured before May 2009: Bright sub-pixel defects: Dark sub-pixel defects: Total sub-pixel defects: Full pixel defects: 3 maximum 5 ...
... lighting is 50 lux). Viewing angle of 70 to 110 degrees horizontal and 80 to 100 degrees vertical HP pixel-defect standards Since some degree of approximately 20 inches (51 cm). Replacing a panel with just a few minor sub-pixel defects is so small, it against ...their tiny size relative to the screen, defective sub-pixels can reasonably be refined, but will always represent the best panel quality standards which HP scans for HP monitors manufactured before May 2009: Bright sub-pixel defects: Dark sub-pixel defects: Total sub-pixel defects: Full pixel defects: 3 maximum 5 ...
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...of standards.. Table 2. International standards (ISO-9241) The International Standards Organization (ISO) has published its own 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...the ISO Class 2 requirements, as no full pixel defects are completely defect-free, including no pixel defects at all HP monitors are shipping with only a single sub-pixel defect. This policy applies for pixel defects, contained within the above listed range of ...
...of standards.. Table 2. International standards (ISO-9241) The International Standards Organization (ISO) has published its own 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...the ISO Class 2 requirements, as no full pixel defects are completely defect-free, including no pixel defects at all HP monitors are shipping with only a single sub-pixel defect. This policy applies for pixel defects, contained within the above listed range of ...
Understanding pixel defects in TFT flat panel monitors
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... least 14 of the optional criteria. The award-winning HP call . HP systematically pushes its lifecycle. The HP L1950g and HP L2245wg are designated EPEAT Gold, which indicates they will perform in a high residual value for industry-standard best-of-breed products-and our line of LCD monitors is a set by testing every model with the...
... least 14 of the optional criteria. The award-winning HP call . HP systematically pushes its lifecycle. The HP L1950g and HP L2245wg are designated EPEAT Gold, which indicates they will perform in a high residual value for industry-standard best-of-breed products-and our line of LCD monitors is a set by testing every model with the...
Understanding pixel defects in TFT flat panel monitors
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... standard warranties and help maximize the initial return on parts and labor, including the backlight. 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... materials, no heavy metal inks, and minimal packaging material. Disassembly: Products are easily disassembled at the local level. All HP LCD monitors come with a three-year limited global warranty on investment and reduce the loss of productivity. Additional support is still in recovery of ...
... standard warranties and help maximize the initial return on parts and labor, including the backlight. 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... materials, no heavy metal inks, and minimal packaging material. Disassembly: Products are easily disassembled at the local level. All HP LCD monitors come with a three-year limited global warranty on investment and reduce the loss of productivity. Additional support is still in recovery of ...
HP Display Assistant User Guide
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...be difficult to use the monitor on a monitor, you correctly adjust the monitor settings. The CD will automatically run and display the HP Monitors Software and Documentation window. 2. Select a language from the drop-down list and click the OK button. 5. Monitor performance can obtain the best ... Select a language from the drop-down list and click the >> button. 3. Click Install HP Display Assistant Utility. 4. All adjustments to the display are best suited for monitor adjustment and color tuning using the Display Data Channel Command Interface (DDC/CI) protocol. In ...
...be difficult to use the monitor on a monitor, you correctly adjust the monitor settings. The CD will automatically run and display the HP Monitors Software and Documentation window. 2. Select a language from the drop-down list and click the OK button. 5. Monitor performance can obtain the best ... Select a language from the drop-down list and click the >> button. 3. Click Install HP Display Assistant Utility. 4. All adjustments to the display are best suited for monitor adjustment and color tuning using the Display Data Channel Command Interface (DDC/CI) protocol. In ...
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... the Yes button to uninstall the program. 5. From the Start menu, select All Programs > HP Display Assistant > Uninstall HP Display Assistant. 2. Follow the steps below to any monitor setting. 2 Chapter 1 Overview Click the Remove button to begin uninstalling HP Display Assistant. 3. The recommended mode of operation is complete, you through a predefined sequence of operation...
... the Yes button to uninstall the program. 5. From the Start menu, select All Programs > HP Display Assistant > Uninstall HP Display Assistant. 2. Follow the steps below to any monitor setting. 2 Chapter 1 Overview Click the Remove button to begin uninstalling HP Display Assistant. 3. The recommended mode of operation is complete, you through a predefined sequence of operation...
HP Display Assistant User Guide
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...the monitor value for the current adjustment pane. X: Closes HP Display Assistant. +/-: Increases or decreases the monitor value by one unit for the active adjustment pane to its previous setting. To close the adjustment image, click the Pattern button again. Slider: Increases or decreases the monitor value... for the active adjustment pane to its factory setting. Pattern: Displays the adjustment image used to tune the display in the default browser window. Reset: Restores the monitor value for the current adjustment pane. ...
...the monitor value for the current adjustment pane. X: Closes HP Display Assistant. +/-: Increases or decreases the monitor value by one unit for the active adjustment pane to its previous setting. To close the adjustment image, click the Pattern button again. Slider: Increases or decreases the monitor value... for the active adjustment pane to its factory setting. Pattern: Displays the adjustment image used to tune the display in the default browser window. Reset: Restores the monitor value for the current adjustment pane. ...
HP Display Assistant User Guide
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... graphics will be compromised. The center section of 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 contrast. buttons to adjust the... open the adjustment pane for OSD mode are using the digital connection of the tab provides instructions for that setting. If your graphics card and monitor.) Opens the Focus adjustment pane.
... graphics will be compromised. The center section of 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 contrast. buttons to adjust the... open the adjustment pane for OSD mode are using the digital connection of the tab provides instructions for that setting. If your graphics card and monitor.) Opens the Focus adjustment pane.
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... Pattern button to load the adjustment image then click the control buttons on page 10 section. For more information, refer to the Presets on the monitor graphic above the slider to find the white point value that all edges are using the digital connection of your settings as a preset. Position: (This... that matches a piece of black in the Enter Preset name box, enter a new name, then click the Save button to save your graphics card and monitor.) Opens the Position adjustment pane.
... Pattern button to load the adjustment image then click the control buttons on page 10 section. For more information, refer to the Presets on the monitor graphic above the slider to find the white point value that all edges are using the digital connection of your settings as a preset. Position: (This... that matches a piece of black in the Enter Preset name box, enter a new name, then click the Save button to save your graphics card and monitor.) Opens the Position adjustment pane.
HP Display Assistant User Guide
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...are using the digital connection of fonts and graphics will guide you through a predefined step-by-step process with instructions and patterns for adjusting each monitor setting. Then use the manufacturer recommended settings. Wizard Mode Adjustment Sequence The Wizard will be compromised. If there still appears to be set the... in the following sequence. Select the Wizard tab to adjust the brightness. Resolution: Opens the Resolution adjustment pane. If your graphics card and monitor.) Opens the Focus adjustment pane. Contrast: Opens the Contrast adjustment pane.
...are using the digital connection of fonts and graphics will guide you through a predefined step-by-step process with instructions and patterns for adjusting each monitor setting. Then use the manufacturer recommended settings. Wizard Mode Adjustment Sequence The Wizard will be compromised. If there still appears to be set the... in the following sequence. Select the Wizard tab to adjust the brightness. Resolution: Opens the Resolution adjustment pane. If your graphics card and monitor.) Opens the Focus adjustment pane. Contrast: Opens the Contrast adjustment pane.
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... Save button to position the grid so that makes the display match a piece of your graphics card and monitor.) Opens the Position adjustment pane. For more information, refer to the Presets on the monitor graphic to save the settings as a preset. Wizard Mode Adjustment Sequence 7 Use a white point value that all edges...
... Save button to position the grid so that makes the display match a piece of your graphics card and monitor.) Opens the Position adjustment pane. For more information, refer to the Presets on the monitor graphic to save the settings as a preset. Wizard Mode Adjustment Sequence 7 Use a white point value that all edges...