eMagin SVGA+ Series User manual

SVGA+ DRK User Manual
eMagin Corporation 700 South Road, Suite 201 Hopewell Junction , New York 12533 www.emagin.com
INTERFACE & DESIGN REFERENCE KIT
For Use with eMagin SVGA+ OLED Microdisplays
USER’S MANUAL
D01-500948-01
REVISION A

SVGA+ DRK User Manual
eMagin Corporation 700 South Road, Suite 201 Hopewell Junction , New York 12533 www.emagin.com
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION..................................................................................................................................1
2. FEATURES ..........................................................................................................................................1
2.1. Standard Built-in Software ............................................................................................................1
2.2. Software Features.........................................................................................................................1
2.3. Features Comparison Tables........................................................................................................1
3. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS & SPECIFICATIONS..............................................................................2
3.1. System Requirements...................................................................................................................2
3.2. PC Interface Kit Parameters .........................................................................................................2
3.3. Mechanical Dimensions & Features (Dimensions in Inches)........................................................3
4. INTERFACE & DESIGN REFERENCE KIT COMPONENTS .............................................................4
4.1. Monocular Interface & Design Reference Kit................................................................................4
5. INTERFACE CONNECTIONS & SETUP.............................................................................................4
5.1. Connect Display to Cable Assembly.............................................................................................4
5.2. Setup PC for Proper Video Output................................................................................................5
5.3. Power Up.......................................................................................................................................5
5.4. Power Down..................................................................................................................................6
5.5. High Brightness Mode...................................................................................................................6
6. USING THE INTERFACE & DESIGN REFERENCE KIT SOFTWARE..............................................6
6.1. Serial Interface Command Set......................................................................................................6
6.1.1. Hardware Protocol...............................................................................................................................7
6.1.2. eMagin Software Command Set..........................................................................................................8
6.2. Using Hyperterminal With the Interface & Design Reference Kit..................................................8
6.2.1. ASCII Table of Commands ..................................................................................................................9
6.1. Using Composite Video...............................................................................................................10
6.2. Downloading New Firmware Versions to the Interface & Design Reference Kit ........................11
6.2.1. Using the Firmware Download Utility.................................................................................................11
7. ADVANCED USER INFORMATION..................................................................................................12
7.1. Microcontroller.............................................................................................................................12
7.2. I2C bus.........................................................................................................................................12
8. REVISION HISTORY .........................................................................................................................12

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List of Tables
TABLE 2-1: FUNCTIONALITY COMPARISION BETWEEN SVGA+ MICRODISPLAYS... 1
TABLE 6-1 COMMAND SET LIST FOR ADDRESSING THE MICRODISPLAY................... 8
TABLE 6-2 TABLE OF ASCII CHARACTER CODES .............................................................. 9
List of Figures
Figure 3-1 Interface & Design Reference Kit Dimensions (inches).............................................. 3
Figure 3-2 Interface & Design Reference Kit Features Layout..................................................... 3
Figure 5-1 Interface Connection Diagram.................................................................................... 4
Figure 5-2 Connection Orientation Illustration............................................................................ 5
Figure 6-1 Interface & Design Reference Kit Software Utility...................................................... 7
Figure 6-2 Example microdisplay register value write using included software........................... 8
Figure 6-3 Example microdisplay register value write using Hyperterminal................................ 9
Figure 6-4 Firmware download utility......................................................................................... 11

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1. INTRODUCTION
The Interface & Design Reference Kit, compatible with all SVGA+ Series Microdisplays,
provides the user with a highly compact, portable way of operating an eMagin OLED
Microdisplay with a variety of video inputs. This product was designed to deliver a complete tool
for developers to evaluate and integrate eMagin microdisplays into new products. The Interface &
Design Reference Kit is compatible both with analog RGB and composite (NTSC, SMPTE-170,
PAL) sources. The included software package and cables provides access to the microdisplay’s
on-board register settings from any Windows-based PC through a serial port. When used with an
SVGA 3D OLED Microdisplay, the binocular Interface & Design Reference Kit features
automatic stereovision signal to allow the user easy development of stereoscopic 3D applications.
2. FEATURES
•PC Analog Monitor Video Interface (VESA Display Monitor Timing Standard compliant)
•Composite interface cable for connection to SMPTE-170, NTSC, PAL sources
•RS-232 (serial) cable allows access to microdisplay registers
•Supporting Software (Windows)
•ON/OFF power switch
•Push-button brightness control
•Push-button image scan direction control
•VGA monitor cable
•USB Power Cable, length 2 feet (NOTE: Provided cable is compatible with USB 1.0 and 2.0
USB ports, but may not be compatible with all types of PCs. In some cases an external 5V DC
power supply may be necessary)
•Regulated AC/DC adapter (optional)
2.1.Standard Built-in Software
•Automatic determination of incoming frame rate and matching
•Image orientation adjustment with single button push makes integration into various systems
easier.
•Luminance can be stepped in 255 of the luminance range steps with momentary pushing of
the up/down luminance button. If the luminance control button is held down in the up or down
position for more than 1 second, rapid scanning through the luminance range will initiate up
or down to permit fast changing of display luminance.
•Comes ready with a high brightness mode accessible through a special button sequence.
2.2.Software Features
•Read/write capabilities allow adjustments of microdisplay register settings to fine-tune image
characteristics
•Software slide bar control over the cathode voltage (Vcommon) input in 255 equal steps
•Software slide bar control over the microdisplay’s brightness in 255 equal steps
•Download and install new firmware files into your Interface & Design Reference Kit for easy
upgrades and expanded functionality
•Ability to read the ambient temperature measured at the microdisplay’s location
•Save feature stores custom register settings for convenience
2.3.Features Comparison Tables
TABLE 2-1: FUNCTIONALITY COMPARISION BETWEEN SVGA+ MICRODISPLAYS

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Capability
SVGA+
Ability to interface display with a PC
Yes
Access to microdisplay registers (with included software
and serial cable)
Yes
Button-activated brightness control on unit
Yes
Button-activated rotation control on unit
Yes
Display SVGA (800 x 600) image at 60Hz
Yes
Display NTSC, PAL, or RS-170 image
Yes
3. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS & SPECIFICATIONS
3.1.System Requirements
•For analog RGB inputs: A PC capable of producing a VGA or SVGA signal
•For composite inputs: An NTSC, PAL, or SMPTE-170 video source
•Support software requires a Windows PC with an RS-232 serial port
3.2.PC Interface Kit Parameters
•Power Monocular = 300 to 500 mW
Binocular = 600 to 850 mW
(Depending on brightness setting and images)
•Weight 4.0 oz (interface module & cable)