Planar ICEBrite EL480.240-PR2 User manual

EL480.240-PR2/PR3 Users Manual 1
EL480.240-PR2/PR3
ICEBrite™ Small Graphics Display
USER’S MANUAL
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Contents
EL480.240-PR2 Display.............................................................................................................................................3
Features....................................................................................................................................................................3
Installation and Handling........................................................................................................................................4
Mounting EL Displays..........................................................................................................................................4
Cable Length...........................................................................................................................................................5
Cleaning ...................................................................................................................................................................5
Avoiding Burn-In ...................................................................................................................................................5
Specifications ..............................................................................................................................................................6
Power.........................................................................................................................................................................6
Connector................................................................................................................................................................7
Interface Information...........................................................................................................................................8
Video Input Signals.......................................................................................................................................... 8
Self-Test Mode......................................................................................................................................................10
Optical.....................................................................................................................................................................10
Generating Grayscales.......................................................................................................................................10
Environmental......................................................................................................................................................11
Reliability................................................................................................................................................................11
Safety and EMI Performance...........................................................................................................................11
Mechanical Characteristics..............................................................................................................................12
Component Envelope .......................................................................................................................................12
Description of Warranty ........................................................................................................................................14
Ordering Information.............................................................................................................................................14
Support and Service................................................................................................................................................15
Figures
Figure 1. Power supply and logic signal sequencing requirement.....................................................6
Figure 2. Video Input Timing Diagram..........................................................................................................8
Figure 3. Pixel Location versus Sequence of Data.....................................................................................9
Figure 4. Display Dimensions..........................................................................................................................13
Tables
Table 1. DC Input Voltage Requirements. ....................................................................................................6
Table 2. Video Input Requirements. ...............................................................................................................7
Table 3. Connector Pinouts. ..............................................................................................................................7
Table 4. Video Input Descriptions. ..................................................................................................................9
Table 5. Optical Characteristics......................................................................................................................10
Table 6. Environmental Characteristics.......................................................................................................11
Table 7. Mechanical Characteristics..............................................................................................................12

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EL480.240-PR2/PR3 Display
The EL480.240-PR2 and EL480.240-PR3 thin film electroluminescent
(EL) displays are low cost, high performance alternatives to industry-
standard monochrome LCDs. The EL480.240-PR2/PR3 utilizes Planar’s
proprietary Integral Contrast and Brightness Enhancement (ICEBrite)
technology to achieve unparalleled image quality without the use of
expensive filters. This small graphics display excels in a wide range of
ambient lighting environments while effectively eliminating the
blooming common to other high-bright displays.
The EL480.240-PR2/PR3 consists of an EL glass panel and control
electronics assembled into a space-saving, rugged package for easy
mounting. The EL480.240-PR2/PR3 is easily interfaced using standard
4-bit LCD control signals. Each of the 115,200 pixels has an aspect ratio
of 1:1 (V:H) and is individually addressable to clearly display high
information content graphics and text.
The EL480.240-PR3 model is identical to the EL480.240-PR2 model with
the exception of series resistors included on selected internal signals
on the EL480.240-PR3. There are no fit, form, or function differences
between the two models. The specifications in this manual apply to
both the EL480.240-PR2 and the EL480.240-PR3.
Features and Benefits
• Excellent visual performance:
High brightness and contrast
Wide viewing angle 160
• Rapid display response 1 ms
• Space efficient mechanical package
• Low EMI emissions
• Extremely rugged and durable
• Reliable, long operating life with > 100,000 MTBF
• 4-bit LCD-type interface

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Installation and Handling
Do not drop, bend, or flex the display. Do not allow objects to strike the
surface of the display.
CAUTION: The display uses CMOS and power MOS-FET devices. These
components are electrostatic sensitive. Unpack, assemble, and examine this
assembly in a static-controlled area only. When shipping, use packing
materials designed for protection of electrostatic-sensitive components.
CAUTION: To prevent injury in the event of glass breakage, the use of an
impact resistant shield or a protective overlay should be used on the viewer
side of the display.
Mounting EL Displays
Properly mounted, EL displays can withstand high shock loads as well as
severe vibration found in demanding applications. However the glass panel
used in an EL display will break if subjected to bending stresses, high impact,
or excessive loads.
Stresses are often introduced when a display is mounted into a product.
Ideally, the mounting tabs of the display should be the only point of contact
with the system. Use a spacer or boss for support; failure to do so will bend the
display and cause the glass to break. The instrument enclosure or frame should
not flex or distort in such a way that during use the bending loads might be
transferred to the display. Mounting surfaces should be flat to within ±0.6 mm
(±0.25"). Use all the mounting holes provided. Failure to do so will impair the
shock and vibration resistance of the final installation.
The EL480.240-PR2/PR3 is a tab mounted display. Use appropriate length
standoffs to assure that screws through the mounting tabs do not introduce
bending stresses into the display. Do not deflect the ECB out of its normal
plane. The EL480.240-PR2/PR3 mounting tabs were designed for a 3 mm
screw.
WARNING: These products generate voltages capable of causing personal
injury (high voltage up to 230Vac ). Do not touch the display electronics
during operation.

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Cable Length
A maximum cable length of 600 mm (24 in.) is recommended. Longer cables
may cause data transfer problems between the data transmitted and the
display input connector. Excessive cable lengths can pick up unwanted EMI.
There are third party products which allow this maximum cable length to be
exceeded. Contact Planar Application Engineering for more information.
Cleaning
As with any glass or coated surface, care should be taken to minimize
scratching. Clean the display glass with mild, water-based detergents only.
Apply the cleaner sparingly to a soft cloth, then wipe the display. Disposable
cleaning cloths are recommended to minimize the risk of inadvertently
scratching the display with particles embedded in a re-used cloth.
Avoiding Burn-In
As with other light emitting displays, displaying fixed patterns on the screen
can cause burn-in, where luminance variations can be noticed. Use a screen
saver or image inversion to avoid causing burn-in on the display.

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Specifications
The EL panel is a matrix structure with column and row electrodes arranged in
an X-Y formation. Light is emitted when an AC voltage of sufficient amplitude
is applied at a row-column intersection. The display operation is based on the
symmetric, line-at-a-time data addressing scheme.
Power
This display requires both 12V and 5V in addition to video signals for proper
operation. The display is designed to accept simultaneous application of VL, VH,
and the input logic signals. If these signals are not simultaneous, they must
meet the sequential timing shown in Figure 1 below.
Figure 1. Data/Power Connector
The supply voltages are shown in Table 1. All internal high voltages are
generated from the display supply voltage (VH). The logic supply voltage (VL)
should be present whenever video input signals or VH is applied. The
minimum and maximum specifications in this manual should be met, without
exception, to ensure the long-term reliability of the display.
Performance characteristics are guaranteed when measured at 25C with rated
input voltage unless otherwise specified. Planar does not recommend
operation of the display outside these specifications.
Table 1. DC Input Voltage Requirements.
Parameter 1 Symbol Min Typ Max Absolute
Max
Logic supply voltage VL4.75V5V5.25V 6V
Logic supply current at +5 V IL0.1A
Display supply voltage VH10V12V15V 15V
Supply current at +10 V IH0.5A1.05A
Power consumption 5 V/12 V 6.5 W 10.5 W
1Operatingconditions:ambienttemperature25C, 120 Hz frame rate.
CAUTION: Absolute maximum ratings are those values beyond which
damage to the device may occur.
V
H
12V
0V
V
L
5V
0V
0V
Lo
g
ic
Si
g
nals
t10
t20
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Table 2. Video Input Requirements.
Description Min Max Units Notes
Absolute Input Voltage
Range
-0.3 5.5 V VL= 5.0 V
Video logic high voltage 70% 100% VLAllinputthresholdsare
CMOS
Video logic low voltage 0 20% VL
Video logic input current – 10 µA
Input capacitance – 15 pF
There is a fuse on the VH input to protect against catastrophic faults, and no
overcurrent protection on the VLinput.
Connector
Video signals and DC power are connected
to the display through a dual-row, 0.050-
inch square-pin connector: AMP part
number 104549-2. For flexible cable
connection to the display, use AMP part
number 111196-4.
Table 3. Connector Pinouts.
Pin Signal Description Pin Signal Description
1 V
H
+12VPower2V
H
+12 V Power
3 NC No Connect 4 GND Ground
5 VL+5VPower6GND Ground
7 VS Vertical Sync 8 GND Ground
9 HS Horizontal Sync 10 GND Ground
11 VCLK Video Clock 12 GND Ground
13 VID0 Video Data 14 GND Ground
15 VID1 Video Data 16 GND Ground
17 VID2 Video Data 18 GND Ground
19 VID3 Video Data 20 GND Ground
A
MP 104549-2

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Interface Information
Planar EL Small Graphics Displays (SGD) incorporate an interface that is similar
to many LCD interfaces. This interface is supported by a variety of off-the shelf
chip sets which take care of all display control functionality, freeing the system
processor for other tasks. Designers select the chip set that best suits their
particular architecture and price point. This 4-bit LCD-type video interface
provides a low cost, flexible method for controlling display brightness and
power consumption.
Video Input Signals
The end of the top line of a frame is marked by VS, vertical sync signal as
shown in Figure 2. The end of each row of data is marked by HS.
The VS signal may be independently set to a CMOS low level at any time for
longer than one frame period. During the time of VS inactivity the display is
blank. Halting VS results in a standby condition to minimize power usage.
Figure 2. Video Input Timing Diagram.
Timing is compatible with LCD graphics controllers such as the SMOS display
controller.

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Table 4. Video Input Descriptions.
Num Description Symbol Min. Typ. Max. Units
1 HS high time tHSh 100 nsec
2 HS low time tHSl 120 tVCLK
3 HS to VCLK tHSsu 130 nsec
4 VID setup to VCLK tVIDsu 50 nsec
5 VID hold from VCLK tVIDhd 50 nsec
6 Video clock period tVCLK 140 nsec
VCLKrise,falltime tVCLKrf 1015 nsec
7 VCLK low width tVCLKl 15 70 nsec
8 VCLK high width tVCLKh 15 70 nsec
9 VS high setup to HS low tVShsu 140 nsec
10 VS hold after HS tVShd 140 nsec
11 VS low setup to HS high tVSlsu 140 nsec
12 HS period tHS 34 µsec
VSperiod tVS 242 tHS
FrameRate fVS 50 120Hz
Input signals VID0through VID3contain the video data for the screen. Pixel
information is supplied from left to right and from top to bottom four pixels at
a time. Video data for one row is latched on the fall of HS.
a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p
EL Panel
(Front)
w x y z
a
b
c
d
e
f
g
h
i
j
k
l
m
n
o
p
w
x
y
z
VID3
VID2
VID1
VID0
Row 1
Figure 3. Pixel Location versus Sequence of Data.

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Self-Test Mode
The display incorporates a self-test mode composed of two patterns displayed
for approximately 30 seconds each, and then repeated. The patterns are as
follows: Diagonal Lines, Diagonal Lines Inverted, Full On, 1 x 1 Checkerboard,
and 1 x 1 Checkerboard Inverted. The self-test mode is entered by resetting or
applying power to the display with the VCLK signal static. The display will
remain in the self-test mode until two edges of VCLK are detected.
Optical
Table 5. Optical Characteristics.
Luminance
Lon (areal), min
Lon (areal), typ
Loff (pixel), max
30 cd/m²
50 cd/m²
0.3 cd/m²
screen center, 120 Hz frame rate
screen center, 120 Hz frame rate
5 points: center plus four corners measured
1.0 0.25" from adjacent display edges, 120 Hz
Non-uniformity
All pixels fully lit 26% Maximum difference two of five points, using the
formula:
LNU%=[1- (min_lum/max_lum)] x 100
Luminance Variation (Temperature)
Maximum 15% Across operating temperature range
Luminance Variation (Time)
Maximum <10% 15,000 hours at 25C ambient
Viewing Angle
Minimum 160
Contrast Ratio
Minimum
Typical
19:1
50:1
@ 500 lux ambient, 120 Hz frame rate
Generating Grayscales
Some applications may benefit by using grayscales. The PR2/PR3 has a
maximum frame rate frequency of 120 Hz. Using the higher frame rate,
combined with flat panel controllers designed for this faster display, it is
possible to generate usable grays through frame rate control and dithering.
Video controllers from manufacturers such as C&T and EPSON use these
methods with proprietary algorithms to generate grayscales.
The response time of electroluminescent displays is much faster than LCDs,
therefore not all possible grayscales generated by the video controller are actually
usable. Many of the grayscales may flicker or swim. Careful testing is necessary to
select appropriate grayscales for an application, especially when the
electroluminescent displays are driven at less than their maximum frame rate. For
additional information, refer to Planar Application Note 119 or contact Planar's
Application Engineers.

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Environmental
Table 6. Environmental Characteristics.
Operating Non-operating
Temperature -25°C to +65°C -40°C to +75°C
Survival -25°C to +75°C
Humidity
Non-condensing to 93% RH max @ 40ºC, per IEC 68-2-3
Condensing to 95% RH max @ 55°C,
per IEC 68-2-30
Altitude
Tested per IEC 68-2-13 -1000 to 16,000 ft
(-3048 to 48,768 m)
-1000 to 58,000 ft
(-3048 to 176,784 m)
Vibration
Random
Operating/non-operating
0.02g
2
/Hz, 20-500 Hz, 30 minutes on each axis, per IEC 68-2-36,
test Fdb.
Shock
Operating/non-operating 100 g, 6 ms, half sine wave per IEC 68-2-27, test Ea.
Reliability
The display MTBF is demonstrated to be greater than 100,000 hours at 25°C
with a 90% confidence level.
Safety and EMI Performance
The display will not inhibit the end product from obtaining these safety
certifications: IEC 601-1, UL544 or CSA 22.2 #601-M89.
The display will not inhibit the end product from complying with FCC Docket,
Part 15, Subpart J, Class B; CISPR 11, Class B; and VDE 871/VFG 243, Class B
when housed in a suitable enclosure.

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Mechanical Characteristics
Table 7. Mechanical Characteristics.
Display External Dimensions
millimeters (inches) width 189.4 (6.91) nominal
height 108.0 (4.14) nominal
depth 21.5 (0.85) nominal
Weight (typical) 310 g (10.9 oz), nominal
Fill Factor 50.2%
Display Active Area
millimeters (inches)
width 146.31 (5.76) nominal
height 73.11 (2.88) nominal
Pixel Size
width 0.22 (0.0085) nominal
height 0.22 (0.0085) nominal
Pixel Pitch
horizontal .31 (0.012) nominal
vertical .31 (0.012) nominal
Component Envelope
The component envelope shown in Figure 4 illustrates the distance
components extend behind the display. Tall components do not necessarily fill
this area. Planar reserves the right to relocate components
within the
constraints of the component envelope without prior customer notification.
For this reason, Planar advises users to design enclosure components to be
outside the component envelope.
An air gap of at least 5 mm is recommended to dissipate heat from display
components. Device designers will need to consider their specific system
requirements to determine the necessary spacing.

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Figure 4. Display Dimensions.
Note: The dimensions in this drawing are approximate. Please contact Planar Applications
Engineering and request the actual drawing prior to beginning your design.

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Description of Warranty
Seller warrants that the Goods will conform to published specifications and be free from defects in
material for 12 months from delivery. To the extent that Goods incorporate third-party-owned
software, Seller shall pass on Seller's licensor's warranty to Buyer subject to the terms and conditions
of Seller's license.
Warranty repairs shall be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period. Buyer shall
report defect claims in writing to Seller immediately upon discovery, and in any event, within the
warranty period. Buyer must return Goods to Seller within 30 days of Seller’s receipt of a warranty
claim notice and only after receiving Seller’s Return Goods Authorization. Seller shall, at its sole
option, repair or replace the Goods.
If Goods were repaired, altered or modified by persons other than Seller, this warranty is void.
Conditions resulting from normal wear and tear and Buyer's failure to properly store, install, operate,
handle or maintain the Goods are not within this warranty. Repair or replacement of Goods is
Seller’s sole obligation and Buyer's exclusive remedy for all claims of defects. If that remedy is
adjudicated insufficient, Seller shall refund Buyer's paid price for the Goods and have no other
liability to Buyer.
All warranty repairs must be performed at Seller’s authorized service center using parts approved by
Seller. Buyer shall pay costs of sending Goods to Seller on a warranty claim and Seller shall pay costs
of returning Goods to Buyer. The turnaround time on repairs will usually be 30 working days or less.
Seller accepts no added liability for additional days for repair or replacement.
If Seller offers technical support relating to the Goods, such support shall neither modify the
warranty nor create an obligation of Seller. Buyer is not relying on Seller’s skill or judgment to select
Goods for Buyer’s purposes. Seller’s software, if included with Goods, is sold as is, and this warranty
is inapplicable to such software.
SELLER DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED
TO, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Ordering Information
Product Part Number Description
EL480.240-PR2 996-0247-02 EL480.240 flat panel display assembly with
integrated power supply and 4-bit FPD interface.
EL480.240-PR2 CC 996-0247-03 EL480.240-PR2 with conformal coating
EL480.240-PR3 996-0247-05 Same as PR2 but with internal resistors added
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Planar Systems continues to provide optional, and in many cases custom, features to address
the specific customer requirements. Consult Planar Sales for pricing, lead time and minimum
quantity requirements.

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Support and Service
Planar Systems, Inc. is a US company based in Beaverton, Oregon and Espoo, Finland, with a world-
wide sales distribution network. Full application engineering support and service are available to
make the integration of Planar displays as simple and quick as possible for our customers.
RMA Procedure: For a
Returned Material Authorization number, please contact Planar
Systems, Inc. with the model number(s) and serial number(s). When returning goods for repair,
please include a brief description of the problem, and mark the outside of the shipping
container with the RMA number.

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