Tokyo, 29th September, 2006 --- NEC LCD
Technologies, Ltd. today announced that it will
begin shipping samples of its new 21.3-inch
(54-centimeters-diagonal) monochrome ultra extended graphics array
(UXGA), amorphous silicon, thin film transistor liquid crystal
display (TFT LCD) module, part number NL160120AM27-13A, at the end
of October. The new LCD module is extremely suitable for medical
use including diagnosis of radiogram interpretation of X-ray
images.
This new LCD, an upgraded model of
NL160120AM27-06A launched in April 2005, boasts the highest
luminance level in the UXGA and above monochrome class at 1700cd/m2
due to a combination of NEC LCD Technologies' own unique
super-advanced, super-fine TFT (SA-SFT) technology and a
high-intensity, direct back-light system. Furthermore, the new
product realizes high contrast performance and brightness
uniformity as a result of innovative modification of the LCD panel
design.
The main characteristics of the new
model are as follows:
> High Luminance
The combination of NEC LCD Technologies' own unique super-advanced,
super-fine TFT (SA-SFT) technology and a high-intensity, direct
back-light system achieve luminance of 1700cd/m2, the highest
luminance level in the UXGA and above monochrome class. This
brightness level is exceeded in the case of image diagnosis with
X-ray film on a light box. In addition, if the level of luminance
is suppressed, stable luminance levels can be preserved over a long
period of time.
> High Contrast Performance
A review in panel design has achieved a reduction in the level of
black brightness by at least 30% as compared with the conventional
model, NL160120AM27-06A, although both are equipped with a
high-intensity, direct back-light system. As a result, a high
contrast ratio of 850:1, the highest ratio in the UXGA and above
monochrome class, is realized. In addition, optimization of the
optical design inhibits a "washed-out black" phenomenon that occurs
when the viewing angle is enlarged - currently a common issue with
in-plane switching (IPS) type LCD modules - leading to enhanced
viewing angle performance of the contrast ratio.
> High Brightness Uniformity
A review in the panel design and optical
design has reduced the brightness difference of the screen,
realizing high brightness uniformity of the entire screen, a
feature that has long-been sought after in medical image
diagnosis.
NEC LCD Technologies has continuously focused
on R&D pursuing better picture quality based on its proprietary
SFT technology in response to the advanced needs of a wide variety
of professional fields, including the medical field. “We are
confident that our new 21.3-inch monochrome LCD will fulfill the
current needs of the medical market. It not only tops its class in
terms of high luminance and color contrast, but answers demands for
UXGA LCDs for image diagnosis that can maintain high brightness
uniformity over long periods of time,” said Hidetoshi Usui,
department manager in charge of product planning and marketing, NEC
LCD Technologies, Ltd. “At NEC LCD Technologies we aim to leverage
our years of technological know-how to synergize excellent picture
quality with adaptive design technologies, bringing the best
product to market every time.”
NEC LCD Technologies will continue to pursue
an even higher level of picture quality to supply products
unrivaled in the medical field. This new product will be displayed
at FPD International 2006, which is being held in Pacifico
Yokohama, Japan, from October 18 - 20.
* Please see the attachment for the main
specifications of the new 21.3-inch LCD.
About NEC LCD Technologies,
Ltd.
NEC LCD Technologies, Ltd. is one of the
world's leading providers of high-quality, innovative,
active-matrix liquid crystal display (AM-LCDs) modules for the
industrial and high-end monitor markets. The company focuses its
development on three core technology areas: ultra-wide viewing
angle SFT technology with high luminance and fast response;
transflective NLT technology; and adaptive design technology that
meet a variety of specialized needs for the flat panel display
markets. NEC LCD Technologies' worldwide support includes sales and
marketing affiliates NEC Electronics America, Inc. (http://www.am.necel.com/) and NEC
Electronics Europe (http://www.eu.necel.com/) that offer
specialized display solutions to their respective markets. NEC LCD
Technologies employs approximately 1,200 people worldwide and
offers one of the broadest product portfolios for the medical,
factory automation, test and measurement, entertainment, kiosk, POS
and ATM markets. Additional information can be found at
http://www.nec-lcd.com/english/index.html
Attachment
Main Specifications of the New
21.3-Inch LCD Module
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Part number:
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NL160120AM27-13A
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Drive system:
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Amorphous silicon TFT active matrix
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Display area:
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432.0mm x 324.0 mm
Diagonal screen size of 21.3-inches (54cm)
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Pixel:
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1600(H) x 1200(V) pixels
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Pixel arrangement:
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LCR vertical stripe
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Pixel pitch:
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0.27(H) mm x 0.27(V) mm
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Display color:
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256 gray scales per 1 sub-pixel
766 gray scales per 1 pixel
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Luminance:
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1700cd/m2 (typ.)
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Contrast ratio:
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850:1 (typ.)
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Viewing angle:
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Vertical : Up 85 degrees, down 85
degrees
Horizontal : Right 85 degrees, left 85 degrees
(Contrast ratio at over 10:1)
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Response time:
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45ms (typ.) (TON + TOFF: from 10% to 90%)
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Interface:
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2port LVDS LCR (8 bits each)
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Operating temperature:
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0 degrees C to + 55 degrees C
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Storage temperature:
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-20 degrees C to + 60 degrees C
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Polarizer surface:
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Antiglare
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Module size:
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457.0mm (typ.) x 350.0mm (typ.) x 37.0mm
(max.)
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Weight:
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2,900g (typ.)
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Inverter:
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Built in
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Power supply voltage:
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12.0V
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Power consumption:
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63.7 W (typ.)
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Note:
Please note that the press release and other information in this
file may be out of date on observation. Please refer to other parts
of NEC LCD Technologies’ website for more current information
concerning it and its current business activities.
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