Improved passive-matrix multiplexability with a modular display and UTCP technology

Bauwens, Pieter; Monté, Ann; Christiaens, Wim; Doutreloigne, Jan; Vanfleteren, Jan

doi:10.1016/j.displa.2008.12.005

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“…In the next few paragraphs, we will briefly discuss the several digital systems and their properties. [15], [16] and [17] give a more elaborate overview of the used protocols.…”

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FrIIDoM: An intelligent driver for automatic configuration in modular display systems

Bauwens

Doutreloigne

2013

Circuit Theory & Apps

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FrIIDoM provides an intelligent solution for automatic configuration in modular display systems. Modular displays are displays that consist of small, identical modules. There are a number of ways they can be used: removing the limitation in multiplexability in passive matrix (PM) displays, increasing brightness in PMOLED displays, reducing power consumption in bistable displays, creating large-scale displays or displays with variable size and shape. For the modules to work together as one display, some initial configuration is required. FrIIdoM consists of four different drivers, with rising levels of complexity, each with their own way of automating the configuration. The simplest systems just make sure that every module is capable of receiving specific image data, irrespective of the shape of the display. The more complex systems are capable of detecting the presence and location of each module, thus detecting the shape of the display. In the created GUI, the user sees a real-time view of the display configuration, even when modules are added or removed while the display is running. While FrIIDoM is equipped with the drivers to drive a PM LED display, they can be easily changed to incorporate other types of display technologies. Several test modules were created, and we were able to build and successfully drive random display creations.

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“…In the next few paragraphs, we will briefly discuss the several digital systems and their properties. [15], [16] and [17] give a more elaborate overview of the used protocols.…”

Section: Digital Systemsmentioning

confidence: 99%

FrIIDoM: An intelligent driver for automatic configuration in modular display systems

Bauwens

Doutreloigne

2013

Circuit Theory & Apps

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“…When this package is placed on the backside of the flexible module, it will not impede the overall thickness and flexibility. 2,7 Flexible modules that can be connected to create almost any shape can have a wide range of applications by itself. For example, embedding displays into clothing can be simplified.…”

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Drivers for free‐form modular displays

Bauwens

Doutreloigne

2010

J Soc Info Display

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When displays of different sizes and shapes are required, a modular display system seems to be a good solution. Many systems offer only a limited freedom of shapes. The display can be scaled, but no irregular shapes can be created. If those shapes can be created, the configuration is often manual. A more intelligent modular system allows all shapes to be created and configures automatically. This paper presents two drivers that can be used in such a modular system. The first driver ensures that the data finds its way to every module and is displayed, even if there are some “holes” in the display due to missing modules. The second driver adds some extra functionality. The precise display configuration can be detected, and in the graphical user interface (used for controlling the display) the user sees an updated view of the display configuration when modules are added or removed. Both drivers have been proven successful and results are presented in this paper

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Improved passive-matrix multiplexability with a modular display and UTCP technology

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FrIIDoM: An intelligent driver for automatic configuration in modular display systems

FrIIDoM: An intelligent driver for automatic configuration in modular display systems

Drivers for free‐form modular displays

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