Table of Contents
Contents.
REFERENCE
Section Introductions
About Digital View
Applications Overview
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System Application Requirements
Custom Engineering Services
Online Resources - The Controller Solution Generator
Digital View Controller Comparison
PERFORMANCE + FLEXIBILITY CONTROLLERS
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ARGB
DVI
COMPOSITE
S-VIDEO
COMPONENT
HDMI
AVP-1600
ALR-1400
SP-1600
DVS-1600
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HI-RESOLUTION CONTROLLERS
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ARGB
DVI
COMPOSITE
S-VIDEO
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HDMI
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DVI-2560
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HARSH ENVIRONMENT CONTROLLERS
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ARGB
DVI
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S-VIDEO
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HDMI
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HE-1600
HE-1400
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ACCESSORIES
Introduction / System Network Solution Monitoring
OSD Control Buttons / User Interface
Power + Other Accessories
Panel Cable Reference Table
Broadcast / Pro Video Signal Inputs + Sensors + Audio
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SOLID STATE MEDIA PLAYERS
Media Systems Overview
ViewStream
Networkable Players
Video Flyers
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Reference
Using The Guide
Contents.
Performance + Flexibility
The core of our LCD controller family, supporting a wide range of inputs and resolutions upto UXGA,
the Performance + Flexibility products include the ALR-1400, the AVP-1600, DVS-1600 & SP-1600.
The ALR offers DVI & ARGB only, the AVP offers Composite & S-Video only, the DVS offers a combi-
nation of both, whilst the SP-1600 adds Component input to the mix. The products support multiple
panel timings and select between different displays with onboard jumper settings. They all support
RS-232 OSD menu control and are offered with 3 year warranty.
Hi-Resolution Controllers
The high resolution DVI-2560, SVH-1920 and SVX-1920 not only support resolutions upto WQXGA
(2560x1600) - making them suitable for 1080P HD requirements - but they are also packed with high
end display control features that enable a range of applications in the broadcast, medical, industrial
and military sectors . These include control features such as image flip, freeze & zoom functions, text
overlay, onboard ethernet, 10 bit panel support - and with extension boards HD-SDI, 3G input and
120Hz panel refresh. The products are offered with a 3 year warranty.
Harsh Environment Controllers
Designed for use in the very toughest of industrial and military environments - Digital View produces a
parallel range of Harsh Environment (HE) controllers. The HE-1400, HE-1600 & HE-1920 mirror all the
features of the standard controller product range, but offer the additional features of -40 to +80 degrees
C operating temperature, conformal coatings and vibration resistance.
Controller Accessories
Digital View provides a comprehensive range of accessories to complement our controllers. We pro-
vide solutions to enhance user interface, aid in remote problem solving, enable system differentiation
and customization. Our boards are just one component in a kit of parts that Digital View supplies to
ensure that you get the most from your chosen LCD panel and deliver a premium set of features for
your display product.
Solid State Media Players
Alongside our core LCD interface product range - Digital View also supplies a range of commercial
grade solid state media players. These media player products are used to deliver reliable and robust
digital video playback in digital signage, retail media, digital merchandising, way finding and museum
applications. The products are built on the same industrial component and high feature-set principles
that underpin the Digital View LCD controller range.
These fanless media players support MPEG, DivX, WMV & AVI media file formats upto 1080P/60 HD
output. They offer USB content update, interactivity, RS-232 control, scheduled media playback and
are supplied with a free content management software - ‘DV-Studio’. The top-of-the-range RP-500
player also offers a turnkey networking solution for digital signage applications.
The media players are supplied as OEM boards - for integrators to build their own digital media solu-
tions - as encased players (the Viewstream Range) and as integrated ‘professional picture frame’
combinations (the Videoflyer Range)
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Digital View
Established in 1995, Digital View is the display industry’s foremost supplier of interface controller
solutions for application specific markets. Primarily addressing LCD displays, Digital View controller
boards and accessories enable the use of graphic type LCD’s for both new and innovative products as
well as legacy systems. Global sales are supported by regional offices in America, Europe, and Asia
underpinned by quality and service oriented technical support, operations, engineering, and
supply chain.
Our customers make incredible products addressing a diverse range of applications that include:
Rugged / Industrial Displays
Mobile Military Displays
Avionics Systems – Rotor and Fixed Wing
Video Broadcast / Studio Systems
Marine Information and Entertainment Systems
Retail and Outdoor Digital Signage
Why Digital View...
Take advantage of over ‘hundreds of man years’ of experience, with 13 years of consistent perfor-
mance as a leading controller developer, manufacturer, and reliable company. Having pioneered the
development of specialty LCD interface controllers, Digital View provides a highly skilled, passionate
engineering team with customization and support services, including a wide range of accessories to
complement core products. Digital View:
Provides the engineering expertise and technological bridge to the changes and future trends within
the industry.
Brings cost effective products to market, so companies don’t have to develop the expertise them-
selves while focusing on meeting their own goals.
Reduces time to market and increases ROI.
Tests the controller solution 100% on the Manufacturing line.
Meets MIL standards and UL, CUL, CE, TUV safety and compliance criteria for systems engineering.
www.digitalview.com
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Applications Overview
Digital View Controllers Meet Application Objectives
Digital View’s comprehensive Controller range offers:
• High Resolution, Harsh Environment, or Performance + Flexibility categories
• Long-life cycle products
• High Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) ratings
• Support for most common panels/inputs/resolutions
• Customizable to meet specific new or legacy requirements
• Remote display management and validation
• Accessories that enhance monitor design and functionality
Customer LCD Monitor Design Criteria
The following criteria will help you decide the controller to select
(from lower to higher value):
1. Size of panel
2. Resolution of panel
3. Panel characteristics
4. Controls
5. Temperature/environmental specs
6. Advanced features
7. Product uniformity/consistency
8. Legacy support
9. Interchangeable across multiple platforms
10. High reliability/low support costs
11. Provides your enterprise a competitive advantage
The following Application Keywords may indicate a need for
Digital View Controllers:
• Legacy
• Sync-on-Green (SOG)
• Camera
• Exploratory
• Widescreen
• SUN
• Video
• Harsh Environment
• High Definition (HD)
• Broadcast
• Remote
• Surveillance
• Rugged
• Monitor
• HDMI
• Reliable
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