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LCD Module Technical Specification
F-51900NCU-FW-ACN
Table of Contents
1. General Specifications..................................................................................................................................2
2. Electrical Specifications...............................................................................................................................3
3. Optical Specifications .................................................................................................................................10
4. I/O Terminal....................................................................................................................................................12
5. Test...................................................................................................................................................................14
6. Appearance Standards................................................................................................................................15
7. Code System of Production Lot...............................................................................................................18
8. Type Number..................................................................................................................................................18
9. Applying Precautions ..................................................................................................................................18
10. Precautions Relating Product Handling................................................................................................19
11. Warranty........................................................................................................................................................20
Type No.
Jan 18, 2006
First Edition
Final Revision
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Checked by (ACI Engineering Division)
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Approved by (Quality Assurance Division)
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Prepared by (ACI Engineering Division)
Revision History
Rev. Date Page Comment
M.Matsuura
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1. General Specifications
Operating Temp. :min. 0°C ~max. 50°C
Storage Temp. :min. -20°C ~max. 70°C
Dot Pixels :320×3 [R.G.B] (W) × 240 (H) dots
Dot Size :0.1 (W) × 0.34 (H) mm
Dot Pitch :0.12 (W) × 0.36 (H) mm
Viewing Area :120.0 (W) × 90.0 (H) mm
Outline Dimensions :168.0* (W) × 111.0 (H) × 9.4 max. (D) mm
* Without CFL Cable
Weight : 276g max.
Viewing Angle :12:00
Data Transfer :8-bit parallel data transfer
Backlight :Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamp (CFL) × 1
Drawings :Dimensional Outline UE-312546
RoHS regulation   :To our best knowledge, this product satisfies material
requirement of RoHS regulation.
Our company is doing the best efforts to obtain
the equivalent certificate from our suppliers.
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2. Electrical Specifications
2.1. Absolute Maximum Ratings
VSS=0V
Parameter Symbol Conditions Min. Max. Units
Supply Voltage VCC1-VSS
VCC2-VSS
--0.3 6.5 V
Contrast Adjust
Voltage
Vvadj --0.3 2.5 V
2.2. DC Characteristics
Ta=25°C, VSS=0V
Parameter Symbol Conditions Min. Typ. Max. Units
4.5 5.0 5.5Supply Voltage VCC1-VSS
VCC2-VSS
-
2.5 3.0 3.5
V
Contrast Adjust
Voltage
Vvadj -1.5 -2.5 V
High Level
Input Voltage
VIH VCC1=3.0/5.0V±10% 0.8Vcc1-VCC1V
Low Level
Input Voltage
VIL VCC1=3.0/5.0V±10% 0-0.2VCC1 V
VCC1-VSS=3.0V
Vvadj=2.0V
Checker Board pattern
-100 120 mASupply Current ICC1
VCC1-VSS=5.0V
Vvadj=2.0V
Checker Board pattern
55 82.5 mA
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2.3. Characteristics of Touch Screen
Parameter Conditions Min. Typ. Max. Units
Applied Rating Voltage - - - 7.0 V
Resistance of Terminal X Electrode 300 -900
Electrodes Y Electrode 200 -650
Linearity - - - 1.5 %
Insulation Resistance VDC=25V 10 - - M
Surface Hardness According to JIS-K5400 3- - H
Chattering At connector Pin - - 10 mS
Test condition : Touch screen is placed horionally in a vessel and no power is supplied to T/P.
Normal state is temperatire : 2.5±10°C, relative humidity : 60±25°C
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2.4. AC Characteristics VCC=3.0/5.0V±10%
Parameter Symbol Min. Max. Units
Clock Pulse Cycle Time tWCK 66/40 -ns
Clock Pulse High Level Width tWCKH 23/12 -ns
Clock Pulse Low Level Width tWCKL 23/14 -ns
Latch Pulse High Level Width tWLPH 30/15 -ns
CP LP Rise Time tLD 10/5 -ns
CP LP Fall Time tSL 30/25 -ns
LP CP Rise Time tLS 30/25 -ns
LP CP Fall Time tLH 30/25 -ns
Clock Pulse Rise/Fall Time tr, tf-50 ns
Data Setup Time tDS 10/5 -ns
Data Hold Time tDH 25/15 -ns
DISPOFF Low Level Width tWDL 1.2 -µs
DISPOFF Cancellation Time tSD 100 -ns
FLM Setup Time tSU 30 -ns
FLM Hold Time tH50 -ns
tWDL tSD
trtf
tDHtDS
tWCKL
t
LH
t
SL
CP
t
LD
t
LS
LP
DISPOFF
D
0~
D
7
t
WLPH
TOP DATALAST DATA
t
WCK
t
WCKH
FLM
tSU tH
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2.5. Timing Chart
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2.6. Comparison of Display and Data
1) The eight (8) bit data transfer interface
2) The D0 is for LSB and the D7 is for MSB.
X1
Y1
Y240
(G1)(R1) (R2)(B1) (B2)(G2)
D6D7D4D5 D2D3
X2 X320
(R320) (B320)(G320)
D2 D0D1
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2.7. Power Supply ON/OFF Sequence
2.7.1. ON Sequence
2.7.2. OFF Sequence
Please maintain the above sequence when turning on and off the power supply of the
module.
If DISPOFF is supplied to the module while internal alternate signal for LCD driving (M) is
unstable, DC component will be supplied to the LCD panel. This may cause damage the
LCD module.
VSS
VCC1
VSS
VSS
VCC1
VSS
VCC1
DISPOFF
Vvadj
VCC1
SIGNAL
LEVEL
Vvadj
SIGNAL
t=050ms
t20ms
t20ms
VSS
VCC1
VSS
VSS
VCC1
VSS
VCC1
DISPOFF
Vvadj
VCC1
SIGNAL
SIGNAL
LEVEL
Vvadj
t=050ms
t0ms
t0ms
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2.8. Lighting Specifications
Ta=25°C
Parameter Symbol Conditions Min. Typ. Max. Units Notes
Lamp Voltage VL- - 297 -Vrms 1
Lamp Current IL-4 5 6 mArms 2
Starting Voltage VS- - - 570 Vrms 3
Surface Luminance LIL=5mA 80 100 -cd/m24
Average Life TAL IL=5mA 20000 - - hrs 5
Note 1 :The voltage ( r.m.s. ) to maintain the electric discharge of the lamp. It is measured after
lighting for 3 minutes .
Note 2 :The current ( r.m.s. ) to flow through the lamp with the electric discharge. It is measured
after lighting for 3 minutes.
Note 3 :The voltage at starting the electric discharge when the voltage is increased gradually
from 0V.
Note 4 :Surface Luminance is specified by the average of 9 luminance values measured at each
point shown above after 20 minutes power on with the all ON pattern adjusted to maximum
contrast and the dimming control of 100%. ( maximum brightness )
Surface Luminance is Through Touch Screen.
Note 5 : CFL Life is defined as time period that the actual luminance becomes 50% or lower of its
initial value.
The Average life time of CFL is defined as the time when half or more of the testing CFLs
have become less bright than 50% of the initial brightness at continuous operation.
Recommended Inverter : TBD086N-4
CXA-L10L (DC 12.0V, Produced by TDK)
V
N
I
CFL Testing Circuit
L
F
C
VS
VL
IL
Measurement Points
P7
P4
P1
X=120
X=60
X=180
Y=260Y=160Y=60
P8
P5
P2
P9
P6
P3
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3. Optical Specifications
3.1. Optical Characteristics Ta=25°C, 1/240 Duty, 1/13 Bias, Vvadj=1.7 V (Note 4), θ= 0°, φ=-°
Parameter Symbol Conditions Min. Typ. Max. Units
Contrast Ratio Note 1 CR θ= 0°,φ =-°17 25 -
x- - 0.30 -Chromaticity(White)
y- - 0.31 -
Viewing Angle Shown in 3.2
Response Rise Note 2 TON - - 300 450 ms
Time Decay Note 3 TOFF - - 100 150 ms
Note 1 :Contrast ratio is definded as follows.(CR = LOFF / LON)
LON :Luminance of the ON segments
LOFF :Luminance of the OFF segments
Note 2 :The time that the luminance level reaches 90% of the saturation level from 0%
when ON signal is applied.
Note 3 :The time that the luminance level reaches 10% of the saturation level from 100%
when OFF signal is applied.
Note 4 :Definition of Driving Voltage VOD
Assuming that the typical driving waveforms shown below are applied to the LCD
Panel at 1/A Duty - 1/B Bias (A: Duty Number, B: Bias Number). Driving voltage
VOD is definded as follows.
VOD = (Vth1+Vth2) / 2
Vth1: The voltage VO-P that should provide 90% of the saturation level in the
luminance at the segment which the ON signal is applied to.
Vth2: The voltage VO-P that should provide 10% of the saturation level in the
luminance at the segment which the OFF signal is applied to.
Vo-p
1 /fF
( B-2 ) ×Vo-p/B
1/( fF×A )
( OFF SIGNAL )( ON SIGNAL )
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3.2. Definition of Viewing Angle and Optimum Viewing Area
*Driving condition: 1/240 Duty, 1/13Bias, Vvadj=1.7 V, fF= 70Hz
3.3. System Block Diagram
Halogen bulb
Computer
Rotation Table ( θ,φ )
Temperature Chamber
LCD
Optical Fiber
Waveform Generator
Control Unit &
#1980A WB
Photometer φ
θ
CR2
φ =L:46 R:42° θ= F:20° R:37°
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4. I/O Terminal
4.1. Pin Assignment
CN1
No. Symbol LEVEL Function
1D0
8D7
H/L Display Data
9DISPOFF H/L Display Control Signal H : Display on L : Display off
10 FLM H/L First Line Marker
11 LP HLData Latch Signal
12 CP HLClock Signal for Shifting Data
13 MH/L Alternate Signal for LCD Drive
14 Vcc1 Power Supply for LCD Drive
15 VSS Power Supply (0V, GND)
16 VSS Power Supply (0V, GND)
17 Vcc2 Power Supply for LCD Drive
18 VVADJ Voltage Level for LCD Contrast Adjustment
CN2
No. Symbol LEVEL Function
1VCFL -Power Supply for CFL (HOT)
2NC -No connection
3NC -No connection
4VSS -Power Supply for CFL (GND)
CN3
No. Symbol LEVEL Function
1DOWN -Down Direction
2LEFT -Left Direction
3UP -Up Direction
4RIGHT -Right Direction
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4.2. Example of Power Supply
It is recommended to apply a potentiometer for the contrast adjust due to the
tolerance of the driving voltage and its temperature dependence.
4.3. Block Diagram
MODULE
V VADJ
V
CC1
V
SS
V
CC2
V
CC2
3.3V
R1+R2+VR=10~
20
K
VSS
R2
R1
VR
VCC1
GND
VCFL
V
SS
V
VADJ
VCC
2
D0~D
7
CP
FLM
LP
DISPOFF
M
×2
Row Driver
×
4
Column Driver
L C D P
960
240
8
320
×
R.G.B.
×
240
dots
M Circuit
To LSI
Bias Circuit
CFL Backlight
VCC
1
To LSI Logic
DC/DC Circuit
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5. Test
No change on display and in operation under the following test condition.
Conditions: Unless otherwise specified, tests will be conducted under the following condition.
Temperature: 20±5°C
Humidity : 65±5%RH
tests will be not conducted under functioning state.
No. Parameter Conditions Notes
1High Temperature Operating 50°C±2°C, 96hrs (operation state)
2Low Temperature Operating 0°C±2°C, 96hrs (operation state) 1
3High Temperature Storage 60°C±2°C, 96hrs 2
4Low Temperature Storage -20°C±2°C, 96hrs 1,2
5Damp Proof Test 40°C±2°C,90~95%RH, 96hrs 1,2
6Vibration Test Total fixed amplitude : 1.5mm 3
Vibration Frequency : 10~55Hz
One cycle 60 seconds to 3 directions of X, Y, Z for
each 15 minutes
7Shock Test To be measured after dropping from 60cm high on
the concrete surface in packing state.
Note 1 :No dew condensation to be observed.
Note 2 :The function test shall be conducted after 4 hours storage at the normal
Temperature and humidity after removed from the test chamber.
Note 3 :Vibration test will be conducted to the product itself without putting it in a container.
E
A
G
D
C
F
60cm
Concrete Surface
Dropping method corner dropping
E,F,G face : once
B,C,D edge : once
A corner : once
Face dropping
Edge dropping
B
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6. Appearance Standards
6.1. Inspection conditions
The LCD shall be inspected under 40W white fluorescent light.
The distance between the eyes and the sample shall be more than 30cm.
All directions for inspecting the sample should be within 45°against perpendicular line.
6.2. Definition of applicable Zones
A Zone : Active display area
B Zone : Area from outside of "A Zone" to validity viewing area
C Zone : Rest parts
A Zone + B Zone = Validity viewing area
45
°
A Zone
B Zone
C Zone
Bezel Frame
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6.3. Standards
No. Parameter Criteria
(1) Round Shape
Acceptable Number
Zone
Dimension (mm)
A B C
D 0.1 * * *
0.1 < D 0.2 3 5
0.2 < D 0.25 23*
0.25< D 0.3 01*
0.3 < D 00*
1Black and
White Spots,
Foreign Substances
D = ( Long + Short ) / 2 * : Disregard
(2) Line Shape Acceptable Number
Zone
X(mm) Y(mm)
A B C
-0.03W* * *
2.0L0.05W33*
1.0L0.1W33*
-0.1<WIn the same way (1)
X : Length Y : Width * : Disregard
Total defects shall not exceed 5.
Acceptable Number
Zone
Dimension (mm)
A B C
D 0.3* * *
0.3< D 0.4 3 * *
0.4 < D 0.6 23*
0.6< D 00*
2Air Bubbles
(between glass
& polarizer)
* : Disregard
Total defects shall not exceed 3.
3The Shape of Dot However,each pixel shall not remain more than one-third of the original
pixel size.
4Polarizer Scratches Not to be conspicuous defects.
5Polarizer Dirts If the stains are removed easily from LCDP surface, the module is not
defective.
6Conplex Foreign
Substabce Defects Black spots, line shaped foreign substances or air bubbles
between glass&polarizer shoud be 5pcs maxmum in total.
7Distance between
Different Forrein
Substabce Defects
D 0.2 : 20mm or more
0.2< D : 40mm or more
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No. Parameter Criteria
8Black and Judge at the voltage which can be seen easily defect mode.
White Spots Zone
With Gray Scale Dimension (mm) Acceptable Number
D 0.3 Disregard
0.3 < D 0.6 3 (1pc within φ30mm)
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7. Code System of Production Lot
The production lot of module is specified as follows.
Factory Control Number (0~99)
Date of the week (A~G)
Factory Number (0~9)
Factory Code (Alphabet)
Production Week (1~5)
Production Month (1~9, X, Y, Z)
Production Year (Lower 2 digits)
8. Type Number
The type number of module is specified as follows.
F-51900NCU-FW-ACN
9. Applying Precautions
Please contact us when questions and/or new problems not specified in this
Specifications arise.
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10. Precautions Relating Product Handling
The Following precautions will guide you in handling our product correctly.
1) Liquid crystal display devices
1. The liquid crystal display device panel used in the liquid crystal display module is
made of plate glass. Avoid any strong mechanical shock. Should the glass break
handle it with care.
2. The polarizer adhering to the surface of the LCD is made of a soft material.
Guard against scratching it.
2) Care of the liquid crystal display module against static electricity discharge.
1. When working with the module, be sure to ground your body and any electrical
equipment you may be using. We strongly recommend the use of anti static mats
( made of rubber ), to protect work tables against the hazards of electrical shock.
2. Avoid the use of work clothing made of synthetic fibers. We recommend cotton
clothing or other conductivity-treated fibers.
3. Slowly and carefully remove the protective film from the LCD module, since this
operation can generate static electricity.
3) When the LCD module alone must be stored for long periods of time:
1. Protect the modules from high temperature and humidity.
2. Keep the modules out of direct sunlight or direct exposure to ultraviolet rays.
3. Protect the modules from excessive external forces.
4) Use the module with a power supply that is equipped with an overcurrent protector
circuit,since the module is not provided with this protective feature.
5) Do not ingest the LCD fluid itself should it leak out of a damaged LCD module. Should
hands or clothing come in contact with LCD fluid, wash immediately with soap.
6) Conductivity is not guaranteed for models that use metal holders where solder
connections between the metal holder and the PCB are not used. Please contact us
to discuss appropriate ways to assure conductivity.
7) For models which use CFL:
1. High voltage of 1000V or greater is applied to the CFL cable connector area.
Care should be taken not to touch connection areas to avoid burns.
2. Protect CFL cables from rubbing against the unit and thus causing the wire jacket to
become worn.
3. The use of CFLs for extended periods of time at low temperatures will significantly
shorten their service life.
8) For models which use touch panels:
1. Do not stack up modules since they can be damaged by components on neighboring
modules.
2. Do not place heavy objects on top of the product. This could cause glass breakage.
9) For models which use COG,TAB,or COF:
1. The mechanical strength of the product is low since the IC chip faces out unprotected
from the rear. Be sure to protect the rear of the IC chip from external forces.
2. Given the fact that the rear of the IC chip is left exposed, in order to protect the unit
from electrical damage, avoid installation configurations in which the rear of the IC
chip runs the risk of making any electrical contact.
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10) Models which use flexible cable, heat seal, or TAB:
1. In order to maintain reliability, do not touch or hold by the connector area.
2. Avoid any bending, pulling, or other excessive force, which can result in broken
connections.
11) In case of buffer material such as cushion / gasket is assembled into LCD module,
it may have an adverse effect on connecting parts ( LCD panel-TCP / HEAT SEAL / FPC /
etc., PCB-TCP / HEAT SEAL / FPC etc., TCP-HEAT SEAL, TCP-FPC, HEAT SEAL-FPC,
etc.,) depending on its materials.
Please check and evaluate these materials carefully before use.
12) In case of acrylic plate is attached to front side of LCD panel, cloudiness ( very small
cracks ) can occur on acrylic plate, being influenced by some components generated
from polarizer film..
Please check and evaluate those acrylic materials carefully before use.
11. Warranty
This product has been manufactured to your company’s specifications as a part for use in
your company’s general electronic products. It is guaranteed to perform according to
delivery specifications. For any other use apart from general electronic equipment, we
cannot take responsibility if the product is used in medical devices, nuclear power control
equipment, aerospace equipment, fire and security systems, or any other applications in
which there is a direct risk to human life and where extremely high levels of reliability are
required. If the product is to be used in any of the above applications, we will need to enter
into a separate product liability agreement.
1. We cannot accept responsibility for any defect, which may arise from additional
manufacturing of the product (including disassembly and reassembly), after
product delivery.
2. We cannot accept responsibility for any defect, which may arise after the application
of strong external force to the product.
3. We cannot accept responsibility for any defect, which may arise due to the application
of static electricity after the product has passed your company’s acceptance inspection
procedures.
4. When the product is in CFL models, CFL service life and brightness will vary
According to the performance of the inverter used, leaks, etc. We cannot accept
responsibility for product performance, reliability, or defect, which may arise.
5. We cannot accept responsibility for intellectual property of a third party, which may
arise through the application of our product to your assembly with exception to those
issues relating directly to the structure or method of manufacturing of our product.
6. Optrex will not be held responsible for any quality guarantee issue for defect products
judged as Optrex-origin longer than 18 (eighteen) months from Optrex production or 1(one)
year from Optrex, Optrex America, Optrex Europe delivery which ever comes later.