Multi-display functions on new PMC graphics

Edited by the Electronicstalk editorial team Nov 12, 2004

MEN Mikro Elektronik has introduced the P517 - a PMC-standard graphics module for industrial applications that require multiple displays.

MEN Mikro Elektronik has introduced the P517 - a PMC-standard graphics module for industrial applications that require multiple displays.

The new module features the SM731 3D/2D graphics controller from Silicon Motion and has been designed for visualisation in industrial applications such as mechanical engineering or medical engineering.

It has a maximum resolution of 1600 by 1200 pixels, 16.7 million colours and a maximum refresh rate of 85 Hz.

16 Mbytes of graphics memory and a 235 MHz, 24-bit RAMDAC are also integrated.

* * The new module offers a variety of display capabilities.

The graphics controller supports two independent digital displays, with either different or identical screen displays (DualScreen).

Two LVDS channels (112 MHz max pix clock) can drive two separate panels (DualMon) or a single high-resolution UXGA panel.

The module can control LCD/TFT, CRT and TV screens.

The P517 provides a DVI-I (Digital Video Interface) for analogue and digital LCD and CRT screens via its front-panel connector.

It also provides an S-Video input and output, and a composite video output.

In addition, the PanelLink function is accessible through DVI-I.

The two LVDS channels are supported via an onboard connector on the P517 and the rear I/O connector on the carrier board.

As a PMC module, the P517 is a versatile unit that can be used on many types of system platform, including VMEbus, CompactPCI, PXI, or bus-independent.

Prices start from EUR 495 plus VAT for single units.