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News Release from: Molex UK | Subject: DisplayPort interconnect system
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 11 September 2006
Connection system provides PC/TV link
Molex has announced the development of the external DisplayPort interconnect system.
Molex has announced the development of the external DisplayPort interconnect system This system features a small, low profile, user-friendly connector optimised for use in notebook and desktop PCs, and external cable assemblies for connection to LCD TVs and monitors
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 26 Jan 2001 at 8.00am (UK)
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The connector conforms to all the requirements outlined by the DisplayPort 1.0 Standard from the Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA).
With its increased speeds and high density, the external DisplayPort interconnect system will provide support for higher quality audio and display resolution.
The DisplayPort simplifies display interfaces in computer and consumer electronics systems.
It uses a common interface approach for both internal connections, such as interfaces in a PC or monitor and external display connections, including those between a PC and monitor or projector, between a PC and TV, or between a device such as a DVD player and TV display.
"Molex has been a significant contributor to VESA and the DisplayPort initiative in particular".
"The Molex DisplayPort external connector is just another example of Molex's leading edge product design", said Bill Lempesis, Executive Director of VESA.
The connector system will consist of 20-circuit, 0.50mm pitch SMT, external receptacles designed with a polarised D-shape mating interface and metal shield for full EMI/RFI protection.
In addition, the connectors are designed with four solder pins for added mechanical stability and robustness, as well as a snap-in plastic peg for positive polarisation during connector mounting.
The connector is considerably smaller than DVI and provides increased performance over DVI.
The cable assemblies will consist of 20-circuit plugs designed for overmoulding.
Molex will also offer finished cable assemblies, which are easy to connect without the need for thumbscrews and will be available in both latching and nonlatching versions.
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