Epson launches its first display controller ic reference design

Epson has launched a new display controller ic reference design to support the development of products with small and medium sized lcd panels.

The new platform is said to simplify connections and evaluation in factory automation, measurement, medical and commercial applications. It includes an evaluation board with a display controller ic and sample software for driving the controller. "Going forward, Epson will continue to release display controller ic reference designs," said Masayuki Morozumi, executive vice president and chief operating officer of Epson's microdevices operations division. "These will support higher resolution small and medium sized tft lcd panels and evaluation boards with other microcontrollers. Such designs, combined with expanded sales channels, will provide an environment that makes it easier than ever for customers to find what they need." The S5U13781R00C100 evaluation board and S1D13781 display controller ic support full colour (24bpp) resolutions up to 480 x 272 and will be priced to enable lower development costs.