AUO M170EG01 V1 | Robust 17.0" Industrial SXGA Display for Demanding Applications
The AUO M170EG01 V1 is an established and highly reliable 17.0-inch TFT-LCD panel engineered for performance and longevity in challenging industrial and commercial environments. While many displays have shifted to widescreen formats, the M170EG01 V1 retains the classic 5:4 aspect ratio, making it an indispensable component for legacy system upgrades and applications where vertical screen real estate is paramount for displaying critical data.
- Optimal Resolution for Industrial HMI: The native 1280 x 1024 (SXGA) resolution provides the clarity and detail needed for complex schematics, process control interfaces, and medical imaging without requiring UI redesigns for widescreen formats.
- Exceptional Optical Performance: With high contrast and wide viewing angles, this display ensures data is legible from various positions, a critical requirement for factory floors and multi-user terminals.
- Engineered for Reliability: Built by AUO, a leader in display technology, the M170EG01 V1 is designed for long operational life, providing a stable and dependable solution for mission-critical systems.
- Seamless Integration: Features a standard 2-channel, 8-bit LVDS interface, ensuring drop-in compatibility with a vast range of industrial motherboards and single-board computers.
Key Technical Specifications
This table provides at-a-glance performance metrics crucial for design-in decisions. For engineers seeking a proven solution, these parameters highlight the panel's suitability for high-performance visualization tasks.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 17.0 inches |
| Resolution | 1280(RGB) × 1024 [SXGA] |
| Aspect Ratio | 5:4 (H:V) |
| Brightness | 300 cd/m² (Typical) |
| Contrast Ratio | 800:1 (Typical) |
| Viewing Angle | 80/80/80/80 (Typ.)(CR≥10) |
| Display Technology | a-Si TFT-LCD |
| Surface Treatment | Anti-Glare, Hard coating (3H) |
| Signal Interface | LVDS (2 ch, 8-bit), 30 pins |
| Operating Temperature | 0 ~ 50 °C |
Application Focus: Where the M170EG01 V1 Excels
The specific design choices of the M170EG01 V1 make it a superior fit for applications where standard consumer-grade displays fall short. Its value is demonstrated not just in its specifications, but in its real-world performance.
- Industrial Automation & HMI: In factory environments, Human-Machine Interfaces often run on legacy software designed for a 5:4 aspect ratio. The M170EG01 V1 serves as a perfect drop-in replacement or a component for new systems, ensuring SCADA diagrams and control panels are displayed correctly without distortion or scaling artifacts. Its robust construction withstands the rigors of industrial settings, a core principle in designing reliable displays for heavy machinery.
- Medical Diagnostic Equipment: The high contrast ratio and consistent viewing angles are critical for medical workstations where multiple professionals may need to view diagnostic images simultaneously. The panel's stable performance ensures accurate and repeatable visual data, a non-negotiable requirement in healthcare.
- Public Information Kiosks & ATMs: The anti-glare surface treatment is essential for maintaining readability in environments with variable and uncontrolled lighting, such as shopping malls or outdoor-adjacent lobbies. The panel’s proven longevity ensures lower maintenance costs and maximum uptime for these public-facing terminals.
Technical Deep Dive for the Design Engineer
The Strategic Advantage of the 5:4 Aspect Ratio
While the market is saturated with widescreen displays, the 1280x1024 SXGA resolution and 5:4 aspect ratio remain a deliberate choice for specialized applications. It offers more vertical pixels than comparable widescreen formats, which is highly beneficial for displaying long lists of data, vertical schematics, or detailed text documents without excessive scrolling. This makes the AUO M170EG01 V1 a strategic component for maintaining compatibility and user efficiency.
Anti-Glare Surface and Its Impact on Usability
The panel incorporates an anti-glare (AG) surface with a 3H hard coating. From an engineering perspective, this isn't just a simple film; it's a micro-etched surface designed to diffuse specular reflections from ambient light sources. This diffusion prevents sharp, distracting glints and significantly reduces operator eye strain over long shifts, directly improving workplace ergonomics and productivity. For more on the fundamentals of screen technology, explore our ultimate guide to TFT-LCDs.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is the M170EG01 V1's CCFL backlight still relevant today?
Absolutely. While LED backlights are dominant in new designs due to power efficiency, the CCFL technology in the M170EG01 V1 is a known quantity. It offers excellent luminance uniformity across the entire screen and a stable, predictable color spectrum that is critical for color-sensitive applications. For many systems, its inverter and power requirements are already established, making it a lower-risk, direct-fit solution compared to redesigning for an LED-backlit panel.
How challenging is it to integrate this panel with modern controllers?
Integration is straightforward. The M170EG01 V1 uses a 30-pin LVDS interface, which has been an industry standard for years. A vast number of industrial single-board computers, controller boards, and display drivers offer native support for this interface, minimizing the need for custom hardware or complex software configuration. If you have specific integration questions for your project, please contact our technical team for expert guidance.
