EPSON releases the first warning light monitoring IC for in car display systems

Jul 16,2024
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EPSON Semiconductor has developed and started shipping samples of S2D13V02, Epson's first warning light monitoring IC for in car display systems. Epson plans to produce 100000 new controllers per month.

With the popularization of vehicle functions, electronic devices, and automation technology, the amount of information provided to drivers continues to grow. The size and resolution of car displays are also increasing accordingly.

Due to space limitations in the dashboard, warning lights that were previously displayed using light-emitting diodes (LEDs) are now frequently integrated into LCD displays. At the same time, in order to ensure functional safety, it is necessary to reduce danger in the event of a display system warning light malfunction. The warning light provides particularly important information to the driver, so it needs to be displayed correctly on the LCD.

S2D13V02 monitors images emitted from the host (SoC 2) and notifies the host when irregular warning lights are detected, and performs display processing such as overlaying warning light images or displaying error messages when necessary. Even if the warning light is overlaid on an image with background changes (such as on a map display screen), the IC can still check the warning light in the image and detect visibility errors. S2D13V02 supports the construction of highly reliable display systems with various display security features.

It not only meets the strict quality requirements of the automotive industry, but also complies with AEC-Q100 3 regulations and can operate at temperatures up to 105 ℃.

Epson strives to develop the forefront of the industry and promote a circular economy by applying efficient, compact, and precise technologies developed over the years to address challenges. These technologies can save energy, produce smaller products, and improve accuracy and precision, enabling Epson to contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which will bring a better and more sustainable future for everyone.

Epson is also seeking to utilize its device technology to achieve a smart society. To this end, the company will continue to develop controllers and drivers for various in car display systems that require high resolution and safety features, and can improve the performance of customer products.

Product Features

Warning light monitoring IC that meets automotive standards

Warning lights for On Screen Display (OSD)

Display security features