Fight Off Unwanted Glare with Sunlight Monitors

If you've ever tried to work on a laptop computer while out on a sunny day, you know what a challenge it can be. Now, imagine trying to display crystal clear video in the glare of the sun or other light sources. It can be downright impossible to do with standard LCD monitors. Most LCD screens were built to display images only under optimal, indoor lighting. They just can't deliver quality images in bright light conditions. Custom monitors from TRU-VuMonitors.com are available that are fully sunlight readable.

The custom monitors from TRU-VuMonitors.com are made for outdoor use or for viewing in bright light areas. These sunlight monitors feature brightness levels of 1,000 nits or more. That makes them perfect for viewing even in direct, overhead sunlight conditions.

TRU-VuMonitors.com offers another option to standard sunlight readable LCD displays, called optically bonded monitors. A special optical-grade resin is applied to the monitors which gets rid of the air gap between the LCD display and the glass covering. Reflective light is greatly minimized which allows you to view high quality images that are not washed out by the light. The optical bonding process also provides a higher level of protection against shock and humidity, in addition to reducing image destroying reflective light.

Sunlight readable monitors and optically bonded monitors are great for outdoor and high light conditions. Whether you are considering sunlight LCD monitors for outdoor kiosks or mobile computing options for your employees, you need to consider the ways that lighting can effectively ruin the viewing experience. TRU-VuMonitors.com has a variety of custom monitors available to help take the glare away and provide excellent images in any type of environment.

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How to Choose Your LCD Displays and Should You Consider a Sunlight LCD?

At first glance, selecting LCD displays may seem as simple as choosing the size and style.  However, to ensure you make the optimal choice for your needs, there are numerous factors to consider.  For example:

1.    The number of people that will be viewing the monitor. If a single viewer, then a smaller size may suffice.  If several people will view it simultaneously, then a monitor with a wide viewing angle is crucial.

2.    Where will it be used? Manufacturing environments may require rugged LCD displays which can withstand dust, dirt, moisture, heat, cold, shock, vibration and direct impact.  A monitor in a small kiosk would benefit from a touch screen, and perhaps a vandal-proof covering.

        If the monitor is to be used outdoors, or in brightly-lit areas, you may want to consider anti-glare or anti-reflective coatings.  If used in direct sunlight, an optically bonded monitor or a sunlight LCD monitor may be best.

    If the monitor is to be embedded in a machine or kiosk, then a panel mount or rack mount monitor would be useful.  Or, will it be wall or ceiling mounted?  (Look for VESA mount holes on the rear of the monitor.)  Does the monitor need to be waterproof?  Does it require EMI shielding?  What temperature extremes will it be exposed to?  Will the monitor be used in the U.S. only, or overseas?  Do you need sound? Should you consider a sunlight LCD?

3.    How will the monitor be used? Will you display only text and graphics, still photos or video?  Video will require better resolution, 16.7 million colors, and good brightness and contrast specs.  The LCD display must also be able to accommodate the specific type of video signal:  VGA, S-Video, Component, Composite or HDMI, HD-SDI or DVI for full HD.
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    Touch screen monitors often simplify human interaction.  In this case, how will the user activate the screen:  finger, gloved hand, pen, stylus?  This will dictate whether a capacitive, resistive, SAW or IR type touch screen is best.

As you can see, there is a myriad of factors to consider when choosing your LCD displays.  Contact a monitor expert to ensure it meets all of your current and future needs.

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