Optical Performance Measurement Redefined
FPM H Series
Display Optical Measurement Systems
The FPM H Series is one of our most flexible optical performance measurement solutions that is scalable to your display measurement needs. Whether you need to test cell phone display modules for engineering development purposes, ruggedized displays for aerospace and military applications, or TV LCD modules for production QA/QC, we have a FPM solution for you.
One of the major benefits to our FPM H Series is flexibility in interfacing with instruments, test pattern generators, and other test equipment; these systems really shine when it comes to their testing capabilities.
The FPM H Series handles accurate, repeatable measurements such as luminance, contrast ratio, and luminance / color uniformity, and also runs fully automated optical tests like color vs viewing angle, gamma, and gray to gray response time.
Display Size
Optical Instruments
Mount up to 4 instruments at a time. Software control integration for most of the popular optical instruments available
Automated Tests
Test Pattern Generators
Automated control of the Westar T-Drive LCD Tester and many other popular test pattern generators on the market today
See it in Action
Display optical performance measurement can be a labor-intensive process. It takes time to set up your instrument, configure your display and test pattern generator, make measurements, and then record the results.
This is where our display measurement systems come in. Our FPM Systems were designed from the ground-up to simplify this time-intensive and complicated process. To remove or reduce the pain-points, improve accuracy and repeatability, simplify testing and reporting, and most importantly, free up your time so you can focus on analysis.
Full optical characterization
Our FPM H Series can be set up to run many standard VESA, ICDM, SAE, TCO, ISO, SPWG and other display measurement tests as well as programmable customized tests. We offer test sequences that cover most display measurement requirements or you can write your own. Contact Us to learn more.
Center Screen Color
CIE Chromaticity
Correlated Color Temperature
Color Gamut and %NTSC
Shadowing (Cross Talk)
Gray Level Response Time
Contrast Ratio Uniformity
Color Uniformity
Contrast Ratio
Gamma
Flicker
Reflection Testing
Contrast Ratio vs Viewing Angle
Color vs Viewing Angle
Image Retention
Warm Up Time
Custom Tests
and more…
Wide selection of optical instruments supported
Works with optical instruments from all the popular brands
Our Display Measurement Systems work with more LMDs than any other display measurement system. Our systems support standard photometers and spectroradiometers from Topcon, Photo Research, Optronic Laboratories, and Minolta. This broad range of available instrument interfaces allows you to pick the best instrument for the job
Install and control up to 4 instruments
The FPM H Series can be customized to accommodate (hardware integration) up to 4 optical instruments depending on your display metrology needs. If you already have an instrument, we most likely can support it with our system software and hardware. If you don’t have an instrument, we can help you select the right one. The FPM H Series supports the following instruments:
Photo Research
- PR-655
- PR-670
- PR-705
- PR-730
- PR-740
- PR-788
- PR-880
- and more
Minolta
- CS-200
- CS-2000 / CS-2000A
Radiant Vision Systems
- ProMetric Series
Contact us for others
Goniometer for viewing angle positioning
The FPM H Series can be configured with either a polar goniometer or a orthogonal goniometer (pictured) which is a two-axis rotational stage used to rotate the DUT for viewing angle measurements.
Each goniometer type is capable of achieving a full ±90° viewing angle both vertically and horizontally.
Regardless of the mechanical arrangement chosen, ViewPoint supports both polar and orthogonal viewing angle coordinates and automatically performs transformations to achieve the desired angle.
Automated test pattern generation
Our most popular lcd tester for display drive is our T-Drive III but as with optical instruments, our ViewPoint software can interface with most test pattern generators on the market today. We even offer custom software interfaces to work with specialty LCD drive equipment.
If you need a test pattern generator as part of your optical measurement system, check out our LCD Testers or Contact Us to find out which lcd tester will work with your displays.
Software
TestStand - Automated Test Sequencer
- Access motion base, instruments, test pattern generators, and other supported devices using test objects
- Structure test steps into sequences and subsequences with global and local parameters
- Powerful development interface for sequence design and debugging
- Easy to user interface for sequence operation and control.
- Access Microsoft Excel for data reporting
ViewPoint - Manual Control Interface
The FPM H Series comes with a sleek user interface for manual control called ViewPoint. In a single interface, the user can control the instruments, light sources, test pattern generators, and motion base. ViewPoint can be customized with software controls for your specific instruments, test pattern generators, and power supplies.
- Access motion base, instruments, test pattern generators, and other supported devices
- Multi-view dockable GUI windows – arrange multiple DUT Control, Motion Control, and LMD GUIs
- Property grids for easy parameter input
- Enhanced CIE chromaticity charts (NTSC reference gamut, multiple measurement points, print graphs)
- Enhanced measurement history and reporting tools (print standard measurement reports from the MCI).
Automated 5-Axis motion base available in different sizes
All of our FPM H Series systems include a five-axis motion system and a controller computer with software interface (manual and automated control). We offer four standard models based on your display size requirements starting with our smallest FPM-500 system for measuring up to 12″ displays up to our largest FPM-530 system for measuring up to 72″ displays.
FPM-500
Up to 19″ Displays
Ideal for small to mid-sized displays and devices such as cell phone, tablet, and notebook displays requiring full optical characterization. This mobile system is ideal for use in an engineering laboratory or production QA/QC department.
FPM-510
Up to 30″ Displays
Ideal for medium sized displays such as laptop displays and LCD monitors. Configured with an orthogonal goniometer, the system easily handles deep and heavy display assemblies such as avionics, military ground vehicles, and automotive displays.
FPM-520
Up to 48″ Displays
The FPM-520 is the system of choice for AMLCD panel makers worldwide. With a 48″ (122 cm) polar goniometer, this workhorse serves triple-duty by performing precision optical measurements on notebook panels, monitors, and large area flat panel TVs.
FPM-530
Up to 72″ Displays
For very large displays, our FPM-530 with its 72” (183 cm) polar goniometer can handle the largest commercially available flat panel displays. The FPM-530 is ideal for optical measurements of large flat panel monitors or finished LCD TV products.
Customizable reports
Our FPM H Series comes standard with Microsoft Excel for data reporting. Use one of our pre-formatted reports or design your own.
Specifications
| Parameter | Standard FPM H Series Configurations | Custom Config. | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instrument Motion Base | FPM-500 | FPM-510 | FPM-510W | FPM-520 | FPM-530 | FPM-5XX |
| X-Axis Range (Left - Right) | 20" (50 cm) | 30" (76 cm) | 40" (100 cm) | 47.5" (121 cm) | 69.0" (175 cm) | Contact Westar |
| Y-Axis Range (Up - Down) | 20" (50 cm) | 30" (76 cm) | 30" (76 cm) | 47.5" (121 cm) | 55.0" (139 cm) | |
| Z-Axis Range (In - Out) | 20" (50 cm) | 30" (76 cm) | 30" (76 cm) | 47.5" (121 cm) | 55.0" (139 cm) | |
| Polar Goniometer | FPM-500 | FPM-510 | FPM-510W | FPM-520 | FPM-530 | FPM-5XX |
| DUT Mounting Plate Diameter | 19" | 30" | 48" | 72" | Contact Westar | |
| Range of Motion | Inc: ±90º Az: ±90º | Inc: ±90º Az: ±90º | Inc: ±90º Az: ±90º | Inc: ±90º Az: ±90º | ||
| Max Display Size (see note 1) | ||||||
| Width x Height, Diagonal (4:3) | 15.2” x 11.4”, 19” | 24.0” x 18.0”, 30" | 38.4” x 28.8”, 48" | 57.6” x 43.2”, 72" | ||
| Width x Height, Diagonal (16:9) | 16.6” x 9.3”, 19” | 26.2” x 14.7”, 30" | 41.8” x 23.5”, 48" | 62.8” x 35.4”, 72" | ||
| Weight | Contact Westar | |||||
| Orthogonal Goniometer (Optional) | FPM-500 | FPM-510 | FPM-510W | FPM-520 | FPM-530 | FPM-5XX |
| DUT Mounting Plate W x H | 16" x 17" | 24" x 24" | 32" x 24" | 48" x 24" | 70" x 36" | Contact Westar |
| Range of Motion | Tip: ±90º Turn: ±90º | Tip: ±90º Turn: ±90º | Tip: ±90º Turn: ±90º | Tip: ±90º Turn: ±90º | ||
| Max Display Size (see note 1) | ||||||
| Width x Height, Diagonal (4:3) | 16.0” x 12.0", 20" | 24.0” x 18.0”, 30" | 32.0” x 24.0”, 40" | 32.0” x 24.0”, 40" | 48.0” x 36.0”, 60" | |
| Width x Height, Diagonal (16:9) | 16.0” x 9.0”, 18" | 24.0” x 13.5”, 27" | 32.0” x 18.0”, 37" | 42.7” x 24.0”, 49" | 64.0” x 36.0”, 73" | |
| Weight | Contact Westar | |||||
| Test Capabilities (see note 2) | FPM-500 | FPM-510 | FPM-510W | FPM-520 | FPM-530 | FPM-5XX |
| Center Screen | Luminance, Color, Contrast Ratio, Gamma, CIE Chromaticity, Color Gamut and %NTSC, CCT | |||||
| Uniformity | Luminance Uniformity, Color Uniformity, Contrast Ratio Uniformity | |||||
| Viewing Angle | Luminance vs. Viewing Angle, Contrast vs. Viewing Angle, Color vs. Viewing Angle | |||||
| Temporal | Gray Level Response Time, Flicker | |||||
| Reflection | Specular Reflection, Diffuse Reflection | |||||
| Other | Shadowing (Cross-Talk), Image Retention, Warm-Up time | |||||
| Standardized Test Suites | VESA FPDM 2.0, ICDM, TCO ’99/’03/’05, ISO 13406-2, SAE, Others | |||||
| Custom Tests | Yes, Contact Westar | |||||
| Options and Accessories | FPM-500 | FPM-510 | FPM-510W | FPM-520 | FPM-530 | FPM-5XX |
| Optional Instruments | Instruments from Westar, Topcon, Minolta, Photo Research, BW-Tek, Optronic Laboratories | |||||
| Optional LCD Testers | Westar T Drive Series, Astro VG Series, Quantum Data QD Series | |||||
| Optional Lighting for Reflection Tests | We offer lighting kits that can be used for diffuse and specular reflection testing | |||||
| Optional Power Supplies / DMM | Sorensen DLM Series, Keithley 2000, 2400 | |||||
| Fixturing | Optional Standard Universal Fixture (SUF) for LCMs up to 1” thick | |||||
| System Controller PC | FPM-500 | FPM-510 | FPM-510W | FPM-520 | FPM-530 | FPM-5XX |
| Processor / Motherboard | 19” Rack Mounted Industrial PC with 7X USB, 6X RS-232, 2X Ethernet Ports | |||||
| Monitor and Peripherals | 22” LCD Flat Panel, Keyboard, Mouse, Joystick | |||||
| Operating System and Software | Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office, National Instruments TestStand, Westar ViewPoint | |||||
| System | FPM-500 | FPM-510 | FPM-510W | FPM-520 | FPM-530 | FPM-5XX |
| System Dimensions W x D x H (cm) | 122 x 76 x 200 | 183 x 122 x 200 | 183 x 122 x 200 | 244 x 152 x 213 | 305 x 230 x 270 | Contact Westar |
| PC Rack Enclosure W x D x H (cm) | 56 x 64 x 105 | |||||
| Power | 120 VAC, 15A, 60Hz | |||||
Notes: 1. Display size max dimension includes bezel. 2. Test capabilities vary based on system configuration and are dependent on options such as the optical instrument, test pattern generator, and baseline system.
Ordering Information
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Check out the Options and Accessories to find out more information on customizing the FPM H Series for your application
- Optical instruments and software
- LCD testers and test pattern generators
- Lighting options for reflection testing
- Power supplies and DMMs
- Display fixturing
- Customized test sequences
Contact Westar for more information on options and accessories