VP13
LCD Controller

The VP13 is configured via a utility that supports in-the-field firmware, FPGA and parameter (BIOS) updates. The VP13 can be dynamically controlled over RS232, USB, or Ethernet with parameters stored in non-volatile memory to retain desired settings.  VP13 Configure supports the setup of:

• A prioritized list of all applicable video input modes that can be automatically detected
• Mode-independent parameters, such as scaled (output) area-of-interest and location within output resolution
• Synchronization method
• Sequences for power up, loss of video and video detection

To support (2) standard input channels, multiple input types per channel, and multiple windows in an embedded application, the VP13 offers a comprehensive approach for automatic detection, conversion, and windowing of many video formats.  Each input channel can have multiple, prioritized video input modes associated with it.  A mode consists of the input type (DVI, VGA. CVBS, etc), video timing, and associated window parameters.

Each input channel has a mode selection subsystem to scan for defined modes per a user-defined methodology. The VP13 can scan defined modes associated with a specific input type (such as VGA), all input types on that channel, or a specific mode identifier.  At power up, each channel’s mode selection subsystem initiates an automated scan. Once a mode is matched (either exactly or within pre-defined limits), that video input is displayed in its window(s) per the mode’s associated window parameters (input area-of-interest, window size, window location).