T-Drive III
Ultra High Definition LCD Tester
T-Drive™ III is the premier solution to drive LCD panels and displays with eDP 1.4, DisplayPort 1.4, HDMI 2.1, and LVDS interfaces. T-Drive™ III provides everything to drive the LCD module, including ultra-high definition resolution, high frame rates, programmable power for panel and backlighting, SPI bus for display initialization, PWM backlight control, and EDID read/write.
T-Drive™ III’s technically advanced features are enabled by our comprehensive T-Cubed™ software to create and download drive profiles and by our intuitive handheld keypad for easy operation.
Once the T-Drive™ III is loaded with timing profiles, an operator may select a timing profile and turn the panel on in less than a second, scroll through test patterns, adjust pattern attributes in real-time, and much more.
The standard T-Drive™ III includes eDP/DisplayPort output, multiple built-in test patterns, and the ability to display downloaded images.
Features
Supports 4Kx2K resolutions
Supports 4Kx2K resolutions, including 3840×2160, 4096×2160, and 4096×2400 formats, and up to 240Hz frame/refresh rate with eDP 1.4, DisplayPort 1.4, LVDS, HDMI 2.1, and DisplayPort Alt Mode outputs
Drives a wide variety of LCD panels and backlights
Programmable raster timing and power to drive a wide variety of LCD panels and backlight controllers
SPI bus for display initialization
Access to a display’s internal programmable registers via SPI bus
Powerful test pattern capabilities
Real-time adjustable test patterns, built-in test patterns, and downloadable images
Applications
LCD Screening and Repair
Video Latency Measurement
Incoming Inspection
Automated Optical Test
R&D and QA/QC
Powerful Configuration Utility
T-Cubed is a software application that helps you to manage the files stored on your T-Drive III. T-Cubed includes an easy to use editor to create a timing / electrical panel profile and pattern list. Some of the parameters that can be configured using T-Cubed include:
- Programmable raster timing and programmable power
- EDID read/write/compare
- Custom pattern download and display
- Power consumption measurements
- Backlight driver control
- User-defined pattern lists and auto pattern sequencing
Hardware Configurability
Enhanced Pattern Generation
Specifications
| Video Output | 1 Card | 2 Cards | 3 Cards | 4 Cards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| eDP/DisplayPort | Standard | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Bits per Pixel | 12 bit per color | |||
| Lanes | Up to 4 | Up to 8 | Up to 12 | Up to 16 |
| Rate (per lane) | 1.6, 2.7, or 5.4 Gbit/sec (Intermediate lane rates supported for eDP 1.4) | |||
| Clock Frequency (effective) |
Up to 660M pixels/sec for 4 lanes | Up to 1320M pixels/sec for 8 lanes | Up to 1980M pixels/sec for 12 lanes | Up to 660M pixels/sec for 16 lanes |
| Resolution (for 8 bit/color) |
Up to 4Kx2K at 60 Hz Up to 2560x2048 at 120 Hz Up to 1920x1200 at 240 Hz |
Up to 8Kx2K at 60 Hz Up to 4Kx2K at 120 Hz Up to 2560x2048 at 240 Hz |
Up to 12Kx2K at 60 Hz Up to 5Kx3K at 120 Hz Up to 3200x2400 at 240 Hz |
Up to 8Kx4K at 60 Hz Up to 8Kx2K at 120 Hz Up to 4Kx2K at 240 Hz |
| Encoding | RGB 4:4:4 supported (Call for other encoding) | |||
| LVDS | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Bits per Pixel | 10 bit per color | |||
| Pixels per Clock | 1, 2, or 4 | 8 | 12 | 16 |
| Clock Frequency | Up to 540M pixels/sec | Up to 1080M pixels/sec | Up to 1620M pixels/sec | Up to 2160M pixels/sec |
| Resolution (for 8 bit/color) |
Up to 3200x2400 at 60 Hz Up to 2560x1440 at 120 Hz Up to 1600x1200 at 240 Hz |
Up to 5120x2880 at 60 Hz Up to 3200x2400 at 120 Hz Up to 2560x1440 at 240 Hz |
Up to 5120x4096 at 60 Hz Up to 4096x2400 at 120 Hz Up to 2560x2048 at 240 Hz |
Up to 6400x4800 at 60 Hz Up to 5120x2880 at 120 Hz Up to 3200x2400 at 240 Hz |
| HDMI 2.0 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Bits per Pixel | 8 bit per color (Call for 12 bit) | |||
| Clock Frequency | 25 to 600M pixels/sec | 50 to 1200M pixels/sec | 75 to 1800M pixels/sec | 100 to 2400M pixels/sec |
| Resolution | Up to 4Kx2K at 60 Hz Up to 2560x2048 at 120 Hz Up to 1920x1200 at 240 Hz |
Up to 8Kx2K at 60 Hz Up to 4Kx2K at 120 Hz Up to 2560x2048 at 240 Hz |
Up to 12Kx2K at 60 Hz Up to 5Kx3K at 120 Hz Up to 3200x2400 at 240 Hz |
Up to 8Kx4K at 60 Hz Up to 8Kx2K at 120 Hz Up to 4Kx2K at 240 Hz |
| Encoding | RGB 4:4:4 supported (Call for other encoding) | |||
| HDMI 2.1 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Bits per Pixel | 12 bit per color | |||
| Clock Frequency | Up to 1.8G pixels/sec | Up to 3.6G pixels/sec | Up to 5.4G pixels/sec | Up to 7.2G pixels/sec |
| Resolution | Up to 8Kx4K at 50 Hz Up to 4Kx2K at 200 Hz |
Up to 8Kx8K at 50 Hz Up to 8Kx4K at 100 Hz |
Up to 12Kx8K at 50 Hz Up to 4Kx2K at 480 Hz |
Up to 16Kx8K at 50 Hz Up to 8Kx4K at 200 Hz |
| Encoding | RGB 4:4:4 supported (Call for other encoding) | |||
| DP Alt Mode USB-C | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Bits per Pixel | 12 bit per color | |||
| Lanes | Up to 4 | Up to 8 | Up to 12 | Up to 16 |
| Rate (per lane) | 1.6, 2.7, 5.4, or 8.1 Gbit/sec (Intermediate lane rates supported for eDP 1.4) | |||
| Clock Frequency (effective) |
Up to 990M pixels/sec for 4 lanes | Up to 1980M pixels/sec for 8 lanes | Up to 2970M pixels/sec for 12 lanes | Up to 3960M pixels/sec for 16 lanes |
| Resolution (for 8 bit/color) |
Up to 5Kx3K at 60 Hz Up to 4Kx2K at 120 Hz Up to 2560x1600 at 240 Hz |
Up to 8Kx4K at 60 Hz Up to 5Kx3K at 120 Hz Up to 4Kx2K at 240 Hz |
Up to 12Kx4K at 60 Hz Up to 5Kx4K at 120 Hz Up to 4Kx2400 at 240 Hz |
Up to 8Kx8K at 60 Hz Up to 8Kx4K at 120 Hz Up to 5Kx3K at 240 Hz |
| Encoding | RGB 4:4:4 supported (Call for other encoding) | |||
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Power Generation, Switching, and Sequencing | |
| Power Supplies 1 and 3 | 2.5 to 24 VDC, up to 3A |
| Power Supply 2 | 9 to 24 VDC, up to 6A |
| Power Supply Accuracy | Greater of 150mV and +/-3 |
| Max Deliverable Power | Up to 150 W |
| Switching Time | less than 1 msec (typical) |
| Power Sequence Delay | From 1 to 10,000 msec, 1 msec increment |
| Meas. Accuracy | +/-60mV, +/-60mA |
| Meas. Precision | 0.01V, 0.01A |
| Control Interfaces | |
| B/L Driver Control | PWM, PWM+I2C |
| Discretes | 12 Out, 1.8-5V VCCIO |
| Storage Capacity | |
| Pattern List | 16 lists of up to 32 patterns |
| Timing Profile | 500 |
| Bitmap | 100 images, at 4Kx2K |
| System | |
| Dimensions | 5.75” H x 10.5” L x 9.75” D |
| Weight | 6 lbs |
| Tester Control | USB 2.0 |
| Power | 90 to 264VAC, 200 W max, 47-63 Hz |
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Test Patterns | |
| Standard Patterns | Full Screen Color Pixel Horizontal or Vertical Line Movable Crosshair 4 Color Horizontal or Vertical Wedge Horizontal or Vertical Gray Scale Static or Moving Rectangle Checkerboard Border Response Time Animation Color Bars Tunnel Flicker Blink (Trigger out signal active) |
| Additional Features | |
| Pattern Features | Movable crosshair overlay for all patterns Moving Bitmap Blinking rectangle overlay for all patterns |
| EDID | EDID read/write/compare (EDID ver 1.4) |
| Warranty and Support | |
| Warranty | 1 Year Limited Warranty |
| Technical Support | Phone and Email Support Available |
Ordering Information
The system comes standard with the eDP/DisplayPort output card and bitmap capability. Other options are available such as the Quad LVDS output card and Windows DLL for remote control. Check out our LCD Tester Options or Contact Us for info on T-Drive options and accessories.
The T-Drive III includes:
- T-Drive III base unit
- One eDP/DisplayPort output card
- Storage for 100 custom patterns
- Handheld Keypad
- USB Cable
- Companion Software with User’s Manual
Optional Features
- Quad LVDS output card
- 2 Quad LVDS output cards for spare or Octal LVDS
- eDP/DisplayPort output cards for spare or enhanced output
- HDMI 2.0 output cards
- HDMI 2.1 output cards
- DisplayPort Alt Mode output card (with USB type C connector)
- Windows DLL for remote control
If you can’t find what you are looking for, contact us for info on T-Drive options and accessories.
Westar’s family of LCD Testers are supported by our Tooling Solutions. A tooling solution allows you, the customer, to use our LCD Tester to test a particular display. Tooling solutions are developed cost-effectively by our support staff, saving you time and money for your test functions.
For quickest delivery of tooling solutions, we ask that you supply a sample display, along with its specification or datasheet. Our tooling specialists will use this information to create a tooling solution. We have already developed hundreds of tooling solutions for many common LCD panels. Just ask our support staff if we have a solution already complete!
Our cabling solutions are delivered with schematics to allow you to repair your cables, or build more yourself. Our profiles are ready-to-use on your TFT Tester, already tested at our facility!