RE: VFD's
-----Original Message-----
From: Chris Loiacono [mailto:chris@mail2asi.com]
Sent: Wednesday, February 20, 2002 10:58 AM
To: 'Kosmerchock, Steve'
Subject: [OT] VFD's for projection/heads-up display


Perhaps this is the right time to mention the reason for my interest.
I have been, for some time pondering on a way to make a cost effective HUD
that is both miniature and compact. There are a couple of patents out for
reflective methods that festoon a projected image over a series of mirrors
to create a reasonable focal length for the wearer while using a very small
amount of space. It seemed that a VFD would provide a nice strong lighted
image for this.
The device needs to be battery powered, so the 130 mA is killer.

Hence, instead of perhaps trying to re-invent the wheel, has anyone done or
seen anything like what I am describing? I might consider teaming up with
someone to develop this into a useful product...

Thanks,
Chris

  -----Original Message-----
  From: Kosmerchock, Steve [mailto:Steve.Kosmerchock@rfsworld.com]
  Sent: Wednesday, February 20, 2002 7:14 AM
  To: 'Chris Loiacono'
  Subject: RE: VFD's


  Chris,

  If you have used a Hitachi compatable LCD then the software is written
  the same. The power is +5VDC @ 130mA. Attatched is a picture of the
display.

  Here is a link to their page:
  http://www.noritake-elec.com/uversion.htm

  The model # is CU20025ECPB-U1J

  Steve

  -----Original Message-----
  From: Chris Loiacono [mailto:chris@mail2asi.com]
  Sent: Wednesday, February 20, 2002 11:13 AM
  To: 'Kosmerchock, Steve'
  Subject: VFD's



  Steve:

  I might be interested in some VFD's from your list of surplus parts.
  Forgive my ignorance, but I have no experience with VFD's.

  My big question is: what is the power requirement for these displays?

  Thanks,
  Chris

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