OBSOLESCENCE · 2 min read
An obsolete LCD is not just a purchasing problem
A practical replacement checklist for OEM manufacturing teams: verify mechanics, electronics, firmware and qualification before committing to a last-time buy.
Read articleTHE PRODUCTION NOTEBOOK
Phoenix Display Blog
Practical decisions for manufacturing teams: protect the line, qualify the display, and design for the life of your product.
6 articles
DELIVERY · 2 min read
The display delivery plan your production schedule actually needs
Turn display purchasing into a production continuity plan with demand visibility, change control, replenishment ownership and realistic recovery options.
Read articleQUALITY · 2 min read
Write the LCD acceptance plan before the first production lot
Define visual, electrical and functional acceptance criteria so display quality discussions become repeatable decisions rather than subjective judgments.
Read articlePERFORMANCE · 2 min read
Why the LCD must be tested inside the final enclosure
Evaluate display readability, thermal behavior, interface timing and touch performance in the complete OEM assembly—not just on a development bench.
Read articleCOST · 2 min read
The lowest display price can hide the highest program cost
Compare production displays using landed cost, qualification, rework, inventory and lifecycle exposure—not only unit price.
Read articleNEW PRODUCT DESIGN · 2 min read
Design the display for production, not just the prototype
A production-ready display brief connects user needs, mechanics, electronics, qualification and supply expectations before an OEM design is frozen.
Read articleAnswers library
Short answers to the questions engineers ask us most.
- What is a Surface Acoustic Wave (SAW) touch screen?
- Are custom displays more expensive than standard displays?
- When should I choose to go custom?
- What are the tooling costs?
- Can you match the display that I am getting from my supplier?
- How do I know what kind of display I need?
- Can I Put a Touch Panel on Any Display?
- Product life cycle & How to handle obsolescence
- What is an infrared touch screen?
- PDI Releases Video LCD Displays-About Phoenix Display-March 24, 2011 | Custom & Standard LCD Displays
What is putting your production at risk?
Start with the five supply-chain problems.