Rack Mount Hinge

Rack Mount Drawer Flip LCD Monitor
Industrial Grade & Military Compliant

KEY FEATURES

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  • Photo of Rack Mount Hinge rugged LCD monitor Rugged 1U/2U high rack mount drawer flip-up or flip-down LCD monitors
    • Mounted on solid-bearing slides for ease of deployment and storage
  • 15" to 20" display sizes
    • High brightness and NVIS compatible available
    • High resolution and wide format available
  • Intuitive, front-accessible user controls
  • Primary markets served are military, industrial and special purpose commercial applications
    • Private labeling available
  • Pair with an optional rack mount keyboard to achieve optimal ergonomics

Graphic for display enhancement servicesThe unique design of the Rack Mount Hinge yields an ultra-low profile enclosure of one vertical rack unit (1U = 1.75") when stowed (2U = 3.50" for the 20" model). 

When deployed from the rack drawer, the monitor pivots up or down 90° (factory configured) for operation and extends only about 4 to 6 inches from the rack chassis. This increases operator workspace, which is especially important in space-constrained environments.

Additionally, the display can easily be located at eye level within your 19" RETMA rack to optimize ergonomics.

RACK MOUNT HINGE OFFERS YOU MORE

We work with you to configure and build your Rack Mount Hinge monitor to meet your precise needs. Furthermore, we offer a wide range of practical options for you to custom design your unit.

What truly separates our Rack Mount Hinge Series from the rest of the crowd is its ability to provide you with the following benefits:

  • Rack Mount Hinge offers several display sizes/resolutions from 15" to 20".
  • Configuration flexibility with a wide variety of LCDs, video controllers, display overlays, pointing devices, power supplies, slides and enclosures to meet specific requirements.
  • Flawless operation in harsh and demanding environments; e.g., extremes of temperature, humidity, shock, vibration.
  • Long product life cycle. We can repair and/or replace defective or degraded parts with like or equivalent, compatible electronics or mechanical parts.
  • Designed, manufactured, tested and serviced in the U.S.A.
  • Custom configurations with optional components:

RACK MOUNT HINGE IN DEPTH

ENCLOSURE

Photo of rear view of Rack Mount Hinge

General Digital’s rugged aluminum enclosures are designed to withstand the rigors of commercial, industrial and military environments alike.

The enclosures are irridite coated (conductive anodized), providing protection from corrosion and improving the shielding properties where metal parts make contact with one another. All external surfaces are finished with a durable black powder coat.

They offer superior configuration flexibility, thus eliminating extensive redesign while still permitting the incorporatation of contemporary technological advances.


HINGED SLIDES

Close-up of display hingeCustom designed slides allow the Rack Mount Hinge to conveniently slide in and out of a 19" RETMA rack while occupying only 1U of rack space (2U for the 20" model). The slides also allow the display head to pivot up or down 90 degrees (factory configured) for optimal operation. The Rack Mount Hinge requires no assembly or disassembly to operate—simply pull out and pivot 90° to use. 

This model is specially suited to space-constrained environments, as it extends only 4"–6" from the rack chassis when in use.


CONNECTORS

All of the interfaces (video, serial, power, etc.) utilize shielded locking connectors that are (typically) located on the rear of the enclosure.

Close-up of rear connector panel on Rack Mount Hinge


PROTECTIVE GLASS/OVERLAY AND SEALED GASKET

General Digital protects your display against direct contact with foreign objects by overlaying the liquid crystal display with a pane of one (or more) of the following options:

  • Optical-grade, antiglare-etched or antireflective-coated glass
  • Chemically-strengthened and tempered glass
  • Laminated glass vandal shield
  • Polycarbonate or acrylic plastic protective overlay
  • Touch screen
  • Optical bonding
  • Optically clear EMI/RFI ITO-coated glass shield

To provide even greater protection, a sealed gasket is installed between the display and bezel, as well as between the bezel and protective overlay, to guard the monitor’s electronics from dust, liquids (e.g., spilled drinks) and other debris.

Close-ups of gaskets


POWER SUPPLY

The slim enclosure is typically available with an integrated (or externally attached) power supply that operates from +12 Vdc or +24 Vdc input. Optionally, an AC switching power supply is available. For applications requiring a thinner enclosure or a unique power source, we also offer a separate external supply as an option.

Photo of different types of power supplies


Close-up of video controller PCB

VIDEO AND CONTROLS

General Digital offers a wide range of video controllers, allowing you to fine tune the display features and support to your specific video requirements.

We can reprogram the video controller firmware/BIOS to support a variety of video timings and specialty needs, such as STANAG 3350 A, B and C, RS-343 and RS-170. Most of our video controllers will also support interlaced and non-interlaced analog video (separate, composite and Sync-On-Green), and live video signals such as NTSC, PAL or SECAM.

Other input signals we support include ARGB (VGA) to DVI, HDMI, HD-SDI, SD-SDI, DisplayPort, 4K UHD and more. Please consult a Sales Engineer to optimize your video controller selection.

Please consult a Sales Engineer to optimize your video controller selection.

On-Screen Display (OSD) Controls

Photos of membrane keypad and speakers

The Rack Mount Hinge monitor can be configured with a variety of standard or custom user controls, most often in the form of membrane or silicone keypads. Choices of LED and NVIS backlighting are available, as well as configuration with electronics that allow backlight dimming.

Much like your home TV, the On-Screen Display controls allow the user to adjust important display parameters, such as input signal, brightness, contrast, color temperature, sharpness, phase, scaling (aspect ratio), language and dozens of others.

Photo shows optional speakers on a 20" model.


DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS AND NIGHT VISION ENHANCEMENTS


Display and backlight types
General Digital can integrate virtually any LCD display size/resolution, from almost any panel manufacturer (OEM), into our enclosures. To assist in selecting the right panel for your application requirements, we have provided a list of commonly used or recommended panels for standard/low luminance, high brightness, sunlight readable and NVIS compatible needs.

New display models are constantly being introduced to the market by the LCD manufacturers, making it extremely difficult for us to maintain a comprehensive list. For this reason, we encourage you to speak with a Sales Engineer to share your price and performance objectives, so we can assist you in making the best display selection.


Standard Displays

General Digital has provided a sample listing of some common transmissive displays that are not sunlight readable. Typically, these displays are suitable for applications that are not going to require specialty functionality, such as sunlight readability or NVIS compatibility, and for customers with cost-sensitive budgets.

Standard brightness display types
LCD backlight produces sufficient luminance for use in office, shaded and low ambient/darkness light levels. However, luminance is insufficient to overcome reflected light for use in direct sunlight.


Tranmissive Enhanced Displays

This type of technology boosts the efficiency of the backlight’s light utilization and minimizes surface reflection of ambient light. It is a transmissive LCD module that produces high contrast images, even in bright outdoor light and direct sunlight. These displays feature a wider color reproduction range than reflective LCDs. Featuring an LED backlight, these displays consume very little power and produce very little heat, making them ideal for integration into fully sealed enclosures, which are devoid of ventilation holes and cooling fans to dissipate heat. They also provide the additional benefit of a wide operating/storage temperature (as great as -30°–85° C), so that they can endure exposure to greater internal ambient temperatures.

As a design note, we have found that these panels work best when coupled with an overlay that has an antireflective (AR) coating. Overlays that inhibit transmissivity (e.g., resistive touch screen) or have antiglare (AG) coatings will significantly reduce the panel’s performance in high ambient lighting conditions. Since transmissive displays produce greater brightness from their LED backlights than traditional transflective displays, they are regarded as a better outdoor solution, as they can generate high contrast in total darkness, in direct sunlight or on a cloudy/hazy afternoon.

Transmissive-EVT High Brightness Display Types
T-EVT technology uses the high brightness/efficiency LED backlight as a light source while minimizing the surface reflection of ambient light. The result is an LCD that produces high contrast images even in bright outdoor light or direct sunlight.


GenFlective™/Transflective Displays

This type of panel incorporates a highly reflective backlight that reflects the ambient lighting back out of the display to enhance its native brightness produced by its active backlight. Like the Transmissive-Enhanced View Displays, GenFlective panels work best when coupled with an AR-coated overlay. They are least effective with overlays that retard the light transmission (e.g., resistive touch sensors) or have a matte finish.

GenFlective/Transflective High Brightness Display Types
T-EVT technology uses the high brightness/efficiency LED backlight as a light source while minimizing the surface reflection of ambient light. The result is an LCD that produces high contrast images even in bright outdoor light or direct sunlight.


Sunlight Readable/NVIS Compatible Displays

These displays feature a value-add backlight, typically made from high efficiency LEDs. These displays produce significant active luminance. Often, the peak luminance is limited by internal ambient temperature constraints or must be connected to an intelligent backlight controller and thermal sensor that will automatically reduce brightness/power to avoid over-temperature conditions or thermal shutdown. The high luminance output makes them ideal for use with a wide variety of overlays such as touch sensors, EMI filters, heaters, etc.

Sunlight Readable/NVIS-Compatible Display Types
Sunlight readable displays use a General Digital-enhanced, highly efficient, super bright/sunlight readable LED backlight to provide maximum functional brightness. The addition of surface treatments such as antireflective coatings and optical bonding reduce surface reflections and increase contrast so displays can be used in direct sunlight.


If our stock offering does not suit your needs in terms of size, fit or function, please contact a Sales Engineer and we will work with you to configure a system to your specifications. Customers can also request that we integrate one of our many LED-based sunlight readableNVIS or sunlight readable/NVIS enhanced displays into their product. These solutions provide many advantages, such as increased longevity, improved durability, higher brightness, lower power consumption and/or NVIS compatibility.

OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES

A myriad of display enhancements and services are available, such as:

Please consult a Sales Engineer to discuss your specific needs or ideas.

CONFIGURATION CONTROL FOR EXTENDED LIFE CYCLE

Photo of mechanical drawingWe at General Digital are completely responsible for the design and construction of our products, allowing us to maintain nearly total control of their future. To that end, we gladly offer our engineering services to customers who require special customization of our devices to meet their commercial, industrial, marine or military requirements.

Our experience supporting Department of Defense programs has taught us the value of designing products with foresight so that they can be manufactured, serviced and upgraded for many years.

Though the market introduces new innovations and product upgrades at an alarming rate, our product management team knows the importance of proactive customer notification. Thus, we can offer product adaptation with similar or equivalent performance before designs become obsolete, thereby extending the product life cycle.

Please consult a Sales Engineer for additional details.

Below is an overview of typical General Digital Rack Mount Hinge Series model numbers. Having a good understanding of the structure of our model numbers will help you configure your monitor.

MODEL NUMBER CONFIGURATION BREAKDOWN

Prefix Family Size/ Resolution Display Video Controller Keyboard Enclosure Overlay Power Supply Custom
pp RH aab ccc(c) dd(d) ee ff gg hijj zzz
Note the following options for the Prefix (pp) category:
s = Sunlight Readable
n = NVIS Compatible
The Family category defines the base configuration, where...
RH = Rack Mount Hinge


Specifications subject to change without notice or obligation.

EXAMPLE CONFIGURATIONS

sRH-19W-993-117-00-04-02-0092-166

s = Prefix indicates sunlight readable
RH = Rack Mount Hinge Family
19W = Display Size [19"] and Resolution [SXGA, 1280 x 1024]
993 = Display model: Value-add LED backlit sunlight readable LCD
117 = Video Controller model
00 = No keyboard
04 = Enclosure type: Standard Rack Mount Hinge
02 = Overlay type: Clear float glass, antiglare etch two sides (default selection)
0092 = Power Supply type: No power supply attached or integrated within this configuration; +12 VDC input required
166 = Custom configuration
 

POPULAR CONFIGURATIONS

Size Model Description
15.0" RH-15X-408-121-51-02-02-0092 15.0" LCD, 1024 x 768, 350 Nits, Antiglare Protective Glass, DC Input Power
17.0" RH-17W-510-121-51-02-02-0092 17.0" LCD, 1280 x 1024, 300 Nits, Antiglare Protective Glass, DC Input Power
17.3" RH-17D-524-117-51-02-02-0092 17.3" LCD, 1920 x 1080, 400 Nits, Antiglare Protective Glass, DC Input Power
19.0" RH-19W-707-121-51-02-02-0092 19.0" LCD, 1280 x 1024, 350 Nits, Antiglare Protective Glass, DC Input Power
20.1" RH-20U-845-121-51-02-02-0092 20.1" LCD, 1600 x 1200, 260 Nits, Antiglare Protective Glass, DC Input Power

 

DISPLAY

The Rack Mount Hinge enclosures have been carefully designed to allow our design engineers to modify/customize existing designs, accommodating a large variety of display size/resolution combinations. Customers greatly benefit since they can request virtually any OEM LCD of their choice for integration, or select from our current list of value-added Genflective, Sunlight/High Brightness or NVIS-Compatible enhanced LCDs.

In the tables below is a sampling of display panels that we have integrated into monitors, or verified compatibility. Since new display models are constantly being introduced to the market by the LCD manufacturers, we invite you to share your requirements with a Sales Engineer, and they will consult with you to select the best panel for your application needs.

 

Popular Standard Luminance Displays
aab Model Size
(Diag.)
Viewing Area
(W x H)
Resolution
(Pixels)
B/L
Type
Brightness
(Nits)
Contrast
Ratio
Response
(R/F ms)
H/V View
Angle
Operating
Temp. (°C)
15X 408 15.0" 11.97" x 8.98" 1024 x 768 LED 400 600:1 3/5 ±80°/±80° -20°–70°
15X 409 15.0" 11.97" x 8.98" 1024 x 768 LED 400 700:1 5.7/2.3 ±80°/
+60°, -80°
-30°–85°
17W 510 17.0" 13.30" x 10.64" 1280 x 1024 LED 350 1000:1 3.5/1.5 ±85°/±85° -30°–85°
17D 524 17.3" 15.03" x 8.46" 1920 x 1080 LED 400 600:1 37/3 ±80°/
+60°,-80°
0°–70°
19W 701 19.0" 14.81" x 11.85" 1280 x 1024 LED 350 1000:1 3.6/1.4 ±85°/±80° 0°–50°
19W 711 19.0 14.81" x 11.85" 1280 x 1024 LED 450 1000:1 7/3 ±85°/±80° -30°–85°
20U 845 20.1" 16.06" x 12.05" 1600 x 1200 LED 260 1000:1 30 ±85°/±85° 0°–50°

Popular Sunlight Readable/NVIS Compatible Displays
aab Model
ccc(c)
Size
(Diag.)
Viewing Area
(W x H)
Resolution
(Pixels)
B/L
Type
Brightness
(Nits)
Contrast
Ratio
Response
(R/F ms)
H/V View
Angle
Operating
Temp. (°C)
15X 989 15.0" 11.97" x 8.98" 1024 x 768 LED 600 600:1 3/5 ±80°/±80° -20°–70°
17W 956 [1] 17.0" 13.30" x 10.64" 1280 x 1024 LED/
Dual Mode
932 813:1 3.5/1.5 ±85°/±85° -30°–85°
19W 993 [1] 19.0" 14.81" x 11.85" 1280 x 1024 LED/
Dual Mode
1000 700:1 3.6/1.4 ±85°/±80° 0°–50°

1 This model has been designed and tested to be NVIS compatible to MIL-STD-3009.
 

VIDEO CONTROLLER

Below are listed the most popular video controllers for use with the Rack Mount Hinge Series. Please inquire with a Sales Engineer for more information.

Model No.
(ddd)
Resolution
(Up To)
Input
Signals
Edge
Connectors
Other
Features
117 1920 x 1200
@ 60 Hz
ARGB
DVI-D
HDMI
Component [1]
VGA
DVI-D
HDMI
10-Bit
DVI Dual Link 1.4
Image Flip
RS-232
Ethernet Control
I²C
121 1920 x 1200
@ 60 Hz
ARGB (x2)
HD Component
DVI-I
Composite
S-Video
VGA
DVI-I
BNC
S-Video
8-Bit
HD-SDI Daughter Board (Optional)
HD Component Video (Optional)
132 1440 x 900
@ 60 Hz
ARGB
DVI-D
VGA
DVI-D
138 1920 x 1200
@ 60 Hz
ARGB
DisplayPort
HDMI
VGA
DisplayPort
HDMI
Audio Line Out Jack
140 1920 x 1200
@ 60 Hz
HDMI (x2) HDMI
151 1920 x 1200
@ 60 Hz
ARGB
Composite
DVI-D
HDMI (x2)
HD/SD Component
VGA
BNC
DVI-D
HDMI
Audio Line Out Jack
DDC 1.2/b Compatible
EDID: Auto-Set to Panel Resolution to Match Settings
IR Sensor (Optional)
Power in: 12/24 Vdc

[1] Can be configured with HDMI or Component video plus DVI-D and VGA.
 

ENCLOSURE TYPE

The enclosure used is determined by General Digital, based on the best fit for the intended application, after discussion with the customer.
 

ff Description
04 Standard, Rack Mount Hinge 1U Chassis, Aluminum, Black Matte Powder Coat
05 Standard, Rack Mount Hinge 2U Chassis, Aluminum, Black Matte Powder Coat
09 Modified, Rack Mount Hinge 1U Chassis, Generation 2, Shortened Enclosure Depth (in stowed position), Aluminum, Black Matte Powder Coat
23 Standard, Rack Mount Hinge 1U Chassis, Generation 2, Aluminum, Black Matte Powder Coat

Rack Mount Hinge Enclosure [1]

DISPLAY SIZE ENCLOSURE / WITH SLIDES DIMENSIONS (H x W x D)
15.0" 1.75" (1U) x 19.00" x 16.63" / 20.00"
17.0" 1.75" (1U) x 19.00" x 18.12" / 20.00"
1.75" (1U) x 19.00" x 15.81" / 20.00"
17.3" 1.75" (1U) x 19.00" x 18.12" / 20.00"
1.75" (1U) x 19.00" x 15.81" / 20.00"
19.0" 1.75" (1U) x 19.00" x 18.12" / 24.00"
1.75" (1U) x 19.00" x 15.81" / 20.00"
20.1" 1.75" (1U) x 19.00" x 15.81" / 20.00"


[1] Note that dimensions are to be referenced as a general guideline only. Since our LCD monitors can be tailored to your needs, the specific dimensions may vary somewhat.
 

OVERLAY

The Rack Mount Hinge is highly configurable. There are many overlays that can be added in front or behind the LCD to improve its performance. Please speak with a Sales Engineer to select the right overlay for your budget and performance requirements. Note that a unique numerical identifier will be assigned depending on the specific overlay(s) selected. Download our full list of assigned overlays available.

gg Description
Glass Overlays Various Thicknesses (1.5mm, 2mm, 3mm)
Glass Overlays Various Surface Treatments (AR, AG, AR/AG, etc.)
Glass Overlays Various Construction (Gorilla, Chemically Strengthened, Float, etc.)
Glass Overlays Various Contrast (Clear, 62% Neutral Density, 75% Neutral Density, etc.)
Polycarbonate/Plastic Overlays Various Thicknesses (1.5mm, 2mm, 3mm)
Polycarbonate/Plastic Overlays Various Surface Treatments (AR, AG, AR/AG, etc.)
Polycarbonate/Plastic Overlays Various Construction (Lexan, etc.)
Polycarbonate/Plastic Overlays Various Contrast (Clear, 62% Neutral Density, 75% Neutral Density, etc.)
Touch Sensors Various Technologies [Resistive (4-Wire, 5-Wire, etc.), Capacitive (Surface, Projected, Touch, etc.), IR, SAW, etc.]
Touch Sensors Various Surface Treatments (AR, AG, AR/AG, etc.)
Touch Sensors Various Construction [Resistive (GFG, FFG), Capacitive (glass, strengthened glass)]
Display Heaters Various Technologies (ITO Bus Bar, Silver Mesh, Strip)
Display Heaters Various Ratings (Ohms, OPI, etc.)
Display Heaters Various Controllers (Power, Warm-Up Time, etc.)
EMI Filters Various Ratings (Ohms, OPI, etc.)
Films Various Surface Types (AR, AG, AR/AG, Privacy, Cold Mirror, etc.)
Films Various Background Types (BEF, DBEF, ESR, etc.)
Other Circular Polarizers
Other 1/4-Wave Retarders
Services Optical Bonding

POWER SUPPLY

Listed below are the most popular power supplies we use to power our LCD monitors. [1, 2]

Model
Number
Mount
Type
Input Voltage
Range
Output
Voltage
Frequency
Range
Power
(Maximum)
Power Factor
Correction
PS-1U-1275-PFC
FCC Certified
and UL Approved
Separate 85–264 Vac
Auto-Sensing
+12 Vdc 47–63 Hz 75 Watts 0.95
90-1105-015/
90-160
Separate 90–264 Vac +12 Vdc 50–60 Hz 100 Watts Yes
IP31 [3] Internal 90–264 Vac +12 Vdc 47–63 Hz 100 Watts Yes
0092
(Standard config
does not include supply)
+12 Vdc
(Default)
Provided by customer Provided by customer Provided by customer Provided by customer

[1] All variations of the Rack Mount Hinge Series LCD monitors are designed to be in compliance with FCC Class A and UL 60950 Certification, which includes configuration with General Digital’s standard supply. Please note that this supply includes the required DC harness and connector to interface with the unit.
[2] Consult a Sales Engineer to select from a multitude of standalone AC switching or DC–DC supplies that can be mounted within the customer’s rack. General Digital can assist in specifying a commercial, industrial or military power supply that will meet your specific requirements.
[3] RH-20U models only.

General Digital designs and manufactures scores of different monitor configurations each year, making the creation of technical documentation for each configuration impractical. We efficiently combine data into a select few documents, which answer most questions that customers typically ask. Please feel welcome to request any information not found here.


OTHER DOWNLOADS

Utilities are available to all visitors, and can be used for a variety of LCD monitor applications.

User’s Manuals and Calibration & Setup Guides are available for customers only. 

Drivers are available for customers only.

If you have lost the password provided with your product, please contact us right away.

 

The photos below represent a small sampling of General Digital’s standard and custom Rack Mount Hinge LCD products. They serve to illustrate the many display sizes and mechanical configurations we offer, as well as standard and custom design features, capabilities and options. Click the thumbnails to view full-size photos.



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