RACK DRAWER FLIP MONITOR/KEYBOARD

We work with you to configure and build your SlimLine 1U monitor-keyboard 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 SlimLine Series from the rest of the crowd is its ability to provide you with the following benefits:

• SlimLine 1U is available with multiple display sizes/resolutions from 15″ to 19″.
• 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 for an extended duration.
• Designed, manufactured, tested and serviced in the U.S.A.
• Custom configurations with optional components:
  • Compliance with radiated and conducted EMI requirements (e.g., MIL-STD-461)
  • Operation in high ambient lighting or direct sunlight
  • Compatibility with night vision goggles (MIL-STD-3009)
  • Keyboards/trackballs that operate in rain, and survive direct exposure to spilled liquids
  • Extended warranties

The SlimLine 1U has an extremely low profile, occupying only one vertical rack unit (1U = 1.75″/44.45 mm). It achieves this ultra-low profile by a tilting LCD from behind the keyboard, such that the display lies flat (facing upward) and behind the keyboard when stowed in the rack. To operate, the unit slides out of the rack like a drawer and the display flips upward.

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Enclosures

Constructed from a combination of aluminum and steel to provide a rugged, cost-effective and flexible design platform, this formidable LCD monitor-keyboard rack mount drawer is intended for use in industrial and military applications. The enclosures are completely Iridite^® coated to provide protection from corrosion and improve shielding properties where parts make contact with one another. All external surfaces are finished with a durable black powder coat paint, although custom colors are available upon request.

A pair of solid-bearing chassis slides facilitates the mounting of the SlimLine 1U into a rack chassis, and stowed out of the way in space-constrained environments.

Normally, the slides are installed as a standard set in even lengths (e.g., 20″, 22″, 24″). However, in the event that a customer requires special functionality or extension lengths, we can provide optional custom slide assemblies as a non-standard combination of the rails.

 

A spring coil latch and machined handle firmly secure the display in its stowed position.

The LCD flips upward on continuous friction hinges such that it can be positioned at virtually any angle that the operator desires, from 0 to 90+ degrees.

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Protective Glass/Overlay and Sealed Gasket

General Digital offers a variety of standard and custom gaskets to augment the performance of the SlimLine 1U Series:

• Watertight (NEMA 4/6) gaskets (e.g., closed cell, neoprene, rubber, single-sided adhesive, double-sided adhesive, O-ring) are installed between the LCD (or overlay) and the front bezel to prevent liquids from entering the enclosure through the display opening.
• Dust gaskets (e.g., open cell gaskets) are often supplied for monitors that do not require a liquid-tight seal between the display and/or overlay and the bezel, or for systems that use a touch technology (e.g., SAW) that are only compatible with certain gasket types.
• EMI/RFI gaskets reduce radiated and conducted emissions of the monitor.
• Desiccating gaskets can be used to prevent moisture/condensation from forming between the LCD and the overlay when exposed to high humidity.

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Connections

SlimLine 1U interface connectors are located on a pair of connector panels located at the rear of the main enclosure, on either side of the display head assembly.

Standard interfaces (video source, keyboard, pointing device and power) utilize a locking style connector (where applicable).

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Power

By default, the SlimLine 1U is configured to operate from a separate +12 Vdc or +24 Vdc. Optionally, an integrated AC switching power supply is available.

For applications requiring a more shallow enclosure or a unique power source, we optionally offer a DC input and/or DC-DC converters with a wider input power range and reverse polarity.

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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.

 

On-Screen Display (OSD) Controls

The SlimLine 1U 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.

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Display Brightness and Night Vision Enhancements

 

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.

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.

Transmissive-Enhanced View 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.

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.

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 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 readable, NVIS 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.

 

A vast assortment of commercial-, industrial- and military-grade keyboards are available, with an integrated trackball. Customers may opt for other pointing devices, such as a touch pad, or omit one altogether.

Multiple keyboard protocols are supported including PC (USB, PS/2, AT, XT) and SUN® (Type 5 [8-pin Mini-DIN], Type 6 [USB]), as well as custom or proprietary interfaces.

 

Commercial-Grade Keyboards

• Models 46, 47, 48, 49, 50
• 83 black keys
• USB or PS/2 interfaces
• Mechanical key switches with tampo-printed keys
• Keys rated for 50 million actuations
• 11.1″ x 5.2″ surface area

 

Industrial-Grade Keyboards

• Models 51, 52, 53, 56, 60, 61, 63, 64, 66, 68, 70
• Sealed spill proof/dust proof construction
  • Cola/coffee/beverage immune
  • Impervious to many chemicals
• Electronics, switch actuators, optical sensors and internal connectors protected from contamination
• Full travel, solid-state switches
  • Steel switch chassis and hardware
• Extremely high MTBF
• Class 2 workmanship
• Optional backlighting

 

Military-Grade Keyboards

• Models 55, 57, 58, 59, 62, 67, 69
• Sealed spill proof/dust proof construction
  • Cola/coffee/beverage immune
  • Impervious to many chemicals
• Electronics, switch actuators, optical sensors and internal connectors protected from contamination
• Full travel, solid-state switches
• Extremely high MTBF
• EMI Filters
• Transient protection
• Aluminum switch chassis
• Stainless hardware
• Keycap clips, black keys
• Shock sensing
• Class 2 or higher workmanship
• Optional backlighting
• Lifetime warranty

 

Optional Backlighting

• Models 52, 55, 57, 58, 62, 65, 67, 69
• Reliable LED light source (Green, Red, Amber, Blue)
• Negative/Reverse Image key legends enhance readability and overall image
• Brightness control via potentiometer or keyboard keys
• Brightness control capability provides flexibility for different ambient conditions and personal preferences
• Durable key legends

 

Optional Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Protection

• Models 55, 57, 58, 59, 62, 65, 67, 69
• Specially designed multi-layer PCB provides shielding, protection and drain to ensure EMI/RFI/TEMPEST/FCC/VDE/EMP/ESD/LE compliance and survival for electromagnetic events
• PCB mounted EMI/RFI filters
• PCB mounted voltage transient/surge protection devices for extreme ESD, lightning or EMP induced voltage surges
• EMI/RFI/Environmental gasketing
• Special switch chassis enhances EMI/RFI/Environmental shielding and performance

 

Other Options

• NVIS-compatible backlights (Model 69)
• Key colors (Navy Gray, Off-White, Black)
• Conformal coating for redundant protection and long term resistance to excessive rain, humidity, salt/fog and corrosion
• International Key Legend set or other custom key sets
• Keycap retaining clips for extreme shock event
• Custom firmware for various special functions, power sequencing, etc.

 

Trackball (1-3/8″ and 2″)

• Spill proof/dust proof
• Sealed stainless steel bearings
• High strength stainless steel encoder shafts
• Removable black phenolic ball for cleaning
• Optical sensors for long-term reliability
• Low force ball wiper
• Trackball cavity drain for excessive rain/spill
• 3-button layout

Specifications subject to change without notice or obligation.

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

• Antireflective coatings/antiglare etching

• Night Vision Goggle-compatible displays
• Sunlight readable displays
• Optical bonding
• Film laminations
• Touch screens
• EMI/RFI filters
• Display heaters
• Vandal shields
• Custom controls
• Multimedia drives

• KVM switches
• Slide extension brackets
• Cable carriers
• Rack adaptors
• Private labeling
• Extended warranties
• Power supplies, cables and more
• Programmable backlight/thermal controllers for optimal brightness/temperature conditions

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

We 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.

We work with you to configure and build your SlimLine Lite II 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 SlimLine Series from the rest of the crowd is its ability to provide you with the following benefits:

• SlimLine Lite II is available with multiple 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., extreme 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 for an extended lifetime.
• Designed, manufactured, tested and serviced in the U.S.A.
  Custom configurations with optional components:
  • Compliance with radiated and conducted EMI requirements (e.g., MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-167)
  • Operation in high ambient lighting or direct sunlight
  • Compatibility with night vision goggles (MIL-STD-3009)
  • Keyboards/trackballs that operate in rain, and survive direct exposure to spilled liquids
  • Extended warranties

Enclosures

The SlimLine Lite II has a low profile, occupying only two vertical rack units (2U = 3.50″/88.9 mm). The display head flips down over the keyboard for storage; for operation, it pivots up on torque-adjustable friction hinges, allowing operators to optimize the viewing angle.

Constructed from a combination of aluminum and steel to provide a rugged, cost-effective and flexible design platform, this formidable LCD monitor-keyboard rack mount drawer is intended for use in industrial and military applications. The enclosures are completely Iridite® coated to provide protection from corrosion and improve shielding properties where parts make contact with one another. All external surfaces are finished with a durable black powder coat paint, although custom colors are available upon request.

The SlimLine Lite II’s shallow depth allows it to occupy minimal space in front of the rack during operation. This trait makes it very desirable for deployment in narrow spaces, such as aboard a ground vehicle or naval vessel.

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Mounting

A Rack Adaptor facilitates installation of the SlimLine Lite II into a 19″ RETMA rack, functioning as both a drawer and a protective case. The SlimLine Lite II mounts to the Rack Adaptor via a pair of integrated, ball bearing slides that permit the LCD monitor-keyboard to slide in and out of the rack, and lock into place. A hinged bezel on the Rack Adaptor latches to the unit to prevent it from moving either horizontally or vertically when subjected to vibration while in the stowed position.

Other accessories may be added to the Rack Adaptor Kit such as an integrated power supply, cable management guides, KVM switches and display retention bracket.

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Hinges

The SlimLine Lite II display head is mounted to the main enclosure via a pair of custom friction hinges that enable the display to pivot beyond 90 degrees. The rugged hinges are user adjustable, providing torque settings up to 80 in·lbs.

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Protective Glass/Overlay and Sealed Gasket

General Digital offers a variety of standard and custom gaskets to augment the performance of the TwoView Series:

• Watertight (NEMA 4/6) gaskets (e.g., closed cell, neoprene, rubber, single-sided adhesive, double-sided adhesive, O-ring) are installed between the LCD (or overlay) and the front bezel to prevent liquids from entering the enclosure through the display opening.
• Dust gaskets (e.g., open cell gaskets) are often supplied for monitors that do not require a liquid-tight seal between the display and/or overlay and the bezel, or for systems that use a touch technology (e.g., SAW) that are only compatible with certain gasket types.
• EMI/RFI gaskets reduce radiated and conducted emissions of the monitor.
• Desiccating gaskets can be used to prevent moisture/condensation from forming between the LCD and the overlay when exposed to high humidity.

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Connections

Interface connectors on the SlimLine Lite II are located on the rear of the main enclosure. Typically, connections are provided for the keyboard, pointing device and power, as well as any connections provided on the integrated video controller.

The standard interfaces utilize a locking style connector (where applicable).

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Power

By default, the SlimLine Lite II is configured to operate from a separate +12 Vdc or +24 Vdc. Optionally, an integrated AC switching power supply is available.

For applications requiring a more shallow enclosure or a unique power source, we optionally offer a DC input and/or DC-DC converters with a wider input power range and reverse polarity.

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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.

 

OSD Controls

The SlimLine Lite II 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.

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Display Brightness and Night Vision Enhancements

 

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.

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.

Transmissive-Enhanced View 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.

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.

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 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 readable, NVIS 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.

 

A vast assortment of commercial-, industrial- and military-grade keyboards are available, with an integrated trackball. Customers may opt for other pointing devices, such as a touch pad, or omit one altogether.

Multiple keyboard protocols are supported including PC (USB, PS/2, AT, XT) and SUN® (Type 5 [8-pin Mini-DIN], Type 6 [USB]), as well as custom or proprietary interfaces.

 

Commercial-grade Keyboards

• Models 46, 47, 48, 49, 50
• 83 black keys
• USB or PS/2 interfaces
• Mechanical key switches with tampo-printed keys
• Keys rated for 50 million actuations
• 11.1″ x 5.2″ surface area

 

Industrial-grade Keyboards

• Models 51, 52, 53, 56, 60, 61, 63, 64, 66, 68, 70
• Sealed spill proof/dust proof construction
  • Cola/coffee/beverage immune
  • Impervious to many chemicals
• Electronics, switch actuators, optical sensors and internal connectors protected from contamination
• Full travel, solid-state switches
  • Steel switch chassis and hardware
• Extremely high MTBF
• Class 2 workmanship
• Optional backlighting

 

Military-grade Keyboards

• Models 55, 57, 58, 59, 62, 67, 69
• Sealed spill proof/dust proof construction
  • Cola/coffee/beverage immune
  • Impervious to many chemicals
• Electronics, switch actuators, optical sensors and internal connectors protected from contamination
• Full travel, solid-state switches
• Extremely high MTBF
• EMI Filters
• Transient protection
• Aluminum switch chassis
• Stainless hardware
• Keycap clips, black keys
• Shock sensing
• Class 2 or higher workmanship
• Optional backlighting
• Lifetime warranty

 

Optional Backlighting

• Models 52, 55, 57, 58, 62, 65, 67, 69
• Reliable LED light source (Green, Red, Amber, Blue)
• Negative/Reverse Image key legends enhance readability and overall image
• Brightness control via potentiometer or keyboard keys
• Brightness control capability provides flexibility for different ambient conditions and personal preferences
• Durable key legends

 

Optional Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Protection

• Models 55, 57, 58, 59, 62, 65, 67, 69
• Specially designed multi-layer PCB provides shielding, protection and drain to ensure EMI/RFI/TEMPEST/FCC/VDE/EMP/ESD/LE compliance and survival for electromagnetic events
• PCB mounted EMI/RFI filters
• PCB mounted voltage transient/surge protection devices for extreme ESD, lightning or EMP induced voltage surges
• EMI/RFI/Environmental gasketing
• Special switch chassis enhances EMI/RFI/Environmental shielding and performance

 

Other Options

• NVIS-compatible backlights (Model 69)
• Key colors (Navy Gray, Off-White, Black)
• Conformal coating for redundant protection and long term resistance to excessive rain, humidity, salt/fog and corrosion
• International Key Legend set or other custom key sets
• Keycap retaining clips for extreme shock event
• Custom firmware for various special functions, power sequencing, etc.

 

Trackball (1-3/8″ and 2″)

• Spill proof/dust proof
• Sealed stainless steel bearings
• High strength stainless steel encoder shafts
• Removable black phenolic ball for cleaning
• Optical sensors for long-term reliability
• Low force ball wiper
• Trackball cavity drain for excessive rain/spill
• 3-button layout

Specifications subject to change without notice or obligation.

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

• Antireflective coatings/antiglare etching
• Night Vision Goggle-compatible displays
• Sunlight readable displays
• Optical bonding
• Film laminations
• Touch screens
• EMI/RFI filters
• Display heaters
• Vandal shields
• Custom controls
• Multimedia drives
• Photos of optionsKVM switches
• Slide extension brackets
• Cable carriers
• Rack adaptors
• Private labeling
• Extended warranties
• Power supplies, cables and more
• Programmable backlight/thermal controllers for optimal brightness/temperature conditions

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

We 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.

We work with you to configure and build your TwoView 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 TwoView Series from the rest of the crowd is its ability to provide you with the following benefits:

• The TwoView Series 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., extreme 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 for an extended lifetime.
• Designed, manufactured, tested and serviced in the U.S.A.
• Custom configurations with optional components:
  • Compliance with radiated and conducted EMI requirements (e.g., MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-167
  • Operation in high ambient lighting or direct sunlight
  • Compatibility with night vision goggles (MIL-STD-3009)
  • Keyboards/trackballs that operate in rain, and survive direct exposure to spilled liquids
  • Extended warranties

Enclosure

The TwoView is designed to provide its operator with the maximum amount of visual information while occupying the smallest possible footprint within an EIA-310 or 19″ RETMA Rack Chassis. Constructed from a combination of aluminum and steel to provide a rugged, cost-effective and flexible design platform, this formidable display/keyboard/trackball is intended for use in industrial and military applications. The enclosures have an Iridite® coating (conductive anodized) to provide protection from corrosion and improve shielding properties where parts make contact with one another. All external surfaces are finished with a durable black powder coat paint, although custom colors are available upon request.

The TwoView is intended for harsh environments, such as extremes of temperature, humidity, shock and vibration. The TwoView 2 and TwoView 2 Vertical, in all their configurations, are well suited to industrial environments of less extreme conditions.

 

The low profile (2U or 3U) TwoView can be quickly deployed for operation from its storage position by sliding the drawer out from the rack chassis on its solid-bearing slides. The displays are then flipped up into viewing position on heavy-duty friction hinges and slid apart on ball-bearing slides. When not in use, the displays flip down into a secure storage position, and the entire unit slides into the rack, allowing more room in space-constrained environments.

 

The TwoView 2 is similar in operation, though the displays do not slide left and right. Instead, it is configured at our facility to have the secondary display flip to the left, right or above the primary display.

 

The TwoView 2 Vertical is designed to hinge open vertically for narrow-width environments.

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Keyboard & Pointing Device

The keyboard and pointing device are located in front of the dual LCDs, providing optimal hand-eye distance. A vast assortment of commercial-, industrial[1]- and military[2]-grade keyboards are available for integration, with or without integrated pointing devices. Unpopulated space is intentionally left below the keyboard to allow additional customization with potential options such as multimedia drive, Smart Card reader, USB ports, pass-thru interfaces and more. Click on the Keyboard/Trackball Choices tab below for more information.

[1] Spill/dust proof; typically comprised of steel switch chassis and hardware; Class 2 workmanship.
[2] Spill/dust proof; aluminum switch chassis; stainless hardware; Class 2 or higher workmanship; EMI filters; transient protection; keycap clips; shock sensing; lifetime warranty.

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Friction Hinges

The TwoView’s display heads are mounted to the main enclosure via three rugged continuous-friction hinges that enable the display to pivot from horizontal to vertical positions. A tubular shaft at the center of the hinge allows for cable routing, which improves shielding and minimizes cable chaffing.

 

The TwoView 2’s display head is mounted to the main enclosure via four continuous-friction hinges. The hinges allow the display head assemblies to be tilted more than 90°.

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Slides

The TwoView and TwoView 2 monitor/keyboard devices mount to EIA-310 19″ RETMA racks via a pair of solid bearing slides. For special functionality, custom lengths can be supplied.

 

Additionally, your TwoView can be equipped with a Cable Management Guide to prevent tangling and chaffing of the cables supplying power, video, etc.

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Connector Panels

All standard connections (keyboard, pointing device, power and video) are located on the rear connector panels. We use locking connectors wherever possible to ensure a secure and reliable connection.

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Protective Glass/Overlay and Sealed Gasket

General Digital offers a variety of standard and custom gaskets to augment the performance of the TwoView Series:

• Watertight gaskets (e.g., closed cell, neoprene, rubber, single-sided adhesive, double-sided adhesive, O-ring) are installed between the LCD (or overlay) and the front bezel to prevent liquids from entering the enclosure through the display opening.
• Dust gaskets (e.g., open cell gaskets) are often supplied for monitors that do not require a liquid-tight seal between the display and/or overlay and the bezel, or for systems that use a touch technology (e.g., SAW) that are only compatible with certain gasket types.
• EMI/RFI gaskets reduce radiated and conducted emissions of the monitor.
• Desiccating gaskets can be used to prevent moisture/condensation from forming between the LCD and the overlay when exposed to high humidity.

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Power Supply

Depending on the model, the TwoView operates from either an integrated AC switching power supply or +12 Vdc input. General Digital offers an assortment of complementary 1U rack-mounted AC switching power supplies or power supply “bricks” to accommodate your particular needs.

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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.

 

OSD Controls

The TwoView 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.

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Display Brightness and Night Vision Enhancements

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.

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.

Transmissive-Enhanced View 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.

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.

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 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 readable, NVIS 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.

Feature	TwoView (TV)	TwoView 2 (TV2) / TwoView 2 Vertical (TVV)
Display Sizes	15.0", 17.0", 17.3", 19.0", 20.1"	17.3", 19.0" Inquire about other display sizes
Overlays	Wide variety of glass or plastic overlays with or without optical coating (antireflective, antiglare, etc.), touch screens, optical heaters, film laminations, optical bonding, EMI protection, privacy screens and more
Keyboards	Various commercial-, industrial- and military-grade keyboards	Light industrial-grade keyboard (PS/2 or USB) only
Pointing Devices	Sealed trackball: 1-3/8" or 2.0"; Touch Pad	Optical non-sealed trackball
Height	2U (3.50") on 15" to 19" displays 3U (5.25") on 20" display	2U (3.50")
Depth	TV-15X, TV-17D: 24.00" TV-17W/TV-19W: 26.00" TV-20U: 25.18"	TV2-19W: 22.00" TVV-17D: 21.22"
Mounting to 19" Rack Chassis	TV, TV2 and TVV are housed in a rack drawer and mount directly to a 19" rack chassis with solid-bearing slides
Power (Default)	TV-15X, TV-17W, TV-19W: +12 Vdc or +24 Vdc TV-17D, TV-20U: 120 Vac or 240 Vac	120 Vac or 240 Vac
Video Supported	Limited to amount of connector panel space (on left/right connector panels) and interface cable conduit available. See Video Controller table for typical configurations.	All video interfaces located on edge connector of integrated video controller selected. Additional connections may be possible. Speak with Sales Engineer.
Display Hinges	TV-15X, TV-17W, TV-17D, TV-19W: Continuous Friction TV-20U: User Torque Adjustable	Continuous Friction Upper display on TVV can be locked in place
Slides	Solid Bearing

Specifications subject to change without notice or obligation.

The TwoView can be configured with a vast assortment of commercial-, industrial- and military-grade keyboards, with an integrated trackball. Customers may opt for other pointing devices, such as a touch pad, or omit one altogether. Currently, the TwoView 2 and TwoView 2 Vertical can be configured with only a light-industrial-/commercial-grade keyboard. Consult a Sales Engineer to discuss what will best suit your needs.

Multiple keyboard protocols are supported including PC (USB, PS/2, AT, XT) and SUN® (Type 5 [8-pin Mini-DIN], Type 6 [USB]), as well as custom or proprietary interfaces.

 

Commercial-grade Keyboards

• Models 46, 47, 48, 49, 50
• 83 black keys
• USB or PS/2 interfaces
• Mechanical key switches with tampo-printed keys
• Keys rated for 50 million actuations
• 11.1″ x 5.2″ surface area

 

Industrial-grade Keyboards

• Models 51, 52, 53, 56, 60, 61, 63, 64, 66, 68, 70
• Sealed spill proof/dust proof construction
  • Cola/coffee/beverage immune
  • Impervious to many chemicals
• Electronics, switch actuators, optical sensors and internal connectors protected from contamination
• Full travel, solid-state switches
  • Steel switch chassis and hardware
• Extremely high MTBF
• Class 2 workmanship
• Optional backlighting

 

Military-grade Keyboards

• Models 55, 57, 58, 59, 62, 67, 69
• Sealed spill proof/dust proof construction
  • Cola/coffee/beverage immune
  • Impervious to many chemicals
• Electronics, switch actuators, optical sensors and internal connectors protected from contamination
• Full travel, solid-state switches
• Extremely high MTBF
• EMI Filters
• Transient protection
• Aluminum switch chassis
• Stainless hardware
• Keycap clips, black keys
• Shock sensing
• Class 2 or higher workmanship
• Optional backlighting
• Lifetime warranty

 

TwoView 2 Keyboard

• Models 20, 21
• 87 keys
• PS/2 or USB interface
• Trackball with 2 buttons

 

Optional Backlighting

• Models 52, 55, 57, 58, 62, 65, 67, 69
• Reliable LED light source (Green, Red, Amber, Blue)
• Negative/Reverse Image key legends enhance readability and overall image
• Brightness control via potentiometer or keyboard keys
• Brightness control capability provides flexibility for different ambient conditions and personal preferences
• Durable key legends

 

Optional Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Protection

• Models 55, 57, 58, 59, 62, 65, 67, 69
• Specially designed multi-layer PCB provides shielding, protection and drain to ensure EMI/RFI/TEMPEST/FCC/VDE/EMP/ESD/LE compliance and survival for electromagnetic events
• PCB mounted EMI/RFI filters
• PCB mounted voltage transient/surge protection devices for extreme ESD, lightning or EMP induced voltage surges
• EMI/RFI/Environmental gasketing
• Special switch chassis enhances EMI/RFI/Environmental shielding and performance

 

Other Options

• NVIS-compatible backlights (Model 69)
• Key colors (Navy Gray, Off-White, Black)
• Conformal coating for redundant protection and long term resistance to excessive rain, humidity, salt/fog and corrosion
• International Key Legend set or other custom key sets
• Keycap retaining clips for extreme shock event
• Custom firmware for various special functions, power sequencing, etc.

 

Trackball (1-3/8″ and 2″)

• Spill proof/dust proof
• Sealed stainless steel bearings
• High strength stainless steel encoder shafts
• Removable black phenolic ball for cleaning
• Optical sensors for long-term reliability
• Low force ball wiper
• Trackball cavity drain for excessive rain/spill
• 3-button layout

Specifications subject to change without notice or obligation.

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

• Antireflective coatings/antiglare etching
• Night Vision Goggle-compatible displays
• Sunlight readable displays
• Optical bonding
• Film laminations
• Touch screens
• EMI/RFI filters
• Display heaters
• Vandal shields
• Custom controls
• Multimedia drives

• KVM switches
• Slide extension brackets
• Cable carriers
• Rack adaptors
• Private labeling
• Extended warranties
• Power supplies, cables and more
• Programmable backlight/thermal controllers for optimal brightness/temperature conditions

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

We 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.

Product Sampler

TwoView Series Product Sampler

 

Data Sheet

TwoView Series 15.0″–20.1″ Monitors Data Sheet

 

Control Drawings

TwoView 19.0 Control Drawing, with Military-grade Backlit Keyboard, +24 Vdc Power Input, 90-730-037

TwoView 15.0 Control Drawing, with Military-grade Backlit Keyboard, Stereo Speakers & Jack, +12 Vdc Power Input, 90-734-004

Specifications subject to change without notice or obligation.

Product Sampler

TwoView Series Product Sampler

 

Data Sheet

TwoView 2 Series 15.0″–20.1″ Monitors Data Sheet

 

Flyer

TwoView 2 17.3 with Military Keyboard Flyer

 

Control Drawing

TwoView 2 19.0 Control Drawing

Specifications subject to change without notice or obligation.

Product Sampler

TwoView Series Product Sampler

 

Data Sheet

TwoView 2 Vertical Series 15.0″–20.1″ Monitors Data Sheet

 

Flyer

TwoView 2 Vertical Flyer

 

Control Drawings

TwoView 2 Vertical 19.0 Control Drawing, with 8-port KVM Switch, Cable Carrier, Rack Extension Brackets, 90–264 Vac Power Input, 90-2730-003

TwoView 2 Vertical 19.0 Control Drawing, with 2-inch/4-button Trackball, 90–264 Vac Power Input, 90-730-040

TwoView 2 Vertical 17.3 Control Drawing, with 85–264 Vac Power Input, 90-733-003

Specifications subject to change without notice or obligation.

TwoView 20.1 with DVD Drive & KVM Switch

 

TwoView 19.0

 

TwoView 17.0

 

TwoView Solar 15.0 with Mil-Spec Backlit Keyboard and Trackball

 

TwoView Mounting Choices

TwoView 2 19.0

 

TwoView 2 17.3

TwoView 2 Vertical 19.0

 

TwoView 2 Vertical 17.3