Robotic System measures large-area displays.
Press Release Summary:
To perform angular measurement of stationary, large-area CRT, LCD, and plasma screens, GS-940-7X employs 6-axis robotic arm/detector assembly with full reach up to 1.2 m that scans from any user-specified angle. Other components include GS-1290-X Series CCD-array spectroradiometer, display-mounting framework, and user-programmable software for creation of measurement sequences. Producing results with 70 µm accuracy, instrument accommodates any display size, shape, and technology.
Original Press Release:
Gamma Scientific Unveils Robotic Display-Measurement System For Large-Area CRT, LCD and Plasma Screens
Six-axis robotic arm/detector combination scans large screens from virtually any user-specified angle
San Diego, Calif., June 13, 2006 - Gamma Scientific, a leading manufacturer of light-measurement instrumentation, today announced the GS-940-7X, a revolutionary robotic display-measurement system designed for angular measurement of large-area CRT, LCD and plasma screens. Unlike conventional goniometric measurement assemblies that continually rotate a display to perform angular measurement, the GS-940-7X employs a six-axis robotic arm/detector assembly that scans the display from virtually any user-specified angle. This way, the display remains stationary throughout the measurement process - replicating real-world application - and enables the user to make exceptionally fast, accurate and repeatable angular measurements - all with 70-µm accuracy.
"The era of the large display has arrived, and it's demanding a fresh approach to angular measurement," said Eric Nelson, senior physicist and sales manager with Gamma Scientific. "It is not practical to rotate a gigantic display on a goniometric measurement assembly - it's cumbersome, hard to set up, doesn't replicate reality and ultimately, yields less accurate results. In contrast, the GS-940-7X provides a convenient, one-size-fits-all solution - the instrument readily accommodates any display size, shape and technology. The user simply rolls the GS-940-7X into position, keys in a few measurement parameters via the accompanying computer, and lets the instrument run through its measurement routines."
"The GS-940-7X is also a more cost-effective alternative," Nelson continued.
"Not only is it priced lower than competing goniometric-assembly solutions, it requires less time and manpower to operate. Measurement-sequence macros are easy to generate via a user-friendly, 32-bit graphics interface and a single operator can perform a full range of comprehensive measurements in minutes."
Extensively field-tested - one unit has shipped to a Pacific Rim customer - the GS-940-7X consists of a precision six-axis robot with full reach up to 1.2 meters, the new Gamma Scientific GS-1290-X Series CCD-array spectroradiometer, display-mounting framework and fully programmable software to create a near infinite number of measurement sequences. Different sized robots are available to meet any need and budget.
Gamma Scientific is a leading manufacturer of precision light-measurement instruments, including photometers and radiometers, spectroradiometers, digital light sources and laser-power meters. The company also offers exacting calibrations in its optical-standards laboratory. For more information, please contact Gamma Scientific at info@gamma-sci.com. Or visit our website at www.gamma-sci.com.
