Overview
In modern vehicles, the dashboard itself is a big factor in the first impressions of a vehicle, and the user experience for drivers. This includes both appearance/styling and practical functionality. Modern (especially EV) vehicles also have a much greater range of information to present to the driver, but it is vital that this is presented in a clear and concise way. Using a graphical display provides these benefits and helps overcome many of the trade-offs with traditional dashboards. The EVE video controllers are an ideal solution for designing a dashboard, especially the latest generation BT817A which has AEC-Q100 qualification. Other EVE devices can also be used depending on the application if AEC qualification is not needed.
Here are just some of the benefits of adding an EVE-enabled touch display:
- Drive large wide format screens with a variety of shapes and form factors
- Drive smaller displays for EV bikes such as 4” circular displays or custom shapes
- Easily create stylish and intuitive user interfaces to improve user perception and experience
- Design the layout with complete flexibility to make better use of the dashboard real-estate
- Create dashboard themes such as ECO and SPORT
- Easily add touch screen control to the dashboard
- Sound audio tones and alerts to the driver without burdening the MCU
Key Features:
The following key features of EVE make it ideal for an EV dashboard application:
- AEC-qualified BT817A offers an extended temperature range for automotive use
- Wide range of screen shapes/sizes supported (1280×800 resolution, e.g. 10.1” and 12.3” wide format screens)
- Additional RGB to LVDS conversion IC can be used for LVDS displays
- Extensive image support for stylish gauges, backgrounds, and symbols
- EVE-attached flash chip support (BT81x) allows image storage independent of the host MCU
- Custom fonts allow multi-language support and symbols/units
- Audio output and range of built-in tones for warnings and indicator sounds etc.
- PWM dimming output allows dynamic adjustment of screen backlight brightness
- Capacitive touch interface for touch-enabled dashboards and other touchscreen panels in vehicles
- Add touch screen control to the dashboard using EVE’s innovative touch features