LVDS - Low Voltage Differential Signal is a new standard for driving displays. It is similar to the VGA standard but with systems demanding larger displays VGA just doesn't have the ability to cope with the data rates required for these new formats. In order to maintain refresh rates on displays, so as not to have picture flicker, a new method was required so that data could be transmitted and read at a much faster rate.
LVDS doesn't suffer from the digital constraints of VGA and is, as a bonus, more noise tolerant. With this being the case, it is commonplace to find that most LVDS graphics driver cards can support not one but two displays. This is particularly useful when designing and building video walls, where several displays are linked together to make one large picture. This type of display is common in stadiums and live concert shows etc. where the picture needs to be seen comfortably by a large audience.
The LVDS connector is very compact and, therefore, quite an intricate process to manufacture a cable assembly. Special tooling is required to crimp the cables and assemble all the parts. Furthermore, there is no current standard, or trend, for the type of connector at the other end. Furthermore, there are additional control leads which aren't usually populated in the LVDS connector and seperate provision has to be incorporated in the LVDS cable for these instances.
Fastlink can help you to design the right lead for the exact requirements of your display system. Speak to our experience sales staff, who will be quite happy to discuss your requirements and offer any advice where necessary. What we can promise you is a detailed discussion about your requirements, without the sales chat.
 
This cable is an LVDS frame rate cable.
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