LSC116I02-E-V1 | 11.6 inch eDP TFT-LCD | 1920x1080 (FHD) | LENS
1. Executive Summary & Product Positioning
The LSC116I02-E-V1 is an 11.6-inch color active matrix TFT-LCD Open-Cell developed by 立信(万安)智显科技有限公司 (Lesson Smart Display Technology Co., Ltd). This product incorporates advanced Oxide TFT (Thin Film Transistor) technology. It is composed of a color TFT-LCD panel, driver ICs, a control circuit, and a power supply circuit. It is designed to display graphics and texts on a 1920×3×1080 dots panel with 16,777,216 colors.
Product Positioning: This Open-Cell is specifically designed for multi-media applications requiring high resolution and excellent color performance. Its use of eDP (Embedded Display Port) Ver.1.2 interface at 2.7Gbps/2 lane makes it suitable for thin, high-bandwidth applications like notebooks, all-in-one PCs, and other portable devices. The module integrates a capacitive touch panel and a cover lens (LENS). The "Normally Black" display mode and wide viewing direction make it ideal for a premium user experience.
2. Detailed Product Overview & Architecture
The module's architecture is designed for high-performance and straightforward integration. The primary components include:
- TFT-LCD Panel: 11.6-inch diagonal, Oxide TFT active matrix. The active area is 256.32 (H) × 144.18 (V) mm with a pixel format of 1920 × 1080. The pixel arrangement is RGB vertical stripe. The display mode is Normally Black.
- Driver IC & TCON: The module integrates a timing controller (TCON) to support the eDP 1.2 interface. The eDP transfer rate is 2.7Gbps/2 lane.
- Backlight Unit (B/L): A white LED edge-lighting backlight system. The typical brightness is 300 cd/m². The backlight is not driven by an on-board LED controller, requiring an external driver.
- Touch Panel (CTP): The module includes a capacitive touch panel (CTP) with a USB interface and a dedicated connector. The touch controller is an GT2931 IC. The cover lens is made of anti-glare glass with 6H hardness.
- Mechanical Construction: COG (Chip-on-Glass) + FPC + B/L + CTP.
- Interface: The main display interface is eDP (Embedded Display Port) Ver.1.2 through a 30-pin I-PEX connector (20455-030E-76). The touch panel communicates via a USB interface.
3. Exhaustive Technical Specifications
3.1 General & Mechanical Specifications
| Item | Specification |
| Display Size (Diagonal) | 11.6 inches |
| Resolution (Dots) | 1920(H) × 1080(V) (FHD) |
| Display Technology | Oxide TFT, Transmissive, Normally Black |
| Module Construction | COG+FPC+B/L+CTP |
| Color Depth | 16.7M (8-bit) colors |
| Pixel Arrangement | R, G, B Vertical Stripe |
| Viewing Direction | All Directions |
| Surface Treatment (front polarizer) | Anti-glare coating (3H) |
| Luminance (Brightness, Typ) | 300 cd/m² |
| Contrast Ratio (Typical) | 1000:1 (Typ) |
| Active Area (H×V) | 256.32 × 144.18 mm |
| Pixel Pitch (H×V) | 0.1335 × 0.1335 mm |
| Interface | eDP 1.2 (2 Lanes, 2.7Gbps/lane) |
| Backlight | White LED, VBL=12V, IBL=235mA (Typ) |
| Touch Controller IC | GT2931 |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to +50°C |
| Storage Temperature | -10°C to +55°C |
3.2 Interface & Electrical Specifications
3.2.1 Pin Description (30-Pin eDP Connector CN1 — Pins 1-15)
| Pin No. | Symbol | I/O | Function |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CABC_EN/NC | - | Reserved for CABC (Content Adaptive Brightness Control) or No Connect |
| 2, 5, 8, 11 | H_GND | P | High Speed Ground |
| 3, 4 | Lane1_N, Lane1_P | I | eDP Data Lane 1 (Differential Pair) |
| 6, 7 | Lane0_N, Lane0_P | I | eDP Data Lane 0 (Differential Pair) |
| 9, 10 | AUX_CH_P, AUX_CH_N | I | eDP Auxiliary Channel (Differential Pair) |
| 12, 13 | LCD_VDD | P | LCD Logic and Driver Power (+3.3V) |
| 14, 24, 25, 30 | NC | - | Reserved / No Connect (Keep Open) |
| 15, 16 | LCD_GND | P | LCD Logic and Driver Ground |
| 17 | HPD | O | Hot Plug Detection Signal Output |
| 18-21 | LED-1 to LED-4 | P | Backlight Ground (LED Cathode) |
| 22 | BL_ENABLE | I | Backlight On/Off Control (High = On) |
| 23 | BL_PWM DIM | I | System PWM Input for Brightness Control |
| 26-29 | BL_PWR | P | Backlight Power (LED Anode) |
3.2.2 Electrical Characteristics (DC & Absolute Max Ratings)
| Parameter | Symbol | Condition | Min. | Typ. | Max. | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supply Voltage (Logic) | VDD | Ta=25°C | -0.3 | 3.3 | 3.6 | V |
| Backlight Supply Voltage | VBL | Ta=25°C | 7.0 | 12.0 | - | V |
| Backlight Current Dissipation | IBL | VBL=12V, Duty=100% | - | 235 | - | mA |
| BL PWM Input High Voltage | Vpwm H | - | 1.85 | - | VDD | V |
| BL PWM Input Low Voltage | Vpwm L | - | 0 | - | 0.7 | V |
| BL Enable High Voltage | Vcnt H | - | 1.8 | 3.3 | 3.6 | V |
| BL Enable Low Voltage | Vcnt L | - | 0 | - | 0.5 | V |
3.2.3 Backlight PWM Dimming Characteristics
| Parameter | Symbol | Min. | Typ. | Max. | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brightness Control Duty Ratio | Duty | 1 | - | 100 | % |
| Brightness Control Pulse Width | Tpwm | 5 | - | - | µs |
| Brightness Control Frequency | fpwm | 200 | - | 2,000 | Hz |
3.2.4 Timing Characteristics (eDP Interface)
| Parameter | Symbol | Min. | Typ. | Max. | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DCLK Frequency | fclk | 100 | 141.4 | 160 | MHz |
| Horizontal Display Area | thd | 1920 | 1920 | 1920 | pixel |
| HSYNC Period Time | th | 2080 | 2142 | 2400 | pixel |
| Vertical Display Area | Tvd | 1080 | 1080 | 1080 | H |
| Vertical Frequency | fv | 40 | 60 | 66 | Hz |
| VSYNC Period Time | Tv | 1090 | 1100 | 1238 | H |
3.3 Optical Specifications
Optical characteristics are measured in a dark room after 30 minutes of operation at the following rating.
- Luminance: 300 cd/m² (Typ)
- Contrast Ratio: 1000:1 (Typ)
- Viewing Angle: All directions (Optimum for multi-media applications)
4. Application Guidelines & Critical Notes
When integrating the LSC116I02-E-V1 module, engineers must adhere to the specific guidelines outlined in the specification to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Power Supply (VDD & VBL): The module requires two power supply rails: VDD (3.3V) for the LCD logic and VBL (12V Typ) for the LED backlight. The backlight requires an external constant current driver (235mA Typ). Correct power sequencing is crucial: Backlight must be turned on after the logic and interface signals are valid.
- eDP Interface: The module uses eDP 1.2 with 2 lanes. The host must support eDP at 2.7Gbps per lane. The hot plug detect (HPD) signal must be monitored for connection status.
- Backlight Control: The backlight is controlled via BL_ENABLE (On/Off) and BL_PWM DIM (PWM for brightness). The PWM frequency range is 200 Hz to 2000 Hz with a duty ratio from 1% to 100%.
- Mechanical Integration: The module integrates a cover glass (LENS) and capacitive touch panel (CTP). The outline drawing provides critical dimensions for mechanical design. The active area is 256.32(H) × 144.18(V) mm. The lens has a 3H hardness anti-glare coating.
- Connector: The module uses an I-PEX 20455-030E-76 connector. The corresponding connector is the 20453-030T (I-PEX). The manufacturer notes that they are not responsible for product quality if a non-recommended connector is used.
- Touch Panel: The integrated CTP uses a USB interface and a GT2931 controller. The touch panel has its own dedicated connector and power supply.
- Handling Precautions: The panel is made of glass and can break if dropped. CMOS LSI is used, so static electricity precautions must be taken. The polarizer is anti-glare; care must be taken when attaching protective boards to avoid optical interference fringes.
- RoHS Compliance: This module is compliant with the RoHS Directive.
5. Conclusion & Design-In Support
The LSC116I02-E-V1 from Lesson Smart Display Technology is a feature-rich 11.6-inch FHD Open-Cell display. Its advanced Oxide TFT technology, eDP 1.2 interface, integrated touch panel, and wide viewing angles make it an excellent choice for high-performance multimedia applications such as notebooks, all-in-one PCs, and portable devices.
For design-in support, it is strongly recommended to:
- Obtain and review the full Product Specification (Revision 1.0) for complete timing diagrams, the mechanical outline drawing, and the CTP specification.
- Design the power supply to provide a clean 3.3V rail (VDD) and a constant current backlight driver (12V, 235mA). Note the backlight power-on timing and voltage drop conditions.
- Use the specific I-PEX connector (20453-030T) for the main FPC.
- Contact the manufacturer for evaluation kits, sample requests, and technical support during the design-in phase.
This module is engineered to deliver consistent, bright, and reliable display performance for the latest generation of portable and multi-media devices.
