HMI technical basics
Seen from a technical point of view, the VDO ViewGate
is a graphics-capable computer controlling and feed-
ing data through an 800 x 480 pixel resolution TFT dis-
play and a 152.4 x 91.4 mm (7 inch) touchscreen.
For instrumentation of commercial vehicles a refined
mechanical design featuring aluminum housing is a
must. The display is optimally suited to this kind of use
due to its mechanical stability and broad operating
temperature range (–20 °C to 70 °C) together with a
high-contrast feature and a wide viewing angle.
VDO ViewGate is available in two versions because the
HMI requirements differ depending on vehicle type:
the Highline for commercial vehicles and the Multiline
for construction equipment and agricultural machines.
A display backlight with white LEDs ensures good read-
ability even in rapidly changing ambient light. Installa-
tion options are flush with the instrument panel or with
a bezel (polycarbonate or ABS) in various colors and
shapes.
Software solutions provide great freedom of presen-
tation and the high level of information quality of the
display and offer advantages that are already being
used increasingly in other areas of application, such as
passenger cars.
The VDO ViewGate can process input signals from the
vehicle using manufacturer specific protocols or con-
ventional CAN 2.0b protocols as well. This gives driv-
ers an opportunity to use VDO ViewGate to display
more than just the essential, conventional data alone.
Navigation information can also be presented on the
display as well. And above and beyond that, mo bile
devices, such as MP3 players can be connected to
the VDO ViewGate to render whatever is on the playlist.
Several USB ports (host and client) plus an SD card
slot are available for this purpose. And the video CVBS
interface makes the attachment of a reversing camera
easy. Digital and analogue inputs are, of course, pre-
sent as well.
Highly ergonomic
Thanks to vast flexibility in presentation forms, the VDO
ViewGate enables drivers to choose visual displays
that are particularly well-suited to the corresponding
reference data. This makes the VDO ViewGate a
suitable monitoring instrument for numerous systems,
which in addition to engine functions, can also include
communication and telematic data.
The graphics capability of the VDO ViewGate also offers
wide-ranging possibilities for integrating the display in
a way that is harmonious and consistent with the ap-
pearance of the cab interior. On the other hand, when
it comes to what makes ergonomic sense, it is also
possible to use manufacturer-specified color schemes
(colori metry) and designs for the display.
The VDO ViewGate also offers maximum flexibility
when it comes to operation: In addition to the keys, op-
erating the ViewGate is also possible via a sensitive
touchscreen. As a modern operational option, the VDO
ViewGate can also be connected to a rotational
actuator. As a result, the HMI can be opti mally tailored
to suit the manufacturer's philosophies of vehicle
operation and indication.
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