Sunlight Readable LCDs – the Ultimate Solution for Extreme Sunshine

 
Summer is upon us and people have already started experiencing bright sunny days. Especially for those working outdoors, the sun must be a source of constant frustration and irritation. If you also happen to work outdoors, then the feeling must be mutual. Extreme sunshine not only annoys you and cause sweat but it also causes objects to provide a blinding glare.

When you cannot see things properly, such as on an LCD screen, you may not be able to get the tasks done accurately. But you need not worry about it anymore. With the increasing LCD display applications in the market, sunlight readable displays have become the ultimate solution in environments with extreme sunshine. Let’s find out how sunlight readable LCDs are helpful in this regard.
 

Factors Affecting the Sunlight Readable Displays

Before we go into the details as to how sunlight readable screens are helpful in making reading easier for you, let’s discuss the factors that affect the sunlight readable LCDs. Generally, sunlight visibility depends on the illumination and lumination in the environment.  Also, the reflection of the ambient light and brightness of the display are the main causes affecting sunlight readability.

Here are some more factors that affect the readability;

• Touch Screen: Touch screens have become pretty common nowadays. Even though they are quite handy, they do bring in extra features that cause difficulty in reading. In actuality, it may add extra reflections on the screen’s display.
• Ambient Light: The ambient light is one of the main causes that affect the readability. This light shines directly on the display from the surroundings and causes glare. When working outdoors, the ambient light (which is sunlight), can make reading difficult.
• Reflection: Apart from the above mentioned factors, reflection is actually the element that creates a problem in reading. Reflection occurs due to the covering over the display and the sunshine in the atmosphere. This difference does not go with the visuals and makes the brighter things on screen much darker. In other words, we can also say that it affects the contrast of the display, causing tremendous influence over the readability.

Types of Sunlight Readable Displays

Fortunately, we have several types of Sunlight Readable LCDs having unique features to give you a better visual experience for outside use. Let’s explore what the innovative manufacturers have in store for us;
 

·         Optical Bonding Sunlight LCDs

Optically bonded screens are modern and advance forms of displays joining 2 rigid optical elements providing vandal resistance and reducing reflectance. With optically bonded LCDs, you can see brighter screens which have increased impact resistance. Also, it prevents fogging and condensation to provide a clear view.
 

·         Transflective LCDs

This is one of the most used and chosen LCDs in the market. These LCDs have backlights which help in brightening the screen. Also, the transflective LCD has the ability to reflect the ambient light and increase the light level.
 

·         IR Heat Rejected and UV Protective LCDs

It is commonly seen that the screens get damaged because of the sunshine and rays. But there is a solution to this; the infrared heat rejected and ultraviolet protective LCDs can secure your screens no matter how badly they may be exposed to the sun.
 

·         Anti Reflective LCDs

A reflective surface can truly make the readability worse because of the extreme brightness. This happens because the sunshine is directly correlated with the reflection of the LCD surface. But with an anti-reflective surface LCD, you can improve and enhance your readability.
 

·         Ventilation Structure LCDs

The sunlight liquidizes the LCD screen when there is extreme sunshine. This overheating may result in black and blur images at times. Therefore, the ventilation structure LCDs are the perfect solution to avoid overheating on the screen.

Now that you know how essential sunlight readable displays are when working in places directly exposed to the sun, which one are you planning to buy for your business?