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Hybrid Instrument Cluster

Hybrid Instrument Cluster


Consumer driven combination of virtual information & physical instrumentation on the same level of visual perception. Moveable pods with shaped displays for flexible and situative information presentation. The information views change as the displays are shifted upwards or downwards


Benefits:


  • Convential cluster dial area could be used for projected virtual images
  • Effective & ergonomic usage of space for high amount of information
  • Increased ease-of-use
  • Exclusive & sophisticated appearance, 3-D effects possible
  • Minimal package for displays
 
Mobile Device Gateway

Mobile Device Gateway


This concept-solution for the MDG includes the MDG core module, a 7” high resolution TFT display and the HMI terminal controller as an embedded system. The solution provides wireless connectivity and via display a common user interface for mobile devices.

Benefits:


  • Flexible wireless Bluetooth connectivity for personal & nomadic devices like multimedia, communication & navigation
  • Increased ease-of-use, enhanced safety
  • Consumer driven storage for personal & nomadic devices
  • Sophisticated high resolution 7” TFT display as common user interface for nomadic devices
 
Slim Monochrome Touch Panel

Slim Monochrome Touch Panel


Enhanced value and improved usability by advanced HMI electronic integration and design. Reduced components by touch screen technology


Benefits:


  • Cost effective touch panel technology
  • Touch sensor built into the glass
  • Mechanical switches replaced by touch function
  • Thin module design due to light guide and LED backlight
  • Highly sophisticated, user friendly HMI
  • Appliqué technique enhances perceived quality, 3D effect enhances usability