Backlit display with improved dynamic range

Details Backlit display with improved dynamic range Backlit display with improved dynamic range

2006-06-20

2006-06-20

Lefkowitz, Sumati (Department: 2675)

Computer graphics processing and selective visual display system

Plural physical display element control system

Display elements arranged in matrix

C349S061000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07064740

ABSTRACT:
A display is backlit by a source having spatially modulated luminance to attenuate illumination of dark areas of images and increase the dynamic range of the display.

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