HDR displays having location specific modulation

Optics: image projectors – Composite projected image

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C353S031000, C353S121000, C359S443000, C359S452000, C359S460000, C349S005000

Reexamination Certificate

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07377652

ABSTRACT:
A display has a screen which incorporates a light modulator. The screen may be a front projection screen or a rear-projection screen. Elements of the light modulator may be controlled to adjust the intensity of light emanating from corresponding areas on the screen. The display may provide a high dynamic range.

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