LCD backlight using two-dimensional array LEDs

Details LCD backlight using two-dimensional array LEDs LCD backlight using two-dimensional array LEDs

2006-05-30

2006-05-30

Cariaso, Alan (Department: 2875)

Illumination

Illuminated scale or dial

Internal light source

C362S084000, C362S230000, C362S240000, C362S246000, C349S071000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07052152

ABSTRACT:
One embodiment of the invention provides a backlight for an LCD display. The backlight uses a two-dimensional array of single color or white LEDs and a diffusing or phosphor coated cover plate. Various electrical connections of the LEDs and various phosphor color-conversion techniques are described.

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