Show HN: From Hacking a T480 to the Fastest Open-Hardware 75 Hz E-Ink Display
16 days ago
- #e-paper
- #open-hardware
- #FPGA
- Modos Tech introduces the Modos Paper Dev Kit, an open-hardware e-paper monitor with a 75 Hz refresh rate, low latency, and flexible dithering options.
- The kit supports HDMI and USB connections and is compatible with Linux, macOS, and Windows.
- Available in 6-inch and 13-inch monochrome versions, the controller can also work with other panels.
- E-paper technology is praised for being eye-friendly, power-efficient, and offering high contrast with wide viewing angles.
- The Modos Developer Kit features Caster, an open-source FPGA-based controller for low-latency performance and high frame rates.
- The kit allows for full customization of display modes, including Hybrid Greyscale Mode for optimized updates.
- Modos provides a C API for direct control over screen and mode selection, aiming to develop native e-paper applications.
- The project is open hardware and software, with all design files and source code available on GitHub.
- Modos has established manufacturing partnerships and supply chain logistics, with production set to begin after the crowdfunding campaign.
- The team acknowledges funding support from the NGI0 Entrust Fund and is committed to transparent updates throughout the production process.