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Titan Micro Electronics, a company based in China, developed the pixel protocol. The new design, called the TM1804, has improved features such as RGBW capability and a faster PWM. The control circuit is packaged in a SOP8 format, providing more options for LED selection. This updated version of the pixel protocol is an improvement over its previous design.
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Technical Specifications #
Clock Type | Data-Only |
Color Resolution | 8 bits |
Physical Package | SOP8 |
RGB | See TM1914 |
RGBW | Yes |
Output Pixel Voltage | 5 – 32V |
PWM Rate | 1000Hz |
Suitable Camera | Up to 34fps, see Refresh Rate and PWM Rate |
Data Transfer Rate | 500 or 800kbps |
Redundant Data Line | No |
TM1814 Pros
- The pixel protocol can handle voltage up to 32V, enabling the use of very long cables.
- The high PWM rate of the pixel protocol enables filming with cameras at up to 34fps.
- The inclusion of white LEDs in the pixel protocol allows for increased brightness and more color mixing options.
TM1814 Cons
- The refresh rate for this device is limited by the speed of the protocol, which can be relatively slow.
- The low pulse width modulation rate of this device only allows for filming with cameras up to 23fps.
- The device only has 8 bits of data for each color, which can result in less smooth dimming curves.