November 2025 WINSTAR News

Welcome to the November 2025 edition of the WINSTAR Newsletter!
In this issue, we bring you the latest product updates and technology advancements across our display solutions. Highlights include the introduction of our new 7-inch HDMI TFT LCD displays, a versatile 3-inch monochrome TFT-LCD, and compact HMI displays with STM32 controllers. We also explore how Raspberry Pi modules are enhancing industrial control applications, and provide an in-depth comparison of PMOLED and STN technologies to guide your next display upgrade.

Keep reading to explore our updates, new products, and solutions：

(1) 7-inch HDMI TFT LCD Display Series

(2) 3-inch Mono TFT-LCD Display

(3) Raspberry Pi Applications in Industrial Control

(4) PMOLED vs. STN: The Complete Guide to Upgrading Your Next-Generation Display Solution

(5) Small Screen, Big Difference: Enhancing TWS Charging Cases with PMOLED Displays

(6) Smart Display GUI Builder v0.8.1_WS Update

 

7-inch HDMI TFT LCD Display Series

We are introducing two models in our 7-inch HDMI TFT LCD series: the WF70C6TYFB5MHGV (Standard Brightness) and the WF70C6SYFB5MHGV (High Brightness). These models incorporate IPS technology, ensuring superior color accuracy and wide viewing angles. The WF70C6TYFB5MHGV is suitable for indoor applications, while the WF70C6SYFB5MHGV, with its 800 cd/m² brightness, is optimized for high ambient light environments such as industrial and outdoor settings.

These displays are designed for applications in industrial control systems, medical equipment, automotive systems, and smart home devices, providing high performance in varied lighting conditions.

Key Features:

• Size: 7-inch
• Resolution: 1200 × 1920 pixels (Full HD)
• Viewing Angle: 80°/80°/80°/80° (IPS wide viewing angles)
• Brightness:
  WF70C6TYFB5MHGV: 400 cd/m² (Ideal for indoor environments)
  WF70C6SYFB5MHGV: 800 cd/m² (Optimized for high ambient light environments)
• Touch Screen: Projected capacitive touch (PCAP), supports 1 or 2 touch points (higher configurations available)
• Controller IC: LT6911C
• Interface: HDMI via DVI signal
• Operating Temperature: -20°C to +70°C
• Backlight: White LED for enhanced contrast

HDMI Connectivity:

Both models support HDMI connectivity via DVI signal, ensuring reliable integration with a variety of systems, such as multimedia devices, industrial equipment, and medical devices. This HDMI interface provides seamless video input and output, supporting high-definition content with minimal latency.

These displays are engineered to deliver reliable performance across a wide range of demanding environments, offering flexibility in both standard and high-brightness configurations.

Product Specifications:

• Model No.: WF70C6TYFB5MHGV / WF70C6SYFB5MHGV
• Module Dimensions: 122.1 × 173.75 × 24.25 mm
• Active Area: 94.5 × 151.2 mm
• Storage Temperature: -30°C to +80°C
• Interface: DVI

Learn More About Our Models:

》WF70C6TYFB5MHGV (Standard Brightness)
》WF70C6SYFB5MHGV (High Brightness)

 

 

3-inch Mono TFT-LCD Display

The WFN0300A3T0YASNN000 is a 3-inch monochrome TFT-LCD display specifically designed for high-contrast, low-power applications. With a resolution of 320x120 pixels and a brightness of 450 cd/m², this module delivers excellent visibility under a variety of environmental conditions. The IPS technology ensures consistent and reliable display performance with wide viewing angles, making it suitable for industrial and audiovisual systems where clarity is critical.

Key Features:

• Size: 3-inch
• Resolution: 320 × 120 pixels
• Viewing Angle: 80°/80°/80°/80° (IPS technology for wide, consistent viewing angles)
• Brightness: 450 cd/m² (Clear visibility across various lighting conditions)
• Touch Screen: No
• Driver IC: ST7512
• Interface: SPI (3-line communication interface)
• Operating Temperature: -20°C to +70°C
• Backlight: White LED with a 50,000-hour lifespan

Applications:

• Industrial Control: Ideal for factory automation, machine interfaces, and real-time monitoring systems that require high contrast and low power consumption.
• Audiovisual Equipment: Suitable for portable media devices, communication systems, and any application where low power, high contrast, and compact size are essential.

Product Specifications:

• Model No.: WFN0300A3T0YASNN000
• Module Dimensions: 86.347 × 35.89 × 7.2 mm
• Active Area: 72 × 27 mm
• Storage Temperature: -30°C to +80°C

Learn More About Our Models:

》WFN0300A3T0YASNN000 (3-inch Monochrome)

 

 

Raspberry Pi Applications in Industrial Control

The Raspberry Pi Foundation's Compute Module series has made a significant impact on industrial control and embedded systems by offering a compact form factor, modular flexibility, and robust performance. These features make the Compute Modules ideal for a wide range of industrial applications.

Overview of Compute Module 4 & 5 (CM4/CM5)

The CM4 and CM5 are well-suited for industrial automation, edge computing, and Human-Machine Interface (HMI) systems. Powered by Broadcom's Cortex-A72 and Cortex-A76 processors, these modules support up to 16GB of RAM and offer flexible I/O options, allowing for seamless integration into custom hardware configurations.

Industrial Applications:

• Industrial Automation Controllers: With the use of custom carrier boards, CM4/CM5 support industrial interfaces such as RS-485 and CAN bus, enabling precise control and real-time data processing in automation systems.
• Edge Computing: Enable local data processing to reduce reliance on cloud infrastructure, improving latency, security, and efficiency for real-time applications.
• Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI): Replace traditional PLC systems with modern, graphical interfaces that offer interactive, cost-effective solutions for industrial equipment control panels.

Additional Applications:

• AIoT: Ideal for image recognition, natural language processing, and other AI-driven tasks at the edge when paired with AI accelerators.
• Machine Vision: Excellent for defect detection, product identification, barcode scanning, and other automated visual inspection tasks.
• Retail & Digital Signage: Drive high-resolution interactive displays for digital signage and customer engagement applications.

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PMOLED vs. STN: The Complete Guide to Upgrading Your Next-Generation Display Solution

Choosing the right display technology is crucial for optimizing user experience and system performance. Below is a detailed comparison of the key differences between PMOLED and STN technologies to help guide your decision-making:

Why Choose PMOLED?

• Superior Viewing Angles: PMOLED displays maintain consistent contrast and clarity across nearly 180° of viewing angles, while STN displays suffer from reduced contrast and clarity at off-angles.
• Faster Response Time: With microsecond-level response, PMOLED is ideal for applications requiring smooth animations and real-time data, while STN displays exhibit noticeable lag.
• Higher Resolution: PMOLED offers high resolution and fine detail, making it well-suited for applications that require sharp text and intricate graphics. STN is typically better for displaying simple, static information.
• Power Efficiency: PMOLED technology consumes less power, especially in applications with darker UIs, making it more suitable for battery-powered devices and energy-conscious designs.

Seamless Upgrade to PMOLED

WINSTAR's Pin-to-Pin compatible PMOLED modules can be easily integrated into your existing STN designs, simplifying the upgrade process and offering a cost-effective solution.

Key Benefits of Upgrading:

• No need for modifications to enclosure molds
• Simplified circuit design, with minimal changes required
• Quick and efficient firmware migration

Which Display to Choose?

• PMOLED: Ideal for applications requiring high-quality visuals, low power consumption, and compact form factors.
• STN: Suitable for basic display needs where cost and reliability are the primary concerns.

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Small Screen, Big Difference: Enhancing TWS Charging Cases with PMOLED Displays

PMOLED displays provide an ideal solution for TWS (True Wireless Stereo) charging cases by offering high contrast, ultra-low power consumption, and fast data display capabilities. These displays deliver real-time feedback on critical information such as battery status and Bluetooth connectivity, enhancing user experience in compact devices. The high visibility, even in low-light conditions, makes PMOLED an excellent choice for TWS applications where clarity and power efficiency are paramount.

Key Benefits:

• High Contrast: Provides clear visibility from multiple angles, ensuring easy readability in diverse lighting conditions.
• Low Power Consumption: Extends battery life in portable devices without compromising performance, making it ideal for compact and battery-operated devices.
• Instant Data Display: Enables real-time updates on key information such as charging progress and Bluetooth status, ensuring users have immediate feedback on device performance.

PMOLED displays offer significant advantages for improving the design and functionality of TWS charging cases. Their low power consumption, coupled with high contrast and quick data feedback, makes them an ideal choice for enhancing the user experience in small, portable devices.

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Smart Display GUI Builder v0.8.1_WS Update

The Smart Display GUI Builder v0.8.1_WS update introduces several key enhancements to improve functionality and user experience. This update includes expanded language support, increased memory options, and enhanced CAN protocol functionality, all designed to facilitate more efficient and scalable design processes.

What's New:

• Traditional Chinese & Japanese UI Support: The GUI Builder now supports Traditional Chinese and Japanese, making it more accessible to users worldwide and streamlining the creation of custom displays.
• Radio Button Editor Adds "Delete All Images" Feature: A new "Delete All Images" button allows users to easily remove all images at once, simplifying batch image management and improving workflow efficiency.
• 32MB Flash Memory Support: The update includes support for 32MB flash memory in the 7” and 10.1” GPIO series, providing additional storage capacity and greater design flexibility.
• Default Brightness Setting for Custom CAN ID Protocol: A new default brightness setting function is available under Widget → Splash Screen → Modify, allowing for more efficient adjustment of brightness parameters in custom CAN ID protocols.
• Support for DBC Cycle Time Function: Users can now upload DBC files with modified cycle times, ensuring that changes are accurately reflected in the simulator for improved testing and design accuracy.

These updates significantly enhance the functionality and versatility of the GUI Builder, enabling more complex designs and improving protocol handling for a broader range of applications.

For complete update details, visit: ► Learn More