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RUGGED RD-1502-C 15″ Industrial Rugged Display
The RUGGED RD-1502-C 15″ Industrial Rugged Display provides a reliable visual solution for industrial and military deployments requiring sustained operation. Built with a reinforced chassis and dust-sealed design, it withstands particulate intrusion and vibration exposure typical in field environments. Its 15-inch TFT LCD panel offers 1024 x 768 resolution with 250 cd/m 6 brightness and wide viewing angles, suitable for control systems and aerospace console use.
It supports universal power input from 90 to 260V AC and includes a 15-pin female D-Sub interface and headphone jack for flexible connectivity. Operating across temperatures of 0 to 40_x007f_c, the display is validated by CE and UL certifications and features an LED backlight with a typical 50,000-hour life, aligning with continuous-duty requirements. The unit complies with VESA mounting standards for installation adaptability and has a low power consumption profile optimized for energy-sensitive settings. These features combine to make the RD-1502-C a field-ready, vibration-tolerant industrial display for dependable long-term deployments.
RD-1502-C Features
- Integrated Control Panel
- OSD With Multi-Language Support
- Wall Mount VESA Compliant ( 75 X 75 mm)
- Integrated Stereo Speakers
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Product Type
Manufacturer
Ruggedness
IP Rating
Mounting Format
Screen Size
Country Of Manufacture
Taiwan
Certifications
CE, UL
Dimensions
347.7 (W) x 272.4 (H) x 59 (D) mm
Display Accessories Included
AC/DC Power Adapter
Active Display Area
304.13 (H) x 228.10 (V)
Aspect Ratio
0.16875
Backlight Life
50,000 hours (typ)
Connectivity
15 Pin female D-Sub x 1, Stereo headphone jack x 1, 12 VDC jack.
Contrast Ratio
20.83402778
Display Backlight
LED BLU
Display Brightness
250 cd/m2
Display Resolution
1024 x 768
Frequency Range
Fh: 30 to 82Khz, Fv: 60 to 75Hz
Input Power
Universal/ Auto-sensing, 90 to260V AC, 50/60 Hz
Osd Control
No
Pixel Dimension
0.297 (H) x 0.297 (V) mm
Power Consumption
Operation 20 Watt ( Max ) Stand-by < 2 Watt
Power Management
DPMS
Response Time
< 12 ms
Screen Technology
LCD
Screensize
15"
Sync Signal
Separate Sync, Composite Sync, Sync on Green
Video Signal
Analog RGB (0.7/1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms)
Viewing Angle
130 degree in horizontal & 100 in vertical (typ)
Operating Temperature
OPERATING: 0C to +40C
Storage Temperature
STOREAGE: -20C to +60C
Temperature Rating
OPERATING: 0C to +40C / STOREAGE: -20C to +60C
The RUGGED RD-1502-C 15″ Industrial Rugged Display is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The RD-1502-C supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.
Common deployment industries include: Aerospace, Defence And Military, Energy and Utilities, Industrial Manufacturing, Marine And Offshore, Public Sector, Security And Surveillance.
Across these sectors, the RD-1502-C is typically used in applications such as Aircraft Cockpit And Avionics Support Systems, Broadcast And Media Control Consoles, Industrial HMI And Machine Interfacing, Marine Bridge And Vessel Control Systems, Medical Carts And Clinical Mobile Workstations, Process Control And Shop-Floor Monitoring, SCADA And Control-Room Access, Security And Surveillance Operations.
These examples demonstrate the versatility of the RD-1502-C across both industry sectors and real-world operational use cases. Its suitability extends well beyond the scenarios listed above, making it a flexible solution for a broad range of requirements.
For further information, or to assess whether the RD-1502-C is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.
The RUGGED RD-1502-C 15″ Industrial Rugged Display comes with a 1 Year RTB UK Warranty With Option To Extend against defects in workmanship and materials, effective from the date of shipment (unless otherwise agreed in writing).
To receive service under this warranty, the eligible product, RUGGED RD-1502-C 15″ Industrial Rugged Display, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the RUGGED RD-1502-C 15″ Industrial Rugged Display or to arrange repairs and services not covered by the warranty, please visit the warranty section on our website.
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Frequently Asked Questions
RUGGED offers free technical support for the lifetime of products you purchase. This includes help with setup, troubleshooting, and integration. Support is available online or directly from the technical team
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- Vibration and Shock Resistance: Designed to endure constant vibrations and sudden impacts experienced during vehicle operation.
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