SP6-133 Controller Board

For E Ink 13.3" Spectra 6 Panels

A power interface for E Ink Spectra 6 panels providing an optional on-board MCU.

• For 13.3" E Ink Spectra 6 displays
• Media players
• On-board ESP-32 (option)
• Digital View STM-100
• Raspberry Pi
• CMS
• Epaper Demo App
• Verdsign (in development)

• Part number: 4160257xx-3

SP6-133 Power & Interface Board for E Ink Spectra 6 Displays

We designed the SP6-133 board to enable E Ink 13.3" Spectra 6 display systems. The SP6-133 board can be used as a power interface board between a media source, for example the Digital View STM-100 or a Raspberry Pi, or as a main board using the optional on-board MCU.

The SP6-133 continues Digital View's heritage in digital signage technology.

Specifications: SP6-133 Board

Panel Support	E Ink 13.3" Spectra 6 Model: EL133UF1
Processor - On-board build option	ESP32 MCU, a low power processor. The SP6-133 is designed as a power interface or complete image TCON controller board using the optional ESP32. The low-power standby mode functions are particularly relevant to ultra-low power operating scenarios.
Operating System	A wide range of ESP32 compatible OS's can be used
Input & Outputs	SPI input/output USB-C for data transfer and 5V DC input
Board size (PCB)	111mm x 83mm
Media board compatibility	The SP6-133 is designed to be used with: • Digital View STM-100 • Raspberry Pi
Content Update	The SP6-133 is compatible with: • Conversar CMS, our cloud based signage service • EP Demo App, a free app suitable for 1 to 3 displays
Functions	Media retrieval and writing to the panel
Initial release date	Scheduled for Q2, 2024

Downloads

• Brochure (PDF)
• Connection Diagram (Link)
• Quick Start Guide (PDF)

Firmware & Software
• Firmware: E Ink EL133UF1, 13.3"

Mechanical Drawings
• 2D Drawing (PDF)
• 2D Drawing (DWG)
• 3D Drawing (ZIP: SLDPRT, STEP)

Notes, Statements & Declarations
• Revision Note

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• UK: +44-(0)20-7631 2150
• HK: +852-2861 3615

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System Example

An epaper display system using an E Ink panel is likely to be made up of the following parts:
- E Ink epaper panel, for example 13.3" E Ink Spectra 6 panel
- Digital View SP6-133
- Media board, STM-100 (option)
- Connection to power and communications
- Enclosure

For more details on putting together a display system or other related question please contact us.

FAQ

Q: Should I use the on-board ESP32 MCU or a separate media player in my display?
A: The on-board ESP32 is an excellent way to keep power and cost to a minimum in the display system, however there will be compromises as the ESP32 has limited memory and processing power. It can connect to Wi-Fi and download images and write to the display. We have a sample application kit for testing.