The DMDs are spatial light modulators which reflect incoming light from an illumination source to one of two directions, with the primary direction being into a projection or collection optic. Each application is derived primarily from the optical architecture of the system and the format of the data coming into the DLPC3421 controller. The new high tilt pixel in the side-illuminated DMD increases brightness performance and enables a smaller system footprint for thickness-constrained applications. Applications of interest include projection technology embedded in display devices like ultra low-power battery operated mobile accessory projectors, phones, tablets, ultra-mobile low-end Smart TVs, and virtual assistants.

DMD power-up and power-down sequencing is strictly controlled by the DLPA2000/2005. Refer to Section 9 for power-up and power-down specifications. To ensure reliable operation, the DMD must always be used with the DLPC3421 display controller and a DLPA2000/2005 PMIC/LED driver.