The Sony L5S30978P01 (Alias: GCX074AKS-E) is a genuine 8-inch a-Si TFT-LCD industrial module manufactured by Sony Corporation, Japan. Adopting Sony's exclusive Vistarich IPS display technology, it features excellent all-direction viewing performance and color consistency, making it a classic high-end model in automotive electronics and industrial control fields. This product is designed for harsh environments, with an ultra-wide operating temperature range of -30°C to 85°C and a 3.0G high vibration resistance rating, capable of adapting to various extreme working conditions.
Featuring 800(RGB)×480 (WVGA) standard resolution and 116 PPI pixel density, it presents clear and sharp text and graphics display effects. This module boasts a 700:1 typical contrast ratio, 650 cd/m² ultra-high brightness, and 80/80/80/80° all-direction viewing angles (CR≥10), maintaining good visibility even in direct strong sunlight outdoors. Equipped with a 6S4P WLED backlight design without a driver, it has a typical backlight lifespan of up to 60,000 hours, significantly reducing equipment maintenance costs.
L5S30978P01 Sony tft lcd module Specification:
| Parameter Category | Detailed Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand | Sony |
| Model | L5S30978P01 (Alias: GCX074AKS-E, Compatible with L5S30978P00) |
| Panel Size | 8.0 inch |
| Panel Type | a-Si TFT-LCD, LCM, IPS Panel |
| Display Technology | Vistarich |
| Resolution | 800(RGB)×480 (WVGA) |
| Pixel Density | 116 PPI |
| Pixel Format | RGB Vertical Stripe |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 (H:V) |
| Dot Pitch | 0.0725×0.2175 mm (H×V) |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.2175×0.2175 mm (H×V) |
| Active Area | 174.0(W)×104.4(H) mm |
| Bezel Area | 176.0(W)×106.4(H) mm |
| Outline Dimension | 187.5(W)×120.0(H) mm (Typical) |
| Display Mode | Normally Black, Transmissive |
| Brightness | 650 cd/m² (Typical) |
| Contrast Ratio | 700:1 (Typical, Transmission) |
| Viewing Angle | 80/80/80/80° (U/D/L/R, CR≥10) |
| Display Colors | 262K colors (6-bit), 56% NTSC |
| Response Time | 30 ms (Typical, Tr+Td) |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
| Backlight Type | WLED (6S4P), Without Driver |
| Backlight Lifespan | 60000 hours (Typical) |
| Surface Treatment | 3H Hardness Anti-Scratch Hard Coating |
| Signal Interface | Parallel RGB(1-channel 6-bit)+SPI, 50pin FPC |
| Input Voltage | 3.3V (Typical, Single Power Supply) |
| Operating Temperature | -30℃ ~ 85℃ |
| Storage Temperature | -40℃ ~ 90℃ |
| Vibration Level | 3.0G (29.4 m/s²) |
| Environmental Standard | RoHS Compliant |
| Touch Screen | None (Customizable RTP/CTP) |
| Product Status | Original Factory Discontinued, Brand New Original In Stock |
Typical Application Fields of Sony L5S30978P01 8" TFT LCD Module
Automotive Electronic Systems: Car navigation systems, dash cams, in-car entertainment systems, dashboard displays, rearview camera monitors, construction machinery vehicle terminals
Industrial Control Equipment: PLC HMI, CNC machine tool operation panels, industrial automation controllers, robot teach pendants, power monitoring meters
Outdoor Handheld Terminals: Industrial PDAs, data collectors, handheld scanners, portable detectors, outdoor surveying instruments
Medical Equipment: Portable medical instruments, monitors, infusion pump displays, diagnostic equipment displays, surgical instrument displays
Aerospace & Defense: Avionics equipment, UAV ground stations, military handheld terminals, portable radar displays
Q1: What is the difference between L5S30978P01 and L5S30978P00?
A1: They are products of different versions in the same series. The core electrical parameters, mechanical dimensions and pin definitions are 100% identical. They can be directly interchanged without modifying any hardware or software design. L5S30978P01 is a newer production batch with slightly improved yield rate and long-term stability.
Q2: Is L5S30978P01 the same product as GCX074AKS-E?
A2: Yes, they are the same product. L5S30978P01 is Sony's internal model number, and GCX074AKS-E is Sony's external sales model name. Both are completely interchangeable and can be directly replaced.
Q3: What is the pinout of this module?
A3: L5S30978P01 adopts a standard 50-pin Parallel RGB+SPI composite interface, and the pin definition is consistent with most 8-inch WVGA resolution TTL industrial LCD screens. We can provide detailed interface definition manuals and lighting code references to help customers complete integration quickly.
Q4: Has this product been discontinued? Can I still buy it?
A4: Sony stopped producing L5S30978P01 around 2018, but we keep a large amount of brand new original stock in stock, which can meet customers' small and medium batch requirements. For large-volume orders, we can provide compatible models such as GCX074AKP-E as alternative solutions.









