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This paper describes the latest progress in the graphic and package design of Fluorescent Indicator Panels (FIPs). In the expanding application of FIPs in the automotive environment, FIPs cover very wide usages such as gauges for speedo, oil/temp, and tacho and conveniences such as radio, trip-computer, etc. The graphic or pattern design freedom and packaging design flexibility are key factors in offering more sophisticated and attractive FIP displays for automotive systems.

This paper discusses the latest progress in the development of Fluorescent Indicator Panels from a system interface point of view. Improvements in packaging and mounting, electronic control circuit interfaces, and multicolor displays are described and illustrated. THE FLUORESCENT INDICATOR PANEL (FIP®) is widely used in automotive electronic displays because of its eye-pleasing colors and easy readability and its flexibility in graphics design. The increasing usage has resulted in mechanical improvement to more effectively utilize the space available, electrical improvement for microprocessor control, and optical improvement for multicolor capability.