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LED backlight

An LCD backlight made of LEDs instead of cold-cathode tubes.

Also known as: LED backlighting

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

LED backlight — An LCD backlight made of LEDs instead of cold-cathode tubes.

See also: MLA, backlight.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is LED backlight?

An LCD backlight made of LEDs instead of cold-cathode tubes.

What terms are related to LED backlight?

Related Display terms include MLA, backlight.

Related Technical Terms

MLA
Micro Lens Array — a lens layer that boosts OLED brightness. Display
backlight
The light source behind an LCD panel that illuminates the pixels; OLED displays have no backlight. Display
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