Abstract
This paper describes the analysis and evaluation procedures used to select a color monitor for an interactive graphics system that designs integrated circuits. The analysis had five steps. First, users of a current black-and-white system were surveyed to define their needs and desires for a next-generation color interactive graphics system. Second, the most important monitor specifications and corresponding display quality factors, relative to the needs of the users, were determined. Third, a comparative analysis of 13-inch (33.02-cm) and 19-inch (48.26-cm) monitors was used to determine which size best filled overall system and user needs. Fourth, several off-the-shelf, 19-inch, high-resolution monitors were evaluated and the two best candidates were chosen. Fifth and last, a side-by-side human factors analysis was conducted using the two chosen displays, and the final monitor was selected. This recommended monitor has been integrated into all new interactive graphics terminals used to design integrated circuits, and operators have found the multicolored, high-quality image an effective and efficient tool for use in the integrated circuit design process.
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