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 DLPC4430 显示控制器. Typical applications using the DLP781NE DMD include smart projectors, enterprise projectors, large venue projectors and digital signage.

DMD power-up and power-down sequencing is strictly controlled by the DLPC4430 显示控制器 through the DLPA300. Refer to Section 8 for power-up and power-down specifications. For reliable operation, the DLP781NE DMD must always be used with DLPC4430 显示控制器, a DLPA100 PMIC/motor driver and a DLPA300 micromirror driver.