S710 backlight - lifespan?

[Guest JDRoss]

I just got a docking station for my Vox, and now that it's standing up while charging at home, I would like the LCD screen to always remain "on" so that I can quickly glance to see if I have any missed calls or voicemails as I walk by.

I can set my PhoneAlarm SP to make this happen, but I am concerned about the lifespan of the backlight. I used to do with with my little Nokia 6230 for years and never had a problem. Just wanted to get sense from the experts here -- am I risking the lifespan of my LCD by keeping the backlight ON for 20 or so hours each day?

Any info appreciated.

Thanks,

Jon

[Guest prajith]

I dont think so

You can keep the backlight on for as much time as you like

going by the average mtbf it will take at least 5 years for your backlight to conk off if you use it 20 hrs a day

and another 3 years for your LCD

I guess you would buy a new device much before that happens :(

[Guest JDRoss]

I dont think so

You can keep the backlight on for as much time as you like

going by the average mtbf it will take at least 5 years for your backlight to conk off if you use it 20 hrs a day

and another 3 years for your LCD

I guess you would buy a new device much before that happens :(

That is great news, thanks. What are you basing this info from? Official specs for the components?

[Guest prajith]

Well the HTC S710 has a LCD manufactured by Hitachi which is one of the best in business.

so you can put your worries to rest :(