Overview


Image Reformer is a utility that converts images into C code for use with MSP430 Graphics Library.    

Why Convert?

Most images are 24 Bits Per Pixel and over 1000 by 1000 pixels.  Most MCU displays are 1, 2, 4 or 8 bits per pixel and sizes range from 96x96 to QVGA (320x240).  So in order to display the image a color and probably a size conversion is usually needed.  Additionally, in order to save image decode time on a low powered MCU, converting the image to C code makes sense for faster display.

Supported Image Input Formats

Image Format
jpeg
gif
png
bmp
tif

Conversion Output Formats

Supported Conversion Formats
Color Depth, Max Colors,Compressed, Un-Compressed
1 bit per pixel2Yes RLE4Yes
2 bits per pixel4Yes RLE4Yes
4 bits per pixel16Yes RLE4Yes
8 bits per pixel256Yes RLE8Yes