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TRMNL Technical Specifications
TRMNL-OG-GEN1
TRMNL OG
7.5" ePaper Dashboard
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Overview
TRMNL is a battery-powered ePaper display that connects to your data sources and renders them as glanceable dashboards. Choose from 1124+ pre-built integrations or build custom dashboards using any API with HTML/CSS templating.
Typical deployments include sales metrics, calendars, operational status boards, and internal announcements. One-way communication architecture ensures your network remains isolated — the device pulls data from the server, never the reverse.
01
Identification
Model
TRMNL-OG-GEN1
SKU
TRMNL-OG
UPC
TBD
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Display
Screen Size
7.5 inches (diagonal)
Resolution
800 × 480 pixels
Pixel Density
128 PPI
Display Type
ePaper (EPD)
Grayscale
4 levels
Refresh Rate
~2 seconds
Viewing Angle
180°
Contrast Ratio
10:1
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Physical
Dimensions (W × H × D)
171 × 116 × 10 mm
Weight
120 grams (1800mah battery), 165 grams (2500mah battery)
Enclosure Material
PC (transparent), ABS (other colors)
Color
Black, White, Transparent, Sage, (faux) Wood, Grey
Orientation
Landscape
Mounting Options
Desk stand (included), Hook recess
Water Resistance
No
Controls
Button
Logo Placement
Front of device
Custom Branding
Available
Zero-Logo Option
Yes
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Power
Battery Type
Rechargeable Li-Po
Battery Capacity
1800/2500 mAh
Battery Life
3–6 months (typical use)
Charging Port
USB-C
Charging Time
3.5-5 hours
Refresh Interval
15 min (default), configurable
Power Consumption (Sleep)
< 0.5 mW
05
Hardware
Processor & Memory
Processor
ESP32-C3
RAM
400 KB
Flash Storage
4 MB
Wireless
WiFi Standard
802.11 b/g/n
WiFi Frequency
2.4 GHz
Security Protocols
WPA, WPA2
Sensors & Peripherals
Ambient Light Sensor
No
Temperature Sensor
No
Touch Sensor
No
Accelerometer
No
Buttons
1× reset
Status LED
Yes (charging status only)
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Ecosystem
Firmware
Operating System
Custom firmware
License
Open source (GPLv3)
Source Code
github.com/usetrmnl/firmware
OTA Updates
Yes
License
GPLv3
Software
Connection Options
TRMNL Cloud or Self-Hosted (BYOS)
BYOS Server Implementations
Ruby, Python, PHP, Node.js, Elixir
Mashups
Up to 4 data sources per screen
Smart Playlists
Time-based and conditional logic
Fleet Management
Yes (Partners API)
License
MIT (OSS servers only)
API & Cloud
Cloud Sync
Yes
API
RESTful
Partner API
Yes
Webhook Support
Yes
Applications
Web Dashboard
Yes
iOS App
Yes (Calendar Sync)
Android App
Yes
Integrations
Published Plugins
1124+ available
Custom Plugins
Supported (HTML/CSS/Liquid)
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Security
Communication
One-way (device-initiated only)
Network Access
Device cannot be accessed remotely
Data Storage
User-controlled (Cloud or BYOS)
Encryption
TLS 1/1.1/1.2
GDPR Compliant
Yes
SOC 2
N/A
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Environmental
Operating Temperature
0°C to 40°C / 32°F to 104°F
Storage Temperature
-20°C to 60°C / -4°F to 140°F
Operating Humidity
OG: 20% – 80% (estimate, not tested)
X: 20%-100%, test pending (main board only)
X: 20%-100%, test pending (main board only)
Storage Humidity
OG: 10% – 90% (estimate, not tested)
X: 20%-100%, test pending (main board only)
X: 20%-100%, test pending (main board only)
Altitude
0 to 2000m
Shock Resistance
Not tested
Vibration Resistance
Not tested
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Compliance & Certifications
FCC (USA)
OG: Certified
X: Pending
X: Pending
CE (Europe)
OG: Certified
X: Pending
X: Pending
UKCA (UK)
OG: Japan, Canada
X: Pending
X: Pending
RoHS
OG: Certified
X: Pending
X: Pending
WEEE
OG: Compliant
X: TBD
X: TBD
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Package Contents
TRMNL 7.5" Display
1
Desk Stand
1
Quick Start Guide
1
USB-C Charging Cable
0-1 (optional add-on)
Microfiber Cleaning Cloth
0-1 (optional add-on)
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Warranty & Support
Warranty Period
1 year manufacturer defects
Support Channels
Live Chat, Email (direct to engineers)
Community
Discord, GitHub
Documentation
docs.trmnl.com
Firmware Updates
Lifetime OTA updates
RMA Process
Contact support
12
Ordering
Retail Price
$139 USD
Volume Pricing
Available
Minimum Order Quantity
150 units
Lead Time
Ships within 2 business days
Fulfillment Locations
USA, Berlin (duty-free EU)
Country of Origin
USA
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Accessories
Developer Edition
API access for $20
Battery Upgrade
2500mah for $10
Clarity Kit
$25
BYOD License
$50