The Controller offers both dual-row and single-row header patterns for
connecting LCDs of various configurations. Header pins and double sided
tape are included to facilitate mounting. LCD is not included.
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Software-controlled, variable backlight (Off to Full
Brightness in 256 steps).*
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Asynchronous serial supported at baud rates of 2400,
9600, 19200, and a blistering 57600. (jumper selectable)
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Jumper-selectable input inversion for use with either True
Mode or Inverted Mode Serial. Connect directly to a PC serial port or
to an output pin on a microcontroller.
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Compatible with both RS-232 (+/- 12V) and TTL (0-5V) levels.
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Synchronous serial I2C input up to 400K bps.
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Change I2C slave address via jumpers or with a software
command.
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80-character buffered communication.
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User-programmable boot screen memory allows a custom message
to be displayed on power up.
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Use standard commands compatible with Hitachi HD44780 or our
easy-to-understand special protocol to control the display
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Built-in special functions include scroll up, scroll down,
set backlight, select line, display bargraph, cursor appearance, change I2C
address, save/recall strings.
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Onboard non-volatile memory allows you to save custom
messages and then recall/display them with a short command.
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Fast bargraph displays (up to the full width of the display)
can be anchored on the left side or right side. Fast enough to display
stereo audio levels!
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5-volt operation with less than 5mA current consumption
(backlight off)