Features & Description:-
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Display Type:
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It’s a 16x2 character LCD display, meaning it has 16 columns and 2 rows for displaying text. It can show a total of 32 characters at a time.
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White Text on Black/Blue Background:
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The text is white and typically displayed on a black or blue background. This color combination is common for most character LCD displays, providing good contrast and readability.
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Controller:
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The display usually uses the HD44780 controller or a compatible one (like KS0066), which is widely supported in embedded development environments.
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Interface:
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It operates using a parallel interface, either in 4-bit or 8-bit mode for communication with microcontrollers (e.g., Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or other embedded systems).
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It has control pins for RS (Register Select), E (Enable), and data pins D0 to D7 (only D4-D7 are typically used in 4-bit mode).
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Backlight:
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It typically has a backlight to illuminate the display. The backlight can usually be controlled via a separate pin, and in some modules, a potentiometer can be used to adjust the brightness.
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Voltage:
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It typically operates at 5V for most systems, though some versions may support 3.3V operation.
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Character Set:
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It supports a standard ASCII character set, allowing it to display letters, numbers, and some special characters.
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