LCD Liquid Crystal Display 1602 with Gray Backlight

LCD1602 Parallel LCD Display is your perfect companion for Arduino projects that require a simple, yet effective display solution featuring an lcd panel and lcd display panel. The LCD1602 Parallel LCD Display is a component widely used for visual data output in electronics projects. It features a gray backlight that makes it readable in various lighting conditions, providing a clear lcd display. This display can show 16 characters across two lines, accommodating 32 characters in total, and is ideal for presenting basic data like temperature, pressure, or digital cycles. It provides a cost-effective way to integrate alphanumeric visual outputs into microcontroller-based projects, being compatible with a wide range of microcontrollers.

Key Features - LCD1602 Parallel LCD Display

• 16 characters wide, 2 rows (2x16 character display, 32 characters total)
• Black text on gray background
• Single LED backlight, dimmable with a resistor or PWM
• Fully controlled with only 6 digital lines
• Standard Hitachi HD44780 driver, making it easy to use with many microcontrollers
• Low power consumption
• Compatible with Arduino and other microcontrollers

Applications

Utilize this lcd 16x2 display for various projects, like weather stations where displaying temperature and humidity readings is essential. It's also perfect for robotics, helping to communicate status messages and sensor readings easily. This module can be used in educational settings and prototyping, integrating seamlessly in diy electronics and embedded systems applications.

Technical Specifications

How to Use - LCD1602 Parallel LCD Display

• Connect the LCD to a microcontroller using the parallel interface, which can be in 4-bit or 8-bit mode.
• Power the module with a stable 5V source, ensuring a common ground with the microcontroller.
• Use readily available libraries to assist with initialization and operation.
• Send data in ASCII format for display.
• Utilize programming functions for managing cursor movement, display clearing, and backlight control.

Package Includes

• 1 x LCD1602 Parallel LCD Display with Gray Backlight

Additional Resources

Video Tutorials