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Component Name

128x64 Graphic LCD - Yellow Backlight

Overview

The 128x64 Graphic LCD with Yellow Backlight is a compact, high-contrast liquid crystal display module designed for a wide range of applications, including industrial control systems, medical devices, consumer electronics, and Internet of Things (IoT) projects. This display module offers a high-resolution graphical interface, making it an ideal choice for displaying complex graphics, text, and images.

Functionality

The 128x64 Graphic LCD - Yellow Backlight is designed to display graphic and text information in a variety of formats. The module accepts standard graphical and textual data inputs and displays them on a 128x64 pixel matrix, allowing for the creation of complex user interfaces, graphs, charts, and other visual representations.

Display Type

Graphic LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)

Resolution

128x64 pixels

Display Size

2.7 inches (68.58 mm)

Active Area

56.32 mm x 22.32 mm

Dot Pitch

0.42 mm x 0.42 mm

Color

Yellow

Brightness

250 cd/m (typical)

Power Consumption

150 mA (typical) - 250 mA (max)

Interface Type

Parallel 8-bit or Serial (SPI)

Bus Width

8-bit (parallel) or 4-wire (SPI)

Clock Frequency

1 MHz (max)

Data Transfer Rate

8 Mbps (max)

Power Supply Voltage

5V 10%

Operating Temperature

-20C to +70C

Storage Temperature

-30C to +80C

Humidity

5% to 95% RH (non-condensing)

Module Size

77.5 mm x 43.5 mm x 12.5 mm

Weight

25 grams (approx.)

Mounting

Through-hole or Surface Mount (optional)

Additional Features

High-contrast ratio for clear display

Wide viewing angle (up to 60)

Fast response time (20 ms typical)

Low power consumption for battery-powered applications

RoHS and CE compliant

Applications

The 128x64 Graphic LCD - Yellow Backlight is suitable for a wide range of applications, including

Industrial control systems and automation

Medical devices and equipment

Consumer electronics and appliances

Internet of Things (IoT) projects and devices

Robotics and autonomous systems

Gaming and entertainment devices

By incorporating this high-quality graphic LCD module into your design, you can create intuitive and informative user interfaces that enhance the overall user experience.

Pin Configuration

  • Component Documentation: 128x64 Graphic LCD - Yellow Backlight
  • Pinout Description:
  • The 128x64 Graphic LCD - Yellow Backlight has a total of 20 pins, which can be divided into three main categories: Power Supply, Interface, and Display Control. Here's a detailed description of each pin:
  • Power Supply Pins (4):
  • VCC (Pin 1): Power supply voltage input (typically 5V)
  • + Description: Provides power to the LCD module
  • + Connection: Connect to a 5V power source
  • VSS (Pin 2): Ground voltage input
  • + Description: Provides a reference ground to the LCD module
  • + Connection: Connect to a common ground point in the circuit
  • VLCD (Pin 19): LCD operating voltage input (typically 5V)
  • + Description: Powers the LCD display
  • + Connection: Connect to a 5V power source (can be shared with VCC)
  • VBACKLIGHT (Pin 20): Yellow backlight voltage input (typically 5V)
  • + Description: Powers the yellow backlight of the LCD
  • + Connection: Connect to a 5V power source (can be shared with VCC)
  • Interface Pins (8):
  • RS (Pin 4): Register Select input
  • + Description: Selects the type of data being sent to the LCD (command or data)
  • + Connection: Connect to a digital output from a microcontroller (e.g., MCU's GPIO pin)
  • RW (Pin 5): Read/Write input
  • + Description: Determines the direction of data transfer (read or write)
  • + Connection: Connect to a digital output from a microcontroller (e.g., MCU's GPIO pin)
  • EN (Pin 6): Enable input
  • + Description: Enables the LCD module to accept data or commands
  • + Connection: Connect to a digital output from a microcontroller (e.g., MCU's GPIO pin)
  • DB0-DB7 (Pins 7-14): 8-bit data bus
  • + Description: Transfers data or commands between the microcontroller and the LCD
  • + Connection: Connect to 8 digital output pins from a microcontroller (e.g., MCU's GPIO pins)
  • Display Control Pins (8):
  • CS1 (Pin 3): Chip Select input (Bank 0)
  • + Description: Selects the bank of the LCD's memory (Bank 0 or Bank 1)
  • + Connection: Connect to a digital output from a microcontroller (e.g., MCU's GPIO pin)
  • CS2 (Pin 15): Chip Select input (Bank 1)
  • + Description: Selects the bank of the LCD's memory (Bank 0 or Bank 1)
  • + Connection: Connect to a digital output from a microcontroller (e.g., MCU's GPIO pin)
  • RESET (Pin 16): Reset input
  • + Description: Resets the LCD module to its initial state
  • + Connection: Connect to a digital output from a microcontroller (e.g., MCU's GPIO pin) or a reset signal
  • A0 (Pin 17): Address input (Horizontal Address)
  • + Description: Selects the horizontal address of the LCD display
  • + Connection: Connect to a digital output from a microcontroller (e.g., MCU's GPIO pin)
  • Connection Structure:
  • To connect the pins, follow this structure:
  • 1. Power Supply:
  • VCC (Pin 1) 5V Power Source
  • VSS (Pin 2) Ground
  • VLCD (Pin 19) 5V Power Source (shared with VCC)
  • VBACKLIGHT (Pin 20) 5V Power Source (shared with VCC)
  • 2. Interface:
  • RS (Pin 4) MCU's GPIO pin (e.g., Pin X)
  • RW (Pin 5) MCU's GPIO pin (e.g., Pin Y)
  • EN (Pin 6) MCU's GPIO pin (e.g., Pin Z)
  • DB0-DB7 (Pins 7-14) MCU's GPIO pins (e.g., Pins A-H)
  • 3. Display Control:
  • CS1 (Pin 3) MCU's GPIO pin (e.g., Pin I)
  • CS2 (Pin 15) MCU's GPIO pin (e.g., Pin J)
  • RESET (Pin 16) MCU's GPIO pin (e.g., Pin K) or Reset Signal
  • A0 (Pin 17) MCU's GPIO pin (e.g., Pin L)
  • Note:
  • Make sure to check the specific datasheet of the 128x64 Graphic LCD - Yellow Backlight module for any specific connection requirements or recommendations.
  • The connection structure above is a general guideline and may vary depending on the microcontroller and the application.

Code Examples

Component Documentation: 128x64 Graphic LCD - Yellow Backlight
Overview
The 128x64 Graphic LCD with Yellow Backlight is a versatile display module designed for a wide range of applications in the Internet of Things (IoT). This component features a 128x64 dot matrix LCD display with a yellow backlight, making it suitable for various usage scenarios, including industrial control panels, home automation, and IoT projects.
Technical Specifications
Display Type: 128x64 Dot Matrix LCD
 Backlight: Yellow LED
 Interface: 8-bit Parallel or 4-bit Parallel or Serial (SPI)
 Power Supply: 5V  10%
 Operating Temperature: -20C to 70C
 Storage Temperature: -30C to 80C
Pinout
| Pin No. | Pin Name | Description |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 | VCC | Power Supply (5V) |
| 2 | VSS | Ground |
| 3 | RS | Register Select |
| 4 | R/W | Read/Write |
| 5 | E | Enable |
| 6 | DB0 | Data Bus 0 |
| 7 | DB1 | Data Bus 1 |
| 8 | DB2 | Data Bus 2 |
| 9 | DB3 | Data Bus 3 |
| 10 | DB4 | Data Bus 4 |
| 11 | DB5 | Data Bus 5 |
| 12 | DB6 | Data Bus 6 |
| 13 | DB7 | Data Bus 7 |
| 14 | BLK | Backlight Control |
| 15 | NC | Not Connected |
Code Examples
### Example 1: Arduino UNO - 4-Bit Parallel Interface
This example demonstrates how to connect the 128x64 Graphic LCD to an Arduino UNO board using a 4-bit parallel interface.
Hardware Connections:
LCD RS to Arduino Digital Pin 12
 LCD R/W to Arduino Digital Pin 11
 LCD E to Arduino Digital Pin 10
 LCD DB4 to Arduino Digital Pin 5
 LCD DB5 to Arduino Digital Pin 4
 LCD DB6 to Arduino Digital Pin 3
 LCD DB7 to Arduino Digital Pin 2
 LCD VCC to Arduino 5V
 LCD VSS to Arduino GND
 LCD BLK to Arduino Digital Pin 9 (Backlight control)
Arduino Code:
```c++
#include <LiquidCrystal.h>
const int rs = 12, en = 10, d4 = 5, d5 = 4, d6 = 3, d7 = 2;
LiquidCrystal_I2C lcd(rs, en, d4, d5, d6, d7);
void setup() {
  lcd.begin(20, 4); // Initialize LCD, 20 columns, 4 rows
  lcd.setCursor(0, 0); // Set cursor to top-left corner
  lcd.print("Hello, World!"); // Print a message
  digitalWrite(9, HIGH); // Turn on backlight
}
void loop() {
  // No operation
}
```
### Example 2: Raspberry Pi - Serial (SPI) Interface
This example demonstrates how to connect the 128x64 Graphic LCD to a Raspberry Pi using a serial (SPI) interface.
Hardware Connections:
LCD VCC to Raspberry Pi 5V
 LCD VSS to Raspberry Pi GND
 LCD SCL to Raspberry Pi GPIO 11 (SPI Clock)
 LCD SDA to Raspberry Pi GPIO 10 (SPI MOSI)
 LCD BLK to Raspberry Pi GPIO 9 (Backlight control)
Python Code:
```python
import spidev
import RPi.GPIO as GPIO
# Initialize SPI
spi = spidev.SpiDev()
spi.open(0, 0)  # Open SPI channel 0, device 0
# Initialize GPIO
GPIO.setmode(GPIO.BCM)
GPIO.setup(9, GPIO.OUT)  # Set backlight control pin as output
# Function to send data to LCD via SPI
def send_to_lcd(data):
  spi.xfer2([data])  # Send data over SPI
# Initialize LCD
send_to_lcd(0x01)  # Clear display
send_to_lcd(0x0C)  # Display on, cursor off
send_to_lcd(0x06)  # Entry mode, increment, shift cursor position
# Print a message on the LCD
message = "Hello, World!"
for char in message:
  send_to_lcd(ord(char))  # Send each character to LCD
GPIO.output(9, GPIO.HIGH)  # Turn on backlight
```
Note: These examples are for demonstration purposes only and may require modifications to work with your specific project. Ensure you consult the datasheet and documentation for the 128x64 Graphic LCD and your microcontroller/board for more information.