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DFR0063 Gadgeteer Character LCD 16x2

DFR0063 Gadgeteer Character LCD 16x2

MPN: DFR0063
DFRobot
Character LCD 16x2 Display Gadgeteer Platform Evaluation Expansion Board
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Overview

The DFR0063 is a 16-character by 2-line liquid crystal display module designed for the Gadgeteer electronics platform. It features a standardized connector for rapid prototyping and utilizes an I2C/TWI interface to minimize the number of microcontroller pins required for data transmission.

Why Choose This Part

The module operates on a single 5V supply and simplifies wiring through its I2C interface, which reduces the complex 4-bit or 8-bit parallel connection typical of standard 1602 LCDs. Its compatibility with the Gadgeteer socket system ensures plug-and-play operation with supported development environments.

Applications

Gadgeteer Mainboard Integration
Quickly add a visual interface to .NET Gadgeteer compatible mainboards using standard ribbon cables.
System Status Monitoring
Display real-time sensor data, IP addresses, or error codes in embedded Linux or RTOS environments.
Human-Machine Interface (HMI)
Serve as a simple low-power user interface for industrial or hobbyist control panels.

Key Specifications

Type Display
Contents Board(s)
Function Character LCD 16x2
Platform Gadgeteer

Getting Started

Connect the module to an I2C-capable socket on a Gadgeteer mainboard or use the TWI pins with an Arduino-compatible controller. In the .NET Micro Framework, use the Gadgeteer LCD16 module driver to initialize the display and write strings to the screen.