> I'm experimenting with using a large LCD - 320x200 pixels.
>
> It is setup as a graphic display.
>
> It is mono, and has 4 bit input (so, to input a full screen
> worth is 16,000
> pulses)

Have a look at LCD controller ICs, I've used the Seiko SED1335 before,
there's a similar toshiba one (3693c or something like that...).  You add
the controller and a suitable ram (basically video RAM), and it does all
the pulse timing stuff for you.

You only need to talk to the controller when you want to change the
display, not continuously, which is probably a better plan than using a
dedicated PIC to control it.  They also do things like page switching, so
you can build a screen in the background and then switch to it instantly.

The 1335 also includes a built-in font, though you can use your own if you
prefer, or add some custom characters to the built in one.

It needs an 8-bit data bus, read, write and one address line (used to tell
it whether you are sending commands or graphics/text characters).

HTH,

Nigel

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