> Yes, I have the contrast adjusted correctly. I get the first line of > blocks, the second line clear. (It's a 2 line by 25 char display.) Has it had excess voltage ? I've found LCDs are not very tolerant and will die at the drop of a hat, even though they may appear to be OK, looking as you describe above -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist