On May 2, 2010, at 4:37 PM, Jason White wrote:

> Hello , I am trying to simply init a standard LCD text display with a
> blinking cursor. Im not sure if its a error with my wiring or with my
> programming so I have posted for piclist to judge whats the problem.
> 
> Problem: When I run it the LCD stays blank (backlight and everything else
> turns on so its not a power issue) I've tried many diffrent code examples
> and still got nothing ...
> 
> 
> you would notice the difference on the LCD even without a pot on the
> contrast (V0) right ?
> 
> 
> View Attached Files For Info
> 
> -- 
> Jason White - Python and C++ Programmer

Actually, you may need to put a pot on the contrast...that has been an issue for me with some displays in the past.

-Pete
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