On Fri, Jun 29, 2012 at 7:47 AM, Matthew Rhys-Roberts <
Matthew.Rhys-Roberts@nu-ins.com> wrote:

> Just getting back into playing with LCDs. I initially want 2.5 x 7-seg
> digits to display up to "199".
>
> Looking around, I may have to get a controller IC that supports larger
> displays, but the price is low enough for messing about with.
>
> However, do 2.5 digit controllers exist, or do I need to get at least a 3
> digit one?
>
> Also, anyone have favourite display/driver combinations for simple
> experimentation?
>
>
You may already be aware of this, but the HD44780 type displays are super
popular and easy to use. Your grandma's toaster can drive these display
modules.
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