FAQ: What is the Difference Between a TFT, LCD, and OLED?
Confused about the differences between TFTs, LCDs, and OLEDs? What Do They Stand For? How Do They Work? TFT displays are also known as an “Active Matrix TFT LCD module” and have an array of thin film transistors fabricated on the glass that makes the LCD. There is one of these transistors for each pixel on the […]
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New: US Postal Shipping Options for Domestic LCD Sample Shipments
Crystalfontz ships via major domestic and international express carriers, on our account or yours. While we strive to provide the best rates and fastest ship times, some small packages may ship more efficiently using postal mail. You asked for US Postal shipping options. We heard you. USPS option is available if you’re placing an order
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We’re Hiring!
November Update: this position has been filled. Thank you for your interest. Are you: → A self-starter with a passion for problem-solving? → Someone who welcomes the opportunity to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities? → Looking for an opportunity to provide excellent technical customer support in a fun, casual work environment? Do You
A Look Back in Tech History: The HD44780 Controller Data Sheet
Sherman, set the wayback machine to 1985: We are going to take a look at the original HD44780 Data Sheet. Some time back, we wrote about the legendary HD44780 controller, to which the modern character LCD industry owes much of its existence. Having been in the business of designing embedded electronics for some time, we
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FAQ: LCDs for Servers
Question from our tech forum: I’m looking to put LCDs on my new servers, which are pretty significantly complex even before you get into the software on them. This customer had a complex set of requirements for LCDs to be used in a server set up. Summary: Need to drive four LEDs, and need 14
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FAQ: Where can I purchase Transparent or Flexible OLEDs?
The proliferation of cell phones over the last two decades has dramatically impacted the embedded display market. Update to this blog post: Crystalfontz now carries a selection of flexible and transparent displays. Crystalfontz 128×56 Transparent OLED Related blog post: Crystalfontz Transparent Displays Crystalfontz 160×32 flexible OLED display Crystalfontz 2.13″ Flexible ePaper Display Flexible ePaper Development Kit The
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FAQ: Are Crystalfontz LCD Modules Waterproof?
This is a frequent question for our tech team: What displays (if any) are waterproof? Answer: It’s complicated. It is technically possible, but not without some work to ensure the water stays out. The display itself is sealed, but not sealed in a way that would be friendly to submerging it in a liquid. The polarizer
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Green Shipping
Did you know that Crystalfontz offers a ‘green shipping option’? We do. Upon checkout, it is possible to select this option, giving us permission to reuse a box to ship out your order. All of our modules are shipped using ESD-safe packaging and packaged to ensure safe delivery. We appreciate your help in reducing the
RAM, ROM, GROM….What Do These Terms Mean?
Acronyms are easily recognizable and a quick shorthand when reading technical documents. But they can also be confusing when they are similar in appearance and what they represent. Memory and Character Generators New additions to the Crystalfontz Glossary: RAM, ROM, DDRAM, CGRAM, and CGROM. These glossary entries outline what these acronyms stand for and how
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A Quick ePaper Primer
Did you know that ePaper modules emulate ink used for paper? Check out the meaning of the glossary term electrophoresis and how it relates to ePaper module displays. Need ePaper for Your Project? For assistance in determining what ePaper module is the best one for your application, please contact our knowledgeable and friendly support staff by email, phone, or
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Not So FAQ: Can you use 30 temperature sensors, 200 feet from the PC ?
Here is a not-so-common customer question: Is it possible to measure server temperatures using 30 different sensors, 200 feet away from the computer? Answer: Yes, this possible! Our WRDOWY17 temperature sensor is a natural choice for this type of application. The Crystalfontz 16×2 character LCD with keypad gives an easy serial or USB interface to 32 WRDOWY17 sensors.
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