This 7.0-inch TFT screen offers an 800x480 high-resolution pixel display with an LED backlight. It's perfect for graphics that need ample space. You can commonly find these screens in consumer electronics like small TVs, GPS devices, handheld games, and car displays. The 40-pin connector features 8 red, 8 green, and 8 blue parallel pins, enabling 24-bit color. This version lacks a touchscreen. It's similar to PID 2354 but without the resistive touch panel, making it more affordable. It's a 'raw pixel-dot-clock' display without an SPI/parallel controller or RAM. The display must be refreshed continuously at 60Hz with a pixel clock, V sync, H sync, etc. High-end processors like those in the BeagleBone can support such RGB TTL displays natively, but it's rare for small microcontrollers. You'll need dedicated hardware or a fast processor like an FPGA. Also, the backlight requires a 125 - 150mA constant-current mode boost converter up to 9V, unlike our other small displays that run on 5V. We offer it with the Adafruit RA8875 driver board in the store, which can handle video RAM and timing in the background. It's the best way to connect this display to most microcontrollers, including Arduino. For HDMI or DVI output control, check out our TFP401 driver board. Advanced electronics enthusiasts can try wiring it directly to a processor, but we don't provide support or tutorials for this.
Using this 7.0-inch TFT display is easy. First, if you're using a microcontroller, it's best to pair it with the Adafruit RA8875 driver board we offer. This board takes care of the complex video RAM and timing requirements. If you want to control it from an HDMI or DVI output, use our TFP401 driver board. When powering the display, note that the backlight needs a 125 - 150mA constant-current mode boost converter that can reach up to 9V. Don't try to use a 5V power supply like our other small displays. Be aware that this display doesn't have a touchscreen, so if you need touch functionality, this isn't the right choice. Also, small microcontrollers usually can't support it natively; you'll need a high - end processor or something like an FPGA. For maintenance, keep the display clean with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid scratching the screen surface. And store it in a dry and cool place when not in use.
