Overview: AN658 LCD Fundamentals and the LCD Driver Module of 8-Bit PIC® Microcontrollers Authors: Mary Tamar Tan Rodger Richey Microchip Technology Inc. INTRODUCTION
The popularity of Liquid Crystal Displays (LCD) has rapidly soared over the years due to the numerous advantages it offers over other display technologies. This application note provides an introduction to the basics of LCD; its construction, physics behind its operation, and the different factors affecting its properties and performance. Moreover, 8-bit PIC® microcontrollers with integrated LCD controllers are also introduced.
