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i guess i'll be going with this one instead now. that and i'm saving myself $60 lol. jason can you explain #4 to us electronix newbs? thanks all!




--- In emax@yahoogroups.com, Jason Mc <jasonmcdougal@...> wrote:
>
> I have recently replaced my el foil display with this one:
> 
> Mouser Part #: 696-S01602DSF/E
> Manufacturer Part #: LCM-S01602DSF/E
> Manufacturer: Lumex
> Description: LCD Character Display Modules InfoVue Std 16x2 STN, Transf w/bklght
> 
> http://www.mouser.com/ProductDetail/Lumex/LCM-S01602DSF-E/?qs=sGAEpiMZZMt7dcPGmvnkBlSoZEj2dY0WBbxuN2hqA4c%3d
> 
> $12.80 US
> 
> 1) De-soldered the old header pins from the original display, soldered
> them into new display.
> 2) Removed the old EL-Foil Driver (black box)
> 3) Used router and file on case to accommodate new display thickness
> 4) Jumpered resistor in line on new display to get +5v for LED Backlight
> 
> Nice new low power LED BackLight display, great contrast no need for
> added potentiometer.
>