These drawings and specifications are REVISIONS

the property of Densitron Corporation

and may not be reproduced, copied or REV. DESCRIPTION DATE APPROVED
used without written permission
- E0298

1. Specification subject to change without notice.

2. All dimensions and specifications apply to standard modules. This information may vary for modules with optional
features.
3. All dimensions are in millimeters.
4. Precautions:These precautions apply equally to modules from all makers, not just Densitron. Violation of these
guidelines may void the warranty and can cause problems ranging from erratic operation to catastrophic display
failure.

Handling precautions:
♦ This device is susceptible to Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) damage. Observe Anti-Static precautions.

Power supply precautions:

♦ Identify and, at all times, observe absolute maximum ratings for both logic and LC drivers. Note that there is some
variance between models.
♦ Prevent the application of reverse polarity to VDD and VSS, however briefly.
♦ Use a clean power source free from transients. Power up conditions are occasionally “jolting” and may exceed the
maximum ratings of the module.
♦ The +5V power of the module should also supply the power to all devices which may access the display. Don’t
allow the data bus to be driven when the logic supply to the module is turned off.
♦ DO NOT install a capacitor between the VO (contrast) pin and ground. VDD must, at all times, exceed the VO
voltage level. The capacitor combines with the contrast potentiometer to form an R-C network which “holds-up” VO,
at power-down, possibly damaging the module.

Operating precautions:
♦ DO NOT plug or unplug the module when the system is powered up.
♦ Minimize the cable length between the module and host MPU. (Recommended max. length 30 cm).
♦ For models with EL or CCFL backlights, do not disable the backlight by interrupting the HV line. Unloaded inverters
produce voltage extremes which may arc within a cable or at the display.
♦ Operate the module within the limits of the modules temperature specifications.

Mechanical / Environmental precautions:

♦ Improper soldering is the major cause of module difficulty. Use of flux cleaner is not recommended as they may
seep under the elastomeric connection and cause display failure. Densitron recommends the use of Kester “245”
no-clean solder.
♦ Mount the module so that it is free from torque and mechanical stress.
♦ Surface of LCD panel should not be touched or scratched. The display front surface is an easily scratched, plastic
polarizer. Avoid contact and clean only when necessary with soft, absorbent cotton dampened with petroleum
benzene.
♦ ALWAYS employ anti-static procedure while handling the module.
♦ Prevent moisture build-up upon the module and observe the environmental constraints for storage temperature and
humidity.
♦ DO NOT store in direct sunlight.
♦ If leakage of the liquid crystal material should occur, avoid contact with this material, particularly ingestion. If the
body or clothing becomes contaminated by the liquid crystal material, wash thoroughly with water and soap.

Notes: (unless otherwise specified)

Unless otherwise APPROVALS DATE

specified:
DRAWN
DENSITRON CORPORATION
Dimensions are mm TORRANCE, CA
Tolerances are: CHECKED TITLE
X=±3
64 X 128 GRAPHICS LCD MODULE
.X = ± 0.5
.XX = ± 0.05 ISSUED DWG. NO.
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1.0 DESCRIPTION
Dot matrix display module consisting of liquid Crystal Display, CMOS driver and Toshiba T6963C
controller LSI, printed circuit board, metal support frame and Light Emitting Diode (LED) backlight.

Available LC fluid types are: NTN (supertwisted nematic) and NTN-H (extended temperature range NTN).

Other options include on-board negative voltage generation circuitry and on-board temperature
compensation circuitry.

2.0 MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Item Specifications Unit

Package Dimensions 87.0 (W) x 71.0 (H) x 17.6 max. (H) mm
Display format 128 dots (W) x 64 dots (H) -
Driving method 1/64 duty
Dot size 0.4 (W) x 0.56 (H) mm
Dot pitch 0.44 (W) x 0.60 (H) mm
Active display area 56.28 (W) x 38.36 (H) mm
Viewing area 62.5 (W) x 43.5 (H) mm
Weight g
Notes:W-Width;H-Height;D-Depth.

3.0 ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS

VSS=0V;Ta=25°C
Item Symbol NTN NTN-H Unit
Min. Max. Min. Max.
Logic supply voltage VDD-VSS 0 7 0 7 V
LC driver supply voltage VDD-VEE 0 24 0 24 V
Operating temperature TOP 0 +50 -20 +70 (Note 3) °C
Storage temperature (Note 1) TST -20 +70 -30 +80
Humidity: Operating (@40°C) - - 85% - 85% RH (Note 2)
Non-operating (@40°C) - - 95% - 95% RH (Note 2)
Notes: 1: Tested to 100 hrs.
2: Refers to non-condensing conditions.
3. With backlight off.

4.0 ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

VDD=5±0.25V;Ta=25°C
Item Symbol Test Condition Min. Typ. Max. Unit
Input “High” voltage VIH - 0.8 - VDD V
Input “Low” voltage VIL - VSS - 0.2VDD V
Output “High” voltage VOH IOH=0.205mA 2.2 - - V
Output “Low” voltage VOL IOL=1.2mA - - 0.8 V
Power supply current IEE VEE=-18V - 6 - mA
Power supply current IDD VDD=5.0V - 10 - mA

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 5.0 RECOMMENDED LC DRIVE VOLTAGE (VDD-VO)
VDD=5.0±0.25V
Temperature NTN NTN-H
Ta= -20°C - 23.6
Ta= 0°C 21.1 21.1
Ta= 25°C 19.4 19.4
Ta= 50°C 17.3 17.3
Ta=70°C - 15.8

6.0 BACKLIGHT SPECIFICATIONS:

Ta=20°C,60%RH,Darkroom.
Item Symbol Typ. Max. Unit
LED input voltage VLED 5 6 V
LED input current ILED 480 550 mA
Built-in current limit resistor R1 - - Ohms, W
Recommended external current limit R2 1.6 Ohm, 1W - Ohms, W
resistor
Number of LED nodes N 48 - -

7.0 POWER SUPPLY

NTN, NTN-H NTN, NTN-H with on-board
negative voltage generator

V DD V DD
+5V

VO VR VO VR
L L
C C +5V
D -20V D
V EE V EE

V SS V SS

V R = 10K - 20K ohm

NTN, NTN-H with temperature NTN, NTN-H with on-board negative

compensation voltage generator and
temperature compensation

V DD V DD
+5V

L L
C C +5V
D -20V D
V EE

V SS V SS

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8.0 INTERFACE DESCRIPTION

Pin No. Symbol I/O Function

1 VSS - Ground (0V)
2 VDD - Logic Supply Voltage (+5V)
3 VO - LC drive voltage for contrast adjustment
4 C/D I WR=“L”...C/D=“H” : Command write C/D=“L”: Data write
RD=“L”...C/D=“H” : Status read C/D=“L”: Data read
5 RD I Data read Active Low
6 WR I Data write Active Low
7 DB0 I/O Bi-directional data bus line 0
8 DB1 I/O Bi-directional data bus line 1
9 DB2 I/O Bi-directional data bus line 2
10 DB3 I/O Bi-directional data bus line 3
11 DB4 I/O Bi-directional data bus line 4
12 DB5 I/O Bi-directional data bus line 5
13 DB6 I/O Bi-directional data bus line 6
14 DB7 I/O Bi-directional data bus line 7
15 CE I Chip enable Active Low
16 RESET I Chip reset Active Low
17 VEE I(O) Negative voltage input for LC drive (Negative voltage output for
models with on-board negative voltage generator)
18 MD2 I Mode Selection (see below)
19 FS1 I Terminals for selection of font size
20 HALT - Halt Function (H= Normal, L = Stop oscillation)
BL1 VLED+ - Anode (+): LED backlight input voltage
BL2 VLED- - Cathode (-): LED backlgith input voltage

8.2 Font Selection

Font Selection MD2 FS1
6X8 L H
8X8 H L

9.0 BLOCK DIAGRAM:

5 3 80
RESET COM
CE T
WR 6
2 48 LCD PANEL
9 COM
RD 6
C/D 3
MD2 C 13
FS1 8K 80 80 80
8 RAM
DB0~DB7 8 COL COL COL
VO
V DD 4 4 4 4
V EE DRIVE VOLTAGE TO
CIRCUIT LSI
V SS

BL1
BACKLIGHT
BL2

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10.0 TIMING CHARACTERISTICS

Item Symbol Min. Typ. Max. Unit

C/D Set up time tCDS 100 - - nS
C/D Hold time tCDH 10 - - nS
CE, RD, WR pulse width tCE, tRD, tWR 80 - - nS
Data set up time tDS 80 - - nS
Data hold time tDH 40 - - nS
Access time tACC - - 150 nS
Output hold time tOH 10 - 50 nS

11.0 VOLTAGE SEQUENCING

To prevent applying a DC voltage to the LC panel and inducing an electro-chemical effect, please
observe the following power supply ON/OFF sequence to prevent DC driving of LC panel or latching-up
of CMOS LSI circuits:

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12.0 OPTICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Item Symbol Test Condition Min. Typ. Max. Unit

Contrast ratio K Ø=20° θ=0° 4 - - -
Viewing angle Ø2-Ø1 θ=0° K>1.4 40 - - Deg.
θ Ø=20° K=1.4 ±30 - - Deg.
Response time Rise tr Ø=20° θ=0° - 150 250 mS
Fall tf Ø=20° θ=0° - 150 250 mS

DEFINITION OF CONTRAST RATIO (K) CONTRAST VERSUS VIEWING ANGLE

Brightness of non-selected dots NTN, NTN-H: Ø1 < 0° < Ø2

K = Contrast ratio
Brightness of selected dots TN, TN-H: Ø1 < 20° < Ø2
Brightness

Selected dot
B2 1.4
Non-selected
dot
B1

Driving voltage Ø1 Ø2
Viewing angle

DEFINITION OF ANGLES Ø AND θ DEFINITION OF OPTICAL RESPONSE

Ø2
Ø1
Y

Non-selected Selected Non-selected

X X'
Brightness
100%

10%
90%

θ
Y'
tr tf

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13.0 MODULE DIMENSIONS

87.0±0.5
79.7±0.3
2.35±0.3
Max. 5.6
6.0±0.2 75.0±0.2
6.25±0.3 62.5±0.3
56.28
1.6±0.2
2-Ø1.0 Hole
2-R1.25

30.42
BL2
67.0±0.2
71.0±0.5

58.5±0.3
43.5±0.3
38.36
10.16

128 x 64 DOTS
BL1

2 20
1 19

2-Ø2.5 HOLE
28.42±0.2
4.25±0.3
11.75±0.3

7.6
3.0±0.2

2.54
2.5

1.5
15.4 Max. 10.0
20-Ø1.0 HOLE
2.54pX9=22.86

0.04

0.4
0.04
0.56

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14.0 PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION FOR AVAILABLE OPTIONS

LM4228 64G128

POLARIZER TYPE
B = Transflective: light background with LED backlight
E = Transmissive: dark background with LED backlight

BACKLIGHT COLOR
G - Yellow-Green (Standard)

FLUID TYPE AND POWER SUPPLY

D = NTN with +5VDC and external negative voltage operation
S = NTN with +5VDC operation (on-board negative voltage generation)
H = NTN-H with +5VDC and external negative voltage operation
W = NTN-H with +5VDC operation (on-board negative voltage generation)

FLUID TYPE AND TEMPERATURE COMPENSATION CIRCUIT

N = NTN, NTN-H

COLOR FOR NTN FLUID

B = Blue background (available for E polarizer type only)
G = Gray background (available for B polarizers types only)
Y = Yellow background (available for B polarizers types only)

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