Reset Function
Initialization by Internal Reset Circuit
The LCD unit has an internal reset circuit for
implementing an automatic reset operation at
power-on. During the initalization operation, the
busy flag is set. The busy state lasts for 10 msec
after V
DD
reaches 4.5 V. The following instructions
are executed in initializing the LCD unit.
1. Clear Display
2. Function Set
DL = 1 . . . . 8-bit data length for interface
N = 0 . . . . Single-line display
F = 0 . . . . 5
×
7 dot-matrix character font
3. Display ON/OFF Control
D = 0 . . . .Display OFF
C = 0 . . . .Cursor OFF
B = 0 . . . .Blink function OFF
4. Entry Mode Set
I/D = 1 . . . .Increment Mode
S = 0 . . . .Display shift OFF
CAUTION
If the power conditions stated in Table 11, "Power condi-
tions applicable when internal reset circuit is used," are
not satisfied, then internal reset circuit will not operate
properly and the LCD unit will not be initalized. In this
case, the initialization procedure must be executed by the
external microprocessor.
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