waveshare 4.2inch e-Paper Module (B)

Waveshare 4.2-inch E-Ink Display Module (B) User Manual

Model: 4.2inch e-Paper Module (B)

1. Mahsulot tugadiview

The Waveshare 4.2-inch E-Ink Display Module (B) is a low-power, high-resolution display solution designed for various embedded applications. It features a 400x300 pixel resolution and supports a three-color display (red, black, and white). The module includes an embedded controller and communicates via an SPI interface, making it compatible with popular development boards such as Raspberry Pi, Arduino, and Nucleo.

Key characteristics of this E-Ink display include:

  • Ultra past quvvat sarfi: Power is primarily required only during display refresh cycles.
  • Keng viewkirish burchagi: Provides clear visibility from various perspectives.
  • Bistable display: Retains the displayed content indefinitely without continuous power supply, eliminating the need for a backlight.
  • Bort jildtage translator: Ensures compatibility with both 3.3V and 5V microcontrollers.
Waveshare 4.2-inch E-Ink Display Module showing '4.2inch e-Paper 400x300 Pixels Red, Black and white 2 gray scale'

Figure 1: The Waveshare 4.2-inch E-Ink Display Module (B) displaying its specifications and capabilities in red, black, and white.

2. Paket tarkibi

Quyida sanab o'tilgan barcha narsalar paketingizga kiritilganligini tekshiring:

  • 1x 4.2inch e-Paper Module (B)
  • 1x PH2.0 20cm 8Pin Cable
  • Development Resources (accessible via online Wiki)
Waveshare 4.2-inch E-Ink Display Module and an 8-pin PH2.0 cable

Figure 2: The 4.2-inch E-Ink Display Module (B) alongside the included 8-pin PH2.0 connection cable.

3. O'rnatish bo'yicha ko'rsatmalar

This section outlines the general steps for connecting and preparing your E-Ink display module. For detailed, platform-specific instructions and code examples, refer to the official Waveshare Wiki.

3.1 Uskuna ulanishi

  1. Pinlarni aniqlang: The module uses an SPI interface. Identify the corresponding SPI pins (MOSI, MISO, SCK, CS, DC, RST, BUSY) on your microcontroller (e.g., Raspberry Pi, Arduino).
  2. Quvvatni ulash: Connect the VCC pin of the E-Ink module to a 3.3V or 5V power supply on your microcontroller. Connect the GND pin to the ground. The onboard voltage translator ensures compatibility with both voltage darajalari.
  3. Connect SPI Interface: Use the provided PH2.0 8-pin cable to connect the E-Ink module to your microcontroller's SPI pins. Ensure correct pin mapping as per your microcontroller's documentation and the Waveshare Wiki.
Close-up of the 8-pin PH2.0 cable with colored wires

3-rasm: Yaqin planda view of the 8-pin PH2.0 cable, typically used for connecting the display module to a microcontroller.

3.2 Dasturiy ta'minotni sozlash

The Waveshare Wiki provides comprehensive development resources, including example code for Raspberry Pi, Jetson Nano, Arduino, and STM32. These examples demonstrate how to initialize the display and render content.

  • Download Libraries: Obtain the necessary E-Ink display libraries from the Waveshare Wiki.
  • Yuklash Examples: Load the provided example code onto your microcontroller.
  • Sozlash: Adjust the example code as needed for your specific application and pin configuration.

4. Operating the Display Module

Once connected and programmed, the E-Ink display operates by receiving data through the SPI interface to update its content. The display supports red, black, and white colors.

4.1 Display Refresh Cycle

E-Ink displays have a distinct refresh cycle. For the 4.2-inch module, a full refresh typically takes approximately 15 seconds. During this time, the display may flash or show intermediate patterns as the pigments are rearranged to form the new image. After the refresh, the image remains stable without consuming power.

4.2 Content Display

You can display various types of content, including text, graphics, and images. The provided software examples illustrate how to prepare and send image data to the display buffer for rendering.

Waveshare 4.2-inch E-Ink Display Module showing a sleeping panda illustration

Figure 4: The 4.2-inch E-Ink Display Module (B) displaying a graphic of a sleeping panda, demonstrating its image rendering capability.

5. Xizmat ko'rsatish

The E-Ink display module requires minimal maintenance due to its robust design and low power consumption characteristics.

  • Tozalash: Use a soft, dry, anti-static cloth to gently clean the display surface. Avoid using liquid cleaners or abrasive materials.
  • Atrof-muhit sharoitlari: Operate and store the module within its specified temperature and humidity ranges to ensure optimal performance and longevity. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight for prolonged periods, as this can affect the display's lifespan.
  • Jismoniy ishlov berish: Handle the module by its edges. Avoid applying pressure directly to the display area, as this can cause damage.
  • Quvvatni boshqarish: Since the display retains its image without power, you can disconnect power after a refresh if the content does not need to change, further conserving energy.

6. Muammolarni bartaraf qilish; nosozliklarni TUZATISH

If you encounter issues with your E-Ink display module, consider the following troubleshooting steps:

  • Displey/bo'sh ekran yo'q:
    • Verify all power and SPI connections are secure and correctly wired.
    • Ensure your microcontroller is powered on and the code is running.
    • Quvvat manbai hajmini tekshiringtage (3.3V or 5V) to the module.
  • Incorrect/Garbled Display:
    • Confirm that the SPI communication protocol and pin assignments in your code match your hardware connections.
    • Ensure the display resolution (400x300) is correctly configured in your software.
    • Check for any timing issues or incorrect data formatting in your display refresh routine.
  • Slow Refresh Rate:
    • The 15-second full refresh time is inherent to this E-Ink technology. This is normal operation.
  • Display Artifacts/Ghosting:
    • Ensure a full refresh cycle is completed when changing content significantly.
    • Some minor ghosting can occur with partial updates; a full refresh typically clears this.

For more advanced troubleshooting and specific error codes, consult the Waveshare Wiki or community forums.

7. Texnik shartlar

XususiyatSpetsifikatsiya
Operatsion jildtage3.3V ~ 5V
Interfeys3-simli SPI, 4-simli SPI
Kontur o'lchami103.0 mm × 78.5 mm
Displey hajmi84.8 mm × 63.6 mm
Nuqta balandligi0.212 × 0.212 mm
Rezolyutsiya400 × 300 piksel
Displey rangiQizil, qora, oq
Kulrang daraja2
Full Refresh TimeTaxminan 15 soniya
Refresh Power26.4mW (typical)
Kutish rejimida quvvat<0.017 mVt
Viewburchak>170°
Element og'irligi0.352 untsiya
Paket o'lchamlari4.25 x 4.21 x 1.3 dyuym
Technical drawing showing dimensions of the 4.2-inch E-Ink module in millimeters

Figure 5: Dimensional drawing of the 4.2-inch E-Ink Display Module (B), with measurements in millimeters.

8. Qo'llab-quvvatlash va manbalar

For the most up-to-date documentation, development resources, and community support, please visit the official Waveshare Wiki:

www.waveshare.com/wiki/4.2inch_e-Paper_Module_(B)

The Wiki includes:

  • Detailed hardware connection diagrams.
  • Example code for various microcontrollers (Raspberry Pi, Arduino, Jetson Nano, STM32).
  • Datasheets and technical information.
  • FAQs and troubleshooting guides.

9. Kafolat haqida ma'lumot

Specific warranty details for this product are not provided in the available information. Please refer to the Waveshare official website or contact their customer support for warranty terms and conditions.

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