Product Details
The Mini Display HAT is a remarkable display accessory that offers a bright 18 - bit capable 320x240 pixel display. It features vibrant colors and excellent IPS viewing angles, connected via SPI. There are four tactile buttons for easy interaction with your Raspberry Pi and an RGB LED for notifications. It also comes with a QwST (Qwiic / STEMMA QT) connector and a Breakout Garden header, making it a breeze to connect different breakouts. This product works with any Raspberry Pi model having a 40 - pin header. It pairs especially well with the Raspberry Pi Zero, and we've included a pair of standoffs to create a sturdy unit. Slightly larger than a standard mini HAT or pHAT, it's about 5mm taller than a Pi Zero. You can turn your Raspberry Pi into an IoT control panel, a small photo frame, a digital art display, or a desktop display for online info. The 3:2 ratio screen is great for retro gaming. Key features include a 2.0” 320x240 pixel IPS LCD screen (about 220 PPI, 65K colors), four tactile buttons, an RGB LED, a Qw/ST connector, a Breakout Garden/I2C header, a pre - soldered socket header, full assembly, no soldering needed (if your Pi has header pins), and specific dimensions. It includes the Mini Display HAT and two 10mm standoffs. Raspberry Pi and accessories are sold separately. We've added support to our ST7789 Python library for easy writing and drawing, and fbcp - ili9341 can be a good option for custom retro consoles. You can connect breakouts using Qwiic or STEMMA QT connectors with provided cables, and there are ways to connect Breakout Garden breakouts without Qw/ST connectors.
Using the Mini Display HAT is straightforward. First, if you're using it with a Raspberry Pi Zero, attach the standoffs to create a stable unit. Connect the HAT to your Raspberry Pi with the pre - soldered socket header. For interacting with your Pi, use the four tactile buttons on the HAT. When using the RGB LED for notifications, you can set it up according to your needs with the provided software support. To connect breakouts, if they have a Qwiic or STEMMA QT connector, simply use the provided cables. For Breakout Garden breakouts without a Qw/ST connector, you can use adaptors or a Breakout Extender. When pressing the buttons, be careful not to press on the screen, especially near the ribbon cable. Also, note that due to its size, it may overhang adjacent slots on some expansion boards. In terms of maintenance, keep it in a clean and dry environment. There's no soldering required as long as your Pi has header pins attached, so you don't need to worry about soldering - related issues. If you want to add more standoffs, you can purchase them separately.
