0.96 Inch 6Pin 12864 SPI Blue OLED Display Module For Arduino

The 0.96-inch blue OLED display module is a versatile display solution that supports interfacing with any microcontroller using SPI/IIC protocols. With a resolution of 128×64, it delivers clear and detailed visuals. The package includes the display board, the OLED display unit itself, and a 6-pin male header already soldered to the board for convenient connectivity.

OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) technology is a self-emitting display technology that utilizes a thin, multi-layered organic film positioned between an anode and cathode. Unlike LCD technology, OLED displays do not require a backlight, resulting in improved energy efficiency and thinner displays. OLED technology holds immense potential for various display applications and is considered the leading technology for the next generation of flat-panel displays.

The fundamental structure of OLEDs comprises organic materials positioned between the cathode and anode, with the anode typically composed of electrically conductive transparent Indium Tin Oxide (ITO). These organic materials form a multi-layered thin film, including the Hole Transporting Layer (HTL), Emission Layer (EML), and Electron Transporting Layer (ETL). When an appropriate electric voltage is applied, holes and electrons are injected into the EML from the anode and cathode, respectively. Within the EML, these holes and electrons combine to form excitons, triggering electro-luminescence and light emission.

The choice of materials for the transport and emission layers, as well as the selection of electrodes, are critical factors determining the performance and quality of OLED components. With its inherent advantages, OLED technology offers superior display quality, energy efficiency, and design flexibility, making it an ideal choice for a wide range of display applications.

Setting up SPI/I2C Connection with GMS096A OLED Module

Being a new entry to the market, only limited resources are available on this small piece of miracle (GMS096A). I2C/SPI configuration always demands helpful resources as in any case. For the SPI setup, the module comes in 4 wire SPI configuration by default and to make it work with the arduinos you can use these libraries from Adafruit.

For the I2C setup it demands a little bit of work on the module. Actually it was one of our customers who shared these simple configuration steps with us, start with resoldering the resistor from position R3 to R1 and then short the R8 resistor with some solder tin (0 Ohm resistor). The R6 and R7 pullup resistors are already soldered, nothing to do there. Once done, the module is ready for I2C communication! The CS Pin is not necessarily needed, so just connect it to GND. The DC Pin selects the address. For standard address wire it to GND. The RES-pin needs a low pulse at startup and high voltage during operation (as in SPI mode), a 100nF capacitor to GND and a 10k res to VCC would be ideal!

Features:

• OLED Driver IC: SSD1306
• Resolution: 128 x 64
• Visual Angle: >160°
• Input Voltage: 3.3V ~ 6V
• Compatible I/O Level: 3.3V, 5V
• Mini Size: 2.7 x 2.8cm
• Only Need 2 I/O Port to Control
• Pixel Color:
  • Yellow (128×16 pixels)
  • Blue (128×48 pixels)
• Full Compatible with Arduino
• Working temperature: -30°C ~ 70°C
• Module volume ( generous ): 27.0 x 27.0 x 4.1mm
• Factory configured for SPI protocol (can be easily changed to IIC)

Specification:

Package Include:-

1 X 0.96 Inch SPI BLUE OLED LCD Module 6pin (with GND VCC) Blue SSD1306 Chip