I've just got a couple of 20x4 LCDs from Crystalfontz.
Nice toys, superb suppliers. One of them (serial interface) is already in my computer showing system info (temps, internet data, fan speeds etc.). The second (parallel interface) is destined for the MP3 Jukebox I've cobbled together from an old P100.

Full details on both the LCDs and the jukebox when I get a chance, in the meantime here's a few pics of the serial LCD in action.

I've had a few requests to make the interfaces for people. As much as I'd like to, I simply don't have the time. On top of this, whilst I am quite happy hacking together stuff for myself and providing advice to people, being paid to make stuff for people that must work perfectly and continue to work is another matter. Sorry.

In his site, however, Steve Prentice does say that if he has enough interest that he will consider making and selling the interfaces, so contact him if you are interested. Steve is the guy with the expertise, I am just a bodger :)

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