Pimoroni Display-O-Tron 3000
The Pimoroni Display-O-Tron 3000 is a super-slim (7mm) LCD add-on for Raspberry Pi, featuring a 3-line, 16-character display with a custom RGB backlight powered by three LEDs and a diffuser. It connects directly to the Pi's GPIO header and communicates via I2C and SPI.
With a built-in 4-direction joystick with push button and a 9-segment LED bar graph, the Display-O-Tron 3000 provides everything you need for interactive menus, status displays, and visual indicators — all in a compact, stylish package.
Key Features
- 3×16 Character LCD – Three-line display with custom RGB backlight and diffuser
- Ultra-Slim Design – Just 7mm thick for a low-profile fit on your Pi
- 4-Direction Joystick – Navigate menus and interfaces with a pressable centre button
- 9-Segment LED Bar Graph – Perfect for CPU meters, volume indicators, and progress bars
- I2C and SPI Communication – Uses both protocols for display and LED control
- Python Library Included – Full Dot3k Python module with menu framework for rapid development
Compatibility
- Raspberry Pi Model A, A+
- Raspberry Pi Model B, B+
- Raspberry Pi 2, 3, and later models with 40-pin GPIO header
Ideal For
- System status monitors and dashboards
- Media player controllers with volume and track display
- IoT projects requiring a compact user interface
- Interactive menu systems for headless Pi setups
Package Contents
- 1× Pimoroni Display-O-Tron 3000
Resources
The Pimoroni Display-O-Tron 3000 appears in the following collections:
SKU AF-2287
by Adafruit
