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2.2 TFT Display Module For Arduino

SKU: HMJ102 Category: Displays
KSH 1,000.00
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Product Description

2.2 Inch TFT LCD Display Module for Arduino

SPI Color Screen with 176x220 Resolution for Microcontroller Projects

The 2.2-inch TFT display module is a colorful, SPI interface screen that brings vibrant visuals to Arduino and other microcontroller projects. It allows you to display graphics, text, and images, making it ideal for user interfaces, data dashboards, and simple animations.

Colorful Visual Output - Supports 65K colors for rich graphics and icons.
SPI Communication - Uses the SPI bus, requiring only a few I/O pins.
The most common variant uses the ILI9225 driver and has a resolution of 176x220 pixels [citation:1][citation:9].
A similar-looking module with 240x320 pixels uses the ILI9341 driver [citation:2][citation:12]. Check your driver IC before setting up.
For the ILI9225 version, install the TFT22ILI9225 library via the Arduino Library Manager [citation:1][citation:12].

Technical Specifications (for ILI9225 Variant)

ParameterValue
:-:-
Driver ChipILI9225 [citation:1][citation:9]
Resolution176 x 220 pixels [citation:1][citation:9]
InterfaceSPI (4-wire) [citation:1][citation:9]
Voltage3.3V or 5V (check your model) [citation:1][citation:9]
Pin Count8 or more pins for the basic display [citation:1][citation:9]

Note: Some modules also include a microSD card slot or resistive touchscreen, requiring additional connections [citation:8][citation:11].

Key Features

+SPI Interface - Connects using fewer I/O pins compared to parallel displays.

+Crisp Graphics - Displays text, custom characters, bitmaps, and shapes.

+Backlight Control - The LED pin can be connected to 3.3V/5V or a PWM pin for brightness adjustment [citation:1].

+Comprehensive Library Support - Easily create complex interfaces with a variety of examples [citation:7].

= Applications =

  1. Arduino and ESP32-based GUI and menu systems.
  2. Visual data display for IoT and sensor readings.
  3. Mini game and interactive project screens.
  4. DIY wearables and portable device displays.
One of the most common color screen options for makers.
A straightforward upgrade from monochrome character LCDs.

√ Compatible with Arduino UNO, Mega, ESP8266, and ESP32.

√ Large library base with extensive documentation and examples.

√ Works with both 3.3V and 5V logic systems, depending on the module.

Troubleshooting

No display or blank screen:

  • Adjust the contrast (if any) or verify the initialization sequence.
  • Check that the library is compatible with your specific driver IC (e.g., ILI9225 vs ILI9341) [citation:2].
  • Ensure all SPI wiring (SCK, MOSI, CS, DC, RST) is correct [citation:1].
  • Check that the power supply can provide enough current for the display, especially if the backlight is on.

Garbled or incorrect colors:

  • The display may be initializing with the wrong color mode or orientation. Try different settings in the begin() function.
  • Verify that the setOrientation() or similar function is called correctly [citation:1].