Re: [lcd4linux] Where do i add lcdserializer support?

[Michael R. <re...@eu...>]

Hi Errol,

> I want to try and add support for the lcdserializer.
> 
> It is a normal HD44780 connected through a PIC to a serial port at 9600 baud. 
> 
> All data sent to the PIC is relayed to the LCD as data, except if preceded by 0xFE, in which case the following char is sent as a command.
> 
> Now, my question:
> 
> Should I add this as a new driver, or add another bus to the HD44780 driver?

I'd recommend using a new driver, at least as a starting point. The
HD44780 driver is already complicated enough... there are already some
drivers (usb2anything) that drive a HD44780 via USB.


bye, Michael

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