The Waveshare 5-inch DSI touchscreen connects via ribbon cable, leaving HDMI free. Compact and cable-free for kiosks and control panels.
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DSI vs HDMI
DSI: flat cable, touch via DSI (no USB), HDMI stays free. HDMI: bulkier cable, touch needs separate USB.
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Specs
- 5-inch, 800×480, capacitive 5-point touch
- MIPI DSI (15-pin FPC cable)
- Adjustable backlight
Setup
Connect DSI ribbon cable, connect 5V/GND from GPIO. Plug and play on latest Pi OS.
Kiosk Mode
# In autostart:
@chromium-browser --kiosk https://your-dashboard
@unclutter -idle 0.5 -rootApplications
- POS terminal for small shops
- Meeting room availability display
- Home Assistant wall panel
- 3D printer OctoPrint interface
Frequently Asked Questions
Works with Pi 5?
Yes, check connector compatibility for Pi 5 DSI.
Rotate display?
display_lcd_rotate=2 for 180 degrees.
800×480 enough for desktop?
For kiosks yes. For general desktop, use 7-inch 1024×600.
Touch accuracy?
1-2mm, suitable for buttons and gestures.
Conclusion
The 5-inch DSI is the cleanest way to add a display to Pi kiosk projects.
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