Getting Started with Raspberry Pi Touch Display 2 and Raspberry Pi 5

The Raspberry Pi Touch Display 2 is a fantastic way to add an interactive display to your Raspberry Pi projects. My video guide will walk you through the steps to connect a Raspberry Pi Touch Display 2 to a Raspberry Pi 5, ensuring a smooth setup process.

Required Components

• Raspberry Pi Touch Display 2
• Raspberry Pi 5
• 22-way to 15-way Flat Flexible Cable (FFC) (included)
• GPIO connector cable
• M2.5 screws (optional, for mounting)

Connecting the Touch Display 2 to Raspberry Pi 5

Step 1: Power Down Your Raspberry Pi

Before making any connections, disconnect your Raspberry Pi from power to prevent any electrical damage.

Step 2: Connect the FFC Cable to the Touch Display 2

Lift the retaining clips on both sides of the FFC connector on the Touch Display 2.

Insert the larger 15-way end of the 22-way to 15-way FFC into the Touch Display 2 connector, ensuring the metal contacts face upwards (away from the display).

While holding the cable firmly in place, simultaneously push both retaining clips down to secure the FFC.

Step 3: Connect the FFC Cable to the Raspberry Pi 5

Locate the DSI connector on the Raspberry Pi 5, marked as DISPLAY or DISP.

Lift the retaining clips on the DSI connector.

Insert the smaller 22-way end of the FFC into the DSI connector, ensuring the metal contacts face towards the Ethernet and USB-A ports.

While holding the FFC firmly, simultaneously push both retaining clips down to secure the cable.

Step 4: Connect the GPIO Power Cable

Plug the 4-pin GPIO connector into the J1 port on the Touch Display 2.

Connect the three-pin end of the GPIO connector cable to the Raspberry Pi 5:

• Red cable (5V power) to pin 2.
• Black cable (ground) to pin 6.
• If pin 6 isn?t available, use any open GND pin.
• If pin 2 isn?t available, use another 5V pin (e.g., pin 4).

Step 5: (Optional) Mount the Raspberry Pi 5

Align the four stand-offs of the Raspberry Pi 5 with the four mounting points surrounding the FFC connector and J1 port on the back of the Touch Display 2.

Insert the M2.5 screws into the stand-offs and tighten them securely, ensuring the FFC is not pinched.

Step 6: Power Up and Initialize

Reconnect your Raspberry Pi 5 to power. The Touch Display 2 may take up to one minute to initialize and begin displaying content.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you should now have a fully functional Raspberry Pi Touch Display 2 connected to your Raspberry Pi 5. Whether you're building a touchscreen interface for your projects or just want a compact display solution, this setup provides a robust and interactive experience.