On Paper: Understanding the Pins of the LCD (pinout) and Their Functions

Each of the pins on the LCD have their own functions. #1 pin: VSS - Ground #2 pin: VDD - 5v Supply #3 pin: V0 - contract Adjustment #4 pin: RS - Register Select Signal #5 pin: RW - Read/Write #6 pin: Enable #7, #8, #9, #10 pins: Low Data Lines #11, #12, #13, #14 pin: High Data Lines #15 pin: Anode or + LED backlight #16 pin: Cathode or - LED backlight