LCD0821-VPT Matrix Orbital, LCD0821-VPT Datasheet - Page 8

• Manufacturer Part Number: LCD0821-VPT
• Description: LCD ALPHA/NUM DISPL 8X2 Y/G BK
• Manufacturer: Matrix Orbital
• Series: LCD0821r

Specifications of LCD0821-VPT

• Display Type: TN - Twisted Nematic
• Display Mode: Reflective
• Number Of Digits/alpha: 16
• Outline L X W X H: 58.00mm x 32.00mm x 25.00mm
• Viewing Area: 38.00mm L x 16.00mm W
• Backlight: LED - Yellow/Green
• Display Format: 8 x 2
• Character Size: 5.56mm H x 2.96mm W
• Character Format: *
• Voltage - Supply: 12V
• Dot Size: 0.06mm W x 0.17mm H
• Interface: I²C, RS232, TTL
• Lead Free Status / RoHS Status: Lead free / RoHS Compliant
• Operating Temperature: -
• Other names: LCD082-VPT; LCD082-VPT

1.4 Connecting to a PC
connect your display to a PC, you will require a standard RS-232 9-pin serial cable such as the one pictured
in
page 2
Matrix Orbital
figure 6 on the previous page
1. Plug the serial cable into the com port you wish to use.
2. Connect the modified 5V power adapter to a power lead from your PC power supply (you will have to
3. Connect the serial cable to the DB-9 connector on the back of the display.
4. Connect the 5V power adapter to the 4-pin connector on the back of the display.
The LCD0821 connects seamlessly to a PC and it is an excellent means of testing the functionality. To
In order to connect your display to a personal computer follow these easy instructions:
.
open your computer case).
WARNING DO NOT use the standard floppy drive power connector,
as this will not provide you with the correct voltage and will damage the
display module.
, as well as a modified 5V power adapter such as the one pictured in
Figure 8: PC vs Matrix Orbital Display Module Wiring
LCD0821
figure 3 on
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