Matrix Orbital GLK12232-25-SM - Manual (Page 9)

• Extended temperature available for extreme environments of -20C to 70C
• Extended voltage and efficient power supply available
• Support for up to a twenty five key matrix style keypad
1.4 Connecting to a PC
The GLK12232-25-SM connects seamlessly to a PC and it is an excellent means of testing the function-
ality and uploading new fonts and bitmaps. You will require a Communication and 5V Power Cable such as
the one shown in Figure 7.
In order to connect your display to a personal computer follow these easy instructions:
1. Plug the DB9 end of the Communication and 5V Power cable cable into the com port you wish to use.
2. Connect the power connector end of the Communication and 5V Power cable into the PC power supply
(you will have to open your computer case if you do not have a separate power supply).
3. Connect the power and data connector of the Communication and 5V Power cable into the back of the
display, see Section 2.1 for details.
1.5 Installing the Software
1.5.1 MOGD#
MOGD# is the latest updated version of MOGD and can be used to manage font and graphics downloads
as well as exercise all of the features of our graphical displays. MOGD# provides a new user friendly
interface as well as many feature enhancements.
To install MOGD# from the Matrix Orbital website, follow the following steps:
1. Go to the website location: http://www.matrixorbital.ca/software/software_graphic/MOGDsharp/
2. Click on “Download Here”
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