Matrix Orbital LK162-12 - Manual (Page 5)

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1 Introduction
Figure 1: LK162-12 Display Figure 2: VK162-12 Display
The LK162-12/VK162-12 is an intelligent alphanumeric liquid crystal display designed to decrease
development time by providing an instant solution to any project. In addition to the RS232, TTL and I2C
protocols available in the standard model, the USB communication model allow the LK162-12/VK162-12
to be connected to a wide variety of host controllers. Communication speeds of up to 115.2kbps for
serial protocols and 100kbps for I
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C ensure lightning fast display updates.
The simple command structure permits easy software control of many settings including backlight
brightness, screen contrast, and baud rate. On board memory provides up to forty custom characters
which can be saved within the unit and recalled for start screens, bar graphs or larger numbers.
User input on the LK162-12/VK162-12 is available through a three by four matrix style keypad, and
seven general purpose outputs provide simple switchable five volt sources. In addition, the option of a
Dallas One-Wire header provides a communication interface for up to thirty-two devices.
The versatile LK162-12/VK162-12, with all the features mentioned above, is available in a variety of
colour, voltage, and temperature options to suit almost any application.