LED Matrix Kit

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Introduction

This product is a serially driven 8x8 LED Matrix kit powered by MAX7219.

It only needs three data lines and two power lines.

The 8x8 LED Matrix is easy to use and compatible with Arduino, and its LED brightness adjustment can be implemented in software.

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This product comes in the form of a kit. It includes the following components:

  • MAX7219
  • Electrolytic cpaacitor:10uF/25V
  • Resistor:10K
  • Capacitance:0.1uF
  • Headers and receptacles.

After assembling, it will look as:

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Specification of LED Matrix

  • Operating Voltage: DC 4.7V – 5.3V
Typical Voltage: 5V
  • Operating Current: 320mA
Max Operating Current: 2A
  • Operating Temperature: 0 ℃ – 50 ℃
Typical Temperature: 25 ℃

DIMENSIONS

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Assembly Instruction

Step 1

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  • Install resistor R1.

Step 2

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  • Install capacitor C1.

Step 3

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  • Install capacitor C2.

Step 4

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  • Install header J2.

Step 5

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  • Install header J1.

Step 6

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  • Install LED matrix receptacle.

Step 7

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  • Install LED MAX7219 receptacle.

Step 8

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  • Lay down C2, and install the MAX7219 and LED matrix to their receptacles.

Finally, we get the finished LED matrix module:

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Usege

Hardware Preparation (Use Arduino as microcontroller)

  • LED matrix module

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  • Arduino

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  • USB Cable

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  • Jumper Wires

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  • Power supply 5V/2A.

Connection Wires

The schematics of the LED matrix is attached below.

Please follow the following instructions to connect hardwares.

  1. The 8x8 LED Matrix must be common-grounded with the Arduino module;
  2. Connect Arduino pin 8 to DIN on the LED Matrix;
  3. Connect Arduino pin 9 to CS on the LED Matrix;
  4. Connect Arduino pin 10 to CLK on the LED Matrix;
  5. Use independent power supply for the 8x8 LED Matrix Shield, and the supply voltage is 5V/2A.

Schmatic.jpg Schematics of the 8x8 LED Matrix