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K8101 ILLUSTRATED ASSEMBLY MANUAL H8101IP’1 ILLUSTRATED ASSEMBLY MANUAL H8101IP’1 USB MESSAGE BOARD Add another screen to your computer that shows the information you want! Even if your main screen is off.
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Add another screen to your computer that shows the information you want! Even if your main screen is off. Features • 4 downloadable example programs with source code supplied • Twitter Display: displays the incoming feeds • Mail Display: shows incoming mail subjects •...
Leds and how to use them Leds feature a specifi c voltage Never connect leds in parallel drop, depending on type and colour. Check the datasheet for exact voltage drop and rated current ! How to Calculate the series resistor: Example: operate a red led (1.7V) on a 9Vdc source.
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assembly 1. Assembly (Skipping this can lead to troubles ! ) hints Ok, so we have your attention. These hints will help you to make this project successful. Read them carefully. 1.1 Make sure you have the right tools: • A good quality soldering iron (25-40W) with a small tip. •...
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DO NOT BLINDLY FOLLOW THE ORDER OF THE COMPONENTS ONTO THE TAPE. ALWAYS CHECK THEIR VALUE ON THE PARTS LIST! - 6 -...
Construction Female header K8101T Topside ! SOLDERSIDE SOLDERSIDE Solder on backside ! Be careful when soldering the LCD connections. Overheating will damage the LCD screen. Overheating will damage the LCD screen. SK3 : 18p - 9 -...
Software installtion III. SOFTWARE INSTALLATION After assembly of the circuit, it is now time to install the software. For software, visit www.vellemanprojects.eu Step 1: Download the software on our website Step 2: open the fi le en select the software. Step 3: Select “next”...
Driver installation & programs IV. DRIVER INSTALLATION Connect the USB connector of the K8101 to your PC using an USB cable. With the fi rst connection, you should install the USB driver onto the PC fi rst. You can download the manual for installing the driver on our website or via the QR-code.
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