Features

• IES RS485 Backer Board for Alphanumeric LCDs. The IES-ABB-RS485-01, from Intelligent Embedded Solutions (IES), is a RS485 backer board for alphanumeric LCDs. It simply joins on the back of the LCD module for a compact solution. This backer board enables the user to connect up to 32 alphanumeric LCDs to a single RS485 compatible bus. The IES-ABB-RS485-01 provides the user with complete addressable control of character placement, customisation and cursor movements, making application set up quick and easy. Featuring built-in supply regulation for the LCD and the backlight, the IES-ABB-RS485-01 offers a fully 'jumperless' setup of internal features over the serial link.This includes number of lines, backlight brightness (15 levels) and serial baud rate (9600 default). Alongside this, the IES-ABB-RS485-01 also has an industrial grade RS485 bus protection, switch configuration of load resistor and pull-up/down resistors. All of these features make the backer board ideal for applications with distributed visual feedback systems in hostile environments. Suitable applications include; Multi-Display HID applications Robotics Heavy industrial control and monitoring User feedback Serial terminal Door entry. Features of the IES-ABB-RS485-01 RS485 Backer Board: Compact module: 59 x 27 mm Up to 32 LCDs per bus RS485 serial transfer of characters to LCD Customisable backlight brightness, line count and serial baud rate Contrast control Low power operation Supports standard alphanumeric LCD displays