The Kpad is a low cost user interface ideal for simple operator display applications.
Measuring 5.2 x 2.5″, the Kpad supports a 16×2 line character-type LCD, 16 keys, and a blue plastic overlay. User definable 8×2 key layout paper can be customized and inserted underneath the blue plastic overlay. Software sample programs are available demonstrating how the unit is programmed in C/C++.
The Kpad is available in two variants, making it available to a wider array of TERN controllers. The Kpad-IO version is driven by 15 programmable TTL I/O pins (and also + 5V and GND signals).
This makes it compatible with essentially any TERN controller with simple wiring between the unit and the controller.
The Kpad-Bus version makes any custom wiring unnecessary. For TERN controllers with an accessible 20×2 J1 header (check with us if you’re not sure), the Kpad-Bus can be connected directly via the attached socket.
A simple flat-ribbon cable can also be used to connect the unit. Smaller boards like the A-Core can even be directly soldered onto the back of the Kpad-Bus.
- Measures 5.2×2.5 inches
- 16×2 line character-type LCD
- 8×2 keys
- Blue plastic overlay
- User-definable key layout paper.
- Easy bus-interface integrates with most TERN controllers.
Similar expansion boards: MiniDrive
Supported controllers: i386-Engine/IE-P, A-Engine/AE-P, R-Engine, FlashCore-B, A-Engine86/AE86-P, V25-Engine-LM, A104, Birdbox-A, I-Drive, 586-Engine, TD86, 586-Engine/IE-P
Kpad-IO: CALL
- Includes 16×2 LCD
- 8×2 keys
- Interfaces requires wiring to 15 TTL I/O lines (6 if just using LCD, 10 if just using keypad) 5V and GND.
Kpad-Bus: CALL
- Includes 16×2 LCD
- 8×2 keys
- 20×2 J1 socket. Connects directly to host TERN controllers with compatible 20×2 J1 bus headers.
