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User Guide
MAX7218 8x8 Dot Matrix Display Module
This is 8x8 (row by column 64x LED) dot matrix LED displays module based on MAX7219
IC. The displays are designed so that they can be mounted in a horizontal chain and can also
be expanded in a vertical plane allowing versatile displays panel to be built. A convenient 3-
wire serial interface connects to all common controller board like Arduino or Raspberry.
Individual dot may be addressed and updated without rewriting the entire display. This
module can be daisy chain to form a display panel for scrolling message board.
SKU:
DSP-1172
Brief Data:
Matrix Size: 8x8 ( 64-Dots)
Display Size: 1.3”.
Display Color: Red.
Interface: 3-Wires Serial Interface.
Daisy chain for multiple modules.
Operating voltage: 4.5 ~ 5V.
Module size: 5 x 3.2 x 1.5cm (L x W x H).
Mounting Hole: M3.
