MIKROE-4169 Dot Matrix R Click Board, HCMS-3906 Alphanumeric Display Module, 5x7 Pixel LED Matrix

Technical description of the product (MIKROE-4169):

The Dot Matrix R Click board™ is a display device based on the HCMS-3906 four-digit dot matrix display module from Avago (Broadcom Inc). This module features four 5x7 dot matrices with closely spaced, bright red pixel elements, ensuring very clear character display. The bright red pixels provide readability in any condition. Each display directly interfaces with a microprocessor, eliminating the need for complex interface components. Its serial IC interface supports high character count displays with minimal data lines. The easy-to-read 5x7 pixel format accommodates upper case, lower case, Katakana, and custom user-defined characters. The bright red display matrix offers a wide viewing range, ideal for low-light environments.\n**Type:** LED Matrix\n**Applications:** Dot Matrix R Click enables rapid development of applications requiring character, number, or mixed display.\n**On-board modules:** Utilizes the HCMS-3906, a high-performance, user-friendly alphanumeric display from Broadcom Limited.\n**Key Features:** Easy-to-use four-digit 5x7 dot matrix display with dense, brightly lit pixel elements, direct microprocessor interface, serial input, and convenient brightness controls.\n**Interface:** GPIO, SPI\n**Compatibility:** mikroBUS™\n**Click board size:** M (42.9 x 25.4 mm)\n**Input Voltage:** 3.3V or 5V.