PARALLEL ECONO-TERM REV G USER MANUAL            (C) MVS 2002




DESCRIPTION
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The MVS Econo-Term (ETRM1) is a 2 line alphanumeric LCD display with 18
tactile keys and LED.  The parallel interface works with a PC, Single Board
Computer, Single Chip Computer, or any other controller with TTL bits.  It
fits into the KPWRBOX2 plastic enclosure with batteries for handheld apps.

A simple cable and included software allow the ETRM to be plugged into a PC
for testing.  Operated in "4-bit" mode the LCD requires 6 TTL compatible
outputs.  4 additional input bits are used to scan the keypad (5 column
outputs with 4 row inputs).  10 bits total are needed to control both.




Connect power and plug into LPT1 of a PC (378h SPP).  Run LCDK18A.COM. 
Characters typed at the keypad appear on the LCD.  If necessary adjust
contrast for maximum clarity.  Source code examples show how to initialize
the display and scan keys in C, BASIC and Assembler.




PHYSICAL LAYOUT
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6.3"x1.5"x.5"

     ,----------------------------------------,
     |o  ,---------------,                   o|
     |   |  2 line LCD   |     up  1  2  3  *led
     |   '---------------'     dn  4  5  6    |
     |                     lft rt  7  8  9    |
     |   .................  f  ent *  0  #    |
     |o  1    JP1       24                   o|
     '----------------------------------------'




12. LIMITED WARRANTY 
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MVS repairs free of charge products suffering from manufacturing defects
for a period of 5 years.  This will be done only if it has been determined
by MVS that the product has not been misused (improper voltages, physical
alteration, etc.).  Otherwise a minimum service charge is required.  In
either case it is necessary to contact MVS with invoice handy for a
Returned Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number before shipping the unit.

MVS assumes no responsibility for damage or other loss resulting from use
of this product or modifications associated with it.  The design is
proprietary and protected under federal and international copyright laws. 
Manufacturing licenses are available from MVS in addition to significant
OEM discounts.  Contact the company for more information.