Hey Guys,
I have a Basic and Gray Core and also have Commu modules with CAN and RS485. What is the easiest way to get RS232 into the units? Should I try an RS232 to RS485 converter, or should I go with another solution? I see that there might be issues with the RS485 implementation in the commu module?

In any case, trying to get RS232 serial data in to the Core to display it.

If someone could point me in the right direction I would be grateful.

Cheers!
John

Thanks for the info. Solves the issue. So looking at the schematic I would connect to pin 28 for 5V and pin 1,3 or 5 for GND.

Cheers.

Hi Guys,
I would like to panel mount a couple of the M5Stacks in an instrument cluster. I am trying to figure out how to power these on and off when I don't have access to the power button when it is behind the panel. I can run a usb cable to small UPS back-up battery (actually for a raspberry pi) and this feeds power to the M5Stacks. As soon as I turn on the UPS power switch, all is good that the M5's power on, but I have no way to turn them off. Is there a way to mount an external switch on the panel that will turn the M5's on and off without hacking into the mounted push-buttons?

Also, just to add more info, the current buttons are used like this: The middle button selects the different sensor readings from the engine and the left and right buttons are used to change the brightness of the screen.

Cheers
John

Hi Guys,

The form factor is great for instrumentation, but 400 nits will be a bit dim in sunlight for use on a vehicle. Any thought to swapping out the LCD for an 800+ nit version? I realise that it would be more expensive, but the market is there. IM me if you need to discuss. I have a specific project in mind.

John