SIM-board USB Output Module
available in a range of configurations (see below) to allow up to 128 multiplexed outputs (typically LEDs), or 16 7-segment display digits, or 32 direct drive outputs to be connected
a wide range of output devices is catered for by allowing the nodes to be driven by a voltage source that you plug into the board in the range of 5V to 30V DC
comes with a pack of 16 resistors (220 ohm) suitable for driving 128
LEDs or 16 7-segment displays directly from this module, to get you going quickly. This assumes you use typical 5V
LEDs/segments and drive them using a 9V to 12V DC power supply and fitting the resistors supplied to the appropriate supplementary pins as detailed in our
Support documents. Or you can use your own resistors if required
our top-of-the-range module allows you to drive up to 32 nodes directly (non-multiplexed) to control relays and other high power devices
each node of the (up to) 128 nodes, and each digit of the (up to) 16 digits available is individually dimmable from 0% to 100% by using the software brightness controls in the SIM-board Universal Controller software application. This makes even the finest level of detail available to you, including the variable-brightness annunciators of the B737 overhead, and the variable brightness backlighting of your panels
the modules can be dynamically selected to drive common-anode (default) or
common-cathode devices. Refer to the
Support documents for further information on this
Connecting your hardware...
Connection of your hardware items to the module nodes is performed by attaching crimped wires to the terminal pins, as shown in our
Support documents and in the interactive connection help in the
SIM-board Universal Controller software.
Connecting your modules...
Use a standard USB cable to connect this module to either your
SIM-board Master Module (if this module is to be your first function module in your chain) or to another function module already in your chain. Do NOT connect this module directly to your PC. Refer to the
Support documents for examples of how to make your
SIM-board chain. You will need as many USB cables as you have
SIM-board modules.
The module is supplied without connecting USB cable and without crimp connection hardware. Both are available for purchase separately on our shopping system. 16 x 220-ohm resistors, 2 x 8-way ribbon cable connectors (for use with the resistor connections) and 35 spare jumpers are also provided.
Upgrade your module at a later date if you wish...
This module is available in a range of configurations, selectable below. All modules, except for the MAXI module, can be firmware upgraded by the user in the future, if desired, to support any number of switches, encoders and potentiometers as provided by any other Input Modules in the range. This upgrade requires payment of a fee, details of which are available on our shopping system as a separate item.
About our Top-Of-The-Range Module...
The
SIM-board USB MAXI Output Module is our top-of-the-range output module, allowing you maximum flexibility when deciding how many nodes you need for a certain area of your simulator. Using the
SIM-board Universal Controller software application, you can dynamically choose
ONE of the following configurations for this MAXI module at any time:
- 128 multiplexed outputs
- 16 digits
- 32 direct drive outputs
All other modules listed below have the functionality as described, and is fixed unless you choose to upgrade the module at a later date.
Don't forget!
You must have a SIM-board Master Module in your chain before you can use any function module like this one. If you haven't got one, get one here.
If you need USB cables or crimp hardware, be sure to add these to your basket as well - choose the appropriate product from the menu on the left.
Please Note
All SIM-board modules are currently NOT compatible with Windows Vista operating system. You should use these modules only on a Windows XP (recommended) or Windows 2000 system.
