Connecting more than 4 Thermal Sensors

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djbert
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Connecting more than 4 Thermal Sensors

Post by djbert »

hi,
can somebody tell me how i can connect more than 4 thermal sensors to my MX212 display?
I suppose i use +5V and ground, but what about the data-pin? :eyebrow:

grtzz..

djbert (from belgium :wink: )
Paradigm
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Post by Paradigm »

Just split the data pin in a Y connector just like you split the +5 and GND. We've only tested the MX2 with 4 probes with 1m (3ft) cables. Disclaimer: We have heard of people using more/longer cables but we haven't tested it. It should work, but we can't provide any gaurantee that it will work.
James McTavish, P.Eng
Director of Engineering
Matrix Orbital
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