> I was lloking to buy a keypad but found that they are pretty
> expensive, not less than 30-40$ and up ... So I was wondering,
> did any of you tried to make your own ? I know you only need 16
> switch N.O. and hook then like the matrix in the keypad, but I
> was wondering if you guys had some ideas on how to make it look good ?

     I agree, keypads new are stupidly expensive, but on the surplus market
they are dirt cheap. Try one of the surplus stores in your area or if you
want an online source try http://www.bgmicro.com, I ordered a couple LCD
character modules from them and was very impressed by their service (since
I'm not in the US but in Canada). TTYL

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