In SX Microcontrollers, SX/B Compiler and SX-Key Tool, roycarlson wrote:

The two attachments are the on documentation that came with the kit.  I have not had any success in getting the seller to provide any details on on to program the board -- my fault since I didn't ask before buying.  The parts were purchased to build the board with the exception of the two surface mount chips which were soldered to the board.
 

I have seen several posting on the Parralax forums using basic software and tables to build the characters and then using look up tables and loop tables to move the characters across the display.

 

I dropped the project last year when I tried to get some help via the PIC Basic or MicroChip forums as everyone were insulted that I did not take the time to learn "C" and focus on first lighting LEDs before moving to the matrix.  I told them I had worked through several of the Basic Stamps in Class books and was trying to learn either the SX or PIC as an alternative to the more expensive basic stamps.  Once I mentioned that, I never received any more replies.

 

I do not have a schematic other than the pictures of the board.  If someone was interested and willing to play around with the board, I could Priority mail it to you.

 

My thoughts were to create something like the SX Medal that came with my SX Development Kit so that I can potentially use the message display as part of a Christmas display or on my train layout.  I am new to electronics, have programmed in the past (1980s) and have a passion for learning.  I work in the investment world as a financial planner so this is not my work, it is for my fun and to create things.

 

I have thought about taking an online course or going back to a trade school for electonics but my time is limited, I am 54 and work all the time.

 

Your help and ideas are very much appreciated.

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