Thought I would create a new thread with some of the useful stuff I have found. Might save some people time if they are thinking of making a project.
Software:
LCD4Linux (http://ssl.bulix.org/projects/lcd4linux/) (Linux display software)
LCDProc (http://lcdproc.org/) (Linux display software.. Client / Server more difficult to setup than LCD4Linux)
LCDSmartie (http://lcdsmartie.sourceforge.net/) (Windows display software with lots of features)
Guides / Info
DIY FAQ Links (http://www.atomicmpc.com.au/forums.asp?s=2&c=18&t=1981&m=23840)
Wiring Guide (http://www.overclockers.com.au/techstuff/a_diy_lcd/)
Manuals
FUTABA 2 ROW / 24 CHAR VFD Display! (http://www.futaba.com/products/display_modules/module_products/pdfs/Char_31.pdf)
If you are going to use a ColdHeat on an LCD project I suggest getting the conical shaped tip.. The stander tip just does not make good contact with the small wires and contact points.. Also the large standard tip also has a higher risk of shorting contact points and destroying the board. FYI the coldheat tip really doesn't do the heating, it works by passing a high current through the conductive item in between the contacts.
Canadian Tire seems to be the only place in town that stocks the alternate tips, they come in a 3 pack for $30.
I should come over and get some action shotz with my new camera!
Quote from: Mr. Analog on September 20, 2006, 11:49:46 PM
I should come over and get some action shotz with my new camera!
Ya I am sure they would be better than these I took with my phone.. I finaly got the second one wired up.. Getting the smaller tip REALLY REALLY helped.
And yes, that is my server in the second image sitting at 100% CPU and out of RAM.