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Wiring

The DIN, CS, and CLK pins can be connected to any digital or analog input pin on the board.

Schematic for wiring up to eight MAX7219 display modules in series.

Warning

MAX7219 modules are sensitive to poor electrical connections and low voltage.

Always use high-quality cables and an external +5V power source when connecting these modules to a board. When chaining multiple MAX7219 modules do not daisy-chain the +5V power.

Important

The DIN, CS, and CLK signals must be +5V. If connected to a Raspberry Pi Pico 1 board, make sure to use a level shifter.