Genovation MiniTerm 908 12-Key Membrane 2-Line Display

The Genovation MiniTerm 908 is a fully programmable LCD mini-terminal. The Mini Data Terminal supports simple and complex re-programmable key macros and system configurations. Includes detachable USB cable for easy setup. DB9KIT is available separately for Serial connection and different applications. The 908 has multiple card/tag reader options for fast and easy data transactions. The LCD can also be used as a customer display (pole display).

Genovation’s MiniTerms are ideal whenever you need to add a user interface to a machine, device or process. The possibilities are endless — MiniTerms are right at home whether connected to PCs, printers, automation or industrial control PLC systems, cash registers or other POS terminals, electronic musical instruments, high-speed video cameras, security systems, CNC mill control and industrial pendants, access control systems and digital signage — just to name a few.

• Easy to set up and use
• Operates in standard terminal or line-edit (pin-pad) mode
• 12 keys: sealed membrane, 20 million operations
• x super-twist back-lit LCD (sealed)
• Two programmable LEDs
• Fully-programmable serial settings & key table
• Detachable USB Type A Male to USB Type B Male Cable (Included)
• Detachable Serial Cable and Power supply can be purchased separately as DB9KIT
• RS232C compliant (full-duplex), supports a wide variety of baud rates and word formats
• Selectable USB virtual serial and USB HID keyboard functionality
• Ethernet device server, Ethernet virtual COM port option
• Internal buzzer/alarm/audible key beeper
• “Flash” memory holds key data and settings
• Includes Genovation re-programming software “MacroMaster232” for easy customization & setup
• Will work with legacy COM port applications
• LCD Smartie (serial LCD) plug-in available
• Supports internal devices such as: Barcode scanner
• Automated LCD screen (Scripting mode)
• 1-year warranty

Environmental:
Operating Temperature  –  0 to 70 degrees C (32 to 158 degrees F)
Operating Humidity  –  0% to 98% non-condensing
FCC Rating  –  Class B Device

Weight: 1 lb
Single Keypad Ship Weight  –  1.0kg (2.0lbs)

Specifications:

Specifications
Mechanical Data:
Life Cycles	2 x 107
Key Type	Tactile sealed membrane (20,000,000+ operations)
Operating Force	0.686N (79gf)
Color	dark gray
Number of Keys	12
Electrical Data:
Power Supply	5v DC, 60ma (not including card reader or network option). 400mA adapter included for RS232, USB is bus powered.
Key Roll-Over	Selectable 1 or 2 key
Memory	FLASH+EEPROM non-volatile, >100 year retention
LCD Display:
Type	2×16 Super-Twist “STN”
Backlight	Yes (LED)
Light Emitting Diodes:
Quantity	2
Color(s)	1 Green, 1 Red – Both user programmable
Dimensions:
Length x Width x Height	18.41cm x 10.50cm x 4.28cm (7.25 x 4.125 x 1.68)
Environmental:
Operating Temperature	0 to 70 degrees C (32 to 158 degrees F)
Operating Humidity	0% to 98% non-condensing
FCC Rating	Class B Device
Weight:
Keypad (no options)	.26kg (.58lbs)
Single Keypad Ship Weight	– – –
Interface: RS232
Type	Serial RS232C compliant
Cable Length	Included 6ft (1.8m), detachable via RJ-45 connection Optional 25ft (7.6m) cable available
Connection	RJ-45 to DB-9 female
Data Rate	1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 31250 (MIDI), 38400, 57600 and 115200 baud, full duplex
Interface: USB
Type	USB 1.0, 1.1 & 2.0 compliant, bus powered
Cable Length	Included 6ft (1.8m), detachable via RJ-45 connection Optional 25ft (7.6m) cable available
Connection	RJ-45 to USB standard Type A
Data Rate	USB Full Speed
Interface: Ethernet
Type	10Base-T/100Base-TX (Auto-Sensing)
Cable Length	Not included
Connection	RJ-45
Protocols	TCP/IP, UDP/IP, ARP, ICMP, SNMP, TFTP, Telnet, DHCP, BOOTP, HTTP, and AutoIP
Internal Reader Options:
Barcode Card/Tag/Label Scanner	Front firing, visible red beam
RS232 Ext. Wedge Device	Rear panel RJ45 input jack allows external RS232 serial device wedging/pass-thru. 1200 to 115.2 k baud rate. Auto converts to host baud rate or USB.
Product Accessories:
RS-232 Serial Cable	USB Cable

Software Downloads

Driver / Software
File Type	OS Supported	File(s)	File Name
Software v9	Windows 2K/XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10 (March 2016)	Download Now	MiniTermProSetup_v9_setup.exe (6 MB)
Release Notes	n/a	Download Now	MiniTermPro.txt (4 KB)

User and Developer Resources
Manuals	File(s)	File Type
MiniTerm Quick Set-up Guide	Download Now	PDF File
MiniTerm User/Developer Manual (May 2011, 1MB)	Download Now	PDF File
MiniTerm HID Keyboard Setup Brief (Configuring MiniTerm as MiniTerm-K)	Download Now	PDF File
MacroMaster Advanced Mode Manual (Oct. 2009, 1MB)	Download Now	PDF File
MiniTerm Low-Level USB Application Note	Download Now	PDF File
MiniTerm Low-Level USB Application Note Files	Download Now	RAR Archive
Sharp ECR Application Note Using a MiniTerm with a Sharp Electronic Cash Register	Download Now	PDF File
Using the MiniTerm as a Serial LCD (including LCD Smartie)	Download Now	PDF File
Genovation LCD Smartie display plug-in	Download Now	ZIP Archive
Protect your software! Request a copy of our Genovation Keypad as Software Copy Protection white paper.	Request Now	PDF Request

Firmware Upgrades (for v5.10 and higher)
Description	Comment	File(s)	File Name
Firmware v5.60 (May 2011)	» Upgrade using RS232 cable! » See “Release Notes” above. » Use browser Save As…	Call!	MiniTerm_upg_v5_60.upg (59 KB)
Firmware v6.10 (Dec 2011)	» Upgrade using RS232 cable! » See “Release Notes” above. » Use browser Save As…	Call!	MiniTerm_upg_v6_10.upg (59 KB)
Instructions	Firmware upgrade instructions	Download Now	MiniTermFirmware Upgrade.pdf (138 KB)