DE2-115 Datasheet, PDF (19/116 Pages) Altera Corporation – The DE2-115 package contains all components needed to use the DE2-115 board in conjunction with a computer that runs the Microsoft Windows OS.

Choosing the LCD tab leads to the window in Figure 3-5. Text can be written to the LCD display
by typing it in the LCD box then pressing the Set button.
Figure 3-5 Controlling the LCD display
The ability to set arbitrary values into simple display devices is not needed in typical design
activities. However, it gives the user a simple mechanism for verifying that these devices are
functioning correctly in case a malfunction is suspected. Thus, it can be used for troubleshooting
purposes.
3.3 Switches and Push-buttons
Choosing the Switches tab leads to the window in Figure 3-6. The function is designed to monitor
the status of slide switches and push-buttons in real time and show the status in a graphical user
interface. It can be used to verify the functionality of the slide switches and push-buttons.
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