Use of FTDI devices in life support and/or safety applications is entirely at the user’s risk, and the user agrees
to defend, indemnify and hold harmless FTDI from any and all damages, claims, suits or expense resulting
from such use.
VM800B Datasheet
Version 1.2
Document Reference No.: FT_000881 Clearance No.: FTDI# 348
FTDI Chip
VM800B Datasheet
Embedded Video Engine
Basic module
General Purpose Multi Media Controller
1 Introduction
The VM800B is a development module for
FTDI’s FT800, which is used to develop and
demonstrate the functionality of the FT800
Embedded Video Engine, EVE.
This module behaves as an SPI slave, and
requires a SPI Master for proper micro-
controller interfacing and system integration.
VM800B modules support 3 different LCD
panel size options and are designed for
industrial or commercial environments with
precision fitted bezels in either black (-BK)
or pearl (-PL).
VM800B35A-xx is the 3.5” LCD
VM800B43A-xx is the 4.3” LCD
VM800B50A-xx is the 5.0” LCD
1.1 Features
The VM800B utilises the FTDI FT800 Embedded Video
Engine, EVE. Graphic, audio and touch features of the
FT800 chip can be accessed with the VM800B. For a full
list of the FT800’s features please see the FT800
datasheet. The VM800B has the following features:
Ready to use LCD module.
Integrated with resistive touch screen LCD panel
On board LCD backlight LED Driver
On board audio power amplifier and micro speaker
Flexible power supply. Powering the VM800B using
either a 2.1mm power jack , SPI master connector or
via USB Micro-B port
5 V tolerant buffers when used with a 5V SPI Master
Precision fitted bezel in black(-BK) or pearl (-PL)
2
Copyright © 2014 Future Technology Devices International Limited
VM800B Datasheet
Version 1.2
Document Reference No.: FT_000881 Clearance No.: FTDI# 348
2 Ordering Information
Note that the kits below require a 5V/1A power supply. It is NOT provided in the development kit, but is offered as an
optional accessory with the following part types:
Part No.
Description
VM800B35A-BK
VM800B module, supports 3.3/5v MCU Adapter Board, 3.5 inch TFT LCD
display panel preinstalled, black bezel
VM800B43A-BK
VM800B module, supports 3.3/5v MCU Adapter Board, 4.3 inch TFT LCD
display panel preinstalled, black bezel
VM800B50A-BK
VM800B module, supports 3.3/5v MCU Adapter Board, 5.0 inch TFT LCD
display panel preinstalled, black bezel
VM800B35A-PL
VM800B module, supports 3.3/5v MCU Adapter Board, 3.5 inch TFT LCD
display panel preinstalled, pearl bezel
VM800B43A-PL
VM800B module, supports 3.3/5v MCU Adapter Board, 4.3 inch TFT LCD
display panel preinstalled, pearl bezel
VM800B50A-PL
VM800B module, supports 3.3/5v MCU Adapter Board, 5.0 inch TFT LCD
display panel preinstalled, pearl bezel
VA-PSU-UK1
Accessory - UK Model 5V/1A USB Power Supply (Mfr # JX-B0520C-1-B)
VA-PSU-US1
Accessory - US Model 5V/1A USB Power Supply (Mfr # JX-B0520B-1-B)
VA-PSU-EU1
Accessory - EU Model 5V/1A USB Power Supply (Mfr # JX-B0520A-1-B)
VA800A-SPI
Accessory - High Speed Micro USB to SPI adapter for BASIC boards based
on FT232H MPSSE design
VA-FC-1M-BKW
Accessory - Flat USB A to Micro B Cable 1M- Black and White
VA-FC-1M-BLW
Accessory - Flat USB A to Micro B Cable 1M- Blue and White
VA-FC-STYLUS1
Accessory - Resistive Touch Screen Pen Stylus
Table 2-1 – Ordering information
Note: 3.5” display resolution is 320 x 240 (QVGA).
4.3”/5.0” display resolution is 480 x 272 (WQVGA)