I just got a 8x5 LED Matrix in the mail today I want to run it using a 74HC595 but im not sure how any insight in to this would be great!
Can you please provide a link to the specs or post them here.
Green 5x8 LED Matrix Display Technical Data - For dot matrix
Shift Register 8-Bit - SN74HC595 - COM-13699 - SparkFun Electronics -for the 74hc595 look at the data sheet for more details