I'm looking for a simple, programmable module to control APA102 LED strips remotely.
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Hi Devs,
I'm looking for a simple, programmable module to control APA102 LED strips remotely. Ideally, it would:
_Send color data directly to the module without complex protocols.
_Store the received color data for controlling the LED strip.
_Update the LED colors at regular intervals prolly every few milliseconds.
_Easy to program.
_Offer protection for the electronics.
_Include power supply.
_Provide SPI output so I can connect to the LED strip as in the terminal block or 3-pin jack.
Do you have any recommendations for modules that meet these criteria?
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@UC GEE maybe a simple esp32 with a little firmware that accepts data wirelessly?
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@UC GEE maybe a simple esp32 with a little firmware that accepts data wirelessly?
It's like "WiFi to spi converter"
Use ESP32
Ok @barafael Thanks
I have noted your wonderful suggestion
@UC GEE are you constrained by library choice? FastLED can do this ok. https://gist.github.com/spacehuhn/cbe7981d93daddd788b3459505665f13
Gist
ESP32 FastLED APA102-2020 LED Example
ESP32 FastLED APA102-2020 LED Example. GitHub Gist: instantly share code, notes, and snippets.
Also note tasmota and ledFX projects