C101 95: WS2812 - FastLED sample project
Dec 08, 2015•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 95
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Episode description
To make FastLED work with an array of WS2812 LEDs, there are five basic pieces that Padre discusses with Mark "Smitty" Smith
Quick Notes:
- The power regulator on an Arduino can provide ~500ma if you're giving it at least 7v of power
- If you're powering it from USB, it's closer to 400ma
- Each LED can pull UP TO 60ma (20ma per color)
- If you're going to power a long strand of LEDs, you want to use an external power source.
Host: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ
Guest: Mark Smith
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