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The Wonderful World of RGB Northwest Mini PLUS 2011 Disclaimer I am NOT an EXPERT. The opinions expressed here are those of a die-hard Do-It-Yourself Christmas Addict. Do not try this at home, your mileage may vary, objects in the mirror are

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The Wonderful World of RGB

Northwest Mini PLUS 2011

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Disclaimer

I am NOT an EXPERT. The opinions expressed here are those of a die-hard Do-It-Yourself Christmas Addict. Do not try this at home, your mileage may vary, objects in the mirror are closer than they appear, and no LEDs were harmed during the making of this presentation. Now ……… On with the show……..

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You, Me, and RGB

  • WHAT (is RGB) – Let’s define some things
  • WHAT (are RGB LEDs) – Back to Class - LED 101
  • WHERE (do I get stuff) – Off The Shelf vs. DIY
  • HOW (do you do that) – Make them Blink
  • WHEN (can we see some) – DEMO Time
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WHAT IS RGB

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What is RGB

  • RGB is an “additive” color model in which

RED, GREEN, and BLUE

light are added together in various ways to reproduce a broad array of colors. The name

  • f the model comes from the initials of the

three additive primary colors, red, green, and blue. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RGB_color_model

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What is RGB

RGB Color Mixing Java Applet

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What is RGB

An example of RGB light projected onto a wall RGB slider controls in A graphics program

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What is RGB

POP QUIZ TIME

  • Q: What do you think might be one of the

earliest (and perhaps most common) uses for the RGB color model?

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What is RGB

A: The RGB color model is used in Color TVs

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LED 101

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LED 101

  • LED

– Light Emitting Diode – Semiconductor

When a light-emitting diode is forward biased (switched on), electrons are able to recombine with electron holes within the device, releasing energy in the form

  • f photons.

This effect is called electroluminescence and the color of the light (corresponding to the energy of the photon) is determined by the energy gap of the semiconductor. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Light-emitting_diode

Definitions:

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LED 101

Color Wavelength [nm] Voltage [V] Semiconductor material Infrared λ > 760 ΔV < 1.9

Gallium arsenide (GaAs) Aluminium gallium arsenide (AlGaAs)

Red 610 < λ < 760 1.63 < ΔV < 2.03

Aluminium gallium arsenide (AlGaAs) Gallium arsenide phosphide (GaAsP) Aluminium gallium indium phosphide (AlGaInP) Gallium(III) phosphide (GaP)

Orange 590 < λ < 610 2.03 < ΔV < 2.10

Gallium arsenide phosphide (GaAsP) Aluminium gallium indium phosphide (AlGaInP) Gallium(III) phosphide (GaP)

Yellow 570 < λ < 590 2.10 < ΔV < 2.18

Gallium arsenide phosphide (GaAsP) Aluminium gallium indium phosphide (AlGaInP) Gallium(III) phosphide (GaP)

Green 500 < λ < 570 1.9 < ΔV < 4.0

Indium gallium nitride (InGaN) / Gallium(III) nitride (GaN) Gallium(III) phosphide (GaP) Aluminium gallium indium phosphide (AlGaInP) Aluminium gallium phosphide (AlGaP)

Blue 450 < λ < 500 2.48 < ΔV < 3.7

Zinc selenide (ZnSe) Indium gallium nitride (InGaN) Silicon carbide (SiC) as substrate Silicon (Si) as substrate — (under development)

Violet 400 < λ < 450 2.76 < ΔV < 4.0

Indium gallium nitride (InGaN)

Purple multiple types 2.48 < ΔV < 3.7

Dual blue/red LEDs, blue with red phosphor,

  • r white with purple plastic

Ultraviolet λ < 400 3.1 < ΔV < 4.4

Diamond (235 nm) Boron nitride (215 nm) Aluminium nitride (AlN) (210 nm) Aluminium gallium nitride (AlGaN) Aluminium gallium indium nitride (AlGaInN) — (down to 210 nm)

White Broad spectrum ΔV = 3.5

Blue/UV diode with yellow phosphor

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LED 101

  • RGB LED

– Combines three LEDs (R,G,&B) into one package – Several form factors or packages available – Can have clear or diffused lens – Circuit Configuration can be:

  • Common Anode (share +)
  • Common Cathode (share -)
  • Discrete (separate circuits)
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LED 101

  • RGB LED Form Factors

– T1 (3mm) and T1 ¾ (5mm)

  • Traditional shape LED
  • Also in 8mm & 10mm

– Superflux or Piranha

  • 4 pin square Through-hole

– SMD/SMT (surface mount)

  • 1206 to 0404
  • PLCC 4 and PLCC 6 (5050)
  • Other Mfg specific pin outs
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LED 101

  • RGB LED Pin Outs

– T1 (3mm) and T1 ¾ (5mm)

  • 4 Leads
  • Clear or Diffused Lens
  • Common Anode or Common Cathode
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LED 101

  • RGB LED Pin Outs

– Superflux or Piranha

  • 4 Leads
  • Clear or Diffused Lens
  • Common Anode or Common Cathode
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LED 101

  • RGB LED Pin Outs

– SMD/SMT (Surface Mount)

  • 4 or 6 Leads
  • Clear or Diffused Lens
  • Common Anode, Common Cathode, or Discrete Circuits
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OTHER RGB STUFF

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Other RGB Stuff

  • Pixel

– Any single light source with distinct RGB control – Can use discrete RGB LEDS My definitions: (see earlier disclaimer)

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Other RGB Stuff

  • Module

– A unit with one or more pixels grouped together My definitions: (see earlier disclaimer)

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Other RGB Stuff

  • Fixture

– Housing or unit enclosing RGB light source(s) My definitions: (see earlier disclaimer)

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Other RGB Stuff

  • Node (some sources call this a pixel)

– RGB light source with a “brain” My definitions: (see earlier disclaimer)

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Other RGB Stuff

  • Matrix

– Grid of RGB Light Sources or Pixels My definitions: (see earlier disclaimer)

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Other RGB Stuff

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Other RGB Stuff

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WHERE DO I GET RGB

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Where Do I Get RGB

The RGB Supply Chain

  • Two Primary Sources

– Off The Shelf (OTS)

  • You Buy It

– Do It Yourself (DIY)

  • You Build It
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Where Do I Get RGB

Off The Shelf (OTS)

  • Retail Christmas Items

– GE, Gemmy, Santa’s Best, Big Box Stores, etc

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Where Do I Get RGB

Off The Shelf (OTS)

  • Club/DJ/Theater/Venue

Lighting Suppliers

– American DJ – Chauvet – Elation Pro – Others

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Where Do I Get RGB

Off The Shelf (OTS)

  • Architectural Lighting

Suppliers

– ATG Electronics – Eco Light – Elemental LED – Lite-Puter – Others

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Where Do I Get RGB

Off The Shelf (OTS)

  • Specialty Suppliers

– Light-O-Rama (LOR) – D-Light – Animated Lighting – Others

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Where Do I Get RGB

Do It Yourself (DIY)

  • Specialty & Kit

Suppliers

– Big Clive – PCBoard.CA – Spark Fun – Evil Mad Scientist – Lights Alive – Others

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Where Do I Get RGB

Do It Yourself (DIY)

  • Enthusiast Forums

– Aus Christmas Lighting (ACL) – DIY Light Animation (DLA) – Do It Yourself Christmas (DIYC) – Planet Christmas (PC) – Others

  • Co-Op or Group Buys

– Check back often

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Where Do I Get RGB

Do It Yourself (DIY)

  • Forum Members with Online

Stores

– Kostyun Christmas Store

  • Frank Kostyun (fkostyun)

– Martin DIY Christmas

  • Robert Martin (RPM)

– Seasonal Entertainment

  • Greg Renna (ponddude)

– Others

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Where Do I Get RGB

Do It Yourself (DIY)

  • Make Your Own

– Google is your friend

  • Several circuit design

websites and forums

  • nline

– Prototyping Supplies

  • Breadboards
  • Perf Board
  • Proto Boards
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Where Do I Get RGB

Do It Yourself (DIY)

  • Make Your Own

– Schematic and PCB Design Software

  • DIP Trace
  • Eagle
  • Express PCB
  • KiCAD
  • PCB123
  • Others
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CONTROL YOUR RGB

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Control Your RGB

Finally … we get to the point!

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Control Your RGB

Control Methodologies for RGB LEDs

  • Analog

– Varies the current through the LED – Light/Color intensity not linear – Not common

  • Pulse Width Modulation (PWM)

– Varies the “on time” or “duty cycle” of the LED – Rapid cycle so eye doesn’t detect any flicker – Very popular in many control systems

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Control Your RGB

Control Systems for RGB LEDs

  • Manual
  • Pre-programmed
  • Programmable
  • Computerized
  • Synchronized (to music that is)
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Control Your RGB

Control Systems for RGB LEDs

  • Manual

– Single or Multiple Fixture Control

  • Rotary Dimmers
  • Slide Control Dimmers
  • Simple Remotes

– Common Uses

  • Atmosphere or Mood Lighting
  • Accent Lighting

– Most use PWM circuitry

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Control Your RGB

Control Systems for RGB LEDs

  • Pre-programmed

– Single or Multiple Fixture Control

  • Control Modes

– Fades – Chases – Other OEM effects

  • User Controls

– Speed, Colors, Mode » Switches » Sliders » Remotes

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Control Your RGB

Control Systems for RGB LEDs

  • Pre-programmed

– Most use PWM circuitry

  • May have limited steps which

may not cycle or dim smoothly

– Limited to Effects from Mfg

  • Some allow user customization
  • Effects available vary by Mfg

– Wide Variety of Choices

  • Basic to Deluxe
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Control Your RGB

Control Systems for RGB LEDs

  • Programmable

– Single or Multiple Fixture Control

  • Control Modes

– Fades – Chases – Other OEM effects

  • User Controls

– Speed, Color, Mode, Scene, Zone » Switches & Sliders » Multi-function Remotes » Touch Screens

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Control Your RGB

Control Systems for RGB LEDs

  • Programmable

– Most use PWM circuitry

  • May have more steps to cycle
  • r dim smoothly
  • Some require proprietary

programmer or software

– Effects Set by User

  • Number varies with Mfg

– Wide Variety of Choices

  • Basic to Deluxe to Ultimate
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Control Your RGB

Control Systems for RGB LEDs

  • Computerized

– Primarily High End Systems

  • Integrate lighting, audio,

video, and other systems

  • Found in luxury hotels and

high end homes

  • May not be DIY friendly
  • In a word - $$$$$$$$$
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Control Your RGB

Control Systems for RGB LEDs

  • Computerized

– Networked

  • Power & data feeds
  • Low voltage cabling
  • Custom installation

– Scalable

  • Modular system permits

expansion or changes

  • Uses programming &/or

configuration software

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Control Your RGB

Control Systems for RGB LEDs

  • Synchronized
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FOR MORE INFORMATION

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For More Information

Some links for additional information on RGB LEDs and their use in Holiday Lighting.

DIY RGB INFORMATION

  • HOLIDAY CORO – David Moore - http://www.holidaycoro.com/

– RGB Basics - http://www.holidaycoro.com/rgb/default.html – Specs – Pixel, Modules, etc. - http://www.holidaycoro.com/rgb/rgb.html

  • SAN DEVICES – Jim St. John - http://www.sandevices.com/

– Pixels 101 - http://www.sandevices.com/documents/An%20Introduction%20to%20RGB%20Pixels.pdf

The opinions and recommendations on the above sites are not mine. The above links are offered only as a starting point for DIY Christmas Enthusiasts.

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EDITORIAL SECTION

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  • The following section is simply to illustrate a

couple of things

– The variety of product from a particular supplier & – A vendor with an RGB system approach that I found appealing

  • Remember original disclaimer!
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CHAUVET

http://www.chauvetlighting.com/

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ECO LIGHT

http://www.ecolightled.com/

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Eco Light

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Eco Light

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Eco Light

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THAT’S ALL FOR NOW

The END