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TRIKLITS
Color changing LED light strings
We are no longer selling these, the info here is for reference only.
We may start producing a new version at some point, but we have no estimated date at this time.
Description
TRIKLITS are a string of 24 color changing lights designed for decorative lighting.
There are 30 different lighting effects and many of them allow adjustment
of the speed, color, or brightness of the lights. The mode is controlled from
a small box attached to the end of the string. Multiple light strings can
be connected together for synchronization of effects. In addition, the lights
can be controlled via an external interface jack connected to some type
of computer or control system.
Each light is made from a Red-Green-Blue LED mounted inside a plastic
ball. The amount of light from the red, green and blue LEDs are
controlled by microcontroller chips to form almost any color and
brightness of the rainbow. As these are LEDs, they are most visible in
dim or dark locations. They are not visible in outdoor daylight.
Effects and Instructions
Instructions on operating the lights via the control
box and what effects are available.
Synchronizing multiple strings
Multiple light strings can be connected together so that they all do
the same thing. You do this by setting all of the strings you want to
control into receive mode (see the instructions). Then you
connect the strings together using ordinary telephone extension cords
with RJ11 connections on each end. To connect more than two strings
together you can use duplex RJ-11 adapters. Once the strings are
connected together, changing patterns on one string will have the same
effect on all of them. Do NOT connect to a phone line!
Details
Info on physical size, weather resistance, external control,
colors and power.
Interfaces
We have a USB interface that can control 4 strings via a PC (Windows XP).
We also have an ethernet interface that can control up to 64 strings
from any type of computer. And we have a standalone controller that
can control 32 strings from an SD memory card that holds the effects data.
Other Info
Warranty
One year.
Known Problems
Our first manufacturing batch has a few physical problems that we will correct
in the next run.
1: At the end of the string there is a non-electrical loop of wire
intended for hanging up the string. This loop is not securely
attached and may come out if pulled on too hard. 2: Sometimes the black
plastic case holding a light was not glued together well, or the plastic
ball fits very loosely over a light. If you intend to use the string outdoors
or in a moving environment you might want to inspect each light and glue or seal
anything that appears open or loose.
Photos
Photos of the strings being used in a large art installation.
A customer video on YouTube.
Pricing
- String of 24 lights: $100
- USB interface: $25
- Ethernet interface: $130+
- SD controller: $90+
Ordering
We are no longer selling these, the info here is for reference only.
We may start producing a new version at some point, but we have no estimated date at this time.
Contact: 
TRIKLITS is a trademark of Network Wizards.