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Hardware => Lynx Smart String => Topic started by: jwilliams31 on November 13, 2013,
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http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/100nodes-DC12V-input-WS2811-pixel-smart-node-IP68-rated/701799_739435981.html (http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/100nodes-DC12V-input-WS2811-pixel-smart-node-IP68-rated/701799_739435981.html)
100nodes DC12V input TM1804 pixel smart node,IP68 rated
For the most part, they seem similar to the ones in the Wiki:
http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/100-node-LED-pixel-string-DC12V-input-new-model-IP68/701799_495658159.html (http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/100-node-LED-pixel-string-DC12V-input-new-model-IP68/701799_495658159.html)
100 node LED pixel string ;DC12V input;new model,IP68;TM1804IC
However, in the product description, it states:
Product Description
rgb LED pixel lighting (TM1804 IC)
DMX512 controllable &compatible with Madrix
Working voltage: DC12V
Working current: 30ma
Working consumption: 0.3W
Working temperature: 40°C- 60
IP grade: IP68
Dimension: 25L*18.5H*22mmW
LED type: 1pcs stawhat
LED qty: 1pcs
Lifespan: MTBF>50000h
Viewing angle: >90
Since it says this one is compatible with DMX 512, then does that mean that it will not work with the smart strings?
I liked these because they could be mounted flat (I know there is a technical term but I'm having a senior moment).
Thanks.
Jason
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Jason,
I used these exclusively for the SSCv4 beta. IMO they are the approved DIYLA strings (12V 1804IC) with a different mounting style. They work perfectly and in fact I will be using close to 1,000 this year (if my order ever ships ;D) The flat mounting is why I went with them too. Anymore questions, just ask.
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Is the 0.3 draw correct per node om those? I read that Ray may have changed the LED bulb that change the current draw to 0.67 watts.
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I think the draw is still .3W for these. I ran 100 of them off a SSCv4 all summer during beta and no issues. If they really draw .67 then I suspect I would have blown fuses or other weirdness. In fact, I am planning on running full strings of 128! http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/128nodes-DC12V-input-WS2811-pixel-smart-node-IP68-rated/701799_739433953.html (http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/128nodes-DC12V-input-WS2811-pixel-smart-node-IP68-rated/701799_739433953.html)
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Very true. Unless there has been new changes every thing should be OK.
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So I would use the SSC with pixelnet to control them?
I just wanted to confirm, because the whole DMX in the description threw me off.
Thanks.
Jason
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Yes, pixelnet for our purposes.
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http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/128nodes-DC12V-input-WS2811-pixel-smart-node-IP68-rated/701799_739433953.html (http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/128nodes-DC12V-input-WS2811-pixel-smart-node-IP68-rated/701799_739433953.html)
The link says WS2811, the description says:
rgb LED pixel lighting (TM1804 IC)
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The link says WS2811, the description says:
rgb LED pixel lighting (TM1804 IC)
That's scary. Although the description does seem correct for the 1804. I wonder if it's just a reused URL.
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When I place my orders with Ray I send a word doc with the links pasted into it. I have seen bad URLs more than once. When I order something with a bad URL I add corrective info about the item to clarify what I want and my orders have been ok. Ordering from Ray is not without it's challenges... ;D
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Yes it is. You need to over do the information part.
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On a bit of an aside, how do you all order from Ray? Do you order directly from the aliexpress shopping cart or is there some other method you use?
Thanks.
Jason
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On a bit of an aside, how do you all order from Ray? Do you order directly from the aliexpress shopping cart or is there some other method you use?
Thanks.
Jason
I email him a text or word document with a detailed description of what I want. He then sends me a PI(invoice). I pay via the Paypal address in the invoice making sure to put my PI number in the note on Paypal. Then I email Ray letting him know in have paid.
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+1
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+1 and check back in a couple of days to make sure all was understood and check on the stock status of what you wanted. He won't necessarily let you know he is waiting 2 weeks on this piece or that piece.
Alan
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Standard verbiage on my letter is to advise if items are NOT in stock and an estimated ship date.
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How do I contact him? What is Ray's email?
I've seen all kinds of messages on the board about emailing him, but I can't find his email address listed anywhere.
Thanks.
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There is an icon on his site for email that says contact now next to it.
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Ray@rita-light.com
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Thank you. I'll try the site first, I guess and see what happens.