jerrymac Posted January 20, 2013 Share Posted January 20, 2013 I looked and looked for a easy option to test 2811 pixels without having to crank up my computer, start up the 682 controller, plug all the stuff in etc. then to change to a different string , shut it all down, rewire and restart the process.I found these on Ray's store and ordered one (not really expecting much, but for the price couldn't loose much). What could you expect for $3.00 (PLUS SHIPPING)http://www.aliexpress.com/item/DC5V-input-WS2811-LED-smart-pixel-controller-for-testing-max-100pixels-controlled/652082478.htmlWell I was plesently supprised, (although no directions or instructions, you get exactly as in the picture and NOTHING else). IT WORKS GREAT !!.I hardwired a connector for my 5 volt power supplies, and a connector for pixels. The controller has leads for 5 Volt positive and Negative (input side), Clock and Gound (output side), (the 5 volt line for input also runs to the 5 volt input on the pixel string as well as the input on the controller)You can select any of the 4 basic colors (Red,Blue,Green & White) and chase,cycle etc. You can change the speed of chase cycle and rate of color change.(also got one for 12 volt dumb pixels). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave H1 Posted January 20, 2013 Share Posted January 20, 2013 Jerry,I've seen those before on Ray's but never thought twice about them.At $3.00 sounds good, hopefully it didn't cost you $20 in shipping.......Sounds like a quick video is in store for us, right???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shubb Posted January 20, 2013 Share Posted January 20, 2013 Looks like a good idea. Hard to go wrong for $3.I got tired of re-connecting everything so I just leave a E681 hooked up on my test bench with a power supply.I think I'll order a couple.Scott Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan C Posted January 21, 2013 Share Posted January 21, 2013 Jerry,Thanks for pointing that out. I am just about to order some RGB pixel strings from Ray to have a play with, and have now added the tester to the order.Regards,Alan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Boyd Posted January 21, 2013 Share Posted January 21, 2013 I wish this happened 2 weeks ago. Could have ordered one then. Oh well, maybe next order Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerrymac Posted January 21, 2013 Author Share Posted January 21, 2013 Yea $20 shipping for a $3 item sucks but got a couple of them. and even $23 to save all the setup and tear down time is worth it. Now I can check 1 pixel or 100 very quickly, and since I put me standard connectors on the controller it is even easier. For loose pixels I just use a cople of jumper wires. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shubb Posted January 21, 2013 Share Posted January 21, 2013 I hate to spend so much on shipping for just a small item so I add a bunch of pixels. Then the price jumps up as well as the weight so the shipping goes up. Instead of $20 shipping on a $3 item I spend $50 shipping on $250 items!But proportionately, it makes me feel better... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave H1 Posted January 21, 2013 Share Posted January 21, 2013 I hate to spend so much on shipping for just a small item so I add a bunch of pixels. Then the price jumps up as well as the weight so the shipping goes up. Instead of $20 shipping on a $3 item I spend $50 shipping on $250 items!But proportionately, it makes me feel better...Marketing at it's best Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
k6ccc Posted January 21, 2013 Share Posted January 21, 2013 That's cool! I will have to pick two of those (one for 5V and one for 12V) next time I place an order from Ray. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WilliamS Posted January 21, 2013 Share Posted January 21, 2013 Im going to have to pick one up on my next order. Mmmmmm 16 more strips of fancy goodness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerrymac Posted January 22, 2013 Author Share Posted January 22, 2013 (edited) update: found this one except it is 12 volt but does have FREE shipping.http://www.aliexpres.../695757378.html$7.00 each.And here is a 5 volt one with free shippinghttp://www.aliexpress.com/item/Memory-3key-DC5V-Pixel-RGB-LED-Mini-Controller-built-in-6-light-change-mode-free-shipping/717350803.htmlAlso $7.00 Edited January 22, 2013 by jerrymac 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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