Loading... Please wait...This is a kit for a 3x3x3 cube of RGB LEDs. This kit contains everything you'll need - 27 LEDs, an ATmega168 microcontroller, custom PCB and other supporting components.
The included PCB breaks out the ISP header and the USART pins of the ATmega168; so you can customize the code and control it with a serial device. Sample code comes pre-programmed on the ATmega168.
Power should be provided by a clean +5VDC source. A 2.1mm barrel jack connector is included, but the power supply is not.
You'll need a soldering iron to put this together. All components are through-hole, but the LED matrix is a little difficult to assemble. Make sure you thoroughly read through the build instructions!
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Posted by Robert Topping on 8th Mar 2010
For a first timer or a seasoned pro this kit is a fantastic introduction into the world of rgb led displays.
Absolutely fascinating to watch the colours cycle through their various patterns, every one who has seen it so far has commented on how great it looks.
It's a very simple kit to build, the led framework is a bit tricky but once you get the hang of it it's quite easy.
The kit would benefit with the inclusion of ic sockets, 1 to protect the ic's from the heat of soldering and 2 makes it easier to remove the pic and substitute for your own animations, that way you keep the original intact.
Overall I would give the kit 99%.