Introduction
This document should be your reference for anything regarding
the LocalBytes LEDStrip Controller.
It will be updated whenever there are any changes to the product that need to be communicated.
Please note, guides will not be typically written in this document, but in other articles, and linked.
Quick Start
As this is a WLED device, you should consult the WLED / Getting Started.
- Connect the power supply and LED strip to the controller.
- Power on the controller and connect to the Wi-Fi network it creates:
- SSID:
WLED-AP - PSK:
wled1234
- SSID:
- Navigate to
1.2.3.4orwled.meand follow the instructions to connect to your Wi-Fi network. - Once connected, control the strip via the WLED app or integrate with Home Assistant using the WLED integration.
Power
Only connect one power source at a time!
Connecting two simultaneously will backfeed voltage into the other input, which may damage the connected device or power supply.
The strip runs at whatever voltage you supply. The controller accepts 5V to 16V DC; match your supply to your strip's requirements.
Three power inputs are available: USB-C, the 5.5mm barrel jack, and the JST connector. To keep things flexible, all three share the same power rail. The supply voltage passes through directly to the strip; there is no step-down, so a 12V supply will deliver 12V to your strip.
USB-C Power Delivery
The controller supports USB Power Delivery. A dip switch on the board selects whether to request 12V from the PSU, intended for use with 12V strips. The switch requires a pin or cocktail stick to move; this is intentional, so you cannot accidentally request 12V with a 5V strip attached.
The voltage delivered depends on what your PSU supports. If it does not offer the requested voltage, it will supply the highest voltage it supports that does not exceed the request.
For example, a PSU offering 5V, 9V and 20V will deliver 9V when 12V is requested, as 20V would exceed it. If you are unsure what your PSU will negotiate, check its PD profile in the manufacturer's documentation or use a USB-C PD tester.
Firmware
This device comes pre-flashed with WLED. We have configured the firmware to default to the 5m WS2812B that is sold in
the LED Strip Starter Set.
The firmware may be updated, over the air or via USB, using the
mainline WLED release firmware.
Variants
At present, there are no variants of the LEDStrip Controller.
For ease of purchase, we have a bundle available, which includes a discount.
- LED Strip Starter Set
- LED Strip Controller
- 5m RGBW LED Strip
- Power Supply
Accessories
Wiring Harnesses
Three harnesses are available, all connecting to the same 4-pin JST on the controller (VBUS, Data/GPIO1, Clock/GPIO0, GND).
3-pin: included with every controller. For single data line strips such as WS2812B.
| Controller | Strip |
|---|---|
| Pin 1: VBUS | Pin 1: VIN |
| Pin 2: Data (GPIO1) | Pin 2: Data |
| Pin 3: Clock (GPIO0) | (not connected) |
| Pin 4: GND | Pin 3: GND |
4-pin: sold separately. Two variants share the same connector and wiring, differing only at pin 3 on the strip side.
| Controller | Strip: Clock | Strip: Backup |
|---|---|---|
| Pin 1: VBUS | VIN | VIN |
| Pin 2: Data (GPIO1) | Data | Data |
| Pin 3: Clock (GPIO0) | Clock | Backup (bridged from pin 2) |
| Pin 4: GND | GND | GND |
Clock: for strips requiring a separate clock signal, such as APA102 and SK9822. Clock only appears as a configurable pin in WLED when you select a compatible strip type.
Backup: for strips with a redundant data line, such as WS2813 and WS2815. Pin 2 on the controller is bridged to both data wires; if a pixel dies, the next pixel falls back to the backup and the rest of the strip continues working. Identifiable by the empty hole at the clock position on the controller-side connector.
The 4-pin harnesses are sold separately as a pack of two:
Revision History
There have been no (public) revisions of this product
