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Everything I've Learnt About LEDs

Hackaday via YouTube

Overview

Explore the intricacies of LED technology in this 47-minute conference talk by Mike Harrison, a freelance electronics consultant specializing in custom hardware for large-scale lighting installations. Delve into key topics such as RGBW, gamma correction, dimming techniques, PWM, timing scalability, and the use of external registers. Learn about effective methods for grouping LEDs and discover Harrison's preferred LED driver. Gain valuable insights from Harrison's extensive experience in the field, including his work on bizarre and expensive equipment showcased on his popular YouTube channel. Whether you're a hobbyist or a professional in the electronics industry, this Hackaday Superconference presentation offers a comprehensive overview of LED technology and its practical applications.

Syllabus

Introduction
Key Points
RGBW
Gamma Correction
Dimming
PWM
PWM Techniques
Timing Scalability
Using External Registers
Grouping LEDs
My favourite LED driver

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