Introduction

This documentation targets the stable PixelIt 2.6.0 release (opens new window).

Features

• Webinterface
• REST-API
• Node-RED Node
• Pixel Creator
• Pixel Gallery
• ioBroker Adapter
• Expandable
• Customizable
• Inexpensive
• Open-Source (opens new window) ❤️

Supported hardware

Install PixelIt on a supported prebuilt clock or build a DIY display. Optional sensors, buttons and a DFPlayer Mini extend its capabilities.

Prebuilt Hardware

• Ulanzi TC001 Pixel Clock (opens new window)

DIY Hardware

• MCU
  • Generic ESP32 and D1 mini32
  • Wemos D1 mini
  • NodeMCU v2
  • Generic ESP8266
• Matrix
  • Pixelmatrix (8x32)
  • Pixelmatrix (CJMCU)(4x 8x8)
  • MicroMatrix by foorschtbar (4x 8x8)
• Extensions
  • LDR GL5516
  • DHT22
  • BME280
  • BME680
  • DFPlayer Mini
  • Touch Buttons

Getting started

• Start with the hardware and check out the parts list.
• Then you can flash the firmware and configure the matrix in the webinterface.
• Finally, send screens through the API or use Node-RED (recommended) or ioBroker to create and send your own screens to your PixelIt.

Support

Any problems? Checkout the Troubleshooting section. If you still need help or just connect to other PixelIt users, check out the project forum or the Telegram and Discord groups.

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Disclaimer

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