Bluetooth RGB Shelf Lighting using Arduino

Being the giant fan of LED’s that I am i’m always trying to come up with new ways I can put them throughout my house. Today i’m going to show you how to create a simple, yet extremely eye catching, RGB Bluetooth controlled Shelf lighting system. The beauty of integrating Bluetooth into the system is that you can control your lights using almost any device, your computer, smart phone, even your tablet.

 

Step 1: Materials

You can find most of these from just about anywhere, you don’t necessarily have use the links above, they are just a suggestion. You also don’t need the DB9 Connector I use it for an easy disconnect from the LED’s.

Step 2: The Circuit

Connect the HC-06 to the 5v power source on the Arduino and the WS2801’s to the 12v power source. Be sure that the Tx on the HC-06 goes to the Rx pin on the Arduino and the Rx pin on the HC-06 to the Tx pin on the Arduino. You can connect as many LED’s in a row as you would like, in this particular scenario I’m using 11.

Step 3: Connecting Bluetooth

The default password for these Bluetooth transceivers is “1234” without quotes. Below are all of the defaults:

— Default COM setting: 9600, N, 8,1

— Default Password/pairing code: 1234.

— Supports the AT command to modify the baud rate, device name, passkey, master/slave, etc.

— Supports baud rates 2400 -1382400.

— Based on the CSR Bluetooth chip BC417143

— Bluetooth specification v2.0 + EDR

— Power supply: +3.3VDC 50mA

— Frequency: 2.4GHz ISM band

— Modulation: GFSK(Gaussian Frequency Shift Keying)

— Emission power: ≤4dBm, Class 2

— Sensitivity: ≤-84dBm at 0.1% BER

— Speed: Asynchronous: 2.1Mbps(Max) / 160 kbps, Synchronous: 1Mbps/1Mbps

— Security: Authentication and encryption

— Size: 26.9mm x 13mm x 2.2 mm.

— Working temperature: -20 ~ +75 Centigrade

— Dimension: 26.9mm x 13mm x 2.2 mm

Bluetooth RGB Shelf Lighting using Arduino circuit

If you wish to change any of the defaults there is a great tutorial on Instructables that I used, the tutorial is for the HC-05 but it works for the HC-06 as well.
Modify The HC-05 Bluetooth Module Defaults Using AT Commands

 

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Ibrar Ayyub

I am an experienced technical writer holding a Master's degree in computer science from BZU Multan, Pakistan University. With a background spanning various industries, particularly in home automation and engineering, I have honed my skills in crafting clear and concise content. Proficient in leveraging infographics and diagrams, I strive to simplify complex concepts for readers. My strength lies in thorough research and presenting information in a structured and logical format.

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