Simple LED Light Connection

[Bruceb]

Originally Posted by Peyton Yeung

If they are 12v LEDs then you can plug them directly into the PDP if you want them on while the robot is on. 5v LEDs can plug into the VRM.

only if they draw less than 2 amps. I know this from bad experience.

[TikiTech]

As many said before it depends on the voltage and amperage needed to run the LED strip. What we have been doing is purchasing a LED system such as
http://www.amazon.com/SUPERNIGHT-5-M...zon+led+lights

You can easily cut the wall A/C adapter cord and connect it directly to the PDP using, at most, a 20 amp breaker. You can check the output of the wall adapter to verify it is a 12v output before wiring it into the PDP. This will allow you to use the control module to change colors and run fun flashing LEDs in the pits.. You will need to cover the IR receiver when on the field, or put a connector for easy removal. The control module will retain the last setting. That way in the pits you can select your alliance color and turn off the disco effect.

Just be sure to use some additional insulation. We found out this year that many times the only thing between the LED strip electrical cut/connections is just the 3M adhesive, which isn't always covering as well as it should. We use double sided foam tape, just be aware of over bending the LED strip. There are usually cut points every so often you can wire to bridge tight bends.

Any questions PM me and I can send you detailed pictures.

Good Luck

Aloha!