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Unicorn HAT HD
The Unicorn HAT HD packs 256 RGB LEDs in a 16×16 matrix onto a single Raspberry Pi HAT. With four times the resolution of the original Unicorn HAT, it enable...
The Unicorn HAT HD packs 256 RGB LEDs in a 16×16 matrix onto a single Raspberry Pi HAT. With four times the resolution of the original Unicorn HAT, it enables complex animations, scrolling text, and even low-resolution video playback.
An ARM STM32F chip handles all the LED driving, so your Pi just sends pixel data and the HAT takes care of the rest. Three STP16CPC26 LED drivers manage the 256 LEDs efficiently. The bundled ninja diffuser softens the output for a polished, blended look.
Key Features
- 256 RGB LEDs – 16×16 matrix for high-definition light displays
- Dedicated ARM Processor – STM32F chip offloads LED driving from the Pi
- Ninja Diffuser Included – Mounting hardware and diffuser for a smooth, blended appearance
- Python Library – Software library with example projects including animations, Game of Life, and scrolling text
- Fully Assembled – No soldering required; just attach to your Pi
Compatibility
- Raspberry Pi 3B+, 3, 2, B+, A+, Zero, and Zero W
Package Contents
- 1× Unicorn HAT HD (fully assembled)
- 1× Ninja diffuser with mounting nuts and bolts
Resources
Jargon buster
Plain-language definitions for the technical terms used above.
- LED
- A light-emitting diode is a small electronic component that lights up when current flows through it in the correct direction. In this kit, LEDs create the flashing effect, so polarity and correct soldering matter for the project to work.
- RGB
- Short for red, green and blue, usually referring to an LED that can mix those three colours. It matters because controlling an RGB LED teaches how separate outputs combine to create different colours.
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