FreeM is a wireless BlinkMs controller and power supply for completely standalone deployment, programming and control of BlinkM smart LEDs. It's like an invisible wire linking a LinkM to BlinkMs. It's designed to work transparently with the rest of the BlinkM product line.
It's perfect for wearables, architectural lighting, stage sets, RC car lights, or anywhere else that's difficult to get to. Plus, as a bonus, it works with any TV remote that supports the SICS (Sony remote control) protocol, which includes nearly every universal remote made. Using basic TV remote keys it'll turn BlinkMs off and on, change their brightness and hue, and run user-definable scripts.
Features:
- When used with CtrlM, FreeM acts as one end of “virtual wire” connecting a LinkM USB adapter or Arduino to BlinkMs mounted in locations where data cabling is impossible or undesirable
- Every FreeM can control an arbitrary number of BlinkM devices
- One CtrlM can control any number of FreeMs
- Built in power supply with 9V battery connector
- Wireless I2C controller for all BlinkM products up to 45 feet (14m) away
- Reconfigurable IR network address in CtrlM mode
- Firmware upgradable
Key Specifications:
- Power requirements: Plugs into standard 9V battery
- Communication: Supports all BlinkM I2C commands and 12-bit SICS (Sony) TV remote protocol
- Dimensions: 1” long by, .7” wide, by .62” high
Alternate viewing angle:
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Downloads & Resources
FreeM Infrared Controller (Off-Site)