The Major 2022 Update for the 💡QuinLED💡 Dig-Uno and Dig-Quad and Introducing the QuinLED-ESP32-AE+!

I've been working hard to update a whole lot of stuff and we're releasing it all at the same time, a must watch to get updated on the latest QuinLED-Dig-Uno and QuinLED-Dig-Quad stuff!
#QuinLED #WLED #Dig-Quad
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Intro&Outro
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[@ryanandrewbaker]

I wanted to say thank you, not just for the great boards and constant updates, but MOST importantly the educational videos and detailed online guides. You are an encyclopaedia of this stuff and it's appreciated.

[@IntermitTech]

Thnx, I really appreciate that! :D

[@mattsimmons]

*checks under the ESP32 on the new digquads that just came in*. Oh look at that, dip switches! That AE+ 🥰. Would be perfect with a line in for audio, I want sound reactive but don’t want voices and other noises picked up 😑

[@johnsev3046]

I love my Boards . I would LOVE to see a version with a LINE in to take advantage of the sound reactive maybe even blue tooth. Also a cool feature would be using your phone as a mic and send the info to WLED or Pixel stick :)

[@scottadkin541]

Pin36/AO

[@rynolin342]

I am looking to do something similar to this for a car installation. Using Bluetooth dual pairing to pair both android auto and the led controller at the same time to sync music reactivity with a clean audio input as opposed to a mic reactive which would pick up road noise.

[@iansime]

I had a QuinLED Dig-Uno running my Christmas Tree (and other decorations) for the first time in 2021 - it worked perfectly!

[@IntermitTech]

That is awesome, I think I've shown mine before, but I have a dedicated guide for it too: quinled.info/2020/11/29/diy-addressable-christmas-tree-guide/

[@watakata99]

Nice my house in the intro 😂 Man i love these boards... currently using 4 quad permanently... adding more this year!

[@achetadomesticus]

Always there is a blinking led light at the end of the tunnel 😁 Keep the awesome work!

[@M0PAX]

just starting with your devices they look great. thank you in advance

[@beardeddad_NL]

Great work! Made it all way through the end haha. Last year I was to late to get stuff for Christmas, but for this year, I'll make sure I'll order in time.

[@bawitdaba1337]

Glad to hear you are working on cases with a plastics company, not having a case/open acrylic was a deal breaker for me

[@NightshadeKc]

Thanks for the updated video. Sometimes I find something I want to get into and the video is 3 years old and the software is no longer working. TIA Keep it coming.

[@davidthompson1583]

I"m just starting this hobby and you made me dizzy. I'm trying to stay with you, but I've got some learning to do. But thanks...this is going to be alot of fun.

[@carwerks101]

Will be getting a quad soon, Will be doing walkway/fun lighting for the front yard

[@chrisreese2965]

Ya know I watched the video, but it's all gibberish to me, LOL!!!!! I really hope to get into this stuff. I've tried to get the LEDs to work around my TV, which after months haven't been able to successfully complete that. Don't get me wrong, I've made progress, but every time I do, I seem to get knocked back. Anyway, I'm interested in the Dig because I want to setup a Christmas and Halloween light display. I'm excited to travel down this rabbit hole.

[@markchadwick3391]

Currently in the middle installing garage lights using a quinled dig uno DIY - excellent boards and great update video - keep it up quindor 👍🏼

[@schaapschaap1]

Great stuff man! We use a lot of Quinled boards for our projects!

[@IntermitTech]

That's awesome to hear! :)

[@youtubesoria]

Very much looking to get updated boards for sound reactive installation ideas I have for my home and maker projects. Keep them coming!

[@subthousandoaks]

Thanks for your hard work. We appreciate you.

[@GrahamBrown11]

Catching up on videos so this is a late comment, but keen on the DIY, there is something special about building something from components into a functioning goodie...

[@ronm6585]

Thanks for the updates. 👍🏻

[@jordanl7489]

First off, great work! I appreciate your dedication to keep advancing the technology and building some of the best valued controllers. I apologize if it's been answered somewhere or that I just didn't quite understand the jargon regarding the new ESP32-AE+. I just recently ordered a Dig-Uno with the Ethernet option, as well as a Dig-Quad (only the external antenna option was available). Am I able to swap the ethernet ESP from the Uno onto the Quad so that I can control the QUAD by ethernet? (hoping to run Xlights sequences on the Quad this Christmas and concerned the Wifi connection might not work out... this will be my first lightshow this year so not a lot of experience)

[@webzterd]

I've been holding on making a purchase for DIY to get the V3 so thank you very much :) A question I do have; the price between DIY Uno & quad is not significant, is there any downside to just running QUAD all over my home (I'm going ethernet for the 8 installations which will be fixed all year round, with 1-2 WiFi for my Halloween decorations if that's a consideration)

[@IntermitTech]

Sure, no real down-side there, Dig-Quad just has a bit more features and is a bit bigger but will perform perfectly the same as the Dig-Uno otherwise. :)

[@Milfeldt]

Have to watch it again! Was setting up (reinstall) my OctoPi/Octoprint while trying to watch'n listen... Kinda hard 😅

[@wildekek]

Zou echt amazing zijn als we in NL een paar bordjes lokaal kunnen kopen. Soms kies ik door levertijd een alternatieve controller terwijl ik veel liever jouw controllers koop.

[@matteoromero]

Excited about these updates! Are the pre-assembled boards 1 or 2oz copper?

[@IntermitTech]

Pre-assembled is always 2OZ for the Dig boards.

[@samdeur]

Groeten uit Den Haag

[@turtleplates]

Thanks quindor .. got my full esp on the way .. can't wait to put it through some test

[@IntermitTech]

Awesome, I'd love to hear the results!

[@BrianEhrler]

Thanks for the update

[@Tntdruid]

No magic smoke 😄

[@joelattimore9421]

Hi how are you doing? I really appreciate your content and your knowledge !! How would you compare the performance of the Dig Quad vs an Octo from Enttec ? I am trying to control 40mts of led strip (60 leds/mt)

[@ooglek]

I made it to the end! I'm still a bit confused what the difference between the Dig Uno I have and the v3.1 is.. is there a handy chart somewhere? Is there any benefit to switching to PixelStick over WLED, or ESP32 vs ESP8266?

[@rodewe2010]

Yep, made it right to the end

[@IntermitTech]

Nice!

[@robertraagas2360]

Can i use Dig-Quad to run a Mega Tree 16 strings with xLights?

[@robertraagas2360]

xLights-WLED

[@danielducu]

Dude, please, do a video dedicated to power supplies. I struggle to find quality 5v power sources. You left out the most important part … powering everything lol

[@IntermitTech]

Check the next video I released, I talk about 3 high quality power supplies and even test 1 in there! :)

[@JohnDrach]

Where can i get some data booster boards? Looks like they're sold out everywhere. Isn't the booster board to help transmit signal between lengths of LEDs where you want dead spots?

[@IntermitTech]

Yes it can be used for that, worldwide should have plenty and US getting new supply soon!

[@edmondronietv2838]

I would like to connect 4 individual led, but i dont have digquad board. I hope you'll help me with this thanks.

[@Tchairdjian]

When do you expect more stock? Why does your website say you stopped shipping to Canada? Do you mean just from the US site or even from the Worldwide site? Thanks. 😊

[@IntermitTech]

I expect new stock to come in about 1w to 2w. US follows quickly after that. Worldwide ships to Canada no problem! :)

[@Tchairdjian]

@@IntermitTech thank you thank you LOL. I have a wiring question… is it better to use discord? Maybe I can attach a picture there. You got me worried after I watched your video on wire gauges…. My project isn’t too complicated but still.

[@IntermitTech]

Yes, Discord is wat easier for that, lots of smart people there to help!

[@edmondronietv2838]

Good day sir, can use 4 independent channel of esp32 node mcu without having or attaching in digquad board, and which pin i use? Thanks

[@stevegroen8036]

Will the QuinLED-Dig-Uno w Dual Channel play two different playlists "simultaneously" on two separate LED strips?

[@IntermitTech]

Poh, that is a good question, I don't believe the WLED software is really setup for that.

[@sevagj.b]

Yesterday I make the orders for all new boards DIY And Guest What happend I get discount from pcbway on the new dig quad 10 boards for 5€, OMG 😳 And I will make orders today to the new ae plus , Qunidor really thanks man , You make me happy 🤣

[@IntermitTech]

Oh wow, that's awesome! Yeah sadly the size of the Dig-Quad is 0,4mm too big to fit in 100mm but I really can't make it any other way so that discount is awesome! :D

[@ubabu952]

I have a digi quad controller and meanwell 12 v 30 amp 350 w power supply and I am connecting 1800 string leds 12 volt, do i need another power supply or just 1 is enough.Can i connect two power supply to digi quad controller? Kindly suggest

[@mrt4003]

Hi just after a little advice. I’m running a dig uno esp8266. I’ve been running candy cane effect for a week or so in the evenings. Last night I noticed the red flashes intermittently to yellow. I can post a video if it helps. Many thanks.

[@IntermitTech]

Best is to come to the Discord sever so we can help you troubleshoot a little bit!

[@mrt4003]

@@IntermitTech how do I do that 😆

[@IntermitTech]

Https://quinled.info right at the top there is a link.

[@Kai-vq6xf]

Amazing controllers. Kudos! There's something I would like to discuss with offline. Will you be able spare 15 minutes of your a valuable discussion? Let me know we can setup a meet. Thanks for your time!

[@IntermitTech]

Hey sure, head over to the Discord server, I can always be found in there.

[@aymanoru]

Hi, I ordered the quinled dig uno two weeks ago and I didn't hear nothing from ALLNET. Just the confirmation email at the time of purchase. Thanks

[@IntermitTech]

Ok, well it mostly depends on shipping time, it can sometimes take 3w, varies sometimes. But you can always contact them and see if they can provide more information.

[@aymanoru]

@@IntermitTech I've seen a couple emails but no response.

[@radu_mol2935]

first of all thank you for everything you have made,finaly i got to order two dig quad ETH boards and i say finaly because of my financial situation,my question is could i split one Eth cable for the two boards or i need two cables from the router for each board ?from what i know i must use two splitters, thank you

[@IntermitTech]

Well generally you'd run 2 cables. But, since it's 100Mbit you can actually run 2 signals over a single cable if you really want to. Either by crimping on 2 connectors on both sides or using pre-made splitter blocks, you can find those pretty cheap on Aliexpress. :)

[@radu_mol2935]

@@IntermitTech thank you,first i will try the two signal wires on one cable i hope it will work

[@marlonleiva9335]

Hi ,I'm kind of new user ,I bought the dig quad with the wifi esp32 board ,question is hom many pixel lights can I connect using only one channel hope u can reply and give me some tips thanks

[@IntermitTech]

It's all on the website, dig in! quinled.info/2021/03/23/max-amount-of-addressable-leds/

[@zockerbude2585]

Does somebody have experience how much VAT you have to pay if you ship to germany? I absolutely would love to buy one or two of this fancy boards but I'm not sure how expensive the customs duties will be.

[@BoraHorzaGobuchul]

Question: how can something like shown in this video be done: kzbin.info8CNjv1lzHx0?feature=share I suppose there he used some controller as shown overlayed on the video on the top left corner. However can it be achieved by more DIY means? E.g. your controller in concert with additional software?

[@eekedout]

Dig-quad V3.1r2 is not showing available for sale from either site and Dr. zzz shows none available of either.

[@IntermitTech]

Allnet shows full availability for all options? DrZZs might have already run out, best to subscribe to the e-mail list there for when they come in. All versions sold are now the v3. 1r2 except the special red one right now.

[@TheDumbTake-xb6rr]

Doed the Quin led Esp32 work with the Data + Clock LED strips like the Apa102 or the HD107? I meant the level shifter btw (3 pins have the level shifter, right?)

[@IntermitTech]

If we're talking a Dig-Uno or Dig-Quad, Dig-Octa then yes but it's limited to a single strip.

[@TheDumbTake-xb6rr]

@@IntermitTech Thanks for the reply. I was talking about the custom Esp32 board with SD card, touch buttons and microphone btw. I guess it sells for $19.

[@IntermitTech]

@TheDumbTake-xb6rr ah the AE+! Yes that also has 3 level-shifted channels on there and should work.

[@TheDumbTake-xb6rr]

@@IntermitTech Sorry to ask one more question! So, 3 + 1 = 4 gpio pins have level shifters or is only 3 of them have level shifters? I'm asking this as I have lots of HD107S strips which have a similar protocol to that of an Apa102 (data and clock on separate lines) and have been unsuccessful with a Raspberry pi with Apa102 python libraries and an Esp32 wroom D with Wled. Wled people say it may be because of the 3.3V output from both devices and want me to try level shifted 5v output.

[@IntermitTech]

@TheDumbTake-xb6rr the AE+ has 3 level-shifted channels combined with 33R resistors (not selectable like on the Dig boards itself)

[@HanTheProphet]

I'm wondering how ESPPS remote FPP will work if you have a mix of AE+ boards and ethernet boards if need be? I'm new and I've just ordered my first uno & quad so pardon me if I'm missing something obvious.

[@IntermitTech]

Sure in theory if you use half with E1.31/DDP and the other with remote mode I guess that can work?

[@justDIY]

May I ask a question about the Quinled Dig Uno ... it claims to be rated for 15 amps, but how? The tiny terminal blocks can't accept heavy enough wire to handle that kind of current. Is there a version with only through-plated exposed pads, so I can use ring terminals and proper heavier gauge wire?

[@IntermitTech]

Ah no there is not. The terminals can handle the current (or rated even higher actually) its just wire size that can be an issue with distance. So using a short 16AWG feed in wire and feed out wire and then split it behind the board to whatever lengths you need (remember a single injection won't take in more then 4Amps anyway....) that works perfectly fine. If you want power distribution and fusing combined in the board for that, take a look at the Dig-Quad :)

[@TheMarkcage]

Can I ask for any information about upcoming restock? I cannot buy anything that I need..

[@IntermitTech]

Yes, we've basically run out right around the end of the year and with Chinese New Year new production always takes a little while, I expect most things to be in stock again in a month or so, sorry for the wait!

[@TheMarkcage]

@@IntermitTech That's alright and thank you for the reply. Now i know what to expect :)

[@satsearch1]

How can I get the Ext AE to work with a Digi quad, can not get the SSID Wi-Fi to work.

[@IntermitTech]

No need to comment on lots of random videos, do you have the antenna connected? To troubleshoot a bit more come join the Discord server and let's see what's going on.

[@danielmorren5205]

I put myself on docs list to get a digquad and never received an email that they were available. Have they been available all along???

[@IntermitTech]

They where earlier this week but their sold out again, he does have some of the "red" editions left right now though!

[@tonyt656]

Is there a controller that will allow you to control each light individually?

[@IntermitTech]

I'm confused, yes these are addressable LED controllers and you can get strips up to 332LEDs per meter which you can all control individually.

[@mrteausaable]

Hi, I saved the segments on the present like what you stated. But the next day when I turn on the QuinLed the present and segments goes away. How do you saved it permanently? I have over 20 segments. I even backup present first but then when restore it, the message stated Sorry there was an issue loading your presets!. Anyone have this problem and how to save segments permanently?

[@danielducu]

Ok, so I’m experiencing something odd.. I have both channels of the dig uno connected , using separate wire for the data channel … distance from the controller to Leds is 1.8 meter and using 16awg cable. No flicker and solid colors work fine but the effects are slower and not as smooth as the strip in fist channel closer to the strip … what could be the problem here ?

[@IntermitTech]

Poh, that is odd, haven't seen that behavior before. How many LEDs in total? Same type of strip?

[@danielducu]

Looking to buy a few dig uno, one small question… I will be using them for short runs like a max 2 meters of sk6812 … do I need to power inject at the end for such a short strip?

[@IntermitTech]

Nah, even though they are 5v you're going to be fine for such a length with a single edge connection, no problem!

[@danielducu]

@@IntermitTech thanks for the reply man, one more thing, the dig uno says two channels, does this mean I can power and control two individual led strips ? All the best from Spain

[@antoinemichaud9359]

can you please tell me how to use micro sd card on a dig-quad AE+

[@IntermitTech]

It works in ESPixelstick firmware or any other firmware that has SDcard support. Currently WLED does not yet have a useful implementation for it yet.

[@antoinemichaud9359]

thank you

[@deadmusik9969]

Hey can anyone help me, do I use a switch to communicate with the DIGQUAD via ethernet or a Wifi Router at a dance club with no wifi avaliable?, thank you!

[@IntermitTech]

Yes you can use either version by adding a WiFi router or a switch and the Ethernet version to keep it all hardwired can work too. It'll require a little bit of configuration but nothing too hard!

[@chucksw1]

does the dig2GO come with an IR Remote? if not where do we get one?

[@IntermitTech]

It does not currently but it's compatible with most simple ones available on Aliexpress or Amazon for instance. I hope to list one in the allnet store at some point!

[@chucksw1]

Perfect thanks I found one on Amazon😃

[@harrymeldrum9994]

Hello Can you please assist, I upgraded all my boards to Dig UNO and all was working great, but ever since i upgrade to 0.14.1 all the unita are going offline, i have to power cycle them again to be visible on the network.. any help in the cause of this?. The are going off line after about 3 mins..

[@IntermitTech]

There seem to be some issues with v0.14.1 try downgrade to v0.14.0 again.

[@harrymeldrum9994]

@@IntermitTech can i do this over the air rather than gathering all units to flash?.

[@IntermitTech]

@harrymeldrum9994 yes you should be able to, give it a try on one and see if it improves behavior.

[@harrymeldrum9994]

@@IntermitTech can you let me know how this is done and where the files are

[@honrado80]

after i update AE+ full version to new version to WLED_0.14.3_Dig-Quad-V3-AEplus my sound reactive not working.. any idea

[@IntermitTech]

Did you use a generic one or the one we provide? Ours has the Audio Reactive usermod compiled in.

[@honrado80]

@@IntermitTech the one you provided. Everything is OK but then when I update because I saw that there’s new version then the sound reactive not working.

[@IntermitTech]

Hmm, that's odd, the binaries we provide should have it included. If you can come to the Discord server we might be able to help out!

[@honrado80]

@@IntermitTech the sound settings features also missing so I tried to search on how to restore the original firmware because on version 14 & 15 that features is missing

[@IntermitTech]

If you flash the version on install.quinled.info it really should be there, try flashing using USB.

[@donniellepugh6582]

Where are they selling???

[@IntermitTech]

Did you check out the links in the description?

[@shawnmorse9232]

Just received my Dig-uno. Removed the ESP32 and programed it to 0.14.0 beta for my (ws2811 12v 96 led/m.) I put in 460 leds @6000mA, Changed to 12V 30mA. Added my Wifi. With the ESP32 plugged into my usb i can talk to it with my WLED app on my phone. Installed my 12v mean well 17A 200w power supply to the Dig-Uno, Led strip flashed once, but none of the Dig-uno lights came on. Can anyone give me a hand with this? Thank you!!

[@IntermitTech]

Did you connected the data line to LED1? Arrows moving away from the board and in LED preferences set the LED channel to GPIO16? You can also flash a pre-configured one using install.quinled.info

[@shawnmorse9232]

@@IntermitTech Yes I have the center led strip Line (green) into LED1 port. I'm a little confused, for the GPIO in settings I have button 0-3 only (0 is set at 0 - pushbutton) and The link you sent I should be downloading Dig-uno (AB) version correct? Thanks for the quick response.

[@shawnmorse9232]

*Led strip Arrow's are facing away from Dig-uno, as well.

[@IntermitTech]

Yes the AB version is likely what you need (board antenna). But the GPIO settings are in LED preferences and the the LED channel..... Euhm, maybe watch a tutorial? This is for a Dig-Quad but should help you figure it out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gHrOoIh5qr15l5I

[@shawnmorse9232]

@@IntermitTech Hahaha Okay I will, I appreciate the help!

[@valzzu]

why can't i power the leds from the esp usb port?

[@IntermitTech]

Because it's not designed to do that? With even like 50 you'll easily burn out a generic development board.

[@valzzu]

@@IntermitTech explains 😅 i'm dumb. Need to sacrifice a usb cable.

[@MrEssamaws]

how i can get the effect in the LED in the back!?

[@IntermitTech]

Poh, I select something random for each video so I really couldn't tell you. It's WLED for sure, play around with some effects and the sliders, lots of cool stuff you can make!

[@MrEssamaws]

@@IntermitTech sorry I’m new to the LEDs lights strips i mean there’s a device i can buy with the LEDs give me same results!?

[@IntermitTech]

Aaah like that. Yes, I make controllers called the Dig-Uno and Dig-Quad which run the WLED software, the combination makes it very easy to setup LEDs like this, maybe check this video out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/goKknnWpgNqbgJY

[@WillYork]

If I want to plug in 2 strips on separate channels do I need twice the power?

[@IntermitTech]

Well yes, you need to make sure your power supply can provide power needed for both strips together. So if it's on 1 or 2 channels doesn't really make a difference in that regard. :)

[@WillYork]

@@IntermitTech Alright so if 2 powerstrips need 12v 3A (made up numbers) then I would need a power supply for 24v 6A? Sorry if this is all basic its my first LED project

[@IntermitTech]

Ah no, you'd still need 12v but double the Amps, so 2x 3Amps is 6Amps.

[@WillYork]

Awesome thanks!! Just new with led like I said

[@jquintana7097]

Can I do rgbw with any of your boards?

[@IntermitTech]

Yes for sure, all my digital and analog boards can do RGBW actually, it's just a question of selecting the right strip?

[@jquintana7097]

@@IntermitTech okay I have a digiquad and going to order another board. The lights are from costco 6leds per section . I want to replace the controller has limited range. Is there a section on your website that has a configuration? It has a sm16703 chip.

[@IntermitTech]

I'm not 100% certain that chipset is supported yet, please check the WLED Wiki for that. But yeah just check in the addressable LED section of my website for all the configuration options!

[@jquintana7097]

@@IntermitTech OKay Thank you. I am waiting for the boards to be available. None on Dr.Zs.

[@IntermitTech]

We're shipping this week so there will be stock at DrZZs soon too!

[@milandzuris]

Start making Home Assistant videos

[@PCBoardRepair]

what is with your head

[@DaMook82]

een ander kanaal gebruikt jou begintune :o kzbin.info/www/bejne/omK0ZH2IfpJ-gJo

[@IntermitTech]

Ha ja, die gebruikt iig hetzelfde liedje, maar dat is vrij te gebruiken dus beide goede smaak 😎

[@asdkjh4370]

If it's on HA then better no. Enormous security holes and when you want to address them "developers" will ban you from official forum without discussion. Second thing is constant stability issues - Lets face it HA is tinkerers platform not something to be treated seriously. Only crazy person will base his home security on this project. Another thing is that "forum" seems strongly politically inclined - yes even on this platform. People like Zack or rest of "developers" were banning russian developers:))))) Which is really ridiculous. Please stop selling this security scam platform.

[@IntermitTech]

I'm not sure why you are putting a personal rant about Home Assistant (mine runs fine?) under this video which has nothing to do with it and the boards and WLED or ESPixelstick as software for them runs 100% independent of Home Assistant? Have you submitted these things you talk about (nothing concrete?) as bugs? Maybe create a clear webpage where you detail what is wrong with how they do it and what would be the best way to fix things? It'll get you much further then random rants under videos at least. :)