Kulp Lights K16A-B

Kulp Lights K16A-B Pixel Controller (with BeagleBone Black)

The K16A-B from Kulp Lights is a pixel controller cape designed to drive WS2811-based pixel displays. This package includes a BeagleBone Black and preloaded SD card, providing a ready-to-use controller platform.

Pixel outputs

• Local outputs:
  • 16 fused pixel string ports
  • Individual fuse and LED indicator per port
  • Up to ~800 pixels per port at 40 FPS
  • Up to ~1,500 pixels per port at 20 FPS
• Differential expansion:
  • 4 × RJ45 differential outputs
  • Supports:
  • Up to 48 additional strings using smart receivers
  • Up to 16 additional strings using standard receiver boards
• Expansion options:
  • Expansion connector for:
  • 16-port string expansion card
  • Remote differential expansion card

Serial outputs

• 2 × RS485 outputs
• Supports DMX, PixelNet, Renard, and LOR protocols

Onboard features

• Real-time clock (RTC)
• Temperature and voltage monitoring
• OLED display (included)
• 4 onboard push buttons for menu navigation
• High-quality onboard DAC for audio output

Additional headers

• I²C + GPIO header for external buttons or triggers
• Header for optional Si4713-based FM transmitter

Included in this package

• Kulp Lights K16A-B cape
• BeagleBone Black
• Preloaded SD card
• FM Transmitter (included only if “With FM” option is selected)

Notes

• Designed for WS2811-compatible pixel protocols
• Expansion cards, receivers, and FM transmitter sold separately
• Power injection may be required for higher pixel counts
• User manual available from Kulp Lights