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The green bits are the Output Bits. The output bits are the ‘doers’ because they receive signals and then DO something.
Note: on each green bit, there is the letter "o" followed by a number. This denotes the technical name of the component.
LED (o1)
LED (o1)
Ah. The classic LED Bit. The simplest output bit, useful for a variety of applications asides from illuminating, like circuit debugging! Want to see how the current travels through your circuit? Attach an LED to check just how your circuit flows, and to really understand what's happending where and how.
Long LED (o2)
Long LED (o2)
The long LED is a flexible lighting option. We call it the “long” LED because the light is connected to the board by a cable, which lets you configure the light in some interesting ways!
RGB LED (o3)
RGB LED (o3)
The RGB LED is a light with adjustable color. Use this Bit to experiment with creating your own custom color mix of red, green, and blue. Note that there are two versions of this Bit: one with slide controls for sensitivity, and one with rotary control. If you are using the version with the rotary controls, turn them with a flat blade (standard) screwdriver -- the smallest (1.5mm) flat blade tip in the multi-driver you received as part of your AoM Maker Kit is a perfect fit!
Vibration Motor (o4)
Vibration Motor (o4)
The vibration motor is very similar to the device that makes your cellphone shake when you get a text. With this Bit, you can make anything vibrate and buzz! This Bit also includes the vibeSnap-- an accessory that helps you attach stuff - like paper, tin foil, or a pipecleaner - to the motor.
Buzzer (o6)
Buzzer (o6)
The buzzer’s function is simple, it makes noise whenever it’s connected to a power Bit. However, there is an art to using the buzzer module, and mastering this art takes practice.
IR LED (o7)
IR LED (o7)
The IR LED bit emits an infrared light which cannot be seen in the visible light spectrum, but can greatly work with the remote trigger bit (i7) to send an IR signal. Why buy a remote when you can build your own!
Bargraph (o9)
Bargraph (o9)
The bargraph Bit shows you how much signal the Bit is receiving with a display of five LEDs that can be illuminated in different colors. Try it with a dimmer Bit to make your own adjustable lamp.
Servo (o11)
Servo (o11)
The servo is a motor that can swing back and forth (like windshield wipers) as opposed to spinning round and round (like the wheels of a car). Add a mechanical arm and a great way to make your inventions throw, wave, sweep, and point.
Fan (o13)
Fan (o13)
Use the fan to propel light objects forward, flip the fan over and use the back of the Bit as a Spinner, or concentrate the force of the fan by creating a tunnel.
Bright LED (o14)
Bright LED (o14)
The bright LED is a small Bit that puts out a big light. The bright LED is perfect for illuminating moving animations. You can diffuse the bright LED to get a soft, beautiful light using a variety of filters created from semi-transparent material, including tissue paper, thin fabrics, colored plastic, LEGOs or cotton balls.
UV LED (o15)
UV LED (o15)
The UV LED Bit emits a UV light which can be effective for making some things glow in the dark or change color based on their internal chemistry. Though UV isn't in the visible light spectrum, to the human eye it still appears purplish-blue.
Light Wire (o16)
Light Wire (o16)
Need more light? Or perhaps a cool way to light up your creations with flexibility and easy? This Bit is just what you need! It illuminates a soft glowing blue light that is almost 4 feet in length. Perfect for lighting things up in the dark, and applicable in many ways!
IR Transmitter (o18)
IR Transmitter (o18)
Would you like to use littleBits to turn electrical devices like a desk lamp, fan or TV on or off? Then the IR (infrared) transmitter and AC switch are what you need. Add the IR transmitter to your littleBits design to send a short pulse of modulated infrared light to wirelessly activate the AC switch and turn appliances on and off!
AC Switch
AC Switch
The AC Switch plugs into a standard AC electrical outlet, then you can plug other electrical devices into it. Watch this video to learn how to set up and use the IR Transmitter and AC Switch so you can control lights and appliances with littleBits.
Click here for more info on the AC Switch
Number (o21)
Number (o21)
The number Bit displays information that it receives from the Bits before it. It's a great way to measure the input from sensors or count things, like the score in a game.
Tethered DC Motor (o25)
Tethered DC Motor (o25)
Use the DC motor to make inventions that spin, turn, twist, and roll. Attach accessories including wheels, arms, and other crafts and supplies!
Note, there are two versions of DC motors - a "D Shaft" and a "Cross Axle". The cross axle DC motor Bit works with the the following kits: Droid Inventor Kit, Space Rover Inventor Kit , Cross axle mechanical arm, and Cross axle motorMate.
Speaker (o26)
Speaker (o26)
The speaker Bit is a tiny speaker that lets you hear the signals coming from an oscillator, an MP3 player, or a codeBit. Pair it with these Bits to add music or sound effects to your inventions.
LED Matrix (o28)
LED Matrix (o28)
The LED matrix is a colorful display that you can control using the codeBit. Set it to SERIAL mode to program your own graphics, or switch it to SIGNAL mode to play with the five preset programs we engineered to get you playing with this Bit right out of the box.
Click here for more info on the o28 LED matrix Bit.
Note: The codeBit will enable you to program the LED matrix and go beyond the preset programs.
Round LED Matrix (o29)
Round LED Matrix (o29)
The round LED matrix, is very similar to the LED matrix bit. It can be controlled with the codeBit also, and has some cool presets built into it that reacts differently based on the input Bit it is connected to.
Round LED Silicone Cover
Round LED Silicone Cover
This is simply a cover for the round LED matrix (o29) bit. It can be used to fasten the matrix to a few things from the holes on the edges, and can be used with the hand mount accessory.
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