Mote is a stylish USB-controlled RGB LED lighting system, perfect for under-shelf, under-cabinet, or mood lighting. This complete kit includes a USB controller with four channels, four APA102 LED strips (16 pixels each, 64 pixels total), four 1-metre custom cables, and a USB A to Micro B cable — everything you need to get started.

The USB controller connects to any computer (Linux, Mac, Windows, or Raspberry Pi) and can be powered directly from USB. For maximum brightness, connect a 2A+ power supply to the Micro USB power boost port. Multiple controllers can run on the same computer for larger installations.

Key Features

• 4-Channel USB Controller – Controls up to four LED strips independently
• 64 APA102 RGB Pixels – 16 pixels per strip across four strips (128 pixels per channel supported in firmware)
• 18cm LED Strips – Compact size ideal for shelf and cabinet lighting
• Cross-Platform Compatible – Works with Linux (including Raspberry Pi), macOS, and Windows
• Power Boost Port – Micro USB port for connecting a 2A+ supply for full brightness
• Python Library – Easy-to-use software with rainbow, Cheerlights, and Siri/HomeKit examples
• Chainable – Run multiple USB controllers on the same computer

Ideal For

• Under-shelf and under-cabinet accent lighting
• Mood lighting and ambient displays
• Raspberry Pi smart home lighting projects
• Siri/HomeKit voice-controlled lighting setups

Package Contents

• 1× Mote USB Controller (4 channels)
• 4× APA102 RGB LED Strips (16 pixels each, 18cm)
• 4× 1m Mote Cables (Micro USB)
• 1× USB A to Micro B Cable

Resources

• Getting Started Guide
• Mote with HomeKit & Siri Tutorial
• Python Library (GitHub)