# Sparkle Motion Dance Shoes
## Overview
https://youtu.be/sIF5ySJJvCA
_(Video showing WLED audio-reactive synchronization)_
Let your feet put on a show with Sparkle Motion dance shoes! These clear platform heels have a huge space with a trap door for entry -- let's fill them with LEDs and a battery so we can put on a light show.
These shoes use WLED software running on Adafruit Mini Sparkle Motion driver boards and lots of RGB NeoPixel LEDs to make it easy to get creative. Built in microphones and WiFi allow the boards to sync to the music and each other. Plus, you can program animated effects and playlists using your phone, tablet, or laptop.
https://youtu.be/l1dXhXknNMo
## Parts
### Treasure Platform Shoes
Platform shoes with an accessible compartment, such as [Pleaser Treasures](https://www.shoecup.com/products/pleaser-treasure-708-clear-tip-jar-stripper-heel). These have a trap-door in the sole that can be lifted to access the platform compartment.
### Part: Clear Adhesive Squares
quantity: 1
6 pack - UGlu Dashes
[Clear Adhesive Squares](https://www.adafruit.com/product/4813)
### First, pick your favorite NeoPixel strand style
You can cut one 10m pebble strand in half:
### Adafruit NeoPixel Pebble / Seed LED Strand - 200 LEDs - 2" Pitch
[Adafruit NeoPixel Pebble / Seed LED Strand - 200 LEDs - 2" Pitch](https://www.adafruit.com/product/6024)
We have all sorts of LED strips for a wide range of needs. [_Chonky_](https://www.adafruit.com/product/3869) strips? We got those! [Strips with alligator...](https://www.adafruit.com/?q=neopixel%20alligator%20clips%20stripping%20wires)
In Stock
[Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/6024)
[Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/6024/guides)
Or get two Ball/Heart/Star shaped pixel strands:
### Adafruit NeoPixel LED Ball Shape Pixel Strand - 20 LEDs
[Adafruit NeoPixel LED Ball Shape Pixel Strand - 20 LEDs](https://www.adafruit.com/product/5984)
Attaching NeoPixel strips to your costume can be a struggle as the flexible PCBs can crack when bent too much. So how to add little orbs of color? Use these...
In Stock
[Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/5984)
[Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/5984/guides)
## Simple Shoe Variant Parts
Two each of the following parts (one set per shoe):
Two each of:
### Mini Sparkle Motion with Pre-soldered Terminal Block
[Mini Sparkle Motion with Pre-soldered Terminal Block](https://www.adafruit.com/product/6314)
The **Adafruit Sparkle Motion Mini** is part of our series of "Sparkle Motion" boards, which are our attempt to make the best small WLED-friendly smart LED driving board in the whole world. Our resident mermaid,
In Stock
[Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/6314)
[Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/6314/guides)
### Power Bank x2
These [Anker Nano USB C 5,000mAh banks](https://www.anker.com/products/a1653-usb-c-portable-charger-5000mah) fit into the opening of the shoe perfectly.
### Part: Low Profile 90º Angled USB C cable
quantity: 2
75mm flat 2 pack
[Low Profile 90º Angled USB C cable](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F8HX6HQZ?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1)
## Advanced Shoe Variant Parts
Two each of:
### Mini Sparkle Motion - WLED-friendly ESP32 NeoPixel LED Driver
[Mini Sparkle Motion - WLED-friendly ESP32 NeoPixel LED Driver](https://www.adafruit.com/product/6160)
The **Adafruit Sparkle Motion Mini** is part of our series of "Sparkle Motion" boards, that are our attempt to make the best small WLED-friendly smart LED driving board in the whole world. Our resident mermaid,
In Stock
[Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/6160)
[Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/6160/guides)
### Part: SPDT Slide Switch
quantity: 2
Breadboard-friendly
[SPDT Slide Switch](https://www.adafruit.com/product/805)
### Part: PowerBoost 1000 Charger
quantity: 2
Rechargeable 5V Lipo USB Boost @ 1A - 1000C
[PowerBoost 1000 Charger](https://www.adafruit.com/product/2465)
### Part: Adafruit USB Type C Breakout Board
quantity: 2
Horizontal
[Adafruit USB Type C Breakout Board](https://www.adafruit.com/product/4090)
### Part: Adafruit USB Type C Plug Breakout
quantity: 2
Plug
[Adafruit USB Type C Plug Breakout](https://www.adafruit.com/product/5978)
### Part: Silicone Cover Stranded-Core Ribbon Cable
quantity: 1
10 Wires - 20 AWG - 1 Meter Black
[Silicone Cover Stranded-Core Ribbon Cable](https://www.adafruit.com/product/6179)
### Part: Lithium Ion Polymer Battery
quantity: 2
3.7v 1200mAh
[Lithium Ion Polymer Battery](https://www.adafruit.com/product/258)
# Sparkle Motion Dance Shoes
## WLED Setup
Use the following two pages to set up both Mini Sparkle Motion boards with the WLED version 16 .zip file (this version includes audio reactive settings).
One board will be called `TRS-left-BOSS` as it will be the sender that the `TRS-right` board syncs with.
# Sparkle Motion Dance Shoes
## WLED Software
## Board Choices
WLED runs on several different boards in Adafruit's collection. There are different benefits to each, but the installation process is largely the same. This page contains instructions for multiple boards -- be sure to use the pinouts and installation instructions for the one you're using,
**Sparkle Motion**
This is our flagship ESP32 board, designed with WLED and Xlights in mind. It has 4 outputs and is set up to drive either 5v, 12v or 24v pixels. It's a workhorse of a board and for larger projects it's the clear winner. It has an onboard microphone for instant sound-reactive support, and an IR sensor built in, to make it easy to control your project with an infrared remote. It also has a couple stemma ports so you can add your own sensors or peripherals.
**Sparkle Motion Mini**
The Sparkle Motion Mini is a smaller version of the Sparkle Motion board. It has two LED outputs, a microphone, and two stemma ports that make it easy to add an IR sensor or other peripherals. It's got an onboard NeoPixel and a small footprint, making it perfect for wearables or smaller projects. It will power a whole lot of pixels through the onboard USB port: it's safe to draw up to 4A through this port, giving you plenty of power for most wearable projects.
Info: For Sparkle Motion Mini use at least the 0.15.1 release of WLED.
**QT Py Pico ESP32**
The [QT Py Pico](https://www.adafruit.com/product/5395) is small and affordable, so usually my go-to for smaller costumes or wearables. It also has a range of BFF add-on boards that add functionality. [Here's a guide with more QT Py info](https://learn.adafruit.com/adafruit-qt-py-esp32-pico/overview). The QT Py will drive up to around 30 pixels through the onboard USB port, so if you have more LEDs than that you may want to consider the Sparkle Motion Mini instead, or you can power the board through the +5v pin.
Note: WLED works on the QT Py Pico but NOT on the S2 or S3 versions, at the time of writing.
**Feather Huzzah ESP32 **
The [Feather Huzzah ESP32](https://www.adafruit.com/product/3405) the top of the line. It's a great choice for projects where you want to add sensors, interaction, or drive a whole lot of LEDs. It's the most reliable as well -- I've run these for two months straight with no power cycling and they just keep on truckin. Adafruit has a very wide selection of Feather Wing boards that connect to the Feather microcontroller line. The sky is the limit with these boards.
It also comes in a version with a high-powered WiFi range extender! If you're trying to sync multiple instances across distance, check this one out. [Feather Huzzah ESP32 V2 w.FL Antenna](https://www.adafruit.com/product/5438)
**Feather Huzzah ESP8266**
The [Feather Huzzah ESP8266](https://www.adafruit.com/product/2821) will run WLED as well, but won't drive as many pixels: the ESP32 limit on WLED is around 1000 pixels per input, but the ESP8266 tops out at around 500. It's about $5 cheaper though, so for smaller projects it's a great way to save a little money and still have access to all the Featherwing options in the Adafruit store.
## Driver Update
Some versions of our controllers have a new serial chip which needs a driver installed before we can install WLED. Head over to our [How to Install Drivers for WCH USB to Serial Chips](https://learn.adafruit.com/how-to-install-drivers-for-wch-usb-to-serial-chips) tutorial, and download and install the new driver.
If you have an older QT Py with CP2102 USB-to-Serial bridge, [use SiLabs’ driver instead](https://www.silabs.com/developers/usb-to-uart-bridge-vcp-drivers?tab=downloads).
## Install WLED
These next steps require a **_Web Serial_-compatible browser**. As of this writing, that means **Google Chrome** , **Microsoft Edge** or **Opera** “desktop” browsers. Other browsers (Safari, Firefox, Explorer and _anything_ mobile) won’t work.
Visit [https://install.wled.me/](https://install.wled.me/)
Plug your microcontroller into your computer with a known good USB cable. Click "Install" and select the port for your board.
Depending on the USB-to-serial bridge chip on the board, you might see one _or two_ serial ports. On Mac, for instance, there might be both “/dev/cu.usbmodem[number]” _and_ “/dev/cu.wchusbserial[number]”. Use the “ **wchusbserial** ” one.
After successful installation, enter your WiFi network name and password when prompted. This must be a **2.4 GHz** WiFi network; ESP32 does not support 5 GHz networks. If it can’t connect, then as a fallback WLED will create its own 2.4 GHz WiFi access point.
Danger: Sometimes the "Connect to Wi-Fi" prompt doesn't show up. Don't panic, just see the step below on connecting your computer or mobile device to the WLED-AP access point created on the microcontroller itself!
If you don't see the "Connect to Wi-Fi" prompt, you'll need to set up your WiFi network using AP (access point) mode. Open up your WiFi settings and look for a WiFi network called `WLED-AP`. (Note, this access point can take up to 30 seconds to appear sometimes.) Connect to this network using the default password `wled1234`. The WLED interface will pop up in its own captive browser window.
From here, go into **Config/Wifi Settings** and enter your WiFi credentials for the access point you normally use near the top.
Give your project a name in the mDNS field a little further down the page. Now you can type in "projectname.local" (where "projectname" is your mDNS name) into any web browser on the same wifi network to access your microcontroller.
You can also scan the QR code below to open access point mode.
For more help and troubleshooting tips visit the [Getting Started page on the WLED knowledge base.](https://kno.wled.ge/basics/getting-started/)
## Setup & Preferences
### WiFi Setup
Head to the **WiFi Setup** screen under Config and create a good URL so you can control your project from any web-enabled device. Call it something you'll remember, that's easy to type into any web browser on your WiFi network in order to connect to your project.
In Safari or Chrome on your phone or computer, type in this web address to access the WLED interface: [http://projectname.local](http://projectname.local) (where "projectname" is whatever you put into this field).
Check out the Additional Settings page for more info on accessing your project. WLED has an "access point mode" that doesn't require a WiFi network for when you're out on the go. It's also helpful to download one of the WLED apps to help manage and organize your projects.
### LED Preferences
Next, head to the **LED Preferences** tab under the Config menu.
Scroll down to **Hardware Setup**. Put your total number of LEDs into the "Length" field, and change GPIO to the pin number associated with the pin you soldered to. Check the pinout diagram for the board you're using (it's the number in yellow).
- [Sparkle Motion Pinout](https://learn.adafruit.com/adafruit-sparkle-motion)
- [Sparkle Motion Mini Pinout](https://learn.adafruit.com/adafruit-sparkle-motion-mini/overview)
- [QT Py Pico Pinout](https://learn.adafruit.com/assets/112309)
- [Feather Huzzah ESP8266 Pinout](https://learn.adafruit.com/assets/46249)
- [Feather Huzzah ESP32 Pinout](https://learn.adafruit.com/adafruit-huzzah32-esp32-feather/pinouts)
## Use It
Now you can use any computer or handheld device to control your LEDs.
Make sure your device is on the same WiFi network as your board. Navigate to your custom URL (projectname.local/ ) in a web browser. You'll see a color picker above a whole bunch of color palette choices.
Choose a color, choose an effect, and watch your lights animate and glow!
Save your favorite combinations as presets, create playlists, control the speed and intensity of the animations, and lots more. This web app is incredibly intuitive and easy to use.
Head over to the WLED wiki at [https://kno.wled.ge/](https://kno.wled.ge/) to delve into all the particulars.
# Sparkle Motion Dance Shoes
## WLED Additional Settings
### Brightness Limiter
Find this on the LED Settings screen.
WLED automatically limits the brightness of your project so your power supply doesn't get over-taxed. The default amperage is 850mA, which is a little low for most power supplies.
For some projects, especially battery-powered projects, having the limiter turned on is a good idea. But if you're not getting the brightness you expect, try adjusting this number to match the amperage of your power supply or battery pack.
### Access Point (AP) Mode
While you're home, it's easy to control your project over your local WiFi network. But when you're out at a festival you probably don't have WiFi access. It's still possible to connect to your project and control it using WLED's Access Point Mode.
Turn your project on and give it a minute or two to start broadcasting. Look in your WiFi networks and find **WLED-AP** - this is a mini WiFi network being broadcast by the microcontroller. Connect to it - the default password is "wled123". An instance of WLED will automatically pop up and you can control your project from anywhere.
If you're putting your lights up in public, it's a good idea to change the AP Mode default password so strangers can't log in and control your lights. This could be a security risk.
AP Mode only broadcasts for a few minutes after you boot up the board so if you don't see the WLED-AP network try rebooting.
### WLED App
There are a couple different apps available to manage your WLED projects. Name and organize your projects, and find them quickly without having to type in a URL. Check the Apple or Android store for downloads.
My favorite is "WLED Native". It allows you to organize multiple instances and easily switch between devices without having to remember any URLs.
### Backup Config & Presets
Under Config / Security & Updates you will find a place to back up your data. It's a good idea to back up your config file as soon as you're happy with the settings. Save it as a .json file on your computer. Now you can prototype and experiment to your heart's content, and if everything breaks, just re-upload this file. Or, if you're doing another build you can use this feature to copy all your settings from one board to another.
# Sparkle Motion Dance Shoes
## WLED Config, Presets, and Playlists
You can load the exact configurations and presets from backed-up .json files linked here:
[wled_cfg_TRS-left-BOSS.json](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/137/829/original/wled_cfg_TRS-left-BOSS.json?1750200013)
[wled_presets_TRS-left-BOSS.json](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/137/830/original/wled_presets_TRS-left-BOSS.json?1750200034)
[wled_cfg_TRS-right.json](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/137/831/original/wled_cfg_TRS-right.json?1750200044)
[wled_presets_TRS-right.json](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/137/832/original/wled_presets_TRS-right.json?1750200058)
## Configuration
Here are the key configuration settings for the **left** shoe (which will be the "boss" shoe that sends sync info to the right shoe):
### LED Preferences:
- Enable automatic brightness limiter: **ON**
- Maximum PSU Current: **1000** mA
- LED outputs: **WS281x**
- Color Order: **BGR**
- Length: **20**
- Data GPIO: **33**
Once you have changed these settings click **Save**.
### Sync Interfaces
- Sync groups Send: **1**
- Send Enable Sync on start: **ON**
- Send notifications on direct change: **ON**
Click Save when you are done and then reboot the Mini Sparkle Motion to enable the sync changes.
### Usermod Setup
- AudioReactive Enabled: **ON**
- Digital mic:
- Type: **SPH0654**
- Pin I2S SD: **9**
- Pin I2S WS: **10**
- Pin I2S SCK: **23**
- Pin I2S MCLK: **unused**
- Config:
- AGC: **Vivid**
## Right Shoe Sync
The right shoe will use identical settings to the left shoe, except for the Sync setup:
- Sync groups Receive: **1**
- Receive:
- Brightness: **ON**
- Color: **ON**
- Effects: **ON**
- Palette: **ON**
- Segment options: **ON**
- bounds: **ON**
**Save ** and reboot the board once these are set.
Now, with **Sync** turned on for both boards any changes made on the left shoe will be sent to the right shoe.
Before you get the shoes talking to each other, you'll want to set up some presets and perhaps an animation playlist.
**Presets** refer to a particular combination of animation, color palette, and speed/intensity/brightness settings. Making the presets is a lot of fun - you get to play around in WLED and find settings that suit your style.
**Playlists** are a scripted list of **Presets** that will play in a specific order (or shuffle) for a specified amount of time. WLED gives you a lot of control. You can also set your playlist as the default setting when WLED boots up, so you can just turn them on and go.
Play with the effects and colors until you have the lights in a mode you want to save. Click over to the "presets" tab and click "+ Preset". Give it a name and save it to your list.
Once you've saved a few presets, you can string them together into a playlist. The playlist options include the ability to set your duration (how long each preset plays) and the transition time.
Take note of the number assigned to your playlist. In the next step you'll set up WLED to default to this playlist on startup.
Head to **Config** --\> **LED Preferences** and scroll down until you find the **Defaults** section. Here you have an option for "Apply preset 0 at boot". Enter the number of your playlist here and click "save". Now when you boot up WLED your playlist will load first automatically.
You can also control the default brightness here. If you're finding your battery life to be too short, turning the brightness down will help.
# Sparkle Motion Dance Shoes
## WLED AP-Mode Sync
WLED software is great when you're within range of WiFi. However, we want the shoes to sync when on stage, out of reach of any of usual WiFi networks. WLED has this capability! As long as the Mini Sparkle Motion boards are close to each other (within a few feet), we can use Access Point mode (AP-MODE) to sync our shoes together.
Here's how this works:
## Left Shoe Boss (host) Setup
The left shoe will be set up as the access point host.
Turn your left shoe on, but keep the right one turned off to avoid confusion. Make sure your smartphone or computer is on the same WiFi network you used during setup.
Connect to your left shoe Mini Sparkle Motion board by going to [http://trs-left-boss.local](http://trs-left-boss.local) in your web browser to bring up the WLED interface.
Head to **Config --\> Wifi Setup**. Scroll down until you find **Configure Access Point**.
By default this field is populated with **WLED-AP**. Change this to " **trs-shoes-WLED-AP**" and give it a password, such as `yas2LEDs`
Change the **AP opens** dropdown to **Always**.
Scroll back up and find the Network Name (SSID) field. This should contain your WiFi network name, which you entered during setup. Remove the text from this field so your shoes stay off the WiFi while we're testing.
Click Save. Now your Mini Sparkle Motion is no longer connected to your home WiFi but is broadcasting its own WiFi network called " **trs-shoes-WLED-AP**". You may get an error in your browser -- this is normal.
Go into WiFi settings and connect to the " **trs-shoes-WLED-AP**" network. (If you don't see it, try power cycling the Mini Sparkle Motion). This network is being created by your Mini Sparkle Motion. It's not connected to the internet but you can still use it to control and sync your shoes.
Once you join " **trs-shoes-WLED-AP**" you may get a popup window with your WLED controls. Success! Now you can control this board without relying on your home WiFi.
If you don't get a popup, you can connect manually by heading to 4.3.2.1 in your browser.
Click **Config** and choose **Sync Interfaces**. Click the "Send" box on channel 1 since this is our broadcasting shoe.
## Right shoe (Receiver) Setup
Turn the left shoe power off and turn the right shoe on.
The right shoe is still talking to your home WiFi network, so on your phone or computer, go back to your WiFi settings and connect to your home WiFi instead of the " **trs-shoes-WLED-AP**" network.
Note: This should have happened automatically since the left shoe's AP will have disappeared when it was turned off.
Type in **trs-right.local** in your browser to pull up the WLED interface.
Head to **Config --\> Sync Interfaces** again, and this time under Sync Setup click the **Receive** box since this is our receiver.
Go back to **Config --\> WiFi settings**.
Replace your home network name with " **trs-shoes-WLED-AP**". Don't put this in the AP-mode field like you did with the left shoe -- put it in the Network Name field since this shoe is a receiver, not a broadcaster. Update the password as well.
Click "save". Now your right shoe is looking for the " **trs-shoes-WLED-AP**" network and so you may lose connectivity for a bit.
Turn the right shoe off and the left shoe on. In just a moment or two you'll see the " **trs-shoes-WLED-AP**" WiFi network appear again.
Click the **Sync** button at the top of the screen to turn on sync mode. Now your left shoe is broadcasting to the " **trs-shoes-WLED-AP**" network.
Turn the right shoe on. Wait a moment or two. When the lights change between modes (if you're playing a playlist) the two shoes will sync up. Magic!
Learn more about how all this works at the WLED knowledge base at [https://kno.wled.ge/](https://kno.wled.ge/)
Click the "nodes" button under the **Info** tab to see a list of all the instances of WLED on a particular network and their respective IP addresses.
## Troubleshooting
Things can get confusing when you're working with more than one instance of WLED. If you find you can't connect to your board at all, on any WiFi network, the best thing to do is to plug the board into your computer and head back to [install.wled.me](http://install.wled.me) and go through the install process again. During this process you'll have the opportunity to "Visit Device" or "Change WiFi". This is the best way to troubleshoot if you've mistyped a password or just can't connect for any reason. Don't be afraid to reinstall the software and start fresh if you can't figure out what's wrong.
It also really helps to install the WLED Native app, which adds a layer of control where you can name and organize different instances of WLED.
## Use It
To control your shoes when you're not in WiFi range:
1. Turn on the right shoe (broadcaster)
2. Connect to the " **trs-shoes-WLED-AP**" WiFi network that appears with your smart phone
3. Turn on the right shoe (receiver)
4. Be sure the "sync" button is checked in the app. Changes made in the app will control both shoes.
# Sparkle Motion Dance Shoes
## Treasure Shoes Simple Build
## Wire NeoPixel strip to Mini Sparkle Motion
Cut any connector from the NeoPixel strip input end and remove about 2-3mm of insulation.
Screw the wires to the Mini Sparkle Motion's terminal block as shown:
- NeoPixel ground wire (black) to Mini Sparkle Motion **G**
- NeoPixel +V wire (red) to Mini Sparkle Motion **5V**
- NeoPixel Data In wire (green) to Mini Sparkle Motion **33**
If you have questions about using seed/pebble NeoPixel strands, [check out this excellent guide](https://learn.adafruit.com/adafruit-neopixel-uberguide/seed-pixels)!
## Foam Liner
This is an optional step -- you can cut some thin craft foam and tape it inside the shoe. This will help reduce any rattling of the battery or strand as well as reflect more light up from the bottom of the platform.
## Plug in USB C cable to Battery
Plug in one end of the USB C cable to the battery.
## Add Adhesive Strips to Battery
Add three adhesive strips to the battery as shown -- one where the battery will contact the bottom of the platform and two along the side that will contact the back wall.
## Insert Battery in Shoe
Put the battery into the shoe and press it down and back for ten seconds to allow the adhesive to make a solid connection.
## Insert NeoPixel Strand
Holding the USB C cable off to one side, insert the NeoPixel strand into the shoe. Start from the non-Sparkle Motion end.
You can use long tweezers or other tool to help push the strip in, making sure to get coverage on both sides of the battery and the front section of the platform.
## Testing
Plug in the Mini Sparkle Motion to the USB C cable to make sure it is working.
## Attach Mini Sparkle Motion to Trap Door
Use an adhesive strip to attach the Mini Sparkle Motion to the inside of the shoe's trap door -- making sure that there will be clearance for it when closed.
Plug the USB C cable into the Mini Sparkle Motion to turn it on, unplug it to turn it off. Simple!
## Charging
When it's time to charge the battery, unplug the USB C cable from the Mini Sparkle Motion and plug it into a USB C extension cable plugged into a charger. You can see the battery level on the built-in LED indicator.
You're ready to put on a show!
Now repeat this for the second shoe.
https://youtu.be/sIF5ySJJvCA
# Sparkle Motion Dance Shoes
## Treasure Shoes Advanced Circuit
This more advanced version adds a couple of nice upgrades to the basic model. By using an Adafruit Power Boost 1000C, you can boost the voltage from a 3.7V LiPo battery of your choice to 5V USB output, and you can add a remote charging port and on/off switch.
As far as the wiring for the LEDS, if you have questions about using seed/pebble NeoPixel strands, [check out this excellent guide](https://learn.adafruit.com/adafruit-neopixel-uberguide/seed-pixels)!
## 3D Printed Cases
Print two each of the case and lid for the Mini Sparkle Motion and the Power Boost 1000C.
[Case Models](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/137/773/original/sparkle_shoes.zip?1750092344)
## NeoPixel Wiring & Case
Cut the connector from the NeoPixel strip input end and remove about 2mm of insulation.
Screw the wires to the Mini Sparkle Motion's terminal block as shown (you can alternately solder the wires directly to the Mini Sparkle Motion without terminal blocks as shown in the second photo):
- NeoPixel ground wire (black) to Mini Sparkle Motion **G**
- NeoPixel +V wire (red) to Mini Sparkle Motion **5V**
- NeoPixel Data In wire (green) to Mini Sparkle Motion **33**
Then, place the Mini Sparkle Motion in the case and close it up.
## Power Boost Output Wiring
Using a 2" pair of wires, solder the USB C plug breakout's **VBUS** and **GND** pads to the Power Boost USB output **+** and **-** pads.
Note: the Power Boost ships with an unsoldered USB Type A connector, we won't be using that in order to save space.
## Power Boost Input Wiring & Switch
Remove one outer leg from the switch using diagonal cutters.
Insert the center leg of the switch into the USB C downstream breakout **GND** pad and solder it -- don't clip the excess leg, we'll use that in a moment to solder the ground wire.
Using a 10" section of 3-conductor wire ribbon cable, connect the
- USB C downstream breakout **VBUS** to Power Boost **USB** pin
- USB C downstream breakout **GND ** (it's easiest to solder this wire to the switch center leg that protrudes from the pad) to the Power Boost **GND** pin
- Switch **NO** leg (either outside leg) to Power Boost **En** pin
## Battery
Plug in the LiPo battery. The switch will turn the Power Boost output on and off.
Plug in a USB C charger into the USB C downstream breakout and the LiPo will charge -- you'll see the yellow LED light up during charging.
## Cases
Place the Power Boost in its case and snap the lid on.
Plug the USB C plug into the Mini Sparkle Motion board.
# Sparkle Motion Dance Shoes
## Treasure Shoes Advanced Assembly
## Power Assembly
Plug the battery into the Power Boost 1000C and use an adhesive square to connect the Power Boost case to the battery as shown.
Plug the Power Boost USB C output into the Mini Sparkle Motion.
## Build the Ship In a Bottle
Place an adhesive square on the underside of the battery and then feed it into the shoe.
Put another adhesive square under the Mini Sparkle Motion case so that you can affix it to the Power Boost case once they are inside. You'll need to use a long set of tweezers, chopsticks, or similar tool to press it down securely.
## Add LEDs
While keeping the USB C downstream charging port and on/off switch assembly out of the way, insert the NeoPixel strand as shown.
## Secure Charging Port
Using an adhesive square, affix the charging port/switch combo inside the trap door with enough clearance to close.
## Charge the Battery
To charge, lift the trap door and plug in a USB C charger. The Power Boost's yellow indicator LED will illuminate during charging.
## Power it On
Simply lift the trap door and flip the switch to turn the shoe on or off.
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