Using Teensy 4.0 with an OctoWS2811 shield for multiple LED outputs, should I use only FastLED or merge in OctoWS2811 for DMA support? Thoughts?
hey all, been playing with teensy4.0 and fastled a while, but im not too sure about adding octows2811 for dma support. anyone experiiencd benefits or got insights on potential hiccups? seems like a cool combo but curious about real-life practce. what are yer thoughts?
Based on my experience when working on a project with similar hardware, I found that sticking with one library usually simplifies the debugging process and reduces potential conflicts with system resources. When I solely used FastLED, it provided adequate performance and ease of integration. Integrating OctoWS2811 and its DMA support can enhance performance under heavy LED loads, but it may introduce complexity with synchronization and memory management. In contrast, using just FastLED allowed for a smoother development cycle, especially when balancing timing-sensitive tasks and other system operations.
im leaning to stick with fastled only so far. its less messy and works good for most tasks unless you really need dma speed. octows2811 is cool but can bring unexpected problems so weigh if you need it.
hey guys, using fastled was simple enough for my projects, but im curious if dma’s extra speed in octows2811 might actually be beneficial in more intensive animatins. has anyone pushed the limits so far? would love to hear your experiances!
In my projects using the Teensy 4.0, I found that a clear choice depends on both the scale and complexity of your LED setup. In less intensive situations, FastLED alone provides an unobstructed design environment and avoids the complications of memory management. However, when working with larger arrays of LEDs, leveraging the hardware DMA support available with OctoWS2811 can offer improved performance by offloading data processing. This approach, though, necessitates careful synchronization and resource allocation. Evaluating your project’s demands is essential, as it allows you to choose between simplicity and enhanced control when managing high LED counts.