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Light My Bricks: LEGO Pirates of Barracuda Bay 21322 Lighting Kit

 

The following page is the instructions for the Light My Bricks Pirates of Barracuda Bay (21322) LED light kit.

If you run into any issues, please refer to the online troubleshooting guide.

To ensure a trouble-free installation of your light kit, please read and follow each step carefully. These instructions can be downloaded in PDF format here

Please note: This page lists instructions for the LED light kit only. If you are wishing to purchase the Light My Bricks LEGO Pirates of Barracuda Bay (21322) LED light kit , please click here to view the product page

 

Package Contents:

Bit Lights

  • 6x White 30cm Bit Lights
  • 6x White 15cm Bit Lights
  • 2x White 30cm Micro Bit Lights
  • 5x White 15cm Micro Bit Lights
  • 1x Green 30cm Bit Lights

Strip Lights

  • 4x Warm White Strip Lights
  • 4x Blue Strip Lights
  • 1x Green Strip Light

Expansion Boards

  • 1x 2-Port Expansion Board
  • 3x 6-Port Expansion Boards
  • 1x 8-Port Expansion Board
  • 2x Micro 2-4 Port Expansion Boards
  • 2x Flicker Effects Boards

Connecting Cables

  • 5x 5cm Connecting Cables
  • 6x 15cm Connecting Cables
  • 4x 30cm Connecting Cables
  • 2x 50cm Connecting Cables
 
  • 1x USB Power Cable

LEGO Pieces:

  • 1x Trans Clear Plate w Rounded Bottom 2×2
  • 2x Black Round Plate 1×1 with Open Stud
  • 2x Black Tile 1×1 with Clip Rounded Edges
  • 2x Black 1×1 Modified Plate Rounded with Handle 
   

Important things to note:

Laying cables in between and underneath bricks

Cables can fit in between and underneath LEGO® bricks, plates, and tiles providing they are laid correctly between the LEGO® studs. Do NOT forcefully join LEGO® together around cables; instead ensure they are laying comfortably in between each stud.

CAUTION: Forcing LEGO® to connect over a cable can result in damaging the cable and light.

Connecting cable connectors to Expansion Boards

Take extra care when inserting connectors to ports of Expansion Boards. Connectors can be inserted only one way. With the expansion board facing up, look for the soldered “=” symbol on the left side of the port. The connector side with the wires exposed should be facing toward the soldered “=” symbol as you insert into the port. If a plug won’t fit easily into a port connector, do not force it.

Incorrectly inserting the connector can can result in bent pins inside the port or possible overheating of the expansion board when connected.  

Connecting cable connectors to Strip Lights

Take extra care when inserting connectors to ports on the Strip Lights. Connectors can be inserted only one way. With the Strip Light facing up, ensure the side of the connector with the wires exposed is facing down. If a plug won’t fit easily into a port connector, don’t force it. Doing so will damage the plug and the connector.

Connecting Micro Cable connectors to Micro Expansion Board Ports

Take extra care when inserting the micro connectors to micro ports of Micro Expansion Boards. Connecting Micro Bit Lights to Micro Expansion Boards is similar to connecting lights and cables to Strip Lights. With the expansion board facing up, ensure the side of the connector with the wires exposed is facing down. If a plug won’t fit easily into a port connector, do not force it. Use your fingernail to push the plastic part of the connector to the micro port.
 

Installing Bit Lights under LEGO® bricks and plates.

When installing Bit Lights under LEGO® pieces, ensure they are placed the correct way up (Yellow LED component exposed). You can either place them directly on top of LEGO® studs or in between.

 

OK, Let’s Begin!

  1.) We will begin with lighting the left section first. Seperate the two sections, then disconnect the front of the ship via the ball joints.
  Disconnect the following black bricks from underneath the ship, then disconnect the following 2×4 plate from the top.
    2.) Take a Green Strip Light and connect a 30cm Connecting Cable to the left port, then connect a 15cm Connecting Cable to the right port. Thread both cables up underneath the first floor, then pull both cables out from the top.
  Peel off the adhesive backing from the green strip light and stick it underneath the first floor in the following position.
  Pull both cables all the way out from above, then disconnect the following black 1×1 tile on the side and lay the cables down across to the side of the ship in between studs as shown below. Reconnect both the tile and the 2×4 plate we removed earlier over the top. Ensure there are no dangling cables showing where the strip light is.
    3.) Take out a 6-Port Expansion Board and connect the end of the 15cm Connecting Cable to one of the far ports, then connect a USB power Cable to the next port on the board. Connect the other end of the USB cable to your USB Power Bank or wall adaptor (sold separately) to test the Green Strip Light is working OK.
 
Note: If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light or expansion board). To correct any issues with expansion board ports, please view the section addressing expansion board issues on our online troubleshooting guide.
  Power Bank Note – If your are using the Light My Bricks USB Power Bank, it is normal for the strip light to turn off automatically after a few minutes. This is due to very low power being consumed from the power bank. You won’t have this issue later on when you connect up more lights.     4.) Disconnect the lamp from the front side of this section, then disassemble it as per below.
  Take a White 30cm Bit Light and thread the connector side of the cable through the base (larger hole) of the trans yellow round brick. Thread the cable through, then slightly bend the LED onto a 90 degree angle so that it will eventually point directly down when the lamp is reconnected. Pull the cable all the way from the top of the trans brick so that the LED sits comfortably inside, then thread the connector end of the cable through the base of the lamp enclosure. Pull the cable out from the outside, then reconnect the trans yellow brick inside.
    5.) Reconnect the lamp to the lamp post, then pull the cable over the top post and then bring the cable back down and thread the cable between the two black clips. Reconnect the lamp to the deck, then thread the cable underneath. Pull the cable all the way out from behind, then thread it through the back of the deck (in between the rock and the tree trunk)
  Disconnect the following pieces and lay the cable down in between studs before reconnecting these pieces over the top.
  Take the front section of the ship and reconnect the black bricks underneath. Connect the ship back to the set via the ball joints, then turn the set around and connect the Bit Light cable from the lamp to the 6-port expansion board. Turn the power ON to test the lamp LED is working OK.
    6.) Take a 15cm Connecting Cable and connect one end of the cable to the 6-Port Expansion Board. Thread the other end of the cable through to the left (behind the post that is attached to the rigging). Bring the cable underneath the ships’s kitchen, then connect the cable to a Blue Strip Light.
  Take a 30cm Connecting Cable and connect it to the Blue Strip Light’s left port. Peel off the adhesive backing and mount the strip light underneath the ship in the following position.
  Thread the other end of the 30cm Cable through to the outside of the ship, then pull the cable down and thread it in between the deck post and deck base. Pull the cable all the way out as shown below.
    7.) Disconnect the lamp post section from the front, then disconnect the following two larger brown plates.
  Take the 30cm Connecting cable from the side and thread it underneath the deck, then lay it around the following studs of the deck post. Reconnect one of the larger brown plates over the top as shown below.
    8.) Disassemble the lamp section as per below, then repeat the same method used for the previous lamp to install another White 30cm Bit Light to it.
    9.) Locate the 30cm Connecting Cable from underneath the deck and connect it to a Blue Strip Light. Connect the Bit Light cable from the lamp post to the other port on the blue strip light.
  Reconnect the lamp post to the front of the large brown plate that sits at the front of the deck, then turn it over so we can access underneath of it. Using the adhesive backing, stick the Blue Strip Light underneath this plate in the below position.
  Twist/Fold the excess cable from the Bit Light and Connecting Cable into neat bunches, then turn the plate over and tuck the cables neatly underneath the plate behind. Reconnect the large brown plate, then disconnect the brown tile at the front and further tuck in any excess cable before reconnecting the tile.
  Turn ON the power to test all the lights installed so far are working OK.
  Note: If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light or expansion board). To correct any issues with expansion board ports, please view the section addressing expansion board issues on our online troubleshooting guide.     10.) From the back of this section, remove the top floor above the captain’s HQ, then locate the spare end of the 30cm Connecting Cable from the Green Strip Light below and bring it up above the top floor. Slip the cable in between the yellow plates on the right and connect it to an 8-Port Expansion Board.
  Disconnect the two lamps, then repeat the same method used for the previous lamps to install this time, a White 15cm Bit Light to each lamp (Total 2x White 15cm Bit Lights)
    11.) Reconnect one of the lamps to the side of the ship, then follow the below images to disconnect the surrounding pieces.
  Bring the lamp cable through to the inside of the captain’s HQ and lay it down in between studs before reconnecting all the pieces we removed earlier.
    12.) Take the other lamp post and loop the cable around the top of the lamp post. Disconnect the railing section above the door, then reconnect the lamp post to it.
  Thread the cable through the railing and pull it all the way out from the other side before reconnecting this section back to the top of the ship.
  Disconnect the following brown tile and lay down the cable from the lamp above in between studs, before reconnecting the tile over the top. Connect the two lamp cables to the 8-Port Expansion Board. Turn ON the power to test the lamp lights are working OK.
 
Note: If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light or expansion board). To correct any issues with expansion board ports, please view the section addressing expansion board issues on our online troubleshooting guide.
    13.) From the front of the set, disconnect the front panel on the top floor as well as the two lamp sections.
  Disassemble one of the lamps, then take a White 30cm Bit Light and thread the connector side of the cable through the base of the trans yellow brick (larger hole). Place the LED all the way inside the brick (without bending it on a 90 degree angle like we did earlier).
  With the LED facing the inside wall of the trans yellow brick, carefully reconnect the black bar through the larger hole of the brick. You will notice the bar will be on a slight angle because of the LED pushing against it. This is normal. Do not forcefully push the black bar all the way through, we just need the bar to be pushed in enough to stay secure. Pushing the bar the whole way through may break the cable.
  Reconnect the black dish, then thread the cable through the inside of the lamp enclosure before reconnecting everything back together. Align the lamp enclosure so that the LED is facing directly forward.
  Repeat this step to install another White 30cm Bit Light to the other lamp.     14.) Reconnect one of the lamps to the left side, then slip the cable inside the corner behind as well as down on the side of the wall as shown below. Connect the cable to the 8-Port Expansion Board
  Repeat this step for the other lamp to the right side.
  Turn ON the power to test the lamp lights are working OK.   Note: If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light or expansion board). To correct any issues with expansion board ports, please view the section addressing expansion board issues on our online troubleshooting guide.     15.) Take out the following provided pieces included in this kit (to assemble a spot light) as well a White 15cm Bit Light
  • 1x Black Round Plate 1×1 with Open Stud
  • 1x Black Tile 1×1 with Clip Rounded Edges
  • 1x Black 1×1 Modified Plate Rounded with Handle 
  Thread the connector end of the Bit Light through the bottom of the round plate with open stud (larger hole). Slightly bend the LED so that it sits flat against the inside of the plate, then connect the plate to the bottom of the rounded plate with handle.
  Thread the cable through the space of the handle, pulling it all the way out from the other side, then connect the handle to the tile with clip.
    16.) Take the front panel we removed earlier and flip it over. Take a Warm White Strip Light and connect the Bit Light from previous step to the left port, and connect a new 30cm Connecting Cable to the right port. Using it’s adhesive backing, stick the Strip Light underneath the front panel as per below.
  Reconnect the panel to the front of the set, ensuring the 30cm connecting cable is placed through the left corner in between the two yellow walls. Hide the cable down in between sections on the floor, then connect it to the 8-port Expansion Board.
    17.) Connect the spotlight section to the top of the tree branch piece to the following stud. Position the spot light so that the LED is shining up onto the Pirate flag.
  Neaten up the cable by twisting it into a neat bunch, then tucking it in underneath the panel as shown below:
  Turn ON the power to test the strip light and spot light is working OK.
    18.) Disconnect the captains desk with candles from inside of the headquarters. Disconnect the candles and remove the flame piece from each candle.
  Take a White 15cm Micro Bit Light and carefully bend/fold the LED side of the cable about 5mm down. With the LED facing in, insert the folded part into the Candle piece, then secure it in place by reconnecting the flame piece. Fold the cable down the side of the candle.
  Repeat this step to install another 3x White 15cm Micro Bit Lights to the remaining 3 candles, then reconnect all four candles to the desk.     19.) Turn the desk around, then group the four cables and twist them around each other a few times. Continue to twist/braid the cables around each other all the way to the ends, then connect them to the smaller ports on a Micro 2-4 Port Expansion Board
  Connect a 5cm Connecting Cable to the larger port on the expansion board, then connect the other end of the cable to one of the OUT ports on a Flicker Effects Board. Connect a new 5cm Connecting Cable to the IN port on the Flicker effects board.
    20.) Reconnect the desk inside the captain’s HQ, then lay the cables down the left side of the room. Connect the other end of the 5cm Connecting cable to the 8-port Expansion Board near the door.
  Ensure the cables down the right side are well hidden into the corners, then fold down the captain’s bed to help further conceal the cables.
  Turn ON the power to test the candle lights are working and flickering OK.
  Note: If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light, expansion board or effects board). To correct any issues with expansion board ports, please view the section addressing expansion board issues on our online troubleshooting guide.     21.) We will now light up the kitchen area. First, disconnect the left section underneath the door, then carefully partially disconnect the top floor section to allow us to disconnect the white angled brick, followed by the pieces behind it.
    22.) Take a White 15cm Bit Light and connect it to a spare port on the 8-Port Expansion Board inside the captain’s HQ. Bring the cable over the left wall, slipping it in between the black wall sections as shown below.
  Bring the cable inside the kitchen area, threading the cable underneath the black angled bricks.
    23.) Take the provided Trans Clear 2×2 Plate w Rounded Bottom and place the LED facing down in the middle of the inside of the plate (studded area). While ensuring the LED stays facing down inside the plate, connect the plate underneath the roof of this section as shown below. The Bit Light should be secured and facing down.
  From the outside of the ship, pull the excess cable back inside the captain’s HQ ensuring the cable is slipped completely inside the gaps.
  Turn the power ON to test the kitchen light is working OK.
  Reconnect all the pieces we removed earlier, then securely reconnect the top floor section as well as the outside floor section.
    24.) Clean up messy cables inside the captain’s HQ by bunching up cables and components and placing them behind the treasure chest. Lift up the treasure chest lid to further conceal the cables.
  Disconnect the following three tiles from above the door. Lay the cables across the top beam, in between studs, then one by one, reconnect the tiles over them to prevent the cables from dangling down.
  Do your best to hide the wiring so that they aren’t seen dangling down when you open the door.   Turn all the lights on again to test everything is looks OK.
    25.) Take a Warm White Strip Light and connect a 50cm Connecting Cable to it. Using it’d adhesive backing, stick the strip light underneath the second horizontal beam, ensuring the connecting cable is facing the back.
  Bring the cable over the beam and towards the centre bracket, then tuck it underneath and loop it over the bracket as shown below, bringing the cable down the centre mast.
  Wind the cable around the centre mast, then bring it under the bottom beam and bracket, toward the back.
  Bring the cable through in between the rope ladder and mast, then pull it out between the rope ladder and the ship.
  Pull the cable all the way out from the bottom and connect it to a spare port on the 6-Port Expansion Board.       26.) Disconnect the following black 1×1 tile on the bottom of the ship. Group together and lay the cables down on either side of the stud, then reconnect the tile over the top.
  Turn the power ON to test the Strip Light is working OK along with all the lights on this entire section of the set.
 
Note: If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light, expansion board or effects board). To correct any issues with expansion board ports, please view the section addressing expansion board issues on our online troubleshooting guide.
  Disconnect the USB Power Cable from the 6-Port Expansion Board as we will use this to test the lights we install to the right section of this set.
    27.) We will now move onto the right section. First remove the ship from the dock by disconnecting it from the technic pins on the dock and pulling it all the way out.
  Disconnect the brown plate from the front of the deck and flip it over so we can access underneath. Take a Blue Strip Light and connect a 15cm Connecting Cable to it. Take another 15cm Connecting Cable and connect it to the other port, then using it’s adhesive backing, stick the strip light underneath the brown plate in the following position:
  Thread the 15cm Connecting cable facing the back underneath the steps before reconnecting the brown plate to the dock. Ensure the other 15cm connecting cable is laid out toward the left side.
    28.) Disconnect the lamp sections at the front and the top of the stairs, then using the same method used to install previous lamps, install a White 15cm Bit Light to the front lamp and a White 30cm Bit Light to the lamp from the top of the stairs.
  Take the lamp from the front and thread the cable underneath the deck before reconnecting the lamp to the deck.
    29.) Reconnect the other lamp to the top of the stairs, then bring the cable underneath the top of the stairs, toward the left side. Loop the cable by threading it through the middle space underneath the top step. Pull the cable all the way down from underneath ensuring there is no loose dangling cable around the stairs.
  Thread the cable through the bottom of the steps via the middle space, then loop it by threading it back through the middle space. Pull the cable out from the front, then lay it out towards the left side.
  Connect both lamp Bit Light cables as well as the 15cm Connecting Cable from the Blue Strip Light (closest one facing the back) to a 6-Port Expansion Board. Take the USB Power Cable and connect it to a spare port on the expansion board, then turn the power ON to test the lights installed to this section are working OK.
 

Note: If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light or expansion board). To correct any issues with expansion board ports, please view the section addressing expansion board issues on our online troubleshooting guide.

    30.) Connect the spare end of the 15cm Connecting Cable from the Blue Strip Light to a new Blue Strip Light, then leave this aside for now as we will stick this strip light underneath the ship later on.
  Disconnect the USB Power Cable from the expansion board as we will use this to test lights we are about to install to the ship.
    31.) Disconnect the following square plate from the ship’s deck, then un-clip the bottom of the rope ladder to allow us to completely remove the square plate along with the mast.
  Disconnect the following plates from the main floor, then remove the front panel as well as the plate underneath as shown below.
    32.) Disconnect the following 3 sections from the lower deck that the candles are connected to.
  Disconnect the following plates and sections from the right side of the ship.
    33.) Take the table with the pirate hat and following the same method used to install lights to the candles in the captain’s HQ, install a White 30cm Micro Bit Light to this candle.
  Reconnect the candle to the table, then turn this section around and disconnect the gold square tile and lay the cable underneath before reconnecting the tile. Ensure the cable is laying out the side, then reconnect the table to the inside of the lower deck.
  Lay the cable from the candle down in between studs across the floor toward the opposite side. Turn the ship over to the left side and tuck the cable down underneath the shelf next to the bed.
    34.) Take the table with the cups, and following the same method used in the previous step, install another White 30cm Micro Bit Light to this candle.
  Reconnect the candle to the table ensuring the cable is facing the left side, then disconnect the top plate and lay the cable underneath before reconnecting it (cable facing inside). Reconnect the table back inside the lower deck.
  Using a LEGO Removal Tool, disconnect the following brown square tile with stud and lay the cable underneath it in between studs, before reconnecting the tile back over it. Lay the cable across the floor toward the back, then tuck it underneath the same shelf we tucked the other cable under.
    35.) Install a White 15cm Micro Bit Light to the remaining candle on the shelf (this time, we don’t need to fold the cable down the side of the candle), then reconnect this section back inside the lower deck.
    36.) Disconnect the following pieces from the right side of the ship, then lay three Micro Bit Light cables over the side of the ship. Ensure they are all laid in between studs as demonstrated in the below images, then reconnect pieces over the top.
  Lay the cables down the side of the ship, then disconnect the following black 1×1 tile. Lay the cables down each side of the stud before reconnecting the tile over the top.
    37.) Connect the three Micro Bit Lights to a Micro 2-4 Port Expansion Board. Connect a 5cm Connecting Cable to the larger port on the expansion board, then connect the other end of the cable to one of the OUT ports on a new Flicker Effects Board
  Connect a new 5cm Connecting Cable to the IN port on the Flicker Effects Board, then connect the other end of this cable to a 6-Port Expansion Board. Connect the USB Power Cable to any spare port on the expansion board, then turn the power ON to test the candle lights are working and flickering OK.
 

Note: If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light, expansion board or effects board). To correct any issues with expansion board ports, please view the section addressing expansion board issues on our online troubleshooting guide.

    38.) Disconnect the USB Power Cable from the 6-Port Expansion Board, then twist/fold the micro bit light cables into a neat bunch.
  Bring all the expansion boards together and twist the two 5cm connecting cables into a neat bunch.
    39.) Take the front panel section and disconnect the lamp post. Using the same method used to install previous lamp lights, install a White 15cm Bit Light to it. Wind the cable around the lamp post as shown below, then reconnect it to this section.
  Turn this section onto it’s back so we can access underneath of it. Connect the Bit Light cable to the left port on a Warm White Strip Light, then connect a 15cm Connecting Cable to the right port.
  Using it’s adhesive backing, stick the strip light underneath this section in the following position, then neaten up the excess cable from the Bit Light by twisting/folding it into a neat bunch.
    40.) Reconnect the panel to the plate underneath, then tuck the 15cm connecting cable underneath and in between the panel and the plate before reconnecting this section to the top of the ship.
  Bring the 15cm cable across to the right side of the ship and connect it to a spare port on the 6-Port Expansion board. Connect the USB Power Cable to the expansion board and turn the power ON to test the lights are working OK.
  Note: If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light, expansion board or effects board). To correct any issues with expansion board ports, please view the section addressing expansion board issues on our online troubleshooting guide.     41.) Disconnect the roof section above the skeleton’s cell, then take a Green 30cm Bit Light and ensuring the LED is facing down, lay the cable down in between the following studs. Reconnect the roof.
  Disconnect the following sections that make up the top of the stairs, then fold the Bit Light cable down the outside of the prison cell. Lay the cable down in between studs as shown below, then reconnect the stair sections.
  Disconnect the following black brick, then lay the cable down over the edge, in between studs. Reconnect the brick over the top, then connect the cable to the next available port on the 6-Port Expansion Board.
  Turn the Power ON to test the green light is working OK.
  Note: If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light, expansion board or effects board). To correct any issues with expansion board ports, please view the section addressing expansion board issues on our online troubleshooting guide.     42.) Reconnect the following 2 plates to the top of the ship.
  Lay the green bit light cable down in between studs as shown below, before reconnecting the remaining brown plate as well as the black 1×12 plate.
  Reconnect the square plate to the middle of the deck as well as the other square plate with the mast and upper section.
    43.) Disconnect the black cone piece from the bottom of the upper flag pole, then disconnect the flag pole and connect it to the hole behind.
  Take out the following provided LEGO pieces and using the same method used to install the spot light from the other flag (step 15), install a White 30cm Bit Light to it.
  • 1x Black Round Plate 1×1 with Open Stud
  • 1x Black Tile 1×1 with Clip Rounded Edges
  • 1x Black 1×1 Modified Plate Rounded with Handle 
  Thread the Bit Light cable through the top of the black cone, then connect the cone to the bottom of the spot light.
    44.)  Connect the cone and spot light to the bottom of the flag pole and position the spot light so that it is facing toward the Flag.
  Bring the Bit Light cable down and wrap it around the mast as shown below, then tuck it in between the mast and the beam underneath the look-out platform.
  Connect the Bit Light to a 2-Port Expansion Board. Connect the remaining 15cm Connecting Cable to the other port, then bring the cable down and loop it twice around the bracket connected to the horizontal beam underneath.
    45.) Take the remaining Warm White Strip Light and connect the other end of the 15cm connecting cable to it. Take out the remaining 30cm Connecting Cable and connect the strip light’s other port. Using it’s adhesive backing, stick the strip light underneath the horizontal beam as shown below:
  Bring the cable over the bracket and pull it down from the other side, then wind the cable around the bottom of the mast a few times as shown below.
  Bring the cable down the right side of the ship and connect it to a spare port on the 6-Port Expansion Board below.
  Ensure the connecting cable is laid across the floor in between studs, then reconnect sections we removed earlier.
  Turn ON the power to test the spot light and strip light is working OK.
    46.) Disconnect the USB Power Cable from the 6-Port Expansion Board, then connect a new 5cm Connecting Cable to the expansion board.
  Go back to the docks section and connect a 50cm Connecting Cable to the 6-port Expansion board underneath the deck. Thread the other end underneath the stairs through to the right side of the set.
  Bring the ship close to this section and place it onto it’s left side so we can access underneath of it. Take the spare Blue Strip Light we left aside earlier on and stick it underneath the ship in the below position using it’s adhesive backing.
  Flip the ship back over and take the other end of the 5cm Connecting cable from the bottom and connect the other end of the cable to a spare port on the 6-port expansion board from underneath the deck.
  Reconnect it to the docks via the two technic pins ensuring all the expansion boards are well hidden underneath the stairs and the spare end of the 50cm Connecting Cable is laid out the right side.
    47.) Bring the two main sections together and from the back of the set, bring the 50cm Connecting Cable over to the right side and connect it to a spare port on the 6-port expansion board on the far right side of the set.
  Secure any loose excess cable underneath the ladder and underneath the base plates.
  Connect the USB Power Cable to a spare port on the 6-port expansion board on the far right side, then neaten up the cables connected to it by twisting and folding them up into a neat bunch. Tuck the bunched up cables underneath the ship, then turn ON the power to test all the lights are working OK.
  Note: If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light, expansion board or effects board). To correct any issues with expansion board ports, please view the section addressing expansion board issues on our online troubleshooting guide.    

This finally completes installation of the Light My Bricks Pirates of Barracuda Bay Light Kit.

We thank you for purchasing this product and hope you ENJOY!

 
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Light My Bricks: LEGO International Space Station 21321 Lighting Kit

 

The following page is the instructions for the Light My Bricks International Space Station (21321) LED light kit.

If you run into any issues, please refer to the online troubleshooting guide.

To ensure a trouble-free installation of your light kit, please read and follow each step carefully. These instructions can be downloaded in PDF format here

Please note: This page lists instructions for the LED light kit only. If you are wishing to purchase the Light My Bricks LEGO International Space Station (21321) LED light kit , please click here to view the product page

 

Package Contents:

  • 9x Cool White 30cm Bit Lights
  • 2x Blue 30cm Bit Light
  • 1x Flashing White 15cm Bit Light
  • 3x White 30cm Micro Bit Lights
  • 1x White Strip Light
  • 3x 6-Port Expansion Board
  • 1x 8-Port Expansion Board
  • 1x Micro 2-4 Port Expansion Board
  • 1x Flicker Effects Board
  • 4x 5cm Connecting Cables
  • 2x 15cm Connecting Cables
  • 1x USB Power Cable
  • 12x Ahdesive Squares
LEGO Pieces:
  • 4x Trans Clear Round Plate 1×1
  • 3x Trans Orange Round Plate 1×1

Important things to note:

Laying cables in between and underneath bricks

Cables can fit in between and underneath LEGO® bricks, plates, and tiles providing they are laid correctly between the LEGO® studs. Do NOT forcefully join LEGO® together around cables; instead ensure they are laying comfortably in between each stud.

CAUTION: Forcing LEGO® to connect over a cable can result in damaging the cable and light.

Connecting cable connectors to Expansion Boards

Take extra care when inserting connectors to ports of Expansion Boards. Connectors can be inserted only one way. With the expansion board facing up, look for the soldered “=” symbol on the left side of the port. The connector side with the wires exposed should be facing toward the soldered “=” symbol as you insert into the port. If a plug won’t fit easily into a port connector, do not force it.

Incorrectly inserting the connector can can result in bent pins inside the port or possible overheating of the expansion board when connected.  

Connecting cable connectors to Strip Lights

Take extra care when inserting connectors to ports on the Strip Lights. Connectors can be inserted only one way. With the Strip Light facing up, ensure the side of the connector with the wires exposed is facing down. If a plug won’t fit easily into a port connector, don’t force it. Doing so will damage the plug and the connector.

Connecting Micro Cable connectors to Micro Expansion Board Ports

Take extra care when inserting the micro connectors to micro ports of Micro Expansion Boards. Connecting Micro Bit Lights to Micro Expansion Boards is similar to connecting lights and cables to Strip Lights. With the expansion board facing up, ensure the side of the connector with the wires exposed is facing down. If a plug won’t fit easily into a port connector, do not force it. Use your fingernail to push the plastic part of the connector to the micro port.
 

Installing Bit Lights under LEGO® bricks and plates.

When installing Bit Lights under LEGO® pieces, ensure they are placed the correct way up (Yellow LED component exposed). You can either place them directly on top of LEGO® studs or in between.

 

OK, Let’s Begin!

  1.) We will first light up the space shuttle. Disconnect and disassemble the three jet pieces from the shuttle as shown below:
  Take out a White 30cm Micro Bit Light and with the LED facing up, place it inside one of the black rounded bricks. Secure the light by connecting a provided Trans Orange Round Plate 1×1 over the top.
  Thread the connector end of the cable through the bottom of the black round plate with open stud, then reconnect this along with the clip tile to the back as shown below:
  Reconnect this section to the back of the shuttle ensuring the cable is facing the same way as shown in the below images.
    2.) Repeat the previous step to install another 2x White 30cm Micro Bit Lights to the two other jet sections (using the provided Trans Orange Round Plate 1×1 to secure the lights in place). Reconnect each jet section to the back of the shuttle with the cable facing the same way.
    3.) Group the three cables together toward the shuttle and twist them around each other a few times. Continue to twist the cables around each other all the way to the end to form one larger cable. Connect the three Micro Bit Lights to the Micro 2-4 Port Expansion Board (smaller ports).
    4.) Connect a 5cm Connecting Cable to the larger port on this expansion board, then connect the other end of the cable to one of the OUT ports on the Flicker Effects Board
  Connect another 5cm Connecting Cable to the IN port on the Flicker Effects Board, then connect the other end of this cable to a 6-Port Expansion Board. Connect the USB Power Cable to the 6-Port Expansion Board, then connect the other end of the USB cable to your USB Power Bank or wall adaptor (sold separately) to test the space shuttle lights are working OK with the flickering effect.
  Note: If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light, expansion board or effects board). To correct any issues with expansion board ports, please view the section addressing expansion board issues on our online troubleshooting guide.   5.) Place the Space Shuttle in front of the space station set and bring the cables and components around the left side of the stand. Turn the set around and connect a 15cm Connecting Cable to the 6-Port Expansion Board. Connect the other end of the cable to a White Strip Light
  Connect a new 5cm Connecting Cable to the other end of the Strip Light, then peel off the adhesive backing protective paper on the back of the Strip Light.
    6.) Thread the strip light through in between the stand’s vertical technic stand pieces, then wind the cable around the back stand leg and thread it back through in between. Turn the set around to the front, then stick the Strip Light underneath the top of the stand in the below position.
  Turn the Power ON to test the strip light is working OK.   Note: If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light, expansion board or effects board). To correct any issues with expansion board ports, please view the section addressing expansion board issues on our online troubleshooting guide.   7.) Turn the set around to the back again and stick adhesive squares onto the back of the two expansion boards and effects board. Mount them behind the bottom of the stand in the below positions. Neaten up cables by twisting excess cables into a bunch (to tighten the cable around the stand) as well as hiding the larger cable underneath the stand base as shown below.
  Locate the spare end of the 5cm Connecting Cable from the Strip Light and connect it to an 8-Port Expansion Board. Connect a new 5cm Connecting Cable to the 8-port Expansion Board, then connect the other end of the cable to a new 6-Port Expansion Board.
    8.) Turn the set back around to the front and disconnect the horizontal bar that connects over the two upper panels on the left side.
  Disconnect the technic axle pin from the middle of the bar, then take a Cool White 30cm Bit Light and thread the connector end of it through the top of the bar. Pull the cable all the way out from the bottom then, carefully bend the LED component so that it is facing directly up. Hold the Bit Light together on top of the bar, then ensuring the cable is laid inside one of the grooves, carefully re-insert the technic axle pin.
CAUTION: Do not forcefully reconnect the pin all the way through, as this may break the cable. It is important that the cable is laid inside one of the technic axle grooves before inserting the pin. Note – with the Bit Light installed, the technic axle pin will not re-insert the whole way through.     9.) Reconnect the horizontal bar to the top of the panels, then loop the cable across the front toward the left. Slot the cable in between the space created. This will secure the cable, then bring the cable down the centre behind the long technic axle pin. Ensure the cable is brought down behind, so that it isn’t visible from the front of the set.
  Slightly disconnect the light grey technic pin from the dark grey 1×1 brick, then bring the cable around and across the front to the left. Reconnect the light grey technic pin so that it slightly pushes the cable inside the dark grey 1×1 brick hole. This will secure the cable in place.
    10.) From the back of the set, thread the Bit Light cable underneath and up in between the following light grey clips. Pull the cable out from the top and bring it to the left to connect to the 6-Port Expansion Board nearby.
  Turn the Power On to test the Bit Light we installed to the panel is working OK.
  Note: If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light, expansion board or effects board). To correct any issues with expansion board ports, please view the section addressing expansion board issues on our online troubleshooting guide.     11.) Repeat steps 8 and 9 to install another Cool White 30cm Bit Light to the other top panel on the left side.
    12.) From the back of the set, thread the Bit Light cable up in between the light grey clips, then loop the cable around and up in between 3-4 times to eliminate excess cable. Connect the Bit Light to the 6-Port Expansion Board, then turn the Power ON to test the panel lights are working OK.
  Note: If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light, expansion board or effects board). To correct any issues with expansion board ports, please view the section addressing expansion board issues on our online troubleshooting guide.     13.) Using the same methods used to install the top panel lights, install another 2x Cool White 30cm Bit Lights to the bottom left panels.
CAUTION: Do not forcefully reconnect the pin all the way through, as this may break the cable. It is important that the cable is laid inside one of the technic axle grooves before inserting the pin. Note – with the Bit Light installed, the technic axle pin will not re-insert the whole way through.  
  Turn the set around to the back and this time, thread the Bit Light cable down in between the light grey clips before connecting it to the 6-Port Expansion Board.
  Turn the Power ON to test
    13.) Connect the second bottom panel light.
  Thread the cable through the top of the light grey clips, then loop it around 3-4 times before connecting to the next spare port on the 6-Port Expansion Board.
  Turn the Power ON to test
  Note: If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light, expansion board or effects board). To correct any issues with expansion board ports, please view the section addressing expansion board issues on our online troubleshooting guide.     14.) Use 2x Adhesive Squares to mount the 6-port Expansion Board behind the space station in the following position. Then neaten up cabling to ensure there are no cables sticking out and visible from the front side.
    15.) Take the remaining 15cm Connecting Cable and connect it to the 8-Port Expansion Board at the back of the space station. Bring the cable above the middle and across to the left side laying it around sections as shown below, then connect it to the remaining 6-Port Expansion Board. 
  Disconnect the following white curved plate in the middle and lay the cable underneath in between studs. Reconnect the curved plate over the top.
    16.) We will now install lights to the panels on the right side. Follow the same methods used for the left panel lights to install lights to this side, starting with the top two panels. Install 2x Cool White 30cm Bit Lights as per below:
  CAUTION: Do not forcefully reconnect the pin all the way through, as this may break the cable. It is important that the cable is laid inside one of the technic axle grooves before inserting the pin. Note – with the Bit Light installed, the technic axle pin will not re-insert the whole way through.   Connect Light 1:
  Connect Light 2:
  Turn On the Power to test!
  Note: If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light, expansion board or effects board). To correct any issues with expansion board ports, please view the section addressing expansion board issues on our online troubleshooting guide.     17.) Install another 2x Cool White 30cm Bit Lights to the bottom panels as shown below:
  CAUTION: Do not forcefully reconnect the pin all the way through, as this may break the cable. It is important that the cable is laid inside one of the technic axle grooves before inserting the pin. Note – with the Bit Light installed, the technic axle pin will not re-insert the whole way through.   Connect Light 1:
  Connect Light 2:
    18.) Stick 2x Adhesive Squares to the back of the 6-Port Expansion Board. Stick the expansion board to the back of the space station in the following position, then push in any excess 15cm connecting cable sticking out.
  Turn ON the power to test the lights on the right panel of the ISS are working OK.
  Note: If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light, expansion board or effects board). To correct any issues with expansion board ports, please view the section addressing expansion board issues on our online troubleshooting guide.     19.) We will now install light to the front right of the ISS. Take out the remaining Cool White 30cm Bit Light and with the cable facing the back, place the Bit Light over the following stud. Secure the Bit Light in place by connecting a provided Trans Clear Round Plate 1×1 over the top.
  Bring the cable across to the left and thread it underneath the centre. Loop it around this centre section 4-5 times
  Push out the light grey lever piece toward the left, then thread the cable through the space which leads to the other side. Slip the cable in between the lever and centre section, then push back the lever to secure the cable in place.
  From the back of the set, pull the cable out and connect it to the 8-Port Expansion Board nearby. Turn ON the power to test this light is working OK.
    20.) We will now install a flashing light to the left side. Take a Flashing White 15cm Bit Light and with the cable facing the back, place it over the following stud. Secure the light in place using another provided Trans Clear Round Plate 1×1.
  Turn the set around to the back and disconnect the following section. Lay the cable down toward the left side in between studs, then reconnect the section over the top of the cable.
  Connect the cable to a spare port on the 8-Port Expansion Board, then turn ON the power to test the flashing white light is working OK.
  Note: If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light, expansion board or effects board). To correct any issues with expansion board ports, please view the section addressing expansion board issues on our online troubleshooting guide.     21.) We will now install a Blue light to the right side. Take out a Blue 30cm Bit Light and with the cable facing the back, place it over the following stud. Secure the light in place by connecting a provided Trans Clear Round Plate 1×1 over the top as shown below:
  Turn the set around to the back and disconnect the following section. Lay the cable down toward the right, in between studs, then reconnect the section over the top of the cable.
  Bring the cable down and thread it through the hole of the technic brick underneath the white wing. Pull the cable all the way out from the other side of the technic brick, then thread it back underneath toward the right side. Pull the cable out from the other side and connect it to a spare port on the 8-Port Expansion Board. Turn ON the power to test the Blue Light is working OK.
    22.) Turn the set around to the back and take out the remaining Blue 30cm Bit Light. With the cable facing the back (front of the ISS), place the Bit Light over the following stud. Secure the Bit Light in place by connecting the remaining provided Trans Clear Round Plate 1×1 over the top.
  Bring the cable behind, then underneath and loop it around this section twice (behind the black ball piece), then continue to thread it towards the middle section.
  Disconnect the white wing section, as well as the following round piece, and lay the cable in between studs. Reconnect this piece over the top, then connect the Bit Light to the 8-Port Expansion Board.
  Turn ON the power to test the rear Blue light is working OK.
  Note: If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light, expansion board or effects board). To correct any issues with expansion board ports, please view the section addressing expansion board issues on our online troubleshooting guide.     23.) The final step is to mount the 8-port expansion board and neaten up cables. Stick 2x Adhesive squares to the back of the 8-Port Expansion Board, then stick it vertically in the following position on the back of the ISS.
  Pull up the excess connecting cable from the strip light, then twist and fold up all the Bit Light cables into a neat bunch. Reconnect the white wing section, then hide the bunched up cables underneath.
   

This finally completes installation of the Light My Bricks International Space Station 21321 Light Kit.

We thank you for purchasing this product and hope you ENJOY!

 
 
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Light My Bricks: LEGO Friends Central Perk 21319 Lighting Kit

The following page is the instructions for the Light My Bricks LEGO Friends Central Perk (21319) LED light kit.

If you run into any issues, please refer to the online troubleshooting guide.

To ensure a trouble-free installation of your light kit, please read and follow each step carefully. These instructions can be downloaded in PDF format here

Please note: This page lists instructions for the LED light kit only. If you are wishing to purchase the Light My Bricks LEGO Friends Central Perk (21319) LED light kit , please click here to view the product page

 

Package Contents:

  • 6x White 15cm Micro Bit Lights
  • 2x White 30cm Bit Lights
  • 2x Warm White 30cm Large Bit Lights
  • 3x Warm White Strip Lights
  • 2x Micro 4-Port Expansion Boards
  • 1x 6-Port Expansion Board
  • 1x Flicker Effects Board
  • 4x 5cm Connecting Cables
  • 1x 15cm Connecting Cables
  • 1x 50cm Connecting Cable
  • 1x AA Battery Pack (requires 3x AA Batteries)
  • 6x Adhesive Squares
 

Important things to note:

Laying cables in between and underneath bricks

Cables can fit in between and underneath LEGO® bricks, plates, and tiles providing they are laid correctly between the LEGO® studs. Do NOT forcefully join LEGO® together around cables; instead ensure they are laying comfortably in between each stud.

CAUTION: Forcing LEGO® to connect over a cable can result in damaging the cable and light.

Connecting cable connectors to Expansion Boards

Take extra care when inserting connectors to ports of Expansion Boards. Connectors can be inserted only one way. With the expansion board facing up, look for the soldered “=” symbol on the left side of the port. The connector side with the wires exposed should be facing toward the soldered “=” symbol as you insert into the port. If a plug won’t fit easily into a port connector, do not force it.

Incorrectly inserting the connector can can result in bent pins inside the port or possible overheating of the expansion board when connected.  

Connecting cable connectors to Strip Lights

Take extra care when inserting connectors to ports on the Strip Lights. Connectors can be inserted only one way. With the Strip Light facing up, ensure the side of the connector with the wires exposed is facing down. If a plug won’t fit easily into a port connector, don’t force it. Doing so will damage the plug and the connector.

Connecting Micro Cable connectors to Micro Expansion Board Ports

Take extra care when inserting the micro connectors to micro ports of Micro Expansion Boards. Connecting Micro Bit Lights to Micro Expansion Boards is similar to connecting lights and cables to Strip Lights. With the expansion board facing up, ensure the side of the connector with the wires exposed is facing down. If a plug won’t fit easily into a port connector, do not force it. Use your fingernail to push the plastic part of the connector to the micro port.
 

Installing Bit Lights under LEGO® bricks and plates.

When installing Bit Lights under LEGO® pieces, ensure they are placed the correct way up (Yellow LED component exposed). You can either place them directly on top of LEGO® studs or in between.

 

OK, Let’s Begin!

  1.) We will first install the left stage light. Start by disconnecting the curved plate above it, then remove the stage light via the technic 1×2 brick. Disassemble the stage light as shown below:
  Take a Warm White 30cm Large Bit Light and thread the connector end of the cable through the bottom of the light grey round plate. Thread it all the way through, then carefully bend the LED so that it sits flat against the edge of the hole.
  Flip the light grey round plate around and lay the cable in between studs. Reconnect it to the stage light section, ensuring the cable is facing the black technic 1×2 brick, then reconnect the trans clear 2×2 plate with rounded bottom over the top.
    2.) Reconnect the stage light to the set but first, lay the Bit Light cable in between the two studs underneath the black technic brick. Reconnect the black curved plate on top.
  Turn the set around to the left side and connect the Bit Light to a 6-Port Expansion Board. Take the AA Battery Pack and insert 3x NEW AA Batteries to it. Connect the battery pack cable to the 6-Port Expansion Board, then turn it ON to test the stage light is working OK.
  Note: If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light or expansion board). To correct any issues with expansion board ports, please view the section addressing expansion board issues on our online troubleshooting guide.     3.) We will now install lights to the wall lamps. First, disconnect the following dark green tiles from the top of the walls, then disconnect the following wall sections to allow us to disconnect the bricks with clips that are holding the lamps.
  Disassemble one of the wall lamp sections as shown below, then take a White 15cm Micro Bit Light and place the led inside one of the gold plates with shafts. Ensuring the LED is facing up, secure the Bit Light in place by reconnecting the gold plate with open stud. If you look carefully inside, the LED should be visible and in the middle of the hole.
  Reconnect the trans clear piece, then lay the cable in between the clip of the 1×1 brick it connects to before reconnecting the lamp to it.
  Reconnect the lamp to the wall ensuring you first lay the cable to the side of the stud it connects on top of.
    4.) Repeat the previous step to install another White 15cm Micro Bit Light to the other lamp section before reconnecting it to the wall.
    5.) Turn the set around and connect the two Micro Bit Lights to a Micro 4-Port Expansion Board.
  Take a 5cm Connecting Cable and connect it to one of the larger ports on the micro expansion board. Connect the other end of the cable to the 6-Port Expansion Board to the right of it, then turn ON the AA Battery Pack to test the wall lamps are working OK.
    6.) Reconnect the wall sections we removed, then disconnect the “service” sign section at the black pole. Disassemble this section as shown below:
  Take a White 30cm Bit Light and thread the connector end of the cable through the bottom of the red round plate with open stud. Thread the cable all the way through, then reconnect the round plate to the brown plates ensuring the LED is facing diagonally down on the left side of the round red plate. We are positioning the LED this way, so that it will shine down onto Gunther’s section behind the cash register.
    7.) Turn the sign section over so we can access underneath, then take another White 30cm Bit Light and with the cable facing away from you, place it in the centre of the front brown plate. Fold the cable down over the front of the brown plate, before reconnecting the “service” tile over the top. The LED is positioned in the centre so that it will shine directly down onto the cafe area.
  Bring the cable from the first Bit Light over the top of the sign toward the back, then reconnect the arrow tile over the top. Flip the sign over onto it’s front, then take the two cables and twist them around each other 2-3 times at the left side to lock them in place. Reconnect the sign back to the set.
    8.) Bring the cables underneath the black pole, then secure them both underneath the dark green tile behind ensuring they are both laid in between studs underneath.
  Turn the set around so that we are facing the outside of the left wall, then bring the two cables down the top of the back wall, laying them in between the following studs. Secure the cables down by reconnecting the dark green tile.
    9.) Connect both Bit Light cables to spare ports on the 6-Port Expansion Board, then turn ON the battery pack to test the Service sign lights are working OK.
  Note: If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light or expansion board). To correct any issues with expansion board ports, please view the section addressing expansion board issues on our online troubleshooting guide.   Before we reconnect all the dark green tiles, take the cable from the stage light and lay them around studs on the top of the wall. Secure them by reconnecting the dark green tiles over the top of the cable, one at a time.
    10.) We will now install lights to the lamp in the corner. First disconnect the table with flowers, then disconnect the lamp from the corner and disassemble it as per below:
  Take a White 15cm Micro Bit Light and carefully bend the LED slightly up, then place it inside the bottom of one of the gold round plates with open stud. Secure the LED in place by reconnecting one of the flame pieces. The LED should be secured in between the flame piece and gold plate as shown below. Ensuring the cable is facing the back, reconnect this section to the front of the lamp post.
    11.) Repeat previous step to install another White 15cm Micro Bit Light to another fire section, then reconnect it to the lamp post ensuring the cable is laid behind.
  Turn the lamp post over and install another 2x White 15cm Micro Bit Lights, then reconnect them to the lamp post ensuring the cables from the front two lights are laid in between the gaps on the curved gold brick underneath.
    12.) We will need to remove sections of the wall in order for us to bring the lamp post light cables behind. Follow the below images to disconnect the following sections of the wall.
  Reconnect the lamp post and lay the cables over the wall, then turn the set around to the back. Lay the two left cables in between studs, then lay the other two cables in between the next studs along. Reconnect all the wall sections we removed earlier.
    13.) Connect the four Micro Bit Lights to a new Micro 4-Port Expansion Board. Take a 15cm Connecting Cable and connect it to one of the larger ports on the expansion board, then bring the cable around to the right side and connect it to one of the OUT ports on a Flicker Effects Board.
  Take a 5cm Connecting Cable and connect it to the IN port on the Flicker Effects Board. Connect the other end of the cable to one of the larger ports on the other Micro 4-Port Expansion Board to the right. Turn ON the battery pack to test the lamp lights are working and flickering OK.
  Note: If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light or expansion board). To correct any issues with expansion board ports, please view the section addressing expansion board issues on our online troubleshooting guide.     14.) Take 2x Adhesive Squares and stick them on the back of the Micro 4-Port Expansion Board we connected the lamp post lights to. Stick the expansion board to the bottom of the wall in the following position, then bring the four cables together and secure them to the wall using tape.
  Lift the set up so we can access underneath, then secure the excess cables from the Micro Bit Lights underneath the following two black plates at the bottom of the set. Turn the set back around again and reconnect the table with flowers in front of the lamp post.
    15.) Stick an Adhesive Square to the back of the Flicker Effects Board, and another 2x Adhesive Squares on the back of the other Micro 4-Port Expansion Board. Stick both boards inside the space at the bottom of the wall toward the right. Use your LEGO removal tool to push down the boards so they securely stick down to the studs.
    16.) Turn the set around to the front entrance area and disconnect the roof section above the doors. Take a Warm White Strip Light and connect a 50cm Connecting Cable to the left port.
  Take a 5cm Connecting Cable and connect it to the Strip Light’s right port, then using it’s adhesive backing, stick the strip light underneath the roof section in the following position ensuring the 5cm cable is on the right side.
    17.) Take another Warm White Strip Light and connect the other end of the 5cm Cable from previous step to it’s left port. Take a new 5cm Connecting Cable and connect it to the strip light’s right port. Flip the roof section over and reconnect it to the set. Bring the 5cm cable and strip light through to the inside of the building by slipping it in between the wall sections.
  Bring the other end of the 50cm Connecting Cable through to the inside by slipping it in between wall sections, then bring the cable across to the right, laying it in between the dark green and beige tiles. Bring the cable back outside, securing it in place by slipping it in between wall sections as shown below.
    18.) Disconnect the following dark green tile to the right, then lay the cable in between studs before reconnecting the tile over the top.
  Continue to bring the cable around to the right side and lay it in between studs underneath the following dark green tiles.
    19.) Turn the set around to the far right side and secure the 50cm connecting cable underneath the following dark green tile on the left, then connect the cable to the remaining port on the 6-Port Expansion Board. Turn ON the battery pack to test the two strip lights we have connected are working OK.
  Note: If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light or expansion board). To correct any issues with expansion board ports, please view the section addressing expansion board issues on our online troubleshooting guide.   Tuck the remaining two expansion boards inside the space at the bottom of the wall, then neaten up all the cables and secure them to the wall using tape.
    20.) From the inside of the set, locate the Warm White Strip Light and using it’s adhesive backing, stick it underneath the two beige coloured tiles just above the front entrance. Because the tiles are thin, the strip light will only partially stick underneath them.
  Secure the 5cm Connecting cable from the left underneath the following square tile, then disconnect the two longer tiles above the entrance and hide the 50cm cable on the back side of the studs underneath. Reconnect the two tiles over the top.
  Bring the 5cm Connecting Cable on the right over to the front side of the wall, slipping it in between the wall sections.
  Turn the set around, then take the remaining Warm White Strip Light and connect the 5cm Connecting Cable we brought over to it’s right port. Leave the strip light as is for now as we will fix it underneath the roof section later.
    21.)  We will now install the remaining large bit light to the stage light on the right side of the set. First disconnect the black curved plate on top, then disconnect and disassemble the stage light section as per below
  Take a Warm White Large 30cm Bit Light and install it to this stage light following the same method we used to install the first stage light.
  Reconnect the stage light ensuring you first thread the cable through the stage light post and lay it in between studs underneath the technic brick. Reconnect the black curved plate on top.
    22.) Turn the set around and connect the Large Bit Light to the Strip Light. Turn ON the battery pack to test all the lights are working OK.
  Using it’s adhesive backing, stick the strip light underneath the middle of the roof section as shown below.
    23.) Wind up the large bit light cable 2-3 times at the stage light post so the cable locks and is prevented from dangling down, then fold the cable together and thread it through the back of the post. Pull the cable all the way out from the front side.
  Thread the cable back through the following space, pulling it all the way out from the back side of the post. Repeat this process again then tie a knot in the cable around the pole to secure everything in place.
  Fold and twist up the remaining excess cable, then tuck it inside the stage post. Finally, turn ON the Battery Pack to test all your lights are working OK.  
  Note: If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light or expansion board). To correct any issues with expansion board ports, please view the section addressing expansion board issues on our online troubleshooting guide.    
 

This finally completes installation of the Light My Bricks Friends Central Perk Light Kit.

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Light My Bricks: LEGO NASA Apollo Saturn V  21309 Lighting Kit

 

The following page is the instructions for the Light My Bricks LEGO NASA Apollo Saturn V (21309) LED light kit.

If you run into any issues, please refer to the online troubleshooting guide.

To ensure a trouble-free installation of your light kit, please read and follow each step carefully. These instructions can be downloaded in PDF format here

Please note: This page lists instructions for the LED light kit only. If you are wishing to purchase the Light My Bricks LEGO NASA Apollo Saturn V (21309) LED light kit , please click here to view the product page

 

Package Contents (Bottom Jets only):

  • 5x White 30cm Bit Lights
  • 1x Flicker Effects Board
  • 1x 6-Port Expansion Boards
  • 1x 5cm Connecting Cables
  • 1x Flat Battery Pack (requires 2x CR2032 Batteries)

LEGO PIECES:

  • 5x Trans Orange Round Plate 1×1

 

 

Package Contents (All Three Jets):

  • 11x White 30cm Bit Lights
  • 3x Flicker Effects Board
  • 2x 6-Port Expansion Boards
  • 2x 5cm Connecting Cables
  • 3x Flat Battery Packs (Each battery pack requires 2x CR2032 Batteries)

LEGO PIECES:

  • 6x Trans Orange Round Plate 1×1

 

Important things to note:

Laying cables in between and underneath bricks

Cables can fit in between and underneath LEGO® bricks, plates, and tiles providing they are laid correctly between the LEGO® studs. Do NOT forcefully join LEGO® together around cables; instead ensure they are laying comfortably in between each stud.

CAUTION: Forcing LEGO® to connect over a cable can result in damaging the cable and light.

Connecting cable connectors to Expansion Boards

Take extra care when inserting connectors to ports of Expansion Boards. Connectors can be inserted only one way. With the expansion board facing up, look for the soldered “=” symbol on the left side of the port. The connector side with the wires exposed should be facing toward the soldered “=” symbol as you insert into the port. If a plug won’t fit easily into a port connector, do not force it.

Incorrectly inserting the connector can can result in bent pins inside the port or possible overheating of the expansion board when connected.

Connecting cable connectors to Strip Lights

Take extra care when inserting connectors to ports on the Strip Lights. Connectors can be inserted only one way. With the Strip Light facing up, ensure the side of the connector with the wires exposed is facing down. If a plug won’t fit easily into a port connector, don’t force it. Doing so will damage the plug and the connector.

Installing Bit Lights under LEGO® bricks and plates.

When installing Bit Lights under LEGO® pieces, ensure they are placed the correct way up (Yellow LED component exposed). You can either place them directly on top of LEGO® studs or in between.

 

OK, Let’s Begin!

 

1.) We will install lights to the bottom rocket first. Start by disconnecting the bottom jet sections followed by the tail pieces as per below:

 

 

2.) Using the LEGO Removal tool, disconnect the following wall section from the bottom as shown below


Carefully press down at the following position to allow you to completely pull this section out.

 

3.) Repeat previous step to remove the wall section to the right

 

 

4.)Remove the section in the middle by lifting out sections using your finger as well as using the LEGO removal tool

 

5.) Use the LEGO Removal tool to disconnect the following sections to then allow us to remove the internal white wall section as well as the red pieces above and underneath

 

6.) Take the 5 jet sections and starting with one, disconnect the bottom half then take a White 30cm Bit Lightand thread the connector side of the cable down through the centre of the top of the jet (trans orange piece). Thread it all the way through until the Bit Light is right up against the edge of the trans orange piece.


Slightly bend the Bit Light on a 90 degree angle so that it sits flat, then secure it in place by connecting one of the provided Trans Orange Round Plate 1×1over the top


Reconnect the top half of the jet section back to the bottom half ensuring the cable from the Bit Light is tucked neatly underneath the dark grey bars.

Take caution when reconnecting to the bottom half and ensure there is enough cable slack between the jet section and bottom half for the technic bar to push against the cable as the two sections reconnect. If there is not enough cable slack, the technic bar will push the cable out and snap the cable.

 


7.)Repeat previous step to install White 30cm Bit Lights to the other four Jet sections using more of the provided Trans Orange Round Plate 1×1

 

 

8.) Reconnect the bottom three jet sections back to the base of the rocket starting with the one in the centre. Ensure the cable from each jet light is laid toward the top centre as shown below:


9.) Take the wall section closest to the bottom and then reconnect this to the ship starting with the top part.


10.) Reconnect the Jet section that connects to the bottom of the wall section we just reconnected ensuring all cables are neatly laid towards the centre.

Flip the rocket over and then reconnect the remaining wall section by first reconnecting the top part then reconnect the remaining Jet section.

 

11.) Take 1x Flicker Effects Board and connect the two shortest Bit Light Cables to the OUT ports (There are 3 OUT ports in total).

12.) Take remaining three Bit Light cables and connect them to a 6-Port Expansion Board


13.) Take a 5cm Connecting Cable and connect one end to the 6-port Expansion Board and connect the other end to the remaining OUT port on the Flicker Effects Board.


14.) Take a Flat Battery Pack and insert 2x CR2032 Batteries to it and then connect the battery pack cable to the IN Port on the Flicker Effects Board

Turn the Battery Pack on and confirm all lights and effects are working OK

Note: If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light or expansion board). To correct any issues with expansion board ports, please view the section addressing expansion board issues on our online troubleshooting guide.

15.)  Eliminate excess cabling by grouping all the cables and twisting them around each other. Tuck everything in to the open middle section.


Reconnect remaining sections of the Rocket.


To turn On and OFF the lights, simply detach the middle section to access the Battery Pack.

16.) We will now proceed to lighting the middle section of the Saturn V. Using the LEGO Removal Tool, disconnect the following sections (two main and one centre section).

17.) Remove the internal walls

18.) Disconnect the five Jet sections

19.)Disassemble one of the Jets and then take a White 30cm Bit Light and then thread the connector side through the top of outer section. Thread it all the way through until the component is right up against the edge.


Carefully bend the Bit Light 90 degrees so that it now sits flat against the hole then secure it in place by reconnecting the Trans Orange Round Plate

Thread the cable through the piece that connects behind and then carefully reconnect the white bar securing all pieces together.

Take caution when reconnecting to the white bar and ensure there is enough cable slack between the jet section and white bar for the bar to push against the cable as the two pieces reconnect. If there is not enough cable slack, the white bar will push the cable out and snap the cable.

20.) Repeat previous step to install White 30cm Bit Lights to the other four Jet sections.

21.)Reconnect the five Jet sections to the base starting with the bottom ones, ensuring the cables for each light is laid neatly up the centre as shown below

22.) Turn the section over on it’s side and then pull all the cables up to the top section. Reconnect the bottom inside wall section to secure the cables in place.


23.) Take the the shortest two cables and connect them to the OUT ports on Flicker Effects Board


24.)Connect the remaining three cables to a 6-Port Expansion Board 

Connect one end of a 5cm Connecting Cable to the 6-port Expansion Board and connect the other end to the remaining OUT port on the Flicker Effects Board


25.) Take a Flat Battery Pack and insert 2x CR2032 Batteries to it then connect the battery pack cable to the IN Port on the Flicker Effects Board. Turn the Battery Pack on and confirm all lights and effects are working OK

 

Note: If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light or expansion board). To correct any issues with expansion board ports, please view the section addressing expansion board issues on our online troubleshooting guide.

 


26.)Eliminate excess cabling by grouping all the cables and twisting them around each other. Tuck everything inside the open top section.


27.)Reconnect the outside sections starting with the two main sections followed by the middle section

To turn On and OFF the lights, simply detach the middle section (from the bottom where you the cables are visible) to access the Battery Pack.


This completes installation of the lights to the middle section of the Saturn V. Let’s move on to the top and final section.


28.) Take the top section and disconnect one of the outside wall sections using the LEGO Removal Tool


Remove the outside wall section underneath


29.) Disconnect the bottom section to allow us to then remove the following dark grey round bricks in the centre.


30.) Reconnect the bottom section as well as one of the outside wall sections


31.) Disconnect the Jet section and then disassemble pieces as shown below:


32.) Follow Step 19 to install the remaining White 30cm Bit Light to this Jet section using the provided Trans Orange Round Plate 1×1. 

Take caution when reconnecting to the white bar and ensure there is enough cable slack between the jet section and white bar for the bar to push against the cable as the two pieces reconnect. If there is not enough cable slack, the white bar will push the cable out and snap the cable.


33.) Pull the cable around the bottom of the Jet and then secure it in between the light grey dish and dark grey modified brick.


34.) Reconnect the Jet section back to the bottom of this rocket section ensuring the cable is facing toward the centre of the open section above.


Lay the cable underneath the following LEGO pieces in between studs.


35.) Connect the other end of the Bit Light cable to any OUT port on the remaining Flicker Effects Board


Take the remaining Flat Battery Pack and insert 2x CR2032 Batteries to it. Connect the battery pack cable to the IN port on the Flicker Effects Board


36.) Eliminate excess cable by looping and twisting the cable around a few times. Tuck everything into the lower compartment. The Battery Pack should sit neatly sideways.


37.) Turn on the battery pack and then reconnect the outside wall section.

This finally completes installation of the Light My Bricks Apollo Saturn V Lighting Kit. Your light kit can be enjoyed either with all 3 sections connected or all apart.

We Thank YOU for purchasing this Light Kit!

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Light My Bricks: LEGO Ship In A Bottle 21313 Lighting Kit

The following page is the instructions for the Light My Bricks LEGO Ship In A Bottle (21313) LED light kit.

If you run into any issues, please refer to the online troubleshooting guide.

To ensure a trouble-free installation of your light kit, please read and follow each step carefully. These instructions can be downloaded in PDF format here

Please note: This page lists instructions for the LED light kit only. If you are wishing to purchase the Light My Bricks LEGO Ship In A Bottle (21313) LED light kit , please click here to view the product page

 

Package Contents:

  • 4x White 30cm Bit Lights
  • 6x Blue 30cm Bit Lights
  • 1x Multi Effects Board
  • 1x 6-Port Expansion Board
  • 1x 8-Port Expansion Board
  • 2x 5cm Connecting Cables
  • 1x AA Battery Pack
  • 6x Adhesive Squares

Important things to note:

Laying cables in between and underneath bricks

Cables can fit in between and underneath LEGO® bricks, plates, and tiles providing they are laid correctly between the LEGO® studs. Do NOT forcefully join LEGO® together around cables; instead ensure they are laying comfortably in between each stud.

CAUTION: Forcing LEGO® to connect over a cable can result in damaging the cable and light.

Connecting cable connectors to Expansion Boards

Take extra care when inserting connectors to ports of Expansion Boards. Connectors can be inserted only one way. With the expansion board facing up, look for the soldered “=” symbol on the left side of the port. The connector side with the wires exposed should be facing toward the soldered “=” symbol as you insert into the port. If a plug won’t fit easily into a port connector, do not force it.

Incorrectly inserting the connector can can result in bent pins inside the port or possible overheating of the expansion board when connected.

Connecting cable connectors to Strip Lights

Take extra care when inserting connectors to ports on the Strip Lights. Connectors can be inserted only one way. With the Strip Light facing up, ensure the side of the connector with the wires exposed is facing down. If a plug won’t fit easily into a port connector, don’t force it. Doing so will damage the plug and the connector.

Installing Bit Lights under LEGO® bricks and plates.

When installing Bit Lights under LEGO® pieces, ensure they are placed the correct way up (Yellow LED component exposed). You can either place them directly on top of LEGO® studs or in between.

 

OK, Let’s Begin!

  1.) First remove the bottle from the stand and disconnect the bottle top as well as top window sections to allow us to remove the ship.
    2.) Remove the three masts from the ship, then disconnect the following sections around the front:
    3.) Take a White 30cm Bit Light and thread the connector end of the cable through the gap of the brown clip on the back of the ship. Thread it all the way through until the Bit Light is up against the edge of the gap. Ensure the LED is facing up, then lay the cable down the side of the ship as shown below. Secure it in place by reconnecting the back section over the top. The Bit Light should be seen slightly peaking out from below the brown clip.
    4.) Take another White 30cm Bit Light and slightly bend the wire down about 1cm from the top of the Bit Light as shown below. Hook the bit light over the following stud, then secure it in place by reconnecting the brown grill tile over the top.
  Lay the cable down in between studs, then reconnect the side brown wall tile.
  Repeat this process to install another White 30cm Bit Light to the left, securing it in place by reconnecting the brown tile over the top.
    5.)  Before reconnecting the brown wall tile, slide in the 1×6 plate as shown below. You may need to slightly lift up the two bit lights to reconnect the plate back in place. Reconnect the brown wall tile by sliding it in and connecting it underneath, then reconnect the last remaining section to the back of the ship.
  Reconnect the three masts then group the three cables together and twist/wind them around each other a few times at the top to lock them in place.
    6.) Take the AA Battery Pack and insert 3x AA Batteries to it. Connect the battery pack cable to the first port on the 6-Port Expansion Board. Connect the three cables from the ship to the spare ports on the expansion board, then turn ON the battery pack to test the lights connected are working OK.
  Note: If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light or expansion board). To correct any issues with expansion board ports, please view the section addressing expansion board issues on our online troubleshooting guide.   Disconnect the three bit lights and battery pack from the expansion board, then continue to twist/wind the cables around each other all the way to the end so they all come together to form one larger cable.
    7.) Take two trans light blue round plates from inside the bottle then take out a Blue 30cm Bit Light and place it directly over one of studs. Secure the Bit Light in place by reconnecting the other trans light blue round plate over the top as shown below:
  Repeat this step to install another 5x Blue 30cm Bit Lights using more of the trans light blue round plates from inside the bottle to secure them in place.   Take the 8-Port Expansion Board and connect the AA Battery Pack to it, then connect all six Blue Bit Light cables. Turn ON the battery pack to test all the blue lights are working OK.
  Note: If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light or expansion board). To correct any issues with expansion board ports, please view the section addressing expansion board issues on our online troubleshooting guide.     8.) Tip all the trans light blue round plates out of the bottle then take an Adhesive Square and stick it to the side of the trans light blue plates where we have installed one of the Blue Bit Lights to. We will be installing 6 blue lights around the base of the bottle.
  Mount the LEGO plates with Bit Light to the base of the bottle as shown below, then thread the connector end of the cable through the lower gap of the bottle. Pull the cable all the way out from behind.
  We will now install the remaining five Blue Bit Lights around the base of the bottle. Using the same method as above, mount the other five trans light blue round plates with Bit Lights to the base of the bottle using extra Adhesive Squares. Continue to thread the other end of the cables through the same gap we did for the first Blue Bit Light.
    9.) Turn the bottle around to the back, then ensure all cables inside the bottle are laid away from the brown plates except for the two cables shown below. Lay these two cables in between the brown plates.
  Twist/wind the six cables around each other all the way to the ends so they come together to form one larger cable, then starting with the shorter two cables, connect all six cables to the 8-Port Expansion Board.
  Group all the cables closest the expansion board and twist/wind them around the larger cable so they group together.
    10.) Pour back in, all of the trans light blue round plates into the bottle. Spread the pieces out evenly to try and cover the cables inside, then turn the bottle back around to the front.
  Take the ship and thread the group of three cables through the gap on the left of the blue bit light cables. Pull the cables all the way out from behind to then allow you to reconnect the ship back inside the bottle.
    11.) Reconnect all the trans clear sections which make up main section of the bottle.
    12.) Take a White 30cm Bit Light and with the cable facing down, place it over the centre of the studs on top of the main bottle section. Secure the Bit Light in place by reconnecting the bottle top section.
  Bring the other end of the cable across to the right,  then twist/wind it around the group of white 30cm bit lights (on the right side). Connect the bit light to the next port on the 6-Port Expansion Board.
  Twist/wind any remaining excess cables around the larger group of cables as shown below:
    13.) Take a Multi Effects Board and connect a 5cm Connecting Cable into one of the OUT ports (side with two ports). Connect the other end of the 5cm Connecting Cable to a spare port on the 8-Port Expansion Board.
  Take another 5cm Connecting Cable and connect it to the IN port on the Multi Effects Board (side with one port). Connect the other end of the 5cm Connecting Cable to a spare port on the 6-Port Expansion Board, then connect the AA Battery Pack to the remaining Port.
    14.) We can now set the effect we want. For a slow effect to represent ‘waves of the sea’, we chose to the ‘Pulse’ effect. Flick the switch to the far right for ‘Pulse’, then turn the speed wheel all the way to the left for the slowest speed. Alternatively, you can set whichever effect and speed you desire by simply changing the channel switch and adjusting the speed wheel. Once you are happy with your desired effect, place the bottle back on top of the bottle stand with the back facing toward you still.
  Twist/wind the two larger cables together then fold up the cables so they can be neatly hidden underneath the bottle in between the stand and bottle. Neatly place the AA Battery Pack to cover up the gap then turn the bottle around to the front.
  This finally completes installation of the Light My Bricks Ship in a Bottle Light Kit. We thank you for purchasing this product!
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Light My Bricks: LEGO TRON Legacy 21314 Lighting Kit


The following page is the instructions for the Light My Bricks LEGO TRON Legacy (21314) LED light kit.

To ensure a trouble-free installation of your light kit, please read and follow each step carefully.

If you run into any issues, please refer to the online troubleshooting guide.

To download this instructions guide in PDF format please click here.

Please note: This page lists instructions for the LED light kit only. If you are wishing to purchase the Light My Bricks LEGO TRON Legacy (21314) LED light kit , please click here to view the product page

Package Contents:

  • 7x Blue 30cm Bit Lights
  • 7x Orange 30cm Bit Lights
  • 1x 6-Port Expansion Board
  • 1x 12-Port Expansion Board
  • 1x 5cm Connecting Cable
  • 1x AA Battery Pack

LEGO Pieces:

  • 2x Black Plate 1×6
  • 4x Technic Pin 1/2 Light Bluish Grey

Important things to note:

Laying cables in between and underneath bricks

Cables can fit in between and underneath LEGO® bricks, plates, and tiles providing they are laid correctly between the LEGO® studs. Do NOT forcefully join LEGO® together around cables; instead ensure they are laying comfortably in between each stud.




CAUTION: Forcing LEGO® to connect over a cable can result in damaging the cable and light.

Connecting cable connectors to Expansion Boards

Take extra care when inserting connectors to ports of Expansion Boards. Connectors can be inserted only one way. With the expansion board facing up, look for the soldered “=” symbol on the left side of the port. The connector side with the wires exposed should be facing toward the soldered “=” symbol as you insert into the port. If a plug won’t fit easily into a port connector, do not force it.



Incorrectly inserting the connector can can result in bent pins inside the port or possible overheating of the expansion board when connected.

Connecting cable connectors to Strip Lights

Take extra care when inserting connectors to ports on the Strip Lights. Connectors can be inserted only one way. With the Strip Light facing up, ensure the side of the connector with the wires exposed is facing down. If a plug won’t fit easily into a port connector, don’t force it. Doing so will damage the plug and the connector.



Installing Bit Lights under LEGO® bricks and plates.

When installing Bit Lights under LEGO® pieces, ensure they are placed the correct way up (Yellow LED component exposed). You can either place them directly on top of LEGO® studs or in between.





OK, Let’s Begin!

1.) We will light the blue vehicle first. Start by disconnecting it from the base plate and then remove the centre 1×8 plate from underneath as well as the light sections from each side.






2.) Disassemble the two light sections and the take a Blue 30cm Bit Light and thread the connector side of the cable through the base (larger hole) of one of the trans light blue round bricks.





Thread the cable all the way through and slightly bend the Bit Light on a 90 degree angle so that it is facing upward, before pulling the cable all the way out from the other side of the brick.





With the bit light sitting all the way inside the trans light blue brick, reconnect the black piece to secure the Bit Light in place. Follow the same method to install another Blue 30cm Bit Light to the other light section.



3.) Reconnect the light sections to each side of the vehicle and then from underneath, grab both cables and twist them around each other a few times as shown below:





Reconnect the bottom plate we removed earlier ensuring the cables are facing toward the right side of the vehicle and cables underneath are in laid in between studs.



4.) Remove the two back wheels and then disassemble pieces as shown below:





Discard the longer light grey bar and take a provided Technic Pin 1/2 Light Bluish Grey and connect this along with the blue technic pin to inside of the wheels (longer side through first).




5.) Disconnect the front piece from each back wheel and then take a Blue 30cm Bit Light and place it over the centre stud of one of the wheels. Secure the Bit Light in place by reconnecting the front piece over the top ensuring cables are laid in between studs.





Repeat this process to install another Blue 30cm Bit Light to the other back wheel.


6.) Reconnect the back wheels to the vehicle (ensuring the cables are at the lowest point of each wheel) and then from underneath, grab both cables and twist them around each other a few times.





7.) Disconnect the front two wheels and then using the same method we used for the back two wheels, install another 2x Blue 30cm Bit Lights to the front two wheels using another provided Technic Pin 1/2 Light Bluish Grey.










8.) Before reconnecting the front two wheels we need to install a light to the headlight. First disconnect and disassemble the following pieces from the front of the vehicle.




Take the remaining Blue 30cm Bit Light and then with the cable facing the right side (facing up), place it over the black stud. Secure the bit light in place by reconnecting the trans light blue plate over the top followed by the black arched piece.




9.) Reconnect the front two wheels (ensuring each cable is at the lowest point of the wheel) and then from underneath, grab the three cables (front wheels and head light) and then twist them around each other as shown below:




10.) Turn the vehicle on it’s left side (front facing up) and then take the three groups of cables and then twist them all around each other from the point directly underneath the back wheels.



Continue to twist all the cables around each other all the way to the end to form one larger cable


Take a provided Black 1×6 Plate and connect it underneath as per below then reconnect the vehicle back to the base plate ensuring cables are facing the right side of the vehicle (behind)





11.) Take the 12-Port Expansion Board and connect all seven cables to it.



Group all the excess cable together and twist them around the larger cable so they are all neat and grouped together.



Take the AA Battery Pack and insert 3x AA Batteries to it. Connect the battery pack cable to the next available port on the expansion board. Turn the battery pack ON to verify all lights are working OK.



12.) Disconnect the orange vehicle from the base plate and using the same method used for the blue vehicle, install 7x Orange 30cm Bit Lights to the orange vehicle.

First disconnect and disassemble the following pieces.





13.) Install Orange Bit Lights to the side lights remembering to slightly bend the bit light on a 90 degree angle so that it is facing upward.




14.) Group cables together and twist them around each other a few times



Reconnect bottom 1×8 plate.


15.) Disconnect and disassemble pieces from the four wheel sections.



Connect technic pins to the inside of each wheel using 2x provided Technic Pins 1/2 Light Bluish Grey along with the existing blue technic pins 1/2



16.) Disconnect the front of each wheel and install Orange 30cm Bit Lights to each wheel






17.) Before reconnecting the wheels, disconnect pieces from the front and install the remaining Orange 30cm Bit Light to the front for the headlight.






18.) Reconnect the back wheels first then from underneath the vehicle, twist the cables around each other.




19.) Reconnect the front wheels and then from underneath the vehicle, take the two wheel cables and headlight cable and twist them around each other




20.) Take the remaining Black Plate 1×6 and connect it underneath the vehicle then group all seven cables and twist them around each other at the point directly underneath the back wheels.



21.) Twist all the cables around each other all the way to the end to form one larger cable



Ensure cables are laid and facing the right side of the vehicle (cables facing back) before reconnecting it to the base plate.




22.) Take the 6-Port Expansion Board and then connect the shortest five cables from the orange vehicle to it.



Connect the two longer cables from the orange vehicle to the 12-port expansion board.



23.) Take the 5cm Connecting Cable and connect one end to the remaining port on the 6-port expansion board and then connect the other end to a spare port on the 12-port expansion board.



24.) Clean up messy cables by grouping excess cabling from the orange vehicle and twisting them around each other to form a larger cable.




Finally, neaten up all your components behind the LEGO set, then turn the battery pack ON to verify all is working OK.



This finally completes installation of the TRON Legacy 21314 Light Kit. We hope you enjoy your light kit.

We Thank YOU for purchasing this Light Kit!



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Light My Bricks: Old Fishing Store Lighting Kit

Here is the instructions document for the LEGO Old Fishing Store LED lighting kit. Please read and follow the steps carefully to ensure this lighting kit is installed properly.

If you run into any issues, please refer to the online troubleshooting guide.

This user guide is also available to download in PDF format here.

Package contents:

  • 4x White 15cm Bit Lights
  • 3x White Strip Lights
  • 1x 6-Port Expansion Board
  • 1x 30cm Connecting Cable
  • 1x 15cm Connecting Cable
  • 1x 5cm Connecting Cable
  • 1x AA Battery Pack (requires 3x AA Batteries)
    OR
  • 1x USB Power Cable

    Note – AA Battery Pack will be replaced with USB Power Cables from mid April 2020

LEGO pieces

  • 2x Plates 1×6

Important things to note:

Laying cables in between and underneath bricks

Cables can fit in between and underneath LEGO® bricks, plates, and tiles providing they are laid correctly between the LEGO® studs. Do NOT forcefully join LEGO® together around cables; instead ensure they are laying comfortably in between each stud.

CAUTION: Forcing LEGO® to connect over a cable can result in damaging the cable and light.

Connecting cable connectors to Expansion Boards

Take extra care when inserting connectors to ports of Expansion Boards. Connectors can be inserted only one way. With the expansion board facing up, look for the soldered “=” symbol on the left side of the port. The connector side with the wires exposed should be facing toward the soldered “=” symbol as you insert into the port. If a plug won’t fit easily into a port connector, do not force it.

Incorrectly inserting the connector can can result in bent pins inside the port or possible overheating of the expansion board when connected.

Connecting cable connectors to Strip Lights

Take extra care when inserting connectors to ports on the Strip Lights. Connectors can be inserted only one way. With the Strip Light facing up, ensure the side of the connector with the wires exposed is facing down. If a plug won’t fit easily into a port connector, don’t force it. Doing so will damage the plug and the connector.

Installing Bit Lights under LEGO® bricks and plates.

When installing Bit Lights under LEGO® pieces, ensure they are placed the correct way up (Yellow LED component exposed). You can either place them directly on top of LEGO® studs or in between.

OK, Let’s Begin!

1.) Start by removing the upper level as well as the main roof section.

Remove the lamp section and then disassemble as per below.

2.) Take a White 15cm Bit Light and then thread the connector side through the hole on top of the bottom piece. Thread it all the way through until the LED is flat against the top of the piece.

You may need bend the LED slightly so that it sits flat against the top of the LEGO piece

Reconnect the top section to secure the LED in place.

Reconnect the lamp back to the desk inside the building ensuring the cable is facing the front left corner so that it is not visible if you look in the window.

3.) Take the top section of the Old Fishing Store and remove the roof.

Disconnect the flat clear 2×2 boat stud piece from underneath the roof and then take a White 15cm Bit Light and place it directly in the centre. Reconnect the flat clear boat stud piece directly over the Bit Light to secure it in place.

Ensure the LED is the correct way facing up

Secure the cable by laying it underneath the bottom brown 1×6 plate.

Ensure the cable is laid in between studs

4.) Before reconnecting the roof, thread the Bit Light cable from the roof down and then pull it out from the bottom of the top section.

5.) Remove the lamp from the bottom of this section and then disconnect the black round stud from underneath.

Take another White 15cm Bit Light and thread the connector side through the top of the black round plate. Thread it all the way through until the LED is flat against the top of the plate then reconnect the top section of the lamp.

You may need bend the LED slightly so that it sits flat against the top of the LEGO piece

6.) Reconnect the lamp to the outside of the upper level and then lay the cable and secure it underneath the brown LEGO 1×6 plate.

7.) Take the 6-Port Expansion Board and then connect the two bit light cables to spare ports.

8.) Take the 30cm Connecting Cable and connect one end to the expansion board.

9.) Take the AA Battery Pack and insert 3x AA Batteries to it before placing it at the back of the old fishing store in the following location. It should seat neatly in between the back of the building and rail.

If you’re using a USB Cable, place this here instead.

 

 

10.) Take the entire upper level above the set and take the bit light cable from the lamp inside and connect it to the expansion board.

Take the battery pack / USB cable and connect it to the expansion board.

Tuck the expansion board and excess cables (except for the 30cm cable) up inside the upper level as per below.

Before reconnecting the upper level back to it’s original position, ensure the 30cm connecting cable is pulled across to the right section of the building.

VIEW FROM THE BACK: Ensure 30cm cable is accessible after reconnecting upper level

Test the lights we have installed so far by turning ‘ON’ the battery pack.

If you’re using the USB Power Cable, connect this to a USB Power Bank or wall adaptor (sold separately) and turn it ON to test the front lights are working OK.

11.) Remove the lamp from the right side of the building and then disconnect the black round stud from underneath.

Take another White 15cm Bit Light and thread the connector side through the top of the black round plate. Thread it all the way through until the LED is flat against the top of the plate then reconnect the top section of the lamp.

You may need bend the LED slightly so that it sits flat against the top of the LEGO piece

12.) Remove the following tiles on the wall surrounding where the lamp was connected to.

Reconnect the lamp with bit light installed and then pull the cable behind and up. Lay the cable in between studs before reconnecting the bottom tile we removed earlier.

13.) Continue laying the cable up the side of the wall in between the following studs before reconnecting the tiles over the top.

14.) Turn the building around to the front and remove the “Anton’s Bait Shop” sign from the hinges and then turn the sign section over as per below.

15.) Take 1x White Strip Light and then connect a 15cm Connecting Cable to the left port.

Using it’s adhesive backing, stick the strip light to the bottom of the ‘Anton’s Bait Shop’ sign in the following position.

16.) Take the sign section above the fishing store and then connect the other end of the lamp cable from underneath into the right port of the strip light before reconnecting the sign section back into place.

Tuck in the excess cable from the lamp underneath the sign section as per below:

Pull the 15cm connecting cable from the strip light out so we can connect this later.

17.) Take the main roof section and then turn it over onto its back as per below:

Take the remaining 2x White Strip Lights and stick them to the provided LEGO 1×6 Plates using their adhesive backing.

Take the 5cm Connecting Cable and connect them between the two strip lights.

18.) Mount the two Strip Lights underneath the main roof section in the below position.

19.) Take roof over the fishing store and then connect the other end of the 30cm cable from the left section of the building to the top of the right strip light.

Before reconnecting the roof, take the other end of the 15cm cable below and connect it to the top of the left strip light.

This finally completes installation of the Old Fishing Store Light Kit. Now turn ‘ON’ your light kit and ENJOY!

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Light My Bricks : Caterham LED Lighting Kit



Here is the instructions document for the LEGO Caterham LED lighting kit. Please read and follow the steps carefully to ensure this lighting kit is installed properly.

Package contents:

  • 4x White Bit Lights (with 30cm cable)
  • 6x White Bit Lights (with 15 cm cable)
  • 1x 12-port Expansion Board
  • 1x Flat Battery Pack (2x CR2032 Batteries Required)

Extra LEGO Pieces

  • 3x LEGO Trans Red 1×1 plates
  • 3x LEGO Trans Clear 1×1 plates

Important things to note:

Laying cables in between and underneath bricks

Cables can fit in between and underneath LEGO® bricks, plates, and tiles providing they are laid correctly between the LEGO® studs. Do NOT forcefully join LEGO® together around cables; instead ensure they are laying comfortably in between each stud.




CAUTION: Forcing LEGO® to connect over a cable can result in damaging the cable and light.

Connecting cable connectors to Expansion Boards

Take extra care when inserting connectors to ports of Expansion Boards. Connectors can be inserted only one way. With the expansion board facing up, look for the soldered “=” symbol on the left side of the port. The connector side with the wires exposed should be facing toward the soldered “=” symbol as you insert into the port. If a plug won’t fit easily into a port connector, do not force it.

Incorrectly inserting the connector can result in bent pins inside the port or possible overheating of the expansion board when connected.



Installing Bit Lights under LEGO® bricks and plates.

When installing Bit Lights under LEGO® pieces, ensure they are placed the correct way up (Yellow LED component exposed). You can either place them directly on top of LEGO® studs or in between.





OK, Let’s Begin!

Instructions for installing this kit

1.) We will install bit lights to the headlights and blinkers first. Start by removing the headlight sections and disassemble the pieces as per below:





2.) We will first install lights to each blinker. Disassemble pieces of the blinkers and then take one White Bit Light 30cm and thread the connector side through the large hole of the black LEGO cone. Pull the cable all the way through from the other side until the LED component is right up inside the LEGO cone.





Secure the bit light in place by reconnecting the trans orange round plate. Reconnect the light grey LEGO piece to the other side and then reconnect this section back.




3.) Take another White Bit Light 30cm and place the LED component part in the centre of the black round LEGO piece. With the cable facing downward, reconnect the trans clear round LEGO piece over the top ensuring the LED component sits securely in the centre.




Reconnect the headlight section back on top of the blinker and then reconnect this whole section back to the left side of the Caterham.



Repeats step 2 and 3 to install another 2x White Bit Lights 30cm to the other side’s headlight and blinker.


4.) We will now lay the cables through to the back of the vehicle. Start by removing the bonnet section as well as the yellow pieces along the side.




Carefully lay the cables in between studs and then secure them by reconnecting the yellow pieces over the top.



5.) Thread the cables down underneath the vehicle, and then thread the cable back up from underneath as per below.




6.) Remove the passenger seat as well as the LEGO pieces behind to allow us to bring the cables to the back of the vehicle.




7.) Take the 12-port expansion board and connect the cables we have just brought over into the port closest to that side.


8.)Reconnect the seat and then lay the cables underneath and in between studs before then reconnecting pieces over the top.





Hide the rest of the cables along the sides underneath the yellow and black LEGO pieces ensuring you lay them in between studs.



9.) Turn the vehicle around and do the same for the headlight and blinkers on the drivers side using the same method we did in the previous step.













10.)Reconnect the bonnet section of the Caterham


11.) We will now move onto installing lights to the back of the Caterham. Note: We will be required to swap out a few of the LEGO tiles to enable us to install our bit lights underneath.


First remove the middle section as well as the 2 side sections as per below.




12.) We will start with the right side first. Remove the trans red and white tiles.


Take one White Bit Light 15cm and place the LED component directly over the black stud to the far right. Ensure the cable is facing toward the left and underneath the stud in the middle, then connect the trans clear 1×1 plate (provided in this kit) directly over the top.



Take another White Bit Light 15cm and place the LED component directly over the black stud in the middle. Ensure the cable is facing toward the left and this time, above the black stud to the left and then connect the trans red 1×1 plate (provided in this kit) directly over the top.


With the 2 cables underneath and above the black stud furthest to the left, reconnect the trans clear tile (original piece) directly over the top.


13.) Disconnect the grey LEGO piece underneath and then pull the two cables underneath and then and then upward. Reconnect the grey piece over the top to secure the cables down before reconnecting the whole section back to the Caterham.






14.) Repeat the previous 2 steps to install another 2x White Bit Light 15cm to the left section of the back of the Caterham again, swapping out the trans red and white tiles with the provided trans red and white plates.



15.) Take the middle section and then remove both the trans red and white tiles.



Take another White Bit Light 15cm and place the LED component over the left black stud and with the cable facing down, connect the trans clear plate (provided in this kit) directly over the top.



Repeat this step to install another White Bit Light 15cm to the right side of the middle section this time, using the trans red plate (provided in this kit) to connect directly over the top.


16.) Turn this middle section over and the bring the 2 cables up and then disconnect and reconnect the blue lego plate over the top.



17.) Reconnect the middle section back to the back of the Caterham ensuring the cables are all neatly tucked in behind the back then disconnect the two headlight and blinker cables from each side of the expansion board.




18.) Connect the two cables from the middle back section into each side of the expansion board then wind them around the expansion board twice.



19.) Now take the cables from the back left and right sections (4 cables) and then connect them to the next available ports on each side of the expansion board. Wind them around the expansion board (along with the first 2 cables we connected) another 2 times or until we have about 4–5cm of slack.



19.) Reconnect the cables from the 2 headlights and 2 blinker cables we removed earlier to each side of the expansion board.


20.) Take the flat battery pack and insert 2x CR2032 batteries into it. Connect the battery pack cable into one of the available ports of the expansion board.


21.) Neatly place the expansion board and cables into the back of the boot. The expansion board should fit exactly in the below position.


Neatly place the battery pack on top ensuring you tuck in the battery cable underneath.


22.) Reconnect the sections of the back which we removed earlier.


This now completes installation of your LEGO Caterham LED Lighting Kit. Now turn on and enjoy!