Unicorn Remote is a web based remote control for the Unicorn HAT LED matrix. It allows you to control light grid programs from a desktop or mobile browser and a web API.

Supports both the new Unicorn HAT HD 16x16 and original Unicorn HAT 8x8. It comes with a built-in set of programs for both, and allows you add your own.

The Unicorn HAT and HAT HD are available from Pimoroni.

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Setup

1. Follow first time setup for Unicorn HAT or Unicorn HAT HD

2. Clone or download the repository:

git clone https://github.com/njbbaer/unicorn-remote.git
cd unicorn-remote

3. Create a virtual environment (recommended)

virtualenv venv

4. Either enter the virtual environment with source venv/bin/activate or prefix commands with venv/bin/.

5. Install dependencies

pip install -r requirements.txt

6. Start Unicorn Remote

python run.py

Optional Arguments

-o --original use original 8x8 unicorn hat
-d --debug enable Flask debugging mode
-p --port <port> set port number (default 5000)

Web Interface

Visit the web interface by directing a browser to the server's address.

http://localhost:5000

• Choose a program from the dropdown list.
• Select the desired brightness and display rotation.
• Press Run to start the program, and Stop to end it.

Custom Programs

To add your own custom program, simply copy it into one of the follow directories:

app/programs/hd for 32x32 programs
OR app/programs/original for original 16x16 programs

No additional configuration required!

REST API

Start a program by placing a PUT request:

PUT /api/program/<program_name>

• All programs also accept optional query parameters for brightness and rotation.

Stop the currently running program:

PUT /api/stop

Testing

Run the test suite. Enjoy the light show.

python -m unittest

Contribute

• Star the repository to show your interest in this project.
• Give feedback, report bugs, and request features as GitHub issues.
• Improve the repository and submit a pull request.