Python Module for PowerLED 2.89.4

[ChonkyBork]

Hi

I'm working on trying to create a DIY race timing clock using some P10 single color led panels. I ordered a TF-M6NUR controller board that I was planning to link to a raspberry pi using a network cable. The problem is that the TF-M6NUR controller seems to only be usable with PowerLED application that only runs on Windows.

I was hoping to find a python module to be able to send data to the controller without using PowerLED but haven't had any luck in researching.

If I can't find something that's already developed I'm assuming I could monitor network traffic to see what the PowerLED app sends to the controller card and then create my own module.

I feel like this should already exist but maybe i'm living in a dream land.

Christopher

[Larz60+]

There's a lot of technical information that you can download here.
You should be able to find some help on that site.

[RachelStandish]

Your approach of sniffing network traffic to reverse-engineer the protocol is solid if no existing Python module supports the TF-M6NUR. You might also check OpenLED or LEDMatrix software for compatibility. Have you considered a direct GPIO-driven HAT like rpi-rgb-led-matrix? As a musician, I frequently send high-quality audio recordings and production files to collaborators. Finding a reliable way to transfer large files was always a struggle, but then I discovered Filemail. It’s quick, easy, and doesn’t require the recipient to sign up, which makes it super convenient for music professionals like me!

[ChonkyBork]

Thank you but I've looked through most of that and don't see anything about the actual commands to send. I picked up some wifi controllers to test using something similar to this...
https://kevinmloeffler.com/2018/07/29/a-...-calendar/

My race timing software needs to run on windows anyway so by using technology similar to the above I should be able to do what I want with even less tech in the clock itself.

I'm still thinking i'm gonna trace the network commands that get sent and try to recreate them myself in a python module.