Sorry for the serious lack of information on this page.

I'm having a difficult time staying on task as you can well imagine.  Easily distracted is what my husband calls it.  ;-)

Most of the questions and answers for this FAQ is geared towards using LEDs in animated displays.  I've included links to other sites that contain more detailed and technical information that I've found extremely helpful in my testing and research.

Why do some of the strings flicker?

What's a rectifier and what's the difference between half and full bridge rectified strands.

Can you dim C-9 replacements and Action floods?

Why did so many people have problems with LED A/C floods.

What's the difference between MR-16s and A/C floods.

Can I paint LEDs if I want a different color?

Do you recommend replaceable bulb strands like Philips?

Are LEDs inherantly directional?