2. The Lightpad Block
2.1 Connections and Specifications
USB C Connector
The Lightpad Block features a USB C connector for charging the device or for a MIDI-over-
USB connection between BLOCKS and a computer. Please see chapter 2.2 for more
information about charging the Lightpad Block and Chapter 4.2 for information about the
battery.
DNA Connectors
The Lightpad Block features 8 DNA connectors. These 6-pin connectors carry power and bi-
directional full duplex serial communications.
These connectors also make it possible to magnetically attach additional Blocks such as the
Live Block and Loop Block. The Lightpad Block also serves as a charging hub to charge any
additional Blocks that are connected to its DNA connectors. The orientation of the DNA
connectors allows for countless configurations of multiple Blocks ensuring that users can
create their own perfect setup. Please see chapter 2.2 for more info on charging.
Power Button
The power button is located on the bottom side of the Lightpad Block. Press this button to
turn it on, press and hold for approximately 3 seconds to turn the Lightpad Block off. While
on
, pressing this button repeatedly toggles between Bluetooth pairing mode and “cable”
mode.
Mode Button
The Mode button is on the left side panel of the Lightpad Block and cycles through the
playable modes.
Dimensions and Weight
The 5D Touch-sensitive control surface features 15 x 15 RGB LED Matrix that make up a
total of 225 cells. The Lightpad Block measures 94mm x 94mm x 20mm (3.7in x 3.7in x 0.78
in) / and weighs 250g (0.5lbs)