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What You'll Need
- Nanoleaf Shapes Hexagons Smarter Kit (9-pack)
- Power supply unit (included)
- Linkers and mounting tape (included)
- Controller (included)
- Smartphone with Nanoleaf app
- 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network
- Smooth, flat wall surface
Step-by-Step Setup
- Plan your layout: Arrange the hexagons on the floor first to design your pattern. Take a photo for reference.
- Clean the wall: Wipe the wall surface with a dry cloth to remove dust and debris for better adhesion.
- Connect panels with linkers: Snap panels together using the included linkers. Each panel connects to adjacent panels at the edge connectors.
- Attach mounting tape: Apply the double-sided mounting tape to the back of each panel.
- Mount the first panel: Press firmly against the wall for 30 seconds. This is your anchor panel.
- Add remaining panels: Connect and mount each panel one at a time, pressing firmly for adhesion.
- Connect the controller: Attach the controller to any panel using a linker.
- Connect power: Plug the power supply into the controller and into a wall outlet.
- Download Nanoleaf app: Install and create a Nanoleaf account.
- Pair the panels: Tap "+" and follow the Wi-Fi pairing instructions. Enter your 2.4GHz network credentials.
- Run layout detection: The app will automatically detect your panel arrangement.
Key Features
- RGBW LED panels (16M+ colors)
- Modular design—expand anytime
- Touch-enabled (touch actions)
- Music sync via built-in mic
- Screen mirror for gaming
- Works with Alexa, Google, HomeKit
- Scenes and dynamic effects
- Thread border router capability
Troubleshooting
- Panels not lighting up: Check linker connections—they must click firmly. Ensure power supply is connected. Try reseating linkers.
- App can't find panels: Ensure 2.4GHz Wi-Fi (not 5GHz). Power cycle the panels. Reset controller by holding power button 10 seconds.
- Layout detection wrong: Ensure all panels are connected with linkers. Run detection again. Manually adjust in app if needed.
- Panels falling off wall: Clean wall thoroughly before remounting. Use additional mounting tape. Avoid textured walls.
- Some panels different color: Check linker connections. Update firmware. Ensure all panels are same generation.