WS2812C

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  "title": "WS2812C",
  "brief": "Worldsemi RGB LEDs(Built-In IC), SMD5050-4P. Pinout cross-checked by two models against the datasheet, KiCad symbol/footprint/3D.",
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    "package": "SMD5050-4P",
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    "category": "Optoelectronics",
    "subcategory": "RGB LEDs(Built-In IC)",
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        "number": "2",
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        "description": "Control data signal output that sends the reshaped data stream to the next cascaded pixel."
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        "name": "VSS",
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      },
      {
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      "Manufacturer": "Worldsemi",
      "Package": "SMD5050-4P",
      "Category": "Optoelectronics",
      "Pins": "4"
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  "author": {
    "name": "Ray",
    "email": "[email protected]"
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