Capsule light v1 :: how-to, troubleshooting, FAQs

Capsule lights from 2012.11 - 2018.05

How to: turn on/off a capsule v1 light
There is a single recessed button on the bottom of the capsule light. To turn on, press the button - it will enter the pattern it was most recently in. ...
Wed, 20 Sep, 2023 at 8:39 PM
Modes: how many modes are there in capsule v1?
Capsule v1 has 10 adjustable modes and 3 modes with preset patterns. The first 10 modes are adjustable and allow you to create an infinite number of unique ...
Wed, 20 Sep, 2023 at 8:39 PM
Modes: how do I select a podpoi v1/capsule 1 light mode?
These instructions apply to capsule 1.0 and 1.2. Press the button briefly (short press), the light will enter the next mode. The last mode is off. F...
Sun, 8 Nov, 2020 at 2:18 PM
Modes: how do I adjust a podpoi v1/capsule 1 mode?
These instructions apply to capsule 1.0 and 1.2. Hold the button for over half a second (long press), let go when the light flashes, before it turns off...
Sat, 7 Nov, 2020 at 3:38 PM
Modes: can I set my capsule v1 light to a solid color?
Yes you can in Bold mode, which is the 3rd mode.  When in Bold, enter 'adjust' by holding the button down until it blinks and let go (about 1...
Sun, 8 Nov, 2020 at 2:18 PM
Modes: how do I access preset modes on the capsule v1 light?
These instructions apply to capsule 1 NOT capsule 2.0. Here are some terms we use to describe the capsule light’s features: Mode = one of the 13 adj...
Sun, 8 Nov, 2020 at 2:19 PM
Modes: how do I use "favorites" in capsule v1?
In capsule 1, the Favorites mode gives you access to the last 10 patterns you have SAVED. What is a Pattern? Mode = one of the 13 adjustable modes the ...
Wed, 20 Sep, 2023 at 8:39 PM
Modes: can I adjust the timing of my capsule v1 lights?
  You won't be able to adjust the timing as the capsule light doesn't have a crystal. You can sync two capsule lights better by ensuring that the b...
Wed, 20 Sep, 2023 at 8:40 PM
troubleshooting: accelerometer/ kinetic response is funky in capsule 1
The "kinetic awareness" feature detects if you are spinning (kinetic) or not moving (static). There is a delay between kinetic and static to smoot...
Wed, 11 Nov, 2020 at 3:30 PM
Troubleshooting: I dropped my capsule 1.0 in water. Can I save it?
Yes, there is still hope! Check out this video for instructions on how to rescue a water-damaged capsule light. If this video does not help, please cont...
Mon, 10 Jun, 2019 at 1:21 PM