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LIGHT MY BRICKS 76178 Installation Manual

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LEGO® DAILY BUGLE
#76178 LIGHT KIT
INSTALLATION GUIDE

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  • Page 1 LEGO® DAILY BUGLE #76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALLATION GUIDE...
  • Page 2 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Light My Bricks LEGO® DAILY BUGLE #76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALLATION GUIDE Hi There! We’re here to help you get started on the LEGO® Daily Bugle (76178) Light Kit. This PDF details the instructions for the LED light kit only. If you are wishing to purchase this product, please click here to view the product page.
  • Page 3 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE PACKAGE CONTENTS: LEGO PIECES: 16 x White 30cm Bit Light * • 2 x Trans Clear Plate 2x2 w Rounded Bottom 1 x Flashing Red 30cm Bit Light • 2 x Trans Clear Round Plate 1x1 6 x White 15cm Bit Light •...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Contents Before You Begin Instructions Final Product Wireless Power Connectors Tip Troubleshooting Contact CONTENTS...

  • Page 5: Before You Begin

    LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Before You Begin Laying cables in between Connecting Cable and underneath bricks Connectors To Expansion Boards Cables can fit in between and underneath LEGO® bricks, plates, and tiles providing Take extra care when inserting connectors they are laid correctly between the to ports of Expansion Boards.
  • Page 6 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Before You Begin Connecting Cable Connecting Micro Cable Connectors To Strip Lights Connectors To Micro Expansion Board Ports Take extra care when inserting connectors to ports on the Strip Lights. Connectors Take extra care when inserting the can be inserted only one way.
  • Page 7 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Before You Begin Installing Bit Lights Under Lego® Bricks And Plates When installing Bit Lights under LEGO® pieces, ensure they are placed the correct way up (Yellow LED component exposed). You can either place them directly on top of LEGO®...

  • Page 8: Instructions

    LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE INSTRUCTIONS To ensure a smooth installation of your light kit, please read and follow each step carefully. If you run into any issues, please refer to the online troubleshooting guide. INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 9 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP DIRECTIONAL TWIST / BRAID POWER ON TEST NOTE ICON RECONNECT INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 10 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Trans Clear Plate 2x2 White 30cm Bit Light w Rounded Bottom Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP DIRECTIONAL TWIST / BRAID POWER ON TEST NOTE ICON RECONNECT INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 11 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP DIRECTIONAL TWIST / BRAID POWER ON TEST NOTE ICON RECONNECT INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 12 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE White 30cm Bit Light Trans Clear Plate 2x2 w Rounded Bottom Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP DIRECTIONAL TWIST / BRAID POWER ON TEST NOTE ICON RECONNECT INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 13 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE 2x Black Plate 1x1 Mod Black Skeleton Arm, Bent w Rounded w Handle Clips (Horizontal Grips) Black Round Plate 1x1 w Open Stud White 30cm Bit Light Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP...
  • Page 14 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP DIRECTIONAL TWIST / BRAID POWER ON TEST NOTE ICON RECONNECT INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 15 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Black Plate 1x1 Mod Rounded w Handle The wires will prevent the grill plate from completely reconnecting. This is Black Round Plate 1x1 Cool White Large 30cm Bit Light OK and will not affect...
  • Page 16 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE 2x Dark Bluish Grey Plate 1x6 Dark Bluish Grey Plate 1x8 Dark Bluish Grey Plate 1x4 Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP DIRECTIONAL TWIST / BRAID POWER ON TEST NOTE ICON...
  • Page 17 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Use 1x1 Plate that we previously disconnected from Step 3 White 30cm Bit Light Ensure the LED is facing down Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP DIRECTIONAL TWIST / BRAID POWER ON TEST...
  • Page 18 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Wireless Power Connector 2x White Strip Light 2x 15cm Connecting Cable Wireless Power Connectors (Tile Side) Ensure the wire is facing the inside of the building Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP...
  • Page 19 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Stick the Strip Light underneath the following beam in the middle position Stick the second Strip light underneath the following beam in the middle position Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP...
  • Page 20 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Pull the Bit Light cable from the news stand over the side wall. Bring the 12-Port Expansion Board following 3 spotlight cables underneath the beam as shown Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP...
  • Page 21 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Connect all the Bit Lights, Connecting Cable and Wireless Power Connector to the 12-Port Expansion Board Temporarily USB Powe Cable disconnect the USB Power Cable Connect to a USB, Power Bank, USB to AA...
  • Page 22 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Twist / braid the remaining cables into a neat bunch to ensure cables are not visible from the outside looking in. Reconnect the USB Power Cable Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP...
  • Page 23 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Wireless Power Connector (Plate Side) Ensure the wire side of the Wireless Power Connector is facing inside the building Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP DIRECTIONAL TWIST / BRAID POWER ON TEST...
  • Page 24 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE 2x White Strip Light 2x 15cm Connecting Cable 6-Port Expansion Board Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP DIRECTIONAL TWIST / BRAID POWER ON TEST NOTE ICON RECONNECT INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 25 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Wireless Power Connectors Wireless Power Connector (Tile Side) Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP DIRECTIONAL TWIST / BRAID POWER ON TEST NOTE ICON RECONNECT INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 26 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Ensure you bring Wireless Power Connector Wireless Power Connectors up the Connecting (Tile Side) Cable in between plates before reconnecting the left corner section Bring the Connecting Cable up in between plates...
  • Page 27 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Ensure the cable Connect pieces is facing the back to new positions as of the building as shown shown Ensure the cable is facing the inside of the building Legend CONNECT /...
  • Page 28 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light or expansion board).
  • Page 29 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Ensure the White 30cm Bit Light cable of the Wireless Power Connector is facing the outside of the building Ensure the LED is facing down Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP...
  • Page 30 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE 6-Port Expansion Board Wireless Power Connectors Wireless Power Connector (Tile Side) Ensure the cable is facing the right side Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP DIRECTIONAL TWIST / BRAID POWER ON TEST...
  • Page 31 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Pull out the cables firmly to reduce excess wire Secure the Expansion Board in place as shown Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP DIRECTIONAL TWIST / BRAID POWER ON TEST NOTE ICON...
  • Page 32 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Wireless Power Connector (Plate Side) Ensure the cable is facing inside the building Dark Bluish Grey Plate 1x6 White 30cm Bit Light Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP DIRECTIONAL TWIST / BRAID...
  • Page 33 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE 6-Port Expansion Board Connect the Bit Flicker Effects Board Light to the 6-Port Expansion Board Connect the 5cm Connecting Cable Wireless Power Connector cable to the ‘IN’ Port on the Flicker Effects Board...
  • Page 34 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE White 30cm Bit Light White 30cm Bit Light Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP DIRECTIONAL TWIST / BRAID POWER ON TEST NOTE ICON RECONNECT INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 35 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Trans Orange 1x1 Round Plate White 30cm Bit Light Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP DIRECTIONAL TWIST / BRAID POWER ON TEST NOTE ICON RECONNECT INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 36 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Pull the three cables all the way out before connecting them to the 6-Port Expansion Board 2x Adhesive Squares 2x Adhesive Squares Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP DIRECTIONAL TWIST / BRAID...
  • Page 37 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Ensure the Wireless Power Connectors are aligned Ensure you mount both boards in the exact same positions as shown Ensure the Wireless Power Connectors are aligned Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP...
  • Page 38 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light or expansion board).
  • Page 39 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE 6-Port Expansion Board Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP DIRECTIONAL TWIST / BRAID POWER ON TEST NOTE ICON RECONNECT INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 40 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Cool White 15cm Bit Light Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP DIRECTIONAL TWIST / BRAID POWER ON TEST NOTE ICON RECONNECT INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 41 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Wireless Power Connector Ensure the cable Wireless Power Connector is facing the left side (Tile Side) 2x Adhesive Squares Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP DIRECTIONAL TWIST / BRAID POWER ON TEST...
  • Page 42 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light or expansion board).
  • Page 43 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE 15cm Connecting Cable Wireless Power Connector (Plate Side) 2x White Strip Light 5cm Connecting Cable Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP DIRECTIONAL TWIST / BRAID POWER ON TEST NOTE ICON RECONNECT...
  • Page 44 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light or expansion board).
  • Page 45 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE 8-Port Expansion Board Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP DIRECTIONAL TWIST / BRAID POWER ON TEST NOTE ICON RECONNECT INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 46 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE 2x Black Plate 1x1 Mod Rounded w Handle Black Round Plate 1x1 Cool White 30cm Large Bit Light w Open Stud Black Skeleton Arm, Bent w Clips (Horizontal Grips) Legend CONNECT /...
  • Page 47 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Angle the spotlights exactly as shown so that it can shine up onto the Daily Bugle sign Angle the spotlight exactly as shown so that it can shine up onto the Daily Bugle sign...
  • Page 48 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light or expansion board).
  • Page 49 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Flashing Red 30cm Bit Light Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP DIRECTIONAL TWIST / BRAID POWER ON TEST NOTE ICON RECONNECT INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 50 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Pull the cable down as you reconnect the upper tower section to elliminate slack. Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP DIRECTIONAL TWIST / BRAID POWER ON TEST NOTE ICON RECONNECT INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 51 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Warm White 30cm Micro Bit Light Warm White 30cm Micro Bit Light Hook the Micro Bit Light over the inside of the Firestar’s left hand, then secure it in place by reconnecting...
  • Page 52 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Micro 2-4 Port Expansion Board 2x Warm White 30cm Large Bit Light Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP DIRECTIONAL TWIST / BRAID POWER ON TEST NOTE ICON RECONNECT INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 53 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE White 30cm Bit Light White 30cm Bit Light Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP DIRECTIONAL TWIST / BRAID POWER ON TEST NOTE ICON RECONNECT INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 54 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE White 30cm Bit Light Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP DIRECTIONAL TWIST / BRAID POWER ON TEST NOTE ICON RECONNECT INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 55 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light or expansion board).
  • Page 56 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE 15cm Connecting Cable Connect the 15cm Connect the 15cm Connecting Cable to Connecting Cable the IN port channel and the Flashing Red on the Flicker Effects 30cm Bit Light to the Board...
  • Page 57 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light or expansion board).
  • Page 58 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE White 15cm Bit Light Trans Clear Round Plate 1x1 Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP DIRECTIONAL TWIST / BRAID POWER ON TEST NOTE ICON RECONNECT INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 59 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP DIRECTIONAL TWIST / BRAID POWER ON TEST NOTE ICON RECONNECT INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 60 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light or expansion board).
  • Page 61 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light or expansion board).
  • Page 62 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE White 15cm Bit Light Trans Orange Round Plate 1x1 Legend CONNECT / DISCONNECT TURN / FLIP DIRECTIONAL TWIST / BRAID POWER ON TEST NOTE ICON RECONNECT INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 63 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light or expansion board).
  • Page 64 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE If you experience any issues with the lights not working and suspect an issue with a component, please try a different port on the expansion board to verify where the fault lies (with the light or expansion board).

  • Page 65: Final Product

    LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE FINAL PRODUCT This finally completes installation of the Light My Bricks Daily Bugle 76178 Light Kit. FINAL PPRODUCT...

  • Page 66: Wireless Power Connectors Tip

    LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Wireless Power Connectors Install Tip If you’re having connectivity / contact Pull the terminal contacts issues with the Wireless Power further out. Connectors, try the following tip to help Use a pair of tweezers to gently pull out resolve the issue.

  • Page 67: Troubleshooting

    LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE TROUBLESHOOTING Light My Bricks lighting To prevent unnecessary If you are experiencing kits contain individual damage to components, issues with your Light components that are very we highly recommend that My Bricks set, watch our...
  • Page 68 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Troubleshooting Firstly, ensure that the Check For CR2032 Batteries batteries have power using a Using The Flat Battery Pack battery charge gauge. Inside the battery pack is a symbol indicating which side the (round) CR2032 If the batteries have no power, battery should be inserted.
  • Page 69 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Troubleshooting Check For Cr2032 Batteries Check for AA batteries Using The Round Battery using the AA battery pack Pack Inside the battery pack are symbols indicating which direction the AA battery Inside the battery pack is a symbol indicating should be inserted.
  • Page 70 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Troubleshooting Check Your Wires In order for Light My Bricks components to fit If the wiring is detached from the LED itself, the in between and underneath LEGO® bricks, the light will not operate.
  • Page 71 LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE Troubleshooting Check Your Expansion Board A short circuit can also result in overheating of the board, cable or Ports/ Strip Light Ports / batteries. If you suspect a short circuit, Effects Board Ports...

  • Page 72: Contact

    LEGO DAILY BUGLE 76178 LIGHT KIT INSTALL GUIDE CONTACT US If you have an enquiry regarding the online shop, our products or a general enquiry please refer to our Frequently Asked Questions webpage here. Alternatively, you can contact our Customer Services team by visiting our online support portal here.
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