Arduino WordClock

liudr:
The led looks a bit focused. Did you get the diffuse LEDs or not? Diffuse leds can be viewed from a large range of angles. Their plastic housings look rougher than a smooth plastic surface.

If this question is directed at me then no I did not use diffused LED's. I used these http://uk.mouser.com/ProductDetail/Cree-Inc/C535A-WJN-CS0V0151/?qs=%2Fha2pyFadugYYN%2FkEaGd5KoOjGvMC7QxGs05ryBegjRuYV232%2FuYlWKl%252b6XNvG2l to get the desired light cone diameter 1.6mm-2mm above the lens.