This is an update to my RGB Pixel Basics series about using music in your display. We cover FM transmitters, finding an open frequency near you and uploading a video of your display to YouTube.
A quick video about pixel controller connections – there is more than one way to do it. Includes a close-up explanation of pixel components.
RGB pixel computer networking can be confusing for new folks. This video walks through setting up a “show” network on a Raspberry Pi.
Here’s the basics for getting started using RGB Pixels for your light display.
Falcon Pixel Controllers: www.pixelcontroller.com
SanDevices Pixel Controllers: sandevices.com
Falcon Player Software: falconchristmas.com/wiki/Falcon_FPP
xLights sequencing software: xlights.org
Lighting 101 Manual: bit.ly/2FpyHMq
Christmas Expo: www.christmasexpo.com
Keith’s YouTube channel: bit.ly/2tjYhNM
Amazon Affiliate Links:
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Raspberry Pi 3 (full starter kit) amzn.to/2Ad7oli
MeanWell 12V Power Supply amzn.to/2kaWnLC
Non-MeanWell 12V Power Supply amzn.to/2oI2p5K
Christmas Lighting Forums:
AusChristmasLighting.com
DIYChristmas
DoItYourselfChristmas
FalconChristmas
xLights
PlanetChristmas
Facebook Groups:
Advanced RGB Pixels and Controllers
Official xLights Support Group
FPP, Falcon Player
I finally put these things together, but I have no idea what to call them other than “sticks.” They look kinda cool and I need more verticals in the display.
DMX moving head lights are gaining popularity in lighting displays. We can automate them in xLights and run them from a Falcon F16V3. They’re also a lot of fun!
2PC 60W RGBW Mini Beam Spot Moving Head Stage Light DMX Bar Party DJ Disco Light
The Wall Washer turned out to be an ineffective design. I changed out the pixels in order to throw more light.
I had planned on replacing the pixels in the wreath prior to the season last year, but ran out of time. The wreath made that a priority this year. The video includes a power injection demo.
How far can you go from controller to the first pixel? We look at some different cabling options including CAT5 to run RGB pixels then run some tests.
WARNING! Running high current through small wires poses a risk of fire. If you use Ethernet cable to power your display, make sure you do not exceed the current handling capabilities of the wire. Make sure the wires do not overheat under normal operation of your show.
This video and the information contained therein are presented for entertainment purposes only.
How to roll up light strings, the story on my wife and her progress, Hanson Electronics rPi-28D (http://www.hansonelectronics.com.au/product/rpi-28d/) pixel controller hat.