Found some great items at the 2015 Christmas Expo. This video shows how to add a candy cane into the Nutcracker models. It can also be used for creating models in the Light O Rama pixel editor. For more information… Read More
Setting up Dual Models in Nutcracker V4
This video shows how to use two separate models in Nutcracker V4 to create different effects over the same channels. I created dual models for my window frames, spinners, and wreath just to create some cool effects for my Independence… Read More
Nutcracker V4 Setup and Add Effects to Dumb and Smart RGB Display Elements
This video shows how to setup an new nutcracker sequence from the beginning. This was an email question I received from Philip. He was having trouble rendering effects on his RGB modules. This video goes through basic model (dumb and… Read More
Building Custom Models in Nutcracker Using FREE Spread Sheets OR Excel
Here is a tutorial on how to create models in XLights Nutcracker. I’m setting up my GECE RGB Pixel wreath using 63 pixels. I also show how to use the spread sheet to copy and past pixel data into Nutcracker. … Read More
New Falcon F16v2 Pixel controller works GREAT!
I have finished building and installing the new 64 universe Falcon F16v2 from Falcon Christmas. This board is amazing, it can run over 10,000 pixels! A special thank you to David Pitts for adding the protocol that runs my… Read More
RGB Coro Star 2015
Just finished the Prototype coro star. I Plan on making 19 more for the 2015 display.
Pixel Mini Tree
49 pixels total. 7 strings of 7 pixels Center poll: 3′ long piece of 2″x3″ Base: 18″x16″ Hardware needed ~30′ pallet strapping (I used 3/4″ wide stock) 2 @ 3″ drywall screws 14 @ cup hooks 14 @ zipties Optional… Read More
Mini Pixel Tree color fade
My new mini pixel tree fading from one solid color to another.
Par 38 Stellar Labs 555 11411 RGB Flood Light
I found this RGB flood light on MCM’s website. I receive their email specials and this items was listed for $30 with $5 shipping. I was able to get the flood light to be controlled by both X-Lights/Nutcracker, and Light… Read More
My Songs Know: Fall Out Boys Test
Quick test from my laptop on this little prop. 7 channels of LOR with 1,400 multi incandescent lights. Deciding whether I should make this fan/domino into a 6′ tall element. I like how it turned out.