Running Legacy RS485 Light-o-Rama Controllers and RS485 Based DMX (E1.11) and Ethernet Based (E1.31) DMX Controllers Together
If you have an existing LOR network or controllers and would like to integrate modern, standards based controllers into that network, this page shows a variety of different options available to you. N |
Running E1.11 / DMX 1990 Controllers (EasyPix, Dumb Controllers) from AlphaPix RS485 Interface
The AlphaPix pixel controller has the ability to output legacy, DMX 1990 / E1.11 data using RS485 to legacy controllers such as the EasyPix , common dumb RGB and non-RGB controllers and devices such a |
How much power do I need for LEDs/RGB Modules/Nodes/Strip/RGB Elements?
You can use any 12v power supply that will supply the correct amount of current with our RGB lights - you do not have to use our 12v waterproof power supply .
For some of our RGB products ( Cor |
DMX + Power over CAT5 System Details
Some of our products are built on a " DMX + Power over CAT5" system. This article explains about the system and why it may or may not be right for your display.
There are cases where |
Why HolidayCoro needs detailed information about your project
HolidayCoro often receives questions from customers that are open ended, meaning that the question isn’t about a single specific product such as - “what voltage does this operate at” but are in |
I'm new to RGB Lighting - Where can I go for help?
Have you seen the amazing displays that can be created with RGB based technologies an wondered how you can do the same thing for your display but just don't know where to start? Building elements (Meg |
AlphaPix Technical Support Page
All support and technical assistance for the AlphaPix controllers can be found on this page. If you are looking for controller specific information, including purchasing the AlphaPix, see this page: h |
Software Applications Supported by HolidayCoro Lighting Controllers
HolidayCoro sells a wide variety of hardware that allow you to build most any project but what we don't sell is software - and for a good reason. We believe there are many good applications on the mar |
5 Volt or 12 Volt - Which Should I Use For My Project?
A very common question we get at HolidayCoro is - which voltage should I use for my project. While there are often not many absolutes, this article works to cover many of the factors you should be con |
Why does HolidayCoro offer a variable warranty on controllers?
Starting Jan 1, 2017, HolidayCoro moved from a standard warranty on all controllers to an variable warranty based on customer choice. Those choices are: No Warranty - the controller is sold as-is and |
The Color Of My RGB Lights Don't Match the Color on the Monitor
Some customers will notice that when they sequence lights on their computer, the color shown for the virtual RGB lights on the computer does not exactly match the color of the lights. This article pro |
Stand Alone / Play on Controller Options for Holiday Displays
This article covers common questions about "S
tand Alone" playback of sequences. Let's start off with some basic information:
The typical process for a holiday lighting display is as follows: |
Are your controllers LOR Compatible?
Are HolidayCoro RGB Pixel Controllers Light-o-Rama compatible?
See the information below on how to determine compatibility between Light-o-Rama software and hardware and industry standard Ho |
EU Member Country Shipments
As of 30-Jun-2021 we no longer ship directly to EU countries We are sorry but due to changes by EU governments to place additional tax collection requirements on shippers outside these countries, we |
SD Card Not Reading or Working with HinksPix PRO CPU
PROBLEM: When attempting to save your configuration information when using the design tool or when attempting to play a sequence created with the HSA application, your SD cannot be read or written to. |
Are HolidayCoro products "Plug and Play"?
We are sometimes asked are our products are "Plug and Play" and this article defines what HolidayCoro considers "Plug and Play". Controllers Applies to controllers listed as "Ready2Run" or "Ready to R |
What lighting controllers do your products work with?
For products that work with mini lights, C7 and C9 lights, our products work with ALL lighting controller systems, including, but not limited to:
HolidayCoro AC Controllers |
Understanding DMX (presentation)
DMX is the most wide spread and popular lighting protocol in the world and is the near de facto protocol used in the DIY lighting world today. The Understanding DMX class provides background on how D |
CoroTree Assembly Instructions
CoroTree Installation Instructions
The CoroTree has a "living hinge" cut down the middle of the tree. This hinge can have the gap facing outward or inward. When the gap is facing inward it has a s |
Customer Supplied Tools and Supplies
As the majority of our products are Do It Yourself, they often require customer supplied tools or materials. This page references some of those materials, recommendations, estimated costs and where y |
