The 5 controllers most used with xLights: Falcon, Kulp, Experience Lights, HinksPix and Advatek PixLite.What each one does, how they compare, and the good and bad points of each. What a pixel controller does A pixel controller sits between your computer (or show player) and your pixels. xLights sends it the show data over your … Read more
A pixel mega tree is the centrepiece of many Christmas light shows. Here is what you need, how it goes together, and how to set it up in xLights. What is a pixel mega tree? A pixel mega tree is a tall cone of lights. Strings of pixels run from a ring at the top … Read more
Start planning your 2026 display now with PixelMapr and CPA If you’ve ever found yourself halfway through setting up your display and wondering where power injection should go, or why a prop is dropping voltage, PixelMapr is worth a look. PixelMapr (https://www.pixelmapr.com/) is a free, browser-based planning tool designed for pixel decorators. No sign-up required, … Read more
If you ask ten people this question, you will get a few different answers. Lights, inflatables, wreaths. All popular. But one decoration still sits clearly at the top. The Christmas Tree is still Number One The Christmas tree remains the centrepiece of Christmas decorating in Australia and around the world. It anchors the entire display … Read more
Synchronising Christmas lights to music looks complex from the outside, but the process is straightforward when broken into stages. Whether you are starting small or planning a large pixel display, the same fundamentals apply. This guide walks through the key steps to get a working show up and running. Build a Successful Synchronised Christmas Light … Read more
