DIP Switch Addressing Chart
Below is the link to our DMX Address DIP Switch Setting Chart:
Download PDF Switch Chart
NOTE: On HolidayCoro dumb DMX controllers, DIP switch 10 turns on test mode. It may be necessary to tu |
Pixel Spacing Distances / How do Pixels Get Their Addresses?
First, lets start with a basic understanding of how pixels address pixels and then on to how this affects the spacing of pixels. While each pixel protocol/chip type (2811, 2801, 6803, 1804, etc) has a |
Networking Options for AlphaPix Wired Network Connections with Home Networks
The AlphaPix controller receives E1.31 data via Ethernet over a CAT5 cable, as a result of this, to get data from the PC to the AlphaPix, we need to send data out the Ethernet port on the show PC to t |
Controller Firmware Page
HolidayCoro Firmware Page
Step-by-Step Firmware Upgrade Instructions
NOTES:
We highly recommend updates of firmware from a Windows PC ( Mac platform not supporte |
Cross-Ship Replacement Instructions
You've been directed to this page because HolidayCoro support staff has determined that the product you have, may be or has been determined to be defective and needs to be exchanged for a replacement |
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 |
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 |
AlphaPix Evolution vs. HinksPix Pro
Differences between the AlphaPix Evolution and HinksPix Pro CPUs used in the Flex Expansion System
The chart below shows the individual technical differences between the two CPUs offered for |
HinksPix Setup and Instructional Page
Congratulations on the purchase of your HinksPix PRO controller. This page contains all the videos for how to do just about everything with this controller.
Major Function
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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 |
Event Sponsership
Due to the community oriented nature of holiday decorating, we receive a fair number of requests throughout the year for sponsorship or donation of items for minis, Academy's and other informal "g |
DMX Wiring Cross Reference
HolidayCoro devices that use CAT5 wire for DMX signals (excluding E1.31 devices) are intended to be wired using pins 1 and 2 of CAT5 wiring (568B) for their RS485 DMX input signal. If you are usin |
Wiring Up and Programming your HolidayCoro DMX Controller (flow chart and videos)
When setting the address via the DIP switches on the controller (accessible after removing the two screws and the cover of the controller), here is the chart for setting the address: http://www.holid |
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 |
International Shipping Costs
Q: Do you ship to EU countries? A: As of 28-Jun-2021 we have discontinued shipments to the EU due to tax and clearance requirements. See this article for information about how to order shipments to t |
Can I copy or merge a HolidayCoro Sequence with my existing sequences?
When adding a new element, such as a Pixel MegaTree to an existing lighting display that already has an established group of songs, customers often wish to "merge" a purchased sequence for that new el |
Procedure for repair of a mid-span failure in pixels
This article details how to repair pixels (nodes, modules, strip, bulbs) when that length of lights has a mid-span failure. This process does not apply to pixels with one or two failures of a single c |
How to make two Pixel Megatrees play the same sequence
Customers with 360 degree pixel megatrees may wish to use pre-made sequences for 180 degree trees and have the same content displayed on both sides of the tree. This article explains how to mirror out |
Displaying one sequence on two identical pixel megatrees
For some installations where two 180 degree trees are used with two separate pixel controllers, you may wish to "duplicate" the output so that each tree shows the same sequence for one half of the tre |
Wireless Networking Options for E1.31 and E1.11 Controllers
With the proliferation of wireless technology, many common items like thermostats, phones and TV's are now wireless and no longer require dedicated cables for their data "feed". This article covers th |
