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Restoring Shape to a Waterproof Cable Male Threads or Female Nut Deformed Mis-shapen
Sometimes customers may receive a waterproof cable with a nut or the threaded male end that is misshapen. This can occur because of the following reasons: * Pressure inside a a shipping box combined w
Death of the Grid (Object Oriented Sequencing or OOS)
Animated Christmas lighting is getting more and more complex each day and programming it all is becoming quite a task. This is an article we wrote describing what we feel is the future of sequencing
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
Unable to Operate Message on AlphaPix / Network Troubleshooting on AlphaPix
ISSUE: AlphaPix displays "UNABLE TO OPERATE" on LCD interface CAUSE: This message indicates that the AlphaPix will not decode E1.31 or Artnet data because there is no network connection between the c
Troubleshooting: xLights Confirmation Capture
You have been directed to this page due to a reported configuration issue with xLights software. This page provides information on how to properly capture the information that our HolidayCoro technica
Commercial Displays - Malls, Municipal Projects, Zoos, Drive Through Parks, Theme Parks and More
Since 2008, HolidayCoro has work with consultants, lighting designers, production companies on projects with Mega Churches, Zoos, Theme Parks, Drive Through Parks, Malls, Municipal Displays and more.
Can I download my sequences/software directly from your website?
Yes - our new website has a download system that, once your order has been completed (shipped), you will receive a download link to directly download your sequences or software. If you loose your
How to change the color of clear lights to purple and orange
This article provides information on how you can change the tint of clear/white lights to orange and purple.   Download Article
Warranty Periods and Policies for HolidayCoro Products
HolidayCoro Product Warranty Terms HolidayCoro wants to ensure that all our customers have a positive experience with their products. The warranty listed below is our minimum standard pro
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
Product Review Awards
We love to hear back from customers on their purchases from HolidayCoro. So, about 15 days after you purchase your item, we sent out an email asking for your feedback on the item and/or the website -
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
Holiday Coro Coupon Code
WARNING: We only post discount coupon codes via our mailing list. There is NO coupon website that provides a valid coupon code and all such website are focused on scamming customers looking for a dis
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
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
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
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
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