DC Controllers - Basics (Presentation)
(2010 Lone Star Holidays Academy) This presentation covers DC controllers, the basics of Direct Current, how to configure a power supply, how to wire LEDs to DC controllers and how to use relays with |
Programming your HolidayCoro DMX Controller using your HolidayCoro Programmer/Dongle (video)
The following video shows how to setup your USB programmer/dongle to program your HolidayCoro 3 channel DMX controller.
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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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
Light-o-Rama LOR CTB16PC Comparison with HolidayCoro AC Controllers
This page contains comparisons between HolidayCoro AC controllers and LOR AC Controllers
Major Function
Feature / Product Links >>>
HolidayCoro Evolution AC16
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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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
Configuring the Alphapix Controller with Madrix
The AlphaPix line of controllers work with Madrix. For general AlphaPix setup information including configuration of your PC, wiring and other details, see our AlphaPix setup page . For Madrix supplie |
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 |
Data Input Interfaces Used on Common Lighting Controllers
There are a number of different standards for controller interfaces. This document details the differences between these interfaces:
Interface Name
Protocol
Wiring Typ |
Why did my controller come with outputs labeled starting at 33 to 48 instead of 1 to 16?
TLDR - It is normal to have your SPI outputs labeled starting with 33-48 as this makes future upgrades easier for customers. Our Flex controller system is a modular system that allows for up to 48 ou |
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 |
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 |
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 |
