In this FPP Short, we hoock up a SoundBlaster Play!3 USB Sound Card to a Raspberry Pi5 to get audio out. (The Pi5 doesn’t have a 3.5mm Audio Jack).
We then configure it in FPP 8.5
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Setting up your first controller in xLights
In this video we install xLights, add our first controller & pixels and get them running in a short demo sequence.
Which Raspberry Pi is best for an FPP Controller in 2025 ?
In this video we compare 11 Raspberry Pi’s, from the very first to the very latest to work out which is the best for FPP in 2025.
In conclusion, we identify the best starter, best overall and best in class.
Setting up your first Coro Prop in xLights
In this newbies video we setup a Coro prop from a commercial vendor, we setup xLights, check out the wiring diagram, push the pixels & then demonstrate it connected to our Baldrick controller.
Seed Pixels!
n this weeks video we look at Seed Pixels and compare them to the traditional 12v ‘Bullet’ Style Pixels in common use.
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Visionary Light Shows kindly sent of some of their new heavier duty seeds to include in this video. Thanks Mark! https://visionarylightshows.com/
What size wire should we use between our Controller and Power Supply?
In this newbies video we look at the size of the wire used between our power supplies and controller. We then test some of the common sizes & review the performance and heat issues when using a size size too small for the task.
RGBW Puck Lights, Overview & xLights Setup
In this video we take a look at some 12v LED Pucks and Trim designed for permanent lighting of your home.
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0:00 Introduction
0:15 What Are Puck Lights?
2:42 What do I mean by RGBW ?
4:50 Permanent Lighting Controller
5:35 Setup on Baldrick in xLights
10:55 Testing with a Sequence
12:44 Track Setup
14:00 Wrap-Up
The Featured Puck Lights were supplied as samples by Tom Zheng at ETOP LED of Shenzhen (Paul Zhang’s Company)
Pricing mentioned is for is 150 Feet NOT 150m as stated in the Video!
For custom quotes / enquiries email: sales@etop-led.com
Introduction to Falcon Player (FPP)
In this weeks video we introduce a Raspberry Pi running Falcon Player (FPP).
So explain when its used and why, then demonstrate adding it to the network, uploading config & sequences and then play a sequence before wrapping up.
FPP Short: How to find your FPP IP Address
If you have xLights running, you can find your FPP’s IP address using tools, FPP Connect.. but what if you dont have a copy of xLights available or it comes up blank??
Here are a few alternative ways to the the IP Address of your FPP setup.
Power Balancing
If you’re running a good size prop, then you’re going to struggle with getting power to more than ~200 pixels. What is the best way to get power to the end of the string in the easiest manner whilst still running a single cable from the controller?
We cover these questions and more in this weeks guide…