Forums of PlanetChristmas http://forums.planetchristmas.com/ This is a PlanetChristmas discussion forum. en Sat, 13 Mar 2010 21:11:02 GMT vBulletin 60 http://forums.planetchristmas.com/images/misc/rss.jpg Forums of PlanetChristmas http://forums.planetchristmas.com/ DMX for Dummies April 10th in Grapevine! http://forums.planetchristmas.com/showthread.php?t=40761&goto=newpost Sat, 13 Mar 2010 16:31:40 GMT April 10th: Grapevine Texas (just northwest of Dallas). Barb Gotcher and Jeff Trykoski will be teaching us all about DMX. We've had DMX conversations before, but this is being approached a bit differently. With years in theatrical lighting for Barb, and years of applying DMX technology to everyday holiday displays for Jeff, the comibation of their knowledge will be entertaining and infomative. All to often we've discussed DMX and it appears daunting, not to mention expensive. While we can't do much about the cost of DMX units, we can do something about the DMX education. At our Space City Holidays workparty yesterday we were talking about the content with Barb (who drove in from Grapevine) and JD Schuck said "I just want to be able to use my fogger and laser." THAT'S what we hope to achieve... incorporating DMX technology into YOUR display.


Registration is now OPEN!

We hope you plan to join us in Grapevine! 12pm to 5pm ]]> Texas Ryan_Johnson http://forums.planetchristmas.com/showthread.php?t=40761 Extension Cords at ACE http://forums.planetchristmas.com/showthread.php?t=40760&goto=newpost Sat, 13 Mar 2010 14:14:32 GMT Ace Hardware has 16/3 outdoor cord on slae for 4.99 through the end of the month. They are 50ft long, but are orange. The color doesn't matter to me though as who sees them at night. Thought I would pass it on. ]]> Heads Up! jfelix http://forums.planetchristmas.com/showthread.php?t=40760 A new arrival this morning http://forums.planetchristmas.com/showthread.php?t=40759&goto=newpost Sat, 13 Mar 2010 07:51:11 GMT The team is growing, this one completed his trip from Cape Cod to Mount Vernon this morning. *THANK YOU DEENY DINE!!!* Mel The team is growing, this one completed his trip from Cape Cod to Mount Vernon this morning.

THANK YOU DEENY DINE!!!

Mel
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]]> Showing Off Mel Fischer http://forums.planetchristmas.com/showthread.php?t=40759 Free Halloween Video http://forums.planetchristmas.com/showthread.php?t=40758&goto=newpost Sat, 13 Mar 2010 07:31:34 GMT Ran across this on You Tube. Off to the right you can Download the Video.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KT45hSLahiU&feature=grec ]]> Buy/Sell/Trade/Announce midnight302 http://forums.planetchristmas.com/showthread.php?t=40758 Off subject, but... http://forums.planetchristmas.com/showthread.php?t=40757&goto=newpost Sat, 13 Mar 2010 05:34:02 GMT Judy Pancoast needs our help. She is trying to raise money for a local "no-kill" animal shelter. So to help her out, I will match PC member's donations made before March 14th 11:59 PM, up to a total of $400.

There is more information about the cause here: http://forums.planetchristmas.com/sh...ad.php?t=40743

After you have made a donation just drop me a PM.

-Brad ]]> VENDOR - Light-O-Rama Odds and Ends miniboyink http://forums.planetchristmas.com/showthread.php?t=40757 wall wash http://forums.planetchristmas.com/showthread.php?t=40756&goto=newpost Fri, 12 Mar 2010 22:03:57 GMT has anyone ever done this and how hard is it to accomplish. does anyone know where a good place to get these from. would it be better to use... has anyone ever done this and how hard is it to accomplish. does anyone know where a good place to get these from.

would it be better to use something like mr-16 lights or would a wall wash be better.

does anyone know of any diy projects out there maybe ]]> DMX based lighting ratroder http://forums.planetchristmas.com/showthread.php?t=40756 Ipod Touch or Iphone app http://forums.planetchristmas.com/showthread.php?t=40755&goto=newpost Fri, 12 Mar 2010 21:50:18 GMT it there an app like "remote" that could let bystanders choose the next song to play in your display. Just wondering if there was one. ]]> If I Were In Charge of New Products Mt2lite http://forums.planetchristmas.com/showthread.php?t=40755 Spring Forward http://forums.planetchristmas.com/showthread.php?t=40753&goto=newpost Fri, 12 Mar 2010 18:05:34 GMT Just a quick reminder to set your clocks forward this weekend. I love this time of the year, longer days, warmer temps, and shorter nights! For... Just a quick reminder to set your clocks forward this weekend. I love this time of the year, longer days, warmer temps, and shorter nights! For those who live in Arizona and Hawaii, sorry you do not get to spring forward! ]]> Heads Up! kpharr40 http://forums.planetchristmas.com/showthread.php?t=40753 EZ-Edit feature; sequencing like a pro. http://forums.planetchristmas.com/showthread.php?t=40752&goto=newpost Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:15:19 GMT Something to look forward to!
LightShow Pro's EZ-Edit feature (March Release) makes working with sequence patterns quick and painless.

To move or adjust the position of a sequence pattern:
  1. simply select a region of effects in your sequence.
  2. Shift-click-drag the selection of effects to the newly desired location.
  3. release the mouse button to paste the selection in the dropped location.
  4. release the shift-key
or

To duplicate a sequence pattern within the same sequence:
  1. simply select a region of effects in your sequence.
  2. Ctrl-click-drag the selection of effects to the newly desired location.
  3. release the mouse button to paste a copy of the selection in the dropped location.
  4. release the ctrl-key
This feature Rocks! and saves hours cutting/copying and pasting! ]]> VENDOR - LightShow Pro ReindeerGames http://forums.planetchristmas.com/showthread.php?t=40752 Looking for sequence http://forums.planetchristmas.com/showthread.php?t=40751&goto=newpost Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:05:35 GMT Does any one have a sequence they would share of "It a Small World? I have 48 channels but can edit it down or add to it if needed.
Thanks
Terry ]]> Newbies! THurrle http://forums.planetchristmas.com/showthread.php?t=40751 Empire Nativity for sale. http://forums.planetchristmas.com/showthread.php?t=40750&goto=newpost Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:07:26 GMT I have a Empire Nativity for sale. $50. It appears GF makes the same one without the halo's for just under $100. PM me with your zip code if your interested and I'll get you a price with shipping. It appears the cords have been cut off just shy of the bulb fixtures, but the bulbs are still there. They should be able to be fixed. I can check if that is an issue.



]]> Sharing It! ChrisL1976 http://forums.planetchristmas.com/showthread.php?t=40750 Sig Generator http://forums.planetchristmas.com/showthread.php?t=40749&goto=newpost Fri, 12 Mar 2010 14:23:32 GMT Can "Light Show Pro" be added to the list of supported vendors in the sig generator?

Thanks for considering. ]]> Forums Tips and Tricks mmulvenna http://forums.planetchristmas.com/showthread.php?t=40749 What would you pay for d-Light ACx16 DMX firmware? http://forums.planetchristmas.com/showthread.php?t=40748&goto=newpost Fri, 12 Mar 2010 14:11:24 GMT As more and more products make the move to DMX compatibility, this has left d-Light customers behind others (LOR) in their ability to support DMX in... As more and more products make the move to DMX compatibility, this has left d-Light customers behind others (LOR) in their ability to support DMX in addition to the LOR protocol. Someone that has already written DMX/LOR firmware for a commercial lighting controller has informed me that he could port the firmware over to the d-Light platform fairly easily but before he invests his time in doing so, he would like to see what market demand there is for such a firmware upgrade.

What price range, per ACx16 and/or DCx16 controller, do you feel would be reasonable for a DMX+LOR protocol upgrade? How many AC/DC16 controllers would you upgrade at that price?

Note – this firmware would not include the FireFli controller. It is likely that the controller address would continue to be set by the standard d-Light hardware utility. ]]> VENDOR - D-Light Odds and Ends dmoore http://forums.planetchristmas.com/showthread.php?t=40748 Music for Snowman theme http://forums.planetchristmas.com/showthread.php?t=40747&goto=newpost Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:43:28 GMT Planning our display for this year and thinking about going with a snowman theme in a winter wonderland setting. Lots of snowmen, snow girls too to... Planning our display for this year and thinking about going with a snowman theme in a winter wonderland setting. Lots of snowmen, snow girls too to keep the snowmen happy :D along with lots of trees and snow flakes in the air. I'd appreciate your ideas for music to go along with this theme.

Frosty the snowman is a must.

Winter Wonderland would be good. I need to find a better version, the one I have is by Mitch Miller and its too slow, puts me to sleep.

I heard a song with the line, "I am a snowman...", over some store's background music, but I don't know the song. I liked it, but when I search that, I haven't found it. Any idea of what that song is?

TIA!!
Joe ]]> Music of Christmas Buckeyelights http://forums.planetchristmas.com/showthread.php?t=40747 D-Light Firefly http://forums.planetchristmas.com/showthread.php?t=40746&goto=newpost Fri, 12 Mar 2010 08:33:22 GMT Hi All, I have the following: (1) Complete Firefly Unit: Controller, Pixel String, Power Supply. (1) Additional Pixel String (1) Firefly... Hi All,

I have the following:

(1) Complete Firefly Unit: Controller, Pixel String, Power Supply.
(1) Additional Pixel String
(1) Firefly Extension Cable

These are brand new never used. I bought them to use this year but my controller plans changed. The controller has the new firmware that will run both strings.

Complete set above for $275.00 plus shipping. ]]> Buy/Sell/Trade/Announce Rod R http://forums.planetchristmas.com/showthread.php?t=40746