If you just want to setup a show some of these pre-built might be an option.
https://gilbertengineeringusa.com/products/light-show-starter-kit
https://magicallightshows.com/collections/packages
Hello and welcome,
If you are just starting out and unsure of stuff please read the 101 manual. While some of the data maybe be older it still gives a great foundation to learn and start with.
https://auschristmaslighting.com/wiki/AusChristmasLighting-101
I've never run a Kulp board, however, fpp should be fairly standard.
How are you trying to connect to the K8? Are you physically using a network cable or are you trying to do it wirelessly? Is the controller connected to you router/switch or directly to the Mac?
The easiest way would be to...
I won't answer for Mark but personally I would not recommend a 3d printed junction box for external use. I'm not sold that a 3d print is totally waterproof and would remain that way during winter weather outside. Personally, I think it would be best to go with some sort of ABS injected junction...
This is true. I also have installed FPP on a PI Zero and a Pi Zero 2 which has a bit more processing power. The physical connections are limited on a Pi Zero X, so add up all the accessories you might need to compare pricing. These are also limited to WIFI without using some sort of usb network...
Honestly, if you can find them, running shows on a Raspberry Pi 3b+ would most likely be the cheapest way to do it. You can really use anything that will install xLights/xSchedule, or Falcon Pi Player to control a show. There are versions for Windows, Linux (Raspberry PI) and Macs. A Pi is...
Well, that is a tricky question. There are some that can run them real close and some that have to run them far apart. Some of the main things are the use of quality power supplies and cables between the two. Some have found the need to use a ferrite isolator on the cables. I think it also comes...