Recent content by Col The Hammer

If you have access to a 3D printer this file might be an option https://www.printables.com/model/221848-xconnect-panel-mount-flat

I use the 5mm core flute and it is quite flimsy. I strengthen the back of the props where possible (extra core flute or pvc conduit), limit the size of the prop and mount flat against walls. I would think a Mega Tree Star would be fairly susceptible to wind damage. To secure bullets I use a...

Your Beagle Bone board appears to be sitting a little low in the photo. It's probably just the angle of the photo but might be worth checking the pin alignment.

Hi RoybiWan, I would certainly recommend starting with something like a star before jumping in too deep (I didn't start simple though and wasn't smart enough to ask) More than happy to show you how I have gone about things (not that I'm an expert by any means)

Hi Phil, I'm Col and just down the road from you in Beeliar. This year is only my 2nd year with x-Lights etc but I have dived in pretty deep. Hoping to have Halloween set up again this year. More than happy to show you how I go about things. Cheers

Hoseco site is definitely difficult to use. A phone call & store visit and I got great service. They had plenty of stock on hand (32mm & 25mm) when I was buying arch making materials about 18 months ago. Think it was around $125 for 30m roll back then. From memory it was "Jason" that assisted me.

I've used this online calculator for creating woodworking cut lists before but never thought to use it for cutting pvc tubing/conduit/mounting strip etc. It allows you to calculate the amount of stock material to purchase/procure and then cut to minimize wastage. Though designed for sheet...

Interested but attendance will depend on alignment with work roster.

From the xLights menu... select TOOLS --> EXPORT CONTROLLER CONNECTIONS. Then select save (or change file name as required), choose the items you wish to list and select OK. Open the spreadsheet and you're good to go.

I chose the 38mm air seeder tubing route ($125/30m roll from Hoseco - pickup from the store) with strips. I like the diffused lighting it gives (sort of like glowing liquid/plasma). I have bent 20mm PVC for curved props before and found it a real challenge to get even curves on tight bends...

Hi Stephen, You can select multiple models on the layout screen by using the <CTRL> key. Select a light stick, press and hold <CTRL> then select the associated star then drag/move them together. Sorry I'm probably telling you something you are already aware of. There is possibly a more...