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Xlights Setup / Re: Computer crashes when I turn off "output to lights"

« on: November 25, 2016, 10:18:27 AM »

The LOR controller should detect DMX. I set it for Channel 1. Used the chart here https://auschristmaslighting.com/wiki/DMX_Adapter_Leads  for the wiring.

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Xlights Setup / Re: Computer crashes when I turn off "output to lights"

« on: November 25, 2016, 12:27:51 AM »

I had the same problem. All of my E1.31 controllers are outside. I have one LOR AC controller inside to control my programmable sign and a amplifier. I figured I would use ether my USB RS485 adapter or my ActiDongle to control it. Both require the FTDI driver. But when I loaded the FTDI driver I started having the same problem you have. I tried it on two different computers with the same problem.

So I unloaded the driver and ran a cat5 from the DMX output on one of the cards out in the yard back into the house to control the LOR card, the problem went away.

Hope that helps.

Jim

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Do You Need Help? Post it here / Re: Sequence problem

« on: October 27, 2016, 12:21:50 PM »

I went to nvidia and downloaded the newest driver. That took care of it. 

Thanks, Jim

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Do You Need Help? Post it here / Sequence problem

« on: October 27, 2016, 11:02:31 AM »

When I load a sequence, it constantly redraws. First the audio wave, the the model elements one at a time. Then it clears the screen and starts all over again.
I had to go back to version 20 to get it to stop doing it.
Any ideas?

Thanks, Jim 

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Do You Need Help? Post it here / Re: No Timing Tracks

« on: May 22, 2016, 10:55:26 AM »

I think Phrog30 came up with the answer to the problem. I think my video is the problem. When I load up 2016_22 everything is OK. But when i install 2016_32 is when the problem starts. Plus I have a box that pops up and tells me my computer sucks.

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Do You Need Help? Post it here / Re: No Timing Tracks

« on: May 21, 2016, 07:27:34 PM »

No I've been using xlight for a couple of years. I created a new sequence and in the Sequence Settings I selected New Timing Interval of 50MS. Or I can open one of my sequences that I've used in the past, but all I get it a blank window.

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Do You Need Help? Post it here / No Timing Tracks

« on: May 21, 2016, 06:25:11 PM »

I just installed the latest version of Xlights. But when i bring up a sequence or create a new one there isn't any timing marks. The window is completely black. When I drag my mouse along the model, it changes as i pass ovr the timing mark. You just can't see them or the effects. Am i doing something wrong or did I miss something?

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What new effects you would like to see / Re: Live Show control

« on: May 18, 2016, 02:10:35 PM »

I'm trying to set up an Event. I can see my scripts in the drop down list, But I'm not seeing a sequence in that drop down list. What am I doing wrong?

Thanks, Jim

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What new effects you would like to see / Re: Live Show control

« on: May 16, 2016, 07:27:07 PM »

Some of you talk about creating a Plugin and writing a Script to do what you need. That's all fine and dandy for those of you that know how to do it. But there's a lot more out there like me that don't have a clue about programming. So I am at the mercy of those who do. I'll have to grovel at the feet of the programmer in hopes they'll add a tab so all I have to do is push a button. I'll study up on scripts and see what I can come up with. Maybe something might sink into this old mans head yet.

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What new effects you would like to see / Re: Live Show control

« on: May 16, 2016, 01:18:33 AM »

FPP is a great program for what it does and what it's for. I have a Raspberry Pi 2 B loaded with FPP. But it's not a program I what to use at this time.
I started out with LOR, but changed to XLights because it does more and is easier to use. It works perfectly for running my Halloween and Christmas shows. But every once in a while I have a need to do live control of my sequences. I can play them out of the play list, but it would be so much nicer to have a Show Control Tab such  in the software Jinx.

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What new effects you would like to see / Re: Live Show control

« on: May 14, 2016, 06:45:26 PM »

Sean, Can you give me a little more info about the push buttons your talking about. I've seen in another forum you talking about using FPP for a marching band. Something similar to what I want to do. I have a raspberry Pi, but I only played with it for a short time. So I really don't know that much about FFP. Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks, Jim

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What new effects you would like to see / Live Show control

« on: May 13, 2016, 11:33:00 PM »

I don't know if this has been brought up before. I'd like to be able to do sequences on command. A tab for live show control with maybe 40 or so buttons that could be linked to an Animated or Musical sequence.

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Show Assets / Re: Any Sequences to share?

« on: November 02, 2015, 11:56:02 AM »

Already found some great one's here. Looking for a few more.

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Show Assets / Any Sequences to share?

« on: November 01, 2015, 09:43:37 PM »

Does anybody have any pixel tree Christmas sequences they are willing to share? I'm running out of time. Thanks.

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Bugs in xLights/Nutcracker / Re: Schedule Playlist window

« on: October 07, 2015, 02:20:01 PM »

Great. Couldn't find anything on this before I posted. Thanks.