XLIGHTS CONTROLLERS & CHANNELS word art in white on a dark background with magenta and blue accents

xLights Controllers, Ports, Channels, and Universes Explained

— Mattos Designs

Make ports, channels and universes make sense. Work through RGB examples, match xLights to the real cables and find the first point where the setup disagrees.

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How to Import an xLights Model and Match Your Prop Wiring

— Mattos Designs

Get the right CoroWorks model, match the front and back views, follow the pixel path and run a chase before your prop leaves the bench.

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xLights for Beginners: Set Up and Test Your First Pixel Prop

— Mattos Designs
Get one prop working in xLights with a clear Mattos setup process: show folder, model, controller, port assignment, color tests, and your first short sequence.
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EVO Pixel Stakes: Layout, Controller Setup, and Testing

— J.R. Mattos
Set up our EVO Stake Set with the correct pixel count, cable order, and controller settings. Test colors and chases before adding the row to your show.
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RGB Pixels Showing the Wrong Colors? How to Find the Cause

— J.R. Mattos
Wrong colors can come from color order, RGB/RGBW settings, channel mapping, or power. Use a simple primary-color test to find the right fix for your pixel setup.
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XLIGHTS SHOW BUILDING word art in white on a dark background with magenta and blue accents

Create an xLights Show: Layout, Groups, Sequencing, and Playback

— J.R. Mattos
Build an xLights show around the props in your yard. We walk through accurate models, useful groups, musical effects, purchased sequences, and final playback tests.
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