IP Ratings… how waterproof are those lights???
If you see products bragging how they’re IP-68 rated, your first thought probably is something like “What in the world does that mean?” Don’t feel alone because we used to think the exact same thing...
View ArticleClik here to view.
MegaTrees of lights. Easy to build and full of WOW!
By Darryl Brown If you frequent the PlanetChristmas forums then you will know there have been a ton of post about these megatrees and it can be a bit confusing. There are really only two basic types of...
View ArticleClik here to view.
MiniTrees. Easy to build, deploy and dazzle your viewers.
Imagine having 192 little two foot trees snaking through the yard, each tree on a separate circuit and each circuit controlled by the computer. That’s what Chuck Smith did at PlanetChristmas way back...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Signs help keep out the troublemakers.
You’ve got a great display… but you need some signs to tell people what you have or warn them of hazards. Over the years, I’ve found the slightly modified “High Voltage” sign does the best job of...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Vandalism… you might as well get ready.
Vandalism is a concern since your display is high profile in your community. Staying up all night with a shotgun is not the most practical idea but very effective. Using a paintball gun instead of the...
View ArticleClik here to view.
LED really means so much light for so little power.
LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) represent the newest breakthrough in lighting technology. LEDs are a low-maintenance, energy efficient solution for anyone looking for dynamic lighting displays. They’re...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Strobe lights add the WOW factor to your show!
Of all the lighting effects at PlanetChristmas, the most dramatic… and the most talked about is when the strobe lights kick in. It’s like being at a rock concert when the entertainer first walks out...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Wire sizing… too small and you start a fire.
If you have any questions or concerns at all about electricity, please consult a licensed electrician. You’ve got a zillion Christmas lights and they need power. If only it was as easy as stringing a...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Zot! Don’t mess with electricity ’cause it can kill you!
In February, 1996, a person high on PCP was trying to kill himself. This being toward the end of the 45 minute situation, the person had already worked his way from a previous power pole by walking on...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Live performances by adding a few unpredictable humans to the show.
An over-the-top computerized display is really a very controlled environment. Music is carefully choreographed to the lights and no light shall change state unless it’s predetermined ahead of time by...
View Article