Controllers
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— Ernie Horning, July 30, 2026
This section provides an overview of the controllers, firmware, and related software commonly used in animated holiday lighting displays. From simple ESP-based controllers to professional Ethernet controllers, these articles explain how lighting data is generated, transmitted, and converted into signals that control pixels, dimmers, and other lighting devices.
- Controllers Overview – Choosing the right controller for your display.
- ESP Controllers – ESP8266 and ESP32 hardware for DIY pixel controllers.
- Falcon Controllers – Falcon Ethernet pixel controllers.
- Kulp Controllers – Kulp Ethernet pixel controllers.
- WLED – WLED firmware for ESP-based controllers.
- ESPixelStick – ESPixelStick firmware for ESP-based controllers.
- Falcon Player (FPP) – Show player and scheduler.
- xLights – Sequencing software used to create animated lighting displays.