Control System
The Falcon F48V5 sits at the center of the installation, sending pixel data over Cat6 cable to SmartReceivers distributed throughout the structure.
Architecture
Falcon F48V5 (main controller)
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└── Cat6 runs to SmartReceivers (one per zone cluster)
Each SRx drives up to 16 output ports
For software and show design, see Light Show Design.
Hardware
| Item | Details | Source | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Falcon F48V5 | 48 differential outputs over Cat6 | pixelcontroller.com | $270 |
| SRx4 SmartReceiver | 4-in-1, 16 outputs | pixelcontroller.com | $90 |
| SRx1 V5 (preferred) | Single SmartReceiver, 16 outputs | buildalightshow.com / yourpixelstore.com | $40 |
| SRx1 V4 (fallback) | In stock at pixelcontroller.com | pixelcontroller.com | $35 |
Estimated 6–10 SmartReceivers total across all zones.