P5 Panel Build - Behind the Scenes/Enclosure Build

In today's video, we take a look at the behind-the-scenes and enclosure build of the new P5 panel I'll be using in the show this year. This panel is made out of 56 P5 panels, and can display images, text, videos, and more! It was a huge project to build, but in the end, it turned out awesome! Feel free to use the timestamps below to skip to the part of the video you want to see.

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Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
00:46 - Type of panels used
01:33 - How each panel works
03:34 - Screen resolution
04:35 - Details about each panel
06:04 - Where I got the panels from and the cost
14:42 - Dimensions of the panel
16:46 - How the panels are mounted and frame is built
26:23 - How it's wired on the inside
31:25 - Extra safety measure to hold up the panel
32:09 - Total AC power the panel uses
32:56 - How videos look on the panel
33:49 - Finishing up

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[HowPixel]

I wanted to add something I said in the video at 8:02. I said you can run a controller off the same Raspberry Pi running the Colorlight card. This is true, but I wouldn't recommend it after some testing I've done. My whole display kept skipping and frames were dropping because the PI couldn't handle talking to both the screen and the controller. Yes it technically does work, but I was getting maybe 3 to 5 FPS with 40 FPS sequences running. I'm going to set up my second PI to run just the Colorlight card and hopefully that will fix it.

[imdbtruth]

I really appreciate the thoroughness with which you described the build. 👍

[abecoulter]

the card, you can also back feed it with a second pi to act as redundancy

[Akziis]

Put weights in the front as a counter balance

[Beater]

Thank you for putting out this very detailed video. I just purchased 20 P4 panels and the same card from Aliexpress so I won't get them until January. It is good to know how you have it setup and what I have to look forward to doing when they arrive. I am currently doing a replacement of LED strips with COB lights in my home office and agree the price of Acrylic panels has gone thru the roof. Just one 1/8 x 2' x 4' panel is $45. Ripping it down to 45mm strips and covering with defusing tint should look good though. I will look into what you used for your front panel even though my panel will be a little bit smaller than what you have setup. I just watched your software setup video and it really helped me a lot.

[rosouth]

I have been on the same adventure as you this year and just built my first p5 panel 6x8 myself. I have spoke to Mynor with one of the companies that supply panel kits. He told me that it is recommended that panels the size of mine or yours should have 2 colorlight cards running them. He says that refresh rate and pixelation will occur on playback. Looks like that is what is happening with yours. I had same issue. BTW this is one of your best videos to date and I like watching your show grow. You have helped me so much in the last 3 years of having my show. Thank you.

[TopBlackWaterSniper]

That’s awesome!!! Great detailed video. Can’t to see it in your display.

[goodnightmr]

My man! Outstanding break down. Keep up the good work!

[TerenceKearns]

Very nice video my man. Very helpful to see how you did it. Thanks for sharing.

[carlosmora]

Excellent video, I just ordered 4 P5 panels from aliexpress and the connectors from wired watts. for 2x2 matrix.

[TomT-fi]

In regards to your flickering problem I read that the colorlight card requires gigabit Ethernet to work properly. I could not tell from your video how you have the Raspberry Pi connected to the colorlight card. I don't think the Rasp Pi has gigabit Ethernet so I have seen some people connect the Rasp Pi to a gigabit switch and then also connect the colorlight card to the same gigabit switch. You may want to try that.

BTW, I really liked your video. Very informative.

[AndysBastelkanal]

Hi. Have you solved the right side noise flicker? I have the same Problem.

[intellisound]

GREAT VIDEO! Are you aware of any simple software libraries that can run on a BeagbleBone Black and display text on those P5 panels without Xlights software? I would like to build a simple 2x3 P5 matrix that simply displays text using an API. Thanks!

[ZavyalovM]

Good day. Tell me, is it possible to create a project in xlight for painting with light? pixel poi? Thank you.

[thetheoryguy]

Were did you get those brackets? I've tried 3d printing my own but its not very stable. I need them for P3 panels.

[nasersafi-qgnl]

thank you, my friend the prices are good, from where can i buy ? im in Los Angeles

[BrodeySheppard]

I have watched nearly every single one of your videos - Great content, long time water, first time commenter. I have to wonder though, 7 panels across, 8 panels down roughly comes to $1, 600. I'd say there is probably ~$200 in additional hardware etc. A Full HD TV, even some cheaper 4K TVs, come in at far less money for a comparable size. I am looking right now at a 70" for $800, throw $200 at water proofing it... What is the value of the pixel panel done in this way?

[morrisdavis]

I like the build but I'm just afraid your back cover is not waterproof. Screwing it into that top board leaves a gap that even silicone would have a hard time to seal properly. On the very top board, you may want to replace it with a 1X8 with your sides being 1x6. This will create an overhang of an inch on the front and the back much like you have on the sides. Also, I would put doors on the back instead of a sheet of wood so you can fix any problems as they occur. You can easily build the doors with a rubber seal around the edges (much like a refrigerator door). I would just hate to see that much money, time and effort be ruined. Love your videos! Keep it up!

[bigneilh]

not to be cras and a serious question: wouldn't it have been easier to buy a cheap TV?

[tomcatmeow]

Also wondering if you have solved the right side noise flicker?