Getting Started Customizing Tesla Light Shows
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High School & College Robotics Classes
We do presentations in schools and share the knowledge of Tesla light show customization.
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Online Courses for Students & Tesla Enthusiasts
Always free online classes to learn the basics and advanced levels of Tesla Light Show creation.
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Contribute to The Community
If approved, we will feature certain light shows to be shared on a free or monetized platform.
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faqs
Can anyone join to learn how to program Tesla Light Shows?
Yes, while this is geared towards high school and college students, any enthusiast or programmer can sign up.
Is there a fee?
There is never a cost to join TSLALYTSHO training and free songs. There is a premium USB available that is promoted as CYBRBEATZ.
Do I need to own a Tesla to join?
Nope! That’s what’s cool – you can program a show and then submit it to the community to the best tested live.
How long does it take to create a show?
After you setup the software, you can be testing the beginning of your show on a Tesla within an hour. A full length song with dynamic effects takes 65-120 hours minimum.
What is the name of the software used?
XLights – It’s the same as houses use at Christmas and now you have access to your Tesla lights sequences. Learn how today!
How to Get Set Up for Tesla Light Shows
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Download the latest version of xLights:
https://xlights.org/releases/ -
Access Tesla’s official Light Show GitHub repository:
https://github.com/teslamotors/light-show - Install xLights and open it. You can create a layout manually or import the Tesla layout from GitHub.
- Load a music file and start building or editing a light show sequence. Assign effects to Tesla channels using the layout view.
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When ready, export your show:
File → Export → FSEQ + Audio. Save it in a folder named LightShow on a USB stick formatted in FAT32. -
Plug the USB into your Tesla, then go to:
Toybox → Light Show → Start
TSLA LYT SHO – Tesla Light Show Channel Reference
This guide covers all known Tesla light show channels across Model S/3/X/Y and Cybertruck, with effects supported in xLights.
Tesla Light Channels and Effects
| Light/Closure Channel | Emitted Color | Customizable Effects | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Main Beam (L/R) | White | On/Off, Ramping | Sharp flashes for beats |
| Inner Main Beam (L/R) | White | On/Off, Ramping | Supports choreography |
| Signature (L/R) | White | On/Off, Ramping | Strip for smooth fades |
| Channel 4/5/6 (L/R) | White | On/Off, Ramping | Complex headlight effects |
| Front Turn (L/R) | Amber | On/Off | Rhythmic flash sync |
| Front Fog (L/R) | White | On/Off, Ramping | Min 15ms on-time |
| Aux Park (L/R) | Amber | On/Off | Model 3 compatibility varies |
| Side Marker (L/R) | Amber | On/Off | NA only |
| Rear Fog (L/R) | Red | On/Off | Use Tail Lights in NA |
| Tail Lights (L/R) | Red | On/Off | Sync to bass beats |
| Brake Lights (L/R) | Red | On/Off | Use sparingly |
| Rear Light Bar | Red | Ramping, Curtain, Bars | “Knight Rider” sweep |
| License Plate Light | White | On/Off | Accent lighting |
| Charge Port Light | White/Blue/Green | On/Off | Accent choreography |
| Windows (L/R) | N/A | Open/Close | Dance motion; counts as command |
| Trunk | N/A | Open/Close | Chorus peak effect |
| Frunk | N/A | Open/Close | Front dance move |
| Front Off-Road Lightbar | White | Curtain, Bars (6 seg) | Cybertruck only |
| Rear Light Bar | Red | Curtain, Bars (3 seg) | Cybertruck only |
| Center Front Display | RGB | Color Shift, Fade | Interior RGB effects |
| Ambient Lighting | RGB | Pulse, Fade (5 seg) | Cybertruck only |
| Bed Lights | White | Ramping (500ms) | Cybertruck only |
| Powered Frunk | N/A | Open/Close | Mapped to Liftgate |
| Vault (Tailgate) | N/A | Open/Close | Climactic movement |
Totals
- Model S: 18 lights + 3 closures = 21 channels
- Cybertruck: 11 additional channels including RGB and lightbar segments
Quick Notes
- Dance Moves: Combine RGB, Curtains, Bars, and Frunk/Trunk for a full show.
- Regional Notes: Rear fogs not in NA; Tail Lights recommended instead.
- Command Limits: Each action counts; group channels smartly.
- Cybertruck Perks: RGB center + segmented lightbars = advanced shows.
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