ROCKFORCE W2: How To Set Up Scenes

Introduction

The Rockville Rockforce W2 DMX controller allows you to program custom scenes for quick access during performances. This guide will walk you through programming and saving scenes, allowing you to easily switch between lighting effects with the scene buttons.

Step 1: Entering Program Mode

To start programming a scene:

1. Find the "Program" button on the controller (third button from the top).
2. Press and hold it for 3 seconds until the Program LED starts blinking on the display.

Step 2: Understanding Scenes and Banks

• A scene is a shortcut that saves specific light settings for quick access.
• The Rockforce W2 supports 30 banks, with each bank holding up to 8 scenes.
• You can switch between banks using the Up and Down buttons.

Step 3: Programming a Scene

Example 1: Setting Scene 1 to Red

1. Adjust the fader controls on the controller to create a red color.
2. Press the "MIDI/Add" button to save this setting.
3. Press "Scene 1" to assign the red color to Scene 1.
4. The display will flash, confirming the scene has been saved.

Example 2: Setting Scene 2 to Green

1. Adjust the green fader to full.
2. Press "MIDI/Add", then press Scene 2.
3. The display will flash, confirming Scene 2 is now green.

Example 3: Setting Scene 3 to Ultraviolet

1. Adjust the UV fader (fader 6) to full.
2. Press "MIDI/Add", then press Scene 3.
3. The display will flash, confirming Scene 3 is now ultraviolet.

Step 4: Exiting Program Mode

1. Hold the "Program" button again to exit.
2. The controller will enter Blackout Mode, indicated by the flashing Blackout button.
3. Press the Blackout button to return to normal operation.

Step 5: Testing the Programmed Scenes

• Press Scene 1 → Lights should turn red.
• Press Scene 2 → Lights should turn green.
• Press Scene 3 → Lights should turn ultraviolet.

Additional Features

• You can program up to 8 scenes per bank.
• Use the Up/Down buttons to switch between banks.
• The digital display shows the current bank number.

Conclusion

Now you know how to program scenes on your Rockforce W2 DMX controller for quick and easy lighting changes. With up to 240 programmable scenes (8 per bank, across 30 banks), you can fully customize your lighting setup.