ROCKPAR50: How To Set Up & Use

Introduction

The Rockpar 50 LED Par Can Wash Light is a versatile lighting solution perfect for stage productions, DJ setups, live events, and more. This guide will walk you through setting up, mounting, and configuring your light, as well as using DMX controllers and Master-Slave mode.

What’s Included?

• Rockpar 50 LED Par Can Wash Light
• Power cable
• Mounting bracket & hardware
• User manual
• DMX guide

Step 1: Powering the Light

1. Take the included power cable.
2. Plug the female end into the power socket on the light.
3. Plug the other end into a power outlet.
4. The light will turn on automatically.

Step 2: Attaching the Mounting Bracket

To mount or angle the light, attach the bracket as follows:

1. Take the mounting hardware and washers.
2. Run the washers through each screw knob.
3. Insert the screw knobs through the holes on each side of the bracket.
4. Secure the bracket onto the light by tightening the screw knobs.

Tip: If you've already plugged in the power cable, be mindful when attaching the bracket.

Step 3: Placement Options

The Rockpar 50 can be positioned in multiple ways:

1. Wall Washing

• Without the bracket: Place the light flush against a wall to shine light directly upwards.
• With the bracket: Angle the light slightly away from the wall for a softer glow.

2. Truss Mounting

To attach the light to a truss, you’ll need:

• A lighting clamp (e.g., Rockville LC70)
• A bolt and wing nut (included with the clamp)

How to mount it:

1. Remove the bolt from the clamp.
2. Run it through the mounting bracket holes.
3. Tighten the wing nut to secure it.
4. Loosen the butterfly screw, attach to a truss, and tighten.

3. Totem Stand Setup

1. Remove the mounting bracket.
2. Lift the scrim on your totem stand.
3. Place the light at the bottom.
4. Lower the scrim back down.

Step 4: Using Built-in Modes

You can control the light manually using the buttons below the LCD display.

Main Buttons

• Mode: Cycle between different modes.
• Up/Down: Adjust speed, brightness, and other settings.
• Enter: Save changes.

Available Modes

1. 3-Channel DMX Mode – Basic control via a DMX controller.
2. 6-Channel DMX Mode – Advanced DMX control (more functions).
3. Color Change Mode – Cycles through colors at an adjustable speed.
4. Color Fade Mode – Smooth transitions between colors.
5. Color Strobe Mode – Flashing effect (adjustable speed).
6. Sound Mode – Light reacts to music or external sound.
7. Custom Color Mixing – Manually adjust Red, Green, and Blue LEDs.
8. Pulse Mode – Light pulses between colors.

Step 5: Connecting to a DMX Controller

For advanced control, use a DMX controller.

How to Connect Multiple Lights

1. Take a DMX cable and plug the male end into the DMX out on your controller.
2. Plug the other end into the DMX in on your first light.
3. To add more lights, use another DMX cable:
   • Plug into the DMX out on the first light.
   • Plug the other end into the DMX in on the next light.
4. Repeat this process for all additional lights.

Choosing a DMX Mode

• 3-Channel Mode: Controls Red, Green, and Blue.
• 6-Channel Mode: Adds more effects and functions.

Tip: Match the DMX settings on all lights in your chain for synchronization.

DMX Channel Functions in 6-Channel Mode

1. Master Dimmer – Adjust brightness.
2. Red LED Control
3. Green LED Control
4. Blue LED Control
5. Effect Mode Selector
6. Speed Control for Effects

Tip: Refer to the included DMX guide for more detailed control options.

Step 6: Wireless DMX Setup (Optional)

You can make your Rockpar 50 completely wireless using a DMX wireless receiver.

How to Set Up Wireless DMX

1. Turn on your DMX controller’s wireless mode (switch on the back).
2. Press the wireless button to choose a signal color.
3. Turn on your DMX receiver (small screwdriver may be needed).
4. Match the receiver’s signal color to your controller.
5. Plug the receiver into the DMX in on your light.

Tip: If you have multiple lights, you can use one receiver per light or daisy-chain them with DMX cables after the first wireless connection.

Step 7: Master-Slave Mode (No DMX Controller Required)

If you want multiple lights to sync together without a DMX controller, use Master-Slave mode.

How to Set Up Master-Slave Mode

1. Choose one light to be the Master.
2. Connect a DMX cable from the DMX out of the Master light to the DMX in of the first Slave light.
3. Repeat the process for additional Slave lights.
4. On the Master light, select a mode or color.
5. The Slave lights will follow the Master light’s settings.

Conclusion

The Rockpar 50 LED Par Can Wash Light is an easy-to-use and powerful lighting tool that works for DJs, event setups, and stage productions. Whether using built-in modes, DMX control, or Master-Slave mode, this light adapts to any environment.