PIXEL HYBRID BAR: How To Use The Remote

Introduction

The Rockville Pixel Hybrid Bar features a wireless remote that lets you easily control brightness, colors, modes, and DMX settings. This guide will walk you through all the remote functions so you can make the most of your lighting setup.

Wireless Remote Functions

1. Powering the LEDs On and Off

• The ON/OFF buttons control the LEDs only—they do not turn the entire light off.
• Press "OFF" to quickly turn off the LEDs.
• Press "ON" to turn them back on.

2. Adjusting Brightness

• Press "Brightness Down" to dim the lights.
• Press "Brightness Up" to increase brightness.

3. Choosing Lighting Modes

The remote has preset modes that control how the lights behave:

• Strobe Mode – Flashes the lights in a strobe effect.
• Auto Mode – Runs through automated lighting effects.
• Fade Mode – Gradually transitions between colors.
• Pulse Mode – Lights pulse on and off.
• Static Mode – Holds a single color.

To adjust mode settings, use the:

• "Mode Up" button to cycle forward through options.
• "Mode Down" button to cycle backward through options.

4. Selecting Static Colors

• Press "Static Mode" to choose a single color.
• Use the Color Wheel Up/Down buttons to cycle through different colors.

For example:

• Pressing "Color Up" from green moves to blue.
• Pressing "Color Down" cycles backward through colors.

5. Controlling Speed Settings

For modes like Auto, Fade, and Pulse, you can adjust the speed:

• Press "Speed Up" to make the effect faster.
• Press "Speed Down" to slow it down.

6. Adjusting DMX Settings

If you're using a DMX controller, you can adjust settings directly from the remote:

• Press "DMX Address" to change the DMX address.
• Use the Mode Up/Down buttons to cycle through addresses.
• Press "DMX Channel" to switch between different DMX channels.

7. Using Sound-Activated Modes

The Pixel Hybrid Bar has four sound-activated modes that sync lights to music:

• Press "Sound Mode 1" for basic sound response.
• Press "Sound Mode 2" for a different pattern.
• Press "Sound Mode 3" for a third effect.
• Press "Sound Mode 4" for a fourth effect.

To adjust the sensitivity of the built-in microphone:

• Press "Sensitivity Down" to lower mic sensitivity.
• Press "Sensitivity Up" to increase it.

8. Multicolor and Single Color Adjustments

• Press "Multicolor" to activate a rainbow cycling effect.
• Use Color Wheel Up/Down to adjust the cycle speed of the rainbow effect.
• Press "Red, Green, Blue, or Purple" to set the light to a single color.
• Use Color Wheel Up/Down to adjust the shade intensity of the selected color.

For example:

• Pressing Color Down on purple will lighten it.
• Pressing Color Up will make it a deeper purple.

Troubleshooting: Remote Not Working?

If your remote is not responding, check the IRCL setting:

1. Press "Menu" on your light until you see IRCL on the display.
2. Press "Enter."
3. Use the Up/Down buttons to switch IRCL from "OFF" to "ON."
4. Your remote should now function properly.

Conclusion

The Rockville Pixel Hybrid Bar remote gives you full control over brightness, colors, effects, and DMX settings. Whether you're using sound modes, creating a custom light show, or adjusting DMX settings, the remote makes it fast and simple.