ROCK BEAM DC: How To Set Up DMX

Introduction

In this guide, we'll walk you through how to connect and control your Rock Beam DC light with a DMX controller. Using DMX allows for more precise control over the light's functions, making it ideal for stage shows, live productions, and events.

1. Connecting Your DMX Controller to the Rock Beam DC

Step 1: Connect the DMX Cable

• DMX Out from Controller: Begin by using the included DMX cable. Plug one end into the DMX out socket of your DMX controller.
• First Light Setup: Plug the other end of the cable into the DMX in socket of your first light in the chain.

Step 2: Adding More Lights

• If you wish to add additional lights, simply use another DMX cable.
  • DMX Out from First Light: Plug one end into the DMX out socket of the first light.
  • DMX In for the Next Light: Plug the other end into the DMX in socket of the second light, and repeat the process for any additional lights in the chain.

2. Setting the DMX Address for the Light

Step 1: Access the DMX Address Mode

• On the Rock Beam DC, press the menu button until you see Address Mode on the display.

Step 2: Set the DMX Address

• Press Enter to select Address Mode.
• Use the up and down arrows to adjust the DMX address.
• Set it to A001 (or any other desired address), then press Enter to save the setting.

3. Activating Functions Using the DMX Controller

Step 1: Turn on the Controller

• Turn on your DMX controller. If you're using multiple lights, ensure all lights are set to the same DMX address.

Step 2: Control the Light's Functions

• Fader 1 (X-axis Rotation): Adjusts the light’s horizontal rotation.
• Fader 2 (Fine-tune X-axis): Fine-tunes the X-axis rotation.
• Fader 3 (Y-axis Tilt): Controls the tilt of the light. Raising this fader tilts the light upwards.
• Fader 4 (Fine-tune Y-axis): Fine-tunes the tilt.
• Fader 5 (Speed of Rotation): Adjusts the speed of the light's rotation. Lowering the value makes it rotate slower, and raising it increases the speed.
• Fader 6 (Dimmer): Controls the light’s brightness. Raising the fader increases brightness.
• Fader 7 (Strobe Effect): Activates the strobe effect. The higher you raise the fader, the faster the strobe effect.
• Fader 8 (Color Selection): Controls the color of the light. Different value ranges correspond to specific colors (e.g., 0-15 for white, 16-31 for red, etc.).
• Fader 9 (Shape Patterns): Controls different patterns for the light. For example, values 40-47 set the light to a star shape.
• Fader 10 (Prism Effect): Activates the prism effect, adding multi-colored beams of light. You can adjust the speed of the spinning prism by adjusting the fader.
• Fader 11 (Auto Mode): Enables auto mode with different speed settings. Values between 101-200 control slow auto movement, while values between 201-255 activate sound mode.
• Fader 12 (Reset): Resets the light to its default settings.

4. Setting Up a Wireless DMX Controller

Step 1: Use a Wireless DMX Receiver

• If you prefer a wireless setup, you can use a wireless DMX receiver such as the DMX WRE. Connect it to your light to make it completely wireless.

Step 2: Sync the Controller with the Receiver

• On your wireless DMX controller, activate the wireless DMX feature. The light will begin flashing to indicate it is searching for a device.
• Press the button on the DMX WRE receiver to set the wireless DMX ID code. You'll need a small object like an Allen key or screwdriver to press the button.
• The wireless controller and receiver will sync once the receiver’s light turns green and the controller flashes red.

Step 3: Set the Same Wireless DMX ID Code

• On the controller, select a color-coded DMX ID. For example, choose blue.
• Press the receiver button again to set it to the same blue color code.

5. Conclusion

Now that you've connected and configured your Rock Beam DC with a DMX controller (or via wireless DMX), you can control its various functions like color, speed, tilt, strobe effects, and more. This setup gives you complete control over the light, making it perfect for live events, stage shows, or dynamic lighting setups.