BATTERY PAR 61: How To Place & Mount

Introduction

This article will walk you through the simple and versatile ways to place your Rockville Battery PAR 61 Wash Light. Whether you're up lighting a totem stand, washing a wall, or mounting the light on a truss, these step-by-step instructions are easy to follow—even if you have no prior lighting experience.

Requirements:

• Battery Par 61 Light (available in black or white)
• Included Dual Bracket (for mounting or angling the light)
• Optional: Totem stand with white scrim, mounting bracket and screws, LC70 Lighting Clamp, truss

Setup Guide

Placing the Light Without the Mounting Bracket:

A. Inside a Totem Stand (e.g., Rockville RTP Series) with Scrim

1. Lift the scrim from the bottom of the stand.
2. Place the light inside the stand.
3. Bring the scrim back down to cover the light.
4. Choose any color or lighting mode to create a glowing totem effect.

B. For Wall Washing

• Place the light directly against the wall so it shines upward.
• Alternatively, attach the mounting bracket and place the light a few feet from the wall, angling it to achieve your desired wash.

Attaching the Mounting Bracket:

A. Prepare the Hardware

1. Insert washers through two screws.
2. Feed the screws through both sides of the bracket.

B. Attach the Bracket to the Light

1. Align the bracket with the screw holes on both sides of the light.
2. Place another washer on the ends of the screws.
3. Tighten the screw knobs to secure the bracket.

C. Adjusting the Angle

• With the bracket attached, you can tilt the light to target walls or facades at your preferred angle.

D. Floor Placement

• Fold the bracket back and rest the light on its rubber feet to shine directly upwards.
• Great for lighting up DJ facades or backdrops.

E. Facade Lighting
For placement behind DJ Booth or Facade (e.g., Rockville RAPFA, RFAA, RockBooth Series)

• Position the light a few inches away from the facade.
• Angle for maximum illumination.
• Use multiple lights for larger facades.

Mounting to a Truss Using the Bracket and Clamp:

A. Attach a Lighting Clamp (like the Rockville LC70)

1. Remove the hex-bolt from the clamp.
2. Feed the bolt through both holes on both brackets so the threads are facing outward (away from the light).
   You may need to squeeze the bracket arms to align the holes.
3. Align the screw hole on the outside of the clamp with the threads from the bolt.
4. Secure the clamp onto the bracket by tightening the bolt.

B. Secure the Light to the Truss or Speaker Stand Pole

1. Loosen the clamp’s butterfly screw until wider than truss / pole diameter.
2. Position the clamp on your truss or speaker stand pole.
3. Tighten the butterfly screw to lock the light in place.

Troubleshooting & FAQs

Q: My bracket doesn’t line up with the holes on the light. What should I do?
A: Make sure you're using the correct screws and washers. Slightly adjust or pinch the bracket arms to align the holes properly.

Q: Can I use the Battery PAR 61 light without any bracket at all?
A: Yes! The light can be placed directly on the floor using its rubber feet or inside a totem stand without a bracket.

Q: Which clamp should I use for mounting to a truss?
A: The Rockville LC70 Clamp is recommended and works well with the included bracket.

Conclusion

Setting up your Battery PAR 61 Wash Light is easy and flexible—whether you're going for a clean up-light, dynamic wall wash, or mounted truss effect. Try different placements to see what works best for your setup.