BATTERY PAR 50: How To Set Up Master/Slave Mode

Introduction

The Master-Slave function allows you to control multiple Rockville Battery PAR 50 lights without needing a DMX controller. This is a simple way to synchronize your lights so they all follow the settings of a single master light. This guide will show you how to set up the Master-Slave mode step by step.

A. Connecting the Lights

Step 1: Choose Your Master Light

• Select one light to be the Master unit (this will control all other lights).
• All other lights in the chain will be Slave units.

Step 2: Connect the Lights with DMX Cables

• Take a DMX cable and plug the male end into the DMX OUT port on the Master light.
• Plug the female end into the DMX IN port of the first Slave light.
• To connect additional Slave lights, repeat this process:
  • Plug a DMX cable into the DMX OUT of the previous Slave light.
  • Connect the other end to the DMX IN of the next Slave light.
• Continue until all lights are connected.

B. Setting the DMX Mode

Step 1: Set Each Light to the Same DMX Mode / Address

• On each slave light, set the DMX Mode / Address to A.001 or d.001.
  • Use the control buttons on each light to navigate to the correct DMX setting.

Step 2: Set the Master Light to Any Mode

• Once the Master-Slave chain is set up, you can select any mode on the master light, and the slave lights will follow automatically.
• This includes:
  • Static colors
  • Preset programs
  • Sound-activated mode

C. Testing the Master-Slave Sync

1. Try setting the Master light to Sound Mode.
2. Speak or clap near the Master light while watching the Slave lights.
3. All Slave lights should change color and react to sound in sync with the master light.
    

Troubleshooting & FAQs

Q: Why aren't the slave lights following the master?

• Double-check that all DMX cables are securely connected.
• Ensure you're connecting DMX OUT from the Master to DMX IN on the Slave.
• Make sure the Slave lights are set to DMX Mode / Address A.001 or d.001.

Q: Can I mix lights from different Rockville models?

• No. For master/slave synchronization, you need to use the same model across the chain.

Q: How many lights can I connect in a Master/Slave chain?

• While there's no fixed limit, practical performance typically supports up to 20 - 30 lights depending on cable quality and power setup.
   

Conclusion

The Master-Slave function is an easy way to control multiple Battery PAR 50 lights without using a DMX controller. This setup allows for synchronized lighting effects with minimal effort.