MINI IR4: How To Set Up DMX Control

Introduction

While the Rockville Mini IR4 can be controlled using its onboard controls or with the included IR remote, for more advanced setups, you can wirelessly connect it to a DMX controller. Using either the Rockville W2 or W4 Wireless DMX Controller (without needing any wires or adapters) up to 25 of our MINI IR4 lights can be connected. You can also wirelessly connect any other DMX controller or software interface (with 3-pin DMX output) with to up to 25 MINI IR4 lights, using our DMX-WTR Wireless DMX Transmitter. This guide will walk you through how to sync multiple Mini IR4 lights to a Rockville Wireless DMX Controller or Transmitter for seamless creation of fully customized lighting experiences.

Setup Guide
Using either the Rockville W2 or W4 Wireless DMX Controller up to 25 of our MINI IR4 lights can be connected. You can also use any other DMX controller or software interface (with 3-pin DMX output) to control up to 25 MINI IR4 lights, using our DMX-WTR Wireless DMX Transmitter. 

A.) Initial Startup 

1. Turn on Mini IR4 lights.
2. Power on your controller and activate Wireless DMX.
   • If using Rockville W2 or W4 Wireless DMX Controller; Turn On the WIRELESS switch.
   • If not using Rockville W2 or W4 Wireless DMX Controller; Connect the DMX-WTR to an AC power source.

B.) Setting the Wireless Group ID

• Set all lights to the same Wireless Group ID.
  Up to 25 Rockville lights can be wirelessly synced with a Rockville Wireless DMX Controller or Transmitter.
  1. Press the Mode button until you see 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07 or oFF with the corresponding Wireless Group ID color. 
     
  2. Use the Up / Down buttons to select from 7 available IDs, each with a color code:
     • 01 → Red
       
     • 02 → Green
       
     • 03 → Yellow
       
     • 04 → Blue 
       *Selected in Video Example*
     • 05 → Purple
       
     • 06 → Cyan
       
     • 07 → White
       
• Match the Wireless ID on the DMX Controller or Transmitter.
  1. Locate the WIRELESS ID button on the back of the controller, or the ID Key button on the transmitter.
     
  2. Press the button to cycle through different colors.
  3. Select the color matching the Wireless Group ID set on each light.
     • Example: Blue
  4. Once synced, the controller or transmitter should display a flashing red light, indicating a successful connection.

C.) Disabling Master Mode 

1. Press the MODE button until you see MASTER on or MASTER oFF.
   
2. If you see MASTER on, use the Up or Down button select MASTER oFF.
   

D.) Setting DMX Mode / Address

1. Press the Mode button until you see DMX ADD 001 ~ DMX ADD 512.
   
2. Use the Up / Down buttons to set the address to A001 for Scanner / Fixture 1, or to a different address corresponding to another scanner / fixture (specified by your DMX controller).
   
3. The Wireless Group ID Icon will flash / blink, indicating it's synced with the controller or transmitter.
   
   • The Wireless Group LED on the controller or transmitter should also flash / blink, indicating a successful connection.
4. Press the MODE button until you see DMX CH. SLAVE.
   
5. Use the UP or DOWN button to select between 6-Channel Mode and 10-Channel Mode based on the level of control you need.
   • 6-Channel Mode → Allows color mixing (Red, Green, Blue, White, Yellow/Amber, Purple/UV).
   • 10-Channel Mode → Allows color mixing with Master dimmer, plus Strobe, Auto and Sound modes.
   • For maximum control, set your Mini IR4 lights to 10-Channel Mode.

E.) Controlling the Lights

• Understanding the DMX Fader / Channel Functions:
  1. On the controller, activate Scanner / Fixture 1, or the one(s) corresponding to your Mini IR4 Lights.
  2. Reference the charts below to control the light(s) using the faders on your controller or controls within your DMX control software.

F.) Connecting Additional Lights

• Wirelessly Connect Up to 25 lights:
  • Up to 25 lights can be linked to a single Rockville Wireless DMX Controller or DMX-WTR Wireless DMX Transmitter.
  • A DMX-WTR Wireless DMX Transmitter can be connected to the 3-pin DMX Output port on the back of the Rockville Wireless DMX Controller or any other DMX Output (3-pin).
  • Multiple DMX-WTR Wireless DMX Transmitters can be used in the same lighting system, as long as each transmitter uses a different Wireless Group ID. 
• Select a Wireless Group ID on the Transmitter for the additional group of lights.
  • Make sure to choose a different one than used previously (Example: Yellow).
  • If using multiple transmitters, be sure to differentiate so you are not accidentally changing the Wireless ID on the wrong unit.
• Match the Wireless Group ID on each of the additional lights.
  • Use the Mode button to access the Wireless Group ID menu as shown previously.
  • Set all additional lights to this new Wireless Group ID (Example: Yellow).
    
• Master Mode should be turned off for all lights being connected.
  • Press the Mode button until you see MASTER on or MASTER oFF.
    
  • If you see MASTER on, use the Up or Down button select MASTER oFF.
    
• Set the DMX Address and Channel Mode.
  • Use the same DMX Address (Example: 001) as the previously connected lights if you want all Mini IR4 lights to always follow the same commands.
    
  • Use a different DMX Address (according to DMX controller instructions) if you want the additional Mini IR4 lights to be able to follow different commands.
    
  • Press the Mode button until you see DMX CH. SLAVE.
    
  • Use the Up or Down button to select between 6-Channel Mode and 10-Channel Mode based on the level of control you need.
    Please note: Lights using the same DMX address should also be set to the same DMX Channel Mode.
    • 6-Channel Mode → Allows color mixing (Red, Green, Blue, White, Yellow/Amber, Purple/UV).
    • 10-Channel Mode → Allows color mixing with Master dimmer, plus Strobe, Auto and Sound modes.
    • For maximum control, set your Mini IR4 lights to 10-Channel Mode.

Troubleshooting & FAQs

My lights are not responding to wireless DMX controller commands.
✅Ensure the lights and controller are set to the same Wireless ID / DMX color group.
✅Confirm light(s) set to the correct DMX Address and Channel Mode.
✅Check that the correct DMX scanner / fixture (e.g., Scanner 1) is enabled on the controller.

How many lights can I connect with a DMX Controller?
✅25 lights can be wirelessly linked directly to a Rockville Wireless DMX Controller or Transmitter.
✅25 more lights can be linked to another Transmitter connected to the same DMX output.

Conclusion

Using a Wireless DMX Controller with your Mini IR4 lights unlocks advanced lighting control for performances, events and stage setups. By following these steps, you can now easily synchronize multiple lights and customize your lighting effects with precise adjustments.