SPYDER LED: How To Set Up DMX

Introduction

Using a DMX controller with your Spyder LED Moving Headlights allows you to create dynamic lighting effects, making it ideal for stage productions, live performances, and event setups. This guide will walk you through connecting your DMX controller, setting DMX addresses and channels, and even using a wireless DMX setup.

What You'll Need

• Spyder LED Moving Headlights
• DMX controller
• DMX cables
• Wireless DMX receiver (optional)
• Screwdriver (for wireless DMX setup)

Step 1: Connect the DMX Controller to Your Lights

1. Take a DMX cable and plug the male end into the DMX OUT on your DMX controller.
2. Plug the other end into the DMX IN on your first Spyder LED light.
3. To connect additional lights, use another DMX cable:
   • Plug the male end into the DMX OUT on the first light.
   • Plug the other end into the DMX IN on the next light.
4. Repeat this process to connect more lights in the chain.

Step 2: Set the DMX Address and Channel Mode

To ensure proper control, all connected lights must have the same DMX address and channel mode.

Setting the DMX Channel Mode

1. Press the MENU button on your light until you reach DMX Channel Mode.
2. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to toggle between:
   • 7-Channel Mode (Basic control)
   • 15-Channel Mode (Advanced control)
3. For this guide, select 7-Channel Mode by pressing ENTER.

Setting the DMX Address

1. Press the MENU button until you reach DMX Address Mode.
2. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to set the address to A001 (or another preferred address).
3. Press ENTER to save.
4. Repeat these steps for all connected lights to ensure they have the same DMX address and channel mode.

Step 3: Controlling the Lights with Your DMX Controller

Once your lights are connected and configured, power on your DMX controller and start adjusting the faders.

DMX Fader Functions (7-Channel Mode)

Using Built-in Effects

• Fader 5 activates preset lighting effects based on its value range.
• To control the speed of the selected effect, use Fader 6.
• If needed, reset the effect settings by adjusting Fader 7.

For detailed effect value ranges, refer to the DMX guide included with your lights.

Step 4: Setting Up a Wireless DMX System (Optional)

If your setup requires wireless control, you can use a wireless DMX receiver.

Pairing a Wireless DMX Receiver

1. Turn on the receiver and use a screwdriver to press the small button on the side.
2. Cycle through the wireless ID colors and set it to Blue.
3. On your wireless DMX controller, activate the wireless feature and match the wireless ID color to Blue.
4. Once paired, the receiver’s LED will flash green, and the controller’s LED will flash red, indicating a successful connection.
5. Plug the wireless DMX receiver into the DMX IN on the first light.
6. If connecting multiple lights, you can:
   • Use one receiver per light or
   • Use one receiver on the first light and connect the rest using DMX cables.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can easily connect and control your Spyder LED Moving Headlights using a DMX controller. Whether using wired or wireless DMX, setting the correct DMX address and channel mode ensures smooth operation.