BEST PAR H2O: How To Set Up Master/Slave

Introduction:

The Rockville Best PAR H2O lights can be synchronized using the Master/Slave function, allowing multiple lights to match colors and effects without requiring individual programming. This guide will walk you through setting up the wireless and wired Master/Slave modes to ensure your lighting system operates smoothly.

What You Need:

• 2 or More Best PAR H2O Lights (only works with same model)
• IR Remote (optional)
• 3-Pin DMX Cables (wired setup only)

Wireless Master/Slave Setup:

A.) Ensure wireless function is enabled for all lights.

1. Press the MENU button until you see 2.4G.
2. Press ENTER to modify the setting.
3. Use the UP or DOWN button to set this to ON (if necessary).
4. Press ENTER to save.

B.) Assign one Best PAR H2O to be the Master Light.

1. Use the DMX Select button to choose a DMX color code (e.g., Red) on the Wireless Indicator LED.
2. Press the MENU button until you see IRCL.
3. Press ENTER to modify the setting.
4. Use the UP or DOWN button to set this to ON (if necessary).
5. Press ENTER to save.

C.) Assign additional Best PAR H2O(s) to be Slave Light(s).

Up to 24 Slave Lights can be wirelessly connected to a single Master Light.

1. Use the DMX Select button to choose the same DMX color code (e.g., Red) as the Master Light.
   • Master Light’s DMX LED will flash Red, and Slave Light',s will flash Green.
2. Make sure the IR Remote response is not active.
   • Press the MENU button until you see IRCL.
   • Press ENTER to modify the setting.
   • Use the UP or DOWN button to set this to OFF (if necessary).
   • Press ENTER to save.

D.) Set both lights to the same DMX address.

• Press the Menu button until you see Addr.
• Press Enter to modify the setting.
• Use the Up / Down buttons to set the address to A001.

E.) Control the lights using the controls on the Master Light or IR Remote.

• Point the IR remote at the Master Light to control all connected Best PAR H2O lights.
• You can also use the Master Light’s back panel to control functions and settings for all lights.

Wired Master/Slave Setup:

3-Pin DMX Cable (1 per Slave Light) required for this.

A.) Disable wireless DMX function.

1. Press the MENU button until you see 2.4G.
2. Press ENTER to modify the setting.
3. Use the UP or DOWN button to set this to OFF (if necessary).
4. Press ENTER to save.

B.) Connect the Master Light to the Slave Lights.

1. Take a DMX cable and:
   • Plug the male end into the DMX Out of the Master Light.
   • Plug the other end into the DMX In of the first Slave Light.
2. Daisy-chain additional Slave Lights by:
   • Connecting a second DMX cable from the DMX Out of the first Slave Light to the DMX In of the next Slave Light.
   • Repeat this for all additional Best PAR H2O lights.

C.) Set both lights to the same DMX address.

• Press the Menu button until you see Addr.
• Press Enter to modify the setting.
• Use the Up / Down buttons to set the address to A001.

D.) Control the lights using the controls on the Master Light or IR Remote.

• Use the Master Light’s menu or IR remote to change colors or modes, and all Slave Lights will follow.

FAQs

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

• For wireless setup, you are limited to 25 lights; up 24 Slave lights can be wirelessly linked to a single Master.
• For wired setup, there's no fixed limit. Practical performance typically supports up to 20 - 30 lights depending on cable quality and power setup.

Q: Can I use wireless and wired Slave lights at the same time?

• Yes, your Master light can control both wired and wireless Slave lights simultaneously.

Q: Can I sync my other Rockville lights with my Best PAR H2Os in Master/Slave Mode?

• No. Master/Slave Mode only works with the same exact model light.
• You may want to consider using a DMX controller to sync any lights with DMX capabilities (even lights from other manufacturers).

Conclusion

Using the Master/Slave function on the Rockville Best PAR H2O lights allows for synchronized lighting effects with minimal setup. The wireless setup provides for a net clean presentation that allows for the lights to run off their rechargeable batteries; without needing be plugged in at all for hours. The wired setup is a reliable backup / alternative. Both allow you to access the full array of features and colors available while controlling up to 30 Best PAR H2O lights at once.