PIXEL HYBRID PACK: Buttons, Controls & Functions

Introduction

This guide will walk you through all the buttons, controls, and functions of the Rockville Pixel Hybrid Bar Light Pack. These instructions apply to all lights in the pack and will help you understand how to operate and configure your lights for different modes and settings.

Powering On and Basic Controls

Turning the Light On/Off

• Use the On/Off switch on the back panel to power the light.

Navigating the Control Panel

The light’s control panel includes:

• Menu Button – Navigate through different modes.
• Up/Down Buttons – Adjust settings within each mode.
• Enter Button – Save changes and store settings. (The light will remember your last saved setting when powered back on.)

Operating Modes and Functions

1. DMX Address Mode

• Allows you to set the DMX address for DMX controller use.
• Use Up/Down to adjust the DMX address (e.g., A001 to A002, etc.).

2. DMX Channel Mode

• Selects how much control you have over the light via DMX.
• Press Enter, then use Up/Down to choose between:
  • 5-Channel Mode
  • 14-Channel Mode
  • 75-Channel Mode
• Press Enter again to save.

3. Fail Mode (Determines how the light behaves when communication is lost with a wireless DMX controller or remote.)

• Press Enter to choose between:
  • Hold – Keeps the last active setting.
  • Off – The light will turn off when the signal is lost.

4. Auto Mode (Preset Shows)

• Runs pre-programmed lighting sequences.
• Use Up/Down to select different preset shows.
• Press Enter to adjust speed:
  • Use Up to increase speed.
  • Use Down to slow it down.

5. Fade Mode

• The light smoothly transitions between colors.
• Use Up/Down to choose different fade patterns.
• Press Enter to adjust fade speed.

6. Strobe Mode

• Activates flashing/strobe effects.
• Use Up/Down to select different strobe styles.
• Press Enter to adjust strobe speed.

7. Sound Mode (Reacts to music beats)

• Press Up/Down to switch between four different sound modes.
• Press Enter to adjust microphone sensitivity:
  • Higher sensitivity makes the light respond more to sound.
  • Lower sensitivity reduces responsiveness.

8. Manual Mode (Custom Color Mixing)

• Allows custom LED color blending.
• Press Enter to cycle through color adjustments:
  1. Red LED
  2. Green LED
  3. Blue LED
  4. White Strobe Dimmer
  5. Warm White Dimmer
• Use Up/Down to increase or decrease intensity for each LED color.

9. 2.4 GHz Mode (Wireless DMX Control)

• Turns wireless DMX on or off.
• If your DMX controller isn’t working, check this setting:
  • Press Enter, then Up/Down to switch between On/Off.

10. IRCL Mode (Wireless Remote Control Enable/Disable)

• Controls whether the remote can interact with the light.
• If the remote isn’t working:
  • Press Enter, then use Up/Down to switch between On/Off.

11. LED Display Mode

• Enables or disables the LED display on the back of the light.

12. Firmware Version

• Displays the current firmware version of the light.

Additional Features

DMX In/Out Ports (Daisy-Chaining Lights)

• The DMX Out port allows you to connect multiple lights in a series using DMX cables.
• Connect the DMX Out of the first light to the DMX In of the next light to control multiple units from one DMX source.

Power In/Out Ports (Daisy-Chaining Power)

• The Power Out port allows multiple lights to share power.
• Plug the included power cable into the Power In port to charge the battery-powered unit.

Battery Level Indicator

• Displays remaining battery life on top of the light.

Wireless DMX Grouping

• Assigns lights to different wireless DMX groups.
• Press the Wireless DMX Group Button to cycle between color-coded groups:
  • Red, Green, Yellow, Blue, Purple, Cyan, and White

Conclusion

The Rockville Pixel Hybrid Bar Pack offers versatile control options, whether using DMX, sound activation, or the remote. With customizable color settings, strobe effects, and wireless control capabilities, it’s an excellent lighting solution for various applications.