Introduction
The Rockville Pixel Hybrid Bar Pack supports wireless DMX and wired DMX control, allowing you to sync multiple lights for coordinated effects. This guide will walk you through setting up wireless DMX and wired DMX using a controller.
Setting Up Wireless DMX
The Pixel Hybrid Bar Pack features a built-in wireless DMX function, allowing you to control the lights without cables. Follow these steps to pair your lights with a wireless DMX controller:
1. Assigning a Wireless DMX Group
Each light and the controller must be set to the same Wireless DMX Group to communicate.
- Locate the Wireless DMX Group button on the light.
- Press the button to cycle through the color-coded groups:
- Red, Green, Yellow, Blue, Purple, Cyan, or White
- Choose a group and set both the light and the controller to the same color group.
- When properly connected:
- The light will flash green
- The controller will flash red
2. Setting the DMX Address and Channel Mode
- Press the Menu button on the light until you reach A001 (DMX Address Mode)
- Use Up/Down buttons to set the desired DMX address (e.g., A001)
- Press Enter to save the setting
Choosing a DMX Channel Mode
- Press Menu to reach DMX Channel Mode
- Use Up/Down buttons to select from:
- 5-Channel Mode – Basic controls
- 14-Channel Mode – Intermediate control (recommended)
- 75-Channel Mode – Advanced setup
- Press Enter to save
3. Activating DMX Control on the Controller
- Turn on the DMX controller and activate Scanner 1
- Refer to the DMX guide to understand which fader controls which function
- Adjust faders on the controller to control brightness, color, strobe, and effects
Understanding DMX Functions (14-Channel Mode Example)
| Fader | Function | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Fader 1 | Master Dimmer | Adjusts overall brightness |
| Fader 2 | Warm White Dimmer | Controls warm white LED intensity |
| Fader 3 | White Strobe Dimmer | Controls white LED strobe effect |
| Fader 4 | Mode Selector | Activates different lighting modes (e.g., Zigzag, Bounce) |
| Fader 5 | Speed Control | Adjusts effect speed |
| Fader 6 | White Light Dimmer | Adjusts brightness of white light |
| Fader 7 | White Light Strobe | Controls strobe effect speed |
| Fader 8 | White Light Mode Selector | Assigns effect mode to white light |
| Fader 9 | White Light Speed | Adjusts transition speed of white light effects |
| Fader 10 | RGB Dimmer | Adjusts brightness of colored LEDs |
| Fader 11 | RGB Strobe | Controls strobe effect for colored lights |
| Fader 12 | Color Selection | Chooses colors based on DMX values |
| Fader 13 | Color Effects | Activates chase and other effects |
| Fader 14 | Effect Speed | Controls speed of color effects |
You can combine multiple effects, such as running warm white and white light effects simultaneously.
Setting Up Wired DMX
If wireless DMX is not working or you prefer a wired connection, follow these steps:
1. Connecting DMX Cables
- Plug a DMX cable into the DMX Out port of the controller
- Connect the other end to the DMX In port on the first light
2. Daisy-Chaining Multiple Lights
To control multiple lights with a single DMX controller:
- Use another DMX cable to connect the DMX Out of the first light to the DMX In of the second light
- Repeat for additional lights
3. Configuring Lights for Wired DMX
- Turn off Wireless DMX on the controller
- Assign each light to the same DMX address and channel mode
- Adjust faders on the controller to manage brightness, strobe, colors, and effects
Conclusion
Using DMX control with the Rockville Pixel Hybrid Bar Pack gives you full control over your lighting effects. Whether using wireless or wired DMX, you can easily sync multiple lights for an impressive display.
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