MINI HALO | 4, 8, 12 PACK MINI HALO | MINI HALO CHARGING CASE: How To Set Up

Introduction:

In this guide, we'll walk you through how to set up and use your Rockville Mini Halo Lights. Whether you have the black or white version, the setup is exactly the same. This step-by-step tutorial is simple to follow—even if you're new to lighting gear.

What You’ll Need:

• Rockville Mini Halo Light (Black or White)
• Included wireless remote control
• Included charging cable
• Optional accessories (e.g., DJ MAG Two magnetic clamp, DMX controller)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Positioning the Mini Halo Light

• Stand it upright to project light upward.
• Lay it on its side to project onto a wall.
• Use the threaded hole on the bottom to attach a clamp (e.g., DJ MAG Two) to mount on a lighting truss or DJ booth.
• Place multiple lights inside your DJ facade for an illuminated look.

2. Adjusting the Beam Angle

• Loosen the top lens to narrow the beam.
• Tighten the lens to widen the beam.
• The more you loosen, the more focused the light becomes.
• Tightening it fully returns it to the widest setting.

3. Powering On and Accessing the Menu

• Hold the Enter button under the light to turn it on.
• Use the Menu, Up, Down, and Enter buttons to navigate settings.

Onboard Control Modes

4. RF Group Mode

• Assign lights to RF groups (1–4) to control them individually or together via the remote.
• Set each light to Master or Slave mode:
  • Master: Sends signal.
  • Slave: Follows the signal.

5. Custom Color Mode

• Customize RGB color intensity:
  • Adjust red, green, blue, white, yellow, and purple levels.
• Use the Up/Down buttons to control brightness for each color.

6. Display Timer Mode

• Set how long the screen stays on:
  • Options: Always on, 10s, 20s, or 30s.

7. Wireless Group ID Mode

• Set the wireless group ID (1–7) to sync multiple lights with each other or a DMX controller.
• Each ID is color-coded:
  • 1 = Red
  • 2 = Green
  • 3 = Yellow
  • 4 = Blue
  • 5 = Pink
  • 6 = Cyan
  • 7 = White

8. Master and Slave Modes

• Master Mode: Acts as the main light in your system.
• Slave Mode: Follows another light or DMX controller.
• In Slave mode, assign a DMX address and channel (6-channel or 10-channel).

9. Static Colors and Built-in Effects

• Cycle through built-in colors: red, green, blue, white, etc.
• Effects include:
  • Strobe Mode: Flashing effect with adjustable speed.
  • Jump Mode: Quick color changes.
  • Fade Modes (1 & 2): Smooth transitions between colors.
  • Sound Modes (1–4): Reacts to music or sound with adjustable sensitivity.

DMX Control

10. Connecting to a Wireless DMX Controller

• Set each light and controller to the same Wireless Group ID.
• Turn off master mode on all lights.
• Set all lights to DMX address 001 and choose either 6-channel or 10-channel mode.

11. Using DMX Channels

• 6-Channel Mode: Basic RGBWAY (Red, Green, Blue, White, Amber, UV) control.
• 10-Channel Mode: Adds:
  • Master dimming
  • Strobe speed
  • Built-in effects control
  • Effect speed

DMX Channel Functions (10-channel example):

1. Master Dimmer
2. Red
3. Green
4. Blue
5. White
6. Amber (Yellow)
7. UV
8. Strobe Speed
9. Built-in Effect Selection
10. Effect Speed

Use a DMX guide to reference effect values and ranges.

Using the Remote Control

12. Assigning RF Groups

• RF Groups are color-coded:
  • 1 = Red
  • 2 = Green
  • 3 = Yellow
  • 4 = Blue
  • All Groups = White
• Use the RF Group button on the remote to select the group you want to control.

13. Remote Features

• On/Off: Toggle light output (not full power off).
• Color Selection: Choose from multiple shades of red, green, blue, white, and more.
• Brightness Control: Adjust brightness up or down.
• Sound Modes: Pick between 4 modes and adjust microphone sensitivity.
• Auto Modes:
  • Strobe
  • Pulse
  • Fade
  • Color Cycle
• Speed Adjustment: Change speed for strobe, fade, pulse, and color cycle effects.

Controlling Multiple Lights

14. Via DMX Controller

• Set all lights to same Wireless Group ID and DMX address.
• Set lights to 6 or 10 channel mode.
• Control them using faders on your DMX controller.

15. Via Master/Slave Setup

• Set one light to Master Mode and a group ID (e.g., Blue/ID 4).
• Set other lights to the same group ID.
• Set them to Slave Mode.
• All Slave lights will follow the Master light’s color/mode.

16. Via Remote with RF Groups

• Assign different lights to different RF groups.
• Use the remote to control each group separately by toggling through group colors.
• Great for setting different effects on different sections of your setup.

Troubleshooting & FAQs

Q: My remote isn’t controlling the lights. What should I check?

• Ensure lights are in Slave Mode and assigned to an RF group.
• Make sure you're selecting the correct RF group on the remote.

Q: Why won’t my lights sync with the DMX controller?

• Ensure all lights and the controller are set to the same Wireless Group ID.
• Check that all lights are set to Slave Mode and the same DMX address.

Q: The lights aren’t reacting to sound in Sound Mode.

• Increase the mic sensitivity (set to 9 for max).
• Ensure you’re in the correct sound mode (1–4).

Q: Can I mix DMX control and RF remote control?

• No, use either DMX or RF remote, not both simultaneously for the same light.

Conclusion

The Rockville Mini Halo Light is a powerful and flexible tool for DJs, event spaces, and party setups. With options to control via onboard buttons, RF remote, or DMX controller, you can easily achieve professional lighting effects with minimal effort.