LEAF SPINNER: How To Set Up DMX

Introduction:

This guide will walk you through the process of connecting and configuring your Leaf Spinner Lights to a DMX controller. Whether you're using one or multiple lights, this easy-to-follow tutorial will help you get your setup ready for your next event. No technical experience is required, and you'll be able to control your lights efficiently using the DMX controller.

Requirements:

• Rockville Leaf Spinner Light
• DMX Controller
• DMX Cables (included with the lights)
• Additional Leaf Spinner Lights (optional)

Step-by-Step Instructions:

A.) Connect the First Light to the DMX Controller

1. Plug the male end of a DMX cable into the DMX out port on your DMX controller.
2. Plug the female end of the cable into the DMX in port on any Leaf Spinner Light.

B.) Daisy-Chaining Additional Lights

1. Plug the male end of a DMX cable into the DMX out port on the first light (previously connected to DMX controller).
2. Plug the female end into the DMX in port on another Leaf Spinner Light.
3. Repeat this process if you want to connect more Leaf Spinner Lights.

C.) Set the Same DMX Address for All Lights

1. After connecting all the lights, press the Menu button on your light.
2. Navigate to the DMX Address display. You should see Addr on the display.
3. Press Enter to access the settings.
4. Use the up and down buttons to set the DMX address on all the lights. 
   • Set the address to the same value if you want all lights to respond simultaneously to the same commands from the DMX controller. 
   • To control lights independently they would need to be set to different addresses. DMX controllers will require you to use specific addresses corresponding to different scanners or fixtures (groups of the same light that can be controlled together). 
   • Consult the support material available for your DMX controller to determine the correct DMX address to set your lights to.

D.) DMX Channel Mode

1. Press the Menu button to cycle through the available modes.
2. Navigate to the Set DMX Channel Mode. Press Enter when you see Chnd on the display.
3. You can choose between 15, 20, or 26 DMX channels, depending on how much control you need over the light.
4. Press Enter to select your desired channel mode.

Troubleshooting & FAQs:

• Q: What if my lights aren’t responding to the DMX controller?
  • A: Double-check that the DMX cables are securely connected and that the DMX addresses are set correctly on all lights. Also consult the support material for your DMX controller.
• Q: How can I connect more than two lights?
  • A: Simply repeat the daisy-chaining step. Each new light's DMX in port will need to be connected to the previous light's DMX out port.
• Q: How do I change the DMX address if I make a mistake?
  • A: Go back into the Menu > Addr and find adjust the address using the up and down buttons until you get the correct value.

Conclusion:

You’ve successfully set up your Leaf Spinner Lights with a DMX controller. By following these simple steps, you can now control multiple lights simultaneously, making your event lighting more dynamic.