How to Mount Your Rockville MV-400 Moving Head Light

Introduction

This article covers how to mount the Rockville MV-400 moving head light onto a truss using the included mounting brackets and your own lighting clamps. The process is quick, requires no additional tools, and is easy to follow even if you have never mounted stage lighting before. The MV-400 can also rest on its built-in feet if truss mounting is not needed.

Requirements

• Rockville MV-400 moving head light
• Two included mounting brackets (included in box)
• Two lighting clamps (sold separately)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Section 1: Attaching the Mounting Brackets

1. Place the light on its side to expose the mounting holes on the bottom.
2. Take one bracket and locate the pegs on it.
3. Line up the pegs on the bracket with the holes on the bottom of the light.
4. Press the bracket into position, making sure the pegs fully seat into the holes.
5. Turn the knobs on the bracket until you hear them click into place, confirming the bracket is locked.
6. Repeat steps 2 through 5 with the second bracket.

Section 2: Attaching the Lighting Clamps

1. Take one of your lighting clamps and loosen the bolt until you can remove it completely.
2. Run the bolt through the hole on one of the mounted brackets.
3. Screw the clamp back onto the bolt and tighten until it is fully secure.
4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 with the second clamp on the second bracket.

Section 3: Mounting to the Truss

1. Open both clamps.
2. Position the light on the truss at the desired mounting location.
3. Close the clamps around the truss to secure the light in place.

Troubleshooting and FAQs

The bracket knobs won't click into place.

Make sure the pegs on the bracket are fully aligned with the holes on the bottom of the light. If the pegs are not properly seated, the knobs will not lock. Reposition the bracket and try again.

The clamp feels loose after tightening.

Ensure the bolt passes fully through the bracket hole before screwing the clamp on. Tighten until there is no wobble or play between the clamp and bracket.

Can I mount the light without the included brackets?

No. The brackets are required to create the attachment point between the light and your clamps. Do not attempt to mount the light without them.

Does it matter which direction the brackets face?

Line up the pegs with the holes as shown in the video. The brackets are designed to fit in one orientation only.

Conclusion

Mounting the MV-400 to a truss is a simple three-part process: attach the brackets to the bottom of the light, secure your clamps to the brackets, and then lock the clamps onto the truss. The entire process takes just a few minutes.