Roland VC1DMX Video Lighting Converter

Professional lighting control has never been more accessible with the VC-1-DMX Video Lighting Converter, bringing automated light show capabilities to concerts, clubs, parties and karaoke venues without requiring a dedicated lighting operator. This innovative device automatically generates DMX control commands by analysing both video and audio inputs, creating dynamic colour and brightness changes that respond to visual content whilst synchronising lights and mirror balls to music tempo.

The system processes HDMI video signals across up to 32 colour areas, converting luminance information for each colour into assignable DMX channels. When video images are divided into segments and mapped to corresponding lighting fixtures, the result is precise tracking of visual movement — perfect for creating immersive environments where lighting follows on-screen action seamlessly.

Audio analysis capabilities extend beyond basic beat detection through a sophisticated 15-band filter system introduced in Version 2.0. This allows precise control over specific frequency ranges, enabling flash effects on beats, tempo-matched mirror ball rotation, and automatic lighting shutdown during silent periods. The included VC-1-DMX Setup Tool provides detailed bandwidth and gain adjustment for each frequency band, giving you complete command over your DMX setup.

For advanced users seeking expanded control options, integrated MIDI-to-DMX conversion supports both hardware controllers and USB connectivity. MIDI control change messages can switch DMX maps and adjust parameters like global dimming, tilt and pan, whilst MIDI note information from keyboards and electronic drums creates lighting effects that respond to live performances. Computer-based lighting and music production software can also control the system via USB MIDI connection.