Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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In this video I'll explain how to build your own scene-based DMX lighting and audio controller using an ESP32, a DY-SV5W MP3 Module, and an RS485 Transceiver module.

Scenes can be cued on a simple linear playlist, advanced automatically after a specified duration, or when triggered by a manual input, sensor, or control message received over a network. Perfect for haunted houses, escape rooms, and other interactive experiences that you want to introduce more theatrical lighting.

More details about all of the projects featured on this channel can be found at Patreon: patreon.com/c/playfultech
And you can join the discussion on the Discord: discord.gg/9GxCdkaAC

Timings
00:00:00 - 00:02:18 Introduction and Demonstration
00:02:19 - 00:09:43 Hardware Overview
00:09:44 - 00:12:53 Wiring Diagram
00:12:54 - 00:41:05 Arduino Code Listing
00:41:06 - 00:42:25 Wrapup

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