Chauvet D-Fi Stream 6 User manual

User Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Before you Begin ................................................................................................................ 3
What Is Included....................................................................................................................................3
Unpacking Instructions ..........................................................................................................................3
Claims............................................................................................................................................................ 3
Text Conventions...................................................................................................................................3
Symbols.................................................................................................................................................3
Disclaimer..............................................................................................................................................3
Product at a Glance...............................................................................................................................4
Safety Notes..........................................................................................................................................4
2. Introduction......................................................................................................................... 5
Product Overview ..................................................................................................................................5
Product Dimensions ..............................................................................................................................6
3. Setup.................................................................................................................................... 7
AC Power...............................................................................................................................................7
Mounting................................................................................................................................................7
Orientation..................................................................................................................................................... 7
Rigging........................................................................................................................................................... 7
4. Operation............................................................................................................................. 8
Configuration .........................................................................................................................................8
DIP Switches ................................................................................................................................................. 8
DIP Switch Chart Location.....................................................................................................................8
Configuration Notes...............................................................................................................................8
DIP Switch Settings...............................................................................................................................9
5. Technical Information........................................................................................................10
Technical Specifications......................................................................................................................10
Returns ................................................................................................................................................11
Contact Us..............................................................................................................................12

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1.BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What Is
Included
•D-Fi™ Stream 6
•Power Cord •Warranty Card •Quick Reference Guide
Unpacking
Instructions
Carefully unpack the product immediately and check the container to make sure all the
parts are in the package and are in good condition.
Claims
If the box or the contents (the product and included accessories) appear damaged from
shipping, or show signs of mishandling, notify the carrier immediately, not Chauvet
Failure to report damage to the carrier immediately may invalidate your claim. In
addition, keep the box and contents for inspection.
For other issues, such as missing components or parts, damage not related to shipping,
or concealed damage, file a claim with Chauvet within 7 days of delivery.
Text
Conventions
Convention Meaning
1–512
A range of values
50/60
A set of values of which only one can be chosen
Settings
A menu option not to be modified
Menu > Settings
A sequence of menu options to be followed
<ENTER>
A key to be pressed on the product’s control panel
ON
A value to be entered or selected
Symbols Symbol Meaning
Critical installation, configuration, or operation information. Not
following these instructions may make the product not work, cause
damage to the product, or cause harm to the operator.
Important installation or configuration information. The product
may not function correctly if this information is not used.
Useful information.
Disclaimer
The information and specifications contained in this document are subject to change
without notice. Chauvet
assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions
that may appear in this manual. Chauvet reserves the right to update the existing
document or to create a new document to correct any errors or omissions.
You can download the latest version of this document from www.chauvetlighting.com.
© Copyright 2015 Chauvet. All rights reserved
Electronically published by Chauvet in the United States of America
Author Date Editor Date
M. Trouard 02/10/2015 A. Leon 02/16/15

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Product at a
Glance
Use on Dimmer
x
Auto Programs
x
Outdoor Use
x
Power Cord
P
Sound-Activated
x
Replaceable Fuse
P
DMX
P
User-Serviceable
x
Master/Slave
x
Duty Cycle
x
Safety Notes
Please read the following Safety Notes carefully before working with this product
. They
include important safety information about its installation, usage, and maintenance.
•Always connect this product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
•Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.
•Never disconnect this product from power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.
•If mounting this product overhead, always secure it to a fastening device using a
safety cable.
•
Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the unit while operating.
•Always make sure that the voltage of the outlet to which you are connecting this
product is within the range stated on the decal or rear panel of the product.
•This product is for indoor use only! (IP20) To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not
expose this product to rain or moisture.
•Never connect this product to a dimmer.
•Never carry this product from the power cord or any moving part.
•The maximum ambient temperature is 104 °F (40 °C). Do not operate this product at
higher temperatures.
•In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the unit immediately.
•Never try to repair this product. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to
damage or malfunction. Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance
center.
•To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use
completely disconnect the product from power via the breaker or by unplugging it.
•Keep this User Manual for future consultation. If you sell this product to another user,
be sure that they also receive this document.

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2.INTRODUCTION
Product Overview
Front View
Back View
DMX Outputs
DMX In
Antenna Storage
Antenna
Power In
Fuse Holder Mounting Hole
DMX
In/Throughput
DIP Switches
LED Indicators
LED ON
Indicator
D-FI™ Auto
Sync Button
LED Wireless
Signal
Indicator

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Product Dimensions
5.3 in
134 mm
19 in
483 mm
1.8 in
46 mm
(10mm Mounting Hole)

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3.SETUP
AC Power This product has an auto-ranging
power supply and it can work with an input voltage of
100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
To determine the power requirements for this product
(power outlet and wiring), use the
current value listed on the label affixed to the product
’s back panel, or refer to the
product’s specifications chart. The listed current rating indicates the product
’s average
current draw under normal conditions.
Always connect this product
to a protected circuit (circuit breaker or fuse),
making sure that it has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of
electrocution or fire.
Never connect this product
to a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even
if the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to 100% switch.
Mounting
Before mounting this product, read and follow the Safety Notes.
Orientation The D-Fi™ Stream 6
may be mounted in any position; however, make sure adequate
ventilation is provided around the product.
Rigging Before deciding on a location for this product
, always make sure that it will be easy to
access the unit for maintenance and programming purposes.
Make sure that the structure onto which you are mounting this product
can support its
weight. See the Technical Specifications for weight information.
When mounting this product overhead, always use a safety cable. Mount the product
securely to a rigging point, whether an elevated platform or a truss.
When rigging this product onto a truss, you should use a mounting clamp
of appropriate
weight capacity.
The product also has two 10 mm mounting holes located on the back and top
for easy
truss mounting.
Mounting Diagram
Mounting Holes
Rack
Mounting
Holes

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4.OPERATION
Configuration The D-
Fi™ Stream 6 is configured with the DIP switches on the front just under the
antenna. The D-Fi™ Stream 6 can transmit D-Fi™ or receive D-
Fi™. The
D-
Fi™ channel can be selected manually or automatically. There is a DIP switch settings
table affixed t
o the top of the product, and the DIP switches and settings are described in
the following sections.
DIP Switches The 6 DIP switches that configure the D-Fi™ Stream 6 are shown below:
•DIP switches 1 thru 4 set the D-Fi™ channel, but DIP switch 5 must be in the ON
position for DIP switches 1 thru 4 to have any effect.
•DIP switch 5 toggles between the D-Fi™ Channel Selection modes: Auto-Sync
(OFF) and Manual (ON).
•DIP switch 6 toggles between Transmit D-Fi™ (ON) and Receive D-Fi™ (OFF).
•
The DIP switch settings shown in the example above configure the
D-Fi™ Stream 6 for D-
Fi™ Receive mode, with Manual Channel Selection and a
D-Fi™ Channel of 9.
•
For a list of DIP switch combinations, see the DIP switch settings table on the
top of the D-Fi™ Stream 6.
D-Fi™ products must be using the same channel to communicate.
You can sync an unlimited amount of Receivers to one Transmitter.
To ensure strong D-
Fi™ signals, the units should be elevated 5 feet or higher off
the ground and remain in an unobstructed line of sight of each other.
For the best results, add individual receivers using Manual mode to ensure you
can select the same channel for the additional products.
DIP Switch
Chart
Location
Configuration
Notes
Transmit D-Fi™ mode requires the following:
•The D-Fi™ Stream 6 is connected to a lighting controller via a DMX cable.
•The lights are D-Fi™-compatible and configured for the same channel as the D-Fi™
Stream 6.
•There are no obstructions between the D-Fi™ Stream 6 and the lights.
Receive D-Fi™ mode requires the following:
•The D-Fi™ Stream 6 is connected to the lights via a DMX cable.
•The lighting controller is D-Fi™-compatible and configured for the same channel as
the D-Fi™ Stream 6.
•There are no obstructions between the D-Fi™ Stream 6 and the lighting controller.
Set the D-Fi™
Channel
Auto-Sync Or Manual
Channel Selection
Receive Or
Transmit D-Fi™
Top View

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DIP Switch
Settings
•DIP switches 1–4 set the D-Fi™ channel.
•DIP switch 5 toggles between Auto-Sync and Manual Channel Selection modes.
•Dip switch 6 toggles between Transmit D-Fi™ and Receive D-Fi™ modes.
•When the D-Fi™ Stream 6 is set to Auto-Sync mode (DIP switch 5 in the OFF
position), the channel settings become inactive.
Information about using D-
Fi™ lights and controllers is in the product manuals at the
Chauvet website http://www.chauvetlighting.com/product-manuals-literature/.
Information about DMX is in the CHAUVET® DMX Primer at
http://www.chauvetlighting.com/downloads/DMX_Primer_rev05_WO.pdf.
When using the Transmit D-Fi™ mode or the Receive D-
Fi™ mode, manually
select a channel or set to Auto-Sync mode.
Set D-Fi™Channel
Auto-Sync
Or Manual
Transmit
Or Receive
Auto-Sync mode can be
used in conjunction
with the Transmit
or Receive mode

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5.TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Technical Specifications
Dimensions and
Weight
Length
Width
Height
Weight
19 in (483 mm)
5.3 in (134 mm)
1.6 in (46 mm)
5.8 lb (2.6 kg)
Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit.
Rackmount Size
1U
Power
Power Supply Type
Range
Voltage Selection
Switching (Internal)
100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Auto-ranging
Parameter
120 V, 60 Hz
240 V, 50 Hz
Consumption
4 W
9 W
Operating current
0.04 A 0.05 A
Fuse
1 A, 250 V 1 A, 250 V
Wireless
RF Output
Refresh Rate
Frequency Range
RP-SMA Antenna Connection
max range 600 ft (183 m)
40 Hz/s 2.433 to 2.481 GHz
Thermal
Maximum External Temp.
Cooling System
104 °F (40 °C)
Convection
DMX
I/O Connectors
Connector Type
3-Pin XLR
Socket
Ordering
Product Name
Item Code
UPC Number
D-Fi™ Stream 6
09080843
781462211912

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To return a product or request support:
•If you live in the U.S., contact Chauvet World Headquarters (see Contact Us).
•If you live in the UK or Ireland, contact Chauvet Europe Ltd.(see Contact Us).
•If you live in Mexico, contact Chauvet Mexico (see Contact Us).
•If you live in any other country, DO NOT contact Chauvet. Instead, contact your
distributor of record. Refer to our Web site for contact details of distributors outside
the US, United Kingdom, or Ireland.
If you live outside the U.S.
, United Kingdom, or Ireland, contact your distributor of
record and follow their instructions on how to return Chauvet product
s to them.
Visit our Web site for contact details.
Returns
Call the corresponding Chauvet
Tech Support office and request a Return Merchandise
Authorization (RMA) number before shipping the product
. Be prepared to provide the
model number, serial number, and a brief description of the cause for the return.
You must send the merchandise prepaid
, in its original box, and with its original packing
and accessories. Chauvet will not issue call tags.
Clearly label the package with the RMA number. Chauvet will refuse any product
returned without an RMA number.
DO NOT write the RMA number
directly on the box. Instead, write it on a properly
affixed label.
Before sending the product, clearly write
the following information on a piece of paper
and place it inside the box:
•Your name
•Your address
•Your phone number
•RMA number
•A brief description of the problem
Be sure to pack the product
properly. Any shipping damage resulting from inadequate
packaging will be your responsibility. FedEx packing or double-
boxing are
recommended.
Chauvet
reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace returned
product(s).

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CONTACT US
WORLD HEADQUARTERS - Chauvet
General Information
Address: 5200 NW 108th Avenue
Sunrise, FL 33351
Voice: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Toll free: [phone]
Technical Support
Voice: [phone] (Press 4)
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
World Wide Web www.chauvetlighting.com
UNITED KINGDOM AND IRELAND - Chauvet Europe Ltd.
General Information
Address: Unit 1C
Brookhill Road Industrial Estate
Pinxton, Nottingham, UK
NG16 6NT
Voice: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Technical Support
Email: [e-mail]
World Wide Web www.chauvetlighting.co.uk
MEXICO - Chauvet Mexico
General Information
Address: Av. Santa Ana 30
Parque Industrial Lerma
Lerma, Mexico C.P. 52000
Voice: [phone]
Technical Support
Email: [e-mail]
World Wide Web www.chauvet.com.mx
Outside the U.S., United Kingdom, Ireland, or Mexico, contact the dealer of record and follow their instructions to
request support or to return a product. Visit the Chauvet website for contact information.
D-Fi™ Stream 6 QRG Rev. 1 ML
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All rights reserved.
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