Chauvet D-Fi 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
Control Panel Operation........................................................................................................................8
Menu Map..............................................................................................................................................8
Configuration .........................................................................................................................................8
Programming and Signal Selection.......................................................................................................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™ Hub
•Power Supply •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 12/12/2014 A. Leon 01/16/15

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Product at a
Glance
Use on Dimmer
x
Auto Programs
x
Outdoor Use
x
9 VDC, 500 mA
(100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz)
P
Sound-Activated
x
Replaceable Fuse
x
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
Right View
Left View
DMX Out
DMX In
Antenna Storage
Display and Control
Buttons
Antenna
DC Power In

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Product Dimensions
2 in
50 mm
1.6 in
41 mm
3.3 in
84 mm
4 in
102 mm
3.2 in
82 mm
(Mounting Holes)

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3.SETUP
AC Power This product has an auto-ranging external
power supply and it can work with an input
voltage of 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. It runs on 9 VDC, 500 mA.
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™ Hub
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 4 teardrop holes located on the back for easy wall mounting.
Mounting Diagram
Mounting Holes
Safety
Hook and
Loop
fastener

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4.OPERATION
Control Panel
Operation
To access the control panel functions, use the four buttons located around the display.
Please refer to the Product Overview to see the buttons location on the control panel.
Button Function
<MENU> Press to find an operation mode or to back out of the current menu
option
<UP> Press to scroll up the list of options or to find a higher value
<DOWN> Press to scroll down the list of options or to find a lower value
<ENTER>
Press to activate a menu option or a selected value
<AUTO> Detects the D-Fi™ signal for synchronization of products
Menu Map Main Function Programming Steps Description
Settings
Receive
Mode CH01-016 Allows selection of a specific D-Fi™
channel for receiving signal
Transmit
Mode CH01-016 Allows selection of a specific D-Fi™
channel for transmitting signal
Receive Auto Triggers the D-Fi™ Hub to auto-select a
channel for receiving signal
Transmit Auto Triggers the D-Fi™ Hub to auto-select a
channel for transmitting signal
You can sync an unlimited amount of Receivers to one Transmitter.
To ensure strong 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.
Configuration The D-Fi™ Hub can be used two ways:
•It can be connected to any DMX controller and transmit to D-Fi™-compatible lights.
•It can be connected to any DMX lights and receive from a D-Fi™-compatible
controller.
To set this product in DMX mode:
1. Connect this product to a suitable power outlet.
2. Connect a DMX cable from the DMX output of the DMX controller to the DMX input
socket of this product.

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Programming
and Signal
Selection
To connect the D-Fi™ Hub to a DMX controller and configure it to transmit to
D-Fi™-compatible lights, do the following:
1. Connect the hub to the controller using a DMX cable.
2. Connect the hub to power.
If the display shows Transmit Manual <CHXX>, where XX is a value between 01 and
16, the hub is already configured for manual transmission.
3. Press <MENU> and the display shows Settings with 2 words underneath.
4. Press <ENTER> and the 2 words become highlighted.
5. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to cycle through the highlighted options until the display
shows Transmit Manual.
Note: Selecting Transmit Auto automatically detects a transmission signal
when used in conjunction with <AUTO SYNC>.
6. Press <ENTER> and the display shows Transmit Manual with <CHXX>
highlighted, where XX is a value between 01 and 16.
7. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to cycle through the highlighted channel options and select
the channel to use for D-Fi™ transmission.
8. Press <ENTER> and the display shows Transmit Manual <CHXX>, where XX is
the channel selected in step 8.
The hub is now configured for manual signal transmission.
NOTE: All the lights must be set to the D-Fi™ channel shown on the hub’s
display.
To connect the D-Fi™ Hub to any DMX lights and configure it to receive D-Fi™ signals
from a D-Fi™-compatible hub, do the following:
1. Connect the hub to the lights using a DMX cable.
2. Connect the hub to power.
If the display shows Receive Manual <CHXX>, where XX
is a value between 01 and 16,
the hub is already configured for manual reception.
3. Press <MENU> and the display shows Settings with 2 words underneath
4. Press <ENTER> and the 2 words become highlighted.
5. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to cycle through the highlighted options until the display
shows Receive Manual.
Note: Selecting Receive Auto automatically detects a receiving signal when
used in conjunction with <AUTO SYNC>.
6. Press <ENTER> and the display shows Receive Manual with <CHXX> highlighted,
where XX is a value between 01 and 16.
7. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to cycle through the highlighted channel options and select
the channel to use for D-Fi™ reception.
8. Press <ENTER> and the display shows Receive Manual <CHXX>, where XX is the
channel number selected in step 8.
The hub is now configured for manual signal reception.
NOTE: The controller must be set to the D-Fi™ channel shown on the hub’s
display.
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.

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5.TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Technical Specifications
Dimensions and
Weight
Length
Width
Height
Weight
4 in (102 mm)
3.2 in (82 mm)
1.6 in (41 mm)
1.2 lb (0.6 kg)
Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit.
Power
Power Supply Type
Range
Input Voltage
External
100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
9 VDC, 500 mA
Wireless
RF Output
Refresh Rate
Frequency Range
18.5 dbm
max range 656 ft (200 m)
40 Hz/s 2.412 to 2.484 GHz
Thermal
Maximum External Temp.
Cooling System
104 °F (40 °C)
Convection
DMX
I/O Connectors
Connector Type
3-XLR
Socket
Ordering
Product Name
Item Code
UPC Number
D-Fi™ Hub
03080816
781462211646

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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.