Chauvet DMF-10 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
Icons ............................................................................................................. 3
Document Information ................................................................................... 3
Product at a Glance ....................................................................................... 4
Safety Notes ................................................................................................. 4
2. Introduction.........................................................................................5
Product Overview .......................................................................................... 5
Product Dimensions ...................................................................................... 6
3. Setup ...................................................................................................7
AC Power ...................................................................................................... 7
Fuse Replacement.................................................................................................7
Power Linking........................................................................................................8
Mounting ....................................................................................................... 9
Orientation.............................................................................................................9
Rigging..................................................................................................................9
4. Operation ..........................................................................................10
Control Panel Operation .............................................................................. 10
Menu Map ................................................................................................... 10
Configuration (DMX) .................................................................................... 11
Starting Address ..................................................................................................11
DMX Channel Assignments and Values....................................................... 11
6-CH....................................................................................................................11
Configuration (Standalone) .......................................................................... 12
Sound Active Mode..............................................................................................12
Automatic Mode...................................................................................................12
Master/Slave Mode..............................................................................................12
5. Technical Information ......................................................................13
Fixture Maintenance .................................................................................... 13
General Troubleshooting ............................................................................. 14
Contact Procedure ...................................................................................... 15
CHAUVET® Contact Information ................................................................. 15
Returning Products to CHAUVET® .............................................................. 15
DMX Primer ................................................................................................ 16
Starting Address ..................................................................................................16
Fixture Linking (Daisy Chain)................................................................................16
DMX Cabling .......................................................................................................17
DMX Connectors..................................................................................................17
6. Technical Specifications ..................................................................18

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1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What is
Included
 1 x DMF-10
 1 x Power Cord
 1 x Warranty Card
 1 x User Manual
Unpacking
Instructions
Immediately upon receiving this product, carefully unpack it and check the container in
which you received it. Make sure that you have received all the parts indicated above
and that they are all in good condition.
Claims
If the material inside the container (this product and any other accessory included with it)
appears damaged from shipping, or if the container shows signs of mishandling, notify
the carrier immediately, not CHAUVET®, upon reception of the damaged merchandise.
Failure to do so in a timely manner may invalidate your claim with the carrier. In addition,
retain the container and all the packing material for inspection.
For other issues such as missing components or parts, damage not related to shipping,
or concealed damage, you should make claims to CHAUVET® within seven (7) days of
receiving the merchandise.
Text
Conventions
Convention
Meaning
1~512
A range of values
50/60
A set of values of which only one can be chosen
Claims
A section or chapter in this document
Settings
A menu option not to be modified (for example, showing the
operating mode/current status)
Menu > Settings
A sequence of menu options to be followed
<ENTER>
A key to be pressed on the fixture’s control panel
ON
A value to be entered or selected
Icons
Icon
Meaning
This paragraph contains critical installation, configuration, or
operation information. Failure to comply with this information may
render the fixture partially or completely inoperative, cause
damage to the fixture, or cause harm to the user.
This paragraph contains important installation or configuration
information. Failure to comply with this information may prevent
the fixture from functioning correctly.
This paragraph reminds you of useful, although not critical,
information.
Document
Information
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 2011 CHAUVET®. All rights reserved
Printed in P.R.C.
Electronically published by CHAUVET® in the United States of America
Author
Editor
Manager
PD Manager
A. Diaz
O. Desmonteix
A. Reiss
F. Sellers

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Product at a
Glance
Use on Dimmer

Auto Programs

Outdoor Use

Auto-ranging Power Supply

Sound Activated

Replaceable Fuse

DMX

User Serviceable

Master/Slave

Duty Cycle

Safety Notes
Please read the following notes carefully before starting to work 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.
 Always disconnect this product from the power source before cleaning it or replacing
the fuse.
 Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the fixture is on.
 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.
 Do not touch this product’s housing when operating because it may be very hot.
 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 fixture.
 This product is for indoor use only! (IP20) To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not
expose this fixture to rain or moisture.
 Always install this product in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 in (50
cm) from adjacent surfaces.
 Be sure that no ventilation slots on the unit’s housing are blocked.
 Never connect this product to a dimmer pack.
 Make sure to replace the fuse with another of the same type and rating.
 Never carry this product from the power cord or any moving part. Always use the
hanging/mounting bracket or the handles.
 The maximum ambient temperature (Ta) 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.
 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
Power Out
Safety
Microphone
DMX Out
DMX In
Power In
Microphone
Sensitivity Knob
Fuse Holder
LED Screen

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Product Dimensions

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3. SETUP
AC Power
This product has an auto-ranging power supply and it can work with an input voltage
range of 100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
To determine the power requirements for this product (circuit breaker, 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.
Fuse
Replacement
This fixture uses an F 2 A, 250 V fuse. Follow the instructions below to change it in case
it blows.
Disconnect this product from the power outlet before replacing the fuse.
1) Wedge the tip of a flat head screwdriver into the slot of the fuse holder and pry it out
of its housing.
2) Remove the blown fuse from its holder and replace it with a fuse of the exact same
type and rating.
3) Insert the fuse holder back into its place, and reconnect power.
Although the safety cap does have room for a spare fuse, this product ships with
no spare fuse.
Always replace a blown fuse with a good fuse of the same type and rating.
Installed fuse
(held by plastic clip)
Safety cap

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Power Linking
This fixture provides power linking via the IEC outlet located in the back of the unit.
Please see the diagram below for further explanation.
Power Linking Diagram
You can power link up to 24 DMF-10 units on 120 VAC or up to 44 DMF-10 units on
230 VAC.
The power linking diagram shown above corresponds to the North American
version of this product ONLY! If using this product in other markets, you must
consult with the local CHAUVET® distributor as power linking connectors and
requirements may differ in your country or region.
1st Fixture
2nd Fixture
3rd Fixture
Other fixtures

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Mounting
Before mounting this product, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in
the Safety Notes section (page 2 of this manual).
Orientation
The DMF-10 may be mounted in any position, provided there is adequate room for
ventilation around it.
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. Please see the Technical Specifications section of this manual for weight
information.
When mounting this product overhead, always use a safety cable. Mount the fixture
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 bracket has a 13 mm hole, which is appropriate for this purpose.
When power linking multiple fixtures, you must always consider the length of the power
linking cable and mount the fixtures close enough for the cable to reach them.
The bracket adjustment knobs allow for directional adjustment when aiming the
fixture/product to the desired angle. Only loosen or tighten the bracket knobs using your
bare hands. Using tools could damage the knobs.
Mounting Diagram
Hanging Bracket
Bracket
Adjustment Knob

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4. OPERATION
Control Panel
Operation
To access the control panel functions, use the four buttons located underneath the
display. Please refer to the Product Overview (page 5) 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
Menu Map
Mode
Programming Steps
Description
DMX Mode
D001~512
512
Selects the DMX starting address.
Automatic
Mode
AUTO
Selects Automatic Mode.
Sound Active
Mode
sUd
Selects Sound Active Mode.

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Configuration
(DMX)
Set this product in DMX mode to control it with a DMX controller.
1) Connect this product to a suitable power outlet.
2) Turn this product on.
3) Connect a DMX cable from the DMX output of the DMX controller to the DMX input
socket of this product.
Starting Address
When selecting a starting DMX address, always consider the number of DMX channels
the selected DMX mode uses. If you choose a starting address that is too high, you
could restrict the access to some of the fixture’s channels.
The DMF-10 uses up to 6 DMX channels in DMX mode, which defines the highest
configurable address to 507.
If you are not familiar with the DMX protocol, you may refer to the DMX Primer section in
the Technical Information chapter.
To select the starting address, do the following:
1) Press <MENU> repeatedly until 512 shows on the display.
2) Press <ENTER>.
3) Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the starting address.
4) Press <ENTER>.
DMX Channel Assignments and Values
6-CH
Channel
Function
Value
Setting
1
Red
000  255
Red (0-100%)
2
Green
000  255
Green (0-100%)
3
Blue
000  255
Blue (0-100%)
4
White
000  255
White (0-100%)
5
Strobe
000  009
010  255
No function
Strobe effect with increasing speed
6
Light Rotation/
Auto Programs
000  010
011  100
101  249
250  255
Static light
Rotating light
Auto programs
Sound active mode

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Configuration
(Standalone)
Set this product in one of the standalone modes to control it without a DMX controller.
1) Connect this product to a suitable power outlet.
2) Turn this product on.
Never connect a fixture that is operating in any standalone mode, whether Static,
Automatic, or Sound to a DMX string connected to a DMX controller. This is
because fixtures in standalone mode may transmit DMX signals that could
interfere with the DMX signals from the controller.
Sound Active
Mode
To enable the Sound Active mode, do the following:
1) Press <MENU> repeatedly until sUd shows on the display.
2) Press <ENTER>.
3) Turn the music on and adjust the microphone sensitivity knob until the fixture starts
reacting to the beat of the music.
4) Press <ENTER>.
The fixture will only respond to the low frequencies of the music (bass and
drums).
Automatic Mode
To enable the Automatic Mode, follow the instructions below:
1) Press <MENU> repeatedly until AUTO shows on the display.
2) Press <ENTER>.
Master/Slave
Mode
This mode allows a single DMF-10 unit (the “master”) to control the actions of one or
more DMF-10 units (the “slaves”) without the need of a DMX controller. The master unit
will be set to operate in either Automatic or Sound Active mode, while the slave units will
be set to operate in Slave Mode. Once set and connected, the slave units will operate in
unison with the master unit.
Configure the units as indicated below.
Slave units:
1) Press <MENU> repeatedly until 512 shows on the display.
2) Press <ENTER> to accept.
3) Set the DMX address to “001”, as previously explained.
5) Connect the DMX input of the first slave unit to the DMX output of the master unit.
6) Connect the DMX input of the subsequent slave units to the DMX output of the
previous slave unit.
7) Finish setting and connecting all the slave units.
Master unit:
1) Set the master unit to operate in either Automatic or Sound mode, as previously
indicated.
2) Make the master unit the first unit in the DMX daisy chain.
 Configure all the slave units before connecting the master unit to the DMX
daisy chain.
 Never connect a DMX controller to a DMX string configured for Master/Slave
operation because it may interfere with the signals from the master unit.
 Do not connect more than 31 slave units to the master unit.

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5. TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Fixture
Maintenance
Dust build up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating. This can
lead to reduction of the light source’s life and/or mechanical wear. To maintain optimum
performance and minimize wear, you should clean your lighting fixtures at least twice a
month. However, be aware that usage and environmental conditions could be
contributing factors to increase the cleaning frequency.
To clean this fixture, follow the instructions below:
 Unplug the fixture from power.
 Wait until the fixture is cold.
 Use a vacuum (or dry compressed air) and a soft brush to remove dust collected on
the external surface/vents.
 Clean the lens with a mild soap solution, ammonia-free glass cleaner, or isopropyl
alcohol.
 Apply the solution directly to a soft, lint free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning tissue.
 Softly drag any dirt or grime to the outside of the lens.
 Gently polish the lens until it is free of haze and lint.
Always dry the lens carefully after cleaning it.

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General Troubleshooting
Symptom
Possible Cause
Possible Action
Circuit breaker
or fuse keeps
blowing
 Excessive load on the circuit
 Make sure that the total load
does not exceed 80% of the
breaker or fuse nominal
current
 Short circuit along the
power lines
 Check the power lines and
power cords
Product does
not power up
 No energy on power outlet
 Check power outlet
 Change to another outlet
 Loose or damaged power
cord
 Check the power cord
 Blown fuse
 Replace blown fuse with a
good one of the same type
and rating
 Internal problem
 Send product for repair
Fixture does not
respond to DMX
 Wrong starting address on
the fixture
 Set the correct starting
address on the fixture
 Use the right fader(s) on the
controller
 Wrong DMX personality on
the fixture
 Set the correct DMX
fixture’s personality
 Assign the faders
accordingly
 Wrong polarity setting on
the DMX controller
 Change the signal polarity
on the controller
 Loose or damaged DMX
cable
 Check the DMX cable
before the faulty unit
 Internal problem
 Send product for repair
Intermittent DMX
Problems
 Signal cables are not DMX
compatible
 Replace non DMX cables
with true DMX cables
 Interference with AC or
radio signals
 Keep DMX cables away
from AC wires or radio
equipment
 DMX cable too long
 Install an optically coupled
DMX amplifier right before
the fixture with intermittent
problems
 Too many fixtures
connected
 Install an optically coupled
DMX amplifier after unit #32
 Terminator not connected
 Install a terminator, as
indicated in the DMX Primer
section.
If you still experience problems after trying the above solutions, contact
CHAUVET® Technical Support.

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Contact
Procedure
In case you need to return a product or request support, follow the procedure below:
 If you live in the US, contact CHAUVET® World Headquarters (see below).
 If you live in the UK or Ireland, contact CHAUVET® Europe Ltd.(see below).
 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.
CHAUVET®
Contact
Information
World Headquarters
CHAUVET®
General Information
Address: 5200 NW 108th Avenue
Sunrise, FL 33351
Voice: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Toll free: [phone]
United Kingdom & Ireland
CHAUVET® Europe Ltd.
General Information
Address: Unit 1C
Brookhill Road Industrial Estate
Pinxton, Nottingham, UK
NG16 6NT
Voice: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Technical Support
Voice: [phone] (Press 4)
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Technical Support
Email: [e-mail]
World Wide Web
www.chauvetlighting.com
World Wide Web
www.chauvetlighting.co.uk
If you live outside the US, United Kingdom, or Ireland, contact your distributor of
record and follow their instructions on how to return CHAUVET® products to
them. Visit our Web site for contact details.
Returning
Products to
CHAUVET®
Call the corresponding CHAUVET® Tech Support office and request a Return
Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number before shipping the fixture. 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
 The RMA number
 A brief description of the problem
Be sure to pack the fixture properly. Any shipping damage resulting from inadequate
packaging will be your responsibility. As a suggestion, proper UPS packing or double-
boxing is always a safe method to use.
CHAUVET® reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace
returned product(s).

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DMX Primer
The USITT DMX512-A data transmission protocol (DMX, from now on) is based on the
EIA-485 standard and it has 512 channels (001 to 512). This system requires a
controller (DMX controller), one or more DMX compatible fixtures, and a DMX circuit
(also known as “DMX universe”) to link the fixtures to the controller.
Depending on their complexity and features, DMX compatible fixtures may require from
one to more than 30 DMX channels to operate. Some DMX fixtures have multiple
operation modes (also known as “personalities”), each with its own number of channels
and controllable parameters.
Starting Address
In the DMX system, the controller sends DMX data to each fixture based on the
fixture’s starting address. The starting address is the number of the DMX channel (001
to 512) assigned to the fixture’s first control channel (Channel 1). When assigning
starting addresses to multiple fixtures, it is critical to ensure that no starting address is
already in use by another fixture to prevent channels from overlapping. Otherwise, the
affected fixtures may operate erratically.
For instance, a user has two DMX compatible fixtures. Fixture “A” has four channels
and fixture “B” has six channels. If the user configures the starting address of fixture “A”
to “001”, channels 001 through 004 on the DMX controller will control fixture “A”. This
means that the user should assign the starting address of fixture “B” to “005” or higher.
For a starting address of “005”, the DMX controller would use channels 005 to 010 to
control fixture “B”.
It is possible to control multiple fixtures of the same type by assigning each one of them
the same starting address. In this case, all the fixtures would respond in unison
(synchronized) to the signals from the DMX controller.
Fixture Linking
(Daisy Chain)
DMX compatible fixtures receive the control signals
from the DMX controller through the DMX cables.
Each fixture has a DMX In and a DMX Out
connector. The figure to the right illustrates how the
fixtures link to each other using multiple segments of
DMX cable in a sequential format called “daisy
chain”.
The order in which the fixtures connect to the DMX
controller is irrelevant because all fixtures receive the
same DMX signals and they only respond to them
based on their individual starting addresses.
However, it is important to notice that the
connections between fixtures should always be as
short and direct as possible.
To ensure the integrity of the DMX signal, follow the
recommendations of the EIA-485 standard:
 The maximum recommended cable length is 500 m (1,640 feet).
 The maximum recommended number of fixtures on the same daisy chain is 32.
Connecting more than 32 fixtures on one daisy chain without the use of a DMX
optically-isolated splitter may result in deterioration of the digital DMX signal.
DMX
Controller
1st DMX
Fixture
2nd DMX
Fixture
To other
fixtures

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DMX Cabling
The DMX protocol requires using special data cables to accommodate for the high
speed digital signals it uses. Despite their apparent similarities, data cables are
electrically different from standard microphone cables because they can carry high
frequency digital signals and have better protection against electromagnetic
interference. You can purchase CHAUVET® certified DMX cables directly from a
dealer/distributor or make your own DMX cable.
If you choose to make your own DMX cable, you must use a data-grade cable such as
the Belden 9841, which has the following electrical characteristics:
Type:
shielded, 2-conductor twisted pair
Maximum capacitance between conductors:
30 pF/ft
Maximum capacitance between conductor and shield:
55 pF/ft
Maximum resistance:
20 ohms/1000 ft
Nominal impedance:
100~140 ohms
DMX Connectors
Each DMX cable must have a male XLR connector on one end and a female XLR
connector on the other end. The DMX protocol indicates that the XLR connectors must
have five pins. However, most lighting fixtures use the 3-pin XLR connector. The pin
assignment of the 3-pin and 5-pin XLR connectors in a DMX cable is as follows:
Male Plug
Female Plug
Signal
3-Pin
5-Pin
5-Pin
3-Pin
Signal
Common
1
1
1
1
Common
Data -
2
2
2
2
Data -
Data +
3
3
3
3
Data +
Not used
4
4
Not used
Not used
5
5
Not used
You can use the above table to create a 3-pin/3-pin cable, a 5-pin/5-pin cable, or a 3-
pin to 5-pin adapter.
The DMX daisy chain uses a terminator to reduce signal transmission problems,
especially with long cables. The terminator consists of either a 3-pin or 5-pin XLR male
plug with a 120 Ω, ¼ W resistor connected to the wire side of pins 2 and 3, as shown
below.
The terminator plug connects to the DMX Out socket of the last DMX fixture in the
daisy chain.
Do not allow the common wire of the DMX cable to touch the fixture’s chassis
ground. This could cause a ground loop, which may affect your fixtures’
performance. Test all DMX cables with an ohmmeter to verify the correct polarity
of the wires, and to make sure that they are not touching the shield or each
other.

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6. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions and
Weight
Length
Width
Height
Weight
8.7 in (221 mm)
9.4 in (240 mm)
7 in (181 mm)
4.3 lbs (2 kg)
Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit.
Power
Power Supply Type
Range
Voltage Selection
Switching (internal)
100~240 V, 50/60 Hz
Auto-ranging
Parameter
120 V, 60 Hz
230 V, 50 Hz
Consumption
24 W
22 W
Operating current
0.3 A
0.2 A
Power linking current (units)
8 A (24 units)
8 A (44 units)
Fuse
F 2 A, 250 V
F 2 A, 250 V
Power I/O
US/Worldwide
UK/Europe
Power input connector
IEC
IEC
Power output connector
Edison
IEC
Power Cord plug
Edison (US)
Local plug
Light Source
Type
Power
Lifespan
1 quad color LED
27 W
50,000 hours
Color
Quantity
Current
Red
1
2.2 A
Green
1
2.1 A
Blue
1
2.2 A
White
1
1.2 A
Photo Optic
Parameter
Value
Coverage angle
33º
Thermal
Maximum External Temp.
Cooling System
104° F (40° C)
Fan cooled
DMX
I/O Connectors
Connector Type
Channel Range
3-pin XLR
Sockets
6
Ordering
Product Name
Item Code
Item Number
DMF-10
03050398
DMF-10