Chauvet Freedom Par 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 (Freedom™ Par)...............................................................5
Product Overview (Freedom™ Strip Mini)......................................................6
Product Dimensions (Freedom™ Par)...........................................................7
Product Dimensions (Freedom™ Strip Mini)..................................................8
3. Setup...................................................................................................9
AC Power......................................................................................................9
Charging The Battery.............................................................................................9
Battery Life Indicator..............................................................................................9
Battery Maintenance..............................................................................................9
Fuse Replacement...............................................................................................10
Power Linking......................................................................................................11
Mounting.....................................................................................................12
Orientation...........................................................................................................12
Rigging................................................................................................................12
4. Operation ..........................................................................................13
Control Panel Operation..............................................................................13
Menu Map...................................................................................................13
Configuration (DMX)....................................................................................14
Starting Address ..................................................................................................14
DMX Personalities................................................................................................14
DMX Channel Assignments and Values.......................................................15
4-CH....................................................................................................................15
3-CH....................................................................................................................15
Configuration (Standalone)..........................................................................16
Automatic Mode...................................................................................................16
Auto Programs.....................................................................................................17
IRC (Infrared Remote Control)..............................................................................17
D-Fi™ 2.4 Ghz (DMX Mode Auto Sync)...............................................................19
D-Fi™ 2.4 Ghz (DMX Mode Manual Sync)............................................................20
D-Fi™ 2.4 Ghz (IR/Standalone Mode Auto Sync)..................................................21
D-Fi™ 2.4 Ghz (IR/Standalone Mode Manual Sync)..............................................22
Master/Slave Mode..............................................................................................23
Master/Slave Runway Effect.................................................................................24
5. Technical Information ......................................................................25
Product Maintenance ..................................................................................25
Contact Us..................................................................................................26
Returns.......................................................................................................26
6. Technical Specifications..................................................................27

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1.BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What Is
Included
•Freedom™ Par
or
•Freedom™ Strip Mini
•Power Cord
•Warranty Card
•User Manual
Unpacking
Instructions
Immediately upon receipt, carefully unpack the product
and check the container to make
sure you have received all the parts indicated above in good condition.
Claims
If the box or the contents (the product and
included accessories) appear damaged from
shipping, or show signs of mishandling, upon receipt notify the carrier immediately, not
CHAUVET®.
Failure to do so in a timely manner may invalidate your claim with the
carrier. In addition, keep 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, file a claim with 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
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
Icons
Icon Meaning
This paragraph contains critical installation, configuration, or
operation information. Failure to comply with this information may
render the product partially or completely inoperative, cause
damage to the product, or cause harm to the user.
This paragraph contains important installation or configuration
information. Failure to comply with this information may prevent
the product from functioning correctly.
Useful 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 2012 CHAUVET®. All rights reserved.
Electronically published by CHAUVET® in the United States of America.
Printed in the P.R.C.
Author Date Editor Date
A. Diaz 4/13/12 S. Graham 4/13/12

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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 Safety Notes carefully before working with the product. The
notes include important safety information about installation, usage, and maintenance.
•Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
•Always disconnect the product from the power source before cleaning or replacing
the fuse.
•Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on.
•Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.
•Never disconnect the product from power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.
•If mounting the product overhead, always secure to a fastening device using a
safety cable.
•Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the product when operating.
•Do not touch the 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 the
product is within the range stated on the decal or rear panel of the product.
•The product is for indoor use only! (IP20) To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not
expose the product to rain or moisture.
•Always install the product in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 in (50
cm) from adjacent surfaces.
•Be sure that no ventilation slots on the product’s housing are blocked.
•Never connect the product to a dimmer.
•Make sure to replace the fuse with another of the same type and rating.
•Never carry the 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 the
product at higher temperatures.
•In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the product immediately.
•Never try to repair the 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 use. If you sell the product to another user, be
sure that they also receive this document.
The Freedom™ series products contain rechargeable batteries. These batteries
contain hazardous chemicals that cannot be discarded with household waste.
Contact your local waste management service for recycling information when
disposing of your product.

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2.INTRODUCTION
Product Overview (Freedom™ Par)
Power Out
Fuse Holder
Safety Eye Bolt
Master/Slave
Output
DMX In
Power In
DMX Out

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Product Overview (Freedom™ Strip Mini)
Antenna
Safety Hook
Fuse Holder
Power In
On/Off Switch
Battery Life Indicator
D-Fi™ Auto Search
Microphone
Power Out
DMX In
DMX Out
Master/Slave Output
LED Display

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Product Dimensions (Freedom™ Par)

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Product Dimensions (Freedom™ Strip Mini)

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3.SETUP
AC Power
The Freedom™ series has an auto-ranging power supply that works
with an input
voltage range of 100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
To determine the power requirements (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 the product to a protected circuit
(circuit breaker or fuse). Make
sure the product has
an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of
electrocution or fire.
Never connect the product to
a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even
if the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0% to 100% switch.
Charging The
Battery
The Freedom™ series comes with a non-replaceable lithium-ion battery for cable-free
operation.
To charge the Freedom™ series battery, simply plug in the power cord at any time
before, during, or after operation.
To charge the battery before or after operation with all
the LEDs off, leave the power switch in the Off position.
Battery Life
Indicator
The
battery life indicator located on the product displays the remaining amount of
internal battery life. Use the chart below to find out how much battery life remains per
charge cycle. The light to the far right flashes during charging.
Battery
Maintenance
The Freedom™ series should be charged 24 hours prior to initial use for optimal
battery usage.
To keep the battery in optimal operating condition, store the product in a cool, dry place
and charge at least once every 30 days when not in use.
Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures. If the product is exposed to extreme cold or
hot temperatures, warm up/cool down the product before use and before charging.
Run Time Table Maximum Run Time Recharge Time
8 hours 6 hours

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Disconnect the product from the power outlet before replacing the fuse.
Fuse
Replacement
1. Wedge the tip of a flat-head screwdriver into the slot of the fuse holder.
2. Pry the fuse holder out of the housing.
3. Remove the blown fuse from the holder and replace with a fuse of the exact same
type and rating.
4. Insert the fuse holder back in place and reconnect power.
The product does not ship with a spare fuse; however, the safety cap has room
for a spare.
Always replace a blown fuse with a fuse of the same type and rating.
Installed fuse
(held by plastic clip)
Spare fuse holder
(inside safety cap)
Safety cap

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Power Linking
The product 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 twelve (12) Freedom™ Par unit
s on 120 VAC or up to
twenty-two (22) Freedom™ series units on 230 VAC.
You can power link up to seventeen (17) Freedom™ Strip Mini units on 120 VAC or
up to thirty-two (32) Freedom™ series units on 230 VAC.
The power linking diagram shown above corresponds to the North American
version of the product ONLY! If using the product
in other markets, you must
consult with the local CHAUVET® distributor because
power linking connectors
and requirements may differ in your country or region.
•
1st Product
2nd Product
3rd Product
Other products

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Mounting
Before mounting the product
, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in
the Safety Notes.
Orientation
The Freedom™ series
may be mounted in any position; however, make sure adequate
ventilation is provided around the product.
Rigging
•Before deciding on a location for the product, always make sure there is easy
access to the product for maintenance and programming purposes.
•Make sure that the structure or surface onto which you are mounting the product
can support the product’s weight. Refer to the Technical Specifications section of
this manual for weight information.
•When mounting the product overhead, always use a safety cable.
Mount the
product securely to a rigging point, whether an elevated platform or a truss.
•When rigging the 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 products, you must always consider the length of the
power linking cable and mount the products close enough for the cable to reach.
•The bracket adjustment knobs allow for directional adjustment when aiming the
product to the desired angle. Only loosen or tighten the bracket knobs manually.
Using tools could damage the knobs.
•The tilt angle adjustment knob on the Freedom™ Par enables
fine adjustment of the
light angle. Loosen the adjustment knob to move the upper area of the Freedom™
Par to your desired angle.
•The double-bracket yoke on the Freedom™ Strip Mini also serves as a floor support
or allows for surface mounting. When mounting the product
on the floor, make sure
that the product and cables are away from people and vehicles.
Mounting Diagrams
Mounting Bracket
Bracket
Adjustment Knob
Bracket
Adjustment Knob
Mounting Bracket
Tilt Angle
Adjustment Knob

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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 button locations on the control panel.
Button
Function
<MODE>
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
SYS
SdAd
000–509
Set DMX address
d-CH 3 CH Turn on 3-channel DMX mode
4 CH Turn on 4-channel DMX mode
S-tr
tA.s t-AU Automatically select Transmit
frequency (for IR use)
t.CH t001-
t016 Manually select Transmit frequency
(for IR use)
dRA.S dR.AU Automatically select Receive
frequency (for DMX use)
dR.CH dr.01-
dr.16 Manually select Receive frequency (for DMX use)
dtA.S dt.AU
Automatically select Transmit
frequency (for DMX use)
dt.CH dt.01-
dt.16
Manually select Transmit frequency
(for DMX use)
d-SL SL.00–SL.32 Set sound sensitivity (DMX Mode)
SAAd Reset software
ACt
(extra levels
not available in
all programs)
A000–A023
F000–F100
Flash speed (slow to fast)
SL.00–SL.32
Sound sensitivity (Automatic Mode)
P000–P100 Run speed (slow to fast)
C000–C100
Dimmer (brightness increasing)
SLAv rA.S r-AU Automatically select Receive
frequency (for IR use)
r-st r001-r016 Manually select Receive frequency
(for IR use)
S-1r Infrared connection with Infrared
Remote Control (IRC) only

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Configuration
(DMX)
Set the product in DMX mode to control with a DMX controller.
1. Connect the product to a suitable power outlet.
2. Turn the product on.
3. Connect a DMX cable from the DMX output of the DMX controller to the DMX input
socket on the 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 product’s channels.
The Freedom™ series uses up to four (4) DMX channels in 4-channel DMX mode, which
defines the highest configurable address to 509.
If you are not familiar with the DMX protocol,
download the DMX Primer from
www.chauvetlighting.com.
To select the starting address, do the following:
1. Press <MODE> repeatedly until SYS, ACt, SLAv, or S-1r shows on the display.
2. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select SYS.
3. Press <ENTER>.
4. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select SdAd from the menu.
5. Press <ENTER>.
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the starting address.
7. Press <ENTER>.
DMX
Personalities
The Freedom™ series has two DMX personalities. One is a basic 3-channel personality,
and the other is a more advanced 4-channel personality.
To select either the Freedom™ series’ 3- or 4-channel personalities, use the following
steps:
1. Press <MODE> repeatedly until SYS, ACt, SLAv, or S-1r shows on the display.
2. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select SYS.
3. Press <ENTER>.
4. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select d-CH from the menu.
5. Press <ENTER>.
6. Use <UP> or <DOWN>to select either the basic 3-channel mode (3CH) or the
advanced 4-channel mode (4CH).
7. Press <ENTER>.

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DMX Channel Assignments and Values
4-CH
Channel Function Value CH.2 CH.3 CH.4
1
Blackout
000 009
Flash Speed
000 249
Sound Active
250 255
Red
010 019
Green
020

029
Blue
030 039
Red + Green
040 049
Red + Blue
050 059
Blue + Green
060 069
Red + Green + Blue
070 079
Color Change 1
080 089
Run Speed
Automatic
000 127
Sound-Active
128 255
Flash Speed
000 249
Sound-Active
250 255
Color Change 2
090 099
Quadrant Effect 1
100 109
Quadrant Effect 2
110 119
Quadrant Effect 3
120 129
Quadrant Effect 4
130 139
Quadrant Effect 5
140 149
Quadrant Effect 6
150 159
Quadrant Effect 7
160 169
Quadrant Effect 8
170 179
Color Change 3
180 189
Color Change 4
190 199
Color Change 5
200 209
RGB Mode 210 219
Red
(0~100%)
Green
(0~100%)
Blue
(0~100%)
Color Mode 220 229
Fade Speed
(0~100%)
Auto Run (sound
active only)
230 255
3-CH
Channel
Function
Value
Setting
1
Red
000 255
0~100%
2
Green
000 255
0~100%
3
Blue
000 255
0~100%

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Configuration
(Standalone)
Set the product in one of the standalone modes to control without a DMX controller.
1. Connect the product to a suitable power outlet.
2. Turn the product on.
Never connect a product that is operating in any standalone mode
to a DMX string
connected to a DMX controller. Product
s in standalone mode may transmit DMX
signals that could interfere with the DMX signals from the controller.
Automatic Mode
To enable the Automatic Mode, do the following:
1. Press <MODE> repeatedly until SYS, ACt, SLAv, or S-1r shows on the display.
2. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select ACt.
3. Press <ENTER>.
4. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to choose your desired program (A000–A023).
5. Press <ENTER>.
Certain programs will have additional functionality. To find these options, press
<ENTER> after selecting an auto program. Then press <UP> or <DOWN>. Not every
program will feature all the added functionality.
Function Description
F000–F100 Flash speed (slow to fast)
SL.00–SL.32 Sound sensitivity (Automatic Mode)
P000–P100 Run speed (slow to fast)
C000–C100 Dimmer (brightness increasing)

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Auto Programs
Program Function
A000 No function
A001 Red
A002 Green
A003 Blue
A004 Red + Green
A005 Red + Blue
A006 Blue + Green
A007 Red + Green + Blue
A008 Color Change 1
A009 Color Change 2
A010 Quadrant Effect 1
A011 Quadrant Effect 2
A012 Quadrant Effect 3
A013 Quadrant Effect 4
A014 Quadrant Effect 5
A015 Quadrant Effect 6
A016 Quadrant Effect 7
A017 Quadrant Effect 8
A018 Color Change 3
A019 Color Change 4
A020 Color Change 5
A021 RGB Full On
In this channel:
P – Red
F – Green
C – Blue
A022 Color Fade
A023 Sound-Active
IRC (Infrared
Remote Control)
The Freedom™ series is fully compatible with the IRC (Infrared Remote Control) from
CHAUVET ® (sold separately).
To set up the IRC to operate with the Freedom™ series, do the following:
1. Press <MODE> repeatedly until SYS, ACt, SLAv, or S-1r shows on the display.
2. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select S-1r.
3. Press <ENTER>.
4. Begin using the IRC.

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IRC (Infrared Remote Control) Operation
Note: Make sure to point the IRC directly at the receiver on the product.
Automatic Mode
Automatic Mode will enable you to run the automatic programs on the
product.
To turn on Automatic Mode:
1. Press AUTO on the IRC.
2. Press + or – to choose between the different auto programs.
To adjust the speed of the automatic program:
1. Press SPEED on the IRC.
2. Press %.
3. Press + or – to either increase or decrease the speed of the program.
Sound-Active Mode
Sound-Active mode will enable the product to respond to music.
To turn on Sound-Active mode:
1. Press SOUND on the IRC.
To adjust sound sensitivity in Sound-Active mode:
1. Press SENSITIVITY on the IRC.
2. Press %.
3. Press + or – to either increase or decrease sound sensitivity.
Manual Color Control
To choose a specific color with the IRC:
1. Press MANUAL on the IRC.
2. Press any number between 0-9 to choose your color.
To manually control the RGB percentage:
1. Press MANUAL on the IRC.
2. Press R, G, or B to choose your color.
3. Press + or – to increase or decrease the percentage of each color.
Miscellaneous Operation
To adjust the strobe rate of the program:
1. Press STROBE on the IRC.
2. Press + or – to increase or decrease the strobe rate.
3. Press STROBE again to turn off the strobe.
To change the switching effect of the program:
Press FADE/SNAP on the IRC.
Fade will slowly switch the effect. Snap will rapidly switch the effect.
To black out the lights:
Press BLACK OUT on the IRC.
This will turn off all the lights until the button is pressed again.
Note: The IRC will not respond to any inputs when black out is activated. If
the remote does not respond when a button is pressed, try pressing
BLACK OUT. You may have inadvertently activated BLACK OUT.

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D-Fi™ 2.4 Ghz
(DMX Mode
Auto Sync)
The Freedom™ series offers wireless control of two or more products with a single DMX
controller. To automatically set up the D-Fi™ syncing function for DMX functionality, do
the following:
For the transmitting product:
1. Press <MODE> repeatedly until SYS, ACt, SLAv, or S-1r shows on the display.
2. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select SYS.
3. Press <ENTER>.
4. Press <UP> or <DOWN> until S-tr appears on the display.
5. Press <ENTER>.
6. Press <UP> or <DOWN> until dtA.S appears on the display.
7. Press <ENTER>.
8. The display should show dt.AU.
For the receiving product(s):
1. Press <MODE> repeatedly until SYS, ACt, SLAv or S-1r shows on the display.
2. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select SYS.
3. Press <ENTER>.
4. Press <UP> or <DOWN> until S-tr appears on the display.
5. Press <ENTER>.
6. Press <UP> or <DOWN> until dRA.S appears on the display.
7. Press <ENTER>.
8. The display should show dR.AU.
Once the steps above are done, press and hold <AUTO> on just the transmitter and for
approximately 30 seconds. The display and signal LED will flash to indicate sync is
activated.
You can then back out to a general menu level and configure the transmitting product to
operate it with a DMX controller.
To configure your product to work with DMX, refer to the Starting Address section of the
Operation section of this manual.
To add additional Freedom™ products, turn the synced ones off and repeat the above
steps with unsynced products. Once all products are synced, turn them all back on.
Auto scan syncing must be done within a distance of about 32 ft (10 m).
If you are experiencing antenna issues or need to improve signal quality, extend the
antenna outward away from the product and keep the line of sight between products
unobstructed.
Ensure that all linked products are configured to the same DMX personality (either
3-channel or 4-channel).
Caution: D-Fi™ operation can be interrupted or inhibited by liquid masses
between the transmitter and receiver such as water, snow, or people. For best
results, please keep the antenna clear of any liquid mass.

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D-Fi™ 2.4 Ghz
(DMX Mode
Manual Sync)
The Freedom™ series offers wireless control of two or more products with a single DMX
controller. To manually set up the D-Fi™ syncing function for DMX functionality, do the
following:
For the transmitting product:
1. Press <MODE> repeatedly until SYS, ACt, SLAv, or S-1r shows on the display.
2. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select SYS.
3. Press <ENTER>.
4. Press <UP> or <DOWN> until S-tr appears on the display.
5. Press <ENTER>.
6. Press <UP> or <DOWN> until dt.CH appears on the display.
7. Press <ENTER>.
8. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the transmitting signal (dt.01-dt.16).
For the receiving product(s):
1. Press <MODE> repeatedly until SYS, ACt, SLAv, or S-1r shows on the display.
2. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select SYS.
3. Press <ENTER>.
4. Press <UP> or <DOWN> until S-tr appears on the display.
5. Press <ENTER>.
6. Press <UP> or <DOWN> until dR.CH appears on the display.
7. Press <ENTER>.
8. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to select the receiving signal (dr.01–dr.16). The channel
number should match the transmitting signal you chose in the prior steps.
Once the steps above are done, you can then back out to a more general menu level
and configure the transmitting product to operate it with a DMX controller.
To configure your product to work with DMX, refer to the Starting Address section of the
Operation section of this manual.
If you are experiencing antenna issues or need to improve signal quality, extend the
antenna outward away from the product and keep the line of sight between products
unobstructed.
Ensure that all linked products are configured to the same DMX personality (either
3-channel or 4-channel).
To sync multiple transmitters in one room, manually set each receiver and the
designated transmitter to a specific frequency and then perform the syncing steps.
The Freedom™ series is fully compatible with the D-Fi™ 2.4 GHz wireless transceiver
(transmitter/receiver) from CHAUVET ® (sold separately).
For more detailed information about D-Fi™ functionality, refer to the D-Fi™ 2.4 GHz
User Manual available at the CHAUVET ® website: www.chauvetlighting.com