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Chauvet DJ D-Fi Hub User manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Before you Begin ................................................................................................................ 3
Claims ............................................................................................................................................................ 3
2. Introduction ......................................................................................................................... 5
3. Setup .................................................................................................................................... 7
Orientation ..................................................................................................................................................... 7
Rigging ........................................................................................................................................................... 7
4. Operation ............................................................................................................................. 8
5. Technical Information ........................................................................................................10
Contact Us ..............................................................................................................................12
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What Is
Included

Instructions
product and included accessories) appear damaged from
Failure to report damage to the carrier immediately may invalidate your claim. In
For other issues, such as missing components or parts, damage not related to shipping,
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
Critical installation, configuration, or operation information. Not damage to the product, or cause harm to the operator.
The information and specifications contained in this document are subject to change
y or liability for any errors or omissions
reserves the right to update the existing

1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Unpacking

Claims

Text
Conventions

Symbols

• D-Fi™ Hub
• Power Supply
Carefully unpack the product immediately and check the container to make sure all the parts are in the package and are in good condition.
If the box or the contents (the shipping, or show signs of mishandling, notify the carrier immediately, not Chauvet
addition, keep the box and contents for inspection.
or concealed damage, file a claim with Chauvet within 7 days of deliver y .
Convention Meaning
Symbol Meaning
• Warranty Card
• Quick Reference Guide

Disclaimer

without notice. Chauvet assumes no res po nsib ili t that may appear in this manual. Chauvet 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
M. Trouard 12/12/2014 A. Leon 01/16/15
following these instructions may make the product not work, cause
Important installation or configuration information. The product may not function correctly if this information is not used.
Useful information.
Author Date Editor Date
D-Fi™ Hub User Manual Rev. 2 Page 3 of 12
Product at a
x
x
x
9 VDC, 500 mA (100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz)
P
x
x
P
x
x
x
. They
Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the unit while operating.
completely disconnect the product from power via the breaker or by unplugging it.
Glance

Safety Notes

Use on Dimmer Outdoor Use Sound-Activated
DMX Master/Slave
Please read the following Safety Notes carefully before working with this product 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.
•
• 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 moi sture .
• Never connect this product to a dimmer.
• Never carry this product from the power cord or any moving part.
• The maximum ambient temperatur e 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
Auto Programs
Replaceable Fuse User-Serviceable Duty Cycle
• Keep this User Manual for future consultation. If you sell this product to another user, be sure that they also re ceiv e t his doc ume nt.
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2. INTRODUCTION

Product Overview

Right View
Display and Control
Buttons
Antenna
Antenna Storage
Left View
DC Power In
DMX In
DMX Out
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Product Dimensions

2.36 in 60 mm
1.81 in 46 mm
3.3 in
84 mm
3.58 in 91 mm
5.59 in
142 mm
(Mounting Holes)
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power supply and it can work with an input
(power outlet and wiring), use the
’s back panel, or refer to the
’s average
eaker or fuse),
making sure that it has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of

Mounting

may be mounted in any position; however, make sure adequate

Rigging

, always make sure that it will be easy to
can support its
of appropriate
Mounting Holes
Safety
Hook and
Loop
fastener

3. SETUP

AC Power

This product has an auto-ranging external voltage of 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. It runs on 9 VDC, 500 mA.
To determine the power requirements for this product current value listed on the label affixed to the product product’s specifications chart. The listed current rating indicates the product current draw under normal conditions.
Always connect this product to a protected circuit (circuit br 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.
Before mounting this product, read and follow the Safety Notes.

Orientation

The D-Fi™ Hub ventilation is provided around the product.
Before deciding on a location for this product access the unit for maintenance and programming purposes.
Make sure that the structure onto which you are mounting this product 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 ri gging this product onto a truss, you should use a mounting clamp weight capacity.
The product also has 4 teardrop holes located on the back for easy wall mounting.
Mounting Diagram
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Operation
<ENTER>
r higher off the
For the best results, add individual receivers using Manual mode to ensure you

4. OPERATION

Control Panel

Menu Map

Configuration

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>
<UP>
<DOWN>
Press to find an operation mode or to back out of the current menu option
Press to scroll up the list of options or to find a higher value Press to scroll down the list of options or to find a lower value Press to activate a menu option or a selected value
<AUTO>
Detects the D-Fi™ signal for synchronization of produ cts
Main Function Programming Steps Description
Settings
Receive
Mode
Transmit
Mode
Receive Auto
Transmit Auto
CH01-016
CH01-016
Allows selection of a specific D-Fi™ channel for receiving signal
Allows selection of a specific D-Fi™ channel for transmitting signal
Triggers the D-Fi™ Hub to auto-select a channel for receiving signal
Triggers the D-Fi™ Hub to auto-select a channel for transmitting signal
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.
You can sync an unlimited amount of Receivers to one Transmitter.
To ensure strong signals, the units should be elevated 5 feet o ground and remain in an unobstructed line of sight of each other.
can select the same channel for the additional products.
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Programming and Signal Select
To connect the D-Fi™ Hub to a DMX controller and configure it to transmit to
Fi™ sign als
Fi™ lights and controllers is in the product manuals at the
tion about DMX is in the CHAUVET® DMX Primer at
D-Fi™-compatible lights, do the following:
1. Connect the hub to the controller using a DMX cable.
ion
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 chan nel optio ns and sel ect
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 D­from 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 Recei v e Manua l <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 chan nel optio ns and sel ect
the channel to use for D-Fi™ reception.
8. Press <ENTER> and the display shows Receive Manual <C HXX>, 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 D­Chauvet website http://www.chauvetlighting.com/product-manuals-literature/.
Informa
http://www.chauvetlighting.com/downloads/DMX_Primer_rev05_WO.pdf.
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Dimensions and
Length
Width
Height
Weight
5.59 in (142 mm)
3.58 in (91 mm)
1.81 in (46 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
max range 656 ft (200 m)
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

5. TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Technical Specifications

Weight
18.5 dbm
40 Hz/s 2.412 to 2.484 GHz
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distributor of
s to them.

Returns

Tech Support office and request a Return Merchandise
. Be prepared to provide the
You must send the merchandise prepaid, in its original box, and with its original packing
DO NOT write the RMA number directly on the box. Instead, write it on a properly
the following information on a piece of paper
ing from inadequate
boxing are
reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace returned
To return a product or reques t supp ort :
• 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 con tact 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 record and follow their instructions on how to return Chauvet product Visit our Web site for contact details.
Call the corresponding Chauvet Authorization (RMA) number before shipping the product model number, serial number, and a brief description of the cause for the return.
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.
affixed label.
Before sending the product, clearly write 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 result packaging will be your responsibility. FedEx packing or double­recommended.
Chauvet product(s).
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CONTACT US

WORLD HEADQUARTERS - Chauvet
General Information
Toll free: (800) 762-1084
Technical Support
World Wide Web www.chauvetlighting.com
UNITED KINGDOM AND IRELAND - Chauvet Europe Ltd.
General Information
Fax: +44 (0)1773 511110
Technical Support
MEXICO - Chauvet Mexico
General Information
Voice: +52 (728) 285-5000
Technical Support
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.
Address: 5200 NW 108th Avenue Sunrise, FL 33351
Voice: (954) 577-4455 Fax: (954) 929-5560
Address: Unit 1C
Brookhill Road In dustrial Es tate Pinxton, Nottingham, UK NG16 6NT
Voice: +44 (0)1773 511115
Address: Av. Santa Ana 30
Parque Industrial Lerma Lerma, Mexico C.P. 52000
Voice: (954) 577-4455 (Press 4) Fax: (954) 756-8015 Email: tech@chauvetlighting.com
Email: uktech@chauvetlighting.com World Wide Web www.chauvetlighting.co.uk
Email: servicio@chauvet.com.mx World Wide Web www.chauvet.com.mx
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