1. Before you Begin ................................................................................................................ 3
What Is Included .................................................................................................................................... 3
AC Power ............................................................................................................................................... 7
Contact Us ..............................................................................................................................12
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What Is
Included
Instructions
If the box or the contents (the 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
assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions
1.BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Unpacking
Claims
Text
Conventions
Symbols
• D-Fi™ Stream 6
• Power Cord
Carefully unpack the product immediately and check the container to make sure all the
parts are in the package and are in good condition.
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
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.
Electronically published by Chauvet in the United States of America
M. Trouard 02/10/2015 A. Leon 02/16/15
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
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Product at a
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P
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Master/Slave
x
Duty Cycle
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Safety Notes
. 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
Use on Dimmer
Outdoor Use
Sound-Activated
DMX
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
Power Cord
Replaceable Fuse
User-Serviceable
• 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
DMX Outputs
DMX In
DMX
In/Throughput
LED ON
Indicator
LED Wireless
Indicator
Antenna Storage
Antenna
DIP Switches
Power In
Fuse Holder
LED Indicators
D-FI™ Auto
Sync Button
Signal
Mounting Hole
Back View
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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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power supply and it can work with an input voltage of
(power outlet and wiring), use the
’s back panel, or refer to the
’s average
to a protected circuit (circuit breaker or fuse),
making sure that it has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of
to a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even
Mounting
may be mounted in any position; however, make sure adequate
, always make sure that it will be easy to
can support its
of appropriate
for easy
Mounting Holes
Rack
Mounting
Holes
3.SETUP
AC Power
This product ha s an auto-ranging
100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
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
electrocution or fire.
Never connect this product
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™ Stream 6
ventilation is provided around the produc t.
Rigging
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 Specificationsfor 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 rigg ing th is product onto a truss, you should use a mounting clamp
weight capacity.
The product also has two 10 mm mounting holes located on the back and top
truss mounting.
Mounting Diagram
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Fi™ Stream 6 is configured with the DIP switches on the front just under the
Fi™. The
Fi™ channel can be selected manually or automatically. There is a DIP switch settings
o the top of the product, and the DIP switches and settings are described in
The DIP switch settings shown in the example above configure the
Fi™ Receive mode, with Manual Channel Selection and a
For a list of DIP switch combinations, see the DIP switch settings table on the
Fi™ signals, the units should be elevated 5 feet or higher off
For the best results, add individual receivers using Manual mode to ensure you
Configuration
Transmit D-Fi™ mode requires the following:
Set the D-Fi™
Channel
Auto-Sync Or Manual
Channel Selection
Receive Or
Transmit D-Fi™
4.OPERATION
Configuration
DIP Switches
DIP Switch
Chart
Location
The Dantenna. The D-Fi™ Stream 6 can transmit D-Fi™ or receive DDtable affixed t
the following sections.
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).
•
D-Fi™ Stream 6 for DD-Fi™ Channel of 9.
•
top of the D-Fi™ Stream 6.
Top Vi ew
• The D-Fi™ Stream 6 is connected to a lighting controller via a DMX cable.
Notes
• 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.
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 Dthe 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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DIP Switch
• DIP switches 1–4 set the D-Fi™ channel.
Fi™ lights and controllers is in the product manuals at the
Information about DMX is in the CHAUVET® DMX Primer at
Fi™ mode, manually
Set D-Fi™Channel
Auto-Sync
Or Manual
Transmit
Or Receive
Auto-Sync mode can be
Settings
• 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 ina ctiv e.
Information about using DChauvet website http://www.chauvetlighting.com/product-manuals-literature/.
When using the Transmit D-Fi™ mode or the Receive Dselect a channel or set to Auto-Sync mode.
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used in conjunct ion
with the Transmit
or Receive mode
Dimensions and
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
Fuse
Wireless
RF Output
Refresh Rate
Frequency Range
RP-SMA Antenna Connection
max range 600 ft (183 m)
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™ St ream 6
09080843
781462211912
5.TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Technical Specifications
Weight
0.04 A 0.05 A
1 A, 250 V 1 A, 250 V
40 Hz/s 2.433 to 2.481 GHz
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, United Kingdom, or Ireland, contact your distributor of
s to them.
Returns
Tech Support office and request a Return Merchandise
. Be prepared to provide the
, in its original box, and with its original packing
directly on the box. Instead, write it on a properly
the following information on a piece of paper
properly. Any shipping damage resulting 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 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.
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.
You must send the merchandise prepaid
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
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
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.