User Manual - CHAUVET® Lighting
Contents
1. 9 5 Technical Information 10 General Troubleshooting 10 Contact Procedure 11 CHAUVET Contact Information 11 Returning Products to CHAUVET 11 DMX Primer 12 Starting Address 12 Product Linking Daisy Chain 12 DMX Cabling 13 DMX Connectors 13 6 Technical Specifications 14 D Fi 2 4GHz User Manual Rev 04 Page 3 of 14 1 BEFORE YOU BEGIN What Is Included 1 x D Fi 2 4GHz 1 x Power Supply2. 3 Setup 7 AC Power 7 Mounting 7 Orientation 7 Rigging 7 4 Operation 8 Control Panel Operation 8 Menu Map 8 Frequencies 8 Configuration 8 Manual Operation 9 Automatic Operation 9 Miscellaneous Operations
3. 1 x Warranty Card 1 x Quick Reference Guide Unpacking Instructions Immediately upon receipt carefully unpack this product and check the container to make sure you have received all the parts indicated above in good condition Claims If the container or the material inside the container this product and any other accessory included appears damaged from shipping or shows signs of mishandling notify the carrier immediately not CHAUVET upon receipt 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 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 gt Settings A sequence of menu options to be followed lt ENTER gt 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 par
4. 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 products 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 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 product in the daisy chain Do not allow the common wire of the DMX cable to touch the product s chassis ground This could cause a ground loop which may affect your products perform
5. 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 954 929 1115 Fax 954 929 5560 Toll free 800 762 1084 United Kingdom amp Ireland CHAUVET Europe Ltd General Information Address Unit 1C Brookhill Road Industrial Estate Pinxton Nottingham UK NG16 6NT Voice 44 0 1773 511115 Fax 44 0 1773 511110 Technical Support Voice 954 929 1115 Press 4 Fax 954 756 8015 Email tech chauvetlighting com Technical Support Email uktech chauvetlighting com 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 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 Cle
6. Top View Bottom View Page 6 of 14 D Fi 2 4GHz User Manual Rev 04 Product Dimensions D Fi 2 4GHz User Manual Rev 04 Page 7 of 14 3 SETUP AC Power This product has an external fixed voltage power supply and it can work with an input voltage of either 115 V 60 Hz or 230 V 50 Hz depending on the specific model 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 recommendations indicated in the Safety Notes section page 2 of this manual Orientation The D Fi 2 4GHz 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 w
7. User Manual Page 2 of 14 D Fi 2 4GHz User Manual Rev 04 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
8. 2 4426 5 2 4458 6 2 449 7 2 4522 8 2 4554 9 2 4586 10 2 4618 11 2 465 12 2 4682 13 2 4714 14 2 4746 15 2 4778 16 2 481 Configuration 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 D Fi 2 4GHz User Manual Rev 04 Page 9 of 14 Manual Operation To operate the product in manual mode do the following 1 Press lt MODE gt to switch between Transmitter t or Receiver r then press lt ENTER gt to save the setting 2 While the Transmitter or Receiver is flashing press the lt UP gt or lt DOWN gt buttons to select your desired frequencies 3 Press lt ENTER gt to store the selected frequency before the Transmitter t or Receiver r stops flashing The t or r symbol on the display will flash for 20 40 seconds Automatic Operation To operate the product in automatic mode do the following 1 Press lt AUTO gt to enter Auto Mode on both units 2 Press and hold lt AUTO gt on the first unit which will be the Transmitter t 3 Press lt AUTO gt twice on the second unit which will be the Receiver r 4 Press lt ENTER gt to store your choice You are now in Auto Mode 5 In Auto Mode press and hold lt AUTO gt on the Transmitter for 8 10 seconds to scan for the clearest channel and to sync your receivers to the Transmi
9. agraph contains important installation or configuration information Failure to comply with this information may prevent the product 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 Electronically published by CHAUVET in the United States of America Author Date Editor Date A Diaz 10 13 11 B Pillow 10 14 11 Page 4 of 14 D Fi 2 4GHz User Manual Rev 04 Product at a Glance Use on Dimmer Auto Programs Outdoor Use Fixed voltage 120 V or 230 V Sound Activated Replaceable Fuse DMX User Serviceable Master Slave Duty Cycle 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 co
10. ance 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 Page 14 of 14 D Fi 2 4GHz User Manual Rev 04 6 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions and Weight Length Width Height Weight 5 8 in 152 mm 6 1 in 156 mm 1 6 in 40 mm 1 lbs 5 kg Note Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit Power Power Supply Type Range Input Voltage External 100 240 V 50 60 Hz 9 V DC 500 ma Wireless RF Output Refresh Rate Frequency Range 18 5 dbm max range 230 m 15 Hz s 2 433 2 481 GHz Thermal Maximum External Temp Cooling System 104 F 40 C Convection DMX I O Connectors Connector Type 3 and 5 pin XLR Sockets Ordering Product Name Item Code Item Number D Fi 2 4GHz 02080308 DFI2 4GHZ
11. arly 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 product 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 Page 12 of 14 D Fi 2 4GHz User Manual Rev 04 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 products and a DMX circuit also known as DMX universe to link the products to the controller Depending on their complexity and features DMX compatible products may require from one to more than 30 DMX channels to operate Some DMX products 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 con
12. hich 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 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 bracket has a 12 mm hole which is appropriate for this purpose The product also has two teardrop holes located on the back for easy wall mounting Mounting Diagram Mounting Hole Safety Hook Page 8 of 14 D Fi 2 4GHz User Manual Rev 04 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 lt MODE gt Press to find an operation mode or to back out of the current menu option lt ENTER gt Press to activate a menu option or a selected value lt UP gt Press to scroll up the list of options or to find a higher value lt DOWN gt Press to scroll down the list of options or to find a lower value Menu Map Mode Programming Steps Description Receive Mode r001 001 016 Sets Receive Mode channel Transmit Mode t001 001 016 Sets Transmit Mode channel Frequencies Channel Frequency in Ghz 1 2 433 2 2 4362 3 2 4394 4
13. quential format called daisy chain The order in which the products connect to the DMX controller is irrelevant because all products 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 products 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 products on the same daisy chain is 32 Connecting more than 32 products 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 Product 2nd DMX Product To other products D Fi 2 4GHz User Manual Rev 04 Page 13 of 14 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
14. rd 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 Keep this User Manual for future consultation If you sell this product to another user be sure that they also receive this document D Fi 2 4GHz User Manual Rev 04 Page 5 of 14 2 INTRODUCTION Product Overview Mounting Hole Safety Hook Power In Antenna 3 pin DMX In 3 pin DMX Out 5 pin DMX In 5 pin DMX Out
15. the product Use the right fader s on the controller Wrong DMX personality on the product Set the correct DMX product 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 product with intermittent problems Too many products 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 D Fi 2 4GHz User Manual Rev 04 Page 11 of 14 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
16. troller sends DMX data to each product based on the product s starting address The starting address is the number of the DMX channel 001 to 512 assigned to the product s first control channel Channel 1 When assigning starting addresses to multiple products it is critical to ensure that no starting address is already in use by another product to prevent channels from overlapping Otherwise the affected products may operate erratically For instance a user has two DMX compatible products Product A has four channels and product B has six channels If the user configures the starting address of product A to 001 channels 001 through 004 on the DMX controller will control product A This means that the user should assign the starting address of product B to 005 or higher For a starting address of 005 the DMX controller would use channels 005 to 010 to control product B It is possible to control multiple products of the same type by assigning each one of them the same starting address In this case all the products would respond in unison synchronized to the signals from the DMX controller Product Linking Daisy Chain DMX compatible products receive the control signals from the DMX controller through the DMX cables Each product has a DMX In and a DMX Out connector The figure to the right illustrates how the products link to each other using multiple segments of DMX cable in a se
17. tter Auto scan syncing must be done within a distance of 10 meters 32 81 ft Miscellaneous Operations To auto scan and sync receivers follow the below instructions 1 In Auto Mode press and hold lt AUTO gt for 8 10 seconds to scan for the clearest channel and to sync the Receiver s to the Transmitter The LED display will flash acknowledging the sync To check which frequency you are using 1 Press lt ENTER gt while the Transmitter and Receiver s are synced The frequency will show on the LED display To clear the receiver do the following 1 On the receiver press and hold lt AUTO gt for 5 seconds The stored frequency will be cleared The t or r symbol on the display will flash for 20 40 seconds 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 Page 10 of 14 D Fi 2 4GHz User Manual Rev 04 5 TECHNICAL INFORMATION General Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Possible Action Product does not power up No energy on power outlet Check power outlet Change to another outlet Loose or damaged power adapter Check the power transformer Internal problem Send product for repair Product does not respond to DMX Wrong starting address on the product Set the correct starting address on
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