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USER MANUAL DFi Hub Chauvet

D-Fi Hub QRG Rev. 3 About This Guide The D-Fi Hub Quick Reference Guide (QRG) has basic product information such as mounting, menu options, and DMX values. Download the User Manual from www.chauvetdj.com for more details. Disclaimer The information and specifications contained in this QRG are subject to change without notice. LIMITED WARRANTY FOR WARRANTY REGISTRATION AND COMPLETE TERMS AND CONDITIONS PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. For Customers in the United States and Mexico: www.chauvetlighting.com/warranty-registration

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Chauvet warrants that this product shall be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use, for the period specified in, and subject to the exclusions and limitations set forth in the full limited warranty on our website. This warranty extends only to the original purchaser of the product and is not transferable. To exercise rights under this warranty, you must provide proof of purchase in the form of an original sales receipt from an authorized dealer that shows the product name and date of purchase. THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary from state to state and country to country. This warranty is valid only in the United States, United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, France, Germany and Mexico. For warranty terms in other countries, please consult your local distributor. Safety Notes These Safety Notes include important information about installation, use, and maintenance.

• ONLY connect this product to a grounded and protected circuit.

• Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.

• Never disconnect this product from power by pulling on the cord.

• If mounting the product overhead, make sure there is adequate support for the product’s weight and always secure the product using a safety cable.

• DO NOT allow flammable materials close to the product when it is operating.

• DO NOT touch the product’s housing when it is operating because the housing can be very hot.

• The product is not intended for permanent installation

• The voltage of the outlet to which you are connecting this product must be 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.

• Be sure that no ventilation slots on the unit’s housing are blocked.

• Never connect this product to a dimmer or rheostat.

• Replace the fuse with the same type and rating.

• Never carry the product by the power cord. Use only the hanging bracket or handle to carry this product.

• 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 immediately.

• DO NOT open this product. It contains no user-serviceable parts.

• To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it.EN

FCC Compliance This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: (1) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. (2) Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. (3) Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. (4) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Caution: Any changes or modifications to this device not explicitly approved by manufacturer could void your authority to operate this equipment. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Contact Outside the U.S., U.K., Ireland, Benelux, France, Germany, or Mexico, contact your distributor to request support or return a product. Refer to Contact Us at the end of this QRG for contact information. What is Included To Begin Unpack your D-Fi Hub and make sure you have received all parts in good condition. If the box or contents appear damaged, notify the carrier immediately, not Chauvet. Description The D-Fi Hub is a transmitter and receiver that either receives D-Fi signals and transmits via a DMX cable, or receives data via a DMX cable and transmits D-Fi signals. It wirelessly synchronizes an unlimited number of D-Fi-ready fixtures and receivers simultaneously. It is small and compact with sturdy antenna. Built-in options include manual or automatic channel selection. Mounting options include a built-in hook and loop fastener strap, keyhole mounting holes and threaded mounting holes. The D-Fi Hub is fully FCC/RTTE compliant. Overview

D-Fi Hub QRG Rev. 3 AC Power This product has an auto-ranging power supply that works with an input voltage range of 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. It runs on 9 VDC, 500 mA. Mounting Before mounting this product, read the Safety Notes. Mounting Diagram Control Panel Description Menu Map To eliminate wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it. Button Function <MENU> Selects the menu or exits from the current menu or function <UP> Navigates upwards through the menu list and increases the numeric value when in a function <DOWN> Navigates downwards through the menu list and decreases the numeric value when in a function <ENTER> Enables the currently displayed menu or sets the currently selected value into the selected function <AUTO SYNC> Detects the D-Fi signal for synchronization of products Main Level Programming Levels Description Settings Receive Manual CH01–16 Allows selection of a specific D-Fi channel for receiving signal Transmit Manual CH01–16 Allows selection of a specific D-Fi channel for transmitting signal Receive Auto Triggers the D-Fi Hub to auto-select a channel for receiving signal Transmit Auto Triggers the D-Fi Hub to auto-select a channel for transmitting signal Mounting clamp (e.g., CLP-15 from Chauvet) Keyhole mounting holes Threaded mounting hole size M12 Threaded mounting hole size M10 Fastener strap loopHook and loop fastener strapEN

Configuration 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 transmit To connect the D-Fi™ Hub to a DMX controller and configure it to transmit to D-Fi™-compatible lights, do the following:

1. Connect the hub to the controller using a DMX cable.

2. Connect the hub to power.

3. If the display shows Transmit Manual <CHXX>, where XX is a value between 01 and 16, the hub is already

configured for manual transmission.

4. Press <MENU> and the display shows Settings with 2 words underneath.

5. Press <ENTER> and the 2 words become highlighted.

8. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to cycle through the highlighted channel options and select the channel to use for D-Fi™

The hub is now configured for manual signal transmission. To receive To connect the D-Fi™ Hub to any DMX lights and configure it to receive D-Fi™ signals from 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.

3. If the display shows Receive Manual <CHXX>, where XX is a value between 01 and 16, the hub is already

configured for manual reception.

4. Press <MENU> and the display shows Settings with 2 words underneath

5. Press <ENTER> and the 2 words become highlighted.

8. Use <UP> or <DOWN> to cycle through the highlighted channel options and select the channel to use for D-Fi™

9. Press <ENTER> and the display shows Receive Manual <CHXX>, where XX is the channel selected in step 8.

The hub is now configured for manual signal reception. Selecting Transmit Auto automatically detects a transmission signal when used in conjunction with <AUTO SYNC>. All the lights must be set to the D-Fi channel shown on the hub’s display. Selecting Receive Auto automatically detects a transmission signal when used in conjunction with <AUTO SYNC>. The controller must be set to the D-Fi channel shown on the hub’s display.

• Information about using D-Fi lights and controllers is in the product manuals at the Chauvet website: http://www.chauvetlighting.com/product-manuals-literature/