DIM-1 Instruction Manual Doorbell Interface Module TRIG TRANS DB1 DB2 DB3 +12VDC DOORBELL INTERFACE TRIG OUT POWER
Product Overview The DIM-1 Doorbell Interface Module’s primary purpose is to mute a multisource/multi-zone audio system so a preexisting doorbell can be heard when it rings. The DIM-1 does not generate an audible chime, but provides a six-second 12V trigger to the multi-zone system which is used to mute the system so the doorbell can be heard. The DIM-1 connects the Russound CA4.4i, CA6.4i, CAV6.6 and the PR-4Zi multi-zone systems to the doorbell of the home by a few simple connections.
switched contacts at the doorbell chime module to the connections labeled “DB1,” “DB2” and “DB3” on the DIM-1. This connects up to 3 separate doorbell buttons to the DIM-1. Refer to Figure 1. Note that the connectors can be unplugged for easy wiring. TRANS TRIG OUT +12V DC DB1 DOORBELL INTERFACE DB3 POWER DB2 4) Connection to Multi-zone System: The trigger output of the DIM-1 connects to the audio system using a 1/8" mono plug.
Operating Instructions 1) Power the doorbell system and your audio distribution system. 2) Plug the 12VDC power supply into the DIM-1. The red and green LED should be on. After 6 seconds the green LED will go out. 3) Ring the doorbell. The green LED on the DIM-1 should illuminate for 6 seconds and then go out. 4) Play audio through the audio system. 5) Ring the doorbell while the audio is playing. The audio should mute for 6 seconds and then return.
