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    DIM-1 Doorbell Interface Module Instruction Manual TRIG OUT TRIG +12VDC DB3 DB2 DB1 TRANS POWER DOORBELL INTERF ACE[...]

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    Product Ov erview T he DIM-1 Doorbell Interface Module’ s primary purpose is to mute a multi- source/multi-zone audio system so a preexisting doorbell can be heard w hen it rings. T he DIM-1 does not generate an audible chime, but pro vides a six-second 12V trigger to the multi-zone system whic h is used to mute the system so the doorbell can be [...]

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    s witched contacts at the doorbell chime module to the connections labeled “DB1, ” “DB2” and “DB3” on the DIM-1. T his connects up to 3 separate doorbell buttons to the DIM-1. Refer to F igure 1. Note that the connectors can be unplugged for easy wiring. 4) Connection to Multi-zone System: T he trigger output of the DIM-1 connects to th[...]

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    Oper ating Instructions 1) P ower 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. T he green LED on the DIM-1 should illuminate for 6 seconds and then go out. 4) Pla y audio through the audio sy[...]