Shure AXT200 User Manual

AXT200 Handheld Frequency Diversity Transmitter

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defects or other reproductive harm.

WARNING

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• Não provoque curto-circuito; isto pode causar queimaduras ou incêndios

• Não carregue ou use baterias diferentes dos produtos especificados pela Shure

• Descarte as baterias apropriadamente. Verifique com o fornecedor local a forma correta de descarte de baterias usadas

AXT200 Handheld Transmitter

The AXT200 Handheld Frequency Diversity Transmitter is a rechargeable, remotely controllable handheld transmitter with Frequency Diversity for seamless, uninterrupted audio in even the most challenging RF environments. In addition to Frequency Diversity, the AXT200 delivers ultra-linear RF performance for more channels on-air and superb audio quality. Advanced power management supports extended battery life and highly accurate status metering. ShowLink™ Remote Control enables comprehensive realtime remote control of all transmitter parameters, including real-time frequency adjustments.

Features

• Frequency Diversity enables simultaneous transmission on two independent frequencies to ensure seamless, uninterrupted audio for mission-critical transmitters. Single carrier mode is available if Frequency Diversity is not required.

• Ultra-linear RF performance enables more channels on-air

• IR Sync function automatically tunes transmitter to the receiver frequency

• Comprehensive real-time remote control of all transmitter parameters when a Linked transmitter is within range of a ShowLink Access Point

• Shure lithium-ion rechargeable battery delivers up to 9 hours of runtime from a single charge

• Advanced control menu to adjust frequency and audio settings from the transmitter

• 42 dB of adjustable gain for optimal audio quality

• Lockable user interface prevents accidental or inadvertent changes to controls once settings are made

Transmitter Overview

① Microphone Cartridge

Interchangeable with a variety of Shure cartridges

② LCD Display

View menu screens and settings. Momentarily press power button to activate backlight.

③ Infrared (IR) Port

Use for automated transmitter programming. Links transmitter to AXT400 Receiver.

④ Shure Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery

Delivers up to 9 hours of runtime from a single charge

⑤ Locking Ring

Secures the battery and protects the control buttons

⑥ Dual-Band Antenna

Covers UHF tuning range and 2.4 GHz ShowLink signal

⑦ Arrow Buttons

Use to scroll through menu screens and to change parameter values

⑧ Set Button

Enables parameter editing. After editing is complete, press to save changes and return to the main menu screen.

⑨ Power Button

Hold for 1 second to turn the transmitter on. To power off, press and hold for 2 seconds until the display reads Powering Off. When editing parameters, acts as an exit button to cancel changes and return to a previous parameter or to the main menu screen.

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Included Components

Handheld rechargeable lithium-ion battery (2) AXT920 or AXT920SL Transmitter carrying case 95A15475 Zipper bag 26A14 Microphone stand adaptor WA371

Choice of (1) of the following Shure microphone cartridges:

SM58 (RPW112) KSM9 Champagne (RPW180) BETA 87C (RPW122) BETA 87A (RPW120) BETA 58A (RPW 118) KSM9 Black (RPW184)

Optional Accessories

Handheld rechargeable lithium-ion battery AXT920 or AXT920SL Portable handheld charging station AXT904 1-AA battery carrier for AXT200 handheld transmitter AXT921 Microphone stand adapter WA371

Optional Shure microphone cartridges:

SM58 (RPW112) BETA 87C (RPW122) VP68 (RPW124) BETA 87A (RPW120) SM87A (RPW116) KSM9 Black (RPW184) SM86 (RPW114) KSM9 Champagne

(RPW180)

BETA 58A (RPW118)

Batteries

The transmitter is powered by a Shure lithium-ion rechargeable battery.

Caution: Turn off the transmitter before changing batteries.

Note: Refer to your battery charger manual for charging instructions.

Battery Runtime

Battery runtime varies according to the transmitter’s operating mode. High power settings or operating in Frequency Diversity mode will reduce battery runtime.

Remaining battery runtime is shown on the display in hours and minutes (accurate to within 15 minutes).

The times shown in the table represent a battery with a minimum of 5 charge cycles, fully charged, at 100% health.

Unscrew the

Remove the battery

locking ring

Main Menu Screen

The main menu screen displays the following transmitter parameters:

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① Link Status

• Linked : Displays Linked receiver channel

• Unlinked : Not Linked to a receiver

② Frequency 1

Tuned frequency 1 of the transmitter

③ Frequency 2

Tuned frequency 2 of the transmitter (Frequency Diversity mode enabled)

④ Battery Charge Indicator

5-segment icon visually indicates battery life

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RF Power (mW)

Mode Runtime ShowLink

Enabled (hours/ minutes)

Runtime Without ShowLink (hours/minutes)

10 Single Carrier 9:05 10:00

Frequency Diversity 6:15 6:45

50 Single Carrier 6:45 7:15

Frequency Diversity 4:20 4:40

⑤ Remaining Battery Life

Displays remaining battery life in hours and minutes

⑥ Showlink Icon

Indicates remote control of transmitter via ShowLink is possible

⑦ Audio Meter

Indicates the audio signal level

⑧ Control Lock Icon

Displayed when buttons are locked

Locking the Buttons

Lock the buttons of the transmitter to prevent accidental or unauthorized parameter changes.

Press and hold the ▼ and ▲ buttons for 2 seconds to lock. Repeat to unlock.

Power-on RF Mute

Power-on RF mute prevents transmission of audio when powering on the transmitter.

With the transmitter turned off, press and hold both the ▼ button and the SET but- ton, and then press and hold the Power button.

After power-on, an RF Muted message indicates that the transmitter is in RF Mute mode.

Note: RF Mute mode persists through power cycles of the transmitter.

Linking a Transmitter using IR Sync

The IR Sync function forms a Link and sets the frequency between the transmitter and an AXT400 Receiver.

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1. Access the IR Sync function in the AXT400 receiver menu: Tx

2. Align the IR Sync ports of the transmitter and the receiver. The red IR Sync LED on the receiver IR port will illuminate to indicate correct alignment. Press Sync .

3. The receiver display indicates if the IR Sync is successful. Check the transmitter alignment and select Retry if a failure occurs.

4. The transmitter device ID will be shown in the receiver Tx menu and the receiver channel name and frequency will be shown on the transmitter display, indicating a successful IR sync.

AXT200 Frequency Diversity Mode

Operating an AXT200 in Frequency Diversity mode with an AXT400 Receiver enables simultaneous transmission of audio on 2 independent frequencies.

1. From the AXT400 menu: Radio > Options > Diversity

2. Use the control wheel to set the mode to FD-Handheld .

3. Perform an IR Sync to Link the transmitter to the receiver.

Parameter Menus

Use the arrow buttons to access the following parameter menus.

Group and Channel

A group is a set of compatible frequencies. A single frequency within a group is a channel.

Change the group

Ch:

Change the channel

F1: and F2: Frequency

Use the set and arrow keys to change the frequency in 25 KHz increments.

Disable F2

When in frequency diversity mode, the second frequency can be disabled from the F2: frequency menu or the F2: group and channel menu.

F2: ON

Enable F2

F2: OFF

Disable F2

Gain

Sets the input sensitivity level (gain). Gain range is

-10 to +32 dB in 1 dB steps.

RF Mute

Disables the RF carrier signal, which mutes transmission of audio.

TX On:

RF signal enabled

TX Off:

RF signal disabled

Firmware

Displays the installed firmware version.

Device ID

Identifies the transmitter on a linked receiver or in WWB software.

• ID length can be up to 8 characters

• Use arrow buttons to scroll through characters

• Use set button to save and move to the next character

AA Type

This setting ensures accurate battery metering when using the optional AA battery carrier. Set the battery type to Alkaline, NiMH, or Lithium.

Note: Menu not displayed unless an AA battery carrier is installed.

ShowLink Test

Activates the ShowLink test 5-bar display. Measures the remote control range of a ShowLink Access Point.

• 5 bars indicate the center of the coverage area

• 1 bar indicates the outer boundary of the coverage area

• If bars are not displayed, ShowLink control is not available

Unlink

Ends the Link relationship between transmitter and receiver.

YES:

Ends the Link between transmitter and receiver.

NO:

Preserves the Link between transmitter and receiver.

Note: When a transmitter is unlinked, the channel name reverts to Unlinked.

RF PWR

Sets RF power level. Access this menu by pressing and holding the set button and then pressing the ▼ button.

Use lower power settings to conserve battery life and to prevent RF overload at the receiver.

Note: A password is required in some regions.

PCB Serial Number

Displays the serial number of the printed circuit board (PCB) installed in the unit.

1. Enter the RF PWR menu by pressing and holding the set button, and then pressing the ▼ button.

2. Press the ▲ button to access the serial number.

3. Momentarily press the power button to return to the home menu screen.

Troubleshooting

No ShowLink Alert

This alert appears when frequency is edited on a linked transmitter that is beyond the range of an active ShowLink access point. Choose OK to unlink the transmitter and complete the frequency change, or Cancel to return to the home screen.

Input Overload

The Input Overload message indicates an excessive signal level at the transmit- ter input. To prevent overload, reduce the gain setting.

Deeply Discharged Batteries

Deep discharge occurs when a battery is discharged to less than 3.0 volts. The battery chargers have a recovery mode designed to restore charge to a deeply discharged battery.

When the charger detects a deeply discharged battery, it automatically enters recovery mode which supplies reduced current to the battery for up to 30 minutes.

If recovery is successful, the charger will exit recovery mode and charge the battery to capacity. If the battery cannot be recharged, charging stops and the battery must be replaced.

Firmware Updates

Firmware is embedded software used to control features and the user interface. Periodically, new versions of firmware are available for download from www.shure.com/wwb to incorporate additional features and enhancements. New versions of the firmware can be downloaded to AXT400 Receiver using the Firmware Update Manager tool available in WWB6 software and installed on the transmitter using the infrared ports on the transmitter and receiver.

To access the AXT400 receiver firmware update menu: Tx > IR Presets > FW Update

Specifications- AXT200 Handheld Transmitter

RF Carrier Frequency Range

Working Range Under typical conditions: 150 m (500 ft)

Audio Frequency Response

RF Tuning Step Size 25 kHz

Modulation

45 kHz max. deviation

Dynamic Range >113 dB, A-weighted (referenced at 0 dB setting on

Total Harmonic Distortion

45 kHz max. deviation

System Audio Polarity

470–814 MHz

Note: varies by region

Line of Sight, outdoors for

Note: Actual range depends on RF signal absorption, reflection and interference.

40 – 18 kHz (+1, -3 dB)

Note: Dependent on microphone type

FM, Audio Reference Companding with pre- and de-emphasis

transmitter) <0.3%, A-weighted, typical

Positive pressure on microphone diaphragm (or positive voltage applied to tip of WA302 phone plug) produces positive voltage on pin 2 (with respect to pin 3 of low-impedance output) and the tip of the high impedance 1/4-inch output.

a single system:

500 m (1600 ft)

AXT200

Audio Input

Configuration Unbalanced Impedance >30 kΩ

Maximum Input Level

1 kHz at 1% THD

gain position: −10 to +11 dB: 5.5 dBu

+12 to +32 dB: −6.5 dBu

RF Output

Connector SMA (UHF and ShowLink); Shell=Ground,

Antenna Type Integrated Dual Band Helical Power See Frequency Range and Ouput Power table Mode Frequency Diversity: Dual Carrier

Impedance 50 Ω

Center=Signal

Single Carrier: Single Carrier

ShowLink ShowLink

Network Type IEEE 802.15.4 Frequency Range 2.40 to 2.4835 GHz (16 Channels) RF Output Power 10 dBm (ERP)

Gain Adjustment Range

Battery Type Shure AXT920/920SL (Rechargeable Li-Ion) Battery Life Up to 9 hours (low power mode, Single Carrier

Dimensions 261 mm x 37 mm (10.3 in. x 2.6 in.) L x Dia. Weight 395 g (13.9 oz.), with batteries Housing Machined aluminum

Operating Temperature Range

Storage Temperature Range

-10 to +32 dB (in 1 dB steps)

Mode)

-18°C (0°F) to 63°C (145°F)

Note: Battery characteristics may limit this range.

-29°C (-20°F) to 74°C (165°F)

Note: Battery characteristics may limit this range.

Tables and Diagrams

Frequency Range and Transmitter Output Power

Band Frequency Range ( MHz) Power ( mW)

G1 470 to 530 10/50 G1E 470 to 530 10/50 H4 518 to 578 10/50 H4E 518 to 578 10/50 J5 578 to 638 10/50 J5E 578 to 638 10/50 K4E 606 to 666 10/50 L3 638 to 698 10/50 L3E 638 to 698 10/50 L3HK 638 to 698 10 M8 666 to 730 10/50 P8 710 to 790 10/50 P9 710 to 787 10/50 Q5 740 to 814 10/50 MA24 779 to 806 10 MJBX 806 to 810 10

System Gain

In an audio system containing both AXT400 and UR4 receivers, the overall system audio gain at the XLR (line) output varies depending on the receiver model and the type of transmitter.

The table below offers a comparison of the output gain at the XLR output for AXT400 and UR4 receivers for each transmitter model. Use the information in the table to achieve consistent gain levels when using systems comprised of both Axient series and UR series components.

System gain from transmitter input to receiver XLR output (line) when transmitter gain = 0 dB

Transmitter AXT100 Bodypack AXT200 Handheld UR1 Bodypack UR1M Bodypack UR2 Handheld

gain = 0 dB gain = 0 dB gain = 0 dB gain = 0 dB gain = 0 dB

sens = 0 dB sens = 0 dB Receiver AXT400 +10 dB gain +15 dB gain +15 dB gain +15 dB gain +15 dB gain gain setting = 0 dB UR4 N/A N/A +18 dB gain +18 dB gain +18 dB gain

Certifications

Meets essential requirements of the following European Directives:

• R&TTE Directive 99/5/EC

• WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC, as amended by 2008/34/EC

• RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC, as amended by 2008/35/EC

Note: Please follow your regional recycling scheme for batteries and electronic waste

Meets requirements of the following standards: EN 300 328, EN 300 422 Parts 1 and 2, EN 301 489 Parts 1 and 9, EN60065.

Certified under FCC Part 15 and FCC Part 74. Certified in Canada by IC to RSS-123 and RSS-210. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil nu-

mérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. This radio transmitter has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with the

antenna types listed below with the maximum permissible gain and required antenna impedance for each antenna type indicated. Antenna types not included in this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device.

FCC ID: DD4AXT200A, DD4AXT200B, DD4AXT200C, DD4AXT200D. IC: 616A-AXT200A, 616A-AXT200C, 616A-AXT200D.

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation of this device is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.

The CE Declaration of Conformity can be obtained from Shure Incorporated or any of its European representatives. For contact information please visit www.shure.com

The CE Declaration of Conformity can be obtained from: www.shure.com/europe/ compliance

Authorized European representative: Shure Europe GmbH Headquarters Europe, Middle East & Africa Department: EMEA Approval Jakob-Dieffenbacher-Str. 12 75031 Eppingen, Germany Phone: 49-7262-92 49 0 Fax: 49-7262-92 49 11 4 Email: EMEAsupport@shure.de

LICENSING INFORMATION

Licensing: A ministerial license to operate this equipment may be required in certain areas. Consult your national authority for possible requirements. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Shure Incorporated could void your authority to operate the equipment. Licensing of Shure wireless microphone equipment is the user’s responsibility, and licensability depends on the user’s classification and application, and on the selected frequency. Shure strongly urges the user to contact the appropriate telecommunications authority concerning proper licensing, and before choosing and ordering frequencies.

Information to the user

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:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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