Shure AXT610 User Manual
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AXT610 ShowLink Wireless Access Point
©2011 Shure Incorporated
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AXT610 ShowLink Access Point
The AXT610 ShowLink™ access point enables real-time remote control of the Axient™ transmitters. The access point allows comprehensive management of transmitter parameters from the receiver or Wireless Workbench® 6 using 2.4 GHz wireless network communication. All parameter changes occur without interruption to the performer.
Multiple access points can extend the operational range or increase the number of transmitters supported on the ShowLink network.
ShowLink Access Point Overview
① ShowLink 2.4 GHz detachable antenna
For 2.4 GHz signals
② ShowLink Data Status LED (blue)
PUSH
Axient Wireless
Showlink Acces Point
AXT610
• ON Steady: Linked, no data transmission
• Flashing: Transmitting data - rate of flashing indicates level
of activity
③ Power Status LED (green/amber/red)
• Steady Green: Power ON, power source = PoE
• Steady Amber: Power ON, power source = external power
supply
• Red Flashing: Response to remote ID flash command
④ Ethernet Status LED (green)
• ON Steady: Ethernet connected, no traffic
• ON Flashing: Ethernet connected, flashing corresponds to
volume of data traffic
⑤ Threaded mounting point
Use to wall mount the access point
⑥ External power supply connector
Connection point for external power supply
⑦ Reset button
Press to restore factory settings
⑧ Ethernet port
For network connection and Class 1 PoE
⑨ Scanning antenna for channel agility
Scans the 2.4 GHz spectrum for the best frequency
Features
• Real-time wireless remote control of up to 16 transmitters per ShowLink access point
• Automated channel selection - Independently scans 2.4 GHz frequency range and determines best channel for use
• Receives power over Ethernet network connection or from an external power supply
• Easy transmitter authentication - Recognizes linked transmitters upon IR sync
• Provides a coverage area equivalent to the range of Axient transmitters
• Automatic hand-offs between multiple access points extend coverage range
• Automatic frequency agility - Moves a ShowLink network to the best available 2.4 GHz channel in the event of signal degradation
• Versatile mounting options - Fits readily available microphone stand adapters and features built-in threading for permanent installation
• Wireless Workbench 6 system supports networked control of all device functions and provides a ShowLink plot for viewing 2.4 GHz signal levels
Included Components
Wireless microphone clip for mounting on a microphone stand
Euro thread adapter for WA371
Shielded 25-foot Ethernet cable for ShowLink access point, RJ45-to-EtherCon connector
2
WA371
31A1856
C825
ShowLink Basics
ShowLink Channels and 2.4 GHz Spectrum
ShowLink channels that enable remote control of Axient transmitters operate in the 2.40 to 2.484 GHz portion of the RF spectrum in accordance with the IEEE 802.15.4 protocol. Devices that share the 2.4 GHZ spectrum, including Wi-Fi, are manufactured to efficiently share the spectrum and cause minimal interference. Both ShowLink and Wi-Fi
use “listen before talk” technology to transmit short message packets only when needed to conserve bandwidth. Available spectrum, low interference, and global availability
make the 2.4 GHz spectrum an ideal choice for hosting ShowLink channels.
Within the 2.4 GHz spectrum, 16 channels are available for ShowLink communication. To ensure reliable communication, the access point contains an internal scanning radio
that analyzes the 2.4 GHz spectrum hundreds of times per second. If interference is detected, the access point uses channel agility to automatically switch to a clear channel
within the spectrum. All transmitters associated with the access point will continue to communicate uninterrupted on the new ShowLink channel. If ShowLink goes off-line for
any reason, audio transmission will not be interrupted.
Coverage Area
The coverage area of the access point matches the transmitter’s RF range. Use the
ShowLink Test feature in the receiver menu to map the boundaries of the coverage
area. Multiple access points can be used to increase the coverage area or to expand
coverage to multiple rooms.
Transmitter Capacity
A single access point supports up to 16 Axient transmitters. Any transmitter within
range of an active access point with available capacity will be automatically controlled by that access point. When multiple access points are used to increase transmitter capacity or to increase coverage range, transmitter control is automatically
divided between each access point. All changes in control between access points
occur seamlessly and automatically, without requiring user intervention.
Transmitter Control
An access point with available capacity will automatically control transmitters that are
within the coverage area. Multiple access points automatically self-manage to divide
transmitter control and maintain coverage. Transitions between access point control
do not affect the transmission of the audio channel.
2.4 GHz Channel Agility to Avoid Interference
When interference is present from Wi-Fi or other devices sharing the spectrum, builtin channel agility automatically switches the access point and all controlled transmitters to a clear channel. Channel agility is able to avoid interference from the following
devices that operate in the 2.4 GHz spectrum:
• Wi-Fi (802.11)
• Cordless phones
• Wireless video
ShowLink Icon
The ShowLink icon appears on the home screens of a linked transmitter and receiver
to indicate that the transmitter is controlled by an access point, enabling ShowLink
control. If the transmitter is beyond the range of the access point, or if the receiver is
off-line, the icon will disappear, indicating a loss of ShowLink control.
Power
The access point is powered through Power Over Ethernet (PoE) enabled network ports. If PoE is not available, an external power supply may be used.
Power Over Ethernet
The Shure Ethernet switch and Axient rack components offer network ports with Power over Ethernet
(PoE). The network port powers the access point as long as the host component is powered on.
1. Insert a CAT-5 Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port located on the body of the access point.
2. The Ethernet PoE connection supplies power for the access point.
External Power Supply (Optional)
If Power over Ethernet (PoE) is not available, power the access point using an external power source
supplying 15 V DC ±10% (600 mA).
1. Connect the power source to the external power supply jack.
2. Tighten the locking ring to secure the plug.
3. Plug the power supply AC line cord into an AC power source.
4. Connect a CAT 5 Ethernet cable to the access point to provide a network connection.
External Power Supply Jack
PUSH
Ethernet Port
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