Shure glxd4 User Manual

GLX-D Wireless System – GLXD4 Receiver

© 2013 Shure Incorporated
27A20555 (Rev. 2)

User Guide

Printed in U.S.A.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. READ these instructions.

2. KEEP these instructions.

3. HEED all warnings.

4. FOLLOW all instructions.

5. DO NOT use this apparatus near water.

6. CLEAN ONLY with dry cloth.

7. DO NOT block any ventilation openings. Allow sufficient distances for adequate ventila­tion and install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. DO NOT install near any heat sources such as open flames, radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Do not place any open
flame sources on the product.

9. DO NOT defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or groundingtype plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades
and a third grounding prong. The wider blade or the third prong are provided for your
safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replace­ment of the obsolete outlet.

10. PROTECT the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, conve­nience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. ONLY USE attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12. USE only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manu­facturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13. UNPLUG this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.

14. REFER all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the ap­paratus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged,
liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15. DO NOT expose the apparatus to dripping and splashing. DO NOT put objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

16. The MAINS plug or an appliance coupler shall remain readily operable.

17. The airborne noise of the Apparatus does not exceed 70dB (A).

18. Apparatus with CLASS I construction shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet with a
protective earthing connection.

19. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or
moisture.

20. Do not attempt to modify this product. Doing so could result in personal injury and/or
product failure.

21. Operate this product within its specified operating temperature range.

This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage constituting a risk of
electric shock is present within this unit.

This symbol indicates that there are important operating and mainte­nance instructions in the literature accompanying this unit.

WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth

defects or other reproductive harm.

WARNING: Danger of explosion if battery incorrectly replaced. Operate only with Shure compatible batteries.

WARNING: Battery packs shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire, or the like.

WARNING

• Battery packs may explode or release toxic materials. Risk of fire or burns. Do not open, crush, modify, disassemble, heat above 140°F
(60°C), or incinerate

• Follow instructions from manufacturer

• Never put batteries in mouth. If swallowed, contact your physician or local poison control center

• Do not short circuit; may cause burns or catch fire

• Do not charge or use battery packs with other than specified Shure products

• Dispose of battery packs properly. Check with local vendor for proper disposal of used battery packs

Note:

• This equipment is intended to be used in professional audio applications.

• EMC conformance is based on the use of supplied and recommended cable types. The use of other cable types may degrade EMC
performance.

• Use this battery charger only with the Shure charging modules and battery packs for which it is designed. Use with other than the
specified modules and battery packs may increase the risk of fire or explosion.

• Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Shure Incorporated could void your authority to operate this equipment.

Note: Use only with the included power supply or a Shure-approved equivalent.

System Overview

The new groundbreaking GLX-D Wireless Systems from Shure combine the leading edge of Automatic Frequency Management technology with best-in­class intelligent lithium-ion battery rechargeability, world-renowned microphones and unparalleled design and construction. Available in a wide offering
of bodypack and handheld configurations - including vocal, headset and presenter systems as well as traditional guitar options. The revolutionary GLX-D
Wireless Systems define the newest standard for seamless ease of operation and exceptional digital audio clarity.

• Exceptional digital audio clarity

• Operates in 2.4 GHz spectrum, available worldwide

• Rechargeable batteries deliver cost-efficiency and up to 16 hours of
runtime

• Adjustable transmitter gain to optimize audio signal

• Automatically moves away from interference without audio interruption

• RF back-channel for remote control of transmitter functions

• Globally-unlicensed 2.4 GHz frequency band allows operation of up
to 4 compatible systems in a typical setting and up to 8 compatible
systems under ideal conditions

• Automatic transmitter power-off to conserve battery life when
transmitter is not in use

Included Components

Shure Rechargeable Battery SB902

Micro USB Battery Charger SBC-USB

Power Supply PS42

Optional Accessories

Car Battery Charger SBC-CAR

Stand Alone Single Battery
Charger

SBC-902

Carrying Case 95E16526

Quick Start

To reduce set up time, the transmitter and receiver automatically link to form an audio channel the first time they are powered on and never have to be
linked again.

Note: When setting up multiple receiver systems, turn on and link each transmitter/receiver pair one at a time to prevent cross-linking.

Step ①

Connect power supply to the receiver and plug cord into an AC
power source. Connect the audio output to an amplifier or mixer.

Step ②

Install charged transmitter batteries.

Step ③

Turn on the transmitter and receiver. The blue RF LED will flash while
the transmitter and receiver form a link. When the link has successfully
formed, the RF LED will remain illuminated.

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linked for future usage. At power-up, the blue RF
LED will illuminate, skipping the linking step.

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Check the audio and adjust the gain if necessary.

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GLXD4 Receiver Controls and Connectors

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① Antenna

Two antennas per receiver. Antennas pick up the signal from the
transmitter.

② RF Status LED

• ON = Linked transmitter is on

• Flashing = Searching for transmitter

• OFF = Linked transmitter off or transmitter unlinked

③ Group Button

Press and hold for two seconds to enable manual group edit.

④ Link Button

Press to manually link receiver to a transmitter or to activate the
remote ID function

⑤ Channel

• Momentary press to start a channel scan

• Press and hold 2 seconds to enable manual channel edit

⑥ LCD Screen

Displays receiver and transmitter status.

⑦ Gain Buttons

Press to increase or decrease transmitter gain in 1 dB increments.

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Rear Panel

⑧ Battery Charging Indicator

Illuminates when battery is in charging bay:

• Red = battery charging

• Green Flashing = battery charge > 90%

• Green = battery charged

• Amber Flashing = charging error, replace battery

⑨ Battery Charging Bay

Charges transmitter battery while receiver is powered.

⑩ Power Switch

Powers the unit on and off.

⑪ Power Supply Jack

Connect the supplied 15 V DC external power supply.

⑫ Mic Out

XLR microphone output jack supplies microphone-level audio output.

⑬ USB Port

For uploading firmware updates

⑭ Instr Out

TRS ¼" (6.35mm) audio output. Connect to mixers, recorders, and
amplifiers.

Receiver Screen

① Group

Displays the selected group.

② Channel

Displays the selected channel.

③ Transmitter Battery Runtime

Displays remaining battery life in hours and minutes.
Alternatively displays the following battery status:

• CALC = battery life calculation

• Lo = battery life less than 15 minutes

• Err = replace battery

④ Audio Meter

Indicates audio signal level and peaks.

⑤ Gain

Displays transmitter gain settings (dB).

⑥ OL Indicator

Indicates audio overload, reduce gain.

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⑦ Transmitter Locked

Displayed when linked transmitter controls are locked.

⑧ Scanning

Indicates a scan is in progress.

⑨ Auto

Indicates that the selected group has backup channels available.

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Transmitters

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① Antenna

Carries wireless signal.

② Status LED

LED color and state indicate transmitter status.

③ Power Switch

Turns the transmitter on/off.

④ TA4M Input Jack

Connects to a 4-Pin mini connector (TA4F) microphone or instrument
cable.

⑤ Micro USB Charging Port

Connect to USB battery charger.

⑥ Link Button

• Press and hold within 5 seconds of power-on to manually link with
receiver

• Press momentarily to activate Remote ID function

⑦ Battery Compartment

Holds 1 Shure rechargeable battery.

⑧ Microphone Cartridge

GLXD-2 transmitter models are available with the following cartridge
types: SM58, Beta 58, SM86, Beta 87A.

Transmitter Status LED

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LED is green during normal operation.

LED color or flashing indicates a change in transmitter status as shown in
the following table:

Color State Status

Green Flashing

transmitter attempting relink with receiver

(slow)

Flashing

unlinked transmitter searching for receiver

(fast)

Flashes
3 times

indicates locked transmitter when power switch
is pressed

Red On battery life < 1 hour

Flashing battery life < 30 minutes

Red/

Flashing remote ID active

Green

Amber Flashing battery error, replace battery

Wearing the Bodypack Transmitter

Clip the transmitter to a belt or slide a guitar strap through the transmitter
clip as shown.

For best results, the belt should be pressed against the base of the clip.

• Position the headworn microphone 13 mm (1/2 in.) from the corner of
your mouth.

• Position lavalier and headworn microphones so that clothing, jewelry,
or other items do not bump or rub against the microphone.

Correct Microphone Placement

• Hold the microphone within 12 inches from the sound source.

• For a warmer sound with increased bass presence, move the
microphone closer to the sound source.

• Do not cover grille with hand.

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