Shure P6HW User Guide

Model PSM 600 User Guide

Shure PSM

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600

PSM Personal Stereo Monitor System

MODEL P6HW USER GUIDE

Hardwired Bodypack with MixMode Control

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27B8584 (Rev. 2)

GUIDE DE L’UTILISATEUR DU MODÈLE P6HW

Bloc d’alimentation câblé avec commande MixMode

BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG MODELL P6HW

Festverdrahteter Tonempfänger mit MixMode–Betrieb

GUIA DEL USUARIO DEL MODELO P6HW

Unidad portátil de conexiones

permanentes con control MixMode

MODELLO P6HW – GUIDA D’USO

Modulo portatile cablato con controllo MixMode

Copyright 2003, Shure Incorporated

Printed in U.S.A.

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WARNING!

USING THIS SYSTEM AT EXCESSIVE VOLUMES CAN

CAUSE PERMANENT HEARING DAMAGE.

USE AS LOW A VOLUME AS POSSIBLE.

In order to use this system safely, avoid prolonged listening at ex­cessive sound pressure levels. Please use the following guide­lines established by the Occupational Safety Health Administra­tion (OSHA) on maximum time exposure to sound pressure levels
before hearing damage occurs.

90 dB SPL at 8 hours
95 dB SPL at 4 hours
100 dB SPL at 2 hours
105 dB SPL at 1 hour
110 dB SPL at
115 dB SPL at 15 minutes

120 dB SPL — avoid or damage may occur

It is difficult to measure the exact Sound Pressure Levels (SPL)
present at the eardrum. In addition to the volume setting on the
PSM, the SPL in the ear is affected by ambient sound from floor
wedges or other devices. The isolation provided by the fit of quali­ty earphones is also an important factor in determining the SPL in
the ear.

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Here are some general tips to follow in the use of this product to
protect your ears from damage:

1. Turn up the volume control only far enough to hear properly.

2. Ringing in the ears may indicate that the gain levels are too
high. Try lowering the gain levels.

3. Have your ears checked by an audiologist on a regular basis.
If you experience wax buildup in your ears, stop using the sys­tem until an audiologist has examined your ears.

4. Wipe the ear molds with an antiseptic before and after use to
avoid infections. Stop using the ear molds if they are causing
great discomfort or infection.

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MODEL P6HW PERSONAL STEREO MONITOR

The Shure P6HW hardwired Personal Stereo Monitor is a
two-channel system designed to replace loudspeakers used for
onstage monitoring. The P6HW has several advantages over
onstage monitor loudspeakers: it is less visible, offers improved
clarity and control of sound, and reduces the chances of feedback.
This portable, lightweight unit also allows freedom of movement
while reducing stage clutter. It is a versatile system, designed for
use in many different sound reinforcement applications: public ad­dress, live music, studio recording, broadcast, and theater.

Features

S Peak limiter with fixed threshold, DIP switch defeatable
S Stereo or MixMode

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control for custom monitor mixes

S Easily accessible volume and balance controls
S Shelving, high frequency boost switch
S Input Clip indicator
S 15 dB input pad switch
S Low Battery Indicator

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P6HW OVERVIEW

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Ê Balance Knob. In stereo control, this knob adjusts the left/right

balance. In MixMode control, this knob adjusts the relative
levels of two different mono signals.

Ë Output Connector. This 3.5-mm jack connects to earphones.
Ì LOW BATT Indicator. This LED illuminates red when the bat-

tery has approximately 45 minutes of operating time remaining.

Í PWR LED. This green LED illuminates when the power is ON

and the battery is fresh.

Î ON/OFF/Volume Knob. Rotate the knob clockwise to turn the

P6HW ON. Rotate the knob further clockwise to increase the
volume.

Ï PEAK LED. Illuminates when the input signal is within 5 dB of

overloading the input.

Ð AUDIO INPUT Connector. A 5-pin connector for input from a

mixer or other sound source. The supplied dual-XLR-to-5-pin­connector Y-cable is required for proper connection.

Ñ Belt Clip. Secures the P6HW to a belt, pocket, or to other

clothing.

Ò Battery Compartment. Press the side buttons to open. Con-

tains one 9-volt battery. This compartment also contains the
DIP Switches.

Ó DIP Switches. Provide features to customize the operation of

the receiver.

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DIP Switches

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DIP

FUNCTION UP DOWN

SWITCH

1 15 dB

left/right
input pad

2 Stereo/

MixMode

3 Equalization

(Flat/High
Boost)

Attenuates left/
right channel
input signal.

MixMode stereo mode

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Gives a 6 dB
boost above 5
kHz for a greater

OFF

normal
response

high-end
response

4 Limiter

Limiter ON Limiter OFF

defeat

IMPORTANT: The Limiter is designed to respond to and limit
the loudness of unexpectedly high signals. It is not designed to
prevent long term exposure to high SPL levels. It is designed for

use with Shure earphones, so the maximum SPL may be dif­ferent with other earphones. We recommend that you always

use the built-in limiter provided with this system. However, a limiter
defeat switch has been provided for those who would prefer to use
an external limiter product.

INSTALLATION

The monitor (or AUX) outputs of the mixer are connected to
the P6HW using the supplied Y-cable. Then, the earphones are
connected to the Output Connector of the P6HW. Starting from
this basic setup, there are several control configurations.

NOTE: The RED dot on the 5–pin end of the Y-cable must
be facing towards the front of the body-pack to work properly.
When connected correctly, the RED dot will face away from
a user wearing the body-pack.

AUX. 1

OUT

Y-CABLE

MIXER

AUX. 2

OUT

OUTPUT
(3.5 MM)

INPUT

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EARPHONE

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Stereo Control

The P6HW will typically be used with stereo control. In Stereo
control, the P6HW receives a stereo signal, such as monitor left
and monitor right, which is then transmitted to the earphone as a
stereo signal.

1. Connect the 5-pin end of the Y-cable to the INPUT connector

of the P6HW. Remember that the RED dot on the connector

must be facing out.

2. Connect the XLR end of the Y-cable marked R to the Right

monitor output.

3. Connect the XLR end of the Y-cable marked L to the Left mon-

itor output.

4. Set DIP switch 2 to STEREO.

5. Proceed with the operation steps (see Operation).

MixMode Control

In MixMode control, the P6HW receives and sends two differ­ent mono monitor mixes. The Balance knob adjusts between the
two mixes. In a typical application, a singer in a band may choose
to have the engineer mix all instruments in channel 1 and his/her
voice in channel 2. By adjusting the balance knob, the singer can
control the volume of the voice compared to the rest of the band.
The following illustration shows how the balance control would af­fect the volume between the two channels in this application. Both
channels come through left and right earphones as a mono signal,
and both mixes are at equal volume at the center detent.

R

L

CH 1

BAND VOLUME LOUDER VOICE VOLUME LOUDER

CH 2

CH 1

R

L

CH 2

1. Connect the 5–pin end of the Y-cable to the INPUT connector

of the P6HW. Remember that the RED dot on the connector

must be facing out.

2. Connect the XLR end of the Y-cable with the RED tubing to

the monitor mix 1 output.

3. Connect the other XLR end of the Y-cable to the Left monitor

mix 2 output.

4. Set DIP switch 2 to MixMode.

5. Proceed with the operation steps (see Operation).

6. While performing, use the balance knob to adjust the volume

balance between the two mixes.

Mono Control

If the monitor mix is mono, only one signal is sent through the
P6HW to both the left and right earphones.

1. Connect the mono output of the mixer to either the left or right

audio input of the P6HW using the supplied Dual XLR to 5–pin

Y-adapter cable.

2. Set DIP switch 2 to MixMode.

3. Turn the balance knob all the way to the side where the mono

signal comes through.

4. Proceed with the operation steps (see Operation).

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OPERATION

IMPORTANT: Before inserting the earphones in the ear, the
power on the P6HW should be OFF in order to avoid a sudden
burst of volume which could potentially cause hearing damage.

1. Insert the earphones.

2. Plug the earphones into the P6HW.

3. Turn the P6HW ON.

4. Slowly rotate the volume knob clockwise to raise the volume

to a comfortable listening level.

5. For the best signal-to-noise ratio, adjust the level of the audio

source so the PEAK LED momentarily “flickers” at peaks.

TROUBLESHOOTING

NOTE: Many of these problems listed might be caused by the ear­phones. Always check to see that the earphones are connected
and are functioning properly.

Problem: The system seems to have no low frequency response.

Check to see that the inverted audio input (XLR pin 3) is terminated
properly at either the output jack or in the cable. If you are using
an unbalanced signal, pin 3 should be grounded. If you are mak­ing your own unbalanced cable, tie XLR pin 3 directly to pin 1.

Problem: The output is distorted or sounds like it is clipping. First
make sure the PEAK LED is not on. If it is on, switch on the 15 dB
pad or lower the input level. Second, if you are hearing the distor­tion on transients and attacks but the PEAK LED is not on, you
may need to run the input signal through an external compressor/
limiter to catch short peaks.

Problem: The system turned itself off. Put in a fresh battery –– the
system shuts itself off when the battery voltage drops below 6.3 V.
You may notice that you can turn the unit off then back on and it
will start up again. This happens because batteries recharge
slightly when not in use. The battery should still be replaced.

Problem: I replaced the battery with a fresh one, but the system
still will not turn on. Check to see that the battery is not installed

backwards.

Problem: Running mono operation, but the sound level is too low.

When running the P6HW in mono, make sure the side balance
control is at the center detent or turned to the channel being used.
The level will be louder the more it is turned toward that channel.

Problem: No sound. Check that the unit is on, the volume is up,
and check all inputs and outputs. Make sure the RED dot on the
5–pin connector is facing away from the unit.

Problem: In Stereo Mode, sound is coming out of only one chan­nel. Check the position of the balance control.

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SPECIFICATIONS

*Referenced to 1 kHz

Frequency Response

26 Hz to 90 kHz (–3 dB)

Total Harmonic Distortion*

0.18% for R

0.08% for R

= 18 Ω

L

= 63 Ω

L

Channel Separation*

40 dB (minimum)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio*

85 dB (minimum)

Output Level*

R

+4.5 dBu (maximum level, 1% THD,

= 18 Ω)

L

Minimum Load Impedance*

16 Ω

Battery Life (with E3 earphones)

10 to 12 hours (depending on volume)

Maximum Input Level

+22 dBu, input pad ON
+7 dBu, input pad OFF

Input Impedance

44 KΩ, input pad ON
77 KΩ, input pad OFF

Connectors

Output: 3.5 mm, stereo (Tip = L+, Ring = R+, Sleeve = ground)
Input: 5-pin (pin 1 indicated by red dot), phantom power pro-

tected.

Dual-XLR-to-5–Pin Y–Cable (supplied)

1

2

1

5

5

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BODYPACK

5–PIN

CONNECTOR

(FEMALE)

CABLE

5-PIN

CONNECTOR

(MALE)

RED DOT ON 5-PIN
CONNECTOR INDICATES PIN 1

2

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PIN ASSIGNMENTS

5-PIN

SIGNAL

1
2
3
4
5

L XLR

R XLR

1

+

–
–

+

1

2

—

—

3

3

—

—

2

XLR CONNECTORS
MARKED:
L = LEFT
R = RIGHT

Dimensions

111 mm (4.371 in.) x 64.5 mm (2.54 in.) x 31.9 mm (1.256 in.)

Net Weight

209.8 g (7.4 oz)

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Certification

Eligible to bear CE Marking. Conforms to European EMC Di­rective 89/336/EEC. Meets applicable tests and performance
criteria in European Standard EN55103 (1996) parts 1 and 2,
for residential (E1) and light industrial (E2) environments.

Furnished Accessories

4 m (12 ft) Dual XLR to 5-Pin Y-Cable PA720. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Optional Accessories

Earhones E3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.3 m (10 ft) XLR to 1/4-in. Cable PA730. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Triple-Flange Ear Inserts (2) PA755. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Foam Ear Inserts (20) and Cleaning Tool PA750. . . . . . . . . . . . .

For additional service or parts information, please contact Shure’s
Service department at 1-800-516-2525. Outside the United
States, please contact your authorized Shure Service Center.

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AVERTISSEMENT !

L’UTILISATION DE CE SYSTÈME À UN VOLUME SONORE

EXCESSIF PEUT CAUSER DES LÉSIONS AUDITIVES

RÉGLER LE VOLUME LE PLUS BAS POSSIBLE.

Pour assurer la sécurité d’utilisation de ce système, éviter l’é­coute prolongée à un niveau de pression acoustique excessif.
Se conformer aux directives ci–dessous, établies par l’Occupa­tional Safety Health Administration (OSHA), pour les limites de
durée d’exposition aux pressions acoustiques avant de risquer
des lésions auditives.

90 dB NPA pendant 8 heures
95 dB NPA pendant 4 heures
100 dB NPA pendant 2 heures
105 dB NPA pendant 1 heure
110 dB NPA pendant 1/2 heure
115 dB NPA pendant 15 minutes

120 dB NPA – éviter. Risques de lésions auditives

PERMANENTES.

Il est difficile de mesurer la pression acoustique (NPA) exacte
au niveau du tympan. Outre le réglage de volume du PSM, le
NPA sur l’oreille est affecté par les retours de scène et autres
dispositifs. L’isolation procurée par l’ajustement d’écouteurs de
bonne qualité est également un facteur important dans la me­sure du NPA au niveau de l’oreille.

Voici quelques conseils d’ordre général pour éviter des lésions
auditives lors de l’usage de ce produit :

1. Régler le volume juste assez fort pour entendre correctement.

2. Un bourdonnement des oreilles peut indiquer que les ni­veaux de gain sont trop élevés. Essayer de réduire les ni­veaux de gain.

3. Se faire examiner régulièrement par un audiologiste. En cas
d’accumulation de cire dans les oreilles, ne plus utiliser le
système avant d’avoir consulté un audiologiste.

4. Essuyer les pavillons des écouteurs avec un produit antisepti­que après chaque utilisation pour éviter les infections. Cesser
d’utiliser les écouteurs s’ils causent une gêne ou une infection.

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MONITEUR STÉRÉO PERSONNEL MODÈLE P6HW

Le moniteur stéréo personnel câblé P6HW est un système à
deux canaux conçu pour remplacer les haut–parleurs de retour de
scène. Le P6HW présente plusieurs avantages par rapport aux
haut–parleurs de retour : Il est moins visible, offre une clarté et un
contrôle du son supérieurs et réduit les risques de larsen. Cet appa­reil portatif et léger permet la liberté de mouvement et réduit l’encom­brement de la scène. Ce système polyvalent est conçu pour de
nombreuses applications : allocutions, concerts, enregistrements
en studio, radiodiffusion et théâtre.

Avantages

 Écrêteur à seuil fixe, invalidé par micro–interrupteur
 Mode stéréo ou Mixmode pour mixage personnel des retours
 Commandes de volume et d’équilibrage faciles d’accès
 Interrupteur de dégradé, amplification haute fréquence
 Indicateur d’écrêtage d’entrée
 Interrupteur d’atténuateur d’entrée 15 dB
 Témoin de pile faible

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GÉNÉRALITÉS SUR LE P6HW

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Ê Bouton d’équilibrage. En mode stéréo, ce bouton permet de

régler l’équilibrage droite/gauche. En mode MixMode, il permet

d’ajuster les niveaux relatifs de deux différents signaux mono.

Ë Connecteur de sortie. Ce jack de 3,5 mm se branche sur les

écouteurs.

Ì Indicateur LOW BATT (pile faible). Cette DEL rouge s’allu-

me lorsque l’autonomie restante de la pile est d’environ 45

minutes.

Í DEL PWR (alimentation). Cette DEL verte s’allume lorsque

l’appareil est ALLUMÉ et que la pile est fraîche.

Î Bouton ON/OFF/Volume (marche/arrêt/volume). Tourner le

bouton vers la droite pour ALLUMER le P6HW. Continuer de

tourner vers la droite pour augmenter le volume.

Ï DEL PEAK (crête). S’allume lorsque le signal d’entrée se trou-

ve à moins de 5 dB de la limite d’écrêtage.

Ð Connecteur AUDIO INPUT (entrée audio). Connecteur

des 5 broches pour le signal provenant d’une table de mélan-

ge ou autre source sonore. La bretelle double XLR du

connecteur des 5 broches fournie est requise pour un bran-

chement correct.

Ñ Clip de ceinture. Permet de fixer le bloc P6HW à une ceinture,

une poche ou une autre pièce de vêtement.

Ò Compartiment de pile. Appuyer sur les boutons latéraux pour

ouvrir. Contient une pile de 9 volts. Ce compartiment renferme

également les micro–interrupteurs.

Ó Micro–interrupteurs. Permettent d’adapter le fonctionnement

du récepteur à l’application.

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