Shure UA860V Quick Start Manual

General Description

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(UA8)

The Shure UA860V is a passive, ground-reference omnidirectional VHF an­tenna for use with VHF wireless systems.

Features

• Greatly improves reception of wireless signal

Installation

• Choose a location for installing the antenna that follows the proper
guidelines for cabling and antenna placement.

• Connect the provided UA8 antenna to the top plate of the UA860V.

• Connect the UA860V to the receiver or antenna distribution system.

• Mount the UA860V to a microphone stand. For best performance, keep
the antenna upright and the grounding plate horizontal.

UA860V

Passive Omnidirectional Antenna

• Omnidirectional dipole reception pattern

• Integrated microphone stand adapter

• Includes UA8-174-216 antenna, thread adapter, and a 3m (10ft) coaxial
antenna cable

Cable Maintenance

To maintain top performance for antenna cables:

• Avoid sharp bends or kinks in the cables.

• Do not deform cables with makeshift clamps, such as bending a nail over
the cable.

• Do not use in permanent outdoor installations.

• Do not expose to extreme moisture.

UA860V Installation

Antenna Placement

Use the following guidelines when mounting antennas:

• Receivers, amplifiers, and other accessories must be rated for use within
the same frequency range as the antenna.

• Mount antennas at least one wavelength (1.75 m) apart.

• Keep antennas away from metal objects.

• Position antennas so there is nothing obstructing a line of sight to the
transmitter (including the audience).

• Place antennas as close as possible to transmitter, such as to the side
of the stage (instead of a front of house location).

Selecting Antenna Cables

Use 50 ohm low-loss coaxial cable, such as RG-8U. Shure offers pre-termi­nated antenna cables ranging from 6 to 100 feet.

• For cable runs exceeding 50 feet (15 meters), an in-line amplifier (Shure
UA834) might be necessary to compensate for signal loss.

Important: Always perform a "walk around" test to verify coverage before
using a wireless system during a speech or performance. Experiment with
antenna placement to find the optimum location. If necessary, mark "trouble
spots" and ask presenters or performers to avoid those areas.

Find More Information Online

For more information, visit http://www.shure.com

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Specifications

Shure IncorporatedUA860V Passive Omnidirectional Antenna

RF Frequency Range

174 to 216 MHz

Reception Pattern

Omnidirectional, Dipole

Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR)

referenced to 50 Ω

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Accessories

Furnished Accessories

PA72510 ft. BNC-BNC Coaxial Cable

31A18565/8" to 3/8" Thread Adapter

Certifications

This product meets the Essential Requirements of all relevant European di­rectives and is eligible for CE marking.

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: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Connector

Female, BNC

Dimensions

284 mm x 39 mmdia.

Net Weight

without cable

275 g (9.72 oz.)

Shure Incorporated 5800 West Touhy Avenue Niles, IL 60714-4608 USA Phone: [phone] Email: [e-mail]

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