Shure ULX2/BETA87A-J1 User's Guide

ULX Wireless System

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Shure ULX Wireless

ULX System Components

All systems include either a ULXS4

Standard Diversity Receiver or ULXP4

Professional Diversity Receiver.

Bodypack systems include a choice of lavalier,

headworn, or instrument microphones.

WH30, WCM16, WBH53/54

WB98H/C

WL93, WL183/184/185, WL50/51

ULXP4 receivers include rack-mounting hardware. Guitar systems include a 1/4” to mini 4-pin cable.

WA302

UA507

Handheld systems include

a choice of interchangeable

microphone heads.

SM58, SM86, SM87A, Beta 58, Beta 87C

UA506

Antennas

ULXP4, ULXS4

FULL RACK MOUNT HARDWARE

1/2 RACK MOUNT HARDWARE

Active Antennas

The antenna connectors on the ULX receiver provide 12 Vdc for active circuit antennas. Caution: Use only Shure antenna accessories to ensure the best operation. Do not use split-

ters, combiners, or antennas that provide a DC ground, as this can cause the receiver to function improperly.

UA802 UA806 UA825 UA850 UA100

Antenna Combiners and Accessories

The supplied antennas can be connected directly to the BNC-type ANTENNA connectors. However, optional antenna mounting accessories from Shure can improve reception and reduce rack clutter. Use the following guidelines:

• Antennas and receivers must be from the same band.

• Mount antennas more than 40 cm (16 inches) apart.

• Use Shure UA825 or UA850 low-loss coaxial antenna cable (or any 50 ohm, low-loss cable such as RG-8U).

Visit www.shure.com for more information on wireless antenna accessories.

UA802 UA806 UA825 UA850 UA100

UA820

Coaxial Cables

UA440

Antenna Rack Mount Kit

UA600

Front Mount Antenna Kit

UA870

Active Directional Antenna

for more focused reception

1/2-Wave Antenna

included with ULXP4

systems

UA844

Distribution Amplier

combines antennas and power supplies for

multiple receivers

UA830

Inline Antenna Amplier

for long antenna cable runs

Rack Installation Rackmount Options

The following shows rackmounting options for one to four receivers and

ULXP4

ULXP4 DUAL

6 mm (1/4”)

lists the required accessories.

1 x UA506 1 x UA600 2 x UA820

1 x UA440 1 x UA507 4 x UA820

1 x UA844 1 x UA507 4 x UA506

1 x UA844 2 x UA507

Power

ULXP4, ULXS4

Batteries

Power switch

Power Connector

Connect using the supplied AC adapter or certified 14–18 Vdc (550 mA) replacement supply.

ULX1, ULX2 ULX1

ULX2

Battery Life

Use only 9V alkaline or lithium batteries. Typical life for common types of 9V batteries are listed below. For detailed information on battery performance, contact Shure Applications Engineering.

Recommended:

• Lithium (16 hours)

• Alkaline (8 hours)

Not recommended:

• Carbon-Zinc (½ hour)

• Rechargeable Ni-Cd (2 hours)

• Rechargeable Ni-MH (2½ hours)

NOTE:

• Battery life varies with type and manufacturer.

• Batteries stored for more than a year or stored in excessively hot

environments may experience a higher failure rate.

• Do not use rechargeable batteries with a fully-charged rating of greater than 9 V (for example, 9.6 V).

• Transmitters require a minimum of 6 V to operate.

Power/Mute Switch

• Turn transmitter off to mute the microphone or conserve battery power.

• Use the lock feature to avoid accidental muting of the microphone

during a performance.

Power Indicator (BAT)

Green: ready Red: battery power low

NOTE: Remaining battery life varies with battery type.

Battery Indicator

ULX1, ULX2 ULXP4, ULXS4

Hours

Both the transmitter and receiver LCD shows approximate operation time remaining for the transmitter.

Single System

If you encounter wireless interference, perform a channel scan on the receiver and use the selected channel. You usually do not need to change the group.

Changing Group and Channel

If you encounter wireless interference, set the receiver and transmitter to a different channel or group.

Automatic Frequency Scan

Channel Scan

This feature scans for an open channel in the selected group.

ULXP4, ULXS4

ULX1, ULX2

00:00:02

Change Channel

ULXP4, ULXS4

ULX1, ULX2

00:00:02

Change Group

ULXP4, ULXS4

Note: You can reverse the scroll direction by holding SET and pressing MODE.

ULX1, ULX2

Group Scan (ULXP4 only)

The “group scan” feature on the ULXP helps maximize the number of systems you can install at a single venue. It scans for wireless interference and finds the group with the most open channels.

ULXP4

Frequency Master List Mode

Master List mode offers more precise frequency selection for larger, multiple-system installations.

Enter Master List mode on the receiver or transmitter by holding down the SET button for 10 seconds. Set GROUP and CHANNEL as you would in normal mode.

NOTE: The unit must remain in Master List mode to operate at the selected frequency.

Exit Master List mode by holding the SET button for 10 seconds.

Multiple Systems

To maximize performance, set all wireless systems to different channels from the same group. These channels are selected to work well together.

Follow these steps when using group and channel scan with multiple systems.

1. Power off all system transmitters. Turn on all other wireless or digital devices as they would be during the performance or presentation.

2. On the first receiver: Perform a group scan. Note the selected group, then use channel scan to find the first open channel in that group.

3. Power on the first transmitter and set it to the selected group and channel.

4. IMPORTANT: Leave the first transmitter powered on while setting up the next system.

5. For each additional system: Set to the same group as the first. Perform a channel scan and set the receiver and transmitter to the selected channel.

6. Leave each transmitter on while setting up additional systems.

Note:

• Keep each transmitter at least two meters (6 feet) apart.

• If using systems from different bands, set up all systems from the same

band together.

Tip: To reduce setup time, you can manually set up the group and channels before arriving at the venue. Visit www.shure.com for a list of groups and channels that are anticipated to be free of interference in a particular city or region.

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