Shure orporated AD2G57, AD2K53, AD2X55, AD2G55, AD2K54 Users manual

AXIENT DIGITAL

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AD2 TRANSMITTER
USER GUIDE

© 2016 Shure Incorporated
27A (Rev. 1)

Printed in China

Important Product Information

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LICENSING INFORMATION

Licensing: A ministerial license to operate this equipment may be required in certain areas. Consult your national authority for possible requirements.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Shure Incorporated could void your authority to operate the equipment. Licensing of Shure wireless
microphone equipment is the user’s responsibility, and licensability depends on the user’s classification and application, and on the selected frequency.
Shure strongly urges the user to contact the appropriate telecommunications authority concerning proper licensing, and before choosing and ordering
frequencies.

Information to the user

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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

Please follow your regional recycling scheme for batteries, packaging, and electronic waste.

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation of this device is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this
device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux
conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi,
même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

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

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

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

• Only use Shure charger to recharge Shure rechargeable batteries

• WARNING: Danger of explosion if battery incorrectly replaced. Replace only with same or equivalent type.

• 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 other than Shure rechargeable batteries

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

• Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like

Australia Warning for Wireless

This device operates under an ACMA class licence and must comply with all the conditions of that licence including operating frequencies. Before 31
December 2014, this device will comply if it is operated in the 520-820 MHz frequency band. WARNING: After 31 December 2014, in order to comply,
this device must not be operated in the 694-820 MHz band.

AD2 Handheld Transmitter

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The AD2 handheld transmitter delivers ultra-linear RF performance for more channels on-air and superb audio quality in even the most challenging RF
environments. Advanced power management supports extended battery life and provides unmatched reliability. Rugged construction and interchange­able cartridges offer a combination of durability and flexibility to meet the needs of professional audio.

Features

• Ultra-linear RF performance enables more channels on-air

• IR Sync function automatically tunes transmitter to the receiver frequency

• Shure lithium-ion rechargeable battery delivers up to 9 hours of runtime from a single charge

• Advanced control menu to adjust frequency and audio settings from the transmitter

• Lockable user interface prevents accidental or inadvertent changes to controls once settings are made

Included Components

Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
(2)

Transmitter carrying case 95A15475

Zipper bag 26A14

Microphone stand adaptor WA371

Choice of (1) of the following Shure
microphone cartridges:

SM58 (RPW112) KSM9 Champagne (RPW180)

BETA 87C (RPW122) BETA 87A (RPW120)

BETA 58A (RPW 118) KSM9 Black (RPW184)

Optional Accessories

Rechargeable lithium-ion battery

Portable handheld charging station

1-AA battery carrier for handheld
transmitter

Microphone stand adapter WA371

Optional Shure microphone cartridges:

SM58 (RPW112)
SM86 (RPW114)
SM87A (RPW116)
BETA 58A (RPW118)
BETA 87A (RPW120)
BETA 87C (RPW122)
VP68 (RPW124)
KSM9 Champagne (RPW180)
KSM9HS Champagne (RPW182)
KSM9 Black (RPW184)
KSM9HS Black (RPW186)

Transmitters

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① Microphone Cartridge

See Optional Accessories for a list of compatible cartridges.

② Display:

View menu screens and settings. Press any control button to activate
the backlight.

③ Infrared (IR) Port

Align with the receiver IR port during an IR Sync for automated
transmitter programming.

④ Menu Navigation Buttons

Use to navigate through parameter menus and change values.

⑤ Battery Compartment

Requires Shure SB900 rechargeable battery or 2 AA batteries.

⑥ AA Battery Adapter

Remove to accommodate a Shure SB900 battery

⑦ On/Off Switch

Powers the unit on or off.

⑧ Battery Door

Latch to secure batteries

⑨ Handle

Unscrew to access controls and batteries

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2

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Transmitter Controls

Use to navigate through parameter menus and change values.

exit

exit

enter

∨∧ Use to scroll through menu screens and to change param-

Acts as a 'back' button to return to previous menus or pa­rameters without confirming a value change

Enters menu screens and confirms parameter changes

eter values

enter

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Locking the Controls

Lock transmitter controls to prevent accidental or unauthorized changes to
parameters. The lock icon is shown on the home screen when the control
lock in enabled.

1. From the Utilities menu, navigate to Lock
and selection one of the following:

- Yes: Locks the controls

- No: Unlocks the controls

2. Press enter to save.

To quickly unlock a transmitter: Press enter, select Yes, and press enter.