Shure orporated PG2A, PG1A Users manual

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System Components

PG88 Dual Wireless Receiver

PS20

Power Supply

Startup

Follow these simple steps to check for interference and to
set your receiver and transmitter to the same channel .

Turn OFF the microphone



or bodypack.

If left on, it will create a false
busy indicator.

Plug in the power supply.

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If you haven’t installed the



battery, do it now and leave the
cover off.

Turn ON the handheld or



bodypack transmitter by
pressing the power button.

The channel display should
illuminate.

Features

Busy Indicator

When selecting channels,
a flashing dash indicates
interference from television
broadcasts, electronic devices
or other wireless systems.

If this occurs, change the
channel.

Changing Channels

Press and hold the channel
button until the display starts
flashing.

While the display is flashing,
press the channel button.

Locking and Unlocking Transmitter Controls

Lock system controls to prevent accidental muting.

To lock controls: Turn transmitter off. Remove Battery Cover. Press
and hold Channel Button. Press and release Power/Mute button.
Power/Mute LED will flash red and green.

To unlock controls: Press and hold Power/Mute button down until
Power/Mute LED flashes red and green.

Accessing Gain Switch

Multiple gain settings are available on the PG1 and PG2 transmitters.
To change gain settings, see below.

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hassle-free setup for worry-free
performance.
Performance Gear Wireless
systems are available in a
variety of configurations for
handheld, guitar, headset, and

presentation applications.

Printed in U.S.A.

PG4 Wireless

Receiver

PG30

Headworn Mic

PG2 Handheld

Transmitter

PG1

Bodypack

Transmitter

PG185

Lavalier Mic

The channel display should
illuminate.

There is no power switch.

Press and hold down the



channel button until the
display begins flashing.

If you see the Busy
Indicator (a flashing dash)
change the channel.

Wait for the channel display



to stop flashing.

It turns off after ten seconds to
conserve battery.

Check to see that the



transmitter and the receiver
display the same channel .

The ready LED on the receiver
should be illuminated.

Replace battery cover.



The channel is active once
the display stops flashing.

Receiver and transmitter
channels should match.

Testing Audio

Talk or sing into the
microphone or play
instrument.

The audio LED on the
receiver should flicker green
or amber, if red, adjust the

Gain Switch .

0dB For instrument or quiet to normal vocal performance (default).

–10dB Use if audio is distorted due to high vocal or instrument levels.

mic Use for headworn or lavalier microphones (PG1 only).

Wearing the Bodypack Transmitter

Clip the transmitter to belt or
guitar strap as shown.

Make sure the antenna is
unobstructed.

Changing Battery

Expected life for a 9 volt alkaline battery is approximately 8 hours.When the
Power/Mute LED glows red, the battery should be replaced immediately.

Multiple System Setup

To set up multiple systems, repeat the previous steps for each transmitter and
receiver pair. Once transmitters have been set, leave them on. Be sure to set
each transmitter and receiver pair to a different channel. For information about
frequencies and compatibility, refer to channel guide.

LED Status

TRANSMITTER

LED COLOR STATUS

Green Ready

Amber Mute on

Red Battery low

Flashing Red on startup Battery is dead

Flashing Green and Red Controls locked

Flashing Amber and Red Mute on, battery low

RECEIVER

AUDIO LED COLOR INDICATES

Green Normal signal strength

Amber Strong signal

Red Peak signal

READY DISPLAY COLOR INDICATES

Green System is ready

Troubleshooting

Issue LED Status Solution

No sound or
faint sound

Distortion or unwanted noise bursts • Remove nearby sources of RF

Sound level different from cabled
guitar or microphone, or when
using different guitars

Cannot turn
transmitter on

Transmitter Power/
Mute LED on,
receiver LEDs on

Receiver Channel
Display off

• Perform transmitter setup.

• Verify all sound system connections.

• Adjust transmitter gain.

• Make sure AC adapter is securely
plugged into electrical outlet and into
POWER connector on rear panel of
receiver.

• Make sure AC electrical outlet works
and is supplying proper voltage.

Transmitter LED

• Replace transmitter battery.

glowing
or flashing red

Transmitter LED off • Turn transmitter on.

• Make sure the +/– indicators on
battery match transmitter terminals.

• Insert fresh battery.

interference (CD players, computers,
cell phones, digital effects, in-ear
monitor systems, etc.)

• Select a new channel for both receiver
and transmitter.

• Reduce transmitter gain.

• Replace transmitter battery.

• If using multiple systems, change the
channel of one of the active systems.

• Adjust transmitter gain as necessary.

Transmitter LED

• Replace transmitter battery.

flashing red

System Components

All Systems

PG4 or PG88 Receiver

Internal Diversity Antenna System

One 9 volt battery AC Power supply User guide

Vocalist System

Microphone Head PG2 handheld transmitter Microphone clip

Instrument System

PG1 bodypack

transmitter

4-pin mini connector (TA4F) to

1/4” connector cable

Lavalier and Headworn System

PG1 bodypack

Microphone (choice of PG185, PG30)

transmitter

Replacement Parts

All Systems Microphone Stand Adapter (PGX2) WA371

System-Specific AC Adapter (120 VAC, 60 Hz) PS20

AC Adapter (220 VAC, 50 Hz), Argentina PS20AR

AC Adapter (230 VAC, 50/60 Hz, Europlug) PS20E

AC Adapter (230 VAC, 50/60 Hz, UK) PS20UK

AC Adapter (100 VAC, 50/60 Hz) PS20J

AC Adapter (220 VAC, 50 Hz, China) PS20CHN

AC Adapter (230 VAC, 50 Hz,, Australia) PS20AZ

AC Adapter (220 VAC, 60 Hz, Korea PS20K

PG58 Head with Grille RPW108

Belt Clip 44A8035

Optional Universal Rack Tray URT

4-pin mini connector (TA4F) to 1/4”
connector cable

WA302

Technical Specifications

System

Working Range 75m (250 ft.) Note: actual range depends on RF signal absorption, reflection,

Audio Channel Response Minimum: 45 Hz.

Total Harmonic Distortion 0.5%, typical

Dynamic Range >100 dB A-weighted, typical

Operating Temperature
Range

Transmitter Audio Polarity Positive pressure on microphone diaphragm (or positive voltage to tip of

PG1 Bodypack Transmitter

Audio Input Level –10 dBV maximum at “mic” gain position

Gain Adjustment Range 30 dB

Input Impedance 1mΩ

RF Transmitter Output 10 mW typical (dependent on applicable country regulations)

Dimensions 110 mm H x 64 mm W x 21 mm D (4.3 x 2.5 x 0.8 in.)

Weight 75 grams (2.6 oz.) without battery

Housing Molded ABS

Power Requirements One 9V alkaline or rechargeable battery

Battery Life >8 hours (alkaline)

PG2 Handheld Transmitter

Audio Input Level +2 dBV maximum at –10dB position

Gain Adjustment Range 10dB

RF Transmitter Output 10 mW typical (dependent on applicable country regulations)

Dimensions 223.52 L x 53.34 Dia. (8.8 in. x 2.10 in.)

Weight 218 grams (7.7 oz.) without battery

Housing Molded ABS handle and battery cup

Power Requirements One 9V alkaline or rechargeable battery

Battery Life >8 hours (alkaline)

and interference.

Maximum: 15 kHz (overall system channel depends on
microphone element).

Ref. +/– 33 kHz deviation, 1 kHz tone

–18°C (0°F) to +57°C (+135°F)
Note: battery characteristics may limit this range

WA302 phone plug) produces positive voltage on pin 2 (with respect to pin 3
of low impedance output) and the tip of the high impedance 1/4-inch output.

+10 dBV maximum at 0dB gain position
+20 dBV maximum at –10dB gain position

–8 dBV maximum at 0dB position

Technical Specifications cont’d

PG4 and PG88 Receiver

Output Impedance XLR connector: 200 Ω 1/4 inch connector: 1kΩ

Audio Output Level Ref.
+/– 33 kHz deviation with
1 kHz tone

Sensitivity –105 dBm for 12 dB SINAD, typical

Image Rejection >50 dB, typical

Dimensions 188 mm L x 103 mm W x 40 mm D (7.4 in. x 4.0 in. x 1.5 in.)

Dimensions - PG88 388 mm L x 116 mm W x 40 mm D (15.3 in. x 4 in. x 1.5 in.)

Weight 241 grams (8.5 oz)

Weight - PG88 429 grams (15.1 oz)

Housing Molded ABS

Power Requirements 12–18 Vdc at 160 mA (PG4), 320mA (PG88), supplied by external

XLR connector (into 100K Ω load): –19 dBV, typical
1/4 inch connector (into 100K Ω load): –5 dBV, typical

power supply

Regulatory Information

Regulatory Information for North America, Europe, and Australia
PG1 & PG2 Transmitters: Certified to FCC Part 74 (FCC ID: “DD4PG1” and “DD4PG2”).
Certified by IC in Canada under RSS-123 and RSS-102 (“IC: 616A-PG1” and “IC: 616A­PG2”). Meets the essential requirements of the European R&TTE Directive 99/5/EC (ETSI EN
300-422 Parts 1 & 2, EN 301 489 Parts 1 & 9) and are eligible to carry the CE marking.
PG4 and PG88 Receiver: Authorized under Declaration of Conformity (DoC) provision of

0978

FCC Part 15. Certified under Industry Canada to RSS-123 (“IC: 616A-PG4”). This class B
digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Meets the essential requirements of the
European R&TTE Directive 99/5/ EC (EN 301 489 Parts 1 & 9, EN 300 422 Parts 1 & 2) and
is eligible to carry the CE marking. Conforms to Australian EMC requirements and is eligible
for C-Tick marking.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class

N108
Z540

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 channel 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 receiver.

-- Connect the equipment into 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.

PS20 Series Power Supplies: Conform to Safety Standard IEC 60065.
PS20E and PS20UK are eligible to bear CE marking.

A ministerial license may be required to operate this equipment in certain areas. Consult
your national authority for possible requirements.

This radio equipment is intended for use in musical professional entertainment and similar
applications.

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Caution

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Shure Incorporated for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 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.

Patents

Patent numbers 6,597,301 and 6,296,565

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