Shure orporated QLXD2V50, QLXD1V50 Users manual

WIRELESS SYSTEM

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QLX-D
USER GUIDE

© 2015 Shure Incorporated
27A29879 (Rev. 1)

Le Guide de l’Utilisateur
Bedienungsanleitung
Manuale d’uso
Guia del Usuario
Manual do Usuário

Руководство пользователя

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. READ these instructions.

2. KEEP these instructions.

3. HEED all warnings.

4. FOLLOW all instructions.

5. DO NOT use this apparatus near water.

6. CLEAN ONLY with dry cloth.

7. DO NOT block any ventilation openings. Allow sufficient distances for adequate
ventilation and install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. DO NOT install near any heat sources such as open flames, radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that pro­duce heat. Do not place any open flame sources on the product.

9. DO NOT defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug.
A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A ground­ing type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wider blade or
the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into
your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. PROTECT the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. ONLY USE attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12. USE only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manu­facturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13. UNPLUG this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.

14. REFER all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the ap­paratus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged,
liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15. DO NOT expose the apparatus to dripping and splashing. DO NOT put ob­jects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

16. The MAINS plug or an appliance coupler shall remain readily operable.

17. The airborne noise of the Apparatus does not exceed 70dB (A).

18. Apparatus with CLASS I construction shall be connected to a MAINS
socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.

19. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

20. Do not attempt to modify this product. Doing so could re­sult in personal injury and/or product failure.

21. Operate this product within its specified operating temperature range.

This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage constituting a risk
of electric shock is present within this unit.

This symbol indicates that there are important operating and
maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying this
unit.

WARNING: Voltages in this equipment are hazardous to life. No user-serviceable parts inside.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. The safety certifications do not apply when the
operating voltage is changed from the factory setting.

Important Product Information

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.

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.

Caution: Avoid operating mobile phones and mobile broadband devices near your
wireless system to prevent the possibility of interference.

WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of Cali­fornia to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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QLX-D® Digital Wireless delivers defined, streamlined performance with transparent 24-bit digital
audio. Combining professional features with simplified setup and operation, QLX-D offers outstand­ing wireless functionality for demanding live sound events and installations.

Shure digital wireless technology enables QLX-D to transmit clearly detailed audio with extended,
virtually flat frequency response. Designed to be highly RF spectrum efficient, QLX-D can operate
more than 60 compatible channels simultaneously in a single frequency band. Automatic chan­nel scan and IR sync make finding and assigning an open frequency quick and easy. Ethernet
connection provides networked channel scanning across multiple receivers and Shure Wireless
Workbench® control software compatibility for advanced frequency coordination. AES-256 encryp­tion comes standard and can be easily enabled for secure wireless transmission.

QLX-D also adds Shure rechargeable power options to provide dramatic long-term cost savings
and extended transmitter battery life over alkaline batteries, and battery metering that reports
remaining runtime in hours and minutes. With clearly defined performance and innovation, QLX-D
delivers the very latest in digital wireless technology from Shure.

Features

• Transparent 24-bit digital audio

• Extended 20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency range (microphone dependent)

• 120 dB dynamic range

• Digital predictive switching diversity

• 64 MHz tuning bandwidth (region dependent)

• More than 60 available channels per frequency band (region dependent)

• Up to 17 compatible systems per 6MHz TV band; 22 systems per 8 MHz band

• Easy pairing of transmitters and receivers over IR scan and sync

• Automatic channel scan

• Ethernet networking for multiple receiver systems

• Network channel scanning configures open frequencies for networked receivers

• Compatible with Shure Wireless Workbench® 6 control software

• Remote control from a mobile device or tablet via ShurePlus™ Channels app

• AES-256 encryption for secure wireless transmission

• Elegant and easy-to-use interface with high-contrast LCD menu

• Compatible with external control systems such as AMX or Crestron

• Professional-grade all-metal construction

• Transmitters use 2 AA batteries or Shure SB900 rechargeable battery

Full Manual Online

This guide is a quick reference covering the essential features and functions of the QLX-D system.

A comprehensive version of the guide covering the following topics is available online by visiting
www.shure.com

• Encryption

• Network Scan

• Networking

• Firmware Updates

• Wireless Workbench 6

• Setting IP Addresses and Subnet Masks

• Connecting to External Controls Systems (AMX/Crestron)

• Transmitter RF Power

• Selecting Regional TV Bandwidth

• Combo Systems

• Custom Groups

• Optional Accessories

System Components

① QLXD4 Receiver
② PS23 Power Supply
③ 1/2 Wave Antennas (2)
④ 2 ft. BNC Cables with Bulkhead Adapters (2)
⑤ Choice of QLXD1 Bodypack Transmitter or QLXD2 Handheld Transmitter
⑥ AA Alkaline Batteries (not included in Argentina)
⑦ Rackmount Hardware

Model Variations

Model variations with additional components are available to meet specific performance situations.

QLXD2 Handheld Transmitter

Includes QLXD2 Handheld, available with any of the following microphone cartridges:

• SM58

• Beta 58A

• SM86

• Beta 87A

• SM87A

• Beta 87C

• KSM9

• KSM9HS (black)

Microphone Clip
Battery Contact Cover
Zipper Bag

QLXD1 Bodypack Guitar System

Includes QLXD1 bodypack transmitter
WA305 Premium instrument cable
Zipper Bag

QLXD1 Bodypack Headworn or Lavalier

Includes QLXD1 bodypack, available with any of the following microphone cartridges:

• Beta 98H/C

• WL93

• WL183

• WL184

• WL185

• MX150 (omni)

• MX150 (cardioid)

• MX153 (black or tan)

• SM35

Zipper Bag

Bodypack and Handheld Combo System

• QLXD1 bodypack transmitter with WL185 Microflex cardioid lavalier microphone

• QLXD2 handheld transmitter with Shure SM58 microphone cartridge

• Battery Contact Cover

• Zipper Bag (2)

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Step 1: Power and Antenna Connection

① Connect an antenna to each of the antenna connectors.
② Connect the power supply to the receiver and plug into an AC power source.
③ Connect the receiver audio output to a mixer or amplifier.
④ Press and hold the power button to turn on the receiver.

Step 2: Scanning for the Best Available Channel

1. Press the menu button on the receiver to access the scan function.

2. Press the enter button to start a frequency scan. The scan icon will flash while in scan
mode. When the scan is complete, the selected group and channel appear on the display.

Step 4: IR Sync to Create an Audio Channel

1. Turn on the transmitter.

2. Press the sync button on the receiver. The red ir LED
will blink indicating that sync mode is active.

3. Align the IR sync windows of the transmitter and receiver at a dis­tance of <15 cm (6 in.). When the transmitter and receiver are aligned,
the red ir LED remains on and the sync will automatically occur.

4. sync good appears on the display when IR sync is complete. The blue rf LED
will illuminate indicating that the transmitter is within range of the receiver.

Note: If the IR sync fails, repeat the IR sync procedure, carefully maintaining
alignment between the IR windows of the transmitter and receiver.

Step 5: Sound Check and Gain Adjustment

1. Test the transmitter at performance levels while monitoring the audio meter and
the audio LED. The audio meter should display at least 3 bars and the audio LED
should be green. Reduce the gain if there is audible distortion of the audio.

2. Increase or decrease the gain if necessary by pressing the ar­row buttons on the receiver front panel.

Step 3: Install Batteries into Transmitter

① Accessing the Battery Compartment

② Installing Batteries

Note: If using AA batteries, select a battery type from the transmitter menu to ensure accurate
battery metering.

Press the side tabs on the bodypack or unscrew the cover on the handheld as shown to
access the battery compartment.

- AA Batteries: Place batteries (note polarity markings) and AA Adaptor as

shown

- Shure SB900 Battery: Place battery as shown (note polarity markings),

remove AA Adaptor from bodypack transmitter, stow AA Adaptor in door for
handheld transmitter

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