Congratulations! Welcome to Shure SLX Wireless. Your new system is rugged, reliable, easy to set
up and operate, and produces outstanding audio clarity. Whether you’re a vocalist, guitarist, or instrumentalist, your SLX Wireless system will show you how easy wireless can be, and how good wireless
can sound.
This user guide and the Quick Setup guide included with your system will tell you all you need to
know to get your system working right away.
Welcome to the world of SLX: smart, hard-working wireless.
Frequency Band Selection
Most countries closely regulate the radio frequencies used in the transmission of wireless information. These regulations state which devices can use which frequencies, and help to limit the amount
of RF (radio frequency) interference in all wireless communications.
To be flexible enough to operate worldwide, SLX receivers are available in multiple dedicated frequency models. Each dedicated frequency range, or band, spans up to 24 MHz of the wireless broadcast spectrum. Available bands are:
H5: 518–542 MHz
J3: 572–596 MHz
L4: 638–662 MHz
P4: 702–726 MHz
To facilitate system setup and protect against RF interference, each system comes with multiple
predefined frequency groups and channels.
When using a single SLX system, the operating frequency will generally not have to be changed.
In an installation with multiple receiver/transmitter systems, each system must operate on a separate
channel. The group and channel system provides an optimum frequency spread when using multiple
systems.
Within a single frequency band, up to 12 individual transmitter/receiver systems may be used in a
single installation. In regions where additional frequency bands are available, it is possible to operate
up to 20 systems simultaneously. Check with your local Shure retailer for information on which bands
are available in your area.
R5: 800–820 MHz
S6: 838–865 MHz
JB: 806–810 MHz
Q4: 740–752 MHz
What Do You Want to Do
Now?
Learn about your SLX4 Receiver
Power, lock/unlock, front and back panel features: See “SLX4 Receiver Features” on page 5 and
“SLX4 Receiver Programming” on page 9.
Learn about your SLX2 Handheld Transmitter
Power, mute, gain, lock/unlock, other features: See “SLX2 Handheld Transmitter” on page 6 and
“SLX1 and SLX2 Transmitter Programming” on page 10.
Learn about your SLX1 Bodypack Transmitter
Power, mute, gain, lock/unlock, other features: See “SLX1 Bodypack Transmitter” on page 7 and
“SLX1 and SLX2 Transmitter Programming” on page 10.
Program your SLX Receiver and Transmitter
Frequency selection, LCD features, using the select and menu buttons: See “SLX Programming”
on page 9.
Learn how to use multiple systems in a single installation
Patent numbers 6,597,301, 5,794,125, and 5,692,057.
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Shure SLX Wireless
System Components
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All systems include:
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SLX4 receiver
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Rack mount supplies
•Short rack ear
•Long rack ear
•Link bar to mount to similar receiver
•Extension cables and connectors for front-mounting antennas
•8 rack ear screws
•4 rack mount screws with washers
•2 antenna hole plugs
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Protective bumpers
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2 AA batteries (4 in combo systems)
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Power supply
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User guide
Vocalist system includes:
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Microphone Head (choice of SM58®, SM86, Beta 58A®, Beta 87A, or Beta 87C)
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SLX2 handheld transmitter
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Microphone clip
SLX
User Guide
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Wireless Systems
SLX
Lavalier, Headworn, and Instrument systems include:
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SLX1 bodypack transmitter
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Microphone (choice of WL93 , WL184 or WL185 , WH30 , or Beta 98H/C )
Guitar system includes:
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SLX1 bodypack transmitter
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1/4” to mini 4-pin guitar cable
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SLX4 Receiver Features
Front Panel
English
SLX4
menu
audio
selectreadysync
H5 518-542 Mhz
Audio LED
Indicates strength of incoming audio
signal.
LCD panel
See “SLX Programming” on page 9.
Menu switch
Press to scroll through menu options.
See “SLX Programming” on page 9.
Select switch
Press to select the currently displayed
menu option. See “SLX Programming”
on page 9.
Sync Ready Indicator
Illuminates when frequencies of
receiver and transmitter are
synchronized. See “SLX Programming”
on page 9.
Infrared (IR) port
Broadcasts IR signal to transmitter to
synchronize frequencies.
Sync Button
Press to initiate IR connection between
receiver and transmitter. See “SLX
Programming” on page 9.
On/Off switch
Tap to turn on, hold to turn off.
Frequency Band
Indicates the name and range of
receiver frequency band.
Adding protective bumpers
Recommended if receiver is not rack
mounted. Use supplied screws. For
rack-mounting instructions, See “Rack-
Mounting an SLX Receiver” on
page 11.
Back Panel
ANTENNA B
12–18 V
160 mA
POWER
BALANCED
LOW Z
MIC OUTLINE OUT VOLUMEANTENNA A
Antenna jack B
AC adapter jack
Adapter cord tie-off
Follow steps shown to secure cord to
receiver body
XLR output jack
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1/4” output jack
Volume adjustment dial
Decreases receiver output level. See
“Receiver Volume Control” on page 12.
Antenna jack A
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SLX2 Handheld Transmitter
SLX
Shure SLX Wireless
Features
Interchangeable microphone head (SM58 pictured)
Power / Infrared (IR) / Mute indicator
Green: ready
Amber: mute on
Flashing red: IR transmission in process
Glowing red: battery power low
LCD screen
See “SLX1 and SLX2 Transmitter Programming” on page 10.
On-off / mute switch
Press and hold to turn on or off. Press and release to mute or unmute.
To avoid accidentally muting the microphone during a performance, lock the front panel
while the microphone is in use. See “Lock or Unlock Transmitter Settings” on page 10.
Select switch
See “SLX1 and SLX2 Transmitter Programming” on page 10.
IR port
Receives infrared beam to synchronize frequencies. When using multiple systems, only one
transmitter IR port should be exposed at a time.
Changing Batteries
●
Expected life for an Alkaline battery is approximately 8 hours.
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When the transmitter light glows red, the batteries should be changed immediately, as
shown on the left.
Adjusting Gain
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Access the gain adjustment switch by unscrewing the head of the microphone.
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Two gain settings are available on the SLX2. Choose a setting appropriate for vocal
volume and for the performing environment. Use the tip of a pen or a small screwdriver
to move the switch.
•
0dB:
For quiet to normal vocal performance.
•
–10dB:
SLX
For loud vocal performance.
S
IA
SLX
B
IO
D
U
A
-10dB
0dB
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SLX1 Bodypack
Transmitter
English
Features
Antenna
Power / Infrared (IR) / Mute indicator
Green: ready
Amber: mute on
Flashing red: IR transmission in process
Glowing red: battery power low
LCD screen
See “SLX1 and SLX2 Transmitter Programming” on page 10.
Select switch
See “SLX1 and SLX2 Transmitter Programming” on page 10.
On-off / mute switch
Press and hold to turn on or off. Press and release to mute or unmute.
4-Pin Microphone Input Jack
IR port
Receives infrared beam to synchronize frequencies. When using multiple systems, only one
transmitter IR port should be exposed at a time.
Gain adjustment switch (see below)
Wearing the Bodypack Transmitter
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Clip the transmitter to a belt or slide a guitar strap through the transmitter clip as
shown.
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For best results, slide the transmitter until the belt is pressed against the base of the
clip.
Changing Batteries
●
Expected life for an Alkaline battery is approximately 8 hours.
●
When the transmitter light glows red, the batteries should be changed immediately, as
shown on the left.
-10 0 m
Adjusting Gain
●
Three gain settings are available on the SLX1. Choose the appropriate setting for your
ic
instrument.
•
mic
: Microphone
•
0
: Guitar with passive pickups
•
-10
: Guitar with active pickups
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Shure SLX Wireless
Single System Setup
MASTER LIST
MANUAL
CHANNEL
SELECT
or
CHANNEL
DISPLAY
FREQUENCY
SELECT
MHz
EXIT
MASTER
LIST
< 15 cm (8 in
GROUP
888.888
GROUP
AUTO
SELECT
CHANNEL
SELECT
Follow these steps when using a single SLX system:
menuselect
sync
ANTENNA
A
LOW BATT
1. Automatic Frequency Selection
Scans for an available channel and sets the receiver to that channel.
B
2. Automatic Transmitter Setup
Open the transmitter battery compartment to display the infrared (IR) port (see page 6 and
.)
page 7).
With the IR port exposed to the receiver, press sync.
Multiple System Setup
Follow these steps when using multiple SLX systems in a single installation:
1.Turn all receivers on and all transmitters off.
2.Set all receivers to the same frequency group (see “Group Selection” on page 9).
3.Perform Automatic Frequency Selection from the Single System Setup section
above.
4.Turn on the first transmitter.
5.Perform Automatic Transmitter Setup from the Single System Setup section above.
Repeat for each system.
Be sure that only one transmitter’s IR port is exposed when synchronizing a system.
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English
SLX Programming
MASTER LIST
CHANNEL
GROUP
888.888
GROUP
AUTO
SELECT
CHANNEL
SELECT
GROUP
888.888
GROUP
AUTO
SELECT
CHANNEL
SELECT
GROUP
888.888
GROUP
AUTO
SELECT
CHANNEL
SELECT
MANUAL
CHANNEL
SELECT
MANUAL
CHANNEL
SELECT
MANUAL
CHANNEL
SELECT
DISPLAY
FREQUENCY
SELECT
CHANNEL
DISPLAY
FREQUENCY
SELECT
CHANNEL
DISPLAY
FREQUENCY
SELECT
MASTER LIST
MASTER LIST
MHz
EXIT
MASTER
LIST
MHz
EXIT
MASTER
LIST
MHz
EXIT
MASTER
LIST
ANTENNA
A
LOW BATT
ANTENNA
A
LOW BATT
ANTENNA
A
LOW BATT
Any option displayed on screen will generally “time out” after five seconds.
SLX4 Receiver Programming
Group Selection
Allows manual selection of a frequency group. Pressing select increases the group number
B
by one. When the correct frequency is displayed, either wait five seconds for the screen to time
menuselectsync
2x
out, or press sync. For best results when operating multiple systems, set all systems to a single
group; then set each system to a unique channel within that group.
For more information on frequency groups and channels, see “Frequency Band Selection” on
page 2.
Manual Channel Selection
Allows manual selection of a frequency channel. Pressing select increases the channel num-
B
ber by one.When the correct frequency is displayed, either wait five seconds for the screen to
menuselectsync
3x
time out, or press sync.
Display Frequency
Displays the current frequency in Mhz for approximately 5 seconds. Press and hold to in-
B
crease display length.
menuselect
4x
MASTER LIST
GROUP
GROUP
MANUAL
CHANNEL
SELECT
MANUAL
CHANNEL
SELECT
MANUAL
CHANNEL
SELECT
CHANNEL
DISPLAY
FREQUENCY
SELECT
CHANNEL
DISPLAY
FREQUENCY
SELECT
CHANNEL
DISPLAY
FREQUENCY
SELECT
MASTER
MASTER LIST
MASTER
MASTER LIST
MASTER
GROUP
888.888
GROUP
AUTO
SELECT
CHANNEL
SELECT
888.888
AUTO
SELECT
CHANNEL
SELECT
GROUP
888.888
GROUP
AUTO
SELECT
CHANNEL
SELECT
EXIT
LIST
EXIT
LIST
EXIT
LIST
MHz
MHz
MHz
ANTENNA
A
LOW BATT
ANTENNA
A
LOW BATT
ANTENNA
A
LOW BATT
Lock or Unlock Receiver Settings
Hold down the Select key and press Menu to lock or unlock the receiver. When locked, the
B
current receiver settings cannot be changed.
menuselect
+
Antenna Status
Indicates RF activity. Only one antenna is active at any one time.
B
Transmitter Battery Status
Indicates a low transmitter battery charge.
B
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SLX1 and SLX2 Transmitter Programming
Shure SLX Wireless
Incompatible
MASTER LIST
GROUP
8888
CHANNEL
Incompatible
MASTER LIST
GROUP
8888
Incompatible
MASTER LIST
GROUP
8888
Incompatible
MASTER LIST
GROUP
8888
Incompatible
MASTER LIST
GROUP
8888
CHANNEL
CHANNEL
CHANNEL
CHANNEL
Manually Select a Group and/or Channel
select
1.Press and hold the select button until the GROUP and CHANNEL displays begin to
alternate.
2.To change the group setting, release the select button while GROUP is displayed
While GROUP is flashing, pressing select increases the group setting by one.
3.To change the channel setting, release the select button while CHANNEL is displayed
. While CHANNEL is flashing, pressing select increases the channel setting by one.
Lock or Unlock Transmitter Settings
select
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Press the mute/power and select buttons simultaneously to lock or unlock the transmitter settings. When locked, the current settings cannot be changed manually. Locking the transmitter
does not disable infrared synchronization.
Battery Status
Indicates charge remaining in transmitter batteries.
Master List Indicator
Indicates that a master list frequency is currently in use. No group or channel information is
displayed.
Note: the transmitter cannot be used to change master list settings.
.
GROUP
8888
MASTER LIST
MANUAL
CHANNEL
SELECT
MANUAL
CHANNEL
SELECT
MANUAL
CHANNEL
SELECT
CHANNEL
DISPLAY
FREQUENCY
SELECT
CHANNEL
DISPLAY
FREQUENCY
SELECT
CHANNEL
DISPLAY
FREQUENCY
SELECT
EXIT
MASTER
LIST
MASTER LIST
EXIT
MASTER
LIST
MASTER LIST
EXIT
MASTER
LIST
GROUP
888.888
GROUP
AUTO
SELECT
CHANNEL
SELECT
GROUP
888.888
GROUP
AUTO
SELECT
CHANNEL
SELECT
GROUP
888.888
GROUP
AUTO
SELECT
CHANNEL
SELECT
Incompatible
MASTER LIST
CHANNEL
MHz
MHz
MHz
ANTENNA
A
LOW BATT
ANTENNA
A
LOW BATT
ANTENNA
A
LOW BATT
Incompatible Frequency Warning
The incompatible warning indicates that the receiver and transmitter are transmitting on dif-
ferent frequency bands. Contact your Shure retailer for assistance.
The Master Frequency List
menu
Using the Master List
The “Master List” of frequencies should be accessed only by experienced users in situations
B
which call for precise frequency selection. The “Master List” is a comprehensive index of all avail-
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able frequencies in 25 kHz increments.
To access the Master List, hold down the menu button while powering on the SLX receiver.
menuselect
Select Frequencies in the Master List
While FREQUENCY SELECT is flashing, the select button scrolls down through all available
B
frequencies; the menu button scrolls up. Press and release to change the frequency in 25 kHz
select
menu
sync
increments; press and hold to scroll quickly.
When the correct frequency is displayed, either wait five seconds for the screen to time out,
or press sync.
Exit the Master List
menuselect
2x
To exit the Master List and return to normal system operations, press menu, then select.
B
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English
Rack-Mounting an SLX
Receiver
The supplied mounting hardware allows an SLX receiver to be mounted in any standard 19”
audio equipment rack.
Hardware (Included)Assembly
Tools (Not Included)
Rack-Mounting SLX
Receivers
One ReceiverWiringRequired Accessories
• All accessories
12–18 V
170 mA
BALANCED
LOW Z
POWER
SLX4
ANTENNA B
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MIC OUT LINE OUT VOLUMEANTENNA A
supplied
Two Receivers
SLX4
SLX4
Two Receivers with UA220 Antenna Splitter/Combiner Kit
SLX4
SLX4
Three or Four Receivers
UHF ANTENNA / POWER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM
SLX4
SLX4
UA844
POWER
SLX4
•1 x UA440
12–18 V
170 mA
BALANCED
LOW Z
POWER
ANTENNA B
12–18 V
170 mA
BALANCED
LOW Z
POWER
ANTENNA B
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NILES, IL 60714
UNBALANCED
SLX4 RECEIVER
HIGH Z
IC: 616A–SLX4
MIC OUT LINE OUT VOLUMEANTENNA A
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NILES, IL 60714
UNBALANCED
SLX4 RECEIVER
HIGH Z
IC: 616A–SLX4
MIC OUT LINE OUT VOLUMEANTENNA A
12–18 V
170 mA
BALANCED
N108
N108
LOW Z
POWER
ANTENNA B
12–18 V
170 mA
BALANCED
LOW Z
POWER
ANTENNA B
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SLX4 RECEIVER
HIGH Z
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IC: 616A–SLX4
MIC OUT LINE OUT VOLUMEANTENNA A
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SLX4 RECEIVER
HIGH Z
IC: 616A–SLX4
MIC OUT LINE OUT VOLUMEANTENNA A
N108
•1 x UA221
•1 x UA844
12–18 V
170 mA
BALANCED
LOW Z
POWER
ANTENNA B
12–18 V
170 mA
BALANCED
LOW Z
POWER
ANTENNA B
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NILES, IL 60714
UNBALANCED
SLX4 RECEIVER
HIGH Z
IC: 616A–SLX4
MIC OUT LINE OUT VOLUMEANTENNA A
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NILES, IL 60714
UNBALANCED
SLX4 RECEIVER
HIGH Z
IC: 616A–SLX4
MIC OUT LINE OUT VOLUMEANTENNA A
12–18 V
170 mA
BALANCED
N108
N108
LOW Z
POWER
ANTENNA B
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SLX4 RECEIVER
HIGH Z
IC: 616A–SLX4
MIC OUT LINE OUT VOLUMEANTENNA A
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Shure SLX Wireless
Receiver Volume
Control
The volume control dial should generally be left in
the clockwise position. Turning the dial counterclockwise decreases receiver output level.
Tips for Improving System Performance
●
Maintain a line of sight between transmitter and antenna
●
Avoid placing the receiver near metal surfaces or any digital equipment (CD players, computers, etc.)
●
Secure the AC adapter cable to the receiver using the cable retainer loop
●
If rack-mounting the receiver, front-mount the antennas as shown on page 8.
Troubleshooting
IssueIndicator StatusSolution
No sound or faint
sound
Transmitter power light off
Receiver power light off
Receiver display indicates antenna
activity
If adjustments are necessary, use a small screw-
driver to turn the dial.
•Turn transmitter on (see
•Make sure the +/- indicators on battery match the transmitter terminals
•Insert a fresh battery
•Make sure AC adapter is securely plugged into electrical outlet and into
DC input connector on rear panel of receiver
•Make sure AC electrical outlet works and is supplying proper voltage
•Press mute switch on transmitter (see
•Turn up receiver volume control (see
•Increase transmitter gain switch setting (see
•Check cable connection between receiver and amplifier or mixer
pages 6 and 7
)
pages 6 and 7
page 5
)
pages 6 and 7
)
)
Distortion or
unwanted noise
bursts
Distortion level
increases gradually
Sound level different
from cabled guitar or
microphone, or when
using different guitars
Receiver display indicates no
antenna activity; transmitter and
receiver power lights glowing
Transmitter power light glowing red
Incompatible warning on
transmitter
Receiver display indicates antenna
activity
Transmitter power light glowing red
•Extend receiver antennas vertically
•Move receiver away from metal objects
•Check for line of sight between transmitter and receiver
•Move transmitter closer to receiver
•Check that receiver and transmitter are using the same frequency
•Replace transmitter batteries
•The
•Remove nearby sources of RF interference (CD players, computers,
•Change receiver and transmitter to a different frequency (see
•Reduce transmitter gain (see
•Replace transmitter battery
•If using multiple systems, increase the frequency spread between
•Replace transmitter batteries
•Adjust transmitter gain (see
incompatible
transmitting on different frequency bands. Contact your Shure retailer for
assistance.
digital effects, in-ear monitor systems, etc.)
systems (see page 9).
page 5
) as necessary
warning indicates that the receiver and transmitter are
page 9
pages 6 and 7
pages 6 and 7
)
) and receiver volume (see
)
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Specifications
System
Frequency Range and Transmitter Output Level
BandRangeTransmitter output
H5
J3
L4
P4
R5
S6
JB
Q4
NOTE: This Radio apparatus may be capable of
operating on some frequencies not authorized in your
region. Please contact your national authority to obtain
information on authorized frequencies for wireless
microphone products in your region.
Operating Range Under Typical Conditions
100m (300 ft.)
Audio Frequency Response (+/–2 dB)
Minimum: 45 Hz
Maximum: 15 kHz
Total Harmonic Distortion (ref. +/–38 kHz deviation, 1
kHz tone)
0.5%, typical
Signal–to–Noise Ratio
>100 dB A–weighted
Operating Temperature Range
–18°C (0°F) to +57°C (+135°F)
Transmitter Audio Polarity
Positive pressure on microphone diaphragm (or positive
voltage applied to tip of 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.
518–542 MHz 35 mW/15 dBm
572–596 MHz 35 mW/15 dBm
638–662 MHz 35 mW/15 dBm
702–726 MHz 35 mW/15 dBm
800–820 MHz 20 mW/13 dBm
838–865 MHz 10 mW/10 dBm
806–810 MHz 10 mW/10 dBm
740–752 MHz 10 mW/10 dBm
Note: actual range depends on RF signal absorption,
reflection, and interference
Note: battery characteristics may limit this range
SLX1 Bodypack Transmitter
Audio Input Level
+2 dBV maximum at 0 dB gain position
Dimensions
108 mm H x 64mm W x 19 mm D (4.25 x 2.50 x 0.75 in.)
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Regulatory Information
SLX1 & SLX2 Transmitters: Certified to FCC Part 74 (FCC ID: "DD4SLX1" & "DD4SLX2"). Certified
by IC in Canada under RSS-123 and RSS-102 ("IC: 616A-SLX1" and "IC: 616A-SLX2"). This class B
digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. 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.
SLX4 Receiver: Authorized under Declaration of Conformity (DoC) provision of FCC Part 15. Certified under Industry Canada to RSS-123 ("IC: 616A-SLX4"). 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 & 2, 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.
PS 20 Series Power Supplies: Conform to Safety Standard IEC 60065. PS20E and PS20UK are
eligible to bear CE marking.
European Countries and Frequencies
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