Troubleshooting; System Requirements And Compatibility; Specifications; Optional Accessories - Shure KSE1500 User Manual

Troubleshooting

Issue
The device appears to
be working but no sound
is audible
Audio is distorted
Amplifier does not power
on
Earphones sound dull or
muffled
Battery no longer holds
charge
Device Reset
In the event that the amplifier malfunctions, reboot it by pressing the control knob button and the power button simultaneously for approximately 10 sec-
onds until the device powers down.

System Requirements and Compatibility

Windows • Windows XP
• Windows 7
• Windows 8.1
Macintosh • Mac OS X 10.4 or later
Accessories
Furnished Accessories
• Square zipper pouch
• Leather amplifier case
• Fit Kit with assorted sleeves
• USB cable, Micro-B "On The Go"
• USB cable, Type A to Micro-B
• USB cable, Micro-B to Lightning
• 6-inch male to male 3.5mm cable
• 36-inch male to male 3.5mm cable
• ¼-inch (6.3mm) to ⅛-inch (3.2mm) stereo adapter
• Airline adapter
• Inline volume control
• Rubber amp security bands

Optional Accessories

• USB cable, Micro-B to 30-pin
Solution
• Check that cable connections are secure
• Ensure that input switch is set to the correct input source
• Confirm the audio from the source is not distorted before entering the amplifier
• Check that cable connections are secure
• Check the amplifier input meter to make sure the amplifier input is not overloading
• The battery may require recharging
• If the amplifier is plugged in, try a different micro-B USB port (or AC outlet if plugged
into the power adapter)
Follow the instructions on cleaning the earphone nozzles with the supplied cleaning tool
• Check that Disable Charging is not selected
• Contact Shure Service and Repair to arrange to have the battery replaced. There are
no user-serviceable parts.

Specifications

Kit Specifications
Bias Voltage
200 V DC
Output Voltage
±200 V, max.
Output Current
≤ 1 mA
Noise Attenuation
≤ 37 dB
Operating Temperature Range
-18 to 57 °C (0 to 135 °F)
Earphone
Specifications
Transducer Type
Electrostatic
Connector Type
Lemo Connector
Frequency Response
10 Hz to 50 kHz
Maximum SPL
1 kHz at 3% THD
113 dB SPL
Net Weight
44.0 g (1.55 oz.)
KSA1500 Amplifier
Specifications
Bit Depth
16-bit / 24-bit
Sampling Rate
44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
up to 107 dB A-weighted
Adjustable Gain Range
-40 dB to +60 dB
Limiter
Selectable Analog RMS Limiter
Equalizer
4-band Parametric
USB Input
USB Micro-B Receptacle
Line-In Input
3.5 mm (1/8")
Charging Requirements
USB-powered: 5 V/0.5 A to 1 A
Housing
Black Anodized Aluminum
Net Weight
182.0 g (6.42oz.)
Dimensions
111 x 59 x 21 mm H x W x D
Battery Specifications
Battery Type
Rechargeable Li-Ion
Nominal Voltage
3.6 V DC
Battery Life
Analog in (BYPASS up to 10 hours
EQ mode)
USB Input (EQ up to 7 hours
mode)
Battery Charging Temperature Range
0 to 45 °C (32 to 113 °F)
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