Adjusting Gain - Shure PGX Quick Start Manual

Adjusting Gain

PGX1
PGX2
PGXD
Single System Setup
Scan
Use the scan feature on the receiver to
find a clear channel.
channel
LED screen displays current
channel
channel
press channel button to scan for
a clear channel
system scans for the channel
with the least interference
Three gain settings are available on the PGX1. Choose the
appropriate setting for your instrument.
• mic: Microphone (higher amplification)
• 0: Guitar with passive pickups (medium amplification)
• –10: Guitar with active pickups (lower amplification)
If the receiver LED indicates the input volume is overload-
ing the receiver, try switching the gain to a lower setting.
Access the gain adjustment switch by unscrewing the head
of the microphone.
Two gain settings are available on the PGX2. Use the tip of
a pen or a small screwdriver to move the switch.
• 0dB: For quiet to normal vocal performance.
• –10dB: Use only if audio is distorted due to high voal
levels.
Synchronize
Synchronize the transmitter to the receiver by align-
ing the infrared (IR) ports and pressing the sync but-
ton. Make sure the IR ports are closely aligned.
After a successful sync, the transmitter LED mo-
mentarily flashes red and the receiver ready light
illuminates.
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