Firmware Updates - Shure QLX-D Series Manual

QLX-D Wireless System
Shure's Wireless Workbench 6 (WWB6) software enables networked moni-
toring and control of the QLX-D receiver. Additional tools in WWB6 offer RF
spectrum monitoring, network configuration, and firmware updating.
Visit www.shure.com/wwb for a free download of Wireless Workbench soft-
ware.
Managing and Monitoring Settings
Manage and monitor receiver settings by opening the Monitor tab in Wireless
Workbench. Click on the Settings button to show or hide the full Properties
window.
① RF and Audio Meters
Displays: current levels, band, TV, and TX Overload
② Transmitter Settings
Displays: RF Power, Tx Type, Mic Offset, Tx Lock
③ Frequency Settings
Use drop-down to edit frequency value
④ Encryption Icon
Illuminates when Encryption is enabled
⑤ Receiver Gain Setting
Use drop-down to increase or decrease gain settings
⑥ Custom Groups
Click to enter to create custom groups
⑦ Utilities
Access receiver functions
⑧ Network Tab
Set network mode, view: IP address, Subnet, MAC, Firmware version, Net-
work reset
⑨ Encryption
Enable/Disable Encryption
⑩ Receiver Locks
Lock/Unlock: Menu, Gain, Power

Firmware Updates

Firmware is embedded software in each component that controls functional-
ity. Periodically, new versions of firmware are developed to incorporate addi-
tional features and enhancements.
Firmware Versioning
When updating receiver firmware, update transmitters to the same firmware
version to ensure consistent operation.
The firmware version is numbered in the form of MAJOR.MINOR.PATCH
(e.g., 1.2.14). At a minimum, all devices on the network (including transmit-
ters), must have the same MAJOR and MINOR firmware version numbers
(e.g., 1.2.x).
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Viewing the Receiver in WWB6 Inventory
Click on the Inventory tab to view the receiver channels. Double-click on
parameters to enable editing.
Tip: Clicking on the receiver icon next to the channel name flashes the front
panel LEDs on the receiver for remote identification.
Hardware Identify
When Hardware Identify is triggered from a receiver, the corresponding rep-
resentation of that receiver is flashed in the WWB inventory display, allowing
for remote identification.
Hardware Identify can be triggered from the receiver by pressing and holding
the enter button for at least 3 seconds. Click the Dismiss button on the WWB
Inventory screen to exit the function.
Downloading and Updating Firmware
A free Shure Update Utility tool is available by visiting www.shure.com. The
Shure Update Utility is also bundled with Shure Wireless Workbench software.
Refer to the help instructions to use the Shure Update Utility.
Updating the Receiver
CAUTION! Ensure that receiver power and network connections are main-
tained during a firmware update. Do not turn off the receiver until the update
is complete.
1. Connect the receiver and computer to the same network.
2. Open the Shure Update Utility.
3. Click on the firmware tab to find available updates.
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