Multiple Levels Of Antenna Distribution; Troubleshooting; Network Status - Shure Axient AXT630 Manual

Multiple Levels of Antenna Distribution

For large configurations, multiple Antenna Distribution Systems can be layered to support several levels of signal distribution:
• Two levels of antenna distribution are possible if the level 1 and level 2 Antenna Distribution Systems have the Cascade ports activated
• Up to 3 levels of antenna distribution are possible if only the level 1 Antenna Distribution System has the Cascade ports activated
• For best RF performance, use all the RF outputs on one level before creating additional levels
Level 2: Antenna Distribution
System set to a band filter
matching the 4 receivers tuned
to the same band

Troubleshooting

Antenna Faults
The antenna input status LED flashes red to indicate a
Antenna
SET
short or over-current condition at an antenna port. To
Fault
isolate the fault, navigate to the DC power menu. The
menu displays which antenna port (A, B, or A+B) is the
source of the fault. Check the antenna connections to
remove the fault condition.
Main Menu
Use the main menu to select the band filter, adjust the RF gain, and configure the antenna ports.
Band
Selecting an input Band filter optimizes performance when the compo-
nents connected to the RF outputs are all within the same band. The
selected band filter will only pass frequencies within the range of the
connected components. Four selectable input filters are available to
match the frequency bands transmitters and receivers. A Wideband
setting is available to extend frequency support across all 4 bands.
This setting allows receivers operating in a variety of bands to use the
RF outputs.
To set the Band filter:
1. Navigate to the Band menu and press the SET button to enable
editing.
2. Use the arrows to select a band filter or to select the Wideband
setting.
3. Press the SET button to save changes.
RF Gain
Adjust the RF gain to boost or attenuate the antenna signal to maintain
consistent levels and prevent overload. Gain adjustments are made in
1 dB increments.
The gain adjustment range depends on the connection status of the
RF cascade ports:
• Cascade ports connected: adjustment range = -15 dB to 0 dB
• Cascade ports not connected: adjustment range = -12 dB to +3 dB
Level 1: Antenna
Distribution System set to
AXT630 (Wideband)
Wideband
AXT630 (G1 Filtered)
Receiver (G1)
Receiver (G1)
Receiver (G1)
Receiver (G1)
Cascade Ports
RF Outputs
AXT630 (H4 Filtered)
Receiver (H4)
Receiver (H4)
Receiver (H4)
Receiver (H4)
Over Temperature Message
The Over Temperature message is displayed when
Over
SET
the fans are unable to cool efficiently, indicating an el-
Temperature
evated temperature condition.
• Press any button to suppress the message for 20
• Increase ventilation to the unit to clear the message
Antenna Cascade
Auto
The ports will activate when a connected device supplies 12-15 V DC to the
port.
On
The ports are continuously active, independent of voltage applied by a
connected device.
Antenna Power
ON
The antenna ports supply 12-15 V DC to power active antennas.
OFF
Turns off DC voltage at the antenna ports.

Network Status

Active
Indicates connectivity with other devices on the network.
Inactive
No connectivity with other devices on the network.
Note: IP address must be valid to enable networked control.
4
Connect the AXT600 Spectrum
Manager to the RF cascade
AXT600
ports of the Level 1 Antenna
Distribution System
seconds