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- Page 1 MXA901-R Ceiling Array Microphone Online user guide for MXA901-R. Version: 0.1 (2024-A)
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Mute the MXA901 Sending Audio from a Shure Device Receiving Audio from a Device Using a Different Audio How to Install the MXA901 Network Protocol Install the MXA901-R on a Ceiling VESA Standardized Mounting Using Command Strings Dante Channels 2/42... - Page 3 Shure Incorporated Troubleshooting Important Safety Instructions Additional Resources Important Product Information Introduction to EMC Specifications Environmental Regulatory Information MXA901-R Frequency Response Dimensions 3/42...
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Page 4: Mxa901-R Ceiling Array Microphone
• Onceiling mounting bracket included; versatile options for onceiling, inceiling, pole, rod, or suspension mounting avail able • Shure Designer System Configuration software for easy setup and configuration • Embedded web application for setup flexibility • LED status bar with configurable colors and brightness •... - Page 5 ◦ Control each device individually with its web application ◦ Route audio using Dante Controller • Dante Controller to send audio signals to other Dante devices. Not necessary if you're only routing audio to Shure de vices in Designer. 5/42...
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Page 6: Mxa901 Designer Setup Example
Shure Update Utility to update firmware on Shure devices (download at shure.com/suu) MXA901 Designer Setup Example This example uses Shure Designer 6.0 software to set up an MXA901, an ANIUSB-MATRIX, and 2 MXN5-C loudspeakers. You might use Designer if: •... - Page 7 Shure Incorporated Step 2: Route Audio and Apply DSP The easiest way to route audio and apply DSP is with Designer's auto route feature. This feature routes audio signals, applies DSP settings, turns on mute synchronization, and enables LED control for connected devices.
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Page 8: Mxa901 Web Application Setup Example
This example uses device web applications and Dante Controller to connect an MXA901 and an ANIUSB-MATRIX. You might use web applications and Dante Controller if: • You don't have many Shure devices to manage • You need to route audio to third-party Dante devices You can use other combinations of devices with the MXA901, but setup process is similar if you're working with web applica... - Page 9 Connect devices to PoE ports on the network switch using Ethernet cable. Connect a computer with Shure Web Device Discovery and Dante Controller software to the same network. Open Shure Web Device Discovery. Find the MXA901 in the list of devices and double-click to open the microphone's web application.
- Page 10 Shure Incorporated In your videoconferencing software, select the correct microphone and loudspeaker sources. Step 3: Listen and Adjust Place a test call with the whole system and have the far-end caller tell you how your microphone signal sounds. Make gain, EQ, or DSP adjustments in the MXA901's IntelliMix tab.
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Page 11: Mxa901-R Parts
Shure Incorporated MXA901-R Parts RJ-45 network port Network status LED (green) ◦ Off = No network link ◦ On = Network link established ◦ Flashing = Network link active Network speed LED (amber) ◦ Off = 10/100 Mbps ◦ On = 1 Gbps... -
Page 12: Power Over Ethernet (Poe)
Shure Incorporated Microphone Status LED Color/Behavior Factory reset: Triggers device power-up Error Red (split, alternate flashing) Device power-up Blue (moves quickly back and forth across bar) Note: If LEDs are off, they will still turn on when the device powers up or when an error state occurs. -
Page 13: Reset Button
Reset Modes • Network reset (press for 4-8 seconds): Resets all Shure control and audio network IP settings to factory defaults. Red LED along bar. • Full factory reset (press for more than 8 seconds): Resets all network and configuration settings to the factory defaults. -
Page 14: Control Devices With Shure Designer Software
To identify devices, select a device and click ID in the Properties menu. Double-click the device to open the settings. From here, you can add devices to designs or online rooms and route audio to other Shure devices. Learn more at shure.com/... -
Page 15: How Much Space Does The Mxa901 Cover
If using multiple MXA901s in a space, set up the coverage areas so they don't overlap. How Much Space Does the MXA901 Cover? The MXA901's microphone coverage area is set at 20 x 20 feet (6.1 x 6.1 m). For most rooms, Shure recommends: •... -
Page 16: Use Designer's Auto Route
Route microphone signals to a processor with an automixer. The automixer mixes the signal from each MXA901 based on who is talking. ◦ Shure options: P300 or a PC with IntelliMix Room software ◦ The ANIUSB-MATRIX works best with 1 microphone because it doesn't have an automixer. -
Page 17: Adjust Microphone Levels
Shure Incorporated Note: The auto route process clears any manual routes you may have made in your design. After auto routing a room, check and adjust settings to fit your needs. You may need to: • Delete unnecessary routes. •... -
Page 18: How To Install The Mxa901
Don't place the microphone behind obstructions. • Coverage depends on your room's acoustics, construction, and materials. Take these into consideration when planning. • For most rooms, Shure recommends 12 feet (3.7 m) as the maximum mounting height. Mounting Options • Surface mount accessory (included) •... -
Page 19: Install The Mxa901-R On A Ceiling
Install the MXA901-R on a Ceiling Use the included surface mount to attach MXA901-R microphones to junction boxes or wood ceiling joists. You can route the Ethernet cable through the hole in the center of the mount or out the side. - Page 20 Shure Incorporated 3. Route the Ethernet cable. The cable can route through the hole in the surface mount (1) or out the side (2). Connect it to the microphone and install the network port cover. 20/42...
- Page 21 Shure Incorporated Align the 4 openings on the round VESA bracket with the 4 posts on the surface mount. Lift the microphone into the surface mount and turn it to the right until it’s fully secured in the surface mount.
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Page 22: Vesa Standardized Mounting
Shure Incorporated VESA Standardized Mounting The rear plate has 4 threaded holes for attaching the microphone to a VESA mounting device. The mounting holes follow the VESA MIS-D standard: • Screw specification: M4 thread (hole depth = 9.15 mm) •... -
Page 23: Dsp Best Practices
Shure Incorporated • Noise reduction • Compressor • Delay To access, go to the IntelliMix tab. DSP Best Practices • Apply DSP blocks as needed. Run a test of your system without DSP, and then add processing as needed to fix any is... -
Page 24: Noise Reduction
Shure Incorporated Reference Indicates which channel is serving as the far end reference signal. The primary component of the acoustic echo canceller is an adaptive filter. Nonlinear pro cessing supplements the adaptive filter to remove any residual echo caused by acoustic ir... -
Page 25: Compressor
Shure Incorporated Delay is measured in milliseconds. If there is a significant difference between audio and video, start by using larger intervals of delay time (500-1000 ms). When the audio and video are slightly out of sync, use smaller intervals to fine-tune. - Page 26 Shure Incorporated Setting Function Adjusts the range of frequencies affected by the filter. As this value increases, the bandwidth becomes thinner. Adjusts the range of frequencies affected by the filter. The value is represented in octaves. Width Note: The Q and width parameters affect the equalization curve in the same way.
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Page 27: Mute Sync
Shure devices use logic and mute sync to make this happen. • Logic: Aligns mute status across Shure devices in the room. The processor (such as a P300, IntelliMix Room software, or an ANIUSB-MATRIX) is the controller. - Page 28 Microphones without physical mute button: Logic is always on ◦ MXA310 and MXA mute button: Settings > Logic control > Mute control function > Logic out Designer's auto route process configures all necessary mute sync and logic settings for you. Compatible Shure Logic Devices • P300 (Also mutes supported soft codecs connected by USB) •...
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Page 29: Encryption
Select Shure devices support the IEEE 802.1X port access protocol for network authentication. Important: To use the 802.1X security protocol with Shure devices, set the network switch to multiple host authentication. You must also make accommodations to allow the audio network interface to connect to the network. The audio network interface doesn't support the 802.1X protocol. -
Page 30: Turn Off Or Clear 802.1X Settings
Always use a "star" network topology by connecting each device directly to the switch or router. • Connect all Shure networked devices to the same network and set to the same subnet. • Allow all Shure software through the firewall on your computer. -
Page 31: Switch And Cable Recommendations For Dante Networking
Device IP Configuration This Shure device uses 2 IP addresses: one for Shure control, and one for Dante audio and control. For most installations, the Shure control and Dante audio IP addresses should be in the same subnet range. -
Page 32: Qos (Quality Of Service) Settings
Shure Incorporated QoS (Quality of Service) Settings QoS settings assign priorities to specific data packets on the network, ensuring reliable audio delivery on larger networks with heavy traffic. This feature is available on most managed network switches. Although not required, assigning QoS settings is recommended. -
Page 33: Digital Audio Networking
Considerations for Shure devices controlled by DDM: • When you add Shure devices to a Dante domain, set the local controller access to Read Write. Otherwise, you won't be able to access Dante settings, perform a factory reset, or update device firmware. -
Page 34: Aes67
AES67 AES67 is a networked audio standard that enables communication between hardware components which use different IP au dio technologies. This Shure device supports AES67 for increased compatibility within networked systems for live sound, inte grated installations, and broadcast applications. -
Page 35: Sending Audio From A Shure Device
AES67 flow, the AES67 session ID and IP address are required. Shure devices: The transmitting device must support SAP. In Dante Controller, a transmit device (appears as an IP address) can be routed like any other Dante device. -
Page 36: Additional Resources
Ensure that MXA901 has power. Check that Shure Web Device Discovery is updated. MXA901 doesn't show up in Shure Web Device Discov- Make sure MXA901 is on the same network as PC. Check that DHCP server is functioning (if applicable). -
Page 37: Specifications
Single-zone automatic Power Requirements Power over Ethernet (PoE), Class 0 Power Consumption 10.1 W maximum Control Software Shure Designer or web application Cable Requirements Cat 5e or higher (shielded cable recommended) Connector Type RJ45 Plenum Rating UL2043 (Suitable for Air Handling Spaces) -
Page 38: Mxa901-R Frequency Response
Automatic mixing, acoustic echo cancellation (AEC), noise reduction, automatic gain control, compressor, delay, equalizer (4band parametric), mute, gain (140 dB range) Acoustic Echo Cancellation Tail Length Up to 250 ms MXA901-R Frequency Response Frequency response measured directly on-axis from a distance of 6 feet (1.83 m). 38/42... -
Page 39: Dimensions
Shure Incorporated Dimensions MXA901-R: • A (Height): 1.64 in. (41.66 mm) • B (Circumference): 13.5 in. (342.9 mm) • C (Smaller top circumference): 11.61 in. (294.89 mm) Weight 5 lb. (2.3 kg) Important Safety Instructions READ these instructions. KEEP these instructions. -
Page 40: Important Product Information
Shure Incorporated DO NOT defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wider blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. - Page 41 EMC conformance testing is based on the use of supplied and recommended cable types. The use of other cable types may degrade EMC performance. Regulatory Information for Class B EMC Products CE Notice Hereby, Shure Incorporated declares that this product with CE Marking has been determined to be in compliance with Euro pean Union requirements. https://www.shure.com/enEU/support/declara...
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Page 42: Environmental Regulatory Information
Shure Incorporated 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Notice: The FCC regulations provide that changes or modifications not expressly approved by Shure Incorporated could void your authority to operate this equipment.