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Shure Microflex MXN5-C Manual

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Microflex Networked Ceiling Loudspeaker
Shure networked ceiling loudspeaker user guide (MXN5W-C). Learn how to install and control this PoE-powered loudspeaker. Control it with
other Shure devices in Designer.
Version: 6.8 (2024-C)

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  • Page 1 MXN5-C ™ Microflex Networked Ceiling Loudspeaker Shure networked ceiling loudspeaker user guide (MXN5W-C). Learn how to install and control this PoE-powered loudspeaker. Control it with other Shure devices in Designer. Version: 6.8 (2024-C)

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    What's in the Box Turn Off or Clear 802.1X Settings Optional Accessories and Replacement Parts Change 802.1X Settings Troubleshooting 802.1X Setup Issues Control Devices with Shure Designer Software Use Designer's Auto Route AES67 Sending Audio from a Shure Device Install the Ceiling Loudspeaker...

  • Page 3: Mxn5-C Microflex™ Networked Ceiling Loudspeaker

    MXN5-C   ™ Microflex Networked Ceiling Loudspeaker General Description The Shure MXN5-C Microflex Networked Ceiling Loudspeaker provides high-quality speech reproduction for A/V conferencing applications. With a low-profile design optimized for easy installation in drop ceiling configurations, the MXN5 integrates seam- lessly with other Shure networked PoE-enabled audio devices using the Dante audio networking protocol. Features Loudspeaker technical elements •...

  • Page 4: Mxn5-C Loudspeaker Parts

    Shure Incorporated MXN5-C Loudspeaker Parts Tile bridge (not included) Flexible conduit clamp Cover plate Secondary attachment point Mounting arms Grille safety restraint (nylon 6/6) Grille Network port ◦ Network speed LED (amber): Off = 10/100 Mbps On = 1 Gbps ◦...

  • Page 5: What's In The Box

    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 6: Use Designer's Auto Route

    Shure Incorporated Use Designer's Auto Route Designer's auto route speeds up the process of connecting systems with 1 audio processor and at least 1 microphone. Auto  route also creates mute control routes in rooms with MXA network mute buttons. When you select Auto route, you can direct Designer to: •...
  • Page 7 Shure Incorporated Step 1A: Install A-MXN5-TB for Tile Ceilings Use the loudspeaker packaging or the tile bridge to mark a cutout in the tile. Cut a 10.5 in. (266 mm) hole in the tile with the cutting tool. Reinstall the ceiling tile with the tile bridge on top of the tile.
  • Page 8 Shure Incorporated Attach the cover plate with the screwdriver. If using conduit, push the conduit connector into the knockout. Attach cable to the loudspeaker's secondary attachment point and to an attachment point in the ceiling. This cable pro- vides additional mounting security. 8/25...
  • Page 9 Shure Incorporated Place the loudspeaker in the mounting hole. Tighten the screw on each side of the loudspeaker until each mounting arm fully expands to the secure the loudspeaker. Do not over-tighten the screws. Slide to attach the grille safety restraint to the post on the loudspeaker. Do not unscrew the screw to attach the re- straint. 9/25...

  • Page 10: Connecting To Power

    Painting the Grille You can paint the loudspeaker's grille to match the surroundings. For best results: • Use a professional painting house. • Only paint the grille after removing it from the loudspeaker. • Remove the magnetic Shure logo before painting. 10/25...

  • Page 11: Reset Button

    There are 2 hardware reset options: Network reset (press button for 4-8 seconds) Resets all Shure control and audio network IP settings to factory defaults. Power LED flashes green. Full factory reset (press button for longer than 8 seconds) Resets all network and Designer settings to the factory defaults. Power LED flashes green, then solid green after 8 sec- onds.

  • Page 12: Route Signals To The Loudspeaker

    Manually Create Audio Routes to Loudspeakers Use Shure Designer or Dante Controller to manually send audio to Shure loudspeakers. There 2 ways do this, and each method depends on what device is sending audio to the loudspeakers. Designer's auto route process automatically chooses the correct method for your devices.
  • Page 13 Option 2: Route Audio from Loudspeaker to Loudspeaker Use this method when: • Signal comes from device with Ultimo chip transmitting in unicast, such as Shure ANI Learn more about Dante flows in our FAQs or from Audinate. If you encounter unicast Dante flow limits, route from one loudspeaker to another using the Dante output channel.

  • Page 14: Set Device Height And Listener Height

    Listener height Set the device height and listener height for accurate coverage information. The 3 rings represent −3, −6, and −9 dB at  1 kHz. The rings move as you adjust device height and listener height to show loudspeaker coverage. EASE files are available at shure.com. DSP Settings Parametric Equalizer (PEQ) Maximize the loudspeaker's audio quality by adjusting the frequency response with the parametric equalizer (PEQ).
  • Page 15 Shure Incorporated Common equalizer applications: • Improve speech intelligibility • Reduce room irregularities • Tune system for even and consistent coverage 4-Band Equalizers Filter Types: Parametric: Attenuates or boosts the signal within a customizable frequency range. Low Cut: Rolls off the audio signal below the selected frequency.

  • Page 16: Delay

    Shure Incorporated Width Adjusts the range of frequencies affected by the filter. The value is represented in octaves. Note: The Q and width parameters affect the equalization curve in the same way. The only difference is the way the values are represented.

  • Page 17: Encryption

    Shure Incorporated Encryption Audio is encrypted with the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES-256), as specified by the US Government National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) publication FIPS-197. Encryption is not supported with third-party devices. Important: For encryption to work: •...

  • Page 18: Set Up The 802.1X Protocol For A Device

    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 19: Troubleshooting 802.1X Setup Issues

    Sending Audio from a Shure Device All AES67 configuration is managed in Dante Controller software. For more information, refer to the Dante Controller user guide. Open the Shure transmitting device in Dante Controller. Enable AES67. 19/25...

  • Page 20: Receiving Audio From A Device Using A Different Audio Network Protocol

    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 21: Dante Flows For Shure Devices

    Required for inter-device communication Open 64000 Telnet Required for Shure firmware update Open *These ports must be open on the PC or control system to access the device through a firewall. † These protocols require multicast. Ensure multicast has been correctly configured for your network.

  • Page 22: Using Command Strings

    Shure Incorporated Using Command Strings This device receives logic commands over the network. Many parameters controlled through Designer can be controlled using a third-party control system, using the appropriate command string. Common applications: • Mute • LED color and behavior •...

  • Page 23: Ease Files Available Online

    Delay, Limiter, Signal Generator, Equalizer (4-band Parametric) Latency Not including Dante latency 1.5 ms EASE Files Available Online EASE files are available for this device at shure.com. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ these instructions. KEEP these instructions. HEED all warnings. FOLLOW all instructions.

  • Page 24: Important Product Information

    The equipment is intended to be used in professional audio applications. Note: This device is not intended to be connected directly to a public internet network. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Shure Incorporated could void your authority to operate this equipment. CAN ICES-003 (B)/NMB-003(B) This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
  • Page 25 This product meets the Essential Requirements of all relevant European directives and is eligible for CE marking. The CE Declaration of Conformity can be obtained from Shure Incorporated or any of its European representatives. For contact information please visit www.shure.com...

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