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MXW neXt
Online user guide for MXW neXt systems
Version: 1.0 (2024-B)

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  • Page 1 MXWneXt MXW neXt Online user guide for MXW neXt systems Version: 1.0 (2024-B)
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    RF Carrier Frequency Range APXD2 Microphones MXWAPXD2 2-Channel Access Point Dock Software Transmitter Output Power Control Software for MXW neXt Wiring Diagram Rechargeable Batteries Regulatory Information for Wireless Products Utilizing Charge Status LEDs TV and DECT Frequency Bands Battery Statistics on Control Software...
  • Page 3: Mxwnext Mxw Next

    Shure Incorporated MXWneXt MXW neXt Important Safety Information Explanation of Symbols This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage constituting a risk of electric shock is present within this unit. This symbol indicates that there are important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accom­...
  • Page 4: Safety And Regulatory Information For Battery Chargers

    This equipment is intended to be used in professional audio applications. Use this battery charger only with the Shure charging modules and battery packs for which it is designed. Use with oth­ er than the specified modules and battery packs may increase the risk of fire or explosion.
  • Page 5: Overview

    MXW neXt System ® MXW neXt is a complete solution for meeting room and presentation applications. Developed with Dante technology by Audi­ nate, digital audio is routed over standard IP equipment across a network of access points, digital-to-analog converters, and computers.
  • Page 6 As a system hub, it transports digital audio from wireless microphones and other Dante devices on the same network, charges docked MXW neXt microphones, networks battery statistics to the control software, and allows direct control over sound quality through digital signal processing. Analog and USB audio I/O capabilities enable it to connect directly to your room's AV system or videoconferencing device.
  • Page 7: Hardware Description

    Shure Incorporated MXW neXt Control Software The MXW neXt control software offers comprehensive remote control of key setup, monitoring and management functions. Hardware Description Transmitters Hybrid Bodypack (MXW1X) The bodypack secures to a belt or strap for hands-free, mobile communication. It features a TQG input for lavalier microphone connection and an integrated omnidirectional microphone.
  • Page 8 Shure Incorporated Handheld (MXW2X) The handheld enables presenters to communicate using legendary Shure SM58, SM86, BETA58 and VP68 microphone car­ tridges. 8/41...
  • Page 9 ② Status LED Indicates the transmitter's status. The color indicators for Mute and Active can be customized from the Preferences tab. See the Status LED table for the default LED behavior for MXW neXt transmitters. ③ Display Shows receiver and transmitter settings and information, including battery and RF status, microphone and base unit name, and menu options.
  • Page 10: Apxd2

    No connection to the network. The transmitter must be turned on using the power button on the mic. * Default behavior. Customize LED behavior from Settings > Lights. APXD2 Front Panel ① Docking Bays Connect and charge up to two MXW neXt handheld, bodypack, or boundary microphones. ② Link Button 10/41...
  • Page 11 Shure Incorporated Press and hold to link docked microphones. Microphones are successfully linked when the link LED stops flashing and the microphone display confirms successful link. Note: Pressing the Link button when mics are present in the charging bays will overwrite any previously-linked microphones.
  • Page 12: Software

    Control Software for MXW neXt The MXW neXt access points feature a control software to manage the audio inputs and outputs of the MXW neXt system. When logging in for the first time, you can set a password to restrict access, or choose to continue with no password. Set or change the password from Settings >...
  • Page 13 Shure Incorporated Open the MXW neXt Control Software Access the MXW neXt control software from any computer on the MXW neXt network. The software is hosted from a webserv­ er embedded in the MXW neXt devices. Download software. Download the Shure Update Utility or Shure Device Discovery software from shure.com/software.
  • Page 14 Shure Incorporated ③ Automixer Input channels can be sent to automixer, which gives an additional "automix out" audio track. Independently adjust gain and mute status from the Direct Channels tab. Allows multiple ④ Direct Channels mixes to be sent to different outputs (e.g. provide sound reinforcement for videoconferenc­...
  • Page 15 Shure Incorporated Shows whether the channel is associated with a wireless, analog, Dante, USB, or return au­ ① Input Channel dio source. The channel name customizable, and is independent from the microphone linked to that channel. ② Microphone Type Indicates the microphone type and customizable device name.
  • Page 16 Shure Incorporated Automixer ① Input Channel The channel for the connected input device. ② Gain Control Adjust the channel gain. ③ Audio Meter Indicates the average audio signal. ④ Attenuation Adjust attenuation in 0.1 dB increments. ⑤ Mute Button Mutes or unmutes the channel's audio.
  • Page 17 Shure Incorporated Direct Channels ① Direct Input Channels The channel for the connected MXW neXt microphone. ② Analog Input Channel The channel for the connected analog input device, if available. ③ Channel Status Indicates whether the channel is active. Determine whether the channel audio is taken Pre-gate (direct audio, no level adjustments) ④...
  • Page 18 Shure Incorporated Outputs Shows whether the channel is associated with an analog, Dante, USB, or backchannel out­ ① Output Channel put. Customize device names for RF and Audio channel identification. The name is associated ② Device Name with the channel on the APX, will be stored on it, and is independent from the microphone linked to that channel.
  • Page 19 ② Device Name Device names can be customized with up to 31 characters, except '=','.' or '@'. Uses the device name from the MXW neXt control software to overwrite the names in the ③ Push to Dante Dante Controller (DC) software by Audinate.
  • Page 20 IP Configuration The MXW neXt control software coordinates IP updates across the entire system of devices. The default setting is Auto, which enables the devices to accept IP settings from a DHCP server, or automatically fall back to Link-Local settings when no DHCP is available.
  • Page 21: Rechargeable Batteries

    After adjustments have been made, click Save. Rechargeable Batteries MXW neXt lithium-ion rechargeable batteries use advanced chemistry that maximizes transmitter runtime. Power management from the control software provides detailed visibility to critical battery parameters such as charge status, battery capacity, and cycle count.
  • Page 22: Battery Statistics On Control Software

    Microphone is not inserted into the charging bay, or power supply is not connected Battery Statistics on Control Software The MXW neXt control software is used to manage battery information. Use the Inputs tab to view battery status and remotely control the power setting for connected microphones:...
  • Page 23: Battery Replacement

    Linking Microphones to APXD2 Up to two MXW neXt microphone transmitters can be linked to an APXD2 docking station at a time. Placing a transmitter into an APXD2 docking bay and pressing the Link establishes a link on the corresponding microphone channel.
  • Page 24 Shure Incorporated Sound Reinforcement Connect additional audio devices to ensure presenters can be heard clearly anywhere in the room. Analog Out 24/41...
  • Page 25 Shure Incorporated Dante Out Video Conferencing Use APXD2 to seamlessly provide high-quality audio to your chosen conferencing software. Analog Out System Preset: Conference 25/41...
  • Page 26: Audio Output Configuration For Apxd2 Presets

    Shure Incorporated Room TV System Preset: Conference Audio Output Configuration for APXD2 Presets Use the preset mode buttons on the APXD2 to quickly configure your audio. 26/41...
  • Page 27 Shure Incorporated Audio Out Presentation Mode Conference Mode Direct Mode Full audio mix Analog 1 Sound reinforcement for local mics Direct audio output from Mic 1 Hear participants of a video conference Videoconference far end only Analog 2 Direct audio output from Mic 2...
  • Page 28: Networking

    Always use a "star" network topology by connecting each component directly to the switch or router. • Connect networked MXW neXt gear to the same network and set to the same subnet. This ensures best system perfor­ mance and maximum microphone count.
  • Page 29 Shure Incorporated The Shure Control carries data for the control software operation, firmware updates and 3rd party control systems (AMX, Crestron). This data is transported to all MXW neXt components connected to the network. Network Audio This network carries both the Dante digital audio and the control data for Dante Controller. This data is transmitted be­...
  • Page 30: Advanced Setup

    Routing Dante Channels ® Use the free Dante Controller software by Audinate to route Dante channels in and out of the MXW neXt system. Switch Recommendations for Dante Networking In addition to the basic networking requirements, Dante audio networks should use a Gigabit network switch or router with the following features: •...
  • Page 31 Access to CLI Closed † 8427 Multcast SLP Required for inter-device communication Open 57383 Required for network control Open 64000 Telnet Required for Shure firmware update Open Dante Audio & Controller Port TCP/UDP Protocol Description † [319-320]* Dante clocking 4321, Dante...
  • Page 32: Firmware Updates

    Shure Incorporated Connecting to an External Control System The MXW neXt System connects to an AMX or Crestron control system via the Ethernet. Use only one controller per system to avoid messaging conflicts. • Connection: Ethernet (TCP/IP; MXW is the client) •...
  • Page 33: Additional Resources

    See Network section for properly setting up the network Additional Resources For additional Troubleshooting assistance or further information on complex installations, visit https://www.shure.com/support or contact your local Shure service center. For digital audio networking help, advanced networking guidelines and Dante software troubleshooting, visit Audinate's website at www.audinate.com.
  • Page 34: Accessories And Model Variations

    Shure Incorporated Accessories and Model Variations MXW neXt Device Description Part Number All­In­One Charger/Ac­ 2-Channel Access Point Transceiver with 2 Charging Ports MXWAPXD2 cess Point Dock and Intellimix DSP Bodypack transmitter (without lava­ MXW1X/O lier microphone) Bodypack Battery SB906 Handheld transmitter with SM58...
  • Page 35: Microflex Wireless Specifications

    Shure Incorporated AC Adapter (45W, USB-C, 2m cable) USB Power Supply by Region Part Number SBC10-USB45WPD SBC10-USB45WPD-UK Europe SBC10-USB45WPD-E India SBC10-USB45WPD-IN Japan and Taiwan SBC10-USB45WPD-UTJ Argentina SBC10-USB45WPD-AR Australia SBC10-USB45WPD-AZ Brazil SBC10-USB45WPD-BR Microflex Wireless Specifications RF Carrier Frequency Range Band Frequency Range 1920–...
  • Page 36: Mxwapxd2 2-Channel Access Point Dock

    Shure Incorporated Microphone Input Power 5V / 1A SBC10-USB15WSUSTWJ Power Supply* Input 100-240 V AC, 50-60 Hz, 0.6 A Output 5 V DC, 3.0 A, 15.0 W (max) * USA, Canada, Taiwan, Japan SBC10-USB Power Supply** Input 100-240 V AC, 50-60 Hz, 0.2 A Output 5 V DC, 1.0 A, 5.0 W (max)
  • Page 37 Shure Incorporated Maximum MXW2X Setting Medium High Maximum MXW6X Setting Medium High Maximum Band: Z12 MXW1X, MXW6X Setting Medium High Maximum MXW2X Setting Medium High Maximum 37/41...
  • Page 38: Wiring Diagram

    DECT Frequency Bands CE Notice Hereby, Shure Incorporated declares that this product with CE Marking has been determined to be in compliance with Euro­ pean Union requirements. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following site: https://www.shure.com/en­EU/support/declara­...
  • Page 39 Shure Incorporated Notice: The FCC regulations provide that changes or modifications not expressly approved by Shure Incorporated could void your authority to operate this equipment. For information regarding responsible party and other matters relating to FCC compliance, please contact Shure Incorporated, 5800 W.
  • Page 40: Environmental Regulatory Information

    REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization of Chemicals) is the European Union (EU) and the United Kingdom (UK) chemical substances regulatory framework. Information on substances of very high concern contained in Shure products in a concentration above 0.1% weight over weight (w/w) is available upon request.
  • Page 41: Certifications

    Shure Incorporated Certifications Regulatory Model Number (RMN) Regulatory Model Number (RMN): For regulatory identification purposes your product has been assigned a regulatory model number (RMN). This regulatory mod­ el number should not be confused with product number. Product Numbers: MXW1X/O Z10, MXW1X/O Z11, MXW1X/O Z12, MXW1X/O Z14,...

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