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Shure QLX-D User Manual

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Table of Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
Important Product
Information
System Overview
Quick Start
Wearing the Bodypack
Transmitter
Hardware Interface
Battery Installation
Receiver Gain Adjustment
System Set Up
Radio Frequency (RF)
Settings
Networking
Connecting to an External
Control System
Managing QLX-D with
Wireless Workbench 6
Firmware Updates
Troubleshooting
Hardware and Connectors
Accessories
Specifications
Certifications
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. READ these instructions.
2. KEEP these instructions.
3. HEED all warnings.
4. FOLLOW all instructions.
5. DO NOT use this apparatus near water.
6. CLEAN ONLY with dry cloth.
7. DO NOT block any ventilation openings. Allow sufficient distances for adequate ventilation and
install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8. DO NOT install near any heat sources such as open flames, radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Do not place any open flame sources on
the product.
9. 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. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. PROTECT the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. ONLY USE attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. USE only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
13. UNPLUG this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. REFER all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled
or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture,
does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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  • Page 1 Shure Publications | User Guides | QLX-D 9/15/17, 2)49 PM Publications User Guides QLXD (English) › › Download PDF QLX-D English Wireless System Table of Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. READ these instructions. Important Product 2. KEEP these instructions.

  • Page 2: Licensing Information

    Shure Incorporated could void your authority to operate the equipment. Licensing of Shure wireless microphone equipment is the user’s responsibility, and licensability depends on the user’s classification and application, and on the selected frequency. Shure strongly urges the user to contact the appropriate telecommunications authority concerning proper licensing, and before choosing and ordering frequencies.
  • Page 3 WARNING: Danger of explosion if incorrect battery replaced. Operate only with AA batteries. Note: Use only with the included power supply or a Shure-approved equivalent. WARNING Battery packs may explode or release toxic materials. Risk of fire or burns. Do not open, crush, modify, disassemble, heat above 140°F (60°C), or incinerate.

  • Page 4: System Overview

    Shure digital wireless technology enables QLX-D to transmit clearly detailed audio with extended, virtually flat frequency response. Designed to be highly RF spectrum efficient, QLX-D can operate more than 60 compatible channels simultaneously in a single frequency band. Automatic channel scan and IR sync make finding and assigning an open frequency quick and easy.
  • Page 5 Shure Publications | User Guides | QLX-D 9/15/17, 2)49 PM QLXD4 Receiver PS24 Power Supply 1/2 Wave Antennas (2) 2 ft. BNC Cables with Bulkhead Adapters (2) Choice of QLXD1 Bodypack Transmitter or QLXD2 Handheld Transmitter AA Alkaline Batteries (not included in Argentina)

  • Page 6: Quick Start

    Shure Publications | User Guides | QLX-D 9/15/17, 2)49 PM Battery Contact Cover Zipper Bag QLXD1 Bodypack Guitar System Includes QLXD1 bodypack transmitter WA305 Premium instrument cable Zipper Bag QLXD1 Bodypack Headworn or Lavalier Includes QLXD1 bodypack, available with any of the following microphone cartridges:...
  • Page 7 Shure Publications | User Guides | QLX-D 9/15/17, 2)49 PM Step 2: Scanning for the Best Available Channel 1. Press the menu button on the receiver to access the scan function. 2. Press the enter button to start a frequency scan. The scan icon will flash while in scan mode. When the scan is complete, the selected group and channel appear on the display.
  • Page 8 Installing Batteries AA Batteries: Place batteries (note polarity markings) and AA Adaptor as shown Shure SB900 Battery: Place battery as shown (note polarity markings), remove AA Adaptor from bodypack transmitter, stow AA Adaptor in door for handheld transmitter Note: If using AA batteries, select a battery type from the transmitter menu to ensure accurate battery metering.
  • Page 9 Shure Publications | User Guides | QLX-D 9/15/17, 2)49 PM 4. sync good appears on the display when IR sync is complete. The blue rf LED will illuminate indicating that the transmitter is within range of the receiver. Note: If the IR sync fails, repeat the IR sync procedure, carefully maintaining alignment between the IR windows of the transmitter and receiver.
  • Page 10 Shure Publications | User Guides | QLX-D 9/15/17, 2)49 PM Hardware Interface Receiver Front and Back Panels Display Shows menu options, receiver and transmitter settings. Arrow Buttons Adjust gain setting or change menu parameters. http://pubs.shure.com/guide/QLXD/en-US Page 10 of 51...
  • Page 11 Shure Publications | User Guides | QLX-D 9/15/17, 2)49 PM Enter Button Press to save menu or parameter changes. Sync Button Press to activate IR sync. Power Switch Powers receiver on or off. Audio LED Green = normal Yellow = signal approaching limiter threshold...
  • Page 12 Displayed when scan function is active. Network Scan Displayed when network scan function is active in multi-receiver systems. Network Connection Illuminates when additional Shure components are detected on the Indicator network. TV Channel Displays the number of the TV channel containing the selected frequency.
  • Page 13 Enable the Low Battery Alert to flash the receiver display when battery runtime is less than 30 minutes. SB900 Battery When the transmitter is powered by a Shure SB900 rechargeable battery, Runtime remaining runtime is displayed in hours:minutes. Navigating the Receiver Menus The receiver has a main menu for setup and configuration and an advanced menu to access additional receiver functions.
  • Page 14 Shure Publications | User Guides | QLX-D 9/15/17, 2)49 PM Custom Groups Use to add channels and frequencies to Custom Groups TV Channel Spacing Selects the regional bandwidth for TV channel display Low Battery Alert Enable or disable the low battery alert on the receiver screen...
  • Page 15 = Press to confirm and save parameter changes. Tip: Press the menu button to exit without saving parameter changes. Battery Requires 2 AA batteries or a Shure SB900 rechargeable battery. Compartment AA Battery Adapter Secures batteries when powering transmitter with AA batteries instead of Shure SB900 battery.
  • Page 16 Shure Publications | User Guides | QLX-D 9/15/17, 2)49 PM Transmitter Display http://pubs.shure.com/guide/QLXD/en-US Page 16 of 51...
  • Page 17 Shure Publications | User Guides | QLX-D 9/15/17, 2)49 PM Battery Indicator Bars displayed indicate remaining battery life. Home Screen Display: Use the arrow keys to select one of the following home screen displays: Group and Group and Channel SB900 battery runtime Frequency...
  • Page 18 Shure Publications | User Guides | QLX-D 9/15/17, 2)49 PM Bodypack Handheld Transmitter Menu Options and Navigation The transmitter features individual menu screens for setting up and adjusting the transmitter. To access the menu options from the home screen, press the menu button. Each additional press of the menu button advances to the next menu screen.
  • Page 19 Use to set the battery type to match the installed AA battery type to ensure accurate battery metering. Menu is not displayed when Shure SB900 batteries are installed. Tips for Editing Menu Parameters To access the menu options from the home screen, press the menu button. Each additional press of the menu button advances to the next menu screen.
  • Page 20 Shure Publications | User Guides | QLX-D 9/15/17, 2)49 PM gain: locks the arrow buttons to prevent changes to the audio gain settings menu: prevents access to menu items and IR sync (gain controls and power switch remain active) power: disables power switch (gain and menu controls remain active) To lock a receiver control: 1.

  • Page 21: Battery Installation

    Installing Batteries AA Batteries: Place batteries (note polarity markings) and AA Adaptor as shown Shure SB900 Battery: Place battery as shown (note polarity markings), remove AA Adaptor from bodypack transmitter, stow AA Adaptor in door for handheld transmitter http://pubs.shure.com/guide/QLXD/en-US...
  • Page 22 To ensure accurate display of transmitter runtime, set the battery type in the transmitter menu to match the installed AA battery type. If a Shure SB900 rechargeable battery is installed, selecting a battery type is not necessary and the battery type menu will not be displayed.
  • Page 23 Batteries quickly charge to 50% capacity in one hour and reach full charge within three hours. Single chargers and multiple bay chargers are available to recharge the Shure batteries. Caution: Only charge Shure rechargeable batteries with a Shure battery charger.
  • Page 24 No battery in bay Important Tips for Care and Storage of Shure Rechargeable Batteries Proper care and storage of Shure batteries results in reliable performance and ensures a long lifetime. Always store batteries and transmitters at room temperature Ideally, batteries should be charged to approximately 40% of capacity for long-term storage...
  • Page 25 LED to prevent overloads. Audio Signal Encryption The QLX-D receiver features Advanced Encryption Standard (AES-256) to protect the audio signal. When encryption is enabled, the receiver generates a unique encryption key which is shared with a the transmitter during an IR sync. Transmitters and receivers that share an encryption key form a protected audio path, preventing unauthorized access by other receivers.
  • Page 26 Each group contains a number of channels, and each channel is assigned to a specific preset frequency. The QLX-D system provides 3 methods for tuning the receiver and transmitter to the same frequency: Scan and IR Sync: The receiver scans the RF spectrum for the best available frequency and an IR...
  • Page 27 Shure Publications | User Guides | QLX-D 9/15/17, 2)49 PM Turn on: The following potential sources of interference including other wireless systems, computers, CD players, large LED panels, and effects processors to prevent selection of occupied frequencies. Scan and IR Sync...
  • Page 28 Shure Publications | User Guides | QLX-D 9/15/17, 2)49 PM 4. sync good appears on the display when IR sync is complete. The blue rf LED will illuminate indicating that the transmitter is within range of the receiver. Note: If the IR sync fails, repeat the IR sync procedure, carefully maintaining alignment between the IR windows of the transmitter and receiver.
  • Page 29 Shure Publications | User Guides | QLX-D 9/15/17, 2)49 PM Setting the Receiver Frequency 1. Press menu to navigate to the frequency setting option. 2. Use the arrow buttons to adjust the frequency. Press and hold for faster scrolling. 3. Press enter to save.
  • Page 30 Wireless Workbench. 1. Open receiver properties in WWB. 2. Make changes to transmitter presets and click Apply. The new settings will be sent to the QLX-D receiver. 3. On the receiver front panel, hold enter while pressing menu to enter the advanced menu.
  • Page 31 Shure Publications | User Guides | QLX-D 9/15/17, 2)49 PM 5. Align the transmitter IR window with the receiver to send the presets to the transmitter. Important: All QLX-D and ULX-D components must use 2.0 firmware or greater for proper functionality. Setting Regional TV Channel Spacing The parameter for TV channel spacing allows the receiver to match regional TV bandwidth usage and accurately display local TV channels.
  • Page 32 Shure Publications | User Guides | QLX-D 9/15/17, 2)49 PM Selecting A Custom The receiver has 6 custom groups available named U1, U2, U3, U4, U5, and Group 1. Press menu while holding the enter button to access the Custom Group screen.
  • Page 33 Use shielded Cat 5 or better Ethernet cables to ensure reliable network performance The LEDs on the Ethernet port illuminate indicating a network connection is active The network icon illuminates when the receiver detects additional Shure devices on the network All components must operate on the same subnet...

  • Page 34: Connecting To An External Control System

    For a comprehensive list of command strings, visit: http://shure.custhelp.com/ Managing QLX-D with Wireless Workbench 6 Shure's Wireless Workbench 6 (WWB6) software enables networked monitoring and control of the QLX-D receiver. Additional tools in WWB6 offer RF spectrum monitoring, network configuration, and http://pubs.shure.com/guide/QLXD/en-US Page 34 of 51...
  • Page 35 Shure Publications | User Guides | QLX-D 9/15/17, 2)49 PM firmware updating. Visit www.shure.com/wwb for a free download of Wireless Workbench software. 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.
  • Page 36 (e.g., 1.2.x). 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.

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    Shure Publications | User Guides | QLX-D 9/15/17, 2)49 PM 2. The receiver displays the type of transmitter firmware it has available. The receiver holds one type of firmware at a time. HH BP = handheld or bodypack firmware BN GN = gooseneck or boundary firmware 3.
  • Page 38 Shure Publications | User Guides | QLX-D 9/15/17, 2)49 PM installed to ensure consistent operation. See Firmware Updates topic for firmware update procedure. Encryption Mismatch Indicates an encryption key mismatch has been detected. Perform an IR sync between the receiver and transmitter to clear the error.
  • Page 39 Audio Compatibility Update transmitter and receiver firmware to the latest version. Err.002 Encryption Mismatch between Set encryption to off for components from different Shure Shure product lines products lines, such as QLX-D and ULX-D. Err.003 Encryption Mode Mismatch Perform an IR sync between the transmitter and receiver to clear the error.
  • Page 40 Shure Publications | User Guides | QLX-D 9/15/17, 2)49 PM Installing Footpads Receiver Output Connectors http://pubs.shure.com/guide/QLXD/en-US Page 40 of 51...

  • Page 41: Optional Accessories

    Shure Publications | User Guides | QLX-D 9/15/17, 2)49 PM Receiver Output Connections Ground Bias Voltage Audio Input Ground Accessories Optional Accessories Optional Accessories Batteries and Chargers Shure Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Battery SB900 8-Pack Shure Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Batteries SB900-8 8-Bay Shure Battery Charger...
  • Page 42 Shure Publications | User Guides | QLX-D 9/15/17, 2)49 PM Included Single Battery Charger SBC100 Axient Charging Module SBC-AX 2-Bay Portable Battery Charger With PS50US SBC210 Power Supply Bodypack Power Insert SBC-DC Active Antenna Splitters Antenna Distribution System UA845 E Antenna Distribution System UA845 E "B"...
  • Page 43 Shure Publications | User Guides | QLX-D 9/15/17, 2)49 PM In-Line Amplifiers and Antennas In-Line Antenna Amplifier, 792-810 MHz UA830A In-Line Antenna Amplifier, 470-698MHz UA830USTV In-Line Antenna Amplifier, 500-900 MHz UA830WB In-Line Antenna Amplifier UA830X Active Directional Antenna 470-790MHZ UA874E...

  • Page 44: Specifications

    Shure Publications | User Guides | QLX-D 9/15/17, 2)49 PM 554-638 MHz UA8-554-638 596-698 MHz UA8-596-698 670-742 MHz UA8-670-742 690-746 MHz UA8-690-746 694-758 MHz UA8-694-758 710-790 MHz UA8-710-790 740-814 MHz UA8-740-814 750-822 MHz UA8-750-822 774-865 MHz UA8-774-865 00-1000 MHz UA8-900-1000...
  • Page 45 Shure Publications | User Guides | QLX-D 9/15/17, 2)49 PM 25 kHz, varies by region Image Rejection >70 dB, typical RF Sensitivity -97 dBm at 10-5 BER Latency <2.9 ms Audio Frequency Response QLXD1 20 – 20 kHz (±1 dB)
  • Page 46 Shure Publications | User Guides | QLX-D 9/15/17, 2)49 PM Dimensions 41 mm x 197 mm x 151 mm (1.63 in. x 7.75 in. x 5.94 in.), H x W x D Weight 777 g (1.71 lbs), without antennas Housing...
  • Page 47 0 to 21 dB (in 3 dB steps) Battery Type Shure SB900 Rechargeable Li-Ion or AA batteries 1.5 V Dimensions 86 mm x 65 mm x 23 mm (3.38in. x 2.57 in. x 0.92 in.) H x W x D, without antenna Weight 138 g (4.9 oz.), without batteries...
  • Page 48 QLXD2 Mic Offset Range 0 to 21 dB (in 3 dB steps) Battery Type Shure SB900 Rechargeable Li-Ion or AA batteries 1.5 V Dimensions 269 mm x 51 mm (10.6 in. x 2.0 in.) L x Dia. Weight 307 g (12.1 oz.), without batteries...
  • Page 49 Shure Publications | User Guides | QLX-D 9/15/17, 2)49 PM Integrated Single Band Helical Occupied Bandwidth <200 kHz Modulation Type Shure proprietary digital Power 1 mW or 10 mW See Frequency Range and Output Power table, varies by region Frequency Range and Transmitter Output Power...
  • Page 50 Note: Please follow your regional recycling scheme for batteries and electronic waste Hereby, Shure Incorporated declares that the radio equipment is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: http://www.shure.com/europe/compliance...
  • Page 51 Shure Publications | User Guides | QLX-D 9/15/17, 2)49 PM FCC: DD4QLXD1G50, DD4QLXD1H50, DD4QLXD1J50, DD4QLXD1L50, DD4QLXD2G50, DD4QLXD2H50, DD4QLXD2J50, DD4QLXD2L50. IC: 616A-QLXD1X52, 616A-QLXD2X52 FCC: DD4QLXD1X52, DD4QLXD2X52 IC: 616A-QLXD1V50, 616A-QLXD2V50 FCC: DD4QLXD1V50, DD4QLXD2V50 Note: For transmitters operating in the V50 and V51 bands: nominal free space antenna gain at middle of the band is typically -6 dBi, and rolls off at the band edges an additional -4 dB.