Shure MX692 User Manual
Shure MX692 User Manual

Shure MX692 User Manual

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SHURE MX692 WIRELESS BOUNDARY MICROPHONE TRANSMITTER
2004, Shure Incorporated
©
27A8828 (Rev. 2)
Model MX692
• Integrated functionality of Microflex
boundary microphone and UC Series
wireless transmitter
• Frequency agile transmitter offers
over 100 user selectable channels for
UA and UB frequency bands; run up
to 32 systems simultaneously
• User programmable touch-sensitive
switch and status LED
• 9V battery-powered with 3-stage
battery life LED indicator
• Thread mount cartridge connection
for easy field replacement
• Internal antenna
• Requires Shure UC4 receiver (sold
separately)

User Guide

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  • Page 1: User Guide

    SHURE MX692 WIRELESS BOUNDARY MICROPHONE TRANSMITTER 2004, Shure Incorporated © 27A8828 (Rev. 2) User Guide • Integrated functionality of Microflex boundary microphone and UC Series wireless transmitter • Frequency agile transmitter offers over 100 user selectable channels for UA and UB frequency bands; run up to 32 systems simultaneously •...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    MX692 Features and Controls........3...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION The MX692 wireless boundary microphone is for use in a variety of boardroom, education, government, and house of worship applications that require a clean, cable-free installation. Ad- ditionally, the MX692 is useful in retrofit installations where the modification of existing architec- ture and furnishings is unwelcome, and in facilities where a flexible, mobile audio system is required.
  • Page 4: Mx692 Features And Controls

    MX692 FEATURES AND CONTROLS Microphone Status LED Microphone is active when lit. Programmable Touch-sensitive Switch Touch to mute or activate microphone, depending on logic settings. Power/Battery Life Gauge LED color indicates battery power status. Power On/Off Switch Protective Grille Grille can be removed to access microphone cartridge and DIP switches.
  • Page 5: Mx692 Features And Controls Continued

    MX692 FEATURES AND CONTROLS CONTINUED To access gain and channel settings, open the battery compartment door. Input Attenuation Control This two position switch lets you select either 0 dB or 20 dB attenuation, depending on the volume of the talker’s voice.
  • Page 6: Checking And Replacing The Battery

    CHECKING AND REPLACING THE BATTERY To check the battery charge: 1. Turn the transmitter switch to on 2. Verify that one of the battery power LEDs is glowing (see page 3). 3. The amount of battery life remaining is indicated by which LED is lit, as shown in the following table: Transmitter LED Color Green...
  • Page 7: Adjusting The Transmitter Gain Level

    CHANGING THE TRANSMITTER GROUP/CHANNEL SETTINGS For a wireless transmitter such as the MX692 to communicate with a receiver, the transmitter and receiver must be communicating on the same frequency. The frequency is set by chang- ing the transmitter and receiver “group”...
  • Page 8: Positioning The Microphone

    POSITIONING THE MICROPHONE With the standard cardioid cartridge installed, the MX692 will pick up audio at conversational volume levels within 1.5 M (5 ft.) in a 130 degree range. As a general rule, a single microphone should be used for every two people speaking.
  • Page 9: Positioning Multiple Microphones

    POSITIONING MULTIPLE MICROPHONES In any installation, good vocal pickup can be achieved by following the positioning rules on page 7. Maintain at least .3 m (1 ft.) separation between transmitters. If you experience transmitter interfer- ence, increase the distance between transmitters, or change the channel of one transmitter/receiver pair.
  • Page 10: Positioning The Receiver

    POSITIONING THE RECEIVER MX692 The UC4 receiver may be rack mounted. See page 14 for information on systems with multiple transmitters and receivers. ¹ Maximum distance depends on signal absorption, reflection, and interference. >2 m (5 ft.) <75 m (250 ft.) typical¹...
  • Page 11: Removing The Grille

    4. Remove the retainer from the top of the micro- phone 5. Insert the screwdriver into the opening above the battery compartment 6. Press gently on the underside of the microphone grille with the tip of the screwdriver until the grille pops out English – 10...
  • Page 12: Additional Or Replacement Cartridges

    ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT CARTRIDGES Additional or replacement cartridges may be purchased for the MX692. For more information or to order cartridges, contact the Shure service department or an authorized Shure service center. To replace the microphone cartridge: 1. Remove the grille (see page 10) 2.
  • Page 13: The Internal Dip Switches

    THE INTERNAL DIP SWITCHES The functionality of the touch-sensitive switch on the microphone’s front panel (see page 3) can be customized using the internal DIP switches. See page 13 for customization options. English – 12...
  • Page 14: Customizing Microphone Switch Functionality

    Push to mute, release to talk (as shipped) Push to talk release to mute Toggle: push on/push off Note: switch 4 of the MX692 DIP switch panel is not active DESIRED LED FUNCTIONALITY LED on when microphone is active LED on when microphone is active LED on when microphone is active English –...
  • Page 15: Tips For Optimum Performance

    Avoid using the MX692 microphone on metal surfaces. • Avoid placing laptop computers or other obstructions in front of the microphone during use. • The MX692 wireless microphone/transmitter must be used with the Shure UC4 wireless receiver. USING THE MX692 IN LARGE INSTALLATIONS •...
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    If you experience difficulty, check the following: • Make sure both the transmitter and the receiver are turned on. • Check the MX692 battery gauge. Replace the battery if necessary. • Make sure the transmitter and receiver frequency group/channel settings are identical. •...
  • Page 17: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Frequency response (see insert) 50 to 17,000 Hz Polar pattern (see insert) Cardioid (supplied) Current drain 62 ± 10 mA, typical (Vss = 6.0 to 9.6 VDC) Battery life 7 hours (based on alkaline battery) Dynamic range >100 dB minimum, A-weighted Gain Adjustment Range -6 to 34 dBs Modulation...
  • Page 18 FCC, parte 74 (FCC ED DD4MX692). Homologado en Ca- DD4MX692) des réglementations FCC. Homologué par IC nadá por IC bajo la norma RSS-123 y RSS-102 (IC: 616A- au Canada selon RSS-123 et RSS-102 (IC : 616A-MX692). MX692). L’utilisation de ce dispositif est sujette aux deux conditions El uso de este dispositivo está...
  • Page 20 United States, Canada, Latin America, Caribbean: 5800 W. Touhy Avenue, Niles, IL 60714-4608, U.S.A. Phone: 847-600-2000 U.S. Fax: 847-600-1212 Int’l Fax: 847-600-6446 Europe, Middle East, Africa: Shure Europe GmbH, Phone: 49-7131-72140 Fax: 49-7131-721414 Asia, Pacific: Shure Asia Limited, Phone: 852-2893-4290 Fax: 852-2893-4055...

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