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ULX-D Dual and Quad
Wireless Microphone System
User guide for Shure ULXD Dual and Quad wireless system. Includes setup instructions, specifications, and troubleshooting.
Version: 4.0 (2020-K)

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  • Page 1 ULX-D Dual and Quad Wireless Microphone System User guide for Shure ULXD Dual and Quad wireless system. Includes setup instructions, specifications, and troubleshooting. Version: 4.0 (2020-K)

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Assigning Network Device IDs for Shure Control and Battery Runtime Charts Dante Control Shure SB900 Series Rechargeable Battery Configuring Audio Routes with the Dante Controller Important Tips for Care and Storage of Shure Recharge­ Network Troubleshooting able Batteries Restoring Dante Factory Settings Installing the Battery Contact Cover...
  • Page 3 Furnished Accessories Updating the Transmitter Optional Accessories Connecting to an External Control System Specifications Setting the Gateway to Allow Cross Subnet Routing ULXD4D & ULXD4Q Managing Your System with Shure Software ULXD1 ULXD2 Troubleshooting Tables and Diagrams Power Batteries Gain...

  • Page 4: Ulx-D Dual And Quad Wireless Microphone System

    Shure Incorporated ULX-D Dual and Quad Wireless Microphone System IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ these instructions. KEEP these instructions. HEED all warnings. FOLLOW all instructions. DO NOT use this apparatus near water. CLEAN ONLY with dry cloth. DO NOT block any ventilation openings. Allow sufficient distances for adequate ventilation and install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

  • Page 5: Warning

    Licensing: A ministerial license to operate this equipment may be required in certain areas. Consult your national authority for possible requirements. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Shure Incorporated could void your authority to operate the equipment. Licensing of Shure wireless microphone equipment is the user’s responsibility, and licensability de­...

  • Page 6: Information To The User

    Shure Incorporated pends 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. Information to the user This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference.

  • Page 7: Quickstart Instructions

    A breakthrough in wireless audio quality, Shure digital processing enables ULX-D to deliver the purest reproduction of source material ever available in a wireless system, with a wide selection of trusted Shure microphones to choose from. Extended 20 Hz – 20 kHz frequency range and flat response captures every detail with clarity, presence, and incredibly accurate low end and transient response.

  • Page 8: Dual And Quad Receiver Models

    Advanced Lithium-ion rechargeability provides extended transmitter battery life over alkaline batteries, battery life metering in hours and minutes accurate to within 15 minutes, and detailed tracking of battery health status. Generations ahead of any other available system in its class, ULX-D brings a new level of performance to professional sound reinforcement.

  • Page 9: Hardware Interface

    ① Infrared (IR) Sync Window Sends IR signal to the transmitter for sync. ② Network Icon Illuminates when the receiver is connected with other Shure devices on the network. IP Address must be valid to enable networked control. ③ Encryption Icon Illuminates when AES-256 encryption is activated.
  • Page 10 Shure Incorporated Indicate antenna status: ◦ Blue = normal RF signal between the receiver and transmitter ◦ Red = interference detected ◦ Off = No RF connection between the receiver and transmitter Note: the receiver will not output audio unless one blue LED is illuminated.

  • Page 11: Receiver Home Screen

    Shure Incorporated For antenna A and antenna B. ③ RF Cascade Jack (2) Passes the RF signal from Antenna A and Antenna B to one additional receiver. ④ Mic/Line Switch (one per channel) Applies a 30 dB pad in mic position.

  • Page 12: Transmitters

    ⑦ Battery Compartment Requires Shure rechargeable battery or 2 AA batteries. ⑧ AA Battery Adapter ◦ Handheld: rotate and store in the battery compartment to use a Shure rechargeable battery ◦ Bodypack: remove to accommodate a Shure rechargeable battery ⑨ Bodypack Antenna For RF signal transmission.

  • Page 13: Boundary And Gooseneck Base Transmitters

    Shure Incorporated Boundary and Gooseneck Base Transmitters ① Power Button Press to power on; press and hold to power off. 13/63...

  • Page 14: Advanced Transmitter Features

    Shure Incorporated ② Mute/Active Button Four settings are available for the mute/active button: ◦ Toggle: Press to switch between active and mute states ◦ Push-to-Mute: Hold button to mute microphone ◦ Push-to-Talk: Hold button to activate microphone ◦ Disabled: Button functionality off ③...

  • Page 15: Locking Controls And Settings

    Shure Incorporated MIC.OFFSET MIC.OFFSET compensates for signal level differences between transmitters that share the same receiver channel. Set the offset gain on a low signal level transmitter to match a louder transmitter: UTILITY > MIC.OFFSET Note: For normal gain adjustments, use the receiver gain buttons.

  • Page 16: Home Screen Display Options

    Shure Incorporated To unlock the POWER LOCK, set the power switch to the off position, then press and hold the ▲ button while resetting the power switch to the on position. Home Screen Display Options Receiver The HOME INFO menu provides options to change the information shown on the receiver home screen: DEVICE UTILITIES >...
  • Page 17 Transmitter Lock Status ◦ Transmitter Mute Status ⑤ Battery Runtime Indicator Shure rechargeable battery: runtime is displayed in minutes remaining. AA batteries: runtime is displayed with a 5-bar indicator. ⑥ TV Channel Displays the TV channel that contains the tuned frequency.
  • Page 18 Displayed when the transmitter audio is set to off using the MUTE MODE feature. ④ Battery Runtime Indicator ◦ Shure rechargeable battery: runtime is displayed in hours:minutes remaining ◦ AA Batteries: runtime is displayed with a 5-bar indicator ⑤ Menu Lock Indicator Indicates menu navigation buttons are disabled ⑥...
  • Page 19 Shure Incorporated Turn the control to adjust the selected parameter. Press ENTER to save changes. Editing Receiver Channel Name To edit a receiver channel name, choose EDIT NAME from the menu. • Turn the control wheel to edit a highlighted character •...
  • Page 20 Shure Incorporated Sets the audio input attenuation options: KEEP, 0, -12. LOCK Sets the lock options: KEEP, Power, Menu, All, None RF POWER Sets the transmitter RF power level: KEEP, 10mW=Nm, 1mW=Lo, 20mW=Hi. BATT Sets the transmitter battery type to ensure accurate metering: KEEP, Alkaline, NiMH, Lithium BP OFFSET...
  • Page 21 Shure Incorporated INITIAL STATE FROM CHARGER Choose the transmitter's state after it is removed from a charger: KEEP, Active, Muted, OFF MUTE BUTTON BEHAVIOR Sets the mute button behavior: KEEP, Toggle, Push-to-Talk, Push-to-Mute, Disabled BN MUTE LED ACTIVE/MUTE Sets the mute LED colors for active and muted states: KEEP, Green/Red, Red/OFF, Red/Flash-Red, OFF/OFF GN MUTE LED ACTIVE/MUTE...
  • Page 22 NETWORK ◦ CONFIGURATION: SWITCHED/REDUNDANT AUDIO/SPLIT ◦ SHURE CONTROL: DEVICE ID, Network Mode, Set IP and Subnet values for Ethernet network ◦ DANTE: DANTE DEVICE ID, AUDIO & CNTRL, REDUNDANT AUDIO, Set IP, Subnet, Gateway and Yamaha values for ™ Dante network, DANTE DEVICE LOCK, DDM Note: Additional information can be accessed from the selected networking option.

  • Page 23: Transmitter Ir Presets

    Shure Incorporated DANTE VERSIONS ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ BOOT ◦ USER ◦ Transmitter IR Presets Use the IR PRESETS receiver menu to quickly configure transmitter settings from the receiver screen. When a sync is per­ formed between the receiver and transmitter, the IR PRESETs automatically configure the transmitter. Each parameter has the default value KEEP, which leaves that setting unaffected by a sync.

  • Page 24: Batteries

    Shure Incorporated Batteries The transmitter runs on two AA batteries or a Shure SB900 series rechargeable battery. Use the included AA battery adapter when using batteries other than the Shure rechargeable battery. Bodypack: Remove the adapter when using the Shure rechargeable battery...

  • Page 25: Shure Sb900 Series Rechargeable Battery

    Shure Incorporated Shure SB900 Series Rechargeable Battery When using a Shure rechargeable battery, the receiver and transmitter home screens display the number of hours and minutes remaining. Detailed information for the rechargeable battery is displayed in the receiver BATTERY INFO menu and the transmitter menu: UTILITY >...

  • Page 26: Receiver Gain Controls

    Shure Incorporated Receiver Gain Controls The gain can be adjusted by using the gain ▲▼ buttons or by entering the AUDIO menu and using the control wheel. Tip: To quickly adjust the gain, press and hold a gain button to enable accelerated scrolling.

  • Page 27: Audio Summing

    Shure Incorporated To correct, select INPUT PAD from the main menu and attenuate the input signal by 12 dB. If the warning persists, reduce the level of input signal. Audio Summing Audio summing allows the dual and quad receivers to function as a 2 or 4 channel mixer, respectively. Summed audio is avail­...

  • Page 28: Receiver Output Level

    Shure Incorporated Adjusting Gain for Summed Outputs Use the gain controls for each channel to create the overall mix balance. The front panel LEDs indicate the audio level for each channel. If an overload occurs, the red LEDs will illuminate indicating that the internal limiter is active and the display will show an overload message.

  • Page 29: Multiple System Setup

    Multiple System Setup A setup using networked receivers is the fastest and easiest way to distribute the best open channel to each system. See Net­ working ULX-D Receivers for networking details. Note: Networked receivers must all be within the same frequency band.

  • Page 30: Manual Frequency Selection

    Shure Incorporated When the scan is complete, use the control wheel to scroll through each group. Press ENTER to select a group that has enough available frequencies for all channels in the system. Sync a transmitter to each receiver channel.

  • Page 31: High Density Mode

    Use the gain controls to match the output levels for each receiver channel • If Audio Summing is active, use a Y-cable (Shure AXT652) to connect the bodypacks to a single audio source to prevent comb filtering Choosing Diversity Output Routing The following receiver channel routing output options are available: •...

  • Page 32: Setting Regional Tv Format

    Use this feature to create and export up to 6 groups of manually selected frequencies to networked receivers prior to a group scan to simplify system set up. Tip: Use Wireless Workbench or Wireless Frequency Finder to select the best compatible frequencies. See www.shure.com for more information.

  • Page 33: Rf Cascade Ports

    Shure Incorporated Encrypting a Single Transmitter to a Single Receiver From the receiver menu: DEVICE UTILITIES > ENCRYPTION >  ON (Auto) Press ENTER. Perform an IR Sync to share the encryption key with the selected transmitter. Encrypting Multiple Transmitters to a Single Receiver Multiple transmitters can share the same encryption key, allowing them access to a single receiver.

  • Page 34: Networking Ulx-D Receivers

    Considerations for Shure devices controlled by DDM: • When you add Shure devices to a Dante domain, leave the local controller access setting in Read Write. Otherwise, ac­ cess to Dante settings, device factory reset, and device firmware updates will be disabled.

  • Page 35: Ip Address Configuration

    If using a DHCP capable Ethernet switch, set the DHCP switch to ON. Set the IP Mode to Automatic for all receivers: DEVICE UTILITIES > NETWORK > SHURE CONTROL > NETWORK Use the control wheel to set the mode to Automatic, press ENTER to save.

  • Page 36: Overview Of Dante Network Modes

    Shure Incorporated Overview of Dante Network Modes The Dante network interface has two ports (Primary and Secondary) to provide flexible routing and configuration options for network signals. Three selectable Dante network modes are available to control signal routing from the receiver ports to the Dante network.
  • Page 37 Dante Audio and Shure Control are present on both the Primary and Secondary ports • The Dante IP address and the Shure Control IP address must be on the same subnet. The computer running WWB6 must also be on this subnet.
  • Page 38 Shure Incorporated Can be configured with or without a DHCP server. Do not route audio through the server. ③ Gigabit Ethernet Switch ◦ Do not connect both network ports to the same Ethernet switch ◦ Use a star network topology to minimize audio latency ④...
  • Page 39 • Backup Dante audio is present on the Secondary port • The Primary Dante IP address and the Shure Control IP address must be on the same subnet. The computer running WWB6 must also be on this subnet. • The Secondary Dante IP Address must be set to a different subnet Note: Devices connected to the Redundant network must be compatible with Redundant audio.
  • Page 40 Use Split Mode to isolate control signals from audio signals by placing them on two separate networks. Network Characteristics: • Shure Control is present on the Primary port • Dante Audio is present on the Secondary port • The IP addresses for Dante and Shure Control must be on different subnets 40/63...
  • Page 41 Connect the Secondary ports to the Secondary network switch. ⑤ Computer (Shure Control) Connect the computer running the Shure Control to the Primary port. ⑥ DHCP Server (Primary Network) Can be configured with or without a DHCP server. Do not route audio through the server.

  • Page 42: Assigning Network Device Ids For Shure Control And Dante Control

    Assigning Network Device IDs for Shure Control and Dante Control When using the receiver in a network with Shure Control (WWB6) and a Dante Controller, two Device IDs are required: one for Shure Control and one for Dante Control. Device IDs are used to identify devices on the network and for creating Dante digital audio routes.

  • Page 43: Configuring Audio Routes With The Dante Controller

    In order for audio to flow in the network, audio routes (subscriptions) must be configured between transmitters and receivers. Note: ULX-D receivers will appear in the Dante controller as a Transmitter. Devices that have both inputs and outputs commonly appear as both transmitters and receivers.
  • Page 44 Shure Incorporated Dante Transmitters Devices that send or add audio into the network such as: • Receiver Outputs • Amplifier Outputs • Mixer Outputs • Signal Processor Outputs • Recorder Playback Outputs Dante Receivers Devices that receive audio from the network such as: •...

  • Page 45: Network Troubleshooting

    Start WWB6 software and use Inventory view to see devices connected to the network. If not, find the IP address from one of the devices on the network (such as a ULX-D receiver) and see if you can ping it from the computer running WWB6.

  • Page 46: System Reset

    When updating receiver firmware, update transmitters to the same firmware version to ensure consistent operation. The firmware of all ULX-D devices has the form of MAJOR.MINOR.PATCH (e.g., 1.2.14). At a minimum, all ULX-D devices on the network (including transmitters), must have the same MAJOR and MINOR firmware version numbers (e.g., 1.2.x).

  • Page 47: Updating The Transmitter

    Connecting to an External Control System The ULX-D receiver is compatible with external control systems such as AMX or Crestron via the Ethernet, using on the same cables used to carry Shure Control (WWB6). Use only one controller per system to avoid messaging conflicts.

  • Page 48: Troubleshooting

    Shure Incorporated ™ ShurePlus Channels Application Monitor the key elements of your wireless operation on a mobile device over Wi-Fi with ShurePlus Channels. Use alongside Wireless Workbench or as a stand-alone application for less complex coordination needs. • Visit the Channels page to download ShurePlus Channels.

  • Page 49: Firmware Mismatch

    Shure Incorporated Firmware Mismatch Paired transmitters and receivers must have the same firmware version installed to ensure consistent operation. See Firmware topic for firmware update procedure. Radio Frequency (RF) RF LEDs If neither blue RF Diversity LED is illuminated, then the receiver is not detecting the presence of a transmitter.

  • Page 50: Accessories

    Shure Incorporated Antenna Faults The Antenna Fault message indicates a short circuit condition at an antenna port. • Check antennas and cables for damage • Ensure that antenna ports are not overloaded • Check antenna bias voltage setting. Turn off voltage if using passive antennas.
  • Page 51 Beta 98H/C Lavalier microphone MX150, MX153, WL183, WL184, WL185 Headset microphone WH30TQG Cable, Instrument, 2-foot (0.7m), 4-pin Mini Connector (TA4F) with Right-Angle 1/4-inch Connector, used with Shure Wireless WA304 Bodypack Transmitters Premium Guitar Cable TQG Latching Connector WA306 Premium 1/4" Right-Angle WA307 LEMO to 1/4"...

  • Page 52: Optional Accessories

    95E9043 (Black) 95AD9279 95E9043 (Black) 95AF9279 95F9043 (Blue) 95M9279 95F9043 (Blue) 95M9279 95M9279 Optional Accessories Shure Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Battery SB900A 8-Bay Shure Battery Charger SBC800 Dual Docking Charger, Power Supply Not Included SBC200 Boundary Transmitter ULXD6 ULXD Gooseneck Base Transmitter ULXD8...

  • Page 53: Specifications

    50 ft. BNC-BNC Coaxial Cable UA850 100 ft. BNC-BNC Coaxial Cable UA8100 Specifications ULX-D System Specifications RF Carrier Frequency Range 470–932 MHz, varies by region (See Frequency Range and Output Power table) Working Range 100 m (330 ft) RF Tuning Step Size...

  • Page 54: Ulxd4D & Ulxd4Q

    Shure Incorporated Storage Temperature Range -29°C (-20°F) to 74°C (165°F) ULXD4D & ULXD4Q ULXD4D Weight 3.36 kg (7.4 lbs), without antennas Power Requirement 100 to 240 V AC, 50-60 Hz, 0.26 A max. ULXD4Q Weight 3.45 kg (7.6 lbs), without antennas Power Requirement 100 to 240 V AC, 50-60 Hz, 0.32 A max.

  • Page 55: Ulxd1

    Shure Incorporated Cascade Output Connector Type Configuration Unbalanced, passive Impedance 50 Ω Insertion Loss 0 dB Networking Network Interface Dual Port Ethernet 10/100 Mbps, 1Gbps, Dante Digital Audio Network Addressing Capability DHCP or Manual IP address Maximum Cable Length 100 m (328 ft)
  • Page 56 Shure Incorporated Battery Type Shure SB900A Rechargeable Li-Ion or LR6 AA batteries 1.5 V Battery Runtime @ 10 mW Shure SB900A >9 hours alkaline 9 hours Dimensions 86 mm x 66 mm x 23 mm (3.4 in. x 2.6 in. x 0.9 in.) H x W x D Weight 142 g (5.0 oz.), without batteries...

  • Page 57: Ulxd2

    Mic Offset Range 0 to 21 dB (in 3 dB steps) Audio Frequency Response Note: Dependent on microphone type Battery Type Shure SB900A Rechargeable Li-Ion or LR6 AA batteries 1.5 V Battery Runtime @ 10 mW Shure SB900A >9 hours...

  • Page 58: Tables And Diagrams

    Shure Incorporated RF Output Antenna Type Integrated Single Band Helical Occupied Bandwidth <200 kHz Modulation Type Shure proprietary digital Power 1 mW, 10 mW, 20 mW Tables and Diagrams TA4M Connector LEMO Connector 58/63...

  • Page 59: Batteries

    >6 >4:30 Note: The SB900A Shure rechargeable battery uses SBC200, SBC800 and SBC220 chargers. The values in this table are typical of fresh, high quality batteries. Battery runtime varies depending on the manufacturer and age of the battery. Frequency Range and Transmitter Output Power...
  • Page 60 Shure Incorporated Power ( mW RMS )* Band Frequency Range ( MHz ) (Lo/Nm/Hi) J50A△ 572 to 608 1/10/20 572 to 636 1/10/20 606 to 670 1/10 632 to 696 1/10/20 632 to 696 1/10/20 632 to 714 1/10/20 694 to 703...

  • Page 61: Certifications

    This product meets the Essential Requirements of all relevant European directives and is eligible for CE marking. 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 62: Information To The User

    Shure Incorporated IC: 616A-ULXD1V50, 616A-ULXD2V50 FCC: DD4ULXD1V50, DD4ULXD2V50 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.
  • Page 63 Shure Incorporated licences sur une base volontaire pour les appareils radio de faible puissance exempts de licence et exploités dans les bandes de télévision d’Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada. This device contains licence­exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Develop­...

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