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- Page 1 MXN-AMP ® Microflex PoE-Powered Amplifier Shure MXN-AMP PoE amplifier manual. Find control software, how to install and troubleshoot, and specifications. Compatible with Shure MXP loudspeakers. Version: 2.0 (2025-B)
- Page 2 Save and Apply Presets Videoconferencing Room Equipment Export Virtual Device Presets MXN-AMP Designer Setup Example Switch between Presets with Logic MXN-AMP Web Application Setup Example Shure Audio Encryption About the Shure MXN-AMP Compatible Shure Loudspeakers Set Up the 802.1X Protocol for a Device Turn Off or Clear 802.1X Settings...
- Page 3 Shure MXN-AMP Setup Videoconferencing Room Equipment Your MXN-AMP is one part of a complete room system for videoconferencing. It's helpful to think about all the parts of your room system as you get started setting up the MXN-AMP. A standard room includes some or all of this equipment: •...
- Page 4 This example uses Shure Designer software to set up an MXNAMP, an MXA901R, an ANIUSBMATRIX, and 2 MXP1 loud speakers. You can use other combinations of devices with MXN-AMP, but the setup in Designer is similar. You might use De...
- Page 5 Shure Incorporated 1. Install and Connect Install the MXN-AMP and other devices. Connect networked audio devices to PoE or PoE+ ports on the network switch using Ethernet cable. Connect the MXP-1 loudspeakers to the amp's block connectors with loudspeaker cable.
- Page 6 This example uses device web applications and Dante Controller to connect an an MXNAMP, an MXA901R, an ANIUSBMA TRIX, and 2 MXP-1 loudspeakers. You might use web applications and Dante Controller if: • You don't have many Shure devices to manage • You need to route audio to third-party Dante devices After this setup process, you should be able to: •...
- Page 7 Connect the computer running Shure Update Utility and Dante Controller to the same network. Open Shure Update Utility. Find the MXN-AMP in the list of devices. Double-click the amp's IP address to open its web application or right-click to copy and paste the IP address into your browser.
- Page 8 The MXN-AMP can drive up to 4 low-impedance loudspeakers or 1 series of 70/100-volt loudspeakers. The MXN-AMP provides 4 Dante input and output channels. It also has 2 analog audio inputs (derived from a single 3.5mm TRS connector). Onboard Shure DSP utilities include EQ, delay, limiter, and a signal/tone generator. The MXN-AMP features Shure-designed loudspeaker presets for all MXP-series loudspeakers to ensure optimal audio performance.
- Page 9 Reset options: Network reset (press button for 4-8 seconds) Resets all Shure control and audio network IP settings to factory defaults. Audio and PoE+ LEDs flash green. Full factory reset (press button for longer than 8 seconds) Resets all network and Designer settings to the factory defaults. All LEDs flash green, then solid green after 8 seconds.
- Page 10 Shure Incorporated 70V Light Status Activity Not in 70V mode. Device in LoZ mode.* Power LED Status Power Light Status Activity Solid green Device on and ready Flashing red Error Logic input 3.5 mm TRS audio line input (stereo line in)
- Page 11 Shure Incorporated MXN-AMP Specifications Power Input Power over Ethernet (PoE) or PoE+ over RJ45 (48 V = 25.5 W MAX) Weight 2.43 Ibs (1.1kg) Product Dimensions 7.95 x 7.01 x 1.57 in. (202 x 178 x 40 mm) L x W x H...
- Page 12 Rack Tray Mounting You can also mount the MXN-AMP in the CRT1 19" Rack Tray (optional accessory) in a rack or under a table. The CRT1 supports the MXN-AMP and an additional device (MXN-AMP, P300, ANI4IN, ANI4OUT, ANI22, or ANIUSB-MATRIX).
- Page 13 Shure Incorporated Securing the Devices Use the included screws from the mounting hardware kit to secure each MXNAMP, P300, or Audio Network Interface (ANI) de vice. Devices can be mounted to face either direction. Insert the screws from the bottom in the appropriate holes.
- Page 14 Shure Incorporated Connect to Power The MXN-AMP can use Power over Ethernet (PoE) or Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+). Each option has different capabilities: • PoE+ powers up to 4 low impedance loudspeakers or a series of 70volt loudspeakers. (Loudspeaker model and tap set...
- Page 15 Shure Incorporated Amplifier Input and Output Channels Input Channels The amplifier has 4 Dante input channels. You can set channels 3 and 4 to be dual mono analog inputs or Dante inputs. Input channels are useful for sending a far-end signal and program audio to your loudspeakers.
- Page 16 You can switch output modes without losing your settings. Firmware Updates Use the Shure Update Utility (SUU) to update device firmware. Keep device firmware updated to take advantage of additional features and improvements. Download the most recent version of the SUU from shure.com/SUU.
- Page 17 Shure Incorporated Note: To adjust EQ and other DSP settings for your passive loudspeakers, go to the MXN-AMP's Outputs page. Parametric Equalizer Maximize audio quality by adjusting the frequency response with the parametric equalizer. Common equalizer applications: • Improve speech intelligibility •...
- Page 18 Shure Incorporated Setting Function Gain Adjusts the level for a specific filter (+/− 18 dB) Adjusts the range of frequencies affected by the filter. As this value increases, the bandwidth becomes thinner. Adjusts the range of frequencies affected by the filter. The value is represented in octaves.
- Page 19 Shure Incorporated Equalizer Applications Conferencing room acoustics vary based on room size, shape, and construction materials. Use the guidelines in following ta ble. Uses for EQ EQ Application Suggested Settings Add a high shelf filter to boost frequencies greater than 1...
- Page 20 Shure Incorporated White noise Equal energy at each frequency. Use to check levels and to verify coverage in multi-speaker installations. Sine wave Plays a tone at the selected frequency. Use to check levels, assess comb filtering effects, and identify possible standing waves.
- Page 21 Shure Incorporated ◦ For device presets, double-click a virtual or online device and then choose presets. Select an open preset slot. Enter a name for the preset. Click Save. Apply Presets Open the presets view Choose the preset you want.
- Page 22 Shure Incorporated Export Virtual Device Presets You can export a virtual device's settings as a preset file (.json). This allows you to import and apply that preset to an online de vice in its web application. Double-click the virtual device.
- Page 23 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 24 Shure Incorporated To set up 802.1X, you will need: • Details about your authentication server's EAP method • Any required credentials or certificates for that method, for example: ◦ MD5 and PWD User ID and passphrase ◦ TLS and PEAP User ID and passphrase Certificate (with certificate types) in the .PEM format...
- Page 25 Adjusting levels A complete list of command strings is available at: https://www.shure.com/en-US/docs/commandstrings/MXN-AMP. MXN-AMP Signal Path Diagram The following diagram shows the signal path for the MXN-AMP. Use Designer or the web application to adjust DSP or change output modes. 25/33...
- Page 26 Shure Incorporated Notes If you are using Dante output channels in LoZ mode: • PreDSP signals do not go through the matrix mixer. Signals are sent from the Dante input to the respective output chan nel (Dante in 1 to Dante output 1, Dante in 2 to Dante output 2, etc.).
- Page 27 Not enough bass/treble Make sure the correct loudspeaker preset is selected on the Outputs page of the MXN-AMP's control software. Check that the amplifier is plugged into an appropriate PoE or PoE+ source and that its control IP address is in the cor...
- Page 28 Shure Incorporated Additional Resources • Shure Knowledge Base FAQs • Command strings for Shure devices • Shure API documentation • Shure Enterprise Networking Troubleshooting Checklist • Shure Systems YouTube channel Download Shure Software • Shure Designer • Shure Update Utility •...
- Page 29 Shure Incorporated • Power over Ethernet (PoE) or PoE+ ports for any devices that require power • Management features to provide information about port speed, error counters, and bandwidth used • Ability to switch off Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE). EEE (also known as "Green Ethernet") may cause audio dropouts and problems with clock synchronization.
- Page 30 Security update periods: Shure provides support regarding hardware and software updates that continue the integral cyber security safety of Shure products up to 24 months after end of life (AEOL). For the full statement regarding Shure's product support policy, and information regarding products end of life status information can be found at the following link: https:// www.shure.com/en-GB/about-us/security...
- Page 31 This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Notice: The FCC regulations provide that changes or modifications not expressly approved by Shure Incorporated could void your authority to operate this equipment.
- Page 32 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 33 Shure Incorporated 中国 RoHS 臺灣 RoHS 33/33...
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