Shure Axient Digital AD Series User Manual
Shure Axient Digital AD Series User Manual

Shure Axient Digital AD Series User Manual

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User guide for the Shure AD1 Axient Digital bodypack transmitter.
Version: 13.4 (2021-G)

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  • Page 1 Bodypack Transmitter User guide for the Shure AD1 Axient Digital bodypack transmitter. Version: 13.4 (2021-G)
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Input Overload Home Screen Display Matching Audio Levels with Offset Batteries Tone Generator Battery Installation Contact Customer Support Shure Rechargeable Battery Checking Battery Info Specifications AA Batteries and Transmitter Runtime Input Connector Diagrams Frequency Range and Transmitter Output Level Menu Parameters...
  • Page 3: Ad1 Bodypack Transmitter

    Do not short circuit; may cause burns or catch fire • Do not charge or use battery packs other than Shure rechargeable batteries • Dispose of battery packs properly. Check with local vendor for proper disposal of used battery packs.
  • Page 4: Furnished Accessories

    Menu and power lockout Power • Over 8 hours continuous use with 2 x AA alkaline batteries • Shure SB900-series lithium-ion rechargeable battery provides extended battery life, precision metering, and zero memory effect • External charging contacts for docked charging Furnished Accessories...
  • Page 5: Ad1 Transmitter Overview

    Use to navigate through parameter menus and to change settings. ⑤ Battery Compartment Requires two AA batteries or Shure rechargeable battery. ⑥ AA Battery Adapter Use to secure AA batteries. Remove when using a Shure rechargeable battery. ⑦ SMA Connector Connection point for RF antenna. ⑧ Power Switch Powers the unit on or off.
  • Page 6: Transmitter Controls

    Shure Incorporated Transmitter Controls Use the controls to navigate through parameter menus and change values. exit Acts as a 'back' button to return to previous menus or parameters without confirming a value change enter Enters menu screens and confirms parameter changes ∨∧...
  • Page 7: Locking The Interface

    Shure Incorporated Locking the Interface Lock transmitter interface controls to prevent accidental or unauthorized changes to parameters. The lock icon appears on the home screen when a lock is enabled. From the Utilities menu, navigate to Locks and select one of the following lock options: ◦...
  • Page 8: Batteries

    To ensure accurate display of transmitter runtime, set the battery type in the transmitter menu to match the installed AA battery type. Note: If a Shure rechargeable battery is installed, selecting a battery type is not necessary and the battery type will display Shure. Navigate to the Utilities and select Battery.
  • Page 9: Shure Rechargeable Battery

    Checking Battery Info When using a Shure rechargeable battery, the receiver and transmitter home screens display the number of hours and minutes remaining. Detailed information for the battery is displayed Battery menu of the transmitter: Utilities > Battery •...
  • Page 10: Important Tips For Care And Storage Of Shure Rechargeable Batteries

    All batteries should be stored and operated away from external heat sources in reasonable temperature conditions for best performance. 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 •...
  • Page 11: Menu Parameters

    Shure Incorporated Battery Runtime ( hours:minutes) Battery Indicator 2 mW 2 mW/10 <0:15 <0:15 <0:15 <0:15 Menu Parameters The Main menu organizes the available transmitter parameters into three sub-menus: • Radio • Audio • Utilities Tip: Use the arrow buttons to scroll between the sub-menus.
  • Page 12: Menu Map

    Shure Incorporated Menu Map Menu Parameter Descriptions Radio Menu Freq Press the enter button to enable editing of a group (G:) channel (C:) or frequency (MHz). Use the arrow buttons to adjust the values. To edit the frequency, press the enter button once to edit the first 3 digits, or twice to edit the second 3 digits.
  • Page 13: Utilities Menu

    Shure Incorporated Selectable polarity assignment for the audio input connector: ◦ Pos: Positive pressure on microphone diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 (with respect to pin 3 of XLR output) and the tip of the TRS output. ◦ Neg: Positive pressure on microphone diaphragm produces negative voltage on pin 2 (with respect to pin 3 of XLR output) and the tip of the TRS output.
  • Page 14: Ir Sync

    Shure Incorporated ◦ HW Version: Hardware version ◦ Serial Num: Serial number Reset All Restores all transmitter parameters to factory settings. IR Sync Use IR Sync to form an audio channel between the transmitter and receiver. Note: The receiver band must match the band of the transmitter.
  • Page 15: Updating Firmware

    Updating Firmware Firmware is embedded software in each component that controls functionality. Periodically, new versions of firmware are devel­ oped to incorporate additional features and enhancements. To take advantage of design improvements, you can upload and in­ stall new versions of the firmware by using the Shure Update Utility. The Shure Update Utility is available for download from http://www.shure.com/. Firmware Versioning When performing an update, first download firmware to the receiver, and then update transmitters to the same firmware version to ensure consistent operation.
  • Page 16: Rf Mute

    Shure Incorporated RF Mute RF Mute prevents transmission of the audio by suppressing the RF signal while allowing the transmitter to remain on. The home screen displays RF MUTED in this mode. From the Radio menu, navigate to Output. Choose one of the following options: ◦...
  • Page 17: Input Overload

    Shure Incorporated Safe Start menu options: • RF: Mute or On • Locks: None, Pwr, Menu, All Use the navigation buttons to make changes. Tip: To exit the Safe Start menu, cycle the power or momentarily remove the battery. Note: Previous settings for locks and RF will be retained when the transmitter is powered on in Safe Start.
  • Page 18: Tone Generator

    Shure Incorporated Tone Generator The transmitter contains an internal tone generator that produces a continuous audio signal. The tone is helpful when conduct­ ing a sound check or for troubleshooting the audio signal chain. The level of the tone is adjustable from -60 dB to 0 dB and the frequency can be set to 400 Hz or 1000 Hz.
  • Page 19: Audio Input

    Pad On Preamplifier Equivalent Input Noise (EIN) System Gain Setting ≥ +20 ­120  dBV, A­weighted, typical RF Output Connector Antenna Type 1/4 wave Impedance 50 Ω Occupied Bandwidth <200 kHz Channel-to-Channel Spacing 350 kHz Standard Mode 125 kHz High Density Mode Modulation Type Shure Axient Digital Proprietary 19/24...
  • Page 20: Input Connector Diagrams

    Shure Incorporated Power 2 mW, 10 mW, 35 mW Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) < 0.20 W/kg Input Connector Diagrams TA4M LEMO Frequency Range and Transmitter Output Level Frequency Range ( MHz) RF Output Power ( mW)*** Band 470 to 510 2/10/35 479 to 565 2/10/20 G55†...
  • Page 21 Shure Incorporated Frequency Range ( MHz) RF Output Power ( mW)*** Band K57△ 606 to 790 2/10/35 622 to 698 2/10/35 630 to 787 2/10/35 630.125 to 697.875 2/10/35 694 to 703, 748 to 758, 803 to 806 2/10/35 630.125 to 697.875...
  • Page 22: Licensing Information

    Information. LICENSING INFORMATION 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 pends on the user’s classification and application, and on the selected frequency. Shure strongly urges the user to contact the ...
  • Page 23: Australia Warning For Wireless

    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 24: Information To The User

    Shure Incorporated (六)在航空器内和依据法律法规、国家有关规定、标准划设的射电天文台、气象雷达站、卫星地球站(含测控、测距、接收、 导航站)等军民用无线电台(站)、机场等的电磁环境保护区域内使用微功率设备,应当遵守电磁环境保护及相关行业主管部门 的规定。 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. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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