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Summary of Contents for Shure LX Wireless System
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Page 1: User Guide
LX Wireless System User Guide LX Wireless System 2003, Shure Incorporated Printed in U.S.A. © 27D8654 (Rev. 6) - Page 2 LX Wireless System READ ME FIRST! To get your system up and running in just a few minutes, follow the simple in- structions on this page. For more detailed information, refer to the sections of this guide that apply to your system.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
English TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS ........2 SYSTEM COMPONENTS . -
Page 4: System Components
LX Wireless System SYSTEM COMPONENTS WIRELESS RECEIVER SQUELCH LEVEL POWER AUDIO MARCAD DIVERSITY SQUELCH LEVEL POWER RF A RF B AUDIO LX WIRELESS MICROPHONE SYSTEM COMPONENTS FIGURE 1 ® Your LX Wireless Microphone System features a MARCAD fixed frequency diversi- ty receiver operating in the VHF band between 169 and 240 MHz. -
Page 5: System Features
English SYSTEM FEATURES Shure LX Wireless Systems offer a number of exceptional features, including: • Exclusive Shure MARCAD Circuitry (LX4). MARCAD (MAximum Ratio Com- bining Audio Diversity) circuitry constantly monitors signals from both receiver sections and combines them to create a single output signal. The result is im- proved reception and exceptional freedom from dropouts. -
Page 6: Lx1 Body-Pack Transmitter Features, Controls
(see the Setting Audio Level section). Input Jack. This is a Mini- connector (TA4F) that provides connection with a vari- ety of lavalier and headset microphone cables, and the Shure WA302 instrument adapter cable. -
Page 7: Lx2 Handheld Microphone-Transmitter Features, Controls And Indicators
English LX2 HANDHELD MICROPHONE-TRANSMITTER FEATURES, CONTROLS AND INDICATORS LX2 MICROPHONE-TRANSMITTER FEATURES, CONTROLS, AND INDICATORS FIGURE 3 Grille. Protects the microphone cartridge and helps reduce breath sounds and wind noise. The grilles for the various microphone heads differ in appearance. Power Switch. Turns transmitter power on and off. Power/Battery Fuel Gauge. -
Page 8: Lx3 Receiver Features, Controls And Indicators
Antenna Connector. UHF-type connector provides connection to the supplied 1/4-wave antenna or to coax cable used with a remote antenna. They also provide connection to the optional Shure WA421 remote antenna cable kit used with optional WA380 telescoping and WA490 cable-type 1/2-wave antennas. -
Page 9: Lx4 Diversity Receiver Features, Controls
Antenna Connectors. UHF-type connectors provide connection to the supplied 1/4-wave antennas or to coax cable used with remote antennas. They also provide connection to the optional Shure WA421 remote antenna cable kit used with optional WA380 telescoping and WA490 cable-type 1/2-wave antennas. -
Page 10: Receiver Mounting
Step 1. 3. If you are not going to front mount the antennas with a Shure WA503 Front Mount Conversion Kit, insert the plastic plugs into the holes in the brackets. -
Page 11: Receiver Connections
Improved LX4 diversity performance may be obtained by installing one or both antenna(s) at a remote location and separating them by 1.5 meters (60 inches) or more. Shure WA380 telescoping or WA490 cable-type 1/2-wave antennas are recommended for remote location, and they should be connected to the receiver via... -
Page 12: Transmitter Setup
LX Wireless System TRANSMITTER SETUP LX1 BODY-PACK TRANSMITTER BATTERY INSTALLATION 1. With the transmitter POWER PWR/OFF switch in the OFF position, press down on the OPEN side of the battery compartment cover, slide it back and flip it open. 2. Insert a new 9V alkaline battery in the compartment. Observe proper battery polar- ity (“+/–”). - Page 13 English CHECKING THE TRANSMITTER BATTERY Turn the transmitter PWR/OFF switch to the PWR position and observe that one or two of the three lights on the transmitter glows. The amount of battery life remaining will be indicated by the color of the light(s), as shown in the following table. Battery Life Indicators Remaining Transmitter Operating Time*...
- Page 14 LX Wireless System ATTACHING THE LX1 TO A BELT OR GUITAR STRAP Attach the LX1 body-pack transmitter clip to a belt, waistband, or guitar strap by de- pressing the tab marked PRESS and slipping the belt or strap between the transmitter body and the belt clip, as shown in Figure 11.
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Page 15: Operating Lx1 Body-Pack Systems
3. If you are using a lavalier microphone, clip the mic to your tie, lapel, or other gar- ment. If you are using a headset, put the headset on. If you are using a Shure WM98 microphone, insert it into an A98KCS horn mount and clamp it to your horn. -
Page 16: Operating The Lx2 Hand-Held System
LX Wireless System OPERATING THE LX2 HAND-HELD SYSTEM TRANSMITTER RECEIVER LX2 HAND-HELD MICROPHONE SYSTEM OPERATION FIGURE 15 1. Slide the transmitter PWR/OFF switch to the PWR position. One of the three lights on the transmitter illuminates. 2. Press the POWER button on the receiver. The green power on indicator and the RF light(s) illuminates. -
Page 17: Gain And Squelch Adjustment
English GAIN AND SQUELCH ADJUSTMENT ADJUSTING THE TRANSMITTER AUDIO GAIN LEVEL The transmitter audio gain level has been factory pre-set to provide satisfactory out- put in most applications. However, for loud singers or high-output musical instruments, the preset level may be too high, as indicated by the constant glow of the red light on the receiver audio level meter. -
Page 18: Tips For Achieving Optimum Performance
WA470 Passive Antenna Splitter to minimize the number of antennas and re- duce interference. • Use the Shure WA302 Instrument Cable when using the LX1 transmitter with a musical instrument. • If using multiple wireless systems, maintain a distance of at least 3 meters... -
Page 19: Troubleshooting
Remove local sources of RF interference, such as lighting equipment. If using a guitar or other instrument, make sure it is connected to the LX1 with a Shure WA302 adapter cable. Two transmitters may be operating on the same frequency. Locate and turn one off. -
Page 20: Specifications
LX Wireless System SPECIFICATIONS RF Carrier Frequency Range 169.445 to 240.000 MHz (available frequencies depend on the applicable regulations in the country where the system is used) Working Range 91 m (300 ft) under typical conditions. NOTE: Actual working range depends on RF signal absorption, reflection and interference. -
Page 21: Furnished Accessories
Meets Requirements of EMC Standard EN 301 489 Parts 1 and 9. Meets Low Voltage Directive. LX Systems are eligible to carry the CE marking. Shure Models LX1 and LX2 Transmitters meet the essential requirements of the Europe- an R&TTE Directive 99/5/EC and are eligible to carry the CE marking. -
Page 22: Replacement Parts
Licensing: A ministerial license to operate this equipment may be required in certain areas. Consult your national authority for possible requirements. Shure Transmitters Models LX1 and LX2 may be used in the countries and frequency ranges listed on page 22. -
Page 23: Licensing Information
Licensing of Shure wireless microphone equip- ment 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 other than standard frequencies. - Page 24 Shure garantit que, pour un usage normal, ce produit sera exempt de tout défaut de fabrication et de matériaux pour une période de deux (2) ans à compter de la date d’achat. Si ce produit Shure tombe en panne pendant cette période, appeler le 1-800-516-2525 aux États-Unis pour obtenir des renseignements sur les réparations, les remplacements ou les remboursements.
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- Page 26 Trademark Notices: The stylized Shure logo, and the word “Shure” are registered trademarks of Shure Incorporated in the United States. “Pelican” is a registered trademark of Pelican Prod- ucts, Inc. SHURE Incorporated Web Address: http://www.shure.com 5800 W. Touhy Avenue, Niles, IL 60714-4608, U.S.A.