Shure R180 Instructions

MODELS 588SDX, 515SDX, 515SBGX, 515SBG–18X, 515SBG–18XF, AND 515BSLX
This kit contains the following:
• One R180 replacement cartridge
• Two pieces of shrink-wrap tubing (for 515SBGX, 515SBG-8X,
515SBG-8XF, and 515BSLX only)
MODELS 588SDX AND 515SDX
CARTRIDGE
GRILLE LEADS
It is recommended that the following procedure be performed on a
table or other flat surface to support the cartridge and case in order
to avoid the possibility of breaking the cartridge leads.
To replace the R180 cartridge in the 588SDX and 515SDX,
proceed as follows:
1. Unscrew and remove the grille (turning counterclockwise).
2. Gently pull out the old cartridge, being careful not to break
the leads.
3. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the screws and lock
plate which hold the switch in place.
4. Using long-nose pliers, gently pull out the switch, being care-
ful not to break the leads.
5. Unsolder and remove the leads of the old cartridge from the
switch.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the switch, soldering iron
between 25 and 40 watts is recommended.
2005, Shure Incorporated
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27C2947 (Rev. 4)
SHURE MODEL R180 REPLACEMENT CARTRIDGE FOR
SWITCH
Model R180 Replacement Cartridge
The following tools are needed to replace the cartridge:
• Long-nose pliers (for 588SDX and 515SDX only)
• A soldering iron of 25 to 40 watts
• Wire cutters (for 515SBGX, 515SBG-18X, 515SBG-18XF, and
515BSLX only)
• #4 (.050 in., 1.3 mm) hex wrench (supplied with 515SBGX,
515SBG-18X, 515SBG-18XF, and 515BSLX only)
GREEN SWITCH
OFF
GREEN
CARTRIDGE
RED DOT
6. Solder the lead closest to the RED dot on the new cartridge
(see wiring diagram above) to the terminal with the YELLOW
lead on the switch.
7. Solder the other lead from the new cartridge to the terminal
with the BLUE lead on the switch.
8. Using long-nose pliers, carefully replace the switch in the
case with the blank terminal on the switch facing towards the
cartridge (to ensure the UP position is ON), being careful not
to pinch the leads.
9. Placing your finger inside the case to support the switch,
secure the switch in place by screwing the non-lockplate
screw on the side of the switch closest to the grille.
10. Gently insert the new cartridge into the case, being careful
not to pinch the leads, and making sure the foam gasket on
the cartridge is above the aluminum ring.
11. Replace and screw on the grille.
12. Replace the lockplate on the side of the switch opposite the
grille, then secure it with the remaining screw.
TERMINAL HOUSING
TRANSFORMER
BLUE BLACK
ON COMMON
WHITE – LO Z
YELLOW RED – HI Z
WIRING DIAGRAM
Printed in U.S.A.
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