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Shure MX890 Manual

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Wireless Desktop Base
The Shure MX890 desktop base for MX405 and MX410
gooseneck microphones offers cable-free installation for
corporate boardrooms or other applications requiring flexible
microphone configurations. The MX890 operates within the
518–865 MHz bands and is compatible with Shure SLX wireless
systems.
©2008 Shure Incorporated
27EN3253 (Rev. 3)
Model MX890
Printed in U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 Model MX890 Wireless Desktop Base The Shure MX890 desktop base for MX405 and MX410 gooseneck microphones offers cable-free installation for corporate boardrooms or other applications requiring flexible microphone configurations. The MX890 operates within the 518–865 MHz bands and is compatible with Shure SLX wireless systems.
  • Page 2 • Programmable frequency Group/Channel display • Programmable mute function • Operates on two AA batteries • Compatible with all Shure SLX Wireless systems • Supports Shure MX405 and MX410 Mini Gooseneck Microphones • Commshield™ technology for protection from RF interference...

  • Page 3: Microphone Placement

    Microphone Placement Place the MX890 no more than 25 cm (1 ft.) from the edge of the table. Aim the microphone toward the talker and away from loudspeakers and noise sources. Use one microphone for each talker. Pickup angle with a cardioid cartridge is 130° at –3 dB.

  • Page 4: Low-Cut Filter

    Connecting Gooseneck Align the pin on the microphone flange with the slot on the desktop base. Insert the gooseneck into the desktop base and lock it in place by rotating the gooseneck sleeve clockwise. Low-Cut Filter The low-cut filter attenuates frequencies below 150 Hz by 6 dB per octave.
  • Page 5 Battery Installation Open the battery compartment as shown. Insert two1.5V “AA” batteries. Make sure the +/– terminals are properly oriented. Note: Alkaline batteries last up to 8 hours. Rechargeable, carbon- zinc and zinc-chloride batteries provide less operating time. Power Meter The battery meter on the LCD shows remaining battery life.

  • Page 6: Power On/Off

    Power On/Off Press and hold the ON/OFF PROGRAM button for approximately 2 seconds. The LCD illuminates. To turn the transmitter off, press and hold the ON/OFF PROGRAM button again. Note: Use the button on the bottom of the transmitter to power it on without opening the battery compartment.

  • Page 7: Mute Button

    Mute Button The mute button can be configured for toggle or momentary operation. Toggle (as supplied) The PUSH button toggles the microphone between active and muted states. NOTE: The microphone always powers up in the active state. Momentary There are two types of momentary operation: Push-to-Mute: The microphone is muted only while the button is pressed and held.

  • Page 8: Mute Indicator

    Mute Indicator The desktop base illuminates the gooseneck microphone LED to indicate whether the microphone is active or muted. Refer to the following table: Microphone MX405 / MX410 MX405R / MX410R Status Indicator Light Ring Active Green Muted Red/Flashing Green* Off/Flashing* *To toggle between off and flashing, press PUSH and ON/OFF PROGRAM simultaneously.

  • Page 9: Locking Settings

    Locking Settings Press ON/OFF PROGRAM and SELECT simultaneously to lock or unlock transmitter settings. When locked, the current settings cannot be manually changed. Note: Locking the transmitter settings does not disable IR frequency synchronization or the High Pass/Low Cut filter. LOGIC MODE To use with a logic enabled receiver, you must perform...
  • Page 10 Automatic Frequency Synchronization Power off all transmitters. Power on all receivers. Begin with the first transmitter. Open the battery cover and power it on. Aim the IR sensor at the first receiver IR port. The transmitter should be no more than 15 cm (6 in.) from the receiver. Press and hold the receiver SYNC button to send group and channel data to the transmitter.

  • Page 11: Tips For Optimum Performance

    • Avoid placing laptop computers or other obstructions in front of the microphone during use. • Only use with a Shure SLX4 wireless receiver. Troubleshooting If you encounter difficulty with the SLX Wireless System: • Make sure both the transmitter and the receiver are turned on.

  • Page 12: Frequency Selection

    The system’s band and frequency range are identified on the receiver and transmitter. For example, “H4 518-578 MHz.” For information on bands available in your area, consult your local dealer or phone Shure. More information is also available at Shure’s website (www.shure.com). Licensing Licensing of Shure wireless microphone equipment is the user’s responsibility, and licensability depends on the user’s...

  • Page 13: Frequency Bands

    Frequency Bands Band Range Output 10 mW 518–542 MHz 28 mW 572–596 MHz 10 mW 638–662 MHz 10 mW 702–726 MHz 10 mW 794–806 MHz 10 mW 800–820 MHz 10 mW 838–865 MHz 10 mW 806–810 MHz 10 mW 740–752 MHz 10 mW 470–494 MHz 10 mW...
  • Page 14 Master List Frequencies The Master List is an index of all frequencies in a band, including those not assigned to a Group or Channel. The Master List can only be accessed through the receiver, so the transmitter must be synchronized via the IR port. When a Master List frequency is in use, “MASTER LIST”...

  • Page 15: Transmitter Specifications

    Transmitter Specifications Operating Range 30 m (100 ft.) Note: Actual range depends on RF signal absorption, reflection, and interference Frequency Stability ±10 ppm Maximum Frequency Deviation 45 kHz Oscillator Type Phase-locked loop (PLL) controlled synthesizer Power Requirements 3V (2 AA alkaline or rechargeable batteries) Battery Life ≥8 hours (alkaline) Power Consumption...

  • Page 16: Microphone Specifications

    Microphone Specifications Note: See gooseneck microphone guide for acoustic specifications.
  • Page 17 Meets essential requirements of the European R&TTE Directive 99/5/EC (ETSI EN 300-422 Parts 1 & 2, EN 301 489 Parts 1 & 9) and eligible to carry the CE marking. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Shure Incorporated could void your authority to operate this equipment.

  • Page 18: Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    EN 301 489-9 V1.2.1 (2002-08) EN 300 422-1 V1.2.2 (2000-08) EN 300 422-2 V1.1.1 (2000-08) The technical documentation is kept at: Shure Incorporated, Corporate Quality Engineering Division SHURE Europe GmbH, EMEA Approval Manufacturer: Shure Incorporated Signed: __________________________________ Date: 20 December 2006...
  • Page 20 United States, Canada, Latin America, Caribbean: 5800 W. Touhy Avenue, Niles, IL 60714-4608, U.S.A. Phone: 847-600-2000 U.S. Fax: 847-600-1212 Int’l Fax: 847-600-6446 Europe, Middle East, Africa: Shure Europe GmbH, Phone: 49-7131-72140 Fax: 49-7131-721414 Asia, Pacific: Shure Asia Limited, Phone: 852-2893-4290 Fax: 852-2893-4055...

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