Shure SBC450 User manual

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SBC450 SBC850
4- and 8-Bay Networked Charging
Stations
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
1. READ these instructions.
2. KEEP these instructions.
3. HEED all warnings.
4. FOLLOW all instructions.
5. DO NOT use this apparatus near water.
6. CLEAN ONLY with dry cloth.
7. DO NOT block any ventilation openings. Allow
sufficient distances for adequate ventilation and
install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
8. DO NOT install near any heat sources such as open
flames, radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Do not place any open flame sources on the product.
9. DO NOT defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
or grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wider blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does
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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
SBC450 and SBC850
Networked Charging
Stations
Included Components
Charger Controls and
Connectors
Power Connections
Charging Boundary and
Gooseneck Base
Transmitters
Connecting Shure Devices to
Wireless Workbench
Monitoring Batteries with
Wireless Workbench
Controlling Transmitters
with Networked Chargers
Connecting to an External

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not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. PROTECT the power cord from being walked on or
pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
11. ONLY USE attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12. USE only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
13. UNPLUG this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
14. REFER all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
Connecting to an External
Control System
Firmware Updates
Model Variations
Specifications
Certifications
Information to the user

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15. DO NOT expose the apparatus to dripping and
splashing. DO NOT put objects filled with liquids,
such as vases, on the apparatus.
16. The MAINS plug or an appliance coupler shall remain
readily operable.
17. The airborne noise of the Apparatus does not exceed
70dB (A).
18. Apparatus with CLASS I construction shall be
connected to a MAINS socket outlet with a protective
earthing connection.
19. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
20. Do not attempt to modify this product. Doing so
could result in personal injury and/or product failure.
21. Operate this product within its specified operating
temperature range.
Explanation of Symbols
Caution: risk of electric shock
Caution: risk of danger (See note.)
Direct current
Alternating current
On (Supply)
Equipment protected throughout by DOUBLE
INSULATION or REINFORCED INSULATION
Stand-by
Equipment should not be disposed of in the
normal waste stream

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WARNING: Voltages in this equipment are hazardous to
life. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to
qualified service personnel. The safety certifications do
not apply when the operating voltage is changed from
the factory setting.
SBC450 and SBC850 Networked
Charging Stations
SBC450 and SBC850 networked charging stations provide
simple charging, configuration, and storage for either four
or eight ULXD6 and ULXD8 transmitters. Charge
transmitters for 15 minutes to get one hour of use, or
charge for three hours for a full charge.
Connect to a network to adjust transmitter settings and
monitor rechargeable battery information. Use Shure
control software such as Wireless Workbench® or other
external control systems such as AMX or Crestron to
monitor and make changes.
Features
Compatible with ULXD6 and ULXD8 transmitters
using Shure rechargeable batteries
Charge four or eight transmitters for 15 minutes to
get one hour of use or three hours for a full charge
Easily adjust transmitter settings using Shure control
software such as Wireless Workbench and external
control systems such as AMX or Crestron
Monitor rechargeable battery information such as
health, temperature, charge, and cycle using control
software
Update transmitter and charger software using Shure

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Update Utility
Included Components
PS60 power supply (some models available without
power supply)
Charger Controls and
Connectors
ɠ Power
Button
Press to turn charger on; press and hold
to turn charger off.
ɡ Reset
Button
Charger reset: Press and hold reset
button while simultaneously
powering on charger to restore
factory settings. IP addressing will
be reset to Automatic. Charging
LEDs = solid green.

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Transmitter reset: Place transmitters
in charging docks. Press and hold
reset button for five seconds to
restore transmitter factory settings.
Transmitter mute LEDs = flashing.
ɢ Power
LED
On = Charger is on
Off = Charger is off
ɣ Ethernet
Port
Connect to an Ethernet network to
enable remote device control and
monitoring using Wireless Workbench
or other control software.
ɤ Power
Input
Connect to power supply.
ɥ Charging
Status LEDs
Each charging slot has five LEDs that
illuminate to show the battery's charge
level:
LED % Battery Charge
1 Flashing:
<10%
Solid: >10%
2 >25%
3 >50%
4 >75%
5 100%
ɦ Charging
Slots (USB
3.0)
Slide any ULXD6 or ULXD8 transmitter
with Shure rechargeable batteries into
slots to begin charging.
ɧ Ethernet
Link Speed
Off = 10 Mbps
On = 100 Mbps

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LED (Amber)
ɨ Ethernet
Status LED
(Green)
Off = No network link
On = Network link established
Flashing = Network link active
Power Connections
1. Connect power supply to power outlet and charger
power input.
2. Charger automatically turns on when connected to
power. Press and hold power button to turn off.
If you experience a loss of power, the charging station will
automatically resume charging after power is restored.
Charging Boundary and
Gooseneck Base Transmitters
Slide any ULXD6 or ULXD8 transmitter with Shure
rechargeable batteries into a charging slot as shown:

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Charging Time
15 minutes = 1 hour of use
1 hour = 50% charged
3 hours = 100% charged
Note: If charging station loses power, transmitters will also power
off. Transmitters will resume charging when power is restored.
Connecting Shure Devices to
Wireless Workbench
Wireless Workbench lets you control and monitor devices
over the network. To get started, visit
http://www.shure.com/wwb and download Wireless
Workbench software. Wireless Workbench communicates
with connected devices over a standard Ethernet network.
Required equipment: Shure device, computer with
Wireless Workbench installed, Cat 5 (or better) Ethernet
cable, and router or network switch
1. Connect the device to your computer with a shielded
Cat 5 (or better) Ethernet cable to ensure reliable
network performance. If you have multiple devices to
manage, connect each device to a router or network
switch. The Ethernet port LEDs on your device will
illuminate to indicate network connectivity. Verify that
Shure devices can see each other by looking for the
network connectivity icon on the front panel (location
varies).

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2. For most applications, use the Automatic mode
(default) to let your switch or router assign an IP
address using DHCP addressing. If no DHCP server is
present, your devices will fall back to a link-local
address in the 169.254.xxx.xxx range. If you need to
assign specific IP addresses, set the IP mode to
Manual in the Network menu. Find model-specific
instructions at http://shure-
community.custhelp.com/posts/a21b97f121.
3. Open Wireless Workbench software.
4. Select a Network Interface in the pop-up window.
Choose the network that most closely matches the
Ethernet port where your devices are connected.
5. Your device will appear in the Inventory tab when the
connection is successful.
Configuration Tips
Check your firewall settings to make sure Wireless
Workbench has access to your network
Use multiple Ethernet switches to extend the network
for larger installations
For more help, visit the Help menu in Wireless Workbench
or http://www.shure.com/wwb.
Monitoring Batteries with
Wireless Workbench
Wireless Workbench provides detailed battery information
for each transmitter.
Click the Inventory tab to view the networked charging
station in Wireless Workbench.

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Each tab in the charger panel provides different battery
statistics:
Charge Displays charge as a percentage of the
total battery capacity. Also shows time
remaining to full charge.
Health Displays health of selected battery as a
percentage of the charge capacity of a
new battery. Charge capacity (battery
life when fully charged) will decline as a
result of repeated charge cycles, age, or
storage conditions.
Cycle Displays total number of times that the
battery has undergone one full count of
discharge and charge. Recharging after
discharging halfway counts as one half
of a cycle. Recharging after discharging
a quarter of the way counts as one
quarter of a cycle.
Temperature Displays battery temperature (in Celsius
and Fahrenheit) and status.

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Controlling Transmitters with
Networked Chargers
Quickly review and control many transmitter settings
using Wireless Workbench or other external control
systems.
You can adjust the following settings:
Mute button and mute LED behavior or brightness
High-pass filter
RF power
Power lock
Initial state from charger
Battery type
Device name
Channel name
Frequency
Normal or High-Density Mode
Boundary and gooseneck offset

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1. Place transmitters on charger. Check that charger is
connected to network and to Wireless Workbench.
2. Open the Item Properties for the networked charger
in Wireless Workbench.
3. Select one or multiple transmitters.

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4. Make changes to transmitter settings and click Apply.
Transmitters are now ready to use.
Connecting to an External
Control System
SBC450 and SBC850 networked charging stations
connect to external control systems such as AMX or
Crestron via the Ethernet. Use only one controller per
system to avoid messaging conflicts. For a comprehensive
list of command strings, visit http://www.shure.com.
Connection: Ethernet (TCP/IP; SBC450 or SBC850 is
the client)
Port: 2202
Firmware Updates
Firmware is embedded software in each component that
controls functionality. Periodically, new versions of
firmware are developed to incorporate additional features
and enhancements. To take advantage of design
improvements, download new versions of the firmware
using the Shure Update Utility tool.
Download Shure Update Utility at
http://www.shure.com/suu.
Updating Transmitter Firmware with
Charging Station
1. Place transmitters on charging station and ensure
charging station is connected to the network.
2. Launch Shure Update Utility to find firmware updates.

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3. Download updates and click Send Updates.
Model Variations
All include power supply unless otherwise noted.
Region Model
United States SBC450-US or SBC850-US
Argentina SBC450-AR or SBC850-AR
Brazil SBC450-BR or SBC850-BR
Europe SBC450-E or SBC850-E
United Kingdom SBC450-UK or SBC850-UK
Japan SBC450-J or SBC850-J
China SBC450-CN or SBC850-CN
Korea SBC450-K or SBC850-K
Taiwan SBC450-TW or SBC850-TW
Australia SBC450-AZ or SBC850-AZ
India SBC450-IN or SBC850-IN
Global SBC450 (no power supply)
Global SBC850 (no power supply)
Specifications
SBC450/SBC850
Charge Time
ULXD6
and
ULXD8
15 minutes = 1 hour runtime; 1 hour = 50%
charged; 3 hours = 100% charged
Network Interface

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10/100 Mbps Ethernet
Power Requirement
15 V DC @ 4.0 A maximum, supplied by external power
supply (tip positive)
Housing
Molded Plastic, Cast Zinc Alloy
Dimensions
SBC450 82.1 mm x 224.4 mm x 192 mm (3.23 in. x 8.83
in. x 7.56 in.), H x W x D
SBC850 82.1 mm x 392 mm x 192 mm (3.23 in. x 15.43
in. x 7.56 in.), H x W x D
Weight
SBC450 1.59 kg (3.51 lbs)
SBC850 2.67 kg (5.89 lbs)
Operating Temperature Range
0°C (32°F) to 45°C (113°F)
Storage Temperature Range
-29°C (-20°F) to 74°C (165°F)
Certifications
Authorized under the verification provision of FCC Part
15B.
Industry Canada ICES-003 Compliance Label: CAN ICES-
3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
Note: See the label located on the bottom side of the
charger enclosure for the FCC marking, the CE marking,

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the RCM marking, the KC marking, and the electrical
ratings.
Meets requirements of the following standards: EN55032,
EN55103-2, EN60065, Korea KN32/35, IEC60065.
EN55032 EN55103-2 EN60065 Korea KN32/35 IEC60065
Information to the user
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and
the receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
LICENSING INFORMATION
Licensing: A ministerial license to operate this equipment

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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
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.
WARNING: Danger of explosion if incorrect battery
replaced. Operate only with AA batteries.
WARNING
Battery packs may explode or release toxic materials.
Risk of fire or burns. Do not open, crush, modify,
disassemble, heat above 140°F (60°C), or incinerate.
Follow instructions from manufacturer
Only use Shure charger to recharge Shure
rechargeable batteries
WARNING: Danger of explosion if battery incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with same or equivalent type.
Never put batteries in mouth. If swallowed, contact
your physician or local poison control center
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.
Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not
be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire
or the like

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WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
Please follow your regional recycling scheme for batteries,
packaging, and electronic waste.