Shure SBC250 User manual

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SBC250
2-Up Networked Docking Station
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 accor
dance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. DO NOT install near any heat sources such as open flames, radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appara
tus (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 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 dam
aged 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.
15. DO NOT expose the apparatus to dripping and splashing. DO NOT put objects filled with liquids, such as vas
es, 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.

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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
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.
General Description
SBC250 networked docking station provides simple charging, configuration, and storage for either 2 ULXD6 and
ULXD8 transmitters. Dock transmitters for 15 minutes to get 1 hour of use, or charge for 3 hours for a full charge.
Connect to a network to adjust transmitter settings and monitor rechargeable battery information. Use Shure con
trol 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
•Connect up to 2 transmitters for 15 minutes to get 1 hour of use, or 3 hours for a full charge
• Easily adjust transmitter settings using Shure control software such as Wireless Workbench and external con
trol systems such as AMX or Crestron
•Monitor rechargeable battery information such as health, temperature, charge, and cycle using control software
•Update transmitter and docking station firmware using Shure Update Utility
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•Rack- or wall-mountable with Shure URT3 mounting tray (sold separately)
Rack and Wall Mounting
SBC250 can be rack- or wall-mounted using the optional Shure URT3 universal rack tray for added flexibility when
storing ULXD6 boundary microphones.
①When mounting to a rack, position the rotatable ears on the URT3 with the
holes facing forward
②For mounting to a wall, rotate the ears so the holes are flush with the surface
Caution: When mounted on the wall, insert and remove ULXD6 boundary microphones vertically to avoid damag
ing the USB connector
More Information Available Online
A comprehensive online user guide is available at pubs.shure.com (http://pubs.shure.com).

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Controls and Connectors
①Power Switch
Powers the unit on or off.
②AC Power
IEC connector 100 - 240 V AC.
③Power LED
•On = Docking station is on
•Off = Docking station is off
④Ethernet Port
Connect to an Ethernet network to enable remote device control and monitoring using Wireless Workbench or oth
er control software.
⑤Ethernet Link Speed LED (Amber)
•Off = 10 Mbps
•On = 100 Mbps
⑥Ethernet Status LED (Green)
•Off = No network link
•On = Network link established
•Flashing = Network link active
⑦Charging Slots (USB 3.0)
Slide any ULXD6 or ULXD8 transmitter with Shure rechargeable batteries into slots to begin charging.

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⑧Charging 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%
⑨Reset Button
• Docking station reset: Press and hold reset button while simultaneously powering on the docking station to re
store factory settings. IP addressing will be reset to Automatic. Charging LEDs = solid green.
•Transmitter reset: Place transmitters in charging docks. Press and hold reset button for five seconds to restore
transmitter factory settings. Transmitter mute LEDs = flashing.
⑩ID Button
Identifies devices shown in Wireless Workbench by causing both the device's LED and the corresponding icon in
WWB to flash.
Power Connections
1. Connect power supply to a power outlet and to the docking station power input.
2. The docking station turns on and off via toggle switch.
If the docking station loses power, transmitters will also power off.
Connecting Transmitters
Insert a ULXD6 or ULXD8 transmitter with Shure rechargeable batteries into the slot as shown:

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The docking station provides power to charge transmitter batteries:
•15 minutes = 1 hour of use
•1 hour = 50% charged
•3 hours = 100% charged
Note: If the docking station loses power, transmitters will also power off. Batteries will resume charging when pow
er 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 (http://www.shure.com/wwb) and download Wireless Workbench software. Wireless Work
bench communicates with connected devices over a standard Ethernet network.
Required equipment: Shure device, computer with Wireless Workbench installed, Cat 5 (or better) Ethernet ca
ble, 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).
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 (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.

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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 (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 docking station in Wireless Workbench.
Each tab 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 (bat
tery 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.
Tip: To identify individual transmitters on the SBC250, press and hold the mute button on your ULXD6 or ULXD8
to make the corresponding icon in WWB flash. Clicking Dismiss all clears the flashing.

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Controlling Transmitters with Networked Docking Stations
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
1. Place transmitters on the docking station. Check that the docking station is connected to the network and to
Wireless Workbench.
2. Find the docking station in the inventory and right-click to select Properties.
3. Select one or multiple transmitters.
4. Make changes to transmitter settings and select Apply. Transmitters are now ready to use.
Connecting to an External Control System
SBC250 networked docking stations connect to external control systems such as AMX or Crestron via the Ether
net. Use only one controller per system to avoid messaging conflicts. For a comprehensive list of command
strings, visit http://www.shure.com (http://www.shure.com).
•Connection: Ethernet (TCP/IP; SBC250 is the client)
•Port: 2202

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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 im
provements, download new versions of the firmware using the Shure Update Utility tool.
Download Shure Update Utility at http://www.shure.com/suu (http://www.shure.com/suu).
Updating Transmitter Firmware with Docking Station
1. Place transmitters on the docking station and check that docking station is connected to the network.
2. Launch Shure Update Utility to find firmware updates.
3. Download updates and click Send Updates.
Model Variations
All include power supply unless otherwise noted.
Region Model
United States SBC250-US
Argentina SBC250-AR
Brazil SBC250-BR
Europe SBC250-E
United Kingdom SBC250-UK
Japan SBC250-J
China SBC250-CN
Korea SBC250-K
Taiwan SBC250-TW
Australia SBC250-AZ
India SBC250-IN
Global SBC250 (no power supply)

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Specifications
SBC250
Charge Time
ULXD6 and ULXD8 15 minutes = 1 hour runtime; 1 hour = 50% charged; 3 hours = 100% charged
Network Interface
10/100 Mbps Ethernet
Power Requirement
100 - 240V AC @ 0.35 A maximum, 50/60 Hz
Housing
Molded Plastic, Sheet Metal
Dimensions
215 x 191 x 62.5 mm (8.46 x 7.52 x 2.44in.)
Weight
2.7 kg(5.95 lb)
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
Meets essential requirements of all applicable European Directives.
The CE Declaration of Conformity can be obtained from: www.shure.com/europe/compliance
Authorized European representative:
Shure Europe GmbH
Headquarters Europe, Middle East & Africa
Department: EMEA Approval
Jakob-Dieffenbacher-Str. 12
75031 Eppingen, Germany
Phone: [phone]

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Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
Operation of this device is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the de
vice.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de li
cence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage,
et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est suscepti
ble d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Eligible for CE marking.
Authorized under the verification provision of FCC Part 15B.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3 (B)
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, the
RCM marking, the KC marking, and the electrical ratings.
Note: EMC conformance testing is based on the use of supplied and recommended cable types. The use of other
cable types may degrade EMC performance.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Shure Incorporated could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
Meets requirements of the following standards:
EN55032
EN55103-2
EN55024
EN60950
Korea KN32/35
IEC60950
Please consider the environment, electric products and packaging are part of regional recycling schemes and do
not belong to regular household waste.
Important Product Information
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, disas
semble, 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.

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•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
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 harm
ful 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 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 re
sponsibility, 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 licens
ing, and before choosing and ordering frequencies.
Please follow your regional recycling scheme for batteries, packaging, and electronic waste.