Shure BRH440M User manual

BRH440M BRH441M
Broadcast Headset
The Shure broadcast headesets, BRH440M and BRH441M, user guide.
Version: 2.1 (2022-I)

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Table of Contents
BRH440M BRH441M Broadcast Headset 3
LIMITED WARRANTY 3
Service Centers 3
General Description 4
Care and Maintenance 4
Detachable Cable 4
Wearing the Headset 5
Flip-Up Mute Function 6
Specifications 6
Accessories 8
Replacement Parts 9
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 11
CAUTION 11
WARNING 12
WARNING 12
Certifications 12

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BRH440M BRH441M 
Broadcast Headset
LIMITED WARRANTY
ShureIncorporated(“Shure”)herebywarrantstotheoriginalconsumerpurchaseronlythat,exceptasotherwisespecifiedbe
low, this product will be free in normal use of any defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the
consumer’soriginaldateofpurchasedirectlyfromShureorfromaShureauthorizedreseller.
Any rechargeable batteries contained in or packaged with this product are so warranted for a period of one (1) year from the
consumer’soriginaldateofpurchase.However,rechargeablebatteriesareconsumableandtheircapacitywillbereducedover
time based on temperature, amount of time in storage, charging cycles, and other factors; hence reduction in battery capacity
does not constitute a defect in material or workmanship.
At its sole option, Shure will repair or replace the defective product and promptly return it to you. In order for this warranty to be
valid,theconsumermust,atthetimetheproductisreturned,provideproofofpurchaseintheformoftheoriginalpurchasere
ceiptdirectlyfromShureorfromaShureauthorizedreseller.IfShureelectstoreplacethedefectiveproduct,thenShurere
serves the right to replace the defective product with another product of the same model or a model of at least comparable
qualityandfeaturesinShure’ssoledetermination.
If you believe this product is defective within the warranty period, carefully repack the unit, insure it and return it with proof of
purchase, postage prepaid, to Shure Incorporated, Attention: Service Department, at the address below.
Outside of the United States, return the product to your dealer or Authorized Service Center. Addresses are listed on
www.Shure.com or can be obtained by contacting Shure at the address listed below.
This warranty is not transferable. This warranty does not apply in cases of abuse or misuse of the product, use contrary to
Shure’sinstruction,ordinarywearandtear,anactofGod,negligentuse,purchasefromapartyotherthanShureoraShure
authorized reseller, unauthorized repair, or modification of the product.
ALLIMPLIEDWARRANTIESOFMERCHANTABILITYORFITNESSFORAPARTICULARPURPOSEAREHEREBYDIS
CLAIMED TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED UNDER APPLICABLE LAWS AND, TO THE EXTENT NOT PERMITTED, ARE
HEREBY LIMITED TO THE DURATION AND TERMS OF THIS WARRANTY. SHURE ALSO HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL
LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
Somestatesdonotallowlimitationsonhowlonganimpliedwarrantylasts,ortheexclusionorlimitationofincidentalorconse
quential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
have other rights which vary from state to state.
This warranty does not restrict the rights of the consumer mandated under applicable laws.
THISWARRANTYSUPERSEDESALLOTHERWARRANTIESTHATAREASSOCIATEDORINCLUDEDWITHTHISPROD
UCT, EXCEPT THAT ANY SOFTWARE CONTAINED IN OR PACKAGED WITH THIS PRODUCT IS EXCLUDED FROM THIS
WARRANTYANDINSTEADSHALLBECOVEREDBYTHEWARRANTY,IFANY,PROVIDEDINSHURE’SENDUSERLI
CENSE AGREEMENT ACCOMPANYING SUCH SOFTWARE.
Service Centers
United States, Canada, Latin America, Caribbean
Shure Incorporated
Attn: Service Department
945 Chaddick Dr.
Wheeling, IL 60090-6449 U.S.A.

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Europe, Middle East, and Africa
Shure Europe GmbH
Attn: Service
Jakob-Dieffenbacher-Str. 12,
75031 Eppingen, Germany
IndonesiaService Center Resmi:
Jakarta Hotline [phone]
Medan [phone]
Surabaya [phone]
Jogjakarta [phone]
Denpasar [phone]
Makasar [phone]
General Description
TheBRH441MBroadcastHeadsetandtheBRH440MBroadcastStereoHeadsetaredevelopedespeciallyforuseinbroad
cast and media production. Circumaural ear cups block out background noise, and the dynamic, cardioid microphone delivers
natural,highlyintelligiblevocalreproduction.Wearableontheleftorrightside,theflexibleboomfeaturesaflipupmutefunc
tion that deactivates the microphone when raised vertically. A detachable cable with unterminated ends enables connection to
a variety of devices, and is easily replaceable for a lifetime of use. The BRH440M features stereo monitoring, while the
BRH441M leaves one ear open to the surrounding environment.
Closed-back, circumaural design provides excellent isolation from background noise
Dynamicmicrophonedeliversnatural,highlyintelligiblevocalreproductionwithcardioidpolarpatternandfrequencyre
sponse optimized for communication in loud environments
Ergonomic, lightweight design with adjustable, padded headband for long wearing comfort
Flexible boom microphone pivots 250 degrees for left or right side wear
Flip-up mute function deactivates the microphone when boom is raised vertically
Single-side, detachable cable with unterminated ends (stripped and tinned) enables connection to a variety of devices
User-replaceable cable, earpads, and windscreen for a long product life
Legendary Shure durability to withstand the rigors of professional use
Care and Maintenance
Clean using a soft, damp cloth.
CAUTION: Do not use cleansers that contain solvents. Keep liquid and foreign objects out of the driver openings.

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Detachable Cable
Attach the cable by aligning the arrows and pressing firmly into place until locked.
Pull on the knurled collar to disengage lock and remove cable.
Wearing the Headset
Adjust the headband for a comfortable fit.

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Position the boom so the microphone is within 13 mm (1/2 inch) of the corner of your mouth. To avoid "popping" or
other breath noise, do not place directly in front of mouth.
The boom swivel allows the headset to be worn on either side of your face.
Flip-Up Mute Function
Swivel the boom vertically to the indented position at the headband to mute the microphone.

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Specifications
Net Weight
without cable
BRH440M 343g(12.1oz.)
BRH441M 240g(8.5oz.)
Packaged Weight
BRH440M 0.8kg(1.75lbs)
BRH441M 0.69kg(1.52lbs)
Cable
Detachable cable (sold separately)
Environmental Conditions
Operating Temperature 18° to 60° C (0° to 140° F)
Storage Temperature -29° to 74° C (-29° to 165° F)
Relative Humidity 0 to 95%
Microphone
Type
Dynamic,Neodymiummagnet,13mm
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Frequency Response
50to15,000Hz
Output Impedance
145Ω
Sensitivity
at 1 kHz, open circuit voltage
66.5dBV/Pa*(0.47mV)
Polarity
Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 1 (red wire) with respect to pin 2 (black
wire).
Headphone
Transducer Type
Dynamic, Neodymium magnet

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Driver Size
40mm
Frequency Response
20to18,000Hz
Sensitivity
@ 1 kHz
101dBSPL/mW
Impedance
@ 1 kHz
300Ω
Maximum Input Power
1000mW

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Accessories
Replacement Parts
1 Pair of Replacement Earcup Pads
Windscreen
Temple Pad
BRH Broadcast Cable Accessories
ThefollowingtablesdescribewiringforBRHdetachablecables.AllBRHdetachablecablescontainsixconductorswithdis
crete termination at the Shure 6-pin connector that plugs into the headset. For pre-terminated cables, conductors (and signal)
are tied to common contacts at the other end of the cable where shown.

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Connector Pin Diagram
BCASCA-NXLR4 (male connector)
4-Pin XLR-M Signal Wire 6-Pin Headset Connector
1Mic− Black 2
2Mic + Red 1
3
Mic Ground Shield (uncoated) 3
Headphone Audio Ground White 6
4
Headphone Audio 1 Orange 4
Headphone Audio 2 (boom side) Green 5
BCASCA-NXLR4-FEM (female connector)
4-Pin XLR-F Signal Wire 6-Pin Headset Connector
1
Mic− Black 2
Mic Ground Shield (uncoated) 3
2Mic + Red 1
3Headphone Audio Ground White 6
4 (thru 47uF cap)
Headphone Audio 1 Orange 4
Headphone Audio 2 (boom side) Green 5
BCASCA-NXLR5 (male connector)
5-Pin XLR-M Signal Wire 6-Pin Headset Connector
1Mic− Black 2
2Mic + Red 1
3
Mic Ground Shield (uncoated) 3
Headphone Audio Ground White 6

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5-Pin XLR-M Signal Wire 6-Pin Headset Connector
4Headphone Audio 2 (boom side) Green 5
5Headphone Audio 1 Orange 4
BCASCA-NXLR3QI
Connector Contact Signal Wire
6-Pin Headset Connec-
tor
3-Pin XLR-M
1 Mic Ground Shield (uncoated) 3
2Mic + Red 1
3Mic− Black 2
6.3 mm (1/4") TRS
Sleeve Headphone Audio Ground White 6
Tip Headphone Audio 2 (boom
side) Green 5
Ring Headphone Audio 1 Orange 4
BCASCA1 (unterminated)
Signal Wire 6-Pin Headset Connector
Mic + Red 1
Mic − Black 2
Mic Ground Shield (uncoated) 3
Headphone Audio 1 Orange 4
Headphone Audio 2 (boom side) Green 5
Headphone Audio Ground White 6
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Thepossibleresultsofincorrectusearemarkedbyoneofthetwosymbols—"WARNING"and"CAUTION"—dependingonthe
imminence of the danger and the severity of the damage.
WARNING: Ignoring these warnings may cause severe injury or death as a result of incorrect operation.
CAUTION:Ignoringthesecautionsmaycausemoderateinjuryorpropertydamageasaresultofincor
rect operation.
CAUTION
Never disassemble or modify the device, as failures may result.

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Do not subject to extreme force and do not pull on the cable or failures may result.
Keep the product dry and avoid exposure to extreme temperatures and humidity.
WARNING
If water or other foreign objects enter the inside of the device, fire or electric shock may result.
Do not attempt to modify this product. Doing so could result in personal injury and/or product failure.
Thisdeviceisabletoproducesoundvolumehigherthan85dBSPL.Pleasecheckyourmaximumallowedcontinuousnoiseexposurelevelbasedonyourna
tional employment protection requirements.
WARNING
LISTENING TO AUDIO AT EXCESSIVE VOLUMES CAN CAUSE PERMANENT HEARING DAMAGE. USE AS LOW A VOL-
UME AS POSSIBLE. Over exposure to excessive sound levels can damage your ears resulting in permanent noise-induced
hearing loss (NIHL). Please use the following guidelines established by the Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA)
on maximum time exposure to sound pressure levels before hearing damage occurs.
90 dB SPL
at 8 hours
95 dB SPL
at 4 hours
100 dB SPL
at 2 hours
105 dB SPL
at 1 hour
110 dB SPL
at ½ hour
115 dB SPL
at 15 minutes
120 dB SPL
Avoid or damage may occur
Certifications
This product meets the Essential Requirements of all relevant European directives and is eligible for CE marking.
The CE Declaration of Conformity can be obtained from: www.shure.com/europe/compliance
Authorized European representative:
Shure Europe GmbH
Global Compliance
Jakob-Dieffenbacher-Str. 12
75031 Eppingen, Germany
Phone: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
www.shure.com