Shure PG Wireless User manual

©2011 Shure Incorporated
27A15712 (Rev. 1)
PG Wireless
PG ワイヤレス
PG 무선
PG 无线系统
Nirkabel PG
Printed in U.S.A.

V9
9V battery

audio ready channel
DiversityAntenna System
PG4
Busy Indicator?
set transmitter to same channel as receiver
channelready
audio
Internal Antenna Diversity
channel
mute

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PG Wireless
Performance Gear
Congratulations on purchasing your Shure Performance Gear Wireless system. Shure
professional audio products deliver legendary sound quality, stage-proven durability and
hassle-free setup for worry-free performance. Performance Gear Wireless systems are
available in a variety of configurations for handheld, guitar, headset, and presentation
applications.
audio ready channel
Diversity Antenna System
PG4
audio ready channel audio ready channel
System Components
PS21 Power Supply
PG88 Dual Wireless Receiver
PG4 Wireless Receiver
PG1 Bodypack
Transmitter
PG2 Handheld
Transmitter
PG185 Lavalier Mic
PG30
Headworn
Mic

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Startup
Follow these simple steps to check for interference and to set your receiver and trans-
mitter to the same channel.
mute
channel
ready
audio
Internal Diver
audio ready channel
DiversityAntenna System
PG4
channel
select
3 s
9V
channel
mute
channelready
audio
Internal Antenna Diversity
channel
mute
channelready
2. Plug in the power supply.
The channel display should illuminate.
There is no power switch.
3. Press and hold down the channel button
until the display begins flashing.
If you see the Busy Indicator (a flashing
dash) change the channel.
4. Wait for the channel display to stop
flashing.
5. If you haven’t installed the battery, do it now
and leave the cover off.
6. Turn ON the handheld or bodypack transmitter
by pressing the power button.
The channel display should illuminate.
It turns off after ten seconds to conserve
battery.
7. Check to see that the transmitter and the receiver dis-
play the same channel.
The ready LED on the receiver should be illuminated.
8. Replace battery cover.
1. Turn OFF the microphone or bodypack.
If left on, it will create a false busy indicator.

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Busy Indicator
When selecting channels, a flashing dash indi-
cates interference from television broadcasts,
electronic devices or other wireless systems.
If this occurs, change the channel.
Changing Channels
Press and hold the channel button
until the display starts flashing.
While the display is flashing, press
the channel button.
The channel is active once the display
stops flashing. Receiver and transmitter
channels should match.
Testing Audio
Talk or sing into the microphone or play instrument.
The audio LED on the receiver should flicker green or
amber, if red, adjust the Gain Switch.
Locking and Unlocking Transmitter Controls
Lock system controls to prevent accidental muting.
To lock controls: Turn transmitter off. Remove battery cover. Press and hold Channel
button. Press and release Power/Mute button. Power/Mute LED will flash red and
green.
To unlock controls: Press and hold Power/Mute button down until Power/Mute LED
flashes red and green.
Accessing Gain Switch
Adjust gain setting as needed:
0dB For instrument or quiet
to normal vocal perfor-
mance (default)
–10dB If audio is distorted due
to high vocal or instru-
ment levels
mic For headworn or lavalier
microphones (PG1 only)
channel
ready
audio
Internal Diver
channel
select
3 s
channelready
audio
Internal Antenna Diversity
channel
mute
channel -10dB 0 mic

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LED Status
TRANSMITTER
LED COLOR STATUS
Green Ready
Amber Mute on
Red Battery low
Flashing Red on startup Battery is dead
Flashing Green and Red Controls locked
Flashing Amber and Red Mute on, battery low
RECEIVER
AUDIO LED COLOR INDICATES
Green Normal signal strength
Amber Strong signal
Red Peak signal
Green System is ready
Changing Battery
Expected life for a 9 volt alkaline battery is up to 8 hours. Total battery life will vary de-
pending upon battery type and manufacturer.
Red LED signifies “low battery” with typically less than 60 minutes of remaining battery
life.
Note: Remaining battery life will vary depending upon battery type and manufacturer.
Wearing the Bodypack Transmitter
Clip the transmitter to belt or guitar strap as shown.
Make sure the antenna is unobstructed.
Multiple System Setup
To set up multiple systems, repeat the previous steps for each transmitter and receiver
pair. Once transmitters have been set, leave them on. Be sure to set each transmitter
and receiver pair to a different channel. For information about frequencies and compat-
ibility, refer to channel guide.

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Troubleshooting
Issue LED Status Solution
No sound or faint sound Transmitter Power/
Mute LED on, receiver
LEDs on
• Perform transmitter
setup.
• Verify all sound
system connections.
• Adjust transmitter
gain.
Receiver Channel
Display off
• Make sure AC
adapter is securely
plugged into electrical
outlet and into
POWER connector
on rear panel of
receiver.
• Make sure AC
electrical outlet works
and is supplying
proper voltage.
Transmitter LED glowing
or flashing red
• Replace transmitter
battery.
Transmitter LED off • Turn transmitter on.
• Make sure the +/-
indicators on battery
match transmitter
terminals.
• Insert fresh battery.
Distortion or unwanted noise bursts • Remove nearby
sources of RF
interference (CD
players, computers,
cell phones, digital
effects, in-ear monitor
systems, etc.)
• Select a new channel
for both receiver and
transmitter.
• Reduce transmitter
gain.
• Replace transmitter
battery.
• If using multiple
systems, change the
channel of one of the
active systems.
Sound level different from cabled guitar or micro-
phone, or when using different guitars
• Adjust transmitter
gain as necessary.
Cannot turn transmit-
ter on
Transmitter LED flash-
ing red
• Replace transmitter
battery.

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System Components
All Systems
PG4 or PG88 Receiver Internal Diversity Antenna System
One 9 volt battery AC Power supply User guide
Vocalist System
Microphone Head PG2 handheld
transmitter
Microphone clip
Instrument System
PG1 bodypack
transmitter
4-pin mini connector
(TA4F) to 1/4” connector
cable
Lavalier and Headworn System
PG1 bodypack
transmitter
Microphone (choice of
PG185, PG30)
Replacement Parts
System-Specific Microphone Stand
Adapter (PGX2)
WA371
Belt Clip 44A8035
PG58 Head with Grille RPW108
4-pin mini connector
(TA4F) to 1/4” connec-
tor cable
WA302
Country-Specific AC Adapter (120 VAC,
60 Hz)
PS21
AC Adapter (220 VAC,
50 Hz), Argentina
PS21AR
AC Adapter (230 VAC,
50/60 Hz, Europlug)
PS21E
AC Adapter (230 VAC,
50/60 Hz, UK)
PS21UK
AC Adapter (100 VAC,
50/60 Hz)
PS21J
AC Adapter (220 VAC,
50 Hz, China)
PS21CHN
AC Adapter (230 VAC,
50 Hz,, Australia)
PS21AZ
AC Adapter (220 VAC,
60 Hz, Korea)
PS21K
Optional Accessories
Universal Rack Tray URT

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PG
Working Range
Line of Sight
75 m (250 ft)
Note: Actual range depends on RF
signal absorption, reflection and
interference.
Audio Frequency Response 45–15000 Hz
Note: Dependent on microphone type
Total Harmonic Distortion
Ref. ±33 kHz deviation, 1 kHz tone 0.5%, typical
Dynamic Range >100 dB, A-weighted
Operating Temperature Range -18°C (0°F)– +50°C (122°F)
Note: Battery characteristics may limit
this range.
Transmitter Audio Polarity Positive pressure on microphone
diaphragm (or positive voltage applied
to tip of WA302 phone plug) produces
positive voltage on pin 2 (with respect
to pin 3 of low-impedance output) and
the tip of the high impedance 1/4-inch
output.
PG1
Audio Input Level gain position
mic: −10dBVmaximum
0dB: +10 dBV maximum
–10dB: +20 dBV maximum
Gain Adjustment Range 30 dB
Input Impedance 1MΩ
RF Output Power 10–30 mW
varies by region
Dimensions 110 mm x 64 mm x 21 mm (H x W x D)
Weight 75 g (2.6 oz.), without batteries
Housing Molded ABS
Power Requirements battery, 9V, alkaline
Battery Life up to 8 hours (alkaline)