Shure ULX-D User manual

©2011 Shure Incorporated
27A16234 (Rev. 1)
ULX-D Digital Wireless Microphone System
ULX-D
27A16234

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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.Installinaccordancewiththemanufacturer’s
instructions.
8. DONOTinstallnearanyheatsourcessuchasradiators,heatregisters,stoves,orother
apparatus(includingamplifiers)thatproduceheat.
9. DONOTdefeatthesafetypurposeofthepolarizedorgroundingtype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replace-
mentoftheobsoleteoutlet.
10. PROTECTthepowercordfrombeingwalkedonorpinched,particularlyatplugs,conve-
nience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manu-
facturer,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ap-
paratus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.
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.
Thissymbolindicatesthatdangerousvoltageconstitutingariskof
electricshockispresentwithinthisunit.
Thissymbolindicatesthatthereareimportantoperatingandmainte-
nanceinstructionsintheliteratureaccompanyingthisunit.
WARNING: ThisproductcontainsachemicalknowntotheStateofCaliforniatocause
cancerandbirthdefectsorotherreproductiveharm.

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중요 안전 지침
1. 이지침을정독해주십시오.
2. 이지침을잘보관해주십시오.
3. 모든경고를유의하십시오.
4. 모든지침을준수하십시오.
5. 이기기를물가까이에두고사용하지마십시오.
6. 마른수건으로만닦으십시오.
7. 통풍구를막지마십시오.제조업체의지침에따라설치하십시오.
8. 난방기,방열조절기,스토브,기타열을발산하는기기(앰프포함)근처에설
치하지마십시오.
9. 안전을위해유극또는접지타입의플러그를반드시사용하십시오.유극유형
의플러그에는폭이다른핀이있습니다.접지형플러그에는두개의핀과하
나의접지단자가있습니다.넓은핀이나접지단자는사용자의안전을위한
것입니다.제공된플러그가콘센트에맞지않으면전기기사에게문의하여구
형콘센트를교체하십시오.
10.전원코드는밟히지않도록주의하고특히전원플러그사이,접속소켓및기
기에서나오는부분에전원코드가끼이않도록보호하십시오.
11.제조업체가지정한부속품/부품만사용하십시오.
12.제조업체에서지정하거나기기와함께판매되는카트,스탠드,받
침대,브라켓또는테이블에서만사용하십시오.카트를사용하는
경우,이동시카트와기기가넘어져부상을입지않도록주의하
십시오.
13.낙뢰시또는장기간동안사용하지않을때는기기의전원을빼놓으십시오.
14.모든서비스는자격을갖춘서비스전문가에게의뢰하십시오.전원코드나플
러그가손상된경우,기기안으로액체를들어가거나물건을떨어뜨린경우,
기기가비나물에젖은경우,기기가정상적으로작동하지않는경우또는기
기를떨어뜨린경우와같이기기가손상되었을때는서비스를받아야합니다.
15.기기에물을떨어뜨리거나뿌리지마십시오.물병과같이물이담긴물체를기
기위에올려놓지마십시오.
16.MAINS플러그나기기용커플러는작동가능한상태로남아있어야합니다.
17.AC어댑터의공기매개잡음은70dB을초과하지않아야합니다.
18.CLASSI구조의기기는MAINS소켓콘센트에보호접지연결방식으로연결
되어야합니다.
19.화재나감전위험을줄이려면이기기를빗물또는습기에노출시키지마십
시오.
20.이제품을고치려고시도하지마십시오.그렇게하면사람이다치거나제품이
고장을일으킬수있습니다.
이기호는기기에전기쇼크위험을유발하는위험한전압이
흐른다는것을의미합니다.
이기호는이기기와함께제공된문서에중요한작동및유지
보수지침의내용이들어있다는것을의미합니다.

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General Description
Shure ULX-D Digital Wireless offers uncompromising audio quality and RF performance, with intelligent, encryption-enabled hardware and advanced re-
chargeability options for professional sound reinforcement.
A breakthrough in wireless audio quality, Shure digital processing enables ULX-D to deliver the purest reproduction of source material ever available in a
wireless system. Extended 20 Hz – 20 KHz frequency range and totally flat response captures every detail with clarity, presence, and incredibly accurate low-
end and transient response. At greater than 120 dB, ULX-D delivers wide dynamic range for excellent signal-to-noise performance. For added convenience,
proprietary Shure Gain Ranging optimizes the system’s dynamic range for any input source, eliminating the need for transmitter gain adjustments.
In RF performance, ULX-D sets the bar for wireless channel efficiency and signal stability. Minimized intermodulation allows more transmitters to operate si-
multaneously over one TV channel than any other system. Rock-solid RF signal with no audio artifacts extends over the entire 100 meter line-of-sight range,
even using standard dipole antennas. For applications where secure transmission is required, ULX-D offers Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) 256-bit
encrypted signal for unbreachable privacy.
Advanced Lithium-ion rechargeability provides extended transmitter battery life over alkaline batteries, battery life metering in hours and minutes accurate to
within 15 minutes, and detailed tracking of battery health status.
Generations ahead of any other available system in its class, ULX-D brings a new level of performance to professional sound reinforcement.
Features
Uncompromising Professional Digital Wireless
• 24-bit/48 KHz digital audio that exceeds all other systems in accurate
reproduction of the source material
• 20 Hz – 20 KHz frequency range with flat response
• Greater than 120 dB dynamic range for excellent signal-to-noise
performance
• Encryption-enabled for any application where secure transmission is
needed:
•Advanced Encryption Standard (AES-256) conforming to the US
Government National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
publication FIPS-197
•Enabled via front panel menu and IR sync
•Added benefit of eliminating stray RF interference by allowing only
encrypted signal through to the receiver
• Wide selection of trusted Shure Microphones
Extremely Efficient and Reliable RF Performance
• Up to 64 MHz overall tuning range (region dependent)
• Minimized intermodulation distortion results in significantly more
channels on air, setting the bar for wireless performance in crowded RF
environments
•14 active transmitters in one 6 MHz TV channel
•17 active transmitters in one 8 MHz TV channel
•Over 60 compatible channels on one frequency band
• Rock-solid signal stability with no audio artifacts extends over the entire
100 meter line-of-sight range using standard supplied dipole antennas
Rugged, Intelligent Hardware
• Optimized scanning automatically finds and deploys the cleanest
frequencies available
• Proprietary Shure Gain Ranging optimizes the system’s dynamic range for
any input source, eliminating the need for transmitter gain adjustments
• Up to 60 dB of adjustable system gain is easily accessible from the
receiver front panel
• Networkable receiver simplifies setup across multiple channels
• AMX/Crestron control-compatible
• Rugged metal housing on both transmitters and receiver
• Interference detection and alerts provide instant confirmation when
interference is present
• Upgraded LCD screens with adjustable contrast and brightness on both
transmitters and receivers
Advanced Rechargeability - SB900 Shure
Rechargeable Battery
• Lithium-Ion chemistry and intelligent Shure battery circuitry results
in rechargeable batteries with no memory effect. The battery can be
recharged at any time; a complete discharge is never necessary
• Provides ULX-D transmitters with greater than 12 hours of continuous use
• Transmitters and receivers display remaining battery life in hours and
minutes accurate to within 15 minutes
• The SBC200 Dual Docking Charger recharges batteries while in
transmitters or out
• Up to four SBC200s can be linked together to provide docked charging of
eight transmitters from one power supply
• The SBC800 Eight-Bay Charger brings up to eight SB900 batteries to full
charge within three hours and 50% charge in one hour, with charge status
LEDs for each battery
• AA alkaline backwards compatibility
• Both chargers fit in a standard-size rack drawer for easy transport and
storage

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Rssi: -118 dBm
Quickstart Instructions

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Front Panel
① Sync Button
Press the sync button while the receiver and transmitter IR windows are
aligned to transfer settings from the receiver to the transmitter
② Infrared (IR) Sync Window
Sends IR signal to the transmitter for sync
③ Network Icon
Illuminates when the receiver is connected with other Shure devices on
the network. IP Address must be valid to enable networked control
④ Encryption Icon
Illuminates when AES-256 encryption is activated: Utilities > Encryption
⑤ LCD Panel
Displays settings and parameters
⑥ Scan Button
Press to find the best channel or group
⑦ Menu Navigation Buttons
Use to select and navigate through parameter menus
⑧ Control Wheel
Push to select menu items for editing, turn to edit a parameter value
⑨ RF Diversity LEDs
Indicate antenna status:
•Blue = normal RF signal between the receiver and transmitter
•Red = interference detected
•Off = No RF connection between the receiver and transmitter
Note: the receiver will not output audio unless one blue LED is illuminated
Back Panel
① RF Antenna Diversity Input Jack (2)
For antenna A and antenna B.
② Power Supply Jack
Connect the supplied 15 V DC external power supply
③ Network Speed LED (Amber)
•Off = 10 Mbps
•On = 100 Mbps
④ Ethernet Port
Connect to an Ethernet network to enable remote control and monitoring
⑤ Network Status LED (Green)
•Off = no network link
•On = network link active
•Flashing = network link active, flash rate corresponds to traffic volume
⑥ Mic/Line Switch
Applies a 30 dB pad in mic position (XLR output only)
⑦ Balanced XLR Audio Output
Connect to a mic or line level input
⑧ Balanced 1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS Audio Output
Connect to a mic or line level input
Receiver
⑩ RF Signal Strength LEDs
Indicate the RF signal strength from the transmitter:
•Amber = Normal (-90 to -70 dBm)
•Red = Overload (greater than -25 dBm)
⑪ Audio LEDs
Indicate average and peak audio levels:
LED Audio Signal Level Description
Red (6) -0.1 dBFS Overload/ limiter
Yellow (5) -6 dBFS Normal peaks
Yellow/ Green (4) -12 dBFS
Green (3) -20 dBFS
Signal PresentGreen (2) -30 dBFS
Green (1) -40 dBFS
⑫ Gain Buttons
Adjust channel gain
⑬ Power Switch
Powers the unit on or off
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Receiver Output Level
The following table describes the typical total system gain from the audio
input to the receiver outputs:
Output Jack System Gain (gain control = 0dB)
1/4" TRS +18 dB
XLR (line setting) +24 dB
XLR (mic setting) -6 dB*
*This setting matches a typical wired SM58 audio signal level.

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Transmitters
① Power LED
•Green = unit is powered on
•Red = low battery or battery error (see Troubleshooting)
•Amber = power switch is disabled
② On/Off Switch
Powers the unit on or off
③ TA4M Input Jack
Connects to a 4-Pin Mini Connector (TA4F) microphone or instrument
cable
④ LCD Display:
View menu screens and settings. Press any control button to activate the
backlight
⑤ Infrared (IR) Port
Align with the receiver IR port during an IR Sync for automated transmitter
programming
⑥ Menu Navigation Buttons
Use to navigate through parameter menus and change values.
exit Acts as a 'back' button to return to previous menus or pa-
rameters without confirming a value change
enter Enters menu screens and confirms parameter changes
▼▲ Use to scroll through menu screens and to change pa-
rameter values
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⑥
⑦
ULXD1
①② ③
④
⑤
⑥
⑦
⑧
⑨
⑦ Battery Compartment
Requires Shure SB900 rechargeable battery or 2 AA batteries.
⑧ AA Battery Adapter
Handheld: rotate and store in the battery compartment to use a Shure
rechargeable battery pack
Bodypack: remove to accommodate a Shure rechargeable battery pack
⑨ Detachable Bodypack Antenna
For RF signal transmission
⑩ Integrated Antenna
For RF signal transmission
⑪ Microphone Cartridge
See Optional Accessories for a list of compatible cartridges

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Transmitter
① Transmitter Information
Scroll▲▼atthehomescreentochangethedisplay
② Power Lock Indicator
Indicates power switch is disabled
③ Battery Runtime Indicator
Shure SB900 battery: runtime is displayed in minutes remaining
AA Batteries: runtime is displayed with a 5-bar indicator
④ Menu Lock Indicator
Indicates menu navigation buttons are disabled
⑤ Mic. Offset
Displays microphone offset gain value
⑥ RF Power
Displays RF power setting
⑦ Bodypack Input Pad
The input signal is attenuated 12 dB
⑧ Encryption Icon
Indicates encryption is enabled on the receiver and has been transferred
to the transmitter from a sync
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Home Screen
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Receiver
① Receiver Information
Use UTILITIES > HOME INFO to change the home screen display
② Gain Setting
-18 to +42 dB, or Mute
③ Mic. Offset Indicator
Indicates offset gain is added to the transmitter
④ Transmitter Settings
The following information cycles when a transmitter is tuned to the
receiver's frequency:
•Transmitter Type
•Input Pad (Bodypack only)
•RF Power Level
•Transmitter Lock Status
⑤ Battery Runtime Indicator
Shure SB900 battery: runtime is displayed in minutes remaining
AA Batteries: runtime is displayed with a 5-bar indicator
⑥ TV Channel
Displays the TV channel that contains the tuned frequency
Transmitter Setting Icons
Display Icon Transmitter Setting
-12 dB Bodypack input is attenuated 12 dB
Offset gain is added to the transmitter
Lo 1 mW RF power level
Nm 10 mW RF power level
Hi 20 mW RF power level
MMenu is locked
PPower is locked
-No TX- No RF connection between a receiver and transmitter

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Batteries
The transmitter runs on two AA batteries or the Shure SB900 rechargeable battery.
Shure SB900 Rechargeable Battery
When using an SB900 rechargeable battery, the receiver and
transmitter home screens display the number of hours and min-
utes remaining.
Detailed information for the SB900 is displayed in the receiver
BATTERYINFO menu and the transmitter menu: UTILITY > BATTERY >
BATT. STATS
HEALTH: Overall battery health
CHARGE: Percentage of a full charge
CYCLES: Number of times the battery has been charged
TEMP: Battery temperature in Celsius and Fahrenheit
Note: For additional rechargeable battery information, visit www.shure.com.
AA Battery Runtime Chart (h:mm)
Battery Indicator RF Power Setting
1/10 mW 20 mW
11:00 to 9:35 5:30 to 4:55
9:35 to 7:15 4:55 to 4:00
7:15 to 4:45 4:00 to 2:30
4:45 to 2:25 2:30 to 1:45
2:25 to 00:45 1:45 to 0:25
00:45 to 00:20 00:25 to 00:10
AA Batteries
A 5-segment icon on the receiver and transmitter menu screens
indicates battery charge.
For accurate battery runtime monitoring, set the transmitter to the appropri-
ate battery type: UTILITY > BATTERY > SET TYPE.
AA Battery Adapter
Bodypack: Remove when
using the Shure SBC900
Handheld: Rotate and store in bat-
tery door when using Shure SBC900
12V OUT
150mA
12V OUT
150mA
15V0.6A
line
mic
ULXD4
www.shure.com
power mic / line inst / auxantenna . B antenna . A
150mA
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sync push
control
ENTER
EXIT
SCAN
RF
AB
OL
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gain poweraudio
12V OUT
150 mA 12V OUT
150 mA
15V 0.6A line
mic
ULXD4
www.shure.com
power mic / line inst / aux antenna . B antenna . A
control RF audio gain power
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Digital Wireless Receiver
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ENTER
EXIT
SCAN
RF
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gain poweraudio
ULXD4
Digital Wireless Receiver
sync push
control
ENTER
EXIT
SCAN
RF
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push
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SCAN
control RF audio gain power
push
SCAN
sync
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RF Power
Reference the following table for setting RF Power:
RF Power Setting System
Range Application
1 mW 33 m (100 ft.) For increased channel reuse
at close distances
10 mW 100 m (330 ft.) Typical setups
20 mW 100 m (330 ft.) For hostile RF environments
or long-distance applications
Note: Using the 20 mW setting decreases the transmitter battery runtime
and reduces the number of compatible systems.
Interference Detection
Interference Detection analyzes the quality of the RF signal and detects in-
terference conditions that have caused an audio signal dropout. When inter-
ference is identified, the RF LEDS illuminate red and the following warning
displays on the receiver LCD panel.
RF
ULXD4
Digital Wireless Receiver
sync push
control
ENTER
EXIT
SCAN
RF
A B
OL
OL
gain power
audio
Setting Gain
Adjust gain at the receiver so that the average signal levels are solid green and yellow with peaks that flicker the red overload LED. Attenuate the gain if the
signal overloads repeatedly.
Set the XLR output to line-level when possible to optimize sound system noise performance.
ULXD4
Digital Wireless Receiver
sync push
control
ENTER
EXIT
SCAN
RF
A B
OL
OL
gain poweraudio
RF
AB
L
OL
gain poweraudio
Adjusting Gain
Pressthe▲▼gain buttons on the front of the receiv-
er to incrementally adjust gain from -18 to +42 dB.
Large Gain Adjustments
RF
A B
OL
OL
gain poweraudio
ULXD4
Digital Wireless Receiver
sync
push
control
ENTER
EXIT
SCAN
OL
Press and hold a
gain button
or
Use the control wheel in
the AUDIO menu
Transmitter Input Clip
The following warning displays on the receiver LCD panel when the trans-
mitter input is clipped:
Mic. Offset
Use this to compensate for signal level differences between transmitters
that share the same receiver.
Set the offset gain on a low signal level transmitter to match a louder trans-
mitter: Utility > Mic.Offset
Note: For normal gain adjustments, use the receiver gain buttons.
System Gain Control
The gain control on the receiver sets the audio signal level for the entire system. This allows adjustments to be made during a live performance. It is not nec-
essary to change the gain on the transmitter (mic offset) to optimize the gain structure. Any required changes to gain should be made from the receiver.
Mute
To mute the audio, use Shure Wireless Workbench®software or a third-
party control device.
Reading the Audio Meter
To correct, attenuate the signal source. If the source
cannot be attenuated while using a bodypack transmit-
ter, select INPUT PAD from the main menu to attenuate
the input signal 12 dB.
Tx OVERLOAD
Perform a Scan and Sync during a perfor-
mance break if the warning display persists
or the audio drops out repeatedly.
Audio peaks illuminate the LEDs for 2 seconds while RMS signal
is displayed in realtime.
OL (Overload) LED: Illuminates red when the internal limiter is
engaged, preventing digital clipping.

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Non-networked Receivers
1. Turn on all receivers.
2. Conduct a group scan on the first receiver to find the best group of fre-
quencies in your RF environment: SCAN > GROUPSCAN
3. Select a group that contains enough open frequencies to accommodate
the entire setup.
4. Turn on the transmitter and sync to the first receiver.
Repeat the following steps for each additional system:
5. Go to SCAN > CHANNEL SCAN on the receiver to select the group as-
signed in step 2
6. Press the SCAN button to find the next best open frequency.
7. Press ENTER to assign the channel to the receiver.
8. Sync the transmitter to the receiver.
Multiple System Setup
A setup using networked receivers is the fastest and easiest way to distrib-
ute the best open channel to each system. See Networking Receivers for
networking details.
Networked Receivers
1. Turn on all receivers.
2. Conduct a group scan on the first receiver to find the best group of fre-
quencies in your RF environment: SCAN > GROUPSCAN.
3. Press ENTER to accept the group number and automatically assign the
next best channel to each receiver on the network.
4. Turn on a transmitter and sync to the receiver. Repeat this step for
each additional system.
Use this procedure to tune a receiver and transmitter to the best open channel.
Scan and Sync
Important! Before you begin:
Turn off all transmitters for the systems you are setting up. (This prevents
them from interfering with the frequency scan.)
Turn on potential sources of interference such as other wireless systems or
devices, computers, CD players, large LED panels, effects processors, and
digital rack equipment so they are operating as they would be during the
presentation or performance (so the scan will detect and avoid any interfer-
ence they generate).
1. Perform a channel scan on the receiver: SCAN > CHANNEL SCAN.
2. Select a group and press the SCAN button. SCANNING displays on the
LCD while it searches for an open frequency.
3. After the scan completes, the receiver displays the group, channel and
frequency of the best available channel. Press the flashing ENTER button
to save the value to the receiver.
4. Power on the ULXD transmitter.
5. Press the sync button on the receiver.
6. Align the IR windows until the receiver IR port illuminates red.
7. When complete, SYNC SUCCESS! appears. The transmitter and receiver
are now tuned to the same frequency.
EXIT
SCAN
ULXD4
Digital Wireless Receiver
sync push
control
ENTER
EXIT
SCAN
RF
AB
OL
OL
gain poweraudio
EXIT
SCAN
SCAN COMPLETE
G:01 CH:21
485.775 MHz
Rssi: -118 dBm
sync
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push
SCAN
sync
EXIT
ENTER
on
ULXD2
sync
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Manual Frequency Selection
To manually adjust group, channel or frequency, use the RADIO > SET FREQ
menu.
The receiver uses an Ethernet connection to network with other components.
For automatic network configuration, use a DHCP enabled Ethernet switch
such as the Shure AXT620. Use multiple Ethernet switches to extend the net-
work for larger installations.
Note: Note use only one DHCP server per network.
Automatic IP Addressing
1. If using a Shure AXT620 Ethernet switch, set the DHCP switch to ON.
2. Set the IP Mode to Automatic for all receivers: UTILITIES > NETWORKING >
CTRLNETWORK
ON OFF
DHCP
ULXD4
Digital Wireless Receiver
sync push
control
ENTER
EXIT
SCAN
RF
A B
OL
OL
gain poweraudio
ULXD4
Digital Wireless Receiver
sync push
control
ENTER
EXIT
SCAN
RF
A B
OL
OL
gain poweraudio
ULXD4
Digital Wireless Receiver
sync push
control
ENTER
EXIT
SCAN
RF
A B
OL
OL
gain poweraudio
Networking Receivers
Automatic IP
Addressing with
Shure AXT620
Manual IP Addressing
1. Connect the receivers to an Ethernet switch.
2. Set the IP Mode to Manual for all devices (UTILITIES > NETWORKING >
MODE)
3. Set compatible IP addresses for all devices.
4. Set the subnet mask to the same value for all devices.
Device ID
Name the receiver's Device ID to easily identify it through the network or in
Wireless Workbench: UTILITIES > NETWORKING > Dev. ID
Home Screen Display Options
Troubleshooting
• Use only one DHCP server per network
• All devices must share the same subnet mask
• All receivers must have the same level of firmware revision installed
• Look for the illuminated network icon on the front panel of each device:
If the icon is not illuminated, check the cable connection and the LEDs on
the network jack.
If the LEDs are not on and the cable is plugged in, replace the cable and
recheck the LEDs and network icon.
To check connectivity of WWB6 to the network:
1. Start WWB6 software and use Inventory view to see devices connected
to the network.
2. If not, find the IP address from one of the devices on the network (such
as an ULXD receiver) and see if you can ping it from the computer run-
ning WWB6.
3. From a WINDOWS/MAC command prompt, type ‘ping IPADDRESS’ of
the device (e.g. "ping 192.168.1.100").
4. If the ping returns success (no packet loss), then the computer can see
the device on the network. If the ping returns failure (100% packet loss),
then check the IP address of the computer to ensure it’s on the same
subnet as the Axient device.
5. If the pings are successful and the devices still do not show up in the
WWB6 inventory, check to ensure all firewalls are either disabled or allow
the WWB network traffic to pass to the application. Check that firewall
settings are not blocking network access.
Receiver
Edit the following parameters in the UTILITIES menu:
EDIT NAME: Edits the receiver's channel name (transfers to the transmitter
during a sync).
HOME INFO: Changes the information displayed on the LCD home screen:
DISPLAY: Use BRIGHTNESS parameter to adjust the brightness of the LCD
panel, meter LEDs and front panel icons and CONTRAST parameter to
adjust the contrast of the LCD panel.
Transmitter
Home Screen: Pressthe▲▼arrowsatthehomemenutodisplayoneof
the following screens:

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Encryption
ULXD features Advanced Encryption Standard (AES-256) encryption,
conforming to the US Government National Institute of Standards and
Technology (NIST) publication FIPS-197.
1. Enable encryption on the receiver: UTILITIES > ENCRYPTION.
The encryption symbol illuminates green and the LCD displays
SYNC NOW FOR ENCYPTION.
2. Sync the transmitter to the receiver. The encryption symbol displays on
the transmitter.
Note: Any change to the encryption status on the receiver requires a sync
to transfer the setting to the transmitter. The Encryption Mismatch warning
will display on the receiver LCD panel if they are not on the same setting.
Advanced RF
RF Mute
Use this to turn on a transmitter without interfer-
ing with the RF spectrum.
Press and hold the exit button during power-on
until RF MUTED is displayed. To un-mute, restart
the transmitter.
Custom Groups
Use this feature to create up to six groups of manually selected frequencies
that can be exported to networked receivers to simplify system setup.
To create a custom group: UTILITES > ADVANCED RF > CUSTOM GROUPS
Note: Use Wireless Workbench or Wireless Frequency Finder to select the
best compatible frequencies. See www.shure.com for more information.
To export a custom group:
1. Go to UTILITES > ADVANCED RF > CUSTOM GROUPS > EXPORT. The fol-
lowing screen will display.
2. Press the flashing ENTER button to export all custom groups to all receiv-
ers on the network.
Antenna Bias
To turn off: UTILITES > ADVANCED RF > ANTENNABIAS.
Locking Controls and Settings
Use the LOCK feature to prevent accidental or un-
authorized changes to the hardware. Attempting to
access a locked feature will display the following
message:
System Reset
Use this feature to overwrite current settings with saved or factory default
settings.
Save a System Preset
To save the current receiver setup as a new preset: UTILITES >
SYSTEM RESET > SAVE > CREATE NEW PRESET.
Restore Settings
To restore saved or factory default settings:
1. Go to UTILITES > SYSTEM RESET > RESTORE.
2. Scroll to the preset or default settings option and press ENTER. The fol-
lowing warning will display:
3. Press the flashing ENTER button to overwrite the current settings.
Receiver
Menu path: UTILITIES > LOCK
MENU: All menu paths are inaccessible. To unlock, press the EXIT button,
turn the control wheel to select UNLOCKED and press ENTER to save.
GAIN: Gain adjustment is locked
POWER: Power switch is disabled
SCN/SYC: Cannot perform a Scan and Sync
Transmitter
Menu path: UTILITY > LOCK
MENU: All menu paths are inaccessible. To unlock, press the ENTER button
four (4) times to pass through the following screens: UTILITY > LOCK >
MENU UNLOCK
POWER: Power switch is disabled
Quick-Lock Option: To turn on the transmitter with its power and menu
navigationbuttonslocked,pressandholdthe▲buttonduringpower-on
until the locked message is displayed.
To unlock, turn the power switch to the off position, then press and hold
the▲buttonwhileturningthepowerswitchtotheonposition.
Transmitter Presets
Use the TX SYNC SETUP menu to store settings on the receiver to transfer to
the transmitter during a sync. Each parameter has the default value KEEP,
which leaves that setting unaffected by a sync.
Feature Setting
BPPAD 0 dB, -12 dB
LOCK All, Power, Menu, None
RF POWER High, Mid, Low
BPOFFSET, HH OFFSET 0 dB to +21 dB (in 3 dB increments)
BATT NiMH, Lithium, Alkaline
Cust. Group On, Off
Note: When Cust. Groups is set to on, it may take up to 30 seconds to com-
plete an IR sync.

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Firmware
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, new versions of the firmware can be uploaded and installed using the Firmware
Update Manager tool available in Shure's Wireless Workbench®(WWB) software. Software is available for download from http://www.shure.com/wwb.
Perform the following steps to update the firmware for the ULXD system:
Troubleshooting
Issue See Solution...
No Sound Power, Cables, or RF
Faint sound or distortion Gain
Lack of range, unwanted noise bursts, or dropouts RF
Cannot turn transmitter off or change frequency settings, or can't program receiver Interface locks
Encryption error message Encryption Mismatch
Power
Make sure that the receiver and transmitter are receiving sufficient voltage.
Use the 15 V DC power supply furnished with the ULXD4 receiver. Check
the battery indicators and replace the transmitter batteries if necessary.
Gain
Adjust the system gain on the front of the receiver. Ensure the output level
(XLR output only) on the back of the receiver corresponds to the input of the
mixing console, amplifier, or DSP.
Cables
Check that all cables and connectors are working correctly.
Interface Locks
The transmitter and the receiver can be locked to prevent accidental or
unauthorized changes. A locked feature or button will produce the Locked
screen on the LCD panel.
Encryption Mismatch
Re-sync the receiver and transmitter after enabling or disabling encryption.
Radio Frequency (RF)
RF LEDs
If neither blue RF Diversity LED is illuminated, then the receiver is not de-
tecting the presence of a transmitter.
The amber RF Signal Strength LEDs indicate the amount of signal being
received. This signal could be from the transmitter, or it could be from an
interfering source, such as a television broadcast. If more than one or
two of the amber RF LEDs are still illuminated while the transmitter is off,
then that channel has too much interference, and you should try a different
channel.
The red RF LED indicates RF overload. This will usually not cause a prob-
lem unless you are using more than one system at the same time, in which
case, it can cause interference in the other system.
Compatibility
• Perform a Scan and Sync to ensure the transmitter and receiver are set
to the same group and channel.
• Look at the label on the transmitter and receiver to make sure they are in
the same band (G50, J50, L50, etc...).
Reducing Interference
• Perform a group or channel scan to find the best open frequency.
Perform a sync to transfer the setting to the transmitter.
• For multiple systems, check that all systems are set to channels in the
same group (systems in different bands do not need to be set to the
same group).
• Maintain a line of sight between transmitter and receiver antennas.
• Move receiver antennas away from metal objects or other sources of
RF interference (such as CD players, computers, digital effects, network
switches, network cables and Personal Stereo Monitor (PSM) wireless
systems).
• Eliminate RF overload (see below).
Increasing Range
If the transmitter is more than 6 to 60 m (20 to 200 ft) from the receiver an-
tenna, you may be able to increase range by doing one of the following:
• Reduce interference (see above).
• Increase transmitter RF power level.
• Use an active directional antenna, antenna distribution system, or other
antenna accessory to increase RF range.
Eliminating RF Overload
If you see the red RF LED on a receiver, try the following:
• Reduce the transmitter RF power level
• Move the transmitter further away from the receiver—at least 6 m (20 ft)
• If you are using active antennas, reduce antenna or amplifier gain.
• Use omnidirectional antennas
1. From Shure Wireless Workbench software, open the Firmware Update
Manager: Tools > Firmware Update Manager.
2. Click Check Now to view new versions available for download.
3. Select the updates and click download.
4. Connect the receiver and computer to the same network.
5. Download the latest firmware to the receiver.
6. To upload the firmware to the transmitter, go to UTILITIES > TX FW UPDATE
on the receiver.
7. Place the transmitter on its side and align the IR ports.
8. Press ENTER on the receiver to begin the download to the transmitter. IR
ports must be aligned for the entire download, which can take 50 seconds
or longer.
Once the download is complete, the receiver automatically begins the firm-
ware update, which overwrites the existing firmware.
CAUTION! Do not turn off the receiver until the update is complete.

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RF Carrier Frequency Range 470–814 MHz, varies by region (See Frequency Range and Ouput Power table)
Working Range 100 m (330 ft)
Note: Actual range depends on RF signal absorption, reflection and interference.
RF Tuning Step Size 25 kHz, varies by region
Image Rejection >70 dB, typical
RF Sensitivity -98 dBm at 10-5 BER
Latency <2.9 ms
Audio Frequency Response ULXD1: 20 – 20 kHz (±1 dB)
ULXD2: Note: Dependent on microphone type
Audio Dynamic Range
System Gain @ +10
>120 dB, A-weighted, typical
Total Harmonic Distortion
−12dBFSinput,SystemGain@+10
<0.1%
System Audio Polarity Positive pressure on microphone diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 (with respect to pin 3 of XLR
output) and the tip of the 6.35 mm (1/4-inch) output.
Operating Temperature Range -18°C (0°F) to 50°C (122°F)
Note: Battery characteristics may limit this range.
Storage Temperature Range -29°C (-20°F) to 74°C (165°F)
Note: Battery characteristics may limit this range.
ULXD4
Dimensions 197 mm x 171 mm x 42 mm (7.75 in. x 6.75 in. x 1.65 in.), H x W x D
Weight 913 g (2.0 lbs), without antennas
Housing steel
Power Requirements 15 V DC @ 0.6 A, supplied by external power supply (tip positive)
RF Input
Spurious Rejection >80 dB, typical
Connector Type BNC
Impedance 50Ω
Bias Voltage 12 - 13 V DC, 170 mA maximum, per antenna
Audio Output
Gain Adjustment Range -18 to +42 dB in 1 dB steps (plus Mute setting)
Configuration 1/4" (6.35 mm): Impedance balanced (Tip=audio, Ring=no audio, Sleeve=ground)
XLR: balanced(1=ground,2=audio+,3=audio−)
Impedance 1/4" (6.35 mm): 100Ω(50ΩUnbalanced)
XLR: 100Ω
Full Scale Output 1/4" (6.35 mm): +12 dBV
XLR: LINE setting= +18 dBV, MIC setting= -12 dBV
Mic/Line Switch 30 dB pad
Phantom Power Protection 1/4" (6.35 mm): Yes
XLR: Yes
Networking
Power Over Ethernet (PoE) No, protected
Network Interface Single Port Ethernet 10/100 Mbps
Network Addressing Capability DHCP or Manual IP address
Maximum Cable Length 100 m (328 ft)
ULXD Specifications

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ULXD1
Gain Offset Range 0 to 21 dB (in 3 dB steps)
Battery Type Shure SB900 Rechargeable Li-Ion or LR6 AA batteries 1.5 V
Battery Runtime
@ 10 mW
Shure SB900: >12 hours
alkaline: 11 hours
See Battery Runtime Chart
Dimensions 86 mm x 66 mm x 23 mm (3.4 in. x 2.6 in. x 0.9 in.) H x W x D
Weight 142 g (5.0 oz.), without batteries
Housing Cast aluminum
Audio Input
Connector 4-Pin male mini connector (TA4M), See drawing for details
Configuration Unbalanced
Impedance 1MΩ,Seedrawingfordetails
Maximum Input Level
1 kHz at 1% THD
Pad Off: 8.5 dBV (7.5 Vpp)
Pad On: 20.5 dBV (30 Vpp)
Preamplifier Equivalent
Input Noise (EIN)
SystemGainSetting≥+20
-120 dBV, A-weighted, typical
RF Output
Connector SMA
Antenna Type 1/4 wave
Impedance 50Ω
Occupied Bandwidth <200 kHz
Modulation Type Shure proprietary digital
Power 1 mW, 10 mW, 20 mW
See Frequency Range and Ouput Power table, varies by region
ULXD2
Gain Offset Range 0 to 21 dB (in 3 dB steps)
Battery Type Shure SB900 Rechargeable Li-Ion or LR6 AA batteries 1.5 V
Battery Runtime
@ 10 mW
Shure SB900: >12 hours
alkaline: 11 hours
See Battery Runtime Chart
Dimensions 256 mm x 51 mm (10.1 in. x 2.0 in.) L x Dia.
Weight 340 g (12.0 oz.), without batteries
Housing Machined aluminum
Audio Input
Configuration Unbalanced
Maximum Input Level
1 kHz at 1% THD
145 dB SPL (SM58), typical
Note: Dependent on microphone type
RF Output
Antenna Type Integrated Single Band Helical
Occupied Bandwidth <200 kHz
Modulation Type Shure proprietary digital
Power 1 mW, 10 mW, 20 mW
See Frequency Range and Ouput Power table, varies by region