Shure AXT200 User manual

AXT200 Handheld Frequency Diversity Transmitter
©2011 Shure Incorporated
27B15018 (Rev. 2) Printed in USA

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Optional Accessories
Handheld rechargeable lithium-ion battery AXT920 or
AXT920SL
Portable handheld charging station AXT904
1-AA battery carrier for AXT200 handheld transmitter AXT921
Microphone stand adapter WA371
Optional Shure microphone cartridges:
AXT200 Handheld Transmitter
The AXT200 Handheld Frequency Diversity Transmitter is a rechargeable, remotely controllable handheld transmitter with Frequency Diversity for seamless, uninterrupted
audio in even the most challenging RF environments. In addition to Frequency Diversity, the AXT200 delivers ultra-linear RF performance for more channels on-air and superb
audio quality. Advanced power management supports extended battery life and highly accurate status metering. ShowLink™ Remote Control enables comprehensive real-
time remote control of all transmitter parameters, including real-time frequency adjustments.
Features
Transmitter Overview
Included Components
Handheld rechargeable lithium-ion battery (2) AXT920 or
AXT920SL
Transmitter carrying case 95A15475
Zipper bag 26A14
Microphone stand adaptor WA371
• Frequency Diversity enables simultaneous transmission on two independent
frequencies to ensure seamless, uninterrupted audio for mission-critical
transmitters. Single carrier mode is available if Frequency Diversity is not
required.
• Ultra-linear RF performance enables more channels on-air
• IR Sync function automatically tunes transmitter to the receiver frequency
• Comprehensive real-time remote control of all transmitter parameters when a
Linked transmitter is within range of a ShowLink Access Point
• Shure lithium-ion rechargeable battery delivers up to 9 hours of runtime from a
single charge
• Advanced control menu to adjust frequency and audio settings from the
transmitter
• 42 dB of adjustable gain for optimal audio quality
• Lockable user interface prevents accidental or inadvertent changes to controls
once settings are made
① Microphone Cartridge
Interchangeable with a variety of Shure cartridges
② LCD Display
View menu screens and settings. Momentarily press power button to activate
backlight.
③ Infrared (IR) Port
Use for automated transmitter programming. Links transmitter to AXT400
Receiver.
④ Shure Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery
Delivers up to 9 hours of runtime from a single charge
⑤ Locking Ring
Secures the battery and protects the control buttons
⑥ Dual-Band Antenna
Covers UHF tuning range and 2.4 GHz ShowLink signal
⑦ Arrow Buttons
Use to scroll through menu screens and to change parameter values
⑧ Set Button
Enables parameter editing. After editing is complete, press to save changes
and return to the main menu screen.
⑨ Power Button
Hold for 1 second to turn the transmitter on. To power off, press and hold for
2 seconds until the display reads Powering Off. When editing parameters,
acts as an exit button to cancel changes and return to a previous parameter
or to the main menu screen.
Choice of (1) of the following Shure microphone cartridges:
SM58 (RPW112) KSM9 Champagne (RPW180)
BETA 87C (RPW122) BETA 87A (RPW120)
BETA 58A (RPW 118) KSM9 Black (RPW184)
SM58 (RPW112) BETA 87C (RPW122) VP68 (RPW124)
BETA 87A (RPW120) SM87A (RPW116) KSM9 Black (RPW184)
SM86 (RPW114) KSM9 Champagne (RPW180) BETA 58A (RPW118)
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Remove the battery
Unscrew the
locking ring
Battery Runtime
Battery runtime varies according to the transmitter’s operating mode. High power settings or operating in Frequency Diversity mode will reduce battery runtime.
Remaining battery runtime is shown on the display in hours and minutes (accurate to within 15 minutes).
The times shown in the table represent a battery with a minimum of 5 charge cycles, fully charged, at 100% health.
Batteries
Main Menu Screen
The main menu screen displays the following transmitter parameters:
① Link Status
• Linked : Displays Linked receiver channel
name
• Unlinked : Not Linked to a receiver
② Frequency 1
Tuned frequency 1 of the transmitter
③ Frequency 2
Tuned frequency 2 of the transmitter (Frequency
Diversity mode enabled)
④ Battery Charge Indicator
5-segment icon visually indicates battery life
⑤ Remaining Battery Life
Displays remaining battery life in hours and
minutes
⑥ Showlink Icon
Indicates remote control of transmitter via
ShowLink is possible
⑦ Audio Meter
Indicates the audio signal level
⑧ Control Lock Icon
Displayed when buttons are locked
Locking the Buttons
Lock the buttons of the transmitter to prevent accidental or unauthorized param-
eter changes.
Pressandholdthe▼and▲buttonsfor2secondstolock.Repeattounlock.
Linking a Transmitter using IR Sync
The IR Sync function forms a Link and sets the frequency between the transmitter and an AXT400 Receiver.
AXT200 Frequency Diversity Mode
Operating an AXT200 in Frequency Diversity mode with an AXT400 Receiver enables simultaneous transmission of audio on 2 independent frequencies.
1. From the AXT400 menu: Radio > Options > Diversity
2. Use the control wheel to set the mode to FD-Handheld.
3. Perform an IR Sync to Link the transmitter to the receiver.
1. Access the IR Sync function in the AXT400 receiver menu: Tx
2. Align the IR Sync ports of the transmitter and the receiver. The red IR Sync LED on the receiver IR port will
illuminate to indicate correct alignment. Press Sync.
3. The receiver display indicates if the IR Sync is successful. Check the transmitter alignment and select Retry if
a failure occurs.
4. The transmitter device ID will be shown in the receiver Tx menu and the receiver channel name and frequency
will be shown on the transmitter display, indicating a successful IR sync.
RF Power (mW) Mode Runtime ShowLink Enabled (hours/minutes) Runtime Without ShowLink (hours/minutes)
10 Single Carrier 9:05 10:00
Frequency Diversity 6:15 6:45
50 Single Carrier 6:45 7:15
Frequency Diversity 4:20 4:40
The transmitter is powered by a Shure lithium-ion rechargeable battery.
Caution: Turn off the transmitter before changing batteries.
Note: Refer to your battery charger manual for charging instructions.
Power-on RF mute
Power-on RF mute prevents transmission of audio when powering on the
transmitter.
Withthetransmitterturnedoff,pressandholdboththe▼buttonandtheSET
button, and then press and hold the Power button.
After power-on, an RF Muted message indicates that the transmitter is in RF Mute
mode.
Note: RF Mute mode persists through power cycles of the transmitter.
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Group and Channel
A group is a set of compatible frequencies. A single
frequency within a group is a channel.
G:
Change the group
Ch:
Change the channel
F1: and F2: Frequency
Use the set and arrow keys to change the frequency
in 25 KHz increments.
Disable F2
When in frequency diversity mode, the second
frequency can be disabled from the F2: frequency
menu or the F2: group and channel menu.
F2: ON
Enable F2
F2: OFF
Disable F2
Gain
Sets the input sensitivity level (gain). Gain range is
-10 to +32 dB in 1 dB steps.
ShowLink Test
Activates the ShowLink test 5-bar display.
Measures the remote control range of a ShowLink
Access Point.
• 5 bars indicate the center of the coverage
area
• 1 bar indicates the outer boundary of the
coverage area
• If bars are not displayed, ShowLink control is
not available
Parameter Menus
Use the arrow buttons to access the following parameter menus.
RF Mute
Disables the RF carrier signal, which mutes trans-
mission of audio.
TX On:
RF signal enabled
TX Off:
RF signal disabled
Firmware
Displays the installed firmware version.
Device ID
Identifies the transmitter on a linked receiver or in
WWB software.
• ID length can be up to 8 characters
• Use arrow buttons to scroll through characters
• Use set button to save and move to the next
character
AA Type
This setting ensures accurate battery metering
when using the optional AA battery carrier. Set the
battery type to Alkaline, NiMH, or Lithium.
Note: Menu not displayed unless an AA battery car-
rier is installed.
PCB Serial Number
Displays the serial number of the printed circuit
board (PCB) installed in the unit.
1. Enter the RF PWR menu by pressing and holding
the setbutton,andthenpressingthe▼button.
2. Pressthe▲buttontoaccesstheserialnumber.
3. Momentarily press the power button to return to
the home menu screen.
Troubleshooting
This alert appears when frequency is edited on a linked transmitter that is beyond
the range of an active ShowLink access point. Choose OK to unlink the transmitter
and complete the frequency change, or Cancel to return to the home screen.
The Input Overload message indicates an excessive signal level at the transmit-
ter input. To prevent overload, reduce the gain setting.
Firmware Updates
Firmware is embedded software used to control features and the user interface. Periodically, new versions of firmware are available for download from www.shure.com/wwb
to incorporate additional features and enhancements. New versions of the firmware can be downloaded to AXT400 Receiver using the Firmware Update Manager tool avail-
able in WWB6 software and installed on the transmitter using the infrared ports on the transmitter and receiver.
To access the AXT400 receiver firmware update menu: Tx > IR Presets > FW Update
Unlink
Ends the Link relationship between transmitter and
receiver.
YES:
Ends the Link between transmitter and receiver.
NO:
Preserves the Link between transmitter and
receiver.
Note: When a transmitter is unlinked, the channel
name reverts to Unlinked.
Deep discharge occurs when a battery is discharged to less than 3.0 volts. The
battery chargers have a recovery mode designed to restore charge to a deeply
discharged battery.
When the charger detects a deeply discharged battery, it automatically enters re-
covery mode which supplies reduced current to the battery for up to 30 minutes.
If recovery is successful, the charger will exit recovery mode and charge the bat-
tery to capacity. If the battery cannot be recharged, charging stops and the battery
must be replaced.
No ShowLink Alert
Input Overload
Deeply Discharged Batteries
RF PWR
Sets RF power level. Access this menu by pressing
and holding the setbuttonandthenpressingthe▼
button.
Use lower power settings to conserve battery life
and to prevent RF overload at the receiver.
Note: A password is required in some regions.

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Specifications- AXT200 Handheld Transmitter
RF Carrier
Frequency Range
470–814 MHz
Note: varies by region
Working Range Under typical conditions: 150 m (500 ft)
Line of Sight, outdoors for
a single system:
500 m (1600 ft)
Note: Actual range depends on RF signal absorption, reflection
and interference.
Audio Frequency
Response
40 Hz – 18 kHz (+1, -3 dB)
Note: Dependent on microphone type
RF Tuning Step Size 25 kHz
Modulation
45 kHz max. deviation
FM, Audio Reference Companding with pre- and
de-emphasis
Dynamic Range >113 dB, A-weighted (referenced at 0 dB setting on
transmitter)
Total Harmonic
Distortion
45 kHz max. deviation
<0.3%, A-weighted, typical
System 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.
AXT200
Gain Adjustment
Range
-10 to +32 dB (in 1 dB steps)
Battery Type Shure AXT920/920SL (Rechargeable Li-Ion)
Battery Life Up to 9 hours (low power mode, Single Carrier
Mode)
Dimensions 261 mm x 37 mm (10.3 in. x 2.6 in.) L x Dia.
Weight 395 g (13.9 oz.), with batteries
Housing Machined aluminum
Operating
Temperature Range
-18°C (0°F) to 63°C (145°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.
Audio Input
Configuration Unbalanced
Impedance >30kΩ
Maximum Input
Level
1 kHz at 1% THD
gain
position:
−10 to +11 dB: 5.5 dBu
+12 to +32 dB: −6.5dBu
RF Output
Connector SMA (UHF and ShowLink); Shell=Ground,
Center=Signal
Antenna Type Integrated Dual Band Helical
Power See Frequency Range and Ouput Power table
Mode Frequency Diversity: Dual Carrier
Single Carrier: Single Carrier
Impedance 50Ω
ShowLink ShowLink
Network Type IEEE 802.15.4
Frequency Range 2.40 to 2.4835 GHz (16 Channels)
RF Output Power 10 dBm (ERP)
Tables and Diagrams
Frequency Range and Transmitter Output Power
Band Frequency Range ( MHz) Power ( mW)
G1 470 to 530 10/50
G1E 470 to 530 10/50
H4 518 to 578 10/50
H4E 518 to 578 10/50
J5 578 to 638 10/50
J5E 578 to 638 10/50
K4E 606 to 666 10/50
L3 638 to 698 10/50
L3E 638 to 698 10/50
L3HK 638 to 698 10
M8 666 to 730 10/50
P8 710 to 790 10/50
P9 710 to 787 10/50
Q5 740 to 814 10/50
MA24 779 to 806 2/10
MJBX 806 to 810 2/10

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System Gain
In an audio system containing both AXT400 and UR4 receivers, the overall system audio gain at the XLR (line) output varies depending on the receiver model and the type of
transmitter.
The table below offers a comparison of the output gain at the XLR output for AXT400 and UR4 receivers for each transmitter model. Use the information in the table to
achieve consistent gain levels when using systems comprised of both Axient series and UR series components.
System gain from transmitter input to receiver XLR output (line) when transmitter gain = 0 dB
Transmitter AXT100 Bodypack AXT200 Handheld UR1 Bodypack UR1M Bodypack UR2 Handheld
gain = 0 dB gain = 0 dB gain = 0 dB gain = 0 dB gain = 0 dB
sens = 0 dB sens = 0 dB
Receiver AXT400 +10 dB gain +15 dB gain +15 dB gain +15 dB gain +15 dB gain
gain setting = 0 dB UR4 N/A N/A +18 dB gain +18 dB gain +18 dB gain
Meets essential requirements of the following European Directives:
• R&TTE Directive 99/5/EC
• WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC, as amended by 2008/34/EC
• RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC, as amended by 2008/35/EC
Note: Please follow your regional recycling scheme for electronic waste
Meets requirements of the following standards: EN 300 328, EN 300 422 Parts 1
and 2, EN 301 489 Parts 1 and 9, EN60065.
Certified under FCC Part 15 and FCC Part 74.
Certified in Canada by IC to RSS-123 and RSS-210.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil nu-
mérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
This radio transmitter has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with the
antenna types listed below with the maximum permissible gain and required anten-
na impedance for each antenna type indicated. Antenna types not included in this
list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly
prohibited for use with this device.
FCC ID: DD4AXT200A, DD4AXT200B, DD4AXT200C, DD4AXT200D. IC:
616A-AXT200A, 616A-AXT200C, 616A-AXT200D.
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
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, in-
cluding interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux ap-
pareils radio exempts de licence. 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
susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
The CE Declaration of Conformity can be obtained from Shure Incorporated or any
of its European representatives. For contact information please visit www.shure.com
The CE Declaration of Conformity can be obtained from: www.shure.com/europe/
compliance
Certifications
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Headquarters Europe, Middle East & Africa
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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 modi-
fications 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 appli-
cation, 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.
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 installa-
tion. 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 interfer-
ence 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.

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