Shure Microflex MXN5W-C User manual

MXN5-C
Microflex Networked Ceiling Loudspeaker
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Shure networked ceiling loudspeaker user guide (MXN5W-C). Learn how to install and control this PoE-powered loudspeaker. Control it with
other Shure devices in Designer.
Version: 6.5 (2022-E)

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Table of Contents
MXN5-C Microflex™ Networked Ceiling Loudspeaker 3
General Description 3
Features 3
MXN5-C Loudspeaker Parts 3
What's in the Box 4
Using Designer's Optimize Workflow 5
Installing the Ceiling Loudspeaker 5
Connecting to Power 10
Status LED Behavior 10
Painting the Grille 11
Reset Button 11
Controlling Devices with Shure Designer Software 11
How to Update Firmware Using Designer 12
Firmware Versioning 12
SystemOn Compatibility 12
Loudspeaker Dante Channels 12
Using the Dante Inputs 13
Using the Dante Output 13
Routing Signals to the Loudspeaker 13
Routing Signals to Multiple Loudspeakers 13
Routing to Each Loudspeaker Individually 14
Routing Signals from Loudspeaker to Loudspeaker 14
Setting Device Height and Listener Height 15
DSP Settings 16
Parametric Equalizer (PEQ) 16
Delay 18
Limiter 18
Signal Generator 18
Muting the Loudspeaker 18
Encryption 19
AES67 19
Sending Audio from a Shure Device 20
Receiving Audio from a Device Using a Different Audio
Network Protocol 20
Switch and Cable Recommendations for Dante Network-
ing 20
Dante Flows for Shure Devices 21
IP Ports and Protocols 21
EASE Files Available Online 22
Using Command Strings 22
Specifications 23
Optional Accessories and Replacement Parts 24
Contact Customer Support 24
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 24
Important Product Information 25
Information to the user 25

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MXN5-C 
Microflex Networked Ceiling Loudspeaker
General Description
The Shure MXN5-C Microflex Networked Ceiling Loudspeaker provides high-quality speech reproduction for A/V conferencing
applications.Withalow-profiledesignoptimizedforeasyinstallationindropceilingconfigurations,theMXN5integratesseam-
lessly with other Shure networked PoE-enabled audio devices using the Dante audio networking protocol.
Features
Loudspeaker technical elements
Pre-tuned frequency response optimized for voice intelligibility in A/V conferencing applications
Low-profile, shallow-can design compatible with most drop ceiling installations
2-way driver system with 5.25 inch woofer
PoE/PoE+ enabled, eliminating the need for an outboard amplifier
Integrated Shure DSP Utilities: EQ, delay, limiter, and signal/tone generator
2 Dante inputs and 1 Dante output
AES67 compatible
Software-based configuration and control
Shure Designer System Configuration software for easy setup and configuration
SystemOn Audio Asset Management software for remote management and troubleshooting
Shure network audio encryption
Clean design elements
Aesthetic design subtly blends into drop ceiling environments
Removable magnetic and paintable grille seamlessly covers the entire speaker
Removable Shure logo
UL 2043 plenum rated
Tile bridge accessory for quick and easy mounting
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MXN5-C Loudspeaker Parts
Tile bridge (not included)
Flexible conduit clamp
Cover plate
Secondary attachment point
Mounting arms
Grille safety restraint (nylon 6/6)
Grille
Network port
Network speed LED (amber):
Off = 10/100 Mbps
On = 1 Gbps
Network status LED (green):
Off = No network link
On = Network link established
Flashing = Network link active
Screws for mounting arms
Post for grille safety restraint
Power LED
Reset button
What's in the Box
Loudspeaker
Magnetic grille with removable Shure logo

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Flexible conduit clamp
Cover plate
Using Designer's Optimize Workflow
Designer's Optimize workflow speeds up the process of connecting systems with at least 1 microphone and 1 audio processor.
Optimize also creates mute control routes in rooms with MXA network mute buttons. When you select Optimizeinaroom,De-
signer does the following:
Creates audio routes and mute control routes
Adjusts audio settings
Turns on mute synchronization
Enables LED logic control for applicable devices
The settings are optimized for your particular combination of devices. You can customize settings further, but the Optimize
workflow gives you a good starting point.
After optimizing a room, you should check and adjust settings to fit your needs. These steps may include:
Deleting unnecessary routes.
Checking levels and adjusting gain.
Verifying that AEC reference signals are correctly routed.
Fine-tuning DSP blocks as needed.
Compatible devices:
MXA910
MXA920
MXA710
MXA310
P300
IntelliMix Room
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ANIUSB-MATRIX
MXN5-C
MXA Network Mute Button
To use the Optimize workflow:
Place all relevant devices in a room.
Select Optimize. Designer optimizes microphone and DSP settings for your equipment combination.
If you remove or add devices, select Optimize again.
Installing the Ceiling Loudspeaker
Forceilingtileinstallations,usethetilebridgeaccessorytosupporttheweightoftheloudspeaker.Youcaninstalltheloud-
speaker in other types of ceilings if the material safely supports the weight of the loudspeaker.
To install, you will need:
Utility knife or other tool to cut hole in ceiling
Shielded Cat5e (or better) Ethernet cable

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Screwdriver or drill
Braided metal cable or other high-strength wire for secondary attachment point (not included)
Tile bridge for ceiling tile installations (not included)
Pre-construction bracket for other types of ceilings (not included)
Tile Ceilings
Use the loudspeaker packaging or the tile bridge to mark a cutout in the tile.
Cut a 10.5 in. (266 mm) hole in the tile with the cutting tool.
Reinstall the ceiling tile with the tile bridge on top of the tile.
Follow the steps to connect the loudspeaker.
All Other Ceilings
In an unfinished ceiling, nail or screw the pre-construction bracket to the ceiling joists. Install the Cat5e cable above the
ceiling joists. Complete any finish work required on the ceiling.
The pre-construction bracket helps distribute the weight of the loudspeaker in the ceiling.
Use the loudspeaker packaging to mark a cutout in the ceiling material.
Cut a 10.5 in. (266 mm) hole in the ceiling material.
Follow the steps to connect the loudspeaker.
Connecting the Loudspeaker
Attach the Cat5e cable to the loudspeaker. If conduit is required, run the Cat5e cable through conduit and attach to the
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Attach the cover plate with the screwdriver. If using conduit, push the conduit connector into the knockout.
Attachcabletotheloudspeaker'ssecondaryattachmentpointandtoanattachmentpointintheceiling.Thiscablepro-
vides additional mounting security.

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4. Place the loudspeaker in the mounting hole. Tighten the screw on each side of the loudspeaker until each mounting
arm fully expands to the secure the loudspeaker. Do not over-tighten the screws.

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5. Slidetoattachthegrillesafetyrestrainttothepostontheloudspeaker.Donotunscrewthescrewtoattachthere-
straint.

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Attach the magnetic grille to the loudspeaker. The Shure logo is also magnetic, so you can reposition or remove it if
necessary.
Connecting to Power
This device requires Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) or PoE to power it.
Use one of the following to provide PoE+ or PoE:
Network switch with PoE+ or PoE
PoE+ or PoE injector device
The PoE/PoE+ source must also be a gigabit device.
Status LED Behavior
LED Behavior Device State
Solid green, then off Device powering on
Green flashing for 30 seconds Device identify
After 4 seconds, green flashing Network reset
Green flashing after 4 seconds, green solid after 8 sec-
onds Full factory reset