Shure ULXD6 User manual

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ULXD6 ULXD8
Boundary and Gooseneck Base
Transmitters
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. Allow
sufficient distances for adequate ventilation and
install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
8. DO NOT install near any heat sources such as open
flames, radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Do not place any open flame sources on the product.
9. DO NOT defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
or grounding type 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
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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
Quick Start Instructions
General Description
Included Components
Optional Accessories
Transmitter Controls and
Connectors
Connecting Gooseneck
Microphone to ULXD8 Base
Boundary Microphone
Placement
Batteries
Changing Transmitter
Settings
Mute/Active Button
High-Pass Filter
Transmitter RF Power

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not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. PROTECT the power cord from being walked on or
pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience
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 manufacturer, 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 apparatus 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.
Locking Transmitter Controls
Setting Initial State From
Charger
Audio Signal Encryption
BN and GN OFFSET
Transmitter Reset
Frequency Range
Model Variations
Specifications
Certifications
Information to the user

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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.
21. Operate this product within its specified operating
temperature range.
WARNING: Voltages in this equipment are hazardous to
life. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to
qualified service personnel. The safety certifications do
not apply when the operating voltage is changed from
the factory setting.
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 maintenance
instructions in the literature accompanying
this unit.

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Quick Start Instructions
General Description
ULX-D series boundary and gooseneck base transmitters
add new designs to Shure's breakthrough ULX-D wireless
line. Boundary and gooseneck base transmitters offer
cable-free flexibility for corporate conference rooms,
government facilities, educational institutions, A/V
conferencing, and live sound reinforcement. Use Shure

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Wireless Workbench® software and networked charging
stations to simplify transmitter configuration and monitor
charging status.
Both transmitters run on rechargeable or AA batteries and
can be monitored using external control systems, such as
AMX or Crestron. ULX-D systems also offer audio signal
encryption, high-density mode, and Dante™ digital
networking for multi-channel audio over Ethernet.
Included Components
AA Batteries
Optional Accessories
4-bay networked charger for gooseneck
and boundary microphones
SBC450
8-bay networked charger for gooseneck
and boundary microphones
SBC850
8-Bay Shure Battery Charger SBC800
6' USB-A cable with wall plug for
charging Wireless Transmitters
SBC-USB-A
Shure Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Battery SB900A
Transmitter Controls and
Connectors

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ɠ Power
Button
Press to power on; press and hold to
power off.
ɡ
Mute/Active
Button
Four settings are available for the
mute/active button:
Toggle: Press to switch between
active and mute states
Push-to-Mute: Hold button to mute
microphone
Push-to-Talk: Hold button to
activate microphone
Disabled: Button functionality off
ɢ Mute LED Indicates whether microphone is active
or muted. The following settings are
available:
Active Muted
Green* Red*
Red Off

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Red Flashing
red
*MX400R series gooseneck
microphones (red LED) do not offer this
setting.
ɣ Low-
Battery LED
Off = More than 30 minutes of
battery life remain
On (red) = Less than 30 minutes of
battery life remain
On (green) = Microphone docked
on charging station
On (amber) = Battery is missing or
is not inserted correctly
ɤ Infrared
(IR) Port
Align with receiver IR port to send
settings to transmitter.
ɥ Charge
Connector
Connects to networked chargers and
USB power supply.
ɦ
Gooseneck
Microphone
ULXD8 base fits 5", 10", and 15"
Microflex series microphones, available
in single or dualflex and with bi-color or
red-only LEDs. See Model Variations for
full list of gooseneck options.
Connecting Gooseneck
Microphone to ULXD8 Base
ULXD8 base transmitters fit 5", 10", and 15" Microflex
series gooseneck microphones, available in single and
dualflex models.
Connect microphone to base as shown.

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Boundary Microphone
Placement
The boundary transmitter sits on a table or desk to
transmit speech while discreetly blending into any
conference environment. Cardioid and omnidirectional
versions are available.
For best low-frequency response and rejection of
background noise, place the microphone on a large, flat
surface, such as a floor, table, or lectern.
To reduce reverberance, avoid reflective surfaces above or
to the side of the microphone, such as beveled sides of
pulpits or overhanging shelves.
Batteries

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Boundary and gooseneck base transmitters can be
powered by Shure SB900A batteries or two AA batteries
(included).
The receiver front panel displays battery charge level in
hours/minutes for Shure batteries and in bars for AA
batteries. For accurate monitoring, set battery type in the
IR Presets menu using the receiver front panel or Wireless
Workbench and perform an IR sync.
Menu path: IR PRESETS > GOOSENECK / BOUNDARY >
BATTERY
Installation
1. Open the battery door.
2. Insert one Shure battery or two AA batteries. Align
+/- terminals on batteries as shown. For AA batteries,
rotate the rubber piece to hold batteries in place.
3. Close the battery door until it latches.
Use the small screw to the right of the batteries to secure
the battery door against tampering, if necessary.
1. Open the battery door.
2. Use a screwdriver to remove the screw to the right of

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the battery.
3. Close the battery door.
4. Insert and tighten the screw using a screwdriver.

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Shure Rechargeable Batteries
The receiver home screen displays the number of hours
and minutes remaining for rechargeable batteries. If using
a networked charging station, Wireless Workbench
displays battery information for all transmitters docked on
the charger.
Detailed information for rechargeable batteries is
displayed in the receiver BATTERY INFO menu.
HEALTH: Displays battery health as a percentage of the
charge capacity of a new battery.
CHARGE: Percentage of a full charge
CYCLES: Number of times the battery has been charged
TEMP: Battery temperature in Celsius and Fahrenheit
Charging
Charge transmitters with Shure rechargeable batteries in a
networked charging station.
Note: Turning off a networked charging station also turns off any
docked transmitters. Transmitters will resume charging when
power is restored.

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To provide power during operation, connect to an
optional Shure USB Charger (SBC10-USBA).
Battery Runtime Charts
For AA batteries, the battery icon on the receiver front
panel indicates battery charge.
The following tables display the approximate hours and
minutes remaining (hh:mm) for each battery indicator.
Alkaline
Battery Life 10 mW
8:00 to 5:55
5:55 to 3:50
3:50 to 1:45
1:45 to 0:45
0:45 to 0:15
0:15 to 0:00

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NiMH
Battery Life 10 mW
10:00 to 7:15
7:15 to 4:30
4:30 to 1:45
1:45 to 0:45
0:45 to 0:15
0:15 to 0:00
Li-primary
Battery Life 10 mW
15:00 to 10:35
10:35 to 6:10
6:10 to 1:45
1:45 to 0:45
0:45 to 0:15
0:15 to 0:00
Changing Transmitter Settings
Each transmitter has the following adjustable settings:
Mute button and mute LED behavior or brightness
High-pass filter
RF power
Power lock

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Initial state from charger
Battery type
Device name
Channel name
Frequency
Normal or High-Density mode
Boundary and gooseneck offset
There are three ways to change transmitter settings:
Wireless Workbench and Networked
Charging Station (recommended)
Required equipment: Networked charging station,
computer with Wireless Workbench installed, and
transmitter
1. Place transmitters on charger. Check that charger is
connected to network and to Wireless Workbench.
2. Open the Item Properties for the networked charger
in Wireless Workbench.
3. Select one or multiple transmitters.
4. Make changes to transmitter settings and click Apply.
Transmitters are now ready to use.

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Wireless Workbench and IR Sync
Required equipment: Computer with Wireless Workbench
installed, receiver, and transmitter
1. Ensure that receiver is connected to network and to
Wireless Workbench.
2. Open the Item Properties for the receiver in Wireless

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Workbench.
3. Make changes to transmitter settings and click Apply.
The transmitter settings will be sent to the receiver.
4. Press sync on the receiver.
5. Align the receiver and transmitter IR windows until
the receiver IR window illuminates red.
6. When complete, SYNC SUCCESS! appears.
Receiver Front Panel
Required equipment: Receiver and transmitter
1. Use receiver front panel and control wheel to change
transmitter settings. See receiver user guide for
detailed menu structure.
2. Press enter on receiver to save changes.
3. Press sync.
4. Align the receiver and transmitter IR windows until

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the receiver IR window illuminates red.
5. When complete, SYNC SUCCESS! appears.
Note: If using a QLX-D receiver, you must use Wireless Workbench
to make changes to transmitter settings.
Mute/Active Button
The button is configured to toggle between Mute and
Active. The following options are available:
Toggle: Press button to mute microphone, press
again to pass audio
Push-to-Talk: Hold button to pass audio
Push-to-Mute: Hold button to mute microphone
Disabled: Button functionality off
Change button behavior using Wireless Workbench or the
receiver front panel.

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Menu path: IR PRESETS > GOOSENECK / BOUNDARY >
MUTE BUTTON BEHAVIOR
Note: When the mute/active button is set to Disabled, the
transmitter will still send TPCI data if the button is pressed.
High-Pass Filter
Each transmitter contains a high-pass filter.
The high-pass filter:
attenuates frequencies below 150 Hz by 12 dB per
octave
reduces low-frequency noise caused by table
vibration or air handling systems
Adjust high-pass filter settings using Wireless Workbench
or the receiver front panel.
Menu path: IR PRESETS > GOOSENECK / BOUNDARY >
HIGH PASS
Transmitter 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
Menu path: IR PRESETS > GOOSENECK / BOUNDARY >
RF POWER
Note: Using the 20 mW setting decreases the transmitter battery

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runtime and reduces the number of compatible systems.
Locking Transmitter Controls
Boundary and gooseneck base transmitters have a power
lock to prevent accidental or unauthorized changes to the
transmitter. When the power lock is on, the transmitter's
power switch is disabled.
To unlock, use receiver front panel or Wireless
Workbench.
Menu path: IR PRESETS > GOOSENECK / BOUNDARY >
POWER LOCK
Attempting to access a locked feature will display the
following message on the receiver front panel:
Setting Initial State From
Charger
Use the receiver front panel or Wireless Workbench to
control a transmitter's state after you remove it from a
networked charging station.
Active: On and passing audio
Muted: On but the audio is muted

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Off: Power is off
Menu path: IR PRESETS > GOOSENECK / BOUNDARY >
INITIAL STATE FROM CHARGER
Note: If Mute Button Behavior is set to Push-to-Talk and Initial
State From Charger is set to Active, the transmitter will only pass
audio when you push the mute button. Make sure to coordinate
settings for Mute Button Behavior and Initial State From Charger.
Audio Signal Encryption
When encryption is enabled, the receiver generates a
unique encryption key which is shared with the transmitter
during an IR sync. Transmitters and receivers that share an
encryption key form a protected audio path, preventing
unauthorized access from other receivers.
Enable encryption using Wireless Workbench or the
receiver front panel. For more details, see the user guide
for your receiver.
Encrypting a Single Transmitter to a
Single Receiver
1. From the receiver menu: DEVICE UTILITIES >
ENCRYPTION > ON (Auto)
2. Press ENTER.
3. Perform an IR Sync to share the encryption key with
the selected transmitter.
Removing Encryption
1. From the receiver menu: DEVICE UTILITIES >
ENCRYPTION > OFF
2. Press ENTER.