AXIENT DIGITAL D R 9. A 8. FT 16 AD2 TRANSMITTER USER GUIDE © 2016 Shure Incorporated 27A (Rev.
Important Product Information 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 modifications 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 application, and on the selected frequency.
AD2 Handheld Transmitter The AD2 handheld transmitter delivers ultra-linear RF performance for more channels on-air and superb audio quality in even the most challenging RF environments. Advanced power management supports extended battery life and provides unmatched reliability. Rugged construction and interchangeable cartridges offer a combination of durability and flexibility to meet the needs of professional audio.
Transmitters ① Microphone Cartridge See Optional Accessories for a list of compatible cartridges. 1 ② Display: View menu screens and settings. Press any control button to activate the backlight. ③ Infrared (IR) Port Align with the receiver IR port during an IR Sync for automated transmitter programming. ④ Menu Navigation Buttons Use to navigate through parameter menus and change values. ⑤ Battery Compartment Requires Shure SB900 rechargeable battery or 2 AA batteries. 3 4 D R 9. A 8.
Battery Installation 1 2 ① Accessing the Battery Compartment Unscrew the cover on the transmitter as shown to access the battery compartment. ② Installing Batteries D R 9. A 8. FT 16 -- AA Batteries: Place batteries (note polarity markings) and AA Adaptor as shown -- Shure SB900 Battery: Place battery as shown (note polarity markings), stow AA Adaptor in door for handheld transmitter Note: If using AA batteries, set the battery type using the transmitter menu.
AA Batteries and Transmitter Runtime Transmitters are compatible with the following AA battery types: • Alkaline • Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) • Lithium Primary A 5-segment battery indicator representing the charge level of the transmitter battery is displayed on the screens of the transmitter and receiver. The following tables contain the approximate remaining transmitter runtime in hours:minutes.
Main Menu Parameters The Main Menu organizes the available transmitter parameters into three categories: • Radio • Audio • Utilities To change a parameter, press the enter button to enable editing and use the arrow buttons to change values or settings. When finished, press enter to save. Radio Menu Audio Menu Utilities Menu Group and Channel Press the enter button to enable editing of a group (G:) or channel (C:). Use the arrow buttons to adjust the values.
RF Mute RF Mute prevents transmission of the audio by suppressing the RF signal, while allowing the transmitter to remain powered-on. The message RF Mute is shown on the home screen. RADIO RF Output: Mute 1. From the Radio menu, navigate to RF Output. 2. Choose one of the following options: -- On: RF signal is active -- Mute: RF signal is disabled 3. Press enter to save. D R 9. A 8. FT 16 Turning the transmitter off and on, or replacing the battery will restore RF Output to On.
Updating 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® 6 (WWB6) software. Software is available for download from http://www. shure.com/wwb.
Specifications Audio Input Power See Frequency Range and Output Power table Configuration Impedance Unbalanced 50 Ω Impedance >30 kΩ Frequency Bands and Transmitter RF Power Maximum Input Level 1 kHz at 1% THD −10 to +11 dB 5.5 dBu +12 to +32 dB −6.
Certifications 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 batteries and 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.
