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MX153 -- Earset Headworn Microphone

General Description

The Shure Microflex MX153 is a professional subminiature earset microphone ideal for speech and other applica

tions requiring low-profile discreet placement where improved gain before feedback over lavalier microphones is

desired. Delivering exceptional speech clarity, the MX153 is ideal for corporate presentations, houses of worship,

A/V conferencing and live sound reinforcement. Additionally, CommShield Technology offers superior RF immuni

ty from cellular devices and digital bodypack transmitters. Available in three color options and direct TA4F connec

tivity to Shure bodypacks, the MX153 provides outstanding clarity in an extremely comfortable, over the ear de

sign.

Features

• Subminiature, omnidirectional cartridge offers superior speech clarity and enhanced plosive protection with no

proximity effect

• Terminated with TQG/TA4F connector for direct connectivity to Shure wireless bodypack transmitters

• Ultra-lightweight, comfortable, flexible design is stable and easy to place over either ear

• CommShield Technology guards against interference from cellular RF devices and digital bodypack transmit

ters

• Kevlar reinforced, soft flex cable

• Matte black, tan, and cocoa color options available

• Includes protective storage pouch, 3 windscreens, and collar clip

Model Variations

MX153B/O-TQG Black

MX153T/O-TQG Tan

MX153C/O-TQG Cocoa

Windscreen

The furnished windscreen provides plosive and wind protection.

• Fit windscreen over cartridge.

• To remove, simply lift windscreen over capsule.

Summary of content (10 pages)

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MX153 -- Earset Headworn Microphone General Description The Shure Microflex® MX153 is a professional subminiature earset microphone ideal for speech and other applica tions requiring low-profile discreet placement where improved gain before feedback over lavalier microphones is desired. Delivering exceptional speech clarity, the MX153 is ideal for corporate presentations, houses of worship, A/V conferencing and live sound reinforcement.
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Shure Incorporated Using With Other Bodypack Transmitters When connecting the microphone to anything other than a Shure wireless bodypack, make sure the device pro vides a regulated +5 V DC (130 µA minimum). Optional XLR Compatibility To connect the MX153 earset to an XLR microphone input, use the RK100PK preamplifier (see Optional Acces sories). Phantom Power The RK100PK preamplifier requires phantom power and performs best with a 48 Vdc supply (IEC61938).
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Shure Incorporated Specifications Transducer Type Electret Condenser Polar Pattern Omnidirectional Frequency Response 20 to 20,000 Hz Output Impedance N/A Sensitivity open circuit voltage, @ 1 kHz, typical -41 dBV/Pa [1] (9 mV/Pa) Maximum SPL 1 kHz at 1% THD [2] 2500 Ω load 107 dB SPL 1000 Ω load 107 dB SPL Signal-To-Noise Ratio [3] 60 dB Dynamic Range @ 1 kHz 2500 Ω load 73 dB 3/6
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Shure Incorporated 1000 Ω load 73 dB Self Noise equivalent SPL, A-weighted, typical 34 dB Common Mode Rejection 20 to 20,000 Hz N/A Operating Temperature Range -18°C (0°F) to 57°C (135°F) Polarity Positive pressure on diaphragm produces negative voltage on pin 3 with respect to pin 1. Power Requirements +1–5 V DC (500 µA max.) Weight 19.
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Shure Incorporated Accessories Furnished Accessories MX153 accessory kit (3 windscreens, 1 collar clip) Black RPM153B MX153 accessory kit (3 windscreens, 1 collar clip) Tan RPM153T MX153 accessory kit (3 windscreens, 1 collar clip) Co coa RPM153C Storage pouch WA153 Optional Accessories XLR Preamplifier RK100PK Replacement Accessories 4-Pin Mini Connector (TA4F/TQG) WA330 5/6
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Shure Incorporated Certifications Eligible to bear CE Marking. Conforms to European EMC Directive 2004/108/EC. Meets Harmonized Standards EN55103-1:1996 and EN55103-2:1996, for residential (E1) and light industrial (E2) environments. The CE Declaration of Conformity can be obtained from: www.shure.com/europe/compliance Authorized European representative: Shure Europe GmbH Headquarters Europe, Middle East & Africa Department: EMEA Approval Jakob-Dieffenbacher-Str.
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LIMITED WARRANTY Shure Incorporated ("Shure") hereby warrants to the original consumer purchaser only that, except as otherwise specified below, this product will be free in normal use of any defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the consumer's original date of purchase directly from Shure or from a Shure-authorized reseller.
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FOR ORIGINAL PURCHASES IN AUSTRALIA ONLY LIMITED WARRANTY AGAINST DEFECTS Shure Incorporated ("Shure") hereby warrants to the original consumer purchaser in Australia only that, except as otherwise specified below, this product will be free in normal use of any defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the consumer's original date of purchase directly from Shure or from a Shure-authorized reseller.
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SHUR.E® Service Centers United States, Canada, Latin America, Carribbean Shure Incorporated Attn: Service Department 945 Chaddick Dr. Wheeling, IL 60090-6449 Europe, Middle East, and Africa Shure Europe GmbH Attn: Service Jakob-Dieffenbacher-Str. 12 75031 Eppingen, Germany Asia Shure Asia Limited 22/F, 625 King's Road North Point, Island East Hong Kong Attention: Service Department Phone: (852) 2893-4290 Fax: (852) 2893-4055 Email: info@shure.com.hk ~l,,.
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