PGX -- Shure PGX Wireless

Quick Setup

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System Components
All systems include:

• PGX4 receiver
• 2 AA batteries
• PS24 Power Supply
• User guide

Lavalier, Headworn, and Instrument systems include:

• PGX1 bodypack transmitter

• Microphone (choice of WL93, WL185, PG30 or Beta 98H/C™)

Vocalist systems include:

• Microphone Head (choice of PG58, SM58®, SM86, Beta 58A®)

• PGX2 handheld transmitter
• Microphone clip

Guitar systems include:

• PGX1 bodypack transmitter

• 1/4” to mini 4-pin guitar cable

PGX4 Receiver Features

Front Panel

① audio LED
Indicates strength of incoming audio signal: green for normal, amber for strong and red for clipping.

② LED Screen
Displays group and channel setting. See “Single System Setup” for details.

③ channel button
Changes group and channel setting. See “Single System Setup” for details.

④ ready LED
Indicates system ready and receiving an RF signal from the transmitter.

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⑤ Infrared (IR) port

Sends IR signal to transmitter for sync.

⑥ sync button
Press to synchronize transmitter with receiver group and channel settings.

Back Panel

⑦ AC adapter jack

⑧ Adapter cord tie-off

⑨ XLR microphone output jack

⑩ 6.35 mm (1/4”) instrument level output jack (unbalanced).

Transmitter Controls and Connectors

① Indicator LED Displays battery level, mute, and IR transmission status (see table).

② Power / Mute Switch Press to mute or unmute. Press and hold to power on or off.

③ Infrared (IR) port Receives infrared beam to synchronize frequencies. When using
multiple systems, only one transmitter IR port should be exposed at a time.

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④ 4-Pin Microphone Input Jack.

⑤ Audio Gain Adjustment.

Transmitter Indicator LED

Green Ready

Flashing green Controls Locked

Amber Mute On

Flashing red IR transmission in process

Glowing red Battery power low

Pulsing Red on startup Batteries dead (transmitter cannot be turned on until

batteries are changed)

Pulsing Red after synchronization Transmitter and receive incompatible; contact your
Shure reseller

Changing Batteries

• Expected life for an Alkaline battery is approximately 8 hours.

• When the transmitter light glows red, the batteries should be changed immediately, as shown.

Wearing the Bodypack Transmitter

Clip the transmitter to a belt or slide a guitar strap through the transmitter clip as shown.

For best results, slide the transmitter until the belt is pressed against the base of the clip.

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Adjusting Gain
PGX1

Three gain settings are available on the PGX1. Choose the appropriate setting for your instrument.

• mic: Microphone (higher amplification)

• 0: Guitar with passive pickups (medium amplification)
• –10: Guitar with active pickups (lower amplification)

If the receiver LED indicates the input volume is overloading the receiver, try switching the gain to a lower setting.

PGX2

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Access the gain adjustment switch by unscrewing the head of the microphone.

Two gain settings are available on the PGX2. Use the tip of a pen or a small screwdriver to move the switch.

• 0dB: For quiet to normal vocal performance.

• –10dB: Use only if audio is distorted due to high voal levels.

Single System Setup

1 Scan

Use the scan feature on the receiver to find a clear channel.

a LED screen displays current channel

b press channel button to scan for a clear channel

c system scans for the channel with the least interference

2 Synchronize

Synchronize the transmitter to the receiver by aligning the infrared (IR) ports and pressing the sync button. Make
sure the IR ports are closely aligned.

After a successful sync, the transmitter LED momentarily flashes red and the receiver ready light illuminates.

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Multiple System Setup

Use the following steps to ensure the best performance when installing multiple wireless systems at the same lo-
cation.

1. Turn all receivers on and all transmitters off.

Note: Turn on any other digital equipment that could cause interference during the performance so it will be de-
tected during the frequency scans in the following steps.

2. Make sure the group number is the same for all receivers (see Manual Group Selection).
3. Perform a scan using the first receiver.
4. Turn on the first transmitter and sync it to the receiver.
5. Repeat for each system.
◦ Important: After syncing each transmitter, leave it on so that scans from the other receivers will not select
that channel.
◦ Be sure only one transmitter IR port is exposed when synchronizing each system.

Manual Channel and Group Selection (receiver only)

Using the receiver to scan for a channel is the best way to find the best frequency for your system. However, for
multiple system setup, you may need to manually set the group number.

1. Press and hold the channel button.

2. Hold the button until the channel or group display begins flashing.
3. Release and press the button again to advance the setting. At the desired channel or group number, wait for
the flashing to stop. This activates the new setting.
4. Transfer the new frequency setting to the transmitter using the automatic sync function.

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Locking and Unlocking Controls

Locking the system controls prevents accidental muting or channel adjustment during performances.

Transmitter

To lock the controls: With the transmitter off, hold the power button down until the green LED flashes (~5 seconds)

To unlock the controls: With the transmitter on, hold the power button down until the green LED flashes (~5 sec-
onds)

Receiver

To lock the channel: Hold the channel button until the numbers flash (~10 seconds)

To unlock the channel: Hold the channel button until the numbers flash (~5 seconds)

Troubleshooting

Issue Indicator Status Solution

No sound or faint Transmitter power • Perform automat-

sound light on, receiver ic transmitter set-
LEDs on up
• Verify all sound
system connec-
tions

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Issue Indicator Status Solution

Receiver LED off • Make sure AC

adapter is securly
plugged into elec-
trical outlet
• Make sure AC
electrical outlet
works and is sup-
plying proper
voltage

Transmitter power • Replace transmit-

light glowing or ter batteries
flashing red • If indicator contin-
ues flashing red
after batteries are
replaced, the
transmitter and
receiver may be-
long to incompati-
ble frequency
bands. Contact
your Shure re-
seller for assis-
tance.

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Issue Indicator Status Solution

Transmitter power • Turn on transmit-

light off ter
• Make sure the +/-
indicators on bat-
teries match the
transmitter termi-
nals
• Insert fresh bat-
teries

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Issue Indicator Status Solution

Distortion or un- N/A • Remove nearby

wanted noise bursts sources of RF in-
terferance (CD
players, comput-
ers, digital ef-
fects, in-ear mon-
itor systems, etc.)
• ‣ Change receiv-
er and transmitter
to a different fre-
quency
• ‣ Reduce trans-
mitter gain
• ‣ Replace trans-
mitter batteries
• ‣ If using multiple
systems, change
the frequency of
one of the active
systems

Distortion increases Transmitter power Replace transmitter

gradually light glowing or batteries
flashing red

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Issue Indicator Status Solution

Sound level different Adjust transmitter

from cabled guitar gain as necessary
or microphone or
when using different
guitars

Cannot turn trans- Transmitter light Replace transmitter

mitter on flashing red batteries

Specifications
Working Range

Line of Sight

100 m (300 ft) [1]

Audio Frequency Response

45–15000 Hz [2]

Total Harmonic Distortion

Ref. ±33 kHz deviation with 1 kHz tone

0.5%, typical

Dynamic Range

>100 dB, A-weighted

Operating Temperature Range

-18°C (0°F)–+50°C (122°F)[3]

Transmitter 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.

Note: Actual range depends on RF power setting, signal absorption, reflection, and interference.

Note: Dependent on microphone type

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Note: Battery characteristics may limit this range.

Audio Input Level

gain position

mic -10 dBV maximum +10 dBV maximum +20 dBV maximum

Gain Adjustment Range

30 dB

Input Impedance

1 MΩ

RF Output Power

10–30 mW [1]

Pin Assignments

TA4M connector

1 ground(cable shield)

2 + 5 V Bias

3 audio

4 Tied through active load to ground (On instrument adapter cable, pin 4 floats)

Dimensions

108 mm x 64 mm x 19 mm (H x W x D)

Weight

81 g (3oz.), without batteries

Housing

Molded Polycarbonate Case

Power Requirements

2 "AA" size alkaline or rechargeable batteries

Battery Life

up to 8 hours (alkaline)

varies by region

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Audio Input Level

-10 dB +2 dBV maximum

0 dB -8 dBV maximum

Gain Adjustment Range

10 dB

RF Output Power

10–30 mW [1]

Dimensions

254 mm x 51 mm dia. (10 x 12 in.)

Weight

81 g (10.2 oz.), without batteries

Housing

Molded PC/ABS handle and battery cup

Power Requirements

2 "AA" size alkaline or rechargeable batteries

Battery Life

up to 8 hours (alkaline)

varies by region

Frequency Range and Transmitter Output Level

Band Range Output Power

H6 524–542 MHz 30 mW

J6 572.250–590.875 MHz 30 mW

K5E 606–630 MHz 10 mW

L5 644–662 MHz 30 mW

P6 702.200–719 MHz 30 mW

R1 800–820 MHz 20 mW

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Band Range Output Power

T1 846–865 MHz 10 mW

Q8 740–752 MHz 10 mW

JB 806–810 MHz 10 mW

R14 794–806 MHz 20 mW

X5 925–932 MHz 10 mW

G4 470.125–493.825 MHz 30 mW

G8 494.200–509.825 MHz 30 mW

Q24 736–754 MHz 30 mW

This Radio equipment is intended for use in musical professional entertainment and similar applications. This Ra-
dio apparatus may be capable of operating on some frequencies not authorized in your region. Please contact
your national authority to obtain information on authorized frequencies and RF power levels for wireless micro-
phone products.

Frequency Range and Transmitter Output Power

Power ( mW RMS )*
(Lo/Nm/Hi)
Band Frequency Range (MHz)

G50 470 to 534 1 / 10

G51 470 to 534 1 / 10

G52 479 to 534 1 / 10

G62 510 to 530 1 / 10

H50 534 to 598 1 / 10

H51 534 to 598 1 / 10

H52 534 to 565 1 / 10

H53 534 to 598 1 / 10

J50 572 to 636 1 / 10

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Power ( mW RMS )*
(Lo/Nm/Hi)
Band Frequency Range (MHz)

J51 572 to 636 1 / 10

JB 806 to 810 1 / 10

K51 606 to 670 1 / 10

K52 606 to 670 1 / 10

L50 632 to 696 1 / 10

L51 632 to 696 1 / 10

L52 632 to 694 1 / 10

L53 632 to 714 1 / 10

P51 710 to 782 1 / 10

P52 710 to 782 1 / 10

Q51 794 to 806 1 / 10

S50 (823 to 832) (863 to 865) 1 / 10

V50 174 to 216 1 / 10

V51 174 to 216 1 / 10

X51 925 -937.5 1 / 10

X52 902 to 928 (All America's except 1 / 10

Brazil)

X53 902 to 907.500, 915 to 928 (Brazil) 1 / 10

X54 915 to 928 (Australia) 1 / 10

Z17 1492 to 1525 1 / 10

Z18 1785 to 1805 1 / 10

Z19 1785 to 1800 1 / 10

Z20 1790 to 1805 1 / 10

Note: Frequency bands might not be available for sale or authorized for use in all countries or regions.

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PGX1, PGX2, PGX4

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est con-
forme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

Meets requirements of EMC standards EN 300 328, EN 300 422 Parts 1 and 2, and EN 301 489 Parts 1 and 9.

Meets essential requirements of European R&TTE Directive 99/5/EC, eligible to bear the CE mark.

PGX1, PGX2
Certified under FCC Part 74. (FCC ID: DD4PGX1A, DD4PGX2A, DD4SLX1, DD4SLX2). Certified by IC in Canada
under RSS-123 and RSS-102. (IC: 616A-SLX1, 616A-SLX2).

PGX4
Approved under the Declaration of Conformity (DoC) provision of FCC Part 15. Certified in Canada by IC to
RSS-123. (IC: 616A-PGX4A, 616A-PGX4B, 616A-PGX4C, 616A-PGX4D).

The CE Declaration of Conformity can be obtained from Shure Incorporated or any of its European representa-
tives. For contact information please visit www.shure.com

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. 12

75031 Eppingen, Germany

Phone: +49-7262-92 49 0

Fax: +49-7262-92 49 11 4

Email: [email protected]

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 re-
sponsibility, and licensability depends on the user’s classification and application, and on the selected frequency.
Shure strongly urges the user to contact the appropriate telecommunications authority concerning proper licens-
ing, and before choosing and ordering frequencies.

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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 installation. 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 interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harm-
ful 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.

Note: EMC conformance testing is based on the use of supplied and recommended cable types. The use of other
cable types may degrade EMC performance.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.

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