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Note: Use only with the included power supply or a Shure-approved equivalent.
The Shure AD3 plug-on transmitter transforms any microphone into an advanced, portable Axient Digital AD Series wireless microphone, delivering impeccable audio quality and RF performance, wide-tuning, and encryption features. Compatible with Axient Digital AD4D and AD4Q receivers in Standard or High Density modes, AD3 features a custom, fast, and secure XLR connector design, support for both conventional AA and Shure SB900-series rechargeable battery options, and simple, user-friendly controls and menus. The AD3 is housed in a lightweight, rugged, metal chassis and is designed to resist sweat, moisture, and debris.
AA alkaline batteries (2) | 80B8201 |
USB-A to USB-C cable | 95A39299 |
Zipper bag | 95D2313 |
Pouch with belt clip | 95A44910 |
SB900B rechargeable lithium-ion battery | SB900B |
① Display
View menu screens and settings. Press any control button to activate the backlight.
② Infrared (IR) port
Align with the receiver IR port during an IR Sync for automated transmitter tuning and setup.
③ Control buttons
Use to navigate through parameter menus and to change settings.
④ Power switch
Hold the X button to power the unit on or off.
⑤ Enter button
Press to enter menu screens and confirm menu changes.
⑥ Power LED
⑦ Audio LED
Red, yellow, and green LEDs indicate average and peak audio levels.
The LED will turn red when the limiter is engaged.
⑧ USB-C port
Supplies power or charges Shure rechargeable battery. LED indicates charging status when connected to a power supply.
⑨ Battery compartment
Requires two AA batteries or Shure rechargeable battery.
⑩AA battery adapter
Use to secure AA batteries. Remove when using a Shure rechargeable battery.
⑪ XLR connector
Connection point for wired microphones, cables, and boom poles, among other things.
⑫ Locking ring
To release the XLR connector, turn the ring counterclockwise and push in.
⑬ Pouch
Provides additional grip and protection for the transmitter.
⑭ Belt clip
Holds transmitter and microphone securely for hands-free carrying.
Note: If using AA batteries, set the battery type to ensure the transmitter's battery status indicator is accurate.
Note: If you remove or replace the batteries without turning the transmitter off, the device will turn on again when the batteries are replaced.
To ensure accurate display of transmitter runtime, set the battery type to match the battery you have installed.
Note: If a Shure rechargeable battery is installed, selecting a battery type is not necessary and the battery type will display Shure.
Shure SB900-series lithium-ion batteries offer a rechargeable option for powering the transmitters. Batteries charge to 50% capacity in 1 hour and reach full charge within 3 hours.
Single chargers and multiple bay chargers are available to recharge the Shure batteries.
Caution: Only charge Shure rechargeable batteries with a Shure battery charger.
2 mW | 10 mW | 35 mW |
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8+ hours | 8+ hours | 5+ hours |
Note: Phantom power, RF output and the impedance of the connecting device can impact battery life.
When using a Shure rechargeable battery, the receiver and transmitter home screens display the number of hours and minutes remaining.
Detailed information for the battery is displayed Battery menu of the transmitter:
When operated with AA batteries, or without batteries, the AD3 transmitter can be powered by connecting the USB-C port on the bottom of the transmitter to a suitable power source.
When a Shure rechargeable battery is inserted, the USB connection can power the transmitter while simultaneously charging the battery.
Proper care and storage of Shure batteries results in reliable performance and ensures a long lifetime.
For additional rechargeable battery information, visit www.shure.com.
Note: A Battery Hot warning indicates that transmitter battery needs to cool off. Otherwise, the transmitter will shut down. Let the device cool down and then consider swapping the transmitter battery to continue operation.
Identify any possible external heat sources to the transmitter and operate the transmitter away from those external heat sources.
All batteries should be stored and operated away from external heat sources in reasonable temperature conditions for best performance.
Transmitters are compatible with the following AA battery types:
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 table contains the approximate remaining transmitter runtime in hours:minutes.
Battery Indicator | Battery Runtime (hours:minutes) | |||
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UHF | 1.x | |||
2 mW/10 mW | 35 mW | 2 mW/10 mW | 30 mW | |
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8:00 to 6:00 | 3:30 to 3:00 | 5:30 to 4:15 | 3:45 to 3:00 |
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6:00 to 4:00 | 3:00 to 2:00 | 4:15 to 3:00 | 3:00 to 2:15 |
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4:00 to 1:45 | 2:00 to 1:30 | 3:00 to 1:45 | 2:15 to 2:00 |
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<1:45 | <1:30 | <1:45 | <2:00 |
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<0:45 | <0:45 | <0:45 | <0:45 |
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<0:15 | <0:15 | <0:15 | <0:15 |
Use the controls to navigate menus and update settings.
X | Hold button to turn transmitter power on and off. Acts as a 'back' button to return to previous menus or parameters without confirming a value change. |
O | Enters menu screens and confirms parameter changes |
∨∧ | Use to scroll through menu screens and to change parameter values |
Tip: Hold the ∧ button while powering on to enter safe start mode.
The home screen shows transmitter information and status.
There are four pieces of information that you can choose to see on the home screen. Use the arrow buttons to select one of the following choices:
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The following icons indicate transmitter settings:
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Battery runtime in hours and minutes or bar display |
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Key: Displayed when encryption is enabled |
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Lock: Displayed when controls are locked. Icon flashes if you attempt to access a locked control (power or menu). |
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STD: Standard Transmission Mode |
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HD: High Density Transmission Mode |
Lock transmitter interface controls to prevent accidental or unauthorized changes to parameters. The lock icon appears on the home screen when a lock is enabled.
Tip: To quickly unlock the transmitter menu, press O and select None.
Use IR Sync to form an audio channel between the transmitter and receiver.
Note: The receiver band must match the band of the transmitter.
Note: Any change to the encryption status on the receiver (enabling/disabling encryption) requires a sync to send the settings to the transmitter. New encryption keys for the transmitter and receiver channel are generated on every IR sync, so to request a new key for a transmitter, perform an IR sync with the desired receiver channel.
The transmitter can be manually tuned to a specific group, channel, or frequency.
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, you can upload and install new versions of the firmware by using the Shure Update Utility. The Shure Update Utility is available for download from http://www.shure.com/.
When performing an update, first download firmware to the receiver, and then update transmitters to the same firmware version to ensure consistent operation.
The firmware numbering for Shure devices uses the following format: MAJOR.MINOR.PATCH.BUILD (e.g., 1.2.21.1). At a minimum, all devices on the network (including transmitters), must have the same MAJOR and MINOR firmware version numbers (e.g., 1.2.x).
Tip: The red alignment LED will turn on when the alignment is correct.
RF mute prevents transmission of the audio by suppressing the RF signal while the transmitter remains powered-on. The home screen displays RF Muted in this mode.
Note: Turning the transmitter off and on or replacing the battery will restore Output to On.
Power on in safe start mode to prevent interference with other devices. Hold the ^ button while powering on your device until the Safe Start menu appears.
Safe Start menu options:
Use the navigation buttons to make changes.
Tip: To exit the Safe Start menu, push X.
Note: Previous settings for locks, RF, and phantom power will be retained when the transmitter is powered on in safe start mode.
The Tx Overload message appears when the audio input experiences a high-level signal. The audio LED turns red as an additional indicator of an overload. Reduce the input signal or enable the input pad to remove the overload condition.
Tip: To enable the input pad, navigate to -12 dB.
and selectThe transmitter contains an internal tone generator that produces a continuous audio signal. The tone is helpful when conducting a sound check or for troubleshooting the audio signal chain. The level of the tone is adjustable from -60 dB to 0 dB and the frequency can be set to 400 Hz or 1000 Hz.
Tip: Always start with the level set to -60 dB to avoid overloading speakers or headphones.
Turn off the tone by selecting Off from the menu or by cycling the transmitter power.
When linking two or more transmitters to a receiver, there may be a difference in volume levels between microphones or instruments. If this occurs, use the Offset function to match the audio levels and eliminate audible volume differences between transmitters. If using a single transmitter, set Offset to 0 dB.
Freq
Press the O button to enable editing of a group (G:) channel (C:) or frequency (MHz). Use the arrow buttons to adjust the values. To edit the frequency, press the O button once to edit the first 3 digits, or twice to edit the second 3 digits.
Power
Higher RF power settings can extend the range of the transmitter.
Note: Higher RF power settings decrease battery runtime.
Output
Sets the RF output to On or Mute.
Phantom
Adds phantom power for condenser microphones. Select +12V or +48V as required by the microphone.
Input Pad/Boost
Adjust the pad to avoid overloading the audio input or add a boost to low-output sources. Choose between -12 dB, Off (default), and +12dB.
HP Filter
High-pass filter. Scroll up to turn on the filter and set the low-frequency rolloff in Hz; scroll all the way down to turn off. Range: 40 Hz to 240 Hz.
Polarity
Selectable polarity assignment for the audio input connector:
Offset
Adjust Offset level to balance mic levels when using two transmitters or when assigning multiple transmitters to receiver slots. Adjustment range: -12 dB to +21 dB.
Tone Gen
Tone generator. Transmitter will generate a continuous test tone:
Device ID
Assign a device ID of up to 8 characters.
Locks
Locks the transmitter controls and power switch.
Marker
When enabled, press O to drop a marker in Wireless Workbench.
Battery
Displays battery information:
About
Displays the following transmitter information:
Reset All
Restores all transmitter parameters to factory settings.
Issue | See Solution... |
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No sound | Power, Cables, Radio Frequency, or Encryption Mismatch |
Faint sound or distortion | Gain, Cables |
Lack of range, unwanted noise bursts, or dropouts | Radio Frequency (RF) |
Cannot turn transmitter off or change frequency settings, or can't program receiver | Interface Locks |
Encryption Mismatch message | Encryption Mismatch |
Firmware Mismatch message | Firmware Mismatch |
Transmitter Battery Hot message | Tx Battery Hot |
Antenna Fault Red LED | RF |
Handheld transmitter shuts down during use | Clean Battery Contacts |
Make sure that the receiver and transmitter are receiving sufficient voltage. Check the battery indicators and replace the transmitter batteries if necessary.
Adjust the system gain on the front of the receiver. Ensure the output level on the back of the receiver corresponds to the mic/line input setting of the mixing console, amplifier, or DSP.
Check that all cables and connectors are working correctly.
The transmitter and the receiver can be locked to prevent accidental or unauthorized changes. A locked feature or button will produce the Locked screen on the LCD panel or the lock icon will flash on a transmitter.
Re-sync all receivers and transmitters after enabling or disabling encryption.
Paired transmitters and receivers must have the same firmware version installed to ensure consistent operation. See Firmware topic for firmware update procedure.
If the transmitter battery does not cool off, the transmitter will shut down. Let the device cool down and then consider swapping the transmitter battery to continue operation.
Identify any possible external heat sources to the transmitter and operate the transmitter away from those external heat sources.
All batteries should be stored and operated away from external heat sources in reasonable temperature conditions for best performance.
If neither blue RF Diversity LED is illuminated, then the receiver is not detecting the presence of a transmitter.
The orange RF Signal Strength LEDs indicate the amount of RF power being received. This signal could be from the transmitter, or it could be from an interfering source, such as a television broadcast. If more than two of the orange RF LEDs are still illuminated while the transmitter is off, then that channel may be experiencing interference, and you should try a different channel.
The red RF LED indicates RF overload. Overloads have the potential to cause interference in multiple system installations. If you are experiencing an overload, turn off the receiver to see if it is causing interference with other components.
The numerical channel select button also turns red to indicate interference.
If the transmitter is more than 6 to 60 m (20 to 200 ft) from the receiver antenna, you may be able to increase range by doing one of the following:
If you see the red RF LED on a receiver, try the following:
The Antenna Fault red LED indicates a short circuit condition or excessive load at an antenna port.
Clean the battery contacts with an electrical contact cleaner designed for gold contacts and safe on plastics.
Didn't find what you need? Contact our customer support to get help.
-12 to 21 dB (in 1 dB steps)
Shure SB900 series Rechargeable Li-Ion or LR6 AA batteries 1.5 V
@ 10 mW
Shure SB900B | > 8 hours |
alkaline | > 7 hours |
126 mm x 44.5 mm x 44.5 mm (5.0in. x 1.8in. x 1.8 in.) H x W x D
Without Battery | 240 g (8.0 oz.), |
with AA batteries | 263 g |
with Shure rechargeable battery | 280 g |
Cast Metal
-10°C (-14°F) to 50°C (122°F)
Note: Battery characteristics may limit this range.
-40°C (-40°F) to 74°C (165°F)
Note: Battery characteristics may limit this range.
3-pin female XLR
balanced
Pad-12 dB | 26.64 kΩ |
0 dB | 6.64 kΩ |
Boost12 dB | 6.64 kΩ |
1 kHz at 1% THD
Pad-12 dB | 21 dBV |
0 dB | 9 dBV |
Boost12 dB | -3 dBV |
System Gain Setting ≥ +20
-115 dBV, A-weighted, typical
+48 V(7 mA
maximum) , +12 V(15 mA
maximum)
Two-pole (12 dB per octave), cut off frequency selectable from 40 to 240 in 20 Hz increments
Dipole
50 Ω
<200 kHz
Standard Mode | 350 kHz |
High Density Mode | 125 kHz |
varies by region
Shure Axient Digital Proprietary
2 mW, 10 mW, 35 mW
See Frequency Range and Output Power table, varies by region
< 0.12 W/kg
Band | Frequency Range ( MHz) | RF Power ( mW)*** |
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G53 | 470 to 510 | 2/10/35 |
G54 | 479 to 565 | 2/10/20 |
G55† | 470 to 636* | 2/10/35 |
G56†† | 470 to 636 | 2/10/35 |
G57 | 470 to 616* | 2/10/35 |
G62 | 510 to 530 | 2/10/35 |
G63 | 487 to 636 | 2/10 |
H54 | 520 to 636 | 2/10/35 |
K53 | 606 to 698* | 2/10/35 |
K54△ | 606 to 663** | 2/10/35 |
K55 | 606 to 694 | 2/10/35 |
K56◇ | 606 to 714 | 2/10/35 |
K57△ | 606 to 790 | 2/10/35 |
K58 | 622 to 698 | 2/10/35 |
L54 | 630 to 698 | 2/10/35 |
L60 | 630.125 to 697.875 | 2/10/35 |
P55 | 694 to 703, 748 to 758, 803 to 806 | 2/10/35 |
R52 | 794 to 806 | 2/10 |
JB | 806 to 810 | 2/10 |
X51 | 925 to 937.5 | 2/10 |
X55 | 941 to 960 | 2/10/35 |
X56††† | 960 to 1000 | 2/10/35 |
*With a gap between 608 to 614 MHz.
**With a gap between 608 to 614 MHz and a gap between 616 to 653 MHz.
***Power delivered to the antenna port.
†Operation mode varies according to region. In Brazil, High Density mode is used. The maximum power level for Peru is 10mW.
††Limited to 10mW for Vietnam.
†††Only in UK; F-variant only.
△Output power limited to 10 mW above 608 MHz.
◇Korea defines power as conducted (ERP) which is 1dB less then declared in table.
低功率射頻器材技術規範
取得審驗證明之低功率射頻器材,非經核准,公司、商號或使用者均不得擅
自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。低功率射頻器材之使用
不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信;經發現有干擾現象時,應立即停用,並
改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前述合法通信,指依電信管理法規定作業之
無線電通信。低功率射頻器材須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻
射性電機設備之干擾。
เครื่องโทรคมนาคมและอุปกรณ์นี้มีความสอดคล้องตามมาตรฐานหรือข้อกำหนดทางเทคนิคของ กสทช.
Country Code Code de Pays Codice di paese Código de país Länder-Kürzel |
Frequency Range Gamme de frequences Gamme di frequenza Gama de frequencias Frequenzbereich |
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A, B, BG, CH, CY, CZ, D, DK, EST, F | * |
FIN, GB, GR, H, HR, I, IRL, IS, L, LT | * |
M, N, NL, P, PL, RO, S, SK, SLO, TR | * |
all other countries | * |
* This equipment may be capable of operating on some frequencies not authorized in your region. See Licensing Information.
Country Code Code de Pays Codice di paese Código de país Länder-Kürzel |
Frequency Range Gamme de frequences Gamme di frequenza Gama de frequencias Frequenzbereich |
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A, B, BG, CH, CY, CZ, D, DK, EST, F | * |
FIN, GB, GR, H, HR, I, IRL, IS, L, LT | * |
M, N, NL, P, PL, RO, S, SK, SLO, TR | * |
all other countries | * |
* This equipment may be capable of operating on some frequencies not authorized in your region. See Licensing Information.
Country Code Code de Pays Codice di paese Código de país Länder-Kürzel |
Frequency Range Gamme de frequences Gamme di frequenza Gama de frequencias Frequenzbereich |
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A, B, BG, CH, CY, CZ, D, DK, EST, F | * |
FIN, GB, GR, H, HR, I, IRL, IS, L, LT | * |
M, N, NL, P, PL, RO, S, SK, SLO, TR | * |
all other countries | * |
* This equipment may be capable of operating on some frequencies not authorized in your region. See 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. Shure strongly urges the user to contact the appropriate telecommunications authority concerning proper licensing, and before choosing and ordering frequencies.
This device operates under an ACMA class licence and must comply with all the conditions of that licence including operating frequencies. Before 31 December 2014, this device will comply if it is operated in the 520-820 MHz frequency band. WARNING: After 31 December 2014, in order to comply, this device must not be operated in the 694-820 MHz band.
No user-operated control of power, frequency, or other parameters are available beyond those specified in this operating manual.
Please follow your regional recycling scheme for batteries, packaging, and electronic waste.
Certified under FCC Part 15 and FCC Part 74.
Certified by ISED in Canada under RSS-210.
FCC ID: DD4AD3G57, DD4AD3K54, DD4AD3X55. IC: 616A-AD3G57, 616A-AD3K54.
Meets essential requirements of the following European Directives:
Note: Please follow your regional recycling scheme for batteries and electronic waste
This product meets the Essential Requirements of all relevant European directives and is eligible for CE marking.
CE Notice: Hereby, Shure Incorporated declares that this product with CE Marking has been determined to be in compliance with European Union requirements. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following site: https://www.shure.com/en-EU/support/declarations-of-conformity.
Authorized European representative:
Shure Europe GmbH
Department: Global Compliance
Jakob-Dieffenbacher-Str. 12
75031 Eppingen, Germany
Phone: +49-7262-92 49 0
Fax: +49-7262-92 49 11 4
Email: EMEAsupport@shure.de
(一)本产品符合“微功率短距离无线电发射设备目录和技术要求”的具体条款和使用场景;
(二)不得擅自改变使用场景或使用条件、扩大发射频率范围、加大发射功率(包括额外加装射频功率放大器),不得擅自更改发射天线;
(三)不得对其他合法的无线电台(站)产生有害干扰,也不得提出免受有害干扰保护;
(四)应当承受辐射射频能量的工业、科学及医疗(ISM)应用设备的干扰或其他合法的无线电台(站)干扰;
(五)如对其他合法的无线电台(站)产生有害干扰时,应立即停止使用,并采取措施消除干扰后方可继续使用;
(六)在航空器内和依据法律法规、国家有关规定、标准划设的射电天文台、气象雷达站、卫星地球站(含测控、测距、接收、导航站)等军民用无线电台(站)、机场等的电磁环境保护区域内使用微功率设备,应当遵守电磁环境保护及相关行业主管部门的规定。
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
Note: 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 harmful 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:
This device operates on a no-protection, no-interference basis. Should the user seek to obtain protection from other radio services operating in the same TV bands, a radio licence is required. For further details, consult Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s document Client Procedures Circular CPC-2-1-28, Voluntary Licensing of Licence-Exempt Low-Power Radio Apparatus in the TV Bands.
Ce dispositif fonctionne selon un régime de non‑brouillage et de non‑protection. Si l’utilisateur devait chercher à obtenir une certaine protection contre d’autres services radio fonctionnant dans les mêmes bandes de télévision, une licence radio serait requise. Pour en savoir plus, veuillez consulter la Circulaire des procédures concernant les clients CPC‑2‑1‑28, Délivrance de licences sur une base volontaire pour les appareils radio de faible puissance exempts de licence et exploités dans les bandes de télévision d’Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada.
This device operates on frequencies shared with other devices. Consult the Federal Communications Commission White Space Database Administration website to determine available channels in your area prior to operation.
This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
L’émetteur/récepteur exempt de licence contenu dans le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :