Step 1: Connect to a Network

1. Connect the ANIUSB-MATRIX to a PoE port on the network switch using Cat5e (or better) cable.
2. Connect your computer running Designer to the network switch.

Step 2: Discover the ANIUSB-MATRIX in Designer

1. Open Designer, and check that you’re connected to the correct network in Settings.
2. Click Online devices. A list of online devices appears.
3. To identify devices, click the product icon to flash the lights on a device. Select the ANIUSB-MATRIX in the list and click Configure to open the device's configuration window.

   

Step 3: Route Audio to the ANIUSB-MATRIX

To route audio in Designer, you’ll need to create a project and a location. You can learn more about both in Designer’s Help section.

For this example, we’ll connect an MXA310 table array microphone.

1. From My projects, select New to create a new project.
2. Click New to add a Location to your project. Once you enter a name, a new window for the location opens.
3. Click Live mode. Any online devices appear in the list.
   • In Designer, you can also design systems with virtual devices and send settings to real devices. Learn more in Designer’s Help section.
4. Drag and drop the ANIUSB-MATRIX to add it to your location. Add the MXA310 to the same location.
5. Go to Signal flow. This page creates Dante audio routes between Shure devices.

   Note: To route audio to non-Shure devices, use Dante Controller software.

6. Drag and drop from the MXA310 automix output to the ANIUSB-MATRIX Dante input to create Dante audio routes.

   

Step 4: Configure Audio

The final configuration steps will vary, depending on what other devices you connect to the ANIUSB-MATRIX. These are general guidelines, but you’ll find more details in the system examples.

1. Connect other analog and USB devices to the ANIUSB-MATRIX. If you have a computer with video conferencing software, connect it to the USB port.
2. Go to Matrix mixer to route audio between ANIUSB-MATRIX inputs and outputs. You can send a single input to many outputs or vice versa. To send audio from the MXA310 to the computer, check the box where Dante Input 1 and USB Output intersect.

   

3. Perform a sound check and adjust input and output levels in Designer.
4. Apply equalization (EQ) as needed to improve speech clarity.

Get More Information

Now that the basic setup is complete, you should have access to the ANIUSB-MATRIX in Designer and be able to pass audio.

Learn more about the ANIUSB-MATRIX in the Designer Help section or in the complete user guide at pubs.shure.com/guide/ANIUSB-Matrix.

Rear Panel

① Level Indicators (Signal/Clip)

Tri-color LEDs indicate the audio signal level for the analog channels and connectivity status for the USB channel. Adjust output levels in Shure Designer software or the web application to avoid clipping.

Note: The input and output LEDs stay off when metering is set to Post-gain and the channel is muted in the web application or Shure Designer software.

② Audio Input (Block Connector)

Block Pin Assignments:

	Audio +
	Audio -
	Audio ground

③ Chassis Ground Screw

Provides an optional connection for microphone shield wire to chassis ground.

④ Audio Output (Block Connector)

Balanced audio output connects to an analog device. Set the output level in the web application or Shure Designer software to match the input sensitivity of the analog device.

Note: See front panel labels for block connector assignments.

⑤ USB Port

Connects to a computer to send and receive any combination of input and output audio channels.

⑥ LED Indicators

Power: Power over Ethernet (PoE) present

Note: Use a PoE injector if your network switch does not supply PoE.

Network: Network connection active

Network Audio: Dante audio present on the network

Note: Error details are available in the event log in the web application or in Shure Designer software.

Encryption:

⑦ Dante Network Port

Connects to a network switch to receive Dante audio, Power over Ethernet (PoE), and data from the control software.

⑧ Reset Button

Resets the device settings back to the factory default.

Power Over Ethernet (PoE)

This device requires PoE to operate. It is compatible with both Class 0 and Class 3 PoE sources.

Power over Ethernet is delivered in one of the following ways:

• A network switch that provides PoE
• A PoE injector device

Reset

The reset button is located inside a small hole in the rear panel. Use a paperclip or other small tool to press the button.

There are two hardware reset functions:

Network reset (press button for 4-8 seconds)

Resets all Shure control and audio network IP settings to factory defaults

Full factory reset (press button for longer than 8 seconds)

Restores all network and web application settings to the factory defaults.

Installation and Rack Mounting

Two mounting solutions are available for installing the Audio Network Interface:

CRT1 19" Rack Tray (optional accessory): Supports up to 3 devices; mountable in a rack or under a table

Single-unit Mounting Tray (included accessory): Supports a single device for mounting under a table

Connections and Signal Flow

① Computer

The host computer sends and receives audio through conferencing software. All signals pass through the single USB connection. You can route Dante sources using Dante Controller or Shure Designer software.

Note: Compatible with Mac and PC

② Analog Input Sources

Analog sources (such as wireless microphones or any line-level devices) connect to the analog line input.

③ Analog Output Devices

Loudspeakers, amplifiers, or recording devices connect to the analog line output.

④ Dante-enabled Equipment

Dante microphones, such as the Shure Microflex Advance ceiling and table arrays, connect to the network switch and can be routed through the USB channel on the ANIUSB.

⑤ Control Computer

A computer connected to the network accesses Shure Designer software or the web application to control the channel levels and processing.

⑥ Network Switch

The network switch provides Power over Ethernet (PoE) to the ANIUSB, while also supporting all other Dante-enabled audio equipment.

Connecting a USB Device

The USB port connects the host computer to the entire room audio system, including microphones and loudspeakers.

When the ANIUSB-MATRIX is connected for the first time, the computer recognizes it as a USB audio device. You may need to select it as the input/output (recording/playback) device to pass audio. Assign the ANIUSB-MATRIX as the default device to ensure it passes audio every time it is plugged in. Refer to the manual for your computer to configure the audio settings.

Encryption

Audio is encrypted with the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES-256), as specified by the US Government National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) publication FIPS-197. Shure devices that support encryption require a passphrase to make a connection. Encryption is not supported with third-party devices.

To activate encryption:

1. Open the Settings menu and select the General tab.
2. Select Enable Encryption.
3. Enter a passphrase. All devices must use the same passphrase to establish an encrypted connection.

Important: For encryption to work, all Shure devices on your network must use encryption.

If you’re using Shure Designer software to configure your system, please check the Designer help section for more about this topic.

Schematic View

The schematic view in the web application provides an overview of the entire signal chain, with the ability to adjust settings and monitor signals.

Matrix Mixer

The matrix mixer routes audio signals between inputs and outputs, for simple and flexible routing:

• Send a single input channel to multiple outputs
• Send multiple input channels to a single output

Mute and Fader Groups

Adjusting Input levels

Levels for analog and Dante channels are adjustable in the Input tab.

To monitor input levels before they reach the ANIUSB-MATRIX, set the metering to Pre-gain in the Settings menu. When adjusting the faders, set metering to Post-gain.

Adjusting Output Levels

Tip: Set the metering to post-fader in the settings menu to adjust output levels.

Adjust faders in the Outputs section as high as necessary, but make sure to avoid clipping (when the signal reaches 0 dBFS). Always adjust the input gain and crosspoint gain in the matrix mixer before the output gain.

Analog output level:Select Line, Aux, or Mic level output signal to match the sensitivity of the receiving device.

Parametric Equalizer

Maximize audio quality by adjusting the frequency response with the parametric equalizer.

Common equalizer applications:

• Improve speech intelligibility
• Reduce noise from HVAC systems or video projectors
• Reduce room irregularities
• Adjust frequency response for reinforcement systems

If you’re using Shure Designer software to configure your system, please check the Designer help section for more about this topic.

Custom Presets

Use presets to quickly save and recall settings. Up to 10 presets can be stored on each device to match various seating arrangements. A preset saves all device settings except for the Device Name, IP Settings, and Passwords. Importing and exporting presets into new installations saves time and improves workflow. When a preset is selected, the name displays above the preset menu. If changes are made, an asterisk appears next to the name.

Note: Use the default settings preset to revert to the factory configuration (excludes Device Name, IP Settings, and Passwords).

Open the presets menu to reveal preset options:

Dante Transmit Flows

This device supports up to two transmit flows and two receive flows. A single flow consists of up to four channels, through either a unicast or multicast transmission.

• A unicast flow is a point-to-point connection between two devices, supporting up to four channels per flow.
• A multicast flow is a one-to-many transmission, which supports sending up to four channels to multiple receiving devices across the network.

Pushing Device Names to the Dante Network

To send a device name to appear in Dante Controller, go to Settings>General and enter a Device Name. Select Push to Dante to send the name to appear on the network.

Note: names appear in Dante Controller with "-d" attached.

Conventions

The device has 4 types of strings:

All messages sent and received are ASCII. Note that the level indicators and gain indicators are also in ASCII

Most parameters will send a REPORT command when they change. Thus, it is not necessary to constantly query parameters. The ANIUSB will send a REPORT command when any of these parameters change.

The character

in all of the following strings represents the channel of the ANIUSB and can be ASCII numbers 0 through 4 as in the following table

Command Strings (Common)

Troubleshooting

Event Log

The event log provides a detailed account of activity from the moment the device is powered on. The log collects up to 1,000 activity entries and time-stamps them relative to the last power cycle. The entries are stored in the internal memory, and are not cleared when the device is power-cycled. The Export feature creates a CSV (comma separated values) document to save and sort the log data.

Refer to the log file for details when troubleshooting or consulting with Shure Systems Support.

To view the event log:

1. Open the Help menu
2. Select View Event Log

Severity Level

Information

An action or event has been successfully completed

Warning

An action cannot be complete, but overall functionality is stable

Error

A problem has occurred that could inhibit functionality.

Log Details

Description

Provides details on events and errors, including IP address and subnet mask.

Time Stamp

Power cycles:days:hours:minutes:seconds since most recent boot-up.

Event ID

Indicates event type for internal reference.

Tip: Use the filter to narrow down results. Select a category heading to sort the log.

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 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:

• 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.

This product meets the Essential Requirements of all relevant European directives and is eligible for CE marking.

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

Furnished Accessories

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