The possible results of incorrect use are marked by one of the two symbols—"WARNING" and "CAUTION"—depending on the imminence of the danger and the severity of the damage.
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WARNING: Ignoring these warnings may cause severe injury or death as a result of incorrect operation. |
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CAUTION: Ignoring these cautions may cause moderate injury or property damage as a result of incorrect operation. |
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Congratulations on purchasing your KCX Wireless system from Shure. Shure professional audio products deliver legendary sound quality, stage-proven durability and hassle-free setup. The KCX Wireless System comes with your choice of microphone complete with all the accessories you need. For performers that manage their own sound and desire the freedom of wireless, nothing could be more versatile or easy to operate. Affordable replacement parts and a rugged housing make this an ideal investment for years of confident performance.
KCX4
KCX88
① Power LED light
② Audio Frequency LED light
③ Radio Frequency Diversity lights
④ Balanced output (XLR connector)
⑤ Unbalanced output (6.35mm connector)
⑥ Audio output level (line/mic) switch
⑦ Channel selection dial
⑧ Squelch dial
⑨ Power adapter input
⑩ Antennas
① Power button
② Channel selection dial
③ Audio input level (line/mic) switch
④ Battery compartment
⑤ Transmitter gain dial
⑥ Belt clip
⑦ Mic input (CVL lavalier or PGA31 Headworn)
⑧ Radio Frequency (RF) level switch
⑨ Antenna
⑩ Color ID rings
⑪ Anti-roll ring (PG28 only)
⑫ Power LED light
Plug in the power adapter to turn on the receiver. There is no power switch.
Insert 2 AA batteries into the transmitter. Hold the power button for two seconds to turn on.
Connect the balanced XLR output on the receiver to a MIC or LINE input. Set the LINE MIC switch accordingly.
If there is no XLR input, connect the unbalanced 6.35 mm (1/4 inch) receiver output to a LINE input. Set the LINE MIC switch to LINE.
Set the transmitter and the receiver to the same frequency using the channel dial.
Note: If using a dual system (or more than one single system), assign each input to a different channel within the same group (channels 1-4 or channels A-D). For the JB1 band, there are three groups: channels 1-3, 4-6, and 7-8. This ensures the best signal quality.
The gain dial controls the audio volume sent to the receiver.
This switch sets the RF level of the handheld transmitter. It does not affect the audio volume.
Squelch controls the amount of RF signal that the receiver picks up.
Slide these color rings over the handle of the microphone to identify them. (Sold in a package of six as an optional accessory.)
If you encounter wireless interference or dropouts, try the following suggestions:
Problem | Solution |
No sound |
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Noise from RF interference |
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Audio distortion |
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HI power mode | 75 m (250 ft) (Line of Sight) |
LO power mode | 18 m (60 ft) (Line of Sight) |
50–15000 Hz
<0.5%
90 dB, A-weighted, typical
-10° C (0° F) to 50° C (122° F)
Positive pressure on microphone diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 (with respect to pin 3 of XLR output) and the tip of the 6.35 mm (1/4-inch) output.
[1]Actual range depends on RF signal absorption, reflection and interference[2]Dependent on microphone type[3]Ref. ±48 kHz deviation with 1 kHz tone[4]Battery characteristics may limit this rangeMIC setting | -15 to -7 dBV |
LINE setting | 1 to 9 dBV |
8 dB
MIC setting | 16 kΩ |
LINE setting | 120 kΩ |
10 mW (dependent on applicable country regulations)
108 mm x 64 mm x 19 mm (H x W x D)
90 g (without batteries)
Molded ABS
2 "AA" size alkaline or rechargeable batteries
up to 10 hours
-20 dBV
22 kΩ
HI power mode | 10 mW maximum |
LO power mode | 1 mW maximum |
254 mm x 51 mm dia. (10 x 2in.)
270 g (10.2oz.) (without batteries)
Molded ABS
2 "AA" size alkaline or rechargeable batteries
up to 10 hours (alkaline)
KCX4 | 32 mm x 168 mm x 104.5 mm (H x W x D) |
KCX88 | 32 mm x 256 mm x 104.5 mm (H x W x D) |
KCX4 | 245 g (8.5oz.) |
KCX88 | 381 g 13.5oz.) |
Molded ABS
into 100 kΩ load
XLR connector | -16 dBV |
6.35 mm (1/4") connector | -22 dBV |
XLR connector | 600 Ω |
6.35 mm (1/4") connector | 600 Ω |
-105 dBm for 12 dB SINAD, typical
KCX4 | 12-18 V DC @ 130 mA |
KCX88 | 12-18 V DC @ 220 mA |
Color Rings (6) | WACR |
Single Channel Rack Mount Kit | WASRM |
Dual Channel Rack Mount Kit | WADRM |
Channel Key | 53A14226 |
Microphone Stand Adapter | 95A14227 |
PS24 Power Supply | 95A14220 |
See your local Shure distributor for assistance |
Band | Range ( MHz) |
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P12 | 698–710 |
P14 | 710–726 |
P16 | 726–742 |
Q16 | 742–758 |
Q18 | 758–774 |
R23 | 774–787 |
R25 | 794–806 |
JB1 | 806–810 |
X7 | 925–937.5 |
X9 | 925–932 |
J9 | 558–570 |
NOTE: This Radio equipment is intended for use in musical professional entertainment and similar applications. This Radio 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 microphone products.