General Description

The Shure UA860V is a passive, ground-reference omnidirectional VHF antenna for use with VHF wireless systems.

Features

Greatly improves reception of wireless signal
Omnidirectional dipole reception pattern
Integrated microphone stand adapter
Includes UA8-174-216 antenna, thread adapter, and a 3m (10ft) coaxial antenna cable

Installation

Choose a location for installing the antenna that follows the proper guidelines for cabling and antenna placement.
Connect the provided UA8 antenna to the top plate of the UA860V.
Connect the UA860V to the receiver or antenna distribution system.
Mount the UA860V to a microphone stand. For best performance, keep the antenna upright and the grounding plate horizontal.

UA860V Installation

Cable Maintenance

To maintain top performance for antenna cables:

Avoid sharp bends or kinks in the cables.
Do not deform cables with makeshift clamps, such as bending a nail over the cable.
Do not use in permanent outdoor installations.
Do not expose to extreme moisture.

Selecting Antenna Cables

Use 50 ohm low-loss coaxial cable, such as RG-8U. Shure offers pre-terminated antenna cables ranging from 6 to 100 feet.

Antenna Placement

Use the following guidelines when mounting antennas:

Receivers, amplifiers, and other accessories must be rated for use within the same frequency range as the antenna.
Mount antennas at least one wavelength (1.75 m) apart.
Keep antennas away from metal objects.
Position antennas so there is nothing obstructing a line of sight to the transmitter (including the audience).
Place antennas as close as possible to transmitter, such as to the side of the stage (instead of a front of house location).
For cable runs exceeding 50 feet (15 meters), an in-line amplifier (Shure UA834) might be necessary to compensate for signal loss.

Important: Always perform a "walk around" test to verify coverage before using a wireless system during a speech or performance. Experiment with antenna placement to find the optimum location. If necessary, mark "trouble spots" and ask presenters or performers to avoid those areas.

Find More Information Online

For more information, visit http://www.shure.com

Specifications

RF Frequency Range

174 to 216 MHz

Reception Pattern

Omnidirectional, Dipole

Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR)

referenced to 50 Ω

<2:1

Connector

Female, BNC

Dimensions

284 mm x 39 mmdia.

Net Weight

without cable

275 g (9.72 oz.)

Accessories

Furnished Accessories

10 ft. BNC-BNC Coaxial Cable	PA725
5/8" to 3/8" Thread Adapter	31A1856

Certifications

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: 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: info@shure.de