The Microflex®Advance™ table array is a premium networked tabletop microphone for AV conferencing environments, including boardrooms, huddle rooms, and multi-purpose spaces. Revolutionary technology from the Shure DSP suite includes Steerable Coverage™, with selectable polar patterns on 4 independent channels to capture participant audio. The innovative new toroid polar pattern delivers 360° coverage, while rejecting sound from directly above the microphone. Control the microphone with Shure Designer software, or a browser-based web application. The microphone integrates seamlessly with Dante™ digital networked audio and third-party preset controllers, including Crestron and AMX, to deliver a high-quality AV conferencing experience that appeals equally to integrators, consultants, and meeting participants.
① Dante audio, power, and control
A single network cable delivers 4 discrete audio channels from each microphone onto the Dante network, where they can be routed to any Dante-compatible devices.
② Analog audio (microphone to network)
Analog equipment, such as a wireless microphone system or a gooseneck microphone on a podium, connects to the Dante™ audio network through a Shure Network Interface (model ANI4IN) for a completely networked conferencing system.
③ Far-end audio (network to loudspeakers)
Dante™-enabled loudspeakers and amplifiers connect directly to a network switch. Analog loudspeakers and amplifiers connect through a Shure Network Interface (model ANI4OUT), which converts Dante™ audio channels into analog signals, delivered through 4 discrete XLR or block connector outputs.
④ Device control and Dante audio
A computer running Dante Controller and Shure Designer provides control over the following:
Control:
A computer connected to the network controls the microphone with Shure Designer software. You can remotely control coverage, muting, LED behavior, gain, and network settings.
Audio:
Route audio with Dante™ Controller or Shure Designer software. Dante™ Virtual Soundcard enables audio monitoring and recording directly on the computer.
Each microphone has 4 channels that can be aimed independently, based on the seating arrangement. Each channel features independent polar patterns and additional channel settings. You can control these settings in Shure Designer software or in the device's web application.
Designer software provides increased positioning flexibility over traditional conferencing microphones:
Each channel can capture one or several talkers. In rooms with flexible furniture arrangements, microphones can be moved to cover various seating arrangements as long as they are plugged into the same network.
Note: Settings are saved on each microphone, and are retained when plugged into a different network port. Presets can be recalled and deployed using Designer software, the web application, or an external control system.
With four independent channels and polar patterns, coverage can be customized to match the table shape, size, and seating arrangement. The automatic mixing feature helps reduce extraneous noise (such as typing or paper shuffling) from interfering with speech intelligibility on the far end.
The toroid pattern rejects sound from directly above the microphone to reduce noise from video projectors or other sources of unwanted sound. It is the simplest way to ensure equal coverage among all talkers, while retaining the benefits of the rejection provided by a directional polar pattern. When this pattern is used, the audio is sent over a single channel. Therefore, when automatic mixing is desired, configure the microphone to use multiple directional patterns instead of the toroid pattern.
Noise from a ceiling-mounted projector is rejected, while all talkers are covered.
For a table with a single microphone and more than 4 talkers, the toroid pattern to ensures that all voices are heard equally.
For large tables, a series of microphones captures all talkers. Place the microphones in the center of the table for balanced pickup and accurate aiming. For the best audio quality and clarity, use enough microphones so that each talker has their own channel.
A table with 10 people is covered by 4 microphones, with an independent channel for each person.
For a large table with 2 microphones, place the microphones to cover equally sized areas. Use the Toroid or Omnidirectional setting to cover the entire table.
Designer's Optimize workflow speeds up the process of connecting systems with at least 1 microphone and 1 audio processor. Optimize also creates mute control routes in rooms with MXA network mute buttons. When you select Optimize in a room, Designer does the following:
The settings are optimized for your particular combination of devices. You can customize settings further, but the Optimize workflow gives you a good starting point.
After optimizing a room, you should check and adjust settings to fit your needs. These steps may include:
Compatible devices:
To use the Optimize workflow:
If you remove or add devices, select Optimize again.
Applies to Designer 4.2 and newer.
Before setting up devices, check for firmware updates using Designer to take advantage of new features and improvements. You can also install firmware using Shure Update Utility for most products.
To update:
When updating firmware, update all hardware to the same firmware version to ensure consistent operation.
The firmware of all devices has the form of MAJOR.MINOR.PATCH (e.g., 1.2.14). At a minimum, all devices on the network, must have the same MAJOR and MINOR firmware version numbers (e.g., 1.2.x).
① Cable Exit
Guide the cable under the tabs and through the routing to exit from the side.
② Bottom Cable Exit
Guide the cable under the tabs and through the bottom exit for permanent table installations.
Note: Use the cable plug accessory when the cable is routed through the bottom.
③ Network Port
RJ-45 jack for network connection.
④ Network Status LED (Green)
Off = no network link
On = network link established
Flashing = network link active
⑤ Network Speed LED (Amber)
Off = 10/100 Mbps
On = 1 Gbps
⑥ Reset Button
Use a paperclip or similar tool to push the reset button.
⑦ Mute Buttons
Four touch-sensitive buttons control the mute status for each channel.
⑧ LED Light Ring
Indicates mute status, with configurable color and behavior states.
This device requires PoE to operate. It is compatible with both Class 0 and Class 2 PoE sources.
Power over Ethernet is delivered in one of the following ways:
You can adjust LED light ring settings using Shure Designer software or the device's web application.
In Designer, go to .
In the web application, go to .
| Microphone Status | LED Behavior / Color |
|---|---|
| Active | Green (solid) |
| Mute | Red (solid) |
| Hardware identification | Green (flashing) Device identify: Entire light ring Channel identify: Light ring segment |
| Firmware update in progress | Green (ring fills up, turns off, repeats) |
| Reset |
Network reset: Red (rotates around ring) Factory reset: Blue (rotates around ring) |
| Error | Red (split, alternate flashing). See the device event log for details. |
| Device power-up | Blue (rotates around ring) |
| Cable-exit plug (black) | 65A29429 |
| Cable-exit plug (white) | 65B29429 |
| Cable-exit plug (silver) | 65C29429 |
| Mounting tube wing nut | 65A27351 |
| Mounting tube | 31A2165 |
| Rubber Isolation Ring | 66A405 |
| Nylon cable ties (4) | 80A583 |
Note: If necessary, remove the retaining tabs to install thicker cable. Replace them after the cable is installed.
Optional: use the hole in the wing nut to insert a cable tie for cable management.
The plug covers the cable exit for permanent installations in which the cable is routed down through a table.
You can control this device using Shure Designer software. Designer enables integrators and system planners to design audio coverage for installations using MXA microphones and other Shure networked components.
With Designer, you can:
To access your device in Designer:
Learn more and download at www.shure.com/designer.
The Shure Web Server Discovery application finds all Shure devices on the network that feature a web-based GUI. Follow these steps to install the software and access the web application:
① Install the Shure Discovery application
Download and install the Shure Discovery application from www.shure.com. This automatically installs the required Bonjour device discovery tool on the computer.
② Connect the network
Ensure the computer and the hardware are on the same network.
③ Launch the Discovery application
The app displays all Shure devices that feature a GUI.
④ Identify the hardware
Double-click on a device to open its GUI in a web browser.
⑤ Bookmark the device's web application (recommended)
Bookmark the device's DNS name to access the GUI without the Shure Discovery app.
The web application is compatible with all HTML5-supported browsers. To ensure the best performance, disabling hardware acceleration and unused plug-ins is recommended.
If the Discovery application is not installed, the web application can be accessed by typing the DNS name into an internet browser. The DNS name is derived from model of the unit, in combination with the last three bytes (six digits) of the MAC address, and ending in .local.
Format Example: If the MAC address of a unit is 00:0E:DD:AA:BB:CC, then the link is written as follows:
MXA310: http://MXA310-aabbcc.local
The boundary microphone user interface provides flexible, in-depth control of the microphone to deliver exceptional results for nearly any room. The following control options are quickly accessible through a web browser on a desktop or mobile device:
The microphone features multiple configurations to adapt to any meeting space, based on these variables:
| Pickup Pattern | Directional Characteristic | Use When |
|---|---|---|
 Omnidirectional |
Picks up sound with equal sensitivity from all directions | Participants are likely to move around, or when additional sound sources are located away from the microphone. The omnidirectional pattern performs best in a quiet, controlled environment. Note: Omnidirectional channels are not sent to the automix channel. |
 Toroid |
Picks up sound from the edges of the microphone, while rejecting sounds from directly above it. | Rooms have a higher level of ambient noise, or when noise from above is a concern (a video projector, for example). |
 Bi-directional |
Captures sound on two opposite sides of the microphone in a figure-8 pattern | Two talkers are facing each other, sitting on opposite sides of a table. The bi-directional pattern provides better off-axis rejection than the two talkers setting, but does not allow independent gain adjustment for each talker. |
 One, Two, Three, or Four Talkers |
Each pickup area features independent polar pattern control. Select each polar pattern setting based on the number of talkers in each pickup area and the table size or shape. Available patterns include:
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Maximum noise rejection and channel separation are desired, and when the seating configuration is unlikely to change. This configuration is optimal for use with automixing. |
All pickup patterns (except omnidirectional and toroid) can be aimed directly at individual talkers to provide the clearest possible signal with minimal room ambience. In the Configuration menu, aim the pickup lobes by selecting and dragging the channel. The angle can also be adjusted in 15° increments from the channel properties menu on the right side of the workspace.
To add or remove a channel, go to Configuration.
Removing a channel also deletes any EQ or gain settings applied to that channel.
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:
| save as preset: | Saves settings to the device |
| load preset: | Opens a configuration from the device |
| import from file: | Downloads a preset file from a computer onto the device. Files may be selected through the browser or dragged into the import window. |
| export to file: | Saves a preset file from the device onto a computer |
Use a template as a starting point when configuring coverage. Templates only adjust coverage, and do not affect gain levels or other settings.
Input gain levels on Microflex ®Advance microphones must be set for each saved coverage preset to ensure optimized gain structure for all seating scenarios. Always adjust the levels before making any changes to automix settings to ensure the best performance.
Each of the 4 microphone channels feature independent gain control. This feature is useful when meeting participants are seated at unequal distances from the microphone.
When the microphone is centered on a rectangular table, use the channel gain to balance the levels and compensate for the unequal distances.
There are 2 different gain faders that serve different purposes:
Channel Gain (Pre-Gate)
To adjust, go to Channels. These faders affect a channel's gain before it reaches the automixer and therefore affect the automixer's gating decision. Boosting the gain here will make the lobe more sensitive to sound sources and more likely to gate on. Lowering gain here makes the lobe less sensitive and less likely to gate on. If you're only using direct outputs for each channel without the automixer, you only need to use these faders.
Automix Gain (Post-Gate)
To adjust, go to . These faders adjust a channel's gain after the lobe has gated on. Adjusting the gain here will not affect the automixer's gating decision. Only use these faders to adjust the gain of a talker after you are satisfied with the automixer's gating behavior.
Note: The level meters in only display pre-gate channel gain, but the faders will adjust post-gate channel gain.
Add channels to a Mute group or Fader group to link the corresponding controls together. For example, if channels 1, 2, and 3 are added to a Mute group, muting any of those individual channels will mute all of the grouped channels.
If you’re using Shure Designer software to configure your system, please check the Designer help section for more about this topic.
Identify a channel on the microphone by flashing the corresponding LED. This quickly verifies that level or equalizer adjustments are being made to the intended channel.
To identify the microphone by flashing the light ring, select the Identify button in the device options section.
Light ring properties are configurable to match room or enterprise-wide behavior conventions and aesthetics.
| Brightness | Adjusts the intensity level of the LED light ring |
| Lighting Style |
Segments are divided to show individual channels. Ring is a continuous LED |
| Display Automix Gating | Indicates a channel is off (audio signal has dropped below the gate threshold). When enabled, the lighting style automatically switches to segment mode. Off: LED light ring turns off when a channel gates off Follow mute color:LED light ring switches to assigned mute color when a channel gates off |
| Unmute Behavior | LED activity when the microphone is active |
| Unmute Color | LED color when the microphone is active |
| Mute Behavior | LED activity when the microphone is muted |
| Mute Color | LED color when the microphone is muted |
Maximize audio quality by adjusting the frequency response with the parametric equalizer.
Common equalizer applications:
To turn off all EQ filters, select Bypass all EQ.
If you’re using Shure Designer software to configure your system, please check the Designer help section for more about this topic.
Adjust filter settings by manipulating the icons in the frequency response graph, or by entering numeric values. Disable a filter using the check-box next to the filter.
Filter Type
Only the first and last band have selectable filter types.
Parametric: Attenuates or boosts the signal within a customizable frequency range
Low Cut: Rolls off the audio signal below the selected frequency
Low Shelf: Attenuates or boosts the audio signal below the selected frequency
High Cut: Rolls off the audio signal above the selected frequency
High Shelf: Attenuates or boosts the audio signal above the selected frequency
Frequency
Select the center frequency of the filter to cut/boost
Gain
Adjusts the level for a specific filter (+/- 30 dB)
Q
Adjusts the range of frequencies affected by the filter. As this value increases, the bandwidth becomes thinner.
Width
Adjusts the range of frequencies affected by the filter. The value is represented in octaves.
Note: The Q and width parameters affect the equalization curve in the same way. The only difference is the way the values are represented.
These features make it simple to use effective equalizer settings from a previous installation, or simply accelerate configuration time.
Use to quickly apply the same PEQ setting across multiple channels.
Use to save and load PEQ settings from a file on a computer. This is useful for creating a library of reusable configuration files on computers used for system installation.
Export
Choose a channel to save the PEQ setting, and select Export to file.
Import
Choose a channel to load the PEQ setting, and select Import from file.
Apply Automix EQ to make system-wide changes, such as a treble boost to improve speech clarity. Use Channel EQ to make adjustments to a specific channel. For example, to reduce unwanted noise picked up by only one channel.
Conferencing room acoustics vary based on room size, shape, and construction materials. Use the guidelines in following table.
| EQ Application | Suggested Settings |
|---|---|
| Treble boost for improved speech intelligibility | Add a high shelf filter to boost frequencies greater than 1 kHz by 3-6 dB |
| HVAC noise reduction | Add a low cut filter to attenuate frequencies below 200 Hz |
| Reduce flutter echoes and sibilance | Identify the specific frequency range that "excites" the room:
|
| Reduce hollow, resonant room sound | Identify the specific frequency range that "excites" the room:
|
The low-cut filter rolls off low frequencies to reduce unwanted noise from sources such as table vibrations, HVAC systems, and other environmental noise.
To enable, open the web application and select the low-cut filter button in the device options section.
The microphone has 4 touch-sensitive mute buttons around the edge of the microphone. Pressing any button mutes the entire device. You can mute channels individually using Shure Designer software or the web application. If the Light Ring is set to display Segments, the individual channel mutes are visible on the device. If it is set to Ring, the Light Ring only displays the device mute status.
To adjust button properties in Designer, go to .
To adjust button properties in the web application, go to .
Mute Control Function
Mute Control Mode
Default Toggle State
Determines whether the microphone is muted or active when powered on
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.
In Designer, you can only enable encryption for all devices in a room in live mode: .
To activate encryption in the web application:
Important: For encryption to work:
This channel automatically mixes the audio from all channels to deliver a convenient, single output. The automix channel must be routed in Dante Controller to the desired output.
Note: Automix is disabled when using the toroid polar pattern. Inversely, the toroid pattern cannot be selected when automix is enabled.
To enable automixing and modify settings:
To modify settings from the channels screen:
| Leave Last Mic On | Keeps the most recently used microphone channel active. The purpose of this feature is to keep natural room sound in the signal so that meeting participants on the far end know the audio signal has not been interrupted. |
| Gating Sensitivity | Changes the threshold of the level at which the gate is opened |
| Off Attenuation | Sets the level of signal reduction when a channel is not active |
| Hold Time | Sets the duration for which the channel remains open after the level drops below the gate threshold |
| Maximum Open Channels | Sets the maximum number of simultaneously active channels |
| Priority | When selected, this channel gate activates regardless of the number of maximum open channels. |
| Automix Gain Meter | When enabled, changes gain meters to display automix gating in real time. Channels that gate open will display more gain than channels that are closed (attenuated) in the mix. |
Classic mode emulates the Shure SCM820 automixer (in its default settings). It is renowned for fast-acting, seamless channel gating and consistent perceived ambient sound levels. Off-attenuation in this mode is fixed at -12 dB per channel, regardless of the number of open channels.
In Smooth mode, Off-attenuation settings for each channel are scaled, depending on the number of open channels. The scaled gain structure helps to reduce noise when there is a high channel count. When fewer channels are used, the lower off-attenuation provides transparent gating.
| Number of channels enabled | Off-attenuation (dB) |
| 2 | -3.0 |
| 3 | -4.8 |
| 4 | -6 |
Custom mode provides control over all automixing parameters. This mode is useful when adjustments must be made to one of the preset modes to fit a particular application. If parameters are changed in smooth or classic mode, custom mode automatically activates.
Manual mode sums all active tracks and sends the summed signal over a single Dante output. This provides the option to route the signal for reinforcement or recording, without enabling automixing. The settings from the faders in the standard monitoring view apply to the summed output.
Mute sync ensures that all connected devices in a conferencing system mute or unmute at the same time and at the correct point in the signal path. Mute status is synchronized in the devices using logic signals or USB connections.
To use mute sync, make sure logic is enabled on all devices.
Designer's Optimize workflow configures all necessary mute sync settings for you.
Compatible Shure logic devices:
To turn on mute sync:
Use this setup to mute the P300 by pressing the mute button on the MXA310. In the P300’s signal chain, muting happens after the DSP so that the AEC stays converged.
For help with specific mute sync implementations, see our FAQs.
Dante digital audio is carried over standard Ethernet and operates using standard internet protocols. Dante provides low latency, tight clock synchronization, and high Quality-of-Service (QoS) to provide reliable audio transport to a variety of Dante devices. Dante audio can coexist safely on the same network as IT and control data, or can be configured to use a dedicated network.
Switches and cables determine how well your audio network performs. Use high-quality switches and cables to make your audio network more reliable.
Network switches should have:
Ethernet cables should be:
For more information, see our FAQ about switches to avoid.
This device is compatible with Dante Domain Manager software (DDM). DDM is network management software with user authentication, role-based security, and auditing features for Dante networks and Dante-enabled products.
Considerations for Shure devices controlled by DDM:
See Dante Domain Manager's documentation for more information.
AES67 is a networked audio standard that enables communication between hardware components which use different IP audio technologies. This Shure device supports AES67 for increased compatibility within networked systems for live sound, integrated installations, and broadcast applications.
The following information is critical when transmitting or receiving AES67 signals:
| Shure Device Supports: | Device 2 Supports: | AES67 Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Dante and AES67 | Dante and AES67 | No. Must use Dante. |
| Dante and AES67 | AES67 without Dante. Any other audio networking protocol is acceptable. | Yes |
Separate Dante and AES67 flows can operate simultaneously. The total number of flows is determined by the maximum flow limit of the device.
All AES67 configuration is managed in Dante Controller software. For more information, refer to the Dante Controller user guide.
Third-party devices: When the hardware supports SAP, flows are identified in the routing software that the device uses. Otherwise, to receive an AES67 flow, the AES67 session ID and IP address are required.
Shure devices: The transmitting device must support SAP. In Dante Controller, a transmit device (appears as an IP address) can be routed like any other Dante device.
QoS settings assign priorities to specific data packets on the network, ensuring reliable audio delivery on larger networks with heavy traffic. This feature is available on most managed network switches. Although not required, assigning QoS settings is recommended.
Note: Coordinate changes with the network administrator to avoid disrupting service.
To assign QoS values, open the switch interface and use the following table to assign Dante®-associated queue values.
| Priority | Usage | DSCP Label | Hex | Decimal | Binary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High (4) | Time-critical PTP events | CS7 | 0x38 | 56 | 111000 |
| Medium (3) | Audio, PTP | EF | 0x2E | 46 | 101110 |
| Low (2) | (reserved) | CS1 | 0x08 | 8 | 001000 |
| None (1) | Other traffic | BestEffort | 0x00 | 0 | 000000 |
Note: Switch management may vary by manufacturer and switch type. Consult the manufacturer's product guide for specific configuration details.
For more information on Dante requirements and networking, visit www.audinate.com.
PTP (Precision Time Protocol): Used to synchronize clocks on the network
DSCP (Differentiated Services Code Point): Standardized identification method for data used in layer 3 QoS prioritization
Dante flows get created any time you route audio from one Dante device to another. One Dante flow can contain up to 4 audio channels. For example: sending all 5 available channels from an MXA310 to another device uses 2 Dante flows, because 1 flow can contain up to 4 channels.
Every Dante device has a specific number of transmit flows and receive flows. The number of flows is determined by Dante platform capabilities.
Unicast and multicast transmission settings also affect the number of Dante flows a device can send or receive. Using multicast transmission can help overcome unicast flow limitations.
Shure devices use different Dante platforms:
| Dante Platform | Shure Devices Using Platform | Unicast Transmit Flow Limit | Unicast Receive Flow Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brooklyn II | ULX-D, SCM820, MXWAPT, MXWANI, P300, MXCWAPT | 32 | 32 |
| Brooklyn II (without SRAM) | MXA920, MXA910, MXA710, AD4 | 16 | 16 |
| Ultimo/UltimoX | MXA310, ANI4IN, ANI4OUT, ANIUSB-MATRIX, ANI22, MXN5-C | 2 | 2 |
| DAL | IntelliMix Room | 16 | 16 |
When connecting Shure devices to a network, use the following best practices:
This Shure device uses 2 IP addresses: one for Shure control, and one for Dante audio and control.
To access these settings in Designer, go to .
Configure IP
Sets IP mode of the selected network interface:
IP Settings
View and edit the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway for each network interface.
MAC Address
The network interface's unique identification.
IP configurations are managed in Shure Designer software. By default, they are set to Automatic (DHCP) mode. DHCP mode enables the devices to accept IP settings from a DHCP server, or automatically fall back to Link-Local settings when no DHCP is available. IP addresses may also be manually set.
To configure the IP properties, follow these steps:
To manually assign IP addresses, follow these steps:
Latency is the amount of time for a signal to travel across the system to the outputs of a device. To account for variances in latency time between devices and channels, Dante has a predetermined selection of latency settings. When the same setting is selected, it ensures that all Dante devices on the network are in sync.
These latency values should be used as a starting point. To determine the exact latency to use for your setup, deploy the setup, send Dante audio between your devices, and measure the actual latency in your system using Audinate's Dante Controller software. Then round up to the nearest latency setting available, and use that one.
Use Audinate's Dante Controller software to change latency settings.
| Latency Setting | Maximum Number of Switches |
|---|---|
| 0.25 ms | 3 |
| 0.5 ms (default) | 5 |
| 1 ms | 10 |
| 2 ms | 10+ |
Packet bridge enables an external controller to obtain IP information from the control interface of a Shure device. To access the packet bridge, an external controller must send a query packet over unicast UDP* to port 2203 on the Dante interface of the Shure device.
Note: The maximum accepted payload 140 bytes. Any content is allowed.
| Bytes | Content |
|---|---|
| 0-3 | IP address, as 32-bit unsigned integer in network order |
| 4-7 | Subnet mask, as 32-bit unsigned integer in network order |
| 8-13 | MAC address, as array of 6 bytes |
Note: The Shure device should respond in less than one second on a typical network. If there is no response, try sending the query again after verifying the destination IP address and port number.
*UDP: User Datagram Protocol
The packet bridge does not allow cross-subnet command strings.
| Port | TCP/UDP | Protocol | Description | Factory Default |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | TCP | FTP | Required for firmware updates (otherwise closed) | Closed |
| 22 | TCP | SSH | Secure Shell Interface | Closed |
| 23 | TCP | Telnet | Not supported | Closed |
| 53 | UDP | DNS | Domain Name System | Closed |
| 67 | UDP | DHCP | Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol | Open |
| 68 | UDP | DHCP | Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol | Open |
| 80* | TCP | HTTP | Required to launch embedded web server | Open |
| 443 | TCP | HTTPS | Not supported | Closed |
| 2202 | TCP | ASCII | Required for 3rd party control strings | Open |
| 5353 | UDP | mDNS† | Required for device discovery | Open |
| 5568 | UDP | SDT (multicast)† | Required for inter-device communication | Open |
| 57383 | UDP | SDT (unicast) | Required for inter-device communication | Open |
| 8023 | TCP | Telnet | Debug console interface | Closed |
| 8180 | TCP | HTML | Required for web application (legacy firmware only) | Open |
| 8427 | UDP | SLP (multicast)† | Required for inter-device communication | Open |
| 64000 | TCP | Telnet | Required for Shure firmware update | Open |
*These ports must be open on the PC or control system to access the device through a firewall.
†These protocols require multicast. Ensure multicast has been correctly configured for your network.
See Audinate's website for information about ports and protocols used by Dante audio.
Shure networked conferencing systems are comprised of Microflex Advance microphones and network interfaces, which operate entirely on a Dante network. Additional hardware, including network switches, computers, loudspeakers, and audio processors are described in the hardware component index.
Shure components shown in this diagram:
Microflex Advance Microphones
The MXA910 and MXA310 are equipped with Dante outputs, and connect directly to a network switch.
Audio Network Interfaces
The interfaces are used to connect analog devices such as loudspeakers and analog microphones to the network.
ANI4IN: Converts 4 analog signals (separate XLR and block connector models available) into Dante digital audio signals.
ANI4OUT: Converts 4 channels of Dante audio from the network into analog signals.
This diagram shows the entire signal path through a networked conference system. Signals from the near end and far end are exchanged through an audio processor connected to a phone system, or through a computer connected to the internet. Analog microphones connect to the network through the Shure ANI4IN, while loudspeakers connect through the Shure ANI4OUT.
This diagram shows Microflex Advance components in context, with two rooms communicating through video codecs.
Audio and hardware settings are managed through a computer connected to the same network.
Each Microflex Advance component has a web application which provides mixing and configuration tools to optimize sound quality.
Analog devices that are connected to the network through a Shure network interface (ANI4IN/ANI4OUT) benefit from additional remote control: Volume levels, equalization, and signal routing are managed through the web application. For example, adjusting loudspeaker volume or muting a wired microphone, which would normally be done from the hardware, can now be controlled remotely over the network.
You can manage signal routing with Dante Controller or Shure Designer software.
These use cases will help you understand how Shure devices fit in conference rooms, huddle rooms, and multipurpose spaces.
Each diagram includes:
All Shure devices included in these use cases require Power over Ethernet (PoE, class 0). Refer to the Dante and Networking section for additional information on cable and network switch requirements.
① Array microphone to Shure MXWANI
Connect the microphone output to port 1 on the MXWANI with a network cable. Port 1 provides the necessary Power over Ethernet (PoE).
② Computer to Shure MWXANI
Connect a computer to the ANI on port 2 or 3 with a network cable to provide control of the array microphone and other networked components.
③ Shure ANI analog outputs to audio processor
Step 1: Route signals with Dante Controller software
Route the channels from the microphone (Dante transmitter) to the MXWANI channels (Dante receiver). This establishes the discrete channels to deliver through the analog outputs.
Step 2: Connect the MXWANI outputs to the processing device inputs
Block connector outputs on the MXWANI send balanced audio signals to the inputs on the processing device, which provides digital signal processing (such as acoustic echo cancellation).
④ Connection to far end
Connect the audio processor to a VOIP server or telephone line to send and receive audio between the near end and far end.
⑤ Audio from far end to amplifier
Route the far-end audio through the audio processor output to an amplifier.
⑥ Amplified audio signal to loudspeakers
Connect the loudspeakers to the amplifier to hear the audio from the far end.
① Array microphone to network switch
Connect the microphone output with a network cable to any port on the switch that supplies Power over Ethernet (PoE).
② Computer to network switch
Connect a computer to the network switch to provide control of the microphone and other networked components.
③ Network switch to Dante audio processor
Connect the Dante audio processor to the network switch to provide:
④ Connection to far end
Connect the output from the audio processor to a VOIP server or telephone line to deliver audio between the near end and far end.
⑤ Audio from far end to amplifier
Route the far end audio through the audio processor output to an amplifier.
⑥ Amplified audio signal to loudspeakers
Connect the loudspeakers to the amplifier to deliver the audio from the far end.
In this scenario, two MXA310 microphones are used for a total of 8 Dante audio channels. Using two network interfaces, the Dante channels are converted to analog signals for acoustic echo cancellation.
① Microphone to network switch
Connect the array microphone output with a network cable to any port on the switch that supplies power over ethernet (PoE).
② Computer to network switch
Connect a computer to the network switch to provide control of the microphone and other networked components through the software control panel.
③ ANI4OUT (digital-to-analog conversion)
From the network switch: Use network cables to connect each ANI4OUT to the network switch. A single ANI4OUT receives 4 channels of Dante audio, and converts them to 4 analog signals, delivered through XLR outputs or block connectors. Using two of them, all 8 channels from the microphones can be connected to analog inputs on an audio processing device.
To a processing device: Route the ANI4OUT outputs to the processing device inputs to provide digital signal processing (acoustic echo cancellation).
④ Connection to far end
Connect the output from the audio processor to a VOIP server or telephone line to deliver audio between the near end and far end.
⑤ Audio from far end to amplifier
Route the far end audio through the audio processor output to an amplifier.
⑥ Amplified audio signal to loudspeakers
Connect the loudspeakers to the amplifier to deliver the audio from the far end
① Microphone to network switch
Connect the microphone output with a network cable to any port on the switch that supplies Power over Ethernet (PoE).
② Computer to network switch
Connect a computer to the network switch to provide control of the microphone and other networked components through the software control panel. The computer also runs Dante Virtual Soundcard, Dante Controller, and the web conferencing software.
③ Network switch to ANI4OUT
Use network cables to connect each ANI4OUT to the network switch. Each interface receives 4 channels of Dante audio, and converts them to 4 analog signals, delivered through XLR outputs or block connectors.
④ Audio from far end to amplifier
Route the far-end audio to an amplifier.
⑤ Amplified audio signal to loudspeakers
Connect the loudspeakers to the amplifier to deliver the audio from the far end.
① Microphone to network switch
Connect the microphone output with a network cable to any port on the switch that supplies power over Ethernet (PoE).
② Computer to network switch
Connect a computer to the network switch to provide control of the microphone and other networked components through the software control panel.
③ ANI4OUT (digital-to-analog conversion)
Each ANI4OUT receives 4 channels of Dante audio, and converts them to 4 analog signals, delivered through XLR outputs or block connectors.
Input: Connect the ANI4OUT to the network switch with a network cable
Ouput: Connect the analog output to the audio input on the video codec
④ Video codec connection to far end
Connect the codec to the appropriate network to connect with the far end.
⑤ Audio from far end to amplifier
Route the far end audio through the video codec audio output to an amplifier.
⑥ Amplified audio signal to loudspeakers
Connect the loudspeakers to the amplifier to deliver the audio from the far end.
This device receives logic commands over the network. Many parameters controlled through Designer can be controlled using a third-party control system, using the appropriate command string.
Common applications:
A complete list of command strings is available at:
The reset button is located inside a small hole in the lower half of the microphone. Use a paperclip or other small tool to press the button.
There are 2 reset functions:
Network reset (press button for 4-8 seconds)
Resets all Shure control and audio network IP settings to factory defaults. Red LED rotates around ring.
Full factory reset (press button for longer than 8 seconds)
Restores all network and web application settings to the factory defaults. Blue LED rotates around ring.
To simply revert settings without a complete hardware reset, use one of the following options:
Reboot Device (): Power-cycles the device as if it were unplugged from the network. All settings are retained when the device is rebooted.
Default Settings (): Restores audio settings back to factory settings (excluding device name, IP settings, and passwords).
| Problem | Solution |
|---|---|
| Software lags in Google Chrome browser | Problem is browser-related. Turn off hardware acceleration option in Chrome. |
| Sound quality is muffled or hollow |
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| Microphone does not show up in device discovery |
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| Audio is not present or is quiet/distorted |
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| No lights | Check if No Lights Mode is enabled, or if any Light Ring settings are turned off. |
| Automixing is disabled or is missing a channel |
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| Microphone does not power on |
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All channels independently adjustable
Cardioid, Hypercardioid, Supercardioid, Toroid, Omnidirectional, Bidirectional
RJ45
Power over Ethernet (PoE), Class 0
4W, maximum
362 g (0.8 lbs)
H x W x D
3.6 x 13.4 x 13.4 cm ( 1.4 x 5.3 x 5.3 in.)
HTML5 Browser-based
−6.7°C (20°F) to 40°C (104°F)
−29°C (-20°F) to 74°C (165°F)
100 to 20,000 Hz
| Channel Count | 5 total channels ( 4 independent transmit channels, 1 Automatic mixing transmit channel) |
| Sampling Rate | 48 kHz |
| Bit Depth | 24 |
at 1 kHz, , -15 dB Gain Setting
-21 dBFS/Pa
1 kHz at 1% THD, -15 dB Gain Setting
115.2 dB SPL
Ref. 94 dB SPL at 1 kHz, -15 dB Gain Setting
| Cardioid | 75 dB |
| Toroid | 67 dB |
Not including Dante latency
<1 ms
-15 dB Gain Setting
| Cardioid | 19.2 dB SPL-A |
| Toroid | 26.8 dB SPL-A |
-15 dB Gain Setting
| Cardioid | 96 dB |
| Toroid | 90 dB SPL |
| Per Channel | Equalizer (4-band Parametric) , Mute, Gain ( 140 dB range) |
| System | Automatic mixing, Low-Cut Filter ( -12 dB/octave @ 150 Hz) |
Cat 5e or higher (shielded cable recommended)
Frequency response measured from a distance of 2 feet (61 cm).
Hypercardioid
Supercardioid
Toroid
Omnidirectional
Cardioid
Bidirectional
| Flush mounting tray kit (aluminum) | A310AL-FM |
| Flush mounting tray kit (black) | A310B-FM |
The equipment is intended to be used in professional audio applications.
Note: This device is not intended to be connected directly to a public internet network.
EMC conformance to Environment E2: Commercial and Light Industrial. Testing is based on the use of supplied and recommended cable types. The use of other than shielded (screened) cable types may degrade EMC performance.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Shure Incorporated could void your authority to operate this equipment.
Industry Canada ICES-003 Compliance Label: CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
Authorized under the verification provision of FCC Part 15B.
Please follow your regional recycling scheme for batteries, packaging, and electronic waste.
Dante is a registered trademark of Audinate Pty Ltd.
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. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer's instruction manual, may cause interference with radio and television reception.
Notice: The FCC regulations provide that changes or modifications not expressly approved by Shure Incorporated could void your authority to operate this equipment.
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 complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
The CE Declaration of Conformity can be obtained from: www.shure.com/europe/compliance
Authorized European representative:
Shure Europe GmbH
Global Compliance
Jakob-Dieffenbacher-Str. 12
75031 Eppingen, Germany
Phone: +49-7262-92 49 0
Email: info@shure.de
www.shure.com
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
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