Product Overview
The Shure QLXD14/85 is a digital wireless lavalier microphone system that's part of Shure's QLX-D line of digital wireless systems. QLX-D systems deliver streamlined performance with transparent 24-bit digital audio. Combining professional features with simplified setup and operation, these systems are ideal for mid-size events and installations in businesses, hotels, government offices, schools, houses of worship, and live performance spaces. With an improved presence response promoting clear, intelligible vocal reproduction, the WL-185 lavalier's cardioid pattern is perfect for speakers, presenters, and performers in applications where surrounding noise is moderate. Featuring an innovative 90° rotatable tie clip for precise positioning, the microphone offers flexible placement options and comes with a snap-fit windscreen, single tie clip, and zippered bag for easy storage and transport.
Shure QLXD14/85-G50 Includes:
- 1 QLXD1 Bodypack Transmitter
- 1 QLXD4 Receiver
- 1 WL-85 Lavalier microphone
- 2 AA Batteries
- 2 Half-Wave Antennas
- 2 BNC Cables
- 2 BNC Bulkhead Adapters
- Zipper Bag
- Rackmount Kit
- User Guide
Shure QLXD14/85-G50 Features:
- Transparent 24-bit digital audio captures every performance detail
- Extended 20 Hz - 20 kHz frequency range (microphone-dependent)
- Over 120dB of dynamic range eliminates transmitter gain adjustment
- Wide 64 MHz tuning bandwidth (region-dependent)
- Up to 17 compatible systems per 6 MHz TV channel
- Compatible with Shure Wireless Workbench Control Software
- Remote control from an iOS device via ShurePlus Channels Mobile App
- AES-256 encryption for secure wireless transmission
- Professional-grade all-metal construction
- Subminiature lavalier design; ideal size for theater, television, broadcasting, video, film, and sound reinforcement
- Small, inconspicuous mounting hardware
- Professional low-profile lavalier condenser microphones
- Cardioid (WL185m), Supercardioid (WL184m), and Omnidirectional (WL183m) polar pattern options
- 8 mm shorter than original WL18X series
- Higher dynamic range with improved max SPL, self-noise, and general sound quality when compared to original WL18X series
Shure QLXD14/85-G50 Specifications:
- RF Carrier Range: 470–937.5MHz, varies by region
- Working Range: 100 m (328 ft)
- Note: Actual range depends on RF signal absorption, reflection and interference.
- RF Tuning Step Size: 25 kHz, varies by region
- Image Rejection: > 70 dB, typical
- RF Sensitivity: -97 dBm at 10-5 BER
- Latency: < 2.9 ms
- Audio Frequency Response QLXD1: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+/-1 dB, Note: Dependent on microphone type)
- Audio Dynamic Range (System Gain @ +10): > 120 dB, A-weighted, typical
- Total Harmonic Distortion (-12 dBFS input, System Gain @ +10): < 0.1%
- System Audio Polarity: 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.
- Operating Temperature Range: -18°C (0°F) to 50°C (122°F)
- Note: Battery characteristics may limit this range.
- Storage Temperature Range: -29°C (-20°F) to 74°C (165°F)
- Note: Battery characteristics may limit this range.
- QLXD1 Bodypack Transmitter
- Mic Offset Range: 0 to 21 dB (in 3 dB steps)
- Battery Type: Shure SB900 Rechargeable Li-Ion or AA batteries 1.5 V
- Battery Runtime @ 10 mW: Shure SB900: up to 10 hours; Alkaline: up to 9 hours
- Dimensions (HxWxD): 3.38" × 2.57" × 0.92" (86 mm × 65 mm × 23 mm)
- Weight: 4.9 oz. (138 g, without batteries)
- Housing: Cast aluminum
- Audio Input:
- Connector: 4-pin male mini connector (TA4M)
- Configuration: Unbalanced
- Impedance: 1 Megohm
- Maximum Input Level (1 kHz at 1% THD): 8.5 dBV (7.5 Vpp)
- Preamplifier Equivalent Input Noise (EIN)(System Gain Setting = +20): -120 dBV, A-weighted, typical
- RF Output:
- Connector: SMA
- Antenna Type: 1/4 wave
- Impedance: 50 Ohms
- Occupied Bandwidth: < 200 kHz
- Modulation Type: Shure proprietary digital
- Power: 1 mW or 10 mW
- QLXD4 Receiver:
- Dimensions (H×W×D): 1.63" × 7.75" × 5.94" (41mm × 197mm × 151mm)
- Weight: 1.71 lbs (777 g, without antennas)
- Housing: Steel
- Power requirements: 12 V DC @ 0.4 A, supplied by external power supply (tip positive)
- RF Input:
- Spurious Rejection: >80 dB, typical
- Connector Type: BNC
- Impedance: 50 Ohms
- Audio Output:
- Gain Adjustment Range: -18 to +42 dB in 1 dB steps
- Configuration:
- 1/4" (6.35 mm): Impedance balanced(Tip=audio, Ring=no audio, Sleeve=ground)
- XLR: Balanced (1=ground, 2=audio +, 3=audio-)
- Impedance:
- 1/4" (6.35 mm): 100 Ohms (50 Ohms Unbalanced)
- XLR: 100 Ohms
- Full-Scale Output:
- 1/4" (6.35 mm): +12 dBV
- XLR: LINE setting = +18 dBV, MIC setting = -12 dBV
- Mic/Line Switch: 30 dB pad
- Phantom Power Protection:
- 1/4" (6.35 mm): Yes
- XLR: Yes
- Networking
- Network Interface: Single Port Ethernet 10/100 Mbps
- Network Addressing Capability: DHCP or Manual IP address
- Maximum Ethernet Cable Length: 328 ft (100 m)
- WL-185
- Frequency Response: 50 to 17,000 Hz
- Output Impedance: 1800 Ω
- Sensitivity: -45.5 dBV/Pa
- Maximum SPL: 130.5 dB SPL
- Self Noise (A-Weighted): 28.0 dB SPL
- Polarity: Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 3 with respect to pin 1
- Power Requirements: Regulated nominal +5 Vdc (1.5 Vdc to 10 Vdc) provided at microphone connector pin 2 relative to pin 1 of a Shure wireless microphone transmitter [1] 1 Pa = 94 dB SPL
