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What is the frequency range of the SLXD14/85 Single-Channel Digital Wireless System?

The SLXD14/85 Single-Channel Digital Wireless System operates in the G58: 470-514MHz frequency range.

What is included in the SLXD14/85 Single-Channel Digital Wireless System package?

The package includes the SLXD1 Digital Wireless Bodypack Transmitter, the SLXD4 Digital Wireless Receiver, and the WL185 Lavalier Microphone.

What is the battery life of the SLXD14/85 Single-Channel Digital Wireless System?

The system offers up to 8 hours of use from either 2 AA batteries or optional Shure SB903 rechargeable battery.

What applications is the SLXD14/85 Single-Channel Digital Wireless System suitable for?

The system is suitable for a variety of applications, including live performances, recording studios, broadcasting, educational presentations, and any other application requiring wireless audio transmission.

What kind of microphone is included with the SLXD14/85 Single-Channel Digital Wireless System?

The system includes the WL185 Lavalier Microphone, a cardioid lavalier microphone recommended for general-purpose sound reinforcement applications requiring good rejection of ambient noise.

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Shure SLXD14/85 Specifications

System: RF

System: RF

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  • RF Carrier Frequency Range

    470-514MHz

  • Working Range

    328' (100m)

  • RF Tuning Step Size

    25 kHz

  • Image Rejection

    >70 dB (typical)

  • RF Sensitivity

    -97 dBm at 10-5 BER

System: Audio

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  • Latency

    3.2 ms

  • Audio Frequency Response

    20 Hz-20 kHz (+1, -2 dB)

  • Audio Dynamic Range

    120 dB @1% THDA (weighted, typical)

  • Total Harmonic Distortion

    <0.02%

  • System Audio Polarity

    XLR: Positive pressure on microphone diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3 of XLR output.
    TRS: Postiive pressure on microphone diaphragm produces positive voltage on the tip of the 6.35 mm (1/4-inch) with respect to the ring of the 6.35 mm output.

  • Mic Offset Range

    0 to 21 dB (in 3 dB steps)

System: Temperature Range

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  • Operating Temperature Range

    0 Degree F to 122 Degree F (-18 Degree C to 50 Degree C)

  • Storage Temperature Range

    -20 Degree F to 165 Degree F (-29 Degree C to 74 Degree C)

SLXD1 Transmitter: Audio Input

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  • Connector

    4-Pin male mini connector (TA4M)

  • Configuration

    Unbalanced

  • Impedance

    1 M Ohm

  • Maximum Input Level

    8.2 dBV (2.57 Vrms, 7.27 Vpp)

  • Preamplifier Equivalent Input Noise

    -118 dBV (EIN)

SLXD1 Transmitter: RF Output

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  • Antenna Type

    1/4 Wave

  • Occupied Bandwidth

    <200 kHz

  • Modulation Type

    Shure Propietary Digital

  • Power

    1 mW/10 mW

SLXD1 Transmitter: General

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  • Battery Type

    Rechargeable Li-Ion or 1.5 V AA batteries

  • Housing

    PC/ABS

  • Dimensions (H x W x D)

    3.86 x 2.68 x 1.0" (98 x 68 x 25.5mm)

  • Weight

    3.1 oz (89g)

SLXD4 Receiver: RF Input

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  • Spurious Rejection

    >75 dB Typical

  • Connector Type

    BNC

  • Impedance

    50 Ohm

SLXD4 Receiver: Audio Output

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  • Gain Adjustment Range

    -18 to +42 dB in 1 dB steps

  • Configuration

    1/4" (6.35 mm): Balanced (Tip=audio +, Ring=audio -, Sleeve=ground)
    XLR: Balanced (1=ground, 2=audio +, 3=audio -)

  • Impedance

    1/4" (6.35 mm): 1.3 k Ohm (670 Ohm Unbalanced)
    XLR (line): 400 Ohm (200 Ohm Unbalanced)
    XLR (mic): 150 Ohm

  • Full Scale Output

    1/4" (6.35 mm): +15 dBV differentially (+9 dBV single)

    XLR (LINE setting): +15 dBV
    XLR (MIC setting): -15 dBV

  • Mic/Line Switch

    30 dB pad

  • Phantom Power Protection

    1/4" (6.35 mm): Yes
    XLR: Yes

SLXD4 Receiver: Networking

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  • Network Interface

    Single Port Ethernet 10/100 Mbps

  • Network Addressing Capability

    DHCP or Manual IP address

  • Maximum Cable Length

    328' (100m)

SLXD4 Receiver: General

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  • Housing

    Galvanized Steel

  • Power Requirements

    15 VDC @ 600 mA Supplied by external power supply (tip positive)

  • Dimensions (H x W x D)

    1.65 x 7.76 x 5.98" (42 x 197 x 152mm)

  • Weight

    1.8 lbs (816g) without antennas

WL185 Microphone

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  • Transducer

    Electret Condenser

  • Polar Pattern

    Cardioid

  • Frequency Response

    50 to 17000 Hz

  • Dynamic Range (Typical)

    102.5 dB

  • Sensitivity (1 Pa = 94 dB SPL)

    -45.5 dBV/Pa

  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio

    Output Noise: 28.0 dB SPL

  • Maximum Input Sound Level

    130.5 dB SPL

  • 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.

  • Output Impedance

    1800 ohms

  • Output Connectors

    TA4-Female

  • Pad

    No

  • Low Frequency Roll-Off

    No

  • Cable Length

    4' (1.2m)

About Shure SLXD14/85

Enhance your audio performance with the SLXD14/85 Single-Channel Digital Wireless System with WL185 Lavalier Microphone, operating in the G58: 470-514MHz frequency range. This advanced system, designed by the reputable brand Shure, is built to deliver professional, high-quality sound, making it an ideal choice for a variety of applications, from live performances and recording studios to broadcasting and educational presentations.

The SLXD14/85 system is engineered for clear, uninterrupted audio transmission. It offers crystal-clear digital audio quality with an impressive >120 dB dynamic range, ensuring your audience experiences every nuance of sound. With its digital predictive switching diversity, this system maintains stable signals, providing rock-solid, reliable performance.

The system includes the SLXD1 Digital Wireless Bodypack Transmitter, which delivers transparent, 24-bit digital audio and boasts an extended 20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency range. It features easy pairing with receivers over scan and IR sync, and offers up to 8 hours of use from either 2 AA batteries or optional Shure SB903 rechargeable battery. The TQG connectivity offers a variety of microphone options, ensuring the right solution for your specific needs.

The SLXD4 Digital Wireless Receiver, part of the system, syncs effortlessly with wireless transmitters. It offers a rugged metal construction for durability, and like the transmitter, it features an extended 20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency range and a 120 dB dynamic range.

The package also includes the WL185 Lavalier Microphone, a cardioid lavalier microphone recommended for general-purpose sound reinforcement applications requiring good rejection of ambient noise. It comes with a 1.2-meter cable terminated with a miniature 4-pin mini connector, a rotatable tie-clip for placement flexibility, and a snap-fit foam windscreen that controls breath noise and stays on securely.

With the SLXD14/85 Single-Channel Digital Wireless System with WL185 Lavalier Microphone, you can confidently deliver your performance, knowing that your audio transmission is in the hands of a reliable, high-quality, and advanced system.

Shure SLXD14/85 Features

  • Extended 20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency range (microphone dependent)
  • 120 dB dynamic range
  • Digital predictive switching diversity
  • 44 MHz tuning bandwidth (region dependent)
  • 32 available channels per frequency band (region dependent)
  • Up to 10 compatible systems per 6MHz TV band; 12 systems per 8 MHz band
  • Easy pairing of transmitters and receivers over IR scan and sync
  • Up to 8 hours from 2 AA batteries or optional Shure SB903 rechargeable battery

Product Documents

User Manual

Key Features

  • Professional-grade SLXD14/85 Single-Channel Digital Wireless System with WL185 Lavalier Microphone
  • Operates in the G58: 470-514MHz frequency range for clear, interference-free audio transmission
  • Includes SLXD1 Digital Wireless Bodypack Transmitter with extended 20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency range
  • Features SLXD4 Digital Wireless Receiver with rugged metal construction for durability

What's in the box:

  • SLXD1 Digital Wireless Bodypack Transmitter
  • SLXD4 Digital Wireless Receiver
  • WL185 Lavalier Microphone
  • 2x AA Batteries
  • Clothing Clip
  • Windscreen
  • Shure 2 Year Limited Warranty