SHURE AD4Q

SHURE AD4Q

AD4Q Four-Channel Digital Wireless Receiver
Compatible with all AD series and ADX series transmitters.
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Product Code:AD4QA
Axient Digital offers dual and quad receiver options that open the door to a full range of features, from high-performance RF to transparent digital audio.

The AD4Q Four-Channel Digital Receiver sets a new standard in spectral efficiency. Groundbreaking performance features include wide tuning, low latency, High Density (HD) mode, and Quadversity, ensuring solid performance in the most challenging RF environments. Networked control, AES3 + AES67 + Dante™ output, and signal routing options bring a new level of management and flexibility to your entire workflow.

Note: When purchasing separate wireless components, please match their frequency bands to ensure proper system operation.

 

FEATURES

  • Works with Axient® Digital Wireless Systems
  • Features Quadversity™ mode for extended antenna coverage, switchable XLR and AES3 outputs, and all capabilities of the AD4D Two-Channel Digital Receiver
  • Available with or without accessories
  • Wide tuning range up to 184 MHz
  • True digital diversity reception per channel for drop-out resistance
  • Networked control with Wireless Workbench® software and ShurePlus™ Channels iOS app
  • Quadversity mode for extended antenna coverage and improved RF signal-to-noise
  • Front panel headphone jack enables Dante™ Cue and Dante™ Browse monitoring
  • Configurable Ethernet switch for redundant Dante or AES67 digital output
  • Switchable XLR and AES3 outputs
  • Channel Quality meter displays RF signal-to-noise
  • Locking AC connectors
  • DC module version available to support redundant power
Application: TV/Film & ENG, Field & Event Production, Theater
Environments: Auditorium, Lecture Hall, Live Performance, Place of worship, Rehearsal Space, Stadium, Stage & Event, Theater Stage

System Specifications

  • RF Carrier Frequency Range: 470–960 MHz, varies by region (See frequency table)
  • Working Range: 100 m ( 330 ft)
  • RF Tuning Step Size: 25 kHz, varies by region
  • Channel-to-Channel Spacing

Standard Mode

350 kHz

High Density Mode

125 kHz

  • Image Rejection: >70 dB, typical
  • RF Sensitivity: −98 dBm at 10-5 BER
  • Latency Analog Output

STD

2.08 ms

HD

2.96 ms

  • Audio Frequency Response

AD1

20 – 20 kHz (±1 dB)

AD2

Note: Dependent on microphone type

  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Dynamic Range) typical, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, receiver gain setting = -12 dB

 

A-Weighted

Unweighted

XLR Line Output

120 dB

117 dB

Digital (AES3/Dante)

130 dB

126 dB

  • Total Harmonic Distortion (-6 dBFS, 1 kHz, System Gain @ +10): <0.0 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)
  • Storage Temperature Range: -29°C (-20°F) to 65°C (149°F)
 

AD4Q

  • Dimensions (H × W × D): 1.7 × 19.0 × 13.1 in (44 × 483 × 333 mm)
  • Weight: 10.6 lb (4.8 kg)
  • Housing: Steel; extruded aluminum
  • Power Requirements: 100 to 240 VAC, 50–60 Hz | 0.68 A max
  • Thermal Dissipation: Maximum: 31 W (106 BTU/hr | Idle: 21 W (72 BTU/hr)
 
AUDIO OUTPUT
  • Gain Adjustment Range: –18 to +42 dB in 1 dB steps (plus Mute setting)
  • Configuration:
- 1/4" (6.35 mm): Transformer-coupled Balanced (Tip=audio, Ring=no audio, Sleeve=ground)
- XLR: Transformer-Coupled Balanced (1=ground, 2=audio +, 3=audio –)
  • Impedance (Typical, XLR Line Out): 100 Ω
  • Full Scale Output (200 kΩ load):
- 1/4" (6.35 mm): +8 dBV
- XLR (LINE setting): +18 dBV
- XLR (MIC setting): –12 dBV
  • Mic/Line Switch: 30 dB pad
  • Phantom Power Protection: Yes
 
NETWORKING
  • Network Interface: 10/100 Mbps, 1 Gbps, Dante Digital Audio
  • Network Addressing Capability: DHCP or Manual IP address
  • Maximum Cable Length: 100 m (328 ft)
 
CASCADE OUTPUT
  • Connector Type: BMC
  • Configuration: Unbalanced, passive
  • Impedance: 50 Ω
  • Insertion Loss: 0 dB, typical
 
RF INPUT
  • Spurious Rejection: >80 dB, typical
  • Connector Type: BNC
  • Impedance: 50 Ω
  • Bias Voltage: 12-13.5 VDC, 150 mA maximium, per antenna, switchable on/off