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SHURE ANX4
Scalable Wireless Receiver for Axient® Digital and ULX-D® Systems
The ultimate high-tier, high channel count wireless receiver, Shure ANX4 receives up to 16 channels of Shure Axient Digital or 24 channels of Shure ULX-D wireless audio in a single rack space. Delivering maximum flexibility, ANX4 does not ship preconfigured with active wireless channels, allowing you the opportunity to purchase channels in single- and four-channel increments and activate the exact number of channels you need. Licenses can be activated in one ANX4 and later removed and activated in a different ANX4 as needs change. ANX4 channel licenses can be purchased through the same authorized suppliers ANX4 hardware units are sold (or at Shure.com/anx4) and managed via your ShureCloud user account. All the exceptional features found in award-winning Axient Digital and ULX-D receivers that have made them standards on stages, in facilities, on tour, and on location throughout the world are available in the ANX4**. Whether you operate ANX4 in Axient Digital or ULX-D transmission mode, ANX4 maximizes your budget, rack space, and rack weight in delivering large wireless audio channel counts in a single rack design. What’s more, this 1RU format also enables streamlined antenna configurations for large channel count environments. *ANX4 receiver does not ship preconfigured with active wireless channels. Channel licenses are sold separately and required for operation. **System features are dependent upon activated transmission mode: Axient Digital or ULX-D (ANX4 does not support both systems at one time).
Brand: Shure
Product Code:ANX4
Maximize channel count. Minimize space.
- Scalable Wireless Receiver for use with Axient Digital and ULX-D wireless systems
- Receives up to 16 channels of Axient Digital or 24 channels of ULX-D in a single rack space
- Channel licenses are available in single- and four-channel options (sold separately)*
- Purchased channel licenses can be activated in one ANX4 and later removed and activated in another ANX4, as needed, conveniently via ShureCloud user account
- Wide tuning range covers 174 MHz to 2 GHz, covering all Axient Digital and ULX-D options (except for the ULX-D 902 MHz band)
- All Axient Digital or ULX-D features included**
- Large, 6.6-inch front panel color display
- Five-segment Channel Quality meter displays RF signal-to-noise
- ¼-inch front-panel headphone connector for monitoring with Dante Browse (for both Axient Digital and ULX-D)
- Streamlined and cost-saving antenna setup for large-scale wireless deployment scenarios
- 4 x Ethernet ports for network control and Dante/AES67 digital output options
- 4 x coaxial RF antenna input connectors support multiple frequency bands and provides greater coverage for complex setups
- Networked control with Shure Wireless Workbench® for extended and enhanced RF monitoring and management
- DC module version available to support redundant power
*ANX4 receiver does not ship preconfigured with active wireless channels. Channel licenses are sold separately and required for operation.
**System features are dependent upon activated transmission mode: Axient Digital or ULX-D (ANX4 does not support both systems at one time).
Your choice of up to 16 channels of Shure Axient Digital or 24 channels of Shure ULX-D wireless audio in a single rack space**. Sold separately, ANX4 channel licenses are purchased through the same authorized suppliers ANX4 hardware units are sold (or at Shure.com/anx4) and managed via your ShureCloud user account*. Once purchased, ANX4 channel licenses can be activated in one ANX4 and later removed and activated in a different ANX4. This is especially beneficial for users who own multiple ANX4 units serving various needs that change over time. Shure ANX4 delivers innovative, space-saving hardware, award-winning wireless audio features, and the ability to scale to the number of wireless channels your project demands.
*ANX4 receiver does not ship preconfigured with active wireless channels. Channel licenses are sold separately and required for operation.
**System features are dependent upon activated transmission mode: Axient Digital or ULX-D (ANX4 does not support both systems at one time).
How It Works
Shure ANX4 receives up to 16 channels of Shure Axient Digital or 24 channels of Shure ULX-D wireless audio in a single rack space. Delivering maximum flexibility, ANX4 does not ship preconfigured with active wireless channels. Simply choose the number of channels you need, purchase channel licenses and activate them in your ANX4. What’s more, ANX4 channel licenses can be activated in one ANX4 and later removed and activated in a different ANX4 via your ShureCloud account. Shure ANX4. Scalable wireless audio that meets your needs.
Quality That’s In The Detail
- Receives up to 16 channels of Axient Digital or 24 channels of ULX-D in a single rack space
- Single- and four-channel digital licenses sold separately and managed via ShureCloud accounts*
- Purchased channel licenses can be activated in one ANX4 and later removed and activated in another ANX4, as needed, conveniently via your ShureCloud account
- All Axient Digital or ULX-D features included**
- Streamlined and cost-saving antenna setup for large-scale wireless deployment
*ANX4 receiver does not ship preconfigured with active wireless channels. Channel licenses are sold separately and required for operation.
**System features are dependent upon activated transmission mode: Axient Digital or ULX-D (ANX4 does not support both systems at one time).
Why It’s Better
Axient Digital or ULX-D. You Choose.
Axient Digital and ULX-D are award-winning, feature-rich wireless audio platforms. With an ANX4 scalable wireless receiver, you choose which of the two you work with (one or the other, not both at the same time). Your ANX4 receiver can work with Axient Digital transmitters this week and ULX-D transmitters next. Manage and operate your Shure ANX4 scalable wireless receiver as your project needs change or set it and leave it as is. The choice is yours.
Scalable Wireless. Purchase Channels and Activate as Needed.
Shure ANX4 does not ship preconfigured with active wireless channels. Purchase licenses in single- and four-channel increments and activate the exact number of channels you need for your project. Own more than one ANX4? Manage and deploy the channel licenses you own across your ANX4 units in your facility, venue, or rental inventory as needed.
Single Rack Space Design
Each Shure ANX4 receives up to 16 channels of Shure Axient Digital or 24 channels of Shure ULX-D wireless audio in a single rack space. What’s more, at high channel counts you’ll save much-needed rack space, significantly reduce overall rack weight, simplify your antenna distribution setup, and save money. Get more of what you want and a whole lot less of what you don’t.
Mechanical
Dimensions
44 x 482 x 286 mm (1.7 x 19 x 11.3 inches), H x W x D
Weight
3.89 kg (8.58 lb), without antennas
Housing
Steel; Extruded aluminum
Case top: AluminumOperating Temperature Range
-18°C (0°F) to 50°C (122°F)
Storage Temperature Range
-29°C (-20°F) to 74°C (165°F)
Thermal Power Dissipation
| Maximum | 61.3 W (209.3 BTU/hr) |
| Idle | 49.2 W (167.9 BTU/hr) |
Power Requirements
100 to 240 V AC, 50-60 Hz, 1.4 A max.
Fuse
T5A
PoE
PoE Class 1 (IEEE 802.3af)
RF Input
Spurious Rejection
>80 dB, typical
Connector Type
BNC
Impedance
50 Ω
Configuration
Unbalanced, passive
Bias Voltage
12 to 13.5 V DC, 150 mA maximum per antenna. Switchable on-off. 300 mA total per receiver
Insertion Loss
0 dB, typical
RF and Audio Performance
RF Carrier Frequency Range
174 - 2000 MHz
Working Range
Note: Actual range depends on RF signal absorption, reflection and interference.
100 m (330 ft)
Gain Adjustment Range
−18 to +42 dB in 1 dB steps (plus Mute setting)
RF Tuning Step Size
25 kHz, varies by region
Image Rejection
> 90 dB, typical
RF Sensitivity
| ULX-D | -95 dBm at 10-5 BER |
| Axient Digital | −93.5 dBm at 10-5 BER |
Latency
| ULX-D Standard | < 2.9 ms |
| ULX-D High Density | < 3.2 ms |
| Axient Digital Standard | < 2.1 ms |
| Axient Digital High Density | < 3.0 ms |
Audio Frequency Response
20 Hz – 20 kHz (±1 dB)
Audio Dynamic Range
typical, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, System Gain @ +12 dB
124 dB A-weighted
Total Harmonic Distortion
-6 dBFS, 1 kHz, System Gain @ +12 dB
< 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.
Headphone Monitor Audio Output
Audio Frequency Response
20 Hz - 20 kHz, +/- 3 dB
Configuration
¼" / 6.3 mm connector, unbalanced stereo
Impedance
63 Ω
Maximum Signal Level
350 mW
Pin Assignments
Tip: Audio + , Left: | , Ring: Audio + , Right: | , Sleeve: Ground
Networking
Network Interface
10/100 Mbps, 1 Gbps, Dante Digital Audio
Network Addressing Capability
DHCP or Manual IP address
Maximum Cable Length
100 m (330 ft)
DC Module Specifications
DC Input Voltage Range
11.3 to 16 V DC, 10 A max.
Maximum DC Input Current
5.5 A, 10 A max.
Protection Modes
Reverse polarity, over voltage
Connector Type
4-pin XLR (male)
User Guide & Specs
Spec Sheet
- 1 ANX4
- 1 Rackmount Kit
- 1 Ethernet Cable (Short)
- 1 Ethernet Cable (Long)
- 2 BNC Cable
- 2 BNC Bulkhead Adapters
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