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System Overview
General Description
The Shure Microflex
®
Wireless Series (MXW) is a complete microphone solution for flexible meeting rooms and boardrooms. It features automatic RF channel
management, rechargeable encrypted (AES256) wireless microphones, and digital audio networking (Dante
tm
). The networked charging station charges
boundary and gooseneck microphones for tabletop applications, as well as handheld and bodypack solutions for corporate training and presentations. The
MXW Access Point mounts to a ceiling or wall for discreet communication between the wireless microphones and the digital audio network. Multiple access
points can be used for installations that require simultaneous operation of up to 40* microphones in the same area (*region dependant). Web-browser based
control software is used for remote monitoring and control from any computer connected to the network.
Legendary Shure Quality
Premium Audio
All Microflex microphones are engineered to clearly capture the natural
characteristics of voice communications, and include CommShield
®
Technology which guards against unwanted radio interference from
consumer wireless devices such as cell phones and tablets.
Rechargeable Microphones
Each MXW microphone is powered from a rechargeable Lithium-ion
battery, which can be charged at any time without removal from the
microphone. Lithium-Ion chemistry and intelligent Shure circuitry results
in a rechargeable battery with no memory effect. Battery statistics are
viewable from the control software (battery runtime, time to full charge,
charge cycle count and battery capacity).
Discreet, Professional Design
Modern, low-profile wireless microphone designs elegantly integrate into
diverse AV environments. By eliminating wires, MXW noticeably reduces
clutter and provides professional elegance.
Encryption
The MXW wireless link is encrypted using the Advanced Encryption
Standard (AES-256), as specified by the US Government National Institute
of Standards and Technology (NIST) publication FIPS-197.
Advanced Networking and Control
Digital Audio Networking
Digital audio is carried over standard Ethernet using shielded Cat5e (or
higher) cables. Developed with Dante
tm
technology by Audinate
®
, MXW
provides low latency, clock synchronization, and high Quality-of-Service
(QoS) to provide reliable audio transport. Digital audio can coexist safely
on the same network as IT and control data, or can be configured to use a
dedicated network.
Automatic Frequency Coordination
The MXW Series uses automatic frequency coordination to quickly set
up all of the microphones and achieve reliable, uninterrupted wireless
communication. Microphones are assigned to channels on an access
point transceiver simply by arranging them in an associated charging
station and pressing the Link button. Multiple access point transceivers
can work together to support up to 40 wireless transmitters. Once Linked,
the system automatically scans the available RF spectrum and selects the
best quality RF channels on which to operate. Upon detecting interference,
microphones automatically switch to the best alternate RF channel
determined during continuous background scanning.
Remote Control and Monitoring
Microflex Wireless components and software are compatible with Crestron,
AMX, and other programmable controllers. Components interconnect with
teleconferencing equipment and digital signal processors.
Built-In RF Spectrum Scanner
The MXW Wireless components transmit in unlicensed spectrum that
may be used by other wireless devices (in particular wireless phones and
headsets) operating in the same area. The MXW access point features an
RF scanner to document the average and peak RF interference. The data
provides an accurate estimate for the number of MXW channels that can
be safely operated in the scanned area.
Features