System Details

Axient Digital Wireless Systems feature a shared receiver platform compatible with both AD series and ADX series transmitters. These scalable wireless systems provide incomparable sound for a wide range of applications and settings and include a groundbreaking micro-bodypack (ADX1M).

Features

RF Protection

With outstanding signal quality in even the most complex, congested environments, Axient Digital ensures maximum stability, range, and clarity for uncompromising audio—anywhere, every time.

  • Next Generation Digital Radio + Channel Quality Metering. A high-performance modulation scheme uses patent-pending technology to provide maximum signal stability. The five-segment Channel Quality meter allows for real-time analysis of RF signal-to-noise, enabling operating range assessments and visibility into potential interference.
  • True Digital Diversity. Mounting a better defense against multipath, fading events, and other RF anomalies, Axient Digital combines two discrete RF signals per receiver channel using a quality-based maximal-ratio-combining algorithm.
  • Quadversity™. By assigning four antenna inputs to a single channel via patented technology, Quadversity™ can provide extended coverage and the option for separate zones, plus added resistance against multipath interference and RF noise.
  • Wide Tuning Receivers and Transmitters. An expansive tuning bandwidth of up to 184 MHz across all receivers and transmitters supplies broad strategic spectrum coverage while simplifying inventories for both sellers and operators.
  • Spectral Efficiency. A robust High Density transmission mode increases system channel count dramatically, with up to 47 active channels per 6 MHz TV band (63 channels / 8 MHz)—all while maintaining exceptional audio quality.
  • Operating Range. Selectable transmission modes and power levels enable optimum range and audio quality, with analog-type resilience, artifact-free muting, and fast signal recovery at end of range.
  • Frequency Diversity. Signal quality is maximized by transmitting two identical signals on independent frequencies. If the active signal degrades, the other takes over automatically. With the ADX2FD handheld transmitter, Axient Digital uses a patented technique to monitor and combine the transmissions for a flawless audio signal.
  • Interference Detection & Avoidance. With real-time monitoring via the AXT600 Spectrum Manager, sound engineers can neutralize RF interference by manually switching the signal to a clear backup frequency or by programming the system to do it automatically.

AUDIO QUALITY

Axient Digital defies limitations for both RF and audio quality. With industry-leading low latency, transparent frequency response, and wide dynamic range, Axient Digital lets nothing get in the way of true, pure sound. No matter the setting, you’ll experience dependable Shure audio quality.

  • Ultra-low Latency. Impressive 2 milliseconds from microphone transducer to analog output guarantees seamless, cohesive sound. (Latency is transmission mode dependent. High Density mode latency is 2.9 ms.)
  • Transparent Sound. A flat frequency response over a wide range from 20 Hz to 20 kHz provides accurate audio reproduction.
  • Encryption. An Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) 256-bit encrypted signal ensures that every transmission is secure and unbreachable.
  • Dynamic Range. Wide dynamic range of >120 dB yields impressive signal-to-noise performance and accurate transient response.
  • Digital Outputs. Dante™ and AES67 digital audio transmits via a configurable four-port switch for combined control / audio or separate streams with redundancy. AES3 output provides an additional option for pristine digital audio.

COMMAND & CONTROL

ShowLink® remote control, Wireless Workbench® software, the ShurePlus™ Channels iOS app, and networked battery monitoring provide unmatched control and insight for seamless performance.

  • Wireless Workbench & ShurePlus Channels App. Wireless Workbench offers total control, with an enhanced interface, access to advanced RF spectrum and Timeline plotting, frequency coordination, and live performance monitoring. Control and monitor capabilities also can be extended to a mobile device with the ShurePlus Channels iOS app.
  • ShowLink Remote Control. ADX transmitters with ShowLink give engineers comprehensive real-time remote control of all transmitter parameters using a robust 2.4 GHz diversity wireless connection, allowing settings to be changed right from the control booth.
  • Dante™ Cue & Dante™ Browse. Dante Cue enables monitoring of every Axient Digital channel on the network through a single headphone output, with the push of a single button. Plus, Dante Browse offers high-fidelity monitoring of any Dante-enabled device on the network.
  • Networked Charging. Smart, high-performance batteries and chargers provide detailed visibility and remote monitoring of critical parameters such as remaining runtime in hours and minutes and charging status.

U.S. Patent Nos. 9667216, 9667285. Additional patents pending.

Applications

Available Bands

Band (0.000 – 0.000 MHz)  
G57 (470.175 – 615.575 MHz)  

Which Band Should I Choose?

Find out which band for the Axient Digital has the most available wireless channels in your location. Already own the Axient Digital? Use the Wireless Frequency Finder Tool to find frequencies.

FCC Consumer Alert (U.S.)

Most users do not need a license to operate this wireless microphone system. Nevertheless, operating this microphone system without a license is subject to certain restrictions: the system may not cause harmful interference; it must operate at a low power level (not in excess of 50 milliwatts); and it has no protection from interference received from any other device. Purchasers should also be aware that the FCC is currently evaluating use of wireless microphone systems, and these rules are subject to change.

For more information, call the FCC at 1-888-CALL-FCC (TTY: 1-888-TELL-FCC) or visit the FCC’s wireless microphone website at www.fcc.gov/cgb/wirelessmicrophones.

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    Software & Downloads

    Architectural Specifications

    File Language Type File Size
    Axient Digital with AD Transmitters Architectural Specifications English TXT 2.43 kb

    Brochures

    File Language Type File Size
    Axient Digital English PDF 8.21 mb

    CAD Drawings

    File Language Type File Size
    AD4Q CAD File English ZIP 1.23 mb
    AD4D CAD File English ZIP 1.11 mb
    AD1 with LEMO Connector CAD File English ZIP 444 kb
    AD1 with TQG Connector CAD File English ZIP 422 kb
    AD2 CAD File English ZIP 137 kb

    Files

    File Language Type File Size
    Disqualified Network Switches for Shure Dante Devices PDF 113 kb

    Specification Sheets

    File Language Type File Size
    Axient Digital Specification Sheet English PDF 2.04 mb

    User Guides

    File Language Type File Size
    AD1 User Guide
    AD2 User Guide
    AD4D User Guide
    AD4Q User Guide
    AD651B User Guide
    AD651FOB User Guide
    ADX1 User Guide
    ADX1M User Guide
    ADX2 User Guide
    ADX2FD User Guide

    Software

    File Language Type File Size
    Shure Update Utility 2.4.4 (64-bit Windows 7, 8, 10) ZIP 21.9 mb
    Shure Update Utility 2.4.4 (32-bit Windows 7, 8, 10) ZIP 20.7 mb
    Shure Update Utility 2.4.4 (64-bit macOS 10.12 - 10.14) ZIP 19.5 mb

    Firmware

    To install firmware for this product, Shure Update Utility is required. For more information, reference the Quick Start Guide for Shure Update Utility.

    Version

    File Date Download Size
    AD4Q - Axient Digital Four-Channel Receiver See release notes Posted January 18, 2019 Download PACK (12.9 mb)

    New Feature

    • Initial firmware for ADX2FD

    Improvements

    • Network browser improvements to discover new Shure product variants.
    • Improved TCPI commands to include RSSI information below -120dBm.
    • Enforcement of Access Control via Wireless Workbench to devices with remote connection has been fixed.

    Notes

    • User Guide
    • Command Strings
    • AD4Q version 1.1.62 is compatible with AD4Q devices on version 1.1.62 and below, but it is recommended to update all devices used together to the same firmware version.
    • To operate AD4D version 1.1.62 devices with other Shure systems and software, see the following list of minimum versions:
      • Axient Digital AD1/2 and ADX1/1M/2 Transmitters 1.1.62
      • Axient Digital AD4D/Q Receivers 1.1.62
      • Axient AXT600 Spectrum Manager 2.1.22
      • SBRC Shure Battery Rack Charger 1.1.2
      • Shure Update Utility 2.4.3
      • ShurePlus Channels 1.4.2
      • Wireless Workbench 6.12.6
    AD4D - Axient Digital Two-Channel Receiver See release notes Posted January 18, 2019 Download PACK (10 mb)

    New Feature

    • Initial firmware for ADX2FD

    Improvements

    • Network browser improvements to discover new Shure product variants.
    • Improved TCPI commands to include RSSI information below -120dBm.
    • Enforcement of Access Control via Wireless Workbench to devices with remote connection has been fixed

    Notes

    • User Guide
    • Command Strings
    • AD4D version 1.1.62 is compatible with AD4D devices on version 1.1.62 and below, but it is recommended to update all devices used together to the same firmware version.
    • To operate AD4D version 1.1.62 devices with other Shure systems and software, see the following list of minimum versions:
      • Axient Digital AD1/2 and ADX1/1M/2 Transmitters 1.1.62
      • Axient Digital AD4D/Q Receivers 1.1.62
      • Axient AXT600 Spectrum Manager 2.1.22
      • SBRC Shure Battery Rack Charger 1.1.2
      • Shure Update Utility 2.4.3
      • ShurePlus Channels 1.4.2
      • Wireless Workbench 6.12.6
    AD1, AD2, ADX1, ADX1M, ADX2, and ADX2FD - Axient Digital Transmitters See release notes Posted January 18, 2019 Download PACK (1.07 mb)

    New Features

    • Initial firmware for ADX2FD
    • Safe Start menu
      • The Safe Start menu powers on the unit with the RF muted to prevent interference to other nearby transmitters. Next, a Safe Start menu appears to quickly configure the RF and the available lock options.
      • To initiate the Safe Start menu for AD1, AD2, ADX1, ADX2, and ADX2FD, hold down EXIT during boot up. For ADX1M, hold down EXIT + UP during boot up.

    Improvements

    • Updated the 794 – 806 MHz (R52) frequency band for Israel
    • Optimized performance of automatic interference avoidance for ADX2FD in the G56 and K56 bands when operating in Frequency Diversity combining mode.

    Notes

    • User Guides: AD1 | AD2 | ADX1 | ADX1M | ADX2 | ADX2FD
    • AD1/2 and ADX1/1M/2 version 1.1.62 is compatible with devices on version 1.1.62 and below, but it is recommended to update all devices used together to the same firmware version.
    • To operate AD1/2 and ADX1/1M/2 version 1.1.62 devices with other Shure systems and software, see the following list of minimum versions:
      • Axient Digital AD1/2 and ADX1/1M/2 Transmitters 1.1.62
      • Axient Digital AD4D/Q Receivers 1.1.62
      • Axient AXT600 Spectrum Manager 2.1.22
      • SBC240/840/840M Chargers 1.1.62
      • SBRC Shure Battery Rack Charger 1.1.2
      • Shure Update Utility 2.4.3
      • ShurePlus Channels 1.4.2
      • Wireless Workbench 6.12.6
    File Date Download Size
    AD1, AD2, ADX1, ADX1M, ADX2, and ADX2FD - Axient Digital Transmitters See release notes Posted September 05, 2018 Download PACK (1.07 mb)

    New Feature

    • Initial firmware for ADX1, ADX1M, and ADX2 transmitters.

    Improvements

    • Support for new or changed frequency bands:
      • Israel (R52) 794 MHz – 806 MHz
      • U.S. (G57) 470 MHz – 608 MHz: Now excludes 600 MHz guard bands
      • U.S. (G57+) 470 MHz – 608 MHz and 614 – 616 MHz: Includes UHFTV + Guard bands.
    • Menu UI improvements
    • Bug fixes

    Notes

    • User Guides: AD1 | AD2
    • AD1/2 and ADX1/1M/2 version 1.1.43 is compatible with devices on version 1.1.43 and below, but it is recommended to update all devices used together to the same firmware version.
    • To operate AD1/2 and ADX1/1M/2 version 1.1.43 devices with other Shure systems and software, see the following list of minimum versions:
      • Axient Digital AD1/2 and ADX1/1M/2 Transmitters 1.1.43
      • Axient Digital AD4D/Q Receivers 1.1.43
      • Axient AXT600 Spectrum Manager 2.1.22
      • SBC240/840/840M Chargers 1.1.43
      • SBRC Shure Battery Rack Charger 1.1.X
      • Shure Update Utility 2.4.2
      • ShurePlus Channels 1.4.2
      • Wireless Workbench 6.12.5
    AD4Q - Axient Digital Four-Channel Receiver See release notes Posted September 05, 2018 Download PACK (12.9 mb)

    Improvements

    • Modem improvements to mitigate against false interference detection events.
    • Support for new or changed frequency bands:
      • Israel (R52) 794 MHz – 806 MHz
      • U.S. (G57) 470 MHz – 608 MHz: Now excludes 600 MHz guard bands
      • U.S. (G57+) 470 MHz – 608 MHz and 614 – 616 MHz: Includes UHFTV + Guard bands.
    • Menu UI improvements
    • New command strings
    • Bug fixes

    Notes

    • User Guide
    • AD4Q version 1.1.43 is compatible with AD4Q devices on version 1.1.43 and below, but it is recommended to update all devices used together to the same firmware version.
    • To operate AD4Q version 1.1.43 devices with other Shure systems and software, see the following list of minimum versions:
      • Axient Digital AD1/2 and ADX1/1M/2 Transmitters 1.1.43
      • Axient Digital AD4D/Q Receivers 1.1.43
      • Axient AXT600 Spectrum Manager 2.1.22
      • SBRC Shure Battery Rack Charger 1.1.X
      • Shure Update Utility 2.4.2
      • ShurePlus Channels 1.4.2
      • Wireless Workbench 6.12.5
    AD4D - Axient Digital Two-Channel Receiver See release notes Posted September 05, 2018 Download PACK (9.99 mb)

    Improvements

    • Modem improvements to mitigate against false interference detection events.
    • Support for new or changed frequency bands:
      • Israel (R52) 794 MHz – 806 MHz
      • U.S. (G57) 470 MHz – 608 MHz: Now excludes 600 MHz guard bands
      • U.S. (G57+) 470 MHz – 608 MHz and 614 – 616 MHz: Includes UHFTV + Guard bands.
    • Menu UI improvements
    • New command strings
    • Bug fixes

    Notes

    • User Guide
    • AD4Q version 1.1.43 is compatible with AD4D devices on version 1.1.43 and below, but it is recommended to update all devices used together to the same firmware version.
    • To operate AD4D version 1.1.43 devices with other Shure systems and software, see the following list of minimum versions:
      • Axient Digital AD1/2 and ADX1/1M/2 Transmitters 1.1.43
      • Axient Digital AD4D/Q Receivers 1.1.43
      • Axient AXT600 Spectrum Manager 2.1.22
      • SBRC Shure Battery Rack Charger 1.1.X
      • Shure Update Utility 2.4.2
      • ShurePlus Channels 1.4.2
      • Wireless Workbench 6.12.5
    File Date Download Size
    AD1, AD2, ADX1, ADX1M, ADX2, and ADX2FD - Axient Digital Transmitters See release notes Posted June 18, 2018 Download PACK (1.05 mb)

    Improvement

    • Resolves intermittent issue in which frequency on transmitter could reset to default value (Group 1, Channel 1) when batteries are fully drained.

    Notes

    • AD1/2 version 1.0.29 is compatible with AD1/2 devices on version 1.0.29 and below, but it is recommended to update all devices used together to the same firmware version.
    • To operate AD1/2 version 1.0.29 devices with other Shure systems and software, see the following list of minimum versions:
      • Axient Digital AD4D/Q Receivers 1.0.27
      • Shure Update Utility 2.4.2
      • ShurePlus Channels 1.4
      • Wireless Workbench 6.12.2
    File Date Download Size
    AD4Q - Axient Digital Four-Channel Receiver See release notes Posted March 28, 2018 Download PACK (12.8 mb)

    Improvement

    • User interface improvements related to RF overload conditions

    Notes

    • AD4Q version 1.0.27 is compatible with AD4Q devices on version 1.0.27 and below, but it is recommended to update all devices used together to the same firmware version.
    • To operate AD4Q version 1.0.27 devices with other Shure systems and software, see the following list of minimum versions:
      • Axient Digital AD1/2 Transmitters 1.0.21
      • Axient Digital AD4Q Receivers 1.0.27
      • Axient AXT600 Spectrum Manager 2.0.27
      • SBRC Shure Battery Rack Charger 1.0.1
      • Shure Update Utility 2.4.2
      • ShurePlus Channels 1.4
      • Wireless Workbench 6.12.2
    AD4D - Axient Digital Two-Channel Receiver See release notes Posted March 28, 2018 Download PACK (9.8 mb)

    Improvement

    • User interface improvements related to RF overload conditions

    Notes

    • AD4D version 1.0.27 is compatible with AD4D devices on version 1.0.27 and below, but it is recommended to update all devices used together to the same firmware version.
    • To operate AD4D version 1.0.27 devices with other Shure systems and software, see the following list of minimum versions:
      • Axient Digital AD1/2 Transmitters 1.0.21
      • Axient Digital AD4Q Receivers 1.0.27
      • Axient AXT600 Spectrum Manager 2.0.27
      • SBRC Shure Battery Rack Charger 1.0.1
      • Shure Update Utility 2.4.2
      • ShurePlus Channels 1.4
      • Wireless Workbench 6.12.2
    File Date Download Size
    AD4D - Axient Digital Two-Channel Receiver See release notes Posted January 09, 2018 Download PACK (9.8 mb)

    Improvement

    • Added power supply fail-safe protection

    Notes

    • AD4D version 1.0.24 is compatible with AD4D devices on version 1.0.24 and below, but it is recommended to update all devices used together to the same firmware version.
    • To operate AD4D version 1.0.24 devices with other Shure systems and software, see the following list of minimum versions:
      • Axient Digital AD1/2 Transmitters 1.0.21
      • Axient Digital AD4Q Receivers 1.0.24
      • Axient AXT600 Spectrum Manager 2.0.27
      • SBRC Shure Battery Rack Charger 1.0.1
      • Shure Update Utility 2.4.1
      • ShurePlus Channels 1.4
      • Wireless Workbench 6.12.2
    AD4Q - Axient Digital Four-Channel Receiver See release notes Posted January 09, 2018 Download PACK (12.8 mb)

    Improvement

    • Added power supply fail-safe protection

    Notes

    • AD4Q version 1.0.24 is compatible with AD4Q devices on version 1.0.24 and below, but it is recommended to update all devices used together to the same firmware version.
    • To operate AD4Q version 1.0.24 devices with other Shure systems and software, see the following list of minimum versions:
      • Axient Digital AD1/2 Transmitters 1.0.21
      • Axient Digital AD4Q Receivers 1.0.24
      • Axient AXT600 Spectrum Manager 2.0.27
      • SBRC Shure Battery Rack Charger 1.0.1
      • Shure Update Utility 2.4.1
      • ShurePlus Channels 1.4
      • Wireless Workbench 6.12.2
    File Date Download Size
    AD4Q - Axient Digital Four-Channel Receiver See release notes Posted November 20, 2017 Download PACK (12.8 mb)

    Improvements

    • Support for transmitter SKUs sold in Brazil
    • Support for DC modules

    Notes

    • AD4Q version 1.0.21 is compatible with AD4Q devices on version 1.0.21 and below, but it is recommended to update all devices used together to the same firmware version.
    • To operate AD4Q version 1.0.21 devices with other Shure systems and software, see the following list of minimum versions:
      • Axient Digital AD1/2 Transmitters 1.0.21
      • Axient Digital AD4D Receivers 1.0.21
      • Axient AXT600 Spectrum Manager 2.0.27
      • SBRC Shure Battery Rack Charger 1.0.1
      • Shure Update Utility 2.4.1
      • ShurePlus Channels 1.4
      • Wireless Workbench 6.12.2
    AD1, AD2, ADX1, ADX1M, ADX2, and ADX2FD - Axient Digital Transmitters See release notes Posted November 20, 2017 Download PACK (1.05 mb)

    Improvements

    • Adds support for transmitter SKUs sold in Brazil
    • Improved user interface

    Notes

    • AD1/2 version 1.0.21 is compatible with AD1/2 devices on version 1.0.21 and below, but it is recommended to update all devices used together to the same firmware version.
    • To operate AD1/2 version 1.0.21 devices with other Shure systems and software, see the following list of minimum versions:
      • Axient Digital AD1/2 Transmitters 1.0.21
      • Axient Digital AD4D/Q Receivers 1.0.21
      • Axient AXT600 Spectrum Manager 2.0.27
      • SBRC Shure Battery Rack Charger 1.0.1
      • Shure Update Utility 2.4.1
      • ShurePlus Channels 1.4
      • Wireless Workbench 6.12.2
    AD4D - Axient Digital Two-Channel Receiver See release notes Posted November 20, 2017 Download PACK (9.8 mb)

    Improvements

    • Support for transmitter SKUs sold in Brazil
    • Support for DC modules

    Notes

    • AD4D version 1.0.21 is compatible with AD4D devices on version 1.0.21 and below, but it is recommended to update all devices used together to the same firmware version.
    • To operate AD4D version 1.0.21 devices with other Shure systems and software, see the following list of minimum versions:
      • Axient Digital AD1/2 Transmitters 1.0.21
      • Axient Digital AD4Q Receivers 1.0.21
      • Axient AXT600 Spectrum Manager 2.0.27
      • SBRC Shure Battery Rack Charger 1.0.1
      • Shure Update Utility 2.4.1
      • ShurePlus Channels 1.4
      • Wireless Workbench 6.12.2
    File Date Download Size
    AD4D - Axient Digital Two-Channel Receiver See release notes Posted August 03, 2017 Download PACK (9.8 mb)

    New Feature

    • Initial release

    Notes

    • To operate AD4D version 1.0.17 devices with other Shure systems and software, see the following list of minimum versions:
      • Axient Digital AD1/2 Transmitters 1.0.17
      • Axient Digital AD4D/Q Receivers 1.0.17
      • Axient AXT600 Spectrum Manager 2.0.X
      • SBRC Shure Battery Rack Charger 1.0.1
      • Shure Update Utility 2.4
      • ShurePlus Channels 1.4
      • Wireless Workbench 6.12.2
    AD4Q - Axient Digital Four-Channel Receiver See release notes Posted August 03, 2017 Download PACK (12.8 mb)

    New Feature

    • Initial release

    Notes

    • To operate AD4Q version 1.0.17 devices with other Shure systems and software, see the following list of minimum versions:
      • Axient Digital AD1/2 Transmitters 1.0.17
      • Axient Digital AD4D/Q Receivers 1.0.17
      • Axient AXT600 Spectrum Manager 2.0.X
      • SBRC Shure Battery Rack Charger 1.0.1
      • Shure Update Utility 2.4
      • ShurePlus Channels 1.4
      • Wireless Workbench 6.12.2
    AD1, AD2, ADX1, ADX1M, ADX2, and ADX2FD - Axient Digital Transmitters See release notes Posted August 03, 2017 Download PACK (1.05 mb)

    NEW FEATURE

    • Initial release

    NOTES

    • To operate AD1 and AD2 version 1.0.17 devices with other Shure systems and software, see the following list of minimum versions:
      • Axient Digital AD1/2 Transmitters 1.0.17
      • Axient Digital AD4D/Q Receivers 1.0.17
      • Axient AXT600 Spectrum Manager 2.0.27
      • SBRC Shure Battery Rack Charger 1.0.1
      • Shure Update Utility 2.4
      • ShurePlus Channels 1.4
      • Wireless Workbench 6.12.2

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