The Shure AD Plug-On Transmitter is a high-performance, versatile wireless transmitter designed to convert any wired microphone into a wireless system. Part of Shure's Axient Digital series, it offers superior audio quality, reliability, and encryption, making it ideal for professional live sound applications. The transmitter features a robust, compact design and supports wide tuning bandwidth, low latency, and high-density RF performance. With advanced features like networked control, rechargeable power options, and frequency diversity, the AD Plug-On Transmitter ensures seamless integration into any professional audio setup.
• Axient Digital plug-on wireless transmitter
• Patent-pending locking XLR connector for secure, wobble-free connection
• OLED display with easy-to-navigate menu and controls
• Rugged metal construction that is resistant to dust and moisture
• Automatic input staging optimizes gain setting
• AES 256-bit encryption-enabled for secure transmission
• 300 feet (100 meter) line-of-sight operating range
• Selectable modulation modes optimize performance for spectral efficiency of • Standard – Optimal coverage, low latency and High density – Dramatic increase in max system channel count
• Switchable power levels (2/10/35 mW, region dependent)
• AA battery (included) or Shure SB900B rechargeable battery (sold separately) options
• Optional Shure SB900B lithium-ion rechargeable battery option provides up to 8 hours of continuous use, precision metering, and zero memory effect
• External power and charging option over USB-C port
• Switchable phantom power (off, +12V, +48V)
Mic Offset Range: –12 to 21 dB (in 1 dB steps)
Battery Type: Shure SB900 series rechargeable li-ion or AA batteries 1.5 V
Battery Runtime @ 10 mW: Shure SB900B: over 8 hours or Alkaline: over 7 hours
Dimensions: 126 × 44.5 × 44.5 mm (5.0 × 1.8 × 1.8 in.)
Weight: 240 g (8.0 oz), without batteries
Housing: Cast Metal
Operating Temperature Range: –14 to 122 °F (–10 to 50 °C)
Storage Temperature Range: –40 to 165 °F (–40 to 74 °C)
Connector: 3-pin female XLR
Configuration: balanced
Impedance: Pad (–12 dB): 26.64 kO 0 dB: 6.64 kO Boost (12 dB): 6.64 kO
Maximum input Level: 1 kHz at 1% THD Pad (–12 dB): 21 dBV 0 dB: 9 dBV Boost (12 dB): –3 dBV
Preamplifier Equivalent Input Noise System Gain Se: –115 dBV Typical, A-weighted
Phantom Power: +48 V (7 mA maximum) and +12 V (15 mA maximum)
High Pass Filter: Two-pole (12 dB per octave), cutoff frequency selectable from 40 to 240 Hz in 20 Hz increments
Antenna Type: Dipole
Impedance: 50 O
Occupied Bandwidth: < 200 kHz
Channel-to-Channel Spacing: Standard Mode: 350 kHz High Density Mode: 125 kHz
Modulation Type: Shure Axient Digital Propietary
Power: 2 mW, 10 mW, 35 mW Varies by region. See Frequency Range and Output Power Table.
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR): <0.12 W/kg
(1) Shure AD3 Plug On Transmitter
(1) USB-A to USB-C Cable
(2) AA Alkaline Batteries
(1) Belt Clip/Pouch
(1) Zippered Bag for Storage
