Wireless Workbench ReadMe First =============================== The following information should be noted prior to starting Wireless Workbench. ==================== New in version 5.0.3 ==================== UHF-RMW Wireless Microphone System ================================== Version 5.0.3 includes support for the new UHF-RMW series wireless microphone system: MW4D (Dual Receiver) MW1 (Bodypack Transmitter) MW2 (Handheld Transmitter) NOTE: No UHF-RMW Single receivers UHF-RMW New Frequency Bands Support =================================== Version 5.0.3 includes support for three new frequency band options available for the UHF-RMW series wireless microphone system: X2 (925-932MHz) Korea MA24 (779-788 and 797-806MHz) Japan* MJBX (806-810MHz) Japan* *Receivers tune to both ranges and have a band designation of MABJ (779-810) UHF-R New Frequency Bands Support ================================= Version 5.0.3 includes support for two new frequency band options available for the UHF-R series wireless microphone system: K4E Europe (606-666MHz) and M5E Europe (694-758MHz). 32-Bit USB Driver Installation ============================== Version 5.0.3 includes support for installing the 32-bit USB driver. When a UR4 or MW4 are connected via USB the Found New Hardware wizard will assist in the installation. Note: The correct .inf file to select is "Shure Wireless Receiver". ============= Helpful Hints ============= WiNRADiO Installation ===================== WiNRADiO software must be installed prior to using the device with Wireless Workbench. Please turn off Wireless Workbench before installing WiNRADiO. Please refer to WiNRADiO documentation to make sure that the software for the WiNRADiO model is supported by the operating system. Test your WiNRADiO with your WiNRADiO software and make sure it is working before using it with Wireless Workbench. It is recommended to turn off Wireless Workbench before installing or uninstalling any software. Version 5.0.3 supports the following WiNRADiO devices: WR-1550 WR-G305e/WFM WR-G305e/WFM/PD WR-G33WSM When scanning with the WR-G305e or WR-G33WSM models it is recommended to have the WiNRADiO RF Gain Preamplifier engaged, which is accessible from the WiNRADiO control software. Please refer to WiNRADiO documentation for help with this feature. Path Changes ============ Version 5.0.3 utilizes the path C:\Program Files\Shure\Shure Wireless Workbench Software-5.0 as its primary path. There are also some new paths of interest as subdirectories of this path. Hardware Device IDs =================== When a user uploads scene configuration data from Wireless Workbench to hardware devices on the network, only those devices that have ID numbers identical to that of the scene file will receive the uploads. Devices that have ID numbers different than what exists in a scene file will be found in addition to what is provided for. Receivers that need specific IDs will need to have them assigned manually by setting ID numbers at the front panel of each device. DHCP and Manual IP Addressing ============================= The default setting from the factory for UHF-R and UHF-RMW receiver networking is DHCP, where IP addressing for devices is performed automatically. UHF-R and UHF-RMW receivers are shipped from the factory for use on an Ethernet network, with Dynamic Host Control Protocol (DHCP) service. However, setting IP addresses manually can be performed but >>> ONLY <<< by individuals that possess a high level of experience with networking and troubleshooting. Instructions for setting a PC to DHCP mode can be found in the Windows on-line help under the Networking topic. UHF-R and UHF-RMW receivers have electronic circuitry that enables standard Ethernet cables as well as crossover cables to be used interchangeably. Router Internet Port ==================== Routers may contain a port meant for connecting to a WAN or Internet. Do not use this port to connect to the UHF-R or MW network. Firewall ======== If device connectivity fails and a firewall is in use, ensure that the port is disabled. The port should be disabled or set to 2201. Virtual Private Networking ========================== VPN (Virtual Private Network) service, if installed, may block messages intended to be sent in an Ethernet connection. This service may have to be disabled to establish a network connection to UHF-R and UHF-RMW receivers. Antenna Placement ================= It is important for accurate Plot functions that all network cabling be routed as far away as possible from receiver antennas. Not doing so will potentially saturate frequency plots with data noise from the network. Multiple Receiver Plots ======================= Wireless Workbench 5.0.3 supports plotting up to 3 UHF-R or UHF-RMW receivers on a single plot window. WiNRADiO cannot be grouped with other receivers on a plot and only one UHF receiver can be added to a plot with other UHF-R or UHF-RMW receivers. TV Station Database Updates =========================== TV Station database information can be retrieved from the Shure.com website by accessing the "Check for Updates" option in the Help menu. This downloadable information provides updated data designated by postal codes, for use in Wireless Workbench frequency coordination, for a variety of world regions. ============ Known Issues ============ Display Box Sizing ================== Attempts to shrink Status Display Boxes on the Control Surface may result in the boxes increasing in size beyond the default size which may cause breaks between the links of the display boxes. Mac Access by User Profile ========================== On Mac operating systems Wireless Workbench 5.0.3 must be launched under the user profile on which it was installed. Help Browser for Mac OS ======================= Wireless Workbench Software Help includes active content to support searching the Help by index and key word. To enable searching Help by Key Word on Macintosh computers, it is recommended to use the Firefox browser. Index and Search by Key Word functions may not be supported on some Mac OS browser applications. Sleep Mode for MAC OSX 10.5 Leopard =================================== Under OSX 10.5 (Leopard) Sleep Mode will disable the USB network. Once disabled, the only way to re-enable the network is to exit and restart wireless workbench or power OFF and then power ON one of the receivers. We recommend disabling Sleep Mode on MACS with OSX 10.5 when using WWB with USB Networks.