Shure Releases Wireless Workbench Software for Mac

London, 18 February 2008 – Shure has announced the release of an upgraded version of its Wireless Workbench software that is now compatible with Mac OSX including 10.5 Leopard.  Wireless Workbench lets users of Shure UHF-R© and U-series wireless microphone systems easily configure and control large installations of wireless microphones in performance venues, theatres, meeting facilities, and houses of worship.

 

“Remote control of audio equipment is becoming increasingly critical in professional sound systems,” said Nick Wood, Associate Product Manager at Shure USA.  “We’re excited to bring scanning, frequency coordination, and control of Shure wireless systems to Mac users,” he continued.  “Wireless Workbench 5.0 brings a new level of confidence, efficiency, and performance to wireless microphone operation.”

 

Like earlier versions of Wireless Workbench, the software can scan the radio frequency environment, identify potential sources of interference, and automatically select operating frequencies that avoid them.  The new Wireless Workbench 5.0, which is also compatible with the Windows XP© and Vista© operating systems, features an enhanced frequency compatibility tool that allows the user to designate certain “priority” wireless microphones in the sound system and provide an additional safety margin when calculating frequency compatibility for those units.  Also, Wireless Workbench 5.0 can download the resulting frequency set to all of the Shure UHF-R receivers on the network.


 

When used with Shure UHF-R wireless systems, the user’s computer connects directly to the receivers through integrated Ethernet ports, without additional hardware.  Wireless Workbench 5.0 can use any one of the connected receivers to scan the spectrum, or an external WiNRADiO receiver.  The operating frequencies for existing wireless microphones, personal monitor systems, and wireless intercoms (including non-Shure units) can be entered into the software to ensure compatibility between all wireless audio equipment.

 

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For more information www.shuredistribution.co.uk

 

About Shure Distribution UK


Shure Distribution UK (SDUK), formerly known as HW International, was acquired by Shure Incorporated in early 2003 and has been at the leading edge of import and distribution for over 36 years, representing some of the best products available in the field of pro audio. SDUK is currently ranked number one professional audio distributor in the UK for both the MI and Installation sectors in a confidential customer survey conducted by Shure Europe 2006.

 

SDUK is a wholly owned subsidiary of Shure Inc. While Shure Inc focuses on the manufacturing, marketing and distribution of Shure products, SDUK is a multibrand distributor and embraces a number of additional brands in its portfolio.

 

The multibrand business model allows the UK to offer a full audio solution to customers across a diverse range of markets. Multibrand distributing provides SDUK with a platform to develop the Shure vision that “the end user and market place needs will drive everything in our business” and also the mission “To be the most trusted audio brand worldwide”. Multibrand distribution allows SDUK to grow its product and brand portfolio to provide customers with a holistic and consultative approach to their pro-audio needs. In essence, giving customers what they want, when they want it, wherever they are, and most critically from a trusted source.

 

The additional brands handled by SDUK have been selected with care and through many years of experience in the market place and represent the best products available in the field of Pro Audio. Our comprehensive portfolio includes products from Shure, QSC Audio, Radial, Sound Devices, Servoreeler and Phonic.

 

About Shure Incorporated


Founded in 1925, Shure Incorporated (www.shure.com) is widely acknowledged as the world's leading manufacturer of microphones and audio electronics. Over the years, the company has designed and produced a wide variety of high-quality professional and consumer audio products, providing a vehicle for an individual’s personal sound.  Shure’s diverse product line includes world-class microphones, premier wireless audio systems, consumer earphones and mobile phone headsets, problem-solving mixers, digital signal processors, personal monitor systems and top-rated phonograph cartridges.  Today, Shure products are used wherever high-quality audio performance is a top priority, in a wide variety of industries, markets and settings.

 

Shure Incorporated corporate headquarters are located in Niles, IL in the United States.  Regional sales and marketing offices are located in: Heilbronn, Germany; London and in Hong Kong. 

 


 


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