The Shure SLXD15+/85M Portable Wireless System is a professional digital wireless solution designed for videographers, ENG crews, filmmakers, and field production teams. The system combines the SLXD5+ portable receiver, SLXD1+ bodypack transmitter, and the low-profile WL185m cardioid lavalier microphone to deliver clear, reliable wireless audio for location recording.
Engineered for mobile workflows, the receiver can mount directly to a camera cold shoe or be used in a portable audio bag. With wide RF tuning, advanced wireless management tools, and remote control capabilities, the SLXD15+/85M ensures dependable wireless performance wherever production takes place.
Professional Wireless Audio for Video Production
The SLXD15+/85M system is designed for modern video and film production environments where portability and reliability are essential.
Typical uses include:
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Documentary filmmaking
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Electronic news gathering (ENG)
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Film and television production
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Corporate video production
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Field interviews and location sound
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Event and conference recording
The system’s rugged metal construction and compact form factor make it ideal for demanding on-location workflows.
24-Bit Digital Audio Performance
The SLXD15+/85M delivers transparent 24-bit digital audio with a dynamic range greater than 118 dB, providing broadcast-quality sound capture.
Key audio advantages include:
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Clear and natural voice reproduction
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Consistent signal quality across the coverage area
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Low latency digital transmission
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Excellent dynamic range for dialogue recording
This performance ensures professional-quality audio for video production and broadcast applications.
WL185m Cardioid Lavalier Microphone
The system includes the Shure WL185m cardioid lavalier microphone, a compact and discreet microphone designed for clear voice capture in professional environments.
Key benefits of the WL185m include:
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Cardioid pickup pattern that helps reject ambient noise
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Low-profile design for discreet on-camera appearance
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Excellent speech intelligibility for interviews and presentations
The directional pickup pattern is especially useful in environments where background noise must be minimized.
Wide RF Tuning Range
The SLX-D+ wireless platform offers 138 MHz of wide tuning range, helping users find clean frequencies in crowded RF environments.
System capacity includes:
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Up to 11 simultaneous systems in a 6 MHz TV band
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Up to 14 simultaneous systems in an 8 MHz TV band
This flexibility makes the system well suited for production environments where multiple wireless systems may be in use.
ShowLink® Ease Remote Control
The system includes ShowLink® Ease technology, allowing the receiver to communicate directly with the transmitter for remote configuration.
Users can adjust transmitter settings over the air, including:
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Frequency changes when interference is detected
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RF power output level
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Locking or unlocking transmitter controls
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Firmware updates
This feature helps maintain stable wireless performance without needing physical access to the transmitter.
Multi-Mic Mode and Monitoring
The SLXD5+ portable receiver supports Multi-Mic Mode, allowing operators to manage multiple transmitters from a single receiver.
Audio monitoring options include:
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Dual 3.5 mm outputs
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Dedicated headphone monitoring output
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Switchable mic or line-level output
This flexibility allows seamless integration with cameras, mixers, and field recorders.
Wireless Monitoring and Control
The SLXD15+/85M integrates with Shure Wireless Workbench software and the WWB Mobile app, allowing users to monitor and control wireless performance.
Available monitoring functions include:
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RF signal strength
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battery status
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frequency coordination
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transmitter settings
Remote access is available through Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connectivity.
Digital Feedback Reduction
Shure’s Digital Feedback Reducer is built into every SLX-D+ receiver, automatically reducing unwanted audio feedback should it occur during recording or production.
Secure Wireless Transmission
For environments requiring secure communication, the SLX-D+ platform includes AES-256 encryption, protecting wireless transmissions for corporate, broadcast, and government applications.
Shure SLXD15+/85M Key Features
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Portable digital wireless lavalier system
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Includes SLXD5+ receiver, SLXD1+ transmitter, and WL185m lavalier microphone
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24-bit digital audio with >118 dB dynamic range
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138 MHz wide tuning range
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Up to 11 systems in 6 MHz band / 14 systems in 8 MHz band
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ShowLink® Ease remote transmitter control
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Multi-Mic Mode for managing multiple wireless sources
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Dual 3.5 mm audio outputs with headphone monitoring
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Remote monitoring via Wireless Workbench and WWB Mobile app
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Digital Feedback Reducer technology
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AES-256 encrypted wireless transmission
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Portable rugged metal construction
Ideal Applications
The SLXD15+/85M system is ideal for:
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film production
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documentary filming
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broadcast journalism
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corporate video production
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live event recording
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interviews and field reporting
System Components
The system includes:
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SLXD5+ Portable Digital Wireless Receiver
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SLXD1+ Bodypack Transmitter
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WL185m Cardioid Lavalier Microphone
Battery Performance
SLXD1+ Transmitter
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Up to 8 hours using two AA batteries
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Compatible with Shure SB903 rechargeable batteries
SLXD5+ Receiver
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Up to 5.5 hours using two AA batteries
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Compatible with SB903 rechargeable batteries