Shure MXW6X/C-Z10 Microflex Wireless neXt 2 Boundary Transmitter (Cardioid)

Product Overview

The Shure MXW6X/C-Z10 is a low-profile wireless boundary transmitter for the Microflex Wireless neXt 2 system, featuring a cardioid condenser microphone element. Operating in the 1.9 GHz DECT band with AES-256 encryption, it is designed for conference tables, government spaces, and commercial meeting environments where discreet deployment and audio security are required. The SB906 rechargeable lithium battery provides up to 17 hours of continuous use, supporting full-day meeting schedules without mid-session interruption.

Product Description

The MXW6X/C-Z10 wireless boundary microphone transmitter sits flush on a conference table and captures speech from participants seated in front of it with a cardioid polar pattern, offering directional rejection of off-axis noise from HVAC systems and room reflections. Wireless range extends up to 160 feet (50 meters) with adjustable transmit power, making it appropriate for larger boardrooms, multi-purpose rooms, and government spaces with extended table layouts. Room control system integration allows the boundary to be remotely muted or unmuted, fitting neatly into DSP-driven AV system architectures. The built-in earphone jack supports program audio monitoring, translation feeds, or cueing — useful in multilingual government or all-hands settings. A companion omnidirectional option is available as the Shure MXW6X/O-Z10 for broader coverage patterns.

Key Features

• Cardioid Condenser Element — Directional polar pattern focuses on talkers positioned in front of the boundary, attenuating off-axis noise from adjacent participants, HVAC, and room reflections.
• AES-256 Encryption — Always-on audio encryption protects meeting confidentiality in corporate, legal, and government environments with strict information security requirements.
• Up to 17-Hour Battery Life — The SB906 smart lithium-ion battery pack supports all-day conference schedules and charges rapidly when returned to the MXW charging station.
• 160-Foot Wireless Range — Adjustable transmit power provides reliable wireless coverage up to 50 meters, accommodating larger conference rooms and open-plan meeting areas.
• Room Control System Integration — Can be remotely muted and unmuted via a room control system, enabling centralized AV management and automated meeting room control workflows.
• Programmable Mute Button — Configurable as push-to-talk, push-to-mute, or push-on/push-off; single mute action can simultaneously control multiple transmitters in a shared space.
• Earphone Jack — 3.5 mm earphone output allows users to monitor translation, cueing, or program audio directly from the boundary unit during multilingual sessions.
• Out-of-Range Alert — Notifies the user when the transmitter moves out of the access point coverage area, prompting return to the charging station.
• Defeatable Power Switch — Power button can be locked out to prevent accidental shutdown during managed, unattended conferencing room configurations.

Typical Applications

• Conference room boundary microphone for multi-participant table deployments
• Boardroom wireless audio with room control system integration
• Government space and legal proceeding microphone requiring encrypted transmission
• Commercial meeting space and huddle room wireless boundary solution
• Multi-purpose room and all-hands room flexible wireless microphone infrastructure

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the MXW6X/C-Z10 (cardioid) and MXW6X/O-Z10 (omnidirectional)?
The cardioid version focuses on talkers seated directly in front of the boundary, reducing pickup of noise from other directions. The omnidirectional version captures speech from a 360-degree pattern and suits round-table or multiple-talker configurations where participants are positioned on all sides.

Does the MXW6X/C-Z10 require its own dedicated access point?
No. Multiple MXW6X transmitters share a Microflex Wireless neXt 2 access point transceiver (such as the MXWAPXD2), allowing several boundaries to operate simultaneously in the same room through a single access point.

Can this boundary be integrated into a Crestron or AMX room control system?
Yes. The MXW6X supports remote mute/unmute commands from a room control system, enabling it to be controlled through Crestron, AMX, Q-SYS, or similar control platforms via the MXW network infrastructure.

What is the warranty on the MXW6X/C-Z10?
Shure provides a two-year limited warranty. For commercial AV procurement and support, contact Creation Networks at creationnetworks.net.