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HD 46
HME 46
Instructions for use
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Safety instructions Please read these instructions carefully and completely before using the headset. Make these instructions easily accessible to all users at all times. Always include these instructions when passing the headset on to third parties. The headset is capable of producing sound pressure levels exceeding 85dB(A). In many countries 85 dB(A) is the maximum legally permissible level for continuous noise exposure during the working day. Exposure to sounds of higher volume levels or
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Intended use of the headset Intended use includes: • having read these instructions especially the chapter “Safety instructions”. • use of the headset in jet aircraft and within the operating conditions as described in these instructions. Improper use Improper use means use of the headset other than as described in these instructions or use under operating conditions different from those described in these instructions. 2
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HD 46 / HME 46 The HD 46 headphones and the HME 46 headset feature dynamic, open headphones. The noise-compensating condenser microphone ensures excellent speech trans- mission even in noisy environments. Designed for use in aircraft cockpits. Features Extremely lightweight Extremely comfortable to wear due to the patented two-piece automatic headband and soft ear pads Peak level protection safeguards you from volume peaks above 110 dB “Flip-away” headphone allows single-sided listening Fl
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Delivery includes HD 46 headphones / HME 46 headset Cable clip Wind and pop screen (except HD 46-K1) Instructions for use Carry bag EASA Form 1 Operation Turning the microphone boom (except HD 46) The microphone boom can be rotated. This allows the headset to be worn with the microphone boom positioned on either the left or right-hand side of the head. 4
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Putting on the headset When putting on the headset, the patented two-piece headband adjusts automatically. Positioning the microphone (except HD 46) Bend the flexible microphone boom so that the micro- phone is placed at the corner of the mouth. Maintain a distance of approx. 2 cm between microphone and mouth. 5
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Flipping away one earcup The headset features a “flip-away” earcup for single- sided listening. Adjusting the volume directly on the audio system Connect the headset to the corresponding sockets of your audio system. Adjust the volume directly on the audio system. Hearing damage due to high volumes! CAUTION! This headset is capable of producing high sound pressure levels. Higher volumes or longer durations can damage your hearing! Set the volume to a medium level. Make sure that you can hear cr
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Adjusting the volume via the slide volume controls (HME 46-V-K only) The two slide volume controls and allow you to adjust the volume for the left and right channel separately. Changing the left and right audio channel (HME 46-V-K only) The position “R” or “L” of the BOOM switch corresponds to the position of the microphone on the left or right side of the mouth. When the microphone boom is rotated to permit left or right side microphone orientation, the BOOM switch allows you to co
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Adjusting the microphone sensitivity The microphone sensitivity has been factory pre-set to 80mV/Pa as per RTCA DO-214. You can change the microphone sensitivity by turning a small screwdriver in the direction of the arrow. + – 8
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Care and maintenance Cleaning the headset Use a soft, slightly damp cloth to clean the headset from time to time. If the headset is very dirty, use a cloth dampened with mild, soapy water. Danger of short-circuit due to the ingress of CAUTION! water! Water entering the housing of the headset can cause a short-circuit and damage the electronics. Use only a slightly damp cloth to clean the headset. Do not use any solvents or cleansing agents. Replacing the earpads For reasons of hygiene, the black
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Accessories and spare parts By changing the cable, you can simply retrofit your headset (see “Product variants” on page 11). Cable -C Cat. No. 500840 Cable -K Cat. No. 500841 Cable -K1 (HD 46 only) Cat. No. 500970 Cable -N Cat. No. 500843 Cable -V-K Cat. No. 500847 MZQ 2002 cable clip Cat. No. 044740 HZC 08 cable clip Cat. No. 525787 Earpads (1 pair) Cat. No. 515295 Earpads (100 pairs) Cat. No. 515296 HZH 46 hygiene pads (200 pairs) Cat. No. 502194 Wind and pop screen (1 item) Cat. No
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Product variants Variant Description Single-sided round (Cat. No.) cable (Part Number) HD 46 Dynamic – (500899) headphones (046-69) HD 46-K1 Dynamic with ¼“ (6,3 mm) jack (500462) headphones plug, (046-69-999-0931) length 1.85 m HME 46 Headset with – (500850) condenser (046-55) microphone HME 46-C Headset with with XLR-5 connector, (500464) condenser length 1.85 m (046-55-999-0231) microphone HME 46-K Headset with with ¼“ (6.3 mm) jack (500470) condenser plug (headphones) (046-55-999-0131
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Connector assignment HME 46-C Solder side 1 Audio Hi 3 2 4 2 Audio Lo 3 Microphone Hi 1 5 4 Microphone Lo 5 not assigned HD 46-K1 and HME 46-K ¼" (6.3 mm) jack plug PJ-068 equivalent 12 3 12 3 1 Audio Hi 1 not assigned 2 not assigned 2 Microphone Hi 3 Audio Lo 3 Microphone Lo HME 46-N Solder side 1 Audio Hi 2 Audio Lo 3 not assigned 4 Microphone Lo 5 Microphone Hi 6 not assigned 7 not assigned 8 not assigned 12
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HME 46-V-K ¼" (6.3 mm) jack plug PJ-068 equivalent 12 3 12 3 1 Audio Hi left 1 not assigned 2 Audio Hi right 2 Microphone Hi 3 Audio Lo 3 Microphone Lo Specifications HD 46 headphones Headphones Transducer principle dynamic, open Ear coupling supra-aural Frequency response 20–14,000 Hz Impedance 600 Ω Characteristic SPL 93 dB SPL at 1 kHz, 1 mW 95 dB SPL at 1 kHz, 1 V THD < 1 % at 110 dB SPL (350–3,000 Hz) Contact pressure approx. 3 N General data Temperature range Operation: –15 °C to 55 °C
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Specifications HME 46 headsets Headphones Transducer principle dynamic, open Ear coupling supra-aural Frequency response 20–14,000 Hz Impedance mono/stereo 600 Ω/ 1,200 Ω Characteristic SPL 93 dB SPL at 1 kHz, 1 mW, mono 95 dB SPL at 1 kHz, 1 V THD < 1 % at 110 dB SPL (350–3,000 Hz) Contact pressure approx. 3 N Microphone Type MKE 46 Transducer principle pre-polarized condenser microphone, noise-compensating Frequency response 350–6,000 Hz Output voltage adjustable from 17–100 mV/Pa, 80 m
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Manufacturer Declarations Warranty regulations The guarantee period for this Sennheiser product is 60 months from the date of purchase. Excluded are accessory items, rechargeable or disposable batteries that are delivered with the product; due to their characteristics these products have a shorter service life that is principally dependent on the individual frequency of use. The guarantee period starts from the date of original purchase. For this reason, we recommend that the sales receipt be r
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CE Declaration of Conformity This equipment is in compliance with the essential require- ments and other relevant provisions of Directive 89/336/EU. The declaration is available on the internet site at www.sennheiser.com. Before putting the device into operation, please observe the respective country-specific regulations! 16
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Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG 30900 Wedemark, Germany Phone +49 (5130) 600 0 Fax +49 (5130) 600 300 www.sennheiser.com Printed in Germany Publ. 04/08 515804/A01
