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Air Traffic Control
HMD 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 85 dB(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 within the operating conditions as described in these instructions. Improper use Improper use means use of the headset other than as de- scribed in these instructions or use under operating con- ditions different from those described in these instruc- tions. 2
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HMD 46 / HME 46 The HMD 46 / HME 46 headset features dynamic, open headphones. The noise-compensating microphone ensures excellent speech transmission even in noisy environments. Designed for air traffic control, intercom systems and other communication purposes. Features Extremely lightweight Extremely comfortable to wear due to the patented two-piece automatic headband and soft ear pads ActiveGard™ safeguards you from the effects of an acoustic burst (except HMD 46-31 and HME 46-31) “Flip-
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Delivery includes HMD 46 / HME 46 headset Cable clip Wind and pop screen Instructions for use Operation Turning the microphone boom 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 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. CAUTION! Hearing damage due to high volumes! 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 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. + – 7
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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. CAUTION! Danger of short-circuit due to the ingress of 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 head- set (see “Product variants” on page 10). Cable -6 Cat. No. 500836 Cable -7 Cat. No. 502360 Cable -L Cat. No. 502365 Cable -PTT-6 Cat. No. 500844 Cable -PTT-6-1 Cat. No. 502418 Cable -PTT-L Cat. No. 500845 Cable -PTT-LA Cat. No. 502187 Cable D-3PTT-M Cat. No. 500930 Cable E-3PTT-M Cat. No. 500931 MZQ 2002 cable clip Cat. No. 044740 HZC 08 cable clip Cat. No. 525787 Earpads (1 pair) Cat. No. 515295 E
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Product variants Variant Microphone Single-sided round cable (Cat. No.) type HMD 46-3 Dynamic mic – (500849) HMD 46-31 Dynamic mic – (502483) HMD 46-3-6 Dynamic mic with open ends, (500466) length 1.85 m HMD 46-3PTT-M Dynamic mic with PTT button and (500873) mini DIN plug, length 1.85 m HME 46-3 Condenser mic – (500857) HME 46-31 Condenser mic – (502484) HME 46-3-6 Condenser mic with open ends, (500467) length 1.85 m HME 46-3PTT-M Condenser mic with PTT button and (500874) mini DIN plug, len
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Cable and connector assignment Headset connector Lato saldato white Audio Hi left orange Audio Hi right brown Audio Lo left green Audio Lo right yellow not assigned red Microphone Hi Steel wire cable, blue Microphone Lo length 1.85 m Screen Screen Cable -6 white Audio Hi left orange Audio Hi right brown Audio Lo left green Audio Lo right yellow not assigned red Microphone Hi blue Microphone Lo Screen Screen Cable -7 (steel wire cable) red Microphone Hi blue Microphone Lo Screen Screen yellow
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Cable -L Solder side 1 Audio Hi right 2 Audio Lo right 3 not assigned 2 3 4 Screen 49 1 5 Audio Hi left 8 6 Audio Lo left 10 5 7 Microphone Hi 7 6 8 Microphone Lo 9 Bridge to pin 10 10 Bridge to pin 9 Cable -PTT-6 white Audio Hi left orange Audio Hi right brown Audio Lo left green Audio Lo right yellow PTT black PTT approx. 1.5 m approx. 0.3 m red Microphone Hi blue Microphone Lo approx. 1.85 m Screen Screen Cable -PTT-6-1 white Audio Hi left orange Audio Hi right brown Audi
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HME 46-3PTT-L Solder side 1 Audio Hi left 2 Audio Lo left 3 PTT 2 3 4 PTT (bridge to pin 10) 49 1 5 Audio Lo right 8 6 Audio Hi right 10 5 7 Microphone Hi 7 6 8 Microphone Lo 9 Screen 10 PTT (bridge to pin 4) HME 46-3PTT-LA Solder side 1 Audio Hi right 2 Audio Lo right 3 PTT 6 7 4 PTT / screen / bridge to pin 9 10 9 8 5 5 Audio Hi left 6 Audio Lo left 4 1 7 Microphone Hi 3 2 8 Microphone Lo 9 Bridge to pin 4 / PTT / screen 10 75- Ω resistor between pin 4
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Specifications HMD 46-3 Headphones Transducer principle dynamic, open Ear coupling supra-aural Frequency response 20–14,000 Hz Impedance 300 Ω per system Characteristic SPL 95 dB SPL at 1 kHz, 1 mW, mono 83 dB SPL at 1 kHz, 1 V THD < 1 % at 95 dB SPL (350–3,000 Hz) Contact pressure approx. 3 N Microphone Type MD 46-413 Transducer principle dynamic, noise-compensating Frequency response 100–12,000 Hz Output voltage 0.5 mV/Pa Impedance 200 Ω General data Temperature range Operation: –15 °C to
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Specifications HME 46-3 Headphones Transducer principle dynamic, open Ear coupling supra-aural Frequency response 20–14,000 Hz Impedance 300 Ω per system Characteristic SPL 95 dB SPL at 1 kHz, 1 mW, mono 83 dB SPL at 1 kHz, 1 V THD < 1 % at 95 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 100–15,000 Hz Output voltage adjustable from 17–100 mV/Pa, (HME 46-3, -3-6, 80 mV
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Specifications HMD 46-31 Headphones Transducer principle dynamic, open Ear coupling supra-aural Frequency response 20–14,000 Hz Impedance 300 Ω per system Characteristic SPL 103 dB SPL at 1 kHz, 1 mW, mono 83 dB SPL at 1 kHz, 1 V THD < 1 % at 95 dB SPL (350–3,000 Hz) Contact pressure approx. 3 N Microphone Type MD 46-413 Transducer principle dynamic, noise-compensating Frequency response 100–12,000 Hz Output voltage 0.5 mV/Pa Impedance 200 Ω General data Temperature range Operation: –15 °C t
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Specifications HME 46-31 Headphones Transducer principle dynamic, open Ear coupling supra-aural Frequency response 20–14,000 Hz Impedance 300 Ω per system Characteristic SPL 103 dB SPL at 1 kHz, 1 mW, mono 83 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 100–15,000 Hz Output voltage adjustable from 17–100 mV/Pa, 80 mV/Pa (factory
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Manufacturer Declarations Warranty regulations The guarantee period for this Sennheiser product is 24 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
