Broadcast HMD 26 HMDC 26 HME 26 Instruction manual
Book_523984_1208_SP7.book Seite 1 Montag, 5. Januar 2009 10:09 10 Safety instructions y Please read these instructions carefully and completely before using the headset. y Make these instructions easily accessible to all users at all times. y Always include these instructions when passing the headset on to third parties. y The headset is capable of producing sound pressure levels exceeding 85 dB(A).
Book_523984_1208_SP7.book Seite 2 Montag, 5. Januar 2009 10:09 10 Intended use of the headset Intended use includes: • having read this instruction manual especially the chapter “Safety instructions”. • using the headset within the operating conditions as described in this instruction manual. Improper use Improper use means using the headset other than as described in this instruction manual, or under operating conditions which differ from those described herein.
Book_523984_1208_SP7.book Seite 3 Montag, 5. Januar 2009 10:09 10 HMD 26 / HME 26 / HMDC 26 The HMD 26/HMe 26/HMDC 26 headsets feature dynamic, closed headphones. The noise-compensating microphone of the HMD 26 and HMEC 26 ensures excellent speech transmission even in noisy environments. The headsets have been designed for broadcast use, e.g. for outdoor broadcast or broadcast van applications. The HMDC 26 features NoiseGard™ active noise compensation.
Book_523984_1208_SP7.book Seite 4 Montag, 5. Januar 2009 10:09 10 Delivery includes y 1 HMD 26 / HME 26 / HMDC 26 headset y 1 cable clip y 1 wind and pop screen y 1 instruction manual Operation Turning the microphone boom The microphone boom can be rotated by 180°. This allows the headset to be worn with the microphone boom positioned on either the left or right-hand side of the head.
Book_523984_1208_SP7.book Seite 5 Montag, 5. Januar 2009 10:09 10 Switching the microphone transmission off If, during turning, the microphone boom is in the middle position (90°), the microphone transmission will be switched off in order to prevent disturbing noise. Putting on the headset When putting on the headset, the patented two-piece headband adjusts automatically.
Book_523984_1208_SP7.book Seite 6 Montag, 5. Januar 2009 10:09 10 Positioning the microphone Bend the flexible microphone boom so that the microphone is placed at the corner of the mouth. Maintain a distance of approx. 2 cm between microphone and mouth. Always use the supplied wind and pop screen. Flipping away one earcup The headset features a “flip-away” earcup for singlesided listening.
Book_523984_1208_SP7.book Seite 7 Montag, 5. Januar 2009 10:09 10 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 critical environmental sounds.
Book_523984_1208_SP7.book Seite 8 Montag, 5. Januar 2009 10:09 10 Operating control for HMDC 26 in conjunction with cable -B-6 Operating control 쐃 NoiseGard™ ON/OFF switch 쐇 LED Switching NoiseGard™ on/off The NoiseGard™ ON/OFF switch 쐃 allows you to switch the NoiseGard™ active noise compensation on or off. With NoiseGard™ switched off, the headset can be used as a conventional headset. Set the NoiseGard™ ON/OFF switch 쐃 to the desired position: ON: NoiseGard™ is switched on.
Book_523984_1208_SP7.book Seite 9 Montag, 5. Januar 2009 10:09 10 Powering NoiseGard™ via two (rechargeable) batteries Insert two 1.5 V AA alkaline batteries (IEC LR 6) or two 1.2 V AA rechargeable batteries (IEC LR 6). Observe correct polarity when inserting the batteries. The operating time with batteries/rechargeable batteries is approx. 100 hours. With NoiseGard™ switched on (see page 8), the LED 쐇 provides information on the remaining battery/ rechargeable battery capacity.
Book_523984_1208_SP7.book Seite 10 Montag, 5. Januar 2009 10:09 10 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. Do not use any solvents or cleansing agents. 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.
Book_523984_1208_SP7.book Seite 11 Montag, 5. Januar 2009 10:09 10 Accessories and spare parts By changing the cable, you can simply retrofit your headset (see “Product variants” on page 13).
Book_523984_1208_SP7.book Seite 12 Montag, 5. Januar 2009 10:09 10 y Cable clip MZQ 2002 y Cable clip HZC 08 Cat. No. 044740 Cat. No.
Book_523984_1208_SP7.book Seite 13 Montag, 5. Januar 2009 10:09 10 Product variants Variant (Cat. No.
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Book_523984_1208_SP7.book Seite 16 Montag, 5. Januar 2009 10:09 10 Cable -X3K1/cable - H-X3K1 (HMD/HME) ¼" (6.3 mm) jack plug XLR-3 connector 2 1 1 2 3 3 Solder side 1 Screen 2 Microphone Hi 3 Microphone Lo Solder side 1 Audio Hi left 2 Audio Hi right 3 Audio Lo Cable -X3K1-P48 (HME*) XLR-3 connector ¼" (6.
Book_523984_1208_SP7.book Seite 17 Montag, 5. Januar 2009 10:09 10 Specifications Headphones Transducer principle Ear coupling Frequency response Impedance HMD 26-600 HMD 26-600S HMD 26-100 Characteristic SPL HMD 26-600/-600S HMD 26-100 Max.
Book_523984_1208_SP7.book Seite 18 Montag, 5. Januar 2009 10:09 10 Specifications Headphones Transducer principle Ear coupling Frequency response Impedance HME 26-600 HME 26-600S HME 26-100 Characteristic SPL HME 26-600/-600S HME 26-100 Max.
Book_523984_1208_SP7.book Seite 19 Montag, 5. Januar 2009 10:09 10 Manufacturer Declarations Warranty Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG gives a warranty of 2 years on this product. For the current warranty conditions, please visit our web site at www.sennheiser.com or contact your Sennheiser partner. CE Declaration of Conformity This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2004/108/EU. The declaration is available at www.sennheiser.com.
Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany www.sennheiser.com Printed in Germany Publ.
