Sennheiser HSP 4 manual

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    HSP 2 Bedienungsanleitung Instructions for use Notice d‘emploi Istruzioni per l‘uso Instrucciones d e uso Gebruiksaanwijzi ng HSP 4 Book_HSP_2_4_xx xxxx_xxxx.book Seite 1 Mo ntag, 19. Mai 2008 11:06 11[...]

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    1 Contents Safety instructions ................. .................... ..................... .................... ... 2 Delivery includes ................. .................... ..................... .................... ....... 3 HSP 2/HSP 4 ..................... ................ ..................... .................... ............... 4 Putting t[...]

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    2 Safety instructions • Please read these instructions carefully and co mpletely before using the device. • Make these instructions easily accessi ble to all users at all times. • Always include these instructio ns when passing the device on to third parties. • W ater entering the housi ng of the device can cause a short- circuit and damage[...]

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    3 Delivery includes Delivery of the HSP 2/ HSP 4 includes: 1 boom microphone 1 neckband 5 clips 1 silicone tube 1 conne ction ca ble 1 plastic transport case, foam-lined wi th cut-outs 1 windshield (HSP 4 only) 2 caps, short and long (HSP 2 only) 1 instruction manual 1 Warranty Certificate Book_HSP_2_4_xx xxxx_xxxx.book Seite 3 Mo ntag, 19. Mai 200[...]

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    4 HSP 2/HSP 4 HSP 2 and HSP 4 are high-quality condenser headmics designed for professional “hands free” applications. Their adjustab le neckband is visu ally unobtrusiv e and very comfortab le to wear. The 24 available HSP variants differ in size, col or and connector (see “HSP 2 cable var iants” on pa ge 11 and “HSP 4 cable variants” [...]

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    5 Putting the HSP 2 into operation The HSP 2 is ready for operation on delivery. The mic rophone can be wo rn on t he le f t or ri gh t s i de of th e m ou th . I f y o u d o not want to change sid es, continue on page 7. Attaching the microphone to the left or right side The neckband has as a clip which is designed so that the microphone boom can [...]

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    6 T o reattach the microphone boom: 왘  First press the microphone boom and then the neckband into the clip as shown. 왘  Close the clip. R L     Book_HSP_2_4_xx xxxx_xxxx.book Seite 6 Mo ntag, 19. Mai 2008 11:06 11[...]

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    7 Adjusting the microphone boom and the neckband For best possible comfort and optimum fit of the headmic, the neckband and the microphone b o o m h a v e t o b e a d j u s t e d t o properly fit your head. Position ing the microph one towa rds the corner of the mouth T o individually position the microphone: 왘 Bend the neckband  at the clip t[...]

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    8 Adjusting the neckband The neckband is flexible and ensures an optimum fit. 왘 Change the length of the neckband until a snug but comfortable fit is achieved. 왘 If necessary, adjust the neck- band at the ea rhooks. Attaching the cable to the cable grip 왘 Attach the microphone cable to the cable grip in the centre of the neckband. Note: When [...]

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    9 Windshields for the HSP 2 The quality of outdoor recordi ngs and close miking can be impaired by wind noise. An effecti ve attenuation of wind noise can be obtained by using the MZW 2 and the MZW 02 windshields. T o begin with, use the MZW 2 windshie ld  which reduces wind noise by a maximum of 20 dB. With the additional MZW 02 foam windshie l[...]

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    10 T reble boost using the frequency response caps You r HSP 2 headmic is sup plied with two differ ent frequen cy response caps. These caps allow you to adjust the mi crophone’s sensitivity in the presence area (see “Frequency response curve HSP 2” on page 24): • Short cap: MZC 2-1 (treble boost of 2 dB ) • Long cap: MZC 2-2 (trebl e boo[...]

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    11 HSP 2 cable variants The headmics are available in tw o sizes. The -M variants have smaller neckbands and shorter microphone booms. Connection cable with 3-pin lock able special connector Suitable for Sennheiser SK 50, SK 250, SK 5012 and SK 3063 bodypack transmitters. Steel wire cable with 3.5 mm mini-jack Suitable for SK 100, SK 300 and SK 500[...]

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    12 Putting the HSP 4 into operation The HSP 4 is ready for op eration on delivery. The microp hone can be wo rn on th e lef t or ri gh t s id e o f th e m ou th . I f y ou do not want to change sides, continue on page 14. Attaching the microphone to the lef t or right side The neckband has as a clip which is designed so that the microphone boom can[...]

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    13 T o reattach the microphone boom: 왘  First press the microphone boom and then the neckband into the clip as shown. 왘  Close the clip. R L     HSP2-4_GB.fm Seite 13 M ontag, 19. Mai 2 008 11:38 11[...]

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    14 Adjusting the microphone boom and the neckband For best possible comfort and optimum fi t of the headmic, the neckband and the microphone boom have to be adjusted t o properly f it your h ead. Positioning the microphone towa rds the corner of the mouth T o individually position the microphone: 왘 Bend the neckband  at the clip to adjust the [...]

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    15 Attaching the sound in let basket Notes: – Do not position the microphone directly in front of your mouth as it will pick up your breathing and plosive noi ses from your mouth. In addition, moisture can adversel y affect the sound and performance of you r microphone. – When attaching the sound inlet basket, make sure that it locks into place[...]

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    16 Attaching the cable to the cable grip 왘 Attach the microphone cable to the cable grip in the centre of the neckband. Note: When attaching the thi n cable, make sure you als o press the small cable sleeve into the cable grip or the cabl e will fall out. Book_HSP_2_4_xx xxxx_xxxx.book Seite 16 M ontag, 19. Mai 2008 11:06 11[...]

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    17 HSP 4 cable variants The headmics are available in tw o sizes. The -M variants have smaller neckbands and shorter microphone booms. Connection cable with 3-pin lock able special connector Suitable for Sennheiser SK 50, SK 250, SK 5012 and SK 3063 bodypack transmitters. Steel wire cable with 3.5 mm mini-jack Suitable for SK 100, SK 300 and SK 500[...]

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    18 Care and maintenance Cleaning the sound inlet basket (HSP 4 only) 왘 T o clea n or replace the sound inlet basket, ca refully pull it from the caps ule. 왘 Moisten a small brush (bristle brush or toothbrush) wi th isopropyl alcoho l. 왘 Carefully br ush off the sound inlet bask et. 왘 Allow the sound inle t basket to air dry for approx. 1 ho[...]

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    19 Cleaning the contacts of the connection cable Over time, salt depo sits from sw eat can build up on the connector and the socket. Clean the connecto r and the socket using standa rd isopropyl alcohol. T o loosen the connection: 왘 Slide the silicone tube aside. 왘 Insert your fingernail into the join. 왘 Pull the connector and the socket apar[...]

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    20 왘 Dry the connector and the socket using a soft clo th or a small piece of cotton wool a nd carefully tap them off. 왘 Allow the connector and the socket to air dry for approx. 1 hour so that the remaining isopropyl alcohol can evaporate. 왘 Slide the silicone tube onto the connector. 왘 Connect the connector to the socket. Book_HSP_2_4_xx [...]

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    21 Accessories/spare parts The following accessories a nd/or spare parts are available for the HSP 2 / HSP 4: Spare parts for HSP 2 Parts Cat. No. Boom microphone, omni-d irectional, beige 511711 Boom microphone, omni-dir ectional, anthrac ite 511712 HSP-M boom microphone, omni-directional, anthracite 51528 0 HSP-M boom microphone, omni-directional[...]

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    22 HSP-M boom microphone, cardioid, anthracite 515282 HSP-M boom microphone, cardioid, beige 515283 Windshield cap, cardioid, anthracite 511715 Windshield cap, cardioid, beige 511716 MZW 4 foam windshield, black 510862 MZW 4 foam windshield, beige 510863 Set of clips for HSP 4, beige 528167 Set of clips for HSP 4, black 528168 Spare parts for HSP 2[...]

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    23 Specifications Specifications HSP 2/HSP 2-M Neckband Frequency response 20 − 20,000 Hz ±3 dB Pick-up pattern omni-directional Nominal impedance (at 1 kHz) 1 k Ω Min. terminating impedance 4.7 k Ω Sensitivity 2 mV/Pa ± 3 dB Diameter of mic capsule 4.8 mm Max. sound pressure level 150 dB Equivalent noise level 28 dB (A) Supply current a ppro[...]

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    24 Polar diagram HSP 2 Frequency response curve HSP 2 0° 5 10 15 20 25 dB 30° 60° 90° 30° 60° 90° 120° 150° 180° 150° 120° 2000 Hz 4000 Hz 8000 Hz 16000 Hz 125 Hz 250 Hz 500 Hz 1000 Hz 0 - 50 - 55 - 60 - 65 - 70 20 50 100 200 500 1000 2000 5000 10000 20000 Hz - 45 - 40 - 35 dBv without cap with MZC 2-1 cap, short with MZC 2-2 cap, long [...]

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    25 Specifications HSP 4/HSP 4-M Neckband Frequency response 40 − 20,000 Hz ±3 dB Pick-up pattern cardioid Nominal impedance (at 1 kHz) 1 k Ω Min. terminating impedance 4.7 k Ω Sensitivity 4 mV/Pa ±3 dB Diameter of mic capsule 8.4 mm Max. sound pressure level 150 dB Equivalent noise level 37 dB (A) Supply current a pprox. 250 μ A Power supply[...]

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    26 Polar diagram HSP 4 Frequency response curve HSP 4 0° 5 10 15 20 25 dB 30° 60° 90° 30° 60° 90° 120° 150° 180° 150° 120° 2000 Hz 4000 Hz 8000 Hz 16000 Hz 125 Hz 250 Hz 500 Hz 1000 Hz 0 20 50 100 200 500 1000 2000 5000 10000 20000 Hz dBv 0°, 1 m 90°, 1 m - 50 - 55 - 60 - 65 - 70 - 45 - 40 - 35 0°, 1 cm Book_HSP_2_4_xx xxxx_xxxx.book[...]

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    27 Manufacturer Declarations W arranty 2 years CE Declaration of Conformity This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2004/108/EC. The declaration is ava ilable on the Internet a t www.sennheiser.com. WEEE Declaration Please dispose of this pr oduct at the end of its operational lifet[...]

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    Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG Am Labor 1, 30900 Wed emark, Germany Phone +49 (5130) 600 0 Printed in Germany Fax +49 (5130) 600 300 Publ. 01/08 www.sennheiser.com 527045/A01 Book_HSP_2_4_xx xxxx_xxxx.book Seite 1 Mo ntag, 19. Mai 2008 11:06 11[...]