Shure IH 6500 - Interpreter Headset Manual

Introduction

The IH 6500 Interpreter Headset provides exceptional audio quality, comfort, and durability for interpreters. The condenser microphone delivers natural, highly-intelligible vocal reproduction.

• Dual-sided headset designed for use with Shure DIS interpreter stations
• Supra-aural design with comfortable, lightweight construction
• Directional condenser microphone for clear, intelligible speech during important events
• Meets the European Union ISO requirement for interpreter headsets
• Flexible boom microphone pivots 270 degrees for left or right side wear and precise positioning
• Removable ear pads allow easy cleaning and are optional during use
• Terminates to two 3.5 mm connectors and includes adapter for backwards compatibility with older DIS interpreter stations
• Legendary Shure durability designed under rigorous quality standards to withstand the demands of everyday professional use

Care and Maintenance

Clean using a soft, damp cloth.

Do not use cleansers that contain solvents. Keep liquid and foreign objects out of the driver openings.

Wearing the Headset

Adjust the headband for a comfortable fit.

Position the boom so the microphone is within 13 mm (1/2 inch) of the corner of your mouth. To avoid "popping" or other breath noise, do not place directly in front of mouth.

The boom swivel allows the headset to be worn on either side of your face.

Find More Information Online

For more information, visit http://www.shure.com

Replacement Parts

Specifications

Weight

Cable
2 m, 5-conductor, 2x 3.5 mm (1/8") TRS

Environmental Conditions

Type
Electret Condenser

Polar Pattern
Supercardioid

Frequency Response
20 to 20,000 Hz

Output Impedance
2,000 Ω

Sensitivity
at 1 kHz
−48 dBV/Pa* (4 mV)

Polarity
Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on tip with respect to sleeve (ground) of microphone output phone plug connector

Headphone

Transducer Type
Dynamic, Neodymium magnet

Driver Size
40 mm

Frequency Response
20 to 20,000 Hz

Sensitivity
@ 1 kHz
116 dB SPL/mW

Impedance
@ 1 kHz
120 Ω

Maximum Input Power
200 mW

Cable Wiring

Dual 3.5 mm (1/8") Connectors

Performance Characteristics

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

The possible results of incorrect use are marked by one of the two symbols—"WARNING" and "CAUTION"—depending on the imminence of the danger and the severity of the damage.

Ignoring these warnings may cause severe injury or death as a result of incorrect operation.

Ignoring these cautions may cause moderate injury or property damage as a result of incorrect operation.

• Never disassemble or modify the device, as failures may result.
• Do not subject to extreme force and do not pull on the cable or failures may result.
• Keep the product dry and avoid exposure to extreme temperatures and humidity.

• If water or other foreign objects enter the inside of the device, fire or electric shock may result.
• Do not attempt to modify this product. Doing so could result in personal injury and/or product failure.

This device is able to produce sound volume higher than 85 dB SPL. Please check your maximum allowed continuous noise exposure level based on your national employment protection requirements.

LISTENING TO AUDIO AT EXCESSIVE VOLUMES CAN CAUSE PERMANENT HEARING DAMAGE. USE AS LOW A VOLUME AS POSSIBLE. Over exposure to excessive sound levels can damage your ears resulting in permanent noise induced hearing loss (NIHL). Please use the following guidelines established by the Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) on maximum time exposure to sound pressure levels before hearing damage occurs.