All other parts of the headset must be replaced by your Sennheiser agent. Protect the headset from wetness. Use only a slightly damp cloth to clean the headset. For information on how to clean the headset, contact your Sennheiser agent.
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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 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.
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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...
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.
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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.
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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.
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Adjusting the volume via the slide volume controls (HME 46-V-K only) The two slide volume controls 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.
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Adjusting the microphone sensitivity The microphone sensitivity has been factory pre-set to 80 mV/Pa as per RTCA DO-214. You can change the microphone sensitivity by turning a small screwdriver in the direction of the arrow. –...
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...
¼“ (6,3 mm) jack plug, length 1.85 m – with XLR-5 connector, length 1.85 m with ¼“ (6.3 mm) jack plug (headphones) and PJ-068 equivalent (microphone), length 1.85 m with 8-pin Neutricon connector, length 1.85 m As HME-46-K, with...
Connector assignment HME 46-C Solder side Audio Hi Audio Lo Microphone Hi Microphone Lo not assigned HD 46-K1 and HME 46-K ¼" (6.3 mm) jack plug 1 2 3 Audio Hi not assigned Audio Lo HME 46-N Solder side 1 Audio Hi 2 Audio Lo 3 not assigned 4 Microphone Lo...
Temperature range Weight without cable PJ-068 equivalent not assigned Microphone Hi Microphone Lo HD 46 headphones dynamic, open supra-aural 20–14,000 Hz 93 dB SPL at 1 kHz, 1 mW 95 dB SPL at 1 kHz, 1 V < 1 % at 110 dB SPL (350–3,000 Hz)
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Specifications Headphones Transducer principle Ear coupling Frequency response Impedance mono/stereo 600 Characteristic SPL Contact pressure Microphone Type Transducer principle Frequency response Output voltage Terminating impedance 150–2,200 Supply voltage General data Temperature range Weight without cable HME 46 headsets dynamic, open supra-aural 20–14,000 Hz...
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.
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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!
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