Sennheiser HME 43-3S User manual

Instruction manual

HME 43-3S

HME 43-3

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Safety instructions

yPlease read this instruction manual carefully and

completely before using the headset.

yMake this instruction manual easily accessible to all

users at all times.

yAlways include this instruction manual when passing

the headset on to third parties.

yThe 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 for longer durations

can permanently damage your hearing!

yNever repair or attempt to repair a defective headset

yourself. Contact your Sennheiser agent or the

Sennheiser Service Department.

yOnly replace those parts of the headset whose

replacement is described in this manual. All other parts

of the headset must be replaced by your Sennheiser

agent.

yProtect 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:

yhaving read this instruction manual especially the

chapter “Safety instructions”.

yusing the headset within the operating conditions as

described in this instruction manual.

Improper use means using the headset other than as

described in this instruction manual, or under operating

conditions which differ from those described herein.

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The HME 43-3/HME 43-3S headset

The HME 43-3/HME 46-3S headset features dynamic

headphones. The noise-compensating microphone

ensures excellent speech transmission even in noisy

environments. Designed for air traffic control and other

communication purposes.

Features:

yExtremely lightweight

yExtremely comfortable to wear due to the patented

two-piece automatic headband and soft earpads

yActiveGard™ safeguards you from the effects of an

acoustic burst

yFlexible microphone boom, can be worn on either left or

right-hand side

yNoise-compensating microphone ensures excellent

speech transmission

Delivery includes

1 HME 43-3/HME 43-3S headset

1 cable clip

1 carry bag

2 foam earpads HME 43-3

1 foam earpad HME 43-3S

1 wind and pop screen

1 instruction manual

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Operation

Wearing the headset

왘Adjust the length of the headband to fit your head

size or shape.

Note:

The earpads should exert a slight pressure on the ears.

왘Holding the headset with two hands, carefully bend

the headband to adjust it to a snug but comfortable

fit.

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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.

Positioning the microphone

왘Bend the flexible microphone boom so that the micro-

phone is placed at the corner of the mouth.

Note:

Maintain a distance of approx. 2cm between

microphone and mouth.

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Replacing the wind screen

If the wind screen shows signs of wear such as tears or

holes, replace the wind screen.

왘Pull the wind screen from the microphone.

왘Gently slide-on the new wind screen.

Notes:

yIn order to avoid pop noise, always use the

microphone with the supplied wind and pop screen!

yEnsure that the wind screen fits securely over the

microphone.

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Adjusting the volume directly on the audio system

왘Connect the headset to the corresponding sockets of

your audio system. Adjust the volume directly on the

audio system.

Adjusting the microphone sensitivity

The microphone sensitivity has been factory pre-set to

300 mV/Pa.

왘Remove the sticker as shown in the diagram.

왘Change the microphone sensitivity by turning a

screwdriver in the direction of the arrow.

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!

왘Set the volume to a medium level. Make

sure that you can hear critical sounds such

as warning alarms.

CAUTION!

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Storage and transportation

왘Turn the microphone into the position shown in the

diagram. Rotate the earcups by 90°.

왘Use the supplied carrying bag for storage and

transportation.

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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.

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.

왘Use only a slightly damp cloth to clean the

headset. Do not use any solvents or

cleansing agents.

CAUTION!

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