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HME 46
Instructions for use
HD 46


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Safety instructions
Please
read
these
instructions
carefully
and
completely before using the headset.
Make these instructions easily accessible to all users
at all times.
Always include these instructions when passing the
headset on to third parties.
The 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!
Never repair or attempt to repair a defective headset
yourself. Contact your Sennheiser agent or the
Sennheiser Service Department.
Only 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.
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
as
described
in
these
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
Extremely comfortable to wear due to the patented
two-piece automatic headband and soft ear pads
Peak level protection safeguards you from volume
peaks above 110 dB
"Flip-away" headphone allows single-sided listening
Flexible microphone boom, can be worn on either left
or right-hand side (headsets only)
Noise-compensating condenser microphone ensures
excellent speech transmission (headsets only)
Single-sided cable, easy to exchange
Volume control integrated in the cable (HME 46-V-K
only)
ETSO approval C57a/C58a
TSO approval C139