iCON Pro Audio HyperDrive HD1 User manual

User manual
Microphone Amplier

Important Safety Instructions
1. Read this manual thoroughly before using this unit.
2. Keep this manual for future reference.
3. Take notice of and comply with all warnings included in the user's manual or indicated on the
appliance.
4. Follow all instructions included in this manual.
5. Do not expose this unit to rain or moisture. Avoid having water or other liquids spilled on this
unit.
6. When cleaning the cabinet or other parts of this appliance, use only a dry or slightly damp soft
cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings or interfere with the proper ventilation of this unit. Install
in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8. Do not use or store near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other heat-
producing appliances.
9. Do not interfere with the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug
has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. These are designated for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your
outlet, consult an electrician.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or otherwise damaged by items placed on or
against them. Particular attention should be given to the plugs, receptacles, and the point where
the cord exits the appliance.
11. To avoid the risk of electrical shock, do not touch any exposed wiring while the unit is in
operation.
12. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
13. Unplug this unit and all connected electrical equipment during lightning storms or when left
unused a long period of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the appliance has
been damaged in any way or fails to operate normally.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture

Introduction...............................................................................................4
What’s in the package? ............................................................................4
Register your ICON ProAudio product to your personal account ...........5
Features ...................................................................................................6
Set Up.......................................................................................................7
Safety & Maintenance ..............................................................................8
Power .......................................................................................................8
Specications ...........................................................................................9
Services..................................................................................................10
Contents

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Introduction
What’s in the package?
●Hyperdrive HD1 Microphone Amplier x 1
●Quick Start Guide x 1
●Aluminum Case x 1
Congratulations on your purchase of the ICON Pro Audio Hyper Drive; the perfect
way to increase the gain of your dynamic or ribbon microphones without the
colouration of a pre-amp. The gain is switchable between 23dB or 46dB.
Take a standard dynamic mic like the SM57, add the hyper drive and benet from
Class A discrete gain, resulting in a sound on a par to a world class condenser
microphone perfect for vocals and instruments. Recording acoustic or classical
guitar, for example, becomes a breeze – no more cranking up the volume on your
pre-amp and without the need for capacitors or resistors in the gain staging pathway.
You will hear the sound of the microphone, not your pre-amp! The Hyper Drive HD1
will improve the quality and noise oor of your recordings and reduce the likelihood
of buzz, interference and feedback in live performances.

5
Register your ICON ProAudio product to your
personal account
1. Check serial number of your device
Please go to http:// iconproaudio.com/registration or scan the QR code
below.

Input your device’s serial number and the other information on the screen. Click
“Submit”.
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A message will pop up showing your device information such as model name
and its serial number - Click “Register this device to my account” or if you see
any other message, please contact our after-sales service team

2. Log in to your personal account page for existing user or
sign up for new user
Existing user: Please log into your personal user page by inputing your
user name and password.
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New user: Please click “Sign Up” and ll in all the information.

3. Download all useful materials
All your registered devices under your account will show on the page. Each
product will be listed along with all its available les such as drivers, rmware,
user manual in different languages and bundled software etc. for download.
Please make sure you have download the necessary les such as driver before
you begin device installation.

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Features
●Sleek black metal design
●Robust construction – perfect for live use
●Switchable power amplication - Gain:1X 23dB or 2X 46dB
●Extremely low noise oor
●Two ways to connect: attachable via microphone or pre-amp
●Perfect for live, studio or broadcast uses
●Long cable runs more possible in live situations - less likelihood of interference, buzz
and hum
●Less likelihood of feedback in live settings
●Prevents signal degradation
Note: the HD1 requires phantom power for operation and does not work with
microphones that require phantom power, i.e. condenser microphones or some active
ribbon microphones.

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Set Up
Gain：1X 23dB
2X 46dB
(1K Ohms)
Gain：1X 23dB
2X 46dB
(1K Ohms)
The Hyperdrive HD1 is an active microphone amplier intended to be inserted
between a passive ribbon or dynamic microphone and a microphone preamplier.
There are two ways to connect as depicted in the diagram above.
The rst (Fig. 1) – Connect the Hyperdrive HD1 directly into your pre-amp interface,
then connect your dynamic or ribbon mic to an XLR lead as normal. On your sound
device: ensure power is off and volume is zero. Then switch on and gradually
increase volume to taste.
The second (Fig. 2) - connect your Hyperdrive HD1 unit to your microphone. Then,
plug your 3 pin XLR cable into the end of the Hyperdrive HD1, connecting the
cable to your pre-amp interface. On your sound device: ensure power is off and
volume is zero. Then switch on and gradually increase volume to taste.
As a precaution, please turn the volume relatively low (preferably zero) when
switching between 1x 23dB and 2x 46dB in order to prevent pops or immediate
increases in volume, especially in a live setting.
Fig. 1 Fig. 2

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Safety & Maintenance
Power
To enable safe operation, the HD1 requires a phantom power source providing 48Volts.
In order to ensure consistent and safe operation, it is imperative that the HD1 is
not connected to any power supply other than a phantom power source (input with
phantom power or external IEC standard phantom power supply) with a oating
connector. Please ensure a balanced cable with professional grade connectors is
used.

9
Specications
Frequency Range: ......................................... 10Hz - 120K Hz
Output noiselevel:........................................... 1X 0.9uV
2X 1.8mV
Gain: .............................................................. 1X 23dB
2X 46dB (1K Ohms)
Powering：..................................................... 48V phantom power
Recommended load impedance..................... >1K Ohms
Current consumption ...................................... 3.0mA
Connectivity.................................................... 3-pin male/female
XLR connector

10
Services
If your Hyperdrive HD1 needs servicing, follow these instructions.
Check our online Help Center at http://support.iconproaudio.com/hc/en-us, for
information, knowledge, and downloads such as:
1. FAQ
2. Download
3. Learn More
4. Forum
Very often you will nd solutions on these pages. If you don’t nd a solution, create
a support ticket at our online Help Center at the link below, and our technical support
team will assist you as soon as we can.
Navigate to http://support.iconproaudio.com/hc/en-us and then sign in to submit
a ticket.
As soon as you have submitted an inquiry ticket, our support team will assist you to
resolve the problem with your ICON ProAudio device as soon as possible.
To send defective products for service:
1. Ensure the problem is not related to operation error or external system devices.
2. Keep this owner's manual. We don't need it to repair the unit.
3. Pack the unit in its original packaging including end card and box. This is very
important. If you have lost the packaging, please make sure you have packed
the unit properly. ICON is not responsible for any damage that occurs due to
non-factory packing.
4. Ship to the ICON tech support center or the local return authorization. See our
service centers and distributor service points at the link below:
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If you are located in US
 Send the product to:
North America
Mixware, LLC – U.S. Distributor
11070 Fleetwood Street – Unit F.
Sun Valley, CA 91352; USA
Tel.: [phone]
Contact: www.mixware.net/help
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If you are located in Europe
 Send the product to:
Sound Service
GmbHEuropean
HeadquarterMoriz-Seeler-Straße
3D-12489 Berlin
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-Mail: [email protected]
If you are located in Hong Kong
Send the product to:
ASIA OFFICE:
Unit F, 15/F., Fu Cheung Centre,
No. 5-7 Wong Chuk Yueng
Street, Fotan,
Sha Tin, N.T., Hong Kong.
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: info.asia@icon-global.
com

5. For additional update information please visit our website at:
www.iconproaudio.com

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