Sennheiser HSP 2 User manual

Instructions for use
HSP 2
HSP 4

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Contents
HSP 2/HSP 4 .................................................................................. 2
Features.......................................................................................... 2
Delivery includes........................................................................... 3
Attaching the microphone boom .............................................. 3
Adjusting the neckband.............................................................. 4
Cable holder................................................................................... 4
Changing the microphone .......................................................... 5
Positioning the microphone capsule (HSP 2) ........................ 6
Positioning the microphone capsule (HSP 4) ......................... 7
Cleaning the pop protection (HSP 4 only)............................... 7
Accessories .................................................................................... 8
Overview of product variants .................................................. 10
Specifications .............................................................................. 11
Manufacturer declarations ....................................................... 15

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HSP 2/HSP 4
High-quality back-electret condenser headmics, designed for
professional “hands free” applications. The adjustable
neckband is visually unobtrusive and very comfortable to
wear.
The 12 available HSP variants differ in pick-up pattern,
colour and connector.
There are two pick-up patterns available:
HSP 2: omni-directional
HSP 4: cardioid
Features
y Individually adjustable to all head sizes
y Neckband design keeps the microphone clear from shirt-
collar or clothing
y Thin microphone boom, interchangeable
y Microphone boom can be attached to the left or right side
y Angle of microphone boom can be adjusted in three steps
y Microphone boom is adjustable in length
y Connection cable can easily be interchanged
y All metal parts are coated in a physical vapour deposition
process (scratch-resistant)

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Delivery includes
y Boom microphone
yNeckband
y Neckband connecting cable
y Plastic transport case, foam-lined with cut-outs
y Instructions for use
y Warranty Certificate
Attaching the microphone boom
The neckband has two holders which are designed so that the
microphone booms can be worn on either side of the mouth.
To change the microphone
boom, carefully lever it out of
the holder. To reattach the
microphone boom, press it into
the holder until it snaps in. The
upper round recess is for the
HSP 2 (
∅ 1.1 mm). The lower square recess at the front keeps
the HSP 4 in a fixed, non-rotating position, thus ensuring that
the sound inlet is reliably directed towards the mouth.
To benefit for a long time from the reliable and firm guidance
through the holder you should not turn the microphone boom
in the recess. Always carefully lever it out of the holder and
then let it snap in again.
Note:
In order to ensure the adjustability of the angle of the
microphone boom, maintain a minimum distance of 1
– 2
cm between the holder and the cable connection.

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The cushion delivered with your
HSP 2/HSP 4 improves the wea-
ring comfort. If desired, attach
the cushion to your microfone
boom fastener.
Adjusting the neckband
You can adjust the neckband to
fit all head sizes. To do so,
change the length of the
neckband by pushing in or
pulling out the ear bows.
Cable holder
Attach the microphone cable to
the holder in the centre of the
neckband.
Note:
When attaching the thin
cable, make sure you also
press the small cable sleeve
into the holder or the cable
will fall out.

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Changing the microphone
The connection between the
microphone boom and the
microphone cable ist very tight.
To loosen this connection, in-
sert your fingernail into the join
and then pull the connector and
the socket apart as shown.
Note:
When pulling apart, make sure you hold the thick end of
the connector and the socket (NOT the cable).
Pulling the thin microphone boom or the cable sleeve can da-
mage the microphone boom or cable. This will invalidate the
Sennheiser warranty.

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Positioning the microphone capsule (HSP 2)
It is best to keep the micropho-
ne capsule at the side of the
mouth to minimise the risk of
popping noises caused by plosi-
ves from the mouth.
To position the microphone
capsule, push the microphone
boom backwards or forwards in
the holder.
To adjust the angle of the
microphone boom, move it to
one of the three possible
positions until it snaps in.
1
2
3

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Positioning the microphone capsule (HSP 4)
The microphone capsule has a
cardioid pick-up pattern and is
best placed directly at the corner
of the mouth.
Note:
Do not position the micro-
phone directly in front of your
mouth as it will pick up your
breathing and plosive noises
from your mouth. Make sure
that the windshield is put on.
To position the microphone capsule, push the microphone
boom backwards or forwards in the holder.
The microphone capsule can be precisely positioned using
the flexible gooseneck.
Cleaning the pop protection (HSP 4 only)
The pop protection is integrated into the microphone capsule
of the HSP 4. To clean or replace the pop protection, lever it
from the capsule.
Note:
When attaching the pop protection, it is important not to
cover the sound inlet!

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Accessories
The following accessories and/or replacement parts are
available for the HSP 2 / HSP 4:
Replacement parts for HSP 2
Part Cat. No.
Neckband with two holders, anthracite 511709
Neckband with two holders, beige 511710
Omni-directional boom microphone, beige 511711
Omni-directional boom microphone, anthracite 511712
Omni-directional boom microphone HSP-M, anthracite 515280
Omni-directional boom microphone, HSP-M, beige 515281
Windshield cap for HSP 4, anthracite 511715
Windshield cap for HSP 4, beige 511716
OFC copper/Kevlar cable with
3-pin screw special connector, black 511717
OFC copper/Kevlar cable with
3-pin screw special connector, beige 511718
Steel wire cable with
3.5 mm lockable mini-jack, black 511719
Steel wire cable with
3.5 mm lockable mini-jack, beige 511720
Steel wire cable with open ends, black 511721
Steel wire cable with open ends, beige 511722
Plastic transport case 511723
MZA 900 P phantom power adaptor 500226
MZC 2-1 cap, short, anthracite 085842
MZC 2-2 cap, long, anthracite 085839
MZC 2-1 cap, short, beige 085843
MZC 2-2 cap, long, beige 085840
MZW 2 windshield, black 047185
MZW 2 windshield, beige 047186

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Replacement parts for HSP 4
Part Cat. No.
Neckband with two holders, anthracite 511709
Neckband with two holders, beige 511710
Cardioid boom microphone, beige 511713
Cardioid boom microphone, anthracite 511714
Cardioid boom microphone HSP-M, anthracite 515282
Cardioid boom microphone HSP-M, beige 515283
Windshield cap for HSP 4, anthracite 511715
Windshield cap for HSP 4, beige 511716
OFC copper/Kevlar cable with
3-pin screw special connector, black 511717
OFC copper/Kevlar cable with
3-pin screw special connector, beige 511718
Steel wire cable with
3.5 mm lockable mini-jack, black 511719
Steel wire cable with
3.5 mm lockable mini-jack, beige 511720
Steel wire cable with open ends, black 511721
Steel wire cable with open ends, beige 511722
Plastic transport case 511723
MZA 900 P phantom power adaptor 500226
Replacement parts for HSP 2 and HSP 4
Part Cat.No.
Set of holders, anthracite 515609
Set of holder, beige 515608
Cushion for holder, anthracite 515287
Cushion for holder, white 515288
Neckband HSP-M, anthracite 515278
Neckband HSP-M, beige 515279

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Overview of product variants
Feature
Microphone (Cat. No.)
3-pin screw special connector ew 3.5mm lockable mini-jack Open-ended cable Platinum cable Flexible gooseneck Anthracite Beige
HSP 2 (009862) √ √ √
HSP 2-3 (009863) √ √ √
HSP 2-ew (009866) √ √
HSP 2-ew-3 (009872) √ √
HSP 2-5 (009868) √ √
HSP 2-5-3 (009869) √ √
HSP 4 (009864) √ √ √ √
HSP 4-3 (009865) √ √ √ √
HSP 4-ew (009867) √ √ √
HSP 4-ew-3 (009873) √ √ √
HSP 4-5 (009870) √ √ √
HSP 4-5-3 (009871) √ √ √

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Specifications
Specifications HSP 2
Frequency response 20 − 20,000 Hz ±3 dB
Pick-up pattern omni-directional
Nominal impedance (1 kHz) 1 kΩ
Min. terminating impedance 4.7 kΩ
Sensitivity 2 mV/Pa ± 3 dB
Diametre of mic capsule 4.8 mm
Max. sound pressure level 150 dB
Equivalent noise level 28 dB (A)
Supply current approx. 250 μA
Power supply 4.5 − 15 V
Operating temperature –10 °C … +50 °C
Cable length 1.6 m
Diametre of boom arm 1.1 mm
Weight 2.1 g
Connector see “Overview of
product variants“
Neckband
Diameter 1.1 mm
Weight 4.4 g

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Polar diagram HSP 2
Frequency response curve HSP 2
0
°
5
1
0
1
5
20
2
5
dB
30
°
60
°
90
°
30
°
60
°
90
°
12
0
°
1
50
°
1
80
°
1
50
°
12
0
°
2
000
H
z
4
000
H
z
8000
H
z
1
6000
H
z
12
5
H
z
2
50
H
z
500
H
z
1
000
H
z
0
- 50
- 55
- 60
- 65
- 70
20 50 100 200 500 1000 2000 5000 10000 20000 Hz
- 45
0°; 1 m
- 40
- 35
dBv
90°; 1 m

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Specifications HSP 4
Frequency response 40 − 20,000 Hz ±3 dB
Pick-up pattern cardioid
Nominal impedance (1 kHz) 1 kΩ
Min. terminating impedance 4.7 kΩ
Sensitivity 4 mV/Pa ± 3 dB
Diametre of mic capsule 8.4 mm
Max. sound pressure level 150 dB
Equivalent noise level 37 dB (A)
Supply current approx. 250 μA
Power supply 4.5 − 15 V
Operating temperature –10 °C … +50 °C
Cable length 1.6 m
Diametre of boom arm 2.0 mm
Weight 4.8 g
Connector see “Overview of
product variants“
Neckband
Diametre 1.1 mm
Weight 4.4 g

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Polar diagram HSP 4
Frequency response curve HSP 4
0
°
5
1
0
1
5
2
0
2
5
dB
30
°
60
°
90
°
30
°
60
°
90
°
12
0
°
1
50
°
1
80
°
1
50
°
12
0
°
2
000
H
z
4
000
H
z
8000
H
z
1
6000
H
z
12
5
H
z
2
50
H
z
500
H
z
1
000
H
z
0
2
0
50
1
00
2
00
500
1
000
2
000
5000
1
0000
2
0000
Hz
d
B
v
0
°
,
1
m
90
°
,
1
m
-
50
-
55
-
60
-
65
- 7
0
- 4
5
- 4
0
-
35
0
°
,
1 c
m

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Manufacturer declarations
Warranty
2 years
CE Declaration of Conformity
This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other
relevant provisions of Directives 1999/5/EC, 89/336/EC or 73/23/EC. 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!
WEEE Declaration
Your Sennheiser product was developed and manufactured with
highquality materials and components which can be recycled and/
or reused. This symbol indicates that electrical and electronic
equipment must be disposed of separately from normal waste at
the end of its operational lifetime.
Please dispose of this product by bringing it to your local collec-
tion point or recycling centre for such equipment. This will help to
protect the environment in which we all live.
Batteries
The supplied rechargeable batteries can be recycled. Please
dispose of rechargeable batteries as special waste or return them
to your specialist dealer. In order to protect the environment, only
dispose of exhausted batteries.

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Printed in Germany Publ. 04/06 094284/A02