Sennheiser HSP 4 User manual

HSP 2
Bedienungsanleitung
Instructions for use
Notice d‘emploi
Istruzioni per l‘uso
Instrucciones de uso
Gebruiksaanwijzing
HSP 4
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Contents
Safety instructions ................................................................................. 2
Delivery includes..................................................................................... 3
HSP 2/HSP 4............................................................................................. 4
Putting the HSP 2 into operation ........................................................ 5
Attaching the microphone to the left or right side .................. 5
Adjusting the microphone boom and the neckband ............... 7
Windshields for the HSP 2 ............................................................. 9
Treble boost using the frequency response caps ...................10
HSP 2 cable variants .....................................................................11
Putting the HSP 4 into operation ......................................................12
Attaching the microphone to the left or right side ................12
Adjusting the microphone boom and the neckband .............14
Attaching the sound inlet basket ..............................................15
Attaching the cable to the cable grip ........................................16
HSP 4 cable variants .....................................................................17
Care and maintenance .........................................................................18
Accessories/spare parts ......................................................................21
Specifications.........................................................................................23
Specifications HSP 2/HSP 2-M ....................................................23
Specifications HSP 4/HSP 4-M ....................................................25
Manufacturer Declarations .................................................................27
Thank you for choosing Sennheiser!
We have designed this product to give you reliable operation over
many years. Over 60 years of accumulated expertise in the design
and manufacture of high-quality electro-acoustic equipment
have made Sennheiser a world-leading company in this field.
Please take a few moments to read these instructions carefully, as
we want you to enjoy your new Sennheiser products quickly and
to the fullest.
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Safety instructions
• Please read these instructions carefully and completely before
using the device.
• Make these instructions easily accessible to all users at all
times.
• Always include these instructions when passing the device on
to third parties.
• Water entering the housing of the device can cause a short-
circuit and damage the electronics. Protect the device from
wetness. Use only a slightly damp cloth to clean the device.
• Do not expose the device to extreme temperatures (normal
operating temperatures: 10 °C to 35 °C).
• Use the device with care and store it in a clean, dust-free
environment.
Intended use of the device
Intended use includes:
• having read these instructions, especially the chapter “Safety
instructions”,
• using the device within the operating conditions and
limitations described in this instruction manual.
• never opening the device. If devices are opened by customers
in breach of this instruction, the warranty becomes null and
void.
“Improper use” means using the device other than as described in
these instructions, or under operating conditions which differ
from those described herein.
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Delivery includes
Delivery of the HSP 2/HSP 4 includes:
1 boom microphone
1 neckband
5 clips
1 silicone tube
1 connection cable
1 plastic transport case, foam-lined with cut-outs
1 windshield (HSP 4 only)
2 caps, short and long (HSP 2 only)
1 instruction manual
1 Warranty Certificate
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HSP 2/HSP 4
HSP 2 and HSP 4 are high-quality condenser headmics designed
for professional “hands free” applications. Their adjustable
neckband is visually unobtrusive and very comfortable to wear.
The 24 available HSP variants differ in size, color and connector
(see “HSP 2 cable variants” on page 11 and “HSP 4 cable variants”
on page 17).
There are two pick-up patterns available:
• HSP 2: omni-directional
• HSP 4: cardioid
Features
• Individually adjustable to all head sizes
• Neckband design keeps the microphone clear from shirt-collar
or clothing
• Thin microphone boom, interchangeable
• Microphone boom can be attached to the left or right side
(clip)
• Adjustable neckband for optimum adaption of the angle
• Microphone boom is adjustable in length
• All metal parts of the neckband and the microphone boom are
coated in a physical vapour deposition process (scratch-
resistant)
• Modular overall system, i.e. all system components are easily
interchangeable
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Putting the HSP 2 into operation
The HSP 2 is ready for operation on delivery. The microphone can
be worn on the left or right side of the mouth. If you do not want
to change sides, continue on page 7.
Attaching the microphone to the left or right side
The neckband has as a clip which is designed so that
the microphone boom can be worn on either side of
the mouth.
To remove the microphone boom:
왘Open the clip on the neckband.
왘Carefully remove the microphone boom and the neckband from
the clip.
CAUTION! Damage to the microphone boom!
The microphone boom can break or be impaired in
its function when you bend or turn it in the wrong
place.
왘Only adjust the microphone boom as described in
this chapter.
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To reattach the microphone boom:
왘First press the microphone boom and then the neckband
into the clip as shown.
왘 Close the clip.
R
L




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Adjusting the microphone boom and the neckband
For best possible comfort and optimum fit of the headmic, the
neckband and the microphone boom have to be adjusted to
properly fit your head.
Positioning the microphone towards the corner of the mouth
To individually position the microphone:
왘Bend the neckband at the
clip to adjust the angle of the
microphone boom .
왘Push the microphone boom 
backwards or forwards in the
clip so that the microphone is
positioned at the corner of the
mouth as shown.
CAUTION! Damage to the microphone boom!
The microphone boom can break or be impaired in
its function when you bend or turn it in the wrong
place.
왘For adjusting the microphone boom, ONLY bend
or turn the neckband.


2–3 cm

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Adjusting the neckband
The neckband is flexible and ensures an optimum fit.
왘Change the length of the
neckband until a snug but
comfortable fit is achieved.
왘If necessary, adjust the neck-
band at the earhooks.
Attaching the cable to the cable
grip
왘Attach the microphone cable
to the cable grip in the centre
of the neckband.
Note:
When attaching the thin
cable, make sure you also
press the small cable sleeve
into the cable grip or the
cable will fall out.
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Windshields for the HSP 2
The quality of outdoor recordings
and close miking can be impaired
by wind noise. An effective
attenuation of wind noise can be
obtained by using the MZW 2 and
the MZW 02 windshields.
To begin with, use the MZW 2
windshield which reduces wind
noise by a maximum of 20 dB.
With the additional MZW 02 foam
windshield  you can reduce wind
noise by a further 10 dB.
The MZW 2 and MZW 02 are
available as accessories.
쐋

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Treble boost using the frequency response caps
Your HSP 2 headmic is supplied with two different frequency
response caps. These caps allow you to adjust the microphone’s
sensitivity in the presence area (see “Frequency response curve
HSP 2” on page 24):
• Short cap: MZC 2-1 (treble boost of 2 dB)
• Long cap: MZC 2-2 (treble boost of 4 dB)
Use these caps if the microphone cannot be positioned close to the
mouth. The further away the microphone is from the mouth, the
less treble is picked up. In addition, you should use these caps if
the sound is too muffled or if you want to increase the speech
intelligibility.
왘Slip the cap of your choice onto the microphone until it engages
with the second notch.
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HSP 2 cable variants
The headmics are available in two sizes. The -M variants have
smaller neckbands and shorter microphone booms.
Connection cable with 3-pin lockable special connector
Suitable for Sennheiser SK 50, SK 250, SK 5012 and SK 3063
bodypack transmitters.
Steel wire cable with 3.5 mm mini-jack
Suitable for SK 100, SK 300 and SK 500 evolution wireless series
bodypack transmitters. For wired applications, the headmic can be
used with the intelligent MZA 900 P phantom power adapter.
Steel wire cable with open ends
HSP 2 anthracite Cat. No. 009862
HSP 2-3 beige Cat. No. 009863
HSP 2-M anthracite Cat. No. 500694
HSP 2-3-M beige Cat. No. 500690
HSP 2-ew anthracite Cat. No. 009866
HSP 2-ew-3 beige Cat. No. 009872
HSP 2-ew-M anthracite Cat. No. 500693
HSP 2-ew-3-M beige Cat. No. 500692
HSP 2-5 anthracite Cat. No. 009868
HSP 2-5-3 beige Cat. No. 009869
HSP 2-5-M anthracite Cat. No. 500691
HSP 2-3-5-M beige Cat. No. 500689
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Putting the HSP 4 into operation
The HSP 4 is ready for operation on delivery. The microphone can
be worn on the left or right side of the mouth. If you do not want
to change sides, continue on page 14.
Attaching the microphone to the left or right side
The neckband has as a clip which is designed so that
the microphone boom can be worn on either side of
the mouth.
To remove the microphone boom:
왘Open the clip on the neckband.
왘Carefully remove the microphone boom and the neckband from
the clip.
CAUTION! Damage to the microphone boom!
The microphone boom can break or be impaired in
its function when you bend or turn it.
왘Only adjust the microphone boom as described in
this chapter.
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To reattach the microphone boom:
왘 First press the microphone boom and then the neckband
into the clip as shown.
왘 Close the clip.
R
L




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Adjusting the microphone boom and the neckband
For best possible comfort and optimum fit of the headmic, the
neckband and the microphone boom have to be adjusted to
properly fit your head.
Positioning the microphone towards the corner of the mouth
To individually position the microphone:
왘Bend the neckband at the clip
to adjust the angle of the
microphone boom .
왘Push the microphone boom 
backwards or forwards in the
clip so that the microphone is
positioned directly at the corner
of the mouth as shown.
왘If necessary, precisely position
the microphone by using the
flexible gooseneck .
CAUTION! Damage to the microphone boom!
The microphone boom can break or be impaired in
its function when you bend or turn it.
왘For adjusting the microphone boom, ONLY bend
or turn the neckband or the flexible gooseneck at
the forward part of the microphone boom.


쐋

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Attaching the sound inlet basket
Notes:
– Do not position the microphone directly in front of your
mouth as it will pick up your breathing and plosive noises
from your mouth. In addition, moisture can adversely affect
the sound and performance of your microphone.
– When attaching the sound
inlet basket, make sure that
it locks into place with an
audible click.
– Make sure not to cover the
sound inlet.
Adjusting the neckband
The neckband is flexible and ensures an optimum fit.
왘Change the length of the
neckband until a snug but
comfortable fit is achieved.
왘If necessary, adjust the neck-
band at the earhooks.
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Attaching the cable to the cable grip
왘Attach the microphone cable to
the cable grip in the centre of the
neckband.
Note:
When attaching the thin cable,
make sure you also press the
small cable sleeve into the cable
grip or the cable will fall out.
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HSP 4 cable variants
The headmics are available in two sizes. The -M variants have
smaller neckbands and shorter microphone booms.
Connection cable with 3-pin lockable special connector
Suitable for Sennheiser SK 50, SK 250, SK 5012 and SK 3063
bodypack transmitters.
Steel wire cable with 3.5 mm mini-jack
Suitable for SK 100, SK 300 and SK 500 evolution wireless series
bodypack transmitters. For wired applications, the headmic can be
used with the intelligent MZA 900 P phantom power adapter.
Steel wire cable with open ends
HSP 4 anthracite Cat. No. 009864
HSP 4-3 beige Cat. No. 009865
HSP 4-M anthracite Cat. No. 500700
HSP 4-3-M beige Cat. No. 500696
HSP 4-ew anthracite Cat. No. 009867
HSP 4-ew-3 beige Cat. No. 009873
HSP 4-ew-M anthracite Cat. No. 500699
HSP 4-ew-3-M beige Cat. No. 500698
HSP 4-5 anthracite Cat. No. 009870
HSP 4-5-3 beige Cat. No. 009871
HSP 4-5-M anthracite Cat. No. 500697
HSP 4-3-5-M beige Cat. No. 500695
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Care and maintenance
Cleaning the sound inlet basket (HSP 4 only)
왘To clean or replace the sound inlet basket, carefully pull it from
the capsule.
왘Moisten a small brush (bristle brush or toothbrush) with
isopropyl alcohol.
왘Carefully brush off the sound
inlet basket.
왘Allow the sound inlet basket to
air dry for approx. 1 hour so
that the remaining isopropyl
alcohol can evaporate.
왘Reattach the sound inlet basket
to the capsule so that it locks
into place with an audible click.
When attaching the sound inlet
basket, make sure not to cover
the sound inlet.
CAUTION! Liquids can damage the electronics of the device!
Liquids entering the housing of the device can cause
a short-circuit and damage the electronics.
왘Only use a soft, slightly damp cloth to clean the
device.
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Cleaning the contacts of the connection cable
Over time, salt deposits from sweat can build up on the connector
and the socket. Clean the connector and the socket using standard
isopropyl alcohol.
To loosen the connection:
왘Slide the silicone tube aside.
왘Insert your fingernail into the
join.
왘Pull the connector and the socket
apart as shown.
왘Moisten a small brush (bristle
brush or toothbrush) with
isopropyl alcohol.
왘Carefully brush off the connector
and the socket and remove the
salt deposits.
왘Rinse the connector and the
socket with isopropyl alcohol to
remove the remaining salt
deposits.
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