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HC6S

HEADPHONE CONSOLE

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Features

•   Six Stereo Headphone Amplifiers
•   Master Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Inputs
•   Six Unbalanced Stereo Inputs
•   Six Output Level Controls

•   Master Input Level Controls
•   Stereo/Mono Switch
•   Front and Rear Output Jacks
•   Internal Universal Power Supply (100-240 VAC)

General Description

The Rane HC6S is one of the most indispensable products in 

today’s audio industry. Featuring six stereo headphone amplifiers, 

the HC6S performs a number of necessary tasks, not all of which 

are headphone related.

The HC6S provides Master stereo Inputs which can be used 

to drive any or all of the 6 stereo headphone amplifiers. A Mono 

switch is provided on the front panel to drive both channels of 

all 6 amplifiers from a common mono source. Six individual 

unbalanced stereo Inputs are available to drive any individual 

amplifier from a separate stereo source. These Inputs can be 

converted to mono balanced Inputs through internal jumpers 

if required. Outputs for all six channels are provided on the 

front panel and on the rear panel so that headphones may be 

connected on either side based on the requirements of a given 

installation. Two pairs of headphones may be driven from each 

channel, one pair connected to the front and one to the rear.

The HC6S is capable of delivering up to 500 milliwatts into 

headphones with rated impedances between 32-600 ohms. The 

precise amount of power depends on the exact impedance of 

the headphone in use and the number of headphones connected 

to the unit. Under most conditions, the HC6S produces sound 

pressure levels in excess of 120 dB. This level is more than ad-

equate for most listeners.

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Summary of Contents for HC6S

Page 1: ...stem Interconnection Warranty Declaration of Conformity 22340 MONO 10 0 2 4 8 6 10 0 2 4 8 6 10 0 2 4 8 6 10 0 2 4 8 6 10 0 2 4 8 6 10 0 2 4 8 6 10 0 2 4 8 6 PHONES PHONES PHONES PHONES PHONES PHONES...

Page 2: ...he power cord is the AC mains disconnect device and must remain readily operable To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC mains disconnect the power supply cord plug from the AC receptacle...

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Page 5: ...ther components leave the power off This gives you a chance to make mistakes and correct them without damage 1 With the power switch in the off position plug the power line cord into the rear panel 2...

Page 6: ...using the front and rear panel headphone jacks together this control varies the level of each headphone simultaneously 4 MONO STEREO switch converts the MASTER INPUTS from stereo to mono so that a si...

Page 7: ...ting all shields RCA connectors can be substituted for the connectors To use balanced mono sources set the internal jumpers as shown on page Manual 4 3 Stereo Headphone OUTs allow any headphone with a...

Page 8: ...ath after the MASTER INPUTS and before the individual LEVEL controls This means that adjusting the MASTER LEVEL affects the SIG LEDs while adjusting the individual LEVEL controls does not When using a...

Page 9: ...s from a common mono source Six individual unbalanced stereo Inputs are available to drive any individual amplifier from a separate stereo source These Inputs can be converted to mono balanced Inputs...

Page 10: ...el 20 1 dBu Outputs Type 6 Stereo Amplifiers 6 Outs front 6 Outs rear Connectors TRS Tip Left Ring Right Impedance 0 25 typ Headphone Outputs Overall Gain Range Off to 20 1 dB LED Threshold Signal Pre...

Page 11: ...adphone monitor mixing system You now can give each vocalist more of their voice for increased clarity or add more kick drum to the bassist without giving everyone else a headache or let the producer...

Page 12: ...specifications subject to change without notice 9 2015 Headphone Sensitivity Headphone manufacturers specify a sensitivity rating for their products that is very similar to loudspeaker sensitivity rat...

Page 13: ...onnections Grounding and EMC practices Shields of connectors in audio equipment containing active circuitry Rane s policy is to accommodate rather than dictate However this document contains suggestio...

Page 14: ...connect is not compat ible with unbalanced The small physical nature and short cable runs of completely unbalanced systems home audio also contain these ground loop noise currents However the currents...

Page 15: ...CTICE RECOMMENDED PRACTICE OPTIONAL CASE 1 2 3 3 1 2 CHASSIS GROUND SIGNAL GROUND CHASSIS GROUND CHASSIS GROUND The Next Best Right Way To Do It The quickest quietest and most foolproof method to con...

Page 16: ...ounded and therefore immune to ground loop hums and buzzes Ground lifts are simply another Band Aid to try in case of grounding problems It is true that an entire system of properly grounded equipment...

Page 17: ...guarantee that a hum free intercon nect can be achieved nor is there a definite scheme that will assure noise free operation in all configurations References 1 Neil A Muncy Noise Susceptibility in An...

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Page 21: ...ECTS IN MATERIAL OR WORKMANSHIP THE SPECIFIC PERIOD OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE THAT WHICH IS DESCRIBED TO THE ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASER BY THE AUTHORIZED RANE DEALER OR DISTRIBUTOR AT THE TIME...

Page 22: ...IN THE USA If the product is being sent to Rane for repair please call the factory for a Return Authorization number We recommend advance notice be given to the repair facility to avoid possible need...

Page 23: ...compliance with the LV directive and EMC directive in the event that the equipment is modified without written consent of the manufacturer This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole respo...

Page 24: ...N IN OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT MASTER INPUTS 6 5 4 3 2 1 100 240 V 50 60 Hz 12 WATTS COMMERCIAL AUDIO EQUIPMENT 24TJ R This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the foll...

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