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The HDVA 600 headphone amplifier

HDVA 600 

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The HDVA 600 headphone amplifier

The state-of-the-art HDVA 600 headphone amplifier allows you to fully
exploit the potential of your high-end headphones. The HDVA 600’s con-
sistently symmetrical signal processing and extremely low harmonic dis-
tortion ensures an unadulterated and perfect music enjoyment.

The HDVA 600’s output circuitry is designed for use with up to four
dynamic headphones. Consistent wiring and the use of XLR-4 sockets
ensures an excellent channel separation.

You can connect digital audio sources such as CD, DVD and Blu-Rayplayers
and analog audio sources such as as tuners, open reel machines and turn-
tables with a corresponding preamplifier to the HDVA 600. Digital sources
are connected via their analog outputs. The input selection rotary switch
allows you to switch between the connected audio sources.

The headphone amplifier and the Sennheiser HD 800, HD 700 and HD 650
high-end headphones are optimally matched with regard to technology,
design and performance characteristics and fulfil the demands of the most
discerning audiophile.

Features

Symmetrical signal processing with exact signal transmission over the
entire frequency spectrum and extremely low harmonic distortion

Can be used with up to four dynamic headphones

122 dB dynamic range, wide bandwidth and high transient response
due to short signal paths

Balanced XLR-4 sockets and high-quality ¼“ (6.35 mm) jack sockets
for connection of headphones

Connection possibilities:

– analog inputs: balanced XLR-3, unbalanced RCA

– analog output: balanced XLR-3 

High-quality components

Summary of Contents for HDVA 600

Page 1: ...HDVA 600 Pure audio in perfection Instruction manual...

Page 2: ...one amplifier to audio sources 7 Integrating the headphone amplifier into an existing connection between devices daisy chaining the audio signal 9 Connecting the headphone amplifier to the mains 10 Us...

Page 3: ...nience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified...

Page 4: ...ume levels for long periods of time to prevent hearing damage Keep the product accessories and packaging parts out of reach of chil dren and pets to prevent accidents and choking hazards Preventing da...

Page 5: ...amplifier to the HDVA 600 Digital sources are connected via their analog outputs The input selection rotary switch allows you to switch between the connected audio sources The headphone amplifier and...

Page 6: ...th a detailed instruction manual as PDF A suitable and approved mains cable is available from your Sennheiser service partner A list of accessories can be found on the HDVA 600 product page at www sen...

Page 7: ...puts 6 35 mm jack socket unbalanced 4 Input selection LED 5 Input selection rotary switch 6 Volume control 7 XLR 3 input socket balanced BAL L R 8 Input attenuation rotary switch GAIN for RCA input 9...

Page 8: ...h Switch your audio source off Select a suitable high quality connection cable for your audio source and if necessary a suitable adapter Please observe the maximum rec ommended cable length L max Proc...

Page 9: ...0 8 Connection possibility of the audio source analog balanced XLR 3 Connection cable 2 balanced XLR 3 cables Connection possibility of the audio source analog unbalanced RCA Connection cable Stereo a...

Page 10: ...y of example of an amplifier as an additional device this chapter describes how to integrate the HDVA 600 into an existing connection Pull out the plug of the connection cable from the input IN on the...

Page 11: ...ns socket and a wall socket To disconnect the headphone amplifier from the mains Unplug the mains cable from the wall socket CAUTION Danger of damage to the product If you use an unsuitable power supp...

Page 12: ...VA 600 features 2 balanced XLR 4 sockets and 2 unbalanced 6 35 mm jack sockets for connecting up to 4 headphones We recom mend using high impedance headphones for an optimal listening experience Conne...

Page 13: ...ces and different listening material e g different pieces of music on different CDs can have widely varying signal levels In the case where you switch to a higher level signal source from a lower one...

Page 14: ...the headphone amplifier you can use the input attenuation rotary switch GAIN to adjust the signal level of the RCA input Turn the input attenuation rotary switch GAIN towards the sign if the signal is...

Page 15: ...ountry search at www sennheiser com Service Support CAUTION Liquids can damage the electronics of the product Liquids entering the housing of the device can cause a short circuit and damage the electr...

Page 16: ...output 16 dB Dynamic range 115 dB 600 load A weighted Operating temperature range 0 45 C Power supply Voltage range 100 240 V 50 60 Hz Power consumption nom 7 W 2x 300 headphones connected to the XLR...

Page 17: ...011 65 EU The declaration is available at www sennheiser com Statements regarding FCC and Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two c...

Page 18: ...Sennheiser electronic GmbH Co KG Am Labor 1 30900 Wedemark Germany www sennheiser com Publ 03 13 549747 A02...

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