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The HMEC 46-1 headset
The HMEC 46-1 headset with NoiseGard™ active noise com-
pensation features dynamic, open headphones. The noise-
compensating condenser microphone ensures excellent
speech transmission even in noisy environments. Designed
for use in aircraft cockpits.
Features
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NoiseGard™ active noise compensation reduces
ambient noise by at least 15 dB – consequently the
radio volume can be decreased
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Extremely lightweight
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Extremely comfortable to wear due to the patented
two-piece automatic headband and soft ear pads
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Peak level protection safeguards you from volume
peaks above 110 dB
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“Flip-away” headphone allows single-sided listening
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Flexible microphone boom, can be worn on either left
or right-hand side
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Noise-compensating condenser microphone ensures
excellent speech transmission
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Single-sided cable, easy to replace
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With NoiseGard™ switched off, the headset can be
used as a conventional headset
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Power supply for NoiseGard™ from aircraft DC power
supply system (on suitably equipped aircraft) or bat-
teries/rechargeable batteries
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“Auto shut-off” extends battery life
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ETSO (C57a/C58a)/TSO (C139) approval