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STEREO / MONO switch
converts the INPUTS from stereo to mono so that a single input cable drives both sides of the
headphones. In some instances a STEREO program may be confusing for live monitoring purposes, and switching to MONO
improves intelligibility by summing the Left and Right signals.
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PHONES
jacks accept standard ¼" and 3.5mm TRS (tip-ring-sleeve) stereo headphone plugs.
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LEVEL
controls adjust the volume for each set of headphones as they are driven from the rear INPUTS. It’s always a good idea
to keep this control turned down before plugging in a pair of phones, then turn it up slowly. The red
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indicators light when the
input signal exceeds the HC 4S’s output capability (3 dB below maximum). Occasional flickering is acceptable, but a steady glow
recommends turning the LEVEL control down.The overload point automatically varies with the headphones used.
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POWER
switch is your basic, straightforward power switch. When the yellow indicator is lit, the HC 4S is ready to go.
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Universal Voltage Input:
via a miniature IEC 60320 C6 appliance inlet. This mates with an IEC 60320 C5 line cord (USA
domestic). Do
not
lift the ground connection!
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INPUTS
are automatic balanced or unbalanced, accepting either a ¼" TRS (Tip-Ring-Sleeve) plug for balanced operation, or
a ¼" TS (Tip-Sleeve) plug for unbalanced operation. A balanced line is best when connecting a cable over 10 feet (3 meters) in
length. You do nothing different when hooking up balanced or unbalanced lines. The HC 4S is one smart animal.
Front Panel Description
Rear Panel Description
All features & specifications subject to change without notice. 109856
©Rane Corporation 10802 47th Ave. W., Mukilteo WA 98275-5098 USA TEL 425-355-6000 FAX 425-347-7757 WEB www.rane.com
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INPUTS
HC 4S
TIP = HOT (SIGNAL), RING = GROUND, SLEEVE = GROUND
BALANCED 1/4" TRS PHONE JACKS:
TIP = POSITIVE (+), RING = NEGATIVE (–), SLEEVE = SHIELD
UNBALANCED 1/4" TS PHONE JACKS:
TIP = LEFT, RING = RIGHT, SLEEVE = GROUND
HEADPHONE JACKS (FRONT PANEL)
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INPUT -
CONNECTION
BALANCED / UNBALANCED
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MADE IN U.S.A.
RANE CORP.
COMMERCIAL AUDIO
EQUIPMENT 24TJ
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100-240 V
50/60 Hz 7 WATTS
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