PreSonus HP2 Personal Headphone Amplifier User Manual

PreSonus HP2 Personal Headphone Amplifier

Thank you for purchasing the PreSonus® HP2 headphone amplifier. Designed for musicians and performers who demand mobility without compromising audio quality, the PreSonus HP2 stereo personal headphone amplifier is a great choice for driving wired in-ear monitors (IEMs), as well as headphones. We appreciate the support you have shown us through the purchase of this product.

Features

•  2 XLR (F) Input Connections (via included stereo cable)
•  Stereo 1/8” HeadphoneConnector
•  Level and Pan Control
•  Battery Life Indication
•  Included Power Supply
•  Sturdy Belt-Clip
•  5/8” Microphone Stand-MountSocket

Precautions

Using this item at high volume levels may cause hearing damage. Adjust the volume so that you may hear sufficiently. Ringing in the ears may indicate that volume levels are adjusted too high.

What’s in the Box?

• HP2 Headphone Amplifier
•  Stereo Input Cable
•  Power Supply
•  3/8” to 5/8” Microphone Stand Adaptor

FrontPanel Connections and Controls

1.  1/8” Stereo Headphone Output: Tip = Left Signal, Ring = Right Signal, Sleeve = Ground
2.  Battery Indicators. These two LEDs indicate battery health. With a new battery at full power, only the green LED will illuminate. When battery power drops below 7.3V, both the green and red LEDs will illuminate. When 6.5V or less remains, only the red LED will illuminate and the battery should be replaced. Note: When using the DC power supply, the green LED will always illuminate.
3.  Volume Control. Adjusts the level of the headphone output.
4.  Pan Control. In Stereo Mode: Adjusts the balance between the left and right channels.In Mono-Mix Mode: Adjusts the volume ratio between the left and right channels.
5. ode Switch. In Stereo Mode:The HP2 outputs the left input to the left headphone, and the right input to the right headphone. In Mono-Mix Mode: Left and right inputs are mixed and output to both headphones. The “pan” control will adjust the volume ratio between the channels.

rear panel Connections

1. Power Switch. Switches the HP2 on or off.
2.  DC Input Jack. Allows connection of the DC power supply. When a battery is installed in the unit, it is switched off as soon as the external power supply is connected. When the power supply is removed the unit will again run on battery power.
3. Input Connector. Allows connection of the 5-pin, mini XLR end of the supplied input cable. The opposite end of the input cable provides two female XLR jacks to connect to a source.

Operation Modes

When connected to a stereo source, engage Stereo Mode. This will send the Left and Right input signals to their corresponding headphone output channels. While Stereo Mode is active, the pan control will adjust the stereo balance.

Mono Operation

When connecting to a mono source, you can connect to either the Left or the Right input. Engage the mono switch and turn Thank you for purchasing the PreSonus® HP2 headphone amplifier. Designed for musicians and performers who demand mobility without compromising audio quality, the PreSonus HP2 stereo personal headphone amplifier is a great choice for driving wired in-ear monitors (IEMs), as well as headphones, appreciate the support you have shown us through the purchase of this product.

Features

•  2 XLR (F) Input Connections (via included stereo cable)
• Stereo  Headphone Connector
•  Level and Pan Control
•  Battery Life Indication
•  Included Power Supply
•  Sturdy Belt-Clip
• Microphone Stand-Mount Socket

Precautions
Using this item at high volume levels may cause hearing damage. Adjust the volume so that you may hear sufficiently. Ringing in the ears may indicate that volume levels are adjusted too high.

What’s in the Box?

•  HP2 Headphone Amplifier
•  Stereo Input Cable
•  Power Supply
•  3/8” to 5/8” Microphone Stand Adaptor

Front Panel Connections and Controls

1.  Stereo Headphone Output: Tip = Left Signal, Ring = Right Signal, Sleeve = Ground âž‹ Battery Indicators. These two LEDs indicate battery health. With a new battery at full power, only the green LED will illuminate. When battery power drops below 7.3V, both the green and red LEDs will illuminate. When 6.5V or less remains, only the red LED will illuminate and the battery should be replaced. Note: When using the DC power supply, the green LED will always illuminate.

2.  Volume Control. Adjusts the level of the headphone output.

3. Pan Control. In Stereo Mode: Adjusts the balance between the left and right channels. In Mono-Mix Mode: Adjusts the volume ratio between
   the left and right channels.

4. Mode Switch. In Stereo Mode: 1/8” Stereo

The HP2 outputs the left input to the left headphone, and the right input to the right headphone. In Mono-Mix Mode: Left and right inputs are mixed and output to both headphones. The “pan” control will adjust the volume ratio between the channels.

Rear Panel Connections and Controls

1. Power Switch. Switches the HP2 on or off.
2. DC Input Jack. Allows connection of the DC power supply. When a battery is installed in the unit, it is switched off as soon as the external power supply is connected. When the power supply is removed the unit will again run on battery power.
3. Input Connector. Allows connection of the 5-pin, mini XLR end of the supplied input cable. The opposite end of the input cable provides two female XLR jacks to connect to a source.

Mono Operation
When connecting to a mono source, you can connect to either the Left or the Right input. Engage the mono switch and turn the pan control all the way to the corresponding side (i.e. if your source is connected to the Left input, turn the pan control all the way to the Left side). This will send the signal equally to both headphone channels.

Mono Mode can also be used as an easy way to create a custom monitor mix. Connect the overall mono mix of the band to the left input on your HP2, and connect the direct output of your channel to the right. The pan control can now be used to attenuate the level of either the band mix or your own channel by moving it to the right or left in order to achieve the right mix.

Technical Specifications

PreSonus Limited Warranty

1.  PreSonus Audio Electronics Inc. warrants this product to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of the original retail purchase.

2.  This warranty is enforceable only by the original retail purchaser. To be protected by this warranty, the purchaser should register the product online at www.presonus.com within 14 days of purchase.

3.  For warranty information in all other countries except the USA, please refer to your local distributor.

4.  During the warranty period, PreSonus shall, at its sole and absolute option, either repair or replace, free of charge, HP2 headphone amps that prove to be defective on inspection by PreSonus or its authorized service representative.

5. To obtain warranty service, the purchaser must first call or write PreSonus at the address and telephone number printed ON THE BOTTOM OF THIS MANUAL to obtain a Return Authorization Number and instructions of where to return the unit for service. All inquiries must be accompanied by a description of the problem. All authorized returns must be sent to the PreSonus repair facility postage prepaid, insured and properly packaged. PreSonus reserves the right to update any unit returned for repair. PreSonus reserves the right to change or improve the design of the product at any time without prior notice.

6. This warranty does not cover claims for damage due to abuse, neglect, alteration, or attempted repair by unauthorized personnel and is limited to failures arising during normal use that are due to defects in material or workmanship in the product. Any implied warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for
   a particular purpose, are limited in duration to the length of this limited warranty. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. In no event will PreSonus be liable for incidental, consequential, or other damages resulting from the breach of
   any express or implied warranty, including, among other things, damage to property, damage based on inconvenience or on loss of use of the product, and, to the extent permitted by law, damages for personal injury.

7. Some states do not allow the exclusion of limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state. This warranty only applies to products sold and used in the United States of America. For warranty information in all other countries except the USA, please refer to your local distributor.

8. PreSonus reserves the right to change or improve the design of the product at any time without prior notice. This warranty does not cover claims for damage due to abuse, neglect, alteration, or attempted repair by unauthorized personnel and is limited to failures arising during normal use that are due to defects in material or workmanship in the product. Any implied warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited in duration to the length of this limited warranty. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.

9. In no event will PreSonus be liable for incidental, consequential, or other damages resulting from the breach of any express or implied warranty, including, among other things, damage to property, damage based on inconvenience or on loss of use of the product, and, to the extent permitted by law, damages for personal injury. Some states do not allow the exclusion of limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state. This warranty only applies to products sold and used in the United States of America. For warranty information in all other countries except the USA, please refer to your local distributor.

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