3. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Keep the microphone dry and avoid strong vibrations. Use the WINDSCREEN (1) at wind speeds over 10m/sec. 3-A. MEASURING PROCEDURE • Turn the meter on by pressing the POWER (9) button. The meter defaults to the A frequency and FAST response.
3-B. HOLD FUNCTION With the meter on, press the HOLD (5) button to display “HOLD” and the last dB reading. Press HOLD (5) again to exit this function. 3-C. MAX/MIN FUNCTION The Max/Min dB readings are continually updated as soon as you enter the Min/Max function. These readings are reset when you exit the Max/ Min function, or when the meter is turned off.
3-D. CALIBRATION Use Sper Scientific Acoustical Calibrator 850016 (or equivalent) to calibrate the meter. Perform the calibration at temperatures between 58-78°F (15-25°C). The calibrator and meter should be at the same temperature. • Remove the WINDSCREEN (1) and turn on the meter by pressing the POWER (9) button.
5. BATTERY REPLACEMENT • Turn off the meter when the low battery icon is displayed. • Slide BATTERY COMPARTMENT (10) cover down to install a fresh 9V battery. • Replace the cover. • Expected battery life is about 50 hrs. 6.
850016 Acoustical Calibrator 840091 Windscreen 850000 Rubber Boot 8. WARRANTY Sper Scientific warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for five (5) years from the date of purchase, and agrees to repair or replace any defective unit without charge. If your model has since been discontinued, an equivalent Sper Scientific product will be substituted if available.
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