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- Page 1 NoiseMeters Noise Nuisance Recorder NNR-P-A1 and NNR-P-A2 User’s Manual NNR-P-Ax User Manual v1.0.0...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction..........................3 Quick Start Quide........................4 Getting Started........................5 Connecting the cables.......................5 Connecting the microphone & preamplifier...............5 Mounting the microphone....................5 Switching on........................6 Check the instrument clock....................6 Memory Size with audio recordings...................6 Calibrating the instrument....................7 Starting a measurement....................7 Making a recording......................8 Starting a recording.......................8 Stopping a recording.....................8 Pre-Trigger &... -
Page 3: Introduction
Introduction This manual is for the Noise Nuisance Recorder “Professional” range, order codes NNR-P- A1 and NNR-P-A2. It covers the use of the equipment as a noise nuisance recorder or neighbour noise recorder. For information about using the sound level meters outside the NNR kit please refer to the sound level meter’s own manual. -
Page 4: Quick Start Quide
Quick Start Quide Check the meter’s batteries • ◦ Ensure fresh batteries are fitted if you rely on the battery backup in case the power adapter is unplugged Connect Microphone • ◦ Connect the microphone to the cable ◦ Attach to tripod Power Up •... -
Page 5: Getting Started
Getting Started It is recommended that you connect the sound level meter to the NoiseTools software and check that the instrument is configured as required before deployment. See page 14 for details of the configuration options that are specific to the Noise Nuisance Recorder. -
Page 6: Switching On
Switching on Connect the mains power supply to a socket and switch on the power. The Green Power Indicator on the Receiver unit will light up and the instrument will start. When the instrument has booted, the display will switch to showing noise levels. -
Page 7: Calibrating The Instrument
Calibrating the instrument The instrument should be calibrated before each measurement. To calibrate the instrument, switch on the acoustic calibrator and verify that the green indicator light is showing on the calibrator. Carefully attach the calibrator to the microphone and press the Calibrate key on the sound level meter. -
Page 8: Making A Recording
Making a recording Audio recordings are controlled by the Wireless Remote Control. Starting a recording To start an audio recording, press the Record button on the Remote Control. The red Indicator Light on the Remote Control will show when the key is pressed. The Recording LED on the lid of the case will flash blue and then turn red. -
Page 9: Ending A Measurement
When a recording is activated, the instrument will store the previous 30 seconds of audio from before the button was pressed and when a recording is stopped, the instrument will continue to store audio for a further 30 seconds. Note that the pre-trigger is only available once the instrument has been measuring for at least 30 seconds. -
Page 10: Downloading Data To The Noisetools Software
Downloading data to the NoiseTools software The noise measurements and audio recordings are downloaded directly from the instrument into the NoiseTools software. This program allows measurements to be viewed and audio recordings replayed as well as reports created and analysis of the information to be made. -
Page 11: Selecting Measurements
Selecting measurements The download window will open and the list of measurements currently stored in the instrument will be shown as below. Select the measurement or measurements to be downloaded by clicking on them. Multiple measurements can be selected by using the Control (CTRL) key with the mouse. To select all of the available measurements, click the Select All button. -
Page 12: Viewing A Measurement
Viewing a measurement After download, the measurement will be opened into the Noise Nuisance Summary screen. This shows a summary of the measurement data with the information essential for Noise Nuisance provided. The screen shows the overall noise levels measured for the entire period along with a noise profile of the measurement (highlighted in yellow below) and any audio recordings shown below the noise profile (highlighted in red below). -
Page 13: Replaying An Audio Recording
Replaying an audio recording To listen to the recording, click on the loudspeaker icon (highlighted below) and press the play button. The audio recording will play back. To view the entire measurement, right click on the graph and select ‘Zoom All’ to view the whole measurement. -
Page 14: Appendix 1 - Configuring The Sound Level Meter
Appendix 1 – Configuring the Sound Level Meter The sound level meter in the Noise Nuisance Recorder can be configured to meet the needs of each user. In addition to the standard configuration options, there are four that are specific to the Noise Nuisance Recorder. -
Page 15: Audio Pre-Trigger Time
Audio Pre-Trigger Time This determines the amount of audio recording that is stored prior to the time when the Start button was pressed. Audio Post-Trigger Time This determines the amount of audio recording that is stored after the Stop button has been pressed. -
Page 16: Measurement Timer
Measurement Timer This option determines how the instrument will store the noise measurement data. The default setting is off. This allows the instrument to store a single measurement for as long as the instrument is deployed. This can result in large files and extended download times if the unit is deployed for over 7 days. -
Page 17: Appendix 2 Instrument Layout
Appendix 2 Instrument layout NNR-P-Ax User Manual v1.0.0... -
Page 18: Remote Control Unit
Remote Control Unit NNR-P-Ax User Manual v1.0.0... -
Page 19: Appendix 3 Adding A New Wireless Remote Control
Appendix 3 Adding a new wireless remote control The Noise Nuisance Recorder can support up to 40 individual Remote Control Units. This allows for new remote controls to be added or old units replaced. To add a new remote control to the system, it must be paired with the receiver (the control box in the case with the status indicator lights). - Page 20 The Blue LED will flash when the micro-switch is pushed then twice when the switch is released. 9. Push again. The Blue LED will flash when the micro-switch is pushed then three times when the switch is released. 10 Push again. The Blue LED will flash when the micro-switch is pushed then four times when the switch is released.
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Page 21: Contact Information
Contact Information United Kingdom Tel: 0845 680 0312 Email: info@noisemeters.co.uk NoiseMeters Limited NoiseMeters Limited West End 7 Jayes Park Muston Ockley YO14 0ES RH5 5RR Tel: 888 206 4377 Email: info@noisemeters.com NoiseMeters Inc NoiseMeters Inc 3233 Coolidge Hwy 3121 Upland Dr, #2174...