AC/DC Signal Output Jack ................11 Applications ....................11 Accessories and Replacement Parts ............12 Product Care ....................12 Product Warranty ..................12 Product Disposal and Recycling ..............13 Product Support ..................13 REED Instruments 1-877-849-2127 | info@reedinstruments.com | www.reedinstruments.com...
Introduction Thank you for purchasing your REED R8080 Sound Level Meter/Data Logger. Please read the following instructions carefully before using your instrument. By following the steps outlined in this manual your meter will provide years of reliable service. Product Quality...
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NOTE: Direct contact with strong winds or blowing air on the microphone may cause measurement errors. These effects can be reduced by using the included windscreen. MIN/MAX Press the MIN/MAX button to display the Maximum and Minimum sound level values recorded during the measurement process. continued... REED Instruments 1-877-849-2127 | info@reedinstruments.com | www.reedinstruments.com...
Power Button and A/C buttons simultaneously. "Set" will flash on the display indicating you are in the Setup mode. Press the MIN/MAX (Clock) button to enter the time and date setup screen. Press the Up and Down arrows to adjust the year. Press the MIN/MAX (Clock) button again to toggle through Month, Day, Hour (24-hours), Minutes and Seconds. During each selection the Up and Down arrows can be used to adjust the selected value. Press the MIN/MAX (Clock) button after seconds to save and exit the Setup mode. NOTE: Press the Power button to exit Setup mode at any time. REED Instruments 1-877-849-2127 | info@reedinstruments.com | www.reedinstruments.com...
5 seconds when the meter is off. The display will show a 5 second countdown. Once the countdown is completed "Clear" will display confirming the memory has been erased. Calibration Procedure continued... REED Instruments 1-877-849-2127 | info@reedinstruments.com | www.reedinstruments.com...
In order to calibrate the R8080 an external calibrator that can provide a 94.0dB signal is required (REED R8090). If the meter has been exposed to extreme conditions or it has not been used in a long period of time the meter should be calibrated by following steps 1 through 6 below. Remove windshield ball. While the meter is off, press and hold the MIN/MAX button while turning the meter on. When the meter turns on release both the MIN/MAX and Power button to enter calibration mode as indicated on-screen by "CAL 94dB".
AC Output Voltage Range 1 Vrms at FS (full scale) (FS refers to the upper limit of the selected dB level range. For example if 30-90dB is the selected level range, 1Vrms = 90dB) DC Output Voltage Range 10mV / dB Applications • Preventative Maintenance • Industrial Machinery/Equipment • Construction Sites • Ensuring Safe Working Conditions • Public Venues / Concerts • Code Enforcement • Traffic • Appliance Noise Testing • Long-term Measurement • Recording of Acoustic Levels for Environmental Impact Studies REED Instruments 1-877-849-2127 | info@reedinstruments.com | www.reedinstruments.com...
REED Instruments total liability is limited to repair or replacement of the product. REED Instruments shall not be liable for damages to goods, property, or persons due to improper use or through attempts to utilize the instrument under conditions which exceed the designed capabilities.
Product Support If you have any questions on your product, please contact your authorized REED distributor or REED Instruments Customer Service by phone at 1-877-849-2127 or by email at info@reedinstruments.com. Please visit www.REEDINSTRUMENTS.com for the most up-to-date manuals, datasheets, product guides and software.
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