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- Page 1 DIGITAL SOUND LEVEL METER USER’S MANUAL DSM8930 99 Washington Street Melrose, MA 02176 Phone 781-665-1400 Toll Free 1-800-517-8431 Visit us at www.TestEquipmentDepot.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Return for Repair Policy ..... . . 11 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing General Tools & Instruments’ DSM8930 Digital Sound Level Meter. Please read this user’s manual carefully and thoroughly before using the instrument. The DSM8930 uses an integrated condenser microphone to... -
Page 3: Key Features
Physical features of the DSM8930 include a wind shield ball and an analog output jack for connecting to a chart recorder. The DSM8930 is powered by one “9V” battery (included). -
Page 4: What's In The Blister Pack
PRODUCT OVERVIEW Figure 1 shows all of the controls, indicators and connectors on the front, bottom and right side of the DSM8930. Figure 2 shows all text and icons that could appear on the LCD. Familiarize yourself with the positions and functions of these symbols and structures before moving on to the Setup Instructions. - Page 5 Fig. 2. All possible display indications and their meanings Digital readout is highest level recorded since meter was powered on Digital readout is lowest level recorded since meter was powered on Abbreviation of sound pressure level (the parameter measured) Meter’s battery is very low on charge and should be replaced Sound level unit (accompanies reading at its left) Range Baseline (low end of current measurement...
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Page 6: Setup Instructions
SETUP INSTRUCTIONS INSTALL BATTERY 1. The meter’s battery compartment (Fig. 1, Callout D) is accessible from the back of the unit near the bottom. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to loosen the screw holding the yellow battery compartment cover in place. Set the cover and screw aside. -
Page 7: Tracking Min And Max Levels
If a sound level is below 40 dB, the readout will be LO. If a sound level is above 130 dB, the readout will be HI. TRACKING MIN AND MAX LEVELS After being powered on, the DSM8930 automatically operates in “Recording” mode for the purpose of tracking and displaying minimum and maximum sound level measurements. - Page 8 To display the maximum sound level measured since the meter was powered on, press the MAX button. The text MAX will replace MIN on the top line of the display and the digital display will indicate the highest sound volume measured since power on.
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Page 9: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Measurement Range 40 to 130 dB over four ranges (40 to 70 dB, 60 to 90 dB, 80 to 110 dB, 100 to 130 dB) Measurement Accuracy ±2 dB Display Size/Type 4-digit (4000 count) LCD Digital Display Resolution 0.1 dB Digital Display Refresh Period 160 milliseconds Analog Bar Graph Resolution 1 dB Analog Bar Graph... -
Page 10: Maintenance Tips
Acceptance of the exclusive repair and replacement remedies described herein is a condition of the contract for purchase of this product. In no event shall General be liable for any incidental, special, consequential or punitive damages, or for... -
Page 11: Return For Repair Policy
any cost, attorneys’ fees, expenses, or losses alleged to be a consequence of damage due to failure of, or defect in any product including, but not limited to, any claims for loss of profits. RETURN FOR REPAIR POLICY Every effort has been made to provide you with a reliable product of superior quality. - Page 12 99 Washington Street Melrose, MA 02176 Phone 781-665-1400 Toll Free 1-800-517-8431 Visit us at www.TestEquipmentDepot.com Specifications subject to change without notice ©2012 GENERAL TOOLS & INSTRUMENTS NOTICE - WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS. MAN#DSM8930 8/16/12...