Product Disposal and Recycling .............. 26 Product Support ..................26 Introduction Thank you for purchasing your REED R8085 Noise Dosimeter. 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 This product has been manufactured in an ISO9001 facility and has been calibrated during the manufacturing process to meet stated product specifications. If a certificate of calibration is required please contact the nearest authorized REED distributor or authorized Service Center. Please note an additional fee for this service will apply.
Specifications Measurement Type: Sound Pressure Level: dB Personal Noise Exposure: %Dose Measuring Range(s): 35 to 130dB Low: 35 to 80dB High: 80 to 130dB Auto: 35 to 130dB Dose: 70 to 130dB Dynamic Range: 50dB (in each range) Accuracy: 31.5Hz ±3.0dB, 63Hz ±2.0dB, 125Hz ±1.5dB, 250Hz ±1.5dB, 500Hz ±1.5dB, 1kHz ±1.0dB, 2kHz ±2.0dB, 4kHz ±3.0dB, 8kHz ±5.0dB Resolution:...
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Low Battery Indicator: Power Supply: 3 x AAA batteries Output: Yes, RS-232/USB (optional) PC Connectivity: USB Cable (R8085-USB, optional) Software: PC Software (R8085-PC, optional) Software OS Compatability: Windows XP/Vista/7/8/10 Product Certifications: CE, IEC61252, ANSI S1.25 for Noise Dose and Sound Exposure Meters, IEC 61672 Class 2/ANSI S1.4 Type S...
Display Description %DOSE 1. Test Duration, Start (BEG), Stop (END) Indicators 2. Locked Keypad Indicator 3. Test Duration %DOSE Time Value FAST m.s. 4. Time Stamp 5. Time Weighting Indicator 6. Unit of Measure 7. Frequency Weighting Indicator 8. Recording Status Indicator 9.
Operating Instructions Power On/Off Turn the meter on by pressing the POWER button. To turn the meter off, press and hold the POWER button for 2 seconds. Sound Pressure Level (dBA/dBC Mode) At start up, the meter's default settings are "Auto Range", "A Frequency Weighting"...
Press the BACKLIGHT button to turn the LCD Backlight on. It will automatically turn off after approx. 5 seconds. The R8085 is designed to calculate and display an individual's noise exposure in %DOSE on the LCD display. All stored readings that are captured during the modes described in this manual can be accessed, and exported to Excel for further analysis by using the optional PC software (R8085-PC) and USB cable (R8085-USB).
According to OSHA's noise standard, specifically, 29 CFR 1910.95, the dosimeter must be set up to record noise exposure using the following criteria: • Exchange rate: 5dB • Frequency weighting: A • Response: Slow • Criterion level: 90dBA (Hearing Conservation) or 90dBA (Administrative and Engineering Controls).
Clip the microphone as close as possible to the user's ear i.e. shirt collar. Note: Set the cable in a way that does not hinder the user's ability to perform their tasks. 10. Press the RUN/PAUSE button to begin measuring accumulated noise exposure.
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Press and hold the button to set the recording start time. Use the buttons to adjust the current date as indicated by "dd". Press the FUNC. button to confirm selection and switch to the hour digit as indicated by "h". Use the buttons until the desired number value is reached.
Please note to use the data logging feature for Sound Level Pressure (SPL) the optional PC software (R8085-PC) and USB cable (R8085-USB) are required. With the software, all stored readings that are captured can be downloaded and exported to Excel for further analysis.
To exit manual data logging mode, press and hold the LOG button for 2 seconds to resume normal operation. SPL Automatic Data Logging Mode In automatic mode, the desired data logging sampling rate is set to 1, 2, 5, 10, 30, 60, 120, 300, 600, 1800 or 3600 seconds prior to recording. In order to setup the meter for automatic data logging, follow steps 1 through 5 below.
Once the appropriate parameter has been selected follow the associated instructions below. Note: The meter automatically exits out of the Setup mode if no key is pressed within 7 seconds. Setting the Time and Date (dAtE) Press the ENTER button when the dAtE parameter appears on the LCD.
Press the ENTER button to confirm selection and skip to next parameter. Note: At any time, you can press the ESC button to exit the Setup mode and resume normal operation. Setting the Criterion Level in dB (SEt LC) Follow steps 1 and 2 when "SEt LC" appears on the LCD. Use the buttons to adjust the criterion level between 80, 84, 85, and 90 dB.
Calibration Procedure In order to calibrate the R8085, an external calibrator that can provide a 94.0dB signal is required (REED R8090). If the meter has been exposed to extreme conditions or has not been used in a long period of time the meter should be calibrated by following steps 1 through 11 below.
Press and hold the HOLD and RUN/PAUSE buttons simultaneously for approx. 3 seconds to enter calibration mode. When in calibration mode, the current sound level measurement will appear on the lower and upper part of the LCD display. 10. Press the buttons to adjust the upper display until it matches the output of the calibrator (94.0dB).
3.5mm Terminal to RS-232 Serial Connection Battery Replacement When the low battery icon appears on the LCD, the batteries must be replaced. 1. Remove the Phillips screw located on the back of the meter. 2. Remove the battery cover. 3. Replace the 3 x "AAA" batteries. 4.
Accessories and Replacement Parts • R8085-PC PC Software for Noise Dosimeter • R8085-USB USB Cable for Noise Dosimeter • CA-52A Soft Carrying Case • R8888 Hard Carrying Case • R8090 Sound Level Calibrator • R1500 Tripod Don't see your part listed here? For a complete list of all accessories and replacement parts visit your product page on www.reedinstruments.com.
Appendix C: Noise Exposure Limits, by Canadian Jurisdiction Continuous Noise Jurisdiction Maximum Permitted (federal, provincial, Exchange Rate Exposure Level for territorial) dB(A) + 8 Hours: dB(A) Canada (Federal) British Columbia Alberta Saskatchewan Ontario Quebec New Brunswick Nova Scotia Prince Edward Island Newfoundland and Labrador Northwest Territories...
REED Instruments guarantees this instrument to be free of defects in material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of shipment. During the warranty period, REED Instruments will repair or replace, at no charge, products or parts of a product that proves to be defective because of improper material or workmanship, under normal use and maintenance.
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