Getting Started .............................................................................................................................................. 4
Charging the Battery .................................................................................................................................. 4
Notes and Cautions ................................................................................................................................... 5
Turning Power On/Off ................................................................................................................................ 5
NoiseCHEK has a ½-inch Class 2 microphone and is worn on the apex of the shoulder with the microphone close to the ear and away from the neck. Clothing clips on each end of the device attach the dosimeter securely to a worker’s shoulder.
Note: You can also charge NoiseCHEK by connecting the charging dock to your PC or a USB battery bank with a USB cable. 2. Place the NoiseCHEK in the prepared charging dock. Battery charging status bars will be displayed on the dosimeter screen (see right); four amber LEDs will blink during charging.
• The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire or explosion when heated above 212 F (100 C) or incinerated. Battery can be replaced only by SKC authorized service center. Turning Power On/Off Turn on: Press and hold the green button (Figure 1). The Home (SETUP) screen will be displayed.
Determining Dosimeter Status — LEDs LEDs (visible through the windscreen LED collar) indicate charging and operation status and activity, and exposure level. See the table below. LED Description/Activity Status Amber, flashing continuously (device seated in Not fully charged charging dock) Green, flashing continuously (device seated in Fully charged charging dock)
Interpreting and Navigating Screen Displays The screen displays are intuitive with messages and selection prompts to guide you through each operation. Icons at the top right and left corners indicate battery and operation status, activated features, and alerts (see Status Icons). Note: After approximately 30 seconds of inactivity, the screen will dim automatically.
You can upload and play a voice note on a PC using DataTrac dB Software. Only one voice note can be held in NoiseCHEK, and it must be deleted or uploaded to a PC before another note can be recorded.
Recording deleted Attaching NoiseCHEK on a Worker Attach the NoiseCHEK to the worker’s shoulder after the unit has been turned on and calibrated and before the sample run is started. 1. Choose the shoulder facing the highest level or source of noise. Place the unit on the top of that shoulder with the microphone as high as possible so it can collect maximum sound.
Figure 3). After a 5-second countdown shown on the screen, calibration will take place. 5. When calibration is complete/passed, turn off or remove the calibrator from the microphone. 6. Select OK (press green button) on NoiseCHEK (returns you to Home screen). 7. Reinstall the windscreen. See Removing/Reinstalling the Windscreen.
Sample • To schedule a timed sample run, see DataTrac dB Software for NoiseCHEK User Manual. • For details about Auto Lock, see Lock Feature. 1. After successful calibration, from the Home screen press the green button. See below. Note: Attach the dosimeter to the worker in Step 2 before selecting YES to begin sampling.
6. Proceed to Post-calibrate. Post-calibrate • Each time NoiseCHEK is calibrated, it displays the calibration values obtained “Before” and “After” calibration and stores them. For post-calibration, use the “Before” value. 1. See Calibrate, Steps 2 through 6. 2. Review data. See Reviewing Data (History).
Select list of sample runs Select run from list Review data from the History views on the NoiseCHEK device or on your PC using DataTrac dB software (see Using DataTrac dB Software). Upload and print summary reports as well as a more detailed report (compliance + time history) from your PC.
Using DataTrac dB Software NoiseCHEK communicates with a PC via SKC Charging Dock 701-002 or 701-003 and DataTrac dB Software. With DataTrac dB software, you can: • Program and modify presets in your dosimeter setup including virtual dosimeters, octave band display, auto lock, and more (Figure 4).
Install DataTrac dB Software The NoiseCHEK noise dosimeter communicates with a PC via USB cable and charging dock (1-unit or 5- unit) and DataTrac dB Software (Figure 5). Connect up to five NoiseCHEK dosimeters in the 5-unit charging dock to upload settings.
SKC Limited Warranty and Return Policy SKC products are subject to the SKC Limited Warranty and Return Policy, which provides SKC’s sole liability and the buyer’s exclusive remedy. To view the complete SKC Limited Warranty and Return Policy, go to http://www.skcinc.com/warranty.
Up to 95%, non-condensing Dimensions 3.9 x 1.9 x 2 inches (99 x 48 x 51 mm) Weight 4.1 oz (117 gm) NoiseCHEK dosimeters are shipped with Li-Ion batteries and are subject to special shipping regulations skcinc.com Form 37181 Rev 200909 Page 17...
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