Getting Started .............................................................................................................................................. 4
Charging the Battery .................................................................................................................................. 4
Notes and Cautions ................................................................................................................................... 6
Turning Power On/Off ................................................................................................................................ 6
Determining Battery Charge Status ........................................................................................................... 6
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. Charging time may increase significantly depending on the power available from the USB port used.
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Charging Train in Carry Case with Charging Cable Installed The carry case for Cat. Nos. 701-001K3, 701-001K3-C, 701-001K5, and 701-001K5-C has a charging cable installed and a power jack for connection to the charging dock and power supply for charging in the case.
• 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. • When transporting dosimeters, ensure that they are placed in their designated areas inside the case, not on the charging dock.
White (lower right) flashing intermittently Voice note present. Blue (top), flashing intermittently Communicating via Bluetooth (with SKC SmartWave dB app) Using the Buttons See the table below for how to use the dosimeter buttons (Figure 1) to operate the device, navigate screens, and select screen prompts.
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.
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 Secure Lock and Auto Lock, see Lock Feature. 1. After successful calibration, from the Home screen press the green button. See below.
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, on your PC using DataTrac dB software (see Using DataTrac dB Software), or on your mobile device using the SKC SmartWave dB mobile app.
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, secure lock and 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 in (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 37169 Rev 210311 Page 18...
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