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- Page 1 CLASS 1 SOUND LEVEL METER WITH EXCEL-FORMATTED DATA LOGGING SD CARD USER’S MANUAL DSM403SD 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
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ........3 Key Features . -
Page 3: Introduction
USB card reader. The data logs are stored on the card as files with the .xls extension, which can be opened by Microsoft’s Excel application. The DSM403SD has a backlit 2-1/2 in. diagonal display and is powered by six “AA” batteries or an optional 9V AC/DC adapter. -
Page 4: What's In The Case
WHAT’S IN THE CASE The DSM403SD comes fully assembled in a hard carrying case along with a sound wind shield ball, a 2 GB SD memory card and this user’s manual. Optional accessories available from General Tools & Instruments include a 94 dB or 94/114 dB sound calibrator and a 9VDC adapter for a 110V power supply. -
Page 5: Setup Instructions
SETUP INSTRUCTIONS 1. Choose the power source. Before using the DSM403SD, be sure it is powered by fresh batteries or an optional 9VDC AC adapter plugged into the bottom jack on its right side (callout 1-13). To remove the battery compartment cover (callout 1-17), remove the two Phillips-head screws holding it in place (callout 1-15). -
Page 6: Calibrating The Meter
50 to 100 dB. 2. On the DSM403SD, manually set its range to 50 to 100 dB as well by pressing the button (which has the word “Range” stenciled above it) once. The display will then show the first of three range options: “30 –... -
Page 7: Operating Instructions
3. Press the SET button on the DSM403SD (callout 1-7 of Fig. 1), which has the term “Fast/Slow” stenciled below it. If the word “FAST” is displayed, move ahead to Step 4. If the word “SLOW” is displayed, press the SET button again to change “SLOW” to “FAST”. -
Page 8: Holding And Storing Measurements
AUTOMATIC VS. MANUAL DATA LOGGING The DSM403SD can automatically log data at a user-selected sampling period from 1 second to 3,600 seconds (one hour). To view the sampling time that the instrument has been set up to use, press and hold the M button (which has the words “Sampling check”... -
Page 9: Transferring Data From The Sd Card
Also be sure that the meter either is running on fresh batteries or is being powered by AC through a 9VDC adapter. 1. To start automatic data logging, press the REC/ENTER button once. The top line of the display will show the term “REC”. Pressing the LOGGER button at this point will make “REC”... -
Page 10: Specifications
Fig. 3. Typical Excel Fig. 2. Typical Excel data-only screen graphics-only screen SPECIFICATIONS Display type LCD with green backlight Display size 2.05 x 1.5 in. (52 x 38mm) Parameter measured Frequency range 31.5 Hz to 16 kHz Measurement range 30 to 130 dB in autoranging mode; user can also select fixed range of 30 to 80 dB, 50 to 100 dB, or 80 to 130 dB Measurement weighting By frequency and time, using Class 1 IEC 61672 standard;... -
Page 11: 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 any cost, attorneys’ fees, expenses, or losses alleged to be a consequence of any damage due to failure of, or defect in any product including, but not limited to, any claims for loss of profits. -
Page 12: Return For Repair Policy
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 ©2013 GENERAL TOOLS & INSTRUMENTS NOTICE - WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS. MAN# DSM403SD 3/25/13...
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