Table of Contents Description ... 3 Safety ... 3 Purpose ... 3 Important Safety Information ... 4–5 Identification ... 6 Display Icons ... 7 Using the Features ... 8 Meter Operation ... 9 Setting Up Sound Meter ... 9 Installing Sound Meter Software ... 9 Connecting to a PC ...
Description The Greenlee SML-200 Sound Level Meter and Logger is a hand-held testing device intended to measure and log sound levels from 30 dB to 130 dB and from 31.5 Hz to 8 kHz. The frequency-weighted response and response times are in accordance with the requirements of IEC 651/ANSI S1.4 for Type 2 sound level meters.
Important Safety Information This symbol is used to call your attention to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in an injury or property damage. The signal word, defined below, indicates the severity of the hazard. The message after the signal word provides information for preventing or avoiding the hazard.
• Do not attempt to repair this unit. It contains no user-serviceable parts. • Do not expose the unit to extremes in temperature or high humidity. See Specifications. Failure to observe these precautions can result in injury and can damage the unit. SML-200...
Identification 1. Windscreen 2. Electret condenser microphone 3. LCD and bar graph display 4. Power button to turn power on or off 5. LEVEL selector to select a measurement range 6. FAST/SLOW selector and RECORD button 7. A/C and RESET button 8.
28. A or C The selected weighting scale 29. dB Decibels (the measurement unit of sound pressure) 30. FULL Indicates that the memory is full 31. RECORD Indicates that recording is in process 32. 10 10 00 TIME/DATE display SML-200...
Using the Features • Range Selection Press LEVEL ranges are as follows: 30 dB to 80 dB 40 dB to 90 dB 50 dB to 100 dB 60 dB to 110 dB 70 dB to 120 dB 80 dB to 130 dB “UNDER”...
If the unit does not function as expected, replace the batteries. If the unit still does not function as expected, send the unit to Greenlee for repair. Use any or all of the other four buttons to select the various options (described under Using the Features): LEVEL, MAX, A/C, FAST/SLOW, or RECORD.
Running Sound Meter The SML-200 must be connected to the PC in order to open the Sound Meter program, and the meter must be turned on. Open the Sound Meter program. The COM Port dialog box appears. Note: If the meter is not turned on or the cable is not connected properly, Sound Meter will not function.
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• MEMORY Opens the Logger dialog box. See the Internal Logging section. System Functions and Displays • SYSTEM TIME SET Sets the SML-200 date and time to match the PC’s configuration. • TIME Shows the current time of the meter in 24-hour mode.
Using Graphs Graphs can be accessed from the Panel dialog box or from the GRAPH menu command on List dialog boxes. The title of the graph changes depending on where it is accessed. For example, the graph’s title is REC_GRAPH when it is accessed from the REC_LIST dialog box. The menu commands on the graphs are essentially the same with minor differences.
On the GRAPH menu bar, click LIMIT. The Input No.s of records dialog box appears. Type in the number of the records in the text box. The range is 10 to 300. Click OK. The graph adjusts to the new values. SML-200...
Using Lists Lists can be accessed from the Panel or Logger dialog boxes. The title of the List dialog box changes depending on where it is accessed. For example, the list’s title is REC_LIST when it is accessed from the Panel dialog box. The menu commands on the lists vary, depending on the list’s function.
Real-time and collected data can be saved to a file. On the List menu bar, click SAVE. The Save As dialog box appears. Select the location for the file. Assign a file name, using no more than eight characters, and add the .dat extension. Click OK. SML-200...
Internal Logging Before using the SML-200, you may want to set the date, time, and sampling rate in the meter. Setting the Date and Time Follow the steps in the Connecting to a PC section to connect the meter to a PC.
Logger dialog box but is not stored with the recorded data. On the Logger dialog box, select the ID number under ID CODE. Type in a number between 0 and 65,535. Click ID CODE. The code is uploaded to the meter. SML-200...
Downloading from the Meter Data collected in the SML-200 may be downloaded to a PC so that it can be saved for future use. It can also be viewed as a list or in a graph. All downloading is performed through the Logger dialog box.
This is especially useful when you need more memory storage for longer recording sessions. It also allows you to remotely monitor sound levels. When recording from the PC, the buttons on the SML-200 continue to function normally and the word “RECORD” does not appear on the display.
Using Saved Data Data that has been saved to the PC can be opened in Sound Meter or a spreadsheet application such as Microsoft Excel. If you prefer to open it in Sound Meter, the meter must be connected and turned on. Opening a File in Sound Meter On the Panel dialog box, click OPEN FILE.
–60 –70 –80 Time Weighting: Fast: 125 ms Slow: 1 s Accuracy: 1.5 dB (under reference conditions) Resolution: 0.1 dB A-weighted 1000 10000 Frequency—Hz Response curve per ANSI S1.4. Solid portion shows the frequency range of this instrument. 100000 SML-200...
Specifications (cont’d) Measurement Output AC Output Voltage: 0.707 VRMS at full scale of selected range AC Output Impedance: 600 DC Output Voltage: 10 mV per dB DC Output Impedance: 100 Connector 3.5 mm, 3-conductor phono plug, signal (+) on tip, signal (–) on shield terminal, middle sleeve not connected Data Storage and Output Memory: 16,000 records...
8. Align the notch on the microphone with the key on the microphone socket. 9. Press and screw in the conical plastic retainer. 10. Replace power source batteries, cover, and screws. Cleaning Periodically wipe the case with a damp cloth and mild detergent; do not use abrasives or solvents. SML-200...
Lifetime Limited Warranty Greenlee warrants to the original purchaser of these goods for use that these products will be free from defects in workmanship and material for their useful life, excepting normal wear and abuse. This warranty is subject to the same terms and conditions contained in Greenlee’s standard one-year limited warranty.
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