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LF010 Sound level limiter 1/3 Octave band spectrum analyser and recorder USER’S MANUAL M_LF010_v0010_20230606_EN...
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Contents 1. What is in this manual? 2. General description of the device 2.1 LF010 Sound level limiter and 1/3 octave band spectrum analyser and recorder 2.2 Main Features of the LF010 2.3 Device parts 3. LF010 web server 3.1 Access to the web server 3.2 Display data...
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6.2.2 Main and secondary sensor input 6.2.3 Cable for connecting the sensor to the limiter 6.2.4 Fire alarm input 6.2.5 Output for the connection of the DL010 external display 6.2.6 Full HD video output for HDMI displays 6.2.7 Ethernet Communication 6.2.8 Wireless LAN communication (WIFI) 6.3 FRONT SCREEN 6.4 ATTENUATOR...
What is in this manual? 1. What is in this manual? This manual provides you with the following information about the LF010 limiter: Chapter 2 describes the main features of the device and its physical parts. Chapter 3 explains how the Web server works when accessed by the “user”...
Thanks to its power, the LF010 measures the existing sound level in the music venue (emission) at up to four points (one main control sensor and up to 3 optional secondary ones) and the sound level transmitted to a neighbouring house, opposite façade or a point outside (reception) thanks to the frequency...
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• The LF010 limiter can completely MUTE the music if the limiter is not connected to the mains, it can switch off the main sensor, apply periods of silence at the end of the session (schedule control) or activate a voice- operated alarm for evacuation and emergency applications.
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smartphone (Windows, iOS, Linux, Android) via an Ethernet (RJ45) or WIFI connection. • It has its own communication systems (Ethernet and WIFI) to connect to the Internet and to the LIDACO or GALILEO activity inspection platforms. A simple optional access point (modem) is all you need for non-Internet- connected activities.
2.3 Device parts The following figure describes the most important parts of the LF010: 1. Touchscreen· The LF010 has a front touch screen for viewing different information about the limiter and for activating direct communication mode. LAN connector for Ethernet connection ·...
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Chapter 2 General description of the device...
LF010 web server 3. LF010 web server Below, a description is given of the LF010’s web server when accessed by the “user” profile. Section 3.1 describes how to access the web server. When you access it, you will see a main menu* with several detailed options between sections 3.2 and 3.5.
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The values measured by the main sensor, by the secondary sensors (if there are any) and the existing emission limit are displayed in a chart in the middle: • The reception values and the existing reception limit are displayed at the bottom: Chapter 3 LF010 Web server...
This option configures the information to be displayed on an external HDMI display connected to the 1080p full HD output [3]: The LF010 allows you to choose from different options that are available in the “Display type” section. The “Example” section shows a graphic example of the selected option.
1920x1080 for full ones). A .gif file containing different images may be uploaded, in which case each image will be displayed for one minute as a slide-show. Press “Save” to send all settings to the LF010 limiter. 3.4 Support Select the “Support” option on the main menu to download this document in .pdf format.
Touchscreen 4. Touchscreen This chapter deals with the touchscreen located on the front of the LF010 which displays the limiter’s different parameters and where direct communication mode can be activated. 4.1 Navigation bar A navigation bar with the following options is displayed at the bottom of the LF010’s touchscreen:...
5 seconds with frequency weighting A. 4.3.2 Reception icon is enabled if reception limits are configured in the LF010 limiter. Otherwise this icon will be disabled. If it is enabled, when pressed it displays the LAeq Reception...
The lower bar (which goes from 0 dBA to 80 dBA) represents the LAeq Reception level. It is displayed in green if the reception limit value (indicated on the bar) is not exceeded and in red if the reception limit is exceeded. There will be different indicators below the bar depending on the information to be displayed.
1/3 octave spectrum Reception levels calculated from the values measured by the main sensor and taking into account the insulation entered into the LF010 limiter’s settings for each 1/3 octave band between 50 Hz and 5k Hz. Chapter 4...
The LF010 applies no attenuation to the sound signal level The LF010 applies a deviation of between 1 and 7 dB to the sound signal level The LF010 applies an attenuation of above 7 dB to the sound signal level Attenuation paused.
WIFI (for mobiles or devices with WIFI communication available). Communication ends when you exit Direct Mode (by pressing ) or after 60 minutes of no communication activity. Proceed as follows to connect the required device* (PC, tablet, smartphone, etc.) to the LF010 limiter: Chapter 4 Touchscreen...
Search for WIFI networks with the device you wish to connect to the LF010 limiter. Select the WIFI network found by the LF010 limiter and log onto it (no password required). The WIFI network’s name is displayed on the LF010 limiter’s touchscreen in direct Mode.
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Internet. Platform: Press the icon to see if the limiter is ( ) or is not ( ) connected to the Internet and to the platform selected on the LF010’s web server. Chapter 4 Touchscreen...
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LF010 limiter’s model, Information: Press the version, serial number and date. MUTE test: Pressing the icon mutes music playback until the icon is pressed again. This option allows you to check that the sound level in the room comes only from the limiter.
Accessories 5. Accessories The accessories supplied with the LF010 limiter and the optional accessories that can be acquired are described below. 5.1 Standard accessories The following accessories are supplied with the LF010: MODEL DESCRIPTION XP010* Main sensor CX010 10-metre cable for connecting the sensor to the limiter TP010 Rear cover for sealing the limiter’s cables...
Technical specifications 6. Technical specifications 6.1 GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS DIMENSIONS: 440x227x96 mm (without rubber legs) 440x227x88 mm Two 19’’ racks WEIGHT: 3.5 kg POWER SUPPLY: 100 - 230 V 50/60 Hz MAXIMUM CONSUMPTION: 25 W STORAGE CAPACITY: 2 years (recording time = 10 minutes) 73 days (recording time = 1 minute) 6.2 INPUTS AND OUTPUTS 6.2.1 Audio inputs and outputs...
98.1 94.7 6.2.2 Main and secondary sensor input CONNECTOR: 4-pin female XLR 6.2.3 Cable for connecting the sensor to the limiter TYPE OF CABLE: CESVA CX100 150 m MAXIMUM LENGTH: CONNECTORS: 4-pin female XLR 4-pin male XLR 1 → Blue PIN-OUT LENGTH ≤...
6.2.5 Output for the connection of the DL010 external display CONNECTOR: 3-pin male XLR EXTERNAL DISPLAY 1 → 2 → 3 → DATA Chassis → Screen 6.2.6 Full HD video output for HDMI displays CONNECTOR: Compatible with HDMI cable RESOLUTION: 1080p Full HD 1920x1080 6.2.7 Ethernet Communication...
• The LF010 uses an internal lithium battery to keep time. This battery has a life of approximately 10 years. When the battery runs out, the LF010’s internal calendar/clock will be reset to 01:00 on 01/01/1970. The battery must be replaced immediately by an official technical service.
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