Measurement Considerations; Basic Operation - Triplett SL600-KIT User Manual

9. Press the SETUP button to enter the
time/date reset screen. NOTE: If the
HOLD button is pressed with this screen
displayed the time and date will be reset
to default values.
Measurements

MEASUREMENT CONSIDERATIONS

5. Wind blowing across the microphone increases the noise
measurement. Use the supplied windscreen to cover the
microphone when applicable.
6. Calibrate the instrument before each use if possible. Especially if
the meter has not been used for a long period of time.
7. Do not store or operate the instrument in areas of high temperature
or humidity.
8. Keep meter and microphone dry.
9. Avoid severe vibration. Protect the meter from impact. Do not
drop it. Transport the meter in the supplied case.
10. Remove the battery when the meter is to be stored for long periods of
time.

BASIC OPERATION

1. Turn the meter ON by pressing the
Select 'A' or 'C" frequency weighting by pressing the A/C button.
2.
3. Select Fast or Slow response time by pressing the FAST/SLOW
button.
4. Use the LEVEL button to select the appropriate range. The range is
shown near the top of the display. Use a range that puts the sound
level reading in the center of the range. If the OVER or UNDER icons
appear on the display, select a new range if possible.
5. The numeric and bargraph displays indicate the sound level
measurement.
6. To turn the meter off, press and hold the
button.
button for 3 seconds.