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- Page 1 USER MANUAL Sound Level Meter SD Card real-time Datalogger Model SDL600 Additional User Manual Translations available at www.extech.com...
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Page 2: Meter Description
Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the Extech SDL600 Sound Level Meter. This meter displays and stores sound level readings in the 30 to 130 db range. The SDL600 includes ‘A’ and ‘C’ frequency weighting and FAST and SLOW response time. Logged data readings are stored on an SD card for transfer to a PC. -
Page 3: Getting Started
Getting Started Accessories The SDL600 includes batteries, SD card, windscreen, and carry case. If items are missing please contact the distributor through which this product was purchased An optional AC adaptor is available through Extech distributors Optional sound level calibrators are available through Extech distributors. Calibrators are highly recommended for best accuracy and repeatability. - Page 4 Frequency Weighting ‘A’ and ‘C’ Select ‘A’ or ‘C’ frequency weighting in the SETUP Mode. With ‘A’ weighting selected, the frequency response of the meter is similar to the response of the human ear. ‘A’ weighting is commonly used for environmental or hearing conservation programs such as OSHA regulatory testing and noise ordinance law enforcement.
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Page 5: Setup Mode
Setup Mode Basic settings at a glance To view the current configuration of the meter with regard to time, date, and datalogging sampling rate press the SET button momentarily. The meter will now display the configuration in quick succession. Repeat as necessary to observe all of the information. Accessing the Setup mode 1. - Page 6 Enabling/Disabling the Auto Power OFF Feature Access the PoFF parameter. Use the arrow buttons to select YES (enable) or NO (disable). With the Auto Power OFF feature enabled, the meter will automatically switch OFF after 10 minutes of inactivity. Press ENTER to confirm setting. Press and hold the SET button for at least 1.5 seconds to exit to the normal operation mode (or simply wait 7 seconds for the meter to automatically switch to the normal operating mode).
- Page 7 Datalogging and PC Interface Types of Data Recording Manual Datalogging: Manually log up to 99 readings onto an SD card via push-button press. Automatic Datalogging: Automatically log data onto an SD memory card where the number of data points is virtually limited only by the card size. Readings are logged at a rate specified by the user.
- Page 8 Automatic Datalogging In automatic datalogging mode the meter takes and stores a reading at a user-specified sampling rate onto an SD memory card. The meter defaults to a sampling rate of two seconds. To change the sampling rate, refer to the Setup Mode section (the sampling rate cannot be ‘0’ for automatic datalogging): Select the sampling rate in the Setup Mode (refer to Setup Mode section) to a value other than zero.
- Page 9 Spreadsheet data example Place RS-232/USB PC Interface For streaming of data to a PC via the RS232 Output jack, the optional 407001-USB kit (RS232 to USB cable and driver CD) along with the 407001 software (available free at www.extech.com/sdl600) are required. AC Power Adaptor This meter is normally powered by six (6) 1.5V ‘AA’...
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Page 10: Battery Replacement And Disposal
Calibration Frequent calibration is recommended and is often required by noise standards and directives. Turn the meter ON Put the meter in the ‘A’ weighting mode Put the meter in the ‘SLOW’ response mode Place the optional 94db calibrator onto the microphone Turn the calibrator ON Adjust the meter’s CAL potentiometer (located on the right side under the snap- off compartment cover) so that the meter’s display matches the output of the... -
Page 11: Specifications
Specifications General Specifications 52 x 38mm (2 x 1.5”) Backlit LCD Display Status indicators Out-of-range (----) and low battery Microphone 12.7mm (0.5”) electret condenser microphone Measurement Units Decibels Measurement ranges Automatic and Manual (30 to 80, 50 to 100, and 80 to 130dB) Frequency range 31.5Hz to 8KHz Selectable ‘A’...