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FLIR Extech Instruments SDL600 User Manual

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Sound Level Meter
SD Card real-time Datalogger
Model SDL600
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  • Page 1 User's Guide Sound Level Meter SD Card real-time Datalogger Model SDL600...

  • 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 SDL600meets ANSI and IEC 61672 class 2 standards and includes ‘A’ and ‘C’ frequency weighting and FAST and SLOW response time.

  • 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.

  • 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 ON (enable) or OFF (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 The optional 407001A software kit (software and cable) allows streaming of data to a PC via the RS232 Output jack. AC Power Adaptor This meter is normally powered by six (6) 1.5V ‘AA’ batteries. An optional 9V power adaptor is available.

  • 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

    Note: Specifications tested at 23°C ± 5°C and under an environmental RF Field Strength lower than 3 V/M and a frequency lower than 30 MHz Copyright © 2011 Extech Instruments Corporation (a FLIR company) All rights reserved including the right of reproduction in whole or in part in any form www.extech.com...

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