Rion NL-53 Instruction Manual And Quick Start Manual

Class 1 Sound Level Meter NL-53
Class 2 Sound Level Meter NL-43
Instruction Manual Quick Start Guide
• Before use, please read the safety precautions and then follow them carefully.
• Keep this manual in a safe place and refer to it as necessary.
Organization of the Instruction Manual
• Quick Start Guide (This Document)
• Operation Guide
• Communication Guide
• Technical Guide
Name and Function of Each Part
Front Right side
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START / STOP PAUSE / CONT
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Microphone and preamplifi er
1 The microphone and preamplifi er can be separated from the main unit. They can be installed at a distance from the
main unit using an extension cable (optional).
Touch panel
LCD display with backlight.
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The sound level is displayed numerically and as a bar graph. Also displayed are the operating status of the device, set
measurement conditions, warnings, and other information. The display can be operated by touch.
3 Microphone grid
4 Microphone
5 Preamplifi er
Card slot (SD)
6
A slot for inserting an SD card.
Serial number label
7
The serial numbers of the microphone, preamplifi er, and sound level meter are listed here.
Tripod mounting screw
8
This screw can be used to mount the device to a camera tripod.
Battery compartment
9 Install four AA batteries to use the device.
There is a power-on mode switch in the battery compartment.
Nameplate
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It shows necessary information such as the model, date of manufacture, and applicable standards of the device.
Sticker
11
The sticker guarantees the dustproof and waterproof performance of the unit.
Indicator LED
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Lights or fl ashes red or blue depending on the operation and status of the device.
START/STOP key
Used when starting or ending measurement.
13 Press the START/STOP key from the current state (sound level display) to enter the measurement state. Press again to
end the measurement.
Returns to the measurement screen if pressed while operating the menu.
PAUSE/CONT key
Used to pause the screen display. Also, when pressed during measurement in Manual mode, measurement can be
paused. Press again to resume.
14 During PAUSE in Manual mode, the indicator LED fl ashes blue.
* When back erase is set, you can omit from the calculation the measured values from the time of pressing up to
several seconds before (1, 3, or 5 seconds can be selected).
Returns to the previous screen if pressed while operating the menu.
POWER key
15 Press and hold for several seconds to turn the power on or off.
To forcibly turn the power off when the key lock is enabled, press and hold for 10 seconds or longer.
Bottom cover
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A cover to protect the ports. Ports can be accessed by opening the bottom cover.
External power supply port (DC IN)
This is the port for connecting AC Adapter NE-21P (optional) (input voltage of 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz).
17 You can also use DC Polarity Converter CC-43J (optional) by connecting it to the NC-98 series dedicated AC adapter
for sound level meters NL-42A/52A/62A and NL-42/52/62. The Battery Pack BP-21A (optional) can also be used by
connecting CC-43J.
I/O port
18
An RS-232C port for connecting a computer or printer.
USB port (Type-C)
19 A port for connecting a computer. It is also possible to connect a commercially available USB charger such as a mobile
battery to supply power via USB.
LAN port
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A port for connecting a computer or router.
This can be used by installing NX-43EX.
AC/DC port
21 This port outputs AC signals corresponding to the sound pressure waveform after frequency weighting, and DC signals
corresponding to the sound level after frequency weighting and time weighting.
Safety precautions
The precautions shown here are intended to help you use the product safely and correctly, and to prevent harm
and damage to you and other people. Incidents that could occur as a result of incorrect handling are divided
into two categories: "WARNING" and "CAUTION" . Make sure to follow the contents of all these categories
because they are serious matters related to safety.
Examples of pictorial indications
Prohibitions Instructions
WARNING
Indicates a possibility of death or serious injury due to incorrect handling.
CAUTION
Indicates a possibility of personal injury or property damage due to incorrect handling.
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Back Operation panel
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STA START / STOP T RT / STOP TA
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Bottom
A B
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LAN
DC 5.7-15V
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I/O I/O USB USB
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Name/Description
Handling of the batteries
If electrolyte leaking from the batteries gets into your eyes, rinse with water without rubbing and
immediately seek medical attention.
Failing to do so may result in blindness.
If electrolyte leaking from the batteries gets on your skin or clothes, wash it off immediately with water.
Handling of this product
Never disassemble, repair, or modify the product.
Doing so may cause a fi re, electric shock, or an accident.
Do Not
Disassemble
Do not connect the power cable or remove the main unit with wet hands.
Doing so may cause electric shock or injury.
No Wet Hands
Do not immerse the main unit in water or splash water on it.
The microphone is not waterproof. Immersing it in water or splashing it with water may cause electric shock or malfunction.
Keep Dry
The water resistance of the main unit only mitigates potential damage caused by a small amount of rainfall, etc. If the
main unit is exposed to more than a small amount of rainfall, etc., it may cause electric shock or malfunction.
Do not use the device for purposes other than for what it is originally intended.
PAUSE / CONT
14 Keep the product away from heat sources such as fi re and stoves.
Failure to do so may cause a fi re, electric shock, or malfunction.
Do not use the device if any abnormality such as damage is discovered.
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Continuing to use the device regardless of an abnormality may cause electric shock or fi re. In such circumstances,
please contact your dealer.
Do not use the device if there is something wrong with it, such as it becomes abnormally hot.
Doing so may result in a malfunction or fi re.
Do not use or connect to the power supply in a humid place such as a bathroom or in a place
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where it may get wet.
Doing so may cause electric shock or malfunction.
Do not use, store, or leave the product in a hot place such as in a place exposed to fi re, direct
sunlight, or inside a car on a hot day.
AC/DC
Doing so may cause fi re, battery breakage, or overheating.
When disposing of the product, do not set it alight.
Doing so may cause a fi re or the batteries to explode. When disposing of the product, follow the regulations of your
country or local municipality.
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Do not use the power cable connected to the optional AC adapter with a voltage other than 100 V AC.
The power cable connected to the AC adapter is a 100 V AC compatible cable that conforms to electrical safety
standards. We cannot guarantee the safety of the device if it is used with a voltage other than 100 V AC. Use the
power cable that complies with the laws and regulations of your area.
If there is dust on the external power supply port, wipe it off before connecting the AC adapter.
Failure to do so may result in electric shock, short circuit, or fi re.
Wipe off any water on the main unit and the external power supply port before connecting to the power supply.
Failure to do so may result in electric shock, short circuit, or fi re.
If there is a problem with the device during use, turn off the power and disconnect the AC
adapter and remove the batteries.
In such circumstances, please contact your dealer.
Always turn off the power after use.
Turn off the power and remove the batteries if you intend to store the product for a long time without using it. Leaving
the batteries may cause the electrolyte to leak. Remove the AC adapter.
Make sure to hold the plug or connector when disconnecting a cord or cable.
Do not apply excessive force, such as holding the cord or cable and pulling them out.
Do not use or store the product within the reach of children or pets.
Doing so may result in electric shock, injury, or accidental ingestion.
Do not store the device in places in which it will be subject to water, dust, high temperatures,
high humidity, or in direct sunlight. Do not use or store the device in places where it may be
adversely affected by salt, sulfur, chemicals, gases, etc.
The operating temperature for this device is -10°C to +50°C and the humidity range is 10% to 90% RH.
* In the event of a product defect caused by RION, RION will repair or replace the device.
Precautions for use
• If there is a drastic change in the surrounding temperature, the product may malfunction due to internal condensation.
• As the main unit is a precision electronic device, avoid using or storing it in locations subject to shock or vibration.
• Do not insert wires, metal pieces, conductive plastics, etc. through any holes or gaps in the product. Doing so may result in a malfunction.
• Do not replace the microphone or preamplifi er with those with numbers different from those specifi ed on the serial number label.
• Do not use the preamplifi er of this device with other sound level meters. Doing so may damage the preamplifi er.
• If you are using the device outdoors and it starts raining, stop taking measurements and keep the device dry.
If the device gets wet, wipe it off with a dry cloth and dry it in a well-ventilated environment.
• Make sure the microphone and microphone grid are installed securely before using or storing the device. If there is any
looseness, turn off the power, retighten the microphone and microphone grid before using or storing the device.
• Store the device in an appropriate position in the included carrying case.
• Two device units can be stored in the carrying case. If storing a device in an empty space in the case, wrap the device with bubble
wrap to protect it. Note that we assume no responsibility for any damage or malfunction of the device if it is stored in an empty space.
• The touch panel surface is easily damaged, so do not poke or hit it with an object such as a pen, pencil, or screwdriver.
• To maintain the accuracy of measurements, inspect the device regularly. When using the device for transactions or certifi cation
activities, the device needs to be subject to an authorized inspection according to the rules and regulations of the relevant country.
• Be aware that removing the sticker will cause the device to be no longer subject to the dustproof and waterproof performance
warranty.
• Note the following points to maintain the dustproof and waterproof performance of the device:
• Make sure that the battery compartment cover and bottom cover are closed securely.
• Do not open the battery compartment cover or bottom cover while the device is wet.
• Do not leave the device in a wet state. Wipe off any water droplets and dry the device.
• To check the dustproof and waterproof performance of the device, send it for regular inspection and calibration.
• We recommend regularly having the packing inside the case and the bottom cover replaced (for a fee). For replacement of
the packing and the bottom cover, please contact your dealer.
• The rechargeable backup battery for the clock of this device is a consumable item. We recommend regularly having the battery replaced (for
a fee). For replacement of the rechargeable battery, please contact your dealer.
• Be sure to turn off the power before inserting or removing the SD card.
• Never format the optional program card such as NX-43EX and NX-43WR with SD card formatting software (such as SD
Formatter). Otherwise, the program data on the card will be erased and the respective functions can no longer be used.
Restoration of the erased program is not guaranteed.
[Disclaimer]
• RION shall not be held accountable for the following damages:
Any damage caused by earthquakes, lightning, wind and fl oods, fi res for which RION is not responsible, actions or accidents
by a third party, intentional or negligent misuse by the customer, or use under other abnormal conditions.
• RION shall not be held accountable for the following incidental damages arising from the use or inability to use this product:
Alteration or loss of recorded content, loss of business profi ts, or the interruption of business, etc.
• RION shall not be held accountable for any damage caused by not following the contents of this document.
[Cleaning the product]
• To clean the device, use a dry, soft cloth or a cloth wrung out with lukewarm water. Do not use organic solvents such as
benzene or alcohol.
[What to do when disposing of the product]
• When disposing of this product or batteries, make sure to consult with your local municipality.
WARNING
WARNING
CAUTION