thomann DMS-V1 Quick Start Manual

Sound Metering Display DMS-V1
Safety instructions
Intended use
The device is designed to measure and display sound pressure levels. Any other use or
use under other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may result in
personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damage resulting
from improper use.
This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical, sensory, and intel-
lectual abilities and the necessary knowledge and experience. Other persons may use
this device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible
for their safety.
Risk of injury and choking hazard for children!
Children can suffocate on packaging material and small parts. Children can
injure themselves when handling the device. Never allow children to play
with the packaging material and the device. Always store packaging mate-
rial out of the reach of babies and small children. Always dispose of pack-
aging material properly when it is not in use. Never allow children to use
the device without supervision. Keep small parts away from children and
make sure that the device does not shed any small parts (such as knobs)
that children could play with.
Features
• Display for level display in dBA or dBC
• Easy-to-read display thanks to two-colour LEDs
• Measurement according to standard IEC-61672-1 class 2
• XLR microphone input
• USB-B port
Connections and controls
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Quick start guide
This document contains important information on the safe use of the product.
Read and follow the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the docu-
ment for future reference. If you pass the product on to others, please include this
document.
Contents are subject to change. Please refer to the latest version of the documenta-
tion, which is available for download at www.thomann.de.
Damage to the device if operated in unsuitable ambient conditions!
The device can be damaged if it is operated in unsuitable ambient condi-
tions. Only operate the device indoors within the ambient conditions
specified in the "Technical specifications". Avoid operating it in environ-
ments with direct sunlight, heavy dirt and strong vibrations. Avoid operat-
ing it in environments with strong temperature fluctuations. If tempera-
ture fluctuations cannot be avoided (for example after transport in low
outside temperatures), do not switch on the device immediately. Never
subject the device to liquids or moisture. Never move the device to anoth-
er location while it is in operation. In environments with increased dirt
levels (for example due to dust, smoke, nicotine or mist): Have the device
cleaned by qualified specialists at regular intervals to prevent damage due
to overheating and other malfunctions.
General handling
• To prevent damage, never exert force while operating the device.
• Never immerse the device in water. Wipe only with a clean and dry cloth. Do not
use liquid cleaners such as benzene, thinners or flammable cleaning agents
• Disconnect the device from the power supply when it is not in use.
Keep foreign substances away from the device!
Keep the device away containers with liquid. If any liquid penetrates the device,
this could destroy the device or cause a fire. Be aware that no metallic parts come
inside the device.
• Standalone operation or configuration and monitoring via PC software (included)
• Measuring microphone with 210 cm XLR cable (included)
• External power adapter (included)
1 Connection socket for the power supply adapter
2 [USB] | USB-B interface for connecting to a Windows PC
3 [MICROPHONE] | Microphone input for the measuring microphone, designed
as a 3-pin XLR panel socket
1 VU meter bar
2 dB value
3 Display in dBA or dBC
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