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HD600-EU-EN v1.3   07/13 

Introduction 

Congratulations on your purchase of the Extech HD600 Digital Sound Level Meter. 

This meter measures and displays sound pressure levels in dB (decibels) from 30 to 130dB in 
three measurement ranges. In addition to the LCD numerical displays, a bargraph is included for 
quick and easy viewing of sound level changes. Features include selectable Frequency Weighting 
(‘A’ and ‘C’), selectable Response Time (Fast and Slow), Max/Min Hold, and AC/DC analog 
outputs. PC cable and software enable the user to download and analyze measured data. This 
meter is shipped fully tested and calibrated and, with proper use, will provide years of reliable 
service. 

 

 

Safety 

Read the following safety information carefully before attempting to operate or service the 
meter. Use the meter only as specified in this manual; otherwise, the protection provided by 
the meter may be impaired. 

 

Environmental Conditions 

 

Altitude up to 2000 meters 

 

Relative Humidity: 90% max 

 

Operating Temperature: 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C 

 

Maintenance and Cleaning 

 

Servicing not covered in this manual should be performed by qualified personnel. 

 

Periodically wipe the case with a dry cloth. Do not use abrasives or solvents. 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for HD600

Page 1: ...User s Guide Digital Datalogging Sound Level Meter Model HD600 ...

Page 2: ...nd software enable the user to download and analyze measured data This meter is shipped fully tested and calibrated and with proper use will provide years of reliable service Safety Read the following safety information carefully before attempting to operate or service the meter Use the meter only as specified in this manual otherwise the protection provided by the meter may be impaired Environmen...

Page 3: ...d Mount rear Battery Compartment rear SIDE PANEL 13 External 9VDC power adaptor 14 USB pc port 15 DC AC analog output 16 CAL potentiometer DISPLAY Symbol Function MAX Maximum hold MIN Minimum hold OVER Over range UNDER Under range FAST Fast response SLOW Slow response dBA A Weighting dBC C Weighting REC Recording data AUTO Auto range selection FULL Memory full HOLD Data hold Auto Power Off enabled...

Page 4: ...n to enter the minutes adjustment screen Press the LEVEL button to adjust the minutes to the current time 4 Press the SETUP button to enter the hour adjustment screen Press the LEVEL button to adjust the hour to the current time h P indicates PM and h A indicates AM 5 Press the SETUP button to enter the date adjustment screen Press the LEVEL button to adjust the date to the current day 6 Press the...

Page 5: ...nd bargraph displays indicate the sound level measurement 6 To turn the meter off press and hold the button for 3 seconds LEVEL The LEVEL button is used to select the measurement range Press this button to step through the ranges as indicated on the display 30 to 80 50 to 100 80 to 130 or 30 to 130 autoranging A C FREQUENCY WEIGHTING Press the A C button to select A or C frequency weighting With A...

Page 6: ...hold the button while turning the meter ON 0001 and Int will appear in the display 2 Press the LEVEL button to set the sample interval from once per second to once per 59 seconds 3 Press the HOLD button to save the interval setting and exit the setting mode Recording readings 1 Press the REC button to begin recording The REC icon will appear on the display 2 Press the REC button again to stop reco...

Page 7: ...irectives 1 Turn the meter ON 2 Put the meter in the A weighting mode 3 Put the meter in the SLOW response mode 4 Place the calibrator onto the microphone 5 Turn the calibrator ON 6 Adjust the meter s CAL potentiometer located on the side panel so that the meter s display matches the output of the calibrator typically 94dB or 114dB Battery Replacement 1 The battery icon will appear on the display ...

Page 8: ...Type 2 ANSI S1 4 1983 Type 2 Accuracy 1 4dB under reference conditions Frequency Range 31 5Hz to 8kHz Dynamic Range 50dB Frequency Weighting A and C Time response Fast 125ms and Slow 1 second Measurement Ranges 30 to 80dB 50 to 100dB 80 to 130dB and autoranging 30 to 130dB Memory 20 000 records with date and time Microphone electret condenser Calibration Requires external calibrator Display 4 digi...

Page 9: ... Pneumatic drill 50 Freight train 100 Vacuum cleaner 10 Speech 1 Large store Large Office Small office Residence Night residential area Whisper 5 0 Sound studio Threshold of hearing Copyright 2013 FLIR Systems Inc All rights reserved including the right of reproduction in whole or in part in any form www extech com Please visit our website for more information www alpine components co uk ...

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