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5.  To end the current data logging session pause the data logging 

session and hold the 

REC

 button for 2 seconds. 

Note:

 The meter will scan for a SD memory card when a first manual 

recording is attempted. If a card is not inserted or the card is defective, 
the meter will flash "CArD-E-". In this case, power the meter OFF and try 
again with another SD memory card.

Transferring Data from the SD Memory Card to a Computer 

1.  While the meter is powered OFF remove the SD memory card from 

the SD card slot.

2.  Insert the SD memory card into the computer.
3.  Open the file(s) with Excel.
See below for an Excel sample file.

Place

Date

Time

Value

Unit

1

19-07-10

0:05:02

42.5

dB      

2

19-07-10

0:05:04

45.3

dB      

3

19-07-10

0:05:06

52

dB      

4

19-07-10

0:05:08

58.5

dB      

5

19-07-10

0:05:10

58.1

dB      

6

19-07-10

0:05:12

64

dB      

7

19-07-10

0:05:14

50.8

dB      

8

19-07-10

0:05:16

41.1

dB      

9

19-07-10

0:05:18

41.5

dB      

10

19-07-10

0:05:20

41.1

dB      

11

19-07-10

0:05:22

44.7

dB      

The raw data can be used to create a graph in Excel. See sample below:

10 

20 

30 

40 

50 

60 

70 

0:05:02 

0:05:04 

0:05:06 

0:05:08 

0:05:10 

0:05:12 

0:05:14 

0:05:16 

0:05:18 

0:05:20 

0:05:22 

0:05:24 

19-07-10  19-07-10  19-07-10  19-07-10  19-07-10  19-07-10  19-07-10  19-07-10  19-07-10  19-07-10  19-07-10  19-07-10 

10 

11 

12 

Value 

Unit 

continued...

 

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Summary of Contents for R8070SD

Page 1: ...Data Logging Sound Level Meter Instruction Manual R8070SD REED Instruments 1 877 849 2127 info reedinstruments com www reedinstruments com...

Page 2: ...Basic Operation 9 10 Data Hold 10 Peak Hold 10 Recording Maximum and Minimum Readings 10 Backlight 11 Setup Mode 11 13 Setting the Time and Date dAtE 11 Setting Data Decimal Format dEC 12 Enabling Dis...

Page 3: ...u for purchasing your REED R8070SD Data Logging Sound Level Meter Please read the following instructions carefully before using your instrument By following the steps outlined in this manual your mete...

Page 4: ...C frequency weighting Fast Slow time weighting Real time data logger with integrated SD memory card User selectable sampling rate from 1 to 3600 seconds Easy to read backlit LCD display Peak hold Dat...

Page 5: ...low 125ms and 1s Microphone 0 5 12 7mm electret condenser Display 4 digit LCD Backlit Display Yes Data Hold Yes Min Yes Max Yes Alarm Indicators Under and Over visual on screen Datalogging Capabilitie...

Page 6: ...1 8 245 x 68 x 45mm Weight 0 7lbs 320g Comparison of Frequency Weightings and Tolerance Limits Frequency Hz A Weighting Characteristics C Weighting Characteristics Tolerance IEC 61672 class 2 31 5 39...

Page 7: ...isplay 3 POWER ESC Backlight Button 4 Up Range Time Check Button 5 Set Fast Slow Button 6 SD Card Slot 7 Hold Next Button 8 REC Enter Button 9 Down A C Sampling Check Button 10 Logger Peak Hold Button...

Page 8: ...Indicator 3 Data Hold Indicator 4 Record Mode Indicator 5 Maximum and Minimum Indicator 6 Data logging Status Indicator 7 Frequency Weighting Indicator 8 Reading Indicator 9 Date Time Values 10 Unit...

Page 9: ...vel select SLOW 1 second 3 Press the A C button to select the Frequency weighting Select A Weighting for a general noise sound level or C Weighting for measuring high level noise C Weighting is a stan...

Page 10: ...utton to capture and freeze a noise peak 2 While in this mode a PEAK symbol will appear and the displayed reading will only change when a higher sound peak is registered 3 Press the LOGGER button agai...

Page 11: ...iated instructions below Note The meter automatically exits out of the Setup mode if no key is pressed within 7 seconds Setting the Time and Date dAtE 1 Press the ENTER button when dAtE appears on the...

Page 12: ...activity to preserve battery life 2 Press the ENTER button to confirm selection and skip to next parameter Note At any time you can press the ESC button to exit the Setup mode and resume normal operat...

Page 13: ...E CHECK button to display the year month day hour minutes and seconds Checking Sampling Rate During normal operation hold the Sampling check button to view the selected sampling rate Data Logging Data...

Page 14: ...seconds to resume normal operation Note The meter will scan for a SD memory card when a first manual recording is attempted If a card is not inserted or the card is defective the meter will flash CArD...

Page 15: ...low for an Excel sample file Place Date Time Value Unit 1 19 07 10 0 05 02 42 5 dB 2 19 07 10 0 05 04 45 3 dB 3 19 07 10 0 05 06 52 dB 4 19 07 10 0 05 08 58 5 dB 5 19 07 10 0 05 10 58 1 dB 6 19 07 10...

Page 16: ...s microphone adapter 7 Power on the sound calibrator R8090 If the measured value is not within 94 0 2 dB adjust the meter s calibration potentiometer until the display matches the output of the calibr...

Page 17: ...kickstand 2 Remove the battery cover 3 Replace 6 x 1 5V AA batteries 4 Secure the battery cover with the two 2 Phillips screws Applications Preventative Maintenance Industrial Machinery Equipment Con...

Page 18: ...ake sure to exit that function by holding down the REC button before attempting to turn your meter off How long can I record for Battery life will depend on a number of factors Quality of Battery Whet...

Page 19: ...be defective because of improper material or workmanship under normal use and maintenance REED Instruments total liability is limited to repair or replacement of the product REED Instruments shall no...

Page 20: ...ts com Please visit www REEDINSTRUMENTS com for the most up to date manuals datasheets product guides and software Product specifications subject to change without notice All rights reserved Any unaut...

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