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User Manual for NoisePen Dosemeter
Model 26
Страница 1: ...Page 1 User Manual for NoisePen Dosemeter Model 26 ...
Страница 2: ...in this manual although due care has been taken to ensure that it is complete and as accurate as possible Accessories supplied by Pulsar Instruments plc have been designed for use with the instrumentation manufactured by Pulsar Instruments Plc No responsibility is accepted for damage caused by the use of any other parts or accessories The NoisePen is designed and manufactured in the United Kingdom...
Страница 3: ...al noise dosemeter The NoisePen configuration will be set at the factory depending on customer or geographical requirements therefore some options or views shown in this manual may not be applicable This manual describes the recommended usage of the NoisePen Any warnings will be indicated by the following warning symbol ...
Страница 4: ...ing to AnalyzerPlus 12 Checking the Configuration 13 User Settings 13 Performing a Calibration 14 Manual Measurement starting and stopping a measurement 15 Downloading a Measurement 16 Clearing the Memory 16 Viewing Measurement Data 16 Setting Scheduled Measurements 17 Windshield 17 Mounting and Wearing the NoisePen 18 Accessories 20 Troubleshooting 21 Additional Information 23 CE Certificate of C...
Страница 5: ...ents will guide the user through the regulatory requirements of the users industry and country and pre configure the NoisePen at the factory prior to shipping This enables the user to receive and start using the NoisePen with little or no additional setup avoiding the risk of incorrect measurements being made This manual describes the procedure that should be followed to operate the NoisePen dosem...
Страница 6: ...Pulsar NoisePen Dosemeter User Manual Page 6 Instrument Overview Windshield Microphone Indicator Mini USB Reset Button ...
Страница 7: ...ge 7 Key Features of the NoisePen Microphone PM2 Pre polarised Free field Condenser Microphone Windshield foam windshield USB Mini USB socket LED Indicator Pocket Clip Strap fastening screws Reset button Clip Screws for various strap options ...
Страница 8: ...en appropriate action is required possibly moving away from noisy equipment working for shorter durations in that location or wearing hearing defenders The key parameters relating to noise dosemeters are Parameter Configuration Options Exchange Rate 3dB or 5dB Threshold 70 90dBA 1 dB steps or None Criterion Level 70 90dBA 1 dB steps Criterion Time 8 10 12 16 or 18h Time Weighting Fast Slow None Fr...
Страница 9: ...Exchange Rate dB EU UK None 85 None A C Peak 8 3 OSHA HC 80 85 Slow A C Peak 115dB A Max 8 5 OSHA PEL 90 90 Slow A C Peak 115dB A Max 8 5 MSHA HC 80 85 Slow A 8 5 MSHA NC 90 90 Slow A 8 5 NIOSH 80 85 Slow A C Peak 8 3 ACGIH 80 85 Slow A C Peak 8 3 DOD USAF 80 85 Slow A 8 3 Korea 80 85 Slow A 8 5 New Zealand None 85 None A Lin Peak 8 3 Brazil 80 85 Slow A 8 5 ...
Страница 10: ...Pen from USB Attach NoisePen to user Leave running for duration or work shift Remove NoisePen from user Plug the NoisePen into PC with AnalyzerPlus installed Stop measurement Perform acoustic calibration Download measurement Generate Report Acoustic calibration before and after a measurement is highly recommended and may be mandatory in certain circumstances to ensure accuracy of the NoisePen thro...
Страница 11: ... the NoisePen will turn RED to indicate it is charging When fully charged the LED indicator will turn BLUE The actual time to fully charge a NoisePen will depend on the current capability of the USB source but will typically be less than four hours for a fully discharged NoisePen A fully charged NoisePen is capable of 24hrs of measurements When unplugged from the USB and not measuring the NoisePen...
Страница 12: ...RED flashing Battery low or Memory Full RED BLUE alternate flash dose exceedance measured RED BLUE Solid Boot loader mode ready for firmware upgrade Connecting to AnalyzerPlus Most User Interface with the NoisePen is through the AnalyzerPlus software Install and run AnalyzerPlus and plug the NoisePen into the PC with the supplied USB cable A NoisePen Model 26 instrument window will pop up in the b...
Страница 13: ...ing Date and clock Categories Person Place and Project Schedules The time and date are automatically synchronised to the PC when plugged in with AnalyzerPlus running Categories can be set to aid searching for measurements after downloading Three fields can be entered Person Place and Project Connect the NoisePen to AnalyzerPlus when the instrument window appears in the bottom left select Configure...
Страница 14: ...e an acoustic calibrator on the microphone Ensure that the small pressure equalisation hole next to the microphone cavity on the calibrator is not blocked as this could cause damage to the microphone The calibrator should be the correct level for the configuration of the NoisePen typically 94 or 114dB Switch the calibrator on and press Calibrate in AnalyzerPlus The result of the calibration will b...
Страница 15: ...nnect the NoisePen to AnalyzerPlus perform a calibration per the section above Remove the Calibrator and replace the windshield press Start in the instrument window in the bottom left The measurement should be started within an hour of the last calibration for a pre measurement calibration to be registered Unplug the NoisePen and attach it to the User for the duration of the measurement To stop a ...
Страница 16: ...t the NoisePen to AnalyzerPlus When the instrument window appears in the bottom left select Configure Select the Controls tab and then select Clear Memory A confirmation window will appear confirm as required Viewing Measurement Data Measurements can be selected in the top left window of AnalyzerPlus they can be searched by selecting Instrument Person Place or Project Double click on a measurement...
Страница 17: ... Controls tab and select Enable Schedules and New Schedule Configure the schedules as desired and select Save to Instrument Remove the USB and the NoisePen will start measuring at the scheduled time Schedules can be disabled enabled and cleared in the same window Windshield The windshield WP26 provides a degree of dust protection for dusty work environments wind noise reduction and a degree of noi...
Страница 18: ...oisePen is supplied with a pocket clip to allow it to be clipped to an item of clothing for ease of use Pulsar recommend that the NoisePen is mounted on the shoulder within 10cm of the ear to provide best possible measurements A suitable strap can be ordered from Pulsar part number NP2 ...
Страница 19: ...on the arm NP4 is an adjustable vertical elastic mount option with a crocodile fixing clip Care should be taken with any mounting option selected to ensure the NoisePen is secure and will not fall Care should be taken with mounting the NoisePen to avoid any extenuous noise sources for example the microphone rubbing against clothing ...
Страница 20: ...cessories are available for use with the NoisePen NP2 Leather mounting strap for shoulder NP3 Metal clip Velcro strap for arm NP4 Vertical strap for shoulder K6 Small packing case for 2 pens K7 Small packing case for 5 pens K8 Safety Professional Kit Case PS26 5V USB power supply DC26 USB cable for NoisePen Model 106 Class 2 94dB calibrator Model 108 Class 2 114dB calibrator ...
Страница 21: ...ds Normal operation Unit does not appear in AnalyzerPlus Running an old version of AnalyzerPlus prior to NoisePen integration Install latest version of AnalyzerPlus Driver not correctly installed Contact Pulsar Instruments or your local representative for assistance Battery level indication non valid value The NoisePen needs to be fully charged before the level is set Recharge the battery until th...
Страница 22: ...tributor or Pulsar Instruments Plc Measurements Settings Symptom Possible Cause Possible Remedy Reported that the measurement stopped due to low battery warning Battery ran flat during one of the measurements on the NoisePen Download all measurements and clear memory to reset this message No calibration before result in a measurement Calibration was not performed within 1 hr of starting a manual m...
Страница 23: ...dditional Information Additional technical information on the NoisePen can be found on the Pulsar Instruments website Please visit http www pulsarinstruments com product pulsar noisepen sound exposure meter for the latest tips hints help and videos ...
Страница 24: ...llowing equipment manufactured after 1st January 2016 Model 26 NoisePen Along with their standard accessories According to EMC Directive 93 68 EEC meet the following standards IEC 61000 6 1 2007 EMC Generic standards Immunity standard for residential commercial and light industrial environments IEC 61000 6 3 2007 EMC Generic standards Emission standard for residential commercial and light industri...
Страница 25: ...uency weightings for each channel are pre configured to customer requirements prior to shipping Overall Measurement Data Overall measurement parameters displayed will depend on configuration of the individual NoisePen The following is a guide NoisePen Configuration NoisePen Serial Number Model Number Name Person Place and Project Calibration Before and After if performed Start Date and Time Measur...
Страница 26: ... Z for Peak Sound Pressure settable at the factory Time None or Slow settable at the factory Exchange Rate 3dB or 5dB settable at the factory NoisePen User Configuration Name Person Place and Project text fields Date and Time settable to PC time unit is connected to NoisePen Factory Configuration Channel 1 Integrator channel Channel 2 Peak Channel Frequency Weighting A C Z Exchange Rate 3dB 5dB N ...
Страница 27: ...arge Output Mini USB USB cable supplied to connect to PC or power supply Drivers USB driver is part of the AnalyzerPlus installation Dimensions 124 long x 34 wide x 28 high mm excluding windshield or mounting clips strap Environmental Temperature 10o C to 50o C Operating 20o C to 60o C Storage Humidity Up to 99 RH Non Condensing Weight Model 26 82gms 2 9oz Software AnalyzerPlus software for Window...
Страница 28: ...lc every year the warranty is effectively continuous to a maximum of 7 seven years from the date of purchase 8 There will be a charge for routine verification and the price is published in the Service Price List 9 The customer is responsible for all shipping duty and other charges relating to the routine servicing and calibration of the instruments except where the instrument is deemed to be fault...
Страница 29: ...described in the relevant IEC standard The guarantee covers all parts and labour excepting only damage caused by the user Because of the unique fragility of microphones only internal short or open circuits are accepted as faults and not accident damage The guarantee requires the user to return the unit to their nearest authorised Pulsar Instruments Plc distributor agent This guarantee is in additi...
Страница 30: ...m the website at the address shown below Registered Office factory commercial and customer contact Pulsar Instruments Plc The Evron Centre John Street Filey North Yorkshire YO14 9DW Tel 44 1723 518011 Fax 44 1723 518043 E Mail sales pulsarinstruments com Websites English Language www pulsarinstruments com German Language www pulsarinstruments de French Language www pulsarinstruments fr Spanish Lan...
