DVM805
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VELLEMAN
DVM805 – DIGITAL SOUND LEVEL METER
1. Introduction
To all residents of the European Union
Important environmental information about this product
This symbol on the device or the package indicates that disposal of the device after its lifecycle could harm the environment.
Do not dispose of the unit (or batteries) as unsorted municipal waste; it should be taken to a specialised company for recycling.
This device should be returned to your distributor or to a local recycling service.
Respect the local environmental rules.
If in doubt, contact your local waste disposal authorities.
Thank you for buying the
DVM805
! Use it only as specified in this manual to avoid erroneous performance.
2. Specifications
Max. altitude
2000 m
Applicable standard
IEC651 type 2, ANSI S1.4 type 2
Frequency range
31.5Hz ~ 8 KHz
Measuring level range
35 ~ 130dB (Lo: 35-100 dB; Hi: 65-130dB)
Frequency weighting
A/C
Microphone
½" electret condenser microphone
Calibration
electrical calibration with the internal oscillator (1 kHz sine wave)
Display
3 ½ digit LCD
Resolution
0.1dB
Time weighting
fast (125ms) or slow (1s)
Accuracy
± 1.5dB (under reference conditions)
Overrange indication
“OVER” is displayed
Auto power-off
after 15 minutes of inactivity
Power supply
one 9V-battery (NEDA 1604 or 6F22)
Battery life
± 50hrs (alkaline battery)
Low-Battery indication
“BAT” is displayed
Operating temperature
0~40°C (32~104°F) with 10~90% RH
Storage temperature
-10 to +60°C (14 to 140°F) with 10~75% RH
Dimensions (H x W x D)
210 x 55 x 32 mm
Weight
230g (incl. battery)
3. Front Panel Description
1. Wind cap: in wind speeds of >10m/s, put this cap over the microphone
2. ½" electret condenser microphone
3. Display: 3 ½-digit LCD with MAX HOLD, DATA HOLD, Lo, Hi, A, C, BAT, S, F, dB, and
OVER indication
4. POWER ON/OFF button
5. Backlight button
6. A/C weighting button (A = general; C = low frequencies)
7. F/S button: to select slow or fast response
8. Low/Hi button: to select the higher or lower measuring ranges
9. MAX/HOLD button:
10. Battery cover for 9V battery at the back of the meter
