Extech Instruments SDL600 - User Manual

User's Guide
Sound Level Meter
SD Card real-time Datalogger
Model SDL600
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Extech Instruments SDL600 Specifications

Display

display size	52 x 38mm (2 x 1.5”) Backlit LCD
display update rate	Approx. 1 second

Microphone

microphone type	12.7mm (0.5”) electret condenser microphone
microphone diameter	12.7mm (0.5”) outer diameter

Measurement

measurement units	Decibels
measurement ranges	30 to 80, 50 to 100, and 80 to 130dB
frequency range	31.5Hz to 8KHz

Power

power supply	Six (6) 1.5 VDC batteries (optional 9V AC adaptor)
power consumption (normal operation)	approx. 12mAdc
power consumption (backlight off, datalogging on)	approx. 51mAdc

Operating Environment

operating temperature	0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F)
operating humidity	85% R.H. max.
auto power off	After 10 minutes of inactivity (can be disabled)

Weight and Dimensions

weight	428g (0.94 lbs.) including batteries
main instrument dimensions	250 x 73 x 47.5mm (9.8 x 2.9 x 1.9”)

Summary

Safety

Meter Description

Getting Started

Power ON-OFF

Operation

Basic Operation

Step-by-step guide for basic meter functions and settings.

Frequency Weighting A and C

Response Time FAST and SLOW

Max-Min Reading Record and Recall

Setup Mode

Accessing the Setup mode

Steps to enter and navigate the meter's setup menu for configuration.

Setting the Clock Time

Setting the Datalogger Sampling Time (Rate)

Enabling;Disabling the Auto Power OFF Feature

SD Card FORMATTING

Set the Frequency Response type (A or C Weighting)

Datalogging and PC Interface

Manual Datalogging

Automatic Datalogging

SD Data Card to PC Data Transfer

Calibration

Battery Replacement and Disposal

Specifications

General Specifications

Lists key technical specifications like display, microphone, ranges, and standards.