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Kimo DB300/1 User Manual

Kimo DB300/1
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Sound level meter
Class 1: DB300/1
Class 2: DB300/2

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Kimo DB300/1 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Accuracy±2% of reading ±0.1 m/s
Resolution0.01 m/s
UnitsPa, mmH2O, inWG, mbar, hPa, kPa
Dimensions140 x 80 x 32 mm
Weight190g
Data LoggingNo
Operating temperature0°C to 50°C
DisplayLCD

Summary

Sound level meter

1 Introduction

2 Vocabulary

3 Presentation of the sound level meter

3.1 Overview

General overview of the sound level meter's components and design.

3.2 Presentation of the screen-keyboard group

Details the instrument's screen and keyboard interface for user interaction.

3.3 Screens overview

Illustrates various screens displaying measurement configurations and results.

4 Setting

4.1 Configuration

Allows adjustment of instrument settings and parameters like language and beep.

4.2 Set time

Procedure for setting the date and time on the instrument.

4.3 Measurement programming

Configures parameters for measurements like filters and audio recording.

4.4 Coding_ BE Back-Erase_SM Specific marking

Sets up event coding, back-erase, and specific marking functions for measurements.

4.5 I/O

Configuration for input/output interfaces for external control and signals.

4.6 Autonomy

Information on remaining memory capacity and battery life.

4.7 Instrument

Details instrument components, serial numbers, and firmware version.

4.8 About

Displays European standards, accuracy class, and calibration dates.

4.9 Contrast - backlight

Adjusts display contrast and backlight levels for optimal readability.

5 Time evolution

5.1 Principle and use

Explains how to display and analyze short equivalent continuous levels over time.

5.1.1 Configuration before the measurement

Steps to configure integration duration and display settings for time evolution analysis.

6 Events coding _ BE_PM

6.1 Principle

Describes tracking and coding specific acoustic events during measurements.

6.2 Affected measurement modes

Lists measurement modes compatible with event coding and back-erase functions.

6.3 BE - Back-Erase

Function to delete disruptive events from measurements in real-time.

6.4 Events coding

Detailed process for coding noise sources or specific events during measurement.

6.4.1 Coding principle

How events are coded using the keypad or external I/O signals.

6.4.2 To code: using of the screen and keypad

Step-by-step guide to coding events via the instrument's interface.

6.4.3 Identification of the sources to code

Assigning identification texts to coded events using the LDB300 software.

6.4.4 Activate the particular marking function: PM

Activating the 'Particular Marking' function for specific event identification.

6.4.5 Using in I/O mode

Using I/O signals for automatic event coding by external devices.

6.5 Particular marking

Function to identify short Leq data for later reminders during analysis.

6.5.1 Principle

Principle of particular marking for specific event identification.

6.5.2 Mark: scree/keypad use

How to use the screen and keypad for particular marking.

6.5.3 Linked particular marking and events coding

Combining particular marking with event coding for comprehensive analysis.

7 Perform some measurements

7.1 Conventional and averaging integrator sound level meter with storage function

Performing measurements using conventional and averaging modes with data storage.

7.1.1 Conventional or classical mode

Immediate measurement acquisition and display of sound pressure levels.

7.1.2 Possible selection for the measurement

Selecting weighting frequency and time constant for measurements.

7.1.3 Screens during measurements

Understanding the different screens that display measurement data.

7.1.4 Conventional and integrating-averaging with storage mode

Using integrator-averager mode for simultaneous data logging.

7.1.5 Screens during measurements

Viewing instantaneous, max/min, and session details during measurements.

7.1.6 Stop the measurement

Procedure to safely stop an ongoing measurement.

7.1.7 Store data

Saving measurement results to memory or rejecting them.

7.2 Sound level meter and averaging integrator with storage function

Performing Leq-St measurements with acoustic signal processing.

7.2.1 Setting to perform before a measurement

Initial setup for Leq-St mode, including weighting and logging time.

7.2.2 Launch the measurement

Starting a measurement in manual, timer, or I/O modes.

7.2.3 During measurement

Monitoring measurement progress across different screens.

7.2.4 Stop the measurement

Method to stop an ongoing Leq-St measurement.

7.2.5 Store data

Saving or deleting measurement data after stopping.

7.3 Analyzer integrating - averaging with storage sound level meter function

Using the instrument as a frequency analyzer with octave band filters.

7.3.1 Settings to perform before the measurement

Configuring DI logging time and measurement start mode for analyzer.

7.3.2 Launch the measurement

Initiating a measurement in analyzer mode.

7.3.3 During measurement

Monitoring analyzer measurements and spectral representations.

7.3.4 Stop the measurement

Procedure to stop an analyzer measurement.

7.3.5 Store data

Saving or deleting analyzer measurement data.

7.4 Measurement of noise equipment: NR mode

Measuring noise levels against NR curves for equipment analysis.

7.4.1 Settings to perform before a measurement

Configuring T mode or predefined duration and launch mode for NR.

7.4.2 Launch the measurement

Starting a measurement in NR mode.

7.4.3 During the measurement

Monitoring NR mode measurements and their spectral representations.

7.4.4 Stop the measurement

Stopping an NR mode measurement.

7.4.5 Store data

Saving or deleting NR measurement data.

7.5 Calculate two sound sources

Calculating equivalent continuous levels for two sound sources.

7.5.1 Settings to perform before measurement

Selecting S1+S2 mode and frequency weighting for source calculation.

7.5.2 Make calculation of two sound sources

Measuring and calculating levels for two distinct sound sources.

7.6 Determine a sound source among two

Estimating the sound level of one source by excluding another.

7.6.1 Perform the measurement

Performing measurements to estimate individual sound source levels.

7.6.2 Store data

Saving or deleting results from two-source calculation measurements.

8 Modes of measurement launching

8.1 Generalities

Overview of the four main measurement launch modes.

8.2 Immediate mode

Launching measurements manually via the keypad.

8.3 Delayed – Tim. mode

Programming measurements to start and stop at specific times.

8.4 Repetitive delayed mode – Tim.

Setting up measurements to repeat daily for a specified number of times.

8.4.1 Delayed mode: Tim. – waiting for measurement

Instrument state when waiting for a programmed delayed measurement.

8.4.2 Delayed mode: Tim. – interrupt the programming

How to interrupt or cancel a delayed measurement programming.

8.4.3 Delayed mode: Tim. – Data storage and audio files

How metrological and audio data are stored after delayed measurements.

8.4.4 I/O mode

Launching and stopping measurements using external electronic commands.

9 Read the stored files

9.1 Access to files

Navigating and selecting stored measurement files for review.

9.2 Read data of the file

Viewing the configuration and results of stored measurement files.

9.2.1 L-Leq mode file

Reading and interpreting data from L-Leq measurement files.

9.2.2 Leq-St mode file

Reading and interpreting data from Leq-St measurement files.

9.2.3 1/1 oct file mode

Reading and interpreting data from 1/1 octave band analyzer files.

9.2.4 NR noise equipment file

Reading and interpreting data from NR mode noise equipment measurements.

9.2.5 S1+S2 mode file

Reading and interpreting data from S1+S2 mode two-source calculation files.

10 Transfer files to a PC

10.1 Transfer

Connecting the instrument to a PC for data transfer via USB.

10.2 Files format and structure on the micro SD card

Understanding the file naming convention and directory structure on the SD card.

11 Reset memory

Through the sound level meter

Procedure to erase all data from the sound level meter's memory.

12 Audio recording function

12.1 Temporal synoptic

Visual representation of sound level exceeding thresholds over time.

12.2 Synoptic of the management of the recording dynamic

Overview of how recording dynamic and gain are managed.

12.3 Use of audio recording

Step-by-step guide to configuring and using the audio recording feature.

12.4 Measurement in progress – Data reading

Reading audio recording status and number of recordings during measurement.

13 Direction for use and maintenance of the sound level meter

13.1 Use warnings

Important precautions for accurate and reliable instrument use.

13.2 Direction for use

Guidelines for proper measurement techniques and conditions.

13.3 Calibration

Procedure for calibrating the sound level meter with a suitable calibrator.

Modification of the reference value

How to adjust the reference value during calibration if needed.

13.4 Maintenance

Basic maintenance tasks like cleaning and battery replacement.

13.5 Regular checking

Recommendations for regular instrument control and calibration.

13.6 Replace the battery by a batteries pack

Steps for replacing the instrument's battery pack.

13.7 Replace the batteries (if equipped)

Instructions for replacing individual batteries.

13.8 Load the battery

How to charge the instrument's battery via USB or adapter.

13.9 AC adapter

Using the AC adapter for long-period measurements.

14 Running information

14.1 Over-range

Indicators and behavior when the measurement range is exceeded.

14.2 Power supply

Information on remaining power, battery status, and mains connection.

14.3 Inputs / outputs / I/O programming

Details on I/O interface programming for measurements.

14.3.1 I/O 1 In

Configuring the I/O 1 input for launching measurements.

14.3.2 I/O 1 Out

Configuring the I/O 1 output for level detection and alarms.

14.3.3 I/O 2 Out

Configuring the I/O 2 output for analog signal output.

15 Technical features

15.1 Microphone and windscreen of the class 1 DB300 sound level meter

Technical specifications of the class 1 microphone and windscreen.

15.2 Microphone and windscreen of the class 2 DB300 sound level meter

Technical specifications of the class 2 microphone and windscreen.

15.3 Preamplifier PR23

Technical characteristics of the PR23 preamplifier.

15.4 Class 1 A – C – Z weightings and free field response

Free field response plots for class 1 with A, C, Z weightings.

15.5 Class 2 A – C – Z weightings and free field response

Free field response plots for class 2 with A, C, Z weightings.

15.7 Measured and displayed values

List of measured and displayed sound pressure level values.

15.8 Metrology of the class 1 DB300

Metrological specifications and features of the Class 1 DB300.

15.9 Metrology of the class 2 DB300

Metrological specifications and features of the Class 2 DB300.

15.10 Plugs and connections

Description of the instrument's plugs and external connections.

15.10.1 Removable preamplifier PR23

How to remove and attach the PR23 preamplifier.

15.10.2 Plugs

Overview of the plugs and connections available on the instrument.

15.10.3 I/O interface

Details on the I/O interface for measurement control and output.

15.10.4 Transfer plug / load / mains voltage adapter

Information on the mini USB plug for data transfer and power.

15.11 Memory and storage autonomy

Details on memory capacity and storage autonomy based on logging time.

15.12 Audio recording capacity

Specifications for audio recording capacity, sampling, and accuracy.

15.13 Power and operating autonomy

Battery life and power supply options for instrument operation.

16 Packaging and accessories

16.1 Supplied with

List of items included in the sound level meter package.

16.2 Optional

List of optional accessories available for purchase.

17 LDB23 software

Main functions

Key functionalities of the LDB23 software for data management.

18 Options

18.1.1 Settings before measurement

Configuring DI elementary integration time and launch mode for 1/3 octave analysis.

18.1.2 Measurement launch

How to start a measurement in the 1/3 octave analyzer mode.

18.1.3 During measurement

Monitoring measurements and reading values in the 1/3 octave analyzer mode.

18.1.4 Stop the measurement

Procedure to stop a 1/3 octave analyzer measurement.

18.1.5 Store data

Saving or deleting data from 1/3 octave analyzer measurements.

18.1.6 Read the file data in 1/3 octave mode

Reading and analyzing stored data from 1/3 octave measurements.

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