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Larson Davis 831 User Manual

Larson Davis 831
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Model 831
Sound Level Meter
Manual

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Larson Davis 831 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandLarson Davis
Model831
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

831 Features

Hardware Features

Details the physical attributes and capabilities of the Model 831 sound level meter.

First Use

Connecting the Microphone and Preamplifier

Provides instructions on physically connecting the microphone to the preamplifier.

Powering the Model 831

Covers information on powering the instrument, including battery and external power.

Overview

Control Panel (TOOLS) Properties

Explains how to access the Control Panel and its functions like Data Explorer, Setup Manager, and System Properties.

Basic Measurement Setup

Settings Screen

Describes how to access and utilize the Settings Screen for defining measurement parameters.

SLM Tab

Explains how to set parameters like Frequency Weighting, Detector, and Integration Method for SLM measurements.

Run Control

Run Control Setup

Explains how to set up the Run Mode for measurements via the Control tab.

Making a Measurement

Switching On the Model 831

Provides instructions on how to power on the Model 831 using the ON/OFF key.

Calibrating the Model 831

Explains the necessity of calibrating the Model 831 using a sound level calibrator before measurements.

Performing the Measurement

Guides on how to start and conduct a sound level measurement, including using the RUN/PAUSE key.

Storing the Measurement

Details the process of storing measurement data, including saving files and overwriting existing ones.

Calibration

Calibration Overview

Explains the purposes of calibration: sensitivity determination, overload/under range conditions, and stability.

Control Panel - Calibrate

Guides on activating the Calibration function by selecting the Calibrate icon from the Control Panel.

Acoustic Calibration

Details the acoustic calibration method using a sound level calibrator to determine sensitivity.

Industrial Hygiene

Measurement Setup

Explains how to set up Industrial Hygiene measurement features from the Settings Screen.

Time History

Time History Setup

Guides on setting up time history functionality, including period and selecting metrics.

Measurement History

Run Control with Measurement History

Explains implementation of Measurement History by enabling it in Run Control settings.

Storing a Measurement History

Guides on storing measurement history data to memory using the Stop/Store key.

Event History

Event History Setup

Guides on setting up Event History, including minimum duration and continuation period.

FFT and Tonality

Accessing FFT Mode

Explains how to activate the FFT instrument mode via Control Panel or Setup Manager.

Configuring a Measurement

Guides on accessing measurement settings and configuring parameters like Frequency Span and Weighting.

RT-60

Accessing RT-60 Mode

Explains two ways to activate RT-60 measurement mode: via Control Panel icon or Setup Manager.

Making a Measurement

Guides on making an RT-60 measurement, including selecting the Impulse or Interrupted Noise method.

Viewing and Analyzing Results

Guides on viewing RT-60 measurement data on the RT-60 tab, including Status and Spectra.

Sound Recording

Sound Recording Types

Lists the four types of sound recordings: Manual, Marker Initiated, Event, and Measurement.

Sound Recording Setup

Guides on setting basic recording parameters like Sample Rate, Range, and Snapshot.

Data Explorer

Control Panel - Data Explorer

Guides on activating the Data Explorer Page via the Control Panel.

System Properties

Control Panel - System Properties

Guides on activating the System Properties tabs via the Control Panel.

Power

Explains Power tab settings including Battery Type, Auto-Off Time, Power-Save Time, and Backlight.

Non-Acoustical Inputs

831-INT

Describes the 831-INT Interface Unit, enhancing Model 831 capabilities with external sensors.

Communication

Control Panel - Communication

Guides on activating Communication tabs via the Control Panel.

Lock/Unlock the Model 831

Control Panel - Lock

Guides on activating the Lock page via the Control Panel.

About

Control Panel - About

Guides on activating the About tabs via the Control Panel.

System Utilities

Control Panel - System Utilities

Guides on activating System Utilities via the Control Panel.

Parameters Measured

Basic Sound Level Measurements

Describes acoustic parameters measured, displayed, and stored by the Model 831.

Upgrade Firmware and Options

G4 LD Utility

Explains using G4 LD Utility for installing firmware/option upgrades and remote control.

Upgrading Model 831 Firmware

Guides on upgrading Model 831 firmware using G4, including connection and file selection.

APPENDIX A Technical Specifications

Model 831 Specifications

Provides a summary of the Model 831's features, including its capabilities and options.

Performance Specifications

Details performance specifications for the Model 831 with PRM831 and Direct Input.

APPENDIX B Measuring to IEC61672-1

Sections 5, 6, 7 and 9 (except 9.3)

References manual sections and tables relevant to IEC61672-1 compliance testing.

APPENDIX C Integrated Level Calculations

Equivalent Continuous Sound Level

Defines Leq and its calculation based on IEC standard 61672-1.

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