Model 14 Sound Level Meter User Manual 
 
 
d)  Wherever possible, always check the instrument calibration before and after each 
measurement. 
 
e)   Whenever the instrument is not to be used for a long period of time (> one 
month) then remove the battery completely. This action will prevent leakage 
damage. 
 
Display and Indicators 
 
Display  
 
The LCD display of the Model 14 is scaled in decibels, either 'A' or 'C' weighted, 
depending on the position of the A/C slide switch. 
 
There are indicators in the display as follows:- 
 
Function    Indicator    Cause and Possible Action       
 
Low Battery    LOWBAT    Battery capacity low, replace battery 
 
Maximum Hold  MAX HOLD    The display is MAX, push MAX HOLD to reset 
 
Indicator 
 
There are also two status indications above the instrument display, these have the 
following functions: 
 
Function    Indication    Cause and Possible Action 
 
Under Range  Green Light    The sound level is below the current    
            measurement range. Move the L/H slide to the L 
            position. 
 
Overload    Red Light    The sound level is above the current   
            measurement range. Move the L/H slide switch 
            to the H position.