Pulsar Nova® sound level meter user manual
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The instructions in this user manual refer to the operation of Pulsar Instruments
plc Nova® sound level meters.
Some functions described in this manual are only available on some versions of
the Nova® sound level meters. Where functions are applicable to only some
instruments in the range, this will be clearly indicated in the text.
In this manual, “Nova®” is used as a general reference for the Nova® sound
level meters and “calibrator” is used as a general reference for an acoustic
calibrator.
This manual describes the recommended usage of the Nova®. Any warnings will
be indicated by the following warning symbol:
The additional information required for testing in accordance with IEC 61672 is provided
as a supplementary document, Nova® Sound Level Meters Technical Data Part B, which
is available for download at: http://www.pulsarinstruments.com/products/nova-support
This supplementary document forms part of this manual
It is not possible to change the way that the instrument measures through the
software or firmware. Any legal metrology aspects of the instrument cannot be
affected by any changes made in the instrument.
The Common Specifications section on page 44 defines which standards relate to
the different functions available in the instruments. Additional approvals and
certifications may apply to the instruments and these will be listed in the
Appendices.
More detailed explanations of the repeat measurement timers are available to download
from the Pulsar website at http://www.pulsarinstruments.com/products/nova-support
Quick Start Guides for the Nova® sound level meters can be downloaded from the Pulsar
website at http://www.pulsarinstruments.com/products/nova-support