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Soft dB Piccolo-II User Manual

Soft dB Piccolo-II
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Piccolo-II
Integrating Averaging Sound Level Meter
User Guide – 2024-06-03
Soft dB Inc.
1040, Belvedere Avenue, Suite 215
Quebec (Quebec) Canada G1S 3G3
Toll free: 1-866-686-0993 (USA and Canada)
E-mail: info@softdb.com

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Soft dB Piccolo-II Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSoft dB
ModelPiccolo-II
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Piccolo-II First Use

Piccolo-II Dimensions

Provides the physical dimensions of the Piccolo-II sound level meter.

Piccolo-II Buttons

Describes the functions and operations of the instrument's three physical buttons.

Piccolo-II Display Screen

Explains the various elements and indicators displayed on the Piccolo-II screen.

Piccolo-II Overload Indication

Details how the instrument indicates sound level overload conditions via LED and display.

Piccolo-II Power-Up

Instructions on how to turn on the Piccolo-II instrument and its warm-up process.

Piccolo-II Shut-Down

Instructions on how to turn off the Piccolo-II instrument.

Running a Measurement

Single-Store Measurement

Describes the procedure for performing a single measurement and storing it.

Auto-Store Measurement

Explains how to conduct continuous measurements using the Auto-Store mode.

Data Display

Measurement Setup

Calibrating the Piccolo-II

Locking and Unlocking Controls

Piccolo-II Software

Software Download and Install

Guide to downloading and installing the Piccolo-II software package.

Software Modules Overview

Overview of the different software modules included with the instrument.

Utility Software Functions

Details on using the utility software for instrument configuration and data management.

Data Analyzer Software

Introduction to the software for viewing and analyzing measurement data.

Memory Download Procedure

Steps to download recorded data from the instrument's memory.

Utility Software Calibration

Instructions for performing calibration using the utility software.

Calibration Certificate Access

How to view the factory calibration certificate within the software.

Clock Synchronisation

Process for synchronizing the instrument's clock with a computer.

Trim Records Functionality

How to select a specific time range for data analysis.

Compute Longer Intervals

Method for recalculating measurements over extended time periods.

Noise Dose Calculation

Procedure for calculating noise dose based on industry standards.

Technical Specifications

Measuring to IEC 61672-3

Reference Sound Pressure Level

Specifies the reference sound pressure and frequency for tests.

Reference Level Range

Indicates the reference level range used for measurements.

Corrections for Acoustic Tests

Details corrections needed for acoustic tests performed on the instrument.

Free-Field and Pressure Response

Explains the instrument's response in free-field and pressure conditions.

Directivity Response

Shows the directional response of the instrument to sound incidence angles.

Effect of Windscreen

Illustrates the impact of the windscreen on sound measurements.

Linear Operating Range Boundaries

Defines the limits of the instrument's linear operating ranges.

Upper Boundary of Linear Operating Range (Low)

Specifies the upper operational limits for the low range setting.

Upper Boundary of Linear Operating Range (High)

Specifies the upper operational limits for the high range setting.

Lower Boundary of Linear Operating Range (Low)

Defines the lower operational limits for the low range setting.

Lower Boundary of Linear Operating Range (High)

Defines the lower operational limits for the high range setting.

Starting Point for Linearity Tests

Specifies the initial point for linearity deviation tests.

Performing Electrical Tests

Details procedures for performing electrical tests on the instrument.

Inserting Electrical Signals

How to input electrical signals into the instrument via the auxiliary input.

Specifications Adjustment

Adjusting instrument specifications based on microphone sensitivity.

Microphone Calibration Procedure

Procedure for calibrating the microphone using a sound pressure calibrator.

Adjusting Sensitivity for Auxiliary Input

Setting sensitivity for the auxiliary input for specific applications.

Self-Generated Noise

Measurement of self-generated noise, both acoustical and electrical.

Total Self-Generated Noise

Measurement of total self-generated noise, including acoustic and electrical components.

Electrical Self-Generated Noise

Measurement of electrical self-generated noise in the instrument.

Glossary of Terms

Percentiles (LN%)

Explains percentile levels (L1%, L5%, etc.) for sound pressure.

Sound Exposure Level (SEL or LE)

Definition of Sound Exposure Level as total energy of a sound signal.

Frequency Weighting (A, C, Z)

Describes the A, C, and Z frequency weighting filters used in measurements.

Specimen Calibration Certificate

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Warranty Information