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Svantek SVAN 977A User Manual

Svantek SVAN 977A
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USER MANUAL
SVAN 977A
SOUND & VIBRATION
ANALYSER
Warsaw, 2020-03-05
Rev. 5.00
Copyright © 2020 SVANTEK.
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Svantek SVAN 977A Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSvantek
ModelSVAN 977A
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

1 INTRODUCTION

1.1 SVAN 977A as Sound Level Meter & Analyser

Details the instrument's capabilities as a Class 1 Sound Level Meter.

1.2 SVAN 977A as Vibration Level Meter & Analyser

Details the instrument's capabilities as a Vibration Level Meter.

1.3 General features of SVAN 977A

Overview of key features like data logger, analyzers, connectivity, and power.

1.4 Accessories included

Lists the items provided with the SVAN 977A instrument.

1.5 Accessories available

Lists optional accessories for purchase and use with the instrument.

1.6 Firmware options available

Lists optional firmware features that can be purchased and activated.

2 MANUAL CONTROL OF THE INSTRUMENT

2.1 Control keys on the front panel

Describes the functions and modes of the instrument's front panel keys.

2.2 Input and output sockets of the instrument

Explains the purpose and location of all input and output connectors on the instrument.

3 GENERAL INFORMATION

3.1 Basis of the instrument’s control

Explains the instrument's general modes of operation: measurement and configuration.

3.1.1 Measurement mode

Details the different display modes for presenting measurement results.

3.1.2 Configuration mode

Explains how to navigate and use the instrument's menu for configuration.

3.2 Power of the instrument

Describes the different power sources and battery status indicators.

3.3 Getting started

Provides a step-by-step guide on turning on the instrument and starting measurements.

3.4 Description of icons

Explains the meaning of various icons displayed on the instrument's screen.

3.5 Data saving

Explains how measurement data is stored on the SD card and managed.

4 FUNCTIONS OF THE INSTRUMENT – Function

4.1 Selecting the instrument mode – Mode

Explains how to select between Sound Meter and Vibration Meter modes.

4.2 Measurement functions of the instrument - Measurement Function

Describes the various measurement functions like Level Meter, Octave, FFT, and RT60.

4.3 Instrument’s calibration – Calibration

Details the procedures for system check and calibration of the instrument.

5 CONFIGURING MEASUREMENT PARAMETERS – Measurement

5.1 Setting up general measurement parameters - General Settings

Configures basic measurement parameters like start delay, integration period, and repetition cycles.

5.2 Setting up the measurement trigger – Measurement Trigger

Configures trigger parameters to start or stop measurements based on signal conditions.

5.3 Setting parameters for profiles – Profiles

Allows programming of three virtual level meters with independent settings.

5.4 Data logging – Logging

Configures the instrument's data logging functionality, including file saving.

5.4.1 Setting logger general parameters – Logger Setup

Enables the logger function and defines basic parameters like file naming and splitting.

5.4.2 Selecting logger results – Logger Results

Activates specific results to be logged from independent user-defined profiles.

5.4.3 Selecting additional summary results for saving – Summary Results

Allows exclusion of certain summary results from being saved in the file.

5.4.4 Triggering the logger results saving – Logger Trigger

Configures parameters for when logger results are registered based on trigger conditions.

5.4.5 Setting up markers – Marker Setup

Allows assigning names and types to markers for special events.

5.4.6 Wave recording settings – Wave Recording

Configures parameters for waveform signal recording in a separate WAV file.

5.5 Setting spectra – Spectrum

Configures spectrum analysis parameters like band and pre-weighting filter.

5.6 Selecting microphone compensation filters – Compensation Filter

Selects appropriate compensation filters for different measurement applications.

5.7 Measurement range selection – Range

Sets the measurement range of the instrument for optimal signal acquisition.

5.8 RPM measurement settings – RPM Measurement

Configures settings for measuring rotational speed using a tacho probe.

5.9 Setting up the exposure time - Exposure Time

Defines the workday exposure time used for calculating LEPd.

5.10 Statistical levels settings - Statistical Levels

Defines ten statistical levels to be calculated and displayed.

5.11 Programming the instrument’s internal timer – Timer

Configures the internal real-time clock for automatic start-up and measurements.

5.11.1 Example of timer execution

Provides a practical example of setting up and executing a timed measurement.

5.12 Advanced alarm function - Alarms

Configures and manages advanced alarm functions for event notifications.

6 CONFIGURING DATA VIEWING – Display

6.1 Activation of the display modes - Display Modes

Defines active modes for presenting measurement results and changing views.

6.1.1 Running SPL view

Displays the Sound Pressure Level in a large format for quick assessment.

6.1.2 Single Profile view

Shows a single measured result in a large format, available in all functions.

6.1.3 Combined views

Combines multiple views to compare results and follow measurement history.

6.1.4 Logger view

Displays logged results and allows adjustment of the logger plot and colours.

6.1.5 Spectrum view

Displays spectrum analysis results, accessible in Octave or FFT functions.

6.1.6 Statistics view

Presents the cumulative probability density function of exceeding noise levels.

6.1.7 Meter Table view

Lists predefined results with assigned weighting filters and detector types.

6.1.8 GPS view

Displays GPS status, coordinates, velocity, and direction when GPS is enabled.

6.1.9 File information view

Provides details about saved files, including name, size, and record counts.

6.2 Adjusting plot views - Display Scale

Configures result units, decimal places, and plot scales for graphical presentations.

6.3 Adjusting the logger view - Logger View

Adjusts the logger view by selecting logged results and their curve colours.

6.4 Setting the display brightness and power saver - Screen Setup

Configures display brightness and enables power-saving features like screen dimming or off.

7 MANAGING FILES – File

7.1 Managing files saved in the memory – File Manager

Allows management of all files and directories on the SD card.

7.1.1 Assigning directory for data files saving – Set as Working Dir.

Assigns a specific directory for automatic saving of data files.

7.1.2 Opening files/directories – Open

Allows opening directories or logger files to view their content.

7.1.3 Deleting files/directories – Delete

Deletes selected files or directories from the file/directory list.

7.1.4 Erasing all files in a directory – Delete All

Deletes all elements within a selected directory and its sub-directories.

7.1.5 Renaming files/directories – Rename

Renames selected files or directories.

7.1.6 Viewing information about files/directories – Info

Displays information about file creation date, size, and record counts.

7.2 Managing the setup files – Setup Manager

Manages setup files, including saving, deleting, renaming, and loading configurations.

8 CONFIGURING INSTRUMENT PARAMETERS – Instrument

8.1. Measurement auto start - Auto Start

Enables automatic measurement start upon turning the instrument on.

8.2. Checking power – Battery

Allows checking the instrument's power source status: internal battery, external supply, or USB.

8.3. Interface parameters settings - Communication Ports

Configures instrument communication ports, including GPS and Serial Port (RS232/Bluetooth).

8.4. External power settings- External Power

Sets minimum external DC power voltage for automatic instrument switch-off or switch-on.

8.5. Selecting IEPE current supply - IEPE Current

Selects the correct IEPE current supply for the microphone or accelerometer.

8.6. Programming keyboard – Keyboard Settings

Programs the functionality of the Shift, Alt, and Start/Stop keys.

8.7. Setting parameters of the I/O port - Multifunction I/O

Configures the instrument's I/O port parameters for various functions like Analog Out, Digital In.

8.8. Programming the instrument’s internal Real Time Clock – RTC

Sets and programs the instrument's internal Real Time Clock and Time Zone.

8.9. Remote communication settings - Wireless Transfer

Configures data transmission parameters for external modems using GSM connections.

8.9.1. Selecting network type – Network

Enables or disables data transfer and selects the network type (Off or GPRS).

8.9.2. Configuring modem basic settings – Modem

Configures modem settings, including Internet configuration and data protocol.

8.9.3. Configuring connections - Modem Connection

Configures parameters to establish an internet connection via the modem.

8.9.4. Configuring SMS service - SMS Options

Configures SMS service for alarm notifications, including phone number and text.

8.9.5. Configuring e-mail service - E-mail Settings

Configures e-mail service for alarm notifications, including SMTP server and login.

8.10. Introducing the instrument name - Unit Name

Allows editing the instrument's name for identification on web services.

8.11. Checking the instrument properties - Unit Label

Displays instrument information such as type, serial number, software version, and standards compliance.

9 AUXILIARY SETTINGS – Auxiliary Setup

9.1. Selecting the user interface language – Language

Selects the preferred language for the user interface.

9.2. Restoring the factory settings – Factory Settings

Resets the instrument to its default factory settings.

9.3. Setting the reference levels - Reference Levels

Defines reference levels for vibration measurements like acceleration, velocity, and displacement.

9.4. Selecting units for vibration results - Vibration Units

Selects the units (Metric or Non-Metric) for displaying vibration measurement results.

9.5. Warnings setup – Warnings

Enables or disables warning messages displayed during normal instrument operation.

10 1/1-OCTAVE AND 1/3-OCTAVE ANALYSER

10.1 Selecting the 1/1 Octave or 1/3 Octave function

Activates the 1/1-octave or 1/3-octave analysis function.

10.2 Configuring 1/1 or 1/3-octave analyser

Configures settings for 1/1 and 1/3-octave analysis, including general settings and measurement range.

10.2.1 General settings for 1/1 and 1/3-octave analysis – General Settings

Sets general parameters for 1/1 and 1/3-octave analysis like integration period.

10.2.2 Selecting the measurement range for 1/1 and 1/3-octave analysis - Range

Selects the measurement range (Low or High) for 1/1 and 1/3-octave analysis.

10.2.3 Logging of 1/1-octave and 1/3-octave spectra – Logging

Configures logging of 1/1-octave and 1/3-octave spectra data into a logger file.

10.2.4 Setting parameters of 1/1-octave and 1/3-octave analysis - Spectrum

Configures spectrum parameters like band, filter, and detector for octave analysis.

10.3 Configuring 1/1 and 1/3 octave spectra views

Sets up the presentation and display of 1/1 and 1/3 octave spectral results.

10.3.1 Presentation of 1/1 and 1/3 octave spectra

Explains the spectrum plot view and its associated fields and data.

10.3.2 Adjusting scales of the spectrum plot – Display Scale

Adjusts spectrum plot scales, including result units, resolution, and dynamics.

10.3.3 Selecting spectra to be viewed - Spectrum View

Selects which spectra (instantaneous, averaged, max, min) are displayed.

10.3.4 Changing spectrum type in Vibration modes - Spectrum Type

Changes the type of vibration spectra presented: Acceleration, Velocity, or Displacement.

11 FFT ANALYSER

11.1 Selecting FFT function

Activates the FFT analysis function.

11.2 Configuring FFT analyser

Configures general settings, measurement range, logging, and parameters for FFT analysis.

11.2.1 General measurement settings of FFT analysis – General Settings

Sets general parameters for FFT analysis like integration period and repetition cycles.

11.2.2 Selecting measurement range for FFT analysis - Range

Selects the measurement range (Low or High) for FFT analysis.

11.2.3 Logging of FFT spectra – Logging

Configures logging of FFT spectra into a logger file using Integration Period or Logger Step.

11.2.4 Setting parameters of FFT analysis - FFT

Configures FFT analysis parameters such as band, filter, window, lines, and averaging.

11.3 Configuring FFT spectra view

Sets up the presentation and display of FFT spectral results.

11.3.1 Presentation of FFT spectra

Explains the FFT spectrum plot view and its associated fields.

11.3.2 Setting up the scale of spectrum plot - Display Scale

Adjusts spectrum plot scales, including result units, resolution, dynamics, and grid.

11.3.3 Selection of spectra to be viewed - Spectrum View

Selects which spectra (averaged, instantaneous, max, min) are displayed in the Spectrum view.

11.3.4 Changing spectrum type in Vibration modes - Spectrum Type

Changes the type of vibration spectra presented: Acceleration, Velocity, or Displacement.

12 REVERBERATION TIME MEASUREMENTS - RT60

12.1 Selecting the RT 60 function

Activates the RT60 analysis function for reverberation time measurements.

12.2 Settings of the RT60 analysis

Configures parameters for RT60 analysis, including method, frequency range, and recording time.

12.3 Configuring RT60 views

Sets up the presentation and display of RT60 calculation results.

12.4 Start RT60 measurements

Provides instructions for starting RT60 measurements using Decay or Impulse methods.

12.5 Viewing of RT60 results

Describes how to view the RT60 measurement results in table, bar plot, or decay curve formats.

13 REMOTE CONTROL TOOLS

13.1 Software Overview

Explains available software solutions for remote control and data management.

14 MAINTENANCE

14.1 Powering of the instrument

Details the instrument's power sources: internal batteries, external DC, and USB interface.

14.2 Memory card extraction and insertion

Guides on how to safely extract and insert the micro SD memory card.

14.3 Transducers

Describes the microphone and accelerometer connections to the instrument.

14.4 Resetting the instrument

Explains how to perform system and hardware resets for troubleshooting.

14.5 Firmware upgrade

Provides instructions on how to update the instrument's firmware.

14.6 Preservation of internal batteries

Offers recommendations for preserving the life of internal batteries during storage.

14.7 Transportation and storage

Provides recommendations for transporting and storing the instrument.

14.8 Cleaning

Instructs on how to clean the instrument's surface and sockets.

14.9 Troubleshooting

Offers basic troubleshooting steps and contact information for support.

15 GLOSSARY

15.1 Modes and Measurement Functions

Defines and explains the instrument's modes and measurement functions.

15.2 Calibration

Lists and describes the calibration-related functions like System Check and Calibration by Sensitivity.

15.3 Definitions of measured results

Provides definitions and formulas for various measured acoustic and vibration values.

15.4 MEASUREMENT PARAMETERS

Details measurement parameters configurable via the main menu.

15.5 DISPLAY PARAMETERS

Explains parameters related to measurement result presentation and display settings.

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