Anaheim Scientific S600 User manual

Model S600
Digital Sound Level Meter

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Table of Contents
1INTRODUCTION............................................................................... 3
2SAFETY SUMMARY......................................................................... 3
3COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS......................................................... 5
4PRODUCT CONTENTS AND INSPECTION .................................... 5
5DEVICE DESCRIPTION ................................................................... 7
5.1 Parts and Description................................................................. 7
5.2 LCD Description ......................................................................... 9
6DEVICE OPERATION....................................................................... 9
6.1 Preparations............................................................................... 9
6.2 Making Measurements............................................................. 10
6.3 Calibration Procedures............................................................. 11
7SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................... 12
8SERVICE, REPAIRS, CALIBRATION............................................ 13
9LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY ............................................... 15

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1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the S600 Digital Sound Level
Meter from Anaheim Scientific. The S600 is a handheld
Class 2 Sound Meter that features:
•A/C Frequency Weighting
•4 digit LCD Display
•MAX/MIN Value Display
•Data Hold
•Resolution: 0.1dB
•Accuracy: ±1.5dB
•Range: 30 –130 dB (Auto Range)
2 Safety Summary
CAUTION
Adhere to the following conditions for safe
and effective usage of this meter
•Do not operate the meter in an environment filled
with combustible gas, liquids, dust or fibers

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•In order to avoid reading incorrect data, please
replace the battery immediately when the symbol
“" appears on the LCD
•In order to avoid damage caused by contamination
or static electricity, do not touch the circuit board
before taking adequate precautions
•Operating Environment: This instrument has been
designed for usage within an environment of
Pollution Degree 2
•Operation altitude: Up to 2000M
•Operation temperature & humidity:5°C~40°C,
below 80%RH
•Storage temperature＆humidity:-10°C ~60°C,
below 70%RH
•Avoid shaking the meter, particularly while in
operation.
•Keep microphone dry.
•For cleaning the instrument use a soft dry cloth.
Never use a wet cloth, solvents or water, etc.
•When the meter is not in use, please take out the
battery and keep the instrument in a low humidity
environment.
•Weather conditions outside the specified limits and
improper handling may adversely affect the
accuracy and function of the meter.

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3 Compliance Statements
This unit conforms to the following standards:
•IEC 61672-1 Class 2
•IEC651 Type2
•ANSI S1.4 Type2 for Sound Level Meters
Caution: This symbol indicates that the
equipment and its accessories are
subject to special collection and
disposal procedures
4 Product Contents and Inspection
This unit is tested prior to shipment. It is therefore
ready for immediate use upon receipt. An initial
physical inspection should be made to ensure that no
damage has been sustained during shipment.
Inspect the packing box on receipt for any external
damage. If any external damage is evident, remove the
instrument and visually inspect its case and parts for
any damage. If damage to the instrument is evident, a
description of the damage should be noted on the
carrier’s receipt and signed by the driver or carrier
agent. Save all shipping packaging for inspection.

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Forward a report of any damage to the agent through
which the unit is procured.
Retain the original packing in case subsequent
repackaging for return is required. Use of the original
packing is essential.
After the mechanical inspection, verify the contents of
the shipment. The items included in this package are:
•S600Meter
•User manual
•9V battery
•Carrying case
•Windscreen

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5 Device Description
5.1 Parts and Description
1. Windscreen. If you operate at wind speed over
10m/sec, please put protective accessories-
windscreen in front of the microphone.
2. Display
3. Power button.
Press the key for 1 sec.to turn the sound level
meter ON or OFF. The auto power-off will engage
automatically after 5 minutes of idle time
1. Windscreen
2. Display
3. DATA HOLD
button
4. Frequency
weighting select
button
5. Time weighting
select button
6. Max/Min hold
button
7. Backlight button
8. Power button
9. Microphone
10. Battery Cover
11. Tripod socket

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4. MAX/MIN hold button
Press MAX/MIN button to enter the maximum and
minimum recording mode. Press once to select
MAX value. Press again to select MIN value. Press
again to exit the MAX/MIN mode.
5. Frequency Weighting selection button.
A: A-Weighting. For general sound level
measurements. C:C-Weighting. For checking the
low-frequency content of noise.(If the C-Weighted
level is much higher than the A-weighted level,
then there is a large amount of low-frequency
noise)
6. Time weighting select button.
FAST:For normal measurements.
SLOW:For checking average level of fluctuation
noise.
7. HOLD button.
The reading data shown on LCD can be locked
while pressing the button.
8. Backlight button.
Press the button you enable the display backlight
to easy readings in dark environments. Press more
than 1 second to disable backlight, which however
it automatically OFF after 15 seconds.
9. Microphone
1/2 inch Electret Condenser microphone.
10. Battery cover

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5.2 LCD Description
6 Device Operation
6.1 Preparations
Wind blowing across the microphone will bring
extraneous noise. When using the instrument in the
presence of wind, it is necessary to mount the
windscreen to prevent this.
To a c h i e v e m o r e a c c u r a t e m e a s u r e m e n t s, u s e a n
extension cable to separate the microphone from the
main body so that the effect of unexpected sound
reflection can be eliminated.
1. Low battery
indication
2. Data hold
indication
3. Maximum
indication
4. Minimum
indication
5. A-Weighting
6. C-Weighting
7. Slow response
8. Fast response
9. Sound level
readout

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Calibrate the instrument before operation if the
instrument was not in use for a long time or was used
in harsh conditions.
6.2 Making Measurements
1. Open battery cover and install a 9 Volt battery in
battery compartment.
2. Turn on power and select the desired response
time and weighting. If the sound source consists
of short bursts or only catching sound peak, set
response to FAST. To measure average sound
level, use the slow setting. Select A weighting for
general noise sound level and C weighting for
measuring sound level of acoustic material.
3. Hold the instrument comfortably in hand or fix on
tripod and point the microphone at the suspected
noise source, the sound pressure level will be
displayed.
4. When MAX/ MIN (maximum, minimum hold)
mode is chosen the instrument captures and
holds the maximum or minimum noise level .
Press once to select MAX value. Press again to
select MIN value. Press again to exit the
MAX/MIN mode. “MAX” or ” MIN” symbol
disappears.
5. Turn off the instrument and remove the battery
when it is not in use.

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6.3 Calibration Procedures
Using a standard Acoustic Calibrator(94dB,1KHz Sine
wave)
•Select the following settings:
Frequency weighting:dBA
Time weighting:FAST
•Insert the microphone nozzle carefully into the
insertion hole of the calibrator.
•Press A/C button then press the HOLD button.
Hold the 2 buttons at the same time for more
than 1 second. The LCD will be blinking to
confirm calibration.
Acoustic calibrator
Sound level meter

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•When the LCD has blinked, release the A/C and
the HOLD buttons. The sound level meter will
display 94.0 dBA . The calibration is complete.
•The 94 dB calibration process can be repeated
until the meter reads 94.0 dB.
•Recalibration cycle:1 year.
7 Specifications
Display
4 digits LCD
Resolution
0.1dB
Display Update
0.5 sec
Frequency range
31.5Hz~8KHz
Measuring level
range
A Weighting 30 ~130dB
C Weighting 35~130dB
Frequency weighting
A/C
Microphone
1/2 inch electret condenser
microphone
Time weighting
FAST(125mS), SLOW(1 sec)
Level ranges
30 ~130dB(Auto Range)
Accuracy
±1.5dB
Dynamic range
50dB
Power Supply
9V battery
Power Life
About 50 hours (alkaline Battery)
Dimensions
200mm(L) x 55mm(W) x 38mm(H)
Weight
About 170g (Including batteries)

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8 Service, Repairs, Calibration
•The following are instructions regarding policies for
servicing, repairing or calibrating Anaheim Scientific
products. Turnaround time is usually less than ten
(10) working days unless expedited service is
requested and pre-arranged.
•Send an email to servi[email protected]
requesting an RMA number specifying your request
for either service/repair and/or calibration with your
product’s model number.
•Once you receive a reply from
[email protected], you will be asked
to ship prepaid to the address below. Package the
unit carefully using filler or bubble wrap, and if
possible, ship in the original box. Ship each unit
separately. (Anaheim Scientific is not responsible
for any shipping damage that may occur.)
•Include a packing list with each unit shipped stating
what type of service is required and include the
return shipping information: name, address and
telephone number.
•If the unit is in warranty, please provide the
following: proof of purchase or copy of the original
invoice.
•If the unit is out of warranty, prepayment is required
by Check, Money Order or Credit Card.
•Return all merchandise to Anaheim Scientific with
pre-paid shipping. The flat-rate repair charge for
Non-Warranty Service does not include return

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shipping. Return shipping to locations in North
American is included for Warranty Service.
•For overnight shipments and non-North American
shipping fees please contact Anaheim Scientific
Anaheim Scientific
ATTN: Service/Repair
22820 Savi Ranch Parkway
Yo r b a Linda, CA 92887
www.anaheimscientific.com

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9 Limited Two-Year Warranty
•Scientific warrants to the original purchaser that its
products and the component parts thereof, will be
free from defects in workmanship and materials for
a period of two years from date of purchase.
•Anaheim Scientific will, without charge, repair or
replace, at its option, defective product or
component parts. Returned product must be
accompanied by proof of the purchase date in the
form of a sales receipt.
•To help us be t t e r s e rve you, ple a s e c o m p l e t e t h e
warranty registration for your new instrument via our
website www.anaheimscientific.com
•Exclusions: This warranty does not apply in the
event of misuse or abuse of the product or as a
result of unauthorized alterations or repairs. The
warranty is void if the serial number is altered,
defaced or removed.
•Anaheim Scientific shall not be liable for any
consequential damages, including without limitation
damages resulting from loss of use. Some states do
not allow limitations of incidental or consequential
damages. So the above limitation or exclusion may
not apply to you.
•This warranty gives you specific rights and you may
have other rights, which vary from state-to-state.

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