Cirrus Research Dosebadge 5 User manual

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CR:120A doseBadge5
Noise Dosimeter
User Manual
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Introduction....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Information, Safety & Warnings.................................................................................................................................................................. 7
Getting to know the doseBadge5...............................................................................................................................................................8
The CR:120A doseBadge5................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
The RC:120A dBConnect.................................................................................................................................................................................................................9
The CU:120A doseBadge5Dock .................................................................................................................................................................................................10
Quick start..........................................................................................................................................................................................................11
Charging the doseBadge5..............................................................................................................................................................................12
Connecting to the doseBadge5.................................................................................................................................................................. 13
Connecting to the NoiseTools software.............................................................................................................................................................................13
Connecting to the RC:120A dBConnect ...............................................................................................................................................................................13
Connecting to the dBLink App..................................................................................................................................................................................................13
Configuring the doseBadge5........................................................................................................................................................................14
Configuration overview.................................................................................................................................................................................................................14
Integrator settings ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................14
Octave Band Filters..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................14
Configuring via NoiseTools .........................................................................................................................................................................................................15
Configuring via the dBLink App................................................................................................................................................................................................23
Clearing the memory ....................................................................................................................................................................................24
Calibrating the doseBadge5.........................................................................................................................................................................24
Setting the calibration level .......................................................................................................................................................................................................24
Removing the windshield ............................................................................................................................................................................................................24
Connecting the acoustic calibrator .......................................................................................................................................................................................25
Post-measurement calibration .................................................................................................................................................................................................27
Attaching & removing the doseBadge5...................................................................................................................................................28
Where to position the doseBadge5.......................................................................................................................................................................................28
Starting a measurement...............................................................................................................................................................................29
Scheduled measurements ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................29
Starting a measurement with NoiseTools..........................................................................................................................................................................29
Starting a measurement with the RC:120A dBConnect...............................................................................................................................................30
Starting a measurement with the dBLink App .................................................................................................................................................................30
Measurement running indication .............................................................................................................................................................................................31
Pausing a measurement................................................................................................................................................................................. 31
Pausing a measurement with the RC:120A dBConnect.................................................................................................................................................31
Pausing a measurement with the dBLink App...................................................................................................................................................................31
Using scheduled measurements ..............................................................................................................................................................................................32
Pause indication................................................................................................................................................................................................................................32
Mid-shift readings.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 32
Using the RC:120A dBConnect ..................................................................................................................................................................................................32
Using the dBLink App.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................33
Stopping a measurement ............................................................................................................................................................................ 34
Stopping a measurement with NoiseTools .......................................................................................................................................................................34
Stopping a measurement with the RC:120A dBConnect............................................................................................................................................34

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Stopping a measurement with the dBLink App ..............................................................................................................................................................34
Scheduled measurements ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................35
Downloading measurements...................................................................................................................................................................... 35
Downloading to NoiseTools......................................................................................................................................................................................................35
Viewing measurements with the dBLink App...................................................................................................................................................................38
Viewing measurements on the RC:120A dBConnect ....................................................................................................................................................38
Storing & transport instruments ...............................................................................................................................................................39
Transport Mode................................................................................................................................................................................................................................39
Configuring scheduled measurements.....................................................................................................................................................41
Adding a timed measurement....................................................................................................................................................................................................41
Adding a pause to the measurement....................................................................................................................................................................................42
Example configurations for the scheduled measurements ......................................................................................................................................42
The RC:120A dBConnect ..............................................................................................................................................................................45
Switching on the RC:120A dBConnect..................................................................................................................................................................................45
Connecting to a doseBadge5.....................................................................................................................................................................................................45
Controlling the doseBadge5with the RC:120A dBConnect.......................................................................................................................................46
RC:120A dBConnect settings ......................................................................................................................................................................................................53
Replacing the batteries .................................................................................................................................................................................................................54
Factory Reset......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................54
The dBLink App...............................................................................................................................................................................................55
Connecting to the doseBadge5................................................................................................................................................................................................55
Configuring the doseBadge5......................................................................................................................................................................................................56
Starting a measurement ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................58
Mid-shift readings............................................................................................................................................................................................................................59
Pausing a measurement ................................................................................................................................................................................................................60
Stopping a measurement..............................................................................................................................................................................................................61
Viewing measurements..................................................................................................................................................................................................................61
Clearing the memory .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................62
Specifications..................................................................................................................................................................................................63
Applicable Standards......................................................................................................................................................................................................................63
Measurement Range (Typical) ...................................................................................................................................................................................................63
Visual Indication of Status...........................................................................................................................................................................................................63
Measurement Functions...............................................................................................................................................................................................................63
Configuration Options..................................................................................................................................................................................................................64
Measurement Control...................................................................................................................................................................................................................65
Shock/Tamper Sensor...................................................................................................................................................................................................................65
Calibration............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................65
Memory.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................65
Power......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................65
Communication ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................66
Weight & Dimensions ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................66
Temperature .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................66
Humidity................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................67
Software................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................67

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CR:51x Acoustic Calibrator ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................67
Safety Information for the CU:120A Dock .............................................................................................................................................67
Glossary of Terms..........................................................................................................................................................................................68
Preset Integrator Settings ...........................................................................................................................................................................68
Support & Troubleshooting........................................................................................................................................................................69
LED Indicators on the doseBadge5.........................................................................................................................................................................................69
Resetting the doseBadge5............................................................................................................................................................................................................70
Calibration failure..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................71
Declarations..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 72
CE Declaration of Conformity ..................................................................................................................................................................................................72
Bluetooth® Connectivity .............................................................................................................................................................................................................73
FCC/Industry Canada.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................73
Product Guarantee & Extended Warranty.............................................................................................................................................74
Cirrus Research Offices................................................................................................................................................................................76

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Introduction
The doseBadge5is the result over 20 year’s development of the original doseBadge concept and maintains the
unique features of the doseBadge including:
•No cables, controls or display
•Simple setup, deployment & data download
•Robust, rugged design with a secure, internal microphone capsule.
The doseBadge5advances the concept with a range of new functions & features including:
•LCeq - LAeq measurements for HML (C-A)
•1:1 octave band filters (63Hz to 8kHz)
•Storage of multiple measurements with
Up to 80 hours of Time History Data (6 Channels)
Up to 40 individual measurements
•1 second data logging of all integrators, peak channels & 1:1 octave band filters (where fitted)
•Scheduled, automatic timed measurements with daily timers
•Remote communication to the dBLink App (Android & iOS) and the doseBadge5RC:120A dBConnect
View measurements & configure the doseBadge5with the dBLink App for mobile devices
•Tap sensor to protect your measurements from external impacts
•Up to 4 simultaneous integrators & 2 peak channels
•Allocate doseBadge5instruments to individual users to track measurements easily & effectively
•Internal microphone with automatic calibration
•Visual indication of Dose exceedence with user defined levels
•60dB to 143dB measurement range
The doseBadge5has been designed to allow noise exposure measurements to be made in accordance with a
wide range of standards, regulations and guidelines such as:
•CFR 1910.95 Occupational Noise Exposure
•ISO 9612:2009 Acoustics – Determination of occupational noise exposure – Engineering method
•HSE Document L108 Controlling Noise at Work – Guidance on Regulations
The doseBadge5is capable of measuring up to 4 simultaneous integrators and 2 Peak channels at the same time
with data logging available for all channels and so can be configured to meet any combination of occupational
noise standards.
Where the CR:120A has the octave band filters enabled, the instrument will measure and store the overall
unweighted Leq for each octave band (31Hz to 8kHz) as well a time history, or noise profile, for each band
throughout the measurement.
Quick settings can be applied through the NoiseTools software to enable the appropriate channels and settings
for a number of pre-set configurations which makes deployment of the doseBadge5quick and straight forward.
In addition to the pre-set configurations, users can create custom settings to meet specific applications or as
regulations change.
The doseBadge5uses Bluetooth® connectivity to either the RC:120A dBConnect or to the dBLink App (which is
available for Android and iOS devices). This allows measurements to be controlled and data viewed without
having to disturb or interrupt the worker.
In addition to the remote connectivity, measurements can be controlled via the NoiseTools software (when
units are attached to the CU:120A Dock) or by using the scheduled timers.

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Information, Safety & Warnings
This product is
not approved
for intrinsically safe operation and must not be used in
hazardous areas or zones.
The CR:120A doseBadge5, RC:120A dBConnect and CU:120A Dock contain no user
serviceable parts.
Do not open the product case as this will invalidate the product warranty and may cause
damage to the instrument.
Replacement of the battery in the CR:120A doseBadge5 must only be carried out by
authorised service personnel.
The normal operation of the CR:120A doseBadge5is with the windshield attached.
The materials used in the CR:120A doseBadge5, RC:120A dBConnect
and CU:120A Dock
should only be cleaned using a damp cloth. Do not use solvent or chemical based
cleaners.
When the Bluetooth® communication is enabled, care must be taken to avoid
interference with sensitive electronic equipment, for example in safety critical areas,
aviation or medical environments.
The CU:120A Dock contains small (<1cm3) Neodymium & Samarium Cobalt magnets that
are used to secure the CR:120A doseBadge5units to the Dock.
Keep a safe distance (50mm+) between the magnets and all objects that can be damaged
by magnetism. These include mechanical watches, heart pacemakers, CRT monitors, credit
cards and magnetically stored media. See page 67 for more information.
The doseBadge5 is shipped with the 1:1 Octave Band Filter option disabled. This must be
enabled before the octave band filters will measure and store data. Please see page

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Getting to know the doseBadge5
The CR:120A doseBadge5
The CR:120A doseBadge5is supplied complete with a windshield (which is secured to the carrier) and mounting
clips to attach the instrument to a person whose noise exposure is to be measured.
Windshield & carrier
Status indicators
Mounting clips
Battery charging
terminals (underside)
Microphone

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Each doseBadge5instrument is identified by a unique serial number that is shown on the information plate on
the underside of the instrument.
The RC:120A dBConnect
The RC:120A dBConnect is supplied with a wrist strap and 2 x AAA/LR03 batteries. The battery compartment is
on the back on the unit along with the serial number and compliance information.
Wrist strap
Battery compartment
(on the rear)
Keypad
Display
Battery charging & USB connections
Serial Number
Standards & compliance information

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The CU:120A doseBadge5Dock
The CU:120A doseBadge5Dock is supplied used with the CU:196A Mains Power Supply and a standard USB cable
(Type A to Type B).
There are 5 slots, each of which can accommodate a CR:120A doseBadge5instrument. All of the slots provide
charging and download functions.
The serial number of the Dock is shown on the label on the underside.
USB connection to PC
Power input from
CU:196A
Slots for CR:120A doseBadge5

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Quick start
Step Action Optional actions See page
1 Charge the doseBadge512
2 Clear the memory 24
3 Configure the integrators & peak channels Check the configuration 14
4 Program scheduled timers 15
Allocate instruments to a person,
place or project 17
Enable or disable the octave band filters Octave Band
Mode23
5 Calibrate the doseBadge524
6 Attach to the worker 27
7 Start the measurement 28
8 Pause the measurement 30
9 View mid-shift readings 32
10 Stop the measurement 33
11 Remove from the worker 27
12 Check the calibration 24
13 Download the measurement data 35

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Charging the doseBadge5
The doseBadge5is charged using the CU:120A doseBadge5Dock.
The doseBadge5 instruments are intelligent and the store information about the amount of charge that has
been put into and taken out of the batteries. This allows the instrument to maintain optimum battery
performance for as long as possible.
The CU:120A Dock allows up to five CR:120A instruments to be charged at the same time and also allows
measurements to be downloaded to the NoiseTools software via the USB connection.
Typically, the CU:120A Dock will charge a doseBadge5from flat in around 3 hours.
Connect the CU:196A mains power supply to the power socket on the Dock and to a suitable supply. The Green
LED on the Dock will indicate that power is connected.
The USB connection is used to download measurements from the connected instruments to the NoiseTools
software.
Connect a doseBadge5to any of the docking points. Each docking point has a magnetic base that ensures that
the connection between the doseBadge5and the Dock is secure.
The Blue LED next to each docking point will show when the connection has been made. The indicators on the
doseBadge5units will show the charging status as follows:
Charging: Solid Orange Fully Charged: Solid Green
The level of the battery can also be checked in the NoiseTools software, on the dBLink App or through the
RC:120A dBConnect.

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Charging should be carried out where the ambient temperature is between +15°C and +30°C (+59°F to +86°F).
Charging at higher temperatures may increase the charge time required or may result in a failure to fully charge.
Please note that the CU:120A Dock must be powered for data downloaded to be possible.
Connecting to the doseBadge5
The doseBadge5can be connected to a number of different controllers which allow the measurements to be
started, paused and stopped and also allow the instruments to be configured.
The doseBadge5can be connected to the NoiseTools software via USB, via Bluetooth® to the RC:120A
dBConnect and via Bluetooth® to the dBLink App.
Connecting to the NoiseTools software
Connection to the NoiseTools software is through the CU:120A Dock which connects to a PC via a USB
connection. See page 15 for details of configuring the doseBadge5via NoiseTools and page 35 for details of
downloading data into NoiseTools.
Connecting to the RC:120A dBConnect
The connection between the RC:120A dBConnect and the doseBadge5is via Bluetooth®.
See page 45 for details of connecting to and using the RC:120A dBConnect.
Connecting to the dBLink App
Connection to the dBLink App is via Bluetooth®. Ensure that the Bluetooth® is enabled on the mobile device.
See page 55 for details of connecting to and using the dBLink App.

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Configuring the doseBadge5
Configuration overview
The doseBadge5is an advanced noise measurement instrument and can provide up to 4 independent
integrators, 2 independent Peak channels and up to 4 independent maximum SPL channels.
In many applications, the configuration of the doseBadge 5 will not change once it has been setup for the first
time but any of the configuration options can be adjusted to allow the instrument to meet any noise
measurement standard or regulation.
The most comprehensive configuration options are available through the NoiseTools software. A limited set of
options are available through the dBLink App and the RC:120A dBConnect allows the scheduled timers to be
enabled or disabled.
Integrator settings
Integrators are at the heart of any noise dosimeter and the doseBadge 5 is no different. The advantage of the
doseBadge5 is that it allows up to 4 independent integrators to be run at the same time, each of which can be
individually tailored as needed.
Full control over the exchange rate, time weighting, frequency weighting, threshold level, criterion time,
criterion level and upper limit threshold are provided for each integrator.
A number of pre-set integrators are provided covering most applications and these are referred to as ISO LAeq,
ISO LCeq, OSHA HC, OSHA PEL, OSHA HC/C (C-weighted), MSHA HC, MSHA PEL, ACGIH and Custom.
Detailed configuration of these can be found on page 68.
Octave Band Filters
The doseBadge5 can provide for the measurement of
noise levels in octave bands from 63Hz to 8kHz with
both the overall and real-time data being measured
and stored.
This information can be used in the NoiseTools
software to determine the suitability of hearing
protection and noise control measures.
doseBadge5instruments that have the octave band
filter capability are delivered with this switched off
to maximise battery life.
This option must be enabled from within the
NoiseTools software.
See page 23 for details of configuring the octave
band filters.

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Scheduled measurements
Scheduled measurements are a new feature in the
doseBadge5that give the user more control over when
measurements are made.
There may be situations where it is not possible for the
person responsible for making noise measurements to
be present to start, pause or stop the instrument.
The doseBadge5 can be pre-programmed to start and
stop allowing the measurements to be made without
the need for that person to be present.
The doseBadge5 has no controls, cables of displays so
the wearer cannot tamper with the scheduled
measurements.
The timers can be enabled on different days of the
week (to exclude weekends for example).
Up to three timed periods can be programmed allowing
breaks to be automatically excluded (where standards
require this).
If scheduled measurements are enabled, they will only be active when the doseBadge5is removed from a
powered Dock. This allows timers to be enabled and used only when instruments are needed.
See page 41 for details of configuring the scheduled timers.
Configuring via NoiseTools
The NoiseTools software allows all of the configuration options within the doseBadge5to be adjusted.
Settings can be transferred between instruments and doseBadge5units can be allocated to a person, project
and place before measurements are made. This information is downloaded with the measurement data once
the measurement is complete.
New Instrument Wizard
When a doseBadge5is connected to an installation of NoiseTools that has not seen the badge before, the New
Instrument Wizard will run.
The wizard allows for the quick setup of new instruments and allows a pre-set integrator configuration to be
loaded into the instruments. The name of the instrument can also be changed.

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If more than one instrument is connected, each can be configured in turn and the settings saved to the
doseBadge5units.
For experienced users, the New Instrument Wizard can be skipped.
The Dock View
When a doseBadge5is connected to a powered CU:120A Dock and the Dock is connected to the NoiseTools
software via a USB cable, the Dock will appear in the Instrument window.
If more than one doseBadge5unit is connected to the Dock, each instrument will be shown with its serial
number as shown below:
If multiple CU:120A docks are connected to the NoiseTools software, these will be visible in the main
NoiseTools window:
Click on the View link to open the Dock View.
In the example below, 2 individual doseBadge5 units are connected to the dock.
The instrument shown on the left, MK50013, has the octave band feature enabled as indicated by the word
Octave below the instrument name and serial number.

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Person, Place & Project
Each doseBadge5can be individually assigned to a person before measurements are made.
Alternatively, measurements can be assigned either at the point of download into NoiseTools or afterwards
when the measurements are analysed.
This information is stored along with the measurement data in the NoiseTools database, allowing the
measurement information to be sorted, filtered and searched quickly and effectively.
As well the allocating a badge to a specific person, badges can be allocated to a place. For example, the place
may be a building or part of a site where the person is working.
The badge can also be assigned to a project. For example, if a set of
measurements are being taken after some new equipment has been installed,
this can be referenced as a project.
To pre-assign any of these functions, select the required name from the pull-
down list. If the required information is not available, a new person, place or
project can be entered by selecting the icons to the side of the pull-down lists.
Click the Update button to program the new information into the badge.
Transfer Settings
Settings can be copied from one badge to any others that are connected to the Dock using the Transfer
Settings option.

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To transfer settings from one badge to others that are connected to the Dock, select the source badge (which
will be highlighted in blue) and from the Transfer Settings button, select From Selected Instrument.
The setting will be copied from the source badge to the other badges on the Dock.
Settings can also be loaded from a saved configuration file. This can be applied to one or all badges on the
dock.
The following options are available by clicking the Configure link for each connected doseBadge5 instrument.
Any changes must be saved to the instrument by pressing the Save to Instrument button:
Name
Each doseBadge5instrument can be named to aid in identification. This is in addition to the serial number which
is unique to every instrument.
This is also in addition to any Person, Place or Project that have been assigned to the instruments.
To change the name of the instrument, enter the information into the Name field and save the changes.

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Storage
The storage options allow for the configuration of the following:
Time history rate
Throughout a measurement the doseBadge5is logging the noise data at a specified rate. This information is
used in the NoiseTools software to display the graphs of noise vs time.
The sample period for the data logging can be selected to be either 1 second or 1 minute and this affects all
data logging channels.
Scheduled measurements
Scheduled measurements are a powerful feature of the doseBadge5. It allows measurements to be started,
paused and stopped automatically without the need for user intervention.
Up to 3 periods can be set during the day allowing breaks to be accommodated (where regulations require) and
the schedules can be enabled or disables for different days of the week.
For more details of setting scheduled measurements, please see page 41
Note that when the doseBadge5is attached to a powered Dock, the scheduled measurements will not be
active. Remove the doseBadge5from the Dock to active the scheduled measurements.
Clear memory
This allows the memory of the selected doseBadge5to be cleared. Ensure that any measurements required have
been downloaded.

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Confirmation is required before the memory is cleared. Once the memory has been cleared, measurements
cannot be retrieved.
Integrating
Integrators are at the heart of any noise dosimeter and the doseBadge5is no different. Up to 4 independent
integrators can be run at any time and these can be chosen from a pre-set list or customised as required.
Pre-set integrators
To choose a pre-set integrator, pull down the selection
options and choose the required pre-set.
If an integrator is not required, choose Disabled from the
selection list.
See page 68 for details of the pre-set integrators.
Custom integrators
To customise an integrator, select Custom from the drop-
down list and select the required parameters.
See page 68 for details of the options available for custom integrators.
Peak & Maximum
The doseBadge5allows up to 2 independent Peak channels to be measured and logged along with up to 4
independent SPL max values.
For the Peak channels, the overall value and data logging values are stored.
For the SPL max values, the overall values are stored.
To add a Peak or SPL Max value, click on the “Click to add a Peak type” or “Click to add an SPL Max type” and
choose from the drop-down selection options: