Extech Instruments 407355-NIST User manual

User Manual
Noise Dosimeter with PC Interface
Model 407355
Additional User Manual Translations available at www.extech.com

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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Extech 407355 Personal Noise Dosimeter. The 407355 is
designed to test noise exposure in accordance with OSHA, MSHA, DOD, ACGIH, and ISO standards.
Fast and easy on-site surveys help determine noise reduction requirements. The meter can also be
used in SLM (sound level meter) mode where sound pressure levels are monitored from 70 to 140dB.
The SLM (sound level meter) mode has a datalogging feature that can record up to 8800 readings
which can be downloaded to a PC for analysis. Please visit our website (www.extech.com) to check for
the latest version of this User Guide, Product Updates, and Customer Support.
The built-in RS-232 PC interface offers the following capabilities:
In SOUND LEVEL METER (SLM) MODE: The meter can be connected to PC while taking
measurements so that readings can be stored in a file and readings can be viewed in a
variety of display configurations (graph, list, etc.).
In DOSIMETER mode: The meter can perform a noise survey after which the user can
transfer the survey data to a PC.
Note: In DOSIMETER mode, the individual measurements are NOT logged and cannot be
recalled.
Careful use of this device will provide years of reliable service.
CE Certification
The CE-mark indicates compliance to the EMC directive
Safety EN 61010-1 (1993) and IEC 1010-1 (1990); Safety requirements for electrical
equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use
EMC Emission EN 50081-1 (1992): Generic emission standard
Part 1: Residential, commercial, and light industry
EN 50081-2 (1993): Generic emission standard
Part 2: Industrial environment
CISPR22 (1993): Radio disturbance characteristics of information technology
equipment. Class B limits.
FCC rules, part 15: Complies with the limits for a Class B digital device
EMC Immunity EN 50082-1 (1992): Generic immunity standard
Part 1: Residential, commercial, and light industry
RF immunity implies that sound level indications of 70dB or greater will be
affected by no more than ±1.5dB
EN 50082-2 (1995): Generic immunity standard
Part 2: Industrial environment
RF immunity implies that sound level indications of 70dB or greater will be
affected by no more than ±1.5dB

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Descriptions
Display Description
1. FAST Response Time mode
2. SLOW Response Time mode
3. Noise Exposure test active
4. Memory mode alert
5. Noise Exposure test paused
6. Unit of measure for Noise Exposure test
7. Battery Status Indicator
8. Event memory banks (E1-E5)
9. 115dB limit (headphone) indicator
10. Numerical display digits
11. Unit of measure for sound level readings
12. 140dB PEAK indicator
13. Elapsed time mode for noise exposure tests

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Meter Description
1. Microphone (lapel clip not shown)
2. Microphone cable
3. Microphone connector
4. LCD display
5. Push-buttons:
ON-OFF Press to turn the meter ON; Press and hold to turn
the meter OFF.
RESET This button has a variety of uses including clearing
stored data and accessing the Programming mode as described
in the manual.
RUN Press to begin a noise survey test in Dosimeter mode or
datalogging in SLM mode. Also used as the Left Arrow in the
Programming mode
CLOCK Press to view the Date and Time. Also used as the
Right Arrow in Programming mode
MODE Press to select ELAPSED TIMER, dBA (SLM) mode, or
noise survey (%DOSE) mode. Also used as the Down Arrow in
the Programming mode
EVENT Press to select a memory bank (E1 through E5). Also
used as the Up Arrow in the Programming mode
6. RS-232 PC Interface plug
7. RS-232 PC Interface jack
8. Calibration potentiometer
9. Battery compartment screw
10. Belt clip / Battery compartment cover
11. Battery compartment
12. Microphone jack
13. Housing screws (service personnel only)

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Operation
Getting Started
1. Power the instrument by pressing the green button.
2. When the unit is turned on, all display items switch on briefly followed by ‘dOSE’, the Criterion
Level (Lc), Threshold Level (Lt), and Exchange Rate (ER) respectively. These parameters are
defined in the Noise Exposure related sections of this manual.
3. If the meter does not switch on when the power button is pressed, check that the batteries are
installed and are fresh. Refer to the Battery Replacement section of this manual.
4. To turn the meter OFF, press and hold the green power button; the display will count down from
3dB to 0dB and then switch off.
5. The 407355 can be used as a Sound Level Meter or a Dosimeter.
6.
Sound Level Meter Operation (dBA mode)
Press the MODE button repeatedly until the unit of measure is dBA (A-weighted decibels).
In SLM mode the meter operates as a Type 2 sound level meter. The 407355 measures and
displays sound pressure levels from 70 to 140dB. Read the measured sound level on the LCD. For
Sound Level measurements < 68dBA the LCD will display dashed lines.
For readings > 115dBA, the headphone icon appears.
For readings > 140dBA, the Peak Detector PK icon appears.
Datalogging
In Sound Level Meter (dBA) mode, the internal memory of the meter can store up to 8800 readings.
1. Press the RUN key to start recording the measured readings. The MEM icon will appear in the
display.
2. To stop datalogging, press the RUN key again. The MEM icon will no longer be displayed on the
screen.
3. To download the data to a PC, refer to the PC Interface section in this manual.
Dosimeter Operation (%DOSE mode)
1. Program the Response Time (Fast or Slow), Criterion Level (Lc), Exchange Rate (ER), and
Threshold Level (Lt) manually (see Programming section) or program these parameters through
the supplied software (see PC Interface section).
NOTE: Make sure you have enough memory to complete your noise survey.
See ERASE MEMORY section before proceeding
2. Use the MODE button to select %DOSE as the unit of measure.
3. Select an unused Event Bank (E1 through E5) using the EVENT button. (Event is NOT flashing)
4. Attach the meter to the user’s belt buckle, breast pocket, or where convenient
5. Clip the microphone as close as possible to the user’s ear (shirt collar, for example) using the
lapel clip.
6. Route the cable as to not hinder the working movements of the user.
7. Press the RUN button to begin measuring accumulated noise exposure.
The Clock display icon will appear on the display.
8. Press the RUN button momentarily to PAUSE the test (PAUSE display icon will switch on).
Press the RUN button again to resume the test (PAUSE icon will switch off).

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9. Use the MODE button at any time to view the elapsed time of the test. Press the MODE button
until the TIME display icon appears. Now the elapsed time will appear in hours and minutes.
Press the RUN button again to return to the %DOSE display.
10. To end the noise survey and SAVE your recording
Press and hold the RUN key for >3 seconds. The Clock icon will disappear and the Event bank
will start flashing.
Read the accumulated noise exposure value on the LCD.
NOTE: If you Event bank number is not flashing – do NOT turn off the meter or your recorded
data will be erased.
11. Testing notes:
Never shout into the microphone as this will affect the test.
Use caution during recording to prevent the microphone from coming into contact with any
objects.
To obtain reliable data, the user’s activities must reflect a typical working day.
For best results, test over the course of several days and average the %DOSE
Programming the %DOSE settings
NOTE: The meter can be automatically programmed using the supplied software.
To Manually Program the meter, follow these steps:
1. To access the programming mode, start with the 407355 power off.
2. Press and hold the (RESET) button while turning the instrument on.
3. Release the RESET button when SEP (Setting Parameters) appears.
4. Use the left and right arrow buttons to select the desired parameter
5. Use the up and down arrow buttons to change a parameter’s setting
6. Refer to the parameter display symbols and their definitions below.
These parameters are discussed throughout this manual
LC (Criterion Level): 80, 84, 85, 90dB selections
LT (Threshold Level): 70 to 90dB selectable in 1dB steps
ER (Exchange Rate): 3, 4, 5, and 6 dB selections
20 First two digits of calendar year
14 Last two digits of calendar year
1- Calendar Month
-08 Day of the Month
14: Hour of the day (24 Hr)
:30 Minutes
S F Slow (1 second) and Fast (125ms) response time settings
7. Press the RESET button to exit the programming mode.
Changes made in the programming mode will be saved upon exiting.
Note: The settings are saved when the meter is turned off.

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Calibration Procedure
Note that an acoustical calibrator (such as the Extech 407744 or 407766) is required to calibrate the
407355. Extech Instruments can also calibrate the instrument and provide an N.I.S.T. certificate if
desired.
1. Set the instrument to the Sound Level Measurement Mode (dBA) using the MODE button.
2. Set the response time to SLOW (see the Programming section)
3. Insert the 407355 microphone into the microphone cavity of the calibrator.
4. Turn the calibrator ON for 94.0 dB and adjust the CAL screw on the 407355 so that the LCD
display matches the calibrator output signal.
Note: OSHA regulations consider it good business practice to calibrate before and after each use.
A yearly calibration is recommended to maintain measurement accuracy.
Erase the Memory
If the low battery mark is flashing or all of the Dosimeter survey memory E1 through E5 has been
filled, the datalogging function will not operate.
The memory must be cleared.
Clear memory in a single Event bank:
If data is present in a single bank, the bank ID flashes.
To erase data in a specific bank, press and hold the RESET button until the bank ID stops flashing.
Clear all of the memory in the whole meter:
To clear the memory in the whole meter for SLM data only, turn the meter off then hold down the
RUN key and turn on the meter.
E-EP will appear in the display to indicate that all memory data has been cleared, release the RUN
key.
To clear Dose data, erase each individual bank.

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Dosimetry Parameter Descriptions
% DOSE
The unit of measure, % DOSE, is used to quantify noise exposure measured during a work shift.
100% dose is the maximum allowable noise exposure in accordance with OSHA, MSHA, DOD,
ACGIH, and ISO standards. Most standards specify Criterion Level, Exchange Rate, Response
Time, and Frequency weighting for the dosimeter as discussed next.
EVENT SELECT
Press the EVENT button to enter the EVENT mode. Each time the EVENT button is pressed the
LCD increments the Event bank number (E1 through E5). Each bank is a memory location. The
user can store (or write over) the data in any of these locations. Each bank location (E1, for
example) is displayed on the LCD along with the stored data.
If data is present in a bank, the bank ID flashes.
To erase data in a bank, press and hold the RESET button until the display ID stops flashinging.
CRITERION LEVEL (Lc)
To take an on-site noise exposure survey in accordance with standards such as OSHA and
MSHA, the dosimeter’s Criterion Level must first be set. The 100% DOSE parameter discussed
above is determined by the following equation: 100% DOSE = Criterion Level for 8 hours. Each
country has a unique Criterion Level (most countries, including the U.S., use 90dB). The
Criterion level is selectable (80, 84, 85, or 90dB). Select the appropriate level per the
Programming section of this manual.
EXCHANGE RATE (ER)
Exchange rate is best illustrated by example; refer to the following example: Since 100% DOSE
= Criterion Level for 8 hours, a person would receive 50% DOSE in 4 hours if the noise level
equals the Criterion Level setting. Now consider a Criterion Level of 90dB, a noise measurement
of 95dB (5dBA higher than the Criterion Level), and an Exchange Rate of 5dB; in this example a
100% DOSE would be received in only 4 hours. This is because with a 5dB Exchange Rate, a
5dB increase in sound level is considered a doubling of the DOSE. Other Exchange Rates can
be selected (3, 4, 5, or 6dB). Refer to the local regulations or standards.
FAST (F) SLOW (S) RESPONSE TIME
Set the response time to Fast (F) to capture quick bursts of sound such as discharging firearms,
fireworks, hammering, and other impulse noises. Use the Slow (S) setting if the noise under test
is more of a continuous drone or background din. The Slow setting is typically specified by
OSHA and MSHA standards for use in noise surveys. Refer to the Programming section of this
manual to set the response time.
THRESHOLD LEVEL (Lt)
The threshold level is the sound level at which the 407355 begins to integrate noise into the
exposure test. For example, if the threshold level (Lt) is set to 85dB, the meter will integrate all
noise that equals or exceeds 85 dB. Sound levels below this threshold would not be included in
the dose calculation. See the Programming section to change the level. The Threshold Level can
be set from 70 to 90dB in 1 dB steps.
PEAK FLAG
When sound levels above 140dB are present the meter displays the PK symbol.
HIGH LEVEL INDICATOR
When sound levels above 115dB are present the meter displays the headphone symbol.
REAL TIME CLOCK
Press the CLOCK key to display the current Day and Time accompanied by the TIME icon
blinking. Note that the DATE and TIME settings are saved when the meter is turned off. To set the
TIME and DATE refer to the Programming section.

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PC Interface
This meter has the capability to connect to and communicate with a PC. To install and use the
software, please refer to the instructions provided on the supplied CD-ROM and/or the instructions
provided in the HELP Utility within the software program.
Check the software download page of the website www.extech.com for the latest version of the PC
software and its operating system compatibility.
Battery Replacement and Status Display
The 407355 is powered by four (4) ‘AAA’ 1.5V batteries and the LCD display employs a 5-segment
battery status indicator.
5-segment battery LCD status indicator
When the batteries are fully charged, all five segments of the indicator will be visible. As the
batteries discharge, the segments switch off one by one. Do not use the instrument if all five
segments have switched off.
To replace the batteries:
1. Remove the large flat-head screw from the back of the instrument. This will free the belt clip;
remove the clip.
2. The discharged 1.5V ‘AAA’ batteries will be visible behind the clip.
3. Replace the batteries observing polarity.
4. Re-assemble the clip.
Never dispose of used batteries or rechargeable batteries in household waste.
As consumers, users are legally required to take used batteries to appropriate
collection sites, the retail store where the batteries were purchased, or wherever
batteries are sold.
Disposal: Do not dispose of this instrument in household waste. The user is obligated to take end-of-
life devices to a designated collection point for the disposal of electrical and electronic equipment.

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Specifications
Display Multi-function LCD
Units of measure dBA (‘A’ weighted decibels) for sound level
% DOSE for accumulated noise exposure
Measurement ranges 70 to 140dBA for sound level (SPL) measurements
0.01 to 9999 %DOSE for noise exposure surveys
Standards applied ±1dB high accuracy meets Class 2 standards (IEC 61672-2013 and
ANSI/ASA S1.4/Part 1
Criterion level 80, 84, 85, and 90dB (selectable)
Threshold level 70 to 90dB in 1dB steps (selectable)
Exchange rate 3, 4, 5, and 6dB (selectable)
High level detector appears on LCD when measurement exceeds 115dBA
Peak flag PK appears on LCD when measurement exceeds 140dBA
Accuracy ±1.0dB
Frequency weighting ‘A’ weighting
Frequency response 31.5Hz to 8 kHz
Response time F(FAST) and S(SLOW) selectable
Datalogging capacity 8800 data sets
Operating Temperature 0 to 50oC (32 to 122oF)
Operating Humidity 10 to 90% RH
Storage Temperature -10 to 60oC (14 to 140oF)
Storage Humidity 10 to 75% RH
Battery power Four (4) 1.5V ‘AAA’ batteries
Battery life 40 hours (approx.)
Dimensions 106 (L) x 60 (W) x 34 (H) mm
4.2 (L) x 2.4 (W) x 1.3 (H)"
Weight Approx. 350g (12.3 oz) with batteries