SKC NoiseCHEK User manual

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NoiseCHEK Personal Noise Dosimeter
Cat. No. 701-001NB
Operating Instructions
Figure 1. NoiseCHEK Noise Dosimeter —Overview
Table of Contents
Introduction....................................................................................................................................................3
Checking Dosimeter/Kit Contents .............................................................................................................3
Getting Started..............................................................................................................................................4
Charging the Battery..................................................................................................................................4
Notes and Cautions...................................................................................................................................5
Turning Power On/Off................................................................................................................................5
Microphone
(windscreen removed)
Windscreen
Windscreen
lock direction
indicator
Windscreen unlock
direction indicator
Voice Note
button
Clothing clip
History
button
Previous
button
Windscreen LED
collar
Next button
Screen/Display
Red button
(Power off/stop/select)
Green button
(Power on/start/select)
Clothing clip
Front view
Back view
Charging/data
transfer contacts

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Determining Battery Charge Status...........................................................................................................5
Determining Dosimeter Status —LEDs....................................................................................................6
Using the Buttons ......................................................................................................................................6
Interpreting and Navigating Screen Displays............................................................................................7
Home Screen.........................................................................................................................................7
Virtual Dosimeter Screens.....................................................................................................................7
History Screens......................................................................................................................................7
Status Icons ...........................................................................................................................................7
Changing Time/Date..............................................................................................................................8
Recording/Playing a Voice Note................................................................................................................8
Voice Note Status ..................................................................................................................................9
Attaching NoiseCHEK on a Worker...........................................................................................................9
Removing/Reinstalling Windscreen...........................................................................................................9
Operation.....................................................................................................................................................10
Performing a Sample Run.......................................................................................................................10
Calibrate...............................................................................................................................................10
Sample.................................................................................................................................................11
Post-calibrate.......................................................................................................................................12
Auto Lock.............................................................................................................................................13
Reviewing Data (History).........................................................................................................................13
Using DataTrac dB Software...................................................................................................................14
Install DataTrac dB Software...............................................................................................................15
Accessories/Replacement Parts.................................................................................................................16
Appendix: Performance Profile ...................................................................................................................17

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INTRODUCTION
SKC NoiseCHEK Personal Noise Dosimeter Cat. No. 701-001NB (Figure 1) measures a worker’s daily
noise exposure in the workplace as required to meet regulations and standards for compliance.
NoiseCHEK has a ½-inch Class 2 microphone and is worn on the apex of the shoulder with the
microphone close to the ear and away from the neck. Clothing clips on each end of the device attach the
dosimeter securely to a worker’s shoulder.
Program up to four virtual dosimeters in the noise dosimeter for simultaneous compliance and monitoring
per OSHA, ACGIH, MSHA, and a User Custom option to meet internal standards that may exceed the
exposure requirements of regulations. Settings are modified/enabled using SKC DataTrac®dB Software
for NoiseCHEK. See Using DataTrac dB Software.
A note about default settings: NoiseCHEK has been shipped with programmed settings for OSHA
compliance and AIHA recommendations listed in the table below.
Default Settings
Virtual dosimeters/parameters
OSHA Hearing Conservation (HC)
OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL)
ACGIH
Measurement readings for
sample runs
SPL, TWA, Dose, Lavg, Peak, Lmax, pTWA, pDose, and Upper
Limit
Measurement readings shown
in History
TWA, Dose, Lavg, Peak, Lmax, pDose, and Upper Limit
History sample rate
60 seconds
Voice Note
Enabled
Checking Dosimeter/Kit Contents
Use the table below to verify that you received all items associated with the Cat. No. ordered. If you are missing
items, contact SKC at 800-725-8472 (U.S. only) or 724-941-9701.
If you ordered Cat. No.
Your package should contain
701-001NB
Dosimeter only, requires charging dock; see kits below or Accessories/Replacement
Parts
701-001KNB
Single Kit includes dosimeter, 1-unit Charging Dock with power supply, USB cable,
and USB drive with instruction manual, in a protective carry case
701-001KNB-C
Single Kit with Class 2 Calibrator includes dosimeter, 1-unit Charging Dock with
power supply, AcoustiCHEK Calibrator, USB cable, and USB drive with instruction
manual, in a protective carry case
701-001K3NB
3-pack Kit includes 3 each: dosimeters and 1-unit Charging Docks with power
supplies, 1 each: replacement windscreen, USB cable, and USB drive with instruction
manual, in a protective carry case
701-001K3NB-C
3-pack Kit with Class 2 Calibrator includes 3 each: dosimeters and 1-unit Charging
Docks with power supplies, 1 each: AcoustiCHEK Calibrator, replacement windscreen,
USB cable, and USB drive with instruction manual, in a protective carry case
701-001K5NB
5-pack Kit includes 5 dosimeters and 1 each: 5-unit Charging Dock with power
supply, replacement windscreen, USB cable, and USB drive with instruction manual,
in a protective carry case
701-001K5NB-C
5-pack Kit includes 5 dosimeters and 1 each: AcoustiCHEK Calibrator, 5-unit
Charging Dock with power supply, replacement windscreen, USB cable, and USB
drive with instruction manual, in a protective carry case

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GETTING STARTED
Charging the Battery
Completely charge the battery before operating the dosimeter. See Determining Battery Charge Status.
Set up the charging train (Figure 2) as follows.
1. Prepare the charging dock (1-unit Charging Dock Cat. No. 701-002 or 5-unit Charging Dock Cat.
No. 701-003).
a. Insert the power supply Cat. No. 220-600 into the power port on the back of the charging
dock.
b. Plug power supply cube into 100-240 V power supply. The power LED on the back of the
dock will light up blue when connected to the power supply.
Note: You can also charge NoiseCHEK by connecting the charging dock
to your PC or a USB battery bank with a USB cable.
2. Place the NoiseCHEK in the prepared charging dock. Battery charging status
bars will be displayed on the dosimeter screen (see right); four amber LEDs will
blink during charging. Full charge is indicated by four bars on the screen display
and the blinking LEDs turning green. Note: When the battery is fully charged, the
dosimeter will shut down if left in the charging dock. The green LEDs will continue
blinking while the noise dosimeter remains in the charging dock.
Figure 2. Charging Train
100-240 V
Wall outlet
Power port
(on back)
Power supply
NoiseCHEK
1-unit Charging Dock
5-unit Charging Dock

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Notes and Cautions
•The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire or explosion when heated above 212 F
(100 C) or incinerated. Battery can be replaced only by SKC authorized service center.
Turning Power On/Off
Turn on: Press and hold the green button (Figure 1). The Home (SETUP) screen will
be displayed. See right.
Turn off: From the Home or any Setup screen, press and hold the red button
(Figure 1). Select YES (press green button) to confirm shutdown. See below right.
Note: After 5 minutes of inactivity, NoiseCHEK will shut down automatically.
Determining Battery Charge Status
The battery status icon is always displayed at the top left on the screen. See the table below to determine
the battery charge.
Battery Status Icon
Battery Charge
Full charge, approximately 75 to 100%
One to three bars will be displayed when charge is less than full but not low
battery.
Approximately 50 to 75%
Approximately 25 to 50%
Approximately 5 to 25%
Low battery —shutdown is imminent. Note: All data will be stored in History.

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Determining Dosimeter Status —LEDs
LEDs (visible through the windscreen LED collar) indicate charging and operation status and activity, and
exposure level. See the table below.
LED Description/Activity
Status
Amber, flashing continuously (device seated in
charging dock)
Not fully charged
Green, flashing continuously (device seated in
charging dock)
Fully charged
Green, single flashing approx. every 3 seconds
Sample run in progress; accumulating data
Green, double flashing approx. every 3 seconds
Sample run paused
Amber, flashing intermittently
Noise level threshold reached
Amber flashing intermittently, alternating with
green
Set % dose reached (level set in DataTrac dB
Software)
White (lower right) flashing intermittently
Voice note present.
Using the Buttons
See the table below for how to use the dosimeter buttons (Figure 1) to operate the device, navigate
screens, and select screen prompts.
Button
Functions
Green
•Turn on device. See Turning Power On/Off.
•Start run, pause run, and resume run.
•Select prompts YES, OK, SELECT, HOME, RESUME, LIST, and digit in PIN for
Auto Lock.
•Undim screen.
Red
•Turn off device (from Home, Setup, or Standby screens only). See Turning Power
On/Off.
•Stop sample run.
•Select prompts NO, HOME, DELETE, and digit in PIN for Auto Lock.
•Undim screen.
Previous/Next
(left/right
arrows)
•Scroll backwards/forwards through virtual dosimeter screens
•Scroll up/down through History list.
•Select digits in PIN for Auto Lock feature.
H (History)
•View selected sample run history.
•Access History list.
•Return to Home screen after sample run has ended or from a sample run history.
V (Voice Note)
•Record voice note during sample runs
•Access voice note recording held in memory to delete it.

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Interpreting and Navigating Screen Displays
The screen displays are intuitive with messages and selection prompts to guide you through each
operation. Icons at the top right and left corners indicate battery and operation status, activated features,
and alerts (see Status Icons). Note: After approximately 30 seconds of inactivity, the screen will dim
automatically. To undim, press the green button or red button.
Home Screen
When you turn on the noise dosimeter, the Home screen appears
(see right). From the Home screen, calibrate, scroll through virtual
dosimeters, access History and Voice Note, and turn off the device.
Virtual Dosimeter Screens
Each programmed virtual dosimeter has a Home screen with the
following parameters set to the particular standard, e.g., OSHA HC or
PEL, ACGIH, MSHA HC or PEL, or custom:
•Exchange (Exchange rate)
•Threshold
•Criterion (Criterion level)
•Response
•Freq weight (Frequency weight)
Octave bandwidth screens are displayed if enabled in DataTrac dB
Software. To view the parameter and bandwidth screens, use the
Previous/Next buttons to scroll to them. Note: For more details on
enabling octave bandwidths, see Using DataTrac dB Software.
History Screens
Press the History button (Figure 1) to access sample data. See Reviewing Data.
Status Icons
Icons
Indication
Battery charge level (see Determining Battery Charge Status)
Sample running
Sample run paused
Lock feature activated
Overload: % Dose set in DataTrac dB Software reached during sample run
OSHA HC Measurement view screens
Lock icon*
Battery
status
icon
Time/date
ID/Name
Firmware
version no.
Serial no.
* See Auto Lock Feature.

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Changing Time/Date
Use DataTrac dB Software to adjust the time/date. Upload the setting from the PC to the dosimeter(s).
See DataTrac dB Software for NoiseCHEK User Manual.
Recording/Playing a Voice Note
Record a voice note to identify details like the kind of noise being sampled, location of sampling, wearer’s
job description, and other relevant items. You can upload and play a voice note on a PC using DataTrac
dB Software. Only one voice note can be held in NoiseCHEK, and it must be deleted or uploaded to a PC
before another note can be recorded.
Note: Disable Voice Note using DataTrac dB software. See DataTrac dB Software for NoiseCHEK User
Manual.
1. From the Home screen, press and hold the Voice button to begin recording a note.
Note: Maximum recording time is approximately 44 seconds.
2. End recording by pressing the Voice button again (otherwise it will be ended
automatically when recording time exceeds maximum limit). See below.
a. To save the recording, select Home (press green button). The white LED
will continue to flash intermittently (when dosimeter is powered on but not
running) to indicate that a recording is present. If you try to record another
note in the meantime, you will see the message that a recording is present.
See Voice Note Status.
b. To delete the recording, select Delete (press red button). Select Yes (press green
button) to confirm; the message that the recording has been deleted will appear. The
white LED will stop flashing. See Voice Note Status.
3. To play a voice note, upload data to your PC via DataTrac dB Software. See DataTrac dB for
NoiseCHEK User Manual.
Recording ended manually
Recording stopped automatically
Recording deleted
Confirm deletion

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Voice Note Status
Attaching NoiseCHEK on a Worker
Attach the NoiseCHEK to the worker’s shoulder after the unit has been turned on and calibrated and
before the sample run is started.
1. Choose the shoulder facing the highest level or source of noise. Place
the unit on the top of that shoulder with the microphone as high as
possible so it can collect maximum sound. Turn the wearer’s head
toward the dosimeter to make sure the chin does not touch the
dosimeter.
2. Fasten the clothing clips securely to the shirt. See right.
3. During sampling, keep clothing from touching the windscreen to avoid
contaminating results.
Removing/Reinstalling Windscreen
Remove windscreen: Hold the windscreen
collar (with arrow on collar facing you), turn it to
the unlock indicator on the dosimeter. Lift the
windscreen from the microphone.
Reinstall windscreen: Seat the windscreen over the
microphone (with arrow on collar facing you), turn it to
the lock indicator on the dosimeter to secure it. Note:
You should feel/hear a click as it is locked in place.
Recording deleted
Recording saved

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OPERATION
Performing a Sample Run
•Charge the battery completely before operating the noise dosimeter.
•Calibration is necessary before and after every sampling operation.
•AcoustiCHEK Class 2 Calibrator Cat. No. 703-002 is required for calibration.
•See Status Icons table for indicators that appear on screen during operation.
Calibrate
1. Turn on NoiseCHEK.
2. Remove the windscreen from the microphone. See Removing/Reinstalling the Windscreen.
3. Attach the AcoustiCHEK Class 2, 114-dB calibrator on the microphone, and turn on the calibrator
by pressing the Power key.
4. Press the Level key to set calibrator to 114 dB (see calibrator operating instructions and
Figure 3). After a 5-second countdown shown on the screen, calibration will take place.
5. When calibration is complete/passed, turn off or remove the calibrator from the microphone.
6. Select OK (press green button) on NoiseCHEK (returns you to Home screen).
7. Reinstall the windscreen. See Removing/Reinstalling the Windscreen.
8. You are ready to sample. See Sample.
Figure 3. Calibration Train and Display
Set to 114 dB
AcoustiCHEK
Calibrator
Power key
Level key

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Sample
•To schedule a timed sample run, see DataTrac dB Software for NoiseCHEK User Manual.
•For details about Auto Lock, see Lock Feature.
1. After successful calibration, from the Home screen press the green button. See below.
Note: Attach the dosimeter to the worker in Step 2 before selecting YES to begin sampling.
2. Attach NoiseCHEK on worker’s shoulder. See Attaching Noise Dosimeter on a Worker.
3. Select YES (press green button) to begin sampling. The run indicator will appear at the top right
of the screen (see below right).
a. To pause sampling, press and hold green button. Select Yes (press green button) to
confirm. The pause indicator appears at top right on the screen. See below. Note: If Auto
Lock is enabled, you will be prompted to enter the four-digit PIN using the buttons on the
dosimeter to select the PIN digits. See Lock Feature. NoiseCHEK will remain powered on
but sampling will stop (timer will not increment further) and data will stop accumulating.
Start sampling.
Confirm start sampling.
Run
indicator
Sample running
Pause
indicator
Sample paused.
While sample is running,
press and hold green button.
Confirm pause.
Enter PIN if required.

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b. To resume sampling, press and hold green button and confirm by selecting YES (press
green button). See below. The timer will continue where it left off, and data will continue to
accumulate.
4. Stop sampling by pressing and holding the red button. Select YES (press green button) to
confirm.Note: If Auto Lock is enabled, you will be prompted to enter the four-digit PIN. See Lock
Feature.
5. Remove the device from the worker’s shoulder. Review sample history or return to Home screen
by pressing the red button or History button.
6. Proceed to Post-calibrate.
Post-calibrate
•Each time NoiseCHEK is calibrated, it displays the calibration values obtained “Before” and
“After” calibration and stores them. For post-calibration, use the “Before” value.
1. See Calibrate, Steps 2 through 6.
2. Review data. See Reviewing Data (History).
Resume sampling.
Confirm resume sampling.
Stop sample run.
Confirm stop.
Enter PIN if required.

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Reviewing Data (History)
The History (data) view (below left) appears after a sample run ends (after post-calibration) and when you
press the History button from the Home screen.
1. View the run data.
a. Use Previous/Next buttons to scroll through and view the run data for each programmed
virtual dosimeter. After viewing the last virtual dosimeter data, you will be prompted to go
to the History list or to return to the Home screen (see below). Select LIST (press green
button) to go to the History list.
OR
b. From the History view of any virtual dosimeter, press the green button.
2. Scroll to the desired sample run and choose SELECT (press green button).
Review data from the History views on the NoiseCHEK device or on your PC using DataTrac dB software
(see Using DataTrac dB Software).
Upload and print summary reports as well as a more detailed report (compliance + time history) from your
PC. Note: All the data needed to comply with OSHA is in the summary report.
Auto Lock
When this feature is activated, the PIN designated in and downloaded from DataTrac dB
software is required to stop or pause sampling but not to start the device. See Using
DataTrac dB Software.
View sample run data
Select list of sample runs
Select run from list

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Using DataTrac dB Software
NoiseCHEK communicates with a PC via SKC Charging Dock 701-002 or 701-003 and DataTrac dB
Software. With DataTrac dB software, you can:
•Program and modify presets in your dosimeter setup including virtual dosimeters, octave band
display, auto lock, and more (Figure 4).
•Schedule sample runs.
•Upload data for viewing and/or generating and sharing summary and compliance reports.
Figure 4. DataTrac dB Setup
When all four virtual dosimeters and octave band data logging are enabled and log
data is set to 1 second, it will take approximately 3 hours (1/3 octave) or 1 hour
(1 octave) to download data accumulated during an 8-hour run. Select log octave
band data and 1 second log interval only if you need and intend to use this kind of
data.

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Install DataTrac dB Software
The NoiseCHEK noise dosimeter communicates with a PC via USB cable and charging dock (1-unit or 5-
unit) and DataTrac dB Software (Figure 5). Connect up to five NoiseCHEK dosimeters in the 5-unit
charging dock to upload settings.
1. Connect charging dock to PC using included USB cable.
2. Download from https://www.skcinc.com/catalog/datatrac/DataTracdB/setup.exe
or copy from USB drive “setup.exe” and install DataTrac dB as instructed.
DataTrac dB will launch automatically.
The DataTrac dB Installer requires administrator
privileges to install properly.
3. Place noise dosimeter(s) in the charging dock to complete the
communication train (Figure 5). Note: DataTrac dB will only
detect dosimeters that are properly seated in the connected
charging dock.
To program and upload settings to your noise dosimeters and download run data to your PC, see
DataTrac dB Software for NoiseCHEK User Manual.
Figure 5. Communication Train

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ACCESSORIES/REPLACEMENT PARTS
Accessories Cat. No.
1-unit Charging Dock, provides charging and connection to PC, requires power
supply, see below 701-002
5-unit Charging Dock, provides charging and connection to PC, requires power
supply, see below 701-003
Power Supply for Charging Docks, 100-240 V 220-600
AcoustiCHEK Calibrator, Class 2, 114 dB 703-002
Replacement Parts Cat. No.
Replacement Windscreen 701-004
Replacement Microphone, ½-inch 701-005
SKC Limited Warranty and Return Policy
SKC products are subject to the SKC Limited Warranty and Return Policy, which provides SKC’s sole liability and the
buyer’s exclusive remedy. To view the complete SKC Limited Warranty and Return Policy, go to
http://www.skcinc.com/warranty.

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APPENDIX: PERFORMANCE PROFILE
Standards
ANSI S1.25 Personal Noise Dosimeters, 2017
IEC61252 Personal Sound Exposure Meter
Microphone
½ inch, Type 2, ACO7052
Noise Measurement Range
80 to 140 dB, peak up to 143 dB
Weighting
A, C, and Z; peak C or Z
Response Time
Fast and slow
Exchange Rate
3, 4, or 5 dB
Virtual Dosimeters
Up to 4, programmable, OSHA HC, OSHA PEL, MSHA HC,
MSHA PEL, ACGIH, or custom
Octave Filters
1/1 or 1/3 octave bands
Run Time
40+ hours
Data Logging
Selectable parameters every 1 second or 60 seconds
Data Storage
36 to 200+ hours depending on configuration
Voice Note
Up to 44 seconds, can be disabled
Audio Recording
Audio recording of event when sound pressure exceeds set
value, can be disabled
Status LEDs
Green, amber, blue, and white LEDs provide visual indication
of dosimeter status from a distance
Security
User-selectable 4-digit PIN can be activated to stop/pause
dosimeter
Connectivity
USB to PC with DataTrac dB Software
Battery
Li-Ion* polymer rechargeable battery, 3.7 V, 1200 mAh
Charge Time
6 to 8 hours
Charging Method
Charging dock, 120-240 Vac, 12 Vdc, 5V USB
Display
Continuously on, TFT monochrome, front lit 1.8 inches
(45.72 mm), 9 lines of user-selectable data for each virtual
dosimeter including: SPL, Lavg, Leq, Dose, Peak, TWA,
projected dose and TWA, and exposure
Operating Temperature
Range
32 to 122 F (0 C to 50 C)
Humidity
Up to 95%, non-condensing
Dimensions
3.9 x 1.9 x 2 inches (99 x 48 x 51 mm)
Weight
4.1 oz (117 gm)
*NoiseCHEK dosimeters are shipped with Li-Ion batteries and are subject to special shipping regulations