Trotec BS06 User manual

BS06
OPERATING MANUAL
DIGITAL SOUND LEVEL
METER
EN
TRT-BA-BS06-TC-001-EN

1Operating Manual – Digital sound level meter BS06 EN
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Danger!
Warns of a hazard which can lead to injuries.
Caution!
Warns of a hazard which can lead to damage to property.
The current version of the operating manual can be found at:
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The only party responsible for determining measured results to be
valid, drawing conclusions and deriving actions is the user!
TROTEC® accepts no claims of warranty for the correctness of
the determined measured values or measured results. Further,
TROTEC®accepts no liability whatsoever for possible mistakes or
damage which have been caused by utilising the determined
measured results. © TROTEC®
Description of the device
By use of the digital sound level meter the sound level can be
measured in dBA in real time.
Further available for the assessment of the measurements is a
Min/Max function.
The display illumination automatically adjusts to the ambient light
conditions.
When not in use, an automatic switch-off saves the battery.
Device depiction
Table of contents
Notes regarding the operating manual .................................... 1
Information about the device................................................... 1
Technical data ........................................................................ 2
Safety ..................................................................................... 2
Transport and storage............................................................. 3
Operation................................................................................ 3
Maintenance and repair .......................................................... 4
Disposal.................................................................................. 4
Declaration of conformity ........................................................ 4
Notes regarding the operating manual
Information about the device
No. Operating element
1 Microphone with wind shield
2 MAX/MIN button
3 Tripod thread
4 Battery compartment with cover
5 Display
6 Light sensor
7On/Offkey
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5
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Scope of delivery
• 1 x Digital sound level meter BS06
•1x9Vbattery
• 1 x Wind shield for microphone
• 1 x Getting started guide
Carefully read the operating manual before using the device
and keep it within reach!
• Do not use the device in atmospheres containing oil, sulphur,
chlorine or salt.
• Protect the device from permanent direct sunlight.
• Do not remove any safety signs, stickers or labels from the
device. Keep all safety signs, stickers and labels in legible
condition.
• Observe the storage and operating conditions (see chapter
Technical data).
Intended use
Only use the device for sound level measurements within the
measuring range specified in the technical data.
To use the device for its intended use, only use accessories and
spare parts which have been approved by TROTEC®.
Improper use
Do not use the device in potentially explosive atmospheres, for
measurements in liquids and at live parts. TROTEC®accepts no
liability for damages resulting from improper use. In such a case,
entitlements to a warranty are forfeited. Any unauthorised
modifications, alterations or structural changes to the device are
forbidden.
Personnel qualifications
People who use this device must:
• have read and understood the operating manual, especially
the Safety chapter.
No. Display element
8 Indication of the minimum value
9 dBA indication
10 Measurement value display
11 Indication of the maximum value
Technical data
Model: BS06
Weight: 140 g
Dimensions (H x W x D): 132 mm x 56 mm x 33 mm
Measuring range: 30 to 130 dBA (31.5 Hz to 8 kHz)
Accuracy: ± 3.5 dB (at 1 kHz and 94 dB)
Measuring range resolution: 0.1 dB
Time weighting: 125 ms
Microphone: 1/2 inch Electret condenser microphone
Operating temperature: 0 to 40 °C with 10 to 75 % RH
Operating altitude: max. 2000 m
Storage temperature: -10 to 60 °C
Power supply: 1 x Alkaline 9 V battery
Battery life approx. 5000 to 8000
measurements
Automatic switch-off of the
device: After approx. 15 minutes of non-use
MAX MIN
dBA
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Safety

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Residual risks
Danger!
Ensure sufficient ear protection when there are sources of
loud sound. There is a danger of hearing damage.
Danger!
Do not leave the packaging lying around. Children may
use it as a dangerous toy.
Danger!
The device is not a toy and does not belong in the hands
of children.
Danger!
Dangers can occur at the device when it is used by
untrained people in an unprofessional or improper way.
Observe the personnel qualifications.
Caution!
To prevent damages to the device, do not expose it to
extreme temperatures, extreme humidity or moisture.
Caution!
Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents to clean the
device.
Transport
For transporting the device use a suitable bag to protect it from
external influences.
Storage
When the device is not being used, observe the following storage
conditions:
•dry,
• protected from dust and direct sunlight,
• with a plastic cover to protect it from invasive dust, if
necessary.
• The storage temperature is the same as the range given in
the chapter Technical data.
• When storing the device for a long time, remove the batteries.
Inserting the battery
• Insert the supplied battery before first use.
Caution!
Make certain that the surface of the device is dry and the
device is switched off.
1. Remove the cover (12) from the device by sliding it in the
direction of the arrow.
2. Use the battery clip (13) to connect the new battery with
correct polarity.
3. Slide the cover (12) back on the device.
Switch-on and measurements
1. Press the On/Off key (7).
– The display is switched on and the device is ready for
operation.
– In case of poor lighting conditions the display illumination
switches on automatically. The display illumination is
controlled by the sensor (6).
2. Point the device with the microphone end directly toward the
sound source.
– Reach out as far as possible to hold the device away from
your body or mount it to a tripod via the tripod thread (3).
This helps to avoid foreign influences during the sound
measurement.
– If it is windy (> 10 m/s) use the supplied wind shield so as
not to falsify the measured value.
– The measured value will be displayed in dBA.
Note:
Note that moving from a cold area to a warm area can lead to
condensation forming on the device's circuit board. This physical
and unavoidable effect can falsify the measurement. In this case,
the display shows either no measured values or they are
incorrect. Wait a few minutes until the device has become
adjusted to the changed conditions before carrying out a
measurement.
Transport and storage
Operation
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Please note that the measurement of a sound source always has
to be carried out directly. There must be no objects or persons
located in between the microphone and the sound source, unless
their influence on the sound intensity is to be measured on
purpose as well.
MAX/MIN function
By use of the MAX/MIN function you can either read the highest
or the lowest value.
1. Press the MAX/MIN button (2).
– The indication MAX (11) appears on the display.
– The display now indicates the highest sound level
measured since the device was switched on.
2. Press the MAX/MIN button (2) again.
– The indication MIN (8) appears on the display.
– The display now indicates the lowest sound level measured
since the device was switched on.
3. Press the MAX/MIN button (2) for 2 seconds.
– The MAX/MIN function is deactivated and the current
measured value is displayed.
Switch-off
The device comes equipped with an automatic switch-off
function. After 15 minutes of non-use the device switches off
automatically.
• Press the On/Off key (7).
– The device will be switched off.
– The MAX and MIN values are reset.
Battery change
A battery change is required, when the displayed values are
difficult to read or the device can no longer be switched on. See
Inserting the battery on page 3.
Cleaning
Clean the device with a soft, damp and lint-free cloth. Ensure that
no moisture enters the housing. Do not use any sprays, solvents,
alcohol-based cleaning agents or abrasive cleaners. Only use
clean water to moisten the cloth.
Repair
Do not modify the device. Never open the device housing or install
any spare parts. For repairs or device testing, contact the
manufacturer.
In the European Union, electronic equipment must not
be treated as domestic waste, but must be disposed of
professionally in accordance with Directive
2002/96/EC of the European Parliament and Council of
27th January 2003 concerning old electrical and electronic
equipment. At the end of its life, please dispose of this instrument
in a manner appropriate to the relevant legal requirements.
in accordance with the EC Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC and
the EC Directive 2004/108/EC about electromagnetic
compatibility.
Herewith, we declare that the digital sound level meter BS06 was
developed, constructed and produced in compliance with the
named EC directives.
The marking is found on the rear of the device.
Manufacturer:
Trotec GmbH & Co. KG
Grebbener Straße 7
D-52525 Heinsberg
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
Heinsberg, 31/03/2014
Managing Director: Detlef von der Lieck
Maintenance and repair
Disposal
Declaration of conformity

TROTEC GmbH & Co. KG
Grebbener Str. 7
52525 Heinsberg
Deutschland
[phone]
[phone]
[e-mail]
www.trotec.com