Pce Instruments Pce428 Outdoor Condition Monitoring Sound Level Meter User Manual

PCE Instruments PCE428 Outdoor Condition Monitoring Sound Level Meter

Safety notes

Please read this manual carefully and completely before you use the device for the first time. The device may only be used by qualified personnel and repaired by PCE Instruments personnel. Damage or injuries caused by non-observance of the manual are excluded from our liability and not covered by our warranty.

• The device must only be used as described in this instruction manual. If used otherwise, this can cause dangerous situations for the user and damage to the meter.
• The instrument may only be used if the environmental conditions (temperature, relative humidity, …) are within the ranges stated in the technical specifications. Do not expose the device to extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, extreme humidity, or moisture.
• Do not expose the device to shocks or strong vibrations.
• The case should only be opened by qualified PCE Instruments personnel.
• Never use the instrument when your hands are wet.
• You must not make any technical changes to the device.
• The appliance should only be cleaned with a damp cloth. Use only pH-neutral cleaner, no abrasives or solvents.
• The device must only be used with accessories from PCE Instruments or equivalent.
• Before each use, inspect the case for visible damage. If any damage is visible, do not use the device.
• Do not use the instrument in explosive atmospheres.
• The measurement range as stated in the specifications must not be exceeded under any circumstances.
• Non-observance of the safety notes can cause damage to the device and injuries to the user.
• Remove the batteries when the meter is not used for more than 60 days.
• Turn off the meter when not in use.

We do not assume liability for printing errors or any other mistakes in this manual. We expressly point to our general guarantee terms which can be found in our general terms of business. If you have any questions please contact PCE Instruments. The contact details can be found at the end of this manual.

Introduction

The kit for outdoor noise measurement PCE-4xx-EKIT is combinable with the noise meters PCE-428, 430, and PCE-432. This outdoor kit makes it possible to measure outdoor noise with an SPL level meter over a longer period of time. The environmental noise monitoring system comes in a waterproof Peli carrying case with rollers. A charger and two additional lead gel batteries are installed in this case, which allows operation for up to 10 days. During the outdoor noise measurement, the case can remain closed. Due to the external connections for the microphone and the power supply, all electronic components are protected from water.

Delivery contents

• 1 x Outdoor Sound Monitor Kit PCE-4xx-EKIT
• 1 x Waterproof PELI transport case
• 1 x Wind and rain protection for a microphone of the PCE-4xx series
• 1 x Charger for internal batteries
• 2 x 12 V lead gel batteries
• 1 x Tripod
• 1 x 2 m / 6ft 6″ microphone cable
• 1 x Connection cable for power supply 110 V / 230 V (optional Schuko or US connection)

Specifications

Device description

Installing the measuring system

First, unfold the tripod. Then guide the measurement signal cable through the microphone holder. Now connect the microphone to the measurement signal cable and screw the microphone onto its holder. Then screw the microphone holder onto the tripod. Use the measurement signal input to connect the measurement signal cable to the measuring case. Finally, connect the measuring cable and the power supply cable to your sound level meter in the case.

Note:
Always ensure the vertical position of the microphone. Otherwise, damage through weathering may occur.

Recharging the batteries

There are two methods to charge the batteries.

First method
If you wish to charge the batteries with the charger directly installed in the case, connect the charger to the voltage supply and to the battery supply within the case. Connect the included supply cable outside the measuring case.

Second method
When the temperature within the measuring case could possibly exceed 50 °C, it is recommended to use the charging method with the charger outside the case to avoid overheating which can cause the charger to turn off automatically. Connect the charger to the charger port outside the measuring case. Now connect the included supply cable to the charger directly.

The different shapes of the plugs do not allow for incorrect connection of the charger.

Warranty

You can read our warranty terms in our General Business Terms which you can find here: https://www.pce-instruments.com/english/terms.

Disposal

For the disposal of batteries in the EU, the 2006/66/EC directive of the European Parliament applies. Due to the contained pollutants, batteries must not be disposed of as household waste. They must be given to collection points designed for that purpose. In order to comply with the EU directive 2012/19/EU we take our devices back. We either re-use them or give them to a recycling company that disposes of the devices in line with the law. For countries outside the EU, batteries, and devices should be disposed of in accordance with your local waste regulations.

If you have any questions, please contact PCE Instruments.

www.pce-instruments.com.

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