Quick start guide

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Sound metering Display • DMS-V1
User manual
This manual contains important information on the safe operation of the device.
Read and follow the safety advice and instructions given. Retain the manual for future
reference. If you pass on the device please include this manual.
For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials
have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling. Ensure that plastic
bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of. Do not just dispose of these ma-
terials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are collected
for recycling. Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging.
This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
Directive (WEEE) in its currently valid version. Do not dispose of your old device
with your normal household waste. Dispose of this product through an approved
waste disposal rm or through your local waste facility. Comply with the rules and
regulations that apply in your country. If in doubt, consult your local waste dispos-
al facility.
Controls and functions
1. Connect the measuring microphone to the display device via the XLR socket.
2. Align the measuring microphone towards the sound source to be measured.
3. Connect the plug of the power supply cable to the DC IN socket on the display
device. Connect the AC adapter to a properly wired electrical outlet. The device
is ready for operation and displays the measured sound pressure level in the
selected unit.
4. If a computer is to display the measured values or if you want to congure the
device, the supplied software must be used.
5. Install the supplied software DMS-V1 Panel on a computer with Windows operat-
ing system and connect the device to a USB port of the computer. The following
window then appears:
If the USB connection is recognized, "Connected" appears in the top right of the
display, otherwise "Disconnected". The display shows the current sound pressure
level in the selected unit, the display below works in the style of an LED VU
meter.
6. Using the software, you can, amongst others, set a decibel limit (Alarm Thresh-
old) from which onwards the display appears in red. You can also select the
desired unit: dB (A), dB or dB (C).
7. The following parameters can be congured:
• VU Refresh Time – Adjustment of the VU LED display's response time
• Microphone oset (Mic Oset) – Adjustment of the microphone signal level
• Alarm Threshold – If the threshold is exceeded, the exceeded value of the
VU LED display is shown in red.
• Automatic Detection of ambient light for brightness setting
• Manual brightness adjustment of the numerical display (Brightness Number)
• Manual brightness adjustment of the VU LEDs (Brightness VU)
• Re-evaluation of the decibel value (Alarm Reset) – If the alarm threshold is
activated, the time after which the decibel value is to be re-evaluated can be
set here.
Safety instructions
Intended use
This device is used to measure and display sound pressure levels. Any other use or
use under other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may result
in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages re-
sulting from improper use.
Danger for children
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are
not within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard! Ensure
that children do not detach any small parts from the product. They could
swallow the pieces and choke! Never let children unattended use electri-
cal devices.
Where to use the product
Never use the product
• in conditions of extreme temperature or humidity
• in extremely dusty or dirty areas
• at locations where the unit can become wet
General handling
• To prevent damage, never use force when handling the product.
• Never immerse the product in water. Just wipe it with a clean dry cloth. Do not
use liquid cleaners such as benzene, thinners or ammable cleaning agents.
• Disconnect the device from the mains power supply when it is not in use.
Keep foreign substances from the unit!
Keep the device away from containers with liquids. Should any liquid get into the
unit, this could lead to its destruction, re or electric shock. Be sure not to let any
metal objects into the unit.
Features
• Level display in dBA or dBC
• Easy-to-read display thanks to two-colour LEDs
• Standalone operation or conguration and monitoring via the supplied PC
software
• XLR mic input for included measuring microphone with 210 cm XLR cable
• USB-B port
• External 24V /1A plug-in power supply
• Measurement according to IEC-61672-1 class 2 standard
• Dimensions (W×H×D) 130 mm×64mm×276 mm
Display device
Power supply
Measuring mic
• Display duration of the decibel value (Alarm Show Time) – If the alarm threshold
is activated, the period for which the exceeded decibel value is displayed can be
set here.
• Self-check (Self Check)
• Save parameter (Save Parameter)
• Reset parameter to factory setting (Default Parameter)