Casella CEL CEL-352Plus User Manual

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In a few simple steps, this guide will get you up and
running making noise measurements. We want you to ge

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the best performance from your CEL-35X
and recommend that for advanced information you refer
to the instruction manual.

adge system

Charging

Charge the CEL-35X dB
provided. During charging the red LED will flash. Ensure

dB

adge has enough charge for the required

the
measurement duration by looking at the screen, which wil
show the run time available for the current charge held in
the battery. The LED will turn blue when charging is
complete. Charging from flat will take approximately 90
minutes:

CHARGING

27

adge by using the charger

FULL

Hrs

32

Hrs

Switching the CEL-35X On/Off

Press the Left (‘L’) key to switch the CEL-35X on. The
CEL-35X will run through a start up sequence as shown
below.

CASELLA

CeL-350

he first screen displays the model number and the

firmware version. The next screen shows user defined tex

hich is configured using dB35 software.

V1.01

JOE BLOGGS
CONSULTANTS

CEL-352 displayed on

dB

adge ‘Plus’ model

The dBadge can be switched off by holding down the ‘L’
key for 3 seconds.

23 JUL 05

DISPLAY MODE

ISO

Press ‘L’ to select either ISO
(Europe) or OSHA (USA).
Press ‘R’ to confirm.

Switch on the CEL-110 calibrator. The
automatically recognise a calibration tone is present and
enter the calibration mode, showing the screen below.

dB

adge will

13:45:03

Exposure alarm (Blue LED),

he final screen displays the current time and date. This is

dB

automatically set by the software when the
connected to a PC. It is recommended that prior to usin

dB

adge units for the first time, they are connected to a

the
PC so that the time is set correctly. The dBadge screen will
then display data from the last run. See section on
reviewing measurement data.

Configuring the dBadge

By pressing and holding the right (‘R’) key down during the
start up sequence the configuration menu can be accessed.
Pressing the ‘L’ key will make the changes to the current
settings, and the ‘R’ key will confirm the changes and move
on to the next screen. The screens are shown below, once
the final screen has been confirmed by pressing the ‘R’

dB

button, the

CONTRAST

adge will return to standard operation.

Screen contrast, press ‘L’ to
adjust, ‘R’ to confirm
changes.

Menu language, press ‘L’ to
change and ‘R’ to confirm.

adge is

CLEAR MEMORY

NO

If the memory is to be cleared, a second screen appears
for confirmation. Change the option to ‘Yes’ by pressin
the ‘L’ key, then press ‘R’ to confirm deletion.

Fitting and Removing the Windshield

It is recommended the windshield is fitted to the dBadge
unit when in use. This provides protection and will
prevent air movement from affecting the measurements.

hen fitting or removing the windshield always hold the
black plastic ring at the base of the windshield. Locate the
tabs into the holes then gently twist clockwise to lock.
For calibration of the
calibrator, the windshield will need to be removed.
Simply twist the black plastic ring at the base of the

indshield anticlockwise then lift the windshield off.
DO NOT use the foam to twist the windshield on and
off.

press ‘L’ to enable or disable.
Press ‘R’ to confirm. Refer to
manual for details.

llows the memory to be
cleared, press ‘L’ to change
display to ‘Yes’, then press
‘R’ to confirm.

dB

adge with a CEL-110 acoustic

Calibration

To calibrate the dBadge, place the CEL-110 acoustic
calibrator over the microphone as shown below. Be

dB

careful to push the calibrator straight onto the

ithout twisting, this ensures the screw on microphone is

not loosened or over tightened.

adge

Press the ‘R’ key to confirm that you wish to calibrate. The

dB

adge will take a few seconds to automatically adjust to

the required level of 114.0dB.

CALIBRATING

Once calibration is completed a ‘CAL OK’ message wil

dB

appear. The
level then returns to the default screens.

adge stores the calibration date, time and

CAL. OK

114.0

dB,

Starting a Measurement

o start a measurement, press and hold both keys for 3
seconds. During a measurement run the symbol wil
be displayed in the top left of the screen to show a
measurement is being taken.

Press

For advice on fitting the
refer to manual.

dB

adge to an individual, please

Press

Introduction

In a few simple steps, this guide will get you up and
running making noise measurements. We want you to ge
the best performance from your CEL-35X
and recommend that for advanced information you refer
to the instruction manual.

dB

Charging

Charge the CEL-35X dB
provided. During charging the red LED will flash. Ensure

dB

adge has enough charge for the required

the
measurement duration by looking at the screen, which wil
show the run time available for the current charge held in
the battery. The LED will turn blue when charging is
complete. Charging from flat will take approximately 90
minutes:

CHARGING

27

adge by using the charger

FULL

Hrs

Switching the CEL-35X On/Off

Press the Left (‘L’) key to switch the CEL-35X on. The
CEL-35X will run through a start up sequence as shown
below.

CASELLA

CeL-350

he first screen displays the model number and the

firmware version. The next screen shows user defined tex

hich is configured using dB35 software.

V1.01

JOE BLOGGS
CONSULTANTS

CEL-352 displayed on

dB

adge ‘Plus’ model

adge system

32

Hrs

The dBadge can be switched off by holding down the ‘L’
key for 3 seconds.

23 JUL 05

DISPLAY MODE

ISO

Press ‘L’ to select either ISO
(Europe) or OSHA (USA).
Press ‘R’ to confirm.

Switch on the CEL-110 calibrator. The
automatically recognise a calibration tone is present and
enter the calibration mode, showing the screen below.

dB

adge will

13:45:03

Exposure alarm (Blue LED),

he final screen displays the current time and date. This is

dB

automatically set by the software when the
connected to a PC. It is recommended that prior to usin

dB

adge units for the first time, they are connected to a

the
PC so that the time is set correctly. The
then display data from the last run. See section on
reviewing measurement data.

dB

Configuring the dBadge

By pressing and holding the right (‘R’) key down during the
start up sequence the configuration menu can be accessed.
Pressing the ‘L’ key will make the changes to the current
settings, and the ‘R’ key will confirm the changes and move
on to the next screen. The screens are shown below, once
the final screen has been confirmed by pressing the ‘R’

dB

button, the

CONTRAST

adge will return to standard operation.

Screen contrast, press ‘L’ to
adjust, ‘R’ to confirm
changes.

Menu language, press ‘L’ to
change and ‘R’ to confirm.

adge is

adge screen will

CLEAR MEMORY

NO

If the memory is to be cleared, a second screen appears
for confirmation. Change the option to ‘Yes’ by pressin
the ‘L’ key, then press ‘R’ to confirm deletion.

Fitting and Removing the Windshield

It is recommended the windshield is fitted to the dBadge
unit when in use. This provides protection and will
prevent air movement from affecting the measurements.

hen fitting or removing the windshield always hold the
black plastic ring at the base of the windshield. Locate the
tabs into the holes then gently twist clockwise to lock.
For calibration of the
calibrator, the windshield will need to be removed.
Simply twist the black plastic ring at the base of the

indshield anticlockwise then lift the windshield off.
DO NOT use the foam to twist the windshield on and
off.

press ‘L’ to enable or disable.
Press ‘R’ to confirm. Refer to
manual for details.

llows the memory to be
cleared, press ‘L’ to change
display to ‘Yes’, then press
‘R’ to confirm.

dB

adge with a CEL-110 acoustic

Calibration

To calibrate the dBadge, place the CEL-110 acoustic
calibrator over the microphone as shown below. Be

dB

careful to push the calibrator straight onto the

ithout twisting, this ensures the screw on microphone is

not loosened or over tightened.

adge

Press the ‘R’ key to confirm that you wish to calibrate. The

dB

adge will take a few seconds to automatically adjust to

the required level of 114.0dB.

CALIBRATING

Once calibration is completed a ‘CAL OK’ message will

dB

appear. The
level then returns to the default screens.

adge stores the calibration date, time and

CAL. OK

114.0

dB,

Starting a Measurement

o start a measurement, press and hold both keys for 3
seconds. During a measurement run the symbol will
be displayed in the top left of the screen to show a
measurement is being taken.

Press

For advice on fitting the
refer to manual.

dB

adge to an individual, please

Press

A

W

W

A

W

The screen will then cycle between the dB level and

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T

W

A

W

W

A

W

W

A

T

T

W

duration and the memory/battery status.

15

MEMORY

145

Hrs

Hrs

LAF 112.3

dB

DUR 07:45:12

Locking the Keys

Keys can be locked during a measurement run to prevent
tampering and also to prevent dB levels being displayed.

hilst holding the ‘R’ key down, press the ‘L’ key 3 times

to lock the keys.

padlock symbol appears on screen, as shown below.

DURA TION

07:55:12

o unlock the keys simply repeat the procedure described

above.

Stopping a Measurement

o stop the measurement, hold both keys down for 3

seconds until the symbol disappears. Once stopped,

dB

adge will display the data from the last measurement

the
run.

Reviewing Measurement Data

hen the dBadge is not measuring, the screen will cycle
through data from the previous measurement run. The
data displayed will depend on the configuration of the

dBadge, either ISO or OSHA data. The data shown is
displayed below. By pressing the ‘R’ key on any of these
screens, the display will freeze for 5 seconds before
resuming.

Items outlined in red available on CEL-352 dBadge ‘Plus’
only.

Downloading Data to PC

Ensure the infra-red download adaptor (193200B) is
connected to the USB port of your PC Start the dB35
software on the PC, then hold the infra-red port on the

dB

adge facing, and near to the infra-red adaptor.

Infra-red
Port

dB

dB35 will detect when a
automatically download the unit’s data to your PC, clear
the memory and reset the time on the

adge is within range, and will

dB

adge.

Error Messages

If any error messages occur during the procedures
described in this field guide, please refer to the
troubleshooting section in the instruction manual for the

dB

adge.

flashing red LED will indicate either a low battery or

memory.

Mounting Clips

Please refer to main manual for changing dBadge clips as
placing the incorrect screw in the hole can cause damage to

dB

adge.

the

Casella CEL

Regent House,

olseley Road,
Kempston,
Bedford,
MK42 7JY,
United Kingdom,
Phone: [phone],
Fax: [phone],
E-mail: [e-mail]

eb: www.casellacel.com

Casella USA

17 Old Nashua Road #15,

mherst,
NH 03031,
U.S.A.
Toll Free: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

eb: www.casellaUSA.com

CEL-35X

HB3324-04

August 2008

www.casellacel.com Think Environment Think Casella

dB

adge

FIELD GUIDE for CEL-35X dBadge
Personal Noise Exposure Meter

Mounting
Clip

Left (‘L’)
Key

Red and
Blue Status
LEDs

Mounting
Clip

The CEL-35X dBadge consists of the instrument body,
microphone, windshield and mounting kit. The CEL-35X
represents either the CEL-350

dB

adge ‘Plus’.

www.casellacel.com Think Environment Think Casella

Windshield

Consult main manual for

safety information on using

dB

Right (‘R’)
Key

Display

Intrinsically Safe models

adge or the CEL-352

The screen will then cycle between the dB level and
duration and the memory/battery status.

15

MEMORY

145

Hrs

Hrs

LAF 112.3
DUR 07:45:12

Locking the Keys

Keys can be locked during a measurement run to prevent
tampering and also to prevent dB levels being displayed.

hilst holding the ‘R’ key down, press the ‘L’ key 3 times

to lock the keys.

padlock symbol appears on screen, as shown below.

DURA TION

07:55:12

o unlock the keys simply repeat the procedure described

above.

Stopping a Measurement

o stop the measurement, hold both keys down for 3

seconds until the symbol disappears. Once stopped,

dB

adge will display the data from the last measurement

the
run.

Reviewing Measurement Data

hen the dBadge is not measuring, the screen will cycle
through data from the previous measurement run. The
data displayed will depend on the configuration of the

dBadge, either ISO or OSHA data. The data shown is
displayed below. By pressing the ‘R’ key on any of these
screens, the display will freeze for 5 seconds before
resuming.

dB

Items outlined in red available on CEL-352 dBadge ‘Plus’
only.

Downloading Data to PC

Ensure the infra-red download adaptor (193200B) is
connected to the USB port of your PC Start the dB35
software on the PC, then hold the infra-red port on the

dB

adge facing, and near to the infra-red adaptor.

Infra-red
Port

dB35 will detect when a dBadge is within range, and will
automatically download the unit’s data to your PC, clear

dB

the memory and reset the time on the

adge.

Error Messages

If any error messages occur during the procedures
described in this field guide, please refer to the
troubleshooting section in the instruction manual for the

dB

adge.

flashing red LED will indicate either a low battery or

memory.

Mounting Clips

Please refer to main manual for changing dBadge clips as
placing the incorrect screw in the hole can cause damage to

dB

adge.

the

Casella CEL

Regent House,

olseley Road,
Kempston,
Bedford,
MK42 7JY,
United Kingdom,
Phone: [phone],
Fax: [phone],
E-mail: [e-mail]

eb: www.casellacel.com

Casella USA

17 Old Nashua Road #15,

mherst,
NH 03031,
U.S.A.
Toll Free: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

eb: www.casellaUSA.com

CEL-35X

HB3324-04

August 2008

www.casellacel.com Think Environment Think Casella

dB

adge

FIELD GUIDE for CEL-35X dBadge
Personal Noise Exposure Meter

Mounting
Clip

Left (‘L’)
Key

Red and
Blue Status
LEDs

Mounting
Clip

The CEL-35X dBadge consists of the instrument body,
microphone, windshield and mounting kit. The CEL-35X
represents either the CEL-350

dB

adge ‘Plus’.

www.casellacel.com Think Environment Think Casella

Windshield

Consult main manual for

safety information on using

dB

Right (‘R’)
Key

Display

Intrinsically Safe models

adge or the CEL-352