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CR:120A doseBadge5
Noise Dosimeter
User Manual
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Introduction....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Information, Safety & Warnings .................................................................................................................................................................. 7
Getting to know the doseBadge5 ............................................................................................................................................................... 8
The CR:120A doseBadge5 ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 8
The RC:120A dBConnect ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 9
The CU:120A doseBadge5 Dock ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 10
Quick start .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Charging the doseBadge5.............................................................................................................................................................................. 12
Connecting to the doseBadge5 .................................................................................................................................................................. 13
Connecting to the NoiseTools software ............................................................................................................................................................................. 13
Connecting to the RC:120A dBConnect ............................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Connecting to the dBLink App .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 13
Configuring the doseBadge5 ........................................................................................................................................................................ 14
Configuration overview ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 14
Integrator settings ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 14
Octave Band Filters .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Configuring via NoiseTools ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
Configuring via the dBLink App ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 23
Clearing the memory .................................................................................................................................................................................... 24
Calibrating the doseBadge5 ......................................................................................................................................................................... 24
Setting the calibration level ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 24
Removing the windshield ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 24
Connecting the acoustic calibrator ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 25
Post-measurement calibration ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 27
Attaching & removing the doseBadge5 ................................................................................................................................................... 28
Where to position the doseBadge5 ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 28
Starting a measurement ............................................................................................................................................................................... 29
Scheduled measurements ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 29
Starting a measurement with NoiseTools .......................................................................................................................................................................... 29
Starting a measurement with the RC:120A dBConnect ............................................................................................................................................... 30
Starting a measurement with the dBLink App ................................................................................................................................................................. 30
Measurement running indication ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 31
Pausing a measurement ................................................................................................................................................................................. 31
Pausing a measurement with the RC:120A dBConnect ................................................................................................................................................. 31
Pausing a measurement with the dBLink App ................................................................................................................................................................... 31
Using scheduled measurements .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 32
Pause indication ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 32
Mid-shift readings .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 32
Using the RC:120A dBConnect .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 32
Using the dBLink App ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 33
Stopping a measurement ............................................................................................................................................................................ 34
Stopping a measurement with NoiseTools ....................................................................................................................................................................... 34
Stopping a measurement with the RC:120A dBConnect ............................................................................................................................................ 34
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Stopping a measurement with the dBLink App .............................................................................................................................................................. 34
Scheduled measurements ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 35
Downloading measurements ...................................................................................................................................................................... 35
Downloading to NoiseTools ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 35
Viewing measurements with the dBLink App ................................................................................................................................................................... 38
Viewing measurements on the RC:120A dBConnect .................................................................................................................................................... 38
Storing & transport instruments ............................................................................................................................................................... 39
Transport Mode ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 39
Configuring scheduled measurements ..................................................................................................................................................... 41
Adding a timed measurement.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 41
Adding a pause to the measurement .................................................................................................................................................................................... 42
Example configurations for the scheduled measurements ...................................................................................................................................... 42
The RC:120A dBConnect .............................................................................................................................................................................. 45
Switching on the RC:120A dBConnect .................................................................................................................................................................................. 45
Connecting to a doseBadge5 ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 45
Controlling the doseBadge5 with the RC:120A dBConnect ....................................................................................................................................... 46
RC:120A dBConnect settings ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 53
Replacing the batteries ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 54
Factory Reset ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 54
The dBLink App ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 55
Connecting to the doseBadge5 ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 55
Configuring the doseBadge5 ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 56
Starting a measurement ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 58
Mid-shift readings ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 59
Pausing a measurement ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 60
Stopping a measurement .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 61
Viewing measurements .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 61
Clearing the memory ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 62
Specifications .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 63
Applicable Standards...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 63
Measurement Range (Typical) ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 63
Visual Indication of Status ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 63
Measurement Functions ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 63
Configuration Options .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 64
Measurement Control ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 65
Shock/Tamper Sensor ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 65
Calibration ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 65
Memory ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 65
Power ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 65
Communication ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 66
Weight & Dimensions .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 66
Temperature ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 66
Humidity ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 67
Software ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 67
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CR:51x Acoustic Calibrator .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 67
Safety Information for the CU:120A Dock ............................................................................................................................................. 67
Glossary of Terms .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 68
Preset Integrator Settings ........................................................................................................................................................................... 68
Support & Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................................................................ 69
LED Indicators on the doseBadge5 ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 69
Resetting the doseBadge5 ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 70
Calibration failure .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 71
Declarations ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 72
CE Declaration of Conformity .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 72
Bluetooth® Connectivity ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 73
FCC/Industry Canada ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 73
Product Guarantee & Extended Warranty ............................................................................................................................................. 74
Cirrus Research Offices ................................................................................................................................................................................ 76
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Introduction
The doseBadge5 is the result over 20 year’s development of the original doseBadge concept and maintains the
unique features of the doseBadge including:
• No cables, controls or display
• Simple setup, deployment & data download
• Robust, rugged design with a secure, internal microphone capsule.
The doseBadge
5
advances the concept with a range of new functions & features including:
• LCeq - LAeq measurements for HML (C-A)
• 1:1 octave band filters (63Hz to 8kHz)
• Storage of multiple measurements with
Up to 80 hours of Time History Data (6 Channels)
Up to 40 individual measurements
• 1 second data logging of all integrators, peak channels & 1:1 octave band filters (where fitted)
• Scheduled, automatic timed measurements with daily timers
• Remote communication to the dBLink App (Android & iOS) and the doseBadge
5
RC:120A dBConnect
View measurements & configure the doseBadge5 with the dBLink App for mobile devices
• Tap sensor to protect your measurements from external impacts
• Up to 4 simultaneous integrators & 2 peak channels
• Allocate doseBadge
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instruments to individual users to track measurements easily & effectively
• Internal microphone with automatic calibration
• Visual indication of Dose exceedence with user defined levels
• 60dB to 143dB measurement range
The doseBadge
5
has been designed to allow noise exposure measurements to be made in accordance with a
wide range of standards, regulations and guidelines such as:
• CFR 1910.95 Occupational Noise Exposure
• ISO 9612:2009 Acoustics – Determination of occupational noise exposure – Engineering method
• HSE Document L108 Controlling Noise at Work – Guidance on Regulations
The doseBadge
5
is capable of measuring up to 4 simultaneous integrators and 2 Peak channels at the same time
with data logging available for all channels and so can be configured to meet any combination of occupational
noise standards.
Where the CR:120A has the octave band filters enabled, the instrument will measure and store the overall
unweighted Leq for each octave band (31Hz to 8kHz) as well a time history, or noise profile, for each band
throughout the measurement.
Quick settings can be applied through the NoiseTools software to enable the appropriate channels and settings
for a number of pre-set configurations which makes deployment of the doseBadge
5
quick and straight forward.
In addition to the pre-set configurations, users can create custom settings to meet specific applications or as
regulations change.
The doseBadge5 uses Bluetooth® connectivity to either the RC:120A dBConnect or to the dBLink App (which is
available for Android and iOS devices). This allows measurements to be controlled and data viewed without
having to disturb or interrupt the worker.
In addition to the remote connectivity, measurements can be controlled via the NoiseTools software (when
units are attached to the CU:120A Dock) or by using the scheduled timers.
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Information, Safety & Warnings
This product is
not approved
for intrinsically safe operation and must not be used in
hazardous areas or zones.
The CR:120A doseBadge5, RC:120A dBConnect and CU:120A Dock contain no user
serviceable parts.
Do not open the product case as this will invalidate the product warranty and may cause
damage to the instrument.
Replacement of the battery in the CR:120A doseBadge5 must only be carried out by
authorised service personnel.
The normal operation of the CR:120A doseBadge
5
is with the windshield attached.
The materials used in the CR:120A doseBadge5, RC:120A dBConnect and CU:120A Dock
should only be cleaned using a damp cloth. Do not use solvent or chemical based
cleaners.
When the Bluetooth® communication is enabled, care must be taken to avoid
interference with sensitive electronic equipment, for example in safety critical areas,
aviation or medical environments.
The CU:120A Dock contains small (<1cm3) Neodymium & Samarium Cobalt magnets that
are used to secure the CR:120A doseBadge5 units to the Dock.
Keep a safe distance (50mm+) between the magnets and all objects that can be damaged
by magnetism. These include mechanical watches, heart pacemakers, CRT monitors, credit
cards and magnetically stored media. See page 67 for more information.
The doseBadge5 is shipped with the 1:1 Octave Band Filter option disabled. This must be
enabled before the octave band filters will measure and store data. Please see page
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Getting to know the doseBadge5
The CR:120A doseBadge
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The CR:120A doseBadge5 is supplied complete with a windshield (which is secured to the carrier) and mounting
clips to attach the instrument to a person whose noise exposure is to be measured.
Windshield & carrier
Status indicators
Mounting clips
Battery charging
terminals (underside)
Microphone
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Each doseBadge5 instrument is identified by a unique serial number that is shown on the information plate on
the underside of the instrument.
The RC:120A dBConnect
The RC:120A dBConnect is supplied with a wrist strap and 2 x AAA/LR03 batteries. The battery compartment is
on the back on the unit along with the serial number and compliance information.
Wrist strap
Battery compartment
(on the rear)
Keypad
Display
Battery charging & USB connections
Serial Number
Standards & compliance information
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The CU:120A doseBadge5 Dock
The CU:120A doseBadge5 Dock is supplied used with the CU:196A Mains Power Supply and a standard USB cable
(Type A to Type B).
There are 5 slots, each of which can accommodate a CR:120A doseBadge
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instrument. All of the slots provide
charging and download functions.
The serial number of the Dock is shown on the label on the underside.
USB connection to PC
Power input from
CU:196A
Slots for CR:120A doseBadge
5
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Quick start
Step Action Optional actions See page
1 Charge the doseBadge5 12
2
Clear the memory 24
3
Configure the integrators & peak channels
Check the configuration 14
4
Program scheduled timers 15
Allocate instruments to a person,
place or project
17
Enable or disable the octave band filters
Octave Band
Mode23
5 Calibrate the doseBadge5 24
6
Attach to the worker
27
7 Start the measurement 28
8 Pause the measurement 30
9 View mid-shift readings 32
10 Stop the measurement 33
11 Remove from the worker 27
12 Check the calibration 24
13 Download the measurement data 35
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Charging the doseBadge5
The doseBadge5 is charged using the CU:120A doseBadge5 Dock.
The doseBadge
5
instruments are intelligent and the store information about the amount of charge that has
been put into and taken out of the batteries. This allows the instrument to maintain optimum battery
performance for as long as possible.
The CU:120A Dock allows up to five CR:120A instruments to be charged at the same time and also allows
measurements to be downloaded to the NoiseTools software via the USB connection.
Typically, the CU:120A Dock will charge a doseBadge
5
from flat in around 3 hours.
Connect the CU:196A mains power supply to the power socket on the Dock and to a suitable supply. The Green
LED on the Dock will indicate that power is connected.
The USB connection is used to download measurements from the connected instruments to the NoiseTools
software.
Connect a doseBadge
5
to any of the docking points. Each docking point has a magnetic base that ensures that
the connection between the doseBadge
5
and the Dock is secure.
The Blue LED next to each docking point will show when the connection has been made. The indicators on the
doseBadge5 units will show the charging status as follows:
Charging: Solid Orange Fully Charged: Solid Green
The level of the battery can also be checked in the NoiseTools software, on the dBLink App or through the
RC:120A dBConnect.
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Charging should be carried out where the ambient temperature is between +15°C and +30°C (+59°F to +86°F).
Charging at higher temperatures may increase the charge time required or may result in a failure to fully charge.
Please note that the CU:120A Dock must be powered for data downloaded to be possible.
Connecting to the doseBadge5
The doseBadge5 can be connected to a number of different controllers which allow the measurements to be
started, paused and stopped and also allow the instruments to be configured.
The doseBadge5 can be connected to the NoiseTools software via USB, via Bluetooth® to the RC:120A
dBConnect
and via Bluetooth® to the dBLink App.
Connecting to the NoiseTools software
Connection to the NoiseTools software is through the CU:120A Dock which connects to a PC via a USB
connection. See page 15 for details of configuring the doseBadge
5
via NoiseTools and page 35 for details of
downloading data into NoiseTools.
Connecting to the RC:120A dBConnect
The connection between the RC:120A dBConnect and the doseBadge5 is via Bluetooth®.
See page 45 for details of connecting to and using the RC:120A dBConnect.
Connecting to the dBLink App
Connection to the dBLink App is via Bluetooth®. Ensure that the Bluetooth® is enabled on the mobile device.
See page 55 for details of connecting to and using the dBLink App.
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Configuring the doseBadge5
Configuration overview
The doseBadge5 is an advanced noise measurement instrument and can provide up to 4 independent
integrators, 2 independent Peak channels and up to 4 independent maximum SPL channels.
In many applications, the configuration of the doseBadge 5 will not change once it has been setup for the first
time but any of the configuration options can be adjusted to allow the instrument to meet any noise
measurement standard or regulation.
The most comprehensive configuration options are available through the NoiseTools software. A limited set of
options are available through the dBLink App and the RC:120A dBConnect
allows the scheduled timers to be
enabled or disabled.
Integrator settings
Integrators are at the heart of any noise dosimeter and the doseBadge 5 is no different. The advantage of the
doseBadge
5
is that it allows up to 4 independent integrators to be run at the same time, each of which can be
individually tailored as needed.
Full control over the exchange rate, time weighting, frequency weighting, threshold level, criterion time,
criterion level and upper limit threshold are provided for each integrator.
A number of pre-set integrators are provided covering most applications and these are referred to as ISO LAeq,
ISO LCeq, OSHA HC, OSHA PEL, OSHA HC/C (C-weighted), MSHA HC, MSHA PEL, ACGIH and Custom.
Detailed configuration of these can be found on page 68.
Octave Band Filters
The doseBadge5 can provide for the measurement of
noise levels in octave bands from 63Hz to 8kHz with
both the overall and real-time data being measured
and stored.
This information can be used in the NoiseTools
software to determine the suitability of hearing
protection and noise control measures.
doseBadge
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instruments that have the octave band
filter capability are delivered with this switched off
to maximise battery life.
This option must be enabled from within the
NoiseTools software.
See page 23 for details of configuring the octave
band filters.
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Scheduled measurements
Scheduled measurements are a new feature in the
doseBadge
5
that give the user more control over when
measurements are made.
There may be situations where it is not possible for the
person responsible for making noise measurements to
be present to start, pause or stop the instrument.
The doseBadge
5
can be pre-programmed to start and
stop allowing the measurements to be made without
the need for that person to be present.
The doseBadge
5
has no controls, cables of displays so
the wearer cannot tamper with the scheduled
measurements.
The timers can be enabled on different days of the
week (to exclude weekends for example).
Up to three timed periods can be programmed allowing
breaks to be automatically excluded (where standards
require this).
If scheduled measurements are enabled, they will only be active when the doseBadge
5
is removed from a
powered Dock. This allows timers to be enabled and used only when instruments are needed.
See page 41 for details of configuring the scheduled timers.
Configuring via NoiseTools
The NoiseTools software allows all of the configuration options within the doseBadge5 to be adjusted.
Settings can be transferred between instruments and doseBadge
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units can be allocated to a person, project
and place before measurements are made. This information is downloaded with the measurement data once
the measurement is complete.
New Instrument Wizard
When a doseBadge5 is connected to an installation of NoiseTools that has not seen the badge before, the New
Instrument Wizard will run.
The wizard allows for the quick setup of new instruments and allows a pre-set integrator configuration to be
loaded into the instruments. The name of the instrument can also be changed.
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If more than one instrument is connected, each can be configured in turn and the settings saved to the
doseBadge
5
units.
For experienced users, the New Instrument Wizard can be skipped.
The Dock View
When a doseBadge5 is connected to a powered CU:120A Dock and the Dock is connected to the NoiseTools
software via a USB cable, the Dock will appear in the Instrument window.
If more than one doseBadge5 unit is connected to the Dock, each instrument will be shown with its serial
number as shown below:
If multiple CU:120A docks are connected to the NoiseTools software, these will be visible in the main
NoiseTools window:
Click on the View link to open the Dock View.
In the example below, 2 individual doseBadge
5
units are connected to the dock.
The instrument shown on the left, MK50013, has the octave band feature enabled as indicated by the word
Octave below the instrument name and serial number.
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Person, Place & Project
Each doseBadge5 can be individually assigned to a person before measurements are made.
Alternatively, measurements can be assigned either at the point of download into NoiseTools or afterwards
when the measurements are analysed.
This information is stored along with the measurement data in the NoiseTools database, allowing the
measurement information to be sorted, filtered and searched quickly and effectively.
As well the allocating a badge to a specific person, badges can be allocated to a place. For example, the place
may be a building or part of a site where the person is working.
The badge can also be assigned to a project. For example, if a set of
measurements are being taken after some new equipment has been installed,
this can be referenced as a project.
To pre-assign any of these functions, select the required name from the pulldown list. If the required information is not available, a new person, place or
project can be entered by selecting the icons to the side of the pull-down lists.
Click the Update button to program the new information into the badge.
Transfer Settings
Settings can be copied from one badge to any others that are connected to the Dock using the Transfer
Settings option.
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To transfer settings from one badge to others that are connected to the Dock, select the source badge (which
will be highlighted in blue) and from the Transfer Settings button, select From Selected Instrument.
The setting will be copied from the source badge to the other badges on the Dock.
Settings can also be loaded from a saved configuration file. This can be applied to one or all badges on the
dock.
The following options are available by clicking the Configure link for each connected doseBadge
5
instrument.
Any changes must be saved to the instrument by pressing the Save to Instrument button:
Name
Each doseBadge5 instrument can be named to aid in identification. This is in addition to the serial number which
is unique to every instrument.
This is also in addition to any Person, Place or Project that have been assigned to the instruments.
To change the name of the instrument, enter the information into the Name field and save the changes.
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Storage
The storage options allow for the configuration of the following:
Time history rate
Throughout a measurement the doseBadge5 is logging the noise data at a specified rate. This information is
used in the NoiseTools software to display the graphs of noise vs time.
The sample period for the data logging can be selected to be either 1 second or 1 minute and this affects all
data logging channels.
Scheduled measurements
Scheduled measurements are a powerful feature of the doseBadge5. It allows measurements to be started,
paused and stopped automatically without the need for user intervention.
Up to 3 periods can be set during the day allowing breaks to be accommodated (where regulations require) and
the schedules can be enabled or disables for different days of the week.
For more details of setting scheduled measurements, please see page 41
Note that when the doseBadge
5
is attached to a powered Dock, the scheduled measurements will not be
active. Remove the doseBadge
5
from the Dock to active the scheduled measurements.
Clear memory
This allows the memory of the selected doseBadge5 to be cleared. Ensure that any measurements required have
been downloaded.
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Confirmation is required before the memory is cleared. Once the memory has been cleared, measurements
cannot be retrieved.
Integrating
Integrators are at the heart of any noise dosimeter and the doseBadge5 is no different. Up to 4 independent
integrators can be run at any time and these can be chosen from a pre-set list or customised as required.
Pre-set integrators
To choose a pre-set integrator, pull down the selection
options and choose the required pre-set.
If an integrator is not required, choose Disabled from the
selection list.
See page 68 for details of the pre-set integrators.
Custom integrators
To customise an integrator, select Custom from the dropdown list and select the required parameters.
See page 68 for details of the options available for custom integrators.
Peak & Maximum
The doseBadge5 allows up to 2 independent Peak channels to be measured and logged along with up to 4
independent SPL max values.
For the Peak channels, the overall value and data logging values are stored.
For the SPL max values, the overall values are stored.
To add a Peak or SPL Max value, click on the “Click to add a Peak type” or “Click to add an SPL Max type” and
choose from the drop-down selection options:
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RC:120A dBConnect Interface
The RC:120A dBConnect Interface allows the user to define what information is displayed by an RC:120A
dBConnect
when a measurement is read from a doseBadge5 instrument.
The RC:120A dBConnect can display up to 5 pages of acoustic values in addition to the calibration information
and measurement summary information.
On each page the RC:120A dBConnect can display one of three types of information:
1. The “Integrator template” contains the name of the integrator (e.g. ISO, OSHA PEL, ACGIH, etc.) and
two acoustic values (e.g LAeq, Lavg, TWA, exposure, dose, etc.).
2. The “Values only template” contains two acoustic values not linked to an integrator channel (e.g.
LCPeak).
3. The “Big number template” contains one large acoustic value linked to an integrator channel (e.g. dose,
exposure).
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To add a new page, click the “Click to add a page” button at the bottom of the screen and select the type of
screen required.
Select the data type for that screen from the drop-down options. Pages can be deleted using the red X button.
Please note that the pages shown on the RC:120A dBConnect do not affect the measurement data stored by
the instrument which is defined in the Storage, Integrating and Peak/Max tabs.
Advanced
The advanced tab allows for some detailed functions to be configured.
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Calibration
This setting allows the calibration level that the doseBadge5 is expecting to be adjusted to suit the acoustic
calibrator being used. By default, this is set to 114dB to suit the CR:518 acoustic calibrator.
Tamper & Dose Warning
The doseBadge5 can be programmed to display a visual warning when either of the following conditions are
met:
• Tamper
The doseBadge5 contains an accelerometer which can be used to indicate when the instrument has been
knocked or has been subject to an impact. This can affect the validity of noise measurements and so it is useful
to know when this occurred. The measurement data can be recalculated to exclude areas where the tamper
sensor has been activated.
If this option is enabled, the time history graph will be marked to show when the sensor was activated.
• Dose Warning
The doseBadge5 can indicate with the Red LED when a pre-set % dose level has been exceeded. The channel
used for the calculation and the level can be configured. The available channels are defined by which integrator
channels are enabled.
Bluetooth® connection settings
This allows the Bluetooth® connection to be enabled or disabled in the instrument. This may be required when
the equipment is to be used in a sensitive area or is to be transported by air.
For transport, use the Transport Mode described below.
If the doseBadge
5
has factory set to disable Bluetooth, this option will not appear.
Octave Band Mode
The doseBadge5 provides for the measurement of 1:1 octave bands from 63Hz to 8kHz both in terms of an
overall unweighted Leq and as time history samples (typically 1 second samples) that can be downloaded into
the NoiseTools software.
This allows the doseBadge
5
to be used in the selection of hearing protection using the NoiseTools software.
Enabling the Octave measurement option will allow the doseBadge
5
to measure, log and download the octave
band measurement data.
If this setting is disabled, the instrument will measure all of the other parameters.
If the doseBadge
5
instrument does not have the Octave Band Filters feature, this option will not appear.
Note that enabling the Octave measurements will reduce the available battery life from approximately 20
hours to approximately 12 hours.
Please note that these are typical values for when the batteries are new.
The doseBadge
5
is shipped with the Octave Band Filters disabled as standard.
Transport Mode
The doseBadge5 can be set into Transport Mode for shipping and storage. See page 39 for more information.
Configuring via the dBLink App
The following items can be configured from the dBLink App:
• Instrument Name
• Place – This information is downloaded into NoiseTools along with the measurement
• Person (first & last name) - This information is downloaded into NoiseTools along with the
measurement
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• Project - This information is downloaded into NoiseTools along with the measurement
• Clock (synchronise the clock in the doseBadge
5
to the mobile device)
• Clear the instruments memory
• Select the integrators
o Up to 4 independent integrators can be enabled at any time
• Select the SPL Max settings
o Up to 4 independent SPL Max values can be enabled at any time
• Select the Peak channels
o Up to 2 independent Peak channels can be enabled at any time
• Enable or disable scheduled measurements
• Add a scheduled measurement
See page 57 for details of configuring the doseBadge
5
from the dBLink App.
Clearing the memory
The memory of the doseBadge5 can be cleared using either the NoiseTools software (see page 15), the RC:120A
dBConnect unit (see page 51) or the dBLink App (see page 62).
Calibrating the doseBadge
5
It is good practice, and often a mandatory requirement, that a noise measurement instrument is calibrated both
before and after a measurement is made.
The doseBadge5 records the time and level of calibrations which can be viewed in the NoiseTools software, via
the
RC:120A dBConnect or via the dBLink App.
Setting the calibration level
The calibration level of the doseBadge5 is nominally set to 114dB to match the CR:518 acoustic calibrator but the
level can be changed to suit other calibrators such as the Cirrus CR:514 or CR:515 which provide a level of 94dB.
To change or check the level, connect the doseBadge5 to the NoiseTools software via the CU:120A Dock and go
to the Configure menu. Adjust the calibration level as required and save the changes to the instrument.
See page 14 for details of configuring the doseBadge
5
via NoiseTools.
The doseBadge
5
will not enter calibration mode if a measurement is running or paused. Ensure that the
instrument is stopped before calibrating (if the Blue LED is flashing, the instrument is running or is in pause
mode).
Removing the windshield
The windshield is secured to the doseBadge5 using a plastic carrier. To remove the windshield, carefully press on
the sides of the windshield carrier and pull the assembly away from the body of the instrument.
Do not pull the foam windshield as this may cause damage.
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Connecting the acoustic calibrator
Connect the acoustic calibrator to the doseBadge5 microphone and switch on the calibrator.
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The doseBadge
5
will automatically detect the acoustic signal from the calibrator and will start the calibration
process. If the level provided by the acoustic calibrator is within the tolerances acceptable to the doseBadge
5
,
the instrument will calibrate.
When calibration is complete, the Blue LED on the doseBadge5 will show for 5 seconds. If the calibration fails,
the Red LED on the doseBadge
5
will show for 5 seconds. See page 69 for troubleshooting if the calibration fails.
When the calibration is complete, remove the acoustic calibrator and replace the windshield.
To re-attach the windshield, press the assembly back onto the body of the doseBadge
5
taking care to ensure
that it is securely located. The doseBadge
5
is ready for use.
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Post-measurement calibration
The doseBadge5 allows for a calibration to be carried out after a measurement has been completed.
Many occupational standards and regulations require a post-measurement calibration to be carried out and for
the differences between the pre- and post measurement calibration levels to be reviewed.
To carry out a post measurement calibration, follow the same process as for the pre-measurement calibration.
The second calibration is recorded by the instrument and can be viewed in NoiseTools, on the dBLink App or
on the RC:120A dBConnect.
In the example below, the measurement has been downloaded into NoiseTools. The pre- and post
measurement calibration information is shown in the summary view:
Clicking on the arrow or the details tab shows the detailed information with the time, date, level and offsets.
For applications where the drift between calibrations is required, this can be calculated from the difference
between the Calibration Before Offset and the Calibration After Offset.
In this example, the drift is 0.28dB – 0.20 dB = 0.08dB.
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Attaching & removing the doseBadge5
Where to position the doseBadge
5
You should consult any local regulations or standards for specific information about the positioning of noise
dosimeters but it is recommended that the doseBadge
5
is mounted close to the ear, typically within 10-15cm (4”
to 6”).
This will help to avoid reflections from the head which can affect measurements.
The microphone should be as vertical as possible and the windshield should always be attached before
measurements are started.
Avoid handling the doseBadge
5
when it is running and storing data.
Physical impacts upon the doseBadge
5
can affect the measurements and so the doseBadge5 will record impacts
using the internal accelerometer. When the sensor is activated, the time history data is marked and this can be
seen in the NoiseTools software.
If the noise sources to be measured appear to be coming from one direction, it is recommended that the
instrument is mounted onto the shoulder closest to the source.
When the doseBadge
5
is measuring, keep clothing away from the windshield and microphone to avoid any
unwanted noise being recorded.
Clip the doseBadge5 onto the clothing using the mounting clips and ensure that the unit is secure.
To remove the doseBadge
5
, ensure that the instrument is stopped (The blue LED will flash when the instrument
is measuring).
Release the clips and remove the doseBadge
5
.
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Starting a measurement
Scheduled measurements
If scheduled measurements have been configured and enabled in the doseBadge5 unit, they will be active once
the instrument has been removed from the Dock.
Remove the doseBadge 5 from the Dock and connect to the worker. Measurements will start, pause and stop as
defined in the scheduled measurement settings. See page 41 for details of configuring scheduled measurements.
Note that when the doseBadge
5
is connected to a powered CU:120A Dock, the scheduled measurements will
not be activated.
Starting a measurement with NoiseTools
Measurements can be started and stopped through the NoiseTools software.
The status of any doseBadge
5
instruments that are
connected to the Dock are displayed in the Dock window
as shown on the left.
In this example the instrument is stopped. The red Stop
icon below the image of the doseBadge
5
shows this.
Also available is the current battery charge and the free
memory in the instrument.
In this example the battery is fully charged (100%) and 91%
of the available memory is free.
To start a measurement, press the green Start arrow and
the instrument will begin a new measurement.
The green arrow will become a red Stop button allowing
measurements to be stopped manually.
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Starting a measurement with the RC:120A dBConnect
Connect to the doseBadge5 instrument and select the measure option as shown below:
When the instrument is not measuring, the only option is to start a measurement.
Pressing the Left button will start a measurement and a confirmation will appear for a few seconds.
Starting a measurement with the dBLink App
To start a measurement with the dBLink App, connect to the required instrument from the instrument
discovery window and press the Green run button.
Press again to confirm.
The measurement will start and the available options will change from Start to Pause and Stop.
In this example, the top instrument is ready to start and the bottom instrument is already running. The Pause
and Stop options are available.
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Measurement running indication
When a doseBadge5 instrument is running, the Blue LED will flash every 2 seconds.
See page 69 for details of the LED status indicators.
Pausing a measurement
When the doseBadge 5 unit is running and measuring data, the Blue LED will flash every 2 seconds. The
measurement can be paused using a number of different methods as described below.
Pausing a measurement with the RC:120A dBConnect
Connect to the doseBadge5 instrument and select the measure option as shown below:
When the instrument is measuring, the options are to either pause it or stop it. The small green “Recording”
icon in the status bar indicates that the instrument is measuring.
Pressing the Up button will pause the measurement and a confirmation will appear for a few seconds.
Pausing a measurement with the dBLink App
To pause a measurement with the dBLink App, connect to the required instrument that is running and from the
instrument discovery window, press the blue pause button. Press again to confirm.
The status of the instrument is shown by the Green run, Blue pause and Red Stop buttons.
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Using scheduled measurements
If a scheduled pause has been programmed into the instrument, this will be activated at the appropriate time.
Pause indication
When a doseBadge5 instrument is paused, the Blue LED will flash every 5 seconds.
See page 69 for details of the LED status indicators.
Mid-shift readings
It can be useful to view the accumulated noise exposure whilst a measurement is in progress. This is commonly
known as a mid-shift reading.
The doseBadge
5
allows measurements to be viewed whilst in progress using either the RC:120A dBConnect or
the dBLink App as described below.
Using the RC:120A dBConnect
Connect to the doseBadge5 instrument and select the Read option as shown below:
The RC:120A dBConnect will read the current measurement information from the doseBadge
5
. Use the left and
right keys to move between the information for the current measurement:
The word Meas. and the green icon shows that the badge is running and that this is a mid-shift reading.
Press the round center key to exit from the reading.
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Using the dBLink App
To view the measurement status of an instrument whilst it is running, connect to the badge and select it from
the discovery window.
If the badge is running, the current measurement data will be displayed below the badge information.
The measurement data for the first integrator is displayed on this screen. To view the measurement data for
other integrators, select the badge and swipe to view the Current Measurement screen or use the menu to
select the View Measurements option.
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The current information can be refreshed by selecting the menu in the top right selecting Refresh Current
Measurement.
Please note that to reduce power consumption, the data is not refreshed automatically. Pressing the refresh
icon will load the current measurement data again.
Stopping a measurement
Stopping a measurement with NoiseTools
To stop a measurement through NoiseTools, connect the doseBadge5 to the Dock and from the Dock window,
press the Stop a Measurement link and the status will change from Running to Stopped.
Stopping a measurement with the RC:120A dBConnect
When the instrument is measuring, the options are to either pause it or stop it. The small green “Recording”
icon in the status bar indicates that the instrument is measuring.
Pressing the Right button will stop the measurement and a confirmation will appear for a few seconds.
Stopping a measurement with the dBLink App
To stop a measurement with the dBLink App, connect to the required instrument that is running and from the
instrument discovery window, press the red stop button. Press again to confirm.
The status of the instrument is shown by the Green run, Blue pause and Red Stop buttons.
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Scheduled measurements
If a scheduled stop has been programmed into the instrument, this will be activated at the appropriate time
and the instrument will end. The measurement data will be stored in the instrument ready for download or
viewing.
Downloading measurements
Downloading to NoiseTools
The NoiseTools software allows measurement data to be downloaded, analysed and measurement reports
created.
For further information on using NoiseTools, please refer to the online documentation, training videos and
support information. See page 69 for more details.
When a doseBadge
5
is connected to a powered CU:120A Dock and the Dock is connected to the NoiseTools
software via a USB cable, the Dock will appear in the Instrument window.
If more than one doseBadge5 unit is connected to the Dock, each instrument will be shown with its serial
number as shown below:
If multiple CU:120A docks are connected to the NoiseTools software, these will be visible in the main
NoiseTools window:
Click on the View link to open the Dock View.
In the example below, 5 individual doseBadge
5
units are connected to the dock:
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Download all measurements
This function will download all measurements from all connected instruments and stored them into the
database.
Where a person, project or place has been allocated to an instrument, these will be added to the appropriate
measurement.
Click the Open After Download option to open all measurements when the download has completed.
The progress of the download is shown by a green bar. Close the download window when the process is
complete.
Download selected measurements
To download measurements from an instrument, click the Download link for each doseBadge5.
To download selected measurements from individual instruments, use the Download link within the
appropriate slot.
This will open the measurement list which shows details of the measurements stored in the instrument.
Any or all measurements can be selected and the place, person and project to be allocated to each
measurement can be changed.
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The Group downloaded measurements option allows a number of measurements to be grouped together for
analysis, comparison and reporting. The measurement group can be named as required.
The Open after download option allows any measurements to be opened automatically in NoiseTools once the
download has completed.
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When the measurements have been selected, click the Download button to store the measurements into the
NoiseTools database.
If the Open after download option is selected, the downloaded measurements will be shown.
An example measurement is shown below.
In this measurement, 4 integrators have been enabled along with LCPeak, LZPeak, LAFmax, LASmax and Octave
Bands. The Octave Band graph sits alongside the main graph. If octave band data is not available or has not
been measured, the time history chart will expand to fill the available space.
Viewing measurements with the dBLink App
Measurement can be viewed whilst they are being made (See Mid-Shift readings on page 33) or at the end of a
measurement once the instrument has been stopped.
Please refer to page 61 for details of viewing measurements with the dBLink App.
Viewing measurements on the RC:120A dBConnect
Measurements can be reviewed on the RC:120A dBConnect unit. Please refer to page 49 for details of
reviewing measurements on the RC:120A dBConnect.
Please note that the RC:120A dBConnect unit does not allow measurement data to be download to the
NoiseTools software.
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Storing & transport instruments
Where the doseBadge5 will not be used for extended periods the units can be set to Transport Mode. This will
prevent the badge from running and will minimise power consumption.
The doseBadge
5
can then be stored for long periods of time without charging the battery.
Please note that the battery will be depleted after approximately 4 weeks when Transport Mode is enabled.
If the doseBadge
5
is not set to Transport Mode, the battery will be depleted after approximately 7 days.
Transport Mode
The doseBadge5 can be set into transport mode which will shuts down the instrument and disables the Shaketo-Wake sensor and will set the instrument into the lowest power mode.
This can be used if the instrument is to be shipped or will be in transit where movement will activate the sensor
and wake the badge. This will result in the battery being drained.
When the transport mode is enabled, the doseBadge
5
will shut down and the shake-to-wake sensor will be
deactivated. This will prevent the instrument from waking during transport and will prevent the battery from
being drained.
Before the doseBadge5 can be used, it must be connected to a powered CU:120A Dock. This will disable the
Transport Mode and allow the instrument to be used as normal. The instrument must be fully charged before
use.
To enable the Transport Mode, connect the instrument to the NoiseTools software. From the configure menu,
select the Advanced tab.
Press CTRL+SHIFT+A keys and press the Enable Transport Mode button.
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NoiseTools will display a warning as follows:
Click Yes and the doseBadge
5
will be set to transport mode. Remove the doseBadge5 from the Dock and store
in the carrying case.
To disable transport mode, reconnect the doseBadge5 to a powered CU:120A Dock.
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Configuring scheduled measurements
The scheduled measurements function is powerful and unique function of the doseBadge5.
It allows the user to configure the instruments to start, pause and stop at specific times throughout the day
and to enable or disable the schedules for specific days of the week.
This allows instruments to be configured ready for use before they are needed.
For example, instruments can be configured ready for a night shift and can be given to workers ready for the
shift. Measurements will be made automatically and stored in the instrument ready for download the next day.
The overall Scheduled Measurement function can be enabled or disabled via NoiseTools, the RC:120A
dBConnect or the dBLink App.
If a doseBadge
5
is connected to a powered Dock, the scheduled measurements will not be activated.
If a scheduled start is missed (if the badge is still on the Dock for example) the instrument can be started
manually and any subsequent automatic measurements will trigger as intended.
An example of where this can be used is as follows:
1. Configure the instruments to start measuring at 8am and run for 8 hours
2. Calibrate the instrument(s)
3. Leave the instruments on the Dock ready for deployment
4. Give the instruments to the workers to be measured before 8am
5. Measurements will start automatically at 8am and run for 8 hours
6. At 4pm the measurement will stop
7. Return the instrument to the Dock for charging & download
8. Repeat the next day
Adding a timed measurement
To add a timed measurement, click on the “Click to add a Measurement”.
Choose the Start Time and the Duration of the measurement. NoiseTools will show the stop time based on the
start time and duration.
The time and duration can be selected either by typing it into the box or by using the pre-set selection.
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Adding a pause to the measurement
To add a pause to a measurement, click the “Click to add a Pause”.
Choose the Start Time and the Duration of the measurement. NoiseTools will show the stop time based on the
start time and duration.
The time and duration can be selected either by typing it into the box or by using the pre-set selection.
Example configurations for the scheduled measurements
On the following pages are examples of how the scheduled measurements can be used.
Example 1 - Start at 8am & run for 8 hours
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Example 2 - Start at 8am & run for 12 hours. Start at 9pm & run for 8 hours
Example 3 - Start at 8am & run for 12 hours with a 1 hour pause at 1pm
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Example 4 – Start at 8.30am & run for 8 hours (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday)
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The RC:120A dBConnect
The RC:120A dBConnect is an optional item that allows instruments to be controlled, measurements started,
paused and stopped and for mid-shift readings to be taken.
The information displayed by the RC:120A dBConnect when reading measurements from a doseBadge
5
unit is
configured in the instrument.
The RC:120A dBConnect communicates to any number of doseBadge5 units via Bluetooth (this requires that the
Bluetooth® communications are enabled in the doseBadge
5
instruments).
Switching on the RC:120A dBConnect
The RC:120A dBConnect is switched on by pressing the round key in the centre of the keypad.
The RC:120A dBConnect will display the Cirrus logo and then show the Connect screen:
To switch off the RC:120A dBConnect, press and hold the round key and wait for the countdown to complete.
The RC:120A dBConnect will automatically power off after 2 minutes to reduce battery consumption.
Connecting to a doseBadge
5
To connect to one or more doseBadge5 instruments, select the Connect screen and press the round key.
The RC:120A dBConnect will search for available doseBadge5 instruments and will show the searching screen:
When one or more doseBadge5 instruments are detected, the RC:120A dBConnect will show a list of the
available units:
The Refresh option forces the RC:120A dBConnect to search again for available instruments that are in range.
Select the instrument required and press the round key to continue. The RC:120A dBConnect will display the
Connecting screen:
When the connection has been made, the RC:120A dBConnect will show the connected screen:
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If the connection from the RC:120A dBConnect to the doseBadge5 fails or the connection is lost, one of the
following screens will be displayed:
Connection lost will be shown when the doseBadge5 moves out of range of the RC:120A dBConnect.
When the RC:120A dBConnect is connected to a doseBadge
5
, more options become available from the Main
view.
1.
Disconnect
– Disconnects from the instrument
2.
Identify
– Activates the “Identify” blue LED on the doseBadge5 for a few seconds to help checking
which one is connected
3.
Measure
– Start/stop/pause/resume measurements
4.
Read
– Read the acoustic values from the instrument
5.
Review
– Review the acoustic values from the measurement previously read
6.
Status
– Status of the doseBadge5 (battery level, memory left, calibration, etc.)
7.
Settings
– doseBadge5 settings (enable timers, clock, clear memory)
8.
Settings
– RC:120A dBConnect settings
a
Controlling the doseBadge5 with the RC:120A dBConnect
Disconnect
This screen is shown for a few seconds after disconnecting from the instrument.
Identify
After using the “Identify” function from the Main view, the doseBadge5 “identify” blue LED will turn on for a
few seconds so the user can visually locate the instrument. This screen is displayed for a similar duration.
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Measure
This page lets the user start/stop/pause/resume measurements. The available actions depend on whether the
instrument is measuring or not.
The doseBadge5 is not measuring
When the instrument is not measuring, the only option is to start a measurement.
Pressing the Left button will start a measurement and a confirmation will appear for a few seconds.
Memory full
An error message will be displayed if the instrument cannot start a measurement because its memory is full.
The doseBadge5 is measuring
When the instrument is measuring, the options are to either pause it or stop it. The small green “Recording”
icon in the status bar indicates that the instrument is measuring.
Pressing the Right button will stop the measurement and a confirmation will appear for a few seconds. The
message is split into two lines.
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Pressing the Up button will pause the measurement and a confirmation will appear for a few seconds. The
message is split into two lines.
Too many pauses in a measurement
A measurement can be paused up to 5 times. An error message will be displayed if trying to pause a
measurement too many times. The message is split into two lines.
The doseBadge5 is paused
When the measurement is paused, the options are to either resume it or stop it. The small purple “Paused” icon
in the status bar indicates that the measurement is paused.
Pressing the Left button will resume the measurement and a confirmation will appear for a few seconds.
Pressing the Right button will stop the measurement and the “Measurement stopped” confirmation will appear
for a few seconds.
Read
When selecting the “Read” page on the Main view, the RC:120A dBConnect will read the measurements on the
doseBadge
5
and present the results. A progress screen is displayed during the operation.
Instrument is empty
If the instrument is not measuring and does not contain any measurement, a message will be displayed for a
few seconds.
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Review
After reading the measurements from the doseBadge5, the Review page is shown.
The details of a measurement are accessed by using the Left/Right buttons, while the Up/Down buttons are
used to go to the next/previous measurement.
Each measurement consists of several pages:
• The summary page with the measurement number, start time and duration
• The calibration page with information about the last calibration before the measurement
• Up to 5 pages of measured acoustic values. Which value is displayed depends on the settings of the
measurement channels on the badge and can be modified using the NoiseTools software. Available
values include LAeq, LCPeak, exposure, estimated exposure, dose, and more.
A red triangle is shown in the top-right corner of all those pages if an overload occurred during the
measurement.
Note that the “Review” page stays accessible even after disconnecting from the doseBadge
5
.
Measurement Summary
This page displays the number of the measurement, the start date and time and the measurement duration.
If the doseBadge
5
is currently measuring, the measurement number is replaced with a “Recording” symbol to
indicate that this measurement is currently in progress.
Calibration status
This page shows the details of the last calibration of the doseBadge5 done before the measurement started.
Acoustic values
These pages display the measured acoustic values. There are 3 “templates” of pages:
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4. The “Integrator template” contains the name of the integrator (e.g. ISO, OSHA PEL, ACGIH, etc.) and
two acoustic values (e.g LAeq, Lavg, TWA, exposure, dose, etc.).
5. The “Values only template” contains two acoustic values not linked to an integrator channel (e.g.
LCPeak).
6. The “Big number template” contains one large acoustic value linked to an integrator channel (e.g. dose,
exposure).
Status
This screen shows information about the connected doseBadge5.
1.
Serial
– Serial number of the instrument
2.
Model
– Model of the instrument
3.
Fact. Cal.
– Date of the last Factory calibration
4.
Version
– Firmware version of the instrument
5.
Last Cal.
– Date of the last user calibration of the instrument
6.
Offset
– Calibration offset of the last user calibration
7.
Date
– Current date of the instrument
8.
Time
– Current time of the instrument
Settings
This menu presents multiple options for the doseBadge5:
1.
Clock
– Synchronise the clock of the doseBadge5 with the clock of the RC:120A dBConnect.
2.
Timers
– Enable or disable scheduled measurements.
3.
Storage
– Clear the memory of the instrument.
Clock
This page gives the option to synchronise the clock of the doseBadge5 with the clock of the RC:120A
dBConnect.
If synchronised, a confirmation will be shown for a few seconds. The message is split into two lines.
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Note that it is not possible to change the time on the doseBadge
5
while it is measuring, and the “Yes” button
will be disabled.
Timers
This page gives the option to enable or disable scheduled measurements on the instrument. The current setting
is highlighted by a yellow border (e.g. in the image below, the scheduled measurements are already enabled).
When the setting is changed, a confirmation message will be shown for a few seconds.
Scheduled measurements enabled
Scheduled measurements disabled
Storage
This page gives the option to clear the memory of the doseBadge5, removing all stored measurements.
A progress screen will be displayed during the operation, which might take several seconds to complete.
Note that it is not possible to clear the memory while the doseBadge
5
is measuring, and the “Yes” button will
be disabled.
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RC:120A dBConnect settings
This page brings a menu to modify the configuration of the RC:120A dBConnect. Available choices are:
1.
Clock
– Set the clock on the RC:120A dBConnect
2.
Language
– Change the language of the interface
3.
Display
– Change how the date and time is display throughout the interface (24h, AM/PM, etc.)
4.
About
– Display information about the RC:120A dBConnect itself such as its model and serial number
5.
Back
– Go back to the Main view
Setting the clock
This is where the RC:120A dBConnect clock can be set. It consists of two pages. Use the up and down arrow
keys to adjust the value and the left and right keys to move between the options.
Press the round key to move from the Set date to the Set time screens. Press the round key when finished.
Changing the language
This is where the interface language can be set.
Display
This is where how the date and time are displayed can be changed. There are four available combinations:
1.
ddmmyy 24h
– day/month/year, 24-hour time format
2.
mmddyy 12h
– month/day /year, AM/PM time format
3.
ddmmyy 12h
– day/month/year, AM/PM time format
4.
mmddyy 24h
– month/day/year, 24-hour time format
About
This page displays information about the RC:120A dBConnect.
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Replacing the batteries
The RC:120A dBConnect is powered by 2 x AAA/LR03 batteries.
These are located behind the battery cover on the rear panel. Remove the retaining screw and remove the
cover. The cover is secured by a strap to prevent it from being lost.
Replace the batteries and secure the cover.
Factory Reset
When started for the first time, the RC:120A dBConnect will ask the user to select a language before doing
anything. This is shown when the user first receives the RC:120A dBConnect and will only be asked once. It is still
possible to change the language after that from the Language menu.
There is a special function in the RC:120A dBConnect to reset that feature, so the language selection will be
asked again when the RC:120A dBConnect is next restarted. This screen is shown to confirm the reset.
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The dBLink App
The dBLink App is a mobile application that can be installed onto Android and iOS devices.
If allows doseBadge
5
instruments to be controlled, configured and measurement information viewed. It can be
used to gather mid-shift readings from instruments without having to disturb the worker.
Connecting to the doseBadge
5
Connection to the dBLink App is via Bluetooth®. Ensure that the Bluetooth® is enabled on the mobile device.
To connect to any available doseBadge
5
instruments, run the dBLink App and allow the program to discover
doseBadge
5
instruments that are within range.
Once instruments have been detected, they will be displayed on the discovery screen.
Note that a doseBadge
5
instrument can only be connected to the dBLink App or the RC:120A dBConnect.
If the dBLink App is running and has detected a doseBadge
5
instrument, close the App before connecting to the
RC:120A dBConnect.
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Configuring the doseBadge
5
Select the instrument from the discovery screen and use the menu to select the measurements option or swipe
left to view the Setting screen.
The following items can be configured from the settings screen:
• Instrument Name
• Place – This information is downloaded into NoiseTools along with the measurement
• Person (first & last name) - This information is downloaded into NoiseTools along with the
measurement
• Project - This information is downloaded into NoiseTools along with the measurement
• Clock (synchronise the clock in the doseBadge
5
to that in the mobile device)
• Clear the instruments memory
• Select the integrators
o Up to 4 independent integrators can be enabled at any time
• Select the SPL Max settings
o Up to 4 independent SPL Max values can be enabled at any time
• Select the Peak channels
o Up to 2 independent Peak channels can be enabled at any time
• Enable or disable scheduled measurements
• Add a scheduled measurement
When any settings have been changed, press the Save Settings button at the bottom of the screen to save the
new configuration to the instrument.
This will require the instrument’s memory to be cleared. Confirm the changes to clear the memory and to
program the new settings into the doseBadge
5
.
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Integrators, Peak & SPL Max values
To change the integrators, Peak or SPL Max values, press on the option on the right-hand side and choose from
the available selections. Click Update to accept the new values or Cancel to return to the previous screen.
Scheduled measurements
Scheduled measurements can be enabled or disabled. New settings can be added and existing settings adjusted.
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Any existing scheduled measurements will be displayed. Click edit to adjust the current settings or Delete to
remove the current setting.
Click OK to accept the changes or Cancel to return to the previous screen.
Starting a measurement
To start a measurement with the dBLink App, connect to the required instrument that is running and from the
instrument discovery window, press the Green run button. Press again to confirm.
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Mid-shift readings
To view the measurement status of an instrument whilst it is running, connect to the badge and select it from
the discovering window.
If the badge is running, the current measurement data will be displayed below the badge information. The
measurement data for the first integrator is displayed on this screen.
To view the measurement data for other integrators, select the badge and swipe to view the Current
Measurement screen.
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The current information can be refreshed by selecting the menu in the top right selecting Refresh Current
Measurement.
The current status of the instrument is shown at the bottom of the screen.
Please note that to reduce power consumption, the data is not refreshed automatically.
Pressing the refresh icon will load the current measurement data again.
Pausing a measurement
To pause a measurement with the dBLink App, connect to the required instrument that is running and from the
instrument discovery window, press the blue pause button. Press again to confirm.
The status of the instrument is shown by the Green run, Blue pause and Red Stop buttons.
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Stopping a measurement
To stop a measurement with the dBLink App, connect to the required instrument that is running and from the
instrument discovery window, press the red stop button. Press again to confirm.
The status of the instrument is shown by the Green run, Blue pause and Red Stop buttons.
Viewing measurements
Measurement can be viewed whilst they are being made or at the end of a measurement once the instrument
has been stopped.
To view the current measurement or all measurements in the instrument, connect to and select the instrument
from the discovery screen.
Using either the menu in the top left or by swiping, select the Measurement option to view the list of
measurements in the instrument.
From the measurement list, select the measurement required and the data will be displayed.
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Swiping left and right will move through the available measurements.
The current measurement number is shown at the top of the screen.
Use the menu to return to the instrument summary, settings or discovery screen.
Clearing the memory
The memory of the doseBadge5 can be cleared from the instrument settings screen.
Press the Clear Memory button and confirm to clear the memory. Note that once the memory has been
cleared, it cannot be recovered and all measurements in the doseBadge
5
will be permanently deleted.
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Specifications
Applicable Standards
Overall Measurements
IEC 61252:1993 +AMD1:2000 Personal Sound Exposure Meters
ANSI S1.25:1991 (R2017) Personal Noise Dosimeters
1:1 Octave Band Filters (where enabled)
IEC 61260-1:2014 Class 2
ANSI S1.11-2014 Class 2
63Hz to 8kHz
Measurement Range (Typical)
Overall Measurements
RMS Range 60 dB(A) to 140 dB(A)
Peak Range 80 dB(C) to 143 dB(C)
RMS Frequency Weighting A,C or Z
RMS Time Response F or S
Peak Frequency Weighting A,C or Z
Linear Operating Range 65dB(A) to 140dB(A)
1:1 Octave Band Filters (where available)
RMS Range 70dB to 140dB
Linear Operating Range 70dB to 140dB
Visual Indication of Status
4 coloured LEDs to show instrument status and measurement activity
Measurement Functions
The doseBadge5 provides simultaneously the following measurement channels:
4 Simultaneous Independent Integrator Channels
2 Simultaneous Independent Peak Channels
1:1 Octave Bands (63Hz to 8kHz where available)
Configuration of the integrators and peak channels can be chosen from a preset list, for example ISO (LAeq),
ISO (LCeq), OSHA HC, OSHA PEL, ACGIH or user configured as needed.
Overall measurement data
Measurement duration
Start time & date
Instrument serial number & name
Calibration information (field & factory calibration)
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Overload & Tamper sensor detection
For each Integrator Channel
Average Integrated Sound Level (Leq/LAVG)
Time Weighted Average (LEP,d/LEX,8/TWA)
Sound Exposure & Estimated Sound Exposure
% Dose & Estimated % Dose
ULT Duration
SPL Max Level & Time
SPL Min Level
For each Peak Channel
Overall LPeak level
1:1 Octave Bands (where available)
Overall Unweighted Leq
Time history data
1 second or 1-minute time history data (user selectable)
For each Integrator Channel
Integrated Sound Level (Leq/LAVG)
For each Peak Channel
Peak Sound Pressure
1:1 Octave Bands (where enabled)
Unweighted Leq time history data
Configuration Options
Integrator Channels
Channel name Preset or user defined
Exchange rate 3, 4 or 5 dB
Criterion Level 80 dB to 100 dB in 1 dB steps
Criterion Time 1 hr to 24 hrs in 1hr steps
Threshold Level None, 70 dB to 100 dB n 1dB steps
Time Weighting Fast, Slow or None
Frequency Weighting A, C or Z
ULT Level 70 dB to 140 dB in 1 dB steps
ULT Time Weighting None, Fast or Slow
ULT Freq. Weighting A,C, or Z
SPL Max Time Weighting Fast or Slow
SPL Max Freq Weighting A,C or Z
LED Threshold Trigger User selectable channel with user selectable % Dose trigger levels
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75% to 100% in 5% steps
Peak Channels
Frequency weighting A,C or Z
Measurement Control
Manual
Manual Start, Stop & Pause via the doseBadge5 dBControl or the dBLink App
Manual Start & Stop via NoiseTools
Automatic scheduled measurements
Timed start, pause & stop of measurements
Three timed periods per day
Lunch break pause
Day-by-day control
Shock/Tamper Sensor
Internal accelerometer with Off/Low/Medium/High sensitivity settings to detect impact & tampering.
Detected impacts marked on time history data
Calibration
Automatic detection of external acoustic calibration
User configurable calibration level (typically 114dB or 94dB) for use with 1/2” acoustic calibrators such as the
Cirrus CR:514 (94dB) or CR:518 (114dB).
Memory
CR:120A doseBadge5
Up to 80 hours of Time History Data for each channel including 1:1 Octave Bands (where available)
or
Up to 40 individual measurements
Maximum duration of any single measurement: 24 hours
Power
CR:120A doseBadge5
Internal NiMH Battery.
Typical Battery Life
1:1 Octave Bands disabled 20 hours
1:1 Octave Bands enabled 11 hours
Typical 3 hours charge time from empty
Charging should be carried out where the ambient temperature is between +15°C and +30°C (+59°F to +86°F).
Charging at higher temperatures may increase the charge time required or may result in a failure to fully charge.
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CU:120 doseBadge5 Dock
External power via CU:196A Mains Power Supply
RC:120A dBConnect
2 x AAA (MN2400)
Communication
CR:120A doseBadge5
Bluetooth® Wireless communication to the doseBadge5 dBControl
Bluetooth® Wireless communication to the dBLink App (Android & iOS)
USB download to NoiseTools via the doseBadge5 Dock
CU:120 doseBadge5 Dock
USB to the host PC
Simultaneous download & charging of up to 5 doseBadge
5
units
RC:120A dBConnect
Bluetooth communication to the doseBadge5
dBLink App
Bluetooth® Wireless communication to the doseBadge5
Weight & Dimensions
CR:120A doseBadge5
66 mm x 43 mm x 53 mm (excluding clips)
2.53” x 1.69” x 2.01” (excluding clips)
85 g/2.9 oz
CU:120 doseBadge5 Dock
305 mm x 100 mm x 22 mm
12” x 3.9” x 0.8”
350 g/12.7 oz
RC:120A dBConnect
170 mm x 45 mm x 30 mm
6.7” x 1.7” x 1.2”
100 g/3.5 oz including batteries
78 g/ 2.7 oz without batteries
Temperature
-10°C to +50°C (+14°F to +122°F) Operating
-20°C to +60°C (-4°F to +120°F) Storage
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Humidity
Up to 95% RH Non-Condensing
Software
NoiseTools software supplied as standard with license free installation and free of charge upgrades available
from the Cirrus website.
CR:51x Acoustic Calibrator
Frequency 1kHz +/- 1%
Sound Level CR:514 94dB re 20uPa
CR:515 94dB re 20uPa
CR:518 114dB re 20uPa
Standardisation CR:514 - IEC 60942:2003 Class 2
CR:515 - IEC 60942:2003 Class 1
CR:518 - IEC 60942:2003 Class 2
Distortion Less than 2%
Operating Humidity 25 to 90% Relative Humidity
Operating Static Pressure 65 kPa to 108kPa
Operating Temperature -10
o
C to +50oC
Storing Temperature -20
o
C to +60oC
Effective Volume 6.19 cm
3
+/- 0.2 cm3
Cavity Diameter 0.525 inch
Battery 1 x 9v 6F22 (Neda 1604)
Battery Life Approx. 15 Hours Continuous Use
Battery Voltage 9v Nominal (10v Maximum, 6.4v Minimum)
Weight with Battery 185g
Dimensions 135mm x Ø48mm
Safety Information for the CU:120A Dock
The CU:120A Dock contains small (<1cm3) Neodymium & Samarium Cobalt magnets that are used to secure the
CR:120A doseBadge
5
units to the Dock.
There are no magnets in the CR:120A doseBadge5 Noise Dosimeter.
The magnets are securely located inside the case of the CU:120A Dock but if the cases are opened or damaged,
the magnets may become visible.
Keep a safe distance (50mm+) between the magnets and all objects that can be damaged by magnetism. These
include mechanical watches, heart pacemakers, CRT monitors, credit cards and magnetically stored media.
Heart Pacemakers
Keep magnets away from heart pacemakers. The operation of heart pacemakers will be affected by the close
proximity of a magnet. Magnets can set a pacemaker working in a way that is not suitable for the user and that
may affect their health.
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Glossary of Terms
A detailed glossary of the terminology used in the doseBadge5 can be downloaded from
This information is available in a range of different languages and can be downloaded, free of charge, from the
Cirrus website.
Please visit http://www.cirrusresearch.co.uk/library/ebooks/
to download the latest versions of these
documents.
Preset Integrator Settings
A number of preset integrators are provided for the doseBadge5. The settings for these are shown below:
Name
Exchange
Rate (Q)
Time
Weighting
Frequency
Weighting
Threshold
Level
Criterion
Time
Criterion
Level
ULT Level
ISO LAeq 3 None A None 8 hrs 85 dB 115dB
ISO LCeq 3 None C None 8 hrs 90 dB 115 dB
OSHA HC 5 Slow A 80 dB 8 hrs 90 dB 115 dB
OSHA PEL 5 Slow A 90 dB 8 hrs 90 dB 115 dB
OSHA HC/C 5 Slow C 80 dB 8 hrs 90 dB 115 dB
MSHA HC 5 Slow A 80 dB 8 hrs 90 dB 105 dB
MSHA PEL 5 Slow A 90 dB 8 hrs 90 dB 105 dB
ACGIH 3 Slow A 80 dB 8 hrs 85 dB 115 dB
Custom integrators can be configured using the following options:
Channel name Preset or user defined
Exchange rate 3, 4 or 5 dB
Criterion Level 80 dB to 100 dB in 1 dB steps
Criterion Time 1 hr to 24 hrs in 1hr steps
Threshold Level None, 70 dB to 100 dB n 1dB steps
Time Weighting Fast, Slow or None
Frequency Weighting A, C or Z
ULT Level 70 dB to 140 dB in 1 dB steps
ULT Time Weighting None, Fast or Slow
ULT Frequency Weighting A,C, or Z
SPL Max Time Weighting Fast or Slow
SPL Max Freq Weighting A,C or Z
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Support & Troubleshooting
Additional support and information is available from the Cirrus Research support website:
www.cirrusresearch.co.uk/doseBadge5support
LED Indicators on the doseBadge
5
The doseBadge5 uses a set of LED indicators to show the status of measurements, charging, calibration and
general operation.
Four LEDS, Orange, Green, Blue and Red are used in combination to show the current status and activity of the
instrument as follows.
Where an LED is flashing, this is shown as Flash Time/Period. For example, 0.1/2.0 is one short flash of 0.1 second
every 2 seconds and 0.1/5.0 is one short flash of 0.1 second every 5 seconds.
doseBadge5 on the Charging Dock
Status
Left LED’s
Right LED’s
Notes
Badge Charging Orange Solid
Badge Fully Charged Green Solid
Badge Charging & Measuring Orange Solid Blue Flashing (0.1/2.0)
Badge Charged & Measuring Green Solid Blue Flashing (0.1/2.0)
Badge Charging & Memory Full (or Badge error) Orange Solid Red Solid
Badge Charged & Memory Full (or Badge error) Green Solid Red Solid
Calibration successful Blue Solid (5 seconds)
The badge will revert to
the previous indication
after 5 seconds
Calibration failed Red Solid (5 seconds)
The badge will revert to
the previous indication
after 5 seconds
Instrument start-up Orange Solid Approximate 1 second
doseBadge5 undocked
Status
Left LED’s
Right LED’s
Notes
Badge On (not measuring) Green Flashing (0.1/2.0)
Badge measuring Blue Flashing (0.1/2.0)
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Badge measuring & Dose threshold exceeded Red Flashing (0.1/2.0)
Badge Paused Blue Flashing (0.1/5.0)
Badge paused & Dose threshold exceeded Red Flashing (0.1/5.0)
Battery Low (not measuring) Orange Flashing (0.1/2.0)
Battery Low & measuring Orange Flashing (0.1/2.0) Blue Flashing (0.1/2.0) Alternating flashes
Battery Low & paused Orange Flashing (0.1/5.0) Blue Flashing (0.1/5.0) Alternating flashes
Battery Low, measuring & Dose threshold
exceeded
Orange Flashing (0.1/2.0) Red Flashing (0.1/2.0) Alternating flashes
Battery Low, paused & Dose threshold
exceeded
Orange Flashing (0.1/5.0) Red Flashing (0.1/5.0) Alternating flashes
Calibration successful Blue Solid (5 seconds)
The badge will revert to
the previous indication
after 5 seconds
Calibration failed Red Solid (5 seconds)
The badge will revert to
the previous indication
after 5 seconds
Instrument start-up Orange Solid Approximate 1 second
Error conditions or warning indications
Status
Left LED’s
Right LED’s
Notes
Memory full Red Solid
Connect to NoiseTools to
download & clear
measurements
Badge error Red Solid
Connect to NoiseTools to
confirm status
Resetting the doseBadge
5
The doseBadge5 can be reset using the small button on the underside of the instrument as shown below. This
will reboot the instrument. Any stored measurements will not be affected.
If the doseBadge
5
is reset using the Reset Button, ensure that the unit is awake by gently shaking the instrument.
The Green status LED will flash to show that the instrument is awake and ready for use.
Reset button
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Calibration failure
The doseBadge5 is pre-programmed to accept a calibration level that is provided by an acoustic calibrator.
If the level provided by the acoustic calibrator is different from the level that the instrument is expecting by
more than +/- 3dB, the instrument will not start the calibration process.
This will not show as a failure; the instrument will simply not calibrate.
If the calibration level is within +/- 3dB of the expect value but is unstable, for example if the background noise
if too high and is affecting the calibration level, the doseBadge
5
will show a calibration error with a solid Red
LED for 5 seconds.
The most likely causes of a calibration failure are:
1. The level being provided by the acoustic calibrator is incorrect
• Check the level of the calibrator matches that of the doseBadge
5
• Check that the expected calibration level programmed into the doseBadge
5
matches the acoustic
calibrator
2. The background noise is affecting the stability of the calibration level
• Move to a quieter location and retry the calibration process
To check or adjust the expected calibration level that is programmed into the doseBadge
5:
1. Connect the doseBadge
5
to the NoiseTools software via the Dock
2. Open the Configure screen for the doseBadge
3. On the Advanced options tab, ensure that the Calibration Level matches that being provided by the
acoustic calibrator. Adjust the level if needed.
4. Save any changes to the instrument
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Declarations
CE Declaration of Conformity
Cirrus Research plc Hunmanby UK
CE Certificate of Conformity
Manufacturer: Cirrus Research plc
Acoustic House, Bridlington Road
Hunmanby, North Yorkshire, YO14 0PH
United Kingdom
Telephone +44 1723 891655
Equipment Description
The following equipment manufactured after 1st August 2016:
CR:120A doseBadge
5
Personal Noise Dosimeter
CU:120A doseBadge
5
Dock
RC:120A dBConnect
CR:518 Acoustic Calibrator
Along with their standard accessories
According to EMC Directives 89/336/EEC and 93/98/EEC
meet the following standards
EN 61000-6-3:2007+A1:2011
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). Generic standards. Emission standard for residential, commercial and lightindustrial environments
EN 61000-6-1:2007
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). Generic standards. Immunity for residential, commercial and lightindustrial environments
Signed Dated 1st August 2016
Martin Williams
Director
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Bluetooth® Connectivity
All models of the CR:120A doseBadge5 noise dosimeter support wireless connectivity via Bluetooth®.
Declaration ID D034062
Receiver sensitivity -93 dBm (Typical)
TX power 0 dBm (Typical)
FCC/Industry Canada
This product contains an FCC and Industry Canada certified Class 2 wireless (Bluetooth) low energy single mode
module:
FCC Identifier: T7V1740.
Industry Canada: IC: 216Q-1740
Producer: Panasonic Industrial Devices Europe GmbH
Model: PAN1740
Modular Type: Single Mode
FCC Conformity Statement
The devices PAN1740, including the antennas, complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. The device meets the
requirements for modular transmitter approval as detailed in FCC public Notice DA00-1407.transmitter
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Industry Canada Statement
The devices PAN1740, including the antennas, complies with Canada RSS-GEN Rules. The device meets the
requirements for modular transmitter approval as detailed in RSS-GEN.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de
licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :
(1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et
(2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est
susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
PAN1740 est garanti conforme aux dispositions règlementaires d’Industry Canada (IC), licences: IC: 216Q-1740
Radiation Exposure Statement
The product complies with the FCC portable RF exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environmental
and is safe for intended operation as described in this manual.
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Product Guarantee & Extended Warranty
1. The period of the initial guarantee starts from the date of purchase, as a new instrument, from Cirrus
Research plc or their formally approved distributors. The periods are as follows unless otherwise stated by
Cirrus Research plc in writing:
Products manufactured by Cirrus Research plc 24 months
Repairs 3 months
Replacement microphone capsules 12 months
Spare parts (excluding replacement microphone capsules) 3 months
Products manufactured by a third party (see clauses 12 & 14
below)
Based on the individual
manufacturer’s warranty
2. The initial guarantee covers all faults and accidental damage to the product.
3. Warranty extension
If the product is returned to Cirrus Research plc or one of its Authorised Service & Calibration Centres for
routine verification & calibration after the initial guarantee period, upon completion of the verification the
product will be given an additional free one (1) year warranty.
This must be done with a 6-week window of the anniversary date of shipment. This is limited to 3 weeks
either side of the anniversary date of the shipment.
It follows that if an instrument is routinely verified by Cirrus Research plc (or an Authorised Service &
Calibration Centre) every year after the initial warranty period, the warranty is effectively continuous to a
maximum of fifteen (15) years from the original date of purchase.
There will be a charge for the verification (or calibration) of the equipment.
4. Buying back into the warranty
Where the warranty has expired, the customer can buy back into the warranty scheme. This reactivates the
warranty for a further 12 months and provides the same level of cover as for the initial period above.
This must be purchased at the same time as a calibration or verification.
The maximum period of any warranty, whether it had been extended or not, is 15 years from the original
purchase date.
This offer can only be redeemed once during the life of the instrument.
5. The initial guarantee, and any extended warranty is not transferrable and is provided to the original
customer only.
6. Where a product is returned for routine verification or calibration, the customer is responsible for all
transportation, duty and other charges.
7. The user shall be responsible for determining if the product is suitable for the use and that such use
complies with any applicable laws, regulations or standards.
8. The customer must notify Cirrus Research plc in writing of any claimed defect in the product immediately
upon discovering it.
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9. Where an instrument is being returned under the guarantee or warranty, it must be returned to Cirrus
Research plc without undue delay at the customer’s risk with transportation charges prepaid.
10. Where the product is deemed to be faulty due to manufacturing defects, Cirrus Research plc shall:
a. Repair or replace the defective products
b. Be given reasonable time by the customer to make such repairs or replacements
c. Return the product to the customer at Cirrus Research plc’s expense
11. Cirrus Research plc reserves the right to decline an instrument under the initial guarantee or extended
warranty where;
a. The product has continued to be used after defect has been discovered
b. There is clear evidence of damage or misuse that is deemed to be more than minor accidental
damage
c. The product has been modified or repaired by persons other than those authorised by Cirrus
Research plc
d. The defect arises from the use of the product in conjunction with products or materials not
reasonably contemplated by Cirrus Research plc
e. No fault is found with the product
12. The initial guarantee or extended warranty does not extend to products or materials not supplied by or
manufactured by Cirrus Research plc. Consumable items, including dry-cell and alkaline batteries are not
covered by the initial guarantee or extended warranty.
13. Where re-chargeable batteries are used as an integral part of the product design and the product is shipped
with the batteries installed (for example the doseBadge
5
Noise Dosimeter), the standard product guarantee
and extended warranty applies provided that the user has used the correct charging instructions and has
followed the charging regime stated in the product manual.
14. No warranty is offered for used equipment unless a special arrangement is made and is confirmed in writing
by Cirrus Research plc
15. Cirrus Research plc reserves the right to amend or update these terms and conditions without notice.
This warranty does not in any way reduce or affect the legal rights of the buyer and is in additional to any
statutory rights.
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Cirrus Research Offices
The addresses given below are the Cirrus Research plc offices. Cirrus Research plc also have approved distributors and
agents is many countries worldwide. For details of your local representative, please contact Cirrus Research plc at the
address below. Contact details for Cirrus Research authorised distributors and agents are also available from the Internet
Web site at the address shown below.
Main Office
Cirrus Research plc
Acoustic House
Bridlington Road
Hunmanby
North Yorkshire
United Kingdom
YO14 0PH
Telephone: 0845 230 2434
+44 (0)1723 891655
Fax: +44 (0)1723 891742
E-mail: sales@cirrusresearch.co.uk
Web Site: www.cirrusresearch.co.uk
Germany
Cirrus Research plc Deutschland
Arabella Center
Lyoner Strasse 44 – 48
D-60528 Frankfurt
Germany
Tel: +49 (0)69 95932047
Fax +49 (0)69 95932049
Email: vertrieb@cirrusresearch.de
Web: www.cirrusresearch.de
Spain
CIRRUS RESEARCH S.L.
Travessera de Gracia, 62 4° 7ª
08006 Barcelona
SPAIN
Tel: (34) 933 622 891
Email: info@cirrusresearch.es
Web: www.cirrusresearch.es
Cirrus Environmental
Unit 2 Bridlington Road Industrial Estate
Hunmanby
North Yorkshire
YO14 0PH
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0) 1723 891722
Email: sales@cirrus-environmental.com
Web: www.cirrus-environmental.com
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