TSI EG-4P User Manual

THE EDGE

PERSONAL NOISE DOSIMETER

MODEL EG-4P

WITH (OPTIONAL) BLUETOOTH WIRELESS

USER MANUAL

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Manual History

Revision

Date

A

July 2019

B

September 2020

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Warranty

Part Number

6013118 / Revision B

Copyright

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Address

TSI Incorporated / 500 Cardigan Road / Shoreview, MN 55126 / USA

Fax No.

651-490-3824

E-mail Address

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limited warranty is subject to the following exclusions and exceptions:

a. Hot-wire or hot-film sensors used with research anemometers, and certain other components

when indicated in specifications, are warranted for 90 days from the date of shipment;
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Service Policy

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customers, our service policy is designed to give prompt attention to any problems. If any
malfunction is discovered, please contact your nearest sales office or representative, or call
TSI’s Customer Service department at 1-800-680-1220 (USA) or [phone].

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Contents

MANUAL HISTORY ................................................................................. III

WARRANTY ............................................................................................. V

SAFETY INFORMATION ........................................................................ XI

Labels ................................................................................................. xi

Description of Caution/Warning Symbols ......................................... xii

Caution .......................................................................................... xii

Warning ......................................................................................... xii

Caution or Warning Symbols ......................................................... xii

Getting Help ..................................................................................... xiii

CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................. 1-1

Dosimetry ........................................................................................ 1-1

Noise Dosimeter .............................................................................. 1-2

Range of Sound .............................................................................. 1-3

What do the Standards Say? .......................................................... 1-3

Applications of the Edge ................................................................. 1-4

Noise Assessment Steps ................................................................ 1-5

The Edge Model .............................................................................. 1-6

Virtual Dosimeters ....................................................................... 1-6

CHAPTER 2 GETTING STARTED ....................................................... 2-1

Checking the Equipment ................................................................. 2-1

Turning On ...................................................................................... 2-2

LED Indicator ............................................................................... 2-3

Navigating .................................................................................... 2-3

Turning Off ...................................................................................... 2-4

Display and Keypad ........................................................................ 2-4

Diagram ....................................................................................... 2-4

TSI Detection Management Software ............................................. 2-5

Loading ........................................................................................ 2-5

Docking Station Functionality .......................................................... 2-5

Docking Station Components ...................................................... 2-6

EdgeDock1 or EdgeDock5 .......................................................... 2-6

Powering EdgeDock1 or EdgeDock5 .......................................... 2-7

Charging your Dosimeter ............................................................. 2-7

Mounting the Docking Station to a Wall....................................... 2-8

Storing the Dosimeter .................................................................. 2-9

CHAPTER 3 SETTING UP THE EDGE VIA DETECTION

MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE ........................................................... 3-1

Noise Studies .................................................................................. 3-1

Understanding What Data is Stored ............................................... 3-2

Summary Data ............................................................................. 3-2

Time History .................................................................................... 3-2

Logging ........................................................................................ 3-3

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Views on the Edge .......................................................................... 3-3

Definitions of Data Log Values and Views .................................. 3-4

Edge Measurement Descriptors/Variants .................................... 3-6

Docking ........................................................................................... 3-7

Communicating and Downloading Data ...................................... 3-7

Customizing Set-Up Parameters in Detection Management

Software ....................................................................................... 3-9

Dosimeter Setting ........................................................................ 3-9

Display Setting ........................................................................... 3-11

Security Setting .......................................................................... 3-12

Auto Run Setting ........................................................................ 3-13

Firmware Update ....................................................................... 3-14

Saving and Sending/Setting Configurations .............................. 3-15

CHAPTER 4 RUNNING AND OPERATING YOUR DOSIMETER ....... 4-1

Overview of Running a Study ......................................................... 4-1

Positioning the Edge on your Shirt .............................................. 4-2

Windscreen and Maintenance ..................................................... 4-2

Checking Battery Power .............................................................. 4-2

Calibrating .................................................................................... 4-3

Resetting the Dosimeter .............................................................. 4-5

Setting Contrast on Dosimeter .................................................... 4-6

Running Studies .............................................................................. 4-7

Starting a Run .............................................................................. 4-7

Stopping a Study ............................................................................. 4-7

Indicators/Icons on the Display .................................................... 4-8

Viewing Measurements on the Display ....................................... 4-8

Locking or Securing your Dosimeter During Run ........................ 4-9

Locking or Securing ..................................................................... 4-9

Unlocking ..................................................................................... 4-9

CHAPTER 5 VIEWING YOUR STUDIES IN DETECTION

MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE ........................................................... 5-1

Downloading Data ........................................................................... 5-1

Viewing Data and Data Finder Page ............................................... 5-3

Report View ..................................................................................... 5-4

Panel Layout View (charts/graphs) .... 5-5

Quick Tips with Panels (charts/graphs) ....................................... 5-6

CHAPTER 6 ADDITIONAL PRODUCT SUPPORT ............................. 6-1

LED Indicator: Disable/Enable ....................................................... 6-1

Replacing Microphone and Windscreen ......................................... 6-2

Attaching/Detaching..................................................................... 6-2

CHAPTER 7 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE ..................................... 7-1

Technical Contacts.......................................................................... 7-1

Returning for Service ...................................................................... 7-2

APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................... A-1

Standards ........................................................................................ A-1

ANSI S1.25 Class Designation .................................................... A-1

Mechanical Characteristics ............................................................. A-1

Electrical Characteristics ................................................................. A-2

Environmental Effects ..................................................................... A-2

User Interface .................................................................................. A-3

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Display ......................................................................................... A-3

Keypad ......................................................................................... A-3

EdgeDock1 and EdgeDock5 ........................................................... A-3

Physical Attributes of EdgeDock1 and EdgeDock5 ..................... A-4

Measurements ................................................................................ A-4

Edge Block Diagram ....................................................................... A-7

APPENDIX B GLOSSARY OF TERMS................................................ B-1

APPENDIX C MEASUREMENT EQUATIONS ..................................... C-1

APPENDIX D RADIO APPROVALS PAGE ......................................... D-1

Europe ............................................................................................. D-1

USA ................................................................................................. D-1

FCC Caution ................................................................................... D-1

Industry Canada (IC) ....................................................................... D-2

INDEX

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Safety Information

This section gives instructions to promote safe and proper handling of
The Edge Personal Noise Dosimeter Model EG-4P.

W A R N I N G

Protection provided by the equipment will be impaired if not used in a

manner specified by the manufacturer.

I M P O R T A N T

There are no user-serviceable parts inside the instrument. Refer all

repair and maintenance to a qualified factory-authorized technician. All
maintenance and repair information in this manual is included for use
by a qualified factory-authorized technician.

Labels

Advisory labels and identification labels are attached to the outside of
the instrument housing and to the optics housing on the inside of the
instrument.

1. Serial number label
(back panel)

2. European symbol for non­disposable item. Item
must be recycled.

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Description of Caution/Warning Symbols

Appropriate caution/warning statements are used throughout the manual
and on the instrument that require you to take cautionary measures
when working with the instrument.

Caution

C A U T I O N

Failure to follow the procedures prescribed in this manual might result in

irreparable equipment damage. Important information about the
operation and maintenance of this instrument is included in this manual.

Warning

W A R N I N G

Warning means that unsafe use of the instrument could result in serious

injury to you or cause damage to the instrument. Follow the procedures
prescribed.

Caution or Warning Symbols

The following symbols may accompany cautions and warnings to
indicate the nature and consequences of hazards:

Warns that uninsulated voltage within the instrument may
have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock.
Therefore, it is dangerous to make contact with any part
inside the instrument.

Warns that the instrument contains a laser and that
important information about its safe operation and
maintenance is included in the manual.

Warns that the instrument is susceptible to electro-static
dissipation (ESD) and ESD protection procedures should
be followed to avoid damage.

Indicates the connector is connected to earth ground and
cabinet ground.

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Getting Help

To obtain assistance with this product or to submit suggestions, please
contact Customer Service:

TSI Incorporated
500 Cardigan Road
Shoreview, MN 55126 U.S.A.
Fax: [phone] (USA)
Fax: [phone] (International)
Telephone: [phone] (USA) or [phone]
International: 001 651 490 2860
E-mail Address: [e-mail]
Web site: www.tsi.com

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CHAPTER 1

Introduction

Dosimetry

Measuring noise in the workplace is an important element of hearing
conservation programs and noise reduction programs. With a noise

dosimeter, you can assess and determine a worker’s daily exposure to

noise levels. This information can be used to ensure compliance with
regulatory bodies or to ensure if hearing conservation programs are
needed.

To get you started quickly with the Edge, the first chapter is dedicated to
introducing basic noise dosimetry terms and information. The
subsequent chapters will guide you through setting up the dosimeter,
running studies, monitoring progress during the day, and assessing your
results with easy to follow steps and illustrations.

Figure 1-1

The Edge and Dosimetry

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Noise Dosimeter

What is a noise dosimeter and how does it compute measurements?
Essentially, a noise dosimeter is composed of the following: a

microphone with a preamplifier, a weighted network, fast or slow
response time, an internal clock, calculator, and memory to store
logged data.

The illustration below is a diagram of a basic noise dosimeter. The
microphone will, when exposed to a sound pressure, generate an
electrical signal. The signal will be increased by a preamplifier, and then
is regulated to an applicable level by the range control (dB range). The
signal then goes through a filter set or weighting system. The next circuit
is the response circuit, which controls the dampening of the readout. The
response choices are typically Slow or Fast. Finally, the results will
display on the dosimeter screen.

For computation and storage, the clock tracks the sampling time.
Dosimeters record how long sound levels exceeded a set upper limit.
The calculator computes a Lavg, a dose, a TWA, and other data. The
memory stores all times, calculations, and measurements.

For post-processing, Detection Management Software is used to view
and analyze your measurement results with the option to view and/or
print reports.

Mic &

Preamp

Range control

(70–140 dB)

Apply filters

(A or C weighting)

Fast/Slow
Response

Measurement

Results on the Edge

Clock

Calculator

File storage

system

DMS – Manage, setup and report

Figure 1-2

Illustration of how the Dosimeter Operates and Processes

Introduction 1-3

Range of Sound

Sound pressure is measured in decibels, or tenths of a Bel. Sound
pressure level is indicated as dB SPL. Since the human ear can detect
sounds with an extensive range of amplitude, a decibel scale is used to
simplify the measurement results. For example, the ratio between the
threshold of hearing and threshold of pain in the human ear if measured
in true energy is 10,000,000 times! The same range using the dB scale is
0–140 dB referenced to 20 µPa (Micropascals).

The quietest sound that humans can hear has an amplitude of
approximately 0 dB. Prolonged exposure to sound pressure levels
exceeding 85 dB can cause permanent damage to the ear. Sound levels
in excess of 130 dB are more than the human ear can safely withstand
and can result in serious pain and permanent damage.

What do the Standards Say?

Many organizations have studied and analyzed the effects of high sound
exposure on hearing. As a result, standards were developed to regulate
personal noise exposure. In the United States, the Occupational Safety
and Health Administration (OSHA), the Mine and Safety and Health
Administration (MSHA), and the American Conference of Governmental
Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) have all created regulations and limitations
on total permissible noise exposure. International standards are specified
by the health and safety regulations such as the European Union (EU)
Directive 2003/10/EC. Additionally, the International Electrotechnical
Commission (IEC) IEC-61252 has specific guidelines and regulations to
monitor noise in the workplace.

To access these copyrighted standards, please refer to the following:

• OSHA—http://www.osha.gov

• MSHA—http://www.msha.gov

• NIOSH—http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/noise

• ACGIH—http://www.acgih.org/

• IEC—http://www.iec.ch

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Applications of the Edge

The Edge has a cable-free, mounted microphone that converts sound
pressure into an electrical signal. This signal is conditioned, monitored,
and integrated over time in order to provide a host of automatically
calculated values that can be used in occupational and environmental
noise assessments. Programmable parameters permit the Edge to serve
many applications. The Edge can be used in the following applications:

• As a personal noise dosimeter—used to measure a worker's

daily exposure to noise levels. This information can be used to
ensure compliance with OSHA, MSHA, ACGIH, IEC, or your own
customized parameter settings to determine if your workers are
over-exposed to noise.

• As a time-history monitor—used to provide a worker's minute-

by-minute noise exposure levels. This data can help you identify
major contributors to the average daily noise exposure.

• As a survey monitor

• Throughout a plant/facility—used to oversee noise levels

throughout an entire facility. You can identify machines and
equipment which produce harmful noise levels.

• Specific areas in a plant/facility—used to identify key areas as

“noisy” and implement noise control options. Employees may be
exposed to unacceptable noise levels.

• As a peak dosimeter—used to detect the highest level of

instantaneous sound pressure.

Introduction 1-5

Noise Assessment Steps

1. Perform a task-based work flow analysis of unacceptable

“noisy” areas and list regulations/codes you will follow.

 Observe facility/areas and jot down areas of concern
 Check with standards and noise ordinance regulations in your

region/city.
❖ See Chapter 1 for basic information on dosimetry and

standards

2. Setting-up your dosimeter parameters for your noise studies.

 Customize measurement setup (i.e., criterion level, threshold,

weighting, exchange rate, etc.)

❖ See Chapter 2 for getting started with your dosimeter
❖ See Chapter 3 for customizing your set-up parameters
❖ See Chapter 5 for Noise study scenarios

3. Running your studies.

 Calibrate dosimeter
 Attach the dosimeter
 Run, observe, and stop your studies
 Understand display indicators

❖ See Chapter 4 “Running and operating the Edge”

4. View your results via DMS.

 Working with Charts and Graphs
 Organizing and saving your studies

❖ See Chapter 5 to view measurements with Detection

Management Software DMS

5. Develop corrective actions.

 Engineering: redesign tools, implement changes in

workstation

 Administrative: job sharing/rotations, redefinition of job

functions, reduce duration operating tool/equipment, and/or
implement medical surveillance

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The Edge Model

The “EG-4P” model features two virtual dosimeters with data logging.
Once the parameters are set and saved in the dosimeter, you can
monitor two different dosimeters by a single press of the Enter key. This
will toggle you between the two dosimeters.

Figure 1-3
Parameter Setup Screen for EG-4P

Virtual Dosimeters

You can monitor and log noise studies by enabling two different
parameter settings in one dosimeter, also referred to as “virtual
dosimeters”. For instance, you may want to set one dosimeter to log
using the OSHA HC (Occupational Safety and Health Administration ­Hearing Conversation) parameters and also monitor noise with the
OSHA PEL (Occupational Safety and Health Administration –
Permissible Exposure Level) settings.

A few scenarios of virtual dosimeters include:

• Industrial noise control

• Hearing conservation compliance

• Work site assessments

• Personal noise verification

• Military applications

• Regulatory compliance (i.e., OSHA, MSHA, IEC, ACGIH)

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CHAPTER 2

Getting Started

This chapter is designed to guide you through basic information to begin
logging your studies.

Checking the Equipment

If your instrument was sent to you in a storage case, you will want to
remove all the packaging and acquaint yourself with the following
equipment so you can quickly get started with your noise studies.

NOTE

Depending on the accessories you selected, the dosimeter may have
the following components. For the docking stations, you will either
have an EdgeDock1 or an EdgeDock5. (For more information on
parts/accessories, please refer to https://www.tsi.com/.)

Picture

Description

Picture

Description

Edge Model EG-4P

• Microphone and

windscreen attached

• Mounting clasps

attached

EdgeDock1

DMS software

Optional feature

EdgeDock5

Extra windscreen for
microphone

**Universal
charger adapter
(Power supply
cord for the
docking station)

USB cable—connects
EdgeDock to the PC

Figure 2-1
Identifying your Equipment

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Turning On

1. To turn on the Edge, press the on/off and enter button.

 The Edge splash screen (see Figure 2-2 for an example) will

appear indicating the firmware version. After the splash screen
disappears, the screen will be in the measurement view.

Figure 2-2

Powered on with Splash Screen Displayed

Getting Started 2-3

LED Indicator

There is a three-color LED indicator on the Edge, located to the right of
the TSI logo which includes Red, Amber, and Green.

Table 2-1 identifies when and why the LED indicator color will appear.

NOTE

The LED indicator can be disabled via DMS (see section, “Dose

indicator LED”).

LED indicator

Figure 2-3

LED Indicator

Table 2-1
LED Indicators Explained

LED indicator

Explanation

Red

A flashing red LED indicates the dose has exceeded
the alarm level.

Amber

A flashing amber LED indicates the dosimeter is
stopped and has not exceeded the dose alarm level.

Green

A flashing green LED indicates the dosimeter is
running and has not exceeded the dose alarm level.

Navigating

Once the dosimeter is “Powered-On,” press the up/down ▲/▼ arrows to
navigate through the measurement values and battery run time.

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Turning Off

1. Press and hold the on/off and enter

button.

 “3, 2, and 1” countdown will appear as the dosimeter is

powered off.

NOTE

To halt the power off mode, let go of the on/off enter button.

Display and Keypad

The keypad is used to run and stop your studies, view your
measurement values, and power on and off the dosimeter.

Diagram

Windscreen and microphone

LED indicator

 Red – indicates dose exceeded the alarm level
 Amber – dosimeter stopped
 Green – dosimeter measuring

Display (Splash screen shown)

 View data and various indicators

Up Arrow ▲

 Used to scroll through display/screen views

On/Off and Enter

 Used to power On/Off the meter.
 Used to switch between (toggle) dosimeter one

and dosimeter two measurements and settings.

Run ► and Stop ■

 Used to activate meter when running or logging

measurements.

 Used to Stop your noise study.

Down arrow ▼

 Used to scroll through display/screen views

Figure 2-4

Edge Keypad

Getting Started 2-5

TSI Detection Management Software

TSI Detection Management Software (DMS) is a software application
designed by TSI® Incorporated that runs under the Windows® operating
system. You can use DMS for a variety of functions related to the Edge
dosimeter and with many other TSI®/Quest™ instruments. DMS has the
ability to customize your set-up parameters, display data, manipulate
data, and create reports.

Loading

To load DMS, follow the screen prompts.
The software will automatically load the drivers for the EdgeDock1 and/or

EdgeDock5. If loading from the TSI® Detection Internet site, follow the
directions online located at www.tsi.com.

Docking Station Functionality

Depending on the kit you purchased, you may have an EdgeDock1
and/or an EdgeDock5. Both are designed similarly with the same LED
indicators. The main difference with the EdgeDock5 is that it has five
bays for docking, charging, and/or managing the dosimeters. If desired,
the EdgeDock5 will charge all docked instruments at one time.

The docking station serves a dual-purpose role:

1. It is used to charge the battery on the dosimeter(s).

2. It is used to communicate between the software (DMS) and the
dosimeter (i.e., import, export settings and measurement files).

Charging Indicator

Power Indicator

Charge contacts

Power connector

USB connector

Figure 2-5

EdgeDock1

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Docking Station Components

The table below explains the EdgeDock1 or EdgeDock5 LED indicators,
power connector, USB connector, and contact pins.

Table 2-2
EdgeDock1 and EdgeDock5 components

Docking station

components

Explanation

Charging indicator

Identifies if the dosimeter is “charging” or “fully
charged”. A red blinking LED indicates the

dosimeter is charging. A solid green LED
equates to a fully charged dosimeter. (Note the
charging indicator is the first, or top, LED
indicator.)

Power indicator

An amber LED indicates the docking station is
powered on.

Power connector

Attach the power connector cable to the docking
station in order to charge the dosimeter(s).

USB connector

Attach the USB connector to communicate with
the dosimeter(s).

Charge Contacts

Placing the dosimeter (s) onto the charge
contacts allows charging and communication.

EdgeDock1 or EdgeDock5

The EdgeDock1 and EdgeDock5 are powered by a 12-volt charger
adapter.

Figure 2-6 illustrates the assembly of the charger adapter and the plug
adapter. It slides into place by guiding it down the back cavity (opening)
of the power supply.

NOTE

The example is a typical adapter which may be different than the one
you are using. Mechanically, it will function similarly.

A. Charger adapter

B. Slide plug adapter into the

crevices of base

Figure 2-6

Attaching the Charger Adapter with the Plug Adapter

Getting Started 2-7

Powering EdgeDock1 or EdgeDock5

➢ Powering EdgeDock1 or EdgeDock5

1. Assemble the charger adapter and plug adapter as illustrated in
Figure 2-6. (It will be the same process for an EdgeDock5.)

2. Plug the charger adapter directly into the wall (electrical wall plate).

3. Plug the opposite end into the power connector (or jack) of the
EdgeDock1.

NOTE

An amber, solid light will appear indicating power to the charger.

EdgeDock1

LED
indicator

Amber light
indicates
“ON”.

Charger adapter cord

Figure 2-7

Attaching charger adapter to EdgeDock1 and EdgeDock5

Charging your Dosimeter

The number of hours you have used your dosimeter from your last charge
will impact your total charge time. To charge a fully discharged battery,

allow approximately 4 to 4.5 hours of charge time.

➢ How to Charge

1. Plug in the power adapter to the EdgeDock (see Figure 2-7).

• When powered on, the EdgeDock bottom LED indicator will

appear solid amber.

2. Slide the Edge (1) downward onto the Hook of the EdgeDock (see
Figure 2-8 below).

NOTE

When the dosimeter is docked, the top LED indicator on the base will
be illuminated. A red flashing LED indicates it is charging. A green
solid LED indicates a fully charged battery.

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1

Backside of Edge

2

EdgeDock1

Open cavity &
contacts

Slides into “Hook” of

EdgeDock. The
contacts will align to
each other.

Hook
Contacts
Dosimeter LED

dock
Docking station

LED

3

Docked

Figure 2-8

Docking the Edge with a Single and 5-bay Docks

Mounting the Docking Station to a Wall

The docking station is equipped with two single screw slots in case you
wish to mount the docking station to the wall. The figure below displays
the backside of the single bay dock.

Screw slots
Used to mount to a wall

Figure 2-9

Backside of EdgeDock1

Getting Started 2-9

Storing the Dosimeter

The best place to keep the dosimeter is on a powered ON docking
station. You may safely leave it docked there indefinitely. You may
disconnect the computer USB cable to move your laptop or computer
any time you are not using the DMS software.

Additionally, if the dosimeter is docked and stored on the docking station
when the docking station is powered off, it will still draw a small amount
of battery power from the dosimeter. In this condition, it is recommended
to store the dosimeter(s) separately from the docking station.

To preserve the life of the battery, it is suggested that the dosimeter is
turned off when you are storing the dosimeter in a carry case or other
storage place.

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CHAPTER 3

Setting up the Edge via
Detection Management
Software

Noise Studies

The EG-4P model comes equipped with two customizable user setups.
You have the option to customize the parameters for threshold values,
exchange rate values, an upper limit value, and a criterion level.

This chapter explains data storage, the pre-set views on the dosimeter,
and how to customize the parameters and display of your Edge via
Detection Management Software (DMS). It concludes with an
explanation of downloading data from the dosimeter to the software.

Family:

Noise Dosimeters

Edge model

Download panel

Figure 3-1

Edge Setup and Retrieve Data Buttons in Detection Management Software

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Understanding What Data is Stored

When you are running noise dosimetry studies, there are two types of
data stored on the dosimeter which include the summary data and time
history (or Logged) data.

Summary Data

Summary data represents values that occurred over the entire run of the
study. For an average value, such as Lavg, it represents the average
decibel value over the entire run time. Peak and Max values are the
highest measurements that occurred throughout the run time.

Figure 3-2
Sample Summary Data from Data Management Software Reporting

Time History

Time history data is also referred as “logged data” which plots

measurement values in minute by minute intervals.
Time History data represents values that occurred over the most recent

time period, which is the logging interval. For example, if the log interval
is 1 minute then the Peak value is the highest Peak value for that
1 minute, and the Lavg value is the average dB value for that 1 minute.

Figure 3-3
Sample Time History Data (or logged data) Chart

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Logging

EG-4P model only logs at one minute intervals and includes the following
measurements:

• Meter 1 logs Lavg/Leq, Lcpk, and L

ASMX

• Meter 2 logs Lavg/Leq

If the dosimeter runs for one hour, then it will log 60 Lavg/Leq results,
and 60 L

ASMAX

/Lcpk levels. In DMS, you can customize the logged data

chart results by checking Lavg/Leq, Lcpk, and/or L

ASMAX

measurement

values when using the button.

Views on the Edge

The Edge is a user-friendly and customizable dosimeter. In DMS, you
may select the appropriate measurement values or views to appear or
not appear on the display of your dosimeter using the Display Setup
configuration as displayed below. Table 3-1 briefly identifies the
displayed data values and views with a brief definition. (See the glossary
for additional information of these terms.)

NOTE

The measurements/parameters are viewable in charts and graphs in
DMS when downloaded.

Edge: customize
what appears on
the display

Measurements/parameters which
appear on the Edge

Figure 3-4
Customizing Display View

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Definitions of Data Log Values and Views

To set up the Edge and work with noise-level data, you will want to have
a good understanding of the terms listed in Table 3-1.

NOTE

The following table is based on A-weighted, slow measurements.
Thus, if you choose A or C-weighted with Fast or Slow response the
measurement values will change on the display (i.e., you selected
sound pressure level with C-weighting with Fast response, it will
display as LCF.) For further details, please see “Edge Measurement

Descriptors/Variants” in Table 3-2.

Table 3-1

Dosimeter Views and Definitions

Views on
the EDGE

Explanation

LAS

Sound pressure level—is the basic measure of noise
loudness, expressed in decibels. (In DMS this is noted as
“SPL.”)

L

ASMX

Maximum sound level—is the highest sound level
recorded during a measurement interval with a particular
response setting (Slow or Fast) and weighting (A or C). L

MAX

is the highest value that is included in Lavg or dose
calculations.

• Under OSHA regulations, unprotected workers may not
be exposed to maximum sound levels greater than
115 dB, measured with a Slow response rate.

Lcpk

Peak Level—is the highest instantaneous sound pressure
level recorded during a measurement interval. Unlike the
maximum level, the peak is detected independently of
dosimeter settings for response rate or weighting.

• Under OSHA regulations, unprotected workers may not
be exposed to peak sound levels greater than 140 dB.

L

ASMN

Minimum sound level—The lowest sampled sound level
during the measurement interval allowing for the unit’s

Response Time setting (Fast or Slow).

Lavg

Average sound level— (in dB) computed for a chosen time
duration, based on a 4, 5, or 6 dB exchange rate. Lavg with
a 3 dB exchange rate is referred to as Leq (equivalent
sound level). All sound levels at or above the threshold level
are averaged into the calculations relating to noise
exposure. Lavg is typically calculated with no threshold, with
a threshold of 80 dB or with a threshold of 90 dB.

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Views on
the EDGE

Explanation

L

TWA

Time-weighted average—is the sound level (in dB) that is
accumulated for any time period but with its average level
computed over an 8-hour period. TWA is usually measured
with A-weighting, Slow response, and a 5 dB exchange
rate.

• All sound levels at or above the threshold level (cutoff
level) are averaged into the calculations relating to noise
exposure. TWA is calculated with no cutoff, with cutoff 1
(typically 80 dB), or with cutoff 2 (typically 90 dB).

• If the time period is less than 8 hours, the TWA will be
less than the Lavg/Leq. If the time period is more than
8 hours, the TWA will be more than the Lavg/Leq.

LAE

Sound Exposure Level (SEL) —The sound exposure level
averages the sampled sound over a one second period.
Assuming the sampled run time to be greater than one
second, SEL is the equivalent one-second noise that would
be equal in energy to the noise that was sampled. SEL is
typically measured using a 3 dB exchange rate without a
threshold. (LAE is not used by OSHA.)

Dose

Dose—Related to the Criterion Level, a dose reading of
100% is the maximum allowable exposure to accumulated
noise. For OSHA, 100% dose occurs for an average sound
level of 90 dB over an 8 hour period (or any equivalent
exposure). (Please see Glossary of Terms for more details).

UL

Upper Limit—is the amount of time that the sound level
exceeds a preset level (the Upper Limit).

Response
Level

(Fast,
Slow)

Typically, noise is not constant. Using a response of Slow or
Fast simply flattens the noise fluctuation and makes the
sound level easier to work with.

Slow: 1 second (1,000 milliseconds, or msec)
Fast: 0.125 second (125 milliseconds)

RT

Run Time—The overall time of your noise study.

Weighting
(A, C)

A and C weighting are types of frequency filters that cover

the frequency range of human hearing (20Hz to 20 kHz).

• “A” weighting: The “A” weighted filter attempts to make

the dosimeter respond closer to the way the human ear
hears. It attenuates the frequencies below several
hundred hertz as well as the high frequencies above six

thousand hertz. “A” weighted measurements are often

reported as dBA.

• “C” weighting: provides a fairly flat frequency

response with only slight attenuation of the very high and

very low frequencies. “C” weighting is intended to

represent how the ear perceives sound at high decibel

levels and is often used as a “flat” response when

LINEAR is not available. “C” weighted measurements are
often reported as dBC.

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Views on
the EDGE

Explanation

Memory storage symbol—

EG-4P: The EG-4P model displays the total memory
storage remaining in hours and minutes. For example, if it
displays the memory symbol 181:50 this represents
181 hours and 50 minutes of memory storage remaining on
the dosimeter.

Calendar symbol—The calendar symbol and calendar field

displays the day-month-year.

Battery power clock symbol—The battery power clock

symbol identifies the number of hours and minutes of

battery time remaining on the dosimeter.

Edge Measurement Descriptors/Variants

The following is an explanation of the Edge descriptors and equivalents
for SPL, Lmax, Lmin, & Lpk.

Table 3-2
Dosimeter Measurement Descriptors/Variants

Descriptors

Variants

LXX

Sound pressure level

• LAS: sound level, A weighting, Slow response

• LCS: sound level, C weighting, Slow response

• LAF: sound level, A weighting, Fast response

• LCF: sound level, C weighting, Fast response

L

XXMX

Maximum sound level

• L

ASMX

: maximum level, A weighting, Slow response

• L

CSMX

: maximum level, C weighting, Slow response

• L

AFMX

: maximum level, A weighting, Fast response

• L

CFMX

: maximum level, C weighting, Fast response

L

XPK

Peak Level

• L

CPK

: peak level, C weighting

• L

ZPK

: peak level, Z weighting

L

XXMN

Minimum sound level

• L

ASMN

: minimum level, A weighting, Slow response

• L

CSMN

: minimum level, C weighting, Slow response

• L

AFMN

: minimum level, A weighting, Fast response

• L

CFMN

: minimum level, C weighting, Fast response

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Docking

Communicating and Downloading Data

By using your docking station, USB cable, software, and your dosimeter,
you can quickly communicate between the software and the dosimeter.
There are two methods for communicating which are:

• Send setup data: Enables you to configure your set-up parameters
in TSI Detection Management Software and download these
parameters to the Edge.

• Retrieve data: You have the capability to retrieve the data from the
dosimeter into DMS in order to view and analyze your studies in
DMS’ charts, graphs, and reporting functionality.

➢ How to Connect your Dosimeter to the Computer

1. Dock the dosimeter on the EdgeDock1 (or 5) and turn on the
dosimeter by pressing the button.

2. Plug the USB cable into the computer. (See “A” in Figure 3-4).

3. Plug the opposite end into the docking station (See “B” and “C”).

NOTE

The docking station will be powered through the computer; thus, it
is not required to attach the charger adapter. To charge the
dosimeter, plug in the charger adapter. (See “Charging your

Dosimeter” for more information.)

A

B

C

Figure 3-5

Communicating—Connecting a Docked Edge to a PC

3-8

4. For first time use of a docking station, Welcome to the found new

hardware wizard will appear (see Figure 3-6). Select No and press
Next through the remaining wizard. At the end of the wizard, press
Finish.

• This will install the hardware components associated with your

EdgeDock1 and/or EdgeDock5.

NOTE

If you have more than one EdgeDock1 or EdgeDock5, this wizard
will appear for each new dock which is connected to your PC.

Figure 3-6

New Hardware Wizard for Edge Dock

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Customizing Set-Up Parameters in Detection Management Software

Customizing and saving setups are performed via Detection
Management Software (DMS). The following sections discuss each of
the setup screens and explain how to save and send the parameters to
the dosimeter(s).

NOTE

The following DMS settings apply to the EG-4P model. If you are also
using other models such as the EG-3/EG-4 and have them docked in a
5-bay charger, they will appear in the “Edge Bay Charger” tree section.
If you are also using other models (EG-5) and have them docked in a
5-bay charger, they will appear in the “Edge Bay Charger” tree section
with an icon. To select Edge 5 models, first select the Model (on

the left-hand panel) and then click the Refresh button. The
instruments are selected by clicking in the checkbox(es).

Example of EdgeDock-5 with
Edge 4 selected in the first bay

Figure 3-7

Example of EdgeDock 5 with Edge 4 Selected

Dosimeter Setting

The Edge general settings are used to setup the instrument with basic
parameters. The EG-4P model features two virtual dosimeters in one
with two customized, user-defined settings. Refer to the Edge dosimeter
settings table below for an explanation of setup details.

1. Click on the Dosimeter tab from the Edge’s Instrument Configuration
panel (see 1). To change the dosimeter settings, follow one (or all) of
the selection options below.

• Click on the checkbox to enable the dosimeter (LED)

heartbeat, Dose indicator LED, and/or the Meter 1/Meter 2
Threshold settings.

• Click in the circular button to select the response time (fast or

slow), peak weighting (C or Z), and/or RMS Weighting (A or C).

• To set the numeric fields either type in a value or use the

arrows to enter appropriate values for the Meter1/Meter 2 settings
(threshold, upper limit, exchange rate, criterion level, and RMS
weighting).

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2. When Meter 1 and Meter 2 settings are “enabled”, this will log (for
EG-4P model only) two different setups simultaneously. Typically,
users will set the meter 1 and meter 2 with different regulatory or
local standards (such as EU directive and OSHA).

3. To set the dosimeter settings, save and send to the Edge (for more
details see “Saving and Sending/Setting Configurations”).

Dosimeter
settings
explained in the
Edge dosimeter
settings (below).

Figure 3-8

Dosimeter Screen

➢ Edge Dosimeter Settings

Table 3-3
Dosimeter fields explained for the Edge

Dosimeter
settings for the
Edge

Name Field

*Note: Refer to Glossary for more detailed
information.

Heartbeat enable

When enabled (or checked), the LED will flash
green while running and flash amber when stopped.

Response

Either Slow Time Response or Fast Time Response
is applied to the measurements. (Typically Slow
time response is used in the US market while Fast
is used in the EU communities.)

C-A enable

[EG-5 ONLY]: When enabled (or checked), C
minus A will be calculated.

Projected Time

[EG-5 ONLY]: A selectable time parameter via the

up/down arrows or type in a value. The projected
time value is used to make projected dose
calculation for the dose measurement.

[EG-4/4P]: 8 Hours

Peak Weighting

Select either A, C or Z for the peak frequency
weighting.

Dose indicator
LED

When enabled (or checked), the LED will flash red
when the dose value exceeds the designated
entered value.

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Dosimeter
settings for the
Edge

Name Field

*Note: Refer to Glossary for more detailed
information.

Setup name

(Optional field) A setup name may be entered into
the Meter 1 and/or Meter 2 fields. When set, it
appears on the top of Edge’s display (example
setup names: OHSHA, MSHA, EU directive).

Threshold enable

When the checkbox is selected and a value is
entered for meter 1 and/or meter 2, the threshold is
used to calculate Lavg, TWA, and Dose
measurements.

Upper Limit

Select a UL dB level by the up/down arrows or by
typing in a value. (Note: The upper limit (UL) is a
measurement setting in which the user selects a
specific decibel level. The UL value records the
amount of time that the Sound level is at or greater
than the entered level.)

RMS Weighting

Select either A or C RMS Weighting. (NOTE: The
RMS (root mean square) are the results from the
Edge with the response time and weighting settings
taken into account.)

Criterion Level

Select a Criterion level via the up/down arrow or by
typing in a value. (NOTE: Criterion level is the
average SPL that will result in 100% dose over the
criterion time and is typically set by a regulatory
agency such as OSHA, EU directive.)

Exchange Rate

Enter in (or select with up/down arrows) 3, 4, or
5 dB. ER refers to how sound energy is averaged
over time. (OSHA uses a 5 dB doubling rate while
most of the world uses 3 dB.)

Display Setting

The display screen is used to customize the parameters which will
appear on your Edge. It is organized by two columns, the “Display

position” and the “Item to Display” and includes a “Set selected Items”

selection/drop down box. The display position indicates the order of the

parameter (or item) which will appear on the display, while the “Item to
display” designates the measurement or parameter. The example/figure

below displays the SPL, Max, Min, Lavg, TWA, Dose, UL, RT, and
battery time remaining parameters to appear on the display.
(NOTE: There are up to 18 selectable parameters. Off indicates no item
will appear.)

1. Click on the Display tab from the Edge’s Instrument Configuration
panel (see 1). To customize the display, click on either the Display
position (see 1) or the Item to Display field (see 2). The field will be
shaded in blue when selected.

2. Click on the drop-down box of the Set Selected Item field (see 3)
and select a parameter (see 4).

3. Repeat these steps as needed to select each position.

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NOTE

“OFF” indicates that no item/parameter is selected.

4. To set the display features (see 5), save and send to the Edge (for
more details see “Saving and Sending/Setting Configurations”).

Figure 3-9
Edge Display Screen

Security Setting

The security setting is a type of “locking” feature (or secure run feature)
that enables you to password protect the instrument to prevent users
from inadvertently terminating a study. Initially, this feature is set through
the software and turned on once in run mode by pressing run/stop key
three consecutive times. (To unlock, press run/stop key three
consecutive times and then press power key.) To set this feature, follow
the steps below.

1. Click on the Security tab from the Edge’s Instrument Configuration
panel (see 1). To enable, click on the Enabled check box. (Ensure
the specific Edge is selected and communicating to the software.
See “Communicating & Downloading Data” for more information.)

2. Next, select either Not Displayed (see 2) or Displayed (see 3) for
the measurement visibility.

NOTE

If measurement visibility is set to “not displayed” then a padlock icon

appears on the Edge display. If displayed is selected, the
measurements appear with a small key in the header section of the
display indicating the instrument cannot be stopped during a run while
in secure run mode.

3. Click the button to set the security setting (for more
details, see “Saving and Sending/Setting Configurations”).

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Figure 3-10
Edge Security Setting Screen

Auto Run Setting

With the Edge auto run setting, you may program up to two auto start
and auto stop configurations when start date and duration parameters
are enabled. This may be useful if you want to pre-set the instruments to
run and stop for a specific time period, such as a week-long study. See
steps below to enable.

1. Click on the Auto Run tab from the Edge’s Instrument Configuration
panel (see 1) and click in the Enable auto run mode checkbox
(see 2).

2. To program Date 1, click in the Enabled checkbox and select a Start

Date (by using the calendar icon or type in a date). Select the
Duration, by either typing in the time (designated in hours, minutes,

and seconds) or using the up/down arrows (see 3). (Repeat this step
to setup a second Auto run mode, except select Date 2. See 4.)

3. Click the button to set the auto run setting (for more
details, see “Saving and Sending/Setting Configurations”).

NOTE

On the Edge, Power Off the instrument when the configuration is set in
order to auto-start the instrument.

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Figure 3-11

Edge Auto Run Screen

Firmware Update

Edge firmware updates are performed in DMS when the instruments are
docked, communicating, and the update key is selected. Please follow
the steps below prior to updating your Edge(s).

NOTE

This feature enables you to update all of your docked Edges (when
powered on and not in run mode).

1. Click on the Firmware tab from the Instrument Configuration panel
(see 1) and ensure to dock the Edge (or Edges). Please read steps
under “Firmware Update” prior to updating (see 2).

• Press button to refresh the docked instruments (if

necessary).

2. Press the button and please wait until the software states that
it is Done. (Example of the message, See 3).

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Figure 3-12

Edge Firmware Update Screen

Saving and Sending/Setting Configurations

With the Edge, there are saved setup profiles used to quickly access and
apply to The Edge(s). Below explains how to save configuration settings
in DMS and how to send/set to the instrument.

NOTE

If you want to only send the setup, skip to step 3. Refer to this section
as you setup your instrument.

1. To save the Edge configuration in the software, click on a name in
the Configuration Profile Management panel (See 1).

NOTE

The name will be shaded a light gray when selected.

• To create a new profile name, click and type in a profile

name. Click Save. (It will save under the configuration profile
management panel).

2. Click on the button (see 2) and type in a Name. Click Ok.

NOTE

This saves the configuration file in the software.

• Or click button and rename the setting by typing in a

name. Click Ok.

3. To send to the instrument, select the (see 3).

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Figure 3-13
Saving and Sending Edge Setups Screen

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CHAPTER 4

Running and Operating
your Dosimeter

The focus of this chapter is to discuss the procedures for running and
operating the Edge and includes positioning, calibrating, and viewing the
Edge measurements.

Overview of Running a Study

The list below is a brief overview of the steps for running a study.

Quick Help List: Typical Dosimetry Session

1. Turn the dosimeter on and check your battery power.

2. Reset the dosimeter.

3. This will clear out all of the data history before your study begins to
ensure you have sufficient memory space on the Edge.

4. Set-up your study parameters via DMS.

5. Calibrate the dosimeter.

6. Attach the dosimeter for your personal noise study.

7. Press the Run/Stop button to start the study.

8. When you are ready to end your study, press the Run/Stop
button to stop the study.

9. Review your results either on the meter or download to DMS for
further analysis (graphs/charts, saving and printing).

Figure 4-1
Quick Help List for Running a Study

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Positioning the Edge on your Shirt

Depending on what accessories you ordered with the Edge, you may
have either clips on the top and bottom of the dosimeter or some other
type of mounting device. (Refer to Chapter 6, “Technical Support”).

➢ How to Attach the Dosimeter

1. Clip the dosimeter on your shirt and ensure the microphone is
positioned as high on your shoulder as possible and away from
your neck.

a. If the noise seems to come from one direction, place it on the

shoulder and near the noise source.

b. During monitoring, keep clothing from coming into contact with

the windscreen to avoid contaminating your results.

Positioning

Figure 4-2
Positioning/Attaching the Edge Dosimeter

Windscreen and Maintenance

Before measuring, ensure the windscreen is free from any accumulated
dirt. If you ordered a kit (as explained in Chapter 2), there are
replacement windscreens in the carrying case for your convenience.
Please refer to Figure 6-1 for details on replacing the windscreen.

Checking Battery Power

Typically, the life of the battery is approximately 60+ hours when Display
Timeout is enabled (see Appendix A for specific specifications). The

dosimeter can be charged at any time by using your EdgeDock.
There are two battery identifiers on the dosimeter which are the battery

indicator icon and the battery power clock (see Figure 4-3).

Running and Operating your Dosimeter 4-3

➢ Checking Battery Power

1. The battery indicator icon (located at the top right of your screen)
gives an approximation of battery life and is always present.

• If low battery appears, less than 8 hours of run time is available.

2. Additionally, there is a battery time remaining measurement which
identifies the number of hours and minutes remaining on the
dosimeter.

3. To view, press the up/down arrows ▲/▼. This will navigate you
through the views of the dosimeter.

NOTE

The battery time remaining measurement can be disabled from the
view of the meter. See Chapter 3 for explanation on changing the
display.

Battery indicator icon
When fully shaded, this indicates
full battery life.

Battery time remaining

Figure 4-3

Battery indicators

Calibrating

TSI recommends you calibrate your dosimeter before you run your
study(ies) and after your study(ies) to ensure highly accurate
measurement results. The steps below address how to calibrate for
either a pre or post calibration.

➢ Calibrating the Dosimeter

1. Remove the windscreen from the dosimeter by unscrewing it (see
Figure 6-1).

2. Ensure the Edge is turned on and in the stop mode (see “Turning on”
and “Turning Off”).

3. Slide the Edge microphone into the mouth of the calibrator.

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NOTE

Ensure the adapter ring is inserted into the mouth of the calibrator
before you slide the Edge into the cavity.

4. Turn on the calibrator and ensure parameters are set to 114 dB and
1000 Hz. (See calibration manual for operation details.)

“CAL” flashes

Figure 4-4

Calibrating

5. “CAL” will flash on the display when detected. If CAL does not
display, you may activate Cal mode by depressing and holding the
2 buttons: UP and DOWN at the same time, for about 3 seconds.

6. Press the on/off enter button to trigger the (field) calibration
display.

7. To match the values on the calibration display, press repeatedly the
up or down arrow in order to select the exact output on the calibrator
(i.e., 114 dB).

8. When you have selected the appropriate dB level, press the on/off
enter button.

9. A shaded bar will appear loading your calibration information. Then a
summary calibration screen will appear indicating the dB level with
date and time displayed.

10. To return to the measurement view screen, press the on/off enter

.

11. To end the calibration steps, turn off the calibrator. Detach the
dosimeter from the calibrator.

Running and Operating your Dosimeter 4-5

Resetting the Dosimeter

The Edge can be reset through the dosimeter keypad or via Detection
Management Software. The steps below outline how to reset your
dosimeter through the dosimeter keypad. See the Detection

Management Software manual section “Edge: Clearing Instrument
Memory” for how to reset the dosimeter through the software.

➢ Reset

1. Ensure the meter is Off.

2. Turn the meter on by pressing the on/off enter button.

3. When the splash screen appears, press and hold the run/stop
and on/off enter buttons until the splash disappears.

Edge Splash Screen

Figure 4-5

Splash Screen

4. The Setup menu appears on the Edge. Press the up or down

arrow to select the reset icon (symbol).

NOTE

Setup menu is used to reset the dosimeter, change the contrast, and
return to the main view.

Reset icon

Arrows and
enter key

Indicates the valid
keys are selected

Checkmark icon

Is the selection to exit
the setup menu

Figure 4-6
Resetting the Edge from the keypad

5. Press and hold the on/off enter button.

6. A 3, 2, 1 countdown will appear, and then a shaded bar will appear
indicating the dosimeter is being reset.

7. Press the down arrow until the checkmark icon is selected (denoted
by the arrows). Then, press the on/off enter button to return to
the measurement view screen.

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Setting Contrast on Dosimeter

➢ Contrast

1. Ensure the meter is Off.

2. Turn the meter on by pressing the on/off/enter button.

3. When the splash screen appears, press and hold the run/stop
and on/off enter

buttons (see Figure 4-5 for splash screen).

4. The Setup menu appears on the Edge. Repeatedly press the arrow

key until the Contrast symbol is selected.

NOTE

Setup menu is used to reset the dosimeter, change the contrast, and
return to the main view.

Contrast icon

Arrows and enter
key Indicates the

valid keys are
selected

Checkmark icon

Is the selection to exit
the setup menu

Figure 4-7
Changing the Contrast from the Keypad

5. Next press the on/off enter button.

6. A number will appear on your display (i.e., 50). Press the up or
down arrow to increase or decrease the contrast of the Edge.

7. Press on/off enter button to accept the new contrast value.

8. To return to the measurement view screen, press the down arrow
and press the on/off/enter button.

Running and Operating your Dosimeter 4-7

Running Studies

With a couple pushes on the keypad buttons, you will be running and
viewing your study(ies). Following your study(ies), you can load the
data/files into DMS to manipulate, analyze, save, and create reports
(See Chapter 5 for viewing your logged data in Detection Management
Software).

Starting a Run

➢ How to Run a Noise Study

1. If your dosimeter is turned off, press the on/off enter button to
power on.

2. Press and hold the run/stop button.

• A 3, 2, 1 countdown will appear.

3. When running, the following will appear:

• A run indicator will appear on the top-right side.

• The LED indicator will flash green (unless you disabled this in

DMS.)

Measurements

• Use up/down arrow to

move through values.

• Views are

customizable via
DMS setup.

Flashing green LED

Indicates running

Battery indicator

Run indicator

Appears when running

Figure 4-8
Display screen while running

Stopping a Study

While the dosimeter is running, you can end the study by pressing and
holding the stop button.

➢ How to Stop a Noise Study

1. While running, press and hold the run/stop button.
a. A 3, 2, 1 countdown will appear.
b. The stop indicator ■ will be shown in the display.

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Indicators/Icons on the Display

The Edge is equipped to notify you of operational/status updates. These
indicators (or alert notices) are located on the top right-hand side of the
screen. Table 4-1 explains the function of each indicator.

Table 4-1
Indicators (i.e., run, stop, battery, and overload)

Indicator
Icon

Explanation

■

Stop—indicates the dosimeter is currently in the stop
status (opposed to run).

►

Run—indicates the dosimeter is currently logging a study.

Battery charge status—when completely shaded in black,

this indicates full battery power. If half shaded, this
represents ½ battery power

OL

Overload—will appear whenever the input signal exceeds
the range of the dosimeter.

Viewing Measurements on the Display

The up/down arrows on the keypad of the dosimeter enable you to move
through the various measurements. For specific information on the views
of the Edge, please see “Views on the Edge”).

➢ Viewing Measurements

1. Press the or arrows to move through the views on the
display.

NOTE

If you enabled only one measurement to appear on the display, when
you press the up/down arrows it will not show any other measurement

values. (To enable additional measurement settings, see the “Edge

Display Screen”.)

Measurement Views on the Edge

Figure 4-9
Measurement View on the Edge

Running and Operating your Dosimeter 4-9

Locking or Securing your Dosimeter During Run

As explained previously under DMS set-up parameters, the security or
lock feature is designed to lock the meter during run to ensure the study
will not be stopped unless the lock feature is disabled. (Setting this
feature is programmed via DMS. See “Security Setting” for more details.)

Locking or Securing

➢ How to Lock or Secure

1. Turn the dosimeter on and press the run/stop button to begin
logging your study.

2. To enable the lock, press run/stop button three consecutive
times within one second intervals.

• The Lock screen will appear.

Key indicator
Indicates dosimeter is
locked while running.

Padlock icon

Secure all

Figure 4-10

Locking/Securing run

NOTE

If lock/secure run does not activate, check that locking is set up on your
dosimeter.

Unlocking

➢ How to Unlock

1. To unlock, press run/stop button three consecutive times,
within one second intervals, and then press the on/off enter

button.

a. If the padlock icon and the key indicator were on the screen, these

will vanish and the measurement view will appear along with the
run indicator.

b. If you enabled the lock feature (with the key indicator showing and

the measurement view showing), the key indicator will disappear.

2. To stop your study, press the run/stop button and the 3, 2, 1
will display as it ends the study.

a. To download and view your results in DMS, see Chapter 5.

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CHAPTER 5

Viewing your Studies in
Detection Management
Software

The focus of this chapter is to discuss how to view your studies with the
TSI Detection Management Software (DMS). The first section explains
how to retrieve your studies from the dosimeter, and the subsequent
sections will walk you through viewing, organizing, and customizing
your studies.

NOTE

You have the option of ten different languages in DMS including:
Chinese (Simplified), English, French, German, Italian, Korean,
Portuguese, Japanese, Russian, and Spanish.

Downloading Data

Loading your studies entails communicating, downloading the
sessions/studies (files) and viewing the files in the data finder page,
charts and graphs, and/or report views.

➢ Downloading

1. Ensure DMS is downloaded.

• Install the software from the USB flash drive or visit our website

at https://www.tsi.com/.

2. Dock the dosimeter(s) and connect it to your PC using the
USB cable.

Figure 5-1

Communicating Between your PC and the Edge

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3. Power on the Edge by pressing the button.

NOTE

The Edge will only download and communicate when stopped, as
indicated by icon on the top of the screen.

4. In DMS software’s start screen, choose .

Figure 5-2

Detection Management Software Start Screen

5. Select Noise Dosimetry (see 1), Edge (see 2), and Edge 4P (see 3)
from the family panel.

6. Select the docked Edge (s) to download by clicking in the
checkboxes by the EdgeDock-1 section (see 4).

Figure 5-3

Downloading with the Edge Model EG-4P

Download

Viewing your Studies in Detection Management Software 5-3

7. Click button.

• In the status field, it will state download is successful.

• Then, a clear the memory prompt will appear. Click yes to clear

the memory or click no if you want to save the data on the
dosimeter.

8. The sessions (files) will load and post to the Data Finder page under
Family: Noise Dosimetry heading.

• Quick tip: click on the button and the data files will

post directly under the specific family. Click on the file and select
either to view in charts and graphs.

Figure 5-4
Recent Downloaded Data

Viewing Data and Data Finder Page

After the data is downloaded, it is stored and viewable in the data finder.
With a quick double-click, the information is viewable in customizable
graphs and/or charts.

➢ Selecting and Viewing Data

1. In the Data Find page (see 1), select the Noise Dosimetry data
(see 2) by clicking on either the session/study

NOTE

You may need to expand to see the study data.

• Once selected, it will appear with a blue shading.

2. Optional: To reorganize the data displayed in the data finder
columns, click drag and drop the titles of the columns in different
positions. To shrink/expand the columns, click and drag the black
column divider(s).

NOTE

These methods are similar to positioning/expanding in Microsoft®
Excel® spreadsheet program.

3. To view in Graphs and Tables, click on or
buttons.

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Figure 5-5

Data Finder Page with the Downloaded Data

Report View

The button provides a quick link to view/print the Edge data.
To customize the data, refer to the next session, panel view page.

• Click to print the report.

Figure 5-6

Example of Edge Report in Detection Management Software

Viewing your Studies in Detection Management Software 5-5

Panel Layout View (charts/graphs)

When you are in the data finder page (see above), select either the
Analyze button or double-click on a session/study to view the data in
charts and graphs as displayed in Figure 5-7. The measurements and
parameters will be displayed in charts and graphs which may be
customized for analysis and/or reporting purposes.

1. In the panel layout view page, it is divided into Work items (see 1),
Add panel (see 2), Arrange panels (see 3) and Data panels (see 4).

• Work items (1)—select either the session or study (in order to

view appropriate measurement/parameter data).

• Add panel (2)—double-click on a chart/table type and it will

appear as a panel on your screen.

• Arrange panels (3)—displays the order of the sessions/studies

displayed in the panel section of your screen.

• Data Panels (4)—used to view your measurement and/or

parameters from your study.
NOTE: Use the menu bar icons and/or configure icon to

customize parameters.

Figure 5-7

Panel Layout View (viewing the data in charts and graphs)

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Quick Tips with Panels (charts/graphs)

• To stretch the graph, click on one the corner’s edge of a chart or

table and drag the mouse. The graph will expand and widen
(depending on how you drag your mouse).

• To move the graph, click drag and drop to the appropriate panel

position.

• To change ranges, when clicking on either the x-axis or y-axis, click

and drag the mouse until the appropriate range is selected.

NOTE

It will span the numbers up or down depending on how you drag
the mouse.

• To add labels, click on the add labels icon. Right-click and select

edit text to add note/label on the chart. Type in text and press the
Enter key (on your keyboard). To move the label, left-click and hold to

drag to appropriate location on graph.

• To customize chart colors, click on the icon and using the

properties box, select different colors as needed.

• To customize x or y axis font type, click on or icons.

• To export data to .xls file, click on the export icon.

• To save a layout, right-click outside the tables/graphs

area as displayed. Click Remember Setting.

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CHAPTER 6

Additional Product
Support

LED Indicator: Disable/Enable

Follow the instructions below to turn off the LED indicator.

• To disable this feature, open DMS and select the Setup button. On
the Dosimeter tab, uncheck the Heartbeat Enable box and the
Dose % Indicator LED box:

• Dose % Indicator LED: Checking this box will cause a red LED to
flash when the Dose % exceeds the user-set Dose % Indicator LED
value during run mode.

• Heartbeat Enable: If this box is checked, a green LED will flash
when the dosimeter is in run mode and a yellow LED will flash when
the dosimeter is in stop mode. (If the box is unchecked, the yellow
and green LEDs will not flash.)

NOTE

For more information, see section on Dosimeter Settings.

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Replacing Microphone and Windscreen

Attaching/Detaching

The Edge features a field replaceable microphone and a screw-on
removable windscreen. TSI® Incorporated suggests that you replace the
windscreen whenever dirt has accumulated on the windscreen prior to
measuring data.

NOTE

If you ordered an Edge kit, extra windscreen(s) will be included in
your case.

➢ Attaching/Detaching the Windscreen and Microphone

1. First, unscrew the windscreen by turning the red ring (not the foam!)
in a counterclockwise direction.

NOTE

Be careful not to remove the microphone or the microphone grid
which can damage the microphone.

2. If you are replacing the windscreen, screw on a new windscreen in a
clockwise direction until it fits firmly.

3. To unscrew the microphone, holding the microphone near its base,
turn the microphone in a counterclockwise direction until it is
removed.

NOTE

Be careful not to remove the upper microphone grid which could
damage the microphone.

4. To attach a new microphone, screw the microphone on clockwise
until it fits tightly.

• The following diagram illustrates how to assemble these two

devices.

Figure 6-1
Microphone and Windscreen Assembly

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CHAPTER 7

Maintenance and
Service

Maintenance and Service requires a service technician with skills in both
electronics and mechanics. Contact an applications engineer with
technical or applications questions according to the Technical Contacts
section below.

Technical Contacts

• If you have any difficulty installing the instrument, or if you have
technical or application questions about this system, contact an
applications engineer at one of the locations listed below.

• If the instrument fails, or if you are returning it for service, visit our
website at tsi.com/service or contact TSI® at:

TSI Incorporated
500 Cardigan Road
Shoreview, MN 55126 USA

Phone: [phone] (USA) or [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

TSI GmbH
Neuköllner Strasse 4
52068 Aachen
GERMANY

Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

TSI Instruments Ltd.
Stirling Road
Cressex Business Park
High Wycombe, Bucks
HP12 3ST
UNITED KINGDOM

Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

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Returning for Service

Visit our website at tsi.com/service and complete the on-line “Service
Request” form or call TSI® at 1-800-680-1220 (USA) or [phone],
or 001 651 490-2860 (International) for specific return instructions.

Customer Service will need the following information:

• The instrument model number

• The instrument serial number

• A purchase order number (unless under warranty)

• A billing address

• A shipping address

Use the original packing material to return the instrument to TSI®. If you
no longer have the original packing material, seal off any ports to prevent
debris from entering the instrument and ensure that the display and the
connectors on the instrument front and back panels are protected. This
instrument is very fragile and must be packed in a manner appropriate
for a precision instrument.

A-1

APPENDIX A

Specifications

**All specifications are subject to change without notice.

Standards

Meets requirements of:

• ANSI S1.25, IEC61252 Standards for Personal Sound Exposure
Meters.

• Lead Free (RoHS compliant).

ANSI S1.25 Class Designation

Acoustic Dosimeter: 2AS-V/V-5 with frequency weighting C, Time

constant F, and exchange rates 3 and 4 also available.
A criterion level of 90 dB and a threshold level of 80 dB are used for

measurements to OSHA requirements.

Mechanical Characteristics

Housing

Plastic case with black, gray check background and
red outlined buttons.

Size

3.5” long x 2.1” wide x .75” thick (without
microphone)

(88 mm long x 53 mm wide x 19 mm thick)

Weight

2.5 oz. (less mounting device); (70.87 gr)

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Electrical Characteristics

Battery

Runtime

≥ 60 hours of continuous operation at normal
operation under reference to environmental
conditions when nominal capacity batteries
are installed and Display Timeout is enabled.
[~20 hours if Display Timeout is not enabled.]

To optimize the runtime, it is recommended to
enable the Display Timeout feature in DMS.
Enabling the Display Timeout feature will
cause the dosimeter screen to turn off a
certain number of seconds after the most
recent button press.

Life cycles

The battery cell should produce ≥ 80% of
original runtime after about 250
discharge/charge cycles or 2 years of use.

Type

Lithium Polymer (Flat cell)

Memory capacity

180 hours

Environmental Effects

Stabilization
time

The typical time interval needed to stabilize after
changes in environmental conditions is 5 minutes
for each 10°C change.

Operating
Temperature

+14°F to + 122°F (-10°C to + 50°C)

Charging
Temperature

On EdgeDock, (dry) “office” conditions
41°F to 104°F (5°C to 40°C)

Storage
Temperature

-13°F to + 140°F (-25°C to + 60°C)

Humidity Range

5% to 95% Non-Condensing

Operating
Barometric
Pressure Range

65 kPa to 108 kPa (19 to 32 inches of Hg)
Approximate 3500 m to -600 m elevation relative to

sea-level (11500 ft. to -2000 ft.).
Field calibration should be performed near

intended operating elevation.

Vibration
Effects

Applied Vibration of 0.1 g (10 Hz to 500 Hz) can
produce an increase of 3.7 dB above the
instrument noise floor. (perpendicular to
diaphragm) Note this is about 8.3 dB below the
linearity range lower limit of 70 dB. There are no
limitations on the use of the Edge EG-4P personal
sound exposure meter due to vibration.

Specifications A-3

Magnetic Field
Effects

The threshold level (min 70 dB) was not reached
with a 4000 A/m magnetic field applied.

The sound exposure, after 1 hour in a 60 Hz
80 A/m magnetic field, with an electrically
equivalent microphone impedance device is

0.0 Pa^2 h, with no cables used or needed.

EMC & ESD
Immunity

The sound level at which the personal sound level
meter conforms to the Electromagnetic and
electrostatic compatibility requirements and test
procedures is 85 dBA, with no cables used or
needed. On the docking station(s), it also
conforms.

No degradation of performance following
applications of ESD per IEC 61000-6-1 industrial
levels. No limitations due to ESD are known.

No degradation of performance during application
of RF per IEC 61000-4-3 industrial levels.

User Interface

Display

Size: 128 x 96 color OLED graphic

Keypad

4 keys—Up Arrow, Down Arrow, Run/Stop, On/Off Enter

EdgeDock1 and EdgeDock5

EdgeDock1 and EdgeDock5 are powered by a 12-volt charger adapter
with international plug adapters. The backside of the Edge slides into the
hook of the EdgeDock1 or EdgeDock5 with the mounting clasps rotating
to a 90-degree angle (which will rest on a table/work area). Additionally,
the EdgeDock1 (or EdgeDock5) are equipped with two single screw slots
for wall mounting purposes.

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Physical Attributes of EdgeDock1 and EdgeDock5

LED amber
indicator

Indicates EdgeDock1 or EdgeDock5 is “powered
on”. (Lower of the two shown LEDs.)

LED Red
indicator and

LED Green
indicator

Signifies status of charging. Flashing red indicates
charging. Solid green indicates charging is
complete.

Size of
EdgeDock1

2.75” x 2.75” x 2.2” (6.99 cm x 6.99 cm x 5.6 cm)

Size of
EdgeDock5

12.75” x 2.2” x 2.75” (32.29 cm x 5.08 cm x 6.99

cm)

Measurements

Types

Displayed Data
and status
indicators

SPL, Average value (Lavg or Leq), Maximum value
(Lmx), Minimum value (Lmn), Peak Value (Lpk),
Exposure, Run Time, TWA, UL Time

Measurement Parameters and Specs

Dosimeters

Two dosimeters at once (EG-4P), each with its
own assignable profile (via DMS only).

RMS Range

RMS Linear operating range is: 70 to 140 dB

RMS Weighting

A or C weighting

RMS Time
Response

Fast or Slow

Frequency
Range and
tolerance(s)

20 Hz to 12.5 kHz
20, 25, 31.5 ±3dB
40, 50 ±2 dB

≥ 8 kHz +5/-∞ dB

2.75”

2.75”

2.2”

12.75”

2.2”

2.75”

Specifications A-5

Measurement Parameters and Specs

Exchange Rate
(ER)

3 dB, 4 dB, or 5 dB

Peak Range

110 dB to 143 dB

Peak Weighting

C or Z weighting

Pulse Range @
Tolerance:

1 ms 4 kHz tone-burst: 53 dB @ ±1.5 dB
10 ms 4 kHz tone-burst: 53 dB @ ±0.7 dB
100 ms 4 kHz tone-burst: 53 dB @ ±0.7 dB

The shortest tone-burst is 1 ms, tone-bursts are
applied with continuous 70 dBA @ 1 kHz

Criterion Levels
(Lc)

70 to 90 dB in 1 dB increments

Criterion
Duration (Tc) /
Projected time

8 Hours, not adjustable in unit.

(Reference integration time)

Threshold Level
(Lt)

70 to 90 dB in 1 dB increments

Upper Limit
(UL) trigger

The upper Limit is triggered at 141 dB. The delay
time is less than or equal to 1 second.

Upper Limit
Trigger
(minimum time)

1/32 sec, plus delay of time response. (F / S)

Integration time
duration Limits:

At sound level (L) of 70 to 140 dB the Integration
period (t) is 1 sec. to over 10 Hours (@140 dB).

This spec is about size and resolution of internal
math functions to meet measurement standards
and does not limit runtime to 10 hours.

Reference
range:

Not Applicable, unit is auto-ranging.

Reference
Sound
exposure

1 Pa^2∙h

Sound
Exposure range

0.01 to 9999.9 Pa^2∙h

Sound
Exposure
Impulse
Tolerance

The typical percentage deviations from the sound
exposure indicated, in response to positive-going
unipolar pulses and to negative-going unipolar
pulses is 0.63 %.

Noise Floor:

≤ 58 dBA

Microphone
input tests

Microphone source coupling 6pF / 5.6 Vrms MAX
(Use BNC 6pF Input Adapter 053-759)

Microphone
Reference
Direction

The reference sound-wave direction is
perpendicular to the microphone face or 0 degrees
incidence angle.

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Measurement Parameters and Specs

Acoustic test
method

To determine the relative frequency response the
sound exposure meter was suspended from the
ceiling using strings with the microphone face
perpendicular to the sound source.

(Field) Calibration

Pre-calibration

When performed, valid prior to the start of the
study.

Post-calibration

When performed, valid for the previous study.

Storage

Calibrations for a study are stored in the related
study file.

Calibrator
requirement

Calibrations should be performed at 114 dB at
1 kHz (Reference SPL & Frequency)

Pressure to
Free field

The pressure field to free field correction at 1 kHz
is zero.

Calibration
Interval

Annual laboratory recalibration is recommended.

Communications

The Edge communicates via the EdgeDock1 and/or the EdgeDock5.
Communications is supported via USB cable from the docking station
to the PC.

Special Functions

Security

Key sequence protection through the keypad
when running.

Auto-Run

May be programmed via Detection Management
Software.

Logging

(EG-4P only)

The EG-4P is a dual dosimeter with data logging
which includes Lavg or Leq (1/2), Max level, and
Peak level.

Specifications A-7

Edge Block Diagram

Analog Board

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APPENDIX B

Glossary of Terms

Background Noise,
effects of

Background noise can cause considerable error in measurement when its level is
high relative to the level of a noise source of interest. If you can make
measurements both with and without the contribution of a noise source of interest,
you can mathematically subtract the background noise from the combined
measurement, yielding the level of the noise source of interest alone. The
accuracy of this determination improves as the difference between the two
measurements increases.

To remove background noise

1. Obtain a measurement that includes the contribution of the noise source of
interest (the combined measurement).

2. Make a second measurement under exactly the same conditions as in Step 1
but without the presence of the noise source of interest (the background noise
measurement).

3. Determine the decibel difference between these two measurements.

4. Find that difference on the x-axis of the figure below.

5. Find the point on the curve directly above this difference.

6. Read the corresponding value on the y-axis for that point (the
correction value).

7. Subtract the correction value from the combined measurement.

Example: Measurements with and without the noise source of interest are 91 dB
and 90 dB, respectively. For a difference of 1 dB, the background noise correction
value is 7 dB. Therefore, the level for the noise source of interest without the noisy
background is 84 dB.

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Combining Noise
sources

Because sound levels are measured in decibels they cannot be simply added
together. A sound level of 90 dB plus 90 dB does not yield 180 dB but rather
93 dB. The procedure for mathematically determining a combined level of sound
from independent measurements made for two noise sources is given below.

1. Make independent measurements for both noise sources, where each exists
without the presence of the other.

2. Determine the decibel difference between these two measurements.

3. Find that difference on the x-axis of the figure below.

4. Find the point on the curve directly above this difference.

5. Read the corresponding value on the y-axis for that point (the Amount to Add).

6. Add this value to the larger of the two measurements.

Example: Independent measurements for the two noise sources yielded levels of
90 dB and 91 dB. For a difference of 1 dB, the correction factor taken from the
curve below is 2.5 dB. Therefore the combined level when these two sound
sources are present in the measurement area at the same time 93.5 dB.

Crest Factor

Crest Factor is the ratio of the instantaneous peak value of a wave to its RMS

value. This is a performance specification of a meter’s ability to process signals

that have peaks that are substantially higher than their RMS averages.

Criterion Level (CL)

Criterion level is the average SPL that will result in a 100% dose over the Criterion
time, usually 8 hours. The Criterion Level is typically set by a regulating agency,
such as OSHA, and is not usually applicable for community noise monitoring.
Examples: OSHA mandates the Criterion Level (maximum allowable accumulated
noise exposure) to be 90 dB for 8 hours. For an 8-hour sample, an average level
(Lavg) of 90 dB will result in 100% dose. For the OSHA HEARING
CONSERVATION AMENDMENT, the “action level” is 85 dB for 8 hours. This
would result in a 50% dose reading. Note that the Criterion Level has not changed.
(If the Criterion Level were changed to 85 dB then an 8-hour average of 85 dB
would result in 100% dose.)

Criterion Time

The time over which the Criterion Level is established, generally 8 hours.

Decibel (dB)

Sound Level Meters use the decibel as the unit of measure known as Sound
Pressure Level (SPL). SPL uses the ratio between a reference level of
20 microPascals (.00002 Pascals) and the level being measured. SPL = 20 log
(measured level/reference level). Example: the SPL for 1 Pascal is 20 log
(1 Pascal/.00002 Pascal) = 94 dB 20 microPascals (.00002 Pascals) is considered
the average threshold of hearing. A whisper is about 20 dB. A normal conversation
is typically from 60 to 70 dB, and a noisy factory from 90 to 100 dB. Loud thunder
is approximately 110 dB, and 120 dB borders on the threshold of pain.

Glossary of Terms B-3

Dose

Related to the Criterion Level, a dose reading of 100% is the maximum allowable
exposure to accumulated noise. For OSHA, 100% dose occurs for an average
sound level of 90 dB over an 8 hour period (or any equivalent exposure). By using
a TWA reading rather than the average sound level, the time period is no longer
explicitly needed. A TWA of 90 dB is the equivalent of 100% dose. The dose will
double (halve) every time the TWA increases (decreases) by the Exchange Rate.
Example: OSHA uses an Exchange Rate of 5 dB. Suppose the TWA is 100 dB.
The dose would double for each 5 dB increase over the Criterion Level of 90 dB.
The resulting dose is therefore 400%. If the TWA was instead equal to 80 dB then
the dose would halve for each 5 dB below the Criterion Level. The resulting dose
would be 25%. When taking noise samples less that the full workday, dose is an
easy number to work with because it is linear with respect to time. Example: If a

0.5-hour sample results in 9% dose and the workday is 7.5 hours long, then the

dose for the full workday would be a 135% dose (7.5 / 0.5 x 9%). This is computed
making the assumption that the sampled noise will continue at the same levels for
the full 7.5-hour workday.

Exchange Rate
(ER – also known as
the Doubling Rate)

Exchange rate refers to how the sound energy is averaged over time. Using the
decibel scale, every time the sound energy doubles, the measured level increases
by 3 dB. This is the 3 dB exchange rate that most of the world uses. For every
increase of 3 dB in the time weighted average, the measured DOSE would double.
Some organizations such as OSHA in the U.S. have argued that the human ear
self-compensates for changing noise levels and they felt that the 3 dB exchange
rate should be changed to more closely match the response of the human ear.
OSHA currently uses a 5 dB exchange rate, which would mean that the reported
DOSE would double with every 5 dB increase in the time weighted average. The
exchange rate affects the integrated reading Lavg, DOSE, and TWA but does not
affect the instantaneous sound level.

Field Calibration
(vs. Factory
Calibration), pre­calibration, post­calibration

To be sure the dosimeter is functioning within specified tolerance limits, it should
be returned to the factory annually for a factory calibration. To verify that the
dosimeter is measuring properly during normal use, field calibrations should be
performed. Pre-calibration is performed prior to any data being recorded by the
dosimeter. During a pre-calibration, the dosimeter level may be adjusted to match
the calibrator output level. Post-calibration is a simple verification that the
instrument has remained in calibration throughout the measurement period.

Hearing
Conservation (HC)

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Mine Safety and
Health Administration (MSHA) provide regulatory standards for hearing
conservation programs. In addition, the American Conference of Governmental
Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) provides industrial standards for hearing
conservation programs. http://www.osha.gov/, http://www.msha.gov/,

http://www.acgih.org/home.htm.

Hertz (Hz)

Unit of vibration frequency in cycles per second.

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Lavg (Average
Level)

Lavg is the average sound level measured over the run time. This becomes a bit
confusing when thresholds are used. Any sound below the threshold is not
included in this average. Remember that sound is measured in the logarithmic
scale of decibels therefore the average cannot be computed by simply .adding the
levels and dividing by the number of samples. When averaging decibels, short
durations of high levels can significantly contribute to the average level. Example:
Assume the threshold is set to 80 dB and the Exchange Rate is 5 dB (the settings
of OSHA’s Hearing Conservation Amendment). Consider taking a one-hour noise
measurement in an office where the A-weighted sound level was typically between
50 dB and 70 dB. If the sound level never exceeded the 80 dB threshold during the
one hour period, then the Lavg would not indicate any reading at all. If 80 dB was
exceeded for only a few seconds due to a telephone ringing near the instrument,
then only those seconds will contribute to the Lavg resulting in a level perhaps
around 40 dB (notably lower than the actual levels in the environment).

L

EP,D

Daily personal noise exposure level.

Leq (Equivalent
Level)

The true equivalent sound level measured over the run time. The term Leq is
functionally the same as Lavg except that it is only used when the Exchange Rate
is set to 3 dB and the threshold is set to none.

Logging

(Also called Data Logging.) Certain measurements, such as average level (Lavg)
and maximum level (max), can be recorded by the dosimeter at regular intervals.
For example: A dosimeter is set to log Lavg and max at one minute logging
intervals. If the dosimeter runs for one hour, then it would log 60 Lavg results and
60 max levels. You would be able to see the average and maximum levels for
each minute of the one hour run time.

Maximum Level
(Lmax)

The highest sampled sound level during the instrument’s run time allowing for the
unit’s Response Time setting (Fast or Slow).

Measurement
Range

The decibel range within which the unit’s measurements are valid.

Minimum Level
(Lmin)

The lowest sampled sound level during the instrument’s run time allowing for the
unit’s Response Time setting (Fast or Slow).

Noise Floor

In a “Perfectly Quiet” room, the Noise Floor is the lowest reading that can be
reached. To minimize additive noise errors, measurements should always be at
least 5 dB above the Noise Floor to be valid. The Noise Floor can cause
inaccurate measurements at low measurement levels.

Peak Level

Peak is the highest instantaneous sound level that the microphone detects. Unlike

the Max Level, the peak is detected independently of the unit’s Response Time

setting (Fast or Slow). Example: The peak circuitry is very sensitive. Test this by
simply blowing across the microphone. You will notice that the peak reading may
be 120 dB or greater. When taking a long-term noise sample (such as a typical
8-hour workday sample for OSHA compliance), the peak level is often very high.
Because brushing the microphone over a shirt collar or accidentally bumping it can
cause such a high reading, you must be careful of placing too much emphasis on
the reading.

PEL (Permissible
Exposure Level)

The A-weighted sound level at which exposure for a Criterion Time, typically eight
hours, accumulates a 100% noise dose.

Projected Time

The variable amount of time used to make a projected dose calculation from an
actual dose measurement.

Glossary of Terms B-5

Response Time

The response determines how quickly the unit responds to fluctuating noise. Fast
has a time constant of 125 milliseconds. Slow has a time constant of 1 second.
Example: Typically, noise is not constant. If you were to try to read the sound level
without a response time, the readings would fluctuate so much that determining
the actual level would be extremely difficult. Using a response of slow or fast
simply smooths the noise fluctuation and makes the sound level easier to work
with. While the terms slow and fast have very specific meanings (time constraints),
they work very much as you would expect. The fast response would result in a
more fluctuating sound level reading than would the slow response. The OSHA
regulations require the slow response.

RMS (Root Mean
Square)

The RMS voltage of a signal is computed by squaring the instantaneous voltage,
integrating over the desired time, and taking the square root. Simply put, the RMS
values are the results from the dosimeter with the response time and weighting
settings taken into account.

SEL/Lxe (Sound
Exposure Level)

The sound exposure level averages the sampled sound over a one second period.
Assuming the sampled run time to be greater than one second, SEL is the
equivalent one-second noise that would be equal in energy to the noise that was
sampled. SEL is typically measured using a 3 dB exchange rate without a
threshold. SEL is not used by OSHA. Example: Suppose you wanted to measure
in a location next to railroad tracks, which also happened to be in the takeoff path
of an airport. A train passes by taking 10 minutes with an average sound level of
82 dB. A jet passes overhead taking 45 seconds with an average level of 96 dB.
Which of these events results in more sound energy? You can answer the
question by comparing their SEL readings, which compress each event into an
equivalent one-second occurrence. SEL for the train = 109.7 dB, SEL for the jet =

112.5 dB.

Threshold

The threshold affects the Lavg, TWA, and Dose measurements. All sound below
the threshold is considered nonexistent noise for the averaging and integrating
functions. The threshold does not affect measurements in the sound level mode.
OSHA uses two different thresholds. The original Occupational Noise Exposure
Standard (1971) used a 90 dB threshold and called for engineering controls to
reduce the noise levels if the eight-hour TWA was greater than 90 dB. The Hearing
Conservation Amendment (1983) uses an 80 dB threshold and calls for a hearing
conservation program to be put in place if the eight-hour TWA exceeds 85 dB
(50% dose). The Hearing Conservation Amendment is the more stringent of the
two rulings and is what most US industrial users are concerned with. Example:
With an 80 dB threshold, suppose you placed a 79 dB calibrator on the unit for a
period of time. Because all of the noise is below the threshold, there would be no
average (you can think of it as an average of 0 dB). If the calibrator were 80 dB
instead, then the average would be 80 dB. On histogram printouts, typically
1 minute (or other specified increment) averages are printed. Because real noise
fluctuates, it is quite possible to have an average level below the threshold. This
also applies for the overall Lavg.

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TWA (Time
Weighted Average)

The time weighted average always averages the sampled sound over an 8-hour
period. TWA starts at zero and grows. The TWA is less than the Lavg for a
duration of less than eight hours, exactly equal to the Lavg at eight hours, and
grows higher than Lavg after eight hours. TWA represents a constant sound level
lasting eight hours that would result in the equivalent sound energy as the noise
that was sampled. Example: Think of TWA as having a large 8-hour container
that stores sound energy. If you run a dosimeter for 2 hours, your Lavg is the
average level for those 2 hours - consider this a smaller 2-hour container filled
with sound energy. For TWA, take the smaller 2-hour container and pour that
energy into the larger 8 hour TWA container. The TWA level will be lower. Again,
TWA is ALWAYS based on the 8-hour container. When measuring using
OSHA’s guidelines, TWA is the proper number to report provided that the full
work shift was measured. Example: If the work shift is 6.5 hours long then
measure for the entire 6.5 hours. TWA is the correct level to report to OSHA. It
does not have to be modified.

Weighting (A, C, Z,
etc.)

“A”, “B”, “C”, “Z” and LINEAR are the standard weighting networks available.

These are frequency filters that cover the frequency range of human hearing
(20 Hz to 20 kHz). “A” weighting is the most commonly used filter in both

industrial noise applications (OSHA) and community noise regulations. “A”
weighted measurements are often reported as dBA. The “A” weighted filter

attempts to make the dosimeter respond closer to the way the human ear hears.
It attenuates the frequencies below several hundred hertz as well as the high

frequencies above six thousand hertz. “B” weighting is similar to “A” weighting
but with less attenuation. The “B” weighting is very seldom, if ever, used. The “C”

weighting provides a fairly flat frequency response with only slight attenuation of

the very high and very low frequencies. “C” weighting is intended to represent
how the ear perceives sound at high decibel levels and is often used as a “flat”
response when LINEAR is not available. “C” weighted measurements are often
reported as dBC. “Z” is zero weighting, with no weighting across the frequency

range of human hearing. LINEAR is thought of as having a flat frequency
response curve over the entire measurement frequency range. LINEAR is most
commonly found on upper model sound level meters and is typically used when
performing octave band filter analysis.

Upper Limit (UL)

A type of measurement parameter setting in which the user selects a certain
decibel level. The dosimeter will then record the amount of time that the
sound level was at or greater than the preset level. This time is then recorded
as “UL Time”

Windscreen

A windscreen is a covering for the microphone that reduces disturbances caused
by wind and direct contact with other surfaces. The windscreen is placed over the
microphone when taking measurements to help prevent false high readings due to
wind blowing across the microphone or objects (hair, clothing, etc.) brushing
against the microphone. The windscreen will also help protect the microphone
from dust and debris.

C-1

APPENDIX C

Measurement Equations

The following equations are used in the Edge calculations. Some of the

terms used in these equations are explained above in the “Glossary of

Terms” appendix.





%dt

)ER/()CLLS(

2

RTIME

0

TC

100

DOSE

−



=

%

RTIME

tPr

DOSE

hours

Prd =



%

RTIME

TC

DOSE

hours 8

Prd =





dB)RTIME(2

01.3/LS

2

logER

AVG

L

2

logdt



= −

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D-1

APPENDIX D

Radio Approvals Page

Europe

This device meets the requirements of the Telecommunications
Directive RED.

2014/53/EU:

EN 300 328 v2.2.1
EN 301 489-1 v2.2.0
EN 301 489-17 v3.1.1
EN 62311:2008

USA

Contains Transmitter Module FCC ID: VPYLBZFY
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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.

FCC Caution

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party

responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate

the equipment.
This transmitter MUST NOT be co-located or operated in conjunction

with any other antenna or transmitter.

W A R N I N G

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth

for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency
(RF) Exposure Guidelines. This equipment has very low levels of RF
energy that are deemed to comply without testing of specific
absorption ratio (SAR).

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Industry Canada (IC)

W A R N I N G

This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS

standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.

A V E R T I S S E M E N T S

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.

W A R N I N G

This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for

an uncontrolled environment and meets RSS-102 of the IC radio
frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment has very low levels of
RF energy that are deemed to comply without testing of specific
absorption ratio (SAR).

A V E R T I S S E M E N T S

Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux

rayonnements énoncées pour un environnement non contrôlé et

respecte les règles d’exposition aux fréquences radioélectriques (RF)
CNR-102 de l’IC. Cet équipement émet une énergie RF très faible qui
est considérée conforme sans évaluation du débit d’absorption

spécifique (DAS).

Bluetooth Compliance:
Bluetooth Declaration ID: D046666

Index-1

Index

A

Acoustic test method, A-6
Add panel, 5-5
ANSI, A-1
Arrange panels, 5-5
Attaching

charger adapter with plug adapter,

2-6

dosimeter, 4-2

Auto run

screen, 3-14
setting, 3-13

tab, 3-13
Auto-run, A-6
Average sound level, 3-4

B

Background noise, effects of, B-1
Battery

checking, 4-2

checking power, 4-2
Battery charge status, 4-8
Battery indicator icon, 4-3
Battery indicators, 4-3
Battery time remaining

measurement, 4-3
Block diagram, A-7
Bluetooth compliance, D-2
Bluetooth declaration, D-2

C

C-A enable, 1-6, 3-10
Calibration, 4-3, 4-4, A-6, B-3
Calibration interval, A-6
Calibrator requirement, A-6
Caution

description, xii

description of symbol, xii

symbol, xii
Changing ranges, 5-6
Charge contacts, 2-6
Charger adapter, 2-6
Charger adapter cord, 2-7
Charging

Battery, 2-5
Charging dosimeter, 2-7
Charging indicator, 2-6
Charging temperatures, A-2
Checking battery power, 4-2
Checking equipment, 2-1
Checkmark icon, 4-5
Combining noise sources, B-2
Communicating, 3-7

Edge Dock, 2-5

Communications, A-6
Configuration profile management

panel, 3-15

Connecting dosimeter to computer,

3-7
Contrast icon, 4-6
Crest factor, B-2
Criterion

duration, A-5

levels, A-5
Criterion level, 1-6, 3-11, B-2
Criterion time, B-2
Customizing display view, 3-3
Customizing set-up parameters in

DMS, 3-9

D

Data finder page, 5-3, 5-4
Data panels, 5-5
Decibel, B-2
Definition of data log value, 3-4
Definition of data log view, 3-4
Detection management software, 1-2
Display, 2-4, A-3
Display position, 3-11
Display screen, 3-12
Display setting, 3-11
Display view

customizing, 3-3
Displayed, 3-12
Displayed data, A-4
DMS, 1-2, 2-1, 2-5

customizing set-up parameters,

3-9
data finder page, 5-3, 5-4
dosimeter setting, 3-9
downloading data, 5-1
loading, 2-5
logging, 3-3
noise studies, 3-1
panel layout view, 5-5
report view, 5-4
reporting, 3-2
retrieve data button, 3-1
setting up Edge, 3-1
setup data button, 3-1
start screen, 5-2
summary data, 3-2
time history, 3-2
viewing data, 5-3
viewing studies, 5-1
views, 3-3
what data is stored, 3-2

Docking station, 2-5, 3-7

components, 2-6

Dose, 3-5, B-3
Dose % indicator LED, 1-6, 6-1
Dose indicator LED, 3-10
Dosimeter

attaching, 4-2
calibration, 4-3
charging, 2-7
connecting to computer, 3-7
definition, 3-4
locking, 4-9
operation, 1-2, 4-1
processes, 1-2
resetting, 4-5
screen, 3-10
securing during run, 4-9
setting, 3-9
setting contrast, 4-6
settings, 3-10
storage, 2-9
typical session, 4-1
unlocking, 4-9
views, 3-4

virtual, 1-6
Dosimeter tab, 3-9
Dosimetry, 1-1
Doubling rate, B-3
Down arrow, 2-4
Download, 3-7, 5-2
Downloading data, 5-1
Duration, 3-13

E

Edge

positioning, 4-2
Edge Dock

new hardware wizard, 3-8
Edge report, 5-4
Edge retrieve data button, 3-1
Edge setup data button, 3-1
EdgeDock1, 2-1, 2-6, 5-1

charge contacts, 2-5, 2-6

charging indicator, 2-5, 2-6

components, 2-6

physical attributes, A-4

power connector, 2-5, 2-6

power indicator, 2-5, 2-6

powering, 2-7

size, A-4

specifications, A-3

USB connector, 2-5, 2-6
EdgeDock1 and EdgeDock5, 3-7
EdgeDock5, 2-1, 2-6

charge contacts, 2-6

charging indicator, 2-6

components, 2-6

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EdgeDock5,(continued)

physical attributes, A-4
power connector, 2-6
power indicator, 2-6
powering, 2-7
size, A-4
specifications, A-3
USB connector, 2-6

EG-4P, 1-6

memory storage, 3-6
EG-4P model, A-6
Electrical characteristics, A-2
EMC & ESD immunity, A-3
Enter, 2-4
Environmental effects, A-2
Equipment

checking, 2-1
ESD protection, xii
European symbol for non-disposable

item, xi
Exchange rate, 1-6, 3-11, A-5, B-3

F

FCC caution, D-1
Firmware

tab, 3-14
Firmware update, 3-14

screen, 3-15
frequency range, A-4

G

Getting help, xiii
Getting started, 2-1
Glossary, B-1

H

Hearing conservation, B-3
Heartbeat, 6-1
Heartbeat enable, 1-6, 3-10, 6-1
Help, xiii
Hertz, B-3
Humidity range, A-2

I-J

Indicators on display, 4-8

battery charge status, 4-8

overload, 4-8

run, 4-8

stop, 4-8
Integration time duration limits, A-5
Introduction, 1-1
Item to display, 3-11

K

Keypad, 2-4, A-3

L

Labels, xi
Lavg, B-4
LED amber indicator, A-4
LED green indicator, A-4

LED indicator, 2-3, 2-4

disable/enable, 6-1
flashing amber light, 2-3
flashing green light, 2-3

flashing red, 2-3
LED red indicator, A-4
Lep,d, B-4
Leq, B-4
Life cycles, A-2
Lmin, B-4
Locking, 4-9

about, 4-9
logging, 3-3
Logging, A-6, B-4

M

Magnetic field effects, A-3
Maintenance, xi, 4-2, 7-1
Maximum level, B-4
Maximum sound level, 3-4, 3-6
Measurement descriptors/variants,

3-6
Measurement equations, C-1
Measurement parameters, A-4
Measurement range, B-4
Measurement view, 2-2, 4-8
Measurements, A-4
Mechanical characteristics, A-1
Memory capacity, A-2
Memory storage symbol, 3-6
Microphone, 2-4

assembly, 6-2

attaching, 6-2

replacing, 6-2
Microphone input test, A-5
Microphone reference direction, A-5
Minimum level, B-4
Minimum sound level, 3-4, 3-6
Model EG-4P, 1-6, 2-1
Mounting docking station, 2-8
Moving graph, 5-6

N

Navigation, 2-3
New hardware wizard, 3-8
Noise dosimeter, 1-2
Noise dosimetry, 5-2
Noise floor, A-5, B-4
Noise studies, 3-1
Not displayed, 3-12

O

On/Off, 2-4
Operating barometric pressure

range, A-2
Operating Dosimeter, 4-1
Operating temperature, A-2
Overload, 4-8

P

Packing instructions, 7-2

Padlock icon, 3-12
Panel layout view, 5-5

add panel, 5-5
adding labels, 5-6
arrange panel, 5-5
changing ranges, 5-6
customizing chart colors, 5-6
customizing x or y axis font type,

5-6
data panel, 5-5
exporting data to xls file, 5-6
moving graph, 5-6
quick tips, 5-6
saving layout, 5-6
screen, 5-5
work items, 5-5

Parameter setup screen, 1-6
Peak

range, A-5
weighting, A-5

Peak level, 3-4, 3-6, B-4
Peak weighting, 1-6, 3-10
PEL, B-4
Permissible exposure level, B-4
Plug adapter, 2-6
Post-calibration, A-6
Power

turn off, 2-4
turn on, 2-2

Power connector, 2-6
Power indicator, 2-6
Power off, 2-4
Pre-calibration, A-6
Pressure to free field, A-6
Projected time, 1-6, 3-10, B-4
Pulse range, A-5

Q

Quick help list for running a study,

4-1

R

Radio approvals

Europe, D-1
FCC caution, D-1
Industry Canada, D-2
USA, D-1

Radio approvals page, D-1
Range of sound, 1-3
Reference range, A-5
Reference sound exposure, A-5
Refresh button, 3-9
Remember setting, 5-6
Repair, xi
Report view, 5-4
Resetting, 4-5

from keypad, 4-5

Response, 1-6, 3-10
Response level, 3-5
Response time, B-5
Retrieve data, 3-7
Returning for service, 7-2

Index Index-3

RMS, B-5

range, A-4
time response, A-4

weighting, A-4
RMS weighting, 1-6, 3-11
root mean square, B-5
Run, 2-4
Run indicator, 4-7
Run mode, 4-8
Run time, 3-5
Running a study

overview, 4-1
Running studies, 4-7
Runtime, A-2

S

Safety, xi
Save, 3-15
Save as, 3-15
Saving configurations, 3-15
Saving setups screen, 3-16
Security, A-6
Security setting, 3-12

screen, 3-13
Security tab, 3-12
SEL/Lxe, B-5
Send setup data, 3-7
Sending configurations, 3-15
Serial number label, xi
Service, 7-1
Service policy, vi
Set configuration button, 3-12
Set selected items, 3-11
Setting configurations, 3-15
Setting up Edge via DMS, 3-1
Setup menu, 4-5, 4-6
Setup name, 1-6, 3-11
Sound exposure impulse tolerance,

A-5

Sound exposure level, 3-5
Sound exposure range, A-5
Sound pressure, 1-3
Sound pressure level, 3-4, 3-6
Sound range, 1-3
Special functions, A-6
Specifications, A-1
Splash screen, 2-2, 4-5

displayed, 2-2
Stabilization time, A-2
Standards, 1-3, A-1
Start date, 3-13
Starting run, 4-7
Status indicators, A-4
Stop, 2-4
Stop mode, 4-8
Stopping a study, 4-7
Storage, A-6
Storage temperature, A-2
Stretching graph, 5-6
Summary data, 3-2
Symbol

battery power clock, 3-6

calendar, 3-6

memory storage, 3-6

T

Technical contacts, 7-1
Telecommunications directive, D-1
Threshold, 1-6, B-5
Threshold enable, 1-6, 3-11
Threshold enabled, 6-1
Threshold level, A-5
Time history, 3-2

chart, 3-2
Time weighted average, B-6
Time-weighted average, 3-5
Trademarks, vi
TWA, B-6

U

Universal charger adapter, 2-1
Unlock mode, 4-9
Unlocking, 4-9
Up arrow, 2-4
Upper limit, 1-6, 3-5, 3-11, B-6
Upper limit trigger, A-5
USB cable, 2-1, 3-7
USB connector, 2-6
User interface

display, A-3
keypad, A-3

V

vibration effects, A-2
Viewing data, 5-3
Viewing measurements on display,

4-8
Viewing studies in DMS, 5-1
Views, 3-3
Virtual dosimeters, 1-6

W-X-Y-Z

Warning, xi

description, xii

description of symbol, xii

symbol, xii
Warranty, v
Weighting, 3-5
Weighting (A, C, Z, etc.), B-6
Windscreen, 2-1, 2-4, 4-2, B-6

assembly, 6-2

attaching, 6-2

replacing, 6-2
Work items, 5-5

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