REED INSTRUMENTS Digital Sound Level Meters
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REED INSTRUMENTS Digital Sound Level Meters


REED Instruments digital sound level meters are ideal for acoustic measurements. They measure industrial machinery / equipment and construction sites' noise levels to ensure safe working conditions.

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REED INSTRUMENTS R8080A
REED INSTRUMENTS R8050B
REED INSTRUMENTS R1920C
REED INSTRUMENTS R8060D
StyleModelPrice (ex. VAT)
A
R8080		€282.12
B
R8050		€175.42
C
R1920		€83.87
D
R8060		€265.29

Working Mechanism

  • Turn On the meter and press the time weighting button to select the desired response time.
  • Set the response to FAST (125 ms) if the sound source has only short bursts.
  • Select SLOW (1 s) for average sound level measurement.
  • Press the frequency weighting button to adjust the frequency.
  • Press the 'Hi/Lo' button to select the appropriate range.
  • If the display flashes the OVER icon (after setting the range), adjust the range again.
  • Hold the instrument in one hand (away from the body) or place it on a tripod for long-term monitoring.
  • Point the microphone in the sound direction to take a measurement.

Features

  • REED Instruments digital sound level meters have a backlit LCD screen for easy observations in dimly lit areas.
  • They have an auto shut-off feature to save battery.
  • These meters have a microphone windscreen ball to reduce wind noise.
  • They have a low battery indicator that notifies users to replace the battery.

Compatible Accessories

  • REED Instruments Sound Level Calibrator: This unit is ideal for easy calibration.
  • REED Instruments Carrying Case: This hard case is ideal for storing and transporting this sound level meter.
  • REED Instruments R1500 Lightweight Tripod: This height-adjustable tripod is suitable to mount this meter for measuring sound levels over long durations.

Standards and Approvals

  • CE
  • IEC (R8050, R8060)
  • ANSI (R8050, R8080)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the operating temperature range of these digital sound level meters?

32 to 104 degrees F.

How to view only the maximum sound levels during measurement?

  • Press the 'MAX/HOLD' button to display the maximum recorded values.
  • In this mode, the meter only updates when it discovers a reading higher than the current maximum reading.

How do you hold a specific reading in these digital sound level meters?

Press and hold the 'MAX/HOLD' button until both the 'MAX' & 'HOLD' icons appear. This act will freeze the display's current reading.

How to calibrate REED Instruments digital sound level meters?

  • Open the battery compartment and locate the two calibration potentiometers behind the battery.
  • Turn On the meter and select 'C' weighting & 'FAST' response mode.
  • Place the microphone into the calibrator.
  • Set the calibrator to output 94 dB.
  • Select the LOW range and adjust the 'C (Lo)' potentiometer for a display of 94.0 dB.
  • Select the HIGH range and adjust the 'C (HI)' potentiometer for a display of 94.0 dB.
  • Set the calibrator to output 114 dB and verify the measurement.

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