PCE-SC 43 Sound Calibrator User Manual

: June 8, 2024
: PCE

Table of Contents

Safety notes
Specifications
Delivery scope
Device description
Start-up and operation
Troubleshooting
Warranty
Disposal
PCE Instruments contact information
References
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SC 43 Sound Calibrator
User Manual

Safety notes

Please read this manual carefully and completely before you use the device for the first time. The device may only be used by qualified personnel and repaired by PCE Instruments personnel. Damage or injuries caused by non- observance of the manual are excluded from our liability and not covered by our warranty.

The device must only be used as described in this instruction manual. If used otherwise, this can cause dangerous situations for the user and damage to the meter.
The instrument may only be used if the environmental conditions (temperature, relative humidity, …) are within the ranges stated in the technical specifications. Do not expose the device to extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, extreme humidity or moisture.
Do not expose the device to shocks or strong vibrations.
The case should only be opened by qualified PCE Instruments personnel.
Never use the instrument when your hands are wet.
You must not make any technical changes to the device.
The appliance should only be cleaned with a damp cloth. Use only pH-neutral cleaner, no abrasives or solvents.
The device must only be used with accessories from PCE Instruments or equivalent.
Before each use, inspect the case for visible damage. If any damage is visible, do not use the device.
Do not use the instrument in explosive atmospheres.
The measurement range as stated in the specifications must not be exceeded under any circumstances.
Non-observance of the safety notes can cause damage to the device and injuries to the user.

We do not assume liability for printing errors or any other mistakes in this manual.
We expressly point to our general guarantee terms which can be found in our general terms of business.
If you have any questions please contact PCE Instruments. The contact details can be found at the end of this manual.

Specifications

Sound pressure level	94 dB, 104 dB, 114 dB
Accuracy	±0.4 dB
Class	2
Frequency	1000 Hz for A, B, C and D frequency weighting
Frequency accuracy	±1.7 %
Stabilisation time	10 s
Total harmonic distortion	<3 %
Environment
Temperature / humidity influences	<0.4 dB at 0 … 40°C / 32 … 104 °F and 25 …

Delivery scope

1 x PCE-SC 43
2 x 1.5 V AA battery
1 x user manual

Device description

On / off key
Operating status LED green/red
Test chamber
dB range key
Green 94 dB status LED
Green 104 dB status LED
Green 114 dB status LED
Battery compartment

Start-up and operation

Before you switch on the calibrator, it must acclimatise to the ambient conditions for at least two hours. Then connect the calibrator to a sound level meter. Make sure that the sound sensor of the sound level meter is completely inside the calibrator. Now switch on the calibrator with the on/off key. It will first carry out a function test. This process takes about 10 seconds. During the function test, the status LED flashes. As soon as the status LED glows continuously, the calibration can be carried out.
To select between the individual sound levels, press the dB range key several times until you have reached your desired sound pressure level. The sound pressure level is indicated by the status LED lighting up.
After you have calibrated the sound level meter, first switch off the calibrator by pressing the on / off key. Then you can detach the sound level meter from the calibrator.
Note:
The calibrator must be on a straight surface during a measurement. Both calibrator and sound level meter must not move during a measurement. Make sure that the calibrator is not exposed to loud noises or general vibration during calibration. This may affect the calibration.
5.1 Inserting and replacing the batteries
To put the calibrator into operation, first insert the batteries into the battery compartment on the back. Use two 1.5 V AA batteries. Observe correct polarity when inserting the batteries. Then close the battery compartment. As soon as the total battery voltage is <2.2 V, the operating status LED lights up in red. Then replace the batteries for proper operation. If the operating status LED lights up in green, the calibrator is ready for operation.

Troubleshooting

Error	Cause	Solution
Function test is not completed	Hardware faulty	Contact PCE Instruments

customer support.
Status LED is red| Battery voltage too low| Replace the batteries with new ones. The total battery
voltage must be above 2.2 V.
Calibrator does not switch on| – Batteries completely discharged
– Batteries not inserted
– Hardware faulty| – Replace the batteries
– Contact PCE Instruments customer support

Warranty

You can read our warranty terms in our General Business Terms which you can find here: https://www.pce-instruments.com/english/terms.

Disposal

For the disposal of batteries in the EU, the 2006/66/EC directive of the European Parliament applies. Due to the contained pollutants, batteries must not be disposed of as household waste. They must be given to collection points designed for that purpose.
In order to comply with the EU directive 2012/19/EU we take our devices back. We either re-use them or give them to a recycling company which disposes of the devices in line with law.
For countries outside the EU, batteries and devices should be disposed of in accordance with your local waste regulations.
If you have any questions, please contact PCE Instruments.

PCE Instruments contact information

Germany
PCE Deutschland GmbH
Im Langel 26
D-59872 Meschede
Deutschland
Tel.: +49 (0) 2903 976 99 0
Fax: +49 (0) 2903 976 99 29
info@pce-instruments.com
www.pce-instruments.com/deutsch| France
PCE Instruments France EURL
23, rue de Strasbourg
67250 Soultz-Sous-Forets
France
Téléphone: +33 (0) 972 3537 17
Numéro de fax: +33 (0) 972 3537 18
info@pce-france.fr
www.pce-instruments.com/french
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United Kingdom
PCE Instruments UK Ltd
Unit 11 Southpoint Business Park
Ensign Way, Southampton
Hampshire
United Kingdom, SO31 4RF
Tel: +44 (0) 2380 98703 0
Fax: +44 (0) 2380 98703 9
info@pce-instruments.co.uk
www.pce-instruments.com/english| Italy
PCE Italia s.r.l.
Via Pesciatina 878 / B-Interno 6
55010 Loc. Gragnano
Capannori (Lucca)
Italia
Telefono: +39 0583 975 114
Fax: +39 0583 974 824
info@pce-italia.it
www.pce-instruments.com/italiano
The Netherlands
PCE Brookhuis B.V.
Institutenweg 15
7521 PH Enschede
Nederland
Telefoon: +31 (0)53 737 01 92
info@pcebenelux.nl
www.pce-instruments.com/dutch| United States of America
PCE Americas Inc.
1201 Jupiter Park Drive, Suite 8
Jupiter / Palm Beach
33458 FL
USA
Tel: +1 561-320-9162
Fax: +1 561-320-9176
info@pce-americas.com
www.pce-instruments.com/us
Spain
PCE Ibérica S.L.
Calle Mayor, 53
02500 Tobarra (Albacete)
España
Tel. : +34 967 543 548
Fax: +34 967 543 542
info@pce-iberica.es
www.pce-instruments.com/espanol| Turkey
PCE Teknik Cihazları Ltd.Şti.
Halkalı Merkez Mah.
Pehlivan Sok. No.6/C
34303 Küçükçekmece – İstanbul
Türkiye
Tel: 0212 471 11 47
Faks: 0212 705 53 93
info@pce-cihazlari.com.tr
www.pce-instruments.com/turkish

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