CAL290

Sound Intensity Calibrator

MS Windows 95 Version User Manual

LarsonDavis Inc.
1681 West 820 North Provo, UT 84601-1341 Phone: (801) 375-0177 FAX: (801) 375-0182 www.lardav.com

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Copyright Copyright 1996 by LarsonDavis Incorporated. This manual and the software described in it are copyrighted, with all rights reserved. The software may not be copied in whole or in part for commercial use without prior written consent of LarsonDavis Inc. The manual may not be copied in whole or in part for any use without prior written consent of LarsonDavis Inc. Trademarks Windows 95 is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Disclaimer The following paragraph does not apply in any state or country where such statements are not agreeable with local law: Even though LarsonDavis Inc. has tested the software and reviewed its documentation, LarsonDavis Incorporated makes no warranty or representation, either expressed or implied, with respect to this software and documentation, its quality, performance, merchantability, or tness for a particular purpose. This documentation is subject to change without notice, and should not be construed as a commitment or representation by LarsonDavis Inc. This publication may contain inaccuracies or typographical errors. LarsonDavis Inc. will periodically update the material for inclusion in new editions. Changes and improvements to the program described in this manual may be made at any time

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1

About This Manual ................................................................................. 1-1 About This Chapter................................................................................. 1-2 Formatting Conventions ........................................................................ 1-2 Features..................................................................................................... 1-3 Applications ............................................................................................. 1-3 CAL290 Components ......................................................................... 1-4 CAL290 Connectors. ........................................................................... 1-5 Unpacking and Inspection................................................................. 1-6 Accessories and Optional Equipment.............................................. 1-7 Connecting Power............................................................................... 1-7

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Using the CAL290 Keypad..................................................................... 2-2 On/Off Key...................................................................................... 2-2 Previous and Next Mode Keys ......................................................... 2-3
Residual Intensity.......................................................................................2-4 Intensity .......................................................................................................2-4 Sound Pressure Level.................................................................................2-5 2 kHz Pulse..................................................................................................2-5

Previous and Next Signal Keys......................................................... 2-6

Frequency ....................................................................................................2-7 1/1 Octave Bands .......................................................................................2-7 1/3 Octave Bands .......................................................................................2-8 2kHz Pulse Test Mode ...............................................................................2-8

Previous and Next Level Keys .......................................................... 2-9 Mute Key .......................................................................................... 2-9 Stabilization.............................................................................................. 2-9 Using the CAL290 ................................................................................. 2-10

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Specifications and Standards

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Amplitude/Frequency Specifications .................................................A-1 Sinusoidal Signal/Manual Control .................................................A-1

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Sinusoidal Signal/Remote Control .................................................A-3 1/3 Octave Bands...............................................................................A-3 1/1 Octave Bands...............................................................................A-3 2 kHz Pulse Test .................................................................................A-3 Remote Control Interface ......................................................................A-4 Power .......................................................................................................A-4 Environmental Conditions....................................................................A-4 Internal Sensor Accuracy ......................................................................A-4 Standards .................................................................................................A-5

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General Remote Commands and Queries ...........................................B-1 Generator State ....................................................................................B-2

Setting the Generator State....................................................................... B-2 ...................................................................................................................... B-2 Querying the Generator State.................................................................. B-2

Instrument Mode ................................................................................B-2

Setting the Instrument Mode ................................................................... B-2 ...................................................................................................................... B-3 Querying the Instrument Mode .............................................................. B-3

Sinusoidal Generator Control................................................................B-3 Pink Noise Generator Control ...............................................................B-5 Pulse Generator Control.........................................................................B-6 Query Commands ...................................................................................B-8

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Introduction

Welcome to the LarsonDavis Model CAL290 Sound Intensity Calibrator. The CAL290 can be used for testing 1/2 and 1/4 diameter microphones. This device satises the sound intensity calibrator specications of both IEC 1043:1993 and ANSI S1.9-1996; as well as the residual intensity testing device specications for IEC 1043:1993. In addition, the CAL290 automatically measures and displays the temperature and atmospheric pressure. We invite you to read this short manual to get the most out of your new LarsonDavis sound intensity calibrator.

About This Manual

This manual has 2 chapters and 1 appendix covering the following topics: Chapter 1 - Introduction: overview of this user manual and the CAL290s features, applications and functions. Also includes instructions for unpacking the CAL290. Chapter 2- Instrument Operation: overall system setup, including a description of each key along with its function and displays, also includes Initial operations and displays. Appendix A - Specications and Standards: Includes amplitude/frequency and standards met.

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About This Chapter

Specically, this introductory chapter covers the following topics: Formatting Conventions: explanation of the fonts and other formatting conventions used in this manual Features: overview of the CAL290 keypad, functions and measurement capabilities Getting Started: instructions for unpacking, inspecting and initially assembling the CAL290.

Formatting Conventions
This manual uses the following font conventions: In step-by-step directions, the process (what you do) is shown in the left column, and the rationale (why you do it) with other cautions and comments are shown in the right column.

Information items or messages that are shown on the CAL290s LCD display are shown in a bold sans serif font. For example:

as indicated by a Calculating status message.

Items that appear in various on-screen menus (such as settings) are shown in a smaller bold sans serif font.

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For example:

Detector

[Slow]

Features
The LarsonDavis CAL290 provides: Simulation of sound intensity elds for excitation of microphone pairs with precise amplitude and frequency control Residual intensity (zero phase between microphones) sound elds Sinusoidal and multiple frequency at spectrum (1/3 octave) excitation Gated 2 kHz transient signals RS-232 interface for remote control

Applications
The LarsonDavis CAL290 can be used for: Testing of sound intensity measurement systems Generation of signals for amplitude/phase accuracy of multichannel acoustic measurement systems Testing of sound level meter detectors Amplitude/Phase Normalization. The digital lters of the LarsonDavis analyzers provide both amplitude and phase, permitting the measurement of the complex transfer function between two measure-

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ment channels, including microphones, in 1/3 octave bands by using the residual intensity mode of the CAL290. From this, a correction function can be generated within the analyzer to correct for any amplitude and phase errors which may have existed between channels prior to the normalization procedure. This connection procedure optimizes the performance of the complete measurement chain; analyzer, probe and microphones. In fact, the system will function to the requirements of the standards without phase-matched microphones if properly normalized.

CAL290 Components

LCD Display Connectors Keypad Microphone Ports

Figure 1-1 CAL290. The CAL290 is an easy-to-use sound intensity calibrator with a simple user interface (front panel) and a remote control interface (side panel). The CAL290 shown in Figure 1-1 includes the following components: LCD Display Keypad Microphone Ports Location of CAL290 Connectors

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CAL290 Connectors.
The CAL290 has two connectors located on the left of the device consisting of an RS-232 connector and a power connector. There is also a socket for a 3 amp fuse. The following is a layout of the RS-232 Connector, 3 amp fuse and 9-16Vdc power connector:

RS-232 Connector
9 pin D connector

1 6

2 7

3 8

4 9

1 - Not Used (CD) 2 - RD (IN) 3 - SD (OUT) 4 - DTR (OUT) 5 - Ground 6 - No Connection 7 - RTS (OUT) 8 - CTS (IN) 9 - No ConnectionGetting Started

Figure 1-2 CAL290 Connectors and Fuse

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This section outlines the steps you need to follow when you rst receive and unpack the CAL290. The following topics are covered: Unpacking and Inspection Accessories and Optional Equipment Connecting Power Environmental Considerations Quick Start You will then be ready to use the CAL290 for actual measurements.

Unpacking and Inspection

Your CAL290 has been shipped in protective packaging. Please verify the package contents with the following list (Accessories and Optional Equipment) and retain the shipping containers for safe shipment at a future date. Report any damage or shortage immediately to LarsonDavis, Inc. at (801)-375-0177. If you have not already done so, please record on the copyright page of this manual your instruments serial number (located on the label on the back of the CAL290). You may be asked to give this information in any future communications you may have with LarsonDavis, Inc.

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Accessories and Optional Equipment

The CAL290 is delivered with the following standard accessories: A zippered blue cushion to isolate the CAL290 from vibrations of the support structure (ACC002) Two 3A fuses (Littelfuse 273 003) (LD# 2415.0028) Plug to block opening when using a single microphone (M290.03) Two adaptors for use with 1/4 microphones (ADP038) Switching power supply with a 12V output (PSA004) User manual (LD# I 290) The following optional equipment is also available: RS-232 cable for connection to computer (LD# 0621.0023)

Connecting Power
Using the power supply adaptor provided with the CAL290, plug the connector into the external power jack on the side of the instrument. The CAL290 accepts 9-16V DC provided by the included DC power supply, and is internally fused at 3 A.

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Instrument Operation

This chapter will help you better understand the CAL290. Specically, this chapter covers the following topics: Using the CAL290 Keypad: overview of the CAL290s mode, signal and level keys and their functions Stabilization: explanation of the stabilization process Using the CAL290: step-by-step operation for a simple calibration

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Using the CAL290 Keypad

The following table lists each key, which are then described in greater detail:

Key On/Off Previous Mode Next Mode Previous Signal Next Signal Increase Level Decrease Level Mute

Description Powers the instrument On or Off. Up and down arrow keys are used to select the operating mode of the instrument. Up and down arrow keys are used to select the signal being generated. Up and down arrow keys are used to increase or decrease the signal level at both microphones. Used to place the generator output to the speakers in a muted or active state.

On/Off Key
When the On/Off Key is pressed, the display indicates Please Wait and then counts down for 55 seconds (100 counts) to allow the instrument to stabilize. (c) 1996 LARSON-DAVIS INC Warm up. Please Wait. 100 Once the CAL290 has warmed up, the display indicates the instrument serial number, the revision number of the rmware, the temperature, and the

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barometric pressure. sn CAL290A0104 rev 1.12 25.5oC 852 mbar The transducers for the temperature and pressure measurement are located within the instrument.

Previous and Next Mode Keys

After a change in the Mode, the message NOT READY! will appear while the system is stabilizing, after which the operating display will appear. After the CAL290 has been turned on and warmed up, pressing the Mode arrow keys begins the operation of the machine. When operating, the CAL290 display indicates the following parameters: Mode Signal @ Level dB To change the Mode of operation, do the following: The initial Mode is set to Intensity, 25 mm spacer immediately after the CAL290 is switched on and warmed up. Step 1 Immediately after the CAL290 has been switched on and warmed up, press either the Previous Mode or Next Mode to display the initial Mode: Intensity, 25 mm spacer 1000.00 Hz @ 120.00 dB

Step 2 Press the Previous Mode (or Next) to shift the selected Mode to the one higher (or lower) in the list of Modes. Intensity, 12 mm spacer 1000.00 Hz @ 120.00 dB

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The following table displays the layout of the Modes: Mode Items Intensity Available Settings Options 50 mm spacer 25 mm spacer 12 mm spacer 06 mm spacer N/A N/A C Weighting A Weighting Linear Weighting

Residual Intensity 2.0 kHz Pulse Test SPL (Sound Pressure Level)

Each Mode has a specic function for operation. The following is a description of each Mode: Residual Intensity In this Mode of operation the same magnitude signal, with zero phase difference, is applied to both microphones for the purpose of measuring the residual intensity associated with the measurement instrumentation. In this Mode, the signals applied to the microphones have the same magnitude, but with a difference in phase by an amount corresponding to a user-specied value of spacing between microphones. For example, if the user desired to use a 25mm spacer with the intensity probe, it would be necessary to input a value of 25 mm for the spacer to the analyzer as part of the intensity measurement setup since this is a necessary parameter in the calculation of intensity. If an actual probe were being used, the phase difference between the two microphones would be the result of the time required for a plane wave to travel between them. When using the CAL290, the microphones are close together so the performance of a probe is simulated by producing signals with the same phase difference as would occur when using a probe. The user selects one of the following spacer lengths: 6, 12, 25, or 50mm. The
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ambient temperature and pressure, also used in the calculation of intensity, are measured by the Model CAL290 and the output level scaled accordingly. The level is also adjusted for effects of air density. These values also need to be input to the analyzer as part of the intensity measurement setup. Sound Pressure Level In this Mode, the same magnitude signals, without phase considerations, are applied to both microphones for the purpose of performing a level calibration for each microphone. The user can display the level corresponding to a measurement made with a meter set for Flat, A or C weighting. WARNING! Do not use Intensity Mode for SPL calibrations. 2 kHz Pulse In this Mode of operation, a gated 2 kHz transient signal is applied to both microphones once every 10 seconds. This signal is intended for the verication of the accuracy of the Slow, Fast and Impulse detectors of sound level meters. The duration of the signal can be selected over the range 2 mS to 2,000 mS in a 2-5 sequence. A continuous 2 kHz signal can also be selected in this mode.

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Previous and Next Signal Keys

After the Mode is selected, pressing the Signal arrow keys allows the user to choose the signal type. The following is an example of the LCD default screen: In the Intensity, Residual Intensity and Sound Pressure Level Modes the Signal key is used for the selection of frequency or frequency bands. In the 2 kHz Pulse Mode, it is used for the selection of the pulse duration. The Signal arrow keys are only used for the measurement of Residual Intensity, Intensity, and Sound Pressure Level. After a change in the signal, the message NOT READY! will appear while the system is stabilizing, after which the operating display will appear. When rst switched On, the signal will be set to 1 kHz (1000.00 Hz). Step 2 Press the Previous Signal (or Next) to shift the selected Signal to the one higher (or lower) in the list of Signals. Intensity, 25 mm spacer 1000.00 Hz @ 120.00 dB

Signal is MUTED 29.0oC 864 mbar

To change the signal that is emitted, do the following: Step 1 Once the specic Mode is selected, press either the Previous Signal or Next Signal to display the desired Signal: Signal is MUTED 1000.00 Hz @ 120.00 dB

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The following table displays the layout of the Signals available for all Modes other than the 2.0 kHz Pulse Test: Signal Types Frequency Available Settings Options 6349.60 Hz, 5039.68 Hz, 4000.00 Hz, 3174.80 Hz, 2519.84 Hz, 2000.00 Hz, 1587.40 Hz, 1259.92 Hz, 1000.00 Hz, 793.70 Hz, 629.96 Hz, 500.00 Hz, 396.85 Hz, 314.98 Hz, 250.00 Hz, 198.43 Hz, 157.49 Hz, 125.00 Hz, 99.21 Hz, 78.75 Hz, 62.50 Hz, 49.61 Hz, 39.37 Hz, 31.25 Hz, LL 24.80 Hz, 19.69 Hz N/A N/A

1/3 Octave Bands 1/1 Octave Bands

The following is a description of each Signal type available for all Modes (except the 2.0 kHz Pulse Test): Frequency This sinusoidal signal may be controlled either manually or remotely. For remote commands see the section in the appendix titled Remote Commands. Under manual control, the user may select a sinusoidal signal at the center frequency at any 1/3 octave band (approximate) over the range 20 Hz - 6.3kHz. The amplitude is adjustable in 10 dB steps over a range which is dependent upon the selected frequency. This produces equal amplitude signals at the center frequency (approximate) of all 1/3 octave bands in the frequency range 25 Hz to 5 kHz. The signal level is then scaled to correspond to full octave band levels over the frequency band 31.5 Hz to 4kHz. The signal level for each octave band is manually adjustable from 79.77 to 84.77 dB.

1/1 Octave Bands

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1/3 Octave Bands

This produces equal amplitude signals at the center frequency (approximate) of all 1/3 octave bands in the frequency range 25 Hz to 5 kHz. The signal level for each 1/3 octave band is manually adjustable from 75 to 80 dB in 1 dB increments. In the 2 kHz Pulse Mode, the signal level is manually adjustable from 70 to 120 dB in 10 dB increments. When the 2.0 kHz Pulse Test Mode is rst selected, the Signal will be set to Cont (Continuous). Press the Signal arrow keys to select a higher (or lower) duration time in the list of available values. In the pulse test mode, the CAL290 will rst produce a calibration tone lasting until the system has stabilized and is producing signals with amplitudes at the proper level. Once stabilization is obtained, tone bursts or pulses will be generated at intervals of ten seconds. A continuous feedback loop is not used, so if for any reason the microphones are replaced by other microphones, it is necessary to press the Mute key twice to initiate a new stabilization of the signal level. For the 2.0 kHz Pulse Test Mode, the Signal value represents the duration of the burst as follows: Cont. (Continuous) 2000 mSec 500 mSec 200 mSec 50 mSec 20 mSec 5 mSec 2 mSec

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Previous and Next Level Keys

In the 2.0 kHz Pulse Test Mode, the Level arrow buttons increase or decrease the pulse duration instead of the signal level. After the Mode and Signal is chosen, pressing the Level arrow keys allows the user to select a dB level for the signal output. When rst switched On, the Level value of the signal output will be 120 dB. Press the Level arrow keys to increase (or decrease) this value. The permissible range of levels is a function of the Mode and Signal selections. See the Specications and Standards section in the appendix. After modifying the Level value, when switching between the Intensity Modes, the level will remain the same. This is also true when switching between the SLM modes.

Mute Key
When the Mute Key is pressed, the instrument is in the Muted State, meaning that no output signal is being produced. The Mode Display appears for only two seconds before it is replaced by the message Signal is MUTED. When rst switched On, the CAL290 is in the Muted State. Pressing either of the Mode arrow keys causes the Mode Display to reappear for two more seconds. Pressing a Mode arrow key before the display returns to Signal is MUTED shifts the selected Mode. When the CAL290 is producing an output signal, the instrument is not in Muted state.

Stabilization
For example, the message NOT READY! 01 55 23 indicates that the CAL290 has not yet stabilized. A stabilization time is generally required following a change of Mode or Signal. The message NOT READY! XX YY ZZ on the display indicates that stabilization is in process and will continue until the numerical values of XX, YY and ZZ decreases to zero.

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XX and YY indicate the amplitude error for each of the two channels and ZZ indicates the phase error.

Using the CAL290

This section provides a step-by-step example of a typical measurement using the CAL290. In this example you will select a Mode, Signal, and Level in order to do a simple calibration. The operation of the Model CAL290 is susceptible to vibration and external sound elds. It is recommended that it be used in relatively quiet environments such as ofce spaces and instrumentation laboratories. To perform a simple calibration: For best results: When using a sound intensity probe, insert the microphones with the channel 1 microphone in the upward oriented opening. When using a single microphone, use the plug supplied with the instrument to block the other microphone opening. Step 1 Place the CAL290 on the vibration isolation support cushion provided. The cushion should also be placed on a surface which is vibration-free.

Step 2 Next, slide two microphones rmly into the microphone openings. Step 3 Press the On/Off key to turn the instrument on. When the CAL290 is ready to operate, the LCD displays the instrument serial number, revision number of the rmware, temperature, and barometric pressure: sn CAL290A0104 rev 1.12 25.5oC 852 mbar

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Step 4 Press a Mode arrow key until the LCD displays the Mode you desire. In this example we will choose Intensity, 50 mm spacer. A screen similar to the following appears: Intensity, 50 mm spacer 25.5oC 852 mbar Step 5 Next, choose a Signal by pressing a Signal arrow key. In this example we will choose 1000.00Hz. A screen similar to the following appears: Signal is MUTED 1000.00 Hz @ 80.00 dB Step 6 Then, choose a dB Level. Press the Level arrow key and for this example, choose 100.00dB. A screen similar to the following appears: Signal is MUTED 1000.00 Hz @ 100.00 dB Step 7 After you have specied your Mode, Signal and Level press the Mute button to begin the calibration. You must wait until the signal stabilizes. NOT READY! XX YY ZZ appears on the screen. When the values XX YY ZZ have decreased to zero the unit is stabilized.

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APPENDIX

Specications and Standards

The specications and standards met by the CAL290 are discussed in the following sections:

Amplitude/Frequency Specications
In this section, the amplitude units specied depend upon the operating mode of the CAL290 as follows: Sound Intensity Level (dB re. 1pW/m2) with the CAL290 in the Intensity Mode Sound Pressure Level (dB re. 20mPa) in the Residual Intensity, SPL, and 2 kHz Pulse Test Modes The accuracy of the signals applied to the microphones with respect to the user-selected values are as follows: Level: 0.3 dB Frequency: 0.05%

Sinusoidal Signal/Manual Control

With sinusoidal signals, the range of available amplitude levels is a function of frequency as indicated in the following table: Amplitude Range (dB) in 10 dB Steps

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Frequency (Hz) (nominal) 31.5 40.0 50.0 63.0 80.0 100.0 125.0 160.0 200.0 250.0 315.0 400.0 500.0 630.0 800.0 1000.0 1250.0 1600.0 2000.0 2500.0 3150.0 4000.0 5000.0
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Intensity/Residual Intensity Mode 90-110 90-110 90-110 90-110 90-110 90-110 90-110 90-110 90-110 80-110 80-110 80-110 80-110 80-110 80-110 80-120 80-120 80-120 80-130 80-100 80-100 80-100 80-100

SPL Mode Linear Weighting 80-110 80-110 80-110 80-110 80-110 80-110 80-110 80-110 80-110 70-110 70-110 70-110 70-110 70-110 70-110 70-120 70-120 70-120 70-130 70-100 70-100 70-100 70-100

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80-100

70-90

Sinusoidal Signal/Remote Control

The same amplitude ranges are used as specied in the Manual Control except that the amplitude and frequency can be set with greater resolution: Level: 0.01 dB Frequency 0.01 Hz

1/3 Octave Bands

The uniform spectrum (equal intensity or sound pressure levels in all 1/3 octave bands) is over the frequency range 25 Hz to 5 kHz. The level is adjustable over the range 75 to 80 dB in the following increments: Manual Control: 1 dB Remote Control: 0.01 dB

1/1 Octave Bands

The uniform spectrum (equal intensity or sound pressure levels in all 1/3 octave bands) is over the frequency range 31.5 Hz to 4 kHz. The level is adjustable over the range 79.77 to 84.77 dB in the following: Manual Control: 1 dB Remote Control: 0.01 dB

2 kHz Pulse Test

Burst Duration, mS:2, 5, 20, 50, 200, 500, 2000, Continuous

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Amplitude: 70-120 dB Level Adjustment Increment: 10 dB under manual control 0.01 dB under remote control

Remote Control Interface

RS-232

Power
DC Power: 9-16Vdc, .6A provided by PSA004 AC adaptor (included). 90-264 Vac @ 50-60 Hz input to PSA 004 AC adaptor.

Environmental Conditions
Temperature: -10 to 50oC Humidity: 10 to 90% RH (non-condensing) Pressure: 65 to 108 kPa

Internal Sensor Accuracy

Internal temperature reading " 3 C Internal pressure reading " 3.5 kPa

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Standards
The CAL290 meets the sound intensity calibrator specications as presented in IEC 1043:1993 Instruments for the measurement of sound intensity and ANSI S1.9-1996 Instruments for the measurement of sound intensity. The CAL290 meets the residual intensity test device specications as presented in IEC 1043:1993 Instruments for the measurement of sound intensity. The CAL290 meets the class 1 sound pressure calibrator specications as presented in IEC 942:1988 Sound Calibrators and ANSI S1.40-1984 Specications for Acoustical Calibrators.

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Remote Control

The CAL290 can be operated remotely over the RS-232 interface using the commands presented in this Appendix. The following sections are covered: General Remote Commands and Queries Sinusoidal Generator Control Pink Noise Generator Control Pulse Generator Control Query Commands

General Remote Commands and Queries

The user can issue a command to set a particular state of the CAL290 (Mode, Frequency, Level, etc.) or issue a query command which returns the present state of the instrument. The following tables covers the general commands and queries for the following: Generator State Instrument Mode

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Setting the Generator State Command P K S Generator State Pulse Mode Pink Noise Sinusoidal Signal

Querying the Generator State Command QG Generator State P - Sinusoidal Control K - Pink Noise Control S - Pulse Control

Instrument Mode
Setting the Instrument Mode Command M0 M1 M2 M3 M4 M5 M6 Instrument Mode Residual Intensity Intensity, 6 mm Intensity, 12 mm Intensity, 25 mm Intensity, 50 mm SPL Linear SPL A-weight

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SPL C-weight

Querying the Instrument Mode Command QM Instrument Mode Number associated with the Instrument Mode is returned (see table above).

Sinusoidal Generator Control

The following gives step-by-step instructions on how to remote control the CAL290 using Sinusoidal Generator Control. To do this: Step 1 Place the state of instrument to sinusoidal generator state by issuing the Generator State command S. Command S Generator State Sinusoidal Signal

Step 2 Select an instrument mode setting by issuing one of the following commands: Command M0 M1 M2 M3 Instrument Mode Residual Intensity Intensity, 6 mm Intensity, 12 mm Intensity, 25 mm

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M4 M5 M6 M7 If the level is remotely set to a value below or above the range of the mode, then the level will be readjusted automatically to the minimum or maximum level (See appendix A for minimum and maximum ranges).

Intensity, 50 mm SPL Linear SPL A-weight SPL C-weight

Step 3 Select a frequency by issuing an F followed by the value in Hz. The following table gives examples of this command: Command F1000 F2000.98 Frequency produced 1000 Hz 2000.98 Hz

If the level is remotely set to a value below or above the range of the mode, then the level will be readjusted automatically to the minimum or maximum level (See appendix A for minimum and maximum ranges). Setting a level less than 70 dB forces the Mute state. Setting a level above 70 dB ends the Mute state.

Step 4 Select a dB level by issuing an L followed by the value in dB. The following table gives examples of this command: Command L120.05 L90 Frequency produced 120.05 dB 90 dB

All commands will be responded with an OK, cr, lf. To verify that a command has been accepted and set, use query commands to identify current settings and states of the CAL290 (refer to the Query Commands section located at the end of this appendix).

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Pink Noise Generator Control

The following gives step-by-step instructions on how to remote control the CAL290 using Pink Noise Generator Control. To do this: Step 1 Place the state of instrument to pink noise generator state by issuing the Generator State command K. Command K Generator State Pink Noise

Step 2 Select an instrument mode setting by issuing one of the following commands: Command M0 M1 M2 M3 M4 M5 M6 M7 Instrument Mode Residual Intensity Intensity, 6 mm Intensity, 12 mm Intensity, 25 mm Intensity, 50 mm SPL Linear SPL A-weight SPL C-weight

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NOTE: Whether in the 1/3 or 1/1 octave bandwidth mode, the pink noise spectrum is generated as a set of 1/3 octave bands and the value set by the remote command represents the level for all 1/3 octave bands. Thus, when the 1/1 octave bandwidth is selected, the level produced per octave band will be 4.8 dB higher than the level requested by the remote command. If the level is remotely set to a value below or above the range of the mode, then the level will be readjusted automatically to the minimum or maximum level (See appendix A for minimum and maximum ranges). Setting a level less than 70 dB forces the Mute state. Setting a level above 70 dB ends the Mute state.

Step 3 Select a frequency bandwidth by issuing one of the following commands: Command F0 F1 Frequency Bandwidth 1/1 1/3

Step 4 Select a dB level by issuing an L followed by the value in dB. The following table gives examples of this command: Command L120.05 L90 Frequency produced 120.05 dB 90 dB

All commands will be responded with an OK, cr, lf. To verify that a command has been accepted and set, use query commands to identify current settings and states of the CAL290 (refer to the Query Commands section located at the end of this appendix).

Pulse Generator Control

The following gives step-by-step instructions on how to remote control the CAL290 using Pulse Mode Generator Control. To do this:

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Step 1 Place the state of instrument to pulse mode generator state by issuing the Generator State command P. Command P No mode control is applicable for use with the pulse signal Generator State Pulse Mode

Step 2 Select a pulse width setting by issuing one of the following commands: Command F0 F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 Instrument Mode 2 ms 5 ms 20 ms 50 ms 200 ms 500 ms 2000 ms continuous

If the level is remotely set to a value below or above the range of the mode, then the level will be readjusted automatically to the minimum or maximum level (See appendix A for minimum and maximum ranges). Setting a level less than 70 dB forces the Mute state. Setting a level above 70 dB ends the Mute state.

Step 3 Select a dB level by issuing an L followed by the value in dB. The following table gives examples of this command: Command L120.05 L90 Frequency produced 120.05 dB 90 dB

All commands will be responded with an OK, cr, lf. To verify that a command has been accepted and set, use query commands to identify current settings and states of the CAL290 (refer to the Query Commands section located at the end of this appendix).

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Query commands allow the user to view and verify that a command has been accepted and set. Query commands also are used to identify current settings and states of the CAL290. The following is a table of these commands. Command QM Parameter Queried Mode Response 0 - Residual Intensity 1 - Intensity, 6 mm 2 - Intensity, 12 mm 3 - Intensity, 25 mm 4 - Intensity, 50 mm 5 - SPL Linear 6 - SPL A-weight 7 - SPL C-weight Sinusoidal Control returns frequency value in Hz. Pink Noise Control 0 - 1/1 1 - 1/3 Pulse Control 0 - 2 ms 1 - 5 ms 2 - 20 ms 3 - 50 ms 4 - 200 ms 5 - 500 ms 6 - 2000 ms 7 - continuous QL QR Level Ready Status Flag dB value is returned. 1 = ready* 0 = not ready* * Output signal should not be used until it has stabilized.

QF

Frequency

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Pressure Temperature Current Generator

Number representing the pressure in millibars. Number representing temperature in Co. P - Sinusoidal Control K - Pink Noise Control S - Pulse Control

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Numerics
1/1 Octave Bands 2-7 1/3 Octave Bands 2-8 2kHz Pulse Test Mode 2-8 On/Off 2-2 Signal 2-6

L
Level Key 2-9

A
Accessories and Optional Equipment 1-7

M
Mode 2 kHz Pulse 2-5 Intensity 2-4 Residual Intensity 2-4 Sound Pressure Level 2-5 Mode key 2-3 Mute Key 2-9

C
CAL290 Accessories and Optional Equipment 17 Applications 1-3 Components 1-4 Connectors 1-5 Features 1-3 optional equipment 1-7 CAL290 Components 1-4 Connecting External Power 1-7

O
On/Off Key 2-2

P
Pink Noise Generator Control B-5 Pulse Generator Control B-6

F
Features 1-3 Formatting Conventions 1-2 Frequency 2-7 Frequency Signals 2-7

Q
Query Commands B-8 Querying the Instrument Mode B-3

G
General Remote Commands and Queries B1 Generator State B-2

R
Remote Control B-1 RS-232 Connector 1-5

I
Instrument Mode B-2

S
serial number 1-6 Signal key 2-6 Sinusoidal Generator Control B-3 Stabilization 2-9

K
Keys Level 2-9 Mode 2-3 Mute 2-9
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Unpacking and Inspection 1-6

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Using the CAL290 2-10 Using the CAL290 Keypad 2-2

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