Man 979 06102011manual

SVAN 979 USER'S MANUAL______________________________________________________
SVAN 979
Sound & Vibration
ANALYSER
USER’S MANUAL
SVANTEK Sp. z o.o.

WARSAW, October 2010
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Notice: This user’s manual presents the software revision named 1.17
(cf. the description of the Unit Label position of the Instrument list). The succeeding software revisions
(marked with the bigger numbers) can slightly change the view of some displays presented in the text of the
manual.
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CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION 7
1.1. SVAN 979 as Sound Level Meter & Analyser 7
1.2. SVAN 979 as Vibration Meter & Analyser 7
1.3. General features of SVAN 979 8
1.4. Accessories included 8
1.5. Accessories available 8
1.6. Software options available 9
2. MANUAL CONTROL OF THE INSTRUMENT 10

2.1 Control push-buttons on the front panel 10
2.2 Input and output sockets of the instrument 14
3. SETTING THE INSTRUMENT 16

3.1. Basis of the instrument’s control 16
3.2. Structure of the instrument’s menu 22
3.3. Powering of the instrument 32
3.4. Initial Setup of the instrument 33
3.5. Icons description 34
3.6. Memory organisation 37
4. FUNCTIONS OF THE INSTRUMENT – Function 40

4.1. Selecting the mode of the instrument – Mode 40
4.2. Measurement functions of the instrument - Measurement Function 40
4.3. Instrument’s calibration – Calibration 42
4.3.1. Calibration by Sensitivity in the case of acoustic signal 43
4.3.2. Calibration by Sensitivity in the case of Vibration signal 44
4.3.3. Calibration By Measurement in the case of acoustic signal 45
4.3.4. Calibration By Measurement in the case of vibration signal 46
4.3.5. History of the calibrations - Last Calibration 47
4.3.6. Clear calibration records - Clear Calibr. History 48
5. MEASUREMENT PARAMETERS SETTING – Measurement 49

5.1 Selection of measurement parameters - General Settings 50
5.2 Measure triggering parameters selection – Measure Trigger 54
5.3 Setting parameters in a profile – Profiles 57
5.4 Setting of the logging functionality – Logging 59
5.4.1 Settings of the Logger – Logger Setup 60
5.4.2 Results selection – Logger Results 62
5.4.3 Logger trigger parameters setup – Logger Trigger 64
5.4.4 Event recording setup – Event Recording 66
5.4.5 The marker setup – Marker Setup 69
5.4.6 Wave recorder setup – Wave Recording 70
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5.5 Selection of 1/1 Octave and 1/3 Octave spectrum parameters – Spectrum 73
5.6 Selection of the microphone compensation filters – Compensation Filter 75
5.7 Measurement range setting – Range 76
5.8 Exposure time setting - Exposure Time 77
5.9 Setting ten statistical levels - Statistical Levels 77
5.10 Programming the instrument’s internal timer – Timer 78
5.10.1 Description of the exemplary timer function execution 81
6. DATA AVAILABLE ON THE DISPLAY – Display 83

6.1 Selection of the modes of measurement results presentation - Display Modes 84
6.1.1 One profile presentation mode 84
6.1.2 Combined presentation modes 85
6.1.3 Setting on/off logger view – Logger 90
6.1.4 Switching on/off spectrum view – Spectrum 92
6.1.5 Switching on/off spectrum table view – Spectrum Table 94
6.1.6 Setting on/off statistics view in Sound modes – Statistics 94
6.1.7 Setting on/off the view of the file description - File Info 96
6.1.8 Setting on/off the view of the measurement results – Meter Table 96
6.1.9 Setting on/off the view of the GPS information – GPS 97
6.2 Setting the scale of the presentation and the display’s grid - Display Scale 97
6.3 Setting the parameters of the spectrum presentation - Spectrum View 100
6.4 Selection of the Spectrum Type in Vibration mode - Spectrum Type 101
6.5 Setting the parameters of the logger files presentation - Logger View 101
6.6 Setting the parameter for spectrum comparison – Spectrum Compare 102
6.7 Setting the display brightness and power saver- Screen Setup 105
6.8 Setting the colour theme of the display – Themes 107
7. SAVING THE MEASUREMENT RESULTS – File 108

7.1 Saving files - Save and Save Next 109
7.2 Managing the files saved in the internal and external memory – File Manager 113
7.2.1 Setting the directory for saving files – Set Working Directory 115
7.2.2 Creating new catalogue and new file 116
7.2.3 Deleting all files from Internal memory – Delete All 117
7.2.4 Defragmentation of the internal memory – Defragmentation 118
7.2.5 Opening file/catalogue – Open 119
7.2.6 Copying file/catalogue – Copy 120
7.2.7 Moving file/catalogue – Move 120
7.2.8 Renaming file/catalogue – Rename 121
7.2.9 Information about file/catalogue – Info 122
7.2.10 Deleting file/catalogue – Delete 123
7.3 Managing the setup files – Setup Manager 123
7.3.1 Saving the setup files 124
7.3.2 Operations on the setup files 126
7.4 Controlling the data storing in the instrument’s memory - Save Options 127
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7.4.1 Saving data starting from the same address - RAM File 127
7.4.2 Replacement of the existing files by the new ones – Replace 128
7.4.3 Controlling the measurement statistics savings - Save Statistics 128
7.4.4 Controlling the measurement results savings - Auto Save 129
7.4.5 Direct access to the Save / Save Next function - Direct Save 130
7.4.6 Saving maximum values in the spectrum - Save Max Spectrum 131
7.4.7 Saving the lowest values in the spectrum - Save Min Spectrum 131
8. SETTINGS OF THE INSTRUMENT PARAMETERS – Instrument 132

8.1. Checking the state of the internal battery – Battery 132
8.2. Bluetooth activation – Bluetooth 133
8.3. Selection of the active port - Communication Ports 134
8.4. Setting the external power parameters - External Power 135
8.5. Setting the GPS parameters – GPS 136
8.6. Selection of the current IEPE supply - IEPE Current 137
8.7. Selection of keyboard modes – Keyboard Settings 137
8.8. Checking the modem status – Modem Status 139
8.9. Setting parameters of the I/O port - Multifunction I/O 139
8.10. Setting the microphone polarisation voltage – Polarisation Voltage 143
8.11. Remote control mode configuration – Remote Control Mode 143
8.12. Setting the parameters of the serial interface - RS232 144
8.13. Programming the instrument’s internal Real Time Clock – RTC 145
8.14. Checking the instrument's vibration – Self Vibration 146
8.15. Parameters of remote communication - Wireless Transfer 146
8.15.1. Selection of the network type – Network 146
8.15.2. Selection of the data transfer type - Data Transfer 148
8.15.3. Configuration of modem basic settings – Modem 149
8.15.4. Setting of support modem options - Modem Connection 151
8.15.5. Configuration of SMS service - SMS Option 154
8.15.6. Configuration of e-mail service - E-mail Settings 154
8.15.7. Data transfer with the Modbus protocol – Modbus 157
8.16. Checking specification of the instrument - Unit Label 158
9. AUXILIARY SETTINGS – Auxiliary Setup 159

9.1. Setting the language of the user interface – Language 159
9.2. Return to the factory settings – Factory Settings 161
9.3. Reference signal in vibration measurements - Reference Levels 162
9.4. Setting the coefficients of the user filters - User Filters 163
9.4.1 Introduction the parameters of real time filters - Real Time Filters 164
9.5.1.1. Selecting real time filter – Rx 164
9.4.2 Setting filter coefficients for octave analysis - Spectrum Based Filter 165
9.5.2.1. Selection the user filter for total value calculation – Filter Select 166
9.5.2.2. Setting the coefficients of the user filters set – Filter Edit 167
9.5.2.3. Clearing the coefficients of the user filters – Filter Clear 168
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9.5. Selection of the Vibration units - Vibration Units 169

9.6. Warnings selection – Warnings 169
10. REPORTS PRINTING – Report 174

10.1. Printing of the measurement results - Print Results 175
10.2. Printing of the statistics of sound measurement results - Print Statistics 180
10.3. Printing of the coefficients of the user filters - Print User Filters 184
10.4. Selection of the printing options – Options 187
11. 1/1 AND 1/3 OCTAVE ANALYSER 189

11.1. Selection of 1/1 Octave or 1/3 Octave analysis mode 189
11.2. Selection of parameters of 1/1 Octave and 1/3 Octave analysis 190
11.3. Measurement range selection in 1/1 Octave and 1/3 Octave analysis - Range 190
11.4. Setting the parameters of 1/1 Octave and 1/3 Octave analysis - Spectrum 191
11.5. Activation of saving of 1/1 Octave and 1/3 Octave analysis results in the logger’s file -
Logger Results 192
11.6. Selection of the result which triggers registration in logger in 1/1 Octave and 1/3 Octave
analysis - Logger Trigger 192
11.7. Display options in 1/1 Octave and 1/3 Octave analysis mode 193
11.8. Presentation of 1/1 Octave and 1/3 Octave analysis results 193
11.9. Setting the scale of the measurement results presentation - Scale 195
11.10. Setting the parameters of the spectrum presentation - Spectrum View 197
11.11. Selection of the Spectrum Type in Vibration mode - Spectrum Type 198
11.12. Setting filter coefficients for 1/1 Octave and 1/3 Octave analysis - Spectrum Based Filter199
11.16.1. Selection the user filter for total value calculation – Filter Select 199
11.16.2. Setting the coefficients of the user filters set – Filter Edit 201
12. FFT ANALYSER 202

12.1. Selection of FFT analysis mode 202
12.2. Selection of parameters of FFT analysis 203
12.3. Measurement range selection in FFT analysis - Range 203
12.4. Setting the parameters of FFT analysis - FFT 204
12.5. Activation of saving of FFT analysis results in the logger’s file - Logger Results 205
12.6. Display options in FFT analysis mode 206
12.7. Presentation of FFT analysis results 206
12.8. Setting the scale of the measurement results presentation - Scale 207
12.9. Setting the parameters of the spectrum presentation - Spectrum View 209
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1. INTRODUCTION
The SVAN 979 is digital, Type 1 Sound & Vibration level meter as well as 1/1 or 1/3 octave analyser.
The instrument is designed for general acoustic and vibration measurements, environmental monitoring,
occupational health and safety monitoring.
Three acoustic or vibration profiles allow parallel measurements with independently defined filters and
RMS detector time constants. Each profile provides significant number of results (like Leq, LMax, LMin,
LPeak, Spl, SEL in the case of sound measurements or RMS, Peak, VDV, MTVV in the case
of vibration measurements). Advanced time history logging for each profile provides complete information
about measured signal in the external SD-card or USB Memory Stick and can be easy downloaded to any
PC using the USB interface and SvanPC+ software.
All required weighting filters (e.g.: A, B, C, G, Z in the case of sound measurements and Wh in case of
vibration measurements) including the latest ISO 2631-1&2 standard are available with this instrument. The
general Vibration measurements (like acceleration, velocity and displacement) and HVM meeting
ISO 8041:2005 standard are possible. The RMQ detector enables direct measurement of the Vibration Dose
Value (VDV).
Using computational power of its digital signal processor the SVAN 979 instrument can,
simultaneously to the meter mode, perform real time 1/1 Octave or 1/3 Octave analysis including
the calculations of the statistical levels. Following functions are also available as options: FFT analysis,
acoustic Loudness measurements, Tonality analysis, reverberation time (RT60) measurements, Enveloping
analysis, AEM measurements and user programmable second order band pass filters. The time history
logging of 1/1 Octave, 1/3 Octave and FFT analysis is also provided. The time domain signal recording on
the external SD-card or USB memory stick is available. Advanced trigger and alarm functions are available in
the standard version of this, currently the most sophisticated, one channel instrument from Svantek.
Fast USB 1.1 interface (12 MHz) creates real time link for the PC "front-end" application of the
SVAN 979 instrument. The Host USB functionality is also available. The USB Host controller installed in the
instrument enables the user to connect to this meter the USB memory sticks, USB hard disks, USB printers
etc. A PC using the optional interfaces (RS 232, Bluetooth or IrDA) can also remotely control the instrument.
The measurement results can be downloaded to PC using all mentioned above interfaces. The instrument is
powered from four AA standard or rechargeable batteries (i.e. NiMH - separate charger is required). The
powering of the instrument from the External DC power source or the USB interface is also provided. Robust
and lightweight design accomplishes the exceptional features of this new generation instrument.
1.1. SVAN 979 as Sound Level Meter & Analyser
• noise measurements (SPL, LEQ, SEL, Lden, Ltm3, Ltm5 and statistics) with Type 1
IEC 61672:2002 accuracy in the frequency range 3.15 Hz ÷ 20 kHz with GRAS 40AE microphone
• parallel Impulse, Fast and Slow detectors for the measurements with A, B, C, G, Z filters
• two measurement ranges 22 dB RMS(A) ÷ 123 dB Peak (Low) and 30 dB RMS(A) ÷ 140 dB Peak
(High)
• 1/1 Octave and 1/3 Octave real time analysis - 15 filters with centre frequencies 1 Hz ÷16 kHz, Type
1 – IEC 1260 and 45 filters with centre frequencies 0.8 Hz ÷ 20 kHz, Type 1 – IEC 1260
1.2. SVAN 979 as Vibration Meter & Analyser
• General Vibration measurements (acceleration, velocity and displacement) and optionally HVM
meeting ISO 8041:2005 and ISO 10816-1 standards in the frequency range depends on the
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parameters of the attached accelerometer, i.e. with DYTRAN 3185D general purpose transducer is
equal to 2Hz ÷ 20 kHz
• parallel RMS, VDV, MTVV or Max, Peak, Peak–Peak measurements
• Z, HP1, HP3, HP10, Wh weighting filters
• 1/1 Octave and 1/3 Octave real time analysis - 15 filters with centre frequencies 1 Hz ÷16 kHz,
Type 1 – IEC 1260 and 45 filters with centre frequencies 0.8 Hz ÷ 20 kHz, Type 1 – IEC 1260
1.3. General features of SVAN 979
• Advanced Data Logger including spectra's logging on the SD-card or USB Memory Stick providing
almost unlimited logging capacity
• domain signal recording (option)
• Advanced trigger and alarm functions
• USB 1.1 Host & Client interface (real time PC "front end" application supported)
• RS 232 and Bluetooth interface
• Integration time programmable up to 24 h
• Power supply by four AA rechargeable or standard batteries
• Hand held, light weight and robust case
• Easy in use
1.4. Accessories included
• GRAS 40AE - prepolarised ½” microphone with nominal sensitivity 50 mV/Pa

• SV 17 - microphone preamplifier
• SC 16 - USB 1.1 cable
• SC 59 - I/O cable
• four AA batteries
• SvanPC+ for windows 2000/XP software
1.5. Accessories available
• SA 17A - external battery pack

• SA 22 - windscreen
• SA 143 - carrying case for SVAN 95x and accessories
• SA 79 - carrying case for SVAN 9xx and accessories (waterproof)
• SA 46 - carrying belt-bag for SVAN 94x and SVAN 95x (leather)
• SA 47 - carrying bag for SVAN 95x and accessories (fabric material)
• SV 55 - RS 232 option for the SVAN 955
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1.6. Software options available
• SVAN979 - SVAN 979 including 1/1 and 1/3 octave analysis

• SV 979_4 - FFT analysis option for the SVAN 979
• SV 979_5 - RT60 option for the SVAN 979
• SV 979_6 - Tonality analysis option for the SVAN 979
• SV 979_7 - Loudness analysis option for the SVAN 979
• SV 979_8 - Rotation measurement option including Laser Tachometer (RPM)
• SV 979_11 - Enveloping analysis option
• SV 979_12 - Balancing (RPM option required) *
• SV 979_15 - domain signal recording (to the USB Flash Disk: *.srt or *.wav format)
• SV 979_16 - user programmable second order band pass filters*
Notice: The software options can be purchased in any time as only the introduction of the
special code is required for their activation.
SVAN 979 instrument with the preamplifier and microphone
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2. MANUAL CONTROL OF THE INSTRUMENT
The control of the instrument is developed in the fully dialogue way. The user can operate the
instrument by selecting the proper position from the Menu list. Thanks to that, the number of the control
push-buttons of the instrument is reduced to nine.
2.1 Control push-buttons on the front panel
On the front panel of the instrument, there are located the following control push-buttons:
• <ENTER>, (<Menu>), [<Save>],
• <ESC>, (<Cal.>), [<S/P>],
• <Shift>, [Markers]
• <Alt>, [Markers]
• <5>,
• <3>,
• <4>,
• <6>,
• <Start/Stop>.
The name given in (...) brackets denotes the second push-button function which is available after
pressing it in conjunction (or in sequence) with the <Shift> push-button. For the first two push-buttons the
name given in square brackets […] denotes also the third push-button function which is available after
pressing it in conjunction (or in sequence) with the <Alt> push-button.
<Shift>
The second function of a push-button (written in red colour on a push-button) can be used when the
<Shift> push-button is pressed. This push-button can be used in two different ways:
• as Shift in the keyboard (e.g. while typing the filename); both <Shift> and the second push-button
must be pressed in parallel;
• as 2nd Fun; this push-button can be pressed and released before pressing the second one or
pressed in parallel (while operating in “2nd Fun” mode, see the following notice) with the second
push-button.
The <Shift> push-button pressed in conjunction with the <Alt> one enables the user to enter the
Markers on the plots during the measurement.
Notice: The operation of this push-button can be set as the “Direct” mode or the “2nd Fun.”
mode in the Shift/Alt position (path: Menu / Instrument / Keyboard Settings) - see description of the
Instrument list.
<Alt>
This push-button enables one to choose the third push-button function in case of [<Save>] and
[<Pause>] push-buttons. In order to select the third function the user must press the <Alt> and the second
push-button simultaneously.
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Notice: The simultaneous pressing of the <Alt> and <Start/Stop> push-buttons switches the
instrument on and off.
<Start/Stop>
This push-button enables one to start the measurement process, when the instrument is not
measuring or to stop it, when the instrument is in course of the measurement. It is also possible to set such
mode of this push-button, in which in order to start or stop the measurements the user has to press it
simultaneously with the <Shift> one.
Notice: The change of the <Start/Stop> push-button mode is performed in the

Keyboard Settings window of the Instrument list (see description of the Instrument list).
<ENTER>
This push-button enables one to enter the selected operation mode or to confirm the control options.
Some additional functions of this push-button will be described in the following chapters of this manual.
(<Menu>)
This push-button (pressed together with the <Shift> one) enables the user to enter the main list
containing six sub-lists: Function, Measurement, Display, File, Instrument, Auxiliary Setup and Report.
Each of the mentioned above sub-lists consists of the sub-lists, elements and data windows. These main
sub-lists will be described in details in the following chapters of the manual. Double pressed <Menu> push-
button enters the list containing eight last opened sub-lists. It often speeds up the control of the instrument
as the user has the faster access to the frequently used sub-lists.
[<Save>]
This push-button (pressed together with the <Alt> one) enables the user to save measurement results
as a file in the internal instrument’s memory or on the SD-card or USB memory stick. There are two available
functions: Save Next - save a file with the name increased by one (e.g. 02JAN0, 02JAN1, 02JAN3) and
Save - save a file with the edited name.
<ESC>
This push-button closes the control lists, sub-lists or windows. It acts in opposite to the <ENTER>
push-button. When the window is closed pressing the <ESC> push-button, any changes made in it are
ignored in almost all cases.
([Cal.])
This push-button (pressed together with the <Shift> one) enters the Calibration sub-list in which the
user can enter one of the available sub-lists (Calibr. by Sensitivity, Calibr. by Measurement,
Last Calibration and Clear Calibr. History).
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[<S/P>]
This push-button enables one to jump to the Setup Manager window or to break the measurement
process temporarily.
<3>, <4>
These push-buttons enable one, in particular, to:
• select the column in a multi column parameter list;
• select the parameters value in an active position (e.g. filter Z, A or C, Integration period: 1s, 2s, 3s, …
etc.);
• control the cursor in Spectrum, Logger and Statistics modes of result’s presentation;
• select the position of the character in the text edition;
• activate markers 2 and 3
• speed up the changing of the numerical values of the parameters when pressed and hold.
(<3>, <4>)
The <3>, <4> push-buttons pressed in conjunction (or in sequence) with the <Shift> enable one, in
particular, to:
• select the parameters value in an active position (e.g. filter Z, A or C, Integration period: 1s, 2s, 3s, …
etc.);
• zoom in or zoom out in the Spectrum presentation mode
Some other possible reactions of the instrument on the pressing of these push-buttons will be
described in details in the following chapters.
[<3>, <4>]
The <3>, <4> push-buttons pressed in conjunction (or in sequence) with the <Alt> enable one, in
particular, to:
• speed up the changing of the numerical values of the parameters (i.e. the step is increased from 1 to 10
in the setting of Start Delay - path: Menu / Input / General Settings / Start Delay);
• insert or delete a character in the text edition modes.
<5>, <6>
The <5>, <6> push-buttons enable one, in particular, to:
• select lines in the list;
• select the proper character from the list in the text edition mode;
• activate markers 1 and 4
(<5>, <6>)
The <5>, <6> push-buttons pressed in conjunction (or in sequence) with the <Shift> enable one, in
particular, to:
• change the relation between the Y-axis and X-axis of all plots presented on the screen
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[<5>, <6>]
The <5>, <6> push-buttons pressed in conjunction (or in sequence) with the <Alt> enable one, in
particular, to:
• change the mode of result’s presentation;
• programme the Real Clock (RTC) and Timer;
Some other possible reactions of the instrument on the pressing of these push-buttons
will be described in details in the following chapters.
[Info]
The Info (simultaneous pressing the <3>, <4> push-buttons) opens the window with the help
information in the measurement display modes.
Result Window Info
[Markers]
The Markers enable the user to mark special events, which occurred during the performed
measurements (i.e. the airplane flight, the dog’s barking, the train’s drive etc.). In order to activate the
markers the logger has to be switched on (path: <Menu> / Measurement / General Settings / Logging /
Logger Setup) and one or more logger results (Peak, Max, Min, Leq for sound measurements or Peak, P–P,
Max, RMS for Vibration measurements) in profiles have to be activated (path: <Menu> / Measurement /
General Settings / Logging / Logger Results). In order to enter the marker the user must press <Shift> and
<Alt> push-buttons simultaneously during the measurement. Then four available markers appears on the
screen. To choose marker number 1 the user must press <5> push button (number 2 - <3>, number - 3
<4> and number 4 - <6>).
The markers disappear automatically and chosen marker is activated (after pressing <Shift> + <Alt>
again active marker number will be highlighted). In order to switch off the marker, the user has to pressing
<Shift> + <Alt> and press the arrow push-button, which refers to the marker to be switched off.
The current state of the markers is indicated in the logger’s file (cf. App. B for details) and can be used
to show them using dedicated presentation software.
<Shift> / <Alt> <5>

Marker 1 activation
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<5>
Marker 1 deactivation
The exemplary presentation of the markers on the time history plot is shown below (to view a plot with
markers the user has to transfer data to the proper software).
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Leq
40 Marker 1
Marker 2
30 Marker 3
Marker 4
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History plot with the indication of the active markers
2.2 Input and output sockets of the instrument
The measurement input, called Input is placed in the centre of the instrument’s top cover. It is the
Lemo-7 socket. The microphone preamplifier SV 17 has the proper plug in with the screw. The
accelerometers have to be connected to the instrument using also the Lemo-7 connector. After plug in the
preamplifier or the accelerometer to the measurement input, the screw should be twisted to the light
resistance. The full description of the signals connected to the sockets is given in the Appendix C.
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Top cover of the SVAN 979 instrument in 1:1 scale
In the bottom cover there are four sockets, placed from the right to the left as follows: 6-24V,
USB Host, USB Device and I/O.
Bottom cover of the SVAN 979 instrument in 1:1 scale
The USB Device 1.1 interface is the serial interface working with 12 MHz clock. Thanks to its speed, it
is widely used in all PC. In the instrument, the standard 4-pins socket is used described in details in
Appendix C.
The USB Host interface can be used to connect the external USB Memory Stick or USB hard disk,
enabling the device to register virtually infinite sequence of measurement results.
The additional multi purpose input / output socket, called I/O, is a two-pins LEMO socket. On this
socket, in the case when the Analogue Output functionality is selected, the signal from the input of the
analogue / digital converter (before the correction) is available. This signal can be registered using magnetic
recorder or observed on the oscilloscope. The Digital Input as another functionality serves as the external
trigger, while the Digital Output is used to generate the trigger pulse or alarm pulse from the instrument.
To the 6-24V socket located on the bottom cover of the instrument, the user can connect the external
DC power 6-24V adapter. The current consumption depends on the voltage of the power supplier.
Notice: Switch the power off before connecting the instrument to any other device
(e.g. a printer or a Personal Computer).
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3. SETTING THE INSTRUMENT
In order to perform the measurements using the instrument the user has only to plug-in the
preamplifier with the microphone or the proper transducer and to switch the power on.
Notice: The user has to press the <Alt> and <Start/Stop> push-buttons
in parallel in order to switch the power On/Off.
3.1. Basis of the instrument’s control
The instrument is controlled by means of nine push-buttons of the keyboard. Using these push-buttons
one can access all available functions and change the value of all available parameters. The functions are
placed in the system of lists and sub-lists. The main list contains the headers of seven lists, which also
contain sub-lists or positions (elements). The main list is opened after pressing the <Menu> push-button.
This list contains the following lists: Function, Measurement, Display, File, Instrument, Auxiliary Setup
and Report. The elements of each list are described in details in Chapters 4 ÷ 10. Only one list can be
accessed at a time, the one that name is highlighted (displayed inversely). The change of the highlighted line
is done after pressing the <5>, <6> push-buttons.
<Menu>
Displays with the main menu
The double pressing of the <Menu> push-button opens the list of recently accessed menu items.
Such solution enables one to access the most frequently used lists quickly, without the necessity of passing
the whole path.
<Menu> <Menu>
Display with the recently accessed menu items (after double pressing of the <Menu> push-button)
The instrument's menu consists of different type of windows, which may be: main menu list, sub-menu
list, option list, parameter list, text editor window, information window and file manager window with file
command list. All windows and control options are described just below, exception is the file manager
window, which is described in chapter 7 (description of menu File).
After the selection of the desired list with the use of <5> or <6> push-buttons, the user has to press
the <ENTER> push-button in order to enter it. After this operation new sub-menu, option list, parameter list
or information window appears on the display.
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<6> <ENTER>
Measurement list opening
The option list consists of different options, from which the only one may be selected. The selection of
the option is performed next way. The user has to highlight the desired option by means of <5> or <6>
push-buttons and then press the <ENTER> one. This option became active and the list is closing. When the
user enter this list again the selected option will be marked.
<6> <ENTER>
<ENTER>
Spectrum Type windows; Velocity option selection
The parameter list contains parameters for which the user may select the value from the certain
range. Next pressing of the <ENTER> push-button enables one to access mentioned above sub-lists.
<ENTER>
The parameter list window opening
The desired position of a list is accessed after pressing the <5> or <6> push-button.
<6>
General Settings window; changing the parameter after pressing the <6> push-button
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The change of the value in a selected position is performed by the <3> or <4> push-buttons (or
pressed together with the <Shift> one).
<4>
Repetition Cycles value selection after pressing the <4> push-button
If the parameter has numerical value the user may to speed up it’s selection keep pressing the <3>
or <4> push-buttons (or pressed together with the <Shift> one) longer than 1 second. In this case
parameter starts to change automatically until the user releases the pressed buttons.
<4> and keep

Repetition Cycles value selection after pressing and keeping the <4> push-button
The user may change the numerical parameter value with the step (usually 10, 20) by means of the
<3> or <4> push-buttons pressed together with the <Alt> one.
<Shift/4>
Repetition Cycles value selection after pressing the <4> push-button with the <Shift> one
When the list of parameters consists of more than one column the user may change the column with
the use of <3> or <4> push-buttons staying within the same line.
<4>
Logger Results list; column changing
With the use of <5> or <6> push-buttons the user may change the line in the same column.
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<6>
Logger Results list; line changing
The change of the value in a selected position is performed by the <Alt> and <3> or <4> push-
buttons pressed together.
<Alt/4>
Logger Results list; Peak result for the second profile deactivation
With the use of <5> or <6> push-buttons pressed together with the <Shift> one the user may
change all values in the same column.
<Shift/6>
Logger Results list; column values changing
With the use of <3> or <4> push-buttons pressed together with the <Shift> one the user may
change all values in the same line.
<Shift/4>
Logger Results list; line values changing
Some parameters like Start Hour, Start Day etc. are complex (consists of more that one value field).
The selection of values for such parameters is performed in a special window, which is opened with the
<3> or <4> push-buttons. In the special window the value is selected with the use of <3>, <4> or <5>,
<6> push-buttons and then is confirmed by <ENTER>.
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<4> <5> <4>
<6> <ENTER>
Timer windows; setting day of the instrument’s switch on
<4> <6>
<ENTER>
In all cases the <ENTER> push-button is used for the confirmation of the selection in a position and
for closing the opened sub-list.
The sub-list is closed ignoring changes made in a sub-list by pressing the <ESC> push-button.
<ESC> <ESC>
Displays after three consecutive pressing of the <ESC> push-button from the General Settings sub-list
As it was mentioned, some of the sub-lists end with the windows informing the user about the state of
the instrument, available memory, not existing files or loggers, standards fulfilled by the unit, etc. In order to
scroll the list, the user has to use the <5> or <6> push-button. In order to close such window, the user has
to press the <ESC> push-button.
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<ENTER> <6>
Displays with the accessed Unit Label position
There are also windows, in which the user may edit some text (i.e. the name of the file, the header for
the printed reports from the measurements). This window consists the help information to guide the user how
to edit the text.
<4>
Logger Name edition in
The edition process is presented on the Figures below.

The displayed inversely character may be edited. One can select the position of the character in the
edited text using the <3>, <4> push-buttons.
<4>
Display during the selection of the character’s position to be edited
The available ASCII characters can be changed using the <5> or <6> push-button. The subsequent
digits, underline, big letters and space appear on the display in the inversely displayed position after each
pressing of the mentioned above push-buttons.
<5>
Display during the edition of the file name
One can insert or delete the position in the edited text using the <3>, <4> push-buttons pressed
together with the <Alt> one.
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<Alt /4> < Alt /3>
Display during the edition of the file name
In the most windows the last line consists the help information. It informs the user how to select or
modify the parameter’s value, change the character in the text line etc.
If some functions or parameters are not active, the positions in the menu or parameter lists linked with
this function or parameter became not active (their colour became grey). For example, if Logger (path:
<Menu> / Measurement / Logging / Logger Setup) is switched off the Logger presentation mode is not
active!
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Display Modes window when Logger is swithed off
3.2. Structure of the instrument’s menu
Below the structure of the elements of the main list is presented. The more detailed description of the
Function, Measurement, Display, File, Instrument, Auxiliary Setup and Report lists is given in the
following chapters.
Function (available after pressing the <Menu> push-button)

Mode
Sound Meter: /
Vibration Meter: /
Direct Sound: /
Direct Vibration: /
Measurement Function
Level Meter: /
1/1 Octave: /
1/3 Octave: /
FFT: /
Calibration
Calibr. by Sensitivity
• Sensitivity:
o Vibration modes: 10 µV / ms2 .. 10 V / ms2
o Sound modes: 50 μV/Pa .. 50 V/Pa
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• Cal. Factor: calculated calibration factor

Calibr. by Measurement
• Cal. Level:
o Vibration modes: 100 mm / s2 .. 1 km / s2 (or 100 dB .. 180 dB if the reference level was
set to 1 µm / s2 and the Log scale selected in the Display Scale sub-list)
o Sound modes: 54 dB .. 134 dB
• Cal. Factor: calculated calibration factor after the measurement
Last Calibration: last calibration records
Clear Calibr. History;
Measurement (available after pressing the <Menu> push-button)

General Settings
Start Delay: 1s .. 60s
Integr. Period Inf: ⌧ /
Integr. Period: hh:mm:ss
Repetition Cycles: Inf, 1 .. 1000
RMS Integration: Lin, Log
Day Time Limits: 6H-18H, 7H-19H (Sound modes)
Measure Trigger;
• Trigger: Off, Slope+, Slope–, Level+, Level–, Grad+, External
If Trigger = Slope+, Slope–, Level+, Level–, Grad+ then:
• Source: RMS (1)
• Level: 24 .. 136 dB (Sound modes) or 1 mm / s2 .. 10 km / s2 (Vibration modes)
If Trigger = Grad+ then
• Gradient : 1 dB / ms .. 100 dB / ms
Profiles
Filter(1):
• Vibration modes: R3, R2, R1 (if activated), Z, HP1, HP3, HP10, Vel1, Vel3, Vel10, VelMF,
Dil1, Dil3, Dil10, Wh
• Sound modes: Z, A, C, B, G and R1, R2, R3 (if activated)
Detector(1):
• Vibration modes: 100ms, 125ms, 200ms, 500ms, 1.0s, 2.0s, 5.0s, 10.0s
• Sound modes: IMP., FAST, SLOW
Filter(2): same as for Filter(1)
Detector(2): same as for Detector(1)
Filter(3): same as for Filter(1)
Detector(3): same as for Detector(1)
Logging
Logger Setup
• Logger: Off, Single
If Logger = Single then:
• Logger Meteo: ⌧ /
• Logger Step: 2 ms .. 1 h
• Logger Name: text input line ( LOG)
Logger Results
• Peak P(1) P(2) P(3): ⌧ /
• Max P(1) P(2) P(3): ⌧ /
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• RMS P(1) P(2) P(3): ⌧ /

• Min P(1) P(2) P(3): ⌧ / (Sound modes)
• P-P P(1) P(2) P(3): ⌧ / (Vibration modes)
• Spectrum: ⌧ /
Logger Trigger
• Trigger: Off, Level+, Level–, Relative
If Trigger = Level +, Level –, Relative then:
• Source: Leq(1) (Sound modes), RMS(1) (Vibration modes)
In case 1/1 Octave additionally: 125Hz, 250Hz, 500Hz, 1.00kHz, 2.00kHz, 4.00kHz, 8.00kHz,
16.0kHz), (in case 1/3 Octave additionally: 125Hz, 160Hz, 200Hz, 250Hz, 315Hz, 400Hz,
500Hz, 630Hz, 800Hz, 1.00kHz, 1.25kHz, 1.60kHz, 2.00kHz, 2.50kHz, 3.15kHz, 4.00kHz,
5.00kHz, 6.30kHz, 8.00kHz, 10.0kHz, 12.5kHz, 16.0kHz, 20.0kHz
• Pre: 0 .. 50
• Post: 0 .. 50
Event Recording
• Events: Off, Continuous, On Trigger
If Events = Continuous or On Trigger then:
• Auto Sampling: 48kHz, 24kHz, 12kHz
If Events = On Trigger then:
•Trigger: Off, Slope +, Slope -, Level +, Level -, Relative, External
•Trigger on Marker: ⌧ /
If Trigger = Slope +, Slope -, Level +, Level -, Relative then:
In case 1/1 Octave additionally: 125Hz, 250Hz, 500Hz, 1.00kHz, 2.00kHz, 4.00kHz,
8.00kHz, 16.0kHz), (in case 1/3 Octave additionally: 125Hz, 160Hz, 200Hz, 250Hz,
315Hz, 400Hz, 500Hz, 630Hz, 800Hz, 1.00kHz, 1.25kHz, 1.60kHz, 2.00kHz,
2.50kHz, 3.15kHz, 4.00kHz, 5.00kHz, 6.30kHz, 8.00kHz, 10.0kHz, 12.5kHz, 16.0kHz,
20.0kHz
• Level: 24 .. 136 dB (Sound modes), 1 mm / s2 .. 10 km / s2 (Vibration modes)
•Rec. Time: 1s … 8h
•Pre Trigger: ⌧ /
Marker Setup
• 1 Name Event Point
Wave Recording
• Wave Rec.: Off, Continuous, On Trigger
If Wave Rec. = Continuous or On Trigger then:
• Format: PCM, Extensible
• Audio Sampling: 12kHz, 24kHz, 48kHz
• Bits Per Sample: 24, 16
If Bits Per Sample = 16 then
• Signal Gain: 0dB .. 40 dB
• File Name: REC
If Wave Rec. = On Trigger then
• Trigger: Slope +, Slope -, Level +, Level -, External
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If Trigger = Slope +, Slope -, Level +, Level - then:

• Trigger Period: 0.5ms, 100.0ms, 1s
• Rec. Time: 1s … 8h
• Pre Trigger: ⌧ /
Spectrum (available for 1/1 Octave or 1/3 Octave modes)
• Filter: Z, A, C (Sound modes) or Z (Vibration modes)
• Band: Full, Audio (Sound modes) or Full (Vibration modes)
Compensation Filter (available for Sound Meter and Direct Sound modes)
Off: /
Free Field: /
Diffuse Field: /
Outdoor Environment: /
Outdoor Airport: /
Windscreen: Off, On, Auto
Range
Range : Low, High
Exposure Time (available for Sound Meter and Direct Sound modes): 1 m .. 12 h
Statistical Levels (available for Sound Meter and Direct Sound modes)
N1: 1 ... 99
N2: 1 ... 99
….
N10: 1 ... 99
Timer
Mode: Off, Single, Multiple
If Mode = Single or Multiple then:
• Start Hour: hh:mm
• Start Day: Day Month
If Mode = Multiple then
• Repetition: hh:mm
Display
Display Modes
1 Prof. & 3 Prof.: ⌧ or
1 Prof. & Logger: ⌧ or
3 Prof. & Logger: ⌧ or
Logger: ⌧ or
Spectrum: ⌧ or ; this position is active only for 1/1 Octave, 1/3 Octave functions
Spectrum Table: ⌧ or ; this position is active only for 1/1 Octave, 1/3 Octave functions
Statistics: ⌧ or ; this position is active only for Sound modes
File Info: ⌧ or
Meter Table: ⌧ or
GPS: ⌧ or
Display Scale
Scale: Lin, Log (Vibration modes) or Log (Sound modes)
Dynamic: 80dB, 40dB, 20dB, 10dB
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Grid: ⌧ or
Autoscale: ⌧ or
Spectrum View (in the case of 1/1 Octave, 1/3 Octave analysis)
Type: Averaged, Instantaneous, Max, Min
If Mode = Averaged, Instantaneous then:
Max: ⌧ or
Min: ⌧ or
Spectrum Type (Vibration modes only)
Acceleration: /
Velocity: /
Displacement: /
Logger View;
Peak (1): Logger ⌧ / Display ⌧ / Color ⌧ /
Max (1): Logger ⌧ / Display ⌧ / Color ⌧ /
Min (1) (Sound) P-P (1) (Vibration): Logger ⌧ / Display ⌧ / Color ⌧ /
RMS (1): Logger ⌧ / Display ⌧ / Color ⌧ /
Spectrum Compare
RMS Spectrum;
o Active: ⌧ /
o Comp.Spectrum: Result
o Ref.Spectrum: File
o File Name: name of file with reference spectrum
o Warning: Off, Comp.>Ref., Comp.<Ref.
If Warning = Comp.>Ref. or Comp.<Ref. then
o Tolerance: 0.0dB .. 10.0dB
o Lower Limit: All, 1.00Hz, 2.00Hz, 4.00Hz, 8.00Hz, 16.0Hz, 31.5Hz, 63.0Hz, 125Hz,
250Hz, 500Hz, 1.00kHz, 2.00kHz, 4.00kHz, 8.00kHz, 16.0kHz, TOTAL 1, TOTAL 2,
TOTAL 3, TOTAL 4
o Upper Limit: All, 1.00Hz, 2.00Hz, 4.00Hz, 8.00Hz, 16.0Hz, 31.5Hz, 63.0Hz, 125Hz,
TOTAL 3, TOTAL 4
LN Spectrum (for Sound modes only)
o Active: ⌧ /
o Comp.Spectrum: Result
o Ref.Spectrum: File
o File Name: input line
o Warning: Off, Comp.>Ref., Comp.<Ref.
If Warning = Comp.>Ref. or Comp.<Ref. then
o Tolerance: 0.0dB .. 10.0dB
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o Lower Limit: All, 1.00Hz, 2.00Hz, 4.00Hz, 8.00Hz, 16.0Hz, 31.5Hz, 63.0Hz, 125Hz,
TOTAL 3, TOTAL 4
o Upper Limit: All, 1.00Hz, 2.00Hz, 4.00Hz, 8.00Hz, 16.0Hz, 31.5Hz, 63.0Hz, 125Hz,
TOTAL 3, TOTAL 4
Screen Setup
Brightness
Dim screen on idle: ⌧ /
Dim screen delay: 5s .. 60s
Screen off on idle: ⌧ /
Screen off delay: 1m .. 60m
Themes
Solar: /
Forest: /
File ; (available after pressing the <Menu> push-button)

File Manager; it enables the user to check the contents of the memory, setting the working memory
or directory and make operation on the result and logger files such as: open, delete, copy. move,
rename files, create new file or directory and display file information.
Setup Manager; it enables the user to check the contents of the memory and make operation on
the setup files such as: open, delete, copy. move, rename files, create new files and directories and
display file information
Save Options (sub-list)
RAM File; (only in Level Meter mode) : ⌧ or
Replace: ⌧ or
Save Statistics: ⌧ or
Auto Save: ⌧ or
If Auto Save = then
File Name: text input line ( @RES)
Direct Save: ⌧ or
Save Max Spectrum: ⌧ or
Save Min Spectrum: ⌧ or
Instrument; (available after pressing the <Menu> push-button)

Battery; information about current power source
Bluetooth;
Authorisation Code: text input line
Visible: ⌧ or
Transf. on stop only: ⌧ or
Communication Ports;
USB Host: ⌧ or
RS232: ⌧ or
Bluetooth: ⌧ or
GPS Host Port: ⌧ or
GPS Device Port: ⌧ or
External Power;
Power Off: ⌧ or
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Limit: 6.0V .. 24.0V

GPS;
Time Zone: UTC+00:00
GPS Synchronization: ⌧ or
IEPE Current;
IEPE Off: /
IEPE Current 1.5 mA: /
IEPE Current 4.5 mA: /
Keyboard Settings;
Shift/Alt: Direct or 2nd Fun.
Sart/Stop: Direct or With Shift
Backlight: ⌧ or
Push Key Sound: ⌧ or
Modem Status; information window; active only when the GPRS function is switched on
Multifunction I/O;
I/O Mode: Analog Out, Digital In, Digital Out
If I/O Mode = Analog Out then
Direct: ⌧ or
D/A: ⌧ or
If I/O Mode = Digital In then
Function: Ext. Trigger
Slope: [+] or [-]
If I/O Mode = Digital Out then
Function: Trig. Pulse, Alarm Pulse
If Function = Trig. Pulse then
Polarisation: Pos., Neg.
If Function = Alarm Pulse then
Active Level: Low, High
Source: PEAK(1), SPL(1), Max(1), LEQ(1),
Source Type: Current, Periodic
Alarm Level: 30.0 dB .. 140 dB
Send SMS: ⌧ or
Send E-Mail: ⌧ or
Polarisation Voltage;
0V
200V
Remote Control Mode;
Off
On
RS232;
Baud Rate: 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200
Time Out: 1s .. 60s
RTC;
Time: hh:mm:ss
Date: day month year
Self Vibration; information window
X: xx.x dB
Y: yy.y dB
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Z: zz.z dB
Wireless Transfer;
Network;
o Off: /
o GPRS: /
o Modbus: /
Data Transfer
o Type: Off, Packet, Continuous
If Type = Packet then
o Packet: 64, 128, 256, 512, 1024
Modem; (active if GPRS is selected)
o Internet Cfg: ⌧ or
o Data Protocol: TCP S, TCP C, UDP
o If Data Protocol = TCP S then:
Register Mode: Off, On, AS, SMT.AS
o If Data Protocol = UDP then:
Register Mode: ⌧ or
o Sim Auth Mode: none. PAP, CHAP, MsChap
o Send SMS: ⌧ or
o Send E-Mail: ⌧ or
o Auto Reconnection: ⌧ or
o Reconn. Delay: 1s ... 1m
o TCP IRT: 1s ... 60s
o TCP Max. Ret.: 1 ... 30
Modem Connection; (active if GPRS is selected)
o Server Address: text input line (svantek.dyndns.org)
o Data Port: text input line (8001)
o Registration Port: text input line (8000)
o APN: text input line (m2m.plusgsm.pl)
o APN User: text input line (none)
o APN Password: text input line (none)
o DNS Server: text input line (0.0.0.0)
SMS Options; (active if GPRS is selected)
o Phone Number: text input line
o Text Message: text input line (default)
E-mail Settings; (active if GPRS is selected)
o SMTP Address: text input line (smtp.mail.com)
o User Login: text input line (default)
o User Password: text input line (default)
o Sender e-mail: text input line
o Recipient e-mail: text input line
o E-mail Subject: text input line
o E-mail Message: text input line
Modbus; (active if Modbus is selected)
o Modbus Addr.: 1 ...
o Modbus # CMD.: ⌧ or
o Mb-H.Reg.Map: ⌧ or
o Mb-Map Index: 1 ...
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Unit Label; it informs the user about the type of the instrument, the serial number of the unit, the
internal memory size, available measurement modes and it’s software version and the standards
which the instrument fulfils
Auxiliary Setup (available after pressing the <Menu> push-button)

Language:
English: /
Deutsch: /
Espanol: /
Francais: /
Magyar: /
Norsk: /
Polski: /
Русский: /
Turkish: /
Nederlands: /
Factory Settings; it enables the user to return to the factory settings of the instrument; the
confirmation has to be done before the execution of this function
Are you sure?: Yes/No
Human Vibration Filters; it enables the user to activate Human Vibration Filters. This position
appears only in Vibration modes before activation of those filters
Enter Code:
Reference Levels:
Vibration modes:
•
Acc: 1 µm/s2 ... 100 µm/s2
• Vel: 1 nm/s ... 100 nm/s
• Dil: 1 pm ... 100 pm
Sound modes: 20 μPa
User Filters;
Real Time Filters
• Rx (R1, R2, R3)
o Type: Highpass, Bandpass, Lowpass
o LFC(3dB); low frequency corner at 3 dB; position available for Highpass and Bandpass
with the values: 100.00 Hz .. 10.00 kHz
o HFC(3dB); high frequency corner at 3 dB; position available for Bandpass and Lowpass
with the values: 100.00 Hz .. 10.00 kHz
Spectrum Based Filter; this position is active only for 1/1 Octave, 1/3 Octave functions
• Filter Select (Sound modes)
o User Total 1: Off, S1, S2, S3
• Filter Select (Vibration modes)
o User Total 1
- Filter: Off, S1, S2, S3
If Filter = S1, S2, S3 then
- Type: Acceleration, Velocity, Displacement
- Cal. Factor: 0.0dB .. 60.0dB
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• Filter Edit
o S1
- Filter Name: S1 (can be edited)
- 0.00 Hz: -100.0dB .. 100.0dB
- 1.00 Hz: -100.0dB .. 100.0dB
- ...
- …
- 20.0 kHz: -100.0dB .. 100.0dB
o S2,
o S3
• Filter Clear; it enables the user to clear the values of the user coefficients of octave or third
octave filters:
o All,
o S1,
o S2,
o S3
Vibration Units (sub-list appears only when Vibration modes are selected)
Metric (e.g. m/s2, m/s, m): /
Non-Metric (e.g. g, ips, mil): /
Warnings
Results Not Saved: ⌧ or
Ext. Disk Free Space: ⌧ or
Min Free Space: 1 MB .. 1024 MB
Save Changes: ⌧ or
Windscreen: ⌧ or
Preamplifier: ⌧ or
Self Vibration Level: ⌧ or
Power Off: ⌧ or
GPS Signal Lost: ⌧ or
Report (available after pressing the <Menu> push-button, to use option from this list the instrument has
to be connected to RS232 or to a PC connected to a printer)
Print Results; it enables the user to print measurement results on the attached printer, the No
results text is displayed in the case when there is no results to be printed
Print Statistics; it enables the user to print the results of the statistical analysis, the No results text
is displayed in the case when there is no results to be printed
Print User Filters; it enables the user to print out on a printer connected directly to the instrument the
values of the user filters introduced in the instrument: S1, S2, S3
Options
Format: A4, A5
Eject Page: None, Prompt, Auto
Title: text input line.
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3.3. Powering of the instrument

The SVAN 979 can be powered by one of the following sources:
• External DC power source – 6 V DC÷24 V DC (1.5 W)
• SA 17A external battery pack – operation time > 24 h (option)
• Four AA standard internal batteries. In the case of alkaline type, fully charged set can operate more
than 12 h (6.0 V / 1.6 Ah). Instead of the ordinary, four AA rechargeable batteries can be used (for
charging them the separate charger is required). In this case, using the best NiMH type, the operation
time can be increased up to 16 h (4.8 V / 2.6 Ah)
• USB interface – 500 mA HUB
For each of three kinds of the powering source there is a different view presented in the Battery
window of the Instrument list.
a) b) c)
Battery windows for different sources powering the instrument: external DC power and SA 17A (a), batteries (b)
and USB power (c)
When the instrument is powered from batteries, the “Battery” icon is presented on the top of the
display. When voltage of the batteries is too low, the icon is red or during attempt of switching on the
Low Battery! message occurs on the display for 2 seconds and the instrument switches off by itself. To
change the batteries the user has to switch off the instrument, take off the black bottom cover of the
instrument, unscrew battery cover, change the batteries and reassemble the parts of the instrument. The
fully charged battery ensures more than 12 hours of the continuous work of the instrument (with the backlight
off). The battery condition can be checked by means of the Battery function. It is also presented
continuously on the display by means of the “Battery” icon.
a) b)
Displays with the “Battery” icon (a) and in the Battery window (b)
Display with Low Battery message
When there is a connection to the USB interface (USB Device socket is connected by means of the
cable to a PC), the “Computer” icon is presented on the top of the display and in the Battery window, there
is the USB Power: Voltage: 0.00V message.
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Notice: In the case when “Battery” icon is red, it is strongly recommended to use
as soon as possible the external power adapter or USB interface. In the other case the instrument
after a while will be switched off automatically!
The saving of the internal source of the instrument’s power can be achieved by means of reducing the
brightness of the screen when possible. The settings of Brightness and power saver function may be done
in the Screen Setup window (path: <Menu> / Display / Screen Setup).
3.4. Initial Setup of the instrument
The instrument passes the self-test after switching on (in this time the producer and the name of the
instrument is displayed on the display) and then it enters the sound mode. The default display mode for
result’s presentation is one profile.
Displays after switching on the instrument in Sound mode
To start the measurements the user has to press the <Start/Stop> push-button. The result of the
measurement is displayed with the unit of the measurement in so-called one profile mode.
Displays in one profile for Sound and Vibration modes
One profile mode is always available for most Functions of the instrument. The results of the
measurements can be also presented in combined mode. In this mode the screen is divided into two parts
and the results for one profile and three profiles can be presented together, as well as for one profile and
logger and for three profiles and logger.
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Displays in combined modes for Vibration measurements
The default settings (set up by the producer) for the profiles are as follows:
Sound measurements:
Profile 1 - A weighting filter (Filter(1)=A), Fast type of the RMS detector (Detector(1)=Fast), the results
of the measurements are not stored in the logger’s file;
Profile 2 - C weighting filter (Filter(2)=C), Fast type of the RMS detector (Detector(2)=Fast), the results
of the measurements are not stored in the logger’s file;
Profile 3 - Z weighting filter (Filter(3)=Z), Fast type of the detector (Detector(3)=Fast), the results of the
measurements are not stored in the logger’s file;
Vibration measurements:
Profile 1 - HP1 weighting filter (Filter(1)=HP1); 1.0s type of the RMS detector (Detector(1)=1.0s), the
results of the measurements are not stored in the logger’s file;
Profile 2 - HP3 weighting filter (Filter(2)=HP3), 1.0s type of the RMS detector (Detector(2)=1.0s), the
Profile 3 - HP10 weighting filter (Filter(3)=HP10), 1.0s type of the RMS detector (Detector(3)=1.0s), the
Default settings of the Profiles in Sound and Vibration modes
The user can change all mentioned above settings using Profiles sub-list of the Measurement list.
The instrument remembers all changes. The return to the default settings (set up by the producer) is possible
after the execution of the Factory Settings position available in the Auxiliary Setup list.
3.5. Icons description
Additional information about the instrument’s state is given by means of the icon’s row visible in the
top of the display.
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Display with available icons
The meanings of the icons are as follows:
“play” icon is displayed when the instrument is the measurement is started and
executed the measurement.
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“stop” icon is displayed when the measurement is stopped.
“pause” icon is displayed when the measurement is paused.
“satellite” icon is displayed when GPS is active. Colours of the icon define the state
of the GPS: green – active, blue – searching, grey – disconnected.
“antenna” icon is displayed when the wireless transmission is active (GPRS or

Modbus is active).
“computer” icon is displayed when there is the USB connection with the PC.
“curve” icon is presented when the current measurement results are logged in the
instrument’s logger file.
“arrow up” icon is displayed when overload appears.
“arrow down” icon is displayed when underrange appears.
“USB Disk” icon is displayed when USB disc is assigned for file saving. USB disc is
connected and activated.
“tone” icon is displayed during wave recording and event recording.
“windscreen” icon is displayed when windscreen is applied.
“cable” icon is displayed when the microphone is connected via extension cable.
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“lightning” icon is displayed when polarisation voltage is 200V.
“plug” icon is displayed when the instrument is powered from the external source.
“Internal memory” icon is displayed when internal memory is assigned for file
saving.
“SD Card” icon is displayed when external SD card memory is assigned for file
saving. Micro SD card is connected.
“vibration” icon is displayed when self vibration level is exceeded.
“RS232” icon is displayed when RS232 port is activated.
“battery” icon is displayed when the instrument is powered from the batteries. Icon
corresponds to the batteries state (three, two, one or none vertical bars in side of the
icon). When voltage of batteries is too low, the icon became red.
“clock” icon is displayed when timer is On. Is active when the instrument is waiting
for the measurement start up. When the measurement start up is close, the icon
change its colour to green and stats to blink.
“Trigger Level +” icon is displayed when the trigger condition is set up to „Level+”.
The icon appears alternately with the „play” icon.
“Trigger Level –“ icon is displayed when the trigger condition is set up to „Level-”.
“Trigger Slope +” icon is displayed when the trigger condition is set up to „Slope+”.
“Trigger Slope –“ icon is displayed when the trigger condition is set up to „Slope-”
“Alt” icon is displayed when the <Alt> push-button is pressed.
“Shift” icon is displayed when the <Shift> push-button is pressed.
“Bluetooth” icon is displayed when the Bluetooth is switched on. Colours of the
icon define the state of the Bluetooth: blue – connected, grey – disconnected.
The type of measurement function and the measurement mode (SLM, VLM, S:1/3 etc.) as well as RTC
is also displayed in the same line together with icons.
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3.6. Memory organisation
All available measurement results can be stored in the internal FLASH type memory of the instrument
(32 MB) or in the external Memory (SD Card or USB Disk). Device settings are kept only in the internal
memory. Logger, wave and event results can be stored only in the external Memory.
The SD Card external memory is activated automatically after insertion of the card. The initialization of
the USB Disk is needed and is performed in the Communication Ports window of the Instrument menu.
<4> <ENTER>
Activation of the USB-disk memory
The USB Disk memory can be also activated in the File Manager window. For this one should select
the USB Disk position and press the <ENTER> push-button. Then in the Command list select the
Activate USB Host position and press the <ENTER> push-button again.
.. <ENTER>
<ENTER>
Activation of the USB-disk memory
The SD Card and USB Disk memory is organised as standard memory with directories and sub-
directories. It is possible to create and to delete the directory.
The content of each memory type can be checked with the help of the File Manager or
Setup Manager function of the File menu.
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<ENTER>
Checking the content of the memory
To change the memory type one should press the <3> push-button in the File Manager window,
select the memory type by means of the <5>, <6> push-buttons and press the <4> one.
<3> <6>
<4>
Changing the memory type for checking the content
The file is saved in the Memory and in the catalogue, which was set up as a working. The working
Memory type is displayed as the icon in the left position of the icon line.
“USB Disk” icon is displayed when USB disc is assigned for file saving. USB disc is
connected and activated.
“Internal” memory icon is displayed when internal memory is assigned for file
saving.
“SD Card” icon is displayed when external SD card memory is assigned for file
saving. Micro SD card is connected.
The working directory is described in the bottom line of the File Manager window.
To change the working directory and/or working memory one should select the Memory type and in
case of SD Card or USB Disc the desired directory and press the <ENTER> push-button. After the new
window is opening one should select the Set Working Directory position and press the <ENTER> push-
button again. The icon on the upper line and the directory path on the bottom line will be changed
accordingly. Same algorithm is applied for directory changing for SD Card and USB Disk memory.
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<ENTER> <ENTER>
Setting the internal memory as working memory
<ENTER> <ENTER>
Setting the new directory as working one
There are two options for storing result data in the internal or external memory. One option is to press
<Save> push-button right after the measurement performance. Another option is to create <New File> in the
File Manager.
After pressing the <Save> push-button the Save Results window appears.
<Save>
Save Results window opening
In the Save Results window the user can give the name for the result file or choose automatic name
generation option: Save Next, which saves a file with the name increased by one. The Save function saves
a file with the edited name. These functions can be selected by means of the <3>, <4> push-buttons.
The Setup files can be stored also by means of <S/P> push-button and creating the <New File> in the
Setup Manager list.
The logger, wave and event files are created automatically in the assigned directory on the external
memory driver.
The user can copy or move data from the internal memory of the device and store new data in the
external memory.
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4. FUNCTIONS OF THE INSTRUMENT – Function
In order to select the Function list one has to press the <Menu> push-button, select the Function text
and press <ENTER>. The Function list contains three elements: Mode, Measurement Function and
Calibration.
<ENTER> <6>
Function window; Measurement Function selection
4.1. Selecting the mode of the instrument – Mode
The device can work in four modes – two sound modes: Sound Meter and Direct Sound; and two
vibration modes: Vibration Meter and Direct Vibration.
<ENTER> <6>
<ENTER>
Displays with Vibration Meter mode selection
Notice: In the manual text Sound mode (or Sound measurements) refers to the Sound Meter
and Direct Sound modes and the proper functions dedicated for the measurement and analysis of the
acoustic signal: Level Meter, 1/1 Octave, 1/3 Octave, FFT; Vibration mode (or Vibration measurements)
refers to the Vibration Meter and Direct Vibration modes and the proper functions dedicated for the
measurement and analysis of the vibration signal: Level Meter, 1/1 Octave, 1/3 Octave, FFT.
4.2. Measurement functions of the instrument - Measurement Function

The main function of the instrument is the measurement of Sound or Vibration level (Level Meter).
The Sound Level Meter (SLM) function provides the user with the functions meeting the IEC 61672:2002
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standard for Type 1 accuracy and the functions of Vibration Level Meter (VLM) meeting the ISO 8041:2005
standard. The instrument can also be used for the long-term acoustic monitoring using for this purpose the
huge logger, in which the measurement results are stored.
The user may also use 1/1 and 1/3 octave analysis functions. These functions broaden the main Level
Meter functions of the instrument, because 1/1 and 1/3 analysis is performed together with all calculations of
Level Meter functions.
In order to select the required function the user has to enter the Measurement Function list. After
entering the Measurement Function list, the set of the available functions appears on the display:
Level Meter, 1/1 Octave, 1/3 Octave and Loudness (in case of Sound modes). Currently active function is
marked.
<ENTER>
Measurement Function window opened in Vibration mode
<ENTER>
Measurement Function window opened in Sound mode
<5> <5> <ENTER>

Measurement Function window; selection of the Level Meter function in Vibration mode
The type of measurement function and the measurement mode is displayed at the upper line of the
screen:
- SLM Sound Level Meter,
- S: 1/1 Sound 1/1 Octave,
- S: FFT Sound FFT,
- DSLM Direct Sound Level Meter,
- DS: 1/1 Direct Sound 1/1 Octave,
- DS: 1/3 Direct Sound 1/3 Octave,
- DS: FFT Direct Sound FFT
- VLM Vibration Level Meter,
- V: 1/1 Vibration 1/1 Octave,
- V: 1/3 Vibration 1/3 Octave,
- V: FFT Vibration FFT,
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- DVLM Direct Vibration Level Meter,

- DV: 1/1 Direct Vibration 1/1 Octave,
- DV: 1/3 Direct Vibration 1/3 Octave,
- DV: FFT Direct Vibration FFT.
Optional functions that broadening the applications of the instrument can be install. These options can
be supported by the producer or purchased later.
Note: It is not possible to change the measurement function during the measurements.
The instrument displays in this case for about 3 seconds the text: “Measurement in Progress”.
In order to change the mode of the instrument the measurement must be finished!
4.3. Instrument’s calibration – Calibration
The instrument is factory calibrated with the supplied microphone for the standard environmental
conditions. Because the microphone sensitivity is a function of the temperature, ambient pressure and
humidity, when the absolute sound pressure level value is important, the calibration of the measurement
channel has to be done. In order to select a calibration function the user has to enter the Calibration sub-
list.
<ENTER>
Calibration position selection
The Calibration sub-list consists of four positions: Calibr. by Sensitivity, Calibr. by Measurement,
which are used to perform the calibration, Last Calibration, which contains the list of the performed earlier
the calibration measurements and the obtained results and Clear Calibr. History.
Note: The calibration factor is always added to the results in the Level Meter, 1/1 Octave,
1/3 Octave, FFT and other modes.
Note: The calibration level and the calibration result is expressed in different units depending
on the settings of the instrument. The metric or non-metric Vibration units are set in the Vibration Units
(path: <Menu> / Auxiliary Setup / Vibration Units). Additionally, the linear or logarithmic units are set in the
Display Scale (path: <Menu> / Display / Display Scale).
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Note: It is not possible to calibrate the instrument during the execution of the measurements. It
is possible to open different lists and sub-lists but the positions in these lists are not displayed inversely and
so - not accessible. The “play” icon indicates that the instrument is in the measurement process. In order to
change the sensitivity the measurement must be finished!
4.3.1. Calibration by Sensitivity in the case of acoustic signal
The calibration by the microphone’s sensitivity introduction can be conducted in the following way:
1. Select this type of the calibration (highlight the Calibr. by Sensitivity text) from the Calibration sub-list
and press the <ENTER> push-button.
<ENTER>
Сalibration by sensitivity mode selection
2. Set the sensitivity of the microphone taken from its calibration certificate using the <Shift> with <3>,
<4> push-buttons and then press <ENTER>.
The calibration factor is calculated, after pressing the <ENTER> push-button, in the relation to
50.0 mV / Pa. In order to avoid the calculation the user has to leave the Calibration without pressing
<ENTER>. For the sensitivity of the microphone higher than 50.0 mV / Pa the calibration factor is negative.
<ENTER>
Displays during setting the sensitivity higher than 50.0 mV / Pa
For the sensitivity of the microphone lower than 50.0 mV / Pa the calibration factor is positive.
<ENTER>
Displays during setting the sensitivity lower than 50.0 mV / Pa
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The lowest applicable value of the sensitivity to be introduced is equal to 50.0 μV / Pa (it conforms to
the calibration factor equal to 60.0 dB) and the highest one – 50.0 V / Pa (calibration factor equal to -
60.0 dB).
In order to return to the Calibration sub-list the user has to press the <ESC> push-button.
4.3.2. Calibration by Sensitivity in the case of Vibration signal
The calibration by the accelerometer’s sensitivity introduction can be conducted in the following way:
1. Select this type of the calibration (highlight the Calibr. by Sensitivity text) from the Calibration sub-list
and press the <ENTER> push-button.
<ENTER>
Displays with the selected calibration mode and after entering this mode
2. Set the sensitivity of the accelerometer taken from its calibration certificate using the <Shift> with <3>,
<4> push-buttons and then press <ENTER>.
The calibration factor is calculated, after pressing the <ENTER> push-button, in the relation to
10.0 mV / ms-2. In order to avoid the calculation the user has to leave the Calibration without pressing
<ENTER>. For the sensitivity of the accelerometer higher than 10.0 mV / ms-2 the calibration factor is
negative.
<ENTER>
Displays during setting the sensitivity higher than 10.0 mV / ms-2
For the sensitivity of the accelerometer lower than 10.0 mV / ms-2 the calibration factor is positive.
<ENTER>
Displays during setting the sensitivity lower than 10.0 mV / ms-2
The lowest applicable value of the sensitivity to be introduced is equal to 10.0 μV / ms-2 (it conforms to
the calibration factor equal to 60.0 dB) and the highest one – 10.0 V / ms-2 (calibration factor equal to -
60.0 dB).
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4.3.3. Calibration By Measurement in the case of acoustic signal
The calibration for the sound measurements can be done in the following way:
1. Select the calibration by measurement (highlight the Calibr. by Measurement text) from the Calibration
sub-list and press the <ENTER> push-button.
2. Attach the acoustic calibrator SV 30A (or equivalent 114 dB / 1000 Hz) to the microphone of the
instrument.
Notice: It is also possible to use the pistonphone, which generates the signal ca 124 dB or
different type of acoustic calibrator dedicated for ½” microphones. In any case, before starting the calibration
measurement, the user has to set the level of the signal generated by the given calibrator (Cal. Level
position of Calibr. by Measurement sub-list), which is usually stated in the calibration certificate of the unit
(the value of the Cal. Level set by the producer of SVAN 979 is equal to 114 dB).
3. Switch on the calibrator and wait ca 30 seconds before starting the calibration measurement.
4. Start the calibration measurement by pressing the <Start/Stop> push-button.
<ENTER>
Entering the Calibr. by Measurement mode
The measurement time is set to 5 seconds with 5 seconds delay. During the calibration measurement
the <ESC> and <Pause> push-buttons do not operate but it is possible to stop the measurement using the
<Start/Stop> one. It is not recommended to stop the calibration measurement before programmed
5 seconds period!
<Start>
Displays during the calibration measurement
Waiting for the start of the measurements the Start Delay is counted down on the display. After the
end of the measurement, its result is displayed on the display in the bottom line.
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It is recommended to repeat the calibration measurement few times. The obtained results should be
almost the same (with ±0.1 dB difference). The reasons for the unstable results are as follows:
• the calibrator is not properly attached to the instrument,
• there are external disturbances,
• the calibrator or the measurement channel (the microphone, the preamplifier or the instrument
itself) are damaged.
Notice: During the calibration measurement, the external disturbances (acoustic noise or
vibrations) should not exceed the value of 100 dB.
5. Press the <ENTER> push-button in order to accept the measurement result.

The calibration factor is calculated, stored and displayed (cf. next Figure) after pressing the <ENTER>
push-button.
Notice: The user has to press the <ESC> push-button in order to quit the calibration procedure
without saving the calibration factor.
<ENTER>
Acceptance of the calibration factor value
4.3.4. Calibration By Measurement in the case of vibration signal
The calibration by measurements can be conducted in the following way:

1. Select the calibration by measurement (highlight the Calibr. by Measurement text) from the Calibration
sub-list and press the <ENTER> push-button.
<ENTER>
Entering the Calibr. by Measurement mode
2. Attach the vibration calibrator to the instrument’s accelerometer.
3. Switch on the calibrator and wait approximately 30 seconds before starting the calibration measurement.
4. Start the calibration measurement by pressing the <Start/Stop> push-button.
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The measurement starts after 5 seconds delay. The measurement time is also predefined to
5 seconds. During the calibration period, the <ESC> and <Pause> push-buttons do not operate but it is
possible to stop the measurement using the <Start/Stop> push-button. Waiting for the calibration
measurement to begin, a Start Delay is counted down. At the end of the measurement, the result is
displayed on the display in the bottom line.
<Start>
Displays during the calibration measurement
The calibration procedure should be repeated a few times to ensure the integrity of the calibration. The
obtained results should be almost identical (with ±0.1 dB difference). The reasons for unstable results are as
follows:
• the calibrator is not properly attached to the instrument,
• there are external disturbances,
• the calibrator or the measurement channel (the accelerometer or the instrument itself) are
damaged.
Note: During the calibration period, external disturbances (vibrations or acoustic noise) should
not exceed 100 dB.
5. Press the <ENTER> push-button in order to accept the measurement result.

The calibration factor is calculated, stored and displayed after pressing the <ENTER> push-button.
<ENTER>
Acceptance of the calibration factor value
4.3.5. History of the calibrations - Last Calibration
The Last Calibration window displays up to ten last calibration records.
<ENTER> a) b)
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Opening the Last Calibration window with calibration records (a) and without (b)
In order to review the calibration record, the user has to select the required line in the
Last Calibration window and press <ENTER>. The opened window contains the date and time of the
performed calibration measurement, the way the calibration was done (Calibr. by Measurement or
Calibr. by Sensitivity), the desired calibration level (Cal. Level) in the case of the measurements and the
obtained calibration factor (Cal. Factor).
<ENTER>
Displays with the Last Calibration records
In the case when the calibration measurements were not performed, the Last Calibration window
does not contain any record. The content of this window is cleared after the Factory Settings operation.
4.3.6. Clear calibration records - Clear Calibr. History

The user can clear all calibrations records. In order to do this the user has to choose the position
Clear Calibr. History in the Calibration sub-list and press <ENTER>.
The instrument requests the confirmation of the operation. The next pressing of the <ENTER> push-
button, when the No option is selected, causes the closing of the window and the return to the Calibration
sub-list.
<ENTER> <3>
Entering the Clear Calibr. History window
When there is no any calibration record the message No calibration records! appears and after
pressing any button the instrument returns to the Calibration sub-list.
Display with the empty Last Calibration window
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5. MEASUREMENT PARAMETERS SETTING – Measurement
The Measurement list contains the elements that enable one the independent programming of the
measurement parameters. In order to open the Measurement list the user has to press the <Menu> push-
button, select the Function text and press <ENTER>.
<ENTER>
Main list; Measurement window opening
The Measurement list is different for different Mode and Measurement Function and other settings.
Below the displays for different modes and measurement functions are presented.
<Shift/6>
Measurement displays for Level Meter function and Sound Meter mode
<Shift/6>
Measurement displays for 1/1 Octave
Measurement list displays for Level Meter, 1/1 Octave and 1/3 Octave function and Vibration Meter mode
The Measurement lists for Direct Sound and Direct Vibration modes are identical to Sound Meter
and Vibration Meter modes accordingly.
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Notice: Any parameter in the Measurement list can be changed only when the instrument does
not execute a measurement. The parameters are displayed with different colour and any marker movement
is impossible. The blinking “play” icon indicates that the instrument is performing the measurements.
Display with not active parameters of General Settings list during measurement
Notice: In Vibration modes the parameters can be presented in Logarithmic (decibels) or

Linear (m/s2) units. It depends on the Display Scale position (path: <Menu> / Display / Display Setup /
Display Scale / Log or Lin), e.g. 1 0 m/s2 can be presented as 140 dB.
5.1 Selection of measurement parameters - General Settings
The General Settings list is opened after the selection of the General Settings text from the
Measurement list.
<ENTER>
Displays with the General Settings list for Sound and Vibration modes
The General Settings consists of the parameters: the delay of the start of measurements
(Start Delay), the integration period (Integration Period), the repetition of the measurement cycles
(Repetition Cycles), the RMS detector type (RMS Integration) and the intervals for day time period
(Day Time Limits) in case of Sound modes.
Setting time delay before the start of measurements - Start Delay
The Start Delay defines the delay period from the <Start/Stop> push-button pressing to the start of
the measurements (the digital filters of the instrument analyse constantly the input signal even when the
measurements are stopped). This delay period can be set from 0 second to 60 seconds (with 1 second step
by means of the <3>, <4> push-buttons and with 10 seconds step with the <3>, <4> push-buttons
pressed together with the <Shift> one.
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<4> <Shift/4>
General Settings windows; the setting of the Start Delay with 1-second and 10-second step
Notice: The minimum delay period is equal to 0 second. In the Calibration mode, the delay
period is equal to 5 seconds.
Switching on/off the integration period settings – Integr. Period Inf
The integration period can be set as infinite or can be defined. The position Integr. Period Inf defines
if it is infinite or not. If the parameter Integr. Period Inf is switched on then the signal will be averaged all the
time until <Stop> push-button is pressed and the measurement is stopped. If integration period is infinite,
then two next positions will be not active.
<4>
Integr. Period Inf switching on
Setting the integration period – Integr. Period
The Integr. Period defines the period in which the signal is being averaged during the measurements.
The measurement will stop automatically after this period, or the measurement will start again in case the
Repetition Cycle is greater than one. The definitions of the measurement results in which the integration
period is used is given in App. D.
<4>
Integr. Period selection
The integration period (Integr. Period) can be set in the special window, which is opening by pressing
the <3> or <4> push- buttons.
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<4> <4>
Integr. Period field selection
To set the integration period one should define hours, minutes and seconds field. The field may be
selected by pressing the <3> or <4> push- buttons.
<5>
Integr. Period setting; hour selection with 1 and 10 step
<5>
Integr. Period setting; minute selection with 1 and 10 step
<5>
Integr. Period setting; second selection with 1 and 10 step
Notice: In the case of switching on the Auto Save function, the minimum value of the
integration period should be equal to 10 seconds.
If the user wants to switch on Auto Save option (path: <Menu> / File / Save Options / Auto Save) the
integration period value has to be greater or equal than 10 seconds. When Auto Save option was switched
on and new entered integration period value is less than 10 seconds Auto Save option switches off and
Int. Period Too Short / Auto Save Disabled message appears on the display.
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Display, when the Integration Period is too short for Auto Save option
Setting the number of repetition of measurement cycles - Repetition Cycles
The Repetition Cycles defines the number of cycles (with the measurement period defined in the
Integration Period) to be performed by the instrument. The Repetition Cycles number values are within the
limits [1, 1000].
<4> < Shift/4>

Repetition Cycles setting with the step equal to 1 and 20
Detector’s type selection - RMS Integration
The RMS Integration defines the detector type for the calculations of the Leq, Le, LEPd, Lxx and Sel
functions. Two options are available: linear (Lin) and exponential (Exp).
<4>
General Settings windows; setting the RMS Integration parameter
The formulae used for the Leq calculation are given in Appendix D.
Setting Lin is required for getting the true RMS value of the measured signal. When this option is
selected the value of the Leq, Le, LEPd, Lxx and Sel functions do not depend on the detector time
constant: Fast, Slow or Impulse (the results are displayed without the indicator of the detectors selected in
the profiles). In this case, the indicator Lin. (or L) is displayed in the different modes of the result
presentation.
Setting Exp enables the user to fulfil the requirements of another standard for the Leq measurements.
When this option is selected the value of the Leq, Le, LEPd, Lxx and Sel function depends on the detector
time constant (the results are displayed with the indicator of the detectors selected in the profiles (path:
<Menu> / Measurement / Profiles).
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Day time limits selection - Day Time Limits
The Day Time Limits enables the user to select the required by the local standards definition of the
day and night. These limits are used for the calculation of the Le function (cf. App. D for the definition).Two
options are available: 6H–18H and 7H–19H.
<4>
General Settings windows; setting the Day Time Limits parameter
5.2 Measure triggering parameters selection – Measure Trigger
The Measure Trigger sub-list enables the user to set the triggering parameters.
<ENTER>
Measurement list; Measure Trigger window opening
The Measure Trigger is a contexts sub-list in which the triggering can be switched off or on (Trigger),
in the case when on - the source of the triggering signal can be determined (Source), its level (Level) and
sometimes also the speed of changes (Gradient).
<4> …
Measure Trigger windows
Switching the triggering on and off – Trigger
The triggering of the measurements (Trigger) can be switched off using the <Shift> with <3> push-
buttons.
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Measure Trigger window; Trigger switched off
The triggering is switched on if one of its six modes is selected: Slope +, Slope –, Level +, Level –,
Grad + or External. If the instrument works with the triggering switched on, the appropriate icon appears on
the display in the case when the triggering condition was not fulfilled.
In the case when the Slope + is selected, the measurement starts when the arising signal will pass the
level determined in the Level. In the case when the Slope – is selected, the measurement starts when the
falling down signal will pass the level determined in the Level. The measurement is stopped when the
conditions set in the General Settings sub-list are fulfilled, after pressing the <Start/Stop> push-button or
after receiving the proper control code remotely.
<4>
Measure Trigger windows with the Slope modes selected
In the case when the Level + is selected, in each second of the measurement the triggering condition
is checked; the measurement is registered only when the signal has the greater level than this determined in
the Level and in the other case the measurement result is skipped.
In the case when the Level – is selected, in each second of the measurement the triggering condition
is checked; the measurement is registered only when the signal has the lower level than this determined in
the Level and in the other case the measurement result is skipped.
<4>
Measure Trigger windows with the Level modes selected
In the case when the Grad + is selected, in each second of the measurement the triggering condition
is checked; the measurement is registered only when the signal has the greater level than this determined in
the Level and the gradient of the signal is greater than this determined in the Gradient position. In the
other case the measurement result is skipped.
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Measure Trigger window with the Grad + mode selected

In the case when the External is selected the triggering is done by the signal on the I/O socket. In this
case it is necessary to set up the I/O Mode parameter as Digital In (path: <Menu> / Instrument /
Multifunction I/O). In the other case the measurement result is skipped.
Measure Trigger window with the External mode selected
Selection of the triggering signal – Source

It is assumed that only one measured result can be used as a source of the triggering signal in the
Level Meter mode, namely the output signal from the RMS detector coming from the first profile which is
denoted here as Leq(1). This position does not become active (it is not displayed inversely) and the text
stated here remains unchanged. After pressing there the <6> push-button, the Source line is skipped.
<6>
Measure Trigger windows with not active Source signal line
Setting the level of the triggering signal – Level

The level of the triggering signal (Level) can be set in 1 dB step (or 10 dB steps) from 24 dB to 136 dB
range.
<4> <Shift/4>
Measure Trigger windows with the Level selection in the Sound Meter mode
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Notice: The Level value of the triggering signal refers to the instantaneous value of the RMS
result from the first profile calculated during the period depending on selected Detector (path: <Menu> /
Measurement / Profiles ).
<4> <Shift/4>
Measure Trigger windows with the Level selection in the Vibration Meter mode
Setting the speed of the triggering signal changes – Gradient
This position appears when the Grad+ trigger is chosen. The speed of the triggering signal changes
(Gradient) can be set from 1 dB/ms to 100 dB/ms range.
<4> <Shift/4>
Measure Trigger windows with the Gradient selection
5.3 Setting parameters in a profile – Profiles
The Profiles list is opened after the selection of the Profiles text from the Measurement list.
<ENTER>
Displays with the Profiles list for Sound and Vibration modes
In the Profiles sub-list the following parameters can be programmed independently for each profile:
weighting filter (Filter) and RMS detector type (Detector).
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Notice: The change of the profile parameters is not possible when the measurement is
performed. The user has to finish the current measurement.
Weighting filter selection – Filter
The following weighting filters are available in a profile of the instrument:

- in the case of sound measurements
• Z type 1 according to the IEC 61672-1 standard,
• A type 1 according to the IEC 651 and IEC 61672-1 standards,
• C type 1 according to the IEC 651 and IEC 61672-1 standards,
• B type 1 according to the IEC 651 standard,
• G according to the ISO 7196:1995 standard.
• R1, R2, R3 if the Real Time Filters are activated in the Setup list (path: <Menu> / Auxiliary Setup /
User Filters / Real Time Filters)
<4>
Profiles windows; the selection of the weighting filter in Sound Meter mode
- in the case of acceleration measurements (Vibration): Z, HP1, HP3, HP10, Wh,

- in the case of velocity measurements (Vibration): Vel1, Vel3, Vel10 and VelMF,
- in the case of displacement measurements (Vibration): Dil1, Dil3 and Dil10.
<4> …
Profiles windows; the selection of the weighting filter in Vibration Meter mode
- for all types of signal it is possible to use real time filters R1, R2, R3 if they are activated in the
Setup list (path: <Menu> / Setup / User Filters / Real Time Filters)
<3> <3>
Selection of the R1, R2, R3 weighting filter in Vibration mode
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The characteristics of the filters are given in App. D.

After pressing the <ENTER> push-button any changes made in the sub-list are confirmed and it is
closed. The return to the Measurement list ignoring any changes made in the sub-list is made after pressing
the <ESC> push-button.
RMS detector selection – Detector

In the instrument the following RMS detectors are available: Impulse, Fast and Slow (in the case of
sound measurements) and 100ms, 125ms, 200ms, 500ms, 1.0s, 2.0s, 5.0s, 10.0s (in the case of Vibration
measurements).
<4>
Profiles windows; the selection of the RMS detector in Sound Meter mode
<4>
Profiles windows; the selection of the RMS detector in Vibration Meter mode
5.4 Setting of the logging functionality – Logging
The Logging list is opened after the selection of the Logging text from the Measurement list.
<ENTER>
Logging window opening
The Logging list consists of six positions: Logger Setup, Logger Results, Logger Trigger,
Event Recording, Marker Setup and Wave Recording. The Logging list enables the user to program the
recording of the measurement history, program the markers and parameters of event or signal (wave)
recording.
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5.4.1 Settings of the Logger – Logger Setup
The Logger Setup list enables the user to activate logger functionality and meteo results logging. It
also allows to edit the name of the logger file and to set logger step.
<ENTER>
Logger Setup list opening
The Logger switches on and off the functionality, which enables the user to save in a file the selected
results from three profiles with the defined period.
<4>
Displays with the Logger activation
The Logger Meteo switches on ( ) and off (⌧) the saving in a file the meteorological results from the
Monitoring Station.
<4>
Logger Meteo activation
The Logger Step defines the period of the data logging in a file. It can be set from 2 milliseconds to
1 second in 1, 2, 5 sequence, the values from 1 second to 59 seconds, the values from 1 minute to
59 minute and 1 hour.
<4> <Shift/4>
Logger Step settings
The Logger Name enables the user to name the logger file. The default one is LOG. The name
cannot be longer than eight characters. After pressing the <3>, <4> push-buttons, the special window with
text editor function is opening.
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<4>
Logger Name edition in Logger Setup window
The edited name is accepted after pressing the <ENTER> push-button. The special warning is
displayed in the case the file with the edited name already exists in the memory. The instrument waits then
for a reaction of the user (any push-button should be pressed except the <Shift> or the <Alt> one).
Edition <ENTER>
<ENTER> <ENTER>
Displays during the attempt of overwriting the existing file
The main measurement results (cf. App. B) are calculated in the period set in the Integration Period.
These results can be saved in the result files of the instrument’s memory by means of the Save or
Save Next function (path: <Menu> / File / File Manager). In the case the Integration Period is greater than
9 seconds, it can be done also by means of the Auto Save operation. The name of the file for that operation
is set in the File Name position (path: Menu / File / Save Options / File Name), which appears when
Auto Save parameter is switched on. In the case the Repetition Cycles is greater than one, the Auto Save
operation will be performed after the period set in the Integration Period. The name of the file with the main
results is changed after each saving (file name number increases by one).
In the same, when the Logger is switch on, the partial measurement results are calculated in the
period set in the Logger Step and saved in the logger file Up to 12 results can be logged simultaneously
from three independent profiles of the instrument (Peak / Max / Min / RMS for sound measurements or
Peak/ P–P/ Max/ RMS for Vibration measurements) with time step down to 2 ms. These results are saved in
the logger file in the external memory in all modes and functions of the instrument. The registration in the
logger’s memory is stopped after the period, which is equal to Integration Period multiplied by
Repetition Cycles, after pressing the <Start/Stop> push-button or after stopping the measurements
remotely.
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Measurements started by <START/STOP> push-button, ended by last repetition cycle

REP. CYCLE REP. CYCLE REP. CYCLE REP. CYCLE
n=1 n=1 n=N-1 n=N
signal amplitude
0 T 2T (N-2)T (N-1)T NT time
measurements
INTEGR. PERIOD INTEGR. PERIOD INTEGR. PERIOD INTEGR. PERIOD
end
T T T T
main results
start AUTO SAVE AUTO SAVE AUTO SAVE AUTO SAVE
@sig1.svn @sig2.svn @sigN-1.svn @sigN.svn
files
main results main results main results main results
integration period integration period integration period integration period
from 0 to T from T to 2T from (N-2)T from (N-1)T
to (N-1)T to NT
LOGGER: ON
PEAK, MAX, MIN or RMS
time history
&logger1.svn
RMS results logged

with LOGGER STEP.
Number of results
equal NT / LS
0 LS LOGGER STEP NT time
Relations between Integration Period and Logger Step
5.4.2 Results selection – Logger Results
The Logger Results list enables the user to activate the results for three profiles, which will be
recorded to the logger file during measurement. Activation / deactivation can be done by means of the <3>,
<4> push-buttons pressed together with the <Alt> one. The position is changed by means of <3>, <4>
and <5>, <6> push-buttons.
<ENTER>
Logger Results list opening when Logger function is switched off and on for Sound Modes
Logger Results list for Sound and Vibration modes
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Logger Results list; Peak result for the second profile deactivation
When Logger is switched off the screen in one profile visualisation mode is like below.
=>
Result display with not active Logger
When Logger is switched on and there is no results selected for logging the screen in one profile
visualisation mode is like below.
=>
Result display with active Logger and without selected results
When Logger is switched on and there are results selected for logging the screen in one profile
=> <Alt/5>
Result display with active Logger and with selected results
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5.4.3 Logger trigger parameters setup – Logger Trigger
The Logger Trigger parameters influence the way the measurement results are saved in the logger. It
is a contexts sub-list in which: the trigger can be switched off or it’s type selected (Trigger), the source of the
triggering signal can be determined (Source), it’s level can be selected (Level), the number of the results
saved in the logger before the fulfilment of the triggering condition (Pre) and the number of the results saved
in the logger after the fulfilment of the triggering condition (Post). If the triggering signal is greater than the
selected in the Level + or less than Level -, the logger contains:
• the measurement results registered directly before the fulfilment of the triggering condition; time of the
registration can be calculated by multiplying the value set in the Pre by the time period taken from the
Logger Step (path: <Menu> / Measurement / Logging / Logger Setup);
• all measurement results up to the moment the triggering signal falls down the Level;
• the results registered directly after the fulfilment of the triggering condition; time of the registration can be
calculated by multiplying the value set in the Post by the time period taken from the Logger Step (path:
<Menu> / Measurement / Logging / Logger Setup).
<ENTER>
Logger Trigger list opening
The logger triggering of the measurements (Trigger) can be switched off using the <3> push-button.
The triggering is switched on if the Level + or Level – mode is selected using the <4> push-button.
<4> <4>
Logger Setup windows (Sound modes)
When Level Meter mode is chosen the only one measured result can be used as a source of the
triggering signal in the logger, namely the output signal from the RMS detector coming from the first profile
which is denoted here as Leq(1). This position does not become active (it is not displayed inversely) and the
text stated here remains unchanged. After pressing the <6> push-button, the Source line is skipped.
<6 >
Logger Trigger windows with not active Source signal line (Sound modes)
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When 1/1 Octave or 1/3 Octave mode is chosen it is possible to use as a source of the triggering
signal in the logger also RMS band-pass value of 1/1 octave or 1/3 octave spectrum filters with appropriate
central frequency.
Available values of Source parameter for 1/1 Octave mode: Leq (1), 250Hz, 500Hz, 1.00kHz,
2.00kHz, 4.00kHz, 8.00kHz, 16.0kHz.
Available values of Source parameter for 1/1 Octave mode: Leq (1), 125Hz, 160Hz, 200Hz, 250Hz,
315Hz, 400Hz, 500Hz, 630Hz, 800Hz, 1.00kHz, 1.25kHz, 1.60kHz, 2.00kHz, 2.50kHz, 3.15kHz, 4.00kHz,
5.00kHz, 6.30kHz, 8.00kHz, 10.0kHz, 12.5kHz, 16.0kHz, 20.0kHz.
<4>
Logger Trigger windows with the active Source signal line (1/1 Octave mode)
The level of the triggering signal in logger (Level) can be set in sound modes in 1 dB step from 24 dB
to 136 dB range and in vibration modes from 1.00 mm/s2 to 10.0 km/ s2.
<4> <Shift/4>
Logger Trigger windows with the Level selection (Sound modes)
<4> <Shift/4>
Logger Trigger windows with the Level selection (Vibration modes)
Notice: The Level value of the triggering signal in logger refers to the instantaneous value of
the RMS result from the first profile calculated during the period depending on selected Detector (1) (path:
<Menu> / Measurement / Profiles).
<4> <4>
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Logger Trigger windows with the Trigger Period selection
In the Pre line the number of the results registered in the logger’s file before the fulfilment of the
triggering condition can be set. This number is within the limits 0..50.
The period of the measurements that are saved in the logger before the fulfilment of the triggering
condition can be calculated multiplying the value set in the Pre by the value set in the Logger Step (path:
<Menu> / Measurement / Logging / Logger Setup). The result of the calculation is presented in the same
line, at the right side of the display.
=> <4>
Logger Trigger windows with the Pre selection with Logger Step equal to 10 s (Vibration modes)
=> <4>
Logger Trigger windows with the Pre selection with Logger Step equal to 1 s (Vibration modes)
In the Post line the number of the results registered in the logger’s file after the fulfilment of the
triggering condition can be set. This number is within the limits 0..200.
The period of the measurements that are saved in the logger after the fulfilment of the triggering
condition can be calculated multiplying the value set in the Post by the value set in the Logger Step (path:
Menu / Measurement / General Settings). The result of the calculation is presented in the same line, at the
right side of the display.
=> <4>
Logger Trigger windows with the Post selection with Logger Step equal to 1 s (Vibration modes)
5.4.4 Event recording setup – Event Recording
The Event Recording position enables the user to activate and to set the parameters of event signal
recording on the external memory (SD Card or USB Disk).
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<ENTER>
Event Recording list opening
The Events position, if it is not Off, defines the type of events recording: Continuous or On Trigger.
<4> <4>
Events parameter selection
The Audio Sampling position enables the user to select the sampling frequency of event recording:
12KHz, 24kHz and 48kHz.
<3> <3>
Audio Sampling parameter selection
When On Trigger event recording is chosen then additional positions appears which enables one to
programme the trigger conditions for the event recording.
In the Trigger position following options are available: Off, Slope +, Slope –, Level +, Level – and
External.
<4> …
Trigger parameter selection
The Trigger on Marker position switches on or off the triggering by marker setting.
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<4>
Trigger on Marker parameter selection
The Source position only informs about the source signal. Only one measured result can be used as a
source of the triggering signal in all modes, namely the output signal from the RMS detector coming from the
first profile which is denoted here as RMS(1). This position does not become active (it is not displayed
inversely) and the text stated here remains unchanged. After pressing the <6> push-button, the Source line
is skipped.
<6>
Event Recording windows with the not active Source position
The level of the triggering signal for recording (Level) can be set in a range from 24 dB to 136 dB with
the 1 dB step. In the case of Vibration measurements the level can be expressed not only in decibels but
also in linear units. The vibration unit scale can be set in the Display Scale window (path: Menu / Display /
Display Scale / Scale).
<4>
Level parameter selection (Sound modes)
<4>
Level parameter selection (Vibration modes)
In the Trigger Period position it is possible to select the time interval when the triggering conditions
are checked. This parameter can be set at 0.5ms, 100.0ms and 1s.
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<4> <4>
Trigger Period parameter selection
In the Rec. Time position it is possible to select the time of signal recording after triggering. If next
triggering condition appears then the signal will be recording additional Rec. Time. The available values
are from 1s to 8h.
<4>
Rec. Time parameter selection
When Pre Trigger position is switched on then the event signal is recorded before the triggering
condition. The interval of such recording depends on the sample frequency. For 48kHz the time interval is
1s, for 24 kHz the time interval is 2 s, for 12 kHz the time interval is 4s.
<4>
Pre Trigger parameter selection
5.4.5 The marker setup – Marker Setup
Marker is used to mark special events during the measurement such as "airplane flight" and is nothing
but an indication of the beginning and end of the block of logger results in which the event occurred. In case
of point markers there is no start and end of marker, but only one record in the logger. Markers are activated
in the result presentation window by pressing the arrow keys.
The Marker Setup enables the user to assign the name for the marker and define its type (normal or
point).
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<ENTER>
Marker Setup list opening
=>
Marker Name setting
5.4.6 Wave recorder setup – Wave Recording
The Wave Recording enables the user to activate and to set the parameters of wave recording on the
external memory (SD Card or USB Disk).
<ENTER>
Wave Recording list opening
The Wave Rec. position, if it is not Off, defines the type of the wave recording: Continuous or
On Trigger.
<4> <4>
Wave Recording list; Wave Rec. parameter selection
The Format position enables the user to setup the format of the wave file header: PCM or Extensible.
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<4>
Wave Recording list; Format selection
The Audio Sampling position enables the user to setup the sampling rate: 12KHz, 24kHz and 48kHz.
<3> <3>
Wave Recording list; Audio Sampling selection
The Bits Per Sample position enables the user to setup the number of recorded bits per sample: 16
or 24.
<3>
Wave Recording list; Bits Per Sample selection
The Signal Gain position enables the user to setup the gain of the recorded signal, when 16 bits per
sample was selected: 0dB … 40dB.
<4> <Shift/4>
Wave Recording list; Signal Gain selection
The File Name position enables the user to edit the name of the wave file.
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<4>
Wave Recording list; File Name edition
The Wave Recording enables the user to activate and programme the wave recorder trigger. This
option became active only when the value of the parameter Wave Rec. was set as On Trigger.
In the Trigger position following options are available: Slope +, Slope –, Level +, Level – and
External.
<4> ...
Wave Recording list; Trigger selection
The Source position only informs about the source signal. Only one measured result can be used as a
source of the triggering signal in all modes, namely the output signal from the RMS detector coming from the
first profile which is denoted here as Leq(1). This position does not become active (it is not displayed
inversely) and the text stated here remains unchanged. After pressing the <6> push-button, the Source line
is skipped.
<6 >
Wave Recording list; with the not active Source position
The level of the triggering signal for recording (Level) can be set from 24 dB to 136 dB range. In the
case of Vibration measurements the level can be expressed not only in decibels but also in linear units. The
vibration unit scale can be set in the Display Scale window (path: <Menu> / Display / Display Scale / Scale).
<4> <Shift/4>
Wave Recording list; Level selection (Vibration modes)
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In the Trigger Period position it is possible to select the time interval when the triggering conditions
are checked. This parameter can be set at 0.5ms, 100.0ms and 1s.
<4> <4>
Wave Recording list; Trigger Period parameter selection
In the Rec. Time position it is possible to select the time of signal recording after triggering. If next
triggering condition appears then the signal will be recording additional Rec. Time. The available values
are from 1s to 8h or Inf.
<3> <Shift/3>
Wave Recording list; Rec. Time selection (Sound modes)
When Pre Trigger position is switched on then the signal is recorded before the triggering condition.
The interval of such recording depends on the sample frequency. For 48kHz the time interval is 1s, for
24 kHz the time interval is 2 s, for 12 kHz the time interval is 4s.
<4>
Wave Recording list; Pre Trigger switching on (Sound modes)
5.5 Selection of 1/1 Octave and 1/3 Octave spectrum parameters – Spectrum
The Spectrum appears in the Measurement list when the 1/1 Octave or 1/3 Octave function is
selected in the Measurement Function (path: <Menu> / Function / Measurement Function / 1/1 Octave or
1/3 Octave). This sub-list is opened after the selection of the Spectrum text from the Measurement list by
means of the <5>, <6> push-buttons and pressing <ENTER>.
The Spectrum consists of the parameters, which influence the calculation and logging the results of
1/1 Octave or 1/3 Octave analysis: Filter and Band. The Spectrum window is closed ignoring any changes
made in there, after pressing any time the <ESC> push-button.
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<ENTER>
Spectrum selected in the Measurement list and the Spectrum window opened in the Sound
and Vibration modes
Weighting filter selection in 1/1 Octave or 1/3 Octave analysis - Filter
The Filter influences the calculations of 1/1 Octave or 1/3 Octave analysis. In the case of sound
measurements HP, Z, A and C filters are available. In the case of Vibration measurements only Z filter is
available and the position is not accessible after entering the Spectrum window. The frequency
characteristics of those filters are given in Appendix D.
The following weighting filters are available in the case of 1/1 Octave or 1/3 Octave analysis in sound
modes:
• HP type 1 according to the IEC 61672-1 standard,
• Z type 1 according to the IEC 61672-1 standard,
• C type 1 according to the IEC 651 and IEC 61672-1 standards.
<4>
Spectrum window; the Filter selection in the Sound modes
In the case of Vibration modes, during 1/1 Octave or 1/3 Octave analysis the HP filter is available.
Selection the band during the 1/1 Octave or 1/3 Octave analysis - Band
The Band position enables the user to select the band in which the 1/1 Octave or 1/3 Octave analysis
of the signal has to be performed. Available values of the bands of the analysis are as follows: Audio, Full.
<4>
Spectrum window; the Band selection in the Sound modes
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5.6 Selection of the microphone compensation filters – Compensation Filter
The Compensation Filter position is available only in the case of the Sound Meter or Direct Sound
modes. It enables the user to set on or off the compensation filter and/or outdoor filter, select in the latter
case its type and to set the proper conditions for making the measurements in the diffuse field.
<ENTER>
Measurement list, the Compensation Filter selection
The Compensation Filter window consists of the list with 6 positions: Off, Free Field, Diffuse Field,
Outdoor Environ., Outdoor Airport and Windscreen. The position of the sub-list is changed after pressing
the <5>, <6> push-buttons. In order to switch the filter on the user may mark it, by means of the <3>,
<4> push-buttons, and to confirm the selection with the <ENTER> push-button. The user can also press the
<ENTER> push-button when the interesting position is selected without marking it by means of the <3>,
<4> push-buttons. Pressing <ENTER> push-button closes the sub-list. After pressing the <ESC> push-
button the sub-list is also closed but all made changes will be ignored.
<6> <ENTER>
Compensation Filter window; selection of the Diffuse Field filter
The Free Field and Diffuse Field filters enables the user to set compensation for the measurements
in the free field conditions or in the diffuse field conditions. The microphone supplied with the SVAN 979
instrument (GRAS 40AE) is designed for the measurement performed in the free field conditions. The
Free Field option means that the correcting filter for the diffuse field conditions is switched off. In the case of
the measurements performed with the use of the microphones for the diffuse field conditions the option
Diffuse Field should never be used.
Outdoor Environ. and Outdoor Airport filters are dedicated for the permanent outdoor monitoring
application. The characteristics of the outdoor filters depend on the application: environmental (the acoustic
signal is perpendicular to the microphone’s grid) or airport (the acoustic signal is parallel to the microphone’s
grid). The frequency characteristic of the designed filters is given in App. D.
Windscreen filter can be switch Off, On or set to automatic detection – Auto.
<4> <4>
Compensation Filter window; Windscreen parameter selection
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5.7 Measurement range setting – Range
The Range is used to set one of the available measurement ranges in the instrument.
<ENTER>
Measurement list with the Range selected in Sound Meter and Vibration Meter modes
There are two ranges available High and Low. The detailed description of the measurement ranges
parameters is given in App. C. After pressing the <ENTER> push-button the change is confirmed and the
window closes. The return to the Measurement list ignoring any changes made in the sub-list is made after
pressing the <ESC> push-button.
<3>
Range windows in Sound Meter mode; the Range selection
<3>
Range windows in Vibration Meter mode; the Range selection
The range values changes due to the calibration factor.
=> <3>
Displays with change of the default range values in Sound Meter mode caused by the calibration factor
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5.8 Exposure time setting - Exposure Time
The Exposure Time enables the user to set the desired value of the exposure time that is used for
the calculation of LEPd (cf. App. D for the definitions of the functions). This sub-list is available only in the
sound mode; in Vibration and voltage (Vibration) modes it is taken off from the Measurement list.
<ENTER>
Measurement list with the Exposure Time text highlighted
The Exposure Time values are within the range [00h01, 08h00]. The required value can be set using
the <3> / <4> push-buttons – after each pressing the exposure time is decremented / incremented by one
second. The step can be decremented / incremented up to 30 minutes after pressing the <3> / <4> push-
buttons together with the <Shift> one.
<3> <Shift /3>
Exposure Time windows; setting the exposure time value
5.9 Setting ten statistical levels - Statistical Levels
The Statistical Levels position is available only in the case of the sound measurements (in the
Sound Meter or Voltage (Sound) modes).
In the Statistical Levels it is possible to select which ten statistical levels, named from N1 to N10, has
to be calculated, displayed and saved in the files together with the main results.
In order to enter the sub-list the user has to select the Statistical Levels text in the Measurement list,
using the <5>, <6> push-buttons and press the <ENTER> one.
<ENTER>
Measurement list, the Statistical Levels sub-list selected
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The default statistic levels have the following settings: 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90 and 95. All
values have to be within the range [1, 99]. Each one value can be set independently from the others. The
selection of the Nx is made using the <5>, <6> push-buttons.
The upper Nx visible on the display is active after pressing the <5> together with the <Shift> push-
button. The lower Nx visible on the display is active after pressing the <6> together with the <Shift> push-
button.
The Nx current value decreasing / increasing by one is possible by means of the <3> / <4> push-
buttons. The step can be decreased / increased up to ten after pressing simultaneously the <3> / <4>
push-buttons with the <Shift> one.
The sub-list is closed and the instrument returns to the Measurement list after pressing the <ENTER>
(with the confirmation of all changes made in this list) or <ESC> push-buttons (ignoring all changes).
<4> <Shift /4>
Displays in the Statistical Levels set-up
<6> <Shift /6>
Displays in the Statistical Levels selection
5.10 Programming the instrument’s internal timer – Timer
The Timer enables one to programme the internal timer. The instrument can be switched on by itself
in the programmed time and it can perform the measurement, which was used before its switching off.
In order to enter the position the user has to select the Timer text in the Measurement list and press
the <ENTER> one.
<ENTER>
Measurement list, the Timer window opening
Selecting the mode of the timer function – Mode
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The timer can be switched off – Off, switched on only once – Single, or switched on many times
regularly – Multiple with the period between two consecutive measurements set in the Repetition line.
The selected value has to be confirmed by pressing the <ENTER> push-button, which causes the
simultaneous return to the Measurement list. All settings are ignored after the return to the Measurement
list by pressing the <ESC> push-button.
In the case the timer function is active (Single or Multiple) and the instrument is switched on the
“clock” icon appears until finishing the programmed measurements.
<4> <4>
Timer windows; the mode selection
Setting hour of the instrument’s switch on – Start Hour
The Start Hour determines hour of the measurement start. The required hour and minute can be
selected in a special window, which is opening by means of <3>, <4> push-buttons.
In order to set hours or minutes one has to enter its position pressing the <3>, <4> push button and
then select the proper value by means of the <5>, <6> push-buttons and then to press the <ENTER>
push-button.
<4> <4>
<5>
Timer windows; setting hour and minute for the instrument’s switching on
The selected value in the Timer list has to be confirmed by pressing the <ENTER> push-button, which
causes the simultaneous return to the Measurement list. All settings are ignored after the return to the
Measurement list by pressing the <ESC> push-button.
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Setting day of the instrument’s switch on - Start Day
The Start Day determines the date of the measurement start. The timer can be programmed up to
one month ahead and during the date setting the current state of the Real Clock is taken
into account. The required date can be selected in a special window, which is opening after pressing the
<3>, <4> push-buttons when the Start Day text is displayed inversely in the Timer sub-list.
In order to set data one has to select its position by means of the <3> , <4> and <5>, <6> push
button and then press the <ENTER> push-button.
<4> <6>
<ENTER>
Selecting the period between two consecutive measurements – Repetition
The Repetition of the timer function is selected pressing the <5>, <6> push-buttons together with
the <Alt> one when the Repetition text is displayed inversely in the Timer sub-list (mode Multiple). This
parameter can be programmed from 00:00 up to 99:59.
In order to set the proper value one has to select hours or minutes pressing the <3>, <4> push-
buttons and then, pressing the <5>, <6> push-buttons together with the <Alt> one to select the proper
value. The selected value has to be confirmed by pressing the <ENTER> push-button, which causes the
simultaneous return to the Measurement list. All settings are ignored after the return to the Measurement
list by pressing the <ESC> push-button.
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<4>
Timer windows; setting Repetition parameter
5.10.1 Description of the exemplary timer function execution
The Timer function is used to programme the instrument’s switch on at the given time and perform the
measurements with the parameters set in the Measurement sub-list.
Let us assume that the user wants to switch on the instrument the 1st of April, at 20:35, measure
sound during 10 seconds without using logger and save the results in a file R1.
In order to do this the user has to set the parameters of the Timer function, the measurement
parameters (path: <Menu> / Measurement / General Settings), activate the Auto Save function (path: Menu
/ File / Save Options), named the file (the File Name window is opened after switching on the Auto Save
function) and finally – switched off the instrument.
=> =>
=>
Exemplary settings made for the desired execution of the Timer function
The instrument will be switched on the 1st of April at 20:35 and will be warmed up for the period of
60 seconds decrementing by one after each second the counter visible on the display.
After warming up the instrument and the preset Start Dalay time, the measurements are performed for
a period of ten seconds. Then, the results are saved in the file which name was given or accepted (the
proper information is displayed) and finely – the instrument is switched off.
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Notice: The instrument’s Timer function can be used for multiply measurements (at the
programmed day and time with the selected repetition). The first switch on of the instrument must be within
one month ahead.
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6. DATA AVAILABLE ON THE DISPLAY – Display
The Display list contains the elements that enable one the independent programming of the display
parameters. In order to open the Display list the user has to press the <Menu> push-button, select the
Function text and press <ENTER>.
<ENTER>
Display window; for Sound Level Meter and Vibration Level Meter modes
Display list; for 1/1 Octave and Sound modes
<Shift/6>
Display list; for 1/1 Octave and Vibration modes
The Display list is used for setting the various parameters, which are mainly dedicated for the control
of the display. The following items are present on this list:
Display Modes enables one to select the mode of the measurement results presentation;
Display Scale enables one to change the scale in the graphical modes of result’s presentation;
Spectrum View enables one to change the type of the spectrum and to activate the Max and Min
spectrum;
Spectrum Type enables one to change the spectrum type: Acceleration, Velocity and
Displacement;
Logger View enables one to select and present the results stored in the logger’s files;
Spectrum Compare enables one to compare spectrum with the reference one;
Screen Setup enables one to set the brightness and the switch on/off the screen saver of the
instrument’s display;
Themes enables one to set the colour theme of the display;
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6.1 Selection of the modes of measurement results presentation - Display Modes
The One Profile mode is always available in all measurement modes. Other presentation modes can
be switched on or off in the Display Modes sub-list. The selection is made by marking the inversely
displayed position of the Display Modes sub-list by means of the <3>, <4> push-buttons. In order to
confirm the selection the user has to press the <ENTER> push-button.
The mode of the results presentation is related with the selection of the instrument’s function (SLM or
VLM, 1/1 Octave, 1/3 Octave, etc.).
Notice: In all modes and measurement functions One Profile mode is always active and can not
be switched off.
<ENTER>
Display Modes windows in the Sound Level Meter mode
For the Sound Level Meter the following possibilities of the measurement results presentation are
available: 1 Prof. & 3 Prof., 1 Prof. & Logger, 3 Prof. & Logger, Statistics, File Info, Meter Table, GPS.
<Shift/6>
Display Modes window in the Sound Level Meter mode
For the Vibration Level Meter the following possibilities of the measurement results presentation are
available: 1 Prof. & 3 Prof., 1 Prof. & Logger, 3 Prof. & Logger, File Info, Meter Table, GPS.
<Shift/6>
Display Modes window in the Vibration Level Meter mode
6.1.1 One profile presentation mode
The One Profile mode is always available in all measurement modes. The display with the
measurement result in one profile mode is presented below.
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Displays in one profile for Sound and Vibration modes
6.1.2 Combined presentation modes
There are three presentation modes, which combine two views and can be active or not:
1 Prof. & 3 Prof., 1 Prof. & Logger, 3 Prof. & Logger. These combined views allow the user to compare
results for profiles and to follow the history of measured results, saved in the logger file.
Switching on the view for one and three profiles - 1 Prof. & 3 Prof.
<4>
Switching on the view for one and three profiles
Below is the view of the screen when combined presentation mode of 1 Profile and 3 Profiles results
is switched on.
Display in the 1 Prof. & 3 Prof. view
Switching on the view for one profile and logger - 1 Prof. & Logger
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<4>
Switching on the view for one profile and logger
Below is the view of the screen when combined presentation mode of 1 Profile and Logger results is
switched on.
Display in the 1 Prof. & Logger view
Switching on the view for three profiles and logger - 3 Prof. & Logger
<4>
Switching on the view for three profiles and logger
Below is the view of the screen when combined presentation mode of 1 Profile and Logger results is
switched on.
Display in the 3 Prof. & Logger view
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When the selected results from the profiles (path: <Menu> / Measurement / Logging / Logger Results)
are logged the “curve” icon became visible and the logger plot arrears on the screen.
Fields description of the 1 Profile view
2 8 5 6 7
4 a) b)
1. Profile number.
2. Function name: Spl, Leq, Sel, Le, LEPd, Ltm3, Ltm5, Lxx, Ovl, Peak, Max, Min in the case of
Sound measurements or RMS, Ovl, Peak, P–P, MTVV in the case of Vibration measurements.
3. Detector time constant: in the case of Sound measurements when the detector is exponential:
IMP., FAST, SLOW or Lin when the detector is linear and in the case of Vibration measurements:
100 ms, 125 ms, .. 10.0 s, …
4. The name of the implemented filter: Z, A, C, B, G in the case of Sound measurements or Z, HP1,
HP3, HP10, Vel1, Vel3, Vel10, VelMF, Dil1, Dil3, Dil10, Wh in the case of Vibration measurements.
5. The value of measured function.
6. Units of measured value.
7. Elapsed time shows the current second of the measurement. The value presented there belongs to
the range [1, Integration Period].
8. File name when Auto Save Function is activated (path: <Menu> / File / Save Options / Auto Save: )
Notice: In the case of RMS Integration is linear (path: <Menu> / Measurement / General Settings /
RMS Integration: Lin) for Leq, Sel, Le, LEPd and Lxx results on the display appears Lin. instead of Imp.,
Fast or Slow detector time constant.
Notice: There is not any indication of the detector in the case of Peak and Ovl results.
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a) b)
Fields description of the 3 Profiles view
1. Result line for Profile 1.

4. Function name: Spl, Leq, Sel, Le, LEPd, Ltm3, Ltm5, Lxx, Ovl, Peak, Max, Min in the case of
Sound measurements or RMS, Ovl, Peak, P–P, MTVV in the case of Vibration measurements.
5. The value of measured function.
6. Detector time constant: in the case of Sound measurements when the detector is exponential: IMP.
(I), FAST (F), SLOW (S) or Lin (L) when the detector is linear. In the case of Vibration
measurements this field is skipped.
7. The name of the implemented filter: A, C, Z in the case of Sound measurements. In the case of
Vibration measurements this field is skipped.
8. Units of measured value.
9. Elapsed time shows the current second of the measurement. The value presented there belongs to
the range [1, Integration Period].
10. File name when Auto Save function is activated (path: <Menu> / File / Save Options / Auto Save: )
Fields description of the Logger view
1 3
2 4
Display with the active Logger (with “curve” icon)
1. Logger Plot
2. Function name (Profile number)
3. Function value for cursor position
4. Cursor time position
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Changing the field content
The content of some fields can be changed after pressing the <3> and <4> push-buttons pressed
<Alt/4>
Function name changing
<Alt/4>
Changing of profiles
Changing the active fields
The change fields is made by pressing the <5> / <6> (vertically) or <3> / <4> (horizontally) push-
buttons.
<4>
<6>
Changing positions
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<6>
Changing positions
Changing the presentation mode

The presentation mode is changed after pressing the <5> or <6> push-buttons pressed together
with the <Alt> one.
6.1.3 Setting on/off logger view – Logger
The presentation mode Logger depends on the settings made in the Logging list (path: <Menu> /
Measurement / Logging). If Logger (path: <Menu> / Measurement / Logging / Logger Setup) is switched off
the Logger presentation mode is not active!
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So, to have this presentation mode active, the user has to switch the Logger on!
<4>
Activation of Logger presentation mode
When Logger is switched on and there is no results selected for logging the screen in one profile
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1 Prof. & Logger screen when Logger is active, but without selected results
When Logger is switched on and there are results selected for logging the screen in one profile
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1 Prof. & Logger screen when Logger is active and results are selected
The display with the logger results is presented below.
4 5
1 6
2 7
3 8
Display in the Logger view
Fields description:
1. Y-scale
2. Logger plot
3. Name of the logged result and profile number
4. Name of the logger file
5. Log. Time displays the time available for recording the logging results (limited by available memory
space)
6. Cursor position
7. Result value for the cursor position
8. Elapsed time
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The user may change the cursor position by means of the <3>, <4> push-buttons.
<3>...<3>
Change the cursor position for the logger plot
6.1.4 Switching on/off spectrum view – Spectrum

The Spectrum position is accessible only for 1/1 Octave, 1/3 Octave and FFT functions (path:
<Menu> / Function / Measurement Function).
<4>
Switching on the view for Spectrum
When Spectrum mode is switched on the measurement screen in Spectrum visualisation mode is like
below.
Displays in Spectrum view for 1/1 Octave and 1/3 Octave function (Sound modes)
Displays in Spectrum view for 1/1 Octave and 1/3 Octave function (Vibration modes)
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Fields description of the Spectrum view
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1 6
2 7
3 8
Display in Spectrum mode for 1/3 Octave measurement
1. Averaging type
2. Cursor position
3. Value for the cursor position
4. Used weighting filter
5. Spectrum plot
6. Function type
7. Total values
8. Central frequency for the cursor position
The user may shift the Y-axis during the spectrum presentation after pressing the <Shift> and <5>
(or the <Shift> and <6>) push-buttons.
<Shift/6>
Change the Y-axis scale for the 1/3 Octave results
The user may change the cursor position by means of the <3>, <4> push-buttons. The frequency
and appropriate value are presented in the line below the plot.
<4> ...
Change the cursor position for the 1/1 Octave spectrum
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6.1.5 Switching on/off spectrum table view – Spectrum Table
The Spectrum Table position is accessible in 1/1 Octave and 1/3 Octave function (path: <Menu> /
Function / Measurement Function).
<4>
Switching on the view for Spectrum Table
<Shift/6>
Displays in Spectrum Table view for 1/1 Octave function (Vibration modes)
<Shift/6>
Displays in Spectrum Table view for 1/3 Octave function (Sound modes)
6.1.6 Setting on/off statistics view in Sound modes – Statistics
The Statistics position is accessible only for Sound measurements.
<4>
Setting on and off the accessibility of statistics presentation mode
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Fields description of the Statistics view
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1 6
2 7
3 8
Display in Statistic view mode
1. Active profile
2. Statistics plot
3. Statistical level for the active cursor position
4. RMS detector (Lin., or Exp.: Fast, Slow or Imp.)
5. Used averaging filter name (A, C or Z)
6. Function name
7. Cursor position
8. Value of the selected statistical level Lxx and units (dB)
The change between positions is made by pressing the <5> or <6> push-buttons. When position is
chosen, then its value is changed after pressing the <3> and <4> push-buttons pressed together with the
<Alt> one.
<6>
Change the position from L90 to P(1)
<Alt/4>
Changing the number of profile displayed
When the Lxx field is active the user may change the cursor position by means of the <3>, <4>
push-buttons. The statistical level and appropriate value are presented in the line below the plot.
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<3>…
Changing the cursor position
6.1.7 Setting on/off the view of the file description - File Info
The File Info position switches on or off the additional file description during the measurement.
<4>
Activation of the file description presentation mode
The File Info window indicates the file name, its size, date and time of the registration of the main
results (cf. App. B) and time (Elapsed Time) during which the main results saved in the logger were
measured. The value presented there belongs to the range [1, Integration Period] and depends on the
moment and the way the measurements were stopped.
Exemplary contents of the File Info window
6.1.8 Setting on/off the view of the measurement results – Meter Table
The measured results may be also displayed as a list of all measured functions in profiles with
assigned filters and time constants. In case the same functions are set up in two profiles the results for the
first profiles will be displayed.
<4>
Activation of the Meter Table presentation mode
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Exemplary contents of the Meter Table window
6.1.9 Setting on/off the view of the GPS information – GPS
The GPS view enables one to display the information from GPS-device connected to the USB port of
the instrument. The GPS view can be active only if options GPS Host Port or GPS Device Port are active
(path: <Menu> / Instrument / Communication Ports).
<4>
Activation of the GPS presentation mode
Exemplary contents of the GPS window
6.2 Setting the scale of the presentation and the display’s grid - Display Scale
The Display Scale sub-list enables the user to change the scale in the available modes of graphical
presentation of the measurement results and switch on/off the grid.
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<ENTER>
Display Scale windows in Sound and Vibration modes
Setting the scale of the measurement results presentation – Scale
The Scale position is accessible only in the case of Vibration measurement modes. Two options are
available: Lin (linear) and Log (logarithmic). In the case of the first one the graphical presentation and the
units both are linear. In the latter case the graphical presentation is given in the logarithmic scale and the
measurement results are expressed in decibels (the result is related to the values set in the
Reference Level (path: <Menu> / Auxiliary Setup / Reference Levels). In the case of the sound
measurements the Scale position is not active. All results are presented in the logarithmic scale.
<4>
Displays with the possible options of the Scale parameter (Vibration mode)
Vibration results presented in linear and logarithmic scale
Scaling the vertical axis of the graphical mode presentation – Dynamic
The Dynamic position enables the user to select the proper scaling of the graphical mode
presentation. In the case of the vertical axis one can obtain the double, four times and eight times expansion
(as the default the vertical axis corresponds to 80 dB, after expansion it corresponds to 40 dB, 20 dB and
10 dB – respectively).
<3>
Dynamic parameter changing
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Displays with the 1/1 Octave results presented with different Dynamic parameter (80 and 40 dB)
Displays with the results stored in the logger presented with different Dynamic parameter (80 and 40 dB)
Switching on/off the grid in the graphical mode presentation – Grid
The Grid enables the user to switch on or off the grid in any graphical presentation.
<4>
Grid switching off
Displays with the grid switched on and off
Switching on/off the automatic Y-scale adjustment – Autoscale
The Autoscale position switch on the automatic adjustment of scale Y.
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Displays with the Autoscale switched on and off
6.3 Setting the parameters of the spectrum presentation - Spectrum View
The Spectrum View enables the user to change the type of the spectrum (Type) and to activate the
presentation on the display the Max and Min spectrum.
<ENTER>
Spectrum View window opening
In the Type position the user may choose the different spectrum type to be presented on the display in
the graphical presentation modes: Averaged, Instantaneous, Max and Min.
<4>
Spectrum Type selection
The minimum and maximum spectra can be presented at the same plot as main spectrum when Max
or Min parameter is switched on.
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Max and Min spectra presented on the spectrum plot
6.4 Selection of the Spectrum Type in Vibration mode - Spectrum Type
The Spectrum Type position is active only in Vibration measurement modes and enables the user to
change the spectrum type. This sub-list contains three positions: Acceleration, Velocity and Displacement
and is available only in the case of the Vibration measurements.
<ENTER>
Spectrum Type window opening
<6> <ENTER>
Spectrum Type window; Velocity option selection
6.5 Setting the parameters of the logger files presentation - Logger View
The Logger View enables the user to change the colour of the curves for graphical presentation of
results, saved in the logger file. In order to enter this window one has to press the <ENTER> push-button
on the inversely displayed Logger View text of the Display list.
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<ENTER>
Logger View window opening for Sound Meter mode and 1/1 Octave function
6.6 Setting the parameter for spectrum comparison – Spectrum Compare
The Spectrum Compare enables the user to compare spectrum with the reference one. In order to
enter this window one has to press the <ENTER> push-button on the inversely displayed
Spectrum Compare text of the Display list.
<ENTER>
Spectrum Compare window opening
The Spectrum Compare option is available for 1/1 Octave and 1/3 Octave analysis. It enables the
user to compare two spectra. Both spectra will be presented on the display.
The file with the spectrum assumed as the reference one has to be saved in the instrument’s memory.
Then the Spectrum Compare function should be activated and file with the reference spectrum should be
selected in File Name position of RMS Spectrum window or LN Spectrum window if statistics in sound
mode are taken into comparison. Then the user has to start second measurement and the spectra from the
reference file and the currently calculated will be compared.
Spectrum comparison may be performed in the following way:
1. Select 1/1 Octave or 1/3 Octave measurement function (path: <Menu> / Function /
Measurement Function).
2. Make proper measurement settings like integration period, measurement range, filter, band etc. (
path: <Menu> / Measurement / General Settings).
If statistics are taken into comparison (LN Spectrum option available for sound mode for 1/1 Octave
or 1/3 Octave analysis) the user should activate Save Statistics option for both measurements (path:
<Menu> / File / Save Options ).
3. Perform a measurement with reference spectrum and save it.
4. Activate Spectrum Compare (<Menu> / Display / Spectrum Compare / RMS (LN) Spectrum). Select
the file with the reference spectrum in the File Name position.
5. Start the second measurement. Press the <4> push-button to see spectra on the display.
The Active position enable to switch on the spectrum comparison option.
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<4>
RMS Spectrum windows with the Active position
<4>
Selected file with saved reference spectrum
1 4
2 5
3 6
Spectrum comparison presentation mode for 1/1 Octave
Fields description:
1. Spectrum averaging, filer type

2. Reference spectrum
3. Value of the cursor position for compared spectrum
4. Compared spectrum
5. Value of the cursor position for reference spectrum
6. Difference between reference and compared band value
It is also possible to activate Warning which will appear on the display when the results from the
spectrum which is being compared are greater at the value of Tolerance than the results from the reference
one (Comp.>Ref.) or contrariwise (Comp.<Ref.).
<4> <4>
RMS Spectrum windows with the Warnings set up
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Display with warning that compared results are lower than reference results
The Tolerance is to be set from 0.1 dB to 10.0 dB. It means that if the Tolerance is set to 1 dB and
Comp.>Ref. option is selected in the Warning position, the message will appear when the calculated
spectrum, in any band or line, will be greater than the reference one for more than 1 dB.
<4> <Shift /4>

RMS Spectrum windows with Tolerance selection
It is possible also to select еру band of 1/1 Octave and 1/3 Octave spectrum for checking warning
condition. It can be done by choosing proper values in the Lower Limit and Upper Limit positions.
<4> <4>…
RMS Spectrum windows with the Lower Limit selection
<4> <4>…
RMS Spectrum windows with the Upper Limit selection
When statistics are being compared (LN Spectrum) the spectra comparison for the L90 statistic level
appears on the display. Pressing <Shift/3> or <Shift/4> enables one to view the comparison result for
lower or higher statistical levels.
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<Shift/3>
Changing the LN Spectrum (L90 to L89)
6.7 Setting the display brightness and power saver- Screen Setup
The Screen Setup window enables the user to set the brightness of the display and switch on the
screen saver. In order to enter the window one has to press the <ENTER> push-button on the inversely
displayed Screen Setup text of the Display list.
<ENTER>
Display list; the Screen Setup window opening
Setting the brightness of the display – Brightness
The Brightness enables the user by means of the <3>, <4> push-buttons to set the proper
brightness of the display. The user can select 20 different values of this parameter.
Notice: The new value of the brightness is confirmed after each pressing of the <3> or <4>
push-buttons (new value is selected without any confirmation from the <ENTER> push-button).
<3> …
Screen Setup windows; the change of the brightness
Setting the power saver function
The saving of the internal source of the instrument’s power can be achieved by means of reducing the
brightness of the screen when possible.
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There are two options of power saver function. The screen may be switch off (Screen off on idle)
and/or dimmed (Dim screen on idle). In the case when any of these options is set, after delay, set by
parametrs Dim screen delay or Screen off delay, from pressing any push-button the screen is dimmed or
switched off. If it happened, the first pressing of any push-button would cause the switch on of the screen.
<4>
Screen Setup windows; Dim screen on idle selection
<4>
Screen Setup windows; Screen off on idle selection
Setting the power saver delay
The power saver delay defines the delay period from last use of any push-button to the power saver
mode. This delay period can be set for Dim screen on idle from 5 s to 60 s and for Screen off on idle
from 1 m to 60 m. The <ENTER> push-button must be pressed for the confirmation of the selection, which
closes simultaneously the Screen Setup window.
<4> <Shift/4>
Screen Setup windows; Dim screen delay selection
<4> <Shift/4>
Screen Setup windows; Screen off delay selection
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6.8 Setting the colour theme of the display – Themes
The Themes window enables the user to set the colour theme of the display. In order to enter the
window one has to press the <ENTER> push-button on the inversely displayed Themes text of the Display
list.
<ENTER>
Display list; the Themes window opening
It is possible to chose between Solar and Forest themes. Solar theme is presented in this Manual.
Forest theme is presented below.
<ENTER>
Screen Setup windows; the Power Saver after parameter selection
Notice: The default colour themes (Solar and Forest) are optimised so to decrease the energy
consumption by display. Any other selected by user colour scheme may lead to the energy consumption
increase.
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7. SAVING THE MEASUREMENT RESULTS – File
The File list contains the elements that enable one to manage the files, created and saved in the
internal memory of the instrument or external memory carriers. In order to open the File list the user has to
press the <Menu> push-button, select the Function text and press <ENTER>.
The registration of the measurement results is an essential task for the efficient use of the instrument.
All available measurement results and also instrument's settings are stored as a file in the internal FLASH
type memory of the instrument or on the external memory – SD Card or USB Disk.
Instrument's files containing data:

• measurement results from Sound Level Meter;
• measurement results from Vibration Level Meter;
• measurement results from 1/1 Octave analysis;
• measurement results from 1/3 Octave analysis;
• measurement results from FFT analysis;
• results (measurement history, wave recording, event and marker recording), stored in the logger file;
• setups.
Because of limited internal memory capacity the logger and wave files can be saved on the external
memory only. So, if there is no SD Card or USB Disk connected to the instrument there is no any possibility
to create any logger file. In such cases Logging position in the Measurement list is not active. The Logging
position became inactive if the internal memory was set as a working directory (see below).
Measurement window with not active Logging position
Result files can be saved manually and automatically, Setup files are saved manually and Logger files
are saved automatically.
Each file consists of some elements, which are the same for all kind of files:
• a file header;
• the unit and software specification;
• the user’s text stored together with the measurement data;
• the parameters and global settings;
• the special settings for profiles;
• the marker of the end of the file.
The other elements of the file structure depend on the type of the file (SLM, VLM, 1/1 Octave,
1/3 Octave, logger) and on the setting of Save Statistics (path: <Menu> / File / Save Options /
Save Statistics). These elements are as follows:
• the main results;
• the results coming from 1/1 Octave analysis;
• the results coming from 1/3 Octave analysis;
• the results coming from FFT analysis;
• the statistics header;
• the results of statistical analysis;
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• the header of the statistical analysis performed in 1/1 Octave or 1/3 Octave analysis;
• the results of the statistical analysis performed in 1/1 Octave or 1/3 Octave analysis;
• the header of the file from the logger;
• the data stored during the measurements in the logger’s file.
Notice: The detailed description of all types of file structures is given in the Appendix B.
<ENTER>
Main list; the File window opening
The File list contains the following items:

File Manager enables one to manage the files saved in the instrument’s or on external memory;
Setup Manager enables one to manage the Setup files;
Save Options enables one to set the options of the measurement result savings.
7.1 Saving files - Save and Save Next
There are two options for storing result data in the internal or external memory. One option is to press
<Save> push-button right after the measurement performance. Another option is to create <New File> in the
File Manager.
After pressing the <Save> push-button the Save Results window appears.
<Save>
Save Results window opening
There are two available functions: the Save Next – save a file with the name increased by one, and
Save – save a file with the edited name. These functions are choosing by means of the <3>, <4> push-
buttons.
<6> <4>
Save Results window; selection the Save Next or Save option
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The name of the file, in which the measurements results are to be saved, is displayed above the Save
or Save Next text. The default name for a file is displayed in the case of the first entering to this position
(after power on). The default name consists of the day and the month’s abbreviation. The name is a
combination of ASCII characters and cannot exceeds eight characters.
The user can skip the file’s name edition and start saving file pressing the <ENTER> push-button or
return to the File list pressing the <ESC> one.
To start file edition the user has to select the File name position and to press <3> or <4> push-
button. After that the special window with edition function is opening. The edition process is presented on the
Figure below.
<4>
Opening the File edition window
One can select the position of the character in the edited text using the <3>, <4> push-buttons. For
the current position the character can be changed, position can be deleted or inserted.
<4>
Selection of the character’s position to be edited
The available ASCII characters can be changed using the <5> (or <6>) push-button. The
subsequent digits, letters and other characters appear on the display in the inversely displayed position after
each pressing of the mentioned above push-buttons.
<5>
Changing the edited character
One can delete or insert the position in the edited text using the <3>, <4> push-buttons, pressed
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<Alt/4>
Position insertion, deletion
The edited name is accepted and the instrument returns to the Save Results window after pressing
the <ENTER> push-button. The second pressing of the <ENTER> push-button saves the file in the working
directory. The special warning is displayed in the case the file with the edited name already exists in the
memory. The instrument waits then for a reaction of the user (any push-button should be pressed except the
<Shift> or the <Alt> one).
<Save>
a) <ENTER>
b) <ENTER>
<ENTER>
Displays during the attempt of saving the results with the use of Save function when file with the chosen name is
the new one a) or already exists in the assigned catalogue
All changes introduced to the file name during the edition are ignored after pressing the <ESC> push-
button and the instrument returns to the File list.
The simplified edition consists in the addition at the end of the file name the natural number. The
increase by one of the number is made automatically. After the execution of the saving operation the new file
name is displayed and the instrument waits then for a reaction of the user (any push-button should be
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pressed except the <Shift> or the <Alt> one). In the next attempt of saving data, the new name is displayed
in the File Name line and that name is increased by one during the saving operation.
<ENTER>
Displays in the simplified edition of the file name and the execution of the saving operation
The number can be changed from 0 to N. The only limitation of the N value is the length of the file
name, which cannot be longer than eight characters. In the case, when such limitation is achieved and the
instrument can not change automatically the file’s name the only possibility is to edit new file name.
Notice: The files can be overwritten (the use of the same file name) without any warning
if the Replace option is switched on (path: <Menu> / File / Save Options / Replace).
The instrument attempts to save a file after pressing the <ENTER> push-button. The saving is not
possible in the case when the instrument is measuring the signal. The message “Measurement in progress!”
is displayed for about 3 seconds.
The presented below message is displayed after trying to execute the save operation in the case
when no measurements were performed and there are no results to be saved. The instrument then waits for
the reaction of the user (any push-button should be pressed except the <Shift> or the <Alt> one) and after
pressing a push-button it returns to the Save window.
Display after the Save operation when there were no results for storing
Notice: During the execution of the Save or Save Next function an additional window
is displayed informing about the operation performed. In the case of short files, this window can
be unnoticed by the user.
The presented below display illustrates the situation when during the name edition process the user
selected the name, which was used before.
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Display after the Save operation when file name already exists
Notice: The direct access to the Save / Save Next function is possible after pressing
simultaneously the <ENTER> and <Alt> push-buttons if the Direct Save option is switched off (path:
<Menu> / File / Save Options / Direct Save). In another case, (Direct Save option is switched on) the results
are saved, after pressing these push-buttons, in the file with the automatically incremented name.
Notice: After the usage of the <ENTER> and <Alt> push-buttons (if the Direct Save option is
switched on) the measurement results are saved only once. The following pressing will not cause any
instrument’s reaction unless next measurement is performed. The same result can be saved in the multiply
number of files only using the Save / Save Next function.
7.2 Managing the files saved in the internal and external memory – File Manager
The File Manager is used for checking the contents of the memory and make operation on result and
logger files such as: open, delete, copy, move, rename, create new files or catalogues and display file and
catalogue information.
<ENTER>
File Manager window opening
In the File Manager window the list of files, catalogues and memory devices is presented. Files are
stored in catalogues, which are organised hierarchically. Catalogues names are of capital letters and have
no extensions. It is possible to jump through positions in the list by means of the <5>, <6> push-buttons.
By pressing the <ENTER> push-button the window with the list of available operations is opening for marked
(highlighted) position. The window with list of operations is closed and the instrument returns to the
File Manager list after pressing the <ESC> push-button.
When SD Card or USB Disk is selected the first two positions <New Directory> and <New File> can
be used to create new elements. When Internal memory is selected the only <New File> position is
available.
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<ENTER> <ESC>
List of operations for the directory
<6> <ENTER>
List of operations for the file
<ENTER>
List of operations for the Internal instrument memory
When the memory or catalogue is marked (highlighted) then right arrow appears at right side of the
line. After pressing the <4> push-button the marked memory or catalogue is opening. The File Manager
window is closed and the instrument returns to the File list after pressing the <ESC> push-button.
<4> <ESC>
Catalogue opening and returning to the File window
To return to the upper catalogue the user has to press the <3> push-button.
<3> <3>
Returning to the upper catalogues
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The upper (highest) catalogue contains the names and icons of memories available for files: SD Card,
USB Disk and Internal. The description of the memory is presented below the memories list: Disk Name,
Free memory and Capacity (total memory space).
<6> <6>
Selection of the memory
In the File Manager window files are described by file name with extension (SVN or WAV) as well as
additional icon and measurement abbreviation (SLM, S:1/1 etc.). The names in which the first character is @
are coming from the Auto Save function. Below the table with the description of icons is presented.
Catalogue icon
Logger file icon
Wave file icon
Result file icon
Setup file icon
New file or catalogue
Examples of file lists
7.2.1 Setting the directory for saving files – Set Working Directory
It is possible to assign the catalogue for automatic saving logger files and result files. In order to do
this one should choose the required catalogue and press the <ENTER> push-button. After opening the list of
operations one should press the <ENTER> push-button and Set Working Directory operation will be
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performed. The new catalogue name will appear at the bottom line of the display. Starting from this moment
all files will be saved in this catalogue.
<ENTER> <ENTER>
Setting the new working catalogue for saving files
7.2.2 Creating new catalogue and new file
It is possible to create new catalogue in the file system on SD Card or USB Disk. In order to do this
one should enter the catalogue in which the new one will be created and press the <ENTER> push-button at
the <New Directory> position. The proposition of new catalogue name will appear at the bottom line of the
display. If there already exists a directory with such name the warning message will appear. In other case
this operation will be performed.
<ENTER> <ENTER>
or
Creating the new catalogue
There is another than pressing the <Save> push-button way of saving results as a file in the internal
or external memory. This can be done in the File Manager window by creating new file in the file system. In
order to this one should enter the catalogue in which the new file will be created and press the <ENTER>
push-button at the <New File> position.
<ENTER> <ENTER>
Creating the new file
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If there already exists a file with such name the warning message will appear.
<ENTER> <ENTER>
Attempt to create the new file with existing name
7.2.3 Deleting all files from Internal memory – Delete All
It is possible to delete all result and/or setup files from the Internal instrument's memory. In order to
do this one should select the Internal memory and press the <ENTER> push-button. After opening the list of
operations one should select with the <5>, <6> push-buttons the Delete All position and press the
<ENTER> push-button again. The Delete All window with the list of file types will be opened.
<ENTER> <ENTER>
Delete All window for Internal memory
To delete files the user shall mark the desired file type then press the <ENTER> push-button.
<4> <ENTER>
<ENTER>
Result Files deleting
It is possible to delete all files from the SD Card and USB Disk memory. In order to do this one should
select the SD Card or USB Disk memory and press the <ENTER> push-button. In the operation list one
should select the Delete All position and press the <ENTER> push-button again, then confirm the operation.
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<ENTER> <ENTER>
Delete All window for SD Card and USB Disk memory
7.2.4 Defragmentation of the internal memory – Defragmentation
The Defragmentation is used to make the Internal memory continuous. All new files are saved
starting from the beginning of the free memory space. The memory occupied by the deleted file, assuming
that the file was not the last one, remains unused for the next files saving. After the removing a file the files
memory becomes discontinuous, with unused parts, which cannot be utilized in the future.
The situation changes after the process called defragmentation. During this process, the files saved in
the files memory are moved in order to obtain the continuous occupied space.
<ENTER>
Defragmentation operation selection

After pressing the <ENTER> push-button on the active Yes option, the instrument checks whether the
used result and Setup files memory is continuous or not. If this memory is continuous, the Defragmentation
operation is not executed and the special message is displayed. The instrument waits for the reaction of the
user (any push-button should be pressed except the <Shift> and <Alt> one) and after pressing a push-
button it returns to the Defragmentation sub-list.
Message in the case when the execution of the Defragmentation operation is unnecessary
If there are conditions to execute the Defragmentation operation the current progress of
defragmentation is shown on the display. After the successful defragmentation, the special message is
displayed and the instrument waits for the reaction of the user. Any push-button should be then pressed
except the <Shift> and <Alt> one. After pressing a push-button, the instrument returns to the
Defragmentation sub-list.
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Execution of the Defragmentation operation
7.2.5 Opening file/catalogue – Open
It is possible to open file or catalogue from the file/catalogue list. In order to do this one should select
the file/catalogue and press the <ENTER> push-button. After opening the list of operations one should select
with the <5>, <6> push-buttons the Open position and press the <ENTER> push-button again. The effect
of such operation for the catalogue is the same as opening the catalogue by means of the <4> push-button.
<ENTER> <ENTER>
Opening the catalogue
Opening the measurement file means that the measurement results saved in this file will be loaded to
the instrument's operation memory. The results are loading together with all settings, so if the user press
<Start/Stop> push-button the instrument will continue the measurement with the loaded Setup. The
settings, loaded together with the measurement results are not saved in the device EPROM memory and are
erased after device switching off.
<ENTER> <ENTER>
<ESC> … <Alt /5>
Loading the measurement file and return to the measurement screen with results saved in this file
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7.2.6 Copying file/catalogue – Copy
It is possible to copy file or catalogue from the file/catalogue list in one memory type to another or from
one catalogue of external memory to another catalogue same memory. It is not possible to copy logger files
to the Internal memory since this type of memory do not accept such files.
In order to do this operation one should select the file/catalogue and press the <ENTER> push-button.
After opening the list of operations one should select with the <5>, <6> push-buttons the Copy position
and press the <ENTER> push-button again. The instrument then will propose to choose the target catalogue
for copying. After selection of the target catalogue the user should press the <ENTER> push-button. The
window with two options will appear: Copy Here and Rename.
<ENTER> <ENTER>
<6> <ENTER> <ENTER>
<ENTER>
Copying the file to the Internal memory
7.2.7 Moving file/catalogue – Move
It is possible to move file or catalogue from the file/catalogue list in one memory type to another or
from one catalogue of external memory to another catalogue same memory. . It is not possible to move
logger files to the Internal memory since this type of memory do not accept such files.
In order to do this operation one should select the file/catalogue and press the <ENTER> push-button.
After opening the list of operations one should select with the <5>, <6> push-buttons the Move position
and press the <ENTER> push-button again. The instrument then will propose to choose the target catalogue
for copying. After selection of the target catalogue the user should press the <ENTER> push-button. The
window with two options will appear: Move Here and Rename.
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<ENTER> <ENTER>
<5> <ENTER> <ENTER>
<ENTER> <4> <4> <4>
<ENTER>
Moving the file from the Internal memory to SD Card
7.2.8 Renaming file/catalogue – Rename
It is possible to rename file or catalogue. In order to do this one should select the file/catalogue and
press the <ENTER> push-button. After opening the list of operations one should select with the <5>, <6>
push-buttons the Move position and press the <ENTER> push-button again. The window with text editor
function will appear. After edition of the file/catalogue name one should press <ENTER> push-button to
confirm the changes.
<ENTER> <ENTER>
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<5> <ENTER>
<ENTER>
Renaming the catalogue
7.2.9 Information about file/catalogue – Info
It is possible to get information about file or catalogue. In order to do this one should select the
file/catalogue and press the <ENTER> push-button. After opening the list of operations one should select
with the <5>, <6> push-buttons the Info position and press the <ENTER> push-button again. The
instrument then will display the information about selected file/catalogue.
<ENTER> <ENTER>
Information about logger file
<ENTER> <ENTER>
Information about result file
<ENTER> <ENTER>
Information about catalogue
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7.2.10 Deleting file/catalogue – Delete
It is possible to delete file or catalogue from the file/catalogue list. In order to do this one should select
the file/catalogue and press the <ENTER> push-button. After opening the list of operations one should select
with the <5>, <6> push-buttons the Delete position and press the <ENTER> push-button again.
<ENTER> <ENTER>
<ENTER> <ENTER>
Deleting the file
<ENTER> …
Deleting the catalogue
7.3 Managing the setup files – Setup Manager
The Setup Manager is used for checking the contents of the memory and make operation on Setup
files such as: open, delete, copy, move, rename files, create new files and display file information.
<ENTER>
File list; Save Setup window opening
In the Setup Manager window only setup files are displayed. Setup files have extension SVN and
icon attribute .
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7.3.1 Saving the setup files
To store the setup data as a file in the internal or external memory one should open the
Setup Manager window and push the <ENTER> push-button on the <New File> position. There are two
options to open the Setup Manager window. One option is to press <S/P> push-button when the
measurement is not performed. Another option is to open the Setup Manager position from File menu.
<S/P>
Setup Manager window opening by means of <S/P> push-button
<ENTER>
Setup Manager window opening from File menu
In order to save the setup file one should enter the catalogue in which the new file will be created and
press the <ENTER> push-button at the <New File> position. Save Setup window is opening then.
There are two available functions: the Save Next – save a setup file with the name increased by one,
and Save – save a setup file with the edited name. These functions are available after pressing the <3>,
<4> push-buttons.
<6> <4>
Save Setup window; save option selection
The editable name of the file, in which the setup settings are to be saved, is displayed in the
File Name position. The default name for a setup file is displayed in the case of the first entering to this
position (after power on). The default file name for Setup settings is SETUP.
To edit the file name the user has to press the <4> push-button. The text edition window is opening.
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<4>
Display during the selection of the character’s position to be edited
The edited name is accepted and the file is saved after pressing the <ENTER> push-button. The
special warning is displayed in the case the file with the edited name already exists in the memory. The
instrument waits then for a reaction of the user (any push-button should be pressed except the <Shift> or
the <Alt> one).
<ENTER>
Setup file saving
All changes introduced to the file name during the edition are ignored after pressing the <ESC> push-
button and the instrument returns to the File list.
The simplified edition consists in the addition at the end of the file name the natural number. The
increase by one of the number is made automatically. After the saving operation execution the new setup file
name is displayed and the instrument waits then for a reaction of the user (any push-button should be
pressed except the <Shift> or the <Alt> one). In the next attempt of saving data, the new name is displayed
in the File Name line and that name is increased by one during the saving operation.
<ENTER> ...
<ENTER>
Displays in the simplified edition of the Setup file name and saving operation execution
The number can be changed from 1 to N. The only limitation of the N value is the length of the file
name, which cannot be longer than 8 characters. In the case when such limitation is achieved and the
instrument can not change automatically the file’s name the only possibility is to edit new base file name.
The instrument attempts to save a file after pressing the <ENTER> push-button. The saving is not
possible in the case when the instrument is measuring the signal. The special message is displayed for
about 3 seconds in this case and the instrument returns to the Save Setup window.
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It is not possible to store the data in the file, which already exists, when the Replace is not active (⌧)
(path: Menu / File / Save Options / Replace).
7.3.2 Operations on the setup files
The Setup Manager enables one to perform operations on the setup files the same way as it was
described above for the File Manager position. To perform any of operation like: Open, Copy, Move,
Rename, Info and Delete one should choose the file for which this operation will be applied and press the
<Enter> push-button. After that the list of operations opening and one should select with the <5>, <6>
push-buttons the necessary position and press the <ENTER> push-button again.
<ENTER>
Setup file operations list opening
Opening the setup file means that the settings saved in this file will be loaded to the instrument's
operation memory. So if the user press <Start/Stop> push-button the instrument will start the measurement
with the loaded settings.
<ENTER> <ENTER>
Displays after the execution of the Open setup operation
To get information about the setup file one should for selected file press the <ENTER> push-button on
the Info position in the file operations list. . After opening the list of operations one should select with the
<5>, <6> push-buttons the Info position and press the <ENTER> push-button again.
<ENTER> <ENTER>
Displays after the execution of the setup Info operation
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7.4 Controlling the data storing in the instrument’s memory - Save Options
The Save Options sub-list is used for the selection of the options of data storing in the instrument's
files.
<ENTER>
Save Options window opening for Sound and Vibration modes
It is possible to write data into the same part of the memory starting all the time with the same address
(RAM File), to replace the existing in the memory file by the new with the same name (Replace), to add to
the results the statistics of the measurements (Save Statistics), to save automatically the results of the
measurements (Auto Save), to save the results with the automatically incremented name (Direct Save), to
save the maximal values of the spectrum (Save Max Spectrum) and to save the minimal values of the
spectrum (Save Min Spectrum). The position of the sub-list is changed after pressing the <5>, <6> push-
buttons. In order to confirm the selection the <ENTER> push-button has to be pressed. Such pressing
closes also the opened sub-list.
7.4.1 Saving data starting from the same address - RAM File
The measurement data usually are saved in the different files in the flash memory of the instrument.
There is also possibility to save data in RAM file starting from the same address. It means that each time the
data are saved the previous file is overwritten. This option is useful for the permanent monitoring and remote
reading data from the instrument by means of any available interface with the proper period. In order to read
data saved in a RAM file one has to use #4,3 function described in details in App. A.
The RAM File is switched on after placing the special character ( ) in the inversely displayed position
in the line with the RAM File text. The activation or deactivation of the RAM File is done by pressing the
<3>, <4> push-buttons.
<4>
Save Options sub-list; RAM File function activation
The RAM File functionality is available only in the Level Meter, 1/1 Octave and 1/3 Octave mode.
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7.4.2 Replacement of the existing files by the new ones – Replace
This option is used in remote mode and for the files created by with the use of Auto Save function.
The result of the attempt to save the file with the name, which already exists in the memory, depends on the
setting of the Replace. It is possible to erase the old file and to save the new one with the same name if the
position is active ( ). The activation or deactivation of the Replace is done by pressing the <3>, <4>
push-buttons.
<4>
Save Options sub-list; Replace function activation
The message is displayed that such operation is not available in the case when this position is not
active (⌧) – cf. the description of the Save. In the other case, the existing file is overwritten.
Displays during the file saving when the Replace is switched off and on
7.4.3 Controlling the measurement statistics savings - Save Statistics
The Save Statistics is used to set self saving, together with the measurement results, the statistics of
the measurements ( ) or to switch off (⌧) this possibility. Together with the measurements 100-class
statistics are calculated (the values named from L01 to L99). The activation or deactivation of the
Save Statistics is done by pressing the <3>, <4> push-buttons.
Notice: This position was created to save the memory of the instrument in the case when the
knowledge of the statistics is not necessary. Each registration of the statistics requires 600 bytes of the
memory! Ten selected statistic levels are always saved with the main results.
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<4>
Save Options sub-list; Save Statistics function activation
7.4.4 Controlling the measurement results savings - Auto Save
Using the Auto Save one can set the self-saving of the measurement results ( ) or to switch off (⌧)
this possibility. The activation or deactivation of the Auto Save is done by pressing the <3>, <4> push-
buttons. This position was also established in order not to waist too much memory of the instruments when
the self-saving is not necessary.
<4>
Save Options sub-list; Auto Save function activation
Notice: The Auto Save function can be performed only in the case when the
Integration Period (path: <Menu> / Measurement / General Settings) is not less than 10 seconds. If it is
less than 10 seconds, the measurement results are not saved without any indication of that fact! There is
only one exception - when the Repetition Cycles (path: <Menu> / Measurement / General Settings) is equal
to one, the Auto Save function is executed disregarding the value of the integration period.
The File Name position appears after switching on the Auto Save function.
When the integration period is too short for switching on the Auto Save option the following message
appears on the display:
Display after attempt of switching on Auto Save option with too short Integration Period
To edit the file name the user has to press the <4> push-button. The text edition window is opening.
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<4>
Edition of the auto save file name
<ENTER> <ENTER>
Displays when the integration period is too small to activate Auto Save option
When the Auto Save option is active ( ), after starting the measurements by pressing the
<Start/Stop> push-button the results are saved in the file with the selected name.
Another measurement is started after next pressing of the <Start/Stop> push-button. The
measurement is stopped after the selected Integration Period (path: <Menu> / Measurement /
General Settings / Integration Period). The names of the next saved files are automatically incremented by
one. The same remarks are valid in this case as it was already stated in the description of the Save Next
function.
7.4.5 Direct access to the Save / Save Next function - Direct Save
The Direct Save enables one to select the instrument’s reaction on the simultaneous pressing of the
<ENTER> and <Alt> push-buttons. If this option is not active (⌧), after pressing these push-buttons the
Save window is accessed (if the measurements are not performed).
If the option is active ( ), after pressing the <ENTER> and <Alt> push-buttons the results are saved
in the file with the automatically incremented name.
<4>
Save Options sub-list; Direct Save function selection
Press the <ENTER> and <Alt> push-buttons during the execution of the measurements causes,
disregarding the option set in the Direct Save, that the message “Measurement in Progress” is displayed.
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7.4.6 Saving maximum values in the spectrum - Save Max Spectrum
The Save Max Spectrum enables the user to save the highest values of the Instantaneous spectra
(calculated with 100-milliseconds time step) in 1/1 Octave or 1/3 Octave analysis, which occurred during the
Integration Period, set in the Measurement list (path: <Menu> / Measurement / General Settings /
Integration Period).
<4>
Save Options sub-list; Save Max Spectrum function selection
To see the Max values on the display during the real time 1/1 Octave or 1/3 Octave analysis
measurement the user has to activate the option in the Display list (path: <Menu> / Display / Spectrum View
/ Max and path: <Menu> / Display / Display Modes / Spectrum: ).
7.4.7 Saving the lowest values in the spectrum - Save Min Spectrum
The Save Min Spectrum enables the user to save the lowest values of the Instantaneous spectra
(calculated with 100-milliseconds time step) in 1/1 Octave or 1/3 Octave analysis, which occurred during the
Integration Period, set in the Measurement list (path: <Menu> / Measurement / General Settings /
Integration Period).
<4>
Save Options sub-list; Save Min Spectrum function activation
To see the Min values on the display during the real time 1/1 Octave or 1/3 Octave analysis
measurement the user has to activate the option in the Display list (path: <Menu> / Display / Spectrum View
/ Min and path: <Menu> / Display / Display Modes / Spectrum: ).
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8. SETTINGS OF THE INSTRUMENT PARAMETERS – Instrument
The Instrument list contains different sub-lists and positions, which are directly related with the
settings of the hardware components of the instrument. In order to open the Instrument list the user has to:
• press the <Menu> push-button,
• select from the main list, using the <5>, <6> push-buttons, the Instrument text,
• press the <ENTER> push-button.
<ENTER> <Shift/6>
Opening the Instrument position Instrument list
In the Instrument list, the following items are available:
Battery it enables the user to get information about current power source.
Bluetooth it enables the user to configure the Bluetooth.
Communication Ports it enables the user to select the active port of the instrument.
GPS it enables the user to select the time zone and switch on/off the time
synchronization.
IEPE Current it enables the user to choose the current IEPE supply.
Keyboard Settings it enables the user to set the operating mode of the <Shift> and the
<Start/Stop> push-buttons.
Modem Status it enables the user to check the status of the modem (position became active
when the GPRS function is switched on).
Multifunction I/O it enables the user to select the available functionality of the I/O port.
Polarisation Voltage it enables the user to choose polarisation voltage of the instrument's
microphone.
Remote Control Mode it enables the user to configure the Remote Control mode.
RS232 it enables the user to set the transmission speed and the timeout in the
RS232 interface.
RTC it enables the user to set the Real Time Clock.
Self Vibration it enables the user to check the vibration of the instrument.
Wireless Transfer it enables the user to select the type of remote communication and packet
size for data transmission.
Unit Label it enables the user to check the type of the instrument, its serial number, the
current software versions installed in it and the standards, which the
instrument fulfils.
8.1. Checking the state of the internal battery – Battery
The Battery enables the user to check the internal battery condition.
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<ENTER>
Instrument list; the Battery window opening
The instrument can be powered from the external power supplier, from the external battery pack, from
four AA rechargeable or standard batteries or from the USB interface when its USB Device socket is
connected by means of the cable to a PC. The view presented on the display for each of three kinds of
powering sources is different. The current battery voltage is displayed together with its approximate state (in
the graphical form).
Battery windows for different sources powering the instrument
When the instrument is powered from the elements then the user should select their type. It is
essential for the right detection of the element’s capacity. Two types are available: Alkaline and
Rechargeable.
Battery windows; Type parameter selection
8.2. Bluetooth activation – Bluetooth
The Bluetooth enables the user to key in the authorisation code to pair PC and the instrument.
<ENTER>
Instrument list; the Bluetooth window opening
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If the Visible parameter is switched on then during the searching the Bluetooth unit by the PC the
instrument will be visible and there will be possible to pair the instrument and the PC. The instrument can
communicate with the PC also with not active Visible parameter.
If Transf. on stop only is switched on then the Bluetooth function is switched off in the instrument
during the measurement. Active Bluetooth may be a source of additional internal noise.
8.3. Selection of the active port - Communication Ports
The Communication Ports enables the user to select the active communication port of the
instrument.
<ENTER>
Instrument list; the Communication Ports window opening
It is possible to select next combinations:

− USB Host / Bluetooth / GPS Device Port,
− RS232 / GPS Device Port,
− GPS Host Port / Bluetooth.
<4> <6> <4>
<6> <4>
Communication Ports window; ports selection
The socket USB Host can be used to serve as the input of the different interfaces: RS 232 or USB.
The RS 232 interface in the SVAN 97x instrument is available as a hardware option (a special interface,
named as the SV 55, with a dedicated microprocessor has to be attached to the socket USB Host).
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Notice: The converter SV 55 serves as the RS 232 interface. The SV 55 connection

to the USB Host socket is detected and after successful detection the RS232 icon changes its colour to blue
one. The transmission using the SV 55 is possible only in the case when the instrument is not connected
to a PC with the USB Device port.
The USB host interface can be used to control the external USB memory disk with the FAT16 or
FAT32 file systems. After USB disc connection the user shall switch on the USB Host position.
The USB disk can be disconnected when the measurements are not performed or working directory
was set up to Internal memory or SD card.
In the USB disk that is divided into partitions its first partition has to serve FAT32 or FAT16 file system.
Only short name file (up to 8 characters, similar to DOS system) is implemented. The existing longer names
are shortened.
Notice: The disconnection of the USB disk during the data transmission can cause the lost
of data saved in the USB disk as well as in the instrument’s internal flash.
8.4. Setting the external power parameters - External Power
The External Power position appears only when the instrument is connected to the external power
source (SA15) and enables the user to select the minimum voltage of the external source, when the
instrument should be switched off automatically.
In order to enter the window the user has to select the External Power text in the Instrument list,
using the <5>, <6> push-buttons and press <ENTER>.
<ENTER>
Instrument list, the External Power window opening
<4>
External Power window; Power Off switching on
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<4> <Shift/4>
External Power window; Limit value set up
8.5. Setting the GPS parameters – GPS
The GPS enables the user to select the time zone and switch on/off the time synchronization.
<ENTER>
Instrument list, the GPS window opening
The Time Zone selection is made by means of the <3>, <4> push-buttons.
<4>
IEPE Current windows; the Time Zone selection
The GPS Synchronization is switch on or off by means of the <3>, <4> push-buttons.
<4>
IEPE Current windows; the GPS Synchronization switching on
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8.6. Selection of the current IEPE supply - IEPE Current
The IEPE Current enables the user to choose current IEPE supply.
<ENTER>
Instrument list, the IEPE Current window opening
Except IEPE Off two options are available: 1.5 mA and 4.5 mA
<3>
IEPE Current windows; the IEPE off selection
8.7. Selection of keyboard modes – Keyboard Settings
The Keyboard Settings enables the user to programme the operation mode of the <Shift>, <Alt>
and <Start/Stop> push-buttons and switch on and off backlight and sound options.
<ENTER>
Instrument list, the Keyboard Settings window opening
<Shift> / <Alt> push-button working mode selection - Shift/Alt
In the Shift/Alt position the user can choose between 2nd Fun. and Direct. When the Direct option is
selected, the <Shift> and <Alt> push-buttons operates as in the keyboard of a computer – in order to
achieve the desired result, the second push-button has to be pressed in conjunction with the <Shift>/<Alt>
one. When the 2nd Fun. option is selected the <Shift>/<Alt> push-button operates in the sequence with the
other one.
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<4>
Keyboard Settings windows; the available Shift/Alt settings
<Start/Stop> push-button working mode selection - Start/Stop
In the Start/Stop position the user can choose between Direct and With Shift. When the Direct
option is selected the instrument reacts on each of the <Start/Stop> push-button pressing, starting or
stopping the measurements.
When the With Shift option is selected the <Start/Stop> push-button operates in conjunction or in a
sequence with the <Shift> one. The measurements are started or stopped after pressing both push-buttons.
<4>
Keyboard Settings windows; the available Start/Stop settings
Backlight mode selection – Backlight
In the Backlight position the user can switch on or off keyboard backlight.
<4>
Keyboard Settings windows; the Backlight settings
Sound mode selection – Push Key Sound
In the Push Key Sound position the user can switch on or off keyboard sound.
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<4>
Keyboard Settings windows; the Push Key Sound settings
During the measurement key sound is not active even if it was switched on in the Keyboard Settings
window.
8.8. Checking the modem status – Modem Status
The Modem Status position is active only when the GPRS function is switched on (path: <Menu> /
Instrument / Wireless Transfer / Network / GPRS: on). It enables the user to check the status of the modem.
<ENTER>
Instrument list; the Modem Status window opening
8.9. Setting parameters of the I/O port - Multifunction I/O
The Multifunction I/O enables the user to select the available functionality of the I/O port.
<ENTER>
Instrument list, the Multifunction I/O window opening
Mode selection of the I/O port – I/O Mode
In the I/O Mode, it is possible to select the function of the instrument’s socket named as I/O. This
socket can be used as
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• the output of the analogue signal (Analog Out) transmitted from the input of the instrument
to its output without any digital processing (i.e. filtering),
• the input of the digital signal used as an external trigger to start the measurements (Digital In)
in the “slave” instrument,
• the digital output (Digital Out) used for triggering other “slave” instrument from the “master” one,
• the source of any alarm signal in the case of certain circumstances occurred during the measurements
(i.e. the level of the input signal was higher than selected one).
The more detailed description of the I/O is given in App. C.
<4> <4>
Multifunction I/O windows; the I/O Mode selection
Slope parameter selection for the Digital In mode (Trigger function) – Slope
In the case of Digital In selection the signal appearing on the I/O socket will be treated as the external
trigger if the External is chosen (path: <Menu> / Measurement / Trigger / Measure Trigger / Trigger /
External). For Digital In mode the only Ext.Trigger value is available for the parameter Function. It is
possible to set up Slope as positive [+] or negative [-] by means of <3>, <4> push-buttons.
<4>
Multifunction I/O windows; the Slope parameter selection for Digital In option
Digital output function selection of the I/O socket – Function
In the Function position, it is possible to set the function of the digital output of the I/O instrument’s
socket. The socket can be used as the source of the trigger pulse (Trig. Pulse) which starts the
measurement in another “slave” instrument linked to the “master” one or the alarm signal which appears
there after fulfilling certain measurement conditions (Alarm Pulse).
<4>
Multifunction I/O windows; the Function selection
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Polarisation selection of the digital output signal – Polarisation
In the Polarisation position, it is possible to select which polarisation of the signal (negative or
positive) will be valid.
<4>
Multifunction I/O windows; the Polarisation selection
Active level selection of the digital output signal - Active Level
In the Active Level position, it is possible to select which level of the signal should be treated as a
valid one (“negative” or “positive” logic): Low or High.
<4>
Multifunction I/O windows; the Active Level selection
Source signal selection for the alarm pulse generation – Source
In the Source position, it is possible to select the measurement result which level should be checked.
If the measured result level is greater than selected alarm level – the instrument will generate alarm signal
on the I/O socket. The measurement results from the first profile: PEAK(1), SPL(1), Max(1) or LEQ(1) can
be used for the purpose described above.
<4>
Multifunction I/O windows; the Source selection
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Selection of the alarm source type – Source Type
In the Source Type position, it is possible to select the type of alarm source. Available types are:
Current and Periodic.
<4>
Multifunction I/O windows; the Source Type selection
Alarm level selection on the digital output of I/O - Alarm Level
In the Alarm Level, it is possible to set the level of the result to be monitored during the
measurements. If the result is greater than the one set in this line, the instrument will generate the alarm
signal in the selected logic. The available levels are within the range [30.0 dB, 140 dB].
The Alarm Level current value decreasing / increasing by 0.1 dB is possible by means of the <3> /
<4> push-buttons. The step can be decreased / increased up to 1 dB after pressing simultaneously the
<3> / <4> push-buttons with the <Shift> one.
<4> <Shift /4>

Multifunction I/O windows; the Alarm Level setting
Switch on or off the SMS message in case of alarm – Send SMS
When the alarm is generated during measurement it is possible to send SMS message to the phone
number, defined in SMS Option window (path: <Menu> / Instrument / Wireless Transfer / SMS Options).
The position is switch on ( ) or off (⌧) by means of the <3>, <4> push-buttons.
<4>
Multifunction I/O windows; the Send SMS option setting
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Switch on or off the E-mail message in case of alarm – Send E-Mail
When the alarm is generated during measurement it is possible to send E-mail message to the
address, defined in E-mail Settings window (path: <Menu> / Instrument / Wireless Transfer /
E-mail Settings). The position is switch on ( ) or off (⌧) by means of the <3>, <4> push-buttons.
<4>
Multifunction I/O windows; the Send E-Mail option setting
8.10. Setting the microphone polarisation voltage – Polarisation Voltage
The Polarisation Voltage enables the user to choose polarisation voltage of the instrument's
microphone.
<ENTER>
Instrument list; the Polarisation Voltage window opening
Two options are available: 0V and 200V. The selection is made by marking the required position by
means of the <3>, <4> push-buttons.
<6> <4>
Polarisation Voltage selection
8.11. Remote control mode configuration – Remote Control Mode
The Remote Control Mode enables the user to activate Remote Control mode in which messages
that require manual action from the user will stop being shown after 5 seconds. This mode is helpful when
the instrument is configured for remote monitoring during which there is usually no one present to control the
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instrument manually. By enabling Remote Control mode, the instrument's normal operations will not be
interrupted by the displaying messages.
<ENTER>
Instrument list; the Remote Control Mode window opening
8.12. Setting the parameters of the serial interface - RS232
The RS232 enables the user to programme the RS 232 interface transmission speed (Baud Rate)
and to set the time limit before which the interface operation should be performed (Time Out).
<ENTER>
Instrument list, the RS232 window opening
Setting the transmission speed of the serial interface - Baud Rate
The RS 232 interface transmission (Baud Rate) speed can be selected from the following available
values: 1200 (bits / second), 2400 (bits / s), 4800 (bits / s), 9600 (bits / s), 19200 (bits / s), 38000 (bits / s),
57600 (bits / s) or 115200 (bits / s). The selection is made by means of the <3>, <4> push-buttons.
The other RS 232 transmission parameters are fixed to 8 bits for data, No parity & 1 Stop bit.
<3>
RS232 windows; the possible settings of the Baud Rate
Setting time limit for the performance of serial interface operation - Time Out
The default value of the parameter Time Out is equal to one but it can be too short period for the
printers, which are not too fast. In such case, the Time Out parameter has to be increased.
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<4> < Shift/4>
RS232 window; the setting of the Time Out with 1 and 10-seconds step
8.13. Programming the instrument’s internal Real Time Clock – RTC
The RTC enables one to programme the internal Real Time Clock. This clock is displayed in the
different places depending on the selected presentation mode.
<ENTER>
Instrument list, the RTC window opening
The required hour, minute and second can be selected in a special window, which is opening by
means of <3>, <4> push-buttons.
In order to set hours, minutes or seconds one has to enter its position pressing the <3>, <4> push
button and then select the proper value by means of the <5>, <6> push-buttons and then to press the
<ENTER> push-button.
<4>
RTC windows with the Time parameter setting
The required date can be selected in a special window, which is opening after pressing the <3>, <4>
push-buttons when the Start Day text is displayed inversely in the Timer sub-list.
In order to set data one has to select its position by means of the <3> , <4> and <5>, <6> push
button and then press the <ENTER> push-button.
<4>
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RTC windows with the Date parameter setting
Notice: The new value of a parameter is confirmed after each pressing of the <3> or <4>
push-buttons (new value is selected without any confirmation from the <ENTER> push-button).
The window is closed and the instrument returns to the Instrument list after pressing the <ENTER> or
<ESC> push-button.
8.14. Checking the instrument's vibration – Self Vibration
The Self Vibration enables the user to check the vibration of the instrument.
<ENTER>
Instrument list; the Self Vibration window opening
8.15. Parameters of remote communication - Wireless Transfer
The Wireless Transfer enables the user to select the network, type and packet size of the packet
communication.
<ENTER>
Instrument list, the Wireless Transfer window opening
8.15.1. Selection of the network type – Network
It is possible to select one of tree options: Off, GPRS and Modbus.
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<ENTER>
Wireless Transfer list, the Network window opening
<6> <4>
Wireless Transfer windows; the Type selection
Depending on the settings in the Network list the Wireless Transfer screen has different set of
positions.
If Off parameter was selected the Network window has two positions: Network and Data Transfer.
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Wireless Transfer window when Off selected in the Network window
If GPRS parameter was selected the Wireless Transfer window has six positions: Network,
Data Transfer, Modem, Modem Connection, SMS Options and E-mail Settings. Communication
between modem and SVAN instruments is described in Appendix J.
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Wireless Transfer window when GPRS selected in the Network window
If Modbus parameter was selected the Wireless Transfer window has three positions: Network,
Data Transfer and Modbus. Modbus protocol and its implementation in SVAN instruments is described in
Appendix I.
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Wireless Transfer window when Modbus selected in the Network window
8.15.2. Selection of the data transfer type - Data Transfer
In this window the user can switch off or chose the data transfer type. The Type parameter enables
the user to select the type of the Wireless Transfer. Three options are available: Off, Continuous and
Packet.
<ENTER>
Wireless Transfer window; the Data Transfer selection
<4> <4>
Data Transfer windows; the Type selection
In the case of the Packet type it is possible to select the packet size in bits. The available options are
1024, 512, 256, 128 and 64.
<3>
Data Transfer windows; packet size selection
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8.15.3. Configuration of modem basic settings – Modem
The Modem window enables one to configure modem basic settings, such as modem type and
connection types.
<ENTER>
Wireless Transfer window; Modem position selection
The Modem window contains the following options:

• Internet Cfg – ticking this option makes that the device is set to configure automatically the modem.
When the device is turned off with this option set, it will attempt to configure the modem after next
turn on. More about this option is written in Appendix J (Configuration and Registration).
<4>
Modem windows; Internet Cfg option switching on
• Data Protocol – defines connection type for data exchange. Available types are TCP S (server
mode), TCP C (client mode) and UDP.
<4> <4>
Modem windows; Data Protocol selection
• Register Mode – ticking this option makes that the device instantly attempts to register the station
provided the modem is already configured. More about the registration is written in Appendix J
(Configuration and Registration). Depending on selected Data Protocol type the values of this
parameter are different. In case when Data Protocol type is TCP S the values of this parameter are:
Off, On (registration using Connection Request Packets), AS (periodic registration on Svantek
Server Address), SMT.AS (registration on Svantek Server Address – performed each time internet
connection is initialized by the modem). In case when Data Protocol type is TCP C the
Register Mode position is not appeared. In case when Data Protocol type is UDP the
Register Mode is limited to Off and On.
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<4> <4> <4>

Modem windows; Register Mode selection
• Sim Auth Mode – defines the way of user verification by SIM card. Depending on the SIM card,
several options are possible, some of them are recognized by the modem:
• none – no verification required.
• PAP
• CHAP
• MsChap – denotes MsChap in version 1.
<4>
Modem windows; Data Protocol selection
• Send SMS – ticking this option will configure SMS service by the modem.
<4>
Modem windows; Send SMS switching on
• Send E-Mail – ticking this option will configure e-mail service by the modem.
<4>
Modem windows; Auto Reconn. switching on
• Auto Reconnection – ticking this option will make the device attempt to reconnect the modem in the
case of errors or sudden disconnection. More about this option is written in Appendix J (Error
handling).
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<4>
Modem windows; Auto Reconnection switching on
• Reconnection Delay – time between each reconnection attempt.
<4>
Modem windows; Reconnection Delay time selection
• TCP IRT - initial timeout for TCP connections. In some cases, extending this timeout may be helpful
in case of slow connections, but default setting is recommended.
<4>
Modem windows; TCP IRT time selection
• TCP Max. Ret. - maximum reconnection attempts performed within a simple connection cycle. In
some cases, setting higher value may be helpful in case of slow connections, but default setting is
recommended.
<4>
Modem windows; TCP Max. Ret. selection
8.15.4. Setting of support modem options - Modem Connection
Modem Connection allows configuring several supporting options required to configure successfully
SIEMENS modem to establish internet connection.
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<ENTER>
Wireless Transfer window; Modem Connection position selection
The Modem Connection window contains the following options:

• Server Address – allows one to enter up to 32 characters of either IP or domain address, where the
registration data will be sent during the registration process (Data Protocol: TCP S or UDP) or to
which the modem will connect to (Data Protocol: TCP C). The edition is performing in the special
window with text editor function, which is opening after pressing the <3>, <4> push-buttons. More
about this option is written in Appendix J (Configuration and Registration).
<4>
Modem Connection window; Server Address entering
• Data Port – allows entering up to 5 characters of port number. This number denotes a port on which
a communication socket will be configured for data exchange between remote host and the station.
The edition is performing in the special window with text editor function, which is opening after
pressing the <3>, <4> push-buttons.
<4>
Modem Connection window; Data Port entering
• Registration Port – allows entering up to 5 characters of port number. This number denotes a port
on which a communication socket will be configured to transmit registration packet (Register Mode:
On) or exchange Http data (Register Mode: AS or SMT. AS). The edition is performing in the special
window with text editor function, which is opening after pressing the <3>, <4> push-buttons.
<4>
Modem Connection window; Registration Port entering
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• APN – allows entering up to 20 characters of APN name of the SIM card used with the modem. The
edition is performing in the special window with text editor function, which is opening after pressing
the <3>, <4> push-buttons.
<4>
Modem Connection window; APN entering
• APN User – allows entering up to 20 characters of user name used for verification by the SIM card
used with the modem. The edition is performing in the special window with text editor function, which
is opening after pressing the <3>, <4> push-buttons.
<4>
Modem Connection window; APN User name entering
• APN Password – allows entering up to 20 characters of password used for verification by the SIM
card used with the modem. The edition is performing in the special window with text editor function,
which is opening after pressing the <3>, <4> push-buttons.
<4>
Modem Connection window; APN Password entering
• DNS Server – allows one to enter up to 15 characters of IP address of DNS server used for
establishing connection with the internet. In the most cases, leaving the default value of “0.0.0.0” will
be sufficient, but some SIM cards may require a specific address to be entered. The edition is
performing in the special window with text editor function, which is opening after pressing the <3>,
<4> push-buttons.
<4>
Modem Connection window; DNS Server address entering
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8.15.5. Configuration of SMS service - SMS Option
SMS Options – allows one to configure SMS service used for alarm notification. For more information
about alarm notification see Appendix J (Alarm notification).
<ENTER>
Wireless Transfer window; SMS Options position selection
The SMS Options window contains the following options:

• Phone Number – allows one to enter up to 20 characters of phone number where the text
messages will be sent. The edition is performing in the special window with text editor function,
which is opening after pressing the <3>, <4> push-buttons.
<4>
SMS Options window; Phone Number entering
• Text Message – allows one to enter up to 20 characters of additional text, which will be appended
into a standard alarm message template. The edition is performing in the special window with text
editor function, which is opening after pressing the <3>, <4> push-buttons.
<4>
SMS Options window; Text Message entering
8.15.6. Configuration of e-mail service - E-mail Settings
E-mail Settings tab – allows one to configure e-mail service used for alarm notification. For more
information about alarm notification see Appendix J (Alarm notification).
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<ENTER>
Wireless Transfer window; E-mail Settings position selection
The E-mail Settings window contains the following options:

• SMTP Address – allows one to enter up to 32 characters of SMTP server address which will be
used to send e-mail messages. The edition is performing in the special window with text editor
function, which is opening after pressing the <3>, <4> push-buttons.
<4>
E-mail Settings window; SMTP Address entering
• User Login – allows one to enter up to 20 characters of user login used to establish verified
connection with SMTP server. The edition is performing in the special window with text editor
<4>
E-mail Settings window; User Login entering
• User Password – allows one to enter up to 20 characters of user password used to establish
verified connection with SMPT server. The edition is performing in the special window with text editor
<4>
E-mail Settings window; User Password entering
• Sender e-mail – allows one to enter up to 48 characters of e-mail address from which the e-mail
message will be sent. The edition is performing in the special window with text editor function, which
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<4>
E-mail Settings window; Sender e-mail address entering
• Recipient e-mail – allows one to enter up to 48 characters of e-mail address to which the e-mail
message will be sent. The edition is performing in the special window with text editor function, which
<4>
E-mail Settings window; Recipient e-mail address entering
• E-mail Subject – allows one to enter up to 20 characters of the message's subject. The edition is
performing in the special window with text editor function, which is opening after pressing the <3>,
<4> push-buttons.
<4>
E-mail Settings window; E-mail Subject text entering
• E-mail Message – allows one to enter up to 20 characters of additional text which will be appended
to standard e-mail message template used for alarm notification. The edition is performing in the
special window with text editor function, which is opening after pressing the <3>, <4> push-
buttons.
<4>
E-mail Settings window; E-mail Message text entering
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8.15.7. Data transfer with the Modbus protocol – Modbus
If Modbus parameter was selected the Wireless Transfer window has three positions: Network,
Data Transfer and Modbus. Modbus protocol and its implementation in SVAN instruments is described in
Appendix I.
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Wireless Transfer window when Modbus option is chosen

The Modbus window contains the following positions:
• Modbus Addr. - device's Modbus address, ranging from 1 to 247.
<4>
Modbus window; Modbus Addr. setting
• Modbus # CMD. - selecting this option, enables processing of Svantek # functions via Modbus
protocol. Upon entering a # command into Modbus structures, it will be processed and any results
will be placed in Input Registers (and Discrete Inputs) structure. It is not recommended to use this
option alongside with MB-H.Reg.Map option!
<4>
Modbus window; Modbus # CMD. option switching on
• Mb-H.Reg.Map - selecting this option enables result mapping. During measurement, ongoing results
will be placed in Holding Registers starting from appointed address. It is not recommended to use
this option alongside with Modbus # CMD. option!
<4>
Modbus window; Mb-H.Reg.Map option switching on
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• Mb-Map Index - denotes address from which result map will be placed during measurements.
<4>
Modbus window; Mb-Map Index setting
8.16. Checking specification of the instrument - Unit Label
The Unit Label enables the user to check the type of the instrument, its serial number, the current
software versions installed in it and the standards, which the instrument fulfils.
<ENTER>
Instrument list; the Unit Label window opening
After pressing the <5>, <6> push-buttons the displayed text is scrolled on the display and the user
can check the number of the standard fulfilled by the instrument and the current revision of the software
used in the PIC processor of the instrument.
<6>
Unit Label windows; scrolling with the <5>, <6> push-buttons
Notice: The contents of the Unit Label should be always transmitted to the Svantek’s service in
the case of any problems faced by the user during the instrument’s operation.
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9. AUXILIARY SETTINGS – Auxiliary Setup
The Auxiliary Setup list contains positions directly related with sound or vibration measurements and
not related with the hardware components of the instrument. In order to open the Auxiliary Setup list the
user has to press the <Menu> push-button, select the Function text and press <ENTER>.
<ENTER>
Display in the main list; the Auxiliary Setup window opening in Sound and Vibration modes
In the Auxiliary Setup list, the following items are available:

Language it enables the user to set language of the user interface.
Factory Settings it enables the user to return to the default, factory settings.
Reference Levels it enables the user to select the reference level for the Vibration
measurements and it informs the user about the reference level in the Sound
measurements.
User Filters it enables the user to select and set the correcting values for all real-time
and 1/1 and 1/3 octave filters.
Vibration Units it enables the user to select the Vibration units in which the results
of the measurements are to be given. This position appears only in Vibration
modes.
Warnings it enables the user to switch on or off the warnings that can be displayed
during the operation of the instrument.
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Pressing the <Shift> and <5> push-buttons results in a movement to the first position of the opened
list and pressing the <Shift> and <6> – results in a movement to the last position of the opened list.
In each available position any change is performed by means of the <3>, <4> push-buttons. In order
to confirm the selection the <ENTER> push-button has to be pressed. After this confirmation, the opened
window or list is closed. In order to ignore any changes made in the opened window or list the user has to
press the <ESC> push-button.
9.1. Setting the language of the user interface – Language
The Language enables one to select the language of the user interface. In order to enter the list one
has to press the <ENTER> push-button on the inversely displayed Language text of the Auxiliary Setup
list.
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<ENTER>
Auxiliary Setup list; the Language window opening
<6> <4>
<ENTER>
Language displays; change the user interface from English to German
For activation of the Russian version of the user interface, the special code has to be entered.
<ENTER>
Displays during the entering of the access code to the Russian version of the user interface
<ENTER>
Displays with the Russian version of the user interface available only on some markets
In case when after power on the instrument the unknown language interface appears the user can
reset the instrument by means of <Shift/Enter> and <Alt/Start> push-buttons pressed together. After this
the instrument will go back to the default setup with the English interface.
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9.2. Return to the factory settings – Factory Settings
The Factory Settings enables the user to return to the default set up of the instrument.
<ENTER>
Auxiliary Setup list; the Factory Settings text highlighted
After entering this position, the request for the confirmation is displayed. The proper answer for the
request is selected by means of the <3>, <4> push-buttons. The instrument returns to the default set up
after pressing the <ENTER> push-button in the case when the answer Yes was chosen.
<3>
Displays with the request for the confirmation for the Factory Settings execution
During the clearing process the operation progress is displayed. The following message is displayed
after the return to the default settings and the instrument waits for the user’s reaction.
Displays during and after the execution of the Factory Settings function
The window is closed and the instrument returns to the Setup list after pressing any push-button with
an exception of the <Shift> and the <Alt> one.
The factory setup can be install also by means of <Shift/Enter> and <Alt/Start> push-buttons
pressed together.
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9.3. Reference signal in vibration measurements - Reference Levels
The Reference Levels sub-list enables the user to set the reference level of the vibration signal or to
inform the user about the reference level in the case of sound measurements. The values, which are set
here, are taken into account during the calculations of the measurement results expressed in the Logarithmic
scale (with the dB as the units).
<ENTER>
Auxiliary Setup list and the Reference Levels window
Setting the reference level of the acceleration signal – Acc

In the Acc position the user can set the reference level of the acceleration signal. It is possible
to set this level from 1 µms-2 to 100 µms-2 with 1 µms-2 step pressing the <3>, <4> push-buttons.
The step can be increased to 10 µms-2 pressing the <Shift> with the <3>, <4> push-buttons.
<4> <Shift/4>
Reference Levels windows; the reference level setting of acceleration signal
Setting the reference level of the velocity signal – Vel
In the Vel position, the user can set the reference level of the velocity signal. It is possible to set this
level from 1 nms-1 to 100 nms-1 with 1 nms-1 step pressing the <3>, <4> push-buttons. The step can be
increased to 10 nms-1 pressing the <Shift> with the <3>, <4> push-buttons.
<4> <Shift/4>
Reference Levels windows; setting the reference level of velocity signal
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Setting the reference level of the displacement signal – Dil
In the Dil position, the user can set the reference level of the displacement signal. It is possible
to set this level from 1 pm to 100 pm with 1 pm step pressing the <3>, <4> push-buttons. The step can be
increased to 10 pm pressing the <Shift> with the <3>, <4> push-buttons.
<4> <Shift/4>
Reference Levels windows; setting the reference level of displacement signal
Reference level in sound measurements
In the case of sound measurements the Reference Levels sub-lists is used only to inform
the user that the reference level of the acoustic signal is equal to 20 μPa. After pressing the <ESC> or
<ENTER> push-buttons the sub-list is closed.
<ENTER>
Reference Levels windows; the reference level of the acoustic signal
9.4. Setting the coefficients of the user filters - User Filters
The User Filters position enables the user to introduce the values of the coefficients of the user filters.
<ENTER>
Auxiliary Setup list, the User Filters window opening
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9.4.1 Introduction the parameters of real time filters - Real Time Filters
The Real Time Filters sub-list enables the user to introduce the values of the correcting coefficients
taken into account in the real time measurements. The Real Time Filters (sub-list) contains 3 positions:
R1, R2, R3.
<ENTER>
User Filters windows, Real Time Filters selected
9.5.1.1. Selecting real time filter – Rx
In Rx (R1, R2, R3) window there are three positions: Type, LFC(3dB), HFC(3dB).
<ENTER>
Real Time Filters windows, the filter selection
In the Type position there are three options: Highpass, Bandpass and Lowpass denoting the type of
the digital filter, which has to be designed and implemented. All mentioned above filters, high-pass, band-
pass and low-pass, are the second order, which means that the slope is equal to 12 dB/octave.
<3> <3>
R1 filter windows, the Type selection
In the case of a low-pass filter the user has to determine the HFC(3dB) parameter which denotes
the HFC (High Frequency Corner) of the Rx filter at which the amplitude of the input signal is attenuated two
times. The available values are from 100 Hz to 10.0 kHz.
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<3> < Shift/3>

R1 filter windows, the HFC(3dB) selection for a Lowpass filter
In the case of a high-pass filter the user has to determine the LFC(3dB) parameter, which denotes
the LFC (Low Frequency Corner) of the Rx filter at which the amplitude of the input signal is attenuated two
times. The available values of the LFC are from 10 Hz to 10.0 kHz.
<4> < Shift/4>

R1 filter windows, the LFC(3dB) selection for a Highpass filter
In the case of a band-pass filter, the user has to determine two frequencies: the LFC(3dB) which
denotes the (Low Frequency Corner) and the HFC(3dB) of the Rx filter. At these frequencies,
the amplitude of the input signal is attenuated two times. The available values of the LFC are from 10 Hz to
10.0 kHz, while the HFC the available values are from 100 Hz to 10.00 kHz.
<4> <6>
R1 filter windows, the LFC(3dB) selection and the HFC(3dB) selection for Bandpass filter
9.4.2 Setting filter coefficients for octave analysis - Spectrum Based Filter
The Spectrum Based Filter sub-list enables the user to introduce the values of the filter coefficients
correcting the results of 1/1 Octave or 1/3 Octave analysis. The results of the analysis (the Total values) can
be modified by the introduced factors.
<ENTER>
User Filters window, Spectrum Based Filter window opening
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9.5.2.1. Selection the user filter for total value calculation – Filter Select
The Filter Select sub-list enables one to select the filter S1, S2 or S3, used for calculation of the Total
values. The filter selection is different for Sound and Vibration modes.
Sound modes
In the Filter Select window one can select one of three mentioned above filters (S1, S2 and S3) for 1,
2 or 3 User Total values calculations. The selection of the filter in this sub-list is performed by means of the
<ENTER> <4>
Spectrum Based Filter window, the Filter Select window opening in Sound modes
Vibration modes
In the Filter Select window one can open three User Total window.
<ENTER> <ENTER>
Spectrum Based Filter window; User Total window opening in Vibration modes
In the User Total window one can select one of three filters: S1, S2 and S3, set the calibration factor
and type of integration filter for measuring Acceleration, Velocity and Displacement.
<4>
User Total window in Vibration modes; Filter selection
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User Total window in Vibration modes; Type selection
<4> <Shift /4>

User Total window in Vibration modes; Cal. Factor selection
9.5.2.2. Setting the coefficients of the user filters set – Filter Edit
The Filter Edit sub-list enables the user to select which filters should be edited; the available options
are as follows: S1, S2, S3 or any other transmitted to the instrument from a PC by means of the interface.
<ENTER> <ENTER>
Spectrum Based Filter window, the Filter Edit window opening
The filter name can be changed in the edition window, which is opening by means of the <3>, <4>
push-buttons.
<ENTER> <4>
Filter Edit window, the filter selection
The opened window contains the centre frequencies of the filters and their coefficients:
• 0.80 Hz: available values for 0.8 Hz centre frequency filter: -100.0dB ... 100.0dB
• 1.00 Hz: available values for 1Hz centre frequency filter: -100.0dB ... 100.0dB
• ...
• 20.0kHz: available values for 20 kHz centre frequency filter: -100.0dB ... 100.0dB
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<3> <Shift /3>
<6> <Shift /6>

S1 filter windows; the coefficients selection
9.5.2.3. Clearing the coefficients of the user filters – Filter Clear
The Filter Clear position enables the user to clear the values of the user coefficients of octave or third
octave filters. It is possible to clear all sets of coefficients (All), to clear the first set (S1), to clear the second
set (S2), to clear the third one (S3) or any other transmitted to the instrument from a PC by means of the
interface.
<ENTER>
Spectrum Based Filter window; the Filter Clear window opening
<ENTER>
Filter Clear windows, the selection of all filters to be cleared
After this, the WAIT text appears on the display and the instrument returns to the Filter Clear window.
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9.5. Selection of the Vibration units - Vibration Units
The Vibration Units position enables the user to select the units for the Vibration measurements (this
position is available only in Vibration modes).
<ENTER>
Auxiliary Setup list, the Vibration Units window opening
It is possible to select the Non-Metric units (e.g. g, ips, mil etc.) or Metric units (e.g. m/s2, m/s, m
etc.).
<3>
Vibration Units windows; Non-metric units selection
9.6. Warnings selection – Warnings
The Warnings enables the user to select the messages, which could be displayed during the
operation of the instrument.
<ENTER>
Auxiliary Setup list, the Warnings window opening
Saving the measurement results in a file - Results Not Saved
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<4>
Warnings windows; Results Not Saved warning selection
When the position is set to be active the special warning can be displayed after pressing the
<Start/Stop> push-button. It will be happened in a case when the result of the previous measurement was
not saved in a file of the instrument.
Displays with Last Results Not Saved warning
The question Continue? appears with the warning message. There are three options: Yes, No or
Save. If Yes is chosen, the instrument returns to the active mode of result presentation starting the new
measurement process. If No is chosen, the instrument returns to the active mode of measurement result’s
presentation without starting the new measurement process. If Save option is chosen, then the
measurement results are saved.
Checking free space on the external disk – Ext. Disk Free Space
This position swiths on/off the checking of free space on the external memory and generates the
warning when the space is lower than Min Free Space.
<4>
Warnings windows; Ext. Disk Free Space warning deselection
Minimum memory free space setting - Min Free Space
In this line, the user can determine the amount of the SD card or USB disk memory free space.
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<4> < Shift/4>

Warnings windows; Min Free Space warning selection
The selected limit has to be within the range [1 MB, 1024 MB]. If the available memory is not greater
than that limit, the warning will be displayed.
Confirmation of parameter changes - Save Changes
In this line the user can switch on the option of confirmation of parameters changes, after exit the
screen with the parameter list by means of the <ESC> push-button.
<4>
Warnings windows; Save Changes warning selection
Windscreen detection – Windscreen
If this parameter is switch on the instrument will ask to swith on/off the compensation filter every time
the windscreen is removed or put on again. The windscreen is detected automatically if parameter
Windscreen is set on Auto (path: <Menu> / Measurement / Compensation Filter).
<4>
Warnings windows; Windscreen warning selection
When Windscreen parameter is switched on and the instrument detects the windscreen the next
message appears. The user shall choose Yes or No option and press the <Enter> push-button.
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Warning and prompt to switch the windscreen compensation filter on
Preamplifier detection – Preamplifier
If this parameter is switch on then the instrument will send the message in case the preamplifier is
connected to the instrument through the extension cable.
<4>
Warnings windows; Preamplifier extension cable warning selection
When Preamplifier parameter is switched on and the instrument detects the extension preamplifier
cable, then the below messages appears.
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Warnings that the extension cable is detected or disconnected
Self-vibration warning - Self Vibration Level
If this parameter is switch on then the instrument will send the message in case when self vibration
level is high and can lead to the accuracy lost.
<4>
Warnings windows; Self Vibration Level warning selection
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Confirmation of the instrument switch off– Power Off
If this parameter is switch on then the instrument will send the message in case when the user is
switching it off.
<4>
Warnings windows; Power Off warning selection
GPS signal lost warning – GPS Signal Lost
If this parameter is switch on then the instrument will send the message in case when the GPS signal
was lost.
<4>
Warnings windows; GPS Signal Lost warning selection
GPS Signal Lost warning
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10. REPORTS PRINTING – Report
The printed reports of the sound or Vibration mesurement results in the predefined format can be
obtained by means of the Report list. In order to open the Report list the user has to press the <Menu>
push-button, select the Function text and press <ENTER>.
<ENTER>
Display in the main list; the Report window opening in Vibration and Sound modes
In order to obtain the report the user has to connect the instrument to the printer’s RS 232 port using
the SV 55 RS 232 interface. This hardware interface is hidden in the Cannon type, 9-pin RS 232 plug-in. On
the other end of the SV 55 interface, which itself looks like a cable, there is the USB Host plug-in. This plug-
in should be placed in the USB Host socket of the instrument.
It is also possible to connect the instrument to the USB port of a PC using the proper cable.
Measurement results can be easy downloaded to any PC (using USB interface and SvanPC software) and
printed out on the printer attached to a PC.
Notice: The converter SV 55 serves as the RS 232 interface. The SV 55 connection to the
USB Host socket is detected and after successful detection the headphone icon is switched on. The
transmission using the SV 55 is possible only in the case when the instrument is not connected to a PC with
the USB Device port.
The RS232 is the default setting in the Communication Ports in the Instrument list. Only in this
option the USB host controller is awaken and the power consumption is the lower one.
<ENTER>
Setup list with the USB–Host Port selected and this window with the activated RS232
The user has to be sure that the RS232 is activated (path: <Menu> / Instrument /
Communication Ports) before starting printing reports. Additionally, in the RS232 list (path: <Menu> /
Instrument / RS232) the user has to select the proper speed of the transmission and the parameter called
Time Out.
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Setup list with the RS232 selected and the exemplary contents of this window
The RS 232 interface transmission (Baud Rate) speed can be selected from the following available
values: 1200 (bits / second), 2400 (bits / s), 4800 (bits / s), 9600 (bits / s), 19200 (bits / s), 38000 (bits / s),
57600 (bits / s) or 115200 (bits / s).
The selection is made by means of the <3>, <4> push-buttons. The transmission speed should
correspond to the one selected in a printer. The other RS 232 transmission parameters are fixed to 8 bits for
data, No parity & 1 Stop bit. The default value of the Time Out parameter is equal to one but it can be too
short period for the printers, which are not too fast. In such case, this parameter has to be increased.
The description of the SV 55 pin-outs is given in App. C. The printers with the different connections on
the RS 232 socket require the special, individual RS 232 – RS 232 cable that should fulfil the suitable wire
crossing.
The printers, in which the Centronics interface is available instead of the RS 232 one, can be
connected to the instrument by means of the SV 52 RS 232 – Centronics interface.
The printers, which have only USB interface, are currently not driven by the instrument.
Notice: Switch the power off before connecting the instrument to any external device (e.g. a
printer or a Personal Computer).
The Report list contains the following elements:
Print Results that enables the user to print out the measurement results on the default printer or
to send the measurement results to a PC using SvanPC software and USB
interface;
Print Statistics that enables the user to print out the statistics of the measurement results; this
position is not available in the case of Vibration measurements;
Print User Filters that enables the user to print out on a printer connected directly to the instrument
the values of the user filters introduced in the instrument or to send them to a PC
using SvanPC software and USB interface;
Options that enables the user to determine the options of the report.
Notice: All reports are printed in the character format using the ASCII set.
10.1. Printing of the measurement results - Print Results
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The Print Results enables the user to print the report on the attached printer or to send out the report
to a PC using the SvanPC software and the USB interface.
Report windows with the Print Results selected in Sound and Vibration modes
After pressing the <ENTER> push-button the instrument checks its current state. In the case when the
measurements are performed, the printing is impossible and the message is displayed. In the case when no
results were registered the below message is displayed.
Display after the attempt to Print Results when no results were registered
In the case when a measurement was already performed and a result is available, the message
presented below is displayed.
Display in the Report list; the execution of the Print Results
When the message is on the display, the data are transferred from the instrument to the attached
printer. The instrument returns to the Report list after transferring all data.
The exemplary report printed in A5 format (path: <Menu> / Report / Options / Format A5) with the
TITLE “13MAR” looks as follows:
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(C) SVANTEK SVAN 979 No.11219

2007/03/13 (v6.04/6.04.3) 13:06:57
TITLE:
13MAR
------------ SETTINGS -----------
Device mode........: Sound Meter

Input..............: Microphone
Field correction...: FREE
Outdoor filter.....: Off
Device function....: Level Meter
Level Meter version: 6.04
Meas. start date...: 2007/03/13
Meas. start hour...: 13:01:40
Range..............: 137 dB
Measure trigger....: Off
Logger trigger.....: Off
Repeat cycle.......: Infinity
Start delay........: 1 s
Integration time...: 1 s
Calibr. factor.....: 0.0 dB
Leq integration....: Linear
Profile: #1 #2 #3
Filter: A C Z
Detector: FAST FAST FAST
Logger: None None None
--------------- Results --------------
Measurement time: 00:00:01
Prof.: #1 #2 #3
Peak 75.5dB 99.2dB 100.7dB
Max 70.1dB 95.8dB 97.1dB
Min 70.0dB 95.6dB 96.9dB
SPL 70.1dB 95.8dB 97.1dB
LEQ 70.0dB 95.7dB 97.0dB
SEL 70.0dB 95.7dB 97.0dB
Ld 70.0dB 95.7dB 97.0dB
LEPd 70.0dB 95.7dB 97.0dB
Ltm3 70.1dB 95.8dB 97.1dB
Ltm5 70.1dB 95.8dB 97.1dB
L01 70.9dB 95.9dB 97.9dB

L10 70.9dB 95.9dB 97.9dB
L20 70.8dB 95.8dB 97.8dB
L30 70.7dB 95.7dB 97.7dB
L40 70.6dB 95.6dB 97.6dB
L50 70.5dB 95.5dB 97.5dB
L60 70.4dB 95.4dB 97.4dB
L70 70.3dB 95.3dB 97.3dB
L80 70.2dB 95.2dB 97.2dB
L90 70.1dB 95.1dB 97.1dB
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Example of the printed results - A5 format
The same result’s report printed in A4 format is presented below:
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(C) SVANTEK SVAN 979 No.11219 2007/03/13 (v6.04/6.04.3) 13:03:07
TITLE:
13MAR
------------ SETTINGS ----------- ------------ SETTINGS -----------

Field correction...: FREE Outdoor filter.....: Off
Device function....: Level Meter Level Meter version: 6.04
Meas. start date...: 2007/03/13 Meas. start hour...: 13:01:40
Range..............: 137 dB Measure trigger....: Off
Logger trigger.....: Off Repeat cycle.......: Infinity
Start delay........: 1 s Integration time...: 1 s
Calibr. factor.....: 0.0 dB Leq integration....: Linear
Profile: #1 #2 #3 Profile: #1 #2 #3
Filter: A C Z Detector: FAST FAST FAST
-------------------- Results --------------------
Prof.: #1 #2 #3
Peak 75.5 dB 99.2 dB 100.7 dB
Max 70.1 dB 95.8 dB 97.1 dB
Min 70.0 dB 95.6 dB 96.9 dB
SPL 70.1 dB 95.8 dB 97.1 dB
LEQ 70.0 dB 95.7 dB 97.0 dB
SEL 70.0 dB 95.7 dB 97.0 dB
Ld 70.0 dB 95.7 dB 97.0 dB
LEPd 70.0 dB 95.7 dB 97.0 dB
Ltm3 70.1 dB 95.8 dB 97.1 dB
Ltm5 70.1 dB 95.8 dB 97.1 dB
L01 70.9 dB 95.9 dB 97.9 dB

L10 70.9 dB 95.9 dB 97.9 dB
L20 70.8 dB 95.8 dB 97.8 dB
L30 70.7 dB 95.7 dB 97.7 dB
L40 70.6 dB 95.6 dB 97.6 dB
L50 70.5 dB 95.5 dB 97.5 dB
L60 70.4 dB 95.4 dB 97.4 dB
L70 70.3 dB 95.3 dB 97.3 dB
L80 70.2 dB 95.2 dB 97.2 dB
L90 70.1 dB 95.1 dB 97.1 dB
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Example of the printed results from the Sound Meter mode (Level Meter) - A4 format
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TITLE:
VIBR
Device mode........: Vibration Meter

Input..............: Accelerometer
Device function....: 1/3 Octave
Range..............: 708 m/s2 Ref.level for Acc..: 1 um/s2
Ref.level for Vel..: 1 nm/s Ref.level for Dil..: 1 pm
Measure trigger....: Off Logger trigger.....: Off
Repeat cycle.......: Infinity Start delay........: 0 s
Integration time...: 10 s Calibr. factor.....: 0.0 dB
RMS integration....: Linear Spectrum filter....: Z
Spectrum in logger.: None
Filter: HP1 HP3 HP10 Detector: 1.0s 1.0s 1.0s
-------------------- Results --------------------
Prof.: #1 #2 #3
Peak 26.3 m/s2 26.3 m/s2 26.0 m/s2
P-P 51.9 m/s2 51.9 m/s2 51.3 m/s2
Max 13.2 m/s2 13.2 m/s2 13.2 m/s2
RMS 11.0 m/s2 11.0 m/s2 11.0 m/s2
VDV 22.6 m/s1.75 22.6 m/s1.75 22.6 m/s1.75
--- 1/3 Octave -- --- 1/3 Octave -- --- 1/3 Octave --
[Hz] [m/s2] [Hz] [m/s2] [Hz] [m/s2]

0.80 3.43e-02 25.00 4.90e-03 800.00 9.23e-02
1.00 3.05e-02 31.50 4.37e-03 1000.00 7.33e-02
1.25 5.75e-02 40.00 2.92e-01 1250.00 3.94e-02
1.60 1.07e-01 50.00 1.10e+01 1600.00 2.37e-02
2.00 8.41e-02 63.00 1.45e+00 2000.00 2.21e-02
2.50 1.19e-01 80.00 1.06e-02 2500.00 2.37e-02
3.15 1.04e-01 100.00 6.24e-02 3150.00 1.82e-02
4.00 6.68e-02 125.00 6.53e-02 4000.00 9.77e-03
5.00 7.16e-02 160.00 6.46e-01 5000.00 8.13e-03
6.30 4.22e-02 200.00 5.07e-02 6300.00 6.61e-03
8.00 3.31e-02 250.00 5.50e-01 8000.00 6.76e-03
10.00 2.00e-02 315.00 2.82e-01 10000.00 9.89e-03
12.50 2.02e-02 400.00 2.00e-01 12500.00 1.07e-02
16.00 1.50e-02 500.00 9.02e-02 16000.00 1.20e-02
20.00 9.66e-03 630.00 2.14e-01 20000.00 1.16e-02
-------- TOTALS FOR Filters -------
Filter Type CF[dB] Total

R3 Acc 0.0 1.10e+01 m/s2
HP3 Acc 0.0 1.10e+01 m/s2
HP10 Acc 0.0 1.10e+01 m/s2
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Example of the printed results from the Vibration Meter mode (1/3 Octave) - A4 format
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The following confirmation question is displayed after the printing, if the Prompt parameter was
selected in the Eject Page (path: <Menu> / Report / Options). The user has to answer in this case if the
paper in the printer has to be ejected to the new page.
Displays with the confirmation request of the paper ejection
The similar message is displayed after sending out the statistics of the results and user filters to the
printer (Print Statistics and Print User Filters).
The message about the time limit is displayed in the case when the printer (or a PC) is not connected
or there is any other reason that it does not receive the data. The instrument waits for the reaction of the
user (any push-button should be pressed except the <Shift> and <Alt> one) and after pressing a push-
button it returns to the Report list. Another message is presented and the instrument waits for the reaction of
the user in the case when there is no data to be printed.
10.2. Printing of the statistics of sound measurement results - Print Statistics
The Print Statistics enables the user to print the results of the statistics analysis on the attached
printer. This position is not accessible for the Vibration measurements.
Report window with the Print Statistics selected
After pressing the <ENTER> push-button the instrument checks its current state. In the case when the
measurements are performed, the printing is impossible and the message is displayed. In the case when no
results were registered the below message is displayed.
In the case when a measurement was already performed and a result is available, the message
presented below is displayed.
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Display in the Report list; the execution of the Print Statistics
The following confirmation question is displayed after the printing, if the Prompt parameter was
selected in the Eject Page (path: <Menu> / Report / Options). The user has to answer in this case if the
paper in the printer has to be ejected to the new page.
The printed statistics examples (format A5 and A4) are presented below:

2007/03/14 (v6.04/6.04.3) 17:31:06
TITLE:
10 MAR
------------ SETTINGS -----------

Field correction...: FREE
Outdoor filter.....: Off
Device function....: 1/1 Octave
Meas. start date...: 2007/03/14
Meas. start hour...: 17:30:50
Range..............: 137 dB
Measure trigger....: Off
Logger trigger.....: Level -
Logger trig.source.: RMS(1)
Logger trig.level..: 100 dB
Trig.'prev'probes..: 0
Trig.'post'probes..: 0
Repeat cycle.......: Infinity
Start delay........: 0 s
Integration time...: 10 s
Calibr. factor.....: 22.0 dB
Calibration by.....: Sensitivity
Calibration date...: 2007/03/14
Calibration hour...: 16:26:28
Leq integration....: Exponent.
Spectrum filter....: Z
Spectrum in logger.: None
Profile: #1 #2 #3
Filter: A C Z
Detector: FAST FAST FAST
Logger: Peak Max Peak
Max RMS Max
Min
RMS
--------- Statistics --------
Profile: #1 #2 #3
[dB A] [dB C] [dB]
L01 71.5 69.5 72.5
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L02 71.0 69.0 72.0

L03 69.5 67.5 69.5
L04 69.0 67.0 69.0
L05 67.5 65.5 68.5
L06 67.0 65.0 68.0
L07 59.5 57.5 60.5
L08 59.0 57.0 60.0
L09 55.5 53.5 57.5
L10 55.0 53.0 57.0
L11 51.5 50.5 53.5
L12 51.0 50.0 53.0
L13 50.5 48.5 52.9
L14 50.0 48.0 52.9
L15 49.7 47.8 52.8
L16 49.5 47.6 52.8
L17 49.2 47.5 52.7
L18 49.0 47.3 52.7
L19 48.9 47.1 52.6
L20 48.9 47.0 52.6
L21 48.9 46.9 52.5
L22 48.9 46.9 52.5
L23 48.9 46.9 52.5
L24 48.9 46.9 52.4
L25 48.8 46.9 52.4
L26 48.8 46.9 52.3
L27 48.8 46.9 52.3
L28 48.8 46.8 52.2
L29 48.8 46.8 52.2
L30 48.8 46.8 52.1
L31 48.8 46.8 52.1
L32 48.7 46.8 52.0
L33 48.7 46.8 52.0
L34 48.7 46.8 52.0
L35 48.7 46.7 51.9
L36 48.7 46.7 51.9
L37 48.7 46.7 51.9
L38 48.6 46.7 51.9
L39 48.6 46.7 51.9
L40 48.6 46.7 51.9
L41 48.6 46.7 51.8
L42 48.6 46.7 51.8
L43 48.6 46.6 51.8
L44 48.6 46.6 51.8
L45 48.5 46.6 51.8
L46 48.5 46.6 51.8
L47 48.5 46.6 51.8
L48 48.5 46.6 51.7
L49 48.5 46.6 51.7
L50 48.5 46.5 51.7
L51 48.5 46.5 51.7
L52 48.4 46.5 51.7
L53 48.4 46.5 51.7
L54 48.4 46.5 51.6
L55 48.4 46.5 51.6
L56 48.4 46.5 51.6
L57 48.4 46.5 51.6
L58 48.3 46.4 51.6
L59 48.3 46.4 51.6
L60 48.3 46.4 51.6
L61 48.3 46.4 51.5
L62 48.3 46.4 51.5
L63 48.3 46.4 51.5
L64 48.3 46.4 51.5
L65 48.2 46.3 51.5
L66 48.2 46.3 51.5
L67 48.2 46.3 51.5
L68 48.2 46.3 51.4
L69 48.2 46.3 51.4
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L70 48.2 46.3 51.4

L71 48.1 46.3 51.4
L72 48.1 46.2 51.4
L73 48.1 46.2 51.4
L74 48.1 46.2 51.3
L75 48.1 46.2 51.3
L76 48.1 46.2 51.3
L77 48.1 46.2 51.3
L78 48.0 46.2 51.3
L79 48.0 46.2 51.3
L80 48.0 46.1 51.3
L81 48.0 46.1 51.2
L82 48.0 46.1 51.2
L83 48.0 46.1 51.2
L84 48.0 46.1 51.2
L85 47.9 46.1 51.2
L86 47.8 46.1 51.2
L87 47.8 46.0 51.1
L88 47.7 46.0 51.1
L89 47.6 46.0 51.1
L90 47.6 46.0 51.1
L91 47.5 46.0 51.1
L92 47.5 46.0 51.1
L93 47.4 46.0 51.1
Example of the printed statistics from the Voltage (Sound) mode (1/1 Octave) - format A5
TITLE: Hotel

Field correction...: FREE Outdoor filter.....: Off
Device function....: Dose Meter
Range..............: 137 dB Criterion level....: 80 dB
Threshold level....: None Exchange rate......: 3 dB
Exposure time......: 08h00 Measure trigger....: Off
Logger trigger.....: Off Repeat cycle.......: Infinity
Start delay........: 0 s Integration time...: 10 s
Calibr. factor.....: 0.0 dB Leq integration....: Linear
Filter: A C Z Detector: FAST FAST FAST
--------- Statistics -------- --------- Statistics --------
[dB A] [dB C] [dB] [dB A] [dB C] [dB]
L01 62.8 66.8 70.8 L51 56.7 62.3 66.9
L02 62.6 66.6 70.6 L52 56.7 62.3 66.9
L03 62.4 66.4 70.4 L53 56.6 62.2 66.8
L04 62.2 66.2 70.2 L54 56.6 62.2 66.8
L05 62.0 66.0 70.0 L55 56.6 62.2 66.7
L06 61.8 65.8 69.8 L56 56.5 62.1 66.7
L07 61.6 65.6 69.6 L57 56.5 62.1 66.6
L08 61.4 65.4 69.4 L58 56.4 62.0 66.6
L09 61.2 65.2 69.2 L59 56.4 62.0 66.5
L10 61.0 65.0 69.0 L60 56.4 62.0 66.5
L11 59.9 64.8 68.9 L61 56.3 61.9 66.4
L12 59.8 64.6 68.9 L62 56.3 61.9 66.4
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L13 59.7 64.4 68.8 L63 56.2 61.8 66.3

L14 59.6 64.2 68.8 L64 56.2 61.8 66.3
L15 59.5 64.0 68.8 L65 56.2 61.8 66.2
L16 59.4 63.9 68.7 L66 56.1 61.7 66.2
L17 59.3 63.9 68.7 L67 56.1 61.7 66.1
L18 59.2 63.8 68.6 L68 56.0 61.6 66.1
L19 59.1 63.8 68.6 L69 56.0 61.6 66.0
L20 59.0 63.7 68.6 L70 56.0 61.6 66.0
L21 58.9 63.7 68.5 L71 55.8 61.5 65.8
L22 58.9 63.6 68.5 L72 55.6 61.5 65.6
L23 58.8 63.6 68.4 L73 55.4 61.4 65.4
L24 58.8 63.5 68.4 L74 55.2 61.4 65.2
L25 58.7 63.5 68.4 L75 55.0 61.4 65.0
L26 58.7 63.4 68.3 L76 54.9 61.3 64.9
L27 58.6 63.4 68.3 L77 54.8 61.3 64.8
L28 58.6 63.3 68.2 L78 54.7 61.2 64.7
L29 58.5 63.3 68.2 L79 54.6 61.2 64.6
L30 58.5 63.2 68.2 L80 54.5 61.2 64.5
L31 58.4 63.2 68.1 L81 54.4 61.1 64.4
L32 58.4 63.1 68.1 L82 54.3 61.1 64.3
L33 58.3 63.1 68.0 L83 54.2 61.0 64.2
L34 58.3 63.0 68.0 L84 54.1 61.0 64.1
L35 58.2 63.0 68.0 L85 54.0 61.0 64.0
L36 58.2 62.9 67.9 L86 52.9 60.9 63.9
L37 58.1 62.9 67.8 L87 52.8 60.8 63.8
L38 58.1 62.8 67.8 L88 52.7 60.7 63.8
L39 58.0 62.8 67.7 L89 52.6 60.6 63.7
L40 58.0 62.8 67.6 L90 52.5 60.5 63.6
L41 57.8 62.7 67.6 L91 52.4 60.4 63.6
L42 57.6 62.7 67.5 L92 52.3 60.3 63.5
L43 57.4 62.6 67.4 L93 52.2 60.2 63.4
L44 57.2 62.6 67.4 L94 52.1 60.1 63.4
L45 57.0 62.6 67.3 L95 52.0 60.0 63.3
L46 56.9 62.5 67.2 L96 51.8 59.8 63.2
L47 56.9 62.5 67.2 L97 51.6 59.6 63.2
L48 56.8 62.4 67.1 L98 51.4 59.4 63.1
L49 56.8 62.4 67.0 L99 51.2 59.2 63.0
L50 56.8 62.4 67.0
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Example of the printed statistics from the Sound Meter mode (Dose Meter) - format A4
The message about the time limit is displayed in the case when the printer is not connected or there is
any other reason that it does not receive the data. The instrument waits for the reaction of the user (any
push-button should be pressed except the <Shift> and <Alt>) and after pressing a push-button it returns to
the Report list. Another message is presented and the instrument waits for the reaction of the user in the
case when there is no data to be printed.
10.3. Printing of the coefficients of the user filters - Print User Filters
The Print User Filters enables the user to print out the values of the user filters introduced in the
instrument: S1, S2, S3.
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Report windows with the Print User Filters selected
The selection of the User Filter is made by means of the <3>, <4> push buttons.
<4> <4>
Print User Filters windows; the user filter selection
The contents of the selected file is sent out to the attached printer (or to a PC) after pressing the
<ENTER> push-button. The following message is displayed on the display during the printing:
Display in the Report list; the execution of the Print User Filters
When the message is on the display, the data are transferred from the instrument to the attached
printer (or PC). The instrument returns to the Report list after transferring all data.
In the case when the printer or PC is not connected or there is any other reason that it does not
receive the data the message about the time limit is displayed. The instrument waits for the reaction of the
user (any push-button should be pressed except the <Shift> and <Alt>) and after pressing a push-button it
returns to the Report list.
The exemplary User Filter coefficients printed in A4 format look as follows:
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Sound meter mode filter
------- S1 ------ ------- S1 ------ ------- S1 ------
[Hz] [dB] [Hz] [dB] [Hz] [dB]

0.80 -INF 25.00 40.0 800.00 10.0
1.00 -100.0 31.50 50.0 1000.00 0.0
1.25 -90.0 40.00 60.0 1250.00 -10.0
1.60 -80.0 50.00 70.0 1600.00 -20.0
2.00 -70.0 63.00 80.0 2000.00 -30.0
2.50 -60.0 80.00 90.0 2500.00 -40.0
3.15 -50.0 100.00 100.0 3150.00 -50.0
4.00 -40.0 125.00 90.0 4000.00 -60.0
5.00 -30.0 160.00 80.0 5000.00 -70.0
6.30 -20.0 200.00 70.0 6300.00 -80.0
8.00 -10.0 250.00 60.0 8000.00 -90.0
10.00 0.0 315.00 50.0 10000.00 -100.0
12.50 10.0 400.00 40.0 12500.00 -INF
16.00 20.0 500.00 30.0 16000.00 -INF
20.00 30.0 630.00 20.0 20000.00 -INF
----------------- ----------------- -----------------

Example of the printed coefficients of the user filter S1- format A4

2007/03/15 (v6.04/6.04.3) 15:49:07
Sound meter mode filter
------- S2 ------ ------- S2 ------
[Hz] [dB] [Hz] [dB]

0.80 -INF 160.00 1.0
1.00 -INF 200.00 1.0
1.25 -INF 250.00 1.0
1.60 -INF 315.00 3.0
2.00 0.0 400.00 3.0
2.50 0.0 500.00 3.0
3.15 0.0 630.00 1.0
4.00 0.0 800.00 1.0
5.00 0.0 1000.00 1.0
6.30 0.0 1250.00 1.0
8.00 0.0 1600.00 1.0
10.00 0.0 2000.00 0.0
12.50 0.0 2500.00 0.0
16.00 0.0 3150.00 0.0
20.00 0.0 4000.00 0.0
25.00 0.0 5000.00 0.0
31.50 0.0 6300.00 0.0
40.00 0.0 8000.00 0.0
50.00 0.0 10000.00 -INF
63.00 0.0 12500.00 -INF
80.00 0.0 16000.00 -INF
100.00 1.0 20000.00 -INF
125.00 0.0
----------------- -----------------
Example of the printed coefficients of the user filter S2 - format A5
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10.4. Selection of the printing options – Options
Using the Options the user can select the format of the listing (Format), can control the way the paper
is ejected in the printer (Eject Page) and edit the title of the report (Title).
<ENTER>
Report windows with the Options selected
Selection of the format of the print out – Format
The Format enables the user to select the format of the listing (A4 and A5 options are available).
<4>
Options windows; the selection of the format
Controlling the paper ejection after print out - Eject Page
The Eject Page enables the user to control the ejection of the paper after the listing is done. The
following options are available: Prompt (the instrument asks whether to eject the page after printing report,
statistics or catalogue), Auto (after printing, the paper is ejected) and None (the paper is not ejected after
printing). In particular, it is possible to have one result after another using the None or Prompt options.
<4> <4>
Options windows; the selection of the paper ejection
The request is displayed after the printing of the measurement results, the statistics of the results,
(Print Results, Print Statistics, Print User Filters) if the Prompt parameter was selected in the Eject Page
position of the Options sub-list. The user has to answer in this case if the paper in the printer has to be
ejected to the new page. The change of the available answers is possible after pressing the <3>, <4>
push-buttons. The return to the Report list is performed after pressing the <ENTER> push-button with the
possible ejection of the paper to the new page.
The message about the time limit is displayed in the case when the printer is not connected or there is
any other reason that it does not eject a paper. The instrument waits for the reaction of the user (any push-
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button should be pressed except the <Shift> one) and after pressing a push-button it returns to the Report
list.
Edition of the user’s text to be added to the reports – Title
The Title position enables the user to edit the text added to the file and to the report to be printed. The
text edition is performed in the special window which is opened by means of the <3>, <4> push-buttons.
<4>
Displays in the text edition of the report’s header
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11. 1/1 AND 1/3 OCTAVE ANALYSER
The instrument operates as 1/1 Octave or 1/3 Octave analyser in a very similar way to the Level
Meter mode and, in addition, 1/1 Octave or 1/3 Octave analysis is performed in parallel with the SLM or
VLM operations. All 1/1-octave (with the centre frequencies from 16 kHz down to 1 Hz; in base two system)
and 1/3-octave (with the centre frequencies from 20 kHz down to 0.8 Hz; in base two system) digital pass-
band filters are working in the real-time with the weighting filters (Z, A or C - in the case of sound analysis: Z
- in the case of vibration analysis) selected in the Spectrum (path: Menu / Measurement / Spectrum / Filter)
and the linear RMS detector.
Notice: The TOTAL RMS results are measured with the weighting filters (A, C, Z or S1, S2, S3
- in the case of sound measurements; HP, PR2, PR3 or S1, S2, S3 – in the case of vibration measurements)
without taking into account the settings of the level meters for profiles. The spectra are always linearly
averaged. Thus, the TOTAL values from 1/1 Octave or 1/3 Octave analysis can be different from those
obtained for the profiles (if the RMS Integration was set as Exp).
The SVAN 979 instrument operates in two ranges, called Low and High, which can be selected in the
Range window (path: <Menu> / Measurement / Range).
The results of 1/1 Octave and 1/3 Octave analysis (so-called spectrum) can be examined by the user
on a display in Spectrum presentation mode. The availability of this mode can be switched on or off by the
user (path: <Menu> / Display / Display Modes ).
1/1 Octave and 1/3 Octave spectrum for all centre frequencies of pass-band filters together with the
Total RMS values measured with selected by the user weighting filters are presented in the switched on
Spectrum mode. The read-out of the interested value of spectrum can be done in Sound modes and in
Vibration modes of the presentation.
a) b)
1/1 Octave analysis in Spectrum display mode in sound (a) and vibration (b) modes
11.1. Selection of 1/1 Octave or 1/3 Octave analysis mode
In order to select the 1/1 Octave or 1/3 Octave analysis mode the user has to enter the Function list
by pressing the <Menu> push-button, then - select by means of the <5> or <6> push-buttons the Function
text and press the <ENTER> one. Then, the user has to open the Measurement Function window (to select
the Measurement Function text using the <5>, <6> push-buttons and press the <ENTER> one when this
text is displayed inversely).
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<ENTER> <ENTER>
<6> <ENTER>
1/1 Octave analysis mode activation
Notice: It is not possible to change the current function during the measurements.
The instrument displays in this case for about 2 seconds the text: ”Measurement in Progress”.
In order to change the current measurement function the instrument must be stopped!
11.2. Selection of parameters of 1/1 Octave and 1/3 Octave analysis
The execution of 1/1 Octave or 1/1 Octave analysis depends on the certain number of the
parameters, which can be set in the different windows of the Measurement list. Namely, the user can set
there the range of the measurements (path: <Menu> / Measurement / Range) and Filter (path: <Menu> /
Measurement / Spectrum). Additionally, the user can set or be informed about the Band of the analysis
(path: <Menu> / Measurement / Spectrum / Band) and switch on or off the registration of the spectra in the
logger file (path: <Menu> / Measurement / Logging / Logger Results).
The output of the selected 1/1 Octave or 1/3 Octave filter can be also used as the triggering signal in
Logger Trigger window (path: <Menu> / Measurement / Logging / Logger Trigger).
11.3. Measurement range selection in 1/1 Octave and 1/3 Octave analysis -
Range
In 1/1 Octave or 1/3 Octave analyser the user can select the input ranges specified in Appendix C,
named as Low and High. The selection of the input range is possible after entering the Range window of
the Measurement list.
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<4>
Range window in 1/1 Octave analyser
11.4. Setting the parameters of 1/1 Octave and 1/3 Octave analysis - Spectrum
In 1/1 Octave or 1/3 Octave mode on the Measurement list a context element (Spectrum) appears
(path: <Menu> / Measurement / Spectrum). Using the Spectrum window one can select the weighting filter
and the band in the case of sound measurements.
<ENTER>
Spectrum window opening for 1/1 octave sound analysis
The following weighting filters are available in 1/1 Octave and 1/1 Octave analysis of sound:
• Z type 1 according to the IEC 61672-1 standard
• HP type 1 according to the IEC 61672-1 standard
The only one weighting filter is available in 1/1 Octave and 1/1 Octave analysis of vibration: HP
<4> <4>
Spectrum window; the Filter selection in the Sound modes
The characteristics of the filters are given in Appendix D.
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In the Band position the user can select the band in which the 1/1 Octave or 1/3 Octave analysis of
signal has to be performed. The Band position is accessible only in Sound modes. The user has two
possibilities: Full band (1 Hz – 16 kHz) and Audio band (31.5 Hz – 16 kHz).
Notice: In the case of vibration measurements only Full band (1 Hz – 16 kHz) is available.
<4>
Spectrum window; the Band selection in 1/1 Octave mode
<4>
Spectrum window; the Band selection in 1/3 Octave mode
11.5. Activation of saving of 1/1 Octave and 1/3 Octave analysis results in the
logger’s file - Logger Results
The RMS results from 1/1 Octave or 1/1 Octave analysis can be saved in the logger’s file. The
enabling of spectrum saving in the logger file is made by activation / deactivation the Spectrum position by
means of the <3>, <4> push-buttons.
<4>
Spectrum windows with disabled and enabled savings of 1/1 Octave spectrum
11.6. Selection of the result which triggers registration in logger in 1/1 Octave
and 1/3 Octave analysis - Logger Trigger
In SLM mode only the Leq result coming from the first profile (Leq(1)) is used for triggering the
measurement results registration in the logger of the instrument. The Source position in the Logger Trigger
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window is not accessible in that mode. However, in 1/1 Octave or 1/1 Octave analysis it is possible to
access mentioned above position and to make a selection.
The results coming from the output of 1/1 Octave filters (125 Hz, 250 Hz, 500 Hz, 1.00 kHz, 2.00 kHz,
4.00 kHz, 8.00 kHz and 16.0 kHz), or 1/3 Octave filters (125 Hz, 160 Hz, 200 Hz, 250 Hz, 315 Hz, 400 Hz,
500 Hz, 630 Hz, 800 Hz, 1.00 kHz, 1.25 kHz, 1.60 kHz, 2.00 kHz, 2.50 kHz, 3.15 kHz, 4.00 kHz, 5.00 kHz,
6.30 kHz, 8.00 kHz 10.00 kHz, 12.50 kHz, 16.0 kHz and 20.0 kHz), are available as well as Leq result from
the first profile.
<4> <4> …
Logger Trigger windows; the selection of the signal used for triggering
11.7. Display options in 1/1 Octave and 1/3 Octave analysis mode
of the display. The following windows contain the elements that influence the presentation of the results of
1/1 Octave and 1/3 Octave analysis:
Display Modes enables one to select the mode of the presentation of 1/1 Octave or 1/3 Octave
analysis;
Display Scale enables one to change the scale of the vertical and horizontal axis of the graphical
presentation, switch on and off the grid, switch on or off grid and autoscale;
Spectrum View enables one to choose the type of the spectrum to be presented;
Logger View enables one to select and present the results of the analysis stored in the files of the
logger.
11.8. Presentation of 1/1 Octave and 1/3 Octave analysis results
The Spectrum and Spectrum Table positions of the Display Modes list are accessible only for
1/1 Octave and 1/3 Octave functions.
<ENTER> <ENTER>
Display Modes window with available modes of presentation
When Spectrum mode is switched on the measurement screen in Spectrum visualisation mode is like
below.
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Displays in Spectrum view for 1/1 Octave and 1/3 Octave function (Sound modes)
Displays in Spectrum view for 1/1 Octave and 1/3 Octave function (Vibration modes)
<Shift/6>
1/1 Octave analysis with the shifted horizontal axis in relation to vertical one
<4> ...
Change the cursor position for the 1/1 Octave spectrum
<Shift/6>
Displays in Spectrum Table view for 1/3 Octave function (Sound modes)
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11.9. Setting the scale of the measurement results presentation - Scale
<ENTER>
<4>
Display Scale window, scale selection in vibration modes
Vibration results presented in linear and logarithmic scale
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<3>
Displays with the 1/1 Octave results presented with different Dynamic parameter (80 and 40 dB)
<4>
Grid option selection and switching it off
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<4>
Displays with the Autoscale switched on and off
11.10. Setting the parameters of the spectrum presentation - Spectrum View
The user can select the different spectra to be visible on the display in the Spectrum View window
(path: <Menu> / Display / Spectrum View). In the Spectrum View window the following spectrum types may
be selected: Averaged, Instantaneous, Max or Min.
<ENTER> <4>
=>
=>
Presentation of different 1/1 Octave spectra
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In the case when the Averaged or Instantaneous spectrum is selected the user can additionally
switch on or off the presentation of Max and/or Min spectrum by placing or replacing the special character in
the displayed inversely line with the Max or Min text by means of the <3>, <4> push-buttons.
=>
=>
Max and Min spectra presented on the spectrum plot
11.11. Selection of the Spectrum Type in Vibration mode - Spectrum Type
The user can select the different type of spectrum for vibration measurements to be presented on the
display in the Spectrum Type window (path: <Menu> / Display / Spectrum Type). The Spectrum Type
position is available only while Vibration modes and in the Spectrum Type window the following spectrum
types can be selected: Averaged, Instantaneous, Max or Min.
<ENTER>
Spectrum Type window opening
<6> <ENTER>
Spectrum Type window; Velocity option selection
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Presentation of different types of 1/1 Octave spectra for vibration
11.12. Setting filter coefficients for 1/1 Octave and 1/3 Octave analysis - Spectrum
Based Filter
The Spectrum Based Filter sub-list enables the user to introduce the values of the filter coefficients
correcting the results of 1/1 Octave or 1/3 Octave analysis. The results of the analysis (the Total values) can
be modified by the introduced factors.
<ENTER>
User Filters window, Spectrum Based Filter window opening
11.16.1. Selection the user filter for total value calculation – Filter Select
The Filter Select sub-list enables one to select the filter S1, S2 or S3, used for calculation of the Total
values. The filter selection is different for Sound and Vibration modes.
Sound modes
In the Filter Select window one can select one of three mentioned above filters (S1, S2 and S3) for 1,
2 or 3 User Total values calculations. The selection of the filter in this sub-list is performed by means of the
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<ENTER> <4>
Spectrum Based Filter window, the Filter Select window opening in Sound modes
Vibration modes
In the Filter Select window one can open three User Total window.
<ENTER> <ENTER>
Spectrum Based Filter window; User Total window opening in Vibration modes
In the User Total window one can select one of three filters: S1, S2 and S3, set the calibration factor
and type of integration filter for measuring Acceleration, Velocity and Displacement.
<4>
User Total window in Vibration modes; Filter selection
<4> <4>
User Total window in Vibration modes; Type selection
<4> <Shift /4>

User Total window in Vibration modes; Cal. Factor selection
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11.16.2. Setting the coefficients of the user filters set – Filter Edit
The Filter Edit sub-list enables the user to select which filters should be edited; the available options
are as follows: S1, S2, S3 or any other transmitted to the instrument from a PC by means of the interface.
<ENTER> <ENTER>
Spectrum Based Filter window, the Filter Edit window opening
The filter name can be changed in the edition window, which is opening by means of the <3>, <4>
push-buttons.
<ENTER> <4>
Filter Edit window, the filter selection
The opened window contains the centre frequencies of the filters and their coefficients:
• 0.80 Hz: available values for 0.8 Hz centre frequency filter: -100.0dB ... 100.0dB
• 1.00 Hz: available values for 1Hz centre frequency filter: -100.0dB ... 100.0dB
• ...
• 20.0kHz: available values for 20 kHz centre frequency filter: -100.0dB ... 100.0dB
<3> <Shift /3>
<6> <Shift /6>

S1 filter windows; the coefficients selection
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12. FFT ANALYSER
The instrument operates as FFT analyser in a very similar way to the Level Meter mode and, in
addition, FFT analysis is performed in parallel with the SLM or VLM operations.
Notice: The Total result is measured with the weighting filters (A, C or Z - in the case of sound
measurements; HP – in the case of vibration measurements) without taking into account the settings of the
level meters for profiles. The spectra are always linearly averaged. Thus, the TOTAL values from FFT
analysis can be different from those obtained for the profiles (if the RMS Integration was set as Exp).
The SVAN 979 instrument operates in two ranges, called Low and High, which can be selected in the
Range window (path: <Menu> / Measurement / Range).
The results of FFT analysis (so-called spectrum) can be examined by the user on a display in
Spectrum presentation mode. The availability of this mode can be switched on or off by the user (path:
<Menu> / Display / Display Modes ).
FFT spectrum together with the Total value measured with selected by the user weighting filters are
presented in the switched on Spectrum mode. The read-out of the interested value of spectrum can be done
in Sound modes and in Vibration modes of the presentation.
a) b)
FFT analysis in Spectrum display mode in sound (a) and vibration (b) modes
12.1. Selection of FFT analysis mode
In order to select the FFT analysis mode the user has to enter the Function list by pressing the
<Menu> push-button, then - select by means of the <5> or <6> push-buttons the Function text and press
the <ENTER> one. Then, the user has to open the Measurement Function window (to select the
Measurement Function text using the <5>, <6> push-buttons and press the <ENTER> one when this text
is displayed inversely).
<ENTER> <ENTER>
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<6> <ENTER>
FFT analysis mode activation
Notice: It is not possible to change the current function during the measurements.
The instrument displays in this case for about 2 seconds the text: ”Measurement in Progress”.
In order to change the current measurement function the instrument must be stopped!
12.2. Selection of parameters of FFT analysis
The execution of FFT analysis depends on the certain number of the parameters, which can be set in
the different windows of the Measurement list. Namely, the user can set there the range of the
measurements (path: Menu / Measurement / Range) and set the weghting filter (Filter), frequency band
(Band), weighting window (Window) and number of lines (Lines) in the FFT window (path: <Menu> /
Measurement / FFT ). Additionally, the user can switch on or off the registration of the spectra in the logger
file (path: <Menu> / Measurement / Logging / Logger Results).
12.3. Measurement range selection in FFT analysis - Range
In FFT analyser mode the user can select the input ranges specified in Appendix C, named as Low
and High. The selection of the input range is possible after entering the Range window of the Measurement
list.
a) <4>
b) <4>
Range window in FFT analyser in Sound a) and Vibration b) modes
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12.4. Setting the parameters of FFT analysis - FFT
In FFT mode a context element (FFT) on the Measurement list appears (path: <Menu> /
Measurement / FFT).
<ENTER>
FFT window opening for Sound and Vibration modes
Using the FFT window one can select the weighting filter (Filter), the frequency band (Band), the
weghting window (Window) and the number of lines (Lines) for the FFT analysis.
The following weighting filters are available for the FFT analysis of sound:
• Z type 1 according to the IEC 61672-1 standard
• HP type 1 according to the IEC 61672-1 standard
The only one weighting filter is available for the FFT analysis of vibration: HP
<4> <4>
FFT window; the Filter selection in the Sound modes
The characteristics of the filters are given in Appendix D.
In the Band position the user can select the band in which the FFT analysis of the signal has to be
performed. The user can select: 20 kHz, 10 kHz, 5 kHz, 2.5 kHz, 1.25 kHz, 625 Hz, 312 Hz, 156 Hz и
78 Hz.
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<3>
FFT window; the Band selection
In the Window position the user can select the wieghting window for the FFT analysis of the signal.
The user can select Hanning, Rectangle, Flat Topand Kaiser-Bessel weighting windows.
<4> …
FFT window; the Window selection
In the Lines position the user can select the number of lines for the FFT analysis of the signal. The
user can select 1600, 800 and 400 lines.
<4> <4>
FFT window; the lines number selection
12.5. Activation of saving of FFT analysis results in the logger’s file - Logger Results
The RMS results from FFT analysis can be saved in the logger’s file. The enabling of spectrum saving
in the logger file is made by activation / deactivation the Spectrum position by means of the <3>, <4>
push-buttons.
<4>
FFT windows with disabled and enabled savings of FFT spectrum
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12.6. Display options in FFT analysis mode
of the display. The following windows contain the elements that influence the presentation of the results of
FFT analysis:
Display Modes enables one to select the mode of the presentation of FFT analysis;
Display Scale enables one to change the scale of the vertical and horizontal axis of the graphical
presentation, switch on and off the grid, switch on or off grid and autoscale;
Spectrum View enables one to choose the type of the spectrum to be presented;
Logger View enables one to select and present the results of the analysis stored in the files of the
logger.
12.7. Presentation of FFT analysis results
The Spectrum positions of the Display Modes list are accessible for FFT function.
<ENTER> <ENTER>
Display Modes window with available modes of presentation
When Spectrum mode is switched on the measurement screen in Spectrum visualisation mode is
like below.
a) b)
FFT analysis in Spectrum display mode in sound (a) and vibration (b) modes
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<Shift/6>
FFT analysis with the shifted horizontal axis in relation to vertical one
<4> ...
Change the cursor position for the FFT spectrum
12.8. Setting the scale of the measurement results presentation - Scale
<ENTER>
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<4>
Display Scale window, scale selection in vibration modes
<3>
Displays with the FFT results presented with different Dynamic parameter (80 and 40 dB)
<4>
Grid option selection and switching it off
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FFT spectrum presented with and without Grid
<4>
12.9. Setting the parameters of the spectrum presentation - Spectrum View
In the Spectrum View window the only one spectrum types is available - Averaged.
<ENTER>
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Averaged FFT spectrum presentation
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SVAN 979 USER'S MANUAL______________________________________________________

SVANTEK Sp. z o.o.

2. MANUAL CONTROL OF THE INSTRUMENT 10

3. SETTING THE INSTRUMENT 16

4. FUNCTIONS OF THE INSTRUMENT – Function 40

5. MEASUREMENT PARAMETERS SETTING – Measurement 49

6. DATA AVAILABLE ON THE DISPLAY – Display 83

7. SAVING THE MEASUREMENT RESULTS – File 108

8. SETTINGS OF THE INSTRUMENT PARAMETERS – Instrument 132

9. AUXILIARY SETTINGS – Auxiliary Setup 159

9.5. Selection of the Vibration units - Vibration Units 169

10. REPORTS PRINTING – Report 174

11. 1/1 AND 1/3 OCTAVE ANALYSER 189

12. FFT ANALYSER 202

1.1. SVAN 979 as Sound Level Meter & Analyser

1.2. SVAN 979 as Vibration Meter & Analyser

1.3. General features of SVAN 979

1.4. Accessories included

• GRAS 40AE - prepolarised ½” microphone with nominal sensitivity 50 mV/Pa

1.5. Accessories available

• SA 17A - external battery pack

1.6. Software options available

• SVAN979 - SVAN 979 including 1/1 and 1/3 octave analysis

SVAN 979 instrument with the preamplifier and microphone

2. MANUAL CONTROL OF THE INSTRUMENT

2.1 Control push-buttons on the front panel

Notice: The change of the <Start/Stop> push-button mode is performed in the

Result Window Info

<Shift> / <Alt> <5>

History plot with the indication of the active markers

2.2 Input and output sockets of the instrument

Top cover of the SVAN 979 instrument in 1:1 scale

Bottom cover of the SVAN 979 instrument in 1:1 scale

3. SETTING THE INSTRUMENT

3.1. Basis of the instrument’s control

<4> and keep

Logger Results list; column changing

Logger Results list; line changing

Logger Results list; column values changing

Logger Results list; line values changing

<4> <5> <4>

Timer windows; setting day of the instrument’s switch on

Timer windows; setting day of the instrument’s switch on

The edition process is presented on the Figures below.

Display during the edition of the file name

<Alt /4> < Alt /3>

Display during the edition of the file name

3.2. Structure of the instrument’s menu

Function (available after pressing the <Menu> push-button)

• Cal. Factor: calculated calibration factor

Measurement (available after pressing the <Menu> push-button)

• RMS P(1) P(2) P(3): ⌧ /

If Trigger = Slope +, Slope -, Level +, Level - then:

File ; (available after pressing the <Menu> push-button)

Instrument; (available after pressing the <Menu> push-button)

Limit: 6.0V .. 24.0V

Auxiliary Setup (available after pressing the <Menu> push-button)

o User Total 3: Off, S1, S2, S3

3.3. Powering of the instrument