PRODUCT DATA

Sound Calibrator Type 4231

Sound Calibrator Type 4231 is a handy, portable sound source for

calibration of sound level meters and other sound measurement
equipment. The calibrator is very robust and stable, and conforms to
EN/IEC 60942 (2003) Class LS and Class 1, and ANSI S1.40–2006.

Uses and Features

Uses • 94 dB SPL or 114 dB SPL for calibration in noisy

• Calibration of sound level meters and other sound environments
measurement equipment • Extremely small influence of static pressure and temperature
• Sound pressure independent of microphone equivalent
Features volume
• Conforms to EN/IEC 60942 (2003) Class LS and Class 1, and • 1 kHz calibration frequency for correct calibration level
ANSI S1.40–2006 independent of weighting network
• Robust, pocket-sized design with highly stable level and • Fits Brüel & Kjær 1″ microphones (1/2″, 1/4″ and 1/8″
frequency microphones with adaptor)
• Calibration accuracy ±0.2 dB • Switches off automatically when removed from the
microphone
Sound Calibrator Type 4231

Sound Calibrator Type 4231 is a pocket-sized, battery operated sound source for quick and direct calibration
of sound level meters and other sound measuring systems. It fits Brüel & Kjær 1″ microphones and using the
removable adaptor, 1/2″ microphones. With optional adaptors, it can be used for 1/4″ and 1/8″ microphones
as well.

The calibration frequency is 1000 Hz (the reference frequency for the standardized international weighting
networks), so the same calibration value is obtained for all weighting networks (A, B, C, D and Linear). The
calibration pressure of 94 ±0.2 dB re 20 μPa is equal to 1 Pa or 1 N/m2. The +20 dB level step gives
114 dB SPL, which is convenient for calibration in noisy environments, or for checking linearity.

The design of Type 4231 is based on a feed-back arrangement to ensure a highly stable sound pressure
level and ease of use. The feed-back loop uses a condenser microphone (see Fig. 1), which is specially
developed for this purpose.

Fig. 1 Microphone to be calibrated This microphone is optimized to

1/2" Adaptor Battery
Cross-sectional view of have extremely high stability and
Sound Calibrator independence of variations in static
Lid
Type 4231. The feed- pressure and temperature around
back loop is based on
the 1 kHz calibration frequency. The
a high-quality
result of this is a user-friendly
condenser microphone
to ensure a very stable calibrator where exact fitting of the
sound pressure level microphone is not critical and the
effects of changes in temperature
and static pressure are negligible.

Loudspeaker Reference Microphone Circuit Board

Pressure Equalization Channels

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Fig. 2 The calibrator gives a continuous sound pressure level when fitted on a
Type 4231 fitted to microphone (see Fig. 2) and activated.
Hand-held Analyzer
Type 2250. The The sensitivity of the sound measuring equipment can then be adjusted
calibrator’s centre of until it indicates the correct sound pressure level.
gravity is positioned
very close to the The calibrator is automatically switched off when removed from the
microphone, giving a microphone.
stable set-up
A leather protection case, which does not need to be removed to use the
calibrator, is supplied.

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Compliance with Standards

The CE marking is the manufacturer's declaration that the product meets the requirements of the applicable EU directives
RCM mark indicates compliance with applicable ACMA technical standards – that is, for telecommunications, radio
communications, EMC and EME
China RoHS mark indicates compliance with administrative measures on the control of pollution caused by electronic
information products according to the Ministry of Information Industries of the People’s Republic of China
WEEE mark indicates compliance with the EU WEEE Directive

EN/IEC 61010–1: Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use.
Safety
ANSI/UL 61010–1: Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use.

EN/IEC 61000–6–3: Generic emission standard for residential, commercial and light industrial environments.
EN/IEC 61000–6–4: Generic emission standard for industrial environments.
EMC Emission CISPR 22: Radio disturbance characteristics of information technology equipment. Class B Limits.
FCC Rules, Part 15: Complies with the limits for a Class B digital device.
EN/IEC 60942: Instrumentation Standard – Electroacoustics – Sound Calibrators.

EN/IEC 61000–6–1: Generic standards – Immunity for residential, commercial and light industrial environments.
EN/IEC 61000–6–2: Generic standards – Immunity for industrial environments.
EMC Immunity EN/IEC 61326: Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use – EMC requirements.
EN/IEC 60942: Instrumentation Standard – Electroacoustics – Sound Calibrators.
Note: The above is only guaranteed using accessories listed in this Product Data sheet.

IEC 60068–2–1 & IEC 60068–2–2: Environmental Testing. Cold and Dry Heat.
Temperature Operating Temperature: –10 to +50°C (14 to 122°F)
Storage Temperature: –25 to +70°C (–13 to +158°F)

Humidity IEC 60068–2–78: Damp Heat: 90% RH (non-condensing at 40°C (104°F)).

Non-operating:
IEC 60068–2–6: Vibration: 0.3 mm (10 to 58 Hz), 20 m/s2 (58–500 Hz)
Mechanical
IEC 60068–2–27: Shock: 1000 m/s2
IEC 60068–2–29: Bump: 3000 bumps at 400 m/s2

Enclosure IEC 60529: Protection provided by enclosures: IP 50 with leather protection case.

Specifications – Sound Calibrator Type 4231

STANDARDS SATISFIED LEVEL STABILITY

EN/IEC 60942 (2003), Class LS and Class 1, Sound Calibrators Short-term: Better than 0.02 dB (as specified in IEC 60942)
ANSI S1.40 – 2006, Specification for Acoustic Calibrators Class LS and One Year: Better than 0.05 dB (σ = 96%)
Class 1 Stabilization Time: < 5 s
SOUND PRESSURE LEVELS REFERENCE CONDITIONS
94.0 dB ±0.2 dB (Principal SPL) or Temperature: 23°C ±3°C (73° ±5°F)
114.0 dB ±0.2 dB re 20 μPa at reference conditions Pressure: 101 ±4 kPa
Humidity: 50%, –10% +15% RH
FREQUENCY
Effective Load Volume: 0.25 cm3
1 kHz ±0.1%
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
SPECIFIED MICROPHONE
Pressure: 65 to 108 kPa
Size according to IEC 61094-4:
Humidity: 10 to 90% RH (non-condensing)
• 1″ without adaptor
Effective Load Volume: 0 to 1.5 cm3
• 1/2″ with adaptor UC 0210 (supplied)
• 1/4″ with adaptor DP 0775 (optional) INFLUENCE OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS (Typical)
• 1/8″ with adaptor DP 0774 (optional) Temperature Coefficient: ±0.0015 dB/°C
Pressure Coefficient: +8 × 10–4 dB/kPa
EQUIVALENT FREE-FIELD LEVEL
Humidity Coefficient: 0.001 dB/% RH
(0° incidence, re Nominal Sound Pressure Level)
–0.15 dB for 1/2″ Brüel & Kjær microphones. See the Type 4231 User POWER SUPPLY
Manual for other microphones Batteries: 2 × 1.5 V IEC Type LR6 (“AA” size)
Lifetime: Typically 200 hours continuous operation with alkaline batteries
EQUIVALENT RANDOM INCIDENCE LEVEL
at 23°C (73°F)
(re Nominal Sound Pressure Level)
Battery Check: When Type 4231 stops working continuously, and only
+0.0 dB for 1″, 1/2″, 1/4″ and 1/8″ Brüel & Kjær microphones
operates when the On/Off button is held in, the batteries should be
NOMINAL EFFECTIVE COUPLER VOLUME replaced
> 200 cm3 at reference conditions
DISTORTION
< 1%

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 DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT Note: All values are typical at 25°C (77°F), unless measurement
(Without case) uncertainty or tolerance field is specified. All uncertainty values are
Height: 40 mm (1.5″) specified at 2σ (that is, expanded uncertainty using a coverage factor of 2)
Width: 72 mm (2.8″)
Depth: 72 mm (2.8″)
Weight: 150 g (0.33 lb), including batteries

Ordering Information

Type 4231 Sound Calibrator Optional Accessories

includes the following accessories:
DP-0775 Adaptor for 1/4″ microphones
• KE-0317: Leather Case
DP-0774 Adaptor for 1/8″ microphones
• 2 × QB-0013: Alkaline Battery Type LR6
DP-0887 Adaptor for Head and Torso Simulator Type 4128
• UC-0210: Adaptor for 1/2″ microphones

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