PRODUCT DATA

Precision Sound Level Meter — Type 2232

USES
❍ Community and industrial noise measurements
❍ Checking compliance with noise rating recommendations
❍ Traffic noise measurements
❍ Front-end for other equipment

FEATURES
❍ Ease of operation
❍ Small and lightweight, fits in a pocket
❍ Measuring range from 34 to 130 dB
❍ Type 1 precision
❍ Equipped with a robust, high sensitivity prepolarized condenser microphone
❍ Large easily-read digital display
❍ DC output

tors are also provided. Type

Introduction 2232 is equipped with a high
sensitivity Brüel & Kjær Prepo-
larized Condenser Microphone
Precision Sound Level Meter Type 2232 is an inexpensive
Type 4176 which was devel-
instrument for primarily making community noise surveys
oped especially for use with it.
and less demanding acoustic measurements, but neverthe-
The non-removable protection
less offers the accuracy and quality associated with a pre-
grid is internally fitted with a
cision-grade sound level meter. Its excellent ergonomic
fine gauze filter which provides
design and ease of operation enable even the inexperi-
excellent immunity from dust
enced user to carry out reliable measurements quickly and
and particle penetration to the
effectively. The handy convenience of a Type 1 precision
diaphragm. Measurements
sound level meter which can be carried around in a pocket
from 34 to 130 dB are carried
will be appreciated by all users. A large, easily read digital
out in two 60 dB measuring
display gives a single value indication of the maximum A-
ranges: 34 to 94 dB and 70 to
weighted sound level measured during the previous sec-
130 dB. “F” or “S” time-weight-
ond, thereby eliminating meter reading errors. Type 2232
ing may be selected in accord-
is robust, compact and lightweight (460 g), and is the ideal
ance with IEC 60651. Two display-reset modes allow either
tool for environmental health inspectors and other person-
a “max. hold” reading to be displayed or automatic reset-
nel concerned with maintaining acceptable noise levels in
ting every second. In the automatic mode the max. time-
industrial and residential locations, for instance police of-
weighted sound level measured during the preceding 1 s is
ficers checking vehicle noise.
displayed. When the manual displayreset mode is selected,
Sound Level Meter Type 2232 satisfies the requirements of the display shows the max. time-weighted level measured
IEC 60651 Type 1 and ANSI S1.4 1983 Type S1A. since the last manual re-set. A continuous analogue DC
output, which is proportional to the A-weighted “F” or “S”
time-weighted sound level, is provided for connection to
Description other equipment. Type 2232 is powered from two 9 V, pref-
erably alkaline, batteries (IEC Type 6LF22) which will pro-
vide approximately 30 hours continuous operation.
The Sound Level Meter consists basically of a microphone, Calibration of Type 2232 is easily carried out using an
an amplifier and a detector with associated frequency and external reference source such as Sound Level Calibrator
time weighting circuits, an analogue DC output, and a dig- Type 4231.
ital display. Overload, underrange and low battery indica-

2232
Specifications – Precision Sound Level Meter Type 2232
MEASURING RANGE CALIBRATION REFERENCE CONDITIONS
34 dB to 130 dB in two 60 dB ranges: 34 to 94 dB and 70 to 130 dB Sound Field: Free Field Condition
Reference Incidence Direction: Perpendicular to microphone diaphragm
PRIMARY INDICATOR RANGE (0° incidence)
Identical to actual display range Reference Sound Pressure Level: 94 dB re 20 µPa
FREQUENCY RESPONSE Reference Frequency: 1000 Hz
In accordance with IEC 60651 Type 1. Reference Temperature: 20°C
A-weighting Reference Measuring Range: 70 to 130 dB

DETECTOR WARM-UP TIME

Characteristics: RMS indication in accordance with IEC 60651, Type 1 4s
Dynamic Range: 70 dB (60 dB on scale plus 10 dB over) EFFECT OF AMBIENT TEMPERATURE (AT 1 KHZ)
Time Weighting: “F” and “S” to IEC/EN 60 651, Type 1 Operating Temperature Range: –15 to +50°C
Crest Factor: 10 dB (c.f. 3) at upper limit of display range, rising linearly (+5 to 122°F). Sensitivity variation of complete sound level meter <0.5 dB
with decreasing signal level to a maximum of 26 dB (c.f. 20) (re 20°C)
DISPLAY Microphone Temperature Coefficient: –0.004 dB/°C
31/3 digit liquid crystal display with 0.1 dB display resolution. Overload, Storage Temperature Range: –20 to +70°C (–4 to +158°F) without batteries
underrange and low battery warning EFFECT OF MAGNETIC FIELD
Read Out Interval: Updated once per second <22 dB for 80 A/m at 50 Hz
Display Reset: “Auto.” resets once per second and displays max. time-
weighted value measured during the previous 1 s. “Man.” resets when EFFECT OF HUMIDITY (AT 40°C, 1 KHZ)
the reset button is pressed and displays max. time-weighted value <0.5 dB sensitivity variation for 0 to 90% R.H.
measured since last reset
VIBRATION SENSITIVITY (10 HZ TO 2 KHZ)
DC OUTPUT Typically <76 dB equivalent sound pressure level for vibration level of
Proportional to continuous A-weighted “F” or “S” sound level 1 m/s2 applied perpendicularly to microphone diaphragm. (Typically <71 dB
Output Impedance: <10Ω equivalent SPL for 1 m/s2 parallel to diaphragm)
Nominal Output Voltage: 50 mV/dB 3% (0 to 3 V in both measuring ranges)
Offset: 7 mV ±15 mV POWER SUPPLY
Minimum Load Impedance: 10 kΩ Two 9 V alkaline batteries (IEC Type 6LF22) or other 9 V batteries
Battery Life: Approx. 30 hours continuous operation with alkaline
MICROPHONE batteries.
Type: Half-inch Prepolarized Condenser Microphone Type 4176
Sensitivity: 50 mV/Pa (–26 dB re 1 V/Pa) DIMENSIONS
Cartridge Capacitance: 13 pF Overall Length: 267 mm (9.9 in)
Overall Width: 72 mm (2.8 in)
EFFECT OF WINDSCREEN Depth: 23 mm (0.9 in)
<0.5 dB up to 10 kHz
WEIGHT
CALIBRATION 460 g (1 lb.) with batteries
Trimmer adjustment using Sound Level Calibrator Type 4231 or
Multifunction Calibrator Type 4226

Compliance with Standards

CE-mark indicates compliance with: EMC Directive and Low Voltage Directive.
C-Tick mark indicates compliance with the EMC requirements of Australia and New Zealand

Safety EN 61010–1 and IEC 61010–1: Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use.
UL 3111–1: Standard for Safety – Electrical measuring and test equipment

EMC Emission EN 50081–1: Generic emission standard. Part 1: Residential, commercial and light industry.
EN 50081–2: Generic emission standard. Part 2: Industrial environment.
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.

EMC Immunity EN 50082-1: Generic immunity standard. Part 1: Residential, commercial and light industry.

Rosendahls Bogtrykkeri
RF immunity implies that sound level indications of 45 dB or greater will be affected by no more
than 0.5 dB.
EN 50082-2: Generic immunity standard. Part 2: Industrial environment.
RF immunity implies that sound level indications of 60 dB or greater will be affected by no more than 0.5 dB.

Note: The EMC specifications are given for use with one AO 0481 AC output cable.
EMC standards are not guaranteed to be fulfilled with cables other than the one mentioned above

Ordering Information
02/04

Type 2232 Precision Sound Level Meter JP 0213 2.5 mm Mini-jack Plug
ACCESSORIES INCLUDED ACCESSORIES AVAILABLE
Type 4176 Half-inch Prepolarized Condenser Microphone Type 4231 Sound Level Calibrator
UA 0459 Windscreen AO 0481 Output Cable
DZ 9566 Random Incidence Corrector UA 0587 Tripod
BP 0187 − 17

KE 0205 Leather Carrying Case Type 4226 Multifunction Acoustic Calibrator

QB 0016 9 V Alkaline Battery (2 pieces)