
#NOISE MACHINE SOFTWARE#
The NoiseTools software that is included connects to the meter and downloads all measurements. Should you need Octave or 1/3 Octave Band Filters then these can be added to the meter at the time of purchase or at a later date. This makes the meter ideal for most environmental noise surveys. This is a Type 1 or Type 2 data logging, integrating meter that includes the standard environmental noise measurements (L10, L90, Leq, etc.) and the ability to make automatic repeating noise measurements. The Noise Nuisance Recorder includes a hand held Sound Level Meter.

They are also used by home owners and tenants who need to prove to the authorities that they have a real noise problem. These devices are often used by local authorities, environmental health officers and housing associations to assess the severity of the problem before taking legal action.

Barking dogs or noise from other animals.Music being played too loud in homes or entertainment venues.The intended application for the Noise Nuisance Recorder is for monitoring excessive noise from neighbors. It is intended to be installed indoors, usually in the room where the noise is most problematic, and left running for a few days to give a good idea of the background noise levels and so that the complainant can record the actual audio as evidence.Īs the Noise Nuisance Recorder includes a sound level meter (either a Type 1 or Type 2 data logging, integrating meter), it can be used for many other noise monitoring applications, as listed below. The noise nuisance recorder is designed for monitoring and recording noise from neighbors. Listening to the audio confirms the source of the noise and is essential for evidence purposes. Markers indicate the time audio samples have been recorded. After downloading the measurements you are presented with a Time History graph showing the sound levels throughout the measurement period. A "pre-trigger" ensures that 30 seconds before the button is pressed is included in the recording - 30 s is the default, it can be changed.Īfter a suitable period of time, usually a few days to a week, the measurement process can be stopped and the equipment returned to the office for analysis. A light on the case shows that the noise is being recorded.

When the complainant hears the problem noise (dog barking, shouting, music, etc.) they press the button on the remote control to start the audio recording. It is very quick to set up before being left to measure sound levels continuously. The Noise Nuisance Recorder is taken to the residence with the problem and carried inside a simple shoulder bag to avoid attracting the attention of the neighbors. The Noise Nuisance Recorder measures the sound levels from neighbor noise as well as recording the audio for evidence purposes.įor use by environmental health officers, housing associations and concerned home owners, the recorder includes a precision grade Sound Level Meter, Calibrator and Microphone to provide the following features:
