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i Table of Contents 053-644, Rev E Page i eg4 & eg3 Chapter 1: Introduction ................................................................... 1 Dosimetry ........................................................................................ 1 Noise dosimeter ....................................
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Table of Contents 053-644, Rev E Page ii eg4 & eg3 ii Chapter 3: Setting-up the Edge via DMS ...................................... 16 Noise studies ................................................................................. 16 Understanding what data is stored ...............................
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Table of Contents 053-644, Rev E Page iii eg4 & eg3 iii Starting a run ...............................................................................................37 Stopping a study............................................................................ 38 Indicators/Icons on the display...
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Table of Contents 053-644, Rev E Page iv eg4 & eg3 iv EdgeDock1 and EdgeDock5 .......................................................... 51 Physical attributes of EdgeDock1 and EdgeDock5 ...........................................51 Measurements .....................................................
Page 6 - List of Figures; List of Tables
List of Figures 053-644, Rev E Page v eg4 & eg3 v Figure 1-1: The Edge and dosimetry .................................................................................................. 1 Figure 1-2: Illustration of how the dosimeter operates and processes ............................................
Page 7 - Dosimetry; Introduction; CHAPTER
1 Dosimetry 053-644, Rev E Page 1 eg4 & eg3 Ch apter 1: Introduction Measuring noise in the workplace is an important element of hearing conservation programs and noise reduction programs. With a noise dosimeter, you can assess and determine a worker’s daily exposure to noise levels. This inform...
Page 8 - QSPII
Dosimetry Noise dosimeter 053-644, Rev E Page 2 eg4 & eg3 2 What is a noise dosimeter and how does it compute measurements? Essentially, a noise dosimeter is composed of the following: a microphone with a preamplifier, a weighted network, fast or slow response time, an internal clock, calculator...
Page 10 - As a personal noise dosimeter -; manufacturing; Peak Measurement
Dosimetry Applications of the Edge 053-644, Rev E Page 4 eg4 & eg3 4 The Edge has a cable-free, mounted microphone that converts sound pressure into an electrical signal. This signal is conditioned, monitored, and integrated over time in order to provide a host of automatically calculated values...
Page 11 - See Chapter 1; Running your studies.; See Chapter 4; See Chapter 5; Develop corrective actions.; See chapter 2
Dosimetry Noise assessment steps 053-644, Rev E Page 5 eg4 & eg3 5 1. Perform a task-based work flow analysis of unacceptable “noisy” areas and list regulations/codes you will follow. Observe facility/areas and jot down areas of concern Check with standards and noise ordinance regulations in...
Page 12 - Figure 1-3: Parameter setup screen for eg4
Dosimetry The Edge Models 053-644, Rev E Page 6 eg4 & eg3 6 Quest Technologies offers two Edge models. The “eg4” model features two virtual dosimeters with data logging. Once the parameters are set and saved in the dosimeter, you can monitor two different dosimeters by a single press of the Ente...
Page 13 - Checking the equipment; Getting started; logging your studies.
Checking the equipment The Edge Models 053-644, Rev E Page 7 eg4 & eg3 7 Getting started This chapter is designed to guide you through basic information you will need to begin logging your studies. If your instrument was sent to you in a storage case, you will want to remove all the packaging an...
Page 14 - Turning on; and; enter; The Edge; splash screen; will appear; measurement view; View
Turning on LED indicator 053-644, Rev E Page 8 eg4 & eg3 8 1. To turn on the Edge, press the on/off and enter button. The Edge splash screen (see Figure 2-3 for an example, page 10) will appear indicating the model (i.e. “eg4” or “eg3”) and firmware version. The screen will be in the measureme...
Page 15 - Turning off; Dose indicator LED; Table 2-1: LED indicators explained; Explanation; Red
Turning off LED indicator 053-644, Rev E Page 9 eg4 & eg3 9 Table 2-1 identifies when and why the LED indicator color will appear. NOTE: The LED indicator can be disabled via DMS (see section, “ Dose indicator LED ” page 25). Table 2-1: LED indicators explained Once the dosimeter is “Powered-O...
Page 16 - Display and keypad; Figure 2-3: Edge Keypad
Display and keypad Diagram 053-644, Rev E Page 10 eg4 & eg3 10 The keypad is used to run and stop your studies, view your measurement values, and power on and off the dosimeter. The following diagram explains the features on the display and keypad. Figure 2-3: Edge Keypad Display (Splash screen ...
Page 17 - follow the screen prompts.
3MTMDetection Mangement Software (DMS) Loading 053-644, Rev E Page 11 eg4 & eg3 11 3M TM Detection Management Software (DMS) is a software application designed by 3M Quest that runs under the Windows operating system. You can use DMS for a variety of functions related to the Edge dosimeter and w...
Page 18 - Docking station functionality; Table 2-2: EdgeDock1 and EdgeDock5 components; Mechanically, it will function similarly.; Figure 2-5: Attaching the charger adapter with the plug adapter; A red LED indicates the docking station is powered on.
Docking station functionality Docking station components 053-644, Rev E Page 12 eg4 & eg3 12 The table below explains the EdgeDock1 or EdgeDock5 LED indicators, power connector, USB connector, and contact pins. Table 2-2: EdgeDock1 and EdgeDock5 components The EdgeDock1 and EdgeDock5 are powered...
Page 19 - Powering EdgeDock1 or EdgeDock5; EdgeDock1 LED indicator; Charger adapter cord
Docking station functionality Powering EdgeDock1 or EdgeDock5 053-644, Rev E Page 13 eg4 & eg3 13 Powering EdgeDock1 or EdgeDock5 1. Assemble the charger adapter and plug adapter as illustrated in Figure 2-5. (It will be the same process for an EdgeDock5.) 2. Plug the charger adapter directly ...
Page 20 - impact your total; How to charge; Plug in the power adapter to the EdgeDock.; Hook; Open cavity & contacts
Docking station functionality Charging your dosimeter 053-644, Rev E Page 14 eg4 & eg3 14 The number of hours you have used your dosimeter from your last charge will impact your total charge time. For example, if the battery clock indicator (see “Checking the battery power” for more information)...
Page 21 - Figure 2-8: Backside of EdgeDock1; Screw slots
Docking station functionality Mounting the docking station to a wall 053-644, Rev E Page 15 eg4 & eg3 15 The docking station is equipped with two single screw slots in case you wish to mount the docking station to the wall. The figure below displays the backside of the single bay dock. Figure 2-...
Page 22 - Understanding what data is stored; Setting-up the Edge via DMS; Edge model
Understanding what data is stored Noise studies 053-644, Rev E Page 16 eg4 & eg3 16 Ch apter 3: Setting-up the Edge via DMS The eg4 model comes equipped with two customizable user setups. The eg3 model has one customizable user setup. You have the option to customize the parameters for threshold...
Page 23 - Figure 3-2: Sample summary data from DMS reporting
Understanding what data is stored Summary data 053-644, Rev E Page 17 eg4 & eg3 17 Summary data represents values that occurred over the entire run of the study. For an average value, such as Lavg, it represents the average decibel value over the entire run time. Peak and Max values are the high...
Page 24 - Views on the Edge; Logging; Meter 2 logs Lavg/Leq
Views on the Edge 053-644, Rev E Page 18 eg4 & eg3 18 Logging eg4 model only logs at one minute intervals and includes the following measurements: Meter 1 logs Lavg/Leq, Lcpk, and Lasmx Meter 2 logs Lavg/Leq If the dosimeter runs for one hour, then it will log 60 Lavg/Leq results, and 60 Las...
Page 25 - Sound pressure level; Maximum sound level; Peak Level; Minimum sound level; Average sound level; Table 3-1: Dosimeter views and definitions
Views on the Edge Definitions of data log values and views 053-644, Rev E Page 19 eg4 & eg3 19 To set up the Edge and work with noise-level data, you will want to have a good understanding of the terms listed in Table 3-1. NOTE: The following table is based on A-weighted, slow measurements. Thus...
Page 26 - Dose; “A” weighting
Views on the Edge Definitions of data log values and views 053-644, Rev E Page 20 eg4 & eg3 20 Views on the Edge Explanation L TWA Time-weighted average - is the sound level (in dB) that is accumulated for any time period but with its average level computed over an 8-hour period. TWA is usually ...
Page 27 - the difference is because the; Edge Measurement descriptors/variants
Views on the Edge Definitions of data log values and views 053-644, Rev E Page 21 eg4 & eg3 21 Views on the Edge Explanation Memory storage symbol – eg4: The eg4 model displays the total memory storage remaining in hours and minutes. For example, if it displays the memory symbol 181:50 this repr...
Page 28 - Docking; Send setup; : Enables you to configure your set-up parameters in 3M; Detection; Retrieve; Plug the opposite end into the docking station (See “B” and “C”).; Figure 3-4: Communicating - connecting a docked Edge to a pc
Docking Communicating & downloading data 053-644, Rev E Page 22 eg4 & eg3 22 By using your docking station, USB cable, software, and your dosimeter, you can quickly communicate between the software and the dosimeter. There are two methods for communicating which are: Send setup data : Enab...
Page 29 - Docking Customizing set-up parameters in DMS; For first time use of a docking station,; Welcome to the found new hardware; and press; Next; through the; Finish; If you have more than one EdgeDock1 or EdgeDock5, this wizard will; Figure 3-5: New Hardware wizard for Edge Dock
Docking Customizing set-up parameters in DMS Communicating & downloading data 053-644, Rev E Page 23 eg4 & eg3 23 4. For first time use of a docking station, Welcome to the found new hardware wizard will appear (see Figure 2-8). Select No and press Next through the remaining wizard. At the e...
Page 30 - Customizing set-up parameters in DMS; Dosimeter; tab from the Edge’s Instrument Configuration panel (see 1). To change
Customizing set-up parameters in DMS Dosimeter setting 053-644, Rev E Page 24 eg4 & eg3 24 The Edge general settings are used to setup the instrument with basic parameters. The eg4 model features two virtual dosimeters in one with two customized, user-defined settings. Please refer to the Edge d...
Page 31 - for more detailed information.; Table 1-2: Dosimeter fields explained for the Edge
Customizing set-up parameters in DMS Dosimeter setting 053-644, Rev E Page 25 eg4 & eg3 25 Dosimeter settings for the Edge Name Field *Note: refer to Glossary for more detailed information. Heartbeat enable When enabled (or checked), the LED will flash green while running and flash amber when st...
Page 32 - Display
Customizing set-up parameters in DMS Display setting 053-644, Rev E Page 26 eg4 & eg3 26 The display screen is used to customize the parameters which will appear on your Edge. It is organized by two columns, the “Display position” and the “Item to Display” and includes a “Set selected Items” sel...
Page 33 - Click on the; Security; the; Enabled; Next, select either; Not Displayed; configurations”
Customizing set-up parameters in DMS Security setting 053-644, Rev E Page 27 eg4 & eg3 27 The security setting is a type of “locking” feature (or secure run feature) that enables you to password protect the instrument to prevent users from inadvertently terminating a study. Initially, this featu...
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Customizing set-up parameters in DMS Auto Run setting 053-644, Rev E Page 28 eg4 & eg3 28 With the Edge auto run setting, you may program up to two auto start and auto stop configurations when start date and duration parameters are enabled. This may be useful if you wish to pre-set the instrumen...
Page 35 - Firmware; Press button to refresh the docked instruments (if necessary).; Done
Customizing set-up parameters in DMS Firmware update 053-644, Rev E Page 29 eg4 & eg3 29 Edge firmware updates are performed in DMS when the instruments are docked, communicating, and the update key is selected. Please follow the steps below prior to updating your Edge(s). Note: this feature ena...
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Customizing set-up parameters in DMS Saving and sending/setting configurations 053-644, Rev E Page 30 eg4 & eg3 30 With the Edge, there are saved setup profiles used to quickly access and apply to The Edge(s). Below explains how to save configuration settings in DMS and how to send/set to the in...
Page 37 - Overview of running a study; Figure 4-1: Quick help list for running a study; Quick Help List: typical dosimetry session
Overview of running a study 053-644, Rev E Page 31 eg4 & eg3 31 Running and operating your dosimeter The focus of this chapter is to discuss the procedures for running and operating the Edge and includes positioning, calibrating, and viewing the Edge measurements. The list below is a brief overv...
Page 38 - Appendix; Positioning
Overview of running a study Positioning the Edge on your shirt 053-644, Rev E Page 32 eg4 & eg3 32 Depending on what accessories you ordered with the Edge, you may have either clips on the top and bottom of the dosimeter or some other type of mounting device. (Please refer to Appendix A , “Conta...
Page 39 - Checking battery power; Battery indicator icon
Overview of running a study Checking battery power 053-644, Rev E Page 33 eg4 & eg3 33 Typically, the life of the battery is approximately 60+ hours (see Appendix A for specific specifications). The dosimeter can be charged at any time by using your EdgeDock. There are two battery identifiers on...
Page 40 - Calibrating the dosimeter; Edge into the cavity.; CAL; “CAL”
Overview of running a study Calibrating 053-644, Rev E Page 34 eg4 & eg3 34 3M Quest Technologies recommends to calibrate your dosimeter before you run your study(ies) and after your study(ies) to ensure highly accurate measurement results. The steps below address how to calibrate for either a p...
Page 41 - Arrows and enter key
Overview of running a study Resetting the dosimeter 053-644, Rev E Page 35 eg4 & eg3 35 The Edge can be reset through the dosimeter keypad or via QSP-II. The steps below outline how to reset your dosimeter. Reset 1. Ensure the meter is Off . 2. Turn the meter on by pressing the on/off enter bu...
Page 42 - Checkmark icon
Overview of running a study Setting contrast on dosimeter 053-644, Rev E Page 36 eg4 & eg3 36 Contrast 1. Ensure the meter is Off . 2. Turn the meter on by pressing the on/off/enter button. 3. When the splash screen appears, press and hold the run/stop and on/off enter buttons. (See figure 4-5...
Page 43 - Running studies; How to run a noise study; If your dosimeter is turned off, press the; on/off enter; Press and hold the; run; A run indicator will appear on the top-right side.; Figure 4-8: Display screen while running; Run indicator; Battery indicator
Running studies Starting a run 053-644, Rev E Page 37 eg4 & eg3 37 With a couple pushes on the keypad buttons, you will be running and viewing your study (ies). Following your study (ies), you can load the data/files into QSP-II to manipulate, analyze, save, and create reports (See Chapter 5 for...
Page 44 - Stopping a study; How to stop a noise study; Stop; OL; Overload
Stopping a study Indicators/Icons on the display 053-644, Rev E Page 38 eg4 & eg3 38 While the dosimeter is running, you can end the study by pressing and holding the stop button. How to stop a noise study 1. While running, press and hold the run/stop button. a. A 3, 2, 1 countdown will appear...
Page 45 - Viewing measurements on the display; Viewing measurements; or; arrows; . This will move you through the views on the display.; Figure 4-9: Measurement view on the Edge
Viewing measurements on the display Locking or securing your dosimeter during run 053-644, Rev E Page 39 eg4 & eg3 39 The up/down arrows on the keypad of the dosimeter enable you to move through the various measurements. For specific information on the views of the Edge, please see “Views on the...
Page 46 - How to lock or secure; Padlock icon; Key indicator
Viewing measurements on the display Locking or Securing 053-644, Rev E Page 40 eg4 & eg3 40 How to lock or secure 1. Turn the dosimeter on and press the run/stop button to begin logging your study. 2. To enable the lock, press run/stop button three consecutive times within one second intervals...
Page 47 - Downloading; Ensure DMS is downloaded.; Figure 5-1: Communicating between your pc and the Edge; the Edge by pressing the
Viewing measurements on the display Downloading data 053-644, Rev E Page 41 eg4 & eg3 41 The focus of this chapter is to discuss how to view your studies with the 3M TM Detection Management Software (DMS). The first section explains how to retrieve your studies from the dosimeter, and the subseq...
Page 48 - In DMS’ start screen, choose; Figure 5-2: DMS start screen; Click button.
Viewing measurements on the display Downloading data 053-644, Rev E Page 42 eg4 & eg3 42 4. In DMS’ start screen, choose . Figure 5-2: DMS start screen 5. Select Noise Dosimetry (see 1), Edge (see 2), and Edge 3-4 (see 3) from the family panel. 6. Select the docked Edge (s) to download by clicki...
Page 49 - Selecting and viewing data; Once selected, it will appear with a blue shading.; Figure 5-5: Data Finder page with the downloaded data
Viewing measurements on the display Viewing data and data finder page 053-644, Rev E Page 43 eg4 & eg3 43 8. The sessions (files) will load and post to the Data Finder page under Family: Noise Dosimetry heading. Quick tip: click on the button and the data files will post directly under the spe...
Page 50 - Click to print the report.; Figure 5-6: Example of Edge Report in DMS
Viewing measurements on the display Report View 053-644, Rev E Page 44 eg4 & eg3 44 The button provides a quick link to view/print the Edge data. To customize the data, refer to the next session, panel view page. Click to print the report. Figure 5-6: Example of Edge Report in DMS Edge, logged...
Page 51 - Configure
Viewing measurements on the display Panel Layout View(charts/graphs) 053-644, Rev E Page 45 eg4 & eg3 45 When you are in the data finder page (see above), select either the Analyze button or double-click on a session/study to view the data in charts and graphs as displayed in Figure 5-7. The mea...
Page 52 - Technical Support; Will disable the flashing red LED when the threshold entered
46 Technical Support LED indicator: disable/enable 053-644, Rev E Page 46 eg4 & eg3 Technical Support Some users may prefer to turn off the LED indicator. To disable this feature, open QSP-II and select the Setup button. On the dosimeter tab, under Dose% indicator LED uncheck the following: ...
Page 53 - Replacing microphone and windscreen; Attaching/Detaching the windscreen and microphone; counterclockwise direction.; Figure 6-1: Microphone and windscreen assembly
Replacing microphone and windscreen Attaching/Detaching 053-644, Rev E Page 47 eg4 & eg3 47 The Edge features a field replaceable microphone and a screw-on removable windscreen. 3M Quest suggests that the user replace the windscreen whenever dirt has accumulated on the windscreen prior to measur...
Page 55 - Appendix A; SPECIFICATIONS; Pending testing approvals on the following:; ANSI S1.25, IEC61252 Standards for Personal Sound Exposure Meters.; Housing; APPENDIX
49 Appendix A 053-644, Rev E Page 49 eg4 & eg3 SPECIFICATIONS **All specifications subject to change Pending testing approvals on the following: ANSI S1.25, IEC61252 Standards for Personal Sound Exposure Meters. Lead Free (RoHS compliant). Housing Plastic case with black, gray check backgrou...
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50 Appendix A 053-644, Rev E Page 50 eg4 & eg3 Life Approximately 60+ hours of continuous operation at normal operation under reference to environmental conditions when full capacity batteries are installed. Type Lithium Polymer (Flat cell) Memory capacity 180 hours The typical time interval nee...
Page 57 - LED amber indicator
51 Appendix A 053-644, Rev E Page 51 eg4 & eg3 EdgeDock1 and EdgeDock5 are powered by a 12-volt charger adapter with international plug adapters. The backside of the Edge slides into the hook of the EdgeDock1 or EdgeDock5 with the mounting clasps rotating to a 90 degree angle (which will rest on...
Page 58 - or L; Fast or Slow
Appendix A 053-644, Rev E Page 52 eg4 & eg3 52 Displayed Data and status indicators SPL, Average value (L avg or L eq ), Maximum value (L mx ), Minimum value (L Mn ), Peak Value (L pk ), Exposure, Run Time, TWA, UL Time Dosimeters Up to two dosimeters at once (eg4), each with its own assignable ...
Page 59 - Calibration; Storage; The; dual dosimeter
53 Appendix A 053-644, Rev E Page 53 eg4 & eg3 Calibration Pre-calibration When performed, valid prior to the start of the study. Post-calibration When performed, valid for the previous study. Storage Calibrations for a study are stored in the related study file. Calibrator requirement Calibrati...
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54 Appendix A 053-644, Rev E Page 54 eg4 & eg3 Analog Board
Page 62 - Service Department; International customers; Technologies” above.
56 Appendix A 3M Quest Service 053-644, Rev E Page 56 eg4 & eg3 Should your 3M Quest Technologies equipment need to be returned for repair or for recalibration, please contact the service department at the following number or access the online form via the website. For technical issues, please c...
Page 63 - Appendix B; Background Noise, effects of
57 Appendix B Glossary of Terms 053-644, Rev E Page 57 eg4 & eg3 Background Noise, effects of Background noise can cause considerable error in measurement when its level is high relative to the level of a noise source of interest. If you can make measurements both with and without the contributi...
Page 64 - Combining Noise sources; Crest Factor; substantially higher than their RMS averages.
58 Appendix B Glossary of Terms 053-644, Rev E Page 58 eg4 & eg3 Combining Noise sources Because sound levels are measured in decibels they cannot be simply added together. A sound level of 90dB plus 90dB does not yield 180dB but rather 93dB. The procedure for mathematically determining a combin...
Page 65 - Criterion Time
59 Appendix B Glossary of Terms 053-644, Rev E Page 59 eg4 & eg3 Criterion Time The time over which the Criterion Level is established, generally 8 hours. Decibel (dB) Sound Level Meters use the decibel as the unit of measure known as Sound Pressure Level (SPL). SPL uses the ratio between a refe...
Page 67 - Noise Floor
61 Appendix B Glossary of Terms 053-644, Rev E Page 61 eg4 & eg3 Leq (Equivalent Level) The true equivalent sound level measured over the run time. The term LEQ is functionally the same as LAVG except that it is only used when the Exchange Rate is set to 3 dB and the threshold is set to none. Lo...
Page 68 - Projected Time
62 Appendix B Glossary of Terms 053-644, Rev E Page 62 eg4 & eg3 PEL (Permissible Exposure Level) The A-weighted sound level at which exposure for a Criterion Time, typically eight hours, accumulates a 100% noise dose. Projected Time The variable amount of time used to make a projected dose calc...
Page 69 - Threshold
63 Appendix B Glossary of Terms 053-644, Rev E Page 63 eg4 & eg3 Threshold The threshold affects the Lavg, TWA, and Dose measurements. All sound below the threshold is considered nonexistent noise for the averaging and integrating functions. The threshold does not affect measurements in the soun...
Page 71 - DOSE; Pr; dt; log; l og
65 Appendix B Glossary of Terms 053-644, Rev E Page 65 eg4 & eg3 The following equations are used in the Edge calculations. Some of the terms used in these equations are explained in Table B- 1 while others are explained above in the “Glossary of Terms” section. % ) /( ) ( dt ER CL LS 2 RTIM...
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Index 053-644, Rev E Page 66 eg4 & eg3 66 INDEX A Attaching the Edge ............................................................. 32 B Background Noise, effects of Defined ............................................................... 57 Battery Checking ..........................................
Page 73 - Mount the docking station
Index 053-644, Rev E Page 67 eg4 & eg3 67 M Maximum Level Defined ............................................................... 61 Measurement Range Defined ............................................................... 61 Memory storage symbol ........................................... 21 M...
