PCB Piezotronics Larson Davis SoundAdvisor NMS044 User manual

Larson Davis

SoundAdvisor

Model NMS044

Reference Manual

NMS044 Reference Manual i-2

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NMS044 Reference Manual, Rev G ii-1

Table of Contents

Module 1 System Overview - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1

1.1 System Contents

1.2 Optional Accessories

1.3 Understanding NMS044 Power Consumption

Module 2 Getting Started - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 9

2.1 Completing System Assembly

2.2 Establishing Service for the Gateway

2.3 Connecting the Gateway to Cellular Service

2.4 Reviewing 831C SLM System Properties for Use With NMS044

2.5 Using SoundLink

Module 3 Installing the NMS System - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 21

3.1 Assembling Travel Packs

3.2 Assembling the EPS2116 and Preamplifier

3.3 Installing the Pole and EPS2116

3.4 Connecting the Solar Panel

3.5 Powering On the NMS044 System

3.6 Calibrating the Sound Level Meter

3.7 Conducting a Final Equipment Check

Module 4 Making Measurements - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 31

4.1 Configuring a Measurement Setup

4.2 Downloading and Viewing Measurement Data

Appendix A Additional System Information- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A-1

A.1 System LED Indications

A.2 Shipping and Storage Requirements

A.3 Understanding 831C SLM Connections

A.4 Updating NMS044 for Modem Low Power

A.5 Configuring the Gateway for Larson Davis Instruments

Appendix B Technical Specifications - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - B-1

B.1 Physical Characteristics

B.2 Declaration of Conformity

NMS044 Reference Manual 1

Module 1 System Overview

The SoundAdvisor Model NMS044 noise monitoring system is the practical

solution to short- or long-term, unattended sound level monitoring. Power is

supplied by a 12-Volt battery, charged by a solar panel, which is positioned in

an area where sunlight is most available.

In this module:

1.1 System Contents .................................................................................................................1-2

1.2 Optional Accessories ...........................................................................................................1-5

1.3 Understanding NMS044 Power Consumption ...................................................................1-6

Figure 1-1 EPS044/NMS044 Features

1. Reliable and Durable The system

(including the battery, charge controller,

antennas, modem, and SLM) is enclosed in a

durable case. The environmentally-

protected, prepolarized microphone and

preamplifier provide reliable acoustic

measurements.

2. Portable, Easily Deployed System

The system weighs as little as 50 lb (23 kg).

This enables one person to deliver and set up

the system in only a few minutes. The

NMS044 can be deployed, before, during, or

after you setup the 831C.

3. Remote Connectivity Access and

control the system remotely by connecting to

the gateway via a cellular network on your

mobile phone or PC. Using LD Atlas (mobile)

or G4 LD Utility (PC), view and download data

anytime.

4. Low Power Consumption When

enabled and used in conjunction with the low

power cable, the modem low power mode

runs basic features with exceptionally low

power consumption. When a solar panel is

part of the system, a minimal amount of

sunlight is needed to reboot in case a power

loss occurs. Using solar power, the system

charges to capacity in only a few hours.

5. Continuous Sound Measurement

When using Continuous Run Mode, if the

battery is ever close to depleted, the system

is designed to save the current measurement

data and shut down safely. When the battery

is sufficiently recharged, the system powers

on and the previous measurement continues.

1, 2

NMS044 Reference Manual System Contents 2

1.1 System Contents

In this section, review your system contents to identify items received.

• NMS Systems: Outdoor Equipment for Environmental Noise Monitoring

• EPS Kits: Outdoor Equipment for Environmental Noise Monitoring

NMS Systems: Outdoor Equipment for Environmental Noise Monitoring

NMS systems are identified here in terms of the battery type and solar panel size. Table

1.3 shows which NMS systems use EPS044-SLA kits or EPS044-LFP kits for power and lists

system contents. See Figure 1-2 for an image of each item.

Figure 1-2 Images of NMS044 Systems Contents

1. 6a. or 6b.

4a. OR

4b.

Table 1.3 Description of NMS044 Systems Contents

Kit#

Contents

*Kit is available as:

kit # -U: EMEA modem, PSA039 with

U.S. plug

kit # -E: EMEA modem, PSA039 with Int’l

plug

kit # -A: APAC modem, PSA039 with

nt’l plug

NMS044-SLA100*

NMS044-SLA60*

NMS044-LFP100*

NMS044-LFP60*

NMS044-KIT1-U

NMS044RI-SLA100-U

1. SoundAdvisor 831C Sound Level

Meter (831C)

with Firmware Options

831C-ELA, 831C-LOG, 831C-SW

X X X X X

NMS044 Reference Manual System Contents 3

2. G4 LD Utility Software X X X X X

3. RV50X cellular gateway with GPS

antenna (COM-RV50X)

X X X X X

4a. 60 W Solar Panel kit (SLP001) X X

4b. 100 W Solar Panel kit (SLP002) X X X

5. Environmental Protection for

Outdoor Acoustic Equipment Kit

(EPS2116)

X X X X X

6a. Preamplifier/Mic Combo:

PRM2103FF & 377B02 X X X X

6b. Preamplifier/Mic Combo:

PRM2103FF & 377C20 X

7. Cables & Adapters:

Signal cable with LP Mode (CBL222LP)

Gateway to power block cable

(CBL223)

Gateway to SLM power switch cable

(CBL218)

USB to micro-B cable for system setup

(CBL138)

2-port USB Adapter (DVX015)

120 V AC Battery Charger Adapter

(PSA039)

X X X X X

EPS044-SLA Kit

See Figure 1-4 for kit contents. X X X

EPS044-LFP Kit

See Figure 1-4 for kit contents. X X

Table 1.3 (Continued)Description of NMS044 Systems Contents

Kit#

Contents

*Kit is available as:

kit # -U: EMEA modem, PSA039 with

U.S. plug

kit # -E: EMEA modem, PSA039 with Int’l

plug

kit # -A: APAC modem, PSA039 with

nt’l plug

NMS044-SLA100*

NMS044-SLA60*

NMS044-LFP100*

NMS044-LFP60*

NMS044-KIT1-U

NMS044RI-SLA100-U

NMS044 Reference Manual System Contents 4

EPS Kits: Outdoor Equipment for Environmental Noise Monitoring

Table 1.5 lists the contents of 3 outdoor environmental kits. See Figure 1-4 for images of

each item.

Figure 1-4 Images of EPS044-SLA, EPS044-LFP, and EPS044 Kit Contents

Table 1.5 Description of EPS044-SLA, EPS044-LFP, and EPS044 Kit Contents

Contents (See Figure 1-4) EPS044-SLA EPS044-LFP EPS044

1a. 35 Ah 12 V SLA Battery (BAT020) X

1b. 45 Ah 12 V LiFePo Battery (BAT019) X

2. Telescoping pole (ACC010) XX X

3a. Solar Charge Controller for SLA (PSA038) XX

3b. Solar Charge Controller for Lithium (PSA044) X

4. 831C to power block cable (CBL224) XX X

5. Fused battery cable (CBL225-01) XX X

6. Charge control to power block cable (CBL226) XX X

7. Solar Panel to solar charger cable (CBL228) XX X

8. Durable and protective case kit (CCS051)

See Table 1.6 for kit contents. XX X

Foam spacer for SLA battery X

Kit Accessories: canvas bag, guy wire ring, pole

stabilization lines and stakes

X X X

1a.

1b.

3a, 3b

7. 8.

NMS044 Reference Manual Optional Accessories 5

1.2 Optional Accessories

Hardware

• 32 GB USB Flash Storage (831-MEM32G)

• Precision Acoustic Calibrator (CAL200)

Firmware

Sound Recording Firmware (831C-SR)

The optional Sound Recording firmware upgrade enables you to make event-based and

manual sound recordings in WAV or OGG format. Recordings are stored in the

measurement data and can be shared via email.

Scheduling Firmware (831C-SCH)

Table 1.6 Description and Images of Durable and Protective Case Kit (CCS051)

Contents

1. Environmentally protective case

2. Metal case plate

3. Power distribution block (underneath case plate)

4. Super clamp for pole attachment

Rubber Stoppers (2) one for CBL222-08 or CBL222-20,

and one for EXC cable (application depends on the

chosen preamplifier; see Figure A-6 or Figure A-7)

Kit Accessories: silicone grease for cable glands, hook

and loop straps, cable ties, solar ring tool

NMS044 Reference Manual Understanding NMS044 Power Consumption 6

The optional Scheduling firmware upgrade (831C-SCH) enables you to conserve system

power and data usage while conducting measurements based on a repeatable weekly

schedule with schedule blocks for the following functions:

• Meter Run, Stop, Store

• Specific Measurement Trigger Levels

• Alert Notifications

• RV50X Modem Low Power

All features of the firmware option are accomplished by using G4 LD Utility software. For

more information, contact your sales representative or see the SoundAdvisor 831C

Manual, Module 6, which is available on the included Larson Davis USB drive or at

www.LarsonDavis.com.

Software

LD Atlas App for Mobile

With an established cellular connection, you can use the LD Atlas app to communicate

with the SoundAdvisor™ 831C SLM. LD Atlas is available for Android® from the Google

Play Store®, or for IOS® from the iTunes Store®1. To install the app: open the app store on

your mobile device, search for “LD Atlas,” and follow the prompts.

1.3 Understanding NMS044 Power Consumption

We recommend the following three ideas to make the most of your available power. The

first is a basic formula you can use to estimate your system’s daily power consumption.

The second is to employ the modem low power feature as an effective means to decrease

system power consumption. The third is to explore helpful resources to better

understand the recommendations and requirements of using a solar panel to recharge

battery power.

In this section:

• Estimating Power Consumption

• Understanding the Modem Low Power Feature

• Making the Most of Your Sunlight Hours

Estimating Power Consumption

To estimate how much power your system requires per 24 hours, use the formula shown

in Figure 1-7.

1. See the inside front cover of this manual for trademark information.

NMS044 Reference Manual Understanding NMS044 Power Consumption 7

Figure 1-7 Formula for Average Watt-hours Used Per Day

To estimate the system run time in days, based on the available battery power, calculate

the following:

Figure 1-8 Formula for Days of Available Battery Power in Watt-hours

Understanding the Modem Low Power Feature

Modem Low Power is an 831C system property that can be enabled or disabled to

facilitate your use. When enabled, the gateway is powered down except for these

periods:

• when the 831C SLM powers it on to send alert notifications

• when the SLM sends a file to the cloud (SFTP, Dropbox, etc.)

• During the scheduled awake period (via 831C-SCH optional firmware add-on)

An NMS044 system purchased later than July 1, 2020 comes ready to use modem low

power, with the power cable (CBL222LP) and SLM firmware (version 4.5 or later). To

prepare an NMS system purchased prior to July 1, 2020 for low power, see “Updating

NMS044 for Modem Low Power” on page A-8 .

When modem low power mode is used in conjunction with the 831C Scheduling option

(add-on 831C-SCH), additional power savings and regulation are possible. This option

allows you to schedule measurements as well as periods when the modem uses low

power. For more information on the 831C Scheduling option, open G4 LD Utility, and

navigate to Help Manuals G4 LD Utility ManualModule 6.3.

P24hr = 24 (1.3 W + t (2.05 Watts))

t = time, in hours, that the modem is powered on

Battery (Wh)

(P24hr x 2)

Estimated

Run Time (days) =

Battery Capacity (Wh):

BAT020: 35 Ah SLA Battery = 420 Wh

BAT019: 45 Ah LiFPo Battery = 540 Wh

“2” = 50% safety factor to account for battery temperature

effects and aging

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