PRODUCT DATA

2238 Mediator™ — Class 1 Integrating Sound Level Meters

When it comes to investing in a sound

level meter, it’s important to get an
instrument that can keep up with you as
your measurement requirements expand.
2238 Mediator does just that. Mediator
can host a set of dedicated software
packages that you can combine in any
way you like. As a result you get the
functionality you need now, plus the
option of adding more later – and your
investment is securely protected.

2238 Mediator is the modern

interpretation of the classic sound level
meter. While providing, as ever, high
precision measurements, the many talents
of the Mediator come fully into play by
installing software modules making the
instrument into a dedicated solution to
measurement tasks in environmental,
occupational and industrial application
areas. All Mediators come with Basic
Sound Level Meter Software installed,
and other functions like statistics, logging
and frequency analysis are added
through easily installed software options
– or you get exactly what you need
installed from the factory.

The hardware comes with two

independently frequency weighted
detectors. These can be used for RMS/
Peak measurements or as two RMS
detectors in parallel. All time weighted
parameters (using F, S and I time
constants) can be computed in parallel. A
standard 2 Mbytes of memory is available
for storing data. All versions can be fully
controlled via the serial interface. Effects
of sound incidence (frontal or random)
can be corrected by a built-in filter, as can
the effects of a windscreen, thus giving
you Class 1 precision in all situations.

2238
 USES ❍ Environmental noise:
– Assessment
– Monitoring
– Complaints
❍ Occupational noise evaluation
❍ Selection of hearing protection
❍ Noise reduction
❍ Product quality control
❍ General purpose Class 1 sound measurements

A Range Of Sound Level Meters

Up to four sound level meters in one – Sound level meters have many uses, ranging from the traditional uses
a solution for everyone in assessing environmental and workplace noise to industrial quality
control and development. With its many options that allow you to tailor
2238 Mediator to suit your exact needs, there is a solution for everyone.
These solutions are further enhanced by Brüel & Kjær’s post-processing
software suite, including 7815 Noise Explorer™ for general noise assess-
ment, 7820 Evaluator™ for environmental noise and 7825 Protector™
for assessing workplace noise.
A range of software packages 2238 Mediator is a whole range of products described in this data sheet.
All instruments come with Basic Sound Level Meter Software BZ 7126
installed. This makes the unit into a modern precision integrating sound
level meter with simultaneous RMS and Peak measurements, ideal for
noise measurements at the workplace and for level checks in any set-
up. Three additional standard software packages can be ordered factory-
installed or they can be ordered separately at a later date for an instru-
ment upgrade (the software is easily downloaded from any standard
PC). The additional software comprises:
– Enhanced Sound Level Meter Software BZ 7125, adding statistics,
back-erase and periodic reports, plus the choice between independ-
ently frequency weighted RMS/RMS or RMS/Peak measurements. This
is especially valuable for assessments of environmental noise
– Logging Sound Level Meter Software BZ 7124, which allows free se-
lection of up to 12 parameters to log at intervals from 1 s to 1 h
(including two external DC values); alternatively you can log the Leq
plus two external values at a 100 ms rate. Results can be logged to
a file in Mediator or to the interface. This allows for time histories
for use in environmental noise as well as workplace noise
Fig. 1 The potentially large amounts of – Frequency Analysis Software BZ 7123, providing automatic scans of
data are conveniently managed using the 1/1- and 1/3-octave filter bands. Time/accuracy optimised dwell
the file manager’s save, recall, print
times are available as well as the option of averaging up to 99 spectra.
and delete functions
2238 Mediator can have up to four software packages installed. Choose
the one to suit your current measurements and start measuring. If your
application changes, just switch to a different software package – there
is no need to load it into the instrument since it is already resident in
the standard 2 Mbytes internal memory. This large memory also allows
up to 511 measurements to be stored per package.
All combinations of factory installed software packages are available.
See page 6 for an overview.

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To the Point with Basic Sound Level Meter Software BZ 7126

All Mediators come with the Basic Sound Level Meter Software BZ 7126
installed and is the simplest configuration of the instrument. The
BZ 7126 software makes the sound level meter fully equipped to support
measurements at the workplace and is also ideal for on the spot level
checks in any situation.

Fig. 2 Mediator’s display is a 128 × 64 Running the Basic SLM Software allows simultaneous measurements of
pixel graphics display with backlight, RMS and Peak levels, each with its own frequency weighting. The avail-
shown here in actual size. The display
able parameters include the Leq, maximum and minimum sound levels
shows a typical Basic Sound Level
Meter screen. The parameters and the maximum peak level; occupational health related parameters
displayed are freely selectable during such as LAep,d, dose percentages and exposure are also available. Meas-
measurements urements can be manually controlled, or the measurement time can be
preset, in which case the result is automatically saved after the meas-
urement. With the standard 2 Mbytes memory installed in Mediator, up
to 511 individual measurements can be stored at any one time. Saved
measurements can be downloaded to PC software, printed or recalled
to the display. An integrated file manager makes data management easy
– see Fig. 1.
This is precision measurements made simple, which is further enhanced
by the ability to save and recall four different setups, making it fast and
easy to make sure that the right setup is used (frequency weightings,
measurement range, duration, and so on). A measurement can be start-
ed automatically at any time within one month.

Digging Deeper with Enhanced Sound Level Meter Software BZ 7125

When assessing environmental noise problems, large amounts of data

are often needed. Enhanced Sound Level Meter Software BZ 7125 adds
a number of interesting twists to 2238 Mediator in order to supply all
necessary data in one shot. All standardised time constants (Fast, Slow,
Impulse) are computed in parallel at any time, and on top of that you
can choose to run two RMS measurements with independent frequency
weightings (typically an A-weighted and a C-weighted RMS channel).
You select which parameters to display, print or analyse, but all of them
are computed and available at any time and saved with the measure-
ment.

Fig. 3 Sample screen from Enhanced Additionally, full statistics are available. Seven LN values (from L1 to
SLM Software BZ 7125. Note that A- and L99) can be freely selected for display. However, a full level distribution
C- weighted values are available
is saved with each measurement and is available for later analysis, for
simultaneously. Mediator’s dual RMS
detectors simultaneously compute F, S example using a PC running 7820 Evaluator, 7825 Protector or 7815 Noise
and I time constants in parallel Explorer software from Brüel & Kjær.
With the enhanced BZ 7125 software the instrument's two auxiliary sock-
ets (generally used for AC and DC output) can be used as inputs to
sample a DC voltage. The voltage can be displayed and saved with the
measurement, so you might use this feature to include meteorological
conditions or a traffic count with your noise data. The auxiliary sockets
can also be configured as input/output triggers in order to synchronise
measurements with external equipment, for example noise sources.

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Fig. 4 Outdoor Gear Type 3592 and Outdoor Microphone Kit UA 1404

Measurements can be manually controlled, or the

measurement time can be preset, in which case the
results are automatically saved to a file. And the meas-
urement can be set up to repeat 1 – 99 times in a se-
quence where each measurement is saved when
finished and a new measurement is immediately start-
ed. This feature can be used to generate a sequence
of periodic reports, for example, hourly reports cov-
ering 24 hours. As a matter of course this feature can
be combined with the auto-start, enabling measure-
ments to start unattended, for example, at midnight,
using a specified setup.
When supplemented with Outdoor Gear Type 3592 and
Outdoor Microphone Kit UA 1404 (see Fig. 4), 2238 Me-
diator is ideally suited for short as well as long term
unattended measurements. The auto-start feature en-
ables the instrument to start and stop measuring at
predefined times, or you can control the instrument
via modem (not supplied by Brüel & Kjær).

Time Histories with Logging Sound

Level Meter Software BZ 7124

Equipped with Logging SLM Software BZ 7124, 2238

Mediator becomes a versatile instrument for obtaining
time histories. You select which of up to 12 parameters
to log for each interval (including two DC values). To
increase the total available measurement time, select
fewer parameters. Whatever you choose, the expected total measure-
ment time with the selected setup is computed on-screen as you make
your choices. The instrument can be set up to log the selected param-
eters at intervals from 1 s to 1 h in 1 s steps. And you can have the
results logged to a file (up to 511 of them) or to the serial interface.
For detailed profiles of short-term Leq, 2238 Mediator can also be set
to log values every 100 ms. In this case the Leq is logged, and optionally
two external DC voltages.
For attended measurements, four distinct on-the-fly markers are avail-
able. The markers (any of which can be on or off at any one time) are
used as an annotation of the obtained data, for example, to point out
specific noise sources. When data are transferred to PC software (7815
Noise Explorer, 7820/21 Evaluator or 7825 Protector), these markers are
also transferred and immediately available for further analyses. 2238
Mediator runing BZ 7124 can control sound recording while measuring
on a PC running 7815 Noise Explorer or 7820/21 Evaluator. Recorded
sounds are tagged to a marker and can be replayed from the cursor
position in a profile display.

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Fig. 5 Logged values annotated with
markers using the Logging Sound Level
Meter software

The window is a sample screen from

7820 Evaluator or 7821 Evaluator Light
software which can directly import
Mediator measurement results for
further processing. The Evaluator soft-
ware is dedicated to the assessment of
environmental noise, whereas the 7825
Protector software aims at handling
noise in the workplace. A general
purpose software, 7815 Noise Explorer,
is also available for reporting and man-
agement of data. All of the post-process-
ing software programs handle all kinds
of measurement results from the 2238
Mediator
Types 7815 and 7820/21 support Examples of Memory Capacity with Logging SLM Software
recording of sound controlled by 2238
Mediator with logging software Assuming an empty file system at the start of measurements, Mediator
BZ 7124. can:
❍ Log one parameter, for example the Leq, every second for more than
a week
❍ Log four parameters every second for more than 2 days and nights
❍ Log 12 parameters every 15 minutes for more than 270 days
❍ Log Leq 10 times per second for more than 17 hours

Getting Detail with Frequency Analysis Software BZ 7123

2238 Mediator’s optional 1/1-and 1/3-octave filter set can in all variants
be used for measurements in any single frequency band. However, this
filter set comes fully into its own when running Frequency Analysis
Software BZ 7123. This software automates measurements in the nine
octave bands and the 29 1/3-octave bands, making it a simple matter
to obtain spectra in order to, for example, select hearing protection,
qualify heat and ventilation systems, and assess low or high frequency
contents.

Fig. 6 Example of a frequency analysis As a user you select the bandwidth and the start and stop band, and
in 1/3-octaves. Leq, LMin, and LMax can can select one of the available time/accuracy optimised scan programs
be displayed for each frequency band
(providing you with tolerances of 0.25, 0.5 or 1.0 dB). The bar graph
display is updated as the measurement progresses. In addition to mak-
ing one scan, you can average up to 99 spectra into one resulting
average spectrum. Alternatively, a fixed user-defined dwell time for all
chosen frequency bands can be selected. In each frequency band Leq,
LMin and LMax are measured using time constant F or S. A simultaneous
overall broadband measurement is made during the scan(s) of the filter
set.
If interrupting noise occurs during a measurement, the current meas-
urement (scan) can be paused, providing you with the opportunity to
back-erase, that is, delete one or more of the already measured frequen-
cy bands and continue the measurement from there.

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Outline of the Software Modules

The table below presents a summary of the characteristics of each of

the software modules available with 2238 Mediator. Detailed specifica-
tions are found on page 7 to page 11.
Note that 2238 Mediator is always delivered with Basic Sound Level
Meter Software BZ 7126 installed. Mediator can be ordered with any
combination of additional software modules. See Ordering Information.

Feature BZ 7126 BZ 7125 BZ 7124 BZ 7123

Basic Enhanced Logging Frequency
SLM SLM SLM Analysis
Class 1 to latest IEC and ANSI standards ● ● ● ●
4 setups can be stored (for each software) ● ● ● ●
4 auto-starts up to one month in advance (shared) ● ● ● ●
Automatic data storage with preset measurement time ● ● ● ●
Saves up to 511 files (for each software) ● ● ● ●
Calibration history, initial and 20 latest calibrations (shared) ● ● ● ●
Frontal/random and windscreen correction filters ● ● ● ●
Serial interface control ● ● ● ●
AC and DC outputs ● ● ● ●
Criterion level (70 –100 dB), threshold level (0 –100 dB) ● ●
Exposure, dose and LAep,d ● ●
Back-erase (5, 10, 15 s) ●
Measurement sequence, periodic reports ●
LCeq–LAeq, LAIeq–LAeq, LAFTm5–LAeq ●
RMS/RMS or RMS/Peak ● ●
All time weightings simultaneously (F, S, I) ● ●
Statistics ● ●
Two DC inputs for external parameters ● ●
Logging of up to 12 parameters, 1 s to 1 h intervals ●
Logging of Leq and DC inputs, 100 ms interval ●
Four markers available for annotation ●
Control of sound recording on PC ●
Data output to file or interface ●
Automatic scan of 1/1- and 1/3-octave bands ●
Time/accuracy optimised dwell times ●
Fixed dwell times, 1 s to 1 h ●
Bar-graph display with cursor read-out ●
Back-erase in current spectrum ●
Averaging of spectra ●
Trigger input/output for synchronising ● ● ●

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Specifications Common to all 2238 Mediator Variants
Specifications apply to 2238 Mediator fitted with the supplied DISPLAY
microphone and preamplifier 128 pixel × 64 pixel dot matrix display with backlight

STANDARDS AUTO-START
Conforms with the following: Mediator supports a total of four timers which allow setup
o IEC 60651 Type 1, 1979 & Amendment 1 1993 & Amendment of measurement start times up to a month in advance
2 2000
CALIBRATION
o IEC/EN 61672 – Draft March 1998 Class 1 Semi-automatic, using Sound Level Calibrator Type 4231 or
o EN 60651 Type 1
Multifunction Acoustic Calibrator Type 4226.
o EN 60804 Type 1 The initial factory calibration (sensitivity and microphone serial
o ANSI S1.4 –1983 Type S1
number) is stored for comparison with later calibrations. When
o ANSI S1.43 – 1997 Type 1
using the supplied microphone the maximum allowed deviation
SUPPLIED MICROPHONE from the initial sensitivity is ±1.5 dB. An unspecified microphone
Type 4188 Prepolarized Free-field 1/2" Condenser Microphone can be chosen during calibration, in which case calibration can
Nominal Sensitivity: –30 dB re 1 V/Pa or 31.6 mV/Pa be made with practically any sensitivity.
Frequency Range: 8 Hz–16 kHz ± 2 dB Stored Calibration History: 20 latest calibrations plus initial
Capacitance: 12 pF calibration

MICROPHONE PREAMPLIFIER MEMORY

ZC 0030 2 Mbytes. Up to 511 measurements can be stored by each loaded
Extension Cables: Available in lengths of 3 m and 10 m. No software module, including time stamp, complete setup and
recalibration is required calibration data

MEASURING RANGES SERIAL PRINTER

Dynamic Range: 80 dB, adjustable to give full-scale readings from Measurement data can be printed on Portable Printer Type 2322
80 to 140 dB in 10 dB steps or on an IBM® Proprinter-compatible printer
Max. Peak Level: 3 dB above full scale reading
CLOCK
Upper Limit (RMS) for Crest Factor = 10: 17 dB below full scale Real-time (calendar)
reading
Pulse Range: 83 dB SERIAL INTERFACE
Linear operating ranges (broadband): Conforms to EIA/TIA 574 (RS–232), coupled as Data Terminal
For the individual level ranges, at 1 kHz, the nominal upper Equipment (DTE). Cable (AO 1442) is included
boundary level minus the lowest sound pressure level Connector: 9–pin D-type male
measurable with a noise margin of 5 dB. Baud Rates: 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400 and 115200
With a Microphone Type 4188 of nominal sensitivity: Word Length: 8 bits, no parity, 1 stop bit
Handshake: Hardwired, modem
Upper limit Lower limit Max. peak Upper limit
SETTLING TIME
level (CF=10) From Power On: <10 s
140 dB 60 dB 143 dB 123 dB ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
Storage Temperature: –25 to +70°C (–13 to + 158°F)
130 dB 50 dB 133 dB 113 dB
Operating Temperature: –10 to +50°C (14 to 122°F)
120 dB 40 dB 123 dB 103 dB Effect of Temperature: < 0.5 dB (–10 to +50°C)
Effect of Humidity: < 0.5 dB for 30%< RH< 90% (at 40°C,
110 dB 30 dB 113 dB 93 dB 1 kHz)
100 dB 25 dB 103 dB 83 dB BATTERIES
Four 1.5 V LR6/AA alkaline cells
90 dB 25 dB 93 dB 73 dB Lifetime (at room temperature): Typically > 10 h (with filter set
selected typically > 7 h)
80 dB 25 dB 83 dB 63 dB
EXTERNAL DC POWER SUPPLY
INHERENT NOISE LEVEL Voltage: Regulated 7 to 15 V
This is due to the combination of electrical noise and micro- Power: Approximately 150 mA at 7 V (approximately 210 mA with
phone thermal noise at 20° C (68° F). Typical values with supplied filter set selected)
microphone of nominal sensitivity (in dB):
WEIGHT AND DIMENSIONS
460 g (1 lb 2 oz) (with batteries), 257 × 97 × 41 mm
Weighting Electrical Thermal Combined
noise noise noise LANGUAGE
(2238) (4188) Each instrument is loaded with English, German, French, Italian
and Spanish text. You can select one of these languages at
"A" 14 dB 14.2 dB 17.1 dB any time
"C" 17 dB 13.2 dB 18.5 dB

Lin. 5 Hz – 22 dB 14.5 dB 22.7 dB

20 kHz

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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.
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.
These levels of immunity are 14 dB better than required by IEC/EN 61672 (Draft).
Note: The above conformance is guaranteed only when using accessories listed in this Product Data sheet.

Specifications with BZ 7126 Basic SLM Software

DETECTORS Aux 2 OUTPUT
Simultaneous detection of RMS and Peak with independent Connector: LEMO coaxial
frequency weightings DC Output Signal: DC version of signal on the RMS detector
RMS: Three selectable exponential time weightings (Fast, Slow, (delayed 0.8 s)
Impulse) and a linear averaging detector. Selectable frequency (Fast, Inst). Short-circuit protected
weighting A, C or Lin Output: 0 to 4.0 V DC (50 mV/dB)
Peak: Selectable frequency weighting C or Lin Update Rate: 160 times per second
Overload Detector: Monitors all the frequency weighted Max. Load: 10 kΩ||1 nF
channels Output Impedance: Typically 100 Ω
Exchange Rate: 3 dB. In addition, 4 or 5 dB can be selected
Criterion Level: Can be set in the range 70 –100 dB MEASUREMENTS
Threshold Level: Can be set in the range 0 – 100 dB
LXYp LXYInst LXYMax
SAMPLE RATE
160 Hz LXYMin LXeq LXIeq

DISPLAY LAZavQ LAep,d EA

Measurement Display: Range and quasi-analogue bar, plus
four measurement parameters that can be freely selected from Dose%A Dose%AZQ LAE
all available parameters during measurements LVpk LVpkmax # VPeaks
MEASUREMENT CONTROL
Overload% Underrange% Elapsed time
Manual control, or pre-set measurement time in the range
1½½½½ s – 24 h with automatic storage of measurement Start time Start date Time
Aux 1 OUTPUT
Connector: LEMO coaxial Legend:
V = Frequency weighting C or L
AC Output Signal: Range-adjusted AC output, unweighted or X = Frequency weighting A, C or L
with the frequency weighting selected on the RMS detector. Y = Time weighting F, S, or I
Short-circuit protected Z = Time weighting F or S
Output: 1 VRMS corresponding to full-scale indication Q = Exchange rate 4 or 5 dB (additional to the 3 dB exchange rate)
Max. Load: 10 kΩ||1 nF
Output Impedance: Typically 100 Ω

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Specifications with BZ 7125 Enhanced SLM Software
DETECTORS Aux 2 SOCKET
Two detectors with independent frequency weightings. One Connector: LEMO coaxial.
detector is an RMS detector, the other can be set up as a Peak Can be used as a DC output, a DC input for an external signal,
detector or as an additional RMS detector, allowing two a trigger input or a trigger output
independently weighted RMS detectors in parallel, each DC Output Signal:
providing three exponential time weightings in parallel. DC version of the signal on RMS detector 1 (Fast, Inst) (delayed
RMS: Three simultaneous exponential time weightings (Fast, 0.8 s). Short-circuit protected
Slow, Impulse) and a linear averaging detector. Selectable Output: 0 to 4.0 V DC (50 mV/dB)
frequency weighting A, C or Lin Update Rate: 160 times per second
Peak: Selectable frequency weighting C or Lin Max. Load: 10 kΩ || 1 nF
Overload Detector: Monitors all the frequency weighted Output Impedance: Typically 100 Ω
channels DC Input:
Exchange Rate: 3 dB. In addition, 4 or 5 dB can be selected Voltage Range: 0 to 4 V (max. –1 to 6 V)
Criterion Level: Can be set in the range 70 – 100 dB Resolution: 5 mV (800 steps)
Threshold Level: Can be set in the range 0 – 100 dB Trigger Input:
Voltage Range: 0 to 4 V (max. –1 to 6 V)
SAMPLE RATE Trigger Level: 2 V, duration > 12.5 ms
160 Hz, statistics sampled at 40 Hz
Trigger Output:
DISPLAY Level: 4 V
Measurement Display: Range and quasi-analogue bar, plus Duration: Throughout measurement
four measurement parameters that can be freely selected from
all available parameters during measurements. Where MEASUREMENTS
applicable, frequency and time weighting of selected parameter
are selected with softkey. LXYp LXYInst LAFT5
Separate display for back-erase. LXYMax LXYMIN LXYN
MEASUREMENT CONTROL LXeq LXIeq LAFTm5
Manual control, or pre-set measurement time in the range
30 s – 100 h with automatic storage of measurement LCeq – LAeq LAIeq – LAeq LAFTm5 – LAeq
Measurement Sequences:
Mediator can be set up to make a sequence of individual LAZavQ LAep,d EA
measurements (up to 99) in immediate succession
Dose%A Dose%AZQ LAE
Aux 1 SOCKET
Connector: LEMO coaxial. LVpk LVpkmax #VPeaks
Can be used as an AC output or a DC input for an external signal
AUX 1 AUX 2 Overload%
AC Output Signal:
Range-adjusted AC output, unweighted or with the frequency Underrange% Elapsed time
weighting selected on RMS detector 1. Short-circuit protected
Output: 1 V RMS corresponding to full-scale indication Start time Start date Time
Max. Load: 10 kΩ || 1 nF
Output Impedance: Typically 100 Ω Legend:
V = Frequency weighting C or L
DC Input:
X = Frequency weighting A, C or L
Voltage Range: 0 to 4 V (max. –1 to 6 V) Y = Time weighting F, S and I
Resolution: 5 mV (800 steps) Z = Time weighting F and S
Q = Exchange rate 4 dB or 5 dB (additional to the 3 dB exchange rate)

Note 1: When both detectors are set to RMS, it is not

possible to select the same frequency weighting for the two
detectors.
Note 2: Time weightings F, S and I are available
simultaneously.
Note 3: If the Aux 1 and Aux 2 sockets are used for input, the
signal(s) can be displayed and stored.
Note 4: Values for statistics are sampled 40 times a second
and are derived from the signal on the RMS detector with a
preselected time weighting (F, S or I). The class width is
0.5 dB. Seven percentiles (LXYN,T) are available during
measurement at user-selectable levels (1% – 99%).
A complete level distribution is stored.

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Specifications with BZ 7124 Logging SLM Software
DETECTORS Aux 2 SOCKET
Two detectors with independent frequency weightings. One Connector: LEMO coaxial.
detector is an RMS detector; the other can be set up as a Peak Can be used as a DC output, a DC input for an external signal,
detector or as an additional RMS detector, allowing two a trigger input or a trigger output
independently weighted RMS detectors in parallel, each DC Output Signal:
providing three exponential time weightings in parallel. DC version of the signal on RMS detector 1 (Fast, Inst) (delayed
RMS: Three simultaneous exponential time weightings (Fast, 0.8 s). Short-circuit
Slow, Impulse) and a linear averaging detector. Selectable protected
frequency weighting A, C or Lin Output: 0 to 4.0 V DC (50 mV/dB)
Peak: Selectable frequency weighting C or Lin Update Rate: 160 times per second
Overload Detector: Monitors all the frequency weighted Max. Load: 10 kΩ || 1 nF
channels Output Impedance: Typically 100 Ω
Exchange Rate: 3 dB. In addition, 4 or 5 dB can be selected DC Input:
Voltage Range: 0 to 4 V (max. –1 to 6 V)
SAMPLE RATE Resolution: 5 mV (800 steps)
160 Hz, statistics sampled at 40 Hz
Trigger Input:
DISPLAY Voltage Range: 0 to 4 V (max. –1 to 6 V)
Measurement Display, current log period: Range and quasi- Trigger Level: 2 V, duration > 12.5 ms
analogue bar, plus four measurement parameters that can be Trigger Output:
freely selected from all available parameters during Level: 4 V
measurements. Duration: Throughout measurement
Measurement Display, overall: Range and quasi-analogue bar,
MEASUREMENTS
plus four measurement parameters that can be freely selected
Parameters logged and stored in each interval (when selected):
from all available parameters during measurements
MEASUREMENT CONTROL LXYMax LXYMIN LXYN
Manual control, or pre-set measurement time with automatic
storage of measurement LXeq LXIeq LAFTm5

Aux 1 SOCKET LAZavQ LVpkmax #VPeaks

Connector: 2 pin LEMO. Can be used as an AC output or a DC
AUX 1 AUX 2 Marker settings
input for an external signal
AC Output Signal:
Range-adjusted AC output, unweighted or with the frequency Parameters in overall measurement:
weighting selected on RMS detector 1. Short-circuit protected
Output: 1 V RMS corresponding to full-scale indication LXYp LXYInst LXYMax
Max. Load: 10 kΩ || 1 nF
LXYMIN LXeq LXIeq
Output Impedance: Typically 100 Ω
DC Input: LVpk LVpkmax #VPeaks
Voltage Range: 0 to 4 V (max. –1 to 6 V)
Resolution: 5 mV (800 steps) Overload% Underrange% Elapsed time

Start time Start date Time

Legend:
V = Frequency weighting C or L
X = Frequency weighting A, C or L
Y = Time weighting F, S and I
Z = Time weighting F and S
Q = Exchange rate 4 dB or 5 dB (additional to the 3 dB exchange rate)

Note 1: When both detectors are set to RMS, it is not possible

to select the same frequency weighting for the two detectors.
Note 2: Time weightings F, S and I are available simultaneously.
Note 3: If the Aux 1 and Aux 2 sockets are used for input, the
signal(s) can be displayed and logged.
Note 4: Values for statistics are sampled 40 times a second
and are derived from the signal on the RMS with a
preselected time weighting (F, S or I). The class width is
0.5 dB. Seven percentiles (LXYN,T) are available during
measurement at user-selectable levels (1% – 99%).

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Specifications with BZ 7123 Frequency Analysis Software
DETECTORS Aux 2 OUTPUT
Simultaneous detection of spectrum and broadband parameters Connector: LEMO coaxial
Spectrum: 1/1-octave and 1/3-octave band filters with two DC Output Signal: DC version of the signal on the RMS detector
exponential time weightings (Fast, Slow) and a linear averaging (Fast, Inst), filtered through the currently selected band (delayed
detector 0.8 s). Short-circuit protected
Broadband: Two selectable exponential time weightings (Fast, Output: 0 to 4.0 V DC (50 mV/dB)
Slow) and a linear averaging detector Update Rate: 160 times per second
Selectable frequency weighting: A, C or Lin Max. Load: 10 kΩ || 1 nF
Overload Detector: Monitors all the frequency weighted Output Impedance: Typically 100 Ω
channels
FILTER SET SPECIFICATIONS (ZT 0328)
SAMPLE RATE
160 Hz STANDARDS
Conforms with the following:
DISPLAY IEC/EN 61260 (1995) Octave and 1/3-octave Bands Class 1
Spectrum: Bargraph display of current and averaged spectrum ANSI S1.11–1986 Octave and 1/3-octave Bands, Order 3, Type 1D
with cursor read-out plus broadband channel. Leq, LMin and LMax
can be selected for graphic display and read-out. OCTAVE AND 1/3-OCTAVE BAND FILTERS
Nominal 1/1-octave Band Centre Frequencies: 31.5 Hz, 63 Hz,
Broadband measurement: Range and quasi-analogue bar, plus
125 Hz, 250 Hz, 500 Hz, 1 kHz, 2 kHz, 4 kHz and 8 kHz
four measurement parameters that can be freely selected from
Nominal 1/3-octave Band Centre Frequencies: 20 Hz, 25 Hz,
all available parameters during measurements
31.5 Hz, 40 Hz, 50 Hz, 63 Hz, 80 Hz, 100 Hz, 125 Hz, 160 Hz,
MEASUREMENT CONTROL 200 Hz, 250 Hz, 315 Hz, 400 Hz, 500 Hz, 630 Hz, 800 Hz, 1 kHz,
Time/accuracy optimised scan time at three confident levels 1.25 kHz, 1.6 kHz, 2 kHz, 2.5 kHz, 3.15 kHz, 4 kHz, 5 kHz, 6.3 kHz,
(0.25, 0.5 or 1.0 dB), or manually selected dwell time in the range 8 kHz, 10 kHz and 12.5 kHz
1 s to 1 h
MEASUREMENTS
User selected number of scans (in the range 1 – 99) averaged into
Parameters measured in each frequency band:
one resulting spectrum
Aux 1 OUTPUT Leq LZMax LZMIN
Connector: LEMO coaxial
AC Output Signal: Range-adjusted AC output, filtered through Parameters in concurrent broadband measurement:
the currently selected band.
Short-circuit protected LXZp LXZInst LXZMax
Output: 1 V RMS corresponding to full-scale indication
Max. Load: 10 kΩ || 1 nF LXZMIN LXeq Overload%
Output Impedance: Typically 100 Ω
Underrange% Elapsed time Start time

Start date Time

Legend:
X = Frequency weighting A, C or L
Z = Time weighting F or S

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 Ordering Information
Type 2238-X (see exact order number from table)

Order number BZ 7126 BZ 7125 BZ 7124 BZ 7123 * Add "F" to include a 1/1-and 1/3-octave band filter set
Basic Enhanced Logging Frequency allowing you to select a frequency band as a frequency
SLM SLM SLM Analysis weighting.
Select models 2238–D, – E, – G, or – H to include automatic
2238–A* Mediator ●
frequency analysis with a pre-installed filter set. Later upgrade
2238–B* Mediator ● ● with the frequency analysis software BZ 7123 possible for other
models with a filter set installed.
2238–C* Mediator ● ● ●
In addition to the above order numbers, complete systems can
2238–D Mediator ● ● be ordered at special prices. A typical system would consist of:
• 2238 Mediator
2238–E Mediator ● ● ● ● • PC post-processing software (Type 7815 Noise Explorer, Type
7820/21 Evaluator or Type 7825 Protector, as applicable)
2238–F* Mediator ● ● • Sound Level Calibrator Type 4231
• Tripod UA 1251
2238–G Mediator ● ● ● • Windscreen UA 0237
2238–H Mediator ● ● ●
Please contact your local Brüel & Kjær representative for
information.

Accessories Included Services Available With Delivery

Type 4188 Prepolarized Free-field 1/2" Condenser 2238 CAF Accredited Calibration
Microphone 2238 CAI Accredited Initial Calibration
ZC 0030 Microphone Preamplifier For models with a filter set installed, order
AO 1442 RS– 232 Null Modem Cable ZT 0328 CAI in addition
KE 0323 Shoulder Bag
UA 1236 Protective Cover
QB 0013 4 Alkaline Batteries

Optional Accessories Upgrades

Type 7815 Noise Explorer Software 2238 MUF 1/1- and 1/3-octave band filter set with
Type 7820 Evaluator Software installation
Type 7821 Evaluator Light Software (Upgrade of models 2238–A, –B, –C and –F)
Type 7825 Protector Software Must be installed at a Brüel & Kjær service centre
Type 4231 Sound Level Calibrator BZ 7125 Enhanced Sound Level Meter Software
Type 4226 Multifunction Acoustic Calibrator Upgrade of models 2238 –A, –A– F, –D, –F,
Type 3592 Outdoor Gear –F–F and –H)
UA 1404 Outdoor Microphone Kit BZ 7124 Logging Sound Level Meter Software
Type 2322 A Portable Printer (European version) (Upgrade of models 2238–A, –A– F, – B, –B– F,
Type 2322 B Portable Printer (UK version) –D and – G)
Type 2322 C Portable Printer (US version) BZ 7123 Frequency Analysis Software
UA 1251 Lightweight Tripod (Upgrade of models 2238– A–F, – B–F, –C –F and
UA 0237 Windscreen (90 mm) – F– F)
AO 0560 Microphone Extension Cable (10 m)
AO 0561 Microphone Extension Cable (3 m) Software upgrades are delivered on disk, including installation
AO 0585 Cable from 2238 to audio input on a PC program; can be installed by the user. License certificate and
UA 1254 Microphone Cable Holder (for tripod) additional manual included. Serial number of instrument must
AO 0403 LEMO to BNC Cable (output/input cable) be stated when ordering software upgrades
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ZG 0386 Power Supply (European version)

ZG 0387 Power Supply (UK version)
ZG 0388 Power Supply (US version)
KE 0325 Carrying Case (with insert for Sound Level Meter,
Calibrator Type 4231, Portable Printer Type 2322
or Windscreen UA 0237, and Tripod UA 1251)
BP 1776 – 12

Brüel & Kjær reserves the right to change specifications and accessories without notice

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