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News Release from: Testo | Subject: Reading FC
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Team on 09 April 2002
Meter keeps sound practice at Reading FC
A portable sound level meter from Hampshire firm Testo has provided a simple solution to PA volume problems at Reading FC's home ground, the Madejski Stadium.
A portable sound level meter from Hampshire firm Testo has provided a simple solution to PA volume problems at Reading FC's home ground, the Madejski Stadium At the start of the 2001/2002 football season, Reading FC received complaints from supporters regarding the PA system in certain parts of the ground
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 21 May 2008 at 8.00am (UK)
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While some supporters commented on the excessive volume, others complained that it could not be heard.
The club decided to acquire a reliable and accurate sound meter so that its operations manager Jeff Adams could measure the volume in specific areas of the stadium and balance the sound levels uniformly.
Portability, accuracy and ease of use were essential requirements, all met by the Testo 815.
The Testo 815 is a compact handheld sound level meter, weighing just 170g.
It features an attachable microphone to avoid measurement errors, digital noise suppression to ensure accuracy and easy calibration via buttons.
A delighted Jeff Adams comments, "The meter has four ranges that cover accurately the full spectrum of measurements we required.
Since adjusting the volumes in concert with the sound meter we have received no further complaints". Request a free brochure from Testo ...
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