SoundCam Ultra 3 Sensor

The SoundCam Ultra 3 Sensor is a compact, high-performance acoustic camera with real-time analysis in both the audible and ultrasonic frequency ranges. The large number of microphones generates high-resolution acoustic images with a wide dynamic range – allowing even weak sources to become visible alongside louder ones. An optical camera and a thermal imaging camera provide additional data for evaluations.

Thanks to its lightweight design and optional IP65 protection, the sensor is suitable for both stationary and mobile applications in harsh environments, such as on robots or drones. Typical applications include leak detection, partial discharge detection, and the monitoring of machines, animals, or traffic – even from greater distances and in noisy conditions.

USB, Ethernet with PoE, and programmable trigger I/Os enable easy integration into automation systems. The sensor can operate autonomously: triggers initiate measurements, data is stored locally, and can be transferred as needed. After power outages, the system restarts automatically.

The device combines precise acoustic monitoring, robust construction, and versatile interfaces in a compact system – making it ideal for demanding monitoring and automation tasks.

Uses and Applications:
– Compressed Air/Gas Leak Localization
– Vacuum Leak Localization
– Partial Discharge Localization
– Condition-Based Monitoring
– Animal Studies
– Non-Destructive Testing

Software

All SoundCam systems use the same award-winning SoundCam and optional Noise Inspector Software

– SoundCam Software –

The SoundCam software is a point-and-measure real-time software. It allows you to fine-tune your measurements and then store up to 60s of measurement data on a rolling basis so when you see what you want, then store it. You can also take pictures and create videos. Event-based detection and documentation are available using sound-level or spectrum-based triggers that will automatically save the measurement and pictures. Data stored by the SoundCam software is pre-processed beamforming data that can be replayed with different level scaling. For more advanced after-the-fact processing you will need the Noise Inspector software.

– Noise Inspector –

Noise Inspector is a data collection and analysis software that operates on Windows PC. Unlike the SoundCam software which is primarily designed for real-time analysis and storing beamformed data, Noise Inspector stores the entire data stream, from all microphones, which then can be processed after the fact. Noise inspector is a better option when:

– You have limited time to collect data or only have a single opportunity at collecting data
– Desire or require to process and analyze data later time
– Need to analyze a complex situation
– Require High-Definition or use of different beamforming algorithms.