PRODUCT DATA

Predictor – LimA Software Suite — Types 7810

The Intuitive Solution for Environmental Noise Calculation and Mapping

The Predictor – LimA software suite is an extremely

efficient software package for environmental noise
projects. The suite bundles the intuitive Predictor™
software and the powerful LimA™ software in one
integrated state-of-the-art package that provides the best
solution for whichever project you have. Predictor and
LimA use the state-of-the-art LimA calculation cores with
huge capacity and high calculation speed so that you get
results quickly while reducing your investment in
computing power.

Predictor has a fast learning curve, enabling you to work

efficiently, even for infrequent use. Modelling is easy with
its intuitive and unique multi-model view and unlimited
undo/redo functionality. Being powerful and intuitive with
macros for automated model changes, you can model
real life quickly, easily and accurately, even in complex
situations.

LimA is powerful and highly flexible. Its openness eases

integration with external data sets, calculation components
and other systems. It includes powerful macro functionality
with automated data manipulation and advanced
geometric handling for modelling without the need to use other software such as GIS (Geographical Information Systems).

Depending on the task, you can use the tool that suits you and the task best for efficient, powerful environmental noise calculation and
analysis. Together, the suite allows you to do most of your projects quickly and easily, with the intuitive functionality of Predictor and
the flexibility of LimA. In addition, the LimA system provides you with the tools to do in-depth specialist work and fully integrate
environmental noise calculations in other systems.

Uses and Features

Uses Features
• Environmental noise mapping, management, action planning • Fast learning curve, even for infrequent use
and impact assessment • Accurate and intuitive modelling, also for complex situations
• Fulfillment of European Commission directives such as • Fast calculations, among the fastest on the market
Environmental Noise Directive (2002/49/EC) in accordance • Time saving integrated bookkeeping for model data and
with Guidelines on Revised Interim Computation Methods results
(2003/613/EC) • Powerful result analysis and what if scenarios
• Fulfillment of the IPPC Directive (2008/1/EC) and similar • Integration in environmental management, traffic management
• Educational purposes and Geographical Information Systems (GIS) as noise-
• Integration in other (GIS/management) systems calculation core
• Automated Reverse Engineering and Instant Noise Maps
using measurements
• Make use of automated work flows (incl. calculation, plots, etc.)
The Software Suite

The Predictor – LimA software suite bundles the intuitive Predictor software and the powerful LimA software
in one integrated state-of-the-art software package. In the suite, Predictor and LimA can be used as stand-
alone applications or as one integrated application by using the LimA-Link option in Predictor. Because
Predictor and LimA both use the same fast LimA calculation cores, there is no difference in calculation
speed or calculation capacity.

The intention of this concept is to support users to the widest extent possible, offering easy access to
problem solving for the whole range of analysis in environmental acoustics whether:
• small or large models
• simple or complex geometry
• well-prepared input data or raw data that have been set up for very different purposes
• standard or highly customised analysis
• task is processed by well-trained personnel or requires highly guided processing for less trained personnel

The suite offers three basic implementations:

1. Predictor including LimA-Link: With the intuitive and powerful Predictor user interface, most of the
environmental problems can be handled quickly and easily. With the LimA-Link option, raw model data
can be transferred from Predictor to LimA, be modified in LimA and transferred back to Predictor all in an
automated and macro controlled manner.
2. LimA: For calculation standards not supported by Predictor or projects were specific analysis is needed.
3. LimA integrated in other (GIS) systems: For implementing environmental noise calculation and
analysis functionality in other systems.

Predictor Software Features and Benefits

Fast Learning Curve, even for Infrequent Use

Fig. 1 Predictor has the most intuitive interface available.
The unique Model More than any other noise calculation software,
Manager is the central Predictor has been designed according to the
point for all data Windows® software design guide, helping you to be
access in a Predictor
familiar with it from the very start. Predictor’s
project
intuitive interface and well organised project
structure is designed to guide and support you, so
you can spend your time more efficiently and focus
on the project and not on the software. All scenarios
and action plans are maintained within one
Predictor project. This enables you to focus on your
work and not spend valuable time searching for the
correct files on the network.

Accurate and Straightforward Modelling, also for Complex Situations

Predictor’s intuitive functionality, including powerful (GIS) import and 2D/3D edit options, will enable you to
handle all kind of projects in an efficient manner. Complex situations with undulating terrain, fly-overs,
bridges and indoor/outdoor calculations, or large projects with hundreds of thousands of objects, can be set
up just as easily and straightforwardly as a simple noise map for an industry or a stretch of road. Predictor
also supports the use of macros for efficient automation of geometrical processing.

Fast Calculations – Among the Fastest on the Market

Predictor uses LimA’s state-of-the-art calculation cores, which have been independently proven to be the
fastest calculation cores available for Calculation of Road and Traffic Noise (CRTN) calculations. The LimA
calculation cores have a huge capacity and high calculation speed so that you get results quickly while
reducing your investment in computing power.

Time-saving Integrated Bookkeeping for Model Data and Results

Any noise calculation project comprises both input data and results, requiring a consistency between the two
at all times, so that the results you report are what you modelled. To ensure this consistency, Predictor

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 monitors the results at all times and new input data is validated immediately at entry time. This is unlike any
other noise calculation software.

Results that are invalid due to modifications in the input data are automatically set to be recalculated. This
unique and automated validation feature not only reduces recalculation time but, more importantly, ensures
that results are always up-to-date and consistent with the input data. Reported results are, therefore, always
reproducible, saving valuable time and leading to higher quality.

Powerful Result Analysis and What-if Scenarios

By using intuitive tables, Predictor ranks the individual noise sources (or groups of noise sources) on
demand, clearly showing the importance of each source (or group of sources). This functionality enables
rapid troubleshooting and notifications on noise reduction activities. The effects of noise reduction can also
be studied by introducing a reduction to the emission of a source (or groups).

Predictor immediately makes available “what-if” results, for example, “What if the speed of traffic is
increased from 10 km/h to 100 km/h?” Or, “What happens if all exhaust ventilators are reduced by 6 dB?”
What-if analysis is provided without you having to start a new calculation. In addition, colour-coded, sound
pressure contours visualise the situation in an easy to understand way and with the multi-model view,
scenarios can easily be compared.

Predictor User Interface Examples

Fig. 2
Left: The intuitive
multi-model view
enables you to have
several models open
at the same time
Right: Model view of
Arnhem, Holland with
70000 buildings and
2500 roads on a
satellite image as
background

Fig. 3
Left: Model with
thematic display of
building heights in
the centre of Arnhem
on a satellite image
as background,
enabling easier
quality assurance of
the model
Right: Model view
with multi-layer DXF
background as snap
option for items
(buildings, roads
etc.), enabling faster
modelling

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Fig. 4
Left: 3D view of
Blanes in Spain with
terrain model. Items
such as buildings are
mapped on top of the
terrain model making
it easy to create real-
life models from input
data
Right: 3D view with
horizontal and
vertical contours. The
outdoor sound power
levels of the emitting
façades and roofs
are automatically
calculated based on
indoor noise level
and insulation
materials

Fig. 5
Left: Cross-section
view of road with
embankment and
cantilever barrier
Right: Wind turbine
item attribute
window. The
equivalent sound
power level at turbine
height is calculated
based on turbine
height, cut-in speed,
cut-out speed, wind
speed statistics and
sound power per
wind speed at 10 m
height

LimA Software Features and Benefits

Software Concept
LimA’s software design has been built upon an open structure that provides a high level of customisation.

Different tasks are handled by different modules and can, therefore, be delegated to other processors or
machines. Also, the geometry manipulation tools, which are provided in the graphical user interface, can be
used for parallel background processing for large projects with millions of objects that need to be handled.

While a single model file may be limited in its size, depending on the operating system, it is no problem for
LimA to deal with model data stored in thousands of files. LimA modules run under Windows® desktop and
server systems, either 32- or 64-bit.

Flexibility
With the LimA concept, many different regulations for environmental acoustic analysis are supported. In
addition, it offers the chance to use the user-defined model data for other purposes, for example, solar
radiation or air pollution analysis.

Efficiency in setting up large data models is ensured by a range of external data formats, which are
supported in both importing and exporting, among them CityGML, the INSPIRE* conforming standard of the
Open Geospatial Consortium, Inc. (OGC®). A comprehensive set of data manipulation tools help to refine
raw data that cannot be directly used for acoustic analysis. To customise data, you can introduce your own

* Infrastructure for Spatial Information in the European Community (INSPIRE)

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object types, define new attributes and configure online help and input selection. Even introducing a
customised DLL for manipulating attribute content based on user input is possible.

Extensibility
LimA’s software architecture and its extremely fast calculation speed make it the preferred software for
integration with other tools. LimA modules can run behind external software with interface tools to other
solutions. Tools and functionality include:
• LimAarc: Plug-in tool for ArcGIS®
• on-demand noise mapping Day, Evening, Night (oDEN): Server based user interface for noise calculation
via the Internet
• GKZ Organizer: Provides automated processing of noise maps, starting with collecting model data from
Web Service, then calculates noise and exposure, prepares results graphics and finally reports
• MapWindow GIS: An Open Source GIS tool. It can be used to set up LimA models, display results and
organise calculation requests
• Linux support: Nearly all LimA modules are available for Linux-based operating systems

Accuracy
The “method of projection” is widely seen as the most accurate approach to source segmentation in
environmental acoustics. Stapelfeldt introduced it to the market with LimA in 1989, since when it has been
taken up by all major commercial calculation software. In LimA, this method is also applied for reflection
analysis. Another unique feature is LimA’s geometry analysis for lateral diffraction, which finds the shortest
sound path in complex 3D situations.

Result tables are available in a scalable degree of detail, which can include the same detailed information for
direct and reflected sound paths.

Macro Ability
LimA’s user interface supports menu driven interaction as well as command line input. Individual commands
can be combined to powerful “one line” sequences or written to macro files, thus allowing use in any project.

Commands support a range of functionalities:

• Geometry manipulation
• Attribute manipulation
• Handling of variables
• External file I/O
• Search loops, IF and WHILE constructions, calling of other macros

Where more complex data manipulation is needed, it is good practice to design the intended workflow first
by writing a macro and applying it to the model data. This ensures a clear and documented overview over
the whole process, avoids tedious work, and, if needed, the job can be redone by a simple button click. For
large amounts of data, this approach is far more efficient than conventional Windows® techniques.

Workflows
Macros may call up processes by other LimA or third party software, wait for results and then continue their
job. Thus, workflows can organise the whole noise mapping task including uploading data via the Web
Feature Service; pre-processing model data; calculating grid, façade and QA values; converting results into
graphics and statistics; and, uploading results.

Other workflows may, for instance: compare two alternative façade calculations; find the worst noise level for
each building; mark this position in a graphic and label the noise level and its change; create a tabular list;
and, plot and export the results to shape.

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LimA User Interface and Integration Examples

Fig. 6
Left: Model view with
calculated noise
contours in a stadium
using 3D
loudspeaker
directivity
Right: Model view
with estimated sound
power levels of
unknown sources at
three heights for a
petrochemical plant
using Reverse
Engineering

Fig. 7
Left: Model view
showing coloured
buildings. The
colours represent the
most relevant Noise
Emitter Group, for
example, a specific
road or industrial
compound
Right: Overview of a
40000 km2 area that
was split up in
10×10 km tiles for
automated data
refinement by LimA
macros

Fig. 8
Left: Example of the
oDEN web-based
user interface
showing 3D LimA
model data on a
satellite image
Right: Example of
the LimAarc (ArcGIS
plug-in tool) user
interface showing 3D
LimA model data and
calculated contours
using external LimA
modules

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Fig. 9
Left: Model view with
air quality contours
as a result of linking
LimA with freeware
AUSTAL
Right: 3D model
view showing the
noise contours on the
terrain and the
contours of the
shadowing sunshine
hours on the façade

Configurations and Options

Configurations
The Predictor – LimA software suite is available in several configurations to match various applications and
budgets. All configurations include the intuitive Predictor interface, SourceDB with the Imagine Sound Power
database, and Georeference for quickly creating georeference models from aerial photos. All configurations
also include dual core support and a model license, allowing modelling with the Predictor system on several
linked PCs.

See Table1 for an overview of all configurations.

• Predictor – LimA Plus Type 7810-A: Predictor – LimA Plus enables you to calculate the majority of
models used for environmental impact assessments. LimA-Link is also included for advanced geometrical
processing of Predictor models in LimA. Acoustic Determinator is included to ease creation of sources
with real life noise data. Predictor – Lima Plus is the ideal multi-purpose tool for environmental noise
mapping and impact assessment and can be used to fulfil the IPPC Directive (2008/1/EC)
• Predictor – LimA Advanced Type 7810-B: Predictor – LimA Advanced enables you to calculate noise
contours for large models for all methods. The software includes both Acoustic Determinator and
Predictor Analyst. LimA-Link is also included for advanced geometrical processing of Predictor models in
LimA. Predictor – LimA Advanced is the ideal multi-purpose tool for environmental noise mapping,
management and impact assessment. It can be used for fulfilment of European Commission directives
such as Environmental Noise Directive (2002/49/EC), in accordance with Guidelines on Revised Interim
Computation Methods (2003/613/13 EC) and the European Commission's Assessment of Exposure to
Noise Working Groups Good Practice Guide, as well as fulfilment of the IPPC Directive (2008/1/EC).
• Predictor – LimA ISO/BS 5228 Type 7810-C: Predictor – LimA ISO/BS 5228 enables you to calculate
standard-sized models. Three calculation methods based on ISO 9613: ISO industry (octaves), ISO
industry (1/3-octaves) and ISO road (octaves); as well as the British BS 5228 standard, are supported. In
the ISO road method, the Dutch SRM 2 source model for road traffic is included. It can be used to fulfil the
IPPC Directive (2008/1/EC).
Predictor – LimA ISO/BS 5228 is the ideal tool for consultants who are doing assessment and impact
studies for industrial noise
• Predictor – LimA XPS Type 7810-D: Predictor – LimA XPS enables you to calculate standard-sized
models according to the French XPS/NMPB (road and rail) EU-interim method for road traffic noise. It is
the ideal tool for consultants who are mainly doing assessment and impact studies for road traffic noise.
• Predictor – LimA Harmonoise Type 7810-E: Predictor – LimA Harmonoise enables you to calculate
noise contours for standard-sized models, according to the Harmonoise Engineering method. It is the
ideal tool for authorities, consultants, universities and other educational institutions, who want to use this
state-of-the-art method. It was used by the members of Work Package 3 of the European Harmonoise
project for validation of the method
• Predictor – LimA DAL 32 Type 7810-F: Predictor – LimA DAL 32 enables you to calculate standard-sized
models, according to the Nordic DAL 32 method. It is the ideal tool for consultants who are doing
assessment and impact studies for industrial noise in Nordic countries and can be used to fulfil the IPPC
Directive (2008/1/EC)
• Predictor – LimA Standard Type 7810-G: Predictor – LimA Standard enables you to calculate standard-
sized models for all methods. LimA-Link is included for advanced geometrical processing of Predictor models
in LimA. It is ideal for consultants who want a general purpose tool for assessment and impact studies for
industrial noise and for road traffic noise and can be used to fulfil the IPPC Directive (2008/1/EC)

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 Options
Fig. 10 Georeference (included with all configurations):
Example of Georeference is used to calibrate bitmaps for use on
Georeference window local coordinate systems. After the bitmap is calibrated,
showing Google it can be used directly in Predictor as a background
Earth™ bitmap and map. This enables quick creation of impressive models
local and global
that geometrically fit in with other models and data.
coordinates for a
certain location in
Denmark

Fig. 11 SourceDB (included with all configurations):

Example of SourceDB SourceDB is a convenient software for maintaining
window showing a databases with 1/3-octave sound power levels for
shipyard in the Imagine industrial sources. Sources can be points, lines or
database with an areas. Additional information like drive type and
average sound power
industry type can added as well as measurement
level of 72.4 dB/m2
conditions and pictures. Formulas can be stored in the
database to calculate the sound power level using a
powerful script programming language. With the Copy
to Predictor option, sound powers can be used directly
in a Predictor model.

The software also includes the Imagine database. The

Imagine database is developed for the European
“Improved Methods for the Assessment of the Generic
Impact of Noise in the Environment” (IMAGINE)
project and includes industrial noise sources and supplies data for applications in situations where
measurement results cannot be used. The sources range from very specific individual noise sources (for
example, a fork lift truck) to sound power levels for types of industry as a whole. For each source, formulas can
be found that can be used to predict sound power levels based on power consumption, rpm, etc.

Fig. 12 Acoustic Determinator (included with

Example of Acoustic Predictor – LimA Software Types 7810-A/B):
Determinator window Acoustic Determinator is used to determine the
showing the project sound power levels of industrial noise sources by
tree structure and the
measuring the sound pressure level according to
internal acoustic
ISO 3744, ISO 3746 and ISO 8297, as well as eight
spreadsheet for dB
averaging, cumulating
Dutch calculation methods (see Fig. 12). The sound
and spectra weighting power levels calculated in Acoustic Determinator
can be exported to SourceDB or used directly as
input for a noise source in a Predictor model.

Acoustic Determinator is also available as separate

product, Type 7816.

Fig. 13 Predictor Analyst (included with Predictor – LimA

Example Predictor Software Type 7810-B): This module has advanced
Analyst windows GIS-like functionality for organising, accumulation,
showing noise viewing, analysing and publishing (on the Internet) of
contours from different
noise maps (see example in Fig. 13). The Analyst
sources and their
module enables you to obtain data that is required
accumulation exported
to, and shown on, a according to the EU Environmental Noise Directive,
website without the need to use an expensive GIS system.
Both cumulated and difference maps can be created.
All maps can be combined with demographic GIS data
files to determine the noise exposure (of people/
dwellings). Results from different calculation software
can be combined together.

Predictor Analyst is also available as a separate

product, Type 7813.

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 Optional Software Packages
• LimA Aircraft Module BZ-5441: Enables calculation of aircraft noise in accordance with ECAC Doc. 29
and the German AzB method, and allows simulation of a moving point source
• Calculation Client BZ-5552: Enables Predictor – LimA Advanced Type 7810-B calculation licenses with 2-
core support on two additional workstations within the same network environment as the main Predictor –
LimA package, for increased calculation speed of large and very large models
• 4-core Support for Predictor – LimA Plus BZ-5703: Enables four cores for calculation on a single PC
running Predictor – LimA Plus Type 7810-A for increased calculation speed
• 4-core Support Predictor – LimA Advanced BZ-5704: Enables four cores for calculation on a single PC
running Predictor – LimA Advanced Type 7810-B or Calculation Client BZ-5552 for increased calculation
speed of large models
• 8-core Support BZ-5890: Enables eight cores for calculation on a single PC running Predictor – LimA
Advanced Type 7810-B or Calculation Client BZ-5552, for increased calculation speed of large models
• LimA Graphical User Interface BZ-5700: Enables use of LimA on a second computer for the creation and
viewing of models and results created using the main Predictor – LimA software suite

Customised Versions and Add-Ons

Upon request, customised versions and add-ons can be developed for all software within the Predictor – LimA
software suite.

Examples of customer-specific add-ons for LimA:

• Single file convertors for: ArcGIS, ArcView®, ArcInfo®, Atlas GIS™, GeoMedia®, MapInfo®, MOSS/MX,
SICAD® SD, SICAD SQD, SoundPLAN® (ASCII), VISUM®, ESZI and GRANIS
• LimAsol: Solar radiation and shadowing analysis
• AUSTAL, IMMISnet, IMMISLuft: Air quality and meteorological modelling modules
• Support of Web Feature Services (WFS-T) and Web Coverage Services (WCS), in order to exchange
data with external servers via the Internet
• Automated macros for advanced geometrical handling

For more information concerning customised versions and specific add-on’s, contact your local Brüel & Kjær
representative.

Support and Services

A valid Predictor – LimA Software Support and Maintenance Agreement gives you the right to all Predictor –
LimA Software patches and upgrades within the subscription period, ensuring that you have the latest and
best supported tools. It is also your security for getting quick and professional help when you need it, saving
time and money. If you ever experience a software problem with Predictor – LimA, the agreement entitles
you to support from local and, where required, global Predictor – LimA experts. Brüel & Kjær guarantees
response to your Predictor – LimA problem within two working days after we have received your request.

The first year's subscription to Brüel & Kjær's Predictor – LimA Software Support and Maintenance
Agreement is included in all packages.

To optimise your use of Predictor – LimA, we recommend that you ensure that this agreement is valid at all
times. The agreement can be automatically renewed to ensure that you are always covered while saving you
money, as renewals cost less than single year agreements.

In addition, Brüel & Kjær offers both product (Predictor – LimA) and application (calculation and mapping)
training courses to holders of valid agreements at advantageous rates. Courses are held at: the Brüel & Kjær
University (located at the corporate headquarters); national training facilities; on-site at a customer location;
and distance learning via webinars.

Predictor – LimA training courses enable you to get the most out of your software. Application training
courses are not product-specific and give you an insight into calculation software and applications in
general, thus improving your use and understanding of them. See www.bksv.com for more information about
training courses.

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Specifications – Predictor Software

PROJECT VIEWING AND VERIFICATION

File: Open, close, zip, install demonstration project, list recent used projects • Display options, backgrounds (SHP/MIF/DXF/DWG/BMP/JPG),
Model Manager: Areas, versions, models Georeference (bitmap calibration)
Import: Items from SHP/MIF/DXF/TXT/GMF; measurements from Sound • Zoom (in/out/window/previous/selection/boundaries/extents/pan)
Level Meter Types 2260/2250; models from Predictor projects • Multi-model view, 3D view with edit option, cross-section view, measure
Export: Items to SHP/MIF/TXT/GMF/KML (Google Earth); results to distance view
SHP/DXF/TXT/KML; model to Predictor project • Table of item attributes, list of selected items, list of attributes
• Check model, check links, remove duplicates
MODEL
• Select background model, compare foreground and back ground model
Model Information: Method, make final option, model boundaries
(items)
Sources: Wind turbine, point source, line source, area source, emitting
façade, emitting roof, moving point source, road, railway CALCULATION
Objects: Barrier (including cantilever option), bridge, building, foliage • Batch calculation, selective calculation (hor. grids/vert. grids/ receivers,
region, ground region, housing region, industrial site contour points), test calculation (with export to SHP for displaying
Ground Model: Height line, height point propagation paths), ground model calculation
Calculation Points: Receiver, horizontal grid, vertical grid, contour point • Calculation settings: meteorological correction, ground attenuation,
Miscellaneous: DIV point, DIV line, DIV area, address point, GPS point optimization (fetching radius, dynamic error margin), air absorption,
Groups: Unlimited nested grouping structure for sources order of reflection, result storage (source/group/total)
Periods: Time periods for day, evening, night and compound (Lden) period • Server settings for Calculation Client BZ-5552
EDIT RESULTS AND SCENARIO COMPARISONS
• Undo/redo, delete, copy/paste/paste special (as other item), snap (with • Table of results, table of comparisons (results/control values), table of
offset to items or DXF background), move, rotate, rescale and simplify control, control values, group reductions
• Multi-edit, polyline/polygon edit (add/insert/remove node, swap nodes, • Contours (transparent/cumulated/difference), result labels, active
break/join/connect) period, active group
• Search and select (on item attributes), select (all, from active group, • Building results (on address points)
invert, group, ungroup, window, within user-defined area)
REPORTING
• Batch create items (parallel items/contour points around sources/
Print Results: From all result tables with interactive preview of selected
receivers on façades)
receivers, number of sources, ranking, columns, groups and group
• Import from SourceDB (sound power database), Import from Acoustic
reductions (Printer/PDF/RTF/XLS/BMP/JPG/WMF)
Determinator Type 7816*, LimA-Link* (export/import), add receiver or
Print Items: With re-usable item profiles (Printer/PDF/RTF/XLS/BMP/
source from measurement
JPG/WMF)
Print Model: With interactive preview and re-usable print templates
(Printer/PDF)
ANALYSIS
*
Dependent on configuration. See Table1. Predictor Analyst Type 7813*

Specifications – LimA Software

PROJECT • Supporting the most complex terrain modelling features (contour lines,
• Customised project settings, based on configurable template embankments, escarpment edges, terrain construction lines (reshaping
• Bookkeeping of user actions in user related log files as well as central terrain, e.g., along planed road), regular or irregular grid)
project log file Macros: Support complex geometry processing (e.g., "create
• Selectable sub-sets of objects and regulations embankment along a number of adjacent non-parallel 3D railway tracks"
• Support of automated merge of data setup or modified by several or "pass on attribute information to matching objects")
people in parallel Open Data Structure: For background or project related database for:
• Customisable template files preset dialog menus depending on • Meteorological data
intended task • Emission Spectra
• Automated workflows support fully automated processing of complex • Reflection and transmission loss
tasked • Directivity including frequency related and omni-directional (5/
• Semi-automated workflows can guide user action 10 degree resolution) directivity of loudspeakers
• User-defined DLL will support any kind of object attribute manipulation Import/Export: Vector/attribute data from DXF (AutoCAD®), SHAPE
(for example, design emission model based on new object "bus lane" (GIS), measurement data from Sound Level Meters Types 2260/2250,
with extra attributes) TNM (FHWA), KML (Google Earth), Predictor models
• Tracking of model modifications, using attributes such as User, Date,
VIEWING AND VERIFICATION
Period of validity, Origin of data, Modification index
• Bitmaps in fore- or background
INPUT • Colour and pen coding according to attributes
• Digitize data on screen or on tableau • Automated guidance to objects recognised as critical during model
• Attribute input supports database link, text list link (using Ident of up to setup in calculation core
64 characters) • 3D OpenGL viewing with moving camera on track or automated
• Command loops help to efficiently edit large number of objects (for collection of screenshots for sensitive positions
example, add 3 m height to all buildings of height 12 m in a certain region) • Video style display of changes in noise maps (for example, bypass of
• More than 40 "Geometry Processing Features" (simple ones such as aircraft)
"move polygon" or complex ones such as "concatenate façade • Automated statistics on objects and attribute content
segments into buildings") • Manipulation of objects can be automatically reported to any text file

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CALCULATION • Uncertainty analysis with respect to a range of influences
• Supports: Wide range of regulations; octaves and 1/3-octaves • Optimizing barriers (also grouped barriers) with respect to interaction of
• 24 emission attributes to calculate hourly data for a whole day screening effects
• Generate separate result columns to document influence of groups of • Non-stationary sources (checking for worth or best position)
sources • Finding optimal positions for a source with respect to surround
• User control of result quality while tuning speed settlements (find suitable wind park position)
• Server concept for up to 250 LimA servers in a network environment • Create "logical" noise maps, showing the areas where certain sources
• Scalable report tables offer deep insight into calculation, separately or "noise emitter groups" contribute the dominant noise level
showing detailed geometry parameters of the sound path for each • Instant Noise Map, using measurement to automatically adjust a noise
reflection and listing the relevant reflectors. Also supporting visual check map
• During each calculation a model file is created which keeps track of the
REPORTING AND EXPORT
data how it has been used after all internal processing
• Create plots in HPGL or EMF format
• Export results to KML
Wide range of analysis features, including:
• Create all kinds of statistics with built-in general statistics tools
• Reverse Engineering defines source levels from measurements in
• Analysis of quality of results, depending on calculation parameters,
complex environment with respect to background noise, multiple
according to DIN 45687
unknown sources (octaves supported)
• Fixing quotas to optimize industrial land use next to settlements

Configuration Overview

Table1 Overview of Predictor – LimA Software Suite Type 7810 configurations

Type Type Type Type Type Type Type

7810-B 7810-A 7810-G 7810-C 7810-D 7810-E 7810-F

ISO,
Calculation Method All* All* All* XPS Harmonoise DAL
BS 5228

Model Size† Advanced Plus Standard Standard Standard Standard Standard

Predictor Software (incl. SourceDB

      
and Georeference)

LimA-Link    – – – –

LimA Software    – – – –

Acoustic Determinator (Type 7816)   O O O O O

Predictor Analyst (Type 7813)  O O O O O O

LimA Aircraft Module BZ-5441 O O O – – – –

LimA Graphic User Interface BZ-5700 O O O – – – –

arc
LimA ArcGIS Plug-in WT-9686 O O O – – – –
4-core Support for Predictor–LimA
O O – – – – –
Plus BZ-5703

4-core Support for Predictor–LimA

O O – – – – –
Advanced BZ-5704

8-core Support‡ BZ-5890 O – – – – – –

Calculation Client BZ-5552 O – – – – – –

Key:
 included
– not included
O optional add-on
*
All = ISO 9613, DAL 32, Harmonoise, CRTN, RMR – SRM2, NMPB – XPS 31 – 133, BS 5228, and for LimA system only: MSZ 15036, RLS 90, DIN 18005, RVS 3.02,
UT2.1 – 302, VDI 2714 – 2720 – 2571, OAL 28, SCHALL 03, AKUSTIK 04, TRANSRAPID, OAL 20, CRN, MSZ 2904, VBUS, VBUSch, VBUF and VBUI
†
Size per model without tiling: Advanced – 200000 emittors and 1000000 obstacle or terrain edges; Plus – 12000 emittors and 60000 obstacle edges; Standard – 4000
emittors and 20000 obstacle edges
‡ For additional cores, contact your local Brüel & Kjær representative

Recommended PC for Predictor – LimA Software Suite Type 7810

Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor 2.8 GHz with Microsoft® Windows® XP or For calculation of large Advanced models, tiling is recommended in
Windows® 7, 2 GB RAM, SVGA graphics display/adaptor with OpenGL® combination with Calculation Client add-ons and/or the multi-core option
support, mouse or other pointing device for multi-processor computers
At least 1 GB of free disk space, plus disk space used as a working area

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 Ordering Information

Type 7810-A Predictor – LimA Plus OPTIONAL SOFTWARE

Type 7810-B Predictor – LimA Advanced BZ-5703 4-core Support for Predictor – LimA Plus
Type 7810-C Predictor – LimA ISO 9613/BS 5228 BZ-5704 4-core Support Predictor – LimA Advanced
Type 7810-D Predictor – LimA XPS BZ-5890 8-core Support
Type 7810-E Predictor – LimA Harmonoise BZ-5441 LimA Aircraft Module
Type 7810-F Predictor – LimA DAL 32 BZ-5700 LimA Graphic User Interface
Type 7810-G Predictor – LimA Standard WT-9686 LimAarc ArcGIS Plug-in
All the above license packages include:
All Predictor – LimA Software Suite Type 7810 configurations include the • License files via e-mail
following accessories:
• Program protection key (Hasp key) BZ-5552 Calculation Client
• License file(s) via e-mail Includes:
• Installation Manual • Program protection keys (2)
• Predictor – LimA Software Suite Software Maintenance, Upgrade and • License files via e-mail
Support Agreement for first 12 months after purchase
Type 7813 Predictor Analyst Software
Type 7816 Acoustic Determinator Software
AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES
Type 2250 Hand-held Analyzer
Type 2260 Investigator™, 2-channel Sound Level Meter
Type 2270 Hand-held Analyzer

SERVICES
7810-A-MS1 Software Support and Upgrade Agreement (1 year) BZ-5552-MS1 Software Support and Upgrade Agreement (1 year)
for 7810-A for BZ-5552
7810-A-MS2 7810-A/7812-B Version 7/5.5 Upgrade including BZ-5552-MS2 BZ-5552 Version 6 Upgrade including BZ-5552-MS1
7810-A-MS1 BZ-5700-MS1 Software Support and Upgrade Agreement (1 year)
7810-B-MS1 Software Support and Upgrade Agreement (1 year) for BZ-5700
for 7810-B BZ-5700-MS2 BZ-5700 Version 5.5 Upgrade including BZ-5700-
7810-B-MS2 7810-B/7812-C Version 7/5.5 Upgrade including MS1
7810-B-MS1 BZ-5703-MS1 Software Support and Upgrade Agreement (1 year)
7810-C-MS1 Software Support and Upgrade Agreement (1 year) for BZ-5703
for 7810-C BZ-5703-MS2 BZ-5703 Version 6 Upgrade incl. BZ-5703-MS1
7810-C-MS2 7810-C Version 7 Upgrade including 7810-C-MS1 BZ-5704-MS1 Software Support and Upgrade Agreement (1 year)
7810-D-MS1 Software Support and Upgrade Agreement (1 year) for BZ-5704
for 7810-D BZ-5704-MS2 BZ-5704 Version 6 Upgrade including BZ-5704-MS1
7810-D-MS2 7810-D Version 7 Upgrade including 7810-D-MS1 BZ-5890-MS1 Software Support and Upgrade Agreement (1 year)
7810-E-MS1 Software Support and Upgrade Agreement (1 year) for BZ-5890
for 7810-E Version 8 BZ-5890-MS2 Version 6 Upgrade including BZ-5890-MS1
7810-E-MS2 7810-E Version 7 Upgrade including 7810-E-MS1 BZ-5441-MS1 Software Support and Upgrade Agreement (1 year)
7810-F-MS1 Software Support and Upgrade Agreement (1 year) for BZ-5441
for 7810-F BZ-5441-MS2 BZ-5441 Version 5 Upgrade incl. BZ-5441-MS1
7810-F-MS2 7810-F Version 7 Upgrade including 7810-F-MS1
7810-G-MS1 Software Support and Upgrade Agreement (1 year) Predictor – LimA training courses
for 7810-G Calculation and mapping training courses

2010-11
7810-G-MS2 7810-G/7812-A Version 7/5.5 including 7810-G-MS1

7810-X-100 Upgrade to 7810-A from 7810-C/D/E/F including

BP 1602 – 26
7810-A-MS1
7810-X-200 Upgrade to 7810-B from 7810-A including
7810-B-MS1
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TRADEMARKS
Predictor and Investigator are trademarks of Brüel& Kjær Sound and Vibration Measurement A/S · SoundDB and Georeference are trademarks of DGMR · AutoCAD is a
registered trademark of Autodesk, Inc. · ArcView, ArcGIS and ArcInfo are registered trademarks and Atlast GIS is a trademark of Environmental Systems Research
Institute, Inc. · GeoMedia is a registered trademark of Intergraph Corporation · Google Earth is a trademark of Google Inc. in the United States and/or other countries · Intel
is a registered trademark and Core is a trademark of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and/or other countries · LimA is a trademark of Stapelfeldt
Ingenieurgesellschaft mbH in Germany · MapInfo is a registered trademark of Map Info. Corporation · Microsoft, Windows Vista and Windows are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries · OGC is a registered trademark of Open Spatial Consortium, Inc. · OpenGL is a registered trademark of
Silicon Graphics, Inc. · SICAD is a registered trademark of SICAD Geomatics GmbH & Co. · SoundPLAN is a registered trademark of Braunstein + Berndt GmbH · VISUM
is a registered trademark of Planung Transport Verkehr AG

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