Yes, the XL2 Sound Level Meter with the measurement microphone M2230 directly attached, the Shroud and the TA-Option is a type approved instrument.
XL2-TA Sound Level Meter with attached measurement microphone
Type-approval certificates are available for the XL2-TA Sound Level Meter in both the attached and detached measurement microphone configurations. Both configurations allow precise class 1 measurements in accordance with the standards IEC 61672, IEC 61260 and ANSI 1.4.
The Shroud MXA01 serves as a reflection protection to improve the directional characteristics of the XL2 in measurements with a directly-attached microphone. It is included in the standard scope of delivery of the TA option. Alternatively, the XL2-TA Sound Level Meter may be utilized with a detached measurement microphone using an ASD cable with lengths of 5m, 10m or 20m.
XL2-TA Sound Level Meter held in hand during measurement,
with a detached measurement microphone