Signal Strength - RIDGID SeekTech SR-20 Operator's Manual

Signal Strength

If the Tracing Line cannot be centered or if it moves
across the screen erratically, the SR‑24 may not be re‑
ceiving a clear signal, stable measured depth, or a reli‑
able Proximity Number�
To attempt to improve the signal, do at least one of the
following:
• Check the transmitter and make sure that it is well
grounded�
• Check the tracing circuit's Signal Strength by point‑
ing the Lower Antenna at one of the transmitter
leads� Improve the circuit if a weak signal is shown�
• Check that the SR‑24 and the transmitter are operat‑
ing on the same frequency�
• Switch to a higher frequency to overcome resistance
and to induce more current onto the line�
• Switch to a lower frequency to reduce bleed over�
Clipping
Clipping occurs when the receiver cannot properly pro‑
cess the signal because the Signal Strength is too large�
Clipping occurs most often close to powerful sondes
and high current power lines� When clipping occurs, the
SR‑24 displays a warning symbol on the screen�
The SR‑24 responds to clipping by attenuating the mea‑
surement� Attenuation reduces the intensity of the Signal
Strength so the SR‑24 can measure it� If the SR‑24 is still
experiencing clipping, increase the distance between
the SR‑24 and the target line�
No Signal Icon
You can enable the No Signal icon
there is no meaningful signal� The No Signal icon gives a
fast and easy notification that no signal is detected�
Note: The No Signal icon is disabled by default. Refer to
the Customizing Display Elements section for instruc-
tions on how to enable the No Signal icon.
If the No Signal icon appears, try the following to attempt
to gain a signal:
• Change the grounding
• Change the frequency
• Use induction
• Move the transmitter
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