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- Page 1 RD5100 ™ Multifunction precision cable and pipe locator User Guide PART NO. 90/UG111INT/01...
- Page 2 This guide is intended as a quick reference guide only. For detailed instructions, including the use of accessories, please refer to the RD5100S locator operation manual, which is available for download from: www.radiodetection.com Certificates of conformity for the RD5100S locator can be found at: www.radiodetection.com...
- Page 3 Information on how to create a company account can be obtained from: https://support.radiodetection.com From time to time Radiodetection may release new software to improve the performance or add new functionality to its products. By registering, users will benefit from email alerts advising about new software and special offers related to its product range.
- Page 4 RD5100S locator...
- Page 5 Locator features Locator screen icons 13. Signal strength bargraph with Keypad. peak marker. LCD with auto backlight. 14. Signal strength readout. Speaker. 15. Proportional Guidance arrows. Battery compartment. 16. Battery level. (Optional Lithium-Ion battery pack). 17. Sensitivity readout. Accessory connector (Not used). 18.
- Page 6 Keypad actions and shortcuts Switch the locator on by pressing the power key. Once powered up, the keys function as follows: Locator keys K E Y ● SHO RT PRESS ● ■ ■ ■ ● L ON G P R E S S –...
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Page 7: Before You Begin
To check which version of software is running on your locator and the date of the last calibration, press and hold the key when switching the locator on. This information may be asked for when contacting Radiodetection or your local representative for technical support. System setup... - Page 8 Locating pipes with a sonde For more detailed descriptions of using the locator, and for detailed sonde locate techniques, refer to the RD5100S Operation Manual. Make sure the sonde frequency matches the selected locator sonde frequency. Note: The 'blade' of the locator must be in-line with the central axis of the sonde.
- Page 9 Place the locator over the estimated Figure 1: position of the sonde: 1. Refer to Figure 1. Move the locator backwards and forwards with the blade in-line with the sonde. Stop when the locator display indicates a clear peak response. 2.
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Page 10: Using Accessories
Locate Modes The RD5100S locator offers a choice of two locate modes for each sonde frequency. These are designed to maximise the effective use of sonde devices for pipe detection. To switch between locate modes, press and hold the key. Modes are described as follows: GUIDANCE: Proportional arrows and a ballistic ‘needle’... -
Page 11: Care And Maintenance
Radiodetection provides training services for most Radiodetection products. Our qualified instructors will train equipment operators or other personnel at your preferred location or at Radiodetection headquarters. For more information go to: www.radiodetection.com or contact your local Radiodetection representative. Care and maintenance The RD5100S locator and optional transmitter are robust, durable and weatherproof. - Page 12 The locator and optional transmitter are designed so that they do not require regular recalibration. However, as with all safety equipment, it is recommended that they are serviced and calibrated at least once a year either at Radiodetection or an approved repair center.
- Page 14 © 2018 Radiodetection Ltd. All rights reserved. Radiodetection is a subsidiary of SPX Corporation. Radiodetection eCert and RD5100S are either trademarks of Radiodetection in the United States and/or other countries. Due to a policy of continued development, we reserve the right to alter or amend any published specification without notice. This document may not be copied, reproduced, transmitted, modified or used, in whole or in part, without the prior written consent of Radiodetection Ltd.