DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION Table Page of Contents Introduction....................3 1. Appearnce of Receiver ................4 2. Receiver menu descripti on..............5 2.1 Receiver switching on and menu call..........5 2.2 The general view of the menu screen..........5 2.3 Menu parameter selection.............5 3.
DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION Introduction This Operation manual contains description of the cable route locator AP-019.1, its working modes, and information necessary for its proper use. АP-019.1 (hereinafter «the receiver») can be used and a individually, and with the transmitter. The receiver works at the networks frequencies 50(60) Hz, 100(120) Hz, and with route locating transmitters at frequencies 512Hz, 1024 Hz, 8192 Hz, 32768 Hz («33 kHz»).
DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION 1. Appearance, AP-019.1 receiver controls AP-019.1 receiver is made in the solid cast IP54 body, to the battery compartment the body provides the protection IP68, the device can be splitted in three components: the face panel with controls and displays, battery compartment and bottom part with the antenna block.
DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION 2. Receiver menu description 2.1 Receiver switching on and menu call To switch on Press «Enter» the receiver button to press the open the button Menu «Power» 2.2 The general view of the menu screen menu option name The selected menu brief menu option...
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION thirteen items of menu contain parameters of setting, which are opened in the panel located in the upper part of the indicator. Table Item of the № Display image Parameter description menu The working frequency of the receiver Filter It is selected from the set: 50(60) Hz, 100(120) Hz, 512 Hz, 1024 Hz, 8192 Hz...
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION Base Set of modes: Mode - «Route» (2D display of the location of the route cable; Base Mode - «Graphic» (visually represents the changes of signal level of surveyed cable); Advanced Advanced mode: Mode «Graphic+»...
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION Advanced of mode: Advanced Modes - «minimum maximum» (graph representation of minimum and maximum signals) Advanced mode: Advanced Modes «2 frequency» (simultaneous operation in two frequencies, also know as frend-or-foe mode). Sound Switching on / switching off of tsound notifications the created by the built-in speaker.
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION This menu is opened in the main field of an indicator Language <Russian/English> Locale of the device Settings Measurement <Meter/Foot> system Measurement system: metrical or imperial Network <Europe/USA> frequency The network frequency for passive search: «Europe»...
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION Modes select basic / advanced Available modes select Basic Advanced Settings About device about device <Open> Information about the device will pop-up in a dialog window.
DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION 3. Start of work Before start of work, you should install the batteries into the corresponding compartment of the receiver in the following sequence: Pull out the ring on the Battery compartment will Remove the battery receiver handle unsnap compartment from the...
DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION 4. Search of cables in the mode «Route» The Route mode is the main mode for route location of various communications (cables, pipelines) at all frequencies supported by the receiver, both a «passive» cable route location, and at the «active» (with the use of the route locating generator).
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION 5. When approaching to the communication at distance less than the doubled burial depth, the blurred line of the axis pointer will appear. communication 6. When operator moves closer tothe communication, the axis will move to the circle center. This means that the operator is standing strictly over the communication.
DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION In the case when the signal is significantly distorted, the receiver automatically shows the notice about field distortion, offering switching the mode to ‘Graph’ the dialog box appears «Should a message about the field distorted the receiver switches the be further displayed? «Graphic»...
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION external generator external communication generator communication transmitting antenna Contactless method using the induction clamps external generator communication Inductive clamps...
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION Procedure for search of communication and conduction of cable route location 1. Connect the generator to 2. Turn on the generator. Set the signal type the communication by contact - impulse «IM»/continuous «CS» The generation or contactless method.
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION Press ‘Enter’ again to return To confirm to main your menu. Select Press ‘Enter’ selection «Signal» in again to press buttons the menu. buttons return to ‘Enter’ Select the main menu. button. type of signal View of the receiver screen for route location in the active mode the input signal type set in the receiver (continuous)
DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION 5. Search of communications in the mode «Graphic» The «Graphic» mode of is the support mode and intended to locate various communications (cables, pipelines), both in the passive and active modes with the route locating transmitter. In the passive mode the cable location is carried out at frequencies 50(60), 100(120)Hz, in the active mode - 512,1024, 8192, 32768 Hz.
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION In the «Graphic» mode the work is performed in the «Continuous» or «Impulse» signal. The difference at the work with the «Impulse» signal is in that the digit in the center of the analogous scale shows not the current value of the signal, but the maximum value (amplitude) of the transmissions of the interruptible signal from the route locating generator.
DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION Press To confirm ‘Enter’ your Press ‘Enter’ button to selection again to return open the press to main menu. Select Select menu ‘Enter’ necessary «Sound» in button. parameter the menu 5.2 «Hot» keys for work in the «Graphic» mode decrease / increase coefficient of semi-automatic setting of the optimum amplification the amplification, shortly press...
DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION 5.3 Search of communications in the mode «Graphic» 1. Perform the receiver setting - select the Graphic mode 2. Locate the receiver in parallel to the supposed axis of the communication, slowly move in direction as shown on the figure.
DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION 6. Search of the utilities in the mode « Graphic+» The «Graphic+» mode is available in the advanced set of modes. The «Graphic+» is the auxiliary mode. This mode differs from the mode «Graphic», it shows «2D» image compatible with the graphic, not the relative position of the route, but automatically demonstrates the presence and provision of the near «power»...
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION 5. Approach to the supposed place of cable route, on which the signal from the generator was transmitted. Locate the receiver axis in parallel to the communication axis. The graphic of change of the signal level will be displayed on the screen in frequency 512 Hz, on the 2D image of the route of the cable located near (if any) will be displayed under the voltage 50(60)Hz.
DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION 7. Perfoming the cable location in the mode «Minimum maximum» In the mode «Minimum maximum», the device works simultaneously both on the method «maximum» and method «minimum». This mode is used in the conditions of the distorted field, in the presence of the nearby utilities, at the low induced signal.
DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION 8. Performing cable route location in the mode «2 frequencies» The mode «2 frequencies» was added for determination of the signal direction in cable. Additional possibilities of the mode are described in App. 2: Append.
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION 3. The signal from the communication, to which 4. Based on the direction of the the route locating transmitter is directly connected, «arrow» it is possible to distinct is conventionally named - «friend». The «parasitic» «friend»...
DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION 9. The work mode «Cable selection from a bunch» The mode «Cable selection from a bundle» is switched on and off automatically at the connection and disconnection of the external sensor (ES) KI-110 (inductive clamps) or NP-117 (superimposed frame).
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION Press ‘Enter’ again to To confirm Press return your to main ‘Enter’ selection menu. again to Select Select the signal press return type corresponding «Signal» in ‘Enter’ to main to the signal type the menu. button.
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION «Sound» in the window Save parameters of measurement into the memory by pressing the button Alternately putting on «Inductive clamps» or applying a Cable 1 attachable frame to the cables bundle, find «isolated» cable by the higher level of the signal (Fig.
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION 9.2 «Hot» keys for the work in the mode «Selection of the cable from the bunch» step-by-step (by 2dB) decrease semi-automatic setting of the optimum / increase coefficient of the amplification coefficient - by holding for more amplification, sequential than 1 second of any of buttons pressings...
DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION 10. Mode «Search of defects» using external sensors The mode Search of defects» is switched on and off automatically, when connecting and disconnecting external sensors DKI-117, DOLK-117. The mode «Search for defects» with external sensors DKI-117/ DODK-117 was added for search of insulation defects.
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION Preparation of the sensors for work DKI-117 Prepare the sensor for operation. release the slip pull out the internal nut of the rod till stop tighten the slip nut of the similarly pull out pull out the second support internal rod move the rod to the right till the connection with the fixator...
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION DODK-117 The survey shall be performed by two operators, the one operator has the measuring electrode, and the second one has the measuring electrode and receiver (fig. 10.5). Based on the receiver indications, you can locate the damaged cable (by methods described in the application 2 p.1-2).
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION call out To change of the menu parameter press selected, Select the Set the press working icon «Filter» button the Enter frequency, in the «Enter» button. for example, window. 512 Hz (*) Wait for several seconds till menu icons disappear The search of insulation damage should be started by the method «MAX»...
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION The user can listen synthesized sound through the built-in sound speaker. The sound tone pitch changes depending on the signal level. The synthesized sound can be switched on in the menu «Sound». To exit the call out To enter setting...
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION Appendix 1 Receiver AP-019.1 Specifications Parameter Value Quasi-resonant frequencies of the filter 50(60)/ 100(120)/ 512/ 1024/ 8192 / 32768 Hz Quasiresonant filter quality factor (Q) Not less than 100 Frequency range "Broad band" 0,04...8 kHz Frequency range "Radio"...
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION Appendix 2 Searching methods by АP-019.1 1. MAX method when searching the place of insulation damage with sensors DKI-117 and DODK-117 When searching for insulation damage by «MAX» method, the one of the input terminals (contact pins of DKI or electrodes of DODK) should be placed over the route, and the second one - at a maximum distance from the route, in the direction straight across its axis.
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION 2. Method MIN when searching the place of damage location using sensors DKI-117 or DODK-117 When searching for insulation damages by «MIN» method, the contact pins of DKI-117 or DODK-117 electrodes should be placed over the route, along the axis of the route. When you use the MIN method, the signal increases smoothly at first, then rapidly decreases to a certain minimum value, then as the distance from the damage place increases, it rises sharply again and then gradually decreases.
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION 3. Amplitude «two-frequency» method «ΔA» This method was added for contactless search of insulation defects of city cables with resistance less than 5 kOhm. The smaller the distance to the end of the cable, the higher the sensitivity of the method on this site.
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION 7. The sharp positive overfall of the «A8/A1» value by 3dB and 8. To validate the existance of the more indicates the possibility of defect existance(the resistance damage, use 2contact method, using. is less than 5 kOhm). The sensor should be located straight (the methodology in app.
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION The sharp positive overfall of the A8/A1 value by 3dB and To validate the existance of the more indicates the possibility of defect existance (the damage, use contact method, resistance is less than 10 kOhm). The sensor should be using.
DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION 11. Transmitter AG-105 AUTONOMOUS • POWERFUL • PORTABLE • MEASURING DISTINCTIVE FEATURES The extremely high output power and autonomous operating time for such a compact battery set (“type C”x8) and small size of the device. The universal power supply provides an opportunity to reach the output power of over 20W.
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION Device introductory information 11.1 Purpose of use and physical configuration The AG-105 is an automatic utility locating transmitter designed for the generation of the propagating electric oscillations in the traces of the buried utilities using electromagnetic method of the trace search.
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION Colour combinations «U ↔ I». The possibility in principle to raise the output signal level Colour of the glow «U,В» depending on the combination of the indicators colours «U ↔ I» (if no other restrictions are in place) «U»...
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION 11.2.4 «Modes field» in accordance with the operator choice shows operating modes under various load types and different «modulation» options of the output signal. 1)« » - on / off «ANTENNA» mode and type of connection of transmitting antenna: - the lack of the glow –...
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION 11.3 Ways of external commutation Three-pin connector «EXTERNAL SUPPLY» for battery supply or main supply source. As illustrated the rubber cover protects the connector when unused from the external factors. Five-pin connector «OUTPUT» for output cable connection with (“alligator”) clips, transmitting antenna or induction «clamp».
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION 11.5 Design and function Convenient and user-friendly control and indication units with explanations, the elementary control algorithm backed by automation (“intuitive interface”), several protection levels from emergency modes, all these things help any untrained operator to master the device within the shortest period.
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION It is highly recommended to make sure that all 8 elements have approximately the same charge level. The assessment can be done with the help of direct-current voltage voltmeter if all 8 elements are manufactured by the same company, marked with the same series and of same condition.
DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION 11.8 Sound signals The sound signals correspond with the specific events and conditions. «Welcome tune» consists of 9 notes activating by the device switching on via pressing POWER « » button. «High» note while pressing CHOICE « »...
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION 12.1.4 Connect the output of the device to the utility under examination via contact or non- contact (induction) method (in accordance with the chosen utility locating method). The contact method is more efficient for “utility locating” but not always convenient and absolutely unsuitable for cables locating which are “under voltage”.
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION If the utility forms part of the complete electrical circuit “source – utility – consumer” (as per illustration) then in case of the specific electric properties of these chain loops the utility locating via the “non-contact” connection method («In» / «An» / «clamp»)is quite likely without additional earthing.
DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION 12.2 Settings 12.2.1 Open the cover. Turn on the device by pushing POWER « » button. 12.2.2 After switching on of the device “on default” the indicator POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE « » glows green. The device is in the “stop” mode. The pre-set of the modes and parameters values should be done.
DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION 12.3.4 After that manual alterations (by LESS/ MORE « » buttons) of the output signal voltage are possible in the range of provided by the automation. 12.4 Internal transmitting inductor «In» 12.4.1 The internal transmitting inductor is connected to the output automatically if there are no other accessories connected to the “OUTPUT”...
DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION 12.6 Transmitting induction “clamp” (extra accessory for “non-contact” connection) 12.6.1 In case of several nearby utilities for specially efficient current inducing specifically into one of them or for “non-contact” connection to the utility under voltage it is recommended to use transmitting induction “clamp”...
DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION 2) Mains power supply adapter АG114М.02.020 (based on GS60A15-P1J «MEAN WELL») energizes from the mains with the voltage of 220V and supply a direct-current voltage of 15V ± 3% with value of the current 4А. Offered as extra accessory.
DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION Transmitter AG-105 Technical specifications The frequencies of the continuous «Co» or pulse «Pu» signal, Hz ± 0,1% - «kHz» Load «clips» or «clamp» 512 - «0.5» / 1024 - «1.0» / 8192 - «8.2» / 32768 - «33» «Antenna»...
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DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION Operational characteristics An automatic control over Proportional control over the output power depending on the “energy potential” the output voltage during of the power supply source. oscillation process Automatic shutdowns of the At power supply voltage in the “stop” mode < 6,5V. device At power supply voltage in the “oscillation”...
DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLY OF INSTRUMENTATION Appendix C Transmitter AG-105 Indication Battery holder Electrical power supply field Output parameters field with the handle in the One of the three categories of VOLTAGE «U, V», CURRENT «I, А» and load center for removing. power source VOLTAGE «U»...
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