SPX Radiodetection RD8200 User Manual page 8

Batteries
It is important to set the system to match the currently installed battery type to ensure
optimal performance and correct battery level indication.
To set your battery type:
1. Press the key to enter the menu.
2. Scroll to the BATT menu using the
3. Press the key (on the locator) or the
menu.
4. Scroll up or down to select the correct battery type (Alkaline, Nickel-metal Hydride
or Lithium-Ion). Lithium-Ion is automatically selected when a Li-Ion pack is connected
to a Locator.
5. Press the key twice to accept your selection and return to the main operation screen.
Transmitter Eco Mode
When using alkaline batteries, Eco mode can be selected to maximize run time. When
Eco mode is selected the transmitter automatically reduces its maximum power output as
battery levels run low. Eco mode is switched off by default. To Enable Eco Mode:
1. Press the key to enter the menu.
2. Scroll to the BATT menu using the
3. Press the key to enter the BATT menu.
4. Select the ALK Battery type using the
5. Press the key to enter the ECO sub menu
6. Select ECO using the or arrows.
7. Press the key three times to accept your selection and return to the main
operation screen.
Locating pipes and cables
For more detailed descriptions of using the
locator and transmitter, and for detailed
locate techniques, refer to the RD8200
Operation Manual.
The RD8200 locator is designed to operate
with the 'blade' of the locator perpendicular
to the path of the cable or pipe being
located.
or arrows.
key (on the transmitter) to enter the BATT
or arrows.
or arrows.
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SideStepauto™
The transmitter can be used to recommend a general-purpose locate frequency for the
intended locate task by measuring the impedance of the target cable or pipe. To run
SideStepauto ™ , connect the transmitter to the target utility, then:
1. Press the key to enter the menu.
2. Scroll to the OPT F menu using the
3. Press the key to select START.
4. Press the key to start the test. The transmitter will automatically select a general
purpose frequency for use on the connected utility.
Locating with Active Frequencies
Active frequencies are applied to the target pipe or cable using the transmitter, and
provide the most effective way of tracing buried pipes or cables.
Generally speaking, it is better to use a low frequency on larger, low impedance utilities,
and move to a higher frequency on smaller, high impedance utilities.
The lowest power setting required to trace the target utility should always be used to
minimize the risk of false trails.
The transmitter can apply a signal using three different methods:
Direct connection
In direct connection, you connect the transmitter directly to the pipe or cable you wish to
survey using the red Direct Connect lead supplied. The black lead is generally connected
to earth using the supplied ground stake.
The transmitter will then apply a discrete signal to the line, which you can trace using the
locator. This method provides the best signal on an individual line and enables the use of
lower frequencies, which can be traced for longer distances.
WARNING! Direct connection to live conductors is POTENTIALLY LETHAL. Direct
connections to live conductors should be attempted by fully qualified personnel only
using the relevant products that allow connections to energized lines.
Induction
The transmitter is placed on the ground over or near the survey area. You select the
appropriate frequency. The transmitter will then induce the signal indiscriminately to
any nearby metallic conductor. In induction mode, using higher frequencies is generally
recommended as they are induced more easily onto nearby conductors.
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