Summary of Contents for Guideline Geo ABEM TX-60
- Page 1 ABEM TX-60 User Manual ______________________________________________________________________________________...
- Page 2 WARNING! The ABEM TX-60 transmitter delivers high voltages and currents. Always consider all cables connected directly or indirectly to the ABEM TX-60 to carry current. Stay away from cables, connectors and batteries while the system is operating. Wear electrically insulating boots and gloves during fieldwork.
- Page 3 Our thanks... Thank you for choosing Guideline Geo and ABEM as your WalkTEM solution provider. The very core of our corporate philosophy is to provide our users with the very best products, support and services. Our development team is committed to providing you with the most technologically advanced and easy-to- use WalkTEM products with the capability to meet your needs for efficiency and productivity now, and into the future.
- Page 4 Guideline Geo shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising from the use of any information in this document, or any error or omission in such information, or any incorrect use of the product.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction ............................. 5 ABEM TX-60 Components ........................ 5 The ABEM TX-60 Transmitter - overview ..................7 Internal battery pack ........................8 Battery charger ..........................8 Computer ............................. 9 GPS ............................. 9 Setup ............................... 9 Field layout ........................... 9 ABEM WalkTEM / WalkTEM 2 synchronization ................10 Auxillary power ........................... -
Page 6: Introduction
ABEM TX-60 external transmitter. ABEM TX-60 Components The ABEM TX-60 kit is made up of a number of components, some of which are always included, and optional components used to configure the system to each client’s needs. - Page 7 ABEM TX-60 loop power cable 33 8100 21 External logic power cable 33 3000 42 Synchronization cable, 1.5 m 33 8500 66 Battery serial interlink cable, x3 33 8100 22 USB to serial COM port adapter 39 9100 09 Serial communication cable 49 6000 13 ABEM TX-60 User’s Guide...
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Page 8: The Abem Tx-60 Transmitter - Overview
(which links the transmitter coil to the red and black transmitter output connectors). Note: It is recommended to use an external power source for the ABEM TX-60 control functions as this will prolong the operation time. -
Page 9: Internal Battery Pack
Battery charger The ABEM TX-60 unit has a built-in charger for the internal battery, which can be charged from an external power source. The battery charger will run if an external power source is connected and the input voltage is in the range of 12.8 to 34 V. -
Page 10: Computer
Computer A logic controller is incorporated into the ABEM TX-60 unit. It controls the communication, buttons and LED’s on the front panel as well as the speed of the internal cooling fans. The ABEM TX-60 unit has a built-in GPS connected to the internal logic controller. -
Page 11: Abem Walktem / Walktem 2 Synchronization
Auxillary power The ABEM TX-60 has a built-in battery, just like the ABEM WalkTEM, which is used for the internal logic, cooling fans etc. Although it will run for a time on the internal battery, it is recommended to add an external power source, such as a car battery, in order to prolong the survey time. -
Page 12: Transmitter Cooling
It is also necessary to maintain a clear passage for the fan airflow. Note: The ABEM TX-60 should always be placed in an upright position in order not to cover the cooling air intake and exhaust. - Page 13 Figure 6. Backside of ABEM TX-60 with cooling air intake at the top, indicated with blue arrows, and exhaust at the lower end, indicated with red arrows.
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Page 14: Abem Tx-60 Operation
Built-in keypad The ABEM WalkTEM / TX-60 measuring setup is operated from the ABEM WalkTEM user interface. It can also be operated from the ABEM TX-60 front panel to a limited extent (start and stop of measuring). The status LED’s has three colors, red, green and yellow, and can produce a flashing or solid light indication. - Page 15 Operation status Offline Starting up Online and ready to start Transmission in progress (ABEM TX-60 operating) Transmission disabled with switch on the left side of the unit GPS status LED No satellite fix GPS fix on 1 to 3 satellites...
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Page 16: Technical Specification
Technical specification Transmitter Output current 60 A Input voltage 24 to 250 VDC Output power 5000 W Cooling Built-in cooling fans General Casing Rugged Aluminum case meets IEC IP 66 GPS receiver 50 channels SirF star III chip I / O ports KPT connector for communication and synchronization with WalkTEM unit Control power 8 Ah Internal NiMH 12 V DC power pack 10 - 34 V DC external power...
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