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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Ferrous Metal Detection ........12 Stick Receiver Specifications ........13 Stick Transmitter Specifications .
  • Page 3: Introduction

    PREPARE FOR USE Unpack your new Stick Stick Pathfinder Cable & Pipe Locator . Make sure there is no shipping damage and all the parts are included. Locate the battery compartment on the top of the RECEIVER. Open the com-partment by uncrewing the gray cap.
  • Page 4 NOTE: THIS SETUP PROCEDURE IS NOT REQUIRED UNLESS THE USER DESIRES TO CHANGE FACTORY SETTINGS. The STICK operating programs and frequency sets are user programmable and can be changed at The STICK operating programs and frequency sets are user programmable and can be changed at anytime through a quick selection process.
  • Page 5: Transmitter Controls And Indicators

    REALATIVE RELATIVE RESISTANCE, VOLTAGE, CURRENT The transmitter measures both the output of the frequency and the feed back from the transmitted frequency. Pressing the “i” button will toggle through the voltage, current and relative resistance dispayed at the bottom of the LCD. www.comsonics.com 1·800·336·9681...
  • Page 6: Direct Connect

    The result will be a stronger signal. Plug the COUPLER TEST CORD into the TX OUTPUT JACK. Always use the 82 kHz FREQUENCY on the RECEIVER and the TRANSMITTER. www.comsonics.com 1·800·336·9681...
  • Page 7: Inductive Connection

    Each operator walks at the same speed keeping a distance of 25 feet from each other. When the receiver gives an audio response, then a buried utility is present between the RECEIVER and the TRANSMITTER. www.comsonics.com 1·800·336·9681...
  • Page 8: Receiver Controls And Indicators

    ABSOLUTE SIGNAL STRENGTH ABSOLUTE SIGNAL STRENGTH The Stick Locator RECEIVER provides the operator with a direct measurement of the RECEIVER’S signal strength. The measurement is displayed with two numerical digits (ex: 85) located at the top of the LCD display. The measurement range is from 0 to 99 indicating a very weak signal (0) to a very strong signal (99).
  • Page 9: Locating The Cable Or Pipe

    Sharp changes in the path cause the RECEIVER PEAK and NULL indications to behave differently than when tracing a straight path. Practice on the path that you know has turns and laterals in it. This will help you to recognize the conditions within the field. www.comsonics.com 1·800·336·9681...
  • Page 10: Depth Measurement 45 Degree Angle Method

    If the two depth readings do not agree, then dig with care. A closer locate would be halfway between the two outside depth locate marks. This is an important technique that should be used to ensure the most accurate location possible. www.comsonics.com 1·800·336·9681...
  • Page 11 LOCATING A SONDE OR CAMERA HEAD Before you begin, you must choose a SONDE OR CAMERA HEAD that will match the same frequency as the RECEIVER. You will need a SONDE with a frequency of 512kHz to use with the Stick Stick Receiver.
  • Page 12 Start by following the suspected path of the pipe and use the Stick Locator to locate the SONDE. Stop locating when the PEAK reading is found. Then rotate the RECEIVER as shown in the figure below.
  • Page 13: Ferrous Metal Detection

    Frequency button until CAL appears on the LCD. Turn the gain to about half scale on the bar graph. With the STICK held at a 45degree angle to the ground rotate in a circle. Pause every quarter turn and press the Frequency key, continue around the full circle. Do one additional sweep pressing the frequency one more time at any points of high signal.
  • Page 14: Stick Receiver Specifications

    STICK STICK SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS RECEIVER STD Operating Frequency 815Hz, 8kHz, 33kHz, 82kHz Antenna Mode Peak (horizontal coil) Null (Left/Right) Audio Indication Variable pitch audio Operating Temperature -4°F to 133º (-20ºC to +55ºC) Battery Type 6 - “AA” Duracell alkaline batteries...
  • Page 15: Stick Transmitter Specifications

    STICK STICK PATHFINDER SPECIFICATIONS PATHFINDER SPECIFICATIONS TRANSMITTER STD Operating Frequency 815Hz, 8kHz, 33kHz, 82kHz Operating Temperature -4°F to 133º (-20ºC to +55ºC) Direct Connection Hook-up Method Inductive Coupling (with optional coupler) Transmitter Induction Load Matching automatic from 5 Ω to 20,000 Ω...
  • Page 16: Warranty

    ComSonics branded products will be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use, for one (1) year from the date of original shipment. ComSonics warrants repaired and refurbished ComSonics products for ninety (90) days from date of shipment.

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