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- Page 1 281-969-8530 vLoc3-MLA Marker Locator Adapter User Handbook (English Edition) Version 1.5 P/N: 4.04.000137 vLoc3-9800 vLoc3-5000 vLoc3-Pro vLoc3-XLF (Receivers not included)
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Content Service & Support......................1 Serial Number and Software Revision Number..........1 Distributors and Service Centers Closest to You:..........2 Introduction........................3 vLoc3-MLA.....................3 Set-up......................4 Operating the vLoc3-MLA Accessory..............6 2.3.1 Switching Between Con昀椀guration............6 2.3.2 Marker Depth Estimation in Dedicated Mode........9 2.3.3 Dual Con昀椀guration................11 Glossary........................15 ™... -
Page 5: Service & Support
Service & Support Service & Support Serial Number and Software Revision Number Always quote your receiver and transmitter model number, serial number, and software revision number when requesting product support. They can be found as follows: (for reference only) Model & Serial Number NOTE The Marker Locator Adapter serial number can be found on the side of the unit. -
Page 6: Distributors And Service Centers Closest To You
Service & Support Distributors and Service Centers Closest to You: Worldwide Sales Offices and Service Centers World Headquarters, United States of America Central/South America and the Caribbean Vivax-Metrotech Corporation Ventas para América Latina Ventas para América Latina 3251 Olcott Street, 3251 Olcott Street, 3251 Olcott Street, Santa Clara, CA 95054, USA... -
Page 7: Introduction
Introduction Introduction vLoc3-MLA The vLoc3-MLA accessory attaches to the base of the vLoc3-Pro, vLoc3-XLF, vLoc3- 5000, or vLoc3-9800 receivers to locate passive markers buried above non-metallic services or points of interest. This manual covers all three mentioned receivers as the functions are the same across all three. Still, the locator screen will be slightly di昀昀erent... -
Page 8: Set-Up
Power Europe Frequency: 134 kHz (Red & Blue) Set-up Attaching the vLoc3-MLA Accessory Step 1: Take the vLoc3-MLA accessory and push-昀椀t it onto the end of the vLoc3 series receiver blade. Ensure it clicks to lock into place. - Page 9 Step 3: Push the provided cable retainer over the blade and cable so that the cable is secured. Removing the vLoc3-MLA Accessory Step 1: To remove the MLA accessory, 昀椀rst, remove the cable retainer by pulling it over the vLoc3 receiver blade. Now unplug the accessory from the vLoc3 receiver accessory socket.
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Page 10: Operating The Vloc3-Mla Accessory
Introduction Operating the vLoc3-MLA Accessory When not being used as a standard cable locator, the vLoc3-MLA accessory enables the vLoc3 series receiver to be operated in two other con昀椀gurations: • Dedicated marker locator • Dual cable locator and marker locator Note Line depth and current measurements are not available when the vLoc3-MLA accessory is activated in the Dual locate mode. - Page 11 Introduction vLoc3-5000 Dedicated Marker Screen 32.3 51dB Bar graph gain setting Signal strength from Marker, used for pinpointing its position Marker detection ball (Not adjustable) Marker type The numeric value of the bar graph Peak level indicator Marker icon indicating marker detection active vLoc3-9800 Dedicated Marker Screen 27.6 Manual...
- Page 12 Introduction Note that the ball icon only is illuminated, indicating that the dedicated con昀椀guration is selected. The color of the bar graph and marker detection ball is also set to the color of the marker. If the line icon is illuminated with the ball icon, this indicates that the Dual con昀椀guration is activated (Dual mode is described later in this document). Either use the pushbutton to select the marker type that is to be located. Or use a long press on the button to enter the user menu.
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Page 13: Marker Depth Estimation In Dedicated Mode
Introduction When in range of the marker, an audio tone is heard from the speaker. Along with the audio tone, the icon in the center of the display (2) will start to 昀椀ll. Move the locator forward and back, left and right, until the largest signal is detected. Note the bar graph (1) will also respond. Use the "+" and "-" pushbuttons to keep the signal on the scale. - Page 14 Introduction Press the button. The display will change to something like the illustration shown below. Marker Locator Adapter Hold the unit steady and on the ground until the display changes to the below. Do not raise the locator until the display on the right is shown: Marker Locator Marker Locator Adapter...
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Page 15: Dual Con昀椀Guration
Introduction The accuracy of the depth readings will depend mainly on the accuracy of the 8" (20cm) lift. Taking care to lift the distance accurately will yield the best results. 2.3.3 Dual Con昀椀guration In this con昀椀guration, the unit can be used to trace an energized cable or pipe while simultaneously looking for the presence of markers. For example, if a cable has markers indicating the position of splices or T joints, the cable can be traced, when a marker is approached, the unit will respond indicating the position of the marker. - Page 16 Introduction vLoc3-5000 Dual Mode Screen 36.6 25dB 8.19kHz The numeric value of line signal strength from the energized line Line locate frequency selected Peak level indicator Marker type, graphic Line left / right needle indicator Marker signal strength Compass line direction indicator Bar graph signal level from Line Line locate gain setting Line icon indicating line locate is active...
- Page 17 Introduction Line locate frequency selected Left / Right Line locate graphic Left / Right indicator Marker type graphic Marker detection indicator Compass line direction indicator Marker Numeric Signal level Indicates Dual mode selected Select the marker type to be detected. When in the Dual Con昀椀guration selecting the marker type is done through the user menu. Press and hold the button and use the "+,"...
- Page 18 Introduction 5000 36.6 25dB 8.19kHz Splice Marker Ball vLoc3-5000 Screen 35.6 25dB 8.19kHz 35.6 25dB 8.19kHz vLoc3-Pro Screen 9800 8.19kHz Auto 22.3 Pipe vLoc3-9800 Screen Slowly walk forward ™ Page 14 of 16...
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Page 19: Glossary
Glossary Glossary Active Locate A locate where a transmitter is used to apply a signal to a buried pipe or cable, the position of which is then located by a receiver tuned to the same frequency. Active Signal A signal applied by the locator transmitter to a buried line. Typical, this is a very precise frequency. - Page 20 Glossary Response The indication that the receiver gives which is caused by the signals it is receiving. This can be visual, audio, or both. Typically, it is displayed on the locator's dot matrix display and audibly from a loudspeaker in the receiver housing. Search (sweep) This describes the act of looking for a buried line within a given area.
- Page 21 Notes: _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ Your Local Distributor: Vivax-Metrotech Corporation 3251 Olcott Street, Santa Clara, CA 95054, USA Phone: +1 (408) 734-1400 ™...
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