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Introduction
This guide uses the VM-550FF 1-watt and the Loc3-5Tx 5-watt transmitters to locate the pushrod cable on the Type-MX and Type-CP cable
reels. The locator being used is the vLoc3-Cam receiver, but users of the full range of Vivax-Metrotech locators will also find it useful.
Transmitter Operational Controls
The VM-550FF Transmitter is a multi-frequency 1-watt transmitter. The FF and two low frequencies are not suitable for this application; only
the high frequency of 83kHz, known for its effectiveness, should be used. The locate frequency is applied by direct connection or induction.
For this application, the direct-connection method must be used.
VM-550FF What's in the box
VM-550FF Connection Block
VM-550FF Overview
VM-550FF Keypad
To locate the pushrod cable deployed in a pipe or a utility, only the 83kHz frequency and high/low power options need to be used.
Locating Push Camera Cable
Quick Guide V1.1
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VM-550FF Transmitter
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Ground stake
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Direct connection lead
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Transmitter carry strap
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Direct connection socket
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Socket cover
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On/Off button
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Output power select and indicator
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Speaker volume select
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Speaker
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Battery housing cover
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Connection lead socket
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Frequency select
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Frequency selected indicators
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Battery cover retaining screws
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Summary of Contents for Vivax Metrotech VM-550FF
- Page 1 Introduction This guide uses the VM-550FF 1-watt and the Loc3-5Tx 5-watt transmitters to locate the pushrod cable on the Type-MX and Type-CP cable reels. The locator being used is the vLoc3-Cam receiver, but users of the full range of Vivax-Metrotech locators will also find it useful.
- Page 2 Locating Push Camera Cable Quick Guide V1.1 The Loc3-5Tx Transmitter is a multi-frequency 5-watt transmitter. When using this model transmitter, only frequencies above 65kHz should be used. The locate frequency can be applied by direct connection or induction. For this application, the direct connection method must be used.
- Page 3 The locating signal is applied by directly connecting the transmitter to the connection port of the Type-CP or Type-MX pushrod cable reels. The picture below shows a direct connection post to which the red transmitter lead connects. The VM-550FF is a good choice of transmitter, providing 83kHz at 1 watt of power.
- Page 4 Locating Push Camera Cable Quick Guide V1.1 Method: • Applying a signal 1. Connect the red lead to the reel’s connection post. 2. Connect the black lead to a suitable ground, such as a ground stake inserted in the soil. If possible, place the ground stake at the right angle to the suspected pipe direction, as the earth lead may interfere with signals from the Pushrod cable.
- Page 5 Locating Push Camera Cable Quick Guide V1.1 Hold the locator vertically and rotate it on its axis until the compass indicates Forward/Back and is filled in blue, as in the above illustration Adjust the sensitivity control using the "+" and "-" keys so that the bar graph is approximately 50%. Keeping the vLoc3-Cam vertical, move to the side slightly.
- Page 6 Locating Push Camera Cable Quick Guide V1.1 13. Continue to trace the pushrod cable along the route. As the end of the pushrod cable is reached, the signal will rapidly reduce. This is to be expected and typically will happen a meter or two (three to six) from the camera head.
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