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RD8100 Operation Manual

1. 36 9 2 Preparation uEzE 36 9 3 How to find a fault ce ceeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 37 Section 10 Current Direction CD 38 10 1 Understanding CD 38 10 2 CD T SOL acc vcs ren eepe BAR 39 10 3 CD clamps amp stethoscopesS 39 Section 11 Survey measurements 40 11 1 Saving measuremenits 40 11 2 Survey measurement transmission over DINO LOOL nn he en ne A 40 11 3 Erasing measurements 40 11 4 SurveyCERT TT S yz Axe kl nana NANE 41 Section 12 Bluetooth wireless COMPO CHOI N nes 42 12 1 Switching Bluetooth On 42 12 2 Switching Bluetooth of 42 12 3 Pairing to a transmitter 42 12 4 Pairing to a PDA or PC 43 12 5 Bluetooth Protocol U 43 12 6 Bluetooth standby mode 43 12 7 Troubleshooting ciuine neiniau 44 Section 13 iLOC 45 Toy USING ICOC isaer 45 13 2 ILOG T1Un llO Entit 45 19 3 SIGS SUC 0 MN DD hansen ys 46 Section 14 Appendice s 47 14 1 Care and maintenance 47 14 2 Enhanced Se lf Test 47 14 3 RD Manager MM neue 47 14 4 Warranty and extended warranty 48 14 5 Upgrading software
2. 48 1460 CGEM es bu AWAYA n a la kla VA sees 48 14 7 Time and date error messages 48 14 8 List of supported accessories 49 Section 1 Preface Before you begin A WARNING Direct connection to live conductors is Thank you for your interest in Radiodetection s RD8100 cable and pipe locator The RD8100 delivers the latest in locating technology in a powerful yet ergonomic and light weight design Please read this user manual in its entirety before attempting to use the RD8100 system Radiodetection products including this manual are under continuous development The information contained within is accurate at time of publication however the RD8100 this manual and all its contents are subject to change Radiodetection Limited reserves the right to modify the product without notice and some product changes may have taken place after this user manual was published Contact your local Radiodetection dealer or visit www radiodetection com for the latest information about the RD8100 product family including this manual 1 1 Important notices General The performance of any cable and pipe locator may be affected when used in close proximity to ferrous materials such as manhole covers steel toe boots mobile phones and nearby vehicles Keep a distance of one or two meters from these objects when taking critical measurements such as depth and current readings This inst
3. A signal coupled to a nearby line may distort the accuracy of the measurement If the accuracy of the reading is suspect sweep the area to check if other nearby lines are radiating the signal If other signals are causing interference it may be necessary to make the current measurement at another point along the line Both antennas are needed to make a current measurement and locator accessory antennas such as a normal clamp or stethoscope cannot be used Because current measurement is a function of depth it is only available in the locating modes It is also available with Current Direction CD clamps Figure 6 7 Current readings using transmitter signals 2 Section 7 Locating techniques 7 1 Identifying target utilities Induction If several conductors are running in parallel and it is not possible to connect a transmitter each line may be located separately Proceed as follows 1 Perform a sweep of the area to find the position and number of conductors in the area 2 Map the direction in which the conductors are going To trace the lines 1 Select induction mode on the transmitter Select the same frequency as on the locator Place the transmitter on its side and in line with a conductor 4 Ensure the conductor is directly below the transmitter 5 This will null out the signal directly below the transmitter placing no signal on that conductor and enable the other conductors to be locate
4. 2015 Radiodetection Ltd NOTE A flashing depth and or current reading display means that the measurement is poor and should be taken again Poor readings may be caused by nearby conductors or sources of electromagnetic interference 11 2 Survey measurement transmission over Bluetooth To configure Bluetooth measurements transmissions survey 1 Press the key to enter to menu Press the or keys to select DATA menu Press the key to enter the DATA menu Scroll up or down to select the BT PC option Select ON or OFF O on HB W WN Press the key to make the selection and return to the main menu 11 3 Erasing measurements The RD8100 measurements Erasing the survey measurements will wipe the RD8100 memory and is usually recommended when you begin a new survey and you have saved your previous measurements locator allows you to delete all A WARNING Erasing measurements cannot be undone Proceed with caution To erase all stored measurements 1 Press the key to enter the menu Press the or keys to select the DATA menu 2 3 Press the key to enter the DATA menu 4 Scroll up or down to select the DEL option 5 Press the key to make the selection and return to the main menu 40 11 4 SurveyCERT Stored data can be transferred wirelessly to a compatible PDA running Radiodetection s SurveyCERT app or a PDA compatible application The Radiodetection SurveyCERT PDA app can re
5. A Figure 8 10 Calculating sonde depth Calculation method Pinpoint the sonde Move the locator in front of the sonde and still with the antenna in line with it increase sensitivity to find the Peak of the ghost signal Move the locator to behind the sonde ensuring that the locator blade is always in line with the sonde Find the null positions A and B See Figure 8 10 Measure the distance between them and multiply by 0 7 to give an approximate depth measurement Flexitrace The Flexitrace is a traceable plastic covered fiberglass rod incorporating wire conductors and is used for locating small diameter non metallic pipes to a depth of 3 meters The Flexitrace can be inserted into a pipe or duct as small as 9 mm 3 8 internal diameter and ith a minimum bend radius of 250mm Batteries are not required as the FlexiTrace is powered by any Radiodetection transmitter The FlexiTrace has a maximum power rating of 1W When using the FlexiTrace with a Radiodetection Tx 5 or Tx 10 transmitter the output limit must be set to 1W in the MAX P menu and the output voltage limit set to LOW in the MAX V menu No settings are required for the Tx 1 transmitter 33 A WARNING Failure to follow the Tx 5 or Tx 10 instructions above may result in the tip of the FlexiTrace becoming too hot to touch resulting in risk of personal injury and damage to the equipment The FlexiTrace can be used in two modes Sonde mode or Line mode I
6. Propelling a sonde Sondes have a thread at one end for connecting to drain rods or to other devices for inserting and propelling the sonde along a drain or duct Sondes may be floated along drains at the end of a tether and floats are available for fitting to the sewer sonde and super sonde Sondes can be strapped to high pressure water jets or similar devices used for cleaning maintaining and inspecting drains Sondes used in underground drilling and boring operations are normally housed in the boring or drill head behind the boring or drill bit Locating and tracing a sonde Insert the sonde in the drain or duct access and locate it while it is still just in view at the drain or duct entrance Hold the locator vertical directly over the sonde with the antenna in line with the sonde Adjust the locator sensitivity so the bar graph reads between 60 and 80 32 The sonde radiates a Peak field from the center of its axis with a ghost signal at each end of the Peak Move the locator a little way behind and then in front of the axis of the sonde to detect the ghost signals Finding the two ghost signals positively confirms the locate Reduce the locator sensitivity to lose the ghost signals but still indicate a clear Peak response directly over the sonde Locator sensitivity is now set for tracing the duct or drain unless the distance between sonde and locator changes Propel the sonde three paces along the drain or duct and stop Pl
7. away from the transmitter around 15 meters 50 feet although this will depend upon the level of induction power used Hold the transmitter with its length aligned with the assumed direction of any lines The second person holds the locator at the start of the area to be searched and with the locator antennas at right angles to the probable direction of the buried lines Set the locator sensitivity level as high as possible without the locator picking up any airborne signals directly from the transmitter When the transmitter and locator are in line both operators start to move forward in parallel The operator with the locator sweeps it backwards and forwards keeping the locator vertical as they proceed in parallel with the transmitter This method allows for misalignment of the transmitter locator and buried line The transmitter applies the strongest signal to the lines directly below it which are then located with the locator Move the transmitter from side to side to establish the highest signal which indicates that the transmitter is also directly above the line s Mark the ground at the point of each Peak signal detected with the locator Repeat the search along any other possible paths of lines Once the positions of any lines have been marked reverse positions place the transmitter over and along each line in turn and trace the line out of the search area 24 Section 6 Depth and current readings 6 1 Tru
8. from a DC source 17 Induction indicator Appears when the transmitter is in Induction Mode 18 A Frame Tx 5 B or Tx 10 B only Indicates when the transmitter is in Fault Find Mode 19 CD Mode indicator Tx 10 B only Indicates that the transmitter is in Current Direction Mode 20 Voltage warning indicator Indicates that the transmitter is outputting potentially hazardous voltage levels 21 Volume icon Displays the volume level 22 Pairing icon Tx 5B or Tx 10B only Appears when the transmitter and locator are connected via iLOC 2015 Radiodetection Ltd 23 Bluetooth icon Bluetooth Tx models Indicates status of Bluetooth connection A flashing icon means pairing is in progress Figure 3 3 Tx 1 Tx 5 and Tx 10 signal transmitters 3 3 Using the menu The RD8100 locator and transmitter menus allow you to select or change system options Once entered the menu is navigated using the arrow keys Navigation is consistent on both the transmitter and the locator In the menu the options will appear in the bottom left hand corner of the display Note that when browsing the locator menu the and keys act as left and right arrows When browsing the transmitter menu the and keys act as left and right arrows The right arrow enters a submenu and the left arrow selects the option and returns to the previous menu Navigating the locator menu 1 2 Press the key to enter the menu Use the or
9. 1 First configure the boost duration using the procedure above 2 Press and hold the key until BOOST appears on the transmitter LCD 3 The transmitter will automatically exit boost mode after the selected duration To disable boost 1 Press the key to disable boost 4 15 Transmitter Eco mode When using alkaline D Cells in Tx 5 B and Tx 10 B transmitter models you can extend the effective use of the batteries by enabling Eco mode In Eco mode the power output of the transmitter reduces when the batteries can no longer provide the required output power When Eco mode is active and the power output has been reduced the display alternates between POWER and the current output power level The transmitter will emit three beeps every time the power is reduced It will then continue emitting two beeps each minute whilst it operates at a reduced power level To enable or disable Eco mode 1 Press the key to enter the menu 2 Scroll to the BATT menu using the or keys and enter it by pressing the key 3 Scroll through the battery options using the or until ALK is displayed Press the key 4 Use the or until ECO is displayed and press the key to enable Eco Mode Or Select NORM and press the key to disable Eco mode 5 Press the key to exit the menu 4 16 Measure mode The transmitter has the capability of providing impedance measurements by determining the resultant impedance
10. FlexiTrace 80m Tx powered pushrod transmitter 10 FLEXRODF50 4 5 10 FLEXRODF80 4 5 10 FLEXRODF50 7 10 FLEXRODF 100 7 4 5mm 50m Flexrod 4 5mm 80m Flexrod 6 7mm 50m Flexrod 6 7mm 100m Flexrod 6 7mm 150m Flexrod 10 FLEXRODF 150 7 9mm 60m Flexrod 10 FLEXRODF60 9 9mm 120m Flexrod 10 FLEXRODF 120 9 Power Options Locator power accessories and spares Li lon rechargeable battery mains kit k J A i NEJ includes mains charger Replace XX with US UK EU or CN Li lon automotive charger 10 RX ACHARGER LION Li lon mains charger 10 RX MCHARGER LION XX Replace XX with US UK EU or CN Li lon rechargeable battery pack no charger 10 RX BATPACK LION 2 cells battery tray 10 RX 2DCELL TRAY Transmitter power accessories and spares Mains PSU 10 TX MPSU XX 10 TX MBATPACK LION Li lon rechargeable battery mains kit Includes mains K XX charger Replace XX with US UK EU or CN 10 TX MABATPACK Li lon rechargeable battery full kit Includes mains and LION K XX automotive charger Replace XX with US UK EU or CN Li lon automotive charger 10 TX ACHARGER LION 2015 Radiodetection Ltd 51 10 TX MCHARGER LION XX Replace XX with US UK EU or CN Li lon mains charger 10 TX BATPACK LION Replacement Li lon battery pack Transport and Storage Accessories Soft carry bag 10 LOCATORBAG Flight case 10 RD7K8KCASE Hard case 10 RD7K8KCASE USA Miscellaneous Safety equipment Warning tri
11. and will enable the mode appropriate to the accessory For example attaching an A Frame to the RD8100 locator will automatically switch the locator to fault find mode and limit the number of available frequencies to those that are compatible with the A Frame The LCD will also display an icon of the accessory and will remove any nonessential icons from the screen Radiodetection supply an accessory sheet with pictures and details of all applicable accessories which is available on www radiodetection com For a full list of supported accessories that are available for purchase refer to the appendix 8 2 Headphones Radiodetection supplies an optional headphone set for the RD8100 locator The headphones feature an adjustable headband to ensure a tight fit when used in the field The accessory headphones also feature volume adjustment for both left and right speakers Connect the 3 5mm headphone jack into the locator s headphone socket which is located next to the accessory panel A WARNING Before wearing headphones lower the locator s volume levels to help prevent damage to your hearing AXWARNING Wearing headphones may impede your awareness to dangers in the field such as moving traffic or other heavy machinery Exercise caution 8 3 Locator clamps A locator clamp is used to positively locate and identify a cable when several cables are running close together A target cable can be identified in a chamber on a tr
12. cable to which the transmitter signal has been applied 2015 Radiodetection Ltd Small stethoscope antenna The small stethoscope antenna has a 25mm 2 concave head at the end of a 2m 61 ft lead The small stethoscope can be screwed into an extension rod or used at the end of several extension rods joined together for identifying inaccessible small cables Miniature hi gain stethoscope The miniature stethoscope is similar to the small stethoscope but has no handle or facility for extension rods The miniature stethoscope can also be used as a miniature antenna for locations where the bulk of the locator makes it inconvenient for use such as locating pipes or cables in walls CD stethoscope In restricted areas the CD stethoscope can be used to obtain current direction but not current measurement 8 7 Submersible antenna When to use a submersible antenna Tracing buried pipes and cables across waterways and estuaries are frequent and critical locating applications Less frequent but equally important is tracing and locating lines between the mainland and offshore islands When locating pipes and cables the locator sensing antennas should be as close as possible to the target line so it is not practical to locate lines buried under a river or seabed from the surface In most cases it is necessary to measure the depth of cover to ensure the line is protected from dragging anchors or other underwater hazards Th
13. has 14 000 employees in more than 35 countries worldwide Visit www spx com 2015 Radiodetection Ltd All rights reserved Radiodetection is a subsidiary of SPX Corporation SPX the green gt and X are trademarks of SPX Corporation Inc Radiodetection and RD8100 are registered trademarks of Radiodetection in the United States and or other countries Trademarks and Notices The following are trademarks of Radiodetection RD8100 eCert iLOC TruDepth SideStep SideStepauto RD Manager Peak SurveyCERT StrikeA ert CALSafe Current Direction and Power Filters The design of the RD8100 locators and transmitters has been registered The design of the 4 chevrons has been registered The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks of Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such trademarks by Radiodetection is under license Due to a policy of continued development we reserve the right to alter or amend any published specification without notice This document may not be copied reproduced transmitted modified or used in whole or in part without the prior written consent of Radiodetection Ltd
14. iLOC communication Tx standby with Bluetooth Tx models Indicates that the transmitter is in Standby Mode Current depth indicator GPS Status icon GPS models only One bar indicates that GPS is active 3 bars indicates that the GPS has locked to the GPS satellite system GPS Signal quality icon GPS models only Indicates the quality of the signal being received 10D BEREH 888 Figure 3 2 Tx Transmitter 2015 Radiodetection Ltd 3 2 Tx 1 Tx 5 and Tx 10 transmitters Transmitter features Keypad LCD Removable accessory tray D cells battery holder Optional Lithium lon rechargeable battery pack O a fF N Bluetooth module antenna model dependent Transmitter keypad 7 Power key Switches the unit on and off Opens the transmitter menu 8 Frequency key Selects frequency Menu navigation key 9 Up and down arrows Adjusts the output signal level Scrolls through the menu options 10 Measure key Used to take voltage and impedance measurements Opens a sub menu Transmitter screen icons 11 Battery icon Indicates the battery level 12 Alphanumeric description of selected operation mode 13 Standby icon Appears when the transmitter is in Standby Mode 14 Output level Displays transmitter output power 15 Accessory or Measurement indicators Indicates if an accessory is connected or if measure mode is active 16 DC icon Appears when the transmitter is powered
15. may not be copied reproduced transmitted modified or used in whole or in part without the prior written consent of Radiodetection Ltd Section 2 Introduction 2 1 About this manual 2 4 Manual outline This manual provides cable and pipe survey professionals with comprehensive operating instructions for the RD8100 locator and transmitter system Before operating the RD8100 system it is very important that you read this manual noting all safety warnings and procedures Additional documentation The full product specification RD Manager and SurveyCERT manuals are available to download from www radiodetection com 2 2 About the RD8100 The RD8100 product family offers a comprehensive range of locators and transmitters designed to meet specific customer needs The RD8100 locator is ergonomically designed to provide the operator with a balanced light weight tool that encourages extended use in most environments A wide range of accessories are available to enhance the performance and to add extra functionality For more information about the Precision Locate Accessories Range visit www radiodetection com accessories 2 3 Extended warranty RD8100 locators and transmitters are covered by a 1 year warranty as standard Users can extend the warranty period to a total of 3 years by registering their products locators and transmitters within 3 months from purchase Registration is performed using the RD Ma
16. point of the fault When the A frame is directly over the fault the dB reading will drop as shown opposite NOTE The values given are for illustration purposes only and may not be the same as those obtained in other Situations To pinpoint the fault turn the A frame 90 to the cable or pipe and Fault Find until the exact point is found Where the arrow direction changes the center line of the A frame is now directly over the fault Mark the ground to show the position of the fault Find the maximum dB reading in front of the fault by pushing the A frame into the ground at small intervals Note the dB reading If the reading is approximately the same as the reference reading you can assume that there is only one fault If the reading is less than the reference reading keep surveying the cable for other faults NOTE If the cable or pipe runs under a road use the equipment as normal on the road surface as it can sometimes detect signals when working on blacktop concrete or paved surfaces If necessary try wetting the road surface Pouring a very small amount of water around the bottom of the A frame spikes before each Fault Find will generally ensure a good ground connection NOTE If the cable or pipe runs under a paved surface the fault can often be pinpointed by fault finding in the grass soil adjacent to the paving Reduce the distance between placing the A frame spikes in the ground to allow for the increased distance
17. red connection lead to the utility ensuring that the area around the connection is clean and that a positive connection is achieved 4 Clip the black connection lead as far away as possible and at 90 to the ground stake or suitable ground point nearby ensuring that a positive connection is achieved 5 The display will show the Direct Connection lead connected icon gs Figure 5 1 Direct Connection lead icon For more information about other signal connection accessories refer to Section 8 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 A WARNING The transmitter is capable of outputting potentially lethal voltages Take care when handling the terminals connection leads and ground stake notify 20 other technicians working on the line of the hazard and guard exposed conductors to prevent accidental contact Induction In this mode of operation the transmitter is placed on the ground over or near the survey area If a Direct Connection lead or signal clamp is not plugged into the transmitter it will automatically go into induction mode In this mode only frequencies applicable for induction mode will be made available as the XY key is pressed Once activated the transmitter will induce the signal indiscriminately to any nearby buried c
18. related to its product range Users will be able to opt out at any moment from receiving software and technical notifications or just from receiving marketing material Registering using e mail If you have problem in obtaining and installing the RD Manager software you can also register your product s by sending an e mail to rd support spx com You will need to provide the following details 1 Date of Purchase Serial Number of each of your qualifying products RD8100 locators and transmitters Your e mail address Your Company name Contact Name Address Telephone Number Country of residence ON O OO E O Indicate if you do not wish to receive e mail alerts advising about any new software release 2015 Radiodetection Ltd 10 Indicate if you do not wish to receive e mail or other marketing material with new product information or special offers and promotions related to its product range 14 5 Upgrading software From time to time Radiodetection may release software upgrades to enhance features and improve performance of the RD8100 locator or transmitter Software upgrades are free of charge You can check if your products are up to date or upgrade them by using the RD Manager software upgrade screen Refer to the RD Manager operation manual for further information E mail alerts and notification of new software releases are sent to all registered users NOTE To upgrade your software you need to ha
19. reset You should perform a CD reset every time you select a CD frequency CD reset can only be performed when in CD mode To perform a CD reset While using any CD frequency 1 Press and hold the key Alternatively 1 Press the key to enter the menu Scroll to the CDR menu using the or keys Press the key to enter the CDR menu A N Press the key to reset CD and exit to the main menu 10 3 CD clamps amp stethoscopes On both the CD CM clamp and the CD stethoscope there is an arrow that indicates which way the clamp or stethoscope is facing in relation to the transmitter If the arrow is pointing away from the transmitter when the CD reset is performed the locator display shows 000 and the bar graph reads 100 If the arrow is pointing towards the transmitter the locator display shows 111 and there is no bar graph reading When using either of these accessories it is important to reset the CD at a known point near the transmitter before making any identification measurements Refer to Section 8 for more information on clamps and stethoscopes 39 Section 11 Survey measurements RD8100 locator models are capable of recording up to 10000 survey measurement records to internal memory When a measurement is taken and saved the RD8100 locator will store the most relevant measurements taken and information such as e Log number e Current e Gain e Depth e Signal e Phase e Frequency
20. site the ground stake as far from the target line as possible and away from other buried lines e Avoid using existing structures for ground connections other buried lines may be bonded to them e A bad ground connection or just laying the ground lead on the surface at right angles to the line may result in less coupling than a good ground provided long distance tracing is not required A Q a Figures 7 1 7 4 Nulling utilities amp interference from services 28 7 2 Signal amp ground connection Manhole covers Sometimes when locating it is not possible to insert the ground stake into the earth for example when locating on hard ground such as roads In this case the ground return can be made by attaching the ground lead to the metal frame of a manhole Using lighting columns Direct Connecting to a metal street lamp column is almost as effective as connecting to the cable sheath itself Normally the cable sheath is bonded to the metal column therefore a simple connection onto the column enables the user to locate the street lighting quickly and safely without having to call out a technician from the lighting company If the lighting column is made from concrete make the transmitter connection to the cable sheath unless the cable is earthed to the inspection doorframe Connection to the cable sheath applies the transmitter signal for a considerable distance enabling the locator to trace cabl
21. to manage and customize your locator It also allows software upgrades to both the locator and transmitter You can use RD Manager to register your products to extend the warranty to a total of 3 years see Section 14 4 setup your locator by performing a number of maintenance tasks such as setting date and time activating and de activating active frequencies setting 47 up custom frequencies or setting up functions like CALSafe or Strike Alert RD Manager is also used to retrieve and analyze Surveys data and internal logged data logging and GPS models only RD Manager is compatible PCs running with Microsoft Windows XP Windows 7 Windows 8 and Windows 8 1 For more information about RD Manager refer to the RD Manager operation manual To Obtain RD Manager 1 Go to www radiodetection com RDManager 2 Follow the instructions 14 4 Warranty and extended warranty RD8100 locators and transmitters are covered by a 1 year warranty as standard Customers can extend the warranty period to a total of 3 years by registering their products locators and transmitters within 3 months from purchase Registration is performed using the RD Manager PC software See Section 14 3 From time to time Radiodetection may release new software to improve the performance or add new functionalities to his products By registering user will benefits from subscribing to e mail alerts advising about any new software and special offers
22. 3 figure 3 1 Wireless technology compliance Use of iLOC wireless technology where applicable may be subject to national telecommunication regulations Check with your local government authorities for further information 1 2 Compliance EU Compliance This equipment complies with Directives R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC Low Voltage Directive 2006 95 EC EMC Directive 2004 108 EC the following EU FCC Compliance Statement This equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions e The equipment cause harmful interference may not 2015 Radiodetection Ltd e The equipment must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer s instruction manual may cause harmful interference with radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case you will be required to correct the interference at your own expense Modifications Any m
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24. 6 2 gt lt OPERATION MANUAL RD8100 PRECISION MULTIFUNCTION CABLE amp PIPE LOCATOR READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL PRIOR TO OPERATING THE SYSTEM 90 RD8100 OPMAN ENG 01 ISSUE 1 7 2015 gt Radiodetection Table of Contents Section 1 5 Pe T C s a s uen 2 Lit IMBOMANENOLICSS sn eo de 2 122 COMDIANC 52 mens 3 1 3 Intellectual property U UUL L LEUj 3 Section 2 Introduction 4 2 1 About this manual 4 2 2 AOOUL ING RDS 100 Sen 4 2 3 Extended warranty 4 2 4 Manual Outline lt c 5y4 42 51455 245555kakia katana n 4 ASS O by ee eet e Ke ake tr ene ne ea AA 4 2 0 Ji PA D lO eee ere te er er er een Re 5 Section 3 System overview 7 dl FRI WOO OGA ON issa eed ar Re n 7 3 2 Tx 1 Tx 5 and Tx 10 transmitters 9 3 3 Using the menu 9 Section 4 Operation 11 APS B SI SEM nn KK 11 4 2 Power on off 13 4 3 Keypad actions amp shortcuts 14 4 4 Antenna MOd S 18m tenant 14 4 5 SVStem SEUD seian nan 15 4 6 Dynamic Overload Protection 16 4 7 TruDepth measurement 16 4 8 Passive Avoidance k EE 16 4 9 StrikeAlert nn ide sn 16 A WO Backo Nt sx in a n nn a a n Sal ket 16 4 11 Bluetooth wireless 17 4 12 iLOC and SideStep oo
25. Depth The RD8100 locator provides automatic depth of buried cables pipes and sondes and when the locator is correctly orientated above the target line or sonde Current readings are also displayed simultaneously if the locator is orientated correctly feature not available in sonde or passive frequency modes Depth and current readings are automatically displayed simultaneously but if the locator is not correctly orientated neither reading will be displayed Depth range and accuracy vary depending on the makeup and type of target utility e g cable pipe or sonde its depth and external environmental factors like electromagnetic noise ground conditions and interference A WaARNING The accuracy of depth measurement is subject to a number of factors and is meant as a guide only Never use the depth measurement to define mechanical digging depths Always follow local safe digging guidelines The depth measurement is to the center of the pipe cable or sonde The best readings are typically detected from active signals output by a transmitter rather than from passive sources The RD8100 locator is capable of determining cable depth when locating some passive power signals However passive signals on lines are less suited for measuring depth because accuracy can be compromized by interference e g due to the passive signal being present on more than one line WARNING Do not make depth measurements near bends or tee
26. TXOUT menu Press the key to enter the TXOUT menu Scroll up or down through the power output options these are e STDBY Transmitter standby mode the connection is still active but the output is disabled e LOW Low power output e MED Medium power output e HIGH High power output e BOOST Temporarily boosts transmitter power output to its maximum level 45 4 Once you have selected the mode you want press the key to confirm 5 Press and hold the key to select the new setting and exit the menu 6 Press the key once to send the settings to the transmitter NOTE Once you have stored the transmitter power setting in the locator the locator will change the transmitter to that setting when you change the frequency with the locator Sleep wake the transmitter To help you prolong battery life you can put the transmitter in standby mode sleep and reactivate it again using the locator To put the transmitter into standby mode set the TXOUT menu on the locator to STDBY using the Changing transmitter power output procedure described above in section 13 2 This will disable the transmitter output To re activate the transmitter output select any power mode from LOW to BOOST using the same procedure If the process fails you may be out of range or there may be an error in the connection Move closer to the transmitter and retry the procedure If the connection continues to fail return to the transmit
27. ace the locator over the supposed position of the sonde Do not adjust the sensitivity level Figure 8 8 Sonde deployment To locate a sonde 1 Move the locator backwards and forwards and stop when the bar graph indicates a Peak You can use the LCD compass to orient the blade of the locator with the direction of the sonde 2 Rotate the locator as if the blade is a pivot Stop when the bar graph indicates a Peak Ghost O Ghost 7 Tr DCS Pa a Lil om Z zc TT TT y Fi a LUNY S t LP j en Figure 8 9 Locating a sonde 3 Move the locator from side to side until the bar graph indicates a Peak 4 Repeat 1 2 and 3 with the antenna vertical and resting on or just above the ground The locator 2015 Radiodetection Ltd should then be directly above the sonde with the antenna in line with it Mark the position of the sonde and its direction 5 Propel the sonde a further 1 or 2 meters pinpoint and mark the position Repeat this pinpoint procedure at similar intervals along the line of the drain or duct until the survey is completed Checking sonde depth The RD8100 locator will automatically display the depth of a located sonde providing the locator is correctly oriented and positioned above the sonde Using the LCD compass as a guide rotate the locator until the compass indicates the sonde is in East West position d 0 7AB l
28. across the crocodile clips of the Direct Connection lead while connected to the utility These measurements can be useful when assessing sheath fault severity It is also possible to measure potential voltage that may be present on utilities to warn of potentially dangerous or harmful voltages present In measure mode the measurement is derived from an AC signal applied to the utility from the transmitter 2015 Radiodetection Ltd Impedance amp voltage measurements 1 Connect the Direct Connection leads to the utility and switch on the transmitter 2 Hold down the key until MEAS is displayed and the measuring icon Is activated The transmitter display will now indicate the voltage level measured across the connection leads 3 Press the key once and the display will indicate the impedance measured across the connection leads The measurement icon will display the following symbols Figure 4 13 Impedance and voltage measurements 4 To exit MEAS mode hold down the key until the display reverts back to the normal operating screen Impedance measurements using active frequency 1 Connect the Direct Connection lead to the utility and switch on the transmitter 2 Select the preferred frequency and output the signal 3 Press the key once and the display will indicate the impedance measured across the connection leads and also the output power of the transmitter 4 Press the key once to return to the normal opera
29. ad survey data for post survey analysis NOTE SurveyCERT is compatible with Bluetooth enabled PDAs running Windows Mobile 6 x operating systems Stored data can also be transferred using the USB connection to the RD Manager software package to be analyzed by the software s built in Survey measurements capabilities Refer to the RD Manager operation manual for more info on how to retrieve store survey data RD Manager s Survey measurements functionality can be used for post survey analysis interface to Google Earth and easy export to GIS mapping systems NOTE RD Manager is compatible with PCs running Microsoft Windows XP 7 8 and 8 1 To send stored data to your paired PDA 1 Ensure your paired PDA is switched on and running the SurveyCERT app 2015 Radiodetection Ltd Press the key to enter the menu Scroll to the DATA menu using the or keys Press the key to enter the DATA menu Scroll up or down to the SEND option O ok W N Press the key and the locator will attempt to send your stored survey data to your PDA NOTE When using SurveyCERT the RD8100 locator Bluetooth protocol needs to be set to PPP See Section 12 for information on how to set the Bluetooth protocol To obtain SurveyCERT for PDA SurveyCERT for PDAs and it s operation manual are available as a free download from the Radiodetection web Site 1 Visit http www radiodetection com 2 Using the menu bar go
30. angle 10 WARNING TRIANGLE Calibration Certificates Remote Calibration and PC Software Locator Calibration Certificate per unit 97 RX CALCERT request with initial locator order eCert Calibration Credit 10 RX ECERT RDManager Check product documentation for details Visit www radiodetection com rdmanager Warranty Registration for free software upgrades Visit www radiodetection com 2015 Radiodetection Ltd 52 Global locations USA SPX Global Headquarters 13320 Ballantyne Corporate Place Charlotte NC 28277 USA Tel 1 704 752 4400 WWW Spx com Radiodetection 28 Tower Road Raymond Maine 04071 USA Tel 1 207 655 8525 Toll Free 1 877 247 3797 Fax 1 207 655 8535 rd sales us spx com www radiodetection com Pearpoint 39 740 Garand Lane Unit B Palm Desert CA 92211 USA Tel 1 800 688 8094 Tel 1 760 343 7350 Fax 1 760 343 7351 pearpoint sales us spx com www radiodetection com Radiodetection Canada 344 Edgeley Boulevard Unit 34 Concord Ontario L4K 4B7 Canada Tel 1 905 660 9995 Toll Free 1 800 665 7953 Fax 1 905 660 9579 rd sales ca spx com www radiodetection com EUROPE Radiodetection Ltd UK Western Drive Bristol BS14 OAF UK Tel 44 0 117 976 7776 Fax 44 0 117 976 7775 rd sales uk spx com www radiodetection com Radiodetection France 13 Grande Rue 76220 Neuf March France Tel 33 0 2 32 89 93 60 Fax
31. ated feature of all RD8100 locators No action is required by the user NOTE In cases of high levels of electromagnetic interference the DOP will not be able to prevent the RD8100 from becoming overloaded If the RD8100 becomes overloaded users will be alerted by a flashing mode icon Both the depth and current measurements will be disabled in the event of an overload 2015 Radiodetection Ltd 4 7 TruDepth measurement All RD8100 locators use TruDepth to measure depth automatically when a good quality reading can be assured NOTE TruDepth only indicates a locate depth when e The locator is correctly oriented above the target line cable or sonde e The local signal conditions are assessed as be good enough to ensure an accurate reading To help you orientate the locator correctly you can use the locator s compass feature on the screen Depth readings are displayed according to your preferred units of measurement For more information on measuring depth refer to Section 6 4 8 Passive Avoidance Passive Avoidance mode allows you to survey an area quickly by detecting power and radio signals simultaneously To select Passive Avoidance mode 1 Press the key repeatedly until you find the PASSIV mode Passive avoidance mode is now selected Perform your survey as required Note In Passive mode depth and current readings will not be displayed 4 9 StrikeAlert StrikeA ert detects the possi
32. ay or other access point by fitting a clamp to the locator and examining each cable in turn Signal strength response shown on the locator display should be noted for each cable 2015 Radiodetection Ltd When to use clamps Clamps can be used where e Several cables or pipes run in close proximity to each other e A cable or pipe is accessible at an inspection hole or manhole NOTE The standard clamp cannot be used with CD A special CM CD clamp is available to clamp the lower frequency CD signals Connecting a clamp 1 Put the clamp connector into the accessory socket on the front of the RD8100 locator 2 Place the clamp around the pipe or cable and switch the locator on 3 Set the frequency to the same as that on the transmitter 4 Put the clamp around each cable in turn and note the bar graph response Compare the strength of response from each cable The cable with a substantially stronger response than the others will be the cable to which the transmitter signal has been applied E a RAN ent Sz Le ae cat E E ta i a 1 we aj 1 CR EN CR eee wr a att 1 see at F r _ _ iS Y 160 40 30 Figure 8 1 Connecting clamps To ensure that the target cable has been correctly identified reverse the positions of the transmitter and locator and check that the strongest response is still received from the target cable by the locator in its new position Locator
33. ble presence of shallow utilities and warns the operator with a series of flashing asterisks on the display and an audible alarm characterized by a rapid warbling sound StrikeAlert will activate in Power Passive and Active locate modes RD8100 locators are shipped with StrikeA ert enabled by default this can be disabled by accessing the StrikeAlert ALERT menu and setting StrikeAlert to OFF StrikeAlert can also be disabled using the RD Manager PC software Refer to the RD Manager operation manual for further information A WARNING Muting audio on the locator will disable StrikeA ert Audio alarm 4 10 Backlight The transmitter and locator feature a backlight to improve LCD visibility when required The locator s backlight is controlled by an ambient light sensor and does not require adjustment by the user 16 The transmitter s LCD backlight is activated whenever you press a key The backlight will automatically switch off after a few minutes 4 11 Bluetooth wireless All RD8100 locators feature a Bluetooth wireless module as standard providing the ability to connect to compatible devices such as iLOC enabled transmitters Tx 5B or Tx 10B PCs laptops or handheld devices running a compatible application Refer to Section 12 for further information about Bluetooth wireless connections and how to pair your devices NOTE The RD8100 locator wireless features may be subject to national and or local regulation
34. ce of a line Pinpoint the line and mark its position Trace the line out of the area being searched Resume grid search in the area In some areas there may be a confusing amount of 50 60Hz power signals Lift the locator 50mm 2 from the ground and continue the sweep or use the key to switch from Power mode and use Power Filters to discriminate individual lines Switch the locator to Radio Mode Increase sensitivity to maximum and repeat the above grid search procedure over the area Pinpoint mark and trace out any lines that are located In most but not all areas radio mode will locate lines that do not radiate power signals and a grid search should be made in both power and radio modes or in Passive Avoidance mode 2015 Radiodetection Ltd Inductive search An inductive search procedure is a more certain technique for locating unknown lines This type of search requires a transmitter and locator and two people This type of search is referred to as a two person sweep Before starting the sweep define the area of search and the probable direction of lines crossing the area Ensure the transmitter is switched on in induction mode a jl a ie Figure 5 5 Inductive search The first person operates the transmitter and the second person operates the locator The transmitter induces a signal onto lines as it passes over them and the lines are then detected with the locator at a suitable distance
35. clamp range Standard clamps The clamp plugs into the locator accessory socket and is used for cable identification at points where the cable can be accessed The standard clamps are suitable for cables up to 130mm 5 diameter 30 Figure 8 2 Standard Clamp Small clamp The small clamp performs the same function as the standard clamp but is useful in cramped situations where there is insufficient access for the standard clamp The small clamp is suitable for cables up to 50mm 2 diameter Current Direction CD and Current Measurement CM clamp The CD CM clamp plugs into the accessory socket of the locator and enables CD and current measurements to be made on individual cables Figure 8 3 CD CM Clamp This accessory is used to identify a particular cable that is bunched with several other cables or in close proximity to other cables The combination of direction current and current magnitude is extremely useful for identification purposes 8 4 Transmitter clamps The transmitter clamp fits around a pipe or cable and safely applies a signal to a live insulated cable without interrupting or disconnecting the supply The clamp applies a very discriminating signal to a target line with reduced coupling to other lines A clamp can sometimes be a more effective method of applying the signal than Direct Connection The target line will carry the strongest signal The other lines will carry the wea
36. ction 14 6 and the on board Self Test NOTE Service by non approved service centers or operators may void the manufacturer s warranty Radiodetection products including this guide are under continuous development and are subject to change without notice Go to www radiodetection com or contact your local Radiodetection representative for the latest information regarding the RD8100 locator or any Radiodetection product 14 2 Enhanced Self Test RD8100 locators incorporate an Enhanced Self Test feature In addition to the typical checks for display and power functions the RD8100 applies test signals to it s locating circuitry during a Self Test to check accuracy and performance We recommend that a self test is run at least weekly or before each use Running a Self Test As the Self Test tests the integrity of the locate circuity it is important that it is carried out away from large metallic object such as vehicles or strong electrical signals To run a Self Test 1 Press the key to enter the menu Scroll to the INFO menu using the or keys Press the key to enter the INFO menu Select TEST using the or keys Press the key to select YES Press the key to begin the Self Test Once the Self Test is completed the result PASS or FAIL will be displayed N O OO A N Restart the locator using the key 8 14 3 RD Manager RD Manager is the RD8100 Locator PC companion and allows you
37. d Locate each conductor and mark its position Move the transmitter down the route and continue locating and marking 8 Trace each conductor out of the search area until the target can be accurately located Unwanted signal coupling Unwanted coupling of the signal from the target line to another nearby line is one of the most common location problems It leads either to an error in the marked position and depth of the target line or to marking the wrong line A certain degree of coupling is unavoidable in many situations but there are ways in which a careful user can reduce coupling and increase location reliability e Avoid applying the signal by induction The signal may be coupling to more than one line directly from the transmitter Use the signal clamp where possible e identify points where lines may be bonded or in close proximity to each other Work toward these points rather than away from them For example if gas and water pipes are bonded within a building apply the signal at the valves or access points in the road rather than in the building e Reduce coupling to a parallel line by using a low signal frequency where available 2015 Radiodetection Ltd e Return signal flowing on another line Use a double ended connection to by pass the ground return if possible e Choose a signal application point where the line is furthest from other lines and not in a congested area e When using single ended connection
38. d from www radiodetection com 5 1 Frequencies The RD8100 locator supports a range of active and passive frequencies It also supports 5 additional user definable frequencies in the range of 50Hz to 999Hz For a complete list of supported frequencies refer to the RD8100 Locator Specification datasheet Passive frequencies Passive frequency detection takes advantage of signals that may be present on buried metallic conductors The RD8100 locator supports four types of passive frequencies Power Radio CPS and CATV signals You can detect these frequencies without the aid of a transmitter if they are present on the utility you are surveying Power Filters RD8100 locators allow you to take advantage of the harmonic signals found on power networks When strong or interfering power signals are present accurate tracing of a target cable can be challenging Power Filters allow you to establish if a single large power signal comes from one source or from the presence of multiple cables The different harmonic characteristics of the detected lines can then be used to trace and mark their route Once in Power Mode press the key to switch out of Radiodetection s sensitive Power Mode and scroll through the five individual Power Filters The use of an individual Power Filter harmonic can also allow you to locate power lines in situations where the total signal would otherwise be too large Custom frequencies You can se
39. dance and Null arrows In Power Mode scroll through Power Filters for improved discrimination of parallel or strong power signals Increase and decrease gain RD8100 automatically sets gain to mid point when pressed Rapidly increase and decrease gain steps in 1dB increments Take a survey measurement and send over Bluetooth if paired Send an iLOC command to a paired transmitter Enter the transmitter power setting menu for use over iLOC Table 4 1 Locator key actions 2015 Radiodetection Ltd Transmitter key actions Key Short press Long press Enter the menu Switch power off Scroll through locate frequencies from low to high Take voltage and Take voltage and impedance impedance measurements using measurements at a selected frequency standardized frequency tt Adjusts the output Select standby oF signal maximum standard power Table 4 2 Transmitter key actions NOTE to scroll through frequencies from high to low hold while pressing the locators and transmitters button applies to both 4 4 Antenna modes The RD8100 locator supports 5 antenna modes to suit your particular application or the local environment To scroll between locate modes press the key PEAK For accurate locating the Peak bargraph provides a visual readout of the signal strength The Peak signal is found directly over the buried utility PEAK Choose to combine the accuracy of t
40. de Peak mode combines the accuracy of the Peak bargraph with a choice of Guidance or Null directional arrows Guidance arrows provide visual indication of the direction to the target utility and are designed to get you close to the Peak position faster before using the Peak bargraph to pinpoint the target utility Using Null arrows allow you to check for distortion before marking a point and should be used when accurate locate measurements are required Switching between arrow types When in Peak mode press and hold the key to toggle between Guidance and Null arrow types You can also select the default arrow type in the locator menu 1 Press the key to enter the menu 2 Scroll to the ARROW menu using the Q or keys 3 Press the D key to enter the ARROW menu 4 Select NULL or GUIDE using the Q or keys 5 Press the key twice to return to the main locate menu When using Guidance arrows Use the proportional arrows to guide the locator along the path of the target cable or pipe To accurately locate the center point of the target utility for example to mark a point or take a survey measurement use the Peak bargraph to pinpoint the Peak position When using Null arrows Use the arrow heads to place the locator above the NULL point If the Peak response is not at a maximum then this is evidence of a distorted field If the Peak response Is at its maximum level where the Null point is located then there is
41. e GPS location GPS models only or when paired to GPS compatible devices These measurements taken at specific points indicated by you can be used to report and map all your findings If the locator is a GPS model or if paired to Pocket PC or PDA with GPS running a compatible application such as SurveyCERT see Section 0 the locator will append position and time information to the data NOTE The internal GPS module needs to be switched on and connected to the GPS satellite system Refer to Section 12 for more information about Bluetooth pairing 11 1 Saving measurements To save survey measurements press the key To achieve accurate results the locator must be kept as still as possible during the saving process The locator will always save measurements to internal memory If Bluetooth is switched on and the Bluetooth survey measurements transmission is activated the locator will also attempt to send the saved measurement to a paired PDA running SurveyCERT see Section 11 4 or a compatible application See chapter 12 4 for instructions on how to enable the Bluetooth transmission to a paired device If your PDA is out of reach or if its Bluetooth features are disabled the locator will display an error code To avoid these errors disable the Bluetooth survey measurements transmission or ensure that your PDA is within range and correctly paired For more information about Bluetooth refer to Section 12
42. e several CD frequencies to help you determine the direction of current through a target line NOTE The transmitter and locator must both have the same CD frequency or frequencies installed to enable the feature to be used If you have more than one CD frequency installed ensure that the transmitter and locator are both set to the same CD frequency 2015 Radiodetection Ltd Figure 10 1 Current Direction To select the CD frequency proceed as follows Transmitter 1 Switch the transmitter off 2 Connect the transmitter to target cable or pipe either by Direct Connection or by using a CD clamp 3 Switch the transmitter on 4 Press the key until the CD frequency is displayed CD is a combination of two frequencies a CD frequency and a locate frequency NOTE RD8100 PTL locator models specific frequencies are only supported by the Tx 10 transmitter model Locator 1 Press the key until the CD frequency is displayed indicated by the CD icon and two small arrows above the frequency value 4 kHz CD The RD8100 PDL and PTL models feature Current Direction using a 4 kHz frequency This frequency is designed to enable you to use CD to identify a target line on higher impedance cables such as telephone cables and CATV 38 10 2 CD reset About CD reset When you trace a signal on very long target lines the transmitter signal gradually bleeds into the ground by capacitance This means the phase angle of the r
43. e submersible double depth antenna is suitable for use under water for tracing pipes or cables There is a weight at the bottom of the antenna for stability and the unit has been pressure tested to IP68 to a depth of 100m 300ft The antenna is supplied with 10m of submersible marine umbilical cable as standard but lengths of up to 100m can be supplied The extra length enables the antenna to be carried by a diver on a riverbed or seabed while the locator is used in a surface vessel It is crucial to have effective communication between the operator with the locator and the diver with the antenna Alternatively the antenna can be fastened to the end of a non metallic boom from a barge and lowered to the riverbed or seabed How to use a submersible antenna Apply the transmitter signal to the target line at an access point on the shore The submersible antenna line for tracing the line underwater is plugged into the accessory socket of the locator The locator is used onboard a boat which should by positioned directly over 34 the line The transmitting signal should be applied by Direct Connection with the strongest possible signal and at the frequency that the submersible antenna is calibrated to Make a ground connection about 50m 160ft from the transmitter Test the quality of signal on the line before locating on the water NOTE The submersible antenna is calibrated to work at one frequency Tips for using a submersible a
44. e transmitter menu 1 2 Press the key to enter the menu Use the or keys to scroll through the menu options Press the key to enter the option s submenu Use the or keys to scroll through the submenu options Press the key to confirm selection and return to the previous level or exit the menu Press the key to return to the main operation screen Transmitter menu options Adjust the speaker volume from 0 mute to 3 loudest FREQ Enable or disable individual frequencies BOOST Boost transmitter output for a specified period of time in minutes LANG Select menu language OPT F Run SideStepauto to auto select a locate frequency for the connected utility BATT Set battery type Alkaline NiMH or Li lon Select Eco mode alkaline batteries si its MAX P the maximum wattage transmitter to output MODEL Match the transmitter setting to the model of your locator MAX V Set the output voltage to maximum 90V Enable connections Bluetooth models only disable or pair Bluetooth Table 3 2 Transmitter menu options 10 Section 4 Operation Power options RD8100 systems are shipped as standard configured to use D cell alkaline batteries Both the locator and transmitter can also be powered using good quality rechargeable D cell NiMH batteries or the optional accessory Li lon rechargeable battery packs It s important to set the correct battery chemistry in the locator to opt
45. ed since the last time the locator was used and on the presence of obstacles like high buildings trees etc that obstruct sight to the sky If the unit has not been used for several days the time to first fix may take up to several minutes The RD8100 locator display provides a number of icons indicating the presence of an internal and active GPS and when this has locked to the GPS system the quality of the signal received or numbers of satellites received The accuracy of the GPS module is affected by the number of satellites received and best accuracy is only reached when the signal quality is at its maximum GPS operation B GED nues 4 AZ 6 Su GPS signal IDA quality TT ge 4 AK m B B Bema Figure 4 14 GPS Icons The LCD GPS operation icons provide visual information about the status of the internal GPS module GPS active seeking satellite lock GPS satellite lock acquired 3 5 satellites fixed Zz a 6 8 satellites fixed am 9 11 satellites fixed _ _ aa 12 or more satellites fixed Figure 4 15 GPS status and satellites in view Section 5 Locating cables and pipes This section introduces the principals and techniques of locating buried cable and pipe utilities with the RD8100 system For more information on the theory of cable and pipe location refer to ABC amp XYZ of locating buried pipes and cables which is available to downloa
46. eeeeeeeees 17 4 13 SideStepauto ccccececeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 17 4 14 Transmitter power output 17 4 15 Transmitter Eco mode 18 4 16 Measure mode 18 TT AN Ey E M en EE ee en ee O n 18 4 18 Usage Logging cccssccsseeceeecseeeneeesees 19 4 19 GPS GNSS 19 Section 5 Locating cables and pipes 20 5 1 FFFEQUCNIGICS Ms sj gt MM anneau 20 5 2 Antenna modes 21 wel one SS yy N n nn 23 Sale DD Dr ng n 23 BO IN DOL Ss ray neke een neue 23 5 6 Sweep and search 24 Section 6 Depth and current readings 25 D 1 Ll dU B 6 a PERS SN er oer a ika 25 6 2 Verifying depth measurements 25 6 3 Current readings U 26 Section 7 Locating techniques 28 7 1 Identifying target utilities 28 7 2 Signal amp ground connection 29 7 3 Double ended connections 29 2015 Radiodetection Ltd Section 8 Using accessories 30 8 1 About accessories 30 8 2 Headphones 30 8 3 Locator CAINS soree ones 30 8 4 Transmitter clamps EUEUEUU UUULUULL 31 8 9 SONES DD Dr 32 8 6 StethO SCONES ioi 5oyi kk Vaya Vek 34 8 7 Submersible antenna 34 Section 9 Fault finding 36 9 1 About fault finding
47. emaining signal gradually changes A CD Reset can be used to re establish correct CD operation To perform a CD reset press and hold the key This is referred to as phase shift and can occur whenever an alternating current signal is flowing in a System of conductors that have a significant capacitance or inductance The relative phase angle between the two frequencies will alter but only over extended distances r Figure 10 2 CD reset Figure 10 2 illustrates a buried line with significant Capacitance to ground It illustrates the gradual phase shift that occurs along the line The diagram shows a reference point on each waveform At first the reference point occurs right on the Peak of a positive half cycle A It gradually moves towards the zero crossing point D and ends up on the Peak of a negative half cycle F The direction has shifted from forwards to backwards At the intermediate point D the current flow cannot be determined At this point the CD arrows on the RD8100 locator will flash on and off In the example shown in the illustration by returning to C which is the last point at which a CD reading was achieved and performing a CD reset the response at C will be equivalent to that of A In most cases the phase angle shift does not occur until many kilometers from the transmitter and in some cases 2015 Radiodetection Ltd a CD reset may only be required every 20 kilometers 15 miles Performing a CD
48. equipment when damaged or faulty Batteries and power supply Use good quality Alkaline or NiMH batteries only When using an AC adapter use only Radiodetection approved adapters Only use Radiodetection approved Li lon battery packs Cleaning A WARNING Do not attempt to clean this equipment when it is powered or connected to any power source including batteries adapters and live cables Ensure the equipment is clean and dry whenever possible Clean with a soft moistened cloth If using this equipment in foul water systems or other areas where biological hazards may be present use an appropriate disinfectant Do not use abrasive materials or chemicals as they may damage the casing including the reflective labels Do not use high pressure hoses Disassembly Do not attempt to disassemble this equipment under any circumstances The locator and transmitter contain no user serviceable parts Disassembly may damage the equipment and or reduce its performance and may void the manufacturer s warranty Service and maintenance The locator and transmitter are designed to minimize the requirement for regular calibration However as with all safety equipment it is recommended and may be required by law that they are serviced at least once a year either at Radiodetection or a Radiodetection approved repair center 2015 Radiodetection Ltd Regularly check your locator for correct operation using eCert see se
49. es feeding illuminated street furniture as well as other street lights AAWARNING The live cable connector is for use only by operators licensed or permitted to work on live cables The use of a street light column as a means of applying a Signal to other power cables on the same electric circuit is a possibility The signal may be weak using this method because it may have travelled some distance back to the sub station and out again on the other system With the locator used on a high sensitivity setting it is often possible to locate a cable which would otherwise have been difficult or inconvenient to energize with the transmitter signal 2015 Radiodetection Ltd Finding a good ground point When using a Direct Connection it is important to get the best possible grounding for the transmitter This provides the lowest resistance ground path and the best output signal If it is not possible to use the ground stake the following are examples of good alternative ground points e Metal manhole covers e Metal drainage grates e Metal railings e Metal fence posts 7 3 Double ended connections Large diameter water pipes and gas distribution pipes that are laid in sections sometimes have insulated joints between the sections and can be difficult to locate using a single ended connect This is because when using a single ended connection ground return signals can often cause confusion by returning to the transmitter along othe
50. essories for tracing or locating non conductive utilities 10 TX EARTHLEAD 10 TX MPSU XX XX US UK EU AU CN 10 TX DC LEAD 10 TX DC LEAD INS 10 TX EARTHSTAKE 10 TX CONNECTION KIT 10 TX CLAMP EXTROD 10 TX APSU 10 TX121 XX XX DE EN FR NL Standard Sonde 33kHz device shown depth up to 5m Standard Sonde 8kHz depth up to 5m Standard Sonde 512Hz depth up to 5m Sewer Sonde 33kHz depth up to 8m External Shell for heavy duty Applications dia as Sewer Sonde Super Sonde 33kHz depth up to 15m Slim Sonde 33kHz depth up to 3 5m Slim Sonde Plain End Cap S6 Microsonde kit Pack of 10 x batteries for S6 Microsonde S9 MiniSonde Pack of 10 x batteries for S9 MiniSonde S13 Sonde Kit includes two end caps two batteries and case Pack of ten spare batteries for S13 Sonde S18A Sonde 33kHz S18B Sonde 33kHz Bendi sonde with M10 male end cap 512Hz continuous 2015 Radiodetection Ltd e 10 SONDE STD 33 10 SONDE STD 8 10 SONDE STD 512 10 SONDE SEWER 33 10 SONDE SEWER SHELL 10 SONDE SUPER 33 10 SONDE SLIM 33 10 SONDE SLIM ENDCAP 10 SONDE MICRO 33 10 SONDE MICRO BATPACK 10 SONDE MINI 33 10 SONDE MINI BATPACK 10 SONDE S13 33 10 SONDE S13 BATPACK 10 SONDE S18A 33 10 SONDE S18B 33 10 SONDE BENDI 512 50 10 SONDE BENDI Pack of 5 A batteries BATPACK 10 TRACE50 XX 10 TRACE80 XX XX D F GB NL FlexiTrace 50m Tx powered pushrod transmitter
51. ger signal from an adjacent line to which the signal has coupled or shares common grounding because it is nearer the surface Although current measurement compensates for depth signal response will be less as the depth increases 26 The line with the highest current measuremenit rather than the line giving the strongest response is the target line to which the transmitter signal has been connected Measuring current provides useful information about the position of bends and intersections Measuring current after a tee will indicate the main line that pulls more current along its greater length rL Zl RD800 i eseran pains i J mA Conventional locator response 60 Figures 6 4 6 6 Taking current readings 2015 Radiodetection Ltd Applying a transmitter signal The transmitter signal can be connected clamped or induced to the target line in the same way as the signal for line tracing is applied A 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 Signal current measurements Pinpoint the line and confirm the accuracy of the Peak pinpoint with null arrows Check the locator is directly over the line with the antennas at right angles to it and vertical The locator will automatically estimate and display depth on the LCD
52. gnetic interference can limit the range of wireless communication and or corrupt data Your PDA device may have insufficient memory to maintain a wireless link particularly if the connection is sustained over an hour or longer Make sure you quit applications on your PDA using the method described in your device s documentation Although iLOC can successfully function at distances up to 450m 1400ft in direct line of sight your PDA or notebook and the RD8100 locator must be within 10m 30ft to maintain a wireless connection Resetting connections If you experience problems with the RD8100 wireless Bluetooth technology features Radiodetection recommends resetting the connection and then pairing your device again To reset the wireless connections 6 Press the key to enter the menu 7 Scroll to the BT menu using the or keys 8 Press the key to enter the BT menu 9 Scroll up or down to the RESET menu 10 Press the key and the locator will purge all current connections 2015 Radiodetection Ltd 11 Re pair your devices as described in section 4 4 Bluetooth error codes lf an error occurs when attempting to perform any Bluetooth command using the locator to the transmitter or the locator to a PC or PDA the LCD will display a code to help you resolve the problem on the locator The codes are as follows BT Code Description Bluetooth not configured for this unit Internal Bluetooth error Locator not paired
53. hallowest indication will be the most accurate and will also indicate the line s position most accurately Checking depth accuracy This paragraph describes several quick and easy ways of verifying that the depth reading on the locator when used for markers or conductors and sondes is within acceptable limits Refer to this if you are getting inaccurate depth readings from a cable or pipe for which you know the approximate depth Inaccurate depth readings could be the result of the locator picking up a stronger signal such as another cable or pipe running in close parallel to the target pipe or cable There are two ways of checking the calibration of the locator in the field Both methods require the use of a transmitter Method 1 Place the transmitter on top of a non metallic object 18 500mm in height or more on the ground and away from any buried lines Switch the transmitter on in induction mode Hold the locator with the blade horizontal and pointing towards the front of the transmitter and approximately five meters from the front of the transmitter 1 Switch the locator on 2 Select the same frequency as is selected on the transmitter but make sure that this frequency is in the sonde mode 3 Move the locator from left to right and when the bargraph reading is at its Peak note the depth as indicated on the locator Measure the distance from the base of the locator to the center of the transmitter using a tape measu
54. he Peak bargraph with Null arrows which can indicate the presence of distortion or with proportional Guidance arrows for rapid line tracing switch between them by pressing and holding the key GUIDANCE Proportional arrows and a ballistic directional needle combine with audio left right indication for rapidly tracing the general path of a buried utility BROAD PEAK Operating similarly to Peak mode but giving a result over a wider area Used to detect and trace very weak signals for example very deep utilities gt NULL Provides a quick left right indication of the path of a utility As Null is susceptible to interference it is best used in areas where no other utilities are present lt J U For more information on selecting and using the various antenna modes to assist with cable and pipe location refer to Section 5 14 4 5 System setup The RD8100 locator and transmitter settings can be accessed via the menu Once in the menu it is possible to change settings according to your preferences and operating requirements examples of setting changes are shown below personal Some Refer to the locator and transmitter menu options tables 3 1 and 3 2 for more information NOTE These procedures refer to both the transmitter and locator unless stated otherwise Before changing settings ensure the locator or transmitter is switched on by pressing the key for two seconds Language T
55. he locator and transmitter support a number of languages You can specify your preferred language using the menu system To select your preferred menu language 1 Press the key to enter the menu 2 Scroll to the LANG menu using the or keys 3 Press the key on the locator or the key on the transmitter to enter the LANG menu 4 Scroll through the language options using the or keys 5 Press the key to accept your selection and return to the main menu 6 Press the key to return to the main operation screen Battery type RD8100 locators and transmitters support Lithium lon Alkaline or Nickel Metal Hydride batteries You should set the Locator and transmitter battery type to match the currently installed type This is to ensure optimal performance and correct battery level indication Lithium lon batteries will automatically be detected by the locator To set your battery type 1 Press the key to enter the menu 2 Scroll to the BATT menu using the or arrows 3 Press the key on the locator or the key on the transmitter to enter the BATT menu 4 Scroll through the battery options using the the or 7 keys 2015 Radiodetection Ltd 5 Press the key to accept your selection and return to the main menu 6 Press the key to return to the main operation screen 7 If you are using the optional Li lon RD8100 battery pack the locator will automatically select the correct battery type P
56. imize performance see Section 4 5 Transmitters can also be powered using optional accessory mains or vehicle power adapters Inserting batteries RD8100 systems are shipped with D cell battery trays Suitable alkaline or NiMH batteries should be fitted in the battery compartment before your first use On the Locator To fit the D cell batteries in the locator unlatch the battery compartment Figure 4 1 Open the battery compartment Insert 2 x good quality D cell batteries Note the polarity of the cells when inserting them in the battery tray Figure 4 2 Inserting locator batteries 2015 Radiodetection Ltd On the transmitter To fit the D cell batteries in the transmitter unlatch the accessory tray The battery compartment see figure 2 5 is located underneath the transmitter body Use the turnkey to unlatch the battery compartment Insert eight D Cell Alkaline or NiMH batteries Jli A HEJ J i Figure 4 3 D cell battery trays Battery status The locator and transmitter displays provide a battery level indicator refer to the diagrams in Section 3 When battery replacement is necessary the display shows a flashing battery icon NOTE Prolonged use of high power output on the transmitter will reduce battery life Removing fitting battery packs Locator battery pack 1 Open the battery compartment using the release catch figure 4 1 2 f using a Li lon battery pack
57. in areas where wireless communication devices are considered hazardous Check with local authorities for more information Keep this equipment clean and arrange for regular services with an authorized Radiodetection service center More information can be found in the Appendix or from your local Radiodetection representative lt is important to regularly clean and sanitize products which may become contaminated through contact with foul water or other contaminants Headphone use you need to remain alert to traffic and other hazards that are normally heard outdoors Always turn the volume down before plugging headphones into an audio source and use only the minimum level necessary to take your measurements Excessive exposure to loud sounds can cause hearing damage 2015 Radiodetection Ltd Do not attempt to open or dismantle any part of this equipment unless directed specifically by this manual Doing so may render the equipment faulty and may void the manufacturer s warranty You are responsible for determining whether you consider the measurement results to be valid and for any conclusions that are reached or any measures that are taken as a result thereof Radiodetection can neither guarantee the validity of any measuring results nor can we accept liability for any such results We are on no account able to accept liability for any damage which may be caused as a consequence of the use of these results Please see the Standard Wa
58. ker return signal If the system comprises only two conductors they may carry equal signals A warninec Do not clamp around uninsulated live conductors 2015 Radiodetection Ltd A WARNING Before applying or removing the clamp around a power cable ensure that the clamp is connected to the transmitter at all times The clamp may buzz or vibrate if it is placed around a power cable that has significant net current flow This is normal and does not harm the equipment Connecting the clamp 6 Plug the clamp into the transmitter output socket 7 Putthe clamp around the pipe or cable and ensure that the jaws are closed Switch the transmitter on The display will show the Clamp connected icon oy Figure 8 4 Clamp connected icon The line should be grounded earthed on each side of the clamp for the signal to transfer to the line Ground the line if necessary An insulated cable may be traced even if it has no actual ground connection providing a reasonable length is buried either side of the clamp to provide capacitive coupling to ground earth Figures 8 5 8 6 Connecting transmitter clamps 31 NOTE It is not necessary to make a ground connection from the transmitter when using the clamp Transmitter clamp range Although transmitter and locator clamps look the same they have different internal windings To prevent the wrong clamp being connected transmitters and locator clamps have plugs of a different
59. key to enter the PAIR menu Scroll up or down to the BT PC option N O OO A W DPD Press the key and the locator will attempt to pair with your PDA On your PDA 8 From the PDA s Start menu select Settings then select the Connections Tab followed by the Bluetooth icon 9 Ensure the Bluetooth radio is switched on and make the PDA visible to other devices 10 Select the Devices tab and scan for partnerships new 11 Create a partnership with the RD8M_xxx device 12 If asked for a passkey enter 1234 13 Select the COM Ports tab and make a New Outgoing Port with the RD8100 locator Note the port number of the selected COM port 2015 Radiodetection Ltd RD8100 locators can transmit survey measurements to a paired PDA device running a compatible program To set the locator to work with Radiodetection s SurveyCERT application you need to set the data format to the PPP protocol 1 Press the key to enter the menu Scroll to the BT menu using the or keys Press the key to enter the BT menu Scroll up or down to the PROT menu Press the key to enter the PROT menu Scroll up or down to the PPP option N O OH A N Press the key to confirm your choice and exit the menu The ASCII protocols can be used when using third party PDA programs Refer to the software supplier s operation manual for instructions 12 6 Bluetooth standby mode When using the Bluetooth connection on the RD8100 the Bluetooth mod
60. keys to scroll through the menu options Press the D key to enter the option s submenu Use the or arrows to scroll through the submenu options Press the key to make a selection and return to the previous menu Press the key to return to the main operation screen Locator menu options DATA Delete or measurement data and enable or disable Adjust the speaker volume from 0 mute to 3 loudest send saved survey the communication channel Enable disable reset or pair Bluetooth connections Also defines the protocol used when connecting to a PC or PDA Enable disable the internal GPS module and SBAS augmentation GPS models or select an external GPS source CD Reset when in CD mode UNITS Select metric or imperial units INFO Run a Self Test display the date of the most recent service recalibration M CAL or the most recent eCert calibration Displays the date of the last calibration or eCert calibration validation LANG Select menu language POWER Select local power network frequency 50 or 60Hz Enable or disable antenna modes with the exception of Peak FREQ Enable or disable individual frequencies ALERT Enable or disable Strike Alert BATT Set battery type Alkaline NiMH or Li lon ARROW Select NULL or proportional Guidance GUIDE arrows in Peak mode COMP Enable or disable display of the Compass feature Table 3 1 Locator menu options 2015 Radiodetection Ltd Navigating th
61. less communications are considered hazardous To switch Bluetooth off 1 Press the key to enter the menu 2 Scroll to the BT menu using the or keys 3 Press the key locator or the 7 key transmitter to enter the BT menu 4 Scroll up or down to the OFF option 5 Press the key to switch Bluetooth off and return to the previous menu 2015 Radiodetection Ltd 12 3 Pairing to a transmitter To pair to a transmitter you require a Bluetooth enabled model such as the Tx 5B or Tx 10B Before you begin try to switch off all nearby Bluetooth equipment as they may interfere with the locator and transmitter s pairing process On the locator 1 Press the key to enter the menu 2 Scroll to the BT menu using the or keys 3 Press the key to enter the BT menu 4 Scroll to the PAIR menu and press the key to enter it 5 Scroll to the BT TX option On the transmitter 6 Press the key to enter the menu Scroll to the BT menu using the or keys 7 8 Press the key to enter the BT menu 9 Scroll to the PAIR option Starting the pairing process 10 Press the key on the transmitter followed by the key on the locator NOTE You should press these keys within a 30 second window otherwise the connection may time out 11 The transmitter and the locator will now attempt to pair When pairing is in progress the transmitter and locator will display a flashing Bluetooth icon Pairing can take up to a
62. ll to the OPT F menu using the or G keys 3 Press the key to enter the OPT F menu 4 Scroll through using the or keys until START is displayed 5 Press the key to start SideStepauto and exit the OPTF Menu 6 Press the key to exit the menu NOTE SideStepauto has to be enabled for each Direct Connection using the START option At any time the user may manually change the frequency using the key 4 14 Transmitter power output The transmitter supports several power output modes to help you select the optimal settings for requirements whilst helping to prolong battery life your Adjusting power output NOTE On iLOC enabled models you can adjust the transmitters power output remotely using the locator For more information refer to Section 13 To adjust the power output 1 Press the or keys to increase or decrease power output Boost Tx 10 amp Tx 10B only Boost allows the Tx 10 transmitter to output its maximum output power Boost mode can be set to operate for a specified period of time To configure boost 1 Press the key to enter the menu 2 Scroll to the BOOST menu using the 7 or keys 3 Press the key to enter the BOOST menu 4 Set the BOOST duration using the or keys You can choose 5 10 15 and 20 minute periods or ON for continuous operation 5 Press the key to accept your changes and exit the BOOST menu Press the key to exit the menu To enable boost
63. meter S6 33kHz microsonde which with a range of 6 6 2m targets fiber optic micro ducting or other small non conductive pipes to the 33kHz Super Sonde which with a depth range of 50 feet 15m targets deep sewer pipes Consult the precision locate accessory range brochure or web page on www radiodetection com for a full list of all available sondes and their technical specifications Check that the sonde has sufficient range for the application and is dimensionally small enough and sufficiently robust for the application Ensure that the frequency of the sonde corresponds with the locator frequency the locator will not locate the sonde unless the frequencies are the same Sondes are marked with their transmitting frequency Ensure that the means of propelling the sonde is available together with the correct fittings and couplings Preparation Insert a new battery into the sonde A new battery or a freshly recharged battery should be used at the beginning of each day and preferably at the start of each new job Before inserting the sonde check that the sonde and locator are at the same frequency and working correctly To do this place the sonde on the ground at a distance from the locator that is equal to the rated depth of the sonde Point the locator at the sonde with the antenna in line with the sonde the opposite of using the locator to locate a line and check that the bargraph reading exceeds 50 at maximum sensitivity
64. minute If the pairing process is successful the transmitter will display the icon and the locator will display a persistent Bluetooth icon for the duration of the connection If pairing fails ensure that any nearby Bluetooth devices are switched off or invisible then repeat the process Once the locator and transmitter have successfully paired the transmitter should be power cycled to complete the process You can then use iLOC to remotely change the transmitter s output frequency and power levels from the locator See Section 1313 1 for further details 42 12 4 Pairing to a PDA or PC 12 5 Bluetooth Protocol Connection requirements e Any RD8100 locator e A compatible Bluetooth enabled PDA or Bluetooth enabled PC or Laptop Pairing NOTE The procedure below describes the pairing process between a RD8100 locator and a PDA Pairing to a PC follows the same steps for the RD8100 locator and similar steps for your PC or laptop Consult your PC or laptop Bluetooth pairing instructions to pair with the RD8100 locator Pair the RD8100 locator to your PDA using your PDA s Bluetooth software NOTE The procedure for pairing your PDA may differ depending on the PDA make and model The following procedure should apply to most PDAs On the locator 1 Press the key to enter the menu Scroll to the BT menu using the or keys Press the key to enter the BT menu Scroll up or down to the PAIR menu Press the
65. mitter to enter the FREQ menu 4 Scroll through the frequency options using the or keys 5 Press the D key on the locator or the key on the transmitter to enter the frequency 6 Scroll to OFF or ON using the 7 or keys 7 Press the key to accept your selection and return to frequency menu 8 Ifyou wish to make any further changes follow steps 4 to 6 If you do not wish to make any further changes press the WY key twice to return to the main operation screen Volume control The transmitter and locator feature an internal speaker to provide critical warnings and assist with cable and pipe location To adjust audio level WARNING Muting audio on the locator will disable the StrikeA ert audio alarm 1 Press the key to enter the menu 2 Scroll to the VOL menu the or arrows 3 Press the key locator or the key transmitter to enter the VOL menu 4 Scroll through the volume options using the Oor keys 5 Press the key to accept your selection and return to the main menu 6 Press the key to return to the main operation screen 4 6 Dynamic Overload Protection Dynamic Overload Protection DOP allows you to locate accurately in areas with high levels of electromagnetic interference such as sub stations and beneath high voltage transmission lines DOP works by disregarding signal spikes that would otherwise overwhelm the RD8100 locators digital signal processor DOP is an integr
66. n sonde mode only the tip of the FlexiTrace is energized whilst in line mode its whole length is energized To use as a sonde connect both transmitter leads to the FlexiTrace stud terminals As the FlexiTrace terminals are not color coded it does not matter to which terminals the leads are connected To use the FlexiTrace in line mode connect the red transmitter lead to one of the FlexiTrace terminals and connect the black transmitter lead to a suitable ground connection Figure 8 11 FlexiTrace 8 6 Stethoscopes When to use a stethoscope At times it may not be possible to put a clamp around a cable because of congestion or because of inaccessibility A stethoscope antenna should be used in place of a clamp to identify the target cable s How to use a stethoscope Plug the stethoscope into the locator accessory socket Press the concave head against each cable in turn to detect a maximum signal Stethoscope range Large stethoscope antenna The large stethoscope antenna which plugs into the locator accessory socket is used for cable identification in situations where the cable is exposed It is particularly useful for identifying heavy cables lying in a tray where it is not possible to fit a clamp The concave detector head on the end of the insulated flexible gooseneck is placed firmly against the cable to be identified If there are a number of cables the stethoscope antenna will give the strongest response from the
67. nager PC software See Section 14 3 for further details NOTE You can also register your products by e mail See Section 14 4 for more details From time to time Radiodetection may release new software to improve the performance or add new functionality to products By registering the user will hs the option of subscribing to e mail alerts advising about any new software and special offers related to its product range Users can opt out any time from receiving software and technical notifications or just from receiving marketing material 2015 Radiodetection Ltd Section 1 includes an overview of safety procedures and notices Review them before moving on to Section 2 and the rest of this manual Section 3 provides an overview of the RD8100 system with annotated diagrams of the locator and transmitter Section 4 introduces basic setup and operation using the RD8100 locator s menu system Section 5 introduces the theory and practice of cable and pipe location using the RD8100 locator and transmitter Section 6 introduces depth and current readings Section 7 provides general locating tips Section 8 introduces the range of accessories that are compatible with the RD8100 system Section 9 introduces cable sheath fault finding using the RD8100 locator and an accessory A frame Section 10 introduces Current Direction CD Section 11 introduces the survey measurement recording capabilities of the locator Section 12
68. no or very limited distortion present In Peak mode the following indicators are displayed by the LCD e Right and left arrows e Signal strength e Compass e Current e Depth To select Peak mode 1 Press the key until the Peak mode icon X is displayed on the LCD 2015 Radiodetection Ltd Guidance mode Guidance mode offers good performance in distorted fields and provides three indicators to guide the user towards the target line The Left and Right Proportional Arrows become shorter as the locator approaches the target and the Target Position Needle will move towards its central position The Signal Strength reading will also reach its maximum value when the locator is positioned above the target Any deviation from all three indicators showing the target position in the same location could signal the presence of a distorted field In Guidance mode the following indicators are displayed e Proportional left and right arrows e Target Position Needle e Signal strength e Gain e Compass e Current e Depth To select Guidance mode 1 Press the key until the Guidance mode icon T is displayed on the LCD Broad Peak mode In Broad Peak mode the RD8100 locator uses a single antenna to detect with higher sensitivity over a wider area than Peak mode This is particularly useful for locating deep utilities quickly and indiscriminately In Broad Peak mode the following indicators are displayed by the LCD e Dep
69. nsmitters output frequency manually using your transmitters keypad or automatically using iLOC Bluetooth transmitters only 2015 Radiodetection Ltd To manually select a transmitter output frequency 1 Press the key to cycle through available frequencies To change frequencies using iLOC refer to Section 13 NOTE Some frequencies require that you connect an accessory for example an A Frame before the frequency is available NOTE Some RD8100PTL model frequencies are only available in the Tx 10B transmitter model 5 2 Antenna modes The RD8100 system supports five antenna modes exclusively dedicated to locating cable and pipes and to Suit your particular application or the local environment These are e Peak mode e Peak mode e Guidance mode e Broad Peak mode e Null mode Peak mode Peak mode provides the most sensitive and accurate mode for location and depth measurement It provides a sharo Peak response with a corresponding small decrease in sensitivity Peak mode cannot be disabled using the menu In Peak mode the following indicators are displayed by the LCD e Depth e Current e Signal strength e Compass To select Peak mode 1 Press the key until the Peak mode icon A is displayed on the LCD NOTE The depth and current values will display automatically although these values should not be considered accurate until the locator is directly over the target line 21 Peak M mo
70. ntenna The user in the boat should be a specialist or have considerable experience using a locator so that they can give concise instructions to the diver lt is prudent for the pair to practice working together on dry land before attempting to locate underwater Using the antenna the diver should locate and trace a known line blindfolded receiving directions from the user with the locator out of sight of the line and the diver Because of rapid signal loss and a combination of large surface area and very conductive soil there may be problems applying a suitable signal for tracing a large diameter pipe It may be necessary to use a high power low frequency tracing signal It is necessary to define a method of recording target line position and depth before starting work in the boat or on the seabed 2015 Radiodetection Ltd nn A Figure 8 12 Using a submersible antenna AwARNING Only properly licensed and experienced divers should attempt to use the submersible antenna 39 Section 9 Fault finding RD8100PDL and PTL locators are capable of locating cable to ground faults caused by damaged cable sheaths and can also be used to locate damage to insulation on pipelines This process is known as Fault Finding and uses specific fault find signals applied to the target Fault find signals can only be applied using Direct Connection method The A frame accessory is used to locate cable sheath faults
71. objects including live objects which do not radiate any detectable signal The RD8100 or any other electromagnetic locator cannot detect these objects so proceed with caution There are also some live cables which the RD8100 will not be able to detect in Power mode The RD8100 does not indicate whether a signal is from a single cable or from several in close proximity CAUTION The battery cover the accessory cover and the headphone cover protect the locator s sockets from debris and water ingress If they get damaged or lost contact Radiodetection or your local service representative for a replacement one Batteries WARNING Batteries can get hot after prolonged use at full output power Take care while replacing or handling batteries WARNING Do not tamper with or attempt to disassemble the battery packs CAUTION If battery failure is suspected return the entire unit to an authorized repair center for investigation and repair Local national or IATA transport regulations may restrict the shipment of faulty batteries Check with your courier for restrictions and best practice guidelines Your local Radiodetection representative will be able to direct you to our authorized repair centers WARNING Exposing the battery to a high temperature above 60 C 140 may activate safety systems and cause a permanent battery failure Disposal This symbol on the product accessories or literature indicates that the produc
72. odifications made to this equipment not approved by Radiodetection may void the authority granted to the user by the FCC to operate this equipment Industry Canada Compliance Statements ICES 003 Class A Notice This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Avis NMB 003 Classe A Cet appareil num rique de la classe A est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada 1 3 Intellectual property 2015 Radiodetection Ltd All Radiodetection is a subsidiary of SPX Corporation SPX rights reserved the green gt and X are trademarks of SPX Corporation Inc Radiodetection and RD8100 are registered trademarks of Radiodetection in the United States and or other countries Trademarks and Notices The following are trademarks of Radiodetection eCert iLOC TruDepth SideStep SideStepauto RD Manager Peak SurveyCERT StrikeAlert CALSafe Current Direction The design of the RD8100 locators and transmitters has been registered The design of the 4 chevrons has been registered The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks of Bluetooth Sig Inc and any use of such trademarks by Radiodetection is under license Windows and Windows XP are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries Due to a policy of continued development we reserve the right to alter or amend any published specification without notice This document
73. on power and telecom cables or insulation faults on pipelines To use Fault Find you will need the following equipment e RD8100 locator e Tx 5 or Tx 10 transmitter e Accessory A frame with connecting lead e Direct connection lead and earth stake There are 2 types of signals that can be used for fault finding e 8K Fault Find useful for sheath faults on cables but can also be used on pipelines over shorter distances e CD Fault Find only available on Tx 10 this low frequency signal is very useful on pipelines and particularly useful on long distance pipelines CD can also be used for locating sheath faults on cables 9 2 Preparation Using RD8100 standard locating techniques locate the cable or pipe for a short distance and trace and mark its route Remove all earth bonds from the line to be traced during the fault finding survey If there are any earth bonds along the path the fault find signal may direct the user to this location as this will be the preferred path for the fault find signal to leak away into the ground and may result in the fault not being located Connecting the transmitter 1 With the transmitter switched off connect the Direct Connection lead into the transmitter accessory socket 2 Clip the red connection lead to the cable cable sheath or pipe ensuring that the area around the connection is clean and that a positive connection is achieved 3 Extend the black connection lead as far away a
74. onductors Please note that these signals will also be airborne and it is advisable to keep the distance between the transmitter and locator at least 10m 30 this distance may need to be increased particularly if depth measurements are taken Signal clamp An optional signal clamp can be connected to the transmitter and clamped around a cable or pipe to apply the transmitter signal This method of applying the transmitter signal is particularly useful on insulated live wires and removes the need to disconnect the supply to the cable Clamps are available up to 8 5 215mm in diameter WARNING Do not clamp around uninsulated live conductors A WaRNING Before applying or removing the clamp around a power cable ensure that the clamp is connected to the transmitter at all times Selecting frequencies lt is important to select the correct or appropriate frequency for your particular application For more information see Section 5 1 or refer to the application note ABC amp XYZ of Locating Buried Pipes and Cables which is available as a free download from www radiodetection com To select a frequency on the locator 1 Press the key to cycle through available frequencies 2 Alternatively hold down the key and press the or keys to cycle up or down the range of frequencies If locating using an active frequency you must also set your transmitter to output the matching frequency You can change your tra
75. ontrol the transmitter using the locator See Section 13 for more information Obtaining a reference reading Position the locator approximately 2m 6 feet from the ground stake and push the A frame spikes into the ground with the green spike towards the ground stake Attach the locator to the A frame by the retention hook If you are holding the locator separately make sure that the locator is in line with the A frame and is pointing towards the green spike The fault direction arrow 36 should be pointing away from the ground stake If it is not make sure that the transmitter is connected correctly red connector to the cable and black to the ground stake Take the dB reading and keep it for reference If there is a single fault on the cable it will be approximately the same dB value as the reference reading NOTE To establish how often to take readings on the cable or pipe move away from the ground stake and take further readings until the arrow has difficulty in locking and the dB reading is low Measure the distance that the locator is now away from the ground stake This is the distance that you can safely use between taking readings on the cable or pipe to ensure that you do not miss the fault 9 3 How to find a fault Starting from the transmitter walk along the cable or pipe route pushing the A Frame spikes into the ground with the green spike pointing away from the transmitter Where there are no faults the dB
76. orientation Standard signal clamps The standard clamps apply the transmitter signal very selectively and effectively to a target cable up to 130mm 5 in diameter using frequencies from 8kHz to 200kHz The standard and small clamps have a double spring action for positive toroidal contact Small signal clamp The small signal clamp is useful for applying signals from 8kHz to 200kHz to a target cable in a pedestal or other place with limited space The clamp is suitable for cables up to 50mm diameter Current Direction CD clamp Figure 8 7 CD clamp The CD clamp plugged into the accessory socket of the transmitter enables CD signals to be applied to individual cables A WARNING The transmitter must only be connected to live services using the appropriate accessory such as a plug connector or live cable connector Sonde overview A sonde is a self contained battery operated transmitter used for tracing the paths of pipes ducts sewers and drains and in the precise location of blockages or collapses The sonde can be fitted to a flexible rod for insertion or pushing through pipes etc and the smaller diameter sondes can be used in conjunction with jetting machines and blown through the duct suitable 2015 Radiodetection Ltd Radiodetection locator can then be used to locate the sonde Choosing a suitable sonde Radiodetection offers a wide range of sonde to suit most applications From the 6 mm dia
77. ower network frequency Select the correct frequency 50 or 60Hz for your country or region s power supply on your locator To change power frequency on the locator 1 Press the key to enter the menu 2 Scroll to the POWER menu using the or keys 3 Press the key to enter the POWER menu 4 Scroll through the power options using the or keys 5 Press the key to accept your selection and return to the main menu 6 Press the key to return to the main operation screen Measurement units The RD8100 locator allows you to work in Metric or Imperial US Customary units To select your preferred units 1 Press the key to enter the menu 2 Scroll to the UNITS option using the or keys 3 Press the key to enter the UNIT menu 4 Scroll through the measurement options using the or keys to select METRE for metric or IMP for imperial units 5 Press the key to accept your selection and return to the main menu 6 Press the key to return to the main operation screen Enabling disabling frequencies The locator and transmitter support a wide range of frequencies and there may be times when some ofthese frequencies are not used It is possible to quickly enable or disable frequencies using the menu system To enable or disable frequencies 1 Press the key to enter the menu 2 Scroll to the FREQ menu using the or keys 15 3 Press the key on the locator or the key on the trans
78. pe 640 512Hz Submersible DD Antenna 10m Cable 8kHz Submersible DD Antenna 10m Cable Headphones A Frame includes A Frame Lead A Frame Bag A Frame replacement lead 2 50mm Locator signal clamp 4 100mm Locator signal clamp 5 130mm Locator signal clamp CD and Current Measurement Clamp GPS PDA with SurveyCERT Transmitter Accessories Live Plug Connector Live Cable Connector with Crocodile clips 2 50mm Transmitter Signal Clamp 4 100mm Transmitter Signal Clamp 5 130mm Transmitter Signal Clamp 8 5 215mm Transmitter Signal Clamp CD Transmitter Clamp 2015 Radiodetection Ltd 10 RX STETHOSCOPE HG 10 RX STETHOSCOPE S 10 RX STETHOSCOPE L 10 RX CD STETHOSCOPE 10 RX SUBANTENNA 640 10 RX SUBANTENNA 8K 10 RX HEADPHONES 10 RX AFRAME 10 RX AFRAME BAG 10 RX AFRAME LEAD 10 RX CLAMP 50 10 RX CLAMP 100 10 RX CLAMP 130 10 RX CD CLAMP 10 RX PDA 10 TX LPC XX XX US UK EU 10 TX LCC 10 TX CLAMP 50 10 TX CLAMP 100 10 TX CLAMP 130 10 TX CLAMP 215 10 TX CD CLAMP 49 Earth Reel Mains power AC transformer to 12V DC Tx Direct Connection Lead Tx DC Lead Insulated Plug Socket Earth Stake Transmitter Connection Kit Contains Earth Reel Earth Stake Connection Leads and Magnet Signal Clamp Extension Rod 12V Car Power Lead with Isolation Transformer Tx 121 Isolation Transformer for locating 3 phase core core shorts Se ne E Acc
79. pinpoint is accurate The pinpoint is not precise if the marks do not correspond but both marks will show an error to the same side True line position will be close to the Peak position The line lies half the distance to the other side of the Peak position as the distance between the Peak and the Null positions Figure 5 3 Pinpointing with Peak and Null indicators 23 5 6 Sweep and search There are a number of techniques available for locating unknown lines in an area Using these techniques is particularly important before conducting any excavation work to help ensure that buried lines are not damaged Passive sweep A passive sweep is used to locate Power Radio CATV or CPS signals that may radiate from buried conductors To perform a passive sweep 1 Press the key to select the passive frequency you wish to locate You can select from the following passive frequencies Power Radio GATV Cable TV CPS Cathodic Protection System PASSIV simultaneously detects Power and Radio signals where present 2 Adjust the sensitivity to maximum reduce the sensitivity to keep the bar graph on scale when there is a response 3 Traverse the area in a grid search at a steady walk and hold the locator comfortably with the antenna in line with the direction of movement and at right angles to any lines that may be crossed Figure 5 4 Passive sweep Stop when the locator response rises to indicate the presen
80. pped models only The presence of GNSS data allows for the data to be mapped easily and to export and save the information directly into GIS systems For more details on connecting to and sharing data with an external device refer to Section 12 GPS menu To enter the GPS menu 1 Press the key to enter the menu 2 Scroll to the GPS menu using the or keys 3 Press the key to enter the GPS menu Use the or keys to scroll through the 5 options e RESET Select YES to reset the internal GPS GPS equipped models only e INT Select this to use the internal GPS if present e EXT Select this to use the GPS from a compatible paired device e OFF Select this to switch off the internal GPS module and save battery e SBAS Select this to switch ON or OFF SBAS Satellite Based Augmentation System SBAS can improve GPS accuracy particularly in N America EXIT Select this to exit the GPS menu 4 Press the key to accept your changes and exit the GPS menu 5 Press the key to exit the menu 2015 Radiodetection Ltd Note When SBAS is ON the GPS system may take longer to lock Internal GNSS GPS RD8100 GPS models have an internal GNSS module When internal GPS is enabled it will automatically try to lock onto a number of satellites as soon as the RD8100 unit is turned on The time required for the GPS module to lock onto the GPS system varies depending on the length of time that has pass
81. provides instructions on how to use the RD8100 locators Bluetooth technology to pair to external devices Section 13 introduces iLOC Radiodetection s advanced remote transmitter control technology Section 14 includes several appendices with reference material and other technical information Read this manual in its entirety before attempting to operate the RD8100 locator or transmitter Note all safety notices in the preface and throughout this manual You are responsible for determining whether the conditions are suitable for using this device Always carry out a risk assessment of the site to be inspected Follow your company and national safety procedures and or requirements when operating this equipment in any environment or workplace If you are unsure what policies or procedures apply contact your company or site s occupational health and safety officer or your local government for more information Do not use this equipment if you suspect that any component or accessory is damaged or faulty Before inserting the earth stake into the ground ensure there are no shallow cables or services that could be damaged by the earth stake Use authorized accessories only Incompatible accessories may damage the equipment or give inaccurate readings If you intend to uncover a sub surface utility by digging you must follow your company region and country s codes of practice for excavation Do not use iLOC or Bluetooth
82. r lines The problem sometimes occurs when return signals appear stronger than on the target line usually because the target line is deeper than the line carrying the return signal or the return path may be a better electrical conductor than the target line Applying a double ended transmitter connection is a useful technique for positively tracing and identifying a target line in a situation such as a heavily congested industrial site provided there are access points at each end of the line Making a double ended connection Connect the transmitter to an access point on the target line The transmitter ground is connected with a long cable to another access point further along the line A complete circuit is achieved without using ground as a current return path The long cable should be kept as far away as possible from the expected route of the line This method of applying the transmitter signal is ideal for positive identification of a target line When a connection has been made to two points on the same line the same level of current should be detectable around the circuit The locator display should remain constant if the depth of the line does not change Figure 7 5 Making double ended connections 29 Section 8 Using accessories 8 1 About accessories Both the transmitter and locator are compatible with a wide range of accessories When an accessory is connected the locator or transmitter will recognize it
83. re 4 Compare this reading with the depth reading on the locator The locator can be considered accurate if the difference between the depth reading on the locator and the distance measured with the tape is less than 10 2015 Radiodetection Ltd Method 2 1 Apply a signal to a cable or pipe of known depth 2 Locate the cable or pipe the locator will display depth on the LCD automatically 3 Compare the depth reading on the locator with the actual depth NOTE The accuracy of depth measurement is subject to a number of factors and is meant as a guide only Exercise caution when performing any excavation 6 3 Current readings Identifying a utility using current measurements Measuring current value on a line helps confirm the identity of the line and may provide information about the condition of cable insulation or pipe coating About current measurements The transmitter applies a signal or current onto a target line The current decreases in strength as the distance from the transmitter increases This rate of decrease depends on the type of line and on soil conditions Regardless of the type of line and the frequency being used the rate of decrease should be regular with no sudden drops or changes Any sudden or abrupt current change indicates that the line or its condition has changed Figure 6 3 Current readings In congested areas where there is more than one line the locator may sometimes detect a stron
84. reading will be low and the direction arrow may flicker forward and back NOTE Flickering arrows may also indicate that you may be too far away from the fault or ground stake or both for the locator to lock on Figure 9 1 Cable sheath fault finding If you are trying to locate high resistance faults or there is a long distance between faults carry on with the Survey and the locator will lock on when you get closer to the fault Figure 9 2 Locating faults with the locator and A frame 2015 Radiodetection Ltd Take readings at the survey intervals determined by the reference reading To locate the cable or pipe while using the fault find signal during a Fault Find survey press the gt key once and the locator will switch to Peak locate mode To use alternative antenna modes press the key to step through available antenna modes To get back to fault find mode step through all available antenna modes until the locator goes back to fault find mode Note While the A Frame is connected to the locator depth and current measurements will not be available If depth or current measurements are required remove the A Frame lead from the locator As a fault is approached the Fault Find direction arrow will lock on to the fault signal point forward and the dB readings will increase When the fault is passed the arrow will point back towards the transmitter Take readings at smaller survey intervals to determine the exact
85. rranty Terms enclosed with the product for further information 2 6 Training Radiodetection provides training services for most Radiodetection products Our qualified instructors will train equipment operators or other personnel at your preferred location or at Radiodetection headquarters For more information go to www radiodetection com or contact your local Radiodetection representative 22 18 16 17 18 GPS active seeking satellite lock GPS satellite lock acquired 3 5 satellites fixed a 6 8 satellites fixed n i 9 11 satellites fixed P1 a zz aaa 12 or more satellites fixed 25 26 27 28 Figure 3 1 RD8100 Locator 2015 Radiodetection Ltd Section 3 System overview 3 1 RD8100 locator Locator features ON OO OO A O N Keypad LCD with auto backlight Speaker Battery compartment Optional Lithium lon battery pack Accessory connector Headphone connector Bluetooth module antenna USB connector inside the battery compartment Locator keypad 10 11 14 15 Power key Switches the unit on and off Opens the locator menu Frequency key Selects frequency Closes submenu Up and down arrows Adjusts the locator signal gain Scrolls through the menu options Antenna key D toggles Peak Peak Null Broad Peak and Guidance modes Opens a submenu Survey key Saves Survey measurements Transmitter key Sends iLOC commands to Bluetoo
86. rument or family of instruments will not be permanently damaged by reasonable electrostatic discharge and has been tested in accordance with IEC 801 2 However in extreme cases temporary malfunction may occur If this happens switch off wait and switch on again If the instrument still malfunctions disconnect the batteries for a few seconds Safety WARNING Failure to comply with safety warnings can cause serious injury or death CAUTION Failure to comply with safety cautions can result in damage to equipment or property This equipment shall be used only by qualified and trained personnel and only after fully reading this Operation Manual 2015 Radiodetection Ltd 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 WARNING The transmitter is capable of outputting potentially lethal voltages Take care when applying Signals to any pipe or cable and be sure to notify other technicians who may be working on the line WARNING Reduce audio level before using headphones to avoid damaging your hearing WARNING This equipment is NOT approved for use in areas where hazardous gases may be present A WARNING Before removing the transmitter battery pack switch off the unit and disconnect all cables WARNING The RD8100 locator will detect most buried conductors but there are some
87. s Consult your local authorities for more information A WARNING Do not attempt any wireless connection in areas where such technology is considered hazardous This may include petrochemical facilities medical facilities or around navigation equipment ER PAIRo ont SideStep ILOC is a standard feature of all RD8100 locators and lets you control a Bluetooth enabled transmitter Tx 5B or Tx 10B remotely from your locator With iLOC you can adjust the frequency and power settings and use SideStep ILOC commands are sent over a Bluetooth module that can operate at distances of up to 450m 1400ft in direct line of sight SideStep changes the selected frequency by several Hertz and automatically sets the locators locate frequency to match the transmitters output frequency This can be used to eliminate unwanted interference See Section 13 for a detailed explanation of iLOC j4 13 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 SideStepauto helps to improve locate accuracy by determining the best signal SideStep auto can also help to prolong battery life SideStepauto operates only in Direct Connection mode Using SideStepauto To enable SideStepauto Connect the transmitter to the target utility then 1 Press the key to enter the menu 2015 Radiodetection Ltd 2 Scro
88. s possible at 90 to the probable route of the target 2015 Radiodetection Ltd cable and clip the connector to the ground stake ensuring that a positive connection is achieved NOTE Always connect the black connection lead to a ground stake and not a water pipe or buried cable as these may carry the signal Reference readings lt is good practice to obtain a reference reading from the ground stake before you attempt to locate a fault on a target line Reference readings help to provide the following information e Severity of fault e Survey interval Before taking the reference transmitter and locator as follow reading set up the On the transmitter 1 Select a fault finding frequency using the key 2 Use the or keys to increase or decrease the output signal level 3 If required you can use the BOOST setting if the fault is located on a high resistance cable or if the cable is long WARNING By selecting 8KFF the transmitter will have the ability to output high voltages and a high voltage warning icon will appear on the transmitter s LCD On the locator 4 Connect one end of the connection lead to the A frame socket 5 Connect the other end to the locator accessory socket 6 The locator will automatically recognize the A frame and display the A frame icon on the LCD 7 Select a fault finding frequency using the key NOTE If the locator and transmitter are iLOC enabled then you can remotely c
89. s in the line Go at least 5m 16ft from a bend for best accuracy TruDepth for buried conductors or sondes TruDepth and Compass It is important to note that the RD8100 locator will only display depth and current in applicable modes when the locator is correctly orientated above the target line cable or sonde To ensure the locator is correctly orientated use the Compass feature When locating lines make sure the Compass display is in the North South orientation position When locating sondes see Section 8 5 make sure the Compass display is in the East West orientation 2015 Radiodetection Ltd O aeee Figure 6 1 Taking a depth reading To minimize signal distortion do not apply the signal by induction If Direct Connection or signal clamping is not possible place the transmitter in induction at least 15m 50ft from the point of any depth measurements Depth measurements may not be accurate if there is audible interference or if part of the transmitter signal has coupled to a nearby line Confirming the Peak position coincides with a Null position indicates that the position is suitable for making a depth estimate T gt om fas lt 2 Re j 3 SB al ss Si i je s Y ji Figures 6 2 Depth readings e Pinpoint the target line accurately with the locator e Check the locator is directly over the line the antennas are at right angles to it and the locator is vertical Adjust the sensitivity le
90. ser to the transmitter and repeat the process 2015 Radiodetection Ltd 13 2 iLOC functions Changing frequencies Once the transmitter and the locator are paired you can change the transmitters output frequency remotely using the locator 1 On the locator select the frequency you want by pressing the key until the frequency is displayed on screen 2 iLOC commands are sent using the Cs key press it to send the new frequency to the transmitter 3 The locators LCD will display SEND momentarily and then OK if the transfer is successful 4 Ifthe transfer is unsuccessful the LCD will display an error code Refer to table 13 1 for a list of codes and their meaning If the process fails you may be out of range or there may be an error in the connection Move closer to the transmitter and retry the procedure If the connection continues to fail return to the transmitter and reset the connection using the procedure described in Section 11 NOTE If you are locating a sonde frequency an iLOC command to a paired transmitter will automatically set that transmitter to standby to eliminate interference rom the transmitter Adjusting power ILOC lets you adjust the transmitters power output remotely you can also put the transmitter into standby mode and then wake it remotely To adjust the power output 1 Transmitter power options are located in the TXOUT menu on the locator Press and hold the key to display the
91. t and its electronic accessories e g charger headset em USB cable must not be treated as domestic wasie but must be disposed of professionally lt is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling please contact your local city office your disposal service or product supplier Please dispose of this device in a manner appropriate to the relevant legal requirements at the end of its product life Batteries should be disposed of in accordance with your company s work practice and or the relevant laws or guidelines in your country or municipality Special Bluetooth notice RD8100 locators and transmitters contain a Class 1 Bluetooth device that can emit radio frequency energy during the operation of certain product features While the Bluetooth device is busy pairing or sending iLOC commands from the locator to the transmitter or sending SurveyCERT data always ensure a minimum separation of 200mm 8 inches between the Bluetooth antenna and your body The location of the antenna is shown in Section
92. t up to 5 additional custom frequencies in your locator for use on specific networks Frequencies in the range of 50Hz to 999Hz can be set using RD Manager CAUTION When using custom frequencies in the range of 692Hz to 704Hz or 981Hz to 993Hz the locator audio may interfere with the locator and must be turned off NOTE Some frequencies e g 440Hz may be reserved for specific applications in your country and permission from the relevant operator s may be required for their use 2015 Radiodetection Ltd Contact your local Radiodetection sales office or distributor if you require help in identifying these operators Refer to the RD Manager operation manual for more information on how to set up custom frequencies Active frequencies Active frequencies are applied to a buried conductor using the transmitter The transmitter can apply a signal using three methods Direct Connection In Direct Connection you connect the transmitter output directly to the utility The transmitter will then apply a discrete signal which you can locate using the locator This is the preferred method of applying a transmitter Signal to a utility and in the majority of applications will apply a stronger signal to the utility which may increase the locate distance To directly connect to a non energized conductive utility 1 Switch the transmitter off 2 Connect the Direct Connection lead into the transmitter accessory socket 3 Clip the
93. ter and reset the connection using the procedure described in Section 12 7 13 3 SideStep lf you are using a preferred locate frequency and having difficulty locating the utility interference could be affecting the locate signal SideStep allows the locator to change the locate frequency by several Hertz This new locate frequency can be sent via the Bluetooth connection to the transmitter and will automatically change the transmitter frequency to match the new locate frequency To step the frequency 1 On the locator select the frequency you want by pressing the key until the frequency is displayed on screen 2 To step the frequency press and hold the key until STEP appears on the LCD 3 Press the key to send the SideStep command to the transmitter 4 If the command is sent successfully an asterisk will appear on the locator next to the frequency and STEP will appear on the transmitter below the frequency 5 Repeat this process to disable SideStep 2015 Radiodetection Ltd 46 Section 14 Appendices 14 1 Care and maintenance The RD8100 locator and transmitter are robust durable and weatherproof However you can extend your equipment s life by following these care and maintenance guidelines General Store the equipment in a clean and dry environment Ensure all terminals and connection sockets are clean free of debris and corrosion and are undamaged Do not use this
94. th e Current e Signal strength e Compass To select Broad Peak mode 1 Press the key until the Broad Peak mode icon is displayed on the LCD 22 Null mode Null mode is used to verify a locate signal in environments with limited or no interference or distortion Null mode gives a null response when it is directly over the line In Null mode the following indicators are displayed by the LCD e Signal strength e Compass e Right and left arrows To select null mode _ 1 Press the key until the null mode icon VO is displayed on the LCD The sharp null response can be easier to use than the Peak response but is vulnerable to interference and should not be used for locating except in areas where there is no interference present Guidance Mode offers improved performance in such conditions while Peak mode can combine the Peak bargraph with Guidance arrows to combine fast and accurate locate tools 5 3 Compass The LCD compass provides a visual indication of the direction of the target cable pipe or sonde The compass is available for all frequencies apart from Power Radio and Passive 5 4 Trace Line tracing can be accelerated by switching the locator to Guidance mode Move the locator left and right while walking along the path of the line to place the target position Needle directly over the line As you move the locator over the line the left and right arrows and an accompanying
95. th transmitters Locator screen icons 16 17 Indicates the signal strength and Peak marker Signal strength Numerical indication of signal strength Peak Proportional arrows Indicates the location of the line relative to the locator Battery icon Indicates the battery level 2015 Radiodetection Ltd 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 39 36 37 38 Gain and Log number Displays the log number momentarily after a survey measurement is saved to memory Volume icon Displays the volume level Current Direction arrows Radio Mode Indicates when Radio Mode is active Power Mode Indicates when Power Mode is active Accessory indicator Indicates when an accessory is connected CD Mode icon Indicates when Current Direction Mode is active A Frame icon Indicates when the A Frame is connected Operating mode indicator Bluetooth icon Indicates status of Bluetooth connection Flashing icon means pairing is in progress Solid icon indicates an established connection is active Antenna mode icon Indicates antenna selection Peak Null Broad Peak Peak and Guidance Mode Sonde icon Indicates that the signal source is from a sonde Line icon Indicates that the signal source is from a line Compass indicator Shows the direction of the located cable relative to the locator Tx status with Bluetooth Tx models Transmitter communication status confirms successful
96. thermal fuses Locator Li lon battery pack To recharge the locator battery pack connect the battery charger to the DC input connector on the front of the battery pack Figure 4 12 Charging the locator Li ion battery pack Transmitter Li ion battery pack To recharge the battery pack remove the pack from the transmitter and connect the transmitter battery charger Figure 4 10 Press the release catch and lift the battery pack away Figure 4 13 Charging the transmitter Li lon battery pack For more information about recharging batteries refer to the instructions that came with your charger 4 2 Power on off Switch the locator or transmitter on by pressing the SET pHi Ca Sear TIT i A key To switch the locator or transmitter off press and hold the key until the screen blanks off Figure 4 11 Line up the battery pack and press into position NOTE The locator will automatically power off after 5 minutes if no keys are pressed 2015 Radiodetection Ltd 13 4 3 Keypad actions amp shortcuts Locator key actions Key Short press Long press LL Enter the menu Switch power off In active locating SideStep see iLOC section Scroll through locate frequencies from low to high When using Current Direction Perform a CD Reset In Peak antenna mode When using active frequencies Toggle Peak Peak Null Broad Peak and Guidance antenna modes Switch between Gui
97. ting screen 14 17 CALSafe Usage logging equipped RD8100 locators can be set to disable them once they are beyond the expected service calibration date When the unit is within 30 days of the service due date the unit will display at startup the number of days left The locator will stop functioning on the service due date CALSafe is disabled by default You can edit the CALSafe service due date and enable or disable the function using the RD Manager PC software package Refer to the RD Manager operation manual for further information 18 4 18 Usage Logging RD8100 logging and GPS locator models feature a powerful data logging system which records all the instrument s critical parameters including GPS position if available and warnings in its internal memory each second The automatic logging system is always active and cannot be disabled Its memory is capable of storing at least 500 daysof normal usage data based on 8 hours operation per day Logs can be retrieved using the RD Manager PC application for usage analysis and survey validation Refer to the RD Manager operation manual for further information 4 19 GPS GNSS The RD8100 locator can be paired to an external GPS device or use its internal GPS module when fitted to detect and store its latitude longitude and accurate UTC time alongside its locating data using SurveyCERT or the automatic logging system GPS and Usage Logging equi
98. to Resources gt Software downloads 3g Click on the SurveyCERT link to get to the download page and follow the instructions To obtain RD Manager 1 Go to www radiodetection com RDManager 2 Follow the instructions 41 Section 12 Bluetooth wireless connections RD8100 locators feature a Bluetooth wireless module as standard providing the ability to connect to compatible devices such as iLOC enabled transmitters Tx 5B or Tx 10B or handheld devices running a compatible application NOTE The RD8100 locator wireless features may be subject to national and or local regulations Consult your local authorities for more information A WARNING Do not attempt any wireless connection in areas where such technology is considered hazardous This may include petrochemical facilities medical facilities or around navigation equipment 12 1 Switching Bluetooth On By default RD8100 locators and Bluetooth enabled transmitters are shipped with the Bluetooth wireless connection module disabled To switch Bluetooth On 1 Press the key to enter the menu 2 Scroll to the BT menu using the or keys 3 Press the key locator or the amp key transmitter to enter the BT menu 4 Scroll up or down to the ON option 5 Press the key to switch Bluetooth ON and return to the previous menu 12 2 Switching Bluetooth off You can switch Bluetooth off to prolong battery life or comply with regulations in areas where wire
99. to the actual fault position 3 Section 10 Current Direction CD 10 1 Understanding CD Current Direction recognition is a feature that helps to positively identify a line at points distant from the application of the signal It is highly desirable if not essential for positive identification of long distance lines These lines can be traced and positively identified through congested areas or when running parallel to other lines The CD feature on the RD8100PDL and PTL locators indicate the direction of the current flow on a line Identity of the target line is established if the locator display indicates that the current is flowing forward and away from the point of application of the transmitter signal NOTE CD mode is not supported on the RD8100PXL A signal that has coupled onto adjacent lines finds a return path to the point of the original signal application This is indicated by the locator arrow pointing back towards the transmitter This is in contrast to the forward pointing arrow indicating the target line The CD transmitter signal should be directly coupled to the target line with a remote ground connection Most CD signals are low frequency making them unsuitable for connection with a normal clamp or induction These can however be applied with a transmitter CD clamp Using Current Direction CD to aid line identification The RD8100 PDL amp PTL locators and Tx 10 and Tx 10B transmitters featur
100. tone will indicate if the target line is to the left or right of the locator 5 5 Pinpoint Locating a target line in Peak or Peak mode accurately defines the position of a target line after it has been traced and its position is approximately known Start with medium output power from the transmitter medium frequency on the transmitter and locator and Peak or Peak mode on the locator Set the locator sensitivity to approximately 50 by pressing the or key 2015 Radiodetection Ltd NOTE it may be necessary to adjust the sensitivity level throughout the pinpointing to keep the bar graph on scale 1 With the antenna perpendicular to the line make traverses across the line Define the point of maximum response 2 Without moving the locator turn it round as if it is on a pivot Stop at the point of maximum response 3 Hold the locator vertical with the antenna just above the ground and move the locator from side to side across the line Stop at the point of maximum response 4 With the end of the antenna close to the ground repeat steps 2 and 3 5 Mark the position and direction of the line Repeat the steps of the procedure to increase pinpoint accuracy If using Peak mode switch to null arrows by pressing and holding the key Alternatively switch to Null antenna mode Move the locator to find the Null position If the position of the Peak and the Null pinpoints correspond it can be assumed that the
101. ule is by default kept in standby mode This can help to increase the locator battery life and in some applications reduce potential interference from the Bluetooth module The RD8100 locator provides users with the option to set the Bluetooth module to STANDBY or ON In the ON position the Bluetooth module will be permanently ready to send data which can help to speed up the transfer times compared to that of modules set to STANDBY mode To set Bluetooth to STDBY 1 Press the key to enter the menu Scroll to the BT menu using the or keys Press the key to enter the BT menu Scroll up or down to the STDBY menu OO FF W N Press the key to confirm your choice To set Bluetooth connection mode to ON _L Press the key to enter the menu Scroll to the BT menu using the or keys Press the key to enter the BT menu Scroll up or down to the ON option ao FF N Press the key to confirm your choice 43 12 7 Troubleshooting Successful wireless communication depends on a number of factors including battery life electromagnetic interference device memory and physical obstructions Ensure that the RD8100 locator transmitter and any other wireless device is sufficiently charged for wireless communication Note that many PDAs will suspend wireless connections when their battery capacity drops below a threshold percentage Consult your device s documentation for more information Excessive electroma
102. un plug the lead connector see figure 4 7 3 Lift the accessory cover slightly and press the battery retaining latch inwards Figure 4 4 Press the retaining latch inwards Figure 4 7 Connecting the Li lon lead 4 Rotate the battery pack away and up from the latch 5 Repeat on the other side to release the battery pack NOTE Fully charge your lithium ion battery pack before completely then lift the battery pack away its first use Transmitter battery pack 1 Unlatch then remove the accessory tray Figure 4 5 Repeat then lift the battery pack away To fit a new battery lift both accessory covers slightly then gently push the replacement pack into place until it clicks on both sides then close the battery pack Figure 4 8 Release then remove the accessory tray 2 Turn the release catch then open the battery compartment 3 Release the retaining catch fig 4 10 by pressing gently then lift the battery pack away 4 Line up the battery pack clips with the corresponding recesses on the transmitter body and press into place fig 4 11 5 Close the battery pack turn the retaining latch and Figure 4 6 Installing a new battery pack g g yP replace the accessory tray If using the Li ion battery pack plug the lead into the battery connector fig 4 7 2015 Radiodetection Ltd 12 Charging the lithium ion packs AAWARNING Do not heat the rechargeable battery pack above 60 140 as this will damage the battery s
103. ve created an account using RD Manager and have a live internet connection An optional Radiodetection supplied power source may be required to update your transmitter software The RD8100 locator should be regularly checked to ensure its correct operation eCert provides a thorough test of the RD8100 s locating circuitry and marker transceiver and supplies a Radiodetection Calibration Certificate when a positive test result is obtained To run eCert the locator should be connected to an internet enabled PC on which the RD Manager software is installed Additional eCert credits may be required and purchased Refer to the RD Manager operation manual for further details NOTE eCert is not presently available for transmitters 14 7 Time and date error messages RD8100 usage logging and GPS models feature an internal clock which is used to time and date survey measurements the 1 second internal logging and for the CALSafe feature Every time the locator is switched on it performs a check to verify its correct operation In the unlikely event of an issue with this clock the system will emit a warning audio tone and display the word ERROR followed by a 3 digit error code Make a note of this code and contact your nearest service center or Radiodetection representative 48 14 8 List of supported accessories Locator Accessories High Gain Stethoscope Small Stethoscope Large Stethoscope CD Stethosco
104. vel to bring the bar graph indication to approximately 50 If the ground appears to radiate a strong field perhaps near a radio station check depth by holding the bottom of the antenna 50mm 2 above the ground and subtract this reading from the indicated depth 6 2 Verifying depth measurements Check a suspect or critical depth reading by lifting the locator 50mm 2 above the ground and repeating the measurement If the measured depth increases by the same amount it is a good indication that the depth reading is correct When locating for a conductor or sonde depth measurements should be precise to 3 if conditions are suitable However you may not always know if the 25 conditions are suitable so the following techniques should be used to check critical readings e Check that the route of the line is straight for at least 2 meters 6 ft to either side of the measurement point e Check that the signal response is reasonably constant over the 15 meter distance to the transmitter and make depth measurements to either side of the original point e Check that there are no adjacent lines carrying a significant signal within 1 to 2 meters 3 to 6 ft of the target line This is the most common source of error of depth measurements as a strong signal coupled to an adjacent line can often introduce 50 error e Make several depth measurements at points slightly displaced from the line s apparent position The s
105. with transmitter Locator not paired with PC PDA BT005 Paired but connection attempt failed Power cycling may be required Corrupt response received from Eve transmitter Indeterminate response received from transmitter No response received from transmitter Corrupt response received from PDA Transmission to PDA failure TX Transmitter unable to change to the requested frequency check that the transmitter model is set correctly Table 12 1 Bluetooth error codes 44 Section 13 iLOC iLOC is a standard feature of all RD8100 locator models ILOC lets you control a Bluetooth transmitter Tx 5B or Tx 10B models remotely using your locator With iLOC you can adjust the output frequency power settings and use SideStep iLOC commands are sent over a Bluetooth module that can operate at distances of up to 450m 1400ft in direct line of sight To use iLOC the transmitter and locator must be paired using the procedure described in Section 5 3 NOTE Operating in built up areas and in areas with high electromagnetic interference may reduce iLOC s performance 13 1 Using iLOC Locator and transmitter need to be switched ON and paired to use iLOC For optimum performance e Minimize obstructions in line of sight e Raise the transmitter off the ground by 30 60cm 1 2ft e Point the screen of the locator towards the transmitter Figure 13 1 Using iLOC NOTE If any iLOC commands fail move clo

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