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2. Figure 8 9 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 11 8 Measure the distance between them and multiply by 0 7 to give an approximate depth measurement 8 5 7 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 12 mm 0 5 inch internal diameter with a minimum bend radius of 250mm Batteries are not required as the FlexiTrace is powered by the RD8000 Marker 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 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 In sonde
3. LY Img mn v wm weg 0 1450Hz 04040 40104 10400400104 01040040104 gente 98200 33kHz B2768 YE 65k z 55863 4 v __ v 2 2 aa A 5 5 5 S S S I S UT SIUS S S 14 lt XE NEN mm lt lt lt 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 52 14 9 RF Markers The RD8000 Marker is compatible with any RF marker tuned to the frequency shown in the table below Utility Color Frequency French Power 40 0kHz General Non drinkable water 66 35kHz Cable TV 77 0kHz Gas 83 0kHz Telephone Telecoms 101 4kHz Sanitary 121 6kHz German Power 134 0kHz Water 145 7kHz Electrical Power Red 169 8kHz Use of the red Electrical Power PWR marker locate mode is subject to radio licensing restrictions for Short Range Devices in the EU and possibly other countries It is the responsibility of the user to ensure that the red Power PWR marker locate mode is only enabled in countries where radio licensing restrictions do not apply at the operating frequency of 169 kHz 14 10 Supported accessories Description Part Number PE 8 5 215mm Transmitter Clamp Current direction transmitter clamp 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 53 Description Locator accessories High gain stethoscope Small stethoscope Large stethoscope 640 512Hz submersible DD antenna 10m cable 8kHz submersible DD
4. 3 3 Shutting down To switch the locator or transmitter off press and hold the key until the screen blanks off NOTE The locator will automatically power off if no keys are pressed after a five minute duration 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 3 4 System setup The RD8000 locator and transmitter settings can be accessed via the menu Once in the menu it is possible to change settings according to your personal preferences and operating requirements Some examples of setting changes are shown below Please refer to the locator and transmitter menu options 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 3 4 1 Language The 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 O or keys Press the lt gt key on the locator or the 9 key on the transmitter to enter the LANG menu 4 Scroll up or down to select your preferred language 5 Press the 2 key to accept your selection and return to the main menu 6 Press the key to return to the main operation screen 3 4 2 Battery type RD8000 locators and transmitters support Li ion Alkaline or NiMH batte
5. 4 1 1 Passive frequencies Passive frequency detection takes advantage of signals that may be present on buried metallic conductors The RD8000 marker 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 4 1 2 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 Clipthe 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 display will show the Direct connection lead connected
6. You must fully charge your locator and optional transmitter battery pack before their first use Recharging the locator Li ion battery pack To recharge the locator battery pack connect the Figure 3 1 Li ion battery pack connection battery charger to the DC input connector on the front of the battery pack On the transmitter mc To fit the D cells batteries in the transmitter unlatch the ES accessory tray The battery compartment is located Ta RE underneath the transmitter body Use the turnkey to unlatch the battery compartment Insert eight D Cell N Alkaline or NIMH batteries 3 2 Powering up To switch the locator or the transmitter on press the key When you power up the locator or transmitter they will perform an LCD segment check It will then display the model number followed by the software version This information is important if you need to contact Radiodetection technical support or update your locator to the latest software Figure 3 2 Charging the locator Li ion battery pack 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 8 For more information about recharging batteries refer to the instructions that came with your charger WARNING Do not heat the rechargeable battery pack above 60 C 140 F as this will damage the battery s thermal fuses Recharging the transmitter Li ion battery pack To recharge the battery pack remove the pack from the transmitter and connect the transmitter battery charg
7. response received from PDA BT010 Transmission to PDA failure TX Transmitter unable to change to the requested frequency 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 45 Section 13 iLOC ILOC is a standard feature of all RD8000 Marker locator models iLOC lets you control a Bluetooth transmitter Tx 5B or Tx 10B models remotely using your RD8000 locator With iLOC you can adjust the output frequency power settings and use SideStep commands sent over a Bluetooth module that can operate at distances of up to 300m 1000ftin 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 Face the back end of the transmitter towards the locator as this is where the Bluetooth module is fitted e f possible raise the transmitter off the ground by 30 60cm 1 2ft e ry to avoid obstructions in line of sight NOTE If any iLOC commands fail move closer to the transmitter and repeat the process 13 1 1 Changing frequencies Once the transmitter and the locator are paired you can change the transmitter s output frequency remotely using the locator 1 On the locator select the frequency you want by pressing the key u
8. Sondes have a male 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 8 5 5 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 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 Place the locator o
9. 12 13 14 15 Power key 9 Switches the unit on and off Opens the locator menu Frequency key 4 Selects frequency Closes submenu Up and down arrows DO Adjusts the signal gain Scrolls through the menu options Antenna key 9 With antenna folded up toggles peak combined peak null null single antenna and guidance modes With antenna folded down toggles marker and combined marker line modes Opens a submenu Graph key Saves Survey measurements Transmitter key Sends commands to Bluetooth transmitters 2 1 3 Locator screen icons 16 17 18 19 Indicates the signal strength and peak marker oignal 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 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 3 38 Sensitivity 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
10. after the selected duration To disable boost 1 Press the key to disable boost 3 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 flashes 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 every minute whilst it operates at a reduced power level To enable 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 amp key 3 Scroll up or down to the ALK menu and enter it by pressing the key 4 Select ECO and press the D key to enable the Eco mode option Or Select NORM and press the O key to disable Eco mode 5 Press the key to exit the menu 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 3 16 Measure mode The transmitter has the capability of providing impedance measurements by determining the resultant impedance 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
11. causing interference it may be necessary to make the current measurement at another point along the line Both antennae are needed to make a current measurement and locator accessory antennae 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 mau kaad Figure 6 7 Current readings using transmitter signals 2014 Radiodetection Ltd Section 7 General Locating tips 7 1 Eliminating services 7 1 1 Induction If several conductors are running in parallel and it is not 4 L AE possible to connect a transmitter each line may be located separately Proceed as follows Nc A S 1 Perform a sweep of the area to find the position and number of conductors in the area 2 the direction in which the conductors are going To trace the lines 1 Select induction mode on the transmitter 2 Select the same frequency as on the locator 3 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 the signal directly below the transmitter and in addition enable the other conductors to be located Locate each conductor and mark its position Move the transmitter down the route and continue locating and marking 8 race each con
12. external devices Section 6 introduces iLOC Radiodetection s advanced remote control technology that allows you to control a Bluetooth transmitter Tx 5B or Tx 10B using the RD8000 Marker locator Section 7 introduces the theory and practice of cable and pipe location using the RD8000 marker locator and transmitter Section 8 provides instructions on locating RF markers Section 9 introduces depth and current readings Section 10 provides general locating tips Section 11 introduces the range of accessories that are compatible with the RD8000 system Section 12 introduces cable sheath fault finding using the RD8000 marker locator and an accessory A frame Section 13 introduces current direction CD mode Section 14 includes several appendices with reference material and other technical information 1 5 Safety Please read this manual in its entirety before attempting to operate the RD8000 locator or transmitter Note all safety notices in the preface and throughout this manual 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 Use authorized accessories only Incompatible
13. keys Press the key to enter the BT menu Scroll up or down to the CLASS menu Press the lt gt key to enter the Class menu Scroll up or down to the 1 option A N Press the key to confirm your choice and exit the menu Or Select the EXIT option and press the O key to return to the BT submenu Using long range Bluetooth transmission is only required when using iLOC and its use when paired to a PDA will result in a reduced battery life NOTE Use of a Class 1 Bluetooth may be prohibited in certain areas or countries 12 6 2 Standard Range settings If using the locator with a PDA only you should set the transmission class to standard range Class 2 8 Press the key to enter the menu 9 Scroll to the BT menu using the 0 or keys 10 Press the amp key to enter the BT menu 43 11 Scroll up or down to the CLASS menu Press the key to enter the Class menu Scroll up or down to the 2 option 12 13 14 Press the key to confirm your choice and exit the menu Or Select the EXIT option and press the O key to return to the BT submenu 12 7 Bluetooth Connection mode When using the Bluetooth connection on the RD8000 the Bluetooth module 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 RD8000 marker locator provides users with the option to set the Blu
14. the key to confirm 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 13 1 3 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 1 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 46 continues to fail return to the transmitter and reset the connection using the procedure described in Section 5 5 1 13 1 4 SideStep If 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
15. 2 1 Single mode locating 23 5 2 2 Combined mode locating 23 Section 6 Depth and current readings 24 1 VER 7 e 1 crei 24 6 1 1 TruDepth for RF Markers 24 6 1 2 TruDepth for buried conductors or sondes 24 6 2 Verifying depth measurements 25 6 2 1 Rough depth calibration check 25 6 3 Current Readings 26 6 3 1 Identification using current measurements 26 6 3 2 About current measurements 26 6 3 3 Applying a transmitter signal 26 6 3 4 Signal current measurements 26 Section 7 General Locating tips 28 7 1 Eliminating services 28 PALA yei Bree soeia 28 7 1 2 Unwanted signal coupling 28 7 2 SIGN al GrOUNGING sica lalla 29 7 2 1 Manhole covers 29 7 2 2 Using lighting columns 29 7 2 3 Finding a good ground point 29 7 3 Double ended connections 29 7 3 1 Making a double ended connection 29 Section 8 Using Accessories 30 8 1 About AcCESSOTries n 30 9 2 adu eri
16. 43 12 7 Bluetooth Connection mode 44 12 8 Troubleshooting 44 12 8 1 Resetting connections 44 12 8 2 Bluetooth error codes 45 Section Se SEO 46 TS TUSD LOC P 46 13 1 1 Changing frequencies 46 VI 13 1 2 Adjusting 46 13 1 3 Sleep wake the transmitter 46 19 1 4 Sidesitep allea 47 Section 14 Appendices 48 14 1 Care and maintenance 48 IC XMEC I ee 48 14 1 2 Batteries and power supply 48 14 1 9 Cleaning ssi 48 14 1 4 Disassembly eee 48 14 1 5 Service and maintenance 48 14 2 Time and Date error messages 48 14 3 Warranty and extended warranty 48 14 3 1 Registering using e mail 49 14 4 RD emen 49 14 5 Upgrading software 49 14 6 TR 49 14 7 System SpecificatioNS 50 14 8 Supported 51 14 8 1 Sonde Frequencies 51 14 8 2 Passive Frequencies 51 14 8 3 CD
17. 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 Single combined Peak Null and Guidance Mode oonde icon Indicates that the signal source is from a sonde Line icon Indicates that the signal source is from a line Compass Marker mode indicator Shows the direction of the located cable relative to the locator Also used as a graphical indication for Marker mode active Tx status with Bluetooth Tx models Displays transmitter connection status 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 Figure 2 4 Tx Transmitter Figure i Eon horder Figure 2 6 Rechargeable battery pack Figure 2 6 Tx Transmitter keypad Figure 2 7 Tx Transmitter LCD ORD o 88m ego o lt gt ERES 8 8 56 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 2 2 Tx 1 Tx 5 and Tx 10 transmitters 2 2 1 Transmitter features Keypad LCD Removable accessory tray D cells battery holder oF Rechargeable battery pack Optional 2 2 2
18. Frequency Pairs 51 14 8 4 Active Frequencies nn 52 14 9 RF Markers e eee o3 14 10 Supported accessories 53 2014 Radiodetection Ltd VII Section 1 Introduction 1 1 About this manual This manual provides cable and pipe survey professionals with comprehensive operating instructions for the RD8000 locator and transmitter system Before operating the RD8000 system it is very important that you read this manual noting all safety warnings and procedures 1 1 1 Additional documentation The RD Manager and SurveyCERT manuals are available to download from www radiodetection com 1 2 About the RD8000 The RD8000 system provides the user with fast effective means of locating and mapping buried utilities The RD8000 product family offers a comprehensive range of locators and transmitters designed to meet specific customer needs The RD8000 marker locator is ergonomically designed to provide the operator with a balanced light weight tool that encourages extended use in most environments The RD8000 range of transmitters and locators offers a wide range of accessories designed to enhance the performance and to add extra functionalities For more information about the Precision Locate Accessories Range visit www radiodetection com Extended Warranty RD8000 Marker locators and transmitters are covered by a 1 year warranty as stan
19. StrikeAlert can also be permanently disabled using the RD Manager PC software Refer to its operation manual for further information NOTE In cases of high levels of electromagnetic WARNING Muting audio on the locator will disable Strike Alert interference the DOP will not be able to prevent the Audio alarm RD8000 from becoming overloaded If the RD8000 becomes overloaded users will be alerted by the mode flashing and both the depth and current measurements SENA Te 8 01 21 isabled piling The RD8000 locator supports seven antenna modes to suit your particular application or the local environment 3 6 TruDepth measurement These modes are All RD8000 locators use TruDepth to estimate depth automatically when good reading is established e Single antenna mode NOTE TruDepth only indicates a locate depth when the NUL mode locator is correctly oriented above the target line cable e Combined Peak Null mode or sonde or in close proximity of the RF marker e Guidance mode To help you orientate the locator correctly you can use e Marker mode the locator s compass feature on the display feature not available in marker mode e Combined Peak Marker mode Depth readings are displayed according to your For more information on selecting and using the various preferred units of measurement antenna modes to assist with cable and pipe location please refer to Section 4 For more information on
20. The Technical Construction File has been drawn up to demonstrate compliance and is kept at the above address 3 N Date February 2014 P rima Darrerr xi Engineering Director Si Radiodetection Ltd gt Radiodetection Western Drive Bristol BS14 OAF UK Tel 44 0 117 976 7776 Fax 44 0 117 976 7775 http www radiodetection com Certificate No DC2011 2014 Radiodetection Ltd eX Declaration of Conformity We Radiodetection Limited Western Drive Bristol BS14 Declare that the products listed below satisfy the essential requirements of the following Council Directives 1999 5 R amp TTE Directive TX Location signal generator including the following models TX 1 Transmitter 10 RDT X1 10 T X 1 TX 3 Transmitter 10 RDT X3 10 TX 3 TX 3 Bluetooth 10 RDTX3B 10 TX 3B TX 5 10 RDT X5 10 T X 5 TX S Bluetooth 10 RDTXSB 10 TX 5B TX 10 Transmitter 10 RDT X10 10 TX 10 TX 10 Bluetooth 10 RDT X10B 10 TX 10B The following standards have been used in the evaluation 300 328 2 V1 6 1 EN 300 330 2 June 2001 301 489 1 v1 4 1 300 489 3 V12 1 EN 301 489 17 V1 1 1 EN 61000 6 2 EN 81000 6 4 EM 61010 1 2001 The Technical Construction File has been drawn up to demonstrate compliance and is kept at the above address Signed Date February 2014 pepe J UL Darren Hill Engineering Director Radiodetection Ltd gt Radiodetection Western Drive Bristol BS14 OA
21. Transmitter keypad 6 Power key Switches the unit on and off Opens the transmitter menu 7 Frequency key 4 Selects frequency Menu navigation key 8 Up and down arrows 2 0 Adjusts the output signal Scrolls through the menu options 9 Measure key Opens sub menu Used to take voltage and impedance measurements 2 2 3 Transmitter screen icons 10 Battery icon Indicates the battery level 11 Alphanumeric description of selected operation mode 12 Standby icon Appears when the transmitter is in Standby Mode 13 Output level Displays transmitter output power 14 Accessory or Measurement indicators Indicates if an accessory is connected or if measure mode is active 15 DC icon Appears when the transmitter is powered from a DC source 16 Induction indicator Appears when the transmitter is in Induction Mode 17 A Frame Tx 5 B or Tx 10 B only Indicates when the transmitter is in Fault Find Mode 18 CD Mode indicator Tx 10 B only Indicates that the transmitter is in Current Direction Mode 19 Voltage warning indicator Indicates that the transmitter is outputting potentially hazardous voltage levels 20 Volume icon Displays the volume level 21 Pairing icon Tx 5B or Tx 10B only Appears when the transmitter and locator are connected via iLOC 22 Bluetooth icon Bluetooth Tx models Indicates status of Bluetooth connection A flashing icon means pairing is in progress 2014 Radiodetection L
22. 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 7 2 3 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 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 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 other 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 ret
23. and at right angles to any lines that may be crossed Figure 4 4 Passive sweep otop when the locator response rises to indicate the presence 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 from the ground and continue the sweep Switch the locator to Radio Mode if the locator supports this feature 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 4 6 2 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 20 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 Figure 4 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 dis
24. 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 e key until the frequency is displayed on screen 2 To step the frequency press and hold the O key until STEP appears on the LCD 3 Press the key to send the SideStep command to the transmitter 4 Ifthe 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 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 47 Section 14 Appendices 14 1 Care and maintenance The RD8000 locator and transmitter are robust durable and weatherproof However you can extend your equipments life by following these care and maintenance guidelines 14 1 1 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 equipment when damaged or faulty 14 1 2 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 ion battery packs 14 1 3 Cleaning WARNING Do not attempt to clean this equipment when it is powered or connected to any power source including batteries adapters and live cables E
25. control the transmitter using the locator See Section 6 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 should be pointing away from the ground stake If it is not make sure that the transmitter is connected 36 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
26. details NOTE eCert is not presently available for transmitters 49 14 7 System Specifications Features are model dependent Maximum depth Line 20 6m Sonde 50 15m HF Markers Near Surface 2 60cm Ball Marker 4 9 1 5m Mid Range 5 9 1 8m Full Range 7 9 2 4m Line 5 tolerance 4 0 1m to 10 3m Sonde 5 tolerance 4 0 1m to 23 7m HF Markers 15 2 5 up to the maximum depth 1W Tx 1 5W Tx 5 and Tx 5B 10W Tx 10 and Tx 10B 30dB automatic Locator Li lon battery pack or 3 x D cells LR20 Transmitter 8 x D cells LR20 or optional Li lon battery pack Battery Life Locator Li lon or Alkaline up to 25 hours continuous usage Transmitter Alkaline up to 23 hours 12 Month standard 36 Months upon registration FCC RSS 310 RoHS WEEE CE Bluetooth Approvals CE Bluetooth Weight Locator 4 6lbs 2 1kg including Li lon battery pack Transmitter 6 2lbs 2 8kg including alkaline batteries 9 3lbs 4 2kg including accessories Dimension H x D x W Locator 25 5 11 3 x 7 648 x 286 x 177mm Transmitter 14 x 8 9 x 8 1 356 x 227 x 207mm Injection Molded ABS Plastic Ingress Protection IP54 Operating Temperature 4 to 122 F 10 to 50 C Storage Temperature 4 to 158 F 20 to 70 C In Good Conditions 1 2 RD8000 will locate to greater depths but accuracy may be reduced 3 At 70 F 21 C with good quality batteries transmitter outp
27. displayed on the LCD 4 2 3 Null mode Null mode is used to verify a locate signal in environments with limited or no electromagnetic distortion 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 lt gt key until the null mode icon Vi is displayed on the LCD Null mode gives a null response when it is directly over the line The sharp null response can be easier to use 18 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 See 4 2 4 Combined Peak Null mode 4 2 4 Combined Peak Null mode Peak Null mode gives you the advantages associated with these modes simultaneously Use the proportional arrows 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 no or very limited distortion present At this point peak mode may be selected to obtain depth and current information In Peak Null mode the following indicators are displayed by the LCD e Proportional right and left arrows e Signal strength e Compass e Current e Depth To select Peak Null mode 1 Press the key until the Peak Null mode icon XX is displayed on the LCD 4 2 5
28. give the strongest response from the cable to which the transmitter signal has been applied Small stethoscope antenna The small stethoscope antenna has a 25mm 2 concave head at the end of a 2m 672 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 34 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 8 7 1 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 antennae 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 itis necessary to measure the depth of cover to ensure the line is protected from dragging anchors or other underwater
29. hazards The 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 8 7 2 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 the line The transmitting signal should be by direct connection with the strongest possible signal and at the frequency that the submersible antenna is calibrated at Make a ground connection about 50m 160ft from the transmitter Test the quality of signal on the line before locating on the water 2014 Radiodetection Ltd NOTE The submersible antenna is calibrated to work at one frequenc
30. in 4 5 is recommended when locating for cable and pipes 23 Section 6 Depth and current readings 6 1 TruDepth The RD8000 locator provides automatic depth of buried conductors sondes and HF utility markers when the locator is correctly orientated above the target line sonde or in close proximity of the RF marker Current readings are also displayed simultaneously if the locator is orientated correctly feature not available in sonde RF utility markers 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 varies depending on the type of target cable sonde or RF marker its depth and by external environmental factors like electromagnetic noise or interferences A WARNING 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 Refer to appendix 14 7 for further information about depth range and accuracy The depth measurement is to the center of the pipe cable sonde or RF marker The best readings are typically detected from signals outputted by a transmitter rather than from passive sources The RD8000 marker locator is capable of determining cable depth when locating passive power signals However passive signals on lines are less suited for measuring depth because ac
31. 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 3 16 1 Impedance and voltage measurements 1 Connect the direct connection leads to the utility and switch on the transmitter 2 Hold down the v9 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 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 3 8 Impedance and voltage measurements 4 To exit MEAS mode hold down the amp key until the display reverts back to the normal operating Screen 3 16 2 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 Press the v9 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 operating screen 3 17 CAL Safe CALSafe enabled RD8000 locator models logging and GPS units only are equipped with a system which does disables them once they are beyond the expected service calibratio
32. 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 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 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 10 FlexiTrace 8 6 Stethoscopes 8 6 1 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 the place of the clamp to identify cables 8 6 2 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 8 6 3 Types of stethoscope 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
33. 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 49 2 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 32 propelling the sonde is available together with the correct fittings and couplings 8 5 3 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 8 5 4 Propelling a sonde
34. 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 t
35. the search area 21 Section 5 Locating RF Markers The RD8000 marker locator enables users to locate most common RF utility markers These are also referred to as Electronic Marker System EMS and Omni Markers RF markers are used to identify buried utilities and are generally located at regular intervals directly on top of M Display abbreviation Utility Color Frequency The markers are passive devices which resonate at a specific frequency when energized by the marker ECO locator Each utility is identified by a specific frequency Power and color Water Blue 145 7kHz 145 7kHz German Blue 5 1 Marker Mode elephone Folding down the special marker loop antenna on the E front of the RD8000 locator activates the Marker mode 83 830kHz In Marker mode the locator can be used to locate a E AF Cable TV Black 27 specific marker or to locate a buried conductor and a Orange marker simultaneously General Non 66 35 2 5 1 1 Entering Marker mode drinkable E water To enter marker mode fold down the marker antenna French loop The locator will enter the Marker mode and display 40 0kHz the marker icon and identify the marker selected Use of the red Electrical Power PWR marker locate mode is subject to radio licensing restrictions for Short Range Devices in the EU and possibly other countries b 1 It is the responsibility of the
36. 109 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 25 6 3 Current Readings 6 3 1 Identification 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 6 3 2 About current measurements The transmitter applies a signal or current onto a target lime 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 stronger 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 The
37. C 254 OPERATION MANUAL WHERE IDEAS MEET INDUSTRY RD8000 RADIODETECTION S UNIVERSAL PRECISION CABLE PIPE AND RF MARKER LOCATOR 90 RD8KM OPMAN ENG 01 ISSUE 1 2 2014 READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL PRIOR TO OPERATING THE SYSTEM gt Radiodetection This page is intentionally blank Preface Before you begin Thank you for your interest in Radiodetection s RD8000 cable pipe and RF marker locator The RD8000 marker locator delivers the very latest in cable pipe and RF marker location technology in a powerful yet ergonomic and light weight design Please read this user manual in its entirety before attempting to use the RD8000 system Radiodetection products including this manual are under continuous development The information contained within is accurate at time of publication however the RD8000 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 RD8000 product family including this manual 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 di
38. CERT 3 Clickon the RD8000 SurveyCERT link to get to the SurveyCERT download page and follow the instructions 2014 Radiodetection Ltd To obtain RD Manager 1 Goto www radiodetection com RDManager 2 Followthe instructions 41 Section 12 Bluetooth wireless connections RD8000 marker locators feature a Bluetooth wireless module as standard providing the ability to connect to compatible devices such as transmitters Tx 5B or Tx 10B only or handheld devices running a compatible application NOTE The RD8000 marker locator wireless features maybe subject to national and or local regulations Please 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 By default RD8000 marker 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 2 or keys 3 Press the key locator or the 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 wi
39. F UK Tel 44 0 117 976 7776 Fax 44 0 117 976 7775 http www radiodetection com Certificate No DC2008 rev 1 2014 Radiodetection Ltd Contents Section 1 Introduction i 1 TT JADOULTDIS Trani alos cedere ierat e Laub Cv 1 1 1 1 Additional documentation 1 1 2 About the 08000 1 1 3 Extended Warranty 1 1 4 Manual 1 52 1 Section 2 System overview 4 2 1 RD8000 marker 4 2 1 1 Locator features 2 aret e ta ye tient s 4 2 1 2 Locator keypad 4 2 1 3 Locator screen icons 4 2 2 Tx 1 Tx 5 and Tx 10 transmitters 6 2 2 1 Transmitter features 6 2 2 2 Transmitter Keypad 6 2 2 3 Transmitter screen icons 6 2 3 USING INE Men ssi elle 6 2 3 1 Navigating the locator menu 6 2 3 2 Locator menu options 6 2 3 3 Navigating the transmitter menu 7 2 3 4 Transmitter menu options 7 Section eee ii 8 LVFS 5 E 8 3 2 Powering 8 3 2 1 Power ODIIODS aoro ine ot tote
40. 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 Indicator 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 indicator e Signal strength e Compass e Current e Depth NOTE The depth and current values will display automatically although these values will not be 2014 Radiodetection Ltd accurate until the locator is directly over the target line and correctly orientated To select Guidance mode 1 Press the lt gt key until the Guidance mode icon is displayed on the LCD 4 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 4 4 Trace Line tracing can be accelerated by switching the locator to Null mode Move the locator left and right while walking along the path of the line to observe the null directly over t
41. TRE for metric or IMP for imperial units 5 Press key to accept your selection and return to the main menu 6 Press the key to return to the main operation screen 3 4 5 Enable Disable frequencies The locator and transmitter support a wide range of frequencies and there may be times when some of these 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 Press the gt key on the locator or the amp key on the transmitter to enter the FREQ menu 4 Scroll up or down to select the frequency 5 Press the gt key on the locator or the amp key on the transmitter to enter the frequency 6 Scroll to OFF or ON using the 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 7 Press the key to accept your selection and return to frequency menu 8 If you wish to make any further changes follow steps 4 to 6 If you do not wish to make any further changes press the O key twice to return to the main operation screen 3 4 6 Marker locator By default the marker locator is enabled or disabled by lowering or folding the marker loop antenna item 9 in Section 2 figure 2 1 You can choose to disable the marker locator function To disable the marker locator 1 Press the key to enter the menu 2 Scroll to the menu using the 9 o
42. The clamp plugs into the locator accessory socket and is used for cable identification at points where the cable can be accessed The standard clamp is suitable for cables up to 100mm 4 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 Figure 8 3 CD CM Clamp The CD CM clamp plugs into the accessory socket of the locator and enables CD and CM measurements to be made on individual cables 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 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 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 weaker return signa
43. accessories may damage the equipment or give inaccurate readings Do not use iLOC or Bluetooth in areas where wireless communication devices are considered hazardous Check 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 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 A risk assessment of digging activities is recommended prior to commencing We cannot be held liable for inaccurate surveys or consequential damages 2014 Radiodetection Ltd D 3 6 7 8 4 Figure 2 1 RD8000 Marker Locator Figure 2 2 Locator keypad 22 18 16 17 18 GPS active seeking satellite lock GPS satellite lock acquired 3 5 satellites 6 8 satellites al 9 11 satellites 24 all 12 or more satellites 25 26 27 98 33 29 30 31 Figure 2 3 Locator LCD display 2014 Radiodetection Ltd Section 2 System overview 2 1 RD8000 marker locator 2 1 1 Locator features G ON A N Keypad LCD with auto backlight Speaker Battery compartment Battery charger socket Accessory socket Headphone socket Bluetooth module antenna Marker loop antenna 2 1 2 Locator keypad 10 11
44. ansmitter 36 9 2 2 Reference readings 36 9 9 HOW Lek iMac 37 Section 10 Current direction CD 38 10 1 Understanding CD 38 10 1 1 Using Current Direction CD to aid line dentinal ON tec 38 102 CD A 38 10 2 1 ADOUUGD 38 10 2 2 Using CD clamp or stethoscope 39 10 2 3 Performing a CD reset 39 Section 11 Survey measurements 40 11 1 Saving measurements 40 11 2 Survey measurement transmission over iaia 40 11 3 Erasing 5 40 11 4 SurveyCERT i 40 Section 12 Bluetooth wireless connections 42 12 1 Switching Bluetooth On 42 12 2 Switching Bluetooth off 42 12 3 Pairing to a 42 12 4 Pairing to a PDA iii 43 12 4 1 Connection requirements 43 124 2 cla 43 12 5 Bluetooth Protocol 43 12 6 Bluetooth Range 43 12 6 1 Long Range settings 43 12 6 2 Standard Range settings
45. antenna 10m cable Additional submersible cable length per meter Headphones A frame A frame Bag 50mm 2 locator clamp 100mm 4 locator clamp 50mm 2 locator Current Direction CD clamp Signal clamp extension rod Soft carry bag Hard case 2014 Radiodetection Ltd Part Number 54 Description Part Number Sondes and sonde accessories Standard Sonde 33kHz depth 5m Sewer Sonde 33kHz depth 8m Super Sonde 33kHz depth 15m Slim Sonde 33kHz depth 3 5m 10 SC0412 33R 10 SA0337 33R 10 SB0338 33R 10 SD0322 33R 10 SD0223 10 SD0268 10 S18 82 33 000 10 518 173 33 000 10 5 0412 8 10 5 0412 512 Spring coupling m10 male 10 500335 513 72 12 7mm Sonde Kit 10 513 33 59 9 Sonde Kit 10 59 33 S6 6mm Sonde Kit 10 56 33 02 FR0818N1 Flexrod blank for machinery 02 FR0336 115mm 4 5 diameter floats pair 10 SU0344 02 SA0353A 10 SC0963 Plastic or cane rod connector male 02 SU0339 GD rod connector 3 4 19mm x 12 BSF female 02 SU0340 Wards rod connector 3 4 19mm x 10 BSW 02 SU0341 Wards rod connector 1 2 13mm x 12 BSW 02 SU0342 Lockfast connector 3 4 19mm x 10 BSW 02 SU0676 10 SU0335 10 TRACE50 GB F D NL 10 TRACE80 GB F D 10 FLEXRODF120 10 FLEXRODF60 Slim sonde plain end cap Slim sonde blank end cap S18A Small Sonde 33kHz DL1 3N battery short S18B Small Sonde 33kHz AA battery extended Standard Sonde 8kHz Standard Sonde 512Hz Flexrod coupler joi
46. armful 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 modifications made to this equipment not approved by Radiodetection may void 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 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 la norme NMB 003 du Canada 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 Copyright statement Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks of Bluetooth Sig Inc and any use of such trademarks by Radiodetection is under license Windows Windows Vista and Windows XP are either register
47. as possible and at 90 to the probable route of the target cable and clip the connector to the ground stake ensuring that a positive connection is achieved 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 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 9 2 2 Reference readings It 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 reading set up the transmitter and locator as follow On the transmitter 1 Selecta fault finding frequency using the e 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 Selecta fault finding frequency using the e key NOTE If the locator and transmitter are iLOC enabled then you can remotely
48. ction Ltd 28 e Avoid using existing structures for ground connections other buried lines may be bonded to them 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 7 2 Signal grounding 7 2 1 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 7 2 2 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 cables feeding illuminated street furniture as well as other street lights WARNING The live cable connector is for use only by operators licensed or permitted to work on live cables The use of
49. curacy is questionable due to the passive signal being present on more than one line A WARNING Do not make depth measurements near bends or tees in the line Go at least 5m 16ft from a bend for best accuracy 6 1 1 TruDepth for RF Markers The RD8000 locator is capable of automatically estimating the depth of a buried marker when it is in close proximity to it In order to get the best possible accuracy it is important to ensure the locator is directly above the marker position by pinpointing its exact position first as described in paragraph 8 2 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 6 1 2 TruDepth for buried conductors or sondes TruDepth and Compass It is important to note that the RD8000 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 5 make sure the Compass display is in the East West orientation pf Figure 6 1 Taking a depth reading To avoid signal distortion do not apply the signal by induction If direct connection or signal clamping is not possible place the transmitter at least 15m 49ft from the point of any depth measurements Depth measurements may not be accurate if there is audible interferenc
50. dB 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 2014 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 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
51. dard 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 for further details NOTE You can also register your products by e mail See section 14 2 for more details From time to time Radiodetection may release new software to improve the performance or add new functionalities to his products By registering the user will benefits from subscribing to e mail alerts advising about any new software and special offers 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 2014 Radiodetection Ltd Section 1 includes an overview of safety procedures and notices Please review them before moving on to Section 2 and the rest of this manual Section 2 provides an overview of the RD8000 system with annotated diagrams of the locator and transmitter Section 3 introduces basic setup and operation using the RD8000 locator s menu system Section 4 introduces the survey storage capabilities of the locator At a touch of a button your locator will store in its internal memory up to 1000 survey points for easy reporting and integration to GIS Mapping systems Section 5 provides instructions on how to use the RD8000 locator s Bluetooth technology to pair to
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53. ductor out of the search area until the target can be accurately located 7 1 2 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 Figures 7 1 7 4 Interference from services e Reduce coupling to a parallel line by using e Avoid applying the signal by induction The a low signal frequency where available signal may be coupling to more than one line directly from the transmitter Use the signal clamp where possible e Return signal flowing on another line Use a double ended connection to by pass the ground return if 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 e Choose a signal application point where the line is furthest from other lines and not in a congested area are bonded within a building apply the e When using single ended connection site signal at the valves or access points in the the ground stake as far from the target line road rather than in the building as possible and away from other buried lines 2014 Radiodete
54. e Devices tab and scan for new partnerships 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 RD8000 locator Note the port number of the selected COM port 12 5 Bluetooth Protocol RD8000 marker 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 2 Scroll to the BT menu using the or keys 3 Press the key to enter the BT menu 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 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 oc A Press the key to confirm your choice and exit the menu Or Select the EXIT option and press the O key to return to the BT submenu The ASCII protocol is used when using third party PDA programs Refer to the software supplier s operation manual for instructions on what setting to select 12 6 Bluetooth Range 12 6 1 Long Range settings The RD8000 marker locator is equipped with a Bluetooth module capable of long range transmission This is used when using the iLOC functionalities To set long range transmissions Class 1 follow these steps 1 Press the key to enter the menu Scroll to the BT menu using the O or
55. e of the remaining signal gradually changes 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 38 T Ni d b ga NG CD We Figure 10 2 CD reset Figure 13 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 RD8000 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 a CD rest may only be required every 20 kilometers 14 miles 10 2 2 Using a CD clamp or stethoscope When using either of these accessories it is
56. e 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 Figures 6 2 Depth readings e Pinpoint the target line accurately with the locator e Check the locator is directly over the line the antennae are at right angles to it and the locator is vertical Adjust sensitivity level to bring the bar graph indication on scale 24 e Press the depth button to alternate between depth and current readings 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 accurate to 5 if conditions are suitable However you may not always know if the 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 7ft to either side of the measurement point Check that the signal response is reasonably consta
57. ed 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 11 4 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 62 To achieve accurate results the locator must kept as stil 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 are active the locator will also attempt to send the saved measurement to a paired PDA running SurveyCERT see section 4 3 or a compatible application See chapter 11 2 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 please refer to Section 12 2014 Radiodetection Ltd NOTE A
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59. ely using your locator With ILOC you can adjust the output frequency power settings and use Side Step Side Step allows you to change the output frequency on the transmitter Side Step changes the selected frequency by several Hertz and automatically sets the locator s locate frequency to match the transmitter s output frequency iLOC commands are sent over a Bluetooth module that can operate at distances of up to 300m 1000ft in direct line of sight See Section 5 for detailed explanation on how to use ILOC 3 13 SideStepauto SideStepauto allows the transmitter to calculate the optimum frequency based on ground impedance The transmitter uses this information to optimize the active frequency SideStepauto helps to improve locate accuracy by determining the best signal SideStepauto can also help to prolong battery life 2014 Radiodetection Ltd NOTE SideStepauto will only work in direct connection mode 3 13 1 Using SideStepauto To enable SideStepauto 1 Press the key to enter the menu Scroll to the OPT F menu using the 0 or keys Press the v key to enter the OPT menu Scroll up or down to the START option amp Press the 2 key to start SideStepauto and exit the OPTF Menu 6 Press the key to exit the menu To disable SideStepauto 1 Press the key to enter the menu Scroll to the OPT F menu using the or keys Press the key to enter the OPT F menu Scroll up or d
60. ent spare Li ion rechargeable battery 10 RX BATPACK LI ION pack 10 LI ION MAINSCHARGER EU 10 LI ION MAINSCHARGER UK 10 LI ION MAINSCHARGER US Locator Li ion mains charger EU cordset Locator Li ion mains charger UK cordset Locator Li ion mains charger US cordset Locator automotive charger 10 RX LI ION AUTOCHARGER Locator replacement alkaline battery adapter 3x D Cell tray 10 RX 3DCELL TRAY Calibration credits eCert calibration credit 10 RD ECERT 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 5 WHERE IDEAS MEET INDUSTRY Global locations USA SPX Global Headquarters 13515 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 Ra
61. er Figure 3 3 Charging the transmitter Li ion battery pack For more information about recharging batteries refer to the instructions that came with your charger Using the D cell locator battery holder The locator can also be powered by three D Cell Alkaline or NiMH batteries Figure 3 4 Locator D cell holder NOTE When installing batteries always observe the To insert the D cells correct battery polarity as indicated on the battery tray 1 Open the cell tray and insert 1 D cell 2 Close the tray and insert 2 D cells To remove fit a battery holder 1 Open the battery compartment using the release catch 2 Un plug the battery lead connector fig 3 1 3 Lift the accessory cover slightly fig 3 5 Figure 3 5 Lifting accessory cover 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 4 Press the battery retaining latch inwards fig 3 6 Figure 3 6 Pressing retaining latch 5 Rotate the battery pack away and up from the latch fig3 7 Figure 3 7 Rotating the battery pack 6 Repeat on the other side to release the battery pack completely To fit the battery holder follow the steps above in reverse order Transmitters all models To replace the batteries on the transmitter unlatch the accessory tray The D Cell battery tray see figure 3 4 on page 17 is located underneath the transmitter body Use the turnkey to unlatch the battery compartment Remove the spent batteries and insert eight D Cell Alkaline or NiMH batteries
62. erial 14 3 1 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 compulsory details 1 Date of Purchase Serial Number of each of your qualifying products RD8000 locators and transmitters Your e mail address Your Company name Contact Name Address Telephone Number Country of residence ON VI A Indicate if you do not wish to receive e mail alerts advising about any new software release OPT OUT Indicate if you do wish to receive e mail or other marketing material with new product information or special offers and promotions related to its product range OPT IN 14 4 RD Manager RD Manager is the RD8000 Marker Locator PC companion and it allows you to manage and customize your locator It also allows software upgrades to both the locator and transmitter 10 You can use RD Manager to register your products to extend the warranty by 2 years see section 14 2 setup your locator by performing a number of maintenance tasks such as setting date and time activating and de activating active frequencies or RF markers or setting up functions like CAL Safe 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 Microsof
63. etooth 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 select Bluetooth to STDBY 1 Press the key to enter the menu 2 Scroll to the BT menu using the O or keys Press the key to enter the BT menu 4 Scroll up or down to the STDBY menu 5 Press the key to confirm your choice To set Bluetooth connection mode to ON 1 Press the key to enter the menu 2 Scroll to the BT menu using the 0 or keys 3 Press the key to enter the BT menu 4 Scroll up or down to the ON option 5 Press the key to confirm your choice 12 8 Troubleshooting Successful wireless communication depends on a number of factors including battery life electromagnetic interference device memory and physical obstructions Ensure that the RD8000 transmitter locator 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 2014 Radiodetection Ltd Excessive electromagnetic interference can effectively 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 h
64. evant laws or guidelines in your country or municipality Special Bluetooth notice RD8000 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 minimum separation of 200mm 8 inches between the Bluetooth antenna and your body The location of the antenna is shown in Section 2 figure 2 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 Compliance EU Compliance This equipment complies with the following EU Directives R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC Low Voltage Directive 2006 95 EC EMC Directive 2004 108 EC FCC Compliance Statement This equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions The equipment may not cause harmful interference The equipment must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation NOTE 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 h
65. ey to enter the menu 2 Scroll to the GPS menu using the or keys Press the lt gt key to enter the GPS menu There are 5 options e RESET Select YES to reset the internal GPS GPS models only e INT Select this to use the internal GPS if present 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 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 SBAS Select this to switch ON or OFF SBAS Satellite based augmentation systems mode In this mode the GPS can improve its accuracy North America only Note When SBAS is ON the GPS system will take longer to lock e EXT Select this to exit the GPS menu 4 Press key to accept your changes and exit the GPS menu Press the key to exit the menu 3 19 2 Internal GPS RD8000 GPS models have an internal GPS module When internal GPS is enabled it will automatically try to lock onto a number of GPS satellites as soon as the RD8000 unit is turned on The time required for the GPS module to lock onto the GPS system varies depending on how long it has passed since the last time it was used and on the presence of any obstacles like high buildings trees etc that may affect the line of 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 RD8000 locator display provides a number of icons indicating the presence o
66. f 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 ERES GPS rr M RETTO 888 operation WZ 63 Jj at L am IE XX e ERE Figure 3 9 GPS Icons The LCD GPS operation icons provide visual information about the status of the internal GPS module 15 GPS active seeking satellite lock GPS satellite lock acquired mm 3 5 satellites in view E 200 6 8 satellites in view 9 11 satellites in view EN mn 12 satellites or more in view Figure 3 10 GPS status and satellites in view 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 16 Section 4 Locating cables and pipes This section introduces the principals and techniques of locating buried cable and pipe utilities with the RD8000 system For more information on the theory of cable and pipe location please refer to ABC amp XYZ of locating buried pipes and cables which is available to download from www radiodetection com 4 1 Frequencies The RD8000 marker locator supports a range of active and passive frequencies For a complete list of supported frequencies please refer to the table in Appendix 14 8
67. 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 survey measurements transmissions 1 Press the keyto 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 Oo AR C N Press the 2 key to make the selection and return to the main menu 11 3 Erasing measurements The RD8000 locator allows you to delete all measurements Erasing the survey measurements will wipe the RD8000 Marker memory and is usually recommended when you begin a new survey A WARNING Erasing measurements cannot be undone Proceed with caution To erase all stored measurements 1 Press the key to enter to menu Press the or keys to select LOG menu Press the lt gt key to enter the LOG menu Scroll up or down to select the DEL option A N Press the 2 key to make the selection and return to the main menu 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 read and chart logged survey data for real time or post survey analysis It can also export KML files
68. for interface with GIS mapping systems 40 NOTE SurveyCERT is compatible with Bluetooth enabled PDAs running Windows Mobile 6 5 as its operating system 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 only compatible with PC running Microsoft Windows XP or higher To send stored data to your paired PDA 1 Ensure your paired PDA is switched on and running the SurveyCERT app Press the key to enter the menu Scroll to the LOG menu using the 0 or keys Press the amp key to enter the LOG menu Scroll up or down to the SEND option Oo A N Press the 2 key and the locator will attempt to send your stored survey data to your PDA NOTE When using SurveyCERT the RD8000 marker 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 its 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 to Support gt Survey
69. he line and a peak response to each side of the line As you move the locator over the line the left and right arrows and an accompanying tone will indicate if the target line is to the left or right of the locator Periodically switch to peak mode locate the target line and verify its exact position 4 5 Pinpoint Locating a target line in 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 mode on the locator Set the locator sensitivity to approximately 50 NOTE it may be necessary to adjust the sensitivity level throughout the pinpointing to keep the bar graph on scale fy Lou 05 L 40 Lou Figure 4 1 Line Tracing Figure 4 2 Pinpointing a target line 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 p
70. he maximum depth range distance for the marker you are using for example 700mm 2712 for the center of the marker ball to the bottom of the locator Note the depth as indicated on the locator LCD Compare this reading with the depth reading on the locator Refer to appendix 14 6 to verify if the Locator is operating within specification When locating for conductors or sondes 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 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 measure 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
71. icon 2014 Radiodetection Ltd Direct connection lead connected For more information about signal clamps and other direct connection accessories please refer to Section 10 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 A WaRNING The transmitter is capable of outputting potentially lethal voltages Take care when handling the terminals connection leads and ground stake notify 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 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 2 key is pressed Once activated the transmitter will induce the signal indiscriminately to any nearby buried conductors Please note that these signals will also be airborne and itis 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 Clamp The optional signal clamp can be connected to the transmitter and clamped aro
72. ignal strength response shown on the locator display should be noted for each cable 8 3 1 When to use clamps Clamps can be used where 2014 Radiodetection Ltd e Several cables or pipes run in close proximity to each other e Acable or pipe is accessible at an inspection hole or manhole NOTE The standard clamp cannot be used with CM or CD A special CM CD clamp is available 8 3 2 Connecting a clamp 1 Put the clamp connector into the accessory socket on the front of the RD8000 Marker locator 2 Place the clamp around the pipe or cable and switch the locator on Setthe frequency to the same as that on the transmitter 4 Putthe 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 SUME aa n gt i a M 170 ME w m E it R ela N it oor rt Dis E Ci ae p wee xY E 7 v 1 E gt LL it 1 mu we d r r 1 A 100 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 8 3 3 Available locator clamps Standard clamp
73. important to RESET the CD at a known point near the transmitter before making any identification measurements 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 Refer to Section 10 for more information on clamps and stethoscopes 10 2 3 Performing a CD reset You must perform a CD reset every time you select a CD frequency CD reset can only be performed when in CD mode 2014 Radiodetection Ltd To perform a CD reset A Select any CD frequency using the O key Press the key to enter the menu Scroll to the CDR menu using the or keys Press the lt gt key to enter the CDR menu Press the 2 key to reset CD and exit to the main menu 39 Section 11 Survey measurements RD8000 locator models are capable of recording up to 10000 survey measurements to internal memory When a measurement is taken and saved the RD8000 locator Will store the most relevant measurements taken and information such as Log number e Current e Gain e Depth e Signal e Phase e Frequency e Marker type e GPS location GPS models only or when pair
74. ine batteries only MAX P Allows the transmitter to output its maximum wattage MODEL Specify the model of your locator MAX V Set the output voltage BT Enable disable or pair Bluetooth connections Bluetooth models only Section 3 Operation ERS 3 2 1 Power Options For safety reasons RD8000 locators are shipped with the Lithium ion battery packs disconnected The transmitter D cells and the optional Li ion battery pack are packed separately The RD8000 marker locator range is provided with a rechargeable Lithium ion Li ion battery pack as standard The locator can also be powered using good On the locator quality D cell alkaline or NiMH batteries Transmitters can be powered by D cell alkaline batteries To connect the Li ion battery pack open the RD8000 as standard D cell NiMH batteries or by an optional battery compartment and plug the battery lead into the accessory Li ion battery pack Alternatively you can battery connector power the transmitter from a mains or vehicle power source using a Radiodetection supplied optional accessory adapter Battery status The locator and transmitter display provides a battery level indicator refer to the diagrams in Sections 2 1 and 2 2 When battery replacement is necessary the display shows a flashing battery icon Refer to appendix 14 6 for some indicative operating times NOTE Prolonged use of high power output on the transmitter will reduce battery life
75. inpoint accuracy owitch to null response mode and 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 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 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 4 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 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 4 6 1 Passive Sweep A passive sweep is used to locate any Power Radio CATV or CPS signals that may be radiating 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 e Power e Radio e CATV e CPS e 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 Figure 4 4 at a steady walk and hold the locator comfortably with the antenna in line with the direction of movement
76. ker 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 the Radiodetection website For a full list of supported accessories that are available for purchase please refer to Appendix 13 6 8 2 Headphones Radiodetection supplies an optional headphone set for the RD8000 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 locators volume levels to help prevent damage to your hearing A WARNING 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 tray or other access point by fitting a clamp to the locator and examining each cable in turn S
77. l If the system comprises only two conductors they may carry equal signals A WARNING Do not clamp around uninsulated live conductors 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 8 4 1 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 8 The display will show the Clamp connected icon LJ 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 31 Figures 8 4 8 5 Connecting transmitter clamps NOTE It is not necessary to make a ground connection from the transmitter when using the clamp 8 4 2 Available transmitter clamps 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 orientation Standard signal clamp The standard clamp app
78. le mode locating Use this mode when locating a RF marker only for example when locating markers used with water or gas plastic utilities Proceed as follows 1 Select Marker mode see 5 1 1 2 Select the type of marker you are trying to locate 3 Carry out a sweep of the area in which the markers are located to ensure that all markers are located set to maximum sensitivity 4 Use he or keys to set the locator s sensitivity to low and pinpoint the marker s A CAUTION The radio signals generated by marker locators may be reflected by other marker types This may cause the locator to show a response to a different utility marker type if it is close enough 5 Once you have located a specific utility marker scroll through all available marker types by pressing the key to ensure that no other marker types display a greater response and to confirm that you have located the correct utility marker type 2014 Radiodetection Ltd NOTE If you cannot locate the marker ensure that you have selected the correct marker type for the utility you are trying to locate and have the sensitivity set to maximum 5 2 2 Combined mode locating Use this mode when locating the marker and conductor simultaneously In this mode no null mode sensitivity adjustments can be made whilst marker sensitivity adjustments are possible by using the or keys To set up the system for dual locating proceed as follows 1 Select the same f
79. lies the transmitter signal very selectively and effectively to a target cable up to 100mm 47 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 2014 Radiodetection Ltd Figure 8 6 CD clamp The CD clamp plugged into the accessory socket of the transmitter enables CD signals to be applied to individual cables A WARNINGI The transmitter must only be connected to live services using the appropriate accessory such as a plug connector or live cable connector 8 5 Sondes 8 5 1 What is a Sonde 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 A suitable Radiodetection locator can then be used to locate the sonde 8 5 2 Choosing a suitable sonde Radiodetection offers a wide range of sonde to suit most applications From the 74 6 4mm diameter S6 33kHz microsonde which with a range
80. line with the highest current measurement rather than the line giving the strongest response is the target lime 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 2014 Radiodetection Ltd RD8000 series locator IS 13 10096 Conventional locator response 60 Figures 6 4 6 6 Taking current readings 6 3 3 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 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 6 3 4 Signal current measurements Pinpoint the line and confirm the accuracy of the peak pinpoint with a null pinpoint Check the locator is directly over the line with the antennae at right angles to it and vertical The locator will automatically estimate and display depth on the LCD A signal coupled to a nearby line may distort the accuracy of the measurement If the accuracy of the 26 reading is suspect sweep the area to check if other nearby lines are radiating the signal If other signals are
81. ls only CDR CD Reset Only available when in CD mode UNITS CAL Select metric or imperial units Displays the date of the last calibration or eCert calibration validation Enable or disable the marker locator or individual utility markers Select menus language MARKR LANG POWER Select power frequency 50 or 60Hz AN 2 3 4 Transmitter menu options Below is an annotated list of menu options available in the RD8000 transmitter T Enable or disable antenna modes with the exception of Peak FREQ Enable or disable individual frequencies ALERT Enable or disables Strike Alert LIION COMP Enable or disable display of the Compass feature 2 3 3 Navigating the transmitter menu 1 Press the key to enter the menu 2 Use the keys to scroll through the menu options 3 Press the v9 key to enter the option s submenu 4 Use the C or keys to scroll through the submenu options 5 Press the key to confirm selection and return to the previous level or exit the menu 6 Press the key to return to the main operation screen 2014 Radiodetection Ltd VOL 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 menus language OPT F Enable or disable SideStep auto BATT Set battery type ALK NIMH or LIION Also select Eco mode for alkal
82. measuring depth please refer to Section 8 3 10 Backlight 3 7 Passive avoidance The transmitter and locator feature a backlight to improve LCD visibility when required The locator s Passive avoidance mode allows you to survey an area quickly by detecting power and radio signals 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 12 backlight is controlled by an ambient light sensor and does not require adjustment by the user The transmitter s LCD backlight is activated whenever you press a key The backlight will automatically switch off after a few minutes 3 11 Bluetooth wireless All RD8000 marker locators feature a Bluetooth wireless module as standard providing the ability to connect to compatible devices such as transmitters Tx 5B or Tx 10B only or handheld devices running a compatible application Refer to Section 5 for further information about Bluetooth wireless connections and how to pair your devices NOTE The RD8000 marker locator wireless features maybe subject to national and or local regulations Please 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 3 12 1 and SideStep ILOC is a standard feature of all RD8000 marker locators ILOC lets you control a Bluetooth enabled transmitter Tx 5B or Tx 10B remot
83. n date When the unit is within 30 days from 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 You can edit the CAL Safe service due date or disable this function using the RD Manager PC software Refer to its operation manual for further information 3 18 Automatic Logging RD8000 logging and GPS locator models offer a powerful data logging system which records all the instrument s critical parameters including GPS position if available and warnings in its internal memory every second The automatic logging system is always active and cannot be disabled Its memory is capable of storing at least 1 years worth of normal usage data based on 4 hours operation per day 5 days per week and 20 days per month Logs can be retrieved using the RD Manager PC application for usage analysis and survey validation Refer to its operation manual for further information The RD8000 locator can be paired to an external GPS module or use its internal GPS module GPS models only to be able to detect and store its latitude longitude and accurate UTC time alongside its location data using SurveyCERT or the automatic logging system GPS and logging models only The presence of GPS data allows for the data to be mapped easily and to export and save the information directly into GIS systems 3 19 1 GPS menu To enter the GPS menu 1 Press the k
84. ns two Flexrods together M10 thread protecting nipple External shell for heavy duty applications Spring coupling M10 male FlexiTrace 50m FlexiTrace 80m 9mm 120m Flexrod 9mm 60m Flexrod 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 5 Description Part Number Batteries and rechargeable D Cell Alkaline Battery LR20 MN1300 04 MN1300 10 TXRBATPACK Transmitter Li ion rechargeable battery pack Transmitter Li ion rechargeable battery pack Inc mains 12V chargers and lead US cordset Transmitter Li ion rechargeable battery pack Inc mains 12V chargers and lead UK cordset Transmitter Li ion rechargeable battery pack Inc mains 12V chargers and lead EU cordset Transmitter Li ion rechargeable battery pack Inc mains charger and lead US cordset 10 TXRBATPACK MC US Transmitter Li ion rechargeable battery pack Inc mains charger and lead UK cordset 10 TXRBATPACK MC UK Transmitter Li ion rechargeable battery pack Inc mains charger and lead EU cordset 10 TXRBATPACK MC EU Transmitter Li ion rechargeable battery pack 10 TX AUTOCHARGER automotive charger Transmitter Li ion rechargeable battery pack mains charger EU cordset 10 TX MAINSCHARGER EU Transmitter Li ion rechargeable battery pack mains charger UK cordset 10 TX MAINSCHARGER UK Transmitter Li ion rechargeable battery pack mains charger US cordset 10 TX MAINSCHARGER US Replacem
85. nsure the equipment is clean and dry whenever possible Clean this equipment with 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 14 1 4 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 14 1 5 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 2014 Radiodetection Ltd year either at Radiodetection or a Radiodetection approved repair center Regularly check your equipment using eCert This automatic validation test ensures the equipment is valid according to its original factory calibration see 14 5 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 re
86. nt 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 2m 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 shallowest indication will be the most accurate and will also indicate the line s position most accurately 6 2 1 Rough depth calibration check 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 Please 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 When locating for RF Markers 1 Setthe locator to marker mode and select the correct marker type 2 Place the marker on top of a non metallic object such as a cardboard box on the ground and away from any buried lines or other sources of interference 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 3 Place the locator horizontal at a distance equal to half t
87. ntil the frequency is displayed on screen 2 commands are sent using the 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 Section 4 6 3 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 4 6 1 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 13 1 2 Adjusting power iLOC lets you adjust the transmitter s power output remotely you can also put the transmitter into standby mode and then wake it remotely see section 5 3 3 for more details 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 TXOUT menu Press the lt gt 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 4 Once you have selected the mode you want press
88. o the actual fault position 37 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 RD8000PDL 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 RD8000 PXL 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 must be directly coupled to the target line and with a remote ground connection It cannot be applied by normal clamp or induction but can be applied with a transmitter CD clamp 10 1 1 Using Current Direction CD to aid line identification The RD8000 PDL locator and Tx 10 and Tx 10B transmitters feature several CD frequencies to help you determine the direction of curren
89. on The transmitter by default will also sound a pulsing tone to indicate that it is transmitting correctly 1 Press the key repeatedly until you find the PASSIV mode Passive avoidance mode is now selected Perform your survey as required To adjust audio level A WARNING Muting audio on the locator will disable Strike Alert audio alarm Note In Passive mode depth and current readings will not be displayed 1 Press the key to enter the menu 2 Scroll to the VOL menu the or arrows 3 8 Strike Alert Strike Alert detects the possible presence of shallow power signals and warns the operator with a series of flashing asterisks on the display and an audible alarm characterized by a rapid warbling sound 3 5 Dynamic overload protection RD8000 locators are shipped with StrikeAlert enabled by default which be disabled by accessing the Dynamic overload protection DOP allows you to locate StrikeAlert menu and setting StrikeAlert to OFF accurately in areas with high levels of electromagnetic interference such as sub stations and beneath high StrikeAlert will activate in Power and Passive mode voltage transmission lines DOP works by disregarding only signal spikes that would otherwise overwhelm the RD8000 locator s digital signal processor DOP is an integrated feature of all RD8000 locators No action is required by the user 3 Press the key locator or the v9 key transmitter to enter the VOL menu
90. oth icon Pairing can take up to a 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 you can use iLOC to remotely change the transmitter s output frequency and power levels from the locator See Section 13 1 for further details 42 12 4 Pairing to a PDA 12 4 1 Connection requirements e Any RD8000 locator e A compatible Bluetooth enabled PDA 12 4 2 Pairing Pair the RD8000 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 0 or keys Press the key to enter the BT menu Scroll up or down to the PAIR menu Press the key to enter the PAIR menu Scroll up or down to the BT PC option N A C N 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 th
91. our 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 300m 1000ft in direct line of sight your PDA or notebook and the RD8000 locator must be within 10m 30ft to maintain a wireless connection 12 8 1 Resetting connections If you experience problems with the RD8000 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 2 or keys 8 Press the key to enter the BT menu 9 Scroll up or down to the RESET menu Press the key and the locator will purge all current connections 11 Re pair your devices as described in section 4 4 44 12 8 2 Bluetooth error codes If an error occurs when attempting to perform any Bluetooth command using the locator to the transmitter or the locator to a PDA the LCD will display a code to help you resolve the problem on the locator The codes are as follows Table 4 1 Bluetooth error codes BT Code Description BT005 Paired but connection attempt failed Power cycling may be required BT006 Corrupt response received from transmitter BT007 Indeterminate response received from transmitter BT008 No response received from transmitter response received from transmitter LL AN
92. own to the EXIT option Aa N Press the key to disable SideStepauto and exit the OPT F menu 6 Press the key to exit the menu NOTE You can also disable SideStepauto just by changing frequency 3 14 Transmitter power output The transmitter supports several power output modes to help you select the optimal settings for your requirements whilst helping to prolong battery life 3 14 1 Adjusting power output NOTE On iLOC enabled models you can adjust the transmitter s power output remotely using the locator For more information please refer to Section 6 To adjust the power output Press the or keys to increase or decrease power output 3 14 2 Boost Tx 10 B 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 9 or keys 13 Press the v9 key to enter the BOOST menu 4 Setthe 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 6 Press the key to exit the menu To enable boost 1 First configure the boost duration using the procedure above 2 Press and hold the key until BOOST appears on the transmitter LCD 3 he transmitter will automatically exit boost mode
93. presentative for the latest information regarding the RD8000 marker locator or any Radiodetection product 14 2 Time and Date error messages RD8000 logging and GPS models feature an internal clock which is used to time and date survey measurements the 1x second internal logging and for the CAL Safe 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 report an error message The unit will emit an warning audio tone and display the word ERROR followed by a 3 digit error code Please make a note of this code and contact your nearest service center 14 3 Warranty and extended warranty RD8000 Marker 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 Hegistration is done 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 related to its product range 48 Users will be able to opt out at any moment from receiving software and technical notifications or just from receiving marketing mat
94. r keys 3 Press the key to enter the MARKR menu 4 Scroll to OFF menu 5 Press the 2 key to accept your selection and return to MARKH menu If you have disabled the marker locator you can enable it again To enable the marker locator 1 Press the key to enter the menu 2 Scroll to the menu using the 9 keys 3 Press the key to enter the MARKR menu 4 Scroll to Auto menu 5 Press the 2 key to accept your selection and return to MARKH menu The marker locator can detect up to 9 different utility markers If you wish you can enable or disabling them by using the menu system To enable or disable utility markers 1 Press the key to enter the menu Scroll to the MARKR menu using the O or keys Press the key to enter the MARKR menu Scroll to the AUTO menu and press the lt gt key scroll up or down to select a specific marker Press the key Scroll to OFF or ON using the 9 or keys N O Ci A C M Press the 2 key to accept your selection and return to markers menu 9 f you wish to make any further changes follow steps 5 to 8 If you do not wish to make any further changes press the D key twice to return to the main operation screen 11 3 4 7 Volume Control simultaneously Passive avoidance is available on the PDLM and PTLM models only The transmitter and locator feature an internal speaker to provide critical warnings or assist with cable and pipe To select passive avoidance mode locati
95. requency on the locator as used by the transmitter 2 Pull down the RF marker antenna on the locator The marker symbol is displayed 3 Press the key to select the specific marker you are trying to locate 4 Press the gt key to select dual mode The display shows the null symbol and location arrows and the locate frequency is shown in place of the marker type 5 Locate the conductor using the left right arrows as normal but sweep the area either side of the conductor to ensure that all markers are located When an RF marker is approached the volume and bargraph reading will increase and decrease as the marker is passed Use the 9 or keys to set the locator s RF marker sensitivity as required to help pinpointing the marker CAUTION The radio signals generated by marker locators may be reflected by other marker types This may cause the locator to show a response to a different utility marker type if it is close enough 6 you have located a specific utility marker switch back to Single mode locating by pressing the key and scroll through all available marker types by pressing the O key to ensure that no other marker types display a greater response and to confirm that you have located the correct utility marker type NOTE If you cannot locate the marker ensure that you have selected the correct marker type for the utility you are trying to locate NOTE A thorough scan of the area as described
96. ries By default your RD8000 locator battery type is set to Li ion It is important that you set the system to match the currently installed battery type to ensure optimal performance and correct battery level indication To set your battery type 1 Press the key to enter the menu 2 Scroll to the BATT menu using the 9 or arrows Press the lt gt key on the locator or the key on the transmitter to enter the BATT menu Scroll up or down to select the correct battery type 5 Press the 2 key to accept your selection and return to the main menu 10 6 Press the key to return to the main operation screen 3 4 3 Power frequency locator only oelect the correct frequency 50 or 60Hz for your country or region s power supply To change power frequency on the locator 1 Press the key to enter the menu 2 Scroll to the POWER menu using the 9 or keys 3 Press the key to enter the POWER menu 4 Scroll up or down to select the correct frequency 5 Press the 2 key to accept your selection and return to the main menu 6 Press the key to return to the main operation screen 3 4 4 Measurement Units locator only The RD8000 marker 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 O or keys 3 Press the key to enter the UNIT submenu 4 scroll up or down to select ME
97. s nenei 8 3 9 SMUTUMG CO WE ntn bo Dee ob ner toad 10 3 4 System tub as eve tus Cog 10 3 1 Ente RT Ts LT 10 3 4 2 Battery 10 3 4 3 Power frequency locator only 11 3 4 4 Measurement Units locator only 11 3 4 5 Enable Disable frequencies 11 3 4 6 Marker locator 11 3 4 7 Volume Control 12 3 5 Dynamic overload protection 12 3 6 TruDepth measurement 12 3 7 Passive avoidance 12 rana 12 3 9 Antenna modes 12 3 10 Mov vii dui atten ala 12 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 3 11 Bluetooth wireless 13 3 12 d OG and SIGE SSD s ano 13 3 13 SideStepauto e 13 3 13 1 Using SideStepauto 13 3 14 Transmitter power output 13 3 14 1 Adjusting power output 13 3 14 2 Boost Tx 10 B 13 3 15 Transmitter Eco mode 14 3 16 Measure mode e 14 3 16 1 Impedance and voltage measurements 14 3 16 2 Impedance measurements using active ela 14 9 1 GALSAle piantare 15 3 18 Automatic 099 9
98. stance of one or two meters from these objects when taking critical measurements such as depth and current readings This instrument 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 This equipment shall be used only by fully qualified and trained personnel and only after fully reading this Operation Manual 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 A WARNING The transmitter is capable of outputting 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 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 A 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 WARNING When using the transmitter switch off the unit and disconnect cables before removing the battery pack WARNING The RD8000 locator will detect most buried conductors b
99. t Windows XP Vista Windows 7 and Windows 8 For more information about RD Manager refer to its operation manual To Obtain RD Manager 3 Goto www radiodetection com RDManager 4 Follow the instructions 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 14 5 Upgrading software From time to time Radiodetection may release software upgrades to enhance features and improve performance of the RD8000 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 its 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 have 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 14 6 eCert The RD8000 marker locator should be regularly checked to ensure its correct operation eCert provides a thorough test of the RD8000 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
100. t 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 2014 Radiodetection Ltd T i ta um 1 Li ta 74 x Va t BL tu a n T Ta N DE E Li E Sa oe 20 Ta i 1 T s Ta La 1 i A 1 1 1 a s 1 Y LI 1 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 2 key until the CD frequency is displayed CD is a combination of two frequencies a CD frequency and a locate frequency NOTE RD8000 PTL locator models specific frequencies are only supported by the Tx 10 transmitter model Locator 1 Press key until the CD frequency is displayed indicated by the two small arrows above the frequency value 10 2 CD Reset 10 2 1 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 angl
101. tance away from the transmitter A suitable distance is around 15 meters although this will depend upon the transmitter used and the level of induction power used 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 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 antennae 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
102. td 2 3 Using the menu The RD8000 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 4 and keys act as left and right arrows When browsing the transmitter menu the 4 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 2 3 1 Navigating the locator menu 1 Press the key to enter the menu 2 Use the or keys to scroll through the menu options 3 Press the key to enter the option s submenu 4 Use the or arrows to scroll through the submenu options 5 Press the 2 key to make a selection and return to the previous menu 6 Press the key to return to the main operation screen 2 3 2 Locator menu options Below is an annotated list of menu options available in the RD8000 locator VOL Adjust the speaker volume from 0 mute to 3 loudest LOG Delete or send saved survey measurements data and enable or disable the communication channel Enable disable reset or pair Bluetooth connections Also defines the protocol used when connecting to a PDA Select an external GPS module or enable or disable the internal one RD8000 locators GPS mode
103. tection is a unit of SPX NYSE SPW a global Fortune 500 multi industry manufacturing company With headquarters in Charlotte N C SPX has 14 000 employees in more than 35 countries worldwide Visit www spx com 2014 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 RD8000 are either trademarks of Radiodetection 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 may not be copied reproduced transmitted modified or used in whole or in part without the prior written consent of Radiodetection Ltd
104. th regulations in areas where wireless communications are considered hazardous To switch Bluetooth off 1 Press the key to enter the menu 2 Scroll to the BT menu using the GD or keys 3 Press the key locator or the v key transmitter to enter the BT menu 4 Scroll up or down to the OFF option 5 Press the 2 key to switch Bluetooth off and return to the previous menu 2014 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 you may choose 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 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 7 Scroll to the BT menu using the or keys 8 Press the v9 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 9 key on the locator You must 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 Blueto
105. tue ote a 30 9 3 LOCATON e Tee 30 8 3 1 When to use 30 8 3 2 Connecting a clamp 30 8 3 3 Available locator clamps 30 8 4 Transmitter 31 8 4 1 Connecting the 31 8 4 2 Available transmitter clamps 32 BD SOMGSS MD 32 8 5 1 Whatis a Sonde se hae 32 8 5 2 Choosing a suitable sonde 32 8 5 3 Preparation cesse eee ee 33 8 5 4 Propelling a sonde 33 8 5 5 Locating and tracing a sonde 33 8 5 6 Checking sonde depth 33 8 5 7 FlexiTrace 34 8 6 SteinOSCODeS eee 34 8 6 1 When to use a stethoscope 34 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 8 6 2 How to use a stethoscope 34 8 6 3 Types of stethoscope 34 8 7 Submersible antenna 35 8 7 1 When to use submersible antenna 35 8 7 2 How to use Submersible antenna 35 Section 9 Fault Finding i 36 9 1 About fault finding 36 9 2 Prepatalloh a Sada En cu 36 9 2 1 Connecting the tr
106. u connect an accessory for example an A Frame before the frequency is available NOTE Some RD8000PTL model frequencies are only available in the Tx 10B transmitter model 4 2 Antenna modes The RD8000 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 Single antenna mode e Null mode e Combined Peak Null mode e Guidance mode 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 4 2 1 Peak mode Peak mode provides the most sensitive and accurate mode for location and depth measurement It provides a sharp 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 lt gt key until the peak mode icon A IS displayed on the LCD 4 2 2 Single antenna mode In Single Antenna mode the RD8000 locator will detect with higher sensitivity over a wider area than peak mode This is particularly useful for locating deep utilities quickly and indiscriminately in single antenna mode the following indicators are displayed by the LCD e Depth e Current e Signal strength e Compass To select single antenna mode 1 Press the key to select your preferred frequency 2 Press the lt key until the single antenna mode icon m is
107. und 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 4 1 3 Selecting Frequencies It is important to select the correct or appropriate frequency for your particular application For more information see Section 6 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 key to cycle through available frequencies 2 Alternatively hold down the key and press the 0 or keys to cycle up or down the range of frequencies If using an active frequency you must also set your transmitter to output the matching frequency You can change your transmitter s output frequency manually using your transmitter s keypad or automatically using iLOC Bluetooth transmitters only To manually select a transmitter output frequency 1 Press the key to cycle through available frequencies To change frequencies using iLOC please refer to Section 6 NOTE Some frequencies require that yo
108. urn 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 7 3 1 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 Radiodetection supplies 50 meter and 200 meter extension cables for this purpose 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 and will enable the mode appropriate to the accessory For example attaching an A Frame to the RD8000 Mar
109. used to locate cable sheath faults on power and telecom cables or insulation faults on pipelines To use Fault Find you will need the following equipment e RD8000 locator 5 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 8KFF useful for sheath faults on cables but can also be used on pipelines over shorter distances CD only available on Tx 10 this 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 RD8000 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 9 2 1 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
110. user to ensure that the red Power PWR marker locate mode is only enabled in in 7 3 countries where radio licensing restrictions do not apply IU 4 d 3 at the operating frequency of 169 kHz If required and 3 permitted use the RD Manager software package to 7 a enable this frequency DE LJ ng Markers can be disabled using the Marker setup menu see Section 2 3 2 Disabled markers not available to be selected and will not be displayed Marker type Marker mode icon Markers can also be permanently disabled in the locator by using RD Manager Refer to its operation manual for Fiqure 5 1 Marker mode further information NOTE The locator defaults to the last marker used 5 1 2 Changing RF marker type 1 Press key to select the marker you wish to locate The abbreviations for each type of marker are indicated in the table below 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 22 5 1 3 Combined mode In combined mode the locator is used to locate buried conductors pipes or cables and the selected marker simultaneously In this mode the left right arrows indicate the buried conductor position while the bargraph numeric display and audio response indicate the amplitude of the received marker signal To enter combined mode 1 Press the key to select dual mode The display will show the null locate features 5 2 Combined mode 5 2 Locating RF markers 5 2 1 Sing
111. ut set to 1W 4 The Li lon battery packs can only be stored in temperatures up to 95 F 35 C If using alkaline or NiMH batteries check the manufacturer s datasheet for their recommended storage and operating temperature limits 3 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 50 14 8 Supported frequencies 14 8 1 Sonde Frequencies All RD8000 locators support the following sonde frequencies 512Hz 640Hz 8192Hz 8kHz 32768Hz S3kHz 14 8 2 Passive Frequencies RD8KPXLM RD8KPDLM RD8KPTLM RD8KPTLM 1 3 RD8KPTLM 4 6 CPS 100 120 2 Mode 14 8 3 CD Frequency Pairs 31250 31468Hz CD LF Frequency Pair RDSKPXLM RD8KPDLM RD8KPTLM RD8KPTLM 1 3 RD8KPTLM 4 6 Active Frequency Saian 2400 _ 4 4 onera 4 4 4 17 41 _ soeone soneron meranen O O _ 40 000 memes nen po STI _ _ ___ 2014 Radiodetection Ltd 51 14 8 4 Active Frequencies RD8KPXLM RD8KPDLM RD8KPTLM RD8KPTLM 1 3 RD8KPTLM 4 6 EF e1289 404 Y 163Hz 1 ouugq s 1 _ 02040000004 273Hz 1 1 1 340H2 _____ 14 439 8 2 ma MI mm N x mag T_T TT sw A p mm Lr men x p xL ga E A ma TTT TT mu TT
112. ut there are some objects that do not radiate any detectable signal The RD8000 or any other electromagnetic locator cannot detect these objects so proceed with caution There are also some live cables which the RD8000 will not be able to detect in Power mode The RD8000 does not indicate whether a signal is from a single cable or from several in close proximity CAUTION The battery dust cover the accessory cover and the headphones cover protects 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 A WARNING Batteries can get hot after prolonged use at full output power Take care while replacing or handling batteries CAUTION 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 Talk to a Radiodetection sales representative for authorized repair centers WARNING Exposing the battery to a high temperature above 60 C 140 F may activate safety systems and cause a permanent battery failure Battery disposal Batteries should be disposed of in accordance with your company s work practice and or the rel
113. ver the supposed position of the sonde Do not adjust the sensitivity level 2014 Radiodetection Ltd Figure 8 7 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 Me EE nri rl Al 5s ly 2777 o LDA 7 U ZE NI j Figure 8 8 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 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 8 5 6 Checking sonde depth The RD8000 locator will automatically display the depth of a located sonde providing the locator is correctly 33 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 QU NA A O B
114. y Tips for using a submersible antenna 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 It 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 fes Al ii minm Figure 8 11 Using a submersible antenna WARNING The operator using the submersible antenna must be a properly licensed and experienced diver 35 Section 9 Fault Finding 9 1 About fault finding The RD8000PDL and PTL 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 accessory A frame is

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