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3M Dynatel 1420-iD User Manual

3M Dynatel 1420-iD
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3M
Dynatel
Electronic Marking System (EMS)
Marker Locator 1420-iD
Operator’s Manual
1420-iD Marker Locator
1420E-iD Marker Locator
September 2015
78-8130-6741-6 Rev G 3
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3M Dynatel 1420-iD Specifications

General IconGeneral
Model1420-iD
TypeCable/Pipe Locator
Display TypeLCD
Protection ClassIP54
IP RatingIP54
ApplicationLocating underground cables and pipes

Summary

1. Safety Information

A. Intended Use

Describes the purpose and limitations of the locator.

2. Quick Start

A. Battery Installation

Instructions for installing batteries into the locator unit.

B. Cleaning the Unit

Guidelines for cleaning the locator device.

C. Service and Accessories

Information on obtaining service and replacement parts.

3M Dynatel 1420-iD Keypad and Display Definitions

Keypad Controls and Functions

Details on buttons like On/Off, Volume, Gain, Menu, and Soft Keys.

Display Indicators and Ports

Explanation of icons, signal strength, and connection ports.

3. Menu Displays

A. Main Menu Navigation

Overview of the main menu and its options for device configuration.

6. Setup: Locator Configuration Options

Options for setting depth units, clock, language, and marker types.

7. Self Test Procedure

Steps to perform a self-check on the locator unit.

8. Help Mode Overview

Accessing basic on-screen information and guides.

4. Locating 3M™ Electronic Markers and 3M™ ID Markers

A. E-Model Initial Configuration

Initial setup steps required for the 1420E model.

B. Activating Marker Locate Feature (E-Model Only)

Enabling the electronic marker location feature for E-Model locators.

C. Enable/Disable Marker Frequencies

Procedure to enable or disable marker and path frequencies.

D. Single Marker or Path Locate

Steps for locating a single marker or path.

E. Dual 3M™ Marker Locate

Procedure for locating two markers simultaneously.

F. 3M ID Marker Depth Measurement

How to measure the depth of an iD marker.

G. Passive (Non-iD) Marker Depth

Procedure for measuring the depth of passive markers.

5. Creating/Editing Templates for 3M™ iD Markers

A. Creating New Templates

Steps for creating new data templates for iD markers.

B. Editing Templates

How to modify existing data templates for iD markers.

6. Writing 3M™ ID Markers

Configuring Write Mode Options

Settings for overwrite, X-Type, marker type, and lock status.

Entering and Verifying Marker Data

Data preparation and confirmation before writing.

Writing Data to Marker

Steps to perform the actual data write operation to the marker.

A. Modifying 3M™ Marker Data to be Written

Procedure to alter information within existing marker data templates.

7. Reading 3M™ ID Markers

Extracting Marker Data

Steps to retrieve data from an iD marker.

Saving Read Data to History

How retrieved marker data is saved in the locator's history.

8. Reviewing 3M Marker Read/Write History

A. Read History

Viewing the historical file of marker data that has been read.

B. Write History

Viewing the historical file of marker data that has been written.

9. GPS Compatibility Operation

A. Communicating with the GPS Device

Configuring serial port settings for GPS device communication.

B. Capturing GPS Coordinates

Procedure for capturing GPS coordinates using NMEA mode.

C. Sending Marker Data to GPS

Sending 3M iD marker data directly to GPS devices.

10. Help Mode

Help Mode Overview

Accessing basic on-screen information and guides.

11. 3M™ Dynatel™ PC Tool Kit and Locator Software Upgrades

12. Self Test Of 3M Dynatel™ EMS Marker Locator

Performing the Self-Test

Steps to execute and interpret the locator's self-test results.

13. Locator Specifications: 1420-iD

15. Locator Specifications: 1420E-ID

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