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3M Dynatel 2273ME Series User Manual

3M Dynatel 2273ME Series
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3M
Dynatel
Cable/Pipe/Fault Advanced Locator
2250ME/2273ME Series
(With 3-watt, 5-watt, or 12-watt Transmitter)
Operator’s Manual
2250ME
2250ME-iD
2273ME
2273ME-iD
February 2009
78-8130-6151-8-E 3
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3M Dynatel 2273ME Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Brand3M
ModelDynatel 2273ME Series
CategoryTest Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Information

Intended Use

Defines the primary purpose and limitations of the locator.

About This Manual

Explains the scope and applicability of the manual's content.

Quick Start

Transmitter Battery Installation

Provides step-by-step instructions for installing batteries in the transmitter.

Receiver Battery Installation

Cleaning

Service and Accessories

Transmitter Keypad and Connector Definitions

Maximum Transmitter Output

Rechargeable Battery

Information on using the rechargeable battery as an auxiliary power source.

Receiver Key Pad Definitions

Menu Screens

Main Menu

Overview of the main menu options and navigation.

Menu Screens

Setup

Details on configuring receiver settings like depth units, clock, and language.

Configuring The Receiver

Select Depth Units

Instructions for setting the measurement units for depth.

Setting the Receiver Clock

How to set the time, date, and date format on the receiver.

Selecting a Language

Process for choosing the display language for the receiver.

Enabling/Disabling Frequencies

Creating User Defined Frequencies

Steps to program custom frequencies for locating.

Filtering Power Frequency Interference

Selecting Locating Audio

Buried Cables And Pipes

Transmitter Connections

How to connect the transmitter for tracing cables/pipes.

Direct Connect Method

Detailed steps for using the direct connect method for signal application.

Dyna-Coupler Method

Induction Method

Receiver Modes

Directional Peak

Explanation of the Directional Peak mode for locating.

Directional Null

Explanation of the Directional Null mode for locating.

Receiver Modes

Special Peak

How to use the Special Peak mode for deep or weak signals.

Inductive Peak (IndPk)

Details on using the Inductive Peak mode.

Expanded Mode

Depth and Current Estimate

Frequencies

Active

Instructions for locating active signals.

Power

How to locate passive power signals.

Frequencies

Passive

Instructions for locating passive signals.

Auxiliary

How to locate auxiliary signals.

Locating in Directional Peak Mode

Locating in Directional Peak Mode

Transmitter Setup for Trace Mode

Steps to set up the transmitter for tracing.

Receiver Setup for Directional Peak

How to configure the receiver for Directional Peak mode.

Locating in Directional Peak Mode

Adjusting Gain and Tracing

Guidance on adjusting gain and tracing the path.

Verifying Target Path

Methods to verify the located path and signal strength.

Locating Active Duct Probes (Sondes)

Determining ADP Depth

How to measure the depth of located Active Duct Probes.

Buried Sheath Faults And Earth/Return Faults

Transmitter Setup

How to set up the transmitter for fault locating.

Pinpointing the Buried Fault

Steps to locate and pinpoint buried sheath faults.

Buried Sheath Faults And Earth/Return Faults

Fault Verification and Identification

How to verify fault location and identify multiple faults.

3M™ Electronic Markers and 3M™ EMS ID Markers

E-Model Initial Configuration

Steps for initial configuration of E-Model locators.

Activating the Marker Locate Feature

How to enable the electronic marker locate feature.

Enabling/Disabling Marker Types

Locating 3M™ EMS Markers

Locating 3M™ EMS Markers

Single Marker Locate

Procedure for locating a single marker.

Dual Marker Locate

Procedure for locating two markers simultaneously.

Marker Depth Estimate

ID Marker Depth

How to estimate the depth of iD markers.

Depth of Passive, Non-iD Marker

Creating/Editing Templates for 3M™ EMS iD Markers

Creating New Templates

Steps to create new templates for programming iD markers.

Creating/Editing Templates for 3M™ EMS iD Markers

Populating Template Fields

How to fill in the fields of a template.

Editing Templates

Writing iD Markers

Modifying Marker Data to be Programmed

Reading iD Markers

GPS Operation

Activation Key

How to activate GPS compatibility by entering an activation key.

Serial Number and Software Version

Where to find unit serial and version information.

Inputting the GPS Activation Key

Steps to enter the GPS activation key.

Communicating with the GPS unit

Capturing the GPS Coordinates

Sending ID Data to GPS

Path Mapping with GPS

Create Trace Templates

Select Com Port Setting

Sending Path Information to GPS Device

Reviewing Marker History

Read History

How to view the history of read markers.

Write History [SK]

How to view the history of written marker data.

Other Applications

Aerial Faults (Toning)

Instructions for locating aerial faults using toning.

Cable Identification

Receiver Setup

Help Mode

3M™ Dynatel™ PC Tool Kit

Self Test Of Receiver

Product Description And Optional Accessories

Package Contents

Receiver Specifications

Receiver Specifications

Transmitter Specifications

Important Notice

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