Helpful Hints – Increases in signal strength and/or the size of the area it is occurring
from usually indicates some type of anomaly in the cabling. Things that could cause this
are valves (as described above), nicks, cuts, bad splices, or cut wires. Good condition
cable does not normally change the tone or strength, other than a very gradual loss of
reception over distance, but it is possible. Slack loops of extra wire left in the ground at
installation are an example of a condition that would cause an increase of signal and yet
have no problem.
Also, ground condition makes a huge difference in the performance of cable locators.
Basically a path is being created from the transmitter, through the cable, out through the
ground and back to the ground stake. Any mistake in any of these links will cause the
locator to not work properly. Be sure your ground stake is secure and in the dirt and that
the transmitter is connected to the cable you want to track.
In addition, the more conductive the soil, the better. As moisture is a good conductor, the
wetter the better. Dry sandy desert soil is not a good transmitter of signal and you will
experience better results in moist soil. If you are in the desert, a little water at the ground
stake may help.
The best way to really learn the Pro700 is to use it. Set up a test site at your home or
office and get used to how it works. There is no substitute for experience in the art of
locating. Good luck!
For more information on how to set up and operate the Pro700, either click the YouTube
link or scan our QR code below. For more Armada troubleshooting videos, visit our
YouTube channel: ArmadaTech (one word).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CS2VJQG2c-I
Warranty – Armada Technologies warranties all products for 12 months from manufacturing
defects from the date of retail purchase. Armada Technologies will repair or replace any
component that is returned to Armada Technologies within 12 months of purchase and does
not exhibit signs of abuse or misuse. It is Armada Technologies sole discretion to determine
this condition. Armada Technologies also reserves the right to require a proof of purchase in
order to determine date and validity of purchase.
Armada Technologies Equipment Inc.
3596 76
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St. SE
Caledonia, MI 49316 USA
+1 616-803-1080
www.armadatech.com
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