48 | i5000™ MetroMark™ Manual
Doc. No.: R12015 Metrotech Copyright © 2008
7.1 Maintenance and Storage
Routine maintenance required for the equipment and accessories is to test and recharge or replace, if necessary,
the batteries. A continuous battery test is a standard feature, making it easy to check the condition of the batter-
ies at any time.
The i5000 receiver is designed for rugged outdoor use, but rough handling should be avoided. Keep the equip-
ment dry, clean, and free of grit. Store the i5000 (in a dry carrying case) in a cool, dry place. Do not expose to
excessive temperatures.
We recommend checking the receiver battery status before each use, preferably before leaving for the job site.
7.2 Periodic Measurement Testing Procedure
Metrotech recommends that i5000 owners designate a local “Verication Site” that can serve to validate individual
units and serve to indicate problems in the equipment.
The “Verication Site” should be easily accessible and can be as simple as the water pipe that runs along many
buildings. Using the transmitter in the direct mode, connect it to the pipe. Once the transmitter is turned on, lo-
cate the pipe and walk out to a spot that you can check for centerline and depth. Record the centerline and depth
measurements for future measurement verication.
Routine use of this “Verication Site” with each instrument can demonstrate potential problems such as centerline
variations, depth reading errors and signal strength uctuations.
Use of the “Verication Site” does not substitute for routine and periodic calibrations. But if used regularly, it can
point out to the operator any variations in readings that the unit typically has at the “Verication Site”.
7.3 Troubleshooting Guide
On occasion, the equipment may not operate as expected. Possible problematic scenarios may be as follows:
1. Null needle seems to be stuck in the centerline cross hairs.
In auto gain mode, readjust the signal gain sensitivity by pressing the 4-way navigation UP, recentering your
peak signal and readjusting gain. In manual gain mode, decrease signal gain sensitivity by pressing LEFT
on the4-way navigation button.
2. GPS enabled on the receiver, but no GPS signal.
Navigate to the Menu/Settings/Tools/GPS Status to determine if the GPS is receiving any satellite signals.
3. The Guidance Compass is not displayed on the operational display.
Navigate to Menu/Settings/Personalise to ensure the feature is activated. Select the desired features for
display on the operational interface.
4. The unit turns OFF automatically.
Check battery level. Recharge if necessary. If full battery, navigate to Menu/Settings/Tools/Initial Setup and
check if Auto-Off feature is ON.
5. The signal frequency setting seems to have disappeared.
Reset factory settings by navigating to Menu/Settings/Preset State. Select Yes to reset the unit to factory
settings.
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