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RD4000
Locat
ing System User M
anual
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Table of Contents
Default Chapter
3
Table of Contents
3
Fcc, Canadian, and European Safety Notices
6
Receiver Usa
6
Canada
6
Europe
6
Transmitter (Rd4000T3, Rd4000T3F and Rd4000T10)
6
Europe
7
Warnings, Cautions and Notes
7
Contact Information
7
Patent Information
7
System Introduction
9
About this Manual
9
System Overview
9
Receivers
9
Transmitters
10
Rd4000T3
10
Rd4000T10
11
Accessories
11
Auto Backlight
11
Web Enabling Features
12
PC Requirements
12
How to Use the Web Enabling Features
13
Data Logging
13
Display and Function Keys
14
RD4000 Receiver
14
Rd4000T3 and Rd4000T3F Transmitters
16
Rd4000T10 Transmitter
17
Rd4000 Receiver
19
Internal Alkaline Batteries
19
Fitting and Replacing Alkaline Batteries
19
Rechargeable Battery Pack
19
Fitting the Rechargeable Pack
19
Charging Rechargeable Batteries
20
Battery Low Level Warning
21
Rd4000T3, Rd4000T3F and Rd4000T10 Transmitters
22
Power Supply
22
Internal Alkaline Batteries
22
Rechargeable Battery Pack (Optional)
22
External 12 Volt Battery Supply
22
Mains Operated Battery Charger/Eliminator
22
Battery Low Level Warning
22
Fitting and Replacing Transmitter Batteries
23
Alkaline Batteries
23
Fitting the Rechargeable Battery Pack
24
Charging Rechargeable Batteries
24
Charging Options
24
Rd4000Rx Receiver Operation
25
Switching On/Off
25
Checking Battery Level
25
Menu
25
Selecting a Frequency
26
Bandwidth
26
Selecting Peak Mode
26
Selecting Null Mode
27
Locating the Cable/Pipe
27
Trace
27
Pinpoint
27
Sweep and Search
29
Passive Sweep
29
Sweep and Search (Inductive Search)
29
Taking Depth Readings
30
Verifying a Depth Measurement
31
Rough Depth Calibration Check
32
Taking Current Readings
33
Using Current Measurement to Aid Identification
33
The Principle of Current Measurement
33
Applying the Transmitter Signal
34
Measuring Current
34
Current Direction (CD)
34
Understanding CD
34
Using Current Direction (CD) to Aid Identification
35
Using CD
36
CD Reset
36
Using a CD Clamp or Stethoscope
37
Data Logging
37
Faultfinding
38
Using the A-Frame to Locate Cable Sheath Faults (Faultfinding)
38
Preparation
38
Connecting the Transmitter
38
Using the VΩ Function to Confirm a Fault (RD4000T10 Transmitter Only)
38
Obtaining a Reference Reading
39
Setting FF on the Transmitter (RD4000T3F)
39
Setting FF on the Transmitter (RD4000T10)
39
Connecting the A-Frame to the Receiver
40
Finding a Fault
41
Rd4000Mrx OPTION
43
Selecting EMS Mode
43
Changing EMS Marker Type
43
Locating EMS Markers
43
Dual Mode Locating
43
Single Mode Locating
44
Rd4000 Receiver Information Codes
45
Rd4000T3, Rd4000T3F, and Rd4000T10 Transmitter Operation
46
Applying the Transmitter Signal
46
Selecting the Correct Frequency
46
Transmitter Connection Methods
46
Direct Connection
46
Connecting the Leads
47
Adjusting the Signal Current Level
47
Confirming a Good Connection
47
Transmitter Clamps
47
Connecting a Transmitter Clamp
48
Plug Connector
48
Live Cable Connector
48
Induction
48
Positioning the Transmitter
48
Induction Tips
48
Rd4000T3 and Rd4000T3F Operation
49
Switching the Transmitter On/Off
49
Selecting a Frequency (Direct Connection)
49
Selecting Induction
49
Selecting a Power Output Level/Induction Level
49
FF Mode (RD4000T3F Only)
50
Rd4000T10 Operation
50
Switching the Transmitter On/Off
50
Checking Battery Level
50
Selecting a Frequency in Locate Mode
50
Selecting a Power Output Level
51
Number of Segments
51
Selecting Induction
51
Using the Vω Function
51
Selecting Ff Mode
51
Selecting High Voltages (above SELV-Safety Extra-Low Voltage)
52
Using the Web-Enabling Features
52
Transmitter Error Codes
52
Accessories
54
Receiver Accessories
54
Summer Headphones and Winter Headphones
54
Clamps
54
When to Use Clamps
54
Connecting the Clamp
54
Types and Range of Receiver Clamps
55
Standard Clamp
55
Small Clamp
55
Current Direction (CD) and Current Measurement (CM) Clamp
55
Sondes
55
When to Use a Sonde
55
Choosing a Suitable Sonde
55
Preparation
56
Propelling a Sonde
56
Locating and Tracing a Sonde
56
Checking the Depth of a Sonde
57
Types and Range of Sondes
57
Standard Sonde
57
Super Small Sonde
58
Sewer Sonde
58
Super Sonde
58
Flexitrace
58
Stethoscopes
59
When to Use a Stethoscope
59
How to Use a Stethoscope
59
Types of Stethoscope
59
Large Stethoscope Antenna
59
Small Stethoscope Antenna
59
Miniature Hi-Gain Stethoscope
59
CD Stethoscope
59
Submersible Double Depth Antenna
60
Tips for Using the Submersible Double Depth Antenna
60
Transmitter Accessories
61
Clamps
61
Connecting the Clamp
61
Types and Range of Transmitter Clamps
62
Standard Signal Clamp
62
Small Signal Clamp
62
Current Direction (CD) and Current Measurement (CM) Clamp
62
Plug Connector
62
When to Use a Plug Connector
63
Live Cable Connector
63
Authorisation
63
When to Use a Live Cable Connector
63
Introduction to the Live Cable Connector
63
How to Use a Live Cable Connector
63
Positive Cable Tracing and Identification in a Domestic House
63
Street-Light Cable Tracing
64
Locating Tips
64
Eliminating Services
64
Unwanted Signal Coupling
65
Manhole Cover as Ground
65
Using Lighting Columns
65
Finding a Good Ground Point
66
Double Ended Connections
66
Making a Double Ended Connection
66
Technical Specifications
67
Output Level
70
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Brand
Radiodetection
Model
RD4000T3F
Category
Measuring Instruments
Language
English
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