Radiodetection rd7000+ User Manual

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Section 11 - Bluetooth wireless connections
RD7000+ locators feature a Bluetooth wireless module,
as standard, providing the ability to connect to
compatible devices such as handheld devices running a
compatible application.
NOTE: The RD7000+ marker locator wireless features
may be subject to national and or local regulations.
Please consult your local authorities for more
information.
WARNING! Do not attempt any wireless connection in
areas where such technology is considered hazardous.
This may include: petrochemical facilities, medical facilities
or around navigation equipment.
11.1 Switching Bluetooth On
By default RD7000+ marker locators and Bluetooth
enabled transmitters are shipped with the Bluetooth
wireless connection module disabled.
To switch Bluetooth On:
1 Press the key to enter the menu
2 Scroll to the BT menu using the or keys
3 Press the key (locator) or the key
(transmitter) to enter the BT menu
4 Scroll up or down to the ON option
5 Press the key to switch Bluetooth ON and return
to the previous menu
11.2 Switching Bluetooth off
You can switch Bluetooth off to prolong battery life or
comply with regulations in areas where wireless
communications are considered hazardous.
To switch Bluetooth off:
1 Press the key to enter the menu
2 Scroll to the BT menu using the or keys
3 Press the key (locator) or the key
(transmitter) to enter the BT menu
4 Scroll up or down to the OFF option
5 Press the key to switch Bluetooth off and return
to the previous menu
11.3 Pairing to a PDA
11.3.1 Connection requirements
 Any RD7000+ locator
 A compatible Bluetooth enabled PDA
11.3.2 Pairing
Pair the RD7000+ locator to your PDA using your PDA’s
Bluetooth software.
NOTE: The procedure for pairing your PDA may differ
depending on the PDA make and model. The following
procedure should apply to most PDAs.
On the locator:
1 Press the key to enter the menu
2 Scroll to the BT menu using the or keys
3 Press the key to enter the BT menu
4 Scroll up or down to the PAIR menu
5 Press the key to enter the PAIR menu
6 Scroll up or down to the BT-PC option
7 Press the key and the locator will attempt to pair
with your PDA
On your PDA:
8 From the PDA’s Start menu, select Settings then
select the Connections Tab followed by the
Bluetooth icon
9 Ensure the Bluetooth radio is switched on and make
the PDA visible to other devices
10 Select the Devices tab and scan for new
partnerships
11 Create a partnership with the RD7M_xxx device
12 If asked for a passkey, enter 1234
Select the COM Ports tab and make a New Outgoing
Port with the RD7000+ locator. Note the port number of
the selected COM port
11.4 Troubleshooting
Successful wireless communication depends on a
number of factors including: battery life, electromagnetic
interference, device memory and physical obstructions.
Ensure that the RD7000+ locator and any other wireless
device is sufficiently charged for wireless

Radiodetection rd7000+ Specifications

General

Brand	Radiodetection
Model	rd7000+
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English