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Before you begin
IMPORTANT! Please read this section before you attempt to operate the RD8000!
Starting the system
The receiver and transmitter are battery powered. Install good quality D-cell NiMH or
Alkaline batteries into the receiver and transmitter battery compartments. Alternatively,
you can power the transmitter from a mains or vehicle power source using a
Radiodetection supplied adapter.
To switch the receiver or the transmitter on, press and hold the key for two seconds.
NOTE: Once the system is switched on, pressing the key momentarily will
activate the receiver or transmitter menu.
Shutting down
To switch the receiver or the transmitter off, press and hold the key for two seconds.
System setup
It is important that you set up the system according to your personal preferences and
operating requirements before you conduct your rst survey. You can set the system up
using the RD8000 menu as described below.
Before changing settings, ensure the receiver or transmitter is switched on by pressing
the keypad
key for two seconds.
Power / mains frequency
Select the correct frequency (50 or 60Hz) for your country or region’s national power
supply. To change power frequency on the transmitter and the receiver:
Press the key momentarily to enter
the menu.
Scroll to the POWER option using the arrow keys.
Press the key to enter the POWER submenu.
Scroll up or down using the
or
arrows to select the correct frequency.
Press the key to accept your selection and return to the main menu.
Press the key to return to the main operation screen.
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