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Radiodetection T631 TDR User Manual

Radiodetection T631 TDR
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T631 TDR
High Specification Coaxial
Cable Fault Locator
Operating Manual
Issue 6
Refer to Preface and Safety Instructions before operating
Radiodetection Ltd.
Western Drive
Bristol
BS14 0AF
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0) 117 976 7776
Fax: +44 (0) 117 976 7775
E-mail: sales.uk@radiodetection.spx.com
00901209-6
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Radiodetection T631 TDR Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelT631
Accuracy±1%
Resolution0.1 m
DisplayLCD
Operating Temperature-10°C to +50°C
Storage Temperature-20°C to +60°C

Summary

Preface & Safety

Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 Section 6.1 (C)

Product tested and supplied according to specifications, safe when used as prescribed.

Safety Precautions

Warnings regarding live cables, battery types, charging temperature, and AC adaptor use.

Batteries

Details about rechargeable NiCad cells, charging duration, and initial charge cycles.

Introduction

Sample Traces

Illustrates reflected pulses for open circuit/high impedance and short circuit/low impedance faults.

Power Source

Describes the unit's power options: internal batteries or external DC source.

Main Features

Highlights key functionalities and shows an image of the T631 front panel.

Front Panel

Controls

Detailed explanation of the unit's buttons and controls for operation and settings.

Connectors

Describes the BNC input/output, 9-way D connector, and DC power jack.

Charge Indicator

Indicates when the internal battery is being charged.

Power Sources

Internal Battery

Information on recharging, maximizing battery life, and cell replacement.

External DC

Details on using an external 12-20 V DC power source and its connection.

Memory Back Up Battery

Information on the lithium manganese cell for memory backup and its replacement.

Display

Operating Modes

Operating Instructions

General

Precautions for operating the unit, including cable status and RF signals.

Switch-On

Procedure for powering on the unit and adjusting the display contrast.

Programming from the Help Menu

Guide to re-programming distance units, dielectric parameters, impedance, and pulse selection.

Setting Dielectric (PVF)

Instructions for setting the velocity factor for the cable dielectric.

Dielectric Constant (Permittivity) Known

Method to determine PVF using dielectric constant if unknown.

Short Length of Same Type of Cable

Procedure to determine PVF by measuring a known length of the same cable type.

Connecting to Cable Under Test

Steps for connecting the cable to the TDR unit and initial considerations.

Locating a Cable Fault

How to set parameters and adjust gain to observe and locate cable faults.

Use of the Left Hand Cursor

Instructions for using the left hand cursor to eliminate test lead length or measure between features.

Eliminating the Length of the Test Lead

Method to remove the test lead length from distance measurements using the LH cursor.

Measuring Between Two Features

How to use cursors to measure the distance between two points on the trace.

Resetting the LH Cursor

How to reset the left hand cursor to zero for normal measurements.

Find Fault - Ensure Range Setting is Full and Not Expanded (ZOOM)

Using the auto "Find Fault" function to locate significant cable features.

Return Loss (dBRL) Measurements

Explains how to measure and interpret Return Loss for impedance mismatches.

Measurement of Pulse Attenuation

Procedure to determine pulse attenuation for accurate true return loss calculation.

Filter

How to use the low-pass filter to reduce noise, especially on high gain settings.

Use of the Memory

Storing a Trace

Steps to save a live trace and associated machine settings into memory.

Recalling a Stored Trace

Procedure to retrieve and display a trace previously stored in memory.

Comparing a Live and Stored Trace

How to display live and stored traces simultaneously for comparison.

Difference Between a Live and Stored Trace

How to display the difference between a live trace and a stored trace.

Help Menu

Accessing the help menu within memory mode, noting disabled parameter keys.

RS232 - Printing and PC Interface

Printing

Instructions for connecting a printer and transferring data from the unit.

Printer Set-up Seiko DPU 411-21B

Details on setting the DIP switches on a specific printer model for interface.

PC Transfer

Information on using PC software for data transfer and database management.

Error Messages

Specification

Vertical Deflection: Sensitivity

Details on gain settings and corresponding signal levels for full scale deflection.

Auto Mode Pulse Selection

Table showing default and available pulse widths for different ranges in auto mode.

Product Safety Data

Quality

States the company's BS EN ISO 9001 registration.

Power Supply

Details on internal batteries, external DC source, and AC adaptor power options.

Routine Servicing

Recommendation for returning the instrument for service and calibration every two years.

Composition/Toxic Hazards

Information on potential hazards from components like NiCad batteries and electrolytic capacitors.

Transport and Handling

Guidelines for safely transporting and handling the instrument, including packaging.

Storage

Recommendations for storing the instrument in a dry environment and battery charging intervals.

Disposal

Precautions for disposing of the equipment and packaging materials according to local legislation.

Safe Use

Information on safe operation by trained personnel and working environment considerations.

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