Rd2000 Locator Features; Rd2000 Lcd Features; Power And Radio Mode Location; T1 - 1W Transmitter - Radiodetection RD2000+ Guia Del Usuario

RD2000+, RD2000S, RD2000CPS and T1 User Guide

RD2000 Locator features

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On/Off Trigger
Press and hold to use
RD2000
2 Sensitivity Control
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Loudspeaker
Detachable speaker
4 LCD Meter
Liquid Crystal Display meter
with automatic depth readout
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Battery compartment
To replace batteries, open
the access cover using a
screwdriver or coin. Use
two LR20 or D type alkaline
batteries (or equivalent NiMH
rechargeable batteries)
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Function Switch

RD2000 LCD features

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Battery Indicator
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Mode
is selected using the function
switch (if it is indicated)
L = Active line mode,
R = Radio, P = Power,
C = CPS (optional),
S= Sonde (optional)
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Depth
4 Signal strength
as indicated by the bar graph
5 Frequency selection button
(this button is not used in the
RD2000S product)
Depth Measurement
The RD2000 will measure the depth and be automatically displayed in Active
Line, Sonde and CPS modes.
Method: Locate the utility as described. Hold the RD2000 still and vertically
centred above the detected line.
Note: A depth measurement will not be displayed where the environmental
conditions are poor (e.g. weak signal or interference).
The measurement is to the centre of the pipe/conductor or to the centre of
the Sonde which may rest at the bottom of the pipe.
The measurement accuracy is +/- 5% or better under standard earth
conditions. when digging for cables after location, it is imperative that due
care is taken commensurate with the danger of personal injury and damage
to infrastructure. It is recommended that depth measurement is repeatedly
made during a dig.
All modes on the RD2000S/CPS are initiated by the trigger - if the
batteries are in good condition you will hear an initial "chirp" sound.
Poor battery condition is indicated by a fl ashing battery icon and a
lower pitch chirp.

Power and Radio mode location

Note: After completion of power mode sweep we recommend that you
repeat the procedure with radio mode selected (the procedure is the same).
Power Mode
For detection of power signals radiated by loaded cables. These are often
found "re-radiated" by other nearby conductors. Select "Power" using the
function switch. Rotate the sensitivity control fully clockwise for maximum
sensitivity but reduce if there is a blanket signal across the site. Defi ne the
area to be excavated and carry out a grid pattern sweep.
Sweep holding the RD2000 upright at your side. Continue the sweep
beyond the perimeter of the area to be excavated. The presence of a
buried conducting pipe or cable will be indicated by a tone emitted from the
loudspeaker and the display on the bar graph.
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Keep the blade of the RD2000 vertical
and move slowly backwards and
forwards over the conductor, reducing
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the sensitivity for a narrower response.
With the RD2000 use the meter
defl ection to aid pinpointing. Maximum
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meter defl ection and audible volume
from the speaker will indicate the
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position of the conductor
When directly over the conductor and
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with the sensitivity level set for a narrow
response, rotate the RD2000 on its axis
until the signal minimum is found. The
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blade is now in line with the conductor.
Trace the conductor out of the area, marking the position as required with
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chalk or paint.
Radio Mode
For detection of radio signals originating from the distant radio transmitters.
These penetrate the ground and are re-radiated by buried conductors.
However, they are not always present.
CPS Mode (RD2000CPS only)
The RD2000 has an optional CPS mode enabled instead of the Sonde mode.
CPS is a confi guration that provides an Active Line Locate using either 100
or 120Hz. CPS mode is used for the detection of pipes with a cathodic
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protection current.
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To enable CPS mode, turn the RD2000CPS switch position until "C" is
displayed on position 2 on the LCD display.
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T1 - 1W Transmitter

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The T1 is a general purpose, 1 Watt, transmitter providing up to three locate
frequencies and two power levels. It is the perfect companion to the RD2000
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range of cable and pipe locators.
Transmitter features
1 On/Off
First press turns the Transmitter
on and selects the low frequency
- 640Hz or 512Hz depending
on product specifi ed (not an
induction mode). Second press
selects 8192Hz. Third press
selects 32768Hz. Fourth press
turns the Transmitter off. LEDs
indicate which frequency has
been selected.
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Power Select
Selects either high or low power
level. LEDs indicate which power
level has been selected.
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Connection Socket
Accepts connection cable
or optional accessories such
as Signal Clamp, Live Cable
Connector or Live Plug
Connector. When connected,
the induction mode is disabled.
A loudspeaker emits a
pulsing tone to indicate an
a good battery level and a
satisfactory direct connection.
4 Batteries Access Panel
No tone indicates that all
batteries require replacing.
Unscrew fastener and replace
4 x LR20 (D cells). Observe
correct battery polarity as
indicated on the main label.
5 Arrows
For signal induction, arrows
on the main label indicate the
required Transmitter alignment
above either the pipe or cable.
Note: Turn off the T1 and remove any connection cables before
changing batteries.
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