Leica Geosystems 6011142, 6011141, 818699, 6011143, 818698 User manual

Version 1.0.1
English

Leica Ultra

User Manual

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Introduction

Purchase Congratulations on your purchase of a Ultra instrument.

This manual contains important safety directions as well as instructions for setting up the
product and operating it. Refer to "1 Safety Directions" for further information.
Read carefully through the User Manual before you switch on the product.

Product identification The type and the serial number of your product are indicated on the type plate.

Always refer to this information when you need to contact your agency or Leica Geosystems
authorised service workshop.

Trademarks •

Bluetooth

All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.

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Symbols The symbols used in this manual have the following meanings:

Type Description

Danger Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will

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Warning Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended use which, if

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Caution Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended use which, if

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Validity of this manual This manual applies to all Ultra instruments, which are the Ultra and Ultra Advanced locators,

the Ultra 5 Watt, Ultra 12 Watt and Ultra 12 Watt advanced transmitters and accessories.
Differences between the various instruments and models are marked and described.

result in death or serious injury.

not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

Important paragraphs which must be adhered to in practice as they enable
the product to be used in a technically correct and efficient manner.

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Table of Contents

In this manual 1Safety Directions 8

1.1 General Introduction 8

1.2 Intended Use 9

1.3 Limits of Use 10

1.4 Responsibilities 10

1.5 Hazards of Use 11

1.6 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC 16

1.7 FCC Statement, Applicable in U.S. 18

1.8 ICES-003 Statement, Applicable in Canada 20

2 General Information 21

2.1 How to Use this Manual 21

2.2 General Information 22

3 How to Use the Locator 23

3.1 Locator Overview 23

3.2 Locator Menu 29

3.3 Select Location Mode 31

3.4 Select Frequency 33

3.5 Select Antenna Configuration 35

3.6 Adjust Locator Gain 36

3.7 Locate Passive Signal 37

3.7.1 Setup 37

3.7.2 Technique 37

3.7.3 Special Situations 40

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4 How to Use the Transmitter 41

4.1 Transmitter Overview 41

4.2 Transmitter Menu 46

4.3 Select Frequency 48

4.4 Induction 49

4.5 Direct Connectios 50

4.6 High Power Output 51

4.7 Signal Clamp 52

4.8 Connect with Live Power Adapte 53

5 Locate Active Signals 54

5.1 Setup 54

5.2 Technique 55

5.3 Mark the Cable 58

5.4 Special Situations 59

5.5 Direction Enable 60

6Ultra Advanced - Features 62

6.1 Measure Ambient Interference 62

6.2 Link Locator to Transmitter 64

6.3 Offset Depth 65

7 Locator Receiver Clamp 67

7.1 General Information 67

7.2 Locator Buttons Used with Clamp 67

7.3 Locate with Locator Clamp 68

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8 Locator with Stethoscope 69

8.1 General Information 69

8.2 Locator Buttons Used with Stethoscope 69

8.3 Locate with Stethoscope 70

9 Locate Sonde Signal 72

9.1 General Information 72

9.2 Setup 72

9.3 Technique 73

10 Electronic Marker Location (EML) Accessory 77

10.1 General Information 77

10.2 Locator Buttons Used with EML Accessory 77

10.3 Locator Display 78

10.4 Setup 81

10.5 Technique 84

11 Fault Finder on Ultra Advanced 86

11.1 General Information 86

11.2 Locator 88

11.3 Transmitter 92

11.4 Locate Faults 95

12 GPS Capability on Ultra Advanced 97

12.1 General Information 97

12.2 Locator Buttons Used with GPS 97

12.3 Locator Display 98

12.4 Locate Using GPS 100

12.4.1 External Logging - Mapping Grade GPS 100

12.4.2 Internal Logging - Document Grade GPS 102

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13 Care and Transport 106

13.1 Transport 106

13.2 Storage 106

13.3 Cleaning and Drying 107

14 Technical Data 108

14.1 Conformity to National Regulations 108

14.2 Locator Technical Data 109

14.3 Transmitter Technical Data 112

14.4 System Operation Technical Data 114

14.5 Fault Finder Technical Data 115

14.6 EML Accessory Technical Data 117

14.7 Live Power Adapter Accessory Technical Data 119

14.8 Clamps 120

14.9 Sondes 122

14.10 Stethoscope 125

15 International Limited Warranty 127

Appendix A World Frequency Zones 128

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1Safety Directions

1.1 General Introduction

Description The following directions enable the person responsible for the product, and the person who

actually uses the equipment, to anticipate and avoid operational hazards.

The person responsible for the product must ensure that all users understand these direc­tions and adhere to them.

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1.2 Intended Use

Permitted use The products are intended to be used for the following applications:

• Detection and localization of underground services: cables and metallic pipes.

• Locator: Detection and localisation of utilities with the use of approved accessories.

• Locator: Estimation of the depth of an underground service, or accessory

• Locator with Bluetooth: Data communication with external appliances.

Adverse use • Use of the product without instruction.

• Use outside of the intended use and limits.

• Disabling safety systems.

• Removal of hazard notices.

• Opening the product using tools, for example screwdriver, unless this is specifically
permitted for certain functions.

• Modification or conversion of the product.

• Use after misappropriation.

• Use of products with recognizable damages or defects.

• Use with accessories from other manufacturers without the prior explicit approval of
Leica Geosystems.

• Inadequate safeguards at the surveying site.

Danger Adverse use can lead to injury, malfunction and damage. It is the task of the person respon-

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sible for the equipment to inform the user about hazards and how to counteract them. The
product is not to be operated until the user has been instructed on how to work with it.

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1.3 Limits of Use

Environment Suitable for use in an atmosphere appropriate for permanent human habitation: not suitable

for use in aggressive or explosive environments.

Danger Local safety authorities and safety experts must be contacted before working in hazardous

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areas, or in close proximity to electrical installations or similar situations by the person
responsible for the product.

1.4 Responsibilities

Manufacturer of the
product

Person responsible for
the product

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Leica Geosystems AG, CH-9435 Heerbrugg, hereinafter referred to as Leica Geosystems, is
responsible for supplying the product, including the user manual and original accessories, in
a completely safe condition.

The person responsible for the product has the following duties:

• To understand the safety instructions on the product and the instructions in the user
manual.

• To ensure that it is used in accordance with the instructions.

• To be familiar with local regulations relating to safety and accident prevention.

• To inform Leica Geosystems immediately if the product and the application becomes
unsafe.

• To ensure that the national laws, regulations and conditions for the operation of e.g.
radio transmitters, lasers are respected.

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1.5 Hazards of Use

Caution Watch out for erroneous measurement results if the product has been dropped or has been

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Danger Because of the risk of electrocution, it is very dangerous to use the product in the vicinity

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Danger Working on or near live electrical utilities may cause you to receive an electric shock or result

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misused, modified, stored for long periods or transported.

Precautions:

Periodically carry out test measurements and perform tests indicated in the user manual,
particularly after the product has been subjected to abnormal use and before and after
important measurements.

of electrical installations such as power cables or electrical railways.

Precautions:

Keep at a safe distance from electrical installations. If it is essential to work in this environ­ment, first contact the safety authorities responsible for the electrical installations and
follow their instructions.

in equipment damage.

Precautions:

• Do not operate equipment unless you are properly qualified and familiar with its use.

• Do not exceed equipment’s recommended ratings and instructions of use.

• Inspect equipment’s cables and accessories for damage, do not use if faulty.

• Do not work on electrically live power utilities unless you are properly qualified.

• Use personal protective equipment rated for the utilities voltage and current.

• Familiarise yourself with National and Work regulations governing safety and accident
prevention.

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Warning During dynamic applications, for example stakeout procedures there is a danger of accidents

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Caution The absence of a positive indication does not guarantee the non-existence of a service.

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Warning The depth reading might not reflect the real depth if your locator picks up the signal induced

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Danger The locator will fail to detect electrical services in Power mode if an incorrect power setting

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occurring if the user does not pay attention to the environmental conditions around, for
example obstacles, excavations or traffic.

Precautions:

The person responsible for the product must make all users fully aware of the existing
dangers.

Services without a detectable signal may be present.
The locators can only locate non-metallic services such as plastic pipes, typically used by the
water and gas utilities, with the use of appropriate accessories.

Precautions:

Always excavate with care.

Only with a locator with depth:

into the service by the transmitter. This signal is radiated from the centre of the service.
This is even more important when the signal is produced by a sonde, lying in a large diameter
conduit!

Precautions:

Always compensate depth reading for service size.

is used.

Precautions:

Before use, verify the locator is setup to be compatible with mains frequency supply in your
country. Options are 50 or 60 Hz. Refer to "Appendix A World Frequency Zones" (User
Manual) for more information.
Contact your agency or Leica Geosystems authorised service workshop if your unit is incor­rectly configured for your region.

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Only with transmitter:

Danger A hazardous signal may be present on the connection plug of the signal clamp when clipped

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Danger Connecting the cable set to a live service can result in receiving an electric shock.

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Danger Connecting live power adapter to a live service can result in an electric shock.

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Danger When using a signal clamp, a hazardous signal may be present on the service causing

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Warning Inadequate securing of the working site can lead to dangerous situations, for example in

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Warning The transmitter is capable of outputting potentially lethal voltages.

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over a live service.

Precautions:

Connect the clamp to the transmitter before clamping around a live service.

Precautions:

Never connect the cable set directly to an electrical live service.

Precautions:

Do not operate equipment unless you are properly qualified to work on live power conductors.

personal harm.

Precautions:

Do not use on electrical services which have impaired, or no insulation. If in doubt do not use.

traffic, on building sites, and at industrial installations.

Precautions:

Always ensure that the working site is adequately secured. Adhere to the regulations
governing safety and accident prevention and road traffic.

Precautions:

Take care when handling exposed or non-insulated connections including the connection
cables sets, the earth pin and the connection to the service.
Notify others who may be working on or around the service.

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Warning The transmitter is capable of outputting potentially lethal voltages.

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Warning Risk of electric shock when removing the transmitter's battery pack.

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Caution The transmitter's battery pack may get hot after prolonged use.

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Warning If the product is improperly disposed of, the following can happen:

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Precautions:

Take care when using the maximum power output level.

Precautions:

Before removing the battery pack switch the transmitter off and remove any cable set or
accessories from the connection socket.

Precautions:

Allow the battery pack to cool down before removing.

• If polymer parts are burnt, poisonous gases are produced which may impair health.

• If batteries are damaged or are heated strongly, they can explode and cause poisoning,
burning, corrosion or environmental contamination.

• By disposing of the product irresponsibly you may enable unauthorised persons to use it
in contravention of the regulations, exposing themselves and third parties to the risk of
severe injury and rendering the environment liable to contamination.

• Improper disposal of silicone oil may cause environmental contamination.

Precautions:

The product must not be disposed with household waste. Dispose of the
product appropriately in accordance with the national regulations in force in
your country. Always prevent access to the product by unauthorised personnel.

Product specific treatment and waste management information can be downloaded from
the Leica Geosystems home page

received from your Leica Geosystems distributor.

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Caution During the transport, shipping or disposal of batteries it is possible for inappropriate

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Warning High mechanical stress, high ambient temperatures or immersion into fluids can cause

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Warning If battery terminals come in contact with jewellery, keys, metallised paper or other metals,

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Warning Only Leica Geosystems authorised service workshops are entitled to repair these products.

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mechanical influences to constitute a fire hazard.

Precautions:

Before shipping the product or disposing of it, remove the batteries.
When transporting or shipping batteries, the person responsible for the product must
ensure that the applicable national and international rules and regulations are observed.
Before transportation or shipping contact your local passenger or freight transport
company.

leakage, fire or explosions of the batteries.

Precautions:

Protect the batteries from mechanical influences and high ambient temperatures. Do not
drop or immerse batteries into fluids.

short circuited battery terminals can overheat and cause injury or fire, for example by storing
or transporting in pockets.

Precautions:

Make sure that the battery terminals do not come into contact with metallic objects.

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1.6 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC

Description The term Electromagnetic Compatibility is taken to mean the capability of the product to

function smoothly in an environment where electromagnetic radiation and electrostatic
discharges are present, and without causing electromagnetic disturbances to other equip­ment.

Warning Electromagnetic radiation can cause disturbances in other equipment.

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Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards which are in force in this
respect, Leica Geosystems cannot completely exclude the possibility that other equipment
may be disturbed.

Caution There is a risk that disturbances may be caused in other equipment if the product is used in

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Caution Disturbances caused by electromagnetic radiation can result in erroneous measurements.

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conjunction with accessories from other manufacturers, for example field computers,
personal computers, two-way radios, non-standard cables or external batteries.

Precautions:

Use only the equipment and accessories recommended by Leica Geosystems. When
combined with the product, they meet the strict requirements stipulated by the guidelines
and standards. When using computers or other electronic equipment, pay attention to the
information about electromagnetic compatibility provided by the manufacturer.

Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards which are in force in this
respect, Leica Geosystems cannot completely exclude the possibility that the product may
be disturbed by very intense electromagnetic radiation, for example, near radio transmitters,
two-way radios or diesel generators.

Precautions:

Check the plausibility of results obtained under these conditions.

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Warning If the product is operated with connecting cables attached at only one of their two ends,

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Warning Electromagnetic fields can cause disturbances in other equipment, in installations, in medical

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for example external supply cables, interface cables, the permitted level of electromagnetic
radiation may be exceeded and the correct functioning of other products may be impaired.

Precautions:

While the product is in use, connecting cables, for example product to external battery,
product to computer, must be connected at both ends.

devices, for example pacemakers or hearing aids and in aircraft. It can also affect humans
and animals.

Precautions:

Although the product meets in combination with radio or digital cellular phone devices
recommended by Leica Geosystems the strict regulations and standards which are in force
in this respect, Leica Geosystems cannot completely exclude the possibility that other equip­ment may be disturbed or that humans or animals may be affected.

• Do not operate the product with radio or digital cellular phone devices in the vicinity of
filling stations or chemical installations, or in other areas where an explosion hazard
exists.

• Do not operate the product with radio or digital cellular phone devices near to medical
equipment.

• Do not operate the product with radio or digital cellular phone devices in aircraft.

• Do not operate the product with radio or digital cellular phone devices for long periods
with it immediately next to your body.

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1.7 FCC Statement, Applicable in U.S.

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The greyed paragraph below is only applicable for products without radio.

Warning

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Warning Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Leica Geosystems for compliance could

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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a partic­ular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the locator.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the locator
is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

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Labelling locator

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Labelling transmitter

1.8 ICES-003 Statement, Applicable in Canada

Warning This Class (B) digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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Cet appareil numérique de la classe (B) est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

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2 General Information

2.1 How to Use this Manual

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It is recommended to set up the product while reading through this manual.

Naming convention Ultra and Ultra Advanced are hereinafter referred to as locator.

Differences between the models are marked and described.

Ultra 5 Watt, Ultra 12 Watt and Ultra 12 Watt Advanced Transmitters are hereinafter
referred to as transmitter.

Sonde is also known as beacon.

Instrument label On the locator and transmitter you will find a label that shows some important information

by means of illustrations. You will find some of these illustrations in this manual, too. This
helps to get a clear connection between the instrument label and the information in this
manual.

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2.2 General Information

Description Locators are used to detect buried conductive services emitting an electromagnetic signal

which is generated by a current passing through the service.

Transmitters are used to apply a distinct signal to conductive services, which may not
radiate electromagnetic signals or may need to be traced for a specific purpose.
The transmitter is required to make a depth or current measurement.

The locators and transmitters described within this manual will greatly increase the detec­tion process and help to reduce the dangers and costs associated with service strikes. But
the very nature of electromagnetic location is dependent on the services being conductive
(metallic) and radiating a signal as current flows through them.

It is important to remember that a locator on its own will not detect all services. Take care
when excavating. It is generally accepted that a safe system of work should be adopted
which would include planning the work in advance, the use of utility maps, the use of loca­tors and transmitters, and the use of safe digging practices.

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3 How to Use the Locator

a

b

3.1 Locator Overview

Locator

a) Accessory Port

This port is intended to be used with only Leica Geosystems approved accessories such as the
fault finding probe.

b) Mini-USB Port

This port is intended to be used for connecting to a PC to update software and change the
user configuration of the locator using the PC software.

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Display panel overview

c

b

b

a

a

f

d

e

g

a) Signal strength
b) Gain
c) Peak signal
d) Estimated depth
e) Current meter
f) Compass
g) Status bar

Status bar icons

Type Icon Description

Battery Battery level

Battery exhausted, locator will shut off

Direction Direction enable, feature active

Volume Volume level

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Type Icon Description

Transmitter No communication from transmitter

Frequency not available from transmitter

Mode Transmitter

Sonde

Radio

Power

Fault Find*

Electronic Marker Location (EML)*

Locator clamp*

Stethoscope*

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Type Icon Description

Antenna Twin peak

Null

Single peak

Total field

Frequency setting Selected frequency setting

* Shown when accessory is connected

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Locator keypad

Keypad buttons perform several functions depending on operating mode.
To activate most functions, press and release the button.
For other functions, press and hold the button until the function activates.

Locator keypad
buttons

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Power ON/OFF,
press and hold

Volume
Exit menu

Location mode Down Frequency

Back Select / Next

Depth,
press and hold

Up Antenna configuration

Menu
press and hold

Set or reset direction enable
press and hold

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Changing the battery

Use 2 D-cell alkaline batteries in locator.

1. Remove battery cover.

2. Insert batteries as shown.

3. Install and tighten battery cover.

4. Check operation.

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3.2 Locator Menu

Description Menus allow the operator to set user interface preferences.

Use the up, down, select/next, and back buttons on the keypad to navigate the menu.

Icons

Main Menu Sub Menus

Frequency Select frequencies to

activate.

Settings Language Select user interface language

Units Select measurement units for distance and

Backlight Select backlight setting

Shutdown timer Set amount of time before unit shuts off

Communications Select communication preference

Icons show which mode is suited for each
frequency:

Power

Sonde

Transmitter

depth

Only available on Ultra Advanced.

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Main Menu Sub Menus

Options Audio Audio mode

Gain Select gain option

L/R arrows Select left or right

Autodepth Select automatic or manual depth

Offset depth Select offset depth setting

Only available on Ultra Advanced.

Select audio mode setting

Auto style
Select audio style setting

Center beep
Select center beep options

System
Informa­tion

®

AIM

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System info Displays the locator model configuration,

model number, serial number, software
version, hour count, configuration date, and
calibration date.

Ambient Interference Measurement; measures and displays interference
(noise) at all frequencies in the selected mode.
Only available on Ultra Advanced.

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3.3 Select Location Mode

Select the mode best suited for the locating jobsite and user preference. Depending on the
locator model, all modes might not be available.

Icons Active signals

Signal placed on a target line with a transmitter

Signal Mode Description Notes

Transmitter
mode

Sonde Signal transmitted from a sonde

inside a pipe or conduit

Direct connection Preferred method

Requires a connection directly to
the target line

Dual output

Clamp induction Requires placing an optional

signal clamp around the target
line

Broadcast induction Sends current into lines near the

transmitter

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Passive signals

Signal that a utility line picks up from the environment

Signal Mode Description Notes

Power mode Allows locator to trace live 50

Hz or 60 Hz power cables

Radio mode Allows locator to trace cables

that pick up and radiate very
low frequency (VLF) radio
waves

Current must be flowing through
the cable.

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3.4 Select Frequency

Ultra system gives the user the ability to choose from up to 100 different transmitter
frequencies.
Optimal frequencies for your area can be configured for each unit using appropraite soft­ware.
Use Ultra Advanced systems AIM® (Ambient Interference Measurement) application to
determine suitable frequencies. Then, use the transmitter and locator frequency menus to
activate only the frequencies most suited for a particular jobsite.

Be aware of these points:

• Lower frequencies travel farther than higher frequencies

• Higher frequencies couple onto lines more easily

• Higher frequencies also couple onto lines other than the target line more easily

Enabling frequencies
on transmitter and
locator

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1. Navigate to the Frequency
menu.

2. Select the frequencies best
suited for the jobsite condi­tions. When the box is checked,
the frequency is enabled.

Power, transmitter, and

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sonde icons indicate which
mode a frequency will be
available in.

3. While locating, press the
Frequency button to select the
next enabled frequency.

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Danger The locator will fail to detect electrical services in power mode if an incorrect power setting

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is used.

Precautions:

Before use, verify the locator is setup to be compatible with mains frequency supply in your
country. Options are 50 or 60 Hz. Refer to "Appendix A World Frequency Zones" for more
information.

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3.5 Select Antenna Configuration

Select the antenna configuration best suited for the locating jobsite.

Icons

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Configuration Description Advantage / Disadvantage

Single peak Uses one horizontal antenna to detect

signal.
Response is highest at strongest signal.

Twin peak Uses two horizontal antenna to detect

signal.
Response is highest at strongest signal.

Null Uses a vertical antenna to detect signal.

Search width is narrower than single
peak.
Response is lowest when locator is over
the line.

Total field Uses a combined signal measured in all

three axes to locate signal.

More range
Less precise

Noise canceling
Most precise
Less range

Sharp response
Easily distorted in congested
areas

Easy to use when sweeping
and eliminates ghost signals
Less precise in congested
areas

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3.6 Adjust Locator Gain

The gain setting controls the locators sensitivity.

Adjustment

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Action Result Effect

Increasing gain More sensitive to signal Allows location farther away from

signal source

Decreasing gain Less sensitive to signal Stabilises signal

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3.7 Locate Passive Signal

3.7.1 Setup

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Follow setup procedures for the type of locating you will be doing.

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Always check locator battery level at start up.

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3.7.2 Technique

Surveying the site Make a visual check of the site for signs of buried cables such as:

Cables with no A/C current flowing through them are hard to detect and may be hazardous
because they may still have voltage potential.
To locate, turn on an appliance to cause current to flow and use active search methods.

• Recent trenching

• Buried cable markers

• Overhead lines that run down pole and underground

•Gas meters

•Valve sights

• Drains or manhole covers

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Sweep search

Search the site by walking a grid pattern while
holding locator close to the ground.

Keep locator vertical.

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Focus the signal Move locator over detected signal to find best signal response. If using a peak antenna

mode, rotate locator until signal is best. Best signal indicates cable direction.

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Trace the cable

Mark the cable Sweep, focus, and trace all detected signals in the area.

Mark cable paths with colored paint or flags.

Walk along the suspected path while moving the
locator from side to side across the area.

Keep locator handle parallel to the



suspected cable path.

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3.7.3 Special Situations

Overview

Situation What to try

Signal is lost. Walk in a circle to detect a tee or bend in

the cable.

Signal varies from low to high and is unstable. Mark as a hand-dig area.

locator does not function properly. locator gain could be set too high or low.

Lower or raise gain to locate the cable.

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4 How to Use the Transmitter

a
b

c

4.1 Transmitter Overview

Ports The transmitter has three auxiliary ports.

a) Mini-USB port
b) External power connector port
c) Active location device port

Display panel overview

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The transmitter display shows the status
of selected options as well as the active
frequency and meter reading.

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Display icons

Type Icon Description

Battery/power Battery level

External power connected

USB Connected

Output power Level

High power output enabled

Volume On

Off

Direction Enable active

Output Regulation reached

Interrupted

Link Linked to locator

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Type Icon Description

Induction Induction active

Connection Signal clamp connected

Direct-connect leads connected

Dual-connect leads connected

Units mA Milli ampere. Displays the current flow.

W Watt. Displays the wattage output.



V Volt. Displays the voltage level.

Ohm. Displays the impedance level used for fault finding

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Transmitter keypad

Keypad buttons perform several functions depending on operating mode.
To activate most functions, press and release the button.
For other functions, press and hold the button until the function activates.

Transmitter keypad
buttons

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Power ON/OFF,
press and hold

Volume Frequency down Select / Next

Back Menu

Frequency up Power output

press and hold

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Changing the battery

Use ten D-cell alkaline batteries or a
Lithium ion battery pack in transmitter.

1. Open battery cover.

2. Insert batteries as shown.

3. IClose and tighten battery cover.

4. Check operation.
If battery light is flashing when unit is
turned on, then one battery is incor­rectly installed or batteries are weak.



Caution The transmitter's battery pack may get hot after prolonged use.

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Warning Risk of electric shock when removing the transmitter's battery pack.

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• Installing batteries backwards will cause damage to batteries and unit.

• Ensure that door is closed tightly.

• Do not mix new and used batteries.

Precautions:

Allow the battery pack to cool down before removing.

Precautions:

Before removing the battery pack switch the transmitter off and remove any cable set or
accessories from the connection socket.

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4.2 Transmitter Menu

Description Menus allow the operator to set user interface preferences.

Use the up, down, select/next, and back buttons on the keypad to navigate the menu.

Icons

Main Menu Sub Menus

Settings Backlight Select backlight setting

Output Select output setting.

Requires cable set connected to transmitter.

Direction enabled

Dual output

High power output

Meter Select simple or advanced meter

Communications Select communication preference

Options Language Select user interface language

Default Restores unit to factory default settings.

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Main Menu Sub Menus

Fault Find Fault Mode indicator

Shutdown timer Set amount of time before unit shuts off.

Frequency Select frequencies to

activate.

System
Informa­tion

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Icons show which connection can be used for
each frequency:

Induction

Direct connect

Signal clamp, standard

Broadband signal clamp, broadband

Displays the unit model configuration, model
number, serial number, software version, hour
count, configuration date, and calibration
date.

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4.3 Select Frequency

Ultra system gives the user the ability to choose from up to 100 different transmitter
frequencies.
Optimal frequencies for your area can be configured for each unit using appropraite soft­ware.
Use Ultra Advanced systems AIM® (Ambient Interference Measurement) application to
determine suitable frequencies. Then, use the transmitter and locator frequency menus to
activate only the frequencies most suited for a particular jobsite.

Be aware of these points:

• Lower frequencies travel farther than higher frequencies

• Higher frequencies couple onto lines more easily

• Higher frequencies also couple onto lines other than the target line more easily

Enabling frequencies
on transmitter and
locator

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1. Navigate to the Frequency
menu.

2. Select the frequencies best
suited for the jobsite condi­tions. When the box is checked,
the frequency is enabled.

Power, line, and sonde icons



indicate which mode a
frequency will be available in.

3. While locating, press the
Frequency button to select the
next enabled frequency.

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4.4 Induction

Setup

1. Remove cable, stake, clamp and
any other metal objects from
transmitter.

2. Place transmitter parallel to and
directly above suspected cable
as shown.

3. Turn on transmitter and check
battery level.

Transmitter must be parallel



to object, as shown, in order
to produce the best signal.

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4.5 Direct Connectios

3

1

2

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Setup

• A built-in circuit breaker will automatically disable transmitter when leads are connected
to a live cable. Display will flash and transmitter will beep. Turn off transmitter and
disconnect from cable to reset breaker.

1. Plug cable into transmitter.

2. Ensuring that no utilities are below push the ground stake into ground.
Connect black lead to ground stake.

3. Connect red lead to cable.

4. Turn on transmitter and check battery.

If using dual location, connect white lead to the additional cable to be located.



Danger Connecting the cable set to a live service can result in an electric shock.

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Warning The transmitter is capable of outputting potentially lethal voltages.

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Precautions:

Never connect the connection cable set directly to a live service.

Precautions:

Take care when handling exposed or non-insulated connections including the connection
cables sets, the Earth Pin and the connection to the service. Notify others who may be
working on or around the service.

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4.6 High Power Output

Availability High power output is a feature on Ultra 12 W advanced transmitter. It allows the operator

to transmit 12 W on a line at frequencies less than 10 kHz. Use this function on large diam­eter direct buried steel pipe and long distance locates.



Activation 1. Navigate the transmitter menu to Settings > Output > High Power.

Warning The transmitter is capable of outputting potentially lethal voltages.

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When using high-power output, either install a Lithium ion battery pack or connect the
transmitter to an external power source.

2. Select Enable or set timer as desired.

Precautions:

Take care when using the maximum power output level.

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4.7 Signal Clamp



Setup

Danger A hazardous signal may be present on the connection plug of the signal clamp when clipped

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Danger A hazardous signal may be present on the service causing personal harm.

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• A built-in circuit breaker will automatically disable transmitter when leads are connected
to a live cable. Display will flash and transmitter will beep. Turn off transmitter and
disconnect from cable to reset breaker.

1. Plug cable into transmitter.

2. Place clamp around cable.

3. Turn on transmitter.

4. Select appropriate frequency.

5. Check battery level.

over a live service.

Precautions:

Connect the clamp to the transmitter before clamping around a live service.

Precautions:

Do not use on electrical services which have impaired, or no insulation. If in doubt do not
use.

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4.8 Connect with Live Power Adapte

1

2

3

4

Setup

1. Verify that transmitter is turned off.

2. Connect live power adapter to the transmitter.

3. Connect live power adapter black lead to the ground stake.

4. Connect live power adapter red lead to live power conductor.

5. Turn on transmitter.

6. Select frequency greater than 8 kHz. 29 kHz is preferred.

7. Adjust power level as needed.

8. Check battery level.



Danger Connecting live power adapter to a live service can result in an electric shock.

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When finished locating the cable, turn off transmitter, disconnect live power adapter red
lead f r o m l ive power conduct o r , d i sconnect live power adapter black lead from ground stake,
and disconnect live power adapter from transmitter.

Precautions:

Do not operate equipment unless you are properly qualified to work on live power conduc­tors.

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5 Locate Active Signals

2
1

5.1 Setup

Procedure Follow setup procedures for the type of locating you will be doing: direct connection, signal

clamp, connecting to live power with live power adapter, or broadcast induction.

1. For all types of active location that
require leads, connect leads to trans­mitter at connector.

2. When it is necessary to connect to
external power, use connector.

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5.2 Technique



Follow steps in this chapter for all types of active location. For reference, the illustration
shows direct connection method. If using broadcast induction, ensure that transmitter is in
line with and above suspected cable, as shown on previous page.

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Procedure

a

b

b

a

c

e

f

d

1. Facing away from the transmitter, walk in an arc approximately 25’ (A, 7.5 m) around
transmitter, as shown above.

2. Rotate the locator and observe the screen.

a) Target is located where signal response is strongest. Signal strength is shown graphically

as well as numerically. The signal strength number will flash when the locator is saturated.
Reduce the gain until the number stops flashing.

b) Adjust gain as needed to maintain signal strength. Gain is shown graphically as well as

numerically.

c) The compass line shows the direction the cable runs.

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d) Move in the direction of the center arrows. When the arrows form a diamond, the target

is located.

e) AutoDepth reading will appear when target is correctly located. If operating in manual

depth mode, press and hold the Depth button.

f) Use current measurement to identify target cable. Current on the target cable should be

higher than current on another cable that is picking up signal inductively from target cable.

3. Continue to trace the cable and observe depth estimates every few paces.

4. Retrace the cable and mark with appropriate flags or paint.

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5.3 Mark the Cable

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Warning The depth reading might not reflect the real depth if your locator picks up the signal induced

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Sweep, focus, and trace all detected signals in the area.
Mark cable paths with colored paint or flags.

into the service by the transmitter. This signal is radiated from the centre of the service. This
is even more important when the signal is produced by a sonde, lying in a large diameter
conduit!

Precautions:

Always compensate depth reading for service size.

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5.4 Special Situations

Overview

Situation What to try

Signal is lost. Walk in a circle to detect a tee or bend in the cable.

Signal varies from low to high and is
unstable.

You are near a power line and are
receiving interference.

Locator does not function properly. Locator gain could be set too high or low. Lower or

Target cable has connections to other
cables.

Signal is transferring to other cables. • Lower the frequency.

Mark as a hand-dig area.

Sweep the area in 50 Hz or 60 Hz power mode. If
locator gives a strong signal response, a power line
is interfering with transmitter signal.

raise gain to locate the cable.

Disconnect target cable from other cables or use
direct connect or signal clamp to focus signal on
target cable.

• Lower the power level.

• Use direct connection, if possible, or use signal
clamp.

• Move the ground stake away from the target
cable and away from other buried cables.

• Apply signal at the point where the target cable
is farthest from the other cables.

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5.5 Direction Enable

c

b

a

Direction Enable allows the operator to set a reference for current flow on a target line. It is
useful for maintaining line identity on jobsites where multiple utilities are present.

Direction Enable is only available:

• In transmitter mode

• At frequencies of 10 kHz and below.

Using Direction Enable

1. On the transmitter menu, navigate to Settings > Output > Direction Enabled and
select Enable.

2. Ensure the function is available by looking for the Direction Enable icon on the locator.

3. Stand approximately 10 ft (3 m) from the transmitter with the locator positioned so that
the compass heading is parallel to the target line. Face away from the transmitter.

a) Direction Enable icon
b) Arrow on compass heading
c) Compass heading

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4. . Press and hold the Frequency button to set the direction of current flow. An arrow will
appear on the compass heading.

5. Continue locating.



• Power output is reduced when Direction Enable is in use.

• Direction Enable is not available when transmitter is set to High Output.

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6Ultra Advanced - Features

6.1 Measure Ambient Interference

Description The AIM® (Ambient Interference Measurement) application measures interference on the

jobsite. For best locating, select a frequency with the least amount of interference. Inter­ference levels are indicated numerically and graphically.

Procedure

Icon Description

Frequencies with the least amount of interference

Frequencies with a large amount of interference

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1. Ensure that transmitter output is turned
off.

2. From the locator menu, select the
Ambient Noise function.
The locator will scan the surrounding area
for interference on all frequencies
enabled in the selected mode.

3. Highlight the desired frequency and press
the Next button to exit the menu.

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• If a line is connected to an active signal, the ambient interference measurement will be
high.

• When a frequency is highlighted, a realtime interference is displayed.

• The and are reversed for passive (power) modes.

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6.2 Link Locator to Transmitter

Description Ultra Advanced locators and transmitters can be linked through a wireless connection. This

allows the locator operator to change transmitter settings through the locator.

Procedure To link the locator to a transmitter via radio:

1. Turn both locator and transmitter on and unlinked.

2. On the locator: Navigate to Settings > Communications and select Link TX.

3. On the transmitter: Navigate to Settings > Communications and select Link RX.

4. Select a device to link. Link is complete when the link icon is displayed.



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Once linked, devices automatically connect when turned on. To unlink devices, navigate to
Settings > Communications and select Unlink.

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6.3 Offset Depth

Description Offset Depth assists in locating a target line that cannot be accessed from directly above

due to obstruction. The function uses available data to estimate horizontal distance and
depth.

X Horizontal distance
DDepth
TTilt

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Procedure

k

a

b

a) Diamond
b) Estimated distance

1. On the locator menu:
Navigate to Options > Offset Depth and select Enable.

2. Begin by holding locator parallel to line.

3. Tilt locator until center diamond appears.

Tilt of unit should be >10° and <60° to display offset depth.



4. Read the estimated distance.

Warning The depth reading might not reflect the real depth if your locator picks up the signal induced

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into the service by the transmitter. This signal is radiated from the centre of the service. This
is even more important when the signal is produced by a sonde, lying in a large diameter
conduit!

Precautions:

Always compensate depth reading for service size.

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7 Locator Receiver Clamp

7.1 General Information

Description The locator receiver clamp is used to identify a target line in a vault or utility box with

multiple lines.

7.2 Locator Buttons Used with Clamp

Locator keypad

Locator button functions and information displayed will be specific to the locator receiver
clamp.

Locator keypad
buttons

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Power ON/OFF,
press and hold

Location mode Down Frequency

Up

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7.3 Locate with Locator Clamp

Procedure

1. Plug the locator clamp cable into the accessory connector on the locator.

2. Turn on the locator. When clamp is plugged into locator, locator will enter clamp mode.

Clamp icon will show.

3. Use locator frequency key to select desired frequency. Use mode key to toggle between

active and passive power frequencies.

4. Compress the clamp handles together to open the clamp.

5. Place the clamp around the target line and release handles to close clamp.

6. Adjust the locator gain using the up and down arrow keys to bring the received signal

strength into range.

Danger A hazardous signal may be present on the service causing personal harm.

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Precautions:

Do not use on electrical services which have impaired, or no insulation. If in doubt do not
use.

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8 Locator with Stethoscope

8.1 General Information

Description The stethoscope accessory is used to identify lines in cabinets with multiple lines. It has an

adjustable neck to make it easier to identify target lines in tight spaces.

8.2 Locator Buttons Used with Stethoscope

Locator keypad

Locator button functions and information displayed will be specific to the stethoscope
accessory.

Locator keypad
buttons

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Power ON/OFF,
press and hold

Location mode Down Frequency

Up

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8.3 Locate with Stethoscope

ab

Procedure

1. Plug the stethoscope cable into the accessory connector on the locator.

2. Turn on the locator. When stethoscope is plugged into locator. Locator will enter
stethoscope mode. Stethoscope icon will show.

3. Use locator frequency key to select desired frequency. Use mode key to toggle
between active and passive power frequencies.

a) Target line
b) Head

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4. Grip stethoscope by the handle and place the head as close to the target line as
possible. Position the target line in the concave portion of the head as shown.

Adjust flexible neck as needed to improve positioning.



5. Adjust the locator gain using the up and down arrow keys to bring the received signal
strength into range.

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9 Locate Sonde Signal

9.1 General Information

Description Trace metallic pipes or conduits by locating and following a sonde signal.



9.2 Setup

Procedure 1. Follow instructions for installing sonde battery.

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Large metal objects and other signals (such as railroad signals or overhead power lines) will
distort signal.

2. Turn on locator to ensure that sonde is functioning properly.

3. Attach sonde to drain rods, plumber’s snake, flex rod or similar.

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9.3 Technique

a
b

Procedure 1. Turn on locator.

2. Set operating mode to sonde location.

3. Set antenna configuration to Total Field.

4. Place sonde into the pipe and move it down the pipe.

5. Locate sonde using peak or null methods.

Peak signal method Peak location is the preferred method in most situations.

When the peak signal is in range, rotation arrows will appear.

1. Follow arrows to rotate the locator handle so that it is perpendicular to the sonde.

2. Follow fore/aft arrow to locate the approximate sonde position.

a) Fore/aft arrow
b) Null point

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a) Strongest signal

a

b
c

b) Diamond
c) Exterior arrows

4. When the sonde is correctly located, a diamond will form in the center of the compass,

the exterior arrows will appear, and the signal will be strongest. The depth reading will
display.

5. If operating in Manual depth, press the Depth key to estimate depth.

6. Continue to track the sonde and observe depth readings. Mark pipe location with paint.

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Null point method Null point method is effective for locating deep sondes or for verifying the location of a

a

b

sonde.

a) Directional arrows
b) Null point

1. Circle over approximate location.

2. Follow directional arrows to locate the null point.

3. The sonde is correctly located at peak signal between null points.

Warning The depth reading may not indicate the real depth of the service, especially if the sonde is

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lying at the base of a large diameter duct.

Precautions:

Always compensate depth reading for service size.

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10 Electronic Marker Location (EML) Accessory

10.1 General Information

Description The EML accessory is designed to locate electronic markers on pipes and cables. It allows

users to find any standard electronic marker, used to mark specific locations for future
locating.

10.2 Locator Buttons Used with EML Accessory

Locator keypad

Locator button functions and information displayed will be specific to the EML accessory.

Locator keypad
buttons

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Power ON/OFF,
press and hold

Volume

Location mode Down Frequency

Up

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10.3 Locator Display

b

b

a

a

c

e

d

f

Display panel overview

a) Signal strength
b) Gain
c) Peak signal
d) EML accessory software

version
e) Marker ball indicator
f) Status bar

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Status bar icons

Type Icon Description

Battery Locator battery level

Volume Volume level

EML Normal mode

Search mode

Battery level

Frequency setting Selected frequency setting

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Marker ball indicator

Icon Description

Water, blue, 145 k
Non-potable water, purple, 66.3 k

Power, red, 169 k, non-EU only
Power, red/blue, 134 k, EU only

Waste water, green, 121 k

Communications, black/orange, 77.0 k

Phone, orange, 101 k

Gas, yellow, 83.0 k

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10.4 Setup

a

b

c

Setup 1. Place locator wand into recess of the EML accessory.

2. Insert strap through buckle.

3. Tighten strap using buckle ratchet.
Do not overtighten.



a) Strap
b) Buckle ratchet
c) Buckle

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4. Plug cable into locator accessory
connector behind spring-loaded
door.

5. Turn locator on. The locator will enter EML Mode automatically and remain in EML Mode
as long as EML accessory is plugged in and has sufficient battery power.

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Release

a

b

a) Locator wand
b) Levers

1. Disconnect the EML cable from the locator.

2. Place EML accessory on solid surface (ground, tailgate, etc.) and hold locator wand with
left hand while pushing both levers toward EML accessory with the right hand.

3. When buckle clicks, continue pressing levers and twist locator to loosen strap enough to
remove wand.

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10.5 Technique

Normal marker locating
mode

1. Attach EML accessory to the locator.

2. Plug the EML cable into the locator accessory connector.

3. Select marker type using the frequency key.

Test unit for proper operation by passing the wand 1 m (3’) over a marker.



Signal strength should increase and the bar graph should close.

4. Walk over area where you suspect a marker has been buried. Hold EML accessory close
to the ground and move it from side to side. Move in the direction of increasing signal
strength. Adjust gain as needed. Marker is located where locator indicates maximum
signal.

5. To locate next marker, adjust gain to 30 dB and repeat process.

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Change batteries

Use ten AA-cell alkaline
batteries in transmitter.

1. Open battery cover.

2. Remove battery holder.

3. Insert batteries in holder as shown.

4. Place battery holder in battery compartment.

5. Close and tighten battery cover.



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• Installing batteries backwards will cause damage to batteries and unit.

• Do not mix new and used batteries.

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11 Fault Finder on Ultra Advanced

11.1 General Information



How earth return faults
are created



The locator and transmitter require setup when using the fault finder accessory.
Key functions and information displayed will be specific to the fault finder.

When a direct-buried cable’s insulation is damaged, the conductor is exposed to contact
with the earth which creates a fault. If large enough, the fault can degrade the service
provided by the cable. This type of fault is called an earth return fault. These damaged areas
interact with the earth which causes corrosion that can further degrade the service.

Faults can be caused by a number of actions.

Action Description

Splicing Corroded or damaged splices may fault to ground.

Excavation Cables can be nicked or broken by excavation equipment such as shovel,

backhoe, trencher, drill head, auger, fence post, etc. These nicked areas
can fault to ground and provide a place for corrosion to start.

Abrasion Rocks and other abrasive elements can damage cable when the earth

shifts due to soil conditions, climate and above-ground traffic.

Although there are other types of faults, only earth return faults can be detected with this
type of equipment.

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Finding general loca­tion of a faulted cable

Fault locating concepts Isolating the cable on both ends and then energizing it with a special signal generated by a

Some things to look for when searching for the general location of a faulted cable are:

• Recently disturbed soil • Function boxes

• Past splices • Drop boxes

• “Buried utility” notices • Light poles

• Utility facilities without overhead lines • Sunken ground

transmitter creates an electrical circuit where current flows down the cable and seeks a path
back to the transmitter. The path back to the transmitter is along the path of the fault to
ground. Current will not flow without a path to ground.
Use a fault probe to probe the earth and measure the signal along the path of the cable.
Signal will be highest at the point of the fault where the current enters the ground and at
the transmitter ground stake. The arrows on the locator point toward the direction of the
fault.

As you move away from the transmitter, detector may stop indicating transmitter pulses. As
you near the fault, detector will resume indicating transmitter pulses. This is normal. Trans­mitter pulses are strongest near the point of the fault (X) and at the transmitter ground.
When probes straddle the fault or transmitter ground, signal will drop.

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11.2 Locator

b

a

a

b

c

d

f

e

g

h

Display panel overview

a) Signal strength
b) Gain
c) Peak signal
d) Compass
e) Fault direction indicator
f) Current meter
g) Homing indicator
h) Status bar

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Status bar icons

Type Icon Description

Battery Locator battery level

Volume Volume level

Mode Fault Mode indicator

Antenna Antenna indicator

Frequency setting Selected frequency setting

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Locator and fault probe

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1. Press On/Off key to turn on locator.

2. Plug fault probe into accessory port.

3. When fault probe is plugged into locator, locator will enter fault mode.

4. Connect transmitter to faulted cable following transmitter setup instructions.

• Fault mode is not available on basic locators.

• If locator does not have 263 Hz installed, fault finding will not work.

• Locator must be running firmware v6 or higher.

• The locator can also locate cables while in Fault Mode but performance will
vary based on the amount of current on the cable.

Probe icon will show.
A home symbol flashes in the bottom right corner of the locate screen.

Select power level 1 or 2 on transmitter and observe adequate current on the cable,
ideally at least 10 mA.

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5. With back toward transmitter, move down faulted cable a few meters/feet from trans­mitter.

6. Center fault probe over the cable and ensuring that no services are below push it into
the soil.

7. Numbers will appear above the flashing home icon.
Once they do, press and hold Frequency key to home the fault system.

8. After system is successfully homed, a chime will sound and an arrow will appear, as
shown. This indicates the fault is located toward the top of the screen.

Keep fault probe and locator oriented the same while fault finding.

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11.3 Transmitter

Display panel overview

Display icons

The transmitter display shows the status
of selected options as well as the active
frequency and meter reading.

Type Icon Description

Battery/power Battery level

External power connected

USB Connected

Output power Level

High power output enabled

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Type Icon Description

FF

Volume On

Off

Fault finder Fault finder mode indicator

Output Active

Interrupted

Link Linked to locator

Induction Direct-connect leads connected

Dual-connect leads connected

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Setup



1. De-energize and disconnect the cable at both ends.

2. Plug direct connect lead into transmitter.

3. Connect black lead of the transmitter to the ground stake and connect the red lead to

4. Press the On/Off key to turn on fault transmitter.

5. Press and hold the Power Level key to enter menu.

6. Navigate down to Options menu and press Power Level key to select.

7. Navigate down to Fault Mode and press Power Level key to select.

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8. Select Enabled by pressing Power Level key.

9. Transmitter will return to main screen and be in fault mode.

If current is below 5 mA, increase power level until it shows 5 mA or transmitter is at highest
power level.
Readings > 100 k indicate no significant fault exists in the cable.
Readings < 50 k indicate a fault is likely.
Higher transmitter power levels give better readings. Try a higher power level to ensure the
cable is faulted.

Transmitter must be running firmware v2 or greater.

Turning off a breaker is usually not enough to isolate the cable for fault finding.

one end of the faulted cable.

If direct connect leads are not plugged in, Fault Mode will not appear in menu.

After the transmitter is connected to the
cable, the impedance reading will help verify
that a fault exists on the cable.
While transmitter is in Fault Mode, the screen
will show:

•Current

•Impedance

•Voltage

• Power level 1

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11.4 Locate Faults

Known cable route After the locator is homed, the locator will display signal strength and direction if sufficient

signal is present. If no signal is detected, detector will display ---- in center of screen.

1. Move 3 m (10’) down the cable route and ensuring that no services are below insert
fault probe again.

2. After arrows point in the opposite direction, insert detector a few meters (feet) back
down the cable.

3. Repeat step 2 moving smaller distances until arrow changes direction after only a few
millimeters (inches) of movement.

4. Rotate fault probe 90° and repeat location process until arrow switches direction after
a small movement. Fault is directly between probes.

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Unknown cable route

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1. Draw a straight line between the two disconnected ends of the isolated cable.

2. Follow the instructions in "Known cable route".

3. Once fault is found on straight line, turn fault probe 90° and find true location of fault.

Multiple faults After a fault is located and fixed, check the rest of the cable for other faults using the same

process.

If possible, locate the cable with a locator and mark the location.
Then follow the instructions in "Known cable route".

a) Disconnected

ends
b) Fault is found
c) True location of

fault

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12 GPS Capability on Ultra Advanced

12.1 General Information

Description The GPS capability is used to log locate data from the locator to the GPS unit or log data in

the locator.

12.2 Locator Buttons Used with GPS

Locator keypad

Locator button functions and information displayed will be specific to the GPS accessory.

Locator keypad
buttons

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Power ON/OFF,
press and hold

Location mode Down Frequency

Up

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12.3 Locator Display

Display panel overview

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GPS indicators

Icon Description

A Bluetooth

Flashing once:
A data point was logged

Blinking:
Attempting to call external logging GPS device

Last data point failed to send data to the GPS device

c00ic129w.eps

GPS data being received, but no GPS lock, center dot blinking

c00ic130w.eps

GPS data being received and GPS lock established, solid

c00ic131w.eps

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connection is active

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12.4 Locate Using GPS

12.4.1 External Logging - Mapping Grade GPS

Description This method of logging location data sends data from the locator to the GPS unit.

This feature is only available on Ultra Advanced units.

Prerequisites • The GPS unit must have software that will recognize the data that is sent by the locator.

• The GPS unit must support Bluetooth SPP connections.

Initial pairing This is required the first time a GPS device is connected to the locator.

To use a different GPS device, repeat this procedure.

1. Power on the GPS device and ensure its Bluetooth radio is active and discoverable. Refer
to the GPS device manual for details.

2. Power on the locator and go to Settings > Communications > Radio On/Off.
Ensure the radio is “on”.

3. Initiate paring from the GPS device. Refer to the GPS device manual for details.
The locator will be named ”MFLRX_nnnnnnnn” where nnnnnnn is the serial number of
the locator.
If prompted for a passcode, it is 0000 (four zeros).

4. If applicable to the selected GPS device, choose “Serial Port” as the service type.

Connecting to the GPS
device

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1. Launch the application software.

2. Connect to the locator in the GPS application software.
For applications that connect to a COM port, make sure it is the incoming COM port.

3. On the locator go to Settings > Communications > Bluetooth > Connect GPS.

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The locator will begin scanning for Bluetooth
Make sure the GPS device is still discoverable.

4. Select the GPS device from the list. The locator will begin the connection process.

devices.

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