Leica Geosystems 6014155 User manual

Leica DD120, DD130 Series

cators & Accessories

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User Manual

Version 1.0
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This manual applies to the Leica Detection DD120, DD130 Series Locators, DA

s Transmitters and Detection Accessories. Differences between the mod-

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els are marked and described.

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Manual

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Table of Contents

1 Safety Directions 6

1.1 General 6

1.2 Definition of Use 7

1.3 Limits of Use 7

1.4 Responsibilities 7

1.5 Hazards of Use 8

1.5.1 General 8

1.5.2 Using the Product with a Signal Transmitter 12

1.6 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC 13

1.7 FCC Statement, Applicable in U.S. 14

2 Description of the System 17

2.1 System Information 17

2.2 System Components 17

2.3 Locator Components 18

2.4 Signal Transmitter Components 18

2.5 Li-Ion Battery Pack 18

3 Operation of the Locator 20

3.1 Display Panel Overview 20

3.2 Locator Setup and Information 20

3.3 Hazard Zone 22

3.4 How to Locate a Utility 23

3.5 Search Modes 23

4 Operation of the Transmitter 25

4.1 Keyboard 25

4.2 Turning On / Turning Off 25

5 Applications 26

5.1 How to Pinpoint a Utility 26

5.2 How to Trace a Utility 27

5.3 How to Conduct a Sweep Search 27

5.4 Using the Transmitter in Induction Mode 29

5.4.1 General Information 29

5.4.2 Induction Mode: Nulling-Out Method 30

5.4.3 Induction Mode: Parallel-Sweep Method 31

5.4.4 Induction Mode: Radial-Sweep Method 32

5.5 Using the Transmitter in Connection Mode 33

5.5.1 General Information 33

5.5.2 Direct Connection Mode 34

5.6 How to Use the Trace Rod 35

5.6.1 General Information 35

5.6.2 Locating a Utility Using the Trace Rod 36

5.7 How to Use the Transmitter Clamps 39

5.7.1 General Information 39

5.7.2 Using a Transmitter Clamp to connect to Cable Utilities 39

5.8 How to Use the Property Plug Connector 40

5.8.1 General Information 40

5.8.2 Locating a Utility Using the Property Plug Connector 41

5.9 How to Use the Sondes 42

5.9.1 General Information 42

6 Estimating Depth and Current of a Utility 44

6.1 Utility Line Depth 44

6.2 Sonde Depth 45

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6.3 Depth Code Information 45

6.4 Utility Current Measurement 46

7 Connectivity 49

7.1 Transmitter USB Connectivity 49

8 Batteries 50

8.1 Locators Batteries 50

8.2 Charging the Li-Ion Battery Pack 50

8.3 Operating Principles 52

9 Functional Checks 53

9.1 Locator Health Check 53

9.2 Locator Functional Check 53

9.3 Functional Check of the Transmitter 54

9.4 Functional Check of the Trace Rod 55

9.5 Functional Check of the Sonde 56

10 Care and Transport 58

10.1 Transport 58

10.2 Storage 58

10.3 Cleaning and Drying 58

11 Technical Data 59

11.1 Conformity to National Regulations 59

11.2 Transmitter Technical Data 59

11.3 Locator Technical Data 60

11.4 Conductive Rod Technical Data 62

11.5 Property Plug Connector Technical Data 62

Appendix A World Frequency Zones 64

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1 Safety Directions

1.1 General

DANGER

Incorrect power setting

he locator may fail to detect electrical services in power mode.

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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 "A World Frequency Zones" for more information.

▶

Contact your agency or Leica Geosystems authorised service workshop if
your unit is incorrectly configured for your region.

Description

About warning

essages

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

erson who actually uses the equipment, to anticipate and avoid operational

p
hazards.

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

Warning messages are an essential part of the safety concept of the instru­men

t. They appear wherever hazards or hazardous situations can occur.

Warning messages...

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•

For the users‘ safety, all safety instructions and safety messages shall be
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trictly observed and followed! Therefore, the manual must always be available

to all persons performing any tasks described here.

DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and NOTICE are standardised signal words for
identifying levels of hazards and risks related to personal injury and property
damage. For your safety, it is important to read and fully understand the fol­lowing table with the different signal words and their definitions! Supplemen­tary safety information symbols may be placed within a warning message as
well as supplementary text.

Type Description

NOTICE

e the user alert about direct and indirect hazards concerning the use

mak
of the product.
contain general rules of behaviour.

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if no
serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or
an unin
could result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or
an unin
may result in minor or moderate injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or
an unintended use which, if not avoided,
may result in appreciable material, financial
and environmental damage.

t avoided, will result in death or

tended use which, if not avoided,

tended use which, if not avoided,

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1.2 Definition of Use

Important paragraphs which must be adhered

o in practice as they enable the product to

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be used in a technically correct and efficient
manner.

Intended use

Reasonably

oreseeable misuse

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

eneral

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Locator

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tection and localisation of underground utilities: metallic cables and

De
pipes.

De

tection and localisation of utilities with the use of approved accessories
or a signal transmitter.
Estimation of the depth of an underground utility, or accessory.

e of the product without instruction.

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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
permitted for certain functions.
Modification or conversion of the product.
Use after misappropriation.
Use of products with recognisable damages or defects.
Use with accessories from other manufacturers without the prior explicit
approval of Leica Geosystems.
Inadequate safeguards at the working site.

1.3 Limits of Use

Environment

Suitable for use in an atmosphere appropriate for permanent human habita-

n: not suitable for use in aggressive or explosive environments.

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WARNING

Working in hazardous areas, or close to electrical installations or simi-

uations.

lar sit

Life Risk.

Precautions:

▶

Local safety authorities and safety experts must be contacted by the per­son responsible for the product before working in such conditions.

1.4 Responsibilities

Manufacturer of the

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Leica Geosystems AG, CH-9435 Heerbrugg, hereinafter referred to as Leica

eosystems, is responsible for supplying the product, including the user man-

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ual and original accessories, in a safe condition.

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Person responsible

or the product

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The person responsible for the product has the following duties:

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o understand the safety instructions on the product and the instructions

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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 the product are respected.

1.5 Hazards of Use

1.5.1 General

NOTICE

Dropping, misusing, modifying, storing the product for long periods or
transporting the product

Watch out for erroneous measurement results.

Precautions:

▶

Periodically carry out test measurements and perform the field adjust­ments indicated in the User Manual, particularly after the product has been
subjected to abnormal use as well as before and after important measure­ments.

DANGER

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

Precautions:

▶

Working on or near live electrical utilities may cause you to receive an electric
sho

Precautions:

▶
▶

▶

▶

▶

f electrical installations such as power cables or electrical railways.

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.

WARNING

ck.

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 cur-

rent.
Familiarise yourself with National and Work regulations governing safety

and accident prevention.

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WARNING

Distraction/loss of attention

ing dynamic applications, for example stakeout procedures, there is a dan-

Dur
ger of accidents 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.

WARNING

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

tility.

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

Precautions:

▶

Always excavate with care.

WARNING

Depth reading on locator might differ from actual depth of utility

When taking a dep
of a utility or to a sonde within the utility. Depending on the diameter of a util­ity, the depth reading might differ from the actual depth of the utility. This
specifically applies when the signal for depth estimation is produced by a
sonde lying in a large-diameter pipe or duct.

Precautions:

▶

Always take into account allowances for the diameter of a utility.

th reading, the depth is calculated as distance to the centre

WARNING

Inadequate securing of the working site.

T

his can lead to dangerous situations, for example in traffic, on building sites

and at industrial installations.

Precautions:

▶

Always ensure that the working site is adequately secured.

▶

Adhere to the regulations governing safety, accident prevention and road
traffic.

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WARNING

Inappropriate mechanical influences to batteries

ing the transport, shipping or disposal of batteries it is possible for inappro-

Dur
priate mechanical influences to constitute a fire hazard.

Precautions:

▶

Before shipping the product or disposing it, discharge the batteries by the
product until they are flat.

▶

When transporting or shipping batteries, the person in charge of 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.

WARNING

A hazardous signal can be present at the transmitter output when used in con-

tion mode and on the attached accessories and live utility itself.

nec

Precautions:

▶

Take care when handling exposed or non-insulated connections. Notify
others who may be working on or around the utility.

WARNING

Exposure of batteries to high mechanical stress, high ambient tempera-

ures or immersion into fluids

t

This can cause leakage, fire or explosion of the batteries.

Precautions:

▶

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

WARNING

Short circuit of battery terminals

If ba

ttery terminals are short circuited e.g. by coming in contact with jewellery,
keys, metallised paper or other metals, the battery 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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WARNING

Unauthorised opening of the product

Either o

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•

Precautions:

▶
▶

Improper disposal

If the p

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•

•

Precautions:

▶

f the following actions may cause you to receive an electric shock:
Touching live components
Using the product after incorrect attempts were made to carry out repairs

Do not open the product!
Only Leica Geosystems authorised service centres are entitled to repair

these products.

WARNING

roduct is improperly disposed of, the following can happen:
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.

The product must not be disposed with household waste.

ose of the product appropriately in accordance with

Disp
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
r

eceived from your Leica Geosystems distributor.

WARNING

Improperly repaired equipment

Risk of injuries to users and equipment destruction due to lack of repair knowl­edge.

Precautions:

▶

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

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1.5.2 Using the Product with a Signal Transmitter

DANGER

Clipping a transmitter clamp around a live utility

When a tr
might be present on the utility or at the transmitter plug connector, causing
you to receive an electric shock.

Precautions:

▶

▶

Connecting the cable set of the transmitter to a live utility

nnecting the cable set of the transmitter directly to a live utility can cause

Co
you to receive an electric shock.

Precautions:

▶

ansmitter clamp is clipped around a live utility, a hazardous signal

Do not clip a transmitter clamp around live utilities that have impaired or
no insulation.

Always ensure that the transmitter plug connector is connected to the
transmitter before you clip the transmitter clamp around a live utility.

DANGER

Never connect the cable set of the transmitter directly to a live electrical
utility.

DANGER

Power output of signal transmitter

he signal transmitter can output potentially lethal voltages!

T

Precautions:

▶

Take care when using the maximum power output of the signal transmitter.

▶

Take care when handling exposed or non-insulated connections, including
the transmitter’s cable set, the earth pin and the connection to the utility.

▶

Notify others who may be working on or around the utility.

WARNING

Removing the battery pack of the signal transmitter

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emoving the battery pack of the signal transmitter might cause you to receive

an electric shock.

Precautions:

▶

Switch the signal transmitter off and remove any cable set or accessories
from the connection socket before removing the battery pack.

WARNING

Battery pack of the signal transmitter may get hot after prolonged use.

Risk o

f burning injuries.

Precautions:

▶

Avoid touching the hot battery pack.

▶

Allow the battery pack to cool down before removing it.

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1.6 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC

Description

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

roduct to function smoothly in an environment where electromagnetic radia-

p
tion and electrostatic discharges are present, and without causing electromag­netic disturbances to other equipment.

WARNING

Electromagnetic radiation

tromagnetic radiation can cause disturbances in other equipment.

Elec

Precautions:

▶

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

Use of the product with accessories from other manufacturers. For

ample field computers, personal computers or other electronic equip-

ex
ment, non-standard cables or external batteries

This may cause disturbances in other equipment.

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, two-way radios or other electronic equipment, pay
attention to the information about electromagnetic compatibility provided
by the manufacturer.

CAUTION

Intense electromagnetic radiation. For example, near radio transmit­ters, transp

Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards which are in
force in this respect, Leica Geosystems cannot completely exclude the possibil­ity that function of the product may be disturbed in such an electromagnetic
environment.

Precautions:

▶

Check the plausibility of results obtained under these conditions.

onders, two-way radios or diesel generators

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CAUTION

Electromagnetic radiation due to improper connection of cables

If the p
two ends, 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:

▶

Use of product with radio or digital cellular phone devices

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

Precautions:

▶

▶

▶

▶

▶

roduct is operated with connecting cables attached at only one of their

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

WARNING

tromagnetic fields can cause disturbances in other equipment, in installa-

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 can be disturbed or that humans or ani­mals can 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 the product immediately next to your body.

1.7 FCC Statement, Applicable in U.S.

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

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WARNING

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Leica Geosystems AG
CH-9435 Heerbrugg
Made in the UK

Type: Art. No.: S. No.:

Power: 9V + / 200mA max.
Alkaline
6x LR6(AA)

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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a

lass B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules.

C

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:

•

eorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

R

•

Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

•

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

•

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

CAUTION

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Leica Geosystems for

ompliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

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Labelling
DD120, DD130 lo
tors

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Labelling DA series
transmitters

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2 Description of the System

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2.1 System Information

General description

Locators are used to detect buried conductive utilities that emit an electromag-

tic signal. Such a signal is generated as an electrical current passes through

ne
the utility.

Signal transmitters are used to apply a distinct signal to utilities with the fol­lowing intention:

•

o improve the detection success.

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•

To trace the route of a utility.

•

To make a depth or current measurement.

Accessories are used with the locator and transmitter to localise the position
o

f utilities, including some that are non-metallic.

The locators and transmitters described within this manual greatly facilitate the
search process and help to reduce the dangers and costs associated with utility
strikes. However, electromagnetic location depends on the utilities being con­ductive (metallic) and emitting a signal as current passes through them.

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Keep in mind that a locator on its own cannot detect all utilities. Take
car

e when excavating. We recommend that you adopt a safe system
which includes the planning of the search process in advance, the use
of utility maps, the use of locators and transmitters, and the use of
safe digging practices.

2.2 System Components

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The delivered components depend on the package ordered.

Available system

onents

comp

a DD120, DD130 Locators

Trace Rod (non-metallic utility tracer)

b
c Transmitter Cable Set Extension
d Property Plug Connector
e Transmitter Clamp
f Transmitter Clamp
g Sonde
h Sonde

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2.3 Locator Components

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onents
DD120, DD130 loca­tors

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a Displa

y panel

Contains the operational con­trols.

b Speakers

(mounted internally left and
right)
Active at power on and when
a signal is detected.

c On/Off trigger

Press and hold the trigger to
activate the Locator.
Release the trigger to deacti­vate.

d Battery hatch release

Pressing the release button
unlocks the battery hatch
allowing access to the battery
compartment.

e Battery compartment

6 x LR6 (AA) alkaline batteries
are used. Replace all batteries
when indicated.

f Case foot

The case foot can be replaced if it is worn.
Co

ntact your agency or Leica Geosystems authorised service work-

shop.

2.4 Signal Transmitter Components

Description of
transmitter
comp

onents

ck

The Li-Ion pack is delivered with an energy content as low as possible and
needs t

o be woke up prior to use.

To wake up the Li-Ion pack, do the following:

2.5 Li-Ion Battery Pack

Signal Transmitter Li­Ion pa

a Accessory compartment

Connection socket

b
c Battery compartment and USB

port
d Signal transmitter keyboard
e Speaker
f Induction arrow

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1. Connect the charger plug into the charge

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12/24 V

100-240 V

n the Li-Ion pack.

jack o

2. Plug the connector into a suitable power
source.

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The Li-Ion pack should be fully charged before use.

Result:

he small LED next to the charge jack flashes at a fast rate to indi-

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cate the wake up process, then flashes at a slower rate to indicate
that the Li-Ion pack is active and charging.

Applicable to the DD120, DD130 locators and DA Signal Transmitters.

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3 Operation of the Locator

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3.1 Display Panel Overview

DD120, DD130 panel
over

view

a Si

gnal Strength Indicator

Indicates the response of the Locator
to a signal (utility).

b Mode Indicators

Displays the selected mode: Power,
Radio, 8 kHz, 33 kHz, Auto, (512 Hz
and 640 Hz on DD130 series model).
As shown, from bottom to top.

c Function Button

Selects operating mode.

d Light Sensor

Automatically switches the displays
backlight on or off to suit light condi­tions.

e Ba

ttery Indicator

Indicates the battery condition. Segment illumination decreases as
battery condition declines. Replace the batteries when the battery
indicator is empty.

f Wrench

Indicates the Locator requires periodic service or unit is faulty.

g Numeric Signal Strength Indicator (SSI)

Symbol Static: SSI is enabled.
SSI is disabled.

h Current Indicator (DD130 series model)‐Indicates the amount cur-

rent flowing through a service which is applied by the Transmitter. This
is measured in milliamperes (mA).

i Measurement Unit

Indicates depth indication is in metric or feet and inches.

j Display Readout

Alpha numeric matrix indicates system set up and depth indication.

k Depth Mode Indicators

Indicates a depth reading to a utility or a Sonde. Depth icon used to
indicate Hazard Zone status.

l i Button

Used to access the user settings and to provide a depth readout for
Depth locators.

3.2 Locator Setup and Information

Turning on and off

e DD120, DD130

th

Press and hold the trigger to turn on and operate the locator.
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elease the trigger to turn off the locator.

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Locator settings

The DD120, DD130 locators offer a range of settings which the operator can

t to their own preference. It also displays additional service and contact

adjus
information as detailed.

Setting Description

EST Performs a function check on the locators hardware

oftware, displaying PAS if the Locator is within

and s
predefined tolerance or ERR if the locator is not.

H.Z Switches hazard zone on or off.

VOL Adjust volume level (0 to 10).

HLD Adjust peak hold duration (0 to 5 seconds).

SSI Displays a numeric signal strength indicator.

CST Adjusts display’s contrast (0 to 15).

M/I Displays unit of measurement.

CAL Displays the next service date DD/MM/YY.

CON Displays supplier/company name.

TEL Displays supplier/company telephone number.

I.D Displays the operator’s name.

PWR Displays the power mode regional setting.

Refer to World Frequency Zones for more informa­tion.

SR# Displays unit serial number.

VER Displays software version.

LST
(DD130 series
model)

Sets the Locators start up mode.
On: The Locator starts in the last mode of operation
used.

Off: The Locator starts in Power mode.

Accessing and adjust-

e settings

ing th

1. Switch the Locator on.

2. Ensure the Locator is in Power mode.

equired, press Function Button to select mode.

If r

3. Depress the i Button until the user settings are displayed in the dis­play readout.

4. Press Function Button to toggle through to desired setting.

5. Press i Button to select the setting.

6. Press Function Button to activate/adjust.

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7. Press i Button to store and exit.

F

i

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Incorrect power setting

he locator may fail to detect electrical services in power mode.

T

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 "A World Frequency Zones" for more information.

▶

Contact your agency or Leica Geosystems authorised service workshop if
your unit is incorrectly configured for your region.

Changing the battery

1. Replace or Recharge the batteries when the battery status indicator
is emp

2. Press the release button to unlock the Battery Hatch. Remove the
battery holder from the Locator.

3. Replace all batteries with six new LR6 (AA) type alkaline batteries, or
remove and recharge the battery pack if rechargeable batteries are
fitted.

3.3 Hazard Zone

Description

Provides an additional warning to the close proximity of buried services and
functions in the following modes:

•

Power

•

8 kHz

•

33 kHz

•

Auto Mode (Power mode only)

•

512 Hz & 640 Hz (DD130 series model only)

ty.

Description

Status
indicator

Description

Hazard zone is switched on.

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in

Description

Hazard zone on and is alarming.

Hazard zone is switched off.

3.4 How to Locate a Utility

Status indicator Test pattern Info on label

Audio Output On throughout test

s

equence

Signal Strength indi­ca

tor

Mode indicators Briefly illuminated

Indicator Icons Briefly illuminated

Battery indicator On throughout test

Scrolls through in
sequence once

sequence

3.5 Search Modes

Available search
mo

des

Search Mode Description

Auto mode Combined detection of Power and Radio modes.

Power mode This mode is used to detect electrical cables.

Radio mode This mode is used to detect metallic pipes or cables,

☞

☞

including telecoms and electrical.

☞

This mode facilitates a one-step sweep
s

earch process.

Power mode is dependent on an electrical
current flowing through a cable. Keep in
mind that not all electrical cables carry a
detectable signal and thus pose a serious
risk, for example supplies to unilluminated
street lights, unoccupied buildings or bal­anced three-phase cables.

Radio mode is dependent on reradiated
radio waves originating from radio masts.
Keep in mind that signal availability can
vary or be restricted depending on factors
including line of site, signal application or
routine mast maintenance.

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Search Mode Description

Signal Transmitter

de

mo

Used in conjunction with a signal transmitter:

•

To improve the detectability of utilities.

•

To trace a specific utility.

•

To make a depth or current measurement.

☞

•

•

•

•

Example:
A 33 kHz frequency has a greater ability to couple
onto other utilities.

Sonde Used in conjunction with a sonde:

•

•

•

☞

•

•

Keep in mind the following:

her frequencies couple onto utilities more

Hig
easily than lower frequencies.
Higher frequencies travel shorter distances; the
higher the frequency the less the distance trav­elled.
Higher frequencies are likely to couple onto
other utilities; the higher the frequency the
greater the spread.
Higher frequencies are useful for avoidance
activities.

T

o trace the route of a pipe or duct, including
non-metallic variants.
To locate a blockage or collapse.
To make a depth measurement.

Keep in mind that various sondes are avail­able for specific task-based applications:

ndes with higher frequencies are used for

So
generic pipe or duct tracing.
Lower frequencies (512 Hz, 640 Hz) work best
for metal pipes.

How to select a

ch mode

sear

Press the Function key on the locator keyboard to select a search

de.

mo

WARNING

The absence of a positive indication does not guarantee the non-existence of a
u

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

Precautions:

▶

Always excavate with care.

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4.1 Keyboard

Transmitter keyboard

4.2 Turning On / Turning Off

Turning on and off
th

e transmitter

Press the Power key to turn the transmitter on or off.

a Power key
b

Power Output key and LED

indicators
c Low Battery LED indicator
d Connection Mode LED indica-

tor
e Frequency key and LED indica-

tors
f Mute key

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5.1 How to Pinpoint a Utility

Pinpointing process

To help you pinpoint a utility, the locator provides a visual and an audible

esponse.

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Visual response

When the lo
Locate screen displays a peak reading. Refer to "3.1 Display Panel Overview".

Locate Scale

cator is positioned directly over a utility and at 90° to it, the

•

Incr

eases when approaching a utility or sonde and decreases

when moving away.

•

Provides a peak reading when directly over the utility or
sonde.

•

Decreases when moving away from the utility.

Peak Indicator

•

Indica

tes the highest peak reading on the locate scale.

•

Remains at the peak position for a short period of time
before falling back.

Numeric Peak Indicator

•

Increases when approaching a utility or sonde and decreases
when moving away.

•

Provides the highest peak reading when directly over the
utility or sonde.

•

Decreases when moving away from the utility.

•

Can be used to distinguish between utilities when a signal
transmitter is used.

Audible response

T

o assist in the pinpointing process, the audio output automatically adjusts

over the peak reading to provide a narrower response.

☞

Mark the position of a utility with marker paint, pegs, flags or some­thing similar

. Never drive pegs into the ground over the utility!

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The signal strength indicators do not indicate the size, depth or type

f a utility.

o

To ascertain an estimated depth of the utility, use a signal transmitter
or a sonde. Refer to "6 Estimating Depth and Current of a Utility".

5.2 How to Trace a Utility

Tracing process

1. Pinpoint a utility by finding the peak reading.
he peak reading is found when the locator

T
is positioned directly over a utility and at 90°
to it.

2. Rotate the Locator around its axis until the

signal strength indicators are at a minimum.

3. When the signal strength indicators are at a

minimum, the blade o

f the locator is in line

with the utility and indicates its direction.

4. Trace the route of the utility by repeating the

ollowing process:

f

•

Pinpoint the utility.

•

Determine the direction of the utility.

•

Follow the direction of the utility.

5.3 How to Conduct a Sweep Search

Sweep Search Process

Before the sweep search, define the work area to be excavated and inspect

ea for signs of buried utilities, such as:

this ar

•

Recent trenching

•

Buried utility marker posts

•

Overhead lines that run down poles and underground

•

Access chamber covers

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Ensure that the locator is held upright
and close to the ground. Take care not to
swing the locator.

2. Cross the site from left to right until the
de

fined area is covered.

3. Turn through 90 ° and repeat the proc-

ss.

e

4. Pinpoint a utility by finding the peak

eading. The peak reading is found when

r
the locator is positioned directly over a
utility and at 90° to it. Mark the position
of a utility with marker paint, pegs, flags
or something similar.

☞

Never drive pegs into the
ground over the utility!

☞

Activate the Hazard Zone alert
to indicate the presence of
buried utilities which may be
close to the surface.

5. Set the locator to Radio mode and

epeat the sweep search process.

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Continue with this process until either a
signal is detected or you are satisfied
that the area has been adequately tes­ted.

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To conduct a one-step Sweep Search process or to provide a fast scan

or large work areas, the locator can be used in Auto mode. To obtain

f
an improved definition of a detected utility, use the locator in an indi­vidual mode.

5.4 Using the Transmitter in Induction Mode

5.4.1 General Information

Induction mode

Induction is a quick and simple way to apply a signal to a utility without the

o make any physical connection to it. The transmitter uses an internal

need t
aerial to transmit the signal to the utility.

☞

☞
☞

☞

☞

Work at least 10 m/33 ft away from the transmitter to avoid airborne
signals. R

Coupling efficiency is best at 33 kHz.

The signal can also apply itself to other utilities within close proximity
to the transmitter, depending on their depth and direction.

To increase the battery life and to reduce the possibility that the sig­nal is applied to adjacent utilities, reduce the signal output.

The Numeric Peak Indicator can be used to indicate multiple utilities
or to assist tracing. The utility with the maximum value is typically the
one closest to the transmitter or the one directly connected to.

eposition the Transmitter if necessary.

Standard process for

duction mode

In

1. Turn on the transmitter.

☞

Ensure that any connection

s or accessories are dis-

cable
connected and the battery
level is adequate.

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2. Select the required power output and

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3. Place the transmitter over the utility with
the arrows running in line with the sus­pected direction of the utility.
The internal aerial directly induces the
tracing signal onto the utility.

4. Set the locator to the required Signal
T

ransmitter frequency.

5. Using the Sweep Search process, search
the wo

rk area until either a signal is
detected or you are satisfied that the
area has been adequately tested.
Refer to "5.3 How to Conduct a Sweep
Search".
Trace a utility as required. Refer to "5.2
How to Trace a Utility".

☞

Maintain a distance of 10 m/
33 ft from the transmitter to
avoid airborne signals and a
decline in the search process.
Reposition the transmitter if
required.

5.4.2 Induction Mode: Nulling-Out Method

Nulling-Out method

Use the Nulling-Out method to confirm that the locator and transmitter are on
the same u

☞

tility or to identify hidden utilities in close proximity to each other.

The transmitter and locator need to be set for use in induction mode.
R

efer to " Standard process for Induction mode".

1. Position the locator over the utility with
the highest numeric signal strength.

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2. To confirm that the transmitter and the

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lo
signal transmitter upright and directly
over the utility.

☞

3. If the transmitter and the locater are on
the same utility, the Numeric Peak Indi­cator on the locator significantly decrea­ses.

Either the speaker or the con­nection socket should be on
the ground.

☞

4. Using the Sweep Search process, search

The Numeric Peak Indicator on the locator can be used to correct the
p

osition of the transmitter. Slightly move the transmitter left or right
over the utility until the locate screen of the locator shows the low­est reading. It is possible to obtain the value “000”.

the work area to identify previously hid­den utilities.

☞

Pinpoint and trace utilities until
you are satisfied that the area
has been adequately tested.

5.4.3 Induction Mode: Parallel-Sweep Method

Parallel-Sweep

ethod

m

Use the Parallel-Sweep method to cover a large area or to verify the presence

f utilities before using the standard process for induction mode.

o

☞

☞

1. Person operating the transmitter:

Two people are required for this process: one for operating the loca­tor and one for operating the transmitter.

Set the transmitter and locator to 33 kHz.

Hold the transmitter close to the ground
with the arrows on the lid vertical and
with the lid facing the person who oper­ates the locator.

Person operating the locator:

Position the locator at a minimum dis­tance of 10 m/33 ft away from the trans­mitter.

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S

☞

3. In the presence of a detectable utility,
the locator emits a tone and the signal
strength indicators rise and fall as you
pass over the utility.
Return to the position where the Locate
screen shows a peak reading. Mark the
position of a utility with marker paint,
pegs, flags or something similar.

☞

☞

The tracing signal is induced
directly onto the utility and
indicated on the locator.

Never drive pegs into the
ground over the utility!

To trace a specific utility, use
the pinpointing and tracing
methods. Refer to "5.1 How
to Pinpoint a Utility" and "5.2
How to Trace a Utility".

4. Turn through 90 ° and repeat the proc­ess.

☞

Pinpoint and trace utilities until you are satisfied that the area has
b

een adequately tested.

5.4.4 Induction Mode: Radial-Sweep Method

Radial-Sweep method

Use the Radial-Sweep method to discover utilities coming from a known point
such as a t

☞

☞

1. Person operating the transmitter:

elecommunications chamber.

Two people are required for this process: one for operating the loca-

or and one for operating the transmitter.

t

Set the transmitter and locator to 33 kHz.

Hold the transmitter close to the ground
with the arrows on the lid vertical and
with the lid facing the person who oper­ates the locator.

Person operating the locator:

Position the locator at a minimum dis­tance of 10 m/33 ft away from the trans­mitter.

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2. Both persons:

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S
cling the target area.

☞

3. In the presence of a detectable utility,
the locator emits a tone and the signal
strength indicators rise and fall as you
pass over the utility.
Return to the position where the Locate
screen shows a peak reading. Mark the
position of a utility with marker paint,
pegs, flags or something similar.

☞

☞

The tracing signal is induced
directly onto the utility and
indicated on the locator.

Never drive pegs into the
ground over the utility!

To trace a specific utility, use
the pinpointing and tracing
methods. Refer to "5.1 How
to Pinpoint a Utility" and "5.2
How to Trace a Utility".

☞

Pinpoint and trace utilities until you are
satisfied that the area has been ade­quately tested.

5.5 Using the Transmitter in Connection Mode

5.5.1 General Information

Connection mode

Connection mode is the most efficient way to apply a signal to a utility. The
cable s
to the utility which is to be traced or identified.

☞

☞

☞

☞

☞

et of the transmitter or any of the available accessories are connected

Whenever possible, use the transmitter in connection mode, espe-

y for taking a depth reading.

ciall

The Numeric Peak Indicator can be used to indicate multiple utilities
or to assist tracing. The utility with the maximum value is typically the
one connected to.

The black connection cable can be connected to other metallic struc­tures which go into the ground, such as iron grids or metal covers of
access chambers.

In dry conditions it may be necessary to add water around the earth
point to get a good connection.

When using the connection cable set, examine the connection points
and remove contamination if a continuous audible output is not ach­ieved.

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An extension cable is available to extend either the red or black cables

n the connection cable set.

o

Reducing the signal output helps to extend the battery life and to
reduce the amount of signal applied to adjacent utilities.

5.5.2 Direct Connection Mode

Using the transmitter

ect Connection

in Dir
mode

1. Plug the transmitters cable set into the
onnection socket.

c

2. Ensuring that no utilities are below, push

the Earth Pin into the ground and con­nect the black cable to the Earth Pin.

☞

☞

3. Connect the red cable to the utility.

☞

☞

For more safety, we recom­mend pushing the Earth pin
into the ground at an angle of
45 degrees.

For best performance, position
the Earth pin and black cable
at 90 degrees to the suspec­ted direction of the utility.

Never connect the red cable
directly to an electrical cable!

Connecting the red cable to
the metal framework of earth­bonded electrical installations
such as street lights, pumps or
motorised gate housings,
improves the detectability of
low-loaded electrical cables.
For best performance, connect
to bare metal.

4. Turn on the transmitter.

☞

Ensure that the Connection
Mode LED indicator is on and
the battery level is adequate.

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To indicate that the tracing signal rea­ches a good level, the Power Output LED
indicator and the audible tone change
from pulsed to continuous.

6. Set the locator to the required Signal
Transmitter frequency.

7. At a distance of 5 m (16 ft) to the con­nec

tion point, circle around the connec-

tion point.

8. In the presence of a detectable utility,

cator emits a tone and the signal

the lo
strength indicators rise and fall as you
pass over the utility.
Return to the position where the Locate
screen shows a peak reading. Mark the
position of a utility with marker paint,
pegs, flags or something similar.

☞

Never drive pegs into the
ground over the utility!

☞

To trace a specific utility, use
the pinpointing and tracing
methods. Refer to "5.1 How
to Pinpoint a Utility" and "5.2
How to Trace a Utility".

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Pinpoint and trace utilities until you are satisfied that the area has

een adequately tested.

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5.6 How to Use the Trace Rod

5.6.1 General Information

Description

The Trace Rod is a utility tracer enabling small diameter non-conductive pipes,

ts, conduit or drains to be traced. It can be used in Line mode to find the

duc
route of the duct or Sonde mode to find a blockage.

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onents

comp

a) Son

b) Line

c) Connection terminals

d) Frame

de

Using Sonde mode, the sonde helps to pinpoint the end point of the trace
rod.

Flexible, glass-fibre sheathed rod, which incorporates copper wires to con­duct the signal.
Using Line mode, the rod helps to trace the route of a utility.

Used to connect to the signal transmitter.

Houses the flexible rod. Can be used in both vertical (as in illustration) and
horizontal orientation.

5.6.2 Locating a Utility Using the Trace Rod

Using the trace rod in
Lin

e mode

1. Insert the rod into the pipe until the
sired length is in place.

de

2. Plug the transmitters cable set into the

c

onnection socket.

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3. Ensuring that no utilities are below, push

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th Pin into the ground and con-

nect the black cable to the Earth Pin.

☞

For more safety, we recom­mend pushing the Earth pin
into the ground at an angle of
45 degrees.

☞

For best performance, position
the Earth pin and black cable
at 90 degrees to the suspect
direction of the utility.

4. Connect the red cable to the positive (+)
erminal on the trace rod.

t

5. Turn on the transmitter.

☞

Ensure that the Connection
Mode LED indicator is on and
the battery level of the trans­mitter is adequate.

6. Select the required frequency and power

ou

tput.
To indicate that the tracing signal rea­ches a good level, the Power Output LED
indicator and the audible tone change
from pulsed to continuous.

7. Set the locator to the required Signal
ransmitter frequency.

T

8. Sweep the area until a signal is detected.

oint and trace the utility.

Pinp

☞

Use the Numeric Peak Indicator
to identify the exact position
of the rod. The position is typ­ically indicated by the maxi­mum value.

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Using the trace rod in

de mode

Son

☞
☞

For ease of use practice the process above ground.

For ease and convenience mark the ground every 3 to 4 metres.

1. Insert the rod into the pipe, duct or con­duit un

til the desired length is in place.

2. Plug the transmitters cable set into the
connection socket.

3. Connect the red cable to the positive (+)
t

erminal on the trace rod. Connect the

black cable to the negative (-) terminal.

4. Turn on the transmitter.

☞

Ensure that the Connection

de LED indicator is on and

Mo
the battery level of the trans­mitter is adequate.

5. Select the required frequency and power

tput.

ou
To indicate that the tracing signal rea­ches a good level, the Power Output LED
indicator and the audible tone change
from pulsed to continuous.

6. Set the locator to the required Signal
T

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7. Walk in line with the suspected direction

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o
strength indicator rises and falls as you
pass over the ghost signal at the back of
the sonde, the peak signal directly over
the sonde and the ghost signal at the
front. The Numeric Peak Indicator dis­plays its highest value when detecting
the peak signal.

8. Retrace your steps and position the loca­or directly over the peak signal.

t
Move the locator left and right until the
highest numeric reading is obtained. This
reading indicates the precise location of
the sonde.
Pinpoint and trace the utility.

5.7 How to Use the Transmitter Clamps

5.7.1 General Information

Description

A Transmitter Clamp provides a safe technique of applying a signal to utilities
such as telecom cables, electric cables, etc. It is connected to the Transmitter
and then clipped around the utility. Supply is not interrupted by the applied
signal.

Description of

onents

comp

ransmitter plug connector

a) T
b) Jaws
c) Handle
d) Cable

5.7.2 Using a Transmitter Clamp to connect to Cable Utilities

Connecting to a cable

ility

ut

1. Connect the plug of the transmitter

clamp t

o the transmitter.

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2. Open the jaws of the transmitter clamp

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e it around the utility to be

traced.

☞

Ensure that the jaws are fully
engaged.

3. Turn on the transmitter.

☞

Ensure that the battery level of
the tr

ansmitter is adequate.

4. Select the required frequency and power
tput.

ou

☞

For compatible frequencies
check the type plate of the
transmitter clamp.

To indicate that the tracing signal rea­ches a good level, the Power Output LED
indicator and the audible tone change
from pulsed to continuous.

5. Set the locator to the required Signal

ransmitter frequency.

T

6. Trace the route of the utility. Refer to

"5.2 How to Trace a Utility".

5.8 How to Use the Property Plug Connector

5.8.1 General Information

Description

The Property Plug Connector provides a safe technique of applying a traceable
signal t

o live electricity cables. The applied signal does not interrupt mains sup-

ply and the risk of serious injury is greatly reduced.

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Description of

onents

comp

ains plug connector

a) M
b) In-line isolator
c) Transmitter plug connector

5.8.2 Locating a Utility Using the Property Plug Connector

Using the property
plug conn

ector

1. Connect the property plug connector to
ansmitter.

the tr

2. Connect the property plug connector to a

liv

e mains outlet.

☞

Ensure that the mains connec­tion is switched on and live.

3. Turn on the transmitter.

☞

Ensure that the battery level of
the tr

ansmitter is adequate.

4. Select the required frequency and power

tput.

ou

☞

Ensure that the frequency out­put of the transmitter is com­parable to that of the property
plug connector. Check the type
plate of the property plug con­nector for the frequency rat­ing.

To indicate that the tracing signal rea­ches a good level, the Power Output LED
indicator and the audible tone change
from pulsed to continuous.

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ransmitter frequency.

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6. Trace the length of the utility. Refer to
"5.2 How to Trace a Utility".

5.9 How to Use the Sondes

5.9.1 General Information

Description

The sondes are signal transmitters used to trace pipes, ducts, conduit or
dr

ains. A sonde can be attached to a range of equipment including drain rods,
boring tools and inspection cameras. It is powered by its own battery supply,
so unlike other accessories this does not require a connection to the transmit­ter.

The signal pattern transmitted from a sonde is different to that which is radi­ated from a utility and requires tracing in its own unique method. The sonde
transmits a peak signal over its main body, with a ghost signal at its front and
back.

☞

The Locator features a Numeric Peak Indicator which is used to iden-

y the peak reading. Refer to "3.1 Display Panel Overview".

tif

How to trace a utility
using a son

de

☞
☞

For ease of use practice the process above ground.

For ease and convenience mark the ground every 3 to 4 metres.

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2.

☞

Once the function of the
sonde has been verified, con­nect it to drain rods or other
means of guiding it.

Insert the sonde into the pipe, duct, con­duit or drain.

3. Walk in line with the suspected direction
o

f travel observing the display. The signal
strength indicator rises and falls as you
pass over the ghost signal at the back of
the sonde, the peak signal over the
sonde and the ghost signal at the front.
The Numeric Peak Indicator displays its
highest value when detecting the peak
signal.

4. Retrace your steps and position the loca­t

or directly over the peak signal.
Move the locator left and right until the
highest numeric reading is obtained. This
reading indicates the location of the
sonde.

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6 Estimating Depth and Current of a Utility

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Taking a depth

eading

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☞

For utility line depth, the locator needs to be used in conjunction
with a signal tr

ansmitter. Refer to "5.4 Using the Transmitter in
Induction Mode" and "5.5 Using the Transmitter in Connection
Mode".

1. Set the locator to the required Signal
Transmitter frequency.

2. Position the locator directly over and at
90° to the direction of the utility.

☞

Ensure that the locator foot is
directly on the ground.

☞

Hold the locator upright and
take care not to move it.

3. Press and release the Depth Estimation
k

ey.

4. The Line Depth screen displays the

asured depth.

me

DD130 series: The measured current
(mA) is subsequently displayed.

☞

Lift the locator off the ground
by approximately 15 cm/6 in
and take a second depth read­ing. This depth reading should
confirm the added height.

5. The depth is calculated as distance to the

entre of the utility! Allowances should

c
be taken into account.

Note the difference between a and b!

a) Actual depth of the utility.
b) Displayed depth reading: Depth to

the centre of the utility.

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eading

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☞

1. Set the locator to the required Sonde

2. Position the locator directly over and in

3. Press and hold the Depth Estimation key.

For sonde depth, the locators needs to be used in conjunction with a

onde. Refer to "5.9 How to Use the Sondes".

s

frequency.

line with the sonde.

☞

☞

Ensure that the locator foot is
directly on the ground.

Hold the locator upright and
take care not to move it.

4. The Sonde Depth screen displays the
asured depth.

me

☞

5. The depth is calculated as distance to the

sonde within the pipe or duct! Take into
account allowances for the diameter of
the pipe or duct.

Note the difference between a and b!

a) Actual depth of the utility.
b) Displayed depth reading: Depth to

Lift the locator off the ground
by approximately 15 cm/6 in
and take a second depth read­ing. This depth reading should
confirm the added height.

the sonde.

6.3 Depth Code Information

Depth Code Screens

☞

If it is not possible to take a depth reading, a depth code is displayed

tailed.

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0.3 m
1ft

metres ft-inch

3.0 m
10ft

metres ft-inch

trument label

ins

The service is too shallow to
r

egister properly.

metres

ft-inch

The service is too deep.

metres

ft-inch

The signal received by the
Lo

cator is too small to regis-

ter properly.

The signal received by the

cator is too large to regis-

Lo
ter properly.

Depth function not available.

he Locator is set to the

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wrong mode for a depth
reading to be taken.

6.4 Utility Current Measurement

Current measurement
to identify utilities

☞
☞

DD130 series only.

The Current measurement is measured in mA (milliampere) and is dis­played with the utility line depth. Refer to "6.1 Utility Line Depth".

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traced. The signal can couple onto additional utilities making it difficult to dis­tinguish by conventional locating techniques.

Current measurement helps to identify the utility to which the transmitter is
attached by providing the highest current reading (mA). Unlike the Numeric
Peak reading, the current reading is not effected by changing depth levels.

Identifying the utility layout and condition

T

he signal (current) applied by the transmitter decreases at a uniform rate as it
travels along the utility. This can help to identify the utility layout and condi­tion.

A sudden reduction in current may indicate a fault in the utility, a damage to
the insulation, or a connection off the utility.

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7.1 Transmitter USB Connectivity

Connecting the
transmitter using USB

The signal transmitter is provided with a USB port and can be connected to a

or one of the following reasons:

PC f

•

o update software.

T

•

To provide calibration and maintenance support.

☞

Access to the USB port

☞

1. Unscrew the fastener of the cover.

2. Lift the cover of the battery compart-

It is recommended that a battery level of greater than 50% is main­tained whils

The cover of the battery compartment also serves as cover for the
USB port. To maintain environmental protection open the cover only
in dry conditions. Always close the cover of the battery compartment
after use.

ment to access the USB port.

☞

t in communication with external devices.

For guidance on establishing a
connection, follow the instruc­tions on the external device or
software. Refer to the manu­facturer’s instructions.

3. After disconnection, close the cover of
the ba

ttery compartment and tighten the

fastener.

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Short circuit of battery terminals

ttery terminals are short circuited e.g. by coming in contact with jewellery,

If ba
keys, metallised paper or other metals, the battery 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.

Use the transmitters with an authorised rechargeable Li-Ion battery pack.

8.1 Locators Batteries

Locator Batteries

Changing the Battery

The DD120 series and DD130 series Locators are fitted with six LR6 (AA) alka­line ba

tteries

1. Replace or recharge the batteries

2. Press the release button to unlock

3. Replace all batteries with six new LR6

8.2 Charging the Li-Ion Battery Pack

Charging the battery

ck of the signal

pa
transmitter

☞

☞

1. Unscrew the fastener of the battery

If the battery pack of the signal transmitter is low and needs to be

echarged, the Low Battery LED indicator illuminates red.

r

The cover of the battery compartment also serves as cover for the
USB port. To maintain environmental protection open the cover only
in dry conditions. Always close the cover of the battery compartment
after use.

cover.

when the ba

ttery status indicator is

empty.

the Battery Hatch. Remove the bat­tery holder from the Locator.

(AA) type alkaline batteries, or
remove and recharge the battery
pack if rechargeable batteries are fit­ted.

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2. Lift the cover of the battery compart-

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100-240 V

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t and remove the Li-Ion battery pack.

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3. Connect the charger plug into the charge
jack on the battery pack.

4. Plug the connector into a suitable power
s

ource.

☞

The small LED next to the
charge jack flashes to indicate
that the battery pack is charg­ing. When the battery pack is
fully charged the LED is on
solid.

5. When the battery pack is fully charged,
dis

connect the charger and reinsert the
battery pack into the battery compart­ment.

6. Close the cover of the battery compart­t and tighten the fastener.

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•

he battery must be charged before using it for the first time because it is

First-time use/

harging batteries

c

Operation/
discharging

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delivered with an energy content as low as possible.

•

The permissible temperature range for charging is from 0 °C to +40 °C/
+32 °F to +104 °F. For optimal charging, we recommend charging the bat­teries at a low ambient temperature of +10 °C to +20 °C/+50 °F to +68 °F
if possible.

•

It is normal for the battery to become warm during charging. Using the
chargers recommended by Leica Geosystems, it is not possible to charge
the battery once the temperature is too high.

•

For new batteries or batteries that have been stored for a long time
(> three months), it is effectual to make only one charge/discharge cycle.

•

For Li-Ion batteries, a single discharging and charging cycle is sufficient. We
recommend carrying out the process when the battery capacity indicated
on the charger or on a Leica Geosystems product deviates significantly
from the actual battery capacity available.

•

he batteries can be operated from −20 °C to +55 °C/−4 °F to +131 °F.

T

•

Low operating temperatures reduce the capacity that can be drawn; high
operating temperatures reduce the service life of the battery.

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9 Functional Checks

9.1 Locator Health Check

Checking the function

Locator depth test

Leica Geosystems accepts no responsibility for maintenance and calibration

onducted by unauthorised persons.

c

☞

If the depth reading deviates from known depth of the test utility or
if an er

ror code is displayed, return the locator for service.

9.2 Locator Functional Check

Checking the function

Before any tests can be carried out it is vital to check the status of the unit, its

tteries and basic functionality.

ba

The following list is used to achieve this.

1. Inspection

•

Casing: The casing should be free of significant damage.

•

Labels: Body labels must be legible and intact. Display label must be free
of damage and tears.

•

Battery hatch: The hatch must lock into place.

•

Battery holder: All the battery contacts and springs on the holder must
be free of corrosion and the holder in good condition.

•

Battery contacts: The battery contacts must be free of corrosion.

Once the general condition of the Locator is established the Audio Visual test
can b

e performed.

Checking the function

2. Audio/Visual display test

on depressing the trigger the Locator should test the display and speakers

Up
by illuminating each segment in the bar display, the mode and function indica­tors and depth display, the battery indicator light will illuminate throughout the
display test. All LCDs must be operative and an audible output must be heard.

3. Battery/Functional self check

e is no response when the trigger is activated or the low battery illumi-

If ther
nates (or flashes) after the Audio / Visual display test, the batteries will have to
be replaced. Use alkaline batteries. Replace all of the batteries at the same
time.

The purpose of the following procedure is to verify the performance of the
Lo

cator. It is important that the test is conducted away from areas of electro­magnetic interference or over buried services with a large signal radiating off
them.

1. Switch the Locator on.

2. Whilst in Power mode hold down the i Button, until the settings are
displa

yed.

3. Using the Function Button toggle through the settings until EST is
displayed.

4. Press the i Button to activate the test.

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5. Observe the displayed output:

•

AS means unit is within set tolerances.

P

•

ERR means unit is outside set tolerances and may need servic­ing.

•

epeat the test in a different location if the units displays ERR.

☞

R

•

The Locator will automatically repeat the function test if it fails.

•

Repeated failure will indicate a faulty unit, which must be
returned for service.

Checking depth

dication

in
(DD120, DD130)

This test can be carried out provided the depth of a service on the test area is
known.

1. Switch the Locator on and ensure that it is in 33 kHz mode.

2. Position the Locator directly over and at right angle to the service.

3. Press and release the i Button to activate the depth measurement.

4. Record the depth.

5. If the depth reading deviates from the normal value or an error code
yed, the Locator should be returned for service.

☞

is displa

If any of these tests give no response or a significantly differ­ent response from normal, the Locator should be returned for
service.

9.3 Functional Check of the Transmitter

Checking the function

Before you carry out any tests, it is vital to check the status of the unit, its bat-

eries and its basic functionality. To achieve this, carry out the following proce-

t
dure:

☞

1. Inspect the general condition of the transmitter.

2. Once the general condition of the transmitter is established,

3. Perform a Battery check.

For this procedure, the cable set of the transmitter and a fully

ged battery pack are required.

char

•

The casing should be free of significant damage.

•

The cable set should be free of damage to the cable insulation
and clip shrouds. The clips should be free of corrosion.

•

Body labels must be legible and intact.

•

The cover of the battery compartment must lock into place.

•

All the battery contacts and springs of the compartment must be
free of corrosion and the compartment in good condition.

•

The battery contacts must be free of corrosion.

•

The cover of the USB port must be in place and provide the
required environmental protection.

perform the Audio/Visual test.
Turn on the transmitter. All LED indicators should light up and the
speaker should emit a tone.

Observe the Low Battery LED indicator and replace or recharge the
batteries if necessary.

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Checking the

formance

per

The purpose of the following procedure is to verify the performance of the

☞

☞

☞

☞

ter.

Conduct the test away from areas of electromagnetic interference or
over buried utilities with a large signal radiating off them.

to metal contact.

Keep holding the Frequency key until the test starts.

Induction Mode Test: The Frequency LED indicators light up one
after the other, showing the frequency on test.
Connection Mode Test: The Connection Mode LED indicator lights
up. The Frequency LED indicators light up, showing the frequencies
on test. The Connection Mode LED indicator turns off.

Test successful: A high-low pulsed tone is emitted three times. If
the test was done with low batteries, the Low Battery LED indicator
illuminates.
Test failed: A low-pitched tone is emitted. If the test was done with
low batteries, the Low Battery LED indicator illuminates.

•

If the Induction Mode failed: The respective Frequency LED indi­cator lights up.

•

If the Connection Mode failed: The Connection Mode LED indica­tor and the respective Frequency LED indicator light up.

If the performance check fails, ensure that the cable set of the
transmitter is fully engaged and the clips are connected.

If the performance check fails, the transmitter automatically repeats
it. Repeated failure indicates a faulty unit. Return the transmitter for
service.

The Signal Transmitters firmware can be updated to the latest stand­ard using DX Office Shield. It is important that DX Office Shield is
installed on a PC with Internet access.

transmit

1. Plug the transmitters cable set into the connection socket.

2. Connect the black and red cable clips together, ensuring good metal

3. Press and hold the Frequency key and turn on the transmitter.

4. Observe the displayed output during the performance check:

5. After the performance check, the transmitter displays the result:

9.4 Functional Check of the Trace Rod

Checking the
performance

The purpose of the following procedure is to verify the performance of the

e rod.

trac

☞

1. Plug the transmitters cable set into the connection socket.

2. Connect the red cable to the positive (+) terminal on the trace rod

3. Turn on the transmitter.

4. Use the Power Output key on the transmitter to adjust the power

For this procedure, the following system components are required:

•

A transmitter for generating the signal in the Sonde and Line
mode tests.

•

The cable set for the transmitter.

and the black cable to the negative (-) terminal.

output to minimum.
The transmitter should emit a constant tone.

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☞

If for any of these tests no output or a significantly different output
is displayed, return the trace rod for service.

9.5 Functional Check of the Sonde

Checking the function

Checking the

erformance

p

Before you carry out any tests, it is vital to check the status of the unit, its bat-

eries and its basic functionality. To achieve this, carry out the following proce-

t
dure:

1. Inspect the general condition of the sonde.

•

The casing should be free of significant damage.

•

The sealing ring and the screw thread should be intact.

2. Once the general condition of the sonde is established, per-

form the LED test.
Turn on the sonde. The LED indicator should light up.

3. Perform a Battery check.

If the LED indicator lights up faintly or if the sonde does not transmit
a signal, the batteries are probably low. Replace the batteries if nec­essary.

The purpose of the following procedure is to verify the performance of the

onde.

s

☞

For this procedure, the following system components are required:

•

•

cator to detect the signal of the sonde.

A lo
A work area free of utilities (as illustrated).

1. Set up the sonde for use at 33 kHz.

2. Turn on the locator. Set the locator to 33 kHz.

3. Aim the locator foot at the sonde.

☞

4. Set up the sonde for use at 8 kHz.

5. Turn on the locator. Set the locator to 8 kHz.

6. Aim the locator foot at the sonde.

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At a distance of 2 m/6.56 ft, the signal strength indicators
should displa

At a distance of 2 m/6.56 ft, the signal strength indicators
should display a peak reading.

y a peak reading.

☞

If for any of these tests no output or a significantly different output
is displa

yed, return the sonde for service.

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10 Care and Transport

10.1 Transport

Transport in the field

Transport in a road

le

vehic

Shipping

Shipping, transport of
batteries

When transporting the equipment in the field, always make sure that you carry

roduct in its original packaging or equivalent, and protect the equipment

the p
against shock and vibration.

Never carry the product loose in a road vehicle, as it can be affected by shock
and vib

For products for which no container is available use the original packaging or
its equivalent.

When transporting the product by rail, air or sea, always use the complete orig­inal Leica G
lent, to protect against shock and vibration.

When transporting or shipping batteries, the person responsible for the prod­uc
tions are observed. Before transportation or shipping, contact your local pas­senger or freight transport company.

ration. Always carry the product in its container and secure it.

t must ensure that the applicable national and international rules and regula-

10.2 Storage

Product

Respect the temperature limits when storing the equipment, particularly in
summer if the equip
information about temperature limits.

eosystems packaging, container and cardboard box, or its equiva-

ment is inside a vehicle. Refer to "11 Technical Data" for

Storing

Long-term battery storage is not recommended. If storage is necessary:

•

R

efer to "Technical Data" for information about storage temperature range.

•

Remove batteries from the product and the charger before storing.

•

After storage recharge batteries before using.

•

Protect batteries from damp and wetness. Wet or damp batteries must be
dried before storing or use.

•

A storage temperature range of 0°C to +30°C/+32°F to 86°F in a dry envi­ronment is recommended to minimise self-discharging of the battery.

•

At the recommended storage temperature range, batteries containing a
40% to 50% charge can be stored for up to one year. After this storage
period the batteries must be recharged.

•

Always try to use a ‘first-in first-out’ approach to minimise storage time.

10.3 Cleaning and Drying

Damp products

Cables and plugs

Dry the product, the transport container, the foam inserts and the accessories
a

t a temperature not greater than 40°C/104°F and clean them. Do not repack
until everything is dry. Always close the transport container when using in the
field.

Keep plugs clean and dry. Blow away any dirt lodged in the plugs of the con-

ting cables.

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11 Technical Data

11.1 Conformity to National Regulations

Conformity to

ional regulations

nat

•

C

C Part 15 (applicable in US)

F

•

Hereby, Leica Geosystems AG declares that the product/s is/are in com­pliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of
the applicable European Directives.
The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the fol­lowing Internet address:

11.2 Transmitter Technical Data

DA series signal
transmitters

Mode Output

Induction Up to 1 Watt max.

Connection mode Model dependent, up to 1 Watt or 3 Watt,

when co
impedance of 300 Ohms

Operating transmission
frequencies

Display panel LED Indicators:

Keypad 4 membrane push buttons

Audio 85 dBA @ 30 cm

Battery type 7.4 V Li-Ion pack

Typical operating time 3
Watt, 1 Watt

Dimensions 250 x 206 x 113 mm/9.84 x 8.11 x

Weight (incl. standard
accessories and batteries)

131.072 (131) kHz

32.768 (33) kHz

8.192 (8) kHz
512 Hz (DA230 series models)
640 Hz DA230 series models)

Battery low indicator
Connection mode
Frequency indicator
Power Output indicator

Induction mode:
Pulsed output with a differing rate for each
frequency
Connection mode:
Low - No output: pulsed output, differing
rate for each frequency
Good Connection output: constant tone,
pitch dependent on power output

15 hours at power level 2 connection mode

4.45 inches

2.38 kg with Li-Ion

nnected to a buried utility with an

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Mode Output

113 mm/4.45 inches

206 mm/8.11 inches

250 mm/9.84 inches

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Temperature Operating -20°C to +50°C, -4°F to +122°F

torage -40°C to +70°C, -40°F to +158°F

S

Protection against water,

Conforms to IP67 lid open or closed

dust and sand

Humidity 95% RH non condensing

The effects of condensation are to be effec­tively counteracted by periodically drying out
the product.

Approvals CE, FCC

Dimensions

Charger

Battery pack

Description A100 Lithium Ion

Charger

A140 Lithium Ion
Charger

Type Li-Ion battery charger Li-Ion battery charger

Input voltage 100 V AC-240 V AC,

50 Hz-

60 Hz

12 V DC

Output voltage 12 V DC 12 V DC

Output current 3.0 A 5.0 A

Polarity Shaft: negative, Tip:

positive

Shaft: negative, Tip:
positive

Description D Series Lithium-Ion Battery pack

Type Li-Ion battery pack

Input voltage 12 V DC

Input current 2.5 A

Charge time 5 hours (maximum) at 20°C

11.3 Locator Technical Data

DD120, DD130 loca­tors

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Operating frequencies

Mode Frequency

Power 50 Hz or 60 Hz mains electrical and

harmo

nics

Radio 15 kHz to 60 kHz

Auto Power, Radio, 33 kHz

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Transmitter 32.768 (33) kHz

8.192 (
512 Hz (DD130 series models)
640 Hz (DD130 series models)

Depth estimation

Locator DD120 series DD130 series

Depth range Line 0.3 m to 3 m Line 0.3 m to 3 m

Line 0.3 m to 3 m Sonde 0.1 to 9.99 m

Depth accuracy

torted signal

Undis

General technical data

Mode Output

Display panel Monochrome

Keypad 2 membrane push buttons

Audio 85 dBA @ 30 cm

10% 10%

ower, Radio and Auto mode:

P
Continuous tone (different pitch for each
mode).

8) kHz

8 kHz and 33 kHz mode: All tones are differ-

t.

en
Pulsed tone (different pitch for each mode).

512 Hz and 640 Hz mode:

ulsed tone (different pitch for each mode).

P

All tones are different.

Battery type 6 × LR6 (AA) alkaline

Typical operating time 15 hours constant use at 20 °C/68 °F

Dimensions 85 x 250 x 760 mm/3.4 x 10 x 30 inches

Weight (incl. batteries) 2.7 kg with batteries

Temperature Operating -20 °C to +50 °C, -4 °F to +122 °F

Storage -40 °C to +70 °C, -40 °F to +158 °F

Protection against water,
dust and sand

Humidity 95% RH non condensing

Conforms to IP54

The effects of condensation are to be effec­tively counteracted by periodically drying out
the product.

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760 mm/30 Inches

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210 mm/8.3 Inches

490 mm/19.3 Inches

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11.4 Conductive Rod Technical Data

Conductive rod

Dimensions

Description Value

Typical detection range Both modes, line and sonde: Typical

3.0 m/

10 ft

Tracing distance 50 m/165 ft; 80 m/263 ft (maximum). Reel

length dependant.

Operating transmission

Dependent on transmitter

frequencies

Dimensions 440 x 210 x 490 mm/ 17.3 x 8.3 x

19.3 inches

Weight 50 m: 4 kg/8.8 lbs

80 m: 4.7 kg/10.4 lbs

11.5 Property Plug Connector Technical Data

Property plug
conn

ector

Mode Output

Operating transmission

32.768 (33) kHz

frequencies

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Mode Output

100 mm/3.9 Inches

80 mm/3.1 Inches

Temperature Operating -20°C to +50°C, -4°F to +122°F

torage -40°C to +70°C, -40°F to +158°F

S

Protection against water,
dust and sand

Humidity 95% RH non condensing

Dimensions 100 x 80 mm/3.9 x 3.1 inches

Weight 0.15 kg/0.3 lbs

IP54 (IEC 60529) Dust-protected

The effects of condensation are to be effec­tively counteracted by periodically drying out
the product.

Dimensions

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Europe

lbania

A
Austria
Belgium
Belarus
Croatia
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Denmark
Estonia
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Hungary
Iceland
Ireland
Italy
Latvia
Lithuania
Luxemburg
Moldavia
Netherlands
Norway
Poland
Portugal
Romania
Russia
Slovakia
Slovenia
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
Ukraine
United Kingdom

230 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
240 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz

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World Frequency

ones

Z

North America

Canada

ed States

Unit

Mexico

Central America

Bahamas

Barbados

Belize

Bermuda

Costa Rica

Cuba

Dominican Republic

El Salvador

Guatemala

Haiti

Honduras

Jamaica

Netherland Antilles

Nicaragua

Panama

Puerto Rico

Trinidad & Tobago

Virgin Islands

South America

Ar

gentina
Bolivia
Brazil
Chile
Colombia
Ecuador
French Guiana
Guyana
Paraguay
Peru
Surinam
Uruguay
Venezuela

Australia, Oceania

Aus

tralia
Fiji Islands
New Zealand
Solomon Island
Tonga

120 V / 60 Hz
120 V / 60 Hz
120 V / 50 Hz, 60 Hz

115 V / 60 Hz
115 V / 50 Hz
110-220 V / 60 Hz
115 V / 60 Hz
120 V / 60 Hz
115-120 V / 60 Hz
110-220 V / 60 Hz
120-240 V / 60 Hz
115-230 V / 60 Hz
110-220 V / 60 Hz
110-220 V / 60 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
110-127 V / 50 Hz
120 V / 60 Hz
120 V / 60 Hz
120 V / 60 Hz
115-230 V / 60 Hz
120 V / 60 Hz

230 V / 50 Hz
110 V / 50 Hz
110-127-220 V / 60 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
110-220 V / 60 Hz
110-220 V / 60 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
110-240 V / 60 Hz
220 V / 60 Hz
220 V / 60 Hz
110-127 V / 60
220 V / 50 Hz
120-240 V / 60 Hz

240 V / 50
240 V / 50
230 V / 50 H
240 V / 50
230 V / 50 H

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Africa

lgeria

A
Angola
Benin
Botswana
Burkina Faso
Burundi
Cameroon
Central Africa Republic
Chad
Congo
Dahomey
Egypt
Ethiopia
Gabon
Gambia
Ghana
Ivory Coast
Kenya
Lesotho
Liberia
Libya
Malawi
Mali
Mauritania
Mauritius
Marocco
Mozambique
Namibia
Niger
Nigeria
Rwanda
Senegal
Sierra Leone
Somalia
South Africa
Sudan
Swaziland
Tanzania
Togo
Tunesia
Uganda
Zaire
Zambia
Zimbabwe

127-220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
127-220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
240 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
240 V / 50 Hz
220-240 V / 50 Hz
120 V / 60 Hz
115-220 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
127-220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
110 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
220-240 V / 50 Hz
240 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
127-220 V / 50 Hz
127-220 V / 50 Hz
240 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz

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Asia

bu Dhabi

A
Afghanistan
Armenia
Azerbaijan
Bahrain
Bangladesh
Brunei
Cambodia
China
Georgia
Hong Kong
India
Indonesia
Iran
Iraq
Israel
Japan
Jordan
Kazakhstan
Kirgizstan
Korea (North)
Korea (South)
Kuwait
Laos
Lebanon
Malaysia
Myanmar
Oman
Pakistan
Philippines
Qatar
Saudi Arabia
Singapore
Sri Lanka
Syria
Taiwan
Tajikistan
Thailand
Turkey
Turkmenistan
United Arab Emirates
Uzbekistan
Vietnam
Yemen

230 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
110-230 V / 50 Hz, 60 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
240 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
230-250 V / 50 Hz, 60 Hz
127-220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
110-220 V / 50 Hz, 60 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
110-220 V / 60 Hz
240 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
110-220 V / 50 Hz
240 V / 50 Hz
240 V / 50 Hz
240 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
110-220 V / 60 Hz
240 V / 50 Hz
127-220 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
230 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
110-220 V / 60 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz
110-220 V / 50 Hz
220 V / 50 Hz

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