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DX-300 – DIVER HELD MAGNETOMETER

User Manual

UNDERSEA DETECTION EQUIPMENT

DX-300

DIVER HELD

MAGNETOMETER

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Operating Instructions

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This manual is copyright © 2014 Aquascan Int. Ltd, all rights reserved. This document must not be
replicated in whole or part without the prior express permission of Aquascan International Ltd.

Issue date
24th June 2014

AQUASCAN INTERNATIONAL LTD.
AQUASCAN HOUSE
HILL STREET
NEWPORT.
SOUTH WALES. UK
NP20 1LZ

Tel: +44 1633 841117
Fax: +44 1633 254829
Email:

[email protected]

Website :

www.aquascan.co.uk

Summary of Contents for DX-300

Page 1: ...Aquascan Int Ltd all rights reserved This document must not be replicated in whole or part without the prior express permission of Aquascan International Ltd Issue date 24th June 2014 AQUASCAN INTERNATIONAL LTD AQUASCAN HOUSE HILL STREET NEWPORT SOUTH WALES UK NP20 1LZ Tel 44 1633 841117 Fax 44 1633 254829 Email info aquascan co uk Website www aquascan co uk ...

Page 2: ... Charging the batteries 8 Underwater Operation 9 Care and Maintenance 10 Battery Care Checking Battery Performance Status 12 Troubleshooting Guide No Response from the DX 300 Module Erratic Performance from the DX 300 Module 14 DX 300 Specifications 15 DX 300 Accessories 17 DX 300 Optional Accessories 18 DX 300 Professional Kit 19 Manufacturer Contact Information 20 EC Declaration of Conformity Pr...

Page 3: ...f the pipe or cable E O D Security There are unlimited applications in all types of underwater investigation for the presence of ordinance weapons etc Salvage The DX 300 is a useful tool for the successful recovery of lost items either in low visibility or where lost in soft sediment It is the ideal tool to complement surface operated searching The tool most requested by users of boat towed magnet...

Page 4: ...ial areas or under transformers and high tension power lines will generally give the user problems with false readings In the water it is just important to be clear of any influence that may be generated by a large steel vessel and of course equipment on the diver such as a steel dive cylinder If you are searching for small items of debris such as a cannonball a pistol a hand tool you will probabl...

Page 5: ...ity of the DX 300 and how to use the controls It is much easier to learn to operate the unit without the challenges of limited visibility restrictive dive equipment currents etc So please take the time to perform this Initial Testing of your unit before venturing into the water with it 1 Charging the batteries The DX 300 is supplied only partially charged and will require a full 14 hours charging ...

Page 6: ...has elapsed if the unit just requires a top up charge NB The operational usage time on a full charge with a healthy battery pack will be in the order of 24 hours recharging will require a 1 hour charge time for each 2 hours of usage in other words a 2 1 usage charge time to replenish Some earlier types of charger had a 6 hour time out period requiring the charger to be switched off and back on to ...

Page 7: ...s so just start turning one way until you either reach the audio threshold or the stop point of the control If you reach the stop point without finding the audio threshold start turning the other way until you do Once you have found the audio threshold the first time you test the unit the SET AUDIO control should be in the near vicinity of the correct location for future uses so you will normally ...

Page 8: ...d in a number of ways the choice will be influenced by the conditions and diver preference The most obvious choice is worn clipped to any suitable location on the diver with the D Ring mounting system provided with the unit Other options include the quick release belt harness strapping it to the upper arm or mounting it to the DX 300 Armsaver optional accessory supplied with the Professional syste...

Page 9: ...lugs make sure that the unit is switched off and wash down with clean fresh water NEVER use chemicals to clean your DX 300 as these will damage o rings and seals which can cause them to fail and allow the incursion of water into the control unit 2 Remove the Sensor Probe and Bonephone Headphones plugs from the bulkhead sockets and make sure the Rubber Seal is free from sand or other debris remove ...

Page 10: ...formance it is important to charge your DX 300 periodically when not in use Checking Battery Pack Performance Note For routine maintenance this should be carried out every three months The recommended procedure is as follows 1 0 Connect the Sensor Probe to your DX 300 module 1 1 Power on your DX 300 and leave it on overnight to fully discharge the battery 1 2 Power off the DX 300 and disconnect th...

Page 11: ...age will result in total lack of functionality 2 Check that both Sensor Probe and Bonephone are correctly connected 3 Try using an alternative Bonephone AQ1B Headphones 4 Try using an alternative Sensor Probe if available 5 Check that both the Sensor Probe and Bonephone are in good condition Check by substitution if possible or by monitoring the nominal resistance of Bonephone Headphones Connectin...

Page 12: ...ne are clean If necessary reduce the contact resistance by slightly prising the gap in the male contacts this will increase the firmness of the connector on insertion 4 Check for visible damage to Sensor Probe cable and connector which could have caused water ingress 5 Check that the male connector seals are in place and clean 6 If you are unable to determine the cause of the erratic behaviour con...

Page 13: ...mm Probe Length 750mm CABLE Construction Twin core shield Diameter 6 7mm Sheath Polyurethane Length 2m approx 6ft POWER Power Internal Rechargeable 2200 NiMH battery Charger Universal 100 250v AC Charge time from empty 14Hrs CONTROLS Power On Off Incorporated with Sensitivity Sensitivity Switch Off Low Med High Extra High Set Audio Multi turn Pot WEIGHTS Control Unit 1Kg Probe Cable 0 72Kg Basic o...

Page 14: ...Headphones feature an adjustable volume control and a comfortable fit for the user AQ 4 062 DX 300 Bonephone with extending flex cable This version is in all other respects the same as the AQ 4 061 The option of a flexible cable that will extend and retract is preferred by some divers particularly in low visibility conditions to minimise the risk of the cable fouling any obstructions AQ 4 031 DX 3...

Page 15: ...h 100v to 250v AC 50 60HZ input voltage range this unit is used to recharge the internal battery pack of the DX 300 Control Module The charger can be supplied with option of US UK or European type Power Connector in the form of a push fit shoe or as a conventional power lead DX 300 Control unit ...

Page 16: ...TOMETER User Manual 16 DX 300 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Optional DX 300 Armsaver probe extended Optional DX 300 Armsaver probe retracted DX 300 Control Unit mounted in optional Armsaver Close up of DX 300 Armsaver Probe connection ...

Page 17: ... Manual 17 DX 300 Professional Kit Includes Transit Storage case for DX 300 Control Unit Sensor Probe D Ring Waist Belt Charger Bonephone Underwater Headphones and Armsaver kit DX 300 PROFESSIONAL KIT DX 300 Professional Kit Case closed ...

Page 18: ...equipment or to arrange a repair please use the following contact information Mailing Address Aquascan International Limited Aquascan House Hill Street Newport South Wales NP20 1LZ United Kingdom Tel 44 0 1633 841117 Fax 44 0 1633 254829 E mail Sales Enquiries sales aquascan co uk General Inquiries info aquascan co uk Technical Support support aquascan co uk Website www aquascan co uk ...

Page 19: ...claration will lose its authority Equipment description Diver Held Magnetometer Model DX 300 Manufacturer Aquascan International Ltd Aquascan House Hill Street Newport NP20 1LZ S Wales Tel 44 0 1633 841117 Fax 44 0 1633 254829 Email info aquascan co uk Applicable directives EN 55011 General Emission Standard Class A Group 1 EN 50082 Generic Immunity Standard Part 2 A technical construction file fo...

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