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Using the Signal Generator/ Transmitter
Using the Locator in Power and Radio Modes will only allow you to locate and mark the position
of buried services that are producing a Power signal or re-radiating a Radio signal.
Use of the Signal Generator/Transmitter should enable most, if not all, of the remaining buried metallic
services to be detected and traced. This section explains the various ways in which the Signal
Generator/Transmitter can be used.
It also shows how to use those accessories that allow the Signal Generator/Transmitter to be directly
connected to specific services.
Direct Connection
- Physically connecting the Signal Generator/Transmitter to a service is the most
effective way to transfer the signal onto that service and the best way to trace the route of that service.
Signal Clamp
- The Signal Clamp is an accessory that allows the Signal Generator/Transmitter signal
to be applied to a specific cable without having to make electrical contact with that cable.
Although the Signal Clamp is not physically fixed to the cable we still consider it as
a Connection method because it is using the Signal Generator/Transmitter in Connection Mode.
Signal Injector
- The Signal Injector is an accessory that allows the Signal Generator/Transmitter
signal to be safely applied to an electrical system via a conventional 3-pin power socket.
This signal will then be detectable on the buried supply cable outside the building.
Induction
- Induction is a method of applying a signal to a service to which there is no direct access.
NOTE
The Locator should always be handled and operated according to the instructions
shown in the ‘Using the Locator’ section unless specifically shown otherwise in this section.
NOTE
SGA4 Signal Generators will always switch on at higher power output, continuous signal and loud audio setting.
NOTE
SGV4 Signal Generators and MXT4 Transmitters will switch on to the last used settings.
NOTE
SGV4 Signal Generators and MXT4 Transmitters have a display backlight that is activated
each time any control button is pressed. The display will remain illuminated for 15 seconds.
