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Preface

About this guide

This guide provides basic operating instructions for the RD7000 receiver and transmitter. 
Please read this guide in its entirety before attempting to operate the RD7000.
This guide is intended as a portable reference only. For detailed instructions, please  
refer to the RD7000 operation manual, which is available for download from  
www.radiodetection.com. To download the manual go to the Library section, which 
is accessible via the menu; next go to Cable and Pipe Locators and then select User 
Manuals and click the RD7000 Operation Manual link.
The online User Manual library also contains links to the SurveyCERT™ and eCAL™ 
manuals.

Copyright statement

This user guide is Copyright 2008 Radiodetection Ltd. Radiodetection is a subsidiary of 
SPX Corporation, all rights reserved.

Trademarks

RD7000, RD4000, flexitrax and eCAL are trademarks of Radiodetection Ltd.

Important notices

When reporting any problems to your Radiodetection Dealer or Supplier it is important to 
quote the unit serial number and the purchase date.

 WARNING! This equipment is NOT approved for use in areas where hazardous 

gases may be present. 

 WARNING! When using the transmitter�� swit�h off the unit and dis�onne�t

When using the transmitter�� swit�h off the unit and dis�onne�t 

�ables before removing the battery pa�k.

Reduce audio level before using the earpiece.
Batteries should be disposed of in accordance with your company’s work practice, and/
or any relevant laws or guidelines in your country.
This instrument, or family of instruments, will not be permanently damaged by 
reasonable electrostatic discharge and has been tested in accordance with IEC 801-2. 
However, in extreme cases temporary malfunction may occur. If this happens, switch off, 
wait and switch on again. If the instrument still malfunctions, disconnect the batteries for 
five seconds and then reinstall and switch the unit on.

Summary of Contents for RD7000

Page 1: ...User Guide ...

Page 2: ...ks RD7000 RD4000 flexitrax and eCAL are trademarks of Radiodetection Ltd Important notices When reporting any problems to your Radiodetection Dealer or Supplier it is important to quote the unit serial number and the purchase date WARNING This equipment is NOT approved for use in areas where hazardous gases may be present WARNING When using the transmitter switch off the unit and disconnect cables...

Page 3: ...cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment To comply with the FCC RD explore compliance requirements this device and its antenna must not be co located or op...

Page 4: ...RD7000 receiver 4 2 1 6 7 8 9 3 5 8 10 11 12 14 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 ...

Page 5: ... strength Peak arrows Indicates the location of the line relative to the receiver Battery icon Indicates the battery level Volume icon Displays the volume level Fault Find arrows PL and TL only Radio Mode Indicates when Radio Mode is active Power Mode Indicates when Power Mode is active Accessory indicator Indicates when an accessory is connected A Frame icon Indicates when the A Frame is connecte...

Page 6: ...Tx1 Tx3 and Tx10 transmitters 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 6 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 ...

Page 7: ...smitter is in Standby Mode Output level Displays transmitter output power Clamp icon Indicates when a clamp is connected DC icon Appears when the transmitter is powered from a DC source Induction indicator Appears when the transmitter is in Induction Mode A Frame Indicates when the transmitter is in Fault Find Mode 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 CD Mode indicator Indicates that the transmitte...

Page 8: ... to your personal preferences and operating requirements before you conduct your first survey You can set the system up using the RD7000 menu as described below Before changing settings ensure the receiver or transmitter is switched on by pressing the keypad Power Key for two seconds Power mains frequency Select the correct frequency 50 or 60Hz for your country or region s national power supply To...

Page 9: ...rows to select Metric or Imperial units Press the Left arrow to accept your selection and return to the main menu Press the Power Key to return to the main operation screen Battery The RD7000 receiver and transmitter support both NiMH or ALK batteries It is important that you set the system to match the currently installed battery type to ensure optimal performance and correct battery level indica...

Page 10: ...ow returns to the previous menu Note When you select an option and press the Left arrow the option will be enabled automatically To navigate the receiver menu First power up the receiver Press the Power button to enter the menu Use the Up and Down arrows to scroll through the menu options Press the Right arrow to enter the option s submenu Press the Left arrow to return to the previous level Press...

Page 11: ... the transmitter system language BOOST Boosts transmitter output for a specified period of time in minutes FREQ Enable or disable individual frequencies Using accessories Both the transmitter and receiver are compatible with a wide range of accessories including all RD4000 accessories Use clamps to help apply a signal to pipeline or live wire Use an A Frame to provide the RD7000 receiver with adva...

Page 12: ...od provides the best signal on an individual line and enables the use of lower frequencies which can be traced for longer distances Connecting the transmitter to a pipe or line requires the use of a direct connection lead or clamp and a ground stake to complete the circuit WARNING Direct connection to live wires is POTENTIALLY LETHAL Direct connections should be attempted by fully qualified person...

Page 13: ... only the main peak signal detectable With the receiver sensitivity set as desired propel the sonde along three or four meters and stop Place the receiver over the estimated position of the sonde and Hold the receiver vertically with the blade in line with the sonde Move the receiver backwards and forwards with the blade s orientation parallel to the sonde Stop when the bar graph indicates a clear...

Page 14: ...alibration settings For more information visit www radiodetection com The receiver and transmitter are designed so that they do not require regular calibration However as with all safety equipment it is recommended that they are serviced at least once a year either at Radiodetection or an approved repair center Radiodetection products including this user guide are under continuous development and ...

Page 15: ...an exchange basis and will be either new or refurbished to be functionally equivalent to new In the event this exclusive remedy is deemed to have failed of its essential purpose Radiodetection s liability shall not exceed the purchase price of the Radiodetection product In no event will Radiodetection be liable for any direct indirect special incidental consequential or punitive damages including ...

Page 16: ...not provided with the product or incorrectly installed software the condition of or defects in systems with which the product is used or incorporated except other RD products designed to be used with the product use of the product with accessories peripheral equipment and other products of a type a b c d i ii iii iv v vi vii condition and standard other than prescribed by RD repair or attempted re...

Page 17: ...nuous development and are subject to change we reserve the right to alter or amend any published specification without notice Copyright 2008 Radiodetection Limited All rights reserved Radiodetection Ltd is a subsidiary of SPX 90 UG078ENG 02 ...

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