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Helpful Hints
• As a general guideline, using lower frequencies with
the least amount of current and a clear signal will
produce the best locating results. Start with a low
frequency if tracing long distances or when receiving
too much bleed-over onto other utilities.
• The ST-33Q+ will generate frequencies as low as
128 Hz in Direct Connect Mode. The ST-33Q+ will
allow custom frequencies as low as 10 Hz.
• In general, 8 kHz offers a good starting point when
using the ST-33Q+ in Direct Connect Mode. When
using Inductive Mode, 33 kHz will likely be the best
starting frequency.
• The ST-33Q+ will generate frequencies as high as
490 kHz (95 kHz in the European version). High fre-
quency signals are especially valuable when tracing
a line with interruption (such as a gasket or dam-
aged insulation). Unlike low frequency signals, high
frequency signals can “jump” some barriers and con-
tinue without appreciable dissipation.
• When using Inductive Clamp Mode, use higher fre-
quencies since the signal must overcome additional
resistance.
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Target
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Customizing Settings
Access the Tools Menu
from the Main Menu to
customize the following settings:
LCD Setting
In the Tools Menu select the LCD Setting option
to adjust the brightness of the LCD screen. Press the Left
and Right Arrow keys to adjust the brightness.
Audio Setting
In the Tools Menu highlight the Audio icon
, and press
the Select key to toggle between on and off. Audio is
on by default every time the ST-33Q+ is powered on.
Auto-shutdown Setting
The ST-33Q+ has an auto-shutdown feature that powers
off the unit if a key is not pressed after a specified peri-
od of time.
In the Tools Menu highlight the Auto-shutdown icon
to cycle through the auto-shutdown intervals.
Press the Menu key to save the selection and exit.
During auto-shutdown, press any key on the keypad to
restart the countdown.
Frequencies
Select the Frequencies option
from the Tools
Menu to exclude default frequencies from the active fre-
quency list. The ST-33Q+ lists active frequencies in the
Main Menu for frequencies used most often and for fre-
quencies that may require quick access.
Select frequencies within the Frequencies Menu to ap-
pear in the Main Menu list. Deselect frequencies in the
Main Menu list to appear in the Frequencies Menu. Press
the Up and Down Arrow keys
to highlight a frequen-
cy and press the Select key to enable and disable it.
The frequency in the list will have an arrow icon when
enabled and an “x” when disabled.
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