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The PATHFINDER PLS
r
eceiver
is capable of locating power utility frequencies. This MODE is useful
for locating underground primary and secondary power utilities. In certain circumstances, this
MODE will also locate water pipes, sewer lines, cable television, and telephone. The reason is
that common electrical grounds are sometimes found among these various utilities. Select 50Hz
or 60Hz frequency on the
r
eceiver
. PINPOINT PEAK mode will automatically be selected as the
preferred method to locate the conductor in passive power mode.
This method is useful because of its speed and convenience. Start at a known reference point
and keep in mind that other conductors in the area may produce this same locating signal.
The
T
ransmiTTer
is not required to locate in this mode.
Note: The unit of depth measurement determines the selection of either 50Hz or 60Hz passive
mode. The unit is configured for 50Hz when in Metric Measurement mode and 60Hz when in
English Measurement Mode. To change unit of measurement press and hold the frequency
button for 10 seconds, when released the unit will toggle measurement units.
The PATHFINDER PLS
r
eceiver
is capable of passively locating metallic utilities where radio
frequencies have coupled to the utility. This mode is useful for sweeping a green area for
utilities. In certain circumstances, this mode will locate water pipes, cable television, gas lines
and telephone. This locating option does not always detect buried utilities even when radio
frequencies are present. This method is useful because of its speed and convenience. Start at
a known reference point and keep in mind that other conductors in the area may produce this
same locating signal.
The
T
ransmiTTer
is not required to locate in this mode.
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assive
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The PATHFINDER PLS RECEIVER is capable of locating the rectified signal of Cathodically Protected
utilities at 120Hz and 100Hz. This method is useful because of its speed and convenience. Start at a known
reference point and keep in mind that other conductors in the area may produce this same locating signal.
Note: The unit of depth measurement determines the selection of either 100Hz or 120Hz passive mode.
The unit is configured for 100Hz when in Metric Measurement mode (for 50Hz power) and 120Hz (for
60Hz power) when in English Measurement Mode. To change unit of measurement press and hold the
frequency button for 10 seconds, when released the unit will toggle measurement units.
The TRANSMITTER is not required to locate in this mode.
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assive
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