PCM
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Operation Manual 9
3.2 Software revision
and calibration date
The current software revision and last calibration date
can be accessed on the PCM
+
receiver. To do this hold
down the Function key while switching on the PCM
+
.
The screen will momentarily display the following:
Date of last calibration in the format month/year
Software revision number
Note: Calibration date is the bottom number.
3.3 Setting Controls
The Setting Controls allows the user to configure the
PCM
+
receiver’s configuration settings.
When the receiver is switched on, momentarily press the
On/Off key to enter the menu options.
When the menu appears, use the Up and Down keys to
scroll through available features.
To select a required setting, press the On/Off key and
then use the Up and Down keys to scroll through the
available options.
Selectable Options
Volume: 4 levels. VOL 0 mutes the speaker and
VOL 3 sets the volume to its loudest setting.
Warning! To avoid possible injury, always test the
audio level prior to using earphones.
BLUT. Bluetooth option menu. Select Off to
switch Bluetooth radio off. Select Auto to switch
Bluetooth on; note in Auto mode the Receiver will
connect to a paired device. Select Pair to pair the
receiver to a compatible Bluetooth device.
SEND: Sends logged data over a
Bluetooth
®
connection into Radiodetection’s SurveyCERT
application.
DEL?: Erases the data log file.
BATT: Select either Alkaline or NiMh batteries.
PWR?: Selects the power mode frequency to
either 50 or 60Hz.
UNIT: Select either Metric or Imperial
measurements.
SIGL: Select either NORM or LOW. NORM is
sufficient for most applications. Select LOW if
working in poor conditions.
TIME: Selects time for the inactivity timer and can
be set to OFF, 5 mins, 10 mins or 20 mins.
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VIEW: Allows the user to review stored log data.
ACCE: Selects either SDDA (submersible double
depth antenna) or STH (stethoscope) accessories.
3.4 Batteries
The LCD provides a battery level indicator. When battery
replacement is necessary, display shows flashing battery
symbol. The expected battery life with normal use is 30
hours. When using alkaline batteries always use good
quality batteries.
To replace batteries unlatch the battery compartment
cover and slide out the tray. Insert two D-cell Alkaline or
Ni-Cad batteries.
Note: When installing batteries always observe the
correct battery polarity as indicated on the battery
holder.
3.5 Operating Frequency Modes
Press the Function key to move through the choice of
operating frequencies.
Mapping Modes
In each of the modes below a 4Hz current measurement
can be made using the PCM
+
receiver.
ELF
Extra Low Frequency
128Hz/98Hz
ELCD Extra Low Frequency and
Current Direction Arrows
128Hz/98Hz
LFCD Low Frequency and
Current Direction Arrows
512Hz/640Hz
CPS Cathodic Protection Locate Signal 100Hz/120Hz
8kHz 8kHz locate Signal
8192Hz
The PCM
+
transmitter does not output an 8kHz signal.
This can be supplied using Radiodetection battery
powered transmitters.
Extra Locate Modes
Power: Detects 50Hz/60Hz from power cables.
CPS: Detects 100Hz/120Hz ripple from CP transformer
rectifier.
Left/Right Indication
Indicates direction to pipe centre in Null mode.
This is useful for fast pipe tracing and checking for
interference.
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