i5000 Receiver - Operations Manual
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2 Quick Start Guide for the Experience User
1. Turn the Receiver ON
Push the Power ON button to switch on the
i5000
receiver. The Metrotech welcome screen is
displayed for a few seconds. This screen also displays the model number and the software
revision number.
Figure 2-1
i5000
Welcome Screen
The receiver display then reverts to the main locating screen. The receiver is ready to perform
locates.
Figure 2-2 Line Locate Operational Display Screen
2. Select the Frequency
Press the
soft key to select the desired locating frequency. If the receiver detects a
transmitter signal, the numerical field strength and the left/right guidance needle respond to
movements of the receiver.
3. Determine the Center Line Position
Use the field strength readings and the left/right guidance needle to determine the centerline
position of the target line being located.
Display Legend
a.
4-Way Navigation Button
b.
Soft Keys
c. Distance Sensitive Left/Right
Guidance™ Needle
d.
Auto or Manual Gain
e.
Signal Select™
f. Active
Frequency
g.
Bluetooth
®
ON
h.
Guidance Compass™
i.
Numerical Field Signal Strength
j.
Graphical Field Signal Strength
k. Power ON button
Power
ON
Button
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ⓘ
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