Locator Operating Modes:
Generator/ Transmitter Mode
In Generator/ Transmitter Mode the Locator detects conductors
radiating a signal applied by the Generator/ Transmitter or detects
a signal radiated by a sonde.
The Generator/ Transmitter provides a means of applying a known
signal to buried metallic services which can then be detected using
the Locator. By detecting this signal it is possible to locate, trace
and identify the pipes or cables that may be carrying it.
There are a variety of methods by which the Generator/ Transmitter
signal can be applied to buried services:
Direct Connection using leads connected to the Generator/
Transmitter.
Induction without physically connecting to a service via the
Generator/ Transmitter radiated signal.
Signal Clamp connected to the Generator/ Transmitter.
Signal Injector connected to the Generator/ Transmitter.
Signal Hopping using the Direct Connection leads to couple onto
a service without physically connecting.
WARNING
Locators can only detect services radiating a detectable electromagnetic signal.
There may be some services that do not radiate these signals and cannot be located.
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Direct Connection
Induction
