
RD8000 Operation Manual 13
Section 5. –
Bluetooth
®
features
5.3 Pairing to a PC (SurveyCERT)
All RD8000 models can connect to a compatible PC via
the receiver’s integrated
Bluetooth
®
module. Connecting
to a PC allows you to analyze your survey data with
Radiodetection’s SurveyCERT software or process it for
analysis using commercial GIS packages.
5.3.1 Connection requirements
Any RD8000 receiver.
A PC desktop or notebook computer running
Windows XP with Service Pack 2.*
USB
Bluetooth
®
dongle or integrated
Bluetooth
®
module.
+
SurveyCERT for Windows XP
* Windows XP64 and Windows 2000 are not supported
at this time.
+
Integrated
Bluetooth
®
modules may vary in performance,
depending on the make or module of your notebook
computer. Radiodetection recommends using a USB
Bluetooth dongle.
NOTE: Your
Bluetooth
®
hardware (USB or integrated)
must support the
Bluetooth
®
Serial Port Profile to
successfully pair with the RD8000 receiver.
5.3.2 Pairing
Bluetooth
®
devices must be paired before use. The
following procedure provides an example of how to pair
the RD8000 receiver with your PC
NOTE: This procedure is a guide only! The procedure
for pairing your device may differ with your brand of
computer or USB
Bluetooth
®
dongle. Consult your
computer or USB dongle’s user documentation for
more information.
To pair your device:
On the RD8000 receiver:
Press the key to switch on the unit.
Press the key to enter the menu.
Press the or arrows to select the BT option.
Press the key to enter the BT menu.
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5.1 About wireless connections
The RD8000 features a
Bluetooth
®
wireless module.
All RD8000 locators feature as standard the ability to
connect to a PC or PDA. Selected RD8000 models
feature iLOC, which allows wireless control over the
transmitter by the receiver.
NOTE: The RD8000 wireless features maybe subject to
national and or local regulations. Please consult your
local authorities for more information.
WARNING! Do not attempt any wireless
connection in areas where such technology
is considered hazardous. This may include:
petrochemical facilities, medical facilities or around
navigation equipment.
5.2 SurveyCERT™
SurveyCERT is a Radiodetection application for Pocket
PC and Windows XP. SurveyCERT can read and chart
logged survey data for real-time or post survey analysis.
When used with a GPS receiver, SurveyCERT
automatically appends survey data with positional
information.
SurveyCERT and the SurveyCERT operation manual is
available as a free download from
www.radiodetection.com
To download SurveyCERT:
Visit www.radiodetection.com.
Using the menu bar, go to Support ->
SurveyCERT -> RD8000.
SurveyCERT is bundled with Centros Manager.
Follow the instructions on the page to download
and install Centros Manager.
NOTE: By downloading and using Centros Manager
you agree to the terms and conditions, which are
published on the website.
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