Locating Push Camera Cable Quick Guide
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Introduction
This guide describes using the VM-550FF 1-watt, and the Loc3-5Tx 5-watt transmitters to locate the pushrod cable on the Type-MX and
Type-CP cable reels. The locator being used is the vLoc3-Cam receiver, but users of the full range of Vivax-Metrotech locators will also
find it useful.
Transmitter Operational Controls
The
VM-550FF Transmitter
is a multi-frequency 1-watt transmitter. The FF and two low frequencies are not relevant for this application;
only the high frequency of
83kHz
should be used. The locate frequency is applied by direct connection or induction. For this application,
the
direct connection method
must be used.
VM-550FF What's in the box
1. VM-550FF Transmitter
2. Ground stake
3. Direct connection lead
4. Transmitter carry strap
5. 4 x D Cell alkaline batteries
VM-550FF Connection Block
1. Direct connection socket
2. Socket cover
VM-550FF Overview
1. On/Off button
2. Output power select and indicator
3. Speaker volume select
4. Speaker
5. Battery housing cover
6. Connection lead socket
7. Frequency select
8. Frequency selected indicators
9. Battery cover retaining screws
VM-550FF Keypad
For the purpose of locating the pushrod cable deployed in a pipe or locating a utility, only the 83kHz frequency and hi/low power options
need be used.
