3M 2550, 2573 manual Locating Frequencies, Active Frequencies, Power Frequencies

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Optional step: Press Clear All [SK] to delete all stored depth information.

−− The operator may select a specific memory location to store the depth readings by pressing Mem Select [SK]. When the preferred location appears on the display, press Save [SK]. The display and memory location will populate with the current information.

−− Each memory location can be reviewed by pressing Mem Select [SK].

Press TRACE [2] or DEPTH [4] to return to Locate mode, or wait until receiver automatically returns to the Locate mode.

9. Locating Frequencies

A. Active Frequencies

Active frequencies are trace signals supplied by a 3MDynatelTransmitter 2500 Series (577 Hz, 1 kHz, 8 kHz, 33 kHz, 82 kHz or 200 kHz).

Select the same frequency that the transmitter is generating.

Press Menu/OK [5] (you may have to press Menu/OK [5] twice to toggle to the LOCATE MENU display).

Press Cable/Pipe[SK]

Press Freq [SK]

Press Active [SK Toggle] until the desired frequency is displayed: (“Active” 577, 1k, 8k, 33k, 82k or 200k)

Press Menu/OK [5] to return to Locate mode.

B. Power Frequencies

Power frequencies refer to 50 or 60 Hz signals, and their harmonics, that can be traced without the use of a transmitter.

60:Best for general locating of passive power.

60H (high harmonic): If the 60 choice appears to be responding slowly, or poorly, then 60H is the second choice for locating passive power.

60L (low harmonic): Third choice for passive power locating. May be used when 60 or 60H is weak or erratic. 60L may be the best choice when locating primary power cables.

120 Hz: Used for locating rectified AC power signals, often found on pipelines using impressed current cathodic protection.

Press Menu/OK [5] (you may have to press Menu/OK [5] twice to toggle to the LOCATE MENU display).

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Contents 3M Dynatel Cable/Pipe/Fault Locator 2550/2573 Series Contents Aerial Faults Toning Cable Identification Rev C Intended Use Safety InformationAbout This Manual Quick Start Transmitter Battery InstallationReceiver Battery Installation Cleaning Receiver and Transmitter Units Service and AccessoriesTransmitter 2550 Keypad and Connector Definitions Transmitter 2573Keypad and Connector Definitions Maximum Transmitter Output Rechargeable Battery InformationRubber cover Receiver 2550 Keypad and Display DefinitionsReceiver Receiver Keypad and Display DefinitionsMenu Displays Main Menu/Locate MenuMain Menu Display Main Menu Display Rev C Setting the Receiver Clock Configuring The ReceiverSelecting Depth Units Selecting a LanguageSelecting Locate Modes Antenna Modes Enabling/Disabling Locating FrequenciesCreating User Defined Frequencies Selecting External Jack Frequencies Tone FrequenciesAdjusting Display Contrast Selecting Locating AudioMenu/OK 5Toggle to Main Menu + More SK4 + SK5 + SKc Locating Buried Cables And Pipes Transmitter ConnectionsDirect Connect Method Rev C 3M Dyna-Coupler Method Induction Method Non-SweepingPassive Induction Mode LocatingPassive Sweeps Sweeping Active Induction Mode LocatingOne-person Active Induction Mode Sweeps Transmitter Set-up Two-person Active Induction Mode SweepsTrace View T-View Receiver Locating Trace ModesInduction Peak Ind Pk Special Peak Spl PkLeft of Target Path Directly Over Target Path Directional Peak Dir PkDirectional Null DirNull Expanded Mode Depth and Current EstimateVOL 13 press up arrow Power Frequencies Locating FrequenciesActive Frequencies Auxiliary Frequencies Passive FrequenciesLocating in Directional Peak Mode Rev C Locating Active Duct Probes Sondes Determining Active Duct Probe Depth Transmitter Setup Locating Buried Sheath Faults And Earth Return FaultsPinpointing the Buried Fault Rev C Alert Mode Locating 3M Electronic Markers and 3M iD MarkersEnabling/Disabling Marker Types Single Marker Locate 3M iD Marker Depth Dual Marker LocatePassive Electronic Marker Non-iD Depth Creating New Templates Creating/Editing Templates for 3M iD MarkersRev C Rev C Editing Templates Writing 3M iD Markers Menu/OK 5Toggle to Main Menu + Write Mode SK11Rev C Modifying Marker Data to be Written Press Menu/OK 5Toggle to Main Menu + Write Mode SK1Rev C Rev C Reading 3M iD Markers Reviewing Marker Read/Write HistoryRead History GPS Compatibility Operation Capturing the GPS Coordinates Capture Mode / ModeWrite History SK Menu/OK 5Toggle to Main Menu + SK3 + NmeaMenu/OK 5Toggle to Main Menu + SK3 + GIS Path Mapping with GPSMenu/OK 5Toggle to Main Menu + SK3 + GIS SK or PDA SK Creating Trace TemplatesAdditional Applications Transmitter SetupConnection Diagrams Transmitter SetupCable Identification Help Mode Receiver SetupMenu/OK 5Toggle to Main Menu + More SK4 + SK7 Dynatel PC Tool Kit and Locator Software Upgrades Self Test of ReceiverMenu/OK 5Toggle to Main Menu + More SK4 + S/N# SK6 Product Description And Optional Accessories Standard ConfigurationsProduct Description Locator Coupler Accessory Kit, 4.5 114 mm 4519 Optional 3M Accessories for 3M Dynatel LocatorsLocator Coupler Accessory Kit, 6 150 mm 1196/C 2876Specification Receiver SpecificationsDetection Depth 3M Non-iD Passive Meter mode can display a fault resistance up to 10M Ω Watt Transmitter SpecificationsRechargeable Battery Information Environmental and Regulatory SpecificationsRev C Important Notice Electrical Markets Division