3M 2573, 2550 manual Dynatel PC Tool Kit and Locator Software Upgrades, Self Test of Receiver

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21.3M™ Dynatel™ PC Tool Kit and Locator Software Upgrades

Locator software upgrades are periodically released and can be downloaded, free of charge, at www.3M.com/dynatel. Located under the Software Updates section, the software link is titled Dynatel™ M-Series Locator PC Tools. To download the software, click on the link and then select 3M™ Dynatel™ M-Series Underground Locator PC Tools. Selecting this link will display the latest software downloads as well as any Release Notes related to the current software release.

Once downloaded to your PC, double click the file and an auto-installer will install the C Tool desktop software. Double click the Dynatel PC Tool Kit icon on the desktop. Using the provided RS232 cable, or RS232-to-USB adapter cable, connect the Serial Port [14] on the locator to the PC and power the locator on. Click the Upgrade Software button in PC Tools to begin upgrade. Do not disconnect or power off the locator while the upgrade is in progress. Wait until the software indicates that the installation was successful. This will take approximately 6 to 7 minutes to complete.

The Dynaltel PC Tool Kit provides the user an excellent interface between the receiver and a PC. This software utility provides the tools by which the user can:

•Upgrade the receiver to the latest software revision

•Program one or multiple receivers to best suit specific user configurations

•Load an alternate language into the receiver

•Utilize the 3M™ iD Marker utility to:

−− Create templates for writing data to iD markers, or create Trace Templates for GPS path tracing when connected to a GPS device.

−− Download iD marker data that has been written or read by the receiver for documentation databases.

Embedded in the desktop software is the most current software for the receiver, which affords the user the option of upgrading the unit without returning the unit to the 3M Service and Repair Center.

Please refer to the operating instructions included with the software.

22. Self Test of Receiver

Menu/OK [5:Toggle to MAIN MENU] + >>More [SK:4] + S/N# [SK:6]

This operation performs a self-test on the receiver.

The receiver will display current information about the unit (model number, serial number, software revision, and hardware revision).

•Press Run [SK] to start the self test.

−− A status bar will appear while the self test is running.

−− Results will appear on the display when the test is complete. −− Press Exit [SK] to return to MAIN MENU.

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Contents 3M Dynatel Cable/Pipe/Fault Locator 2550/2573 Series Contents Aerial Faults Toning Cable Identification Rev C Safety Information Intended UseAbout This Manual Transmitter Battery Installation Quick StartReceiver Battery Installation Transmitter 2550 Keypad and Connector Definitions Cleaning Receiver and Transmitter UnitsService and Accessories Transmitter 2573Keypad and Connector Definitions Rechargeable Battery Information Maximum Transmitter OutputReceiver 2550 Keypad and Display Definitions Rubber coverReceiver Keypad and Display Definitions ReceiverMain Menu Display Menu DisplaysMain Menu/Locate Menu Main Menu Display Rev C Selecting Depth Units Configuring The ReceiverSetting the Receiver Clock Selecting a LanguageEnabling/Disabling Locating Frequencies Selecting Locate Modes Antenna ModesSelecting External Jack Frequencies Tone Frequencies Creating User Defined FrequenciesMenu/OK 5Toggle to Main Menu + More SK4 + SK5 + SKc Adjusting Display ContrastSelecting Locating Audio Direct Connect Method Locating Buried Cables And PipesTransmitter Connections Rev C 3M Dyna-Coupler Method Non-SweepingPassive Induction Mode Locating Induction MethodSweeping Active Induction Mode Locating Passive SweepsOne-person Active Induction Mode Sweeps Two-person Active Induction Mode Sweeps Transmitter Set-upReceiver Locating Trace Modes Trace View T-ViewSpecial Peak Spl Pk Induction Peak Ind PkDirectional Peak Dir Pk Left of Target Path Directly Over Target PathDirectional Null DirNull VOL 13 press up arrow Expanded ModeDepth and Current Estimate Active Frequencies Power FrequenciesLocating Frequencies Passive Frequencies Auxiliary FrequenciesLocating in Directional Peak Mode Rev C Locating Active Duct Probes Sondes Determining Active Duct Probe Depth Locating Buried Sheath Faults And Earth Return Faults Transmitter SetupPinpointing the Buried Fault Rev C Enabling/Disabling Marker Types Alert ModeLocating 3M Electronic Markers and 3M iD Markers Single Marker Locate Dual Marker Locate 3M iD Marker DepthPassive Electronic Marker Non-iD Depth Creating/Editing Templates for 3M iD Markers Creating New TemplatesRev C Rev C Editing Templates Menu/OK 5Toggle to Main Menu + Write Mode SK11 Writing 3M iD MarkersRev C Press Menu/OK 5Toggle to Main Menu + Write Mode SK1 Modifying Marker Data to be WrittenRev C Rev C Read History Reading 3M iD MarkersReviewing Marker Read/Write History Write History SK Capturing the GPS Coordinates Capture Mode / ModeGPS Compatibility Operation Menu/OK 5Toggle to Main Menu + SK3 + NmeaPath Mapping with GPS Menu/OK 5Toggle to Main Menu + SK3 + GISCreating Trace Templates Menu/OK 5Toggle to Main Menu + SK3 + GIS SK or PDA SKTransmitter Setup Additional ApplicationsCable Identification Connection DiagramsTransmitter Setup Menu/OK 5Toggle to Main Menu + More SK4 + SK7 Help ModeReceiver Setup Menu/OK 5Toggle to Main Menu + More SK4 + S/N# SK6 Dynatel PC Tool Kit and Locator Software UpgradesSelf Test of Receiver Product Description Product Description And Optional AccessoriesStandard Configurations Locator Coupler Accessory Kit, 6 150 mm 1196/C Optional 3M Accessories for 3M Dynatel LocatorsLocator Coupler Accessory Kit, 4.5 114 mm 4519 2876Receiver Specifications SpecificationDetection Depth 3M Non-iD Passive Watt Transmitter Specifications Meter mode can display a fault resistance up to 10M ΩEnvironmental and Regulatory Specifications Rechargeable Battery InformationRev C Electrical Markets Division Important Notice
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