3M 2273ME-iD, 2250ME-iD manual GPS Operation, Activation Key, Serial Number and Software Version

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The fourth yellow command key will be labeled “Read Next”. Press this key to extract the data from the other marker.

All the information retrieved from the marker, including the date and time read, is saved into the ‘Read History’ file of the receiver. If a hand-held GPS unit is used in conjunction with the receiver, coordinates can be saved into the Read History. (See Reviewing Marker History)

GPS Operation

Activation Key

To activate the GPS compatibility in the receiver, an activation key must be entered into the receiver. The software version of the receiver must be at least 14.0. For the receiver to transmit information to the GPS for use in GIS mapping applications (see Capture/ Transmit Mode), the hardware version must be 5.0 or higher. (See Serial Number & Software Version Section.)

The software upgrade and activation key can be obtained from the website http:// www.3m.com/dynatel for no charge. You will be asked to enter the serial number of the receiver in order to receive the GPS activation key.

Upgrade the software of the receiver using the desktop software: 3MDynatelPC Tool Kit, then enter the GPS activation key on the receiver.

Serial Number and Software Version

Menu [SK] + More>> [SK] + Self Test [SK]

The model number, software version, hardware version, and serial number of the receiver are available on the Self Test Screen.

Inputting the GPS Activation Key

Menu [SK] + Setup [SK] + More>> [SK] + Com [SK]

Initially, when the COM key is pressed, the screen below will appear and you will be prompted to input the activation key that you have obtained from the website. This will have to be performed only one time to enable the GPS interface.

1.Move the selector box left or right by pressing the arrow keys [SK].

2.Press Select [SK] to enter each number.

3.Press OK [5] to activate.

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Contents 3M Dynatel Contents 78-8130-6151-8-E Safety Information About This ManualIntended Use Quick Start Transmitter Battery InstallationReceiver Battery Installation CleaningAA Alkaline Batteries Twist cap to open battery compartment Transmitter Keypad and Connector Definitions Service and AccessoriesMaximum Transmitter Output Rechargeable BatteryReceiver Key Pad Definitions Main Menu Menu Screens78-8130-6151-8-E Selecting a Language Configuring The ReceiverSetting the Receiver Clock Select Depth UnitsSelecting External Jack Frequencies Tone Frequencies Menu 6 + MoreSK + Setup SK + + More» SK + Locate Freq SKMenu 6 + MoreSK + Setup SK + + More» SK + Tone Freq SK Enabling/Disabling FrequenciesSelecting Locating Audio Filtering Power Frequency InterferenceBuried Cables And Pipes Transmitter ConnectionsDirect Connect Method Dyna-Coupler Method Induction Method Directional Peak Mode + Directional Peak DirPk SK ToggleMode + DirNull SK Toggle Receiver ModesInductive Peak IndPk Mode + Spl Pk SK ToggleMode + IndPk SK Toggle Special PeakDepth and Current Estimate Expanded ModePower FrequenciesActive Locating in Directional Peak Mode PassiveAuxiliary 78-8130-6151-8-E 78-8130-6151-8-E Determining ADP Depth Locating Active Duct Probes SondesBuried Sheath Faults Earth/Return Faults Transmitter SetupPinpointing the Buried Fault Green Band 3M Electronic Markers 3M EMS iD Markers Model Initial ConfigurationEnabling/Disabling Marker Types Alert Mode 3M Dynatel Models 2250ME-iD and 2273ME-iD onlyMenu 6 + Setup SK + Marker Type SK Locating 3M EMS MarkersDual Marker Locate Single Marker LocateID Marker Depth Marker Depth EstimateDepth of Passive, Non-iD Marker Menu 6 + Data/Templat SK + User Templat SK Creating New Templates78-8130-6151-8-E Editing Templates Writing iD Markers Menu 6 + Write Mode SKModifying Marker Data to be Programmed Reading iD Markers Inputting the GPS Activation Key GPS OperationActivation Key Serial Number and Software VersionCapturing the GPS Coordinates Capture Mode / Mode Menu SK + Setup SK + More SK + More SK + Com SK ToggleCommunicating with the GPS unit Create Trace Templates Path Mapping with GPSSelect Com Port Setting Sending Path Information to GPS DeviceMenu6 + Com SK + GIS SK or PDA SK Menu 6 + Data/Templat SK + Read History SK Reviewing Marker HistoryRead History Write History SKAerial Faults Toning Connection DiagramsOther Applications Cable Identification Menu 6 + More SK + Help SK Help ModeReceiver Setup 3M Dynatel PC Tool KitMenu 6 + More SK + Self Test SK Product Description And Optional AccessoriesSelf Test Of Receiver Product DescriptionOptional 3M Dynatel Accessories Package ContentsSpecification Receiver SpecificationsM 40 in Pwr, Wtr Near-Surface 60 cm 24 Ball Marker40% Transmitter SpecificationsExternal DC source Max w/external DC sourceTrack and Trace Solutions