3M 2273ME-iD Communicating with the GPS unit, Capturing the GPS Coordinates Capture Mode / Mode

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Communicating with the GPS unit

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

After the GPS interface has been activated, the Com [SK] will toggle through several options to configure the RS232 port of the receiver (depending on the application, or capabilities of the GPS unit). Select from the following options.

NMEA – The RS232 Port is configured to receive NMEA signals from a GPS unit (4800 Baud Rate). (Capture Mode/Mode 1)

GIS – The RS232 Port is configured to send and receive data to a GPS unit that has GIS mapping capabilities. (Capture/Transmit Mode/ Mode2)

PC – The RS232 Port is configured to communicate with a computer for the Dynatel PC Tool Kit application

PDA - The RS232 Port is configured to only send information if the GPS unit only has the ability to receive information.

Capturing the GPS Coordinates

(Capture Mode / Mode 1)

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

If the GPS unit is not configured properly, there is an error communicating with the receiver, or the GPS has not acquired enough satellites to pinpoint the location, the receiver will display the message “Insert External Device”.

When the receiver is communicating with a GPS unit, the LAT and LONG coordinates received from the unit will appear on the marker locate screen.

1.Locate a marker (See Locating Single Marker.)

2.Press Read [SK]

The information from the iD marker will display on the receiver screen, as well as the GPS coordinates. This information is saved automatically in the Read Marker History. (See Reviewing Read History.)

If the marker is a passive marker (rather than iD) the receiver will display “No iD Marker Found”. The GPS coordinates of the attempt to read the non-iD marker are stored in the Read Marker History as serial number # 0000-0000-0000. The marker details will indicate “not an iD marker”, but will display the GPS coordinates.

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Contents 3M Dynatel Contents 78-8130-6151-8-E About This Manual Safety InformationIntended Use Transmitter Battery Installation Quick StartCleaning Receiver Battery InstallationAA Alkaline Batteries Twist cap to open battery compartment Service and Accessories Transmitter Keypad and Connector DefinitionsRechargeable Battery Maximum Transmitter OutputReceiver Key Pad Definitions Menu Screens Main Menu78-8130-6151-8-E Configuring The Receiver Setting the Receiver ClockSelect Depth Units Selecting a LanguageMenu 6 + MoreSK + Setup SK + + More» SK + Locate Freq SK Menu 6 + MoreSK + Setup SK + + More» SK + Tone Freq SKEnabling/Disabling Frequencies Selecting External Jack Frequencies Tone FrequenciesFiltering Power Frequency Interference Selecting Locating AudioTransmitter Connections Buried Cables And PipesDirect Connect Method Dyna-Coupler Method Induction Method Mode + Directional Peak DirPk SK Toggle Mode + DirNull SK ToggleReceiver Modes Directional PeakMode + Spl Pk SK Toggle Mode + IndPk SK ToggleSpecial Peak Inductive Peak IndPkExpanded Mode Depth and Current EstimateFrequencies PowerActive Passive Locating in Directional Peak ModeAuxiliary 78-8130-6151-8-E 78-8130-6151-8-E Locating Active Duct Probes Sondes Determining ADP DepthTransmitter Setup Buried Sheath Faults Earth/Return FaultsPinpointing the Buried Fault Green Band Model Initial Configuration 3M Electronic Markers 3M EMS iD MarkersAlert Mode 3M Dynatel Models 2250ME-iD and 2273ME-iD only Menu 6 + Setup SK + Marker Type SKLocating 3M EMS Markers Enabling/Disabling Marker TypesSingle Marker Locate Dual Marker LocateMarker Depth Estimate ID Marker DepthDepth of Passive, Non-iD Marker Creating New Templates Menu 6 + Data/Templat SK + User Templat SK78-8130-6151-8-E Editing Templates Menu 6 + Write Mode SK Writing iD MarkersModifying Marker Data to be Programmed Reading iD Markers GPS Operation Activation KeySerial Number and Software Version Inputting the GPS Activation KeyMenu SK + Setup SK + More SK + More SK + Com SK Toggle Capturing the GPS Coordinates Capture Mode / ModeCommunicating with the GPS unit Path Mapping with GPS Create Trace TemplatesSending Path Information to GPS Device Select Com Port SettingMenu6 + Com SK + GIS SK or PDA SK Reviewing Marker History Read HistoryWrite History SK Menu 6 + Data/Templat SK + Read History SKConnection Diagrams Aerial Faults ToningOther Applications Cable Identification Help Mode Receiver Setup3M Dynatel PC Tool Kit Menu 6 + More SK + Help SKProduct Description And Optional Accessories Self Test Of ReceiverProduct Description Menu 6 + More SK + Self Test SKPackage Contents Optional 3M Dynatel AccessoriesReceiver Specifications SpecificationNear-Surface 60 cm 24 Ball Marker M 40 in Pwr, WtrTransmitter Specifications External DC sourceMax w/external DC source 40%Track and Trace Solutions