7. Reading iD Markers

The operator can retrieve the data from the iD marker by pressing Read [SK] on the Marker Locate screen.

The locator tip should be lowered to the ground to reach maximum read depth.

If more than one 3MiD Marker of the same utility is detected, the locator will read the first marker and display the data from the marker.

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 locator. If a hand-held GPS device is used in conjunction with the locator, coordinates can be saved into the Read History. (See 8. Reviewing Marker Read/Write History)

8. Reviewing Marker Read/Write History

A. Read History

The Read History mode is a historical file of all information that has been read from targeted markers (100 memory locations).

Menu [6] + Data/Templat [SK:2] + Read History [SK:2a]

The Read History screen displays the date and time that each marker was read, and its unique identification number.

Select the marker data to be viewed by pressing the up/down arrows [SK]

Press Marker Details [SK] to view all data that was retrieved from the marker.

Press Read History [SK] to return to the list or press Exit [SK] to return to Data/Template review display.

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1420-iD, 1420E-iD specifications

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