3M Dynatel 7550 Series User manual

3M™Dynatel™
Cable/Pipe/Fault/EMS Locator
7550/7573 Series
Operator’s Manual
7550-iD Pipe/Cable/EMS Locator
7573-iD Pipe/Cable/EMS Locator
7550E-iD Pipe/Cable/EMS Locator
7573E-iD Pipe/Cable/EMS Locator
August 2015
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Contents
1.0 Safety Information .........................................................................................................5
2.0 About This Manual.........................................................................................................6
3.0 Quick Start .....................................................................................................................7
A. Locator Battery .................................................................................9
B. Charging the Receiver Battery.................................................................................9
C. Using Alkaline batteries...........................................................................................9
D. Transmitter Battery Installation.............................................................................10
E. 2200RB Battery Information.................................................................................10
F. 3M™Dynatel™ Locator 7550 Transmitter Keypad and Connector Denitions......11
G. 3M™Dynatel™ Locator 7573 Transmitter Keypad and Connector Denitions.........11
H. Maximum Transmitter Output...............................................................................12
I. Cleaning Receiver and Transmitter Units.......................................................... ....13
J. Service and Accessoies...........................................................................................13
K. Receiver External Cable Ports Denitions ...........................................................13
L. Receiver Locate Screen Denitions.......................................................................14
M. 3M™Dynatel™ Receiver 7500 Keypad Denitions .......................................... ...14
4.0 Menu Screens...............................................................................................................15
A. MAIN MENU/LOCATE MENU..........................................................................15
5.0 Conguring The Receiver............................................................................................18
A. Selecting Depth Units ...........................................................................................18
B. Setting the Receiver Clock....................................................................................18
C. Selecting a Language ............................................................................................18
D. Enabling/Disabling Locating Frequencies............................................................19
E. Selecting Locating Modes (Antenna Modes) ........................................................19
F. Selecting External Jack Frequencies (Tone Frequencies)......................................20
G. Creating User Dened Frequencies ......................................................................20
H. Filtering Power Frequency Interference
(User Dened Frequencies Only) ..............................................................................21
I. Selecting Locating Audio .......................................................................................21
J. Adjusting Display Contrast ....................................................................................21
6.0 Locating Buried Cables and Pipes ...............................................................................22
A. Transmitter Connections .......................................................................................22
7.0 Receiver Locating Trace Modes ..................................................................................29
A. Trace View (T-View).............................................................................................29
B. Special Peak (Spl Pk) ............................................................................................31
C. Inductive Peak (Ind Pk).........................................................................................31
D. Directional Peak (Dir Pk)......................................................................................31
E. Directional Null (DirNull).....................................................................................32
F. Expanded Mode .....................................................................................................33
8.0 Depth and Current Estimation .....................................................................................34
9.0 Locating Frequencies...................................................................................................35
A. Active Frequencies................................................................................................35
B. Power Frequencies ................................................................................................35
C. Passive Frequencies...............................................................................................36
D. Auxiliary Frequencies ...........................................................................................36

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10.0 Locating in Directional Peak Mode ...........................................................................37
11.0 Locating Active Duct Probes (Sondes) ......................................................................39
A. Determining Active Duct Probe Depth .................................................................40
12.0 Locating Buried Sheath Faults and Earth Return Faults
(3M™Dynatel™Locator Models 7573 only)....................................................... 41
A. Transmitter Setup ..................................................................................................41
B. Pinpointing the Buried Fault .................................................................................41
13.0 Locating 3M™Electronic Markers and 3M™iD Markers ..........................................43
A. E-Model Initial Congurtion.................................................................................43
B. Activating the Marker Locate Feature...................................................................43
C. Enabling/Disabling Marker Types ........................................................................44
D. Alert Mode for Cable or Pipe Locating.................................................................44
E. Single Marker Locate.............................................................................................45
F. Alert Mode for Path Markers..................................................................................46
G. iD Marker Depth and Passive Marker (Non-iD) Depth........................................46
H. Passive Electronic Marker (Non-iD) Depth..........................................................47
I. Sweeping and Locating the Tape/Pipe....................................................................48
J. Estimating Depth.....................................................................................................48
14.0 Creating/Editing Templates for 3M iD Markers........................................................49
A. Creating New Templates .......................................................................................49
B. Editing Templates..................................................................................................51
15.0 Writing 3M iD Markers .............................................................................................52
A. Modifying Marker Data to be Written ..................................................................54
16.0 Reading 3M iD Markers ............................................................................................55
17.0 Reviewing Marker Read/Write History .....................................................................56
A. Read History .........................................................................................................56
B. Write History [SK] ................................................................................................56
18.0 GPS Compatibility Operation....................................................................................57
A. Communicating with the GPS Unit.......................................................................57
B. Capturing the GPS Coordinates (Capture Mode / Mode 1)............ ......................57
C. Sending 3M iD Marker Data to GPS (Capture-Transmit Mode / Mode 2)...........58
D. Path Mapping with GPS........................................................................................58
19.0 Help Mode .................................................................................................................59
20.0 3M™Dynatel™PC Tool Kit and Locator Software Upgrades ....................................59
21.0 Memory Self Test.......................................................................................................60
22.0 Additional Applications .............................................................................................60
A. Aerial Faults (Toning) (3M™Dynatel™Locator Models 7573 only).....................60
B. Cable Identication ...............................................................................................61
23.0 Product Description and Optional Accessories..........................................................63
A. Product Description...............................................................................................63
B. Optional Accessories for 3M Dynatel Locators ....................................................64
24.0 Physical/Environmental Specications......................................................................64
25.0 Receiver Specications..............................................................................................65
26.0 U Version 12-Watt Transmitter Specications...........................................................67
27.0 E Version 12 Watt Transmitter Specications............................................................69

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Congratulations! You have just purchased one of the nest, most advanced locating
devices available today!
The 3M™Dynatel™Pipe/Cable/EMS Locators 7550 and 3M™Dynatel™Cable/Pipe/Fault/
EMS Locators 7573 Series are designed with all of the functionality of previous Dynatel
locator models plus the ability to locate 3M EMS Caution Tape 7600 Series. All Dynatel
7550 and 7573 locators have the capability to read and write user information to 3M™
iD Markers. Information such as a pre-programmed identication number, facility data,
application type, placement date and other details can all be read, stored and downloaded
to your PC for enhanced resource management with this revolutionary equipment. The
Dynatel 7550-iD Pipe/Cable/EMS Locators and Dynatel 7573-iD Cable/Pipe/ Fault
Locators will also search for EMS markers while locating pipe/cable or path markers,
simultaneously. When used in conjunction with a hand-held GPS, the ability to transmit
path and marker coordinates multiplies the potential for mapping. This equipmen!t
provides a simple system for mapping utility information directly into CAD and GIS
systems. The 7550/7573 Series transmitters are available in 3 watt, 5 watt and 12 watt
versions.
Enhancements also include single push button depth for all markers and powering
bluetooth dongles used for data retrieval and GPS data transmission. 3M is dedicated to
bringing you premium equipment with outstanding reliability, backed by one of the best
warranties in the business and outstanding service.
Visit our website at www.3M.com/dynatel for more application notes and product
information.
Statement of Conformity
Hereby, 3M Company declares that this Underground Locating Product is in compliance
with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
www.3m.com/market/telecom/access/conformity/

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1. Safety Information
Please read, understand and follow all safety information contained in these instructions
prior to the use of the 3M™Dynatel™Pipe/Cable Locators 7500 Series and 3M™Dynatel™
Cable/Pipe/Fault/EMS Locators 7573 Series. Retain these instructions for future
reference.
Intended Use
The 3M™Dynatel™Cable/Pipe/Fault/EMS Series Locators 7550/7573 are used to
identify the placement of underground utility lines. The system must be installed
as specied in the 3M™Dynatel™Cable/Pipe/Fault/EMS Locator 7550/7573 Series
Operator's Manual. It has not been evaluated for other uses or locations. If this equipment
is used in a manner not specied by 3M, the protections provided by the equipment may
be impaired.
!WARNING
If this equipment is used in a manner not specified by 3M, the protections provided by the
equipment may be impaired.
Explanation of Signal Word Consequences
!Warning: Indicates hazardous situation which if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
!Caution: Indicates hazardous situation which if not avoided, could result in
minor or moderate injury.
Explanation of Product Safety Label Symbols
Do not throw away in normal trash.
FWarning: Risk of electric shock
!Consult accompanying documentation in all cases where this
symbol is marked on the product.
A. Dyna-Coupler Information
!WARNING
This WARNING applies to the following 3M Dyna-Couplers;
• 3" (75 mm) - Part number 3001
• 4.5" (114 mm) - Part number 4001
• 6" (150 mm) - Part number 1196
• All accessory kits containing any of the listed Dyna-Couplers - Part numbers 3019, 4519,
1196/C
A potential for electrical shock exists when using the Dyna-Coupler on cables energized with
electrical power. Use appropriate safety procedures.
DO NOT USE ON CABLES CARRYING IN EXCESS OF 600 VOLTS RMS.

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B. Direct Connect Information
!WARNING
This WARNING applies to the use of the Direct Connect Cables and the Transmitter.
To avoid potential shock, or electrically damaging the Transmitter, when setting up the
Transmitter to locate using the Direct Connect method, follow these basic steps;
• ALWAYS plug the Direct Connect Cable into the Transmitter Output Jack [T-6] BEFORE
connecting the leads to the cable/pipe to be located and the ground rod.
– Connect the red lead to the cable/pipe.
– Connect the black lead to ground rod.
A POTENTIAL FOR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, AND/OR TRANSMITTER ELECTRICAL DAMAGE, EXISTS
WHEN USING THE DIRECT CONNECT CABLE ON CABLES ENERGIZED WITH ELECTRICAL POWER
IF THE ABOVE INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED. USE APPROPRIATE SAFETY PROCEDURES.
CHECK VOLTAGE BEFORE CONNECTING TRANSMITTER. VOLTAGE HIGHER THAN 240 VOLTS WILL
DAMAGE EQUIPMENT. FOLLOW STANDARD PROCEDURES FOR REDUCING THE VOLTAGE.
C. Receiver Battery Information
!WARNING
To reduce the risks associated with fire and explosion when using Lithium Ion batteries:
• Do not short, excessively heat, or dispose of batteries in fire;
• Do not pierce, modify or damage the battery, circuitry or packaging;
• Do not allow the battery to get wet;
• Only use the supplied charger or purchase a new charger from 3M;
• Do not operate batteries outside of -20° to 50° C (-4 ° to 122 °F).
• Only charge batteries in an indoor environment, with a temperature range of 0° to 45°C (32°
to 113°F)
• DO NOT DOUSE A BURNING BATTERY! USE A FIRE EXTINGUISHER!
To reduce the risks associated with fire and explosion when using Alkaline batteries:
• Install batteries with proper polarity.
• Use only Alkaline “AA” (LR 6) with the included holder and adapter.
• Do not charge Alkaline batteries.
• Do not use leaking batteries.
!CAUTION
To reduce the risks associated with environmental contamination:
Dispose of batteries and electronic components in accordance with all federal, state and local
regulations.
!ATTENTION
Shipping issues regarding batteries:
In many cases the outside of the packaging must have an appropriate warning label and the
package may have weight restrictions;
Transportation regulations continuously change so please seek the advice of shipping agencies.

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D. Transmitter Battery Information
!CAUTION
To reduce the risks associated with fire and explosion:
• Do not short, excessively heat, or dispose of batteries in re.
• Install batteries with proper polarity.
• Use only Alkaline "C" (LR14) sized batteries.
• Do not charge batteries.
• Do not use leaking batteries.
To reduce the risks associated with environmental contamination:
• Dispose of batteries and electronic components in accordance with all regulations.
• Ensure batteries are installed with correct polarity.
• Always remove batteries when storing the units for long periods of time.
UN2800 classication as “ Batteries, wet, Non-Spillable, and electric storage” as a
result of passing the Vibration and Pressure Differential Test described in DOT [49 CFR
173.159(d) and IATA/ICAO [Special Provision A67].
!CAUTION
To reduce the risks associated with environmental contamination and possible injury:
The 12W transmitter utilizes the 3M™ Rechargeable 12V Battery 2200RB for the Maximim
Output power level. This is a maintenance-free sealed lead (Pb)-acid battery.
• Replace the battery if the acid solution leaks.
• The batteries are not serviceable.
• Do not disassemble batteries.
• Do not remove vent caps.
• Do not rest tools or cables on batteries.
• Store lead-acid batteries with adequate ventilation.
• Do not heat batteries above 140°F (60°C))
• Never recharge batteries in an unventilated, enclosed space.
• Spent batteries must be treated as hazardous waste. Dispose of batteries and electronic
components in accordance with all regulations.
• Do not incinerate batteries.
• Always remove/disconnect batteries when not in use or storing for long periods of time.

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2. About This Manual
There are two basic models included in the 3M™Dynatel™Locator 7500 Series. The 7550
locator is designed for pipe/cable/EMS locating. The 7573 locator is designed for cable/
pipe/EMS and fault locating. The iD option (read/write capability to 3M™iD Markers)
is standard for both models. The 7550/7573 Series transmitters are available in 3 watt,
5 watt and 12 watt units. They provide .5 watts, 3 watts, 5 watts and 12 watts of output
power. 5 and 12 watts is attained by utilizing the Cigarette Lighter Adapter or External
Rechargeable Battery. This instruction manual will include all features. Instructions are
applicable to all products, unless noted. The 12-watt transmitter offers additional power
output levels for improved induction performance and 8 kHz (low frequency) induction
for shallow facilities, such as risers. In order to demonstrate all available functions, some
illustrations depict the 7573-iD receiver unit. The 7550 receivers and transmitters may
vary from the illustrations shown.

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3. Quick Start
A. Locator Battery
1. Twist cap to open battery compartment.
2. Slide battery into handle ensuring the text is facing left or right of the handle.
B. Charging the Receiver Battery
1. Pull back on the rubber plug cover
2. Plug the AC charger into a power outlet.
3. Plug the charging cord into the yellow power port [page 13 - item 11].
The receiver batteries are tested for two seconds every time the unit is turned on.
The bar graph on the screen will ll to the relative battery level. The Battery Icon [13] on
the Locate Screen will continuously indicate the battery level.
C. Using Alkaline batteries
1. Twist cap to open battery compartment.
2. Slide Lithium Ion battery pack out of handle.
3. Insert alkaline battery holder, with 8 AA Alkaline batteries, into battery
compartment.
4. Cover and twist cap to close.

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D. Transmitter Battery Installation
1. Loosen the six screws on the
battery compartment cover on the
bottom of the transmitter. Remove
the cover.
2. Install six ‘C’ cell batteries (LR14)
into the compartment as indicated
by the polarity symbols (+ and – ).
3. Replace the cover and tighten the
screws.
Press and hold OFF to manually test the batteries. The
display and audio will indicate one of the following levels:
(OK w/solid tone = good; LO w/beeping tone = low; "--" w/
no tone = replace)
E. 3M™ Rechargeable 12V Battery 2200RB Information
The maintenance-free sealed lead (Pb)-acid 3M™Rechargeable 12V Battery 2200RB
can be used as an auxiliary battery in 3M™Dynatel™Locator 7500 Series 12 Watt
Transmitters. It plugs into the External Jack [T-7] and provides power for the transmitter.
When the rechargeable battery is plugged in, normal output, high output, and maximum
output are available. When the rechargeable battery is connected to the transmitter, the
alkaline batteries are bypassed. The rechargeable battery is a lead acid battery rated at
5.4 amp-hours and is equipped with a user replaceable fuse (5A/32V).
Note: The internal batteries must be at least 5.4 volts. Do not remove the alkaline
batteries from the transmitter when using the rechargeable battery. Rechargeable
battery, or cigarette lighter adapter cable, is required for maximum output level.
Rechargeable battery is installed in the well of the transmitter case.
F. 3M™Dynatel™Locator 7550 Transmitter Keypad and Connector
Definitions
off
+
-
o
Frequency
on
on
Output Level
DynatelTM 7550
T-2 T-3 T-4 T-5 T-6 T-7
[T-1] off: Turns unit off and performs battery test.
[T-2] on - Ohm-meter: Turns the unit on and places the unit in Ohm-meter mode. This
measures the continuity of the trace conductor/pipe and its far-end ground.
[T-3] on - Frequency: Turns the unit on and places the unit in Trace mode.
Select Frequency: Press Frequency [T-3] repeatedly to cycle through the transmitter's
active frequencies. The selected frequency will be displayed [T-4].

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Active Frequencies:
7550 577 Hz, 1 kHz, 8 kHz, 33 kHz, 82 kHz, 200 kHz
7550E (International) 577 Hz, 1 kHz, 8 kHz, 33 kHz, 82 kHz, 133 kHz
ALL indicates that the following active frequencies are transmitting simultaneously:
7550 577 Hz, 8 kHz, 33 kHz, 200 kHz
7550E (International) 577 Hz, 8 kHz, 33 kHz, 133 kHz
[T-4] Digital Display:
Indicator Flags: These ags coincide with the operational mode of the transmitter.
Starting from bottom left to upper right; Ohm-meter [T-2], Voltage (at start up the
transmitter checks for foreign voltage), Output Level (no ag = normal output;
ag = high output; ashing ag = maximum output) and Trace mode [T-3].
Digital Display: Indicates frequency, relative current, resistance, battery level and
voltage (if present on target).
[T-5] Output Level: Cycles output power level.
Normal=No Flag; High=Flag; Maximum=Flashing Flag (indicated in Digital Display [T-4])
NOTE: An external 12-volt power source is required to obtain Maximum Output level.
[T-6] Output Jack: Port for direct connect cables or Dyna-coupler cable.
[T-7] External Jack: Port to connect cigarette lighter adapter cable, or rechargeable
battery (2200RB). Input voltage level: 9-18 VDC.
G. 3M™Dynatel™Locator 7573 Transmitter Keypad and Connector Definitions
off
+
-
o
Trace
on
on
Output Level
Dynatel TM 7573
T-1 T-2 T-3 T-4 T-5 T-6 T-7
[T-1] off: Turns unit off and performs battery test.
[T-2] on: Ohm-meter/Fault Locate/Tone: Turns the unit on and cycles through the
following commands when pressed repeatedly.
Ohm-meter: Measures the continuity of the trace conductor/pipe and its far-end
ground. It is also used to measure the fault resistance to earth.
Fault Locate: In this mode, the transmitter sends two alternating locating frequencies
(577 Hz and 33 kHz) as well as fault signals 10 and 20 Hz.
Tone: In the tone mode, the transmitter generates two frequencies simultaneously:
7573 577 Hz and 200 kHz signals.
7573E (International) 577 Hz and 133 kHz signals.
[T-3] on: Trace (frequency): Turns the unit on and places the unit in Trace mode.
Select Frequency: Press Trace [T-3] repeatedly to cycle through the transmitter's
active frequencies. The selected frequency will be displayed [T-4].

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Active frequencies:
7573 577 Hz, 1 kHz, 8 kHz, 33 kHz, 82 kHz, 200 kHz
7573E (International) 577 Hz, 1 kHz, 8 kHz, 33 kHz, 82 kHz, 133 kHz
ALL indicates that the following active frequencies are transmitting simultaneously:
7573 577 Hz, 8 kHz, 33 kHz, 200 kHz
7573E (International) 577 Hz, 8 kHz, 33 kHz, 133 kHz
[T-4] Digital Display:
Indicator Flags: These ags coincide with the operational mode of the transmitter.
(From top left to bottom right) Fault Locate mode [T-2], Tone mode [T-2], Trace mode
[T-3], Ohm-meter [T-2], Voltage (at start up the transmitter checks for foreign voltage),
and the Output Level (no ag = normal output; ag = high output; ashing ag =
maximum output).
Digital Display: Indicates frequency, relative current, resistance, battery level and
voltage (if present on target).
[T-5] Output Level: Cycles output power level;
Normal=No Flag; High=Flag; Maximum=Flashing Flag (indicated in Digital Display [T-4])
NOTE: An external 12-volt power source is required to obtain Maximum Output level
and the 12-watt output level varies by frequency. Output is limited to 10 watts at 33
kHz and 1 watt at 82 kHz and higher using the direct connection method.
[T-6] Output Jack: Port for direct connect cables or Dyna-coupler cable.
[T-7] External Jack: Port to connect cigarette lighter adapter cable, or rechargeable
battery (2200RB). Input voltage level: 9-18 VDC. (Only on 5-watt and 12-watt
transmitters.)
H. Maximum Transmitter Output
An external 12V DC source is required for 12-Watt Output (Maximum setting) using a
12-watt transmitter. Connecting the rechargeable battery (2200RB) to the External Jack
[T-7] will provide this external source, or the cigarette lighter adapter cable (included
with high-powered units) can be used to connect the DC power from a vehicle’s battery
source to the transmitter’s External Jack [T-7].
Press Output [T-5] twice for maximum output power mode.
The indicator ag (in [T-4]) will ash when the transmitter is in maximum output mode.
Note: The external DC source does not charge the internal batteries.

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!WARNING
To reduce the risk associated with hazardous voltage:
• Potential for electric shock exists when handling connection cables while the transmitter is
ON. Make all connections prior to powering on the unit. Turn transmitter OFF before handling
connection cables.
• Voltage greater than 240 volts will damage equipment and could cause personal injury or
death. Make all connections before turning on the transmitter. Follow standard procedures
for reducing the voltage.
• Do not change or modify this product in any way.
I. Cleaning Receiver and Transmitter Units
To clean the receiver and transmitter units, wipe with a damp cloth. Do not immerse any
parts in water to clean.
J. Service and Accessories
Information regarding service, accessories, or replacement parts can be obtained by
contacting 3M at 1-800-200-0265.
K. Receiver External Cable Ports Definitions
[9] Serial Port: RS232 port to connect the
receiver to a PC via serial cable or USB-
to-Serial Adapter cable.
[10] External Jack: Port to connect
cables from external devices such as the
earth contact frame (A-Frame), a second
Dyna-Coupler or a toning coil.
[11] Charging Jack: Port to connect AC
charger for charging the Lithium Ion
battery pack only.
[12] Earphone Jack: Will t standard 1/8
inch minijack mono earphone plug (not
included).
L. Receiver Locate Screen Definitions
[13] Battery Icon: Indicates battery level.

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[14] Bar Graph: Graphical representation of the received signal.
[15] Signal Strength: Digital reading of the signal strength that the receiver is detecting
from the target.
[16] Soft Key Commands: Denitions for each of the four soft key functions.
[17] Gain Level: Displays relative gain level.
[18] Speaker Volume Icon: Indicates the relative volume level of the receiver. When the
third ring is dotted and ‘xpnd' appears below the speaker volume icon, the receiver is in
“Expander” mode. This mode is used to pinpoint the target cable or pipe.
M. 3M™Dynatel™Receiver 7500 Keypad Definitions
[1] Speaker Volume Control: Adjusts the volume of the receiver (off, low, med, high,
and xpnd).
[2] On/Off (Power): Turns unit on and off.
[3] TRACE (Locate) MODE: Toggles between Cable View locate mode and the four
other locate modes (cycles through available modes via the Mode soft key when in the
Cable/Pipe Locate screen.)
[4] GAIN: Adjusts the sensitivity of the receiver either up (+) or down (-) to maintain a
satisfactory signal level.
[5] DEPTH: Measures depth of target.
[6] Menu / OK: Sets the receiver to trace mode for locating cable or pipe and displays
Locate options, iD Marker templates and writing mode options, setup screens for
conguration of the unit, i.e.: clock, language, depth units, marker data and frequencies,
COM settings and Help les. Also acknowledges setup entries (OK).
[SK] Soft Keys: There are four soft keys (yellow keys) on the receiver. The function of
each key is shown above the yellow key on the display screen. The functions will change,
depending on the operation mode of the receiver. For instruction purposes in this manual,
the display command is followed by [SK] to identify it as a soft key.
[7] BULB: Toggles the display backlight on and off.

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[8] Fault Finding Direction Indicators: Corresponds to the Earth Contact Frame
(A-Frame) probe (leg) colors. These indicators only appear on the 7573 keypad.
4. Menu Screens
A. MAIN MENU/LOCATE MENU
When the Menu/OK [5] button is pressed, the display will toggle
between the MAIN MENU display and LOCATE MENU display.
The function appears on the display above each soft key [SK].
MAIN MENU Screen LOCATE MENU Screen
1. Write Mode: System used to write information to 3M™iD Markers.
2. Data/Template: Displays marker history and template creation/selection displays:
a. Read History – 100 memory locations for Read 3M™iD Markers.
b. Write History – 100 memory locations for written 3M™iD Markers.
c. User Templates – Create and edit iD templates for 3M™iD Markers (max=32).
d. Trace Templates – Create and edit templates used to identify path (max=5).

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3. COM Setup: Displays second level COM
Port setting display to congure RS232 port
communication with different devices –
a. PC – Locator will communicate to a
computer.
b. NMEA – Port is congured to accept
coordinates from GPS device according
to NMEA (National Marine Electronics
Association).
c. GIS – Port is congured to send iD marker
information or path information to GPS
device and receive coordinates from GPS
device according to GIS (Geographic
Information System).
d. PDA – Locator will send iD marker and path
information in ASCII string.
4. >>More: Advances to next Main Menu display.
MAIN MENU Display 2 LOCATE MENU Screen
5. Setup Tools : Displays second and third level displays for receiver
conguration.
a. Language – Toggles between English and alternate language.
b. Clock – Date and time stamped on marker information and depth readings.
c. Contrast – Adjusts contrast of LCD display.
d. >>More - Advances to next menu display.
e. Locate Modes –enable or disable locate
modes.
f. Locate Frequencies – enable and disable
receiver frequencies in locate mode.
g. Audio Conguration – Select audio
response of unit in Directional Peak and
Trace View modes.
h. >>More - Advances to next menu display.

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i. Depth Units – Choose unit of
measure; in, ft-in, or cm.
j. Marker Type – enable and disable marker
utility types.
k. Tone/Freq - External Port or Tone
Frequencies – enable and disable frequencies
that are detectable through the external port
of the receiver.
l. >>More - Returns to rst SETUP MENU
display.
6. S/N#: Displays information about unit and can
perform a self check test.
7. Help : Offers the user on-screen
instructions.
8. >>More: Returns to rst Main Menu screen.

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5. Configuring The Receiver
In the setup mode, the units of depth measurement, time, date, and date format can be
set. The receiver can be congured to detect only certain frequencies and/or specic
utility markers and activate certain locating modes. User dened frequencies can be
programmed, language of the receiver can be selected, and tone frequencies set.
A. Selecting Depth Units
Menu/OK [6:Toggle to MAIN MENU] + >>More [SK:4] + [SK:5] + >>More [SK:d] +
>>More[SK:h] + [SK Toggle:i]
• The soft key command will toggle between inches
(in), centimeters (cm), and feet/inches (ft-in).
B. Setting the Receiver Clock
Set the time, date, and date format of the receiver. Depth and Current measurements are
time and date stamped, as well as read and write marker information (iD units only).
Menu/OK [6:Toggle to MAIN MENU] + >>More [SK:4] + [SK:5] + [SK:b]
• Press the left/right arrow [SK] to highlight the
digit of the date or time to change.
• Press the + or - [SK] to increment or decrement.
• When the date format is highlighted, the format
will toggle between mm/dd/yy and dd/mm/yy.
• Press Menu/OK [6] to save.
C. Selecting a Language
Menu/OK [6:Toggle to MAIN MENU] + >>More [SK:4] + [SK:5] + [SK Toggle:a]
The soft key command will toggle between available languages. Alternate languages can
be uploaded to the receiver using the 3M™ Dynatel™ PC Tools software. (Available for
download at www.3M.com/dynatel.)

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D. Enabling/Disabling Locating Frequencies
Menu/OK [6:Toggle to MAIN MENU] + >>More [SK:4] + [SK:5] + >>More [SK:d] +
LocateFreq[SK:f]
The user can select the frequencies that the receiver will detect. All the available
frequencies are listed in four groups (Left to Right: Active, Power, Passive, and
Auxiliary). The Auxiliary group also contains the User Dened Frequencies. (See 5G.
Creating User Dened Frequencies.) The box below the Auxiliary group allows the
selection of ltering for 50 Hz or 60 Hz passive signals when User Dened frequencies
have been chosen for locating.
• Press the right arrow [SK] to move the highlight
bar to the section of frequencies to enable, or
disable.
• Press the up/down arrows [SK] to highlight the
specic frequency.
• Press Enabl/Disabl [SK]. (Enable denoted by )
• Repeat steps 2 & 3 to enable/disable other
frequencies.
• Press Menu/OK [6] to save.
E. Selecting Locate Modes (Antenna Modes)
Menu/OK [5: Toggle to MAIN MENU] + >>More [SK:4] + [SK:5] + >>More [SK:d] + Locate
Modes [SK:e]
The user can select the locate modes (antenna modes) that the receiver utilizes. There
are ve locate modes that are available; Trace View (T-View), Directional Peak (Dir Pk),
Directional Null (DirNull), Special Peak (Spl Pk) and Induction Peak (Ind Pk).
All ve modes are activated when shipped. The user can deactivate any of the modes that
will not be used.
• Press the up/down arrows [SK] to highlight a
specic locate mode in the rst column.
• Press the right arrow [SK] to move the highlight
bar to the second column, or back to the rst
column.
• Press Enabl/Disabl [SK]. (Enable denoted by )
• Repeat steps 2 & 3 to enable/disable other locate
modes.
• Press Menu/OK [6] to save.

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F. Selecting External Jack Frequencies (Tone Frequencies)
Menu/OK [6:Toggle to MAIN MENU] + >>More [SK:4] + [SK:5] + >>More [SK:d] +
>>More[SK:h] + Tone/Freq [SK:k]
A coupler can be plugged into the External Jack
[15] of the receiver and used to identify 50 Hz
or 60 Hz cables. (See Other Applications: Cable
Identication.) The same procedure as above
(Section 5D) is followed for selecting frequencies
that can be detected by the External Jack found on
the bottom of the receiver.
G. Creating User Defined Frequencies
Menu/OK [6:Toggle to MAIN MENU] + >>More [SK:4] + [SK:5] + >>More [SK:d] +
Locate Freq [SK:f]
There are four user dened frequencies available on the receiver. (These frequencies
must be between 50 Hz and 999 Hz.) These frequencies are found in the column on the
far right of the Locate Freq display (Auxiliary frequencies). These frequencies, once
programmed, will appear under the Aux [SK] frequency list when Freq [SK] is selected
in the Locate mode.
To program the user dened frequencies press the
right arrow [SK] to highlight the Auxiliary group
of frequencies. Press the up/down arrows [SK] to
highlight the user frequency to program. Press
Enabl/Disabl [SK].
Press the left/right arrows [SK] to move the square
cursor to a digit. Press Select [SK] to enter the
number in the frequency eld.
Press Menu/OK [6] to save the programmed
frequency, or press Exit [SK] to cancel. The
frequency will appear in the locate frequency display
as U ###.
Note: To redene a previously programmed user
frequency, highlight the frequency, press enabl/
disabl, select the back arrow with the cursor, and
press select to delete the previous entry.