Goldak Goldak 2310 User manual

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Since  Goldak Inchas manufactured topoftheline underground
locating equipmentWith the introduction of the Triad Model  Digital
LocatorGoldak has set a new standard in portable locators
The Triad series of locators are designed with one key goal in mind: to
simplify underground locating tasks for the userThe advanced signal
detection system and stateoftheart digital electronics work together to
make these tasks straightforwardintuitiveand quickly managedThe
batterypowered Model  Receiver is lightweight and ergonomically
balancedand folds into a compact storage configurationActivated and
controlled by a single triggerthe  Receiver aides the operator in locating
underground lines (pipescablesetc) or coiltype transmitters (aka
"sondes") with easytounderstand visual and audio cues
Menus that are designed to be intuitive and selfteaching make the Model
 easy to operate regardless of one’s level of experiencebeginner to
expertWith features such as automatic tuning and gain controlautomatic
depth reportingmultiple frequenciesconstant numerical responsesearch
direction indicatorsand morethe user will recognize that the Model 
Digital Locator is truly one of a kind
Triad Locating System
The entire locating system consists of the Model  Receiverthe Model
X Transmitter Caseand miscellaneous accessoriesThe standard
accessories included with the basic system are a directconnection cable
(DCC)a ground rodand operating instructionsOptional accessories are
numerousand can be purchased to perform specific kinds of jobs
Before you get started…
It is important that the operator become familiar with this manual and with
other basic safety recommendations (Appendix D) prior to using the Triad
locating systemAlsothe operator should make sure that batteries are
installed in both the  Receiver and the X Transmitter Caseand that the
batteries are in good conditionTo access the battery compartments for the
 Receiver and the X Transmitterplease follow the instructions in
Appendix B“Care and Maintenance”of this manual

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The primary component of the Triad Locating System is the  ReceiverIt
has been designed to be lightweightergonomicand easytouseTaking
advantage of breakthrough technologythe  Receiver provides realtime
intuitive information to the user that makes locating jobs simple to
understandThe only control is a singlegunstyle triggerwhich gives the
user quick access to the Receiver’s featuresA crisp LCD display screen and
robust speaker output provide the user with the intuitive information needed
to make quick locatesRefer to the graphic below and the opposing page to
understand more about the physical features of the  Receiver

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A sharphighcontrast LCD screen that provides visual
feedback to the user during set up and locating operations
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The pistol grip is molded for comfort and
positioned for ergonomic balance while operating the  Receiver
The trigger is positioned comfortably for gunstyle operationThe
trigger is the only control feature on the entire instrumentPlease
read Operating Details for more information about using the trigger
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The speaker provides strong audio feedback to the user
during operationThe volume of the speaker output is usercontrolled
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While being operatedthe receiver is
configured in a slenderbalanced package that is easy to wieldThis is
the “unfolded” positionTo store the receiverit must first be
collapsed (folded)To do thisthe antenna arm swings around the
swivel point ° to the folded position
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Mounted on the end of the folding arm is the
“pointer” antennaso called because it effectively points directly at the
object being located
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Found on the underside of the receiverthis
easyaccess springloaded compartment houses the power supply for
the  ReceiverThe receiver requires eight () “AA” size alkaline
batteries to operate (carbon batteries NOT recommended)
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Also found on the underside of the receiverthis
panel area provides plugin access for various accessories
(a) Headset JackFound in the middle
of the panelthis jack allows for an
ohm headset with a mm plug
to be connectedWhen the
headset is plugged inthe builtin
speaker no longer emits a sound
(b) Auxiliary Antenna PortWith the
appropriate adapterthis port
allows the user to connect up to two external antennas into the
 ReceiverSome examples of such antennas are a cable clamp
(for identifying a specific cable among a grouping of cables) and
an enhancedsensitivity detection antenna
(c) Communications PortThis port allows the receiver to
communicate with external devices via standard RS protocol
(d) ResetThis is a small pinpoint hole in the panel that allows the
user to reset the ’s internal computerusing for instance the
open end of a paper clip

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Built into the carrying case for the Model  Receiver is a powerful and
versatile lineenergizing transmitterthe Model XIt has the capability to
energize lines both by direct hookup and by an inductive fieldIt provides
flexible power level and multiple frequency options (standard and custom)
including three for inductive energizingAlsothe X control panel provides
a PULSE optionfor identifying the transmitting signal in difficult tracing
situations*A detailed description of the transmitter case features follows
* PULSE is included for compatibility with receivers other than the  It should NOT be used with
the Model  Receiver

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This panellocated under the left latch cover of the
casecontains all of the buttons used to activate and control the
transmitterAlso located on this panel is the LCD displaywhich
reports the modethe frequencythe output leveland other
information
ON ButtonPress this to activate the transmitter
OFF ButtonPress this to deactivate the transmitter
Select ButtonThis button advances the adjustment mode
Up ButtonThis button advances to the next highest setting
(eg frequency or power level)
Down ButtonThis button selects the next lowest setting
PULSE ButtonPress this button to cause the signal to pulse
(see note on previous page)Hold the button for seconds to
display the status of the internal battery
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Located under the right latch coverthis panel contains
three jacks that are used for signal output and power input
Direct Output JacksThese are labeled “SIGNAL[]” and
“SIGNAL[]”The jacks are for standard /” mono phone
plugs (typically on a Direct Connection Cable)The SIGNAL[]
jackwhen used by itselfoutputs twice the standard signal
level of the SIGNAL[] jackWhen used in conjunction with
the SIGNAL[] jackthe SIGNAL[] jack outputs a standard
signal level
Auxiliary DC Power InputThis jack takes a standard mm
DC power input plugwhich is typically used on AC/DC wall
transformer power suppliesThe rated voltage of the external
supply should be no higher than V and no lower than V
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The battery compartment is inside the caseon the
half where the  Receiver is storedThe compartment takes a 
Volt Alkaline CCell removable moduleTo access the batteryunscrew
the two thumbscrews that hold the battery cover in place
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These secure the instrument in the closed position while
protecting the Control and Output panels
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A special patented antenna system is built
into the transmitter caseWith this special antennathe X
transmitter is the most powerful inductive line energizer available

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Use the DCC to inject a signal directly
(via electrical contact) into the target lineAdvantage: better than
using inductive mode for assuring
that target line is only thing
energizedAlsoeliminates air
coupled signals that come from the
transmitter case itselfDisadvantage:
part of line must be electrically
exposed to use the DCCwhich
sometimes is impracticalAlso
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cause strong signal on line
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This simple accessory can be used to
establish good grounding for direct connection to
a lineAdvantage: establishes better ground
return when used than when not used
Disadvantage: must have penetrable terrain to
use it
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This is the noncontact version of the DCCUse
the Inductive Clamp to energize the target line by plugging into a Model
X direct output jack and clamping around a portion of the line
Advantages: no electrical contact
point needed; very effective at
energizing the target line only
even in congested areas
Disadvantages: part of line must
be mechanically exposed enough
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target line diameter (up to about
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These are smallcapsuletype transmitters that
may be located only in the immediate area surrounding the transmitter
They are usually inserted inside nonmetallic lines in order to pinpoint a
location in the linebut can be used for a variety of applications
Typicallytransmitting sondes are batteryoperated and watertight
(a) The
Model  “Flusher” is a
watertight capsule transmitter
designed specifically to be flushed
down a toilet or a sewer cleanoutThey
are most often used for locating septic
tanks