Underground Magnetics MAG 3S User manual

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Table of Contents
1: Introduction ······································································ page 6
2: Caution ·············································································page 7
3. FCC and CE Compliance ·····················································page 8
4: Manual Tips········································································page 9
5: Quick Start ·······································································page 10
6: System Highlights······························································page 12
7: Receiver ··········································································page 12
7.1:Specifications ··························································page 13
7.2: Receiver Operation··················································page 13
7.3: Icons ····································································page 14
7.3.1: Main Page Icons ···········································page 14
7.3.2: Secondary Page Icons ···································page 16
7.3.3: Transmitter Information:··································page 17
7.3.4: Calibration & Range Forecasting Icons ··············page 18
7.3.5: Setup Page Icons··········································page 18
7.4:Calibration ······························································page 19
7.4.1: Depth Calibration ··········································page 19
7.4.2: Roll Calibration ·············································page 20
7.5: Operation ······························································page 21
7.5.1: Depth Forecast ·············································page 21
7.5.2: Transmitter Unlock ········································page 22
7.5.3: Transmitter Settings·······································page 23
7.5.4: Receiver Settings··········································page 24

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Table of Contents
7.5.5: Radio Channel Selection ································page 26
7.5.6: Pairing ························································page 27
7.5.7: Pitch Unit Selection ·······································page 28
7.5.8: Distance Unit Selection ··································page 29
7.5.9: Time Setting·················································page 30
7.5.10: System Unlock············································page 31
7.5.11: Contrast Adjustment ·····································page 32
7.5.12: Target Speed Control ···································page 33
7.5.13: Depth Speed Adjustment·······························page 34
7.6: Receiver Maintenance··············································page 35
8: Display ············································································page 36
8.1: Display Specifications ··············································page 36
8.2: Display Operations ··················································page 36
8.3: Display Icons··························································page 37
8.3.1: Main Page Icons ···········································page 37
8.3.2: Secondary Page Icons ···································page 38
8.4: Down Hole ·····························································page 39
8.5: Radio Channel Selection···········································page 41
8.6: Pairing ··································································page 42
8.7: Contrast Adjustment·················································page 43
8.8: Communication Mode ··············································page 44
8.9: Display Maintenance················································page 45

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Table of Contents
9: Transmitter
9.1: Introduction ····························································page 46
9.2: Specifications ·························································page 47
9.3: Digital Information ···················································page 51
9.4: Transmitter Maintenance···········································page 51
10: Locating Methods
10.1: Three Point Locating ··············································page 52
10.1.1: The Basics ·················································page 52
10.1.2: Find the Transmitter ·····································page 55
10.1.3: Tracking on the Fly:······································page 58
10.1.4: Bore-To ·····················································page 59
11: Battery and Charger ·························································page 60
12: Warranty ········································································page 61

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This locating system also offers four channel license free radio
telemetries between the receiver and remote display. The user can
easily “pair” any two receivers and displays so that communications
between the “pair” will not be interfered by other “pairs”.
This manual is intended to provide information and instructions on
how to use this locating system properly. Underground Magnetics Inc.
(UM) reserves the right to improve the locating system and the
Operator’s Manual at any time without notice.
MAG SYSTEM

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TRANSMITTER
The Transmitter (sometimes referred to as a Sonde or
Beacon) sends digital information of the transmitters pitch,
roll, temperature and battery status through an FM
modulated RF signal.
RECEIVER
The Receiver receives this information and uses RF Signal
to identify the transmitter’s status and location.
The Display— the Receiver
transmits the locating information
to the remote display through a
radio telemetry system.
A horizontal directional drilling
machine operator can use the
information from the display to
the guide the drill head to the
desired location.
1: Introduction
DISPLAY

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2: Caution
The operator must understand safety procedures and correct
operation methods before operating the HDD and the locating
system.
HDD machines can cause property damage and personal
injury upon striking underground power lines, gas lines, phone
lines, television cables, fiber optic cables, or sewage lines.
Make sure to confirm by uncovering and marking all
underground utilities before crossing.
Do not use the locating system near flammable or explosive
substances.
Wear proper personal protective equipment including steel-
toed boots, safety gloves, helmets, reflective vests, and safety
goggles.
Obey all local safety regulations.
This locating system is only a tool to assist the operator to
locate the drill head. It is the operator, not the Mag locating
system that is responsible for identifying the drill head location.
UM is not responsible for any damage or loss caused by using
the Mag system. Operators should operate the Mag system
according to the manual.
If there are any questions, please contact UM at
[e-mail] or call customer service
at [phone]

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3: FCC and CE
This device complies with Part 15 of the FSS Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
 This device may not cause harmful interference, and
 This device must accept any interference received, including
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
Underground Magnetics Inc. will void the user’s authority to
Note: This product has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This product generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
product does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna .
 Increase the separation between the equipment and the
receiver.
 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
This system is classified as Class 2 radio equipment per the R &
TTE Directive and may not be legal to operate or require a license
to operate in some countries. The list of restrictions and the
required declarations of conformity are available in the

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Here are some points to keep in mind as you read through the Mag 9
Operator’s Manual.
Page References
This question mark and textbox will
tell you the page in the Operator’s
Manual where you can find more
detailed information on the
corresponding topic.
Page X
4: Tips for Reading this Manual
The following two pages contain a short preface. This will be
a quick introduction to the steps in which you will most likely
use your Mag System. It will also contain page references
for the later sections of the manual that contain more detailed
information for the corresponding steps.
The rest of the manual will contain detailed sections that
follow the order of the Mag 3s/5s Receiver and the Mag
3s/5s menu screens.
It is recommended to read the entire Operator’s Manual
before use.

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1
Turn on receiver by holding power button
until Mag logo is visible on screen. Page 12
2Walk bore-path and use range forecasting to
check for interference and select frequency. Page 20
3Install batteries into transmitter. Install
battery cap with provided battery cap tool.
4Turn on display by holding power button
until Mag logo is visible on the screen.
5Install transmitter into the housing.
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Check Calibration by placing receiver
(10ft/3m) away from housing, measured
from inside edge of receiver to the center of
the housing.
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5: Quick Start

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If distance on receiver’s screen reads
anything other than (10ft/3m) perform
calibration.
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Choose locating mode either Single Point or
Single Target. Page 53
9
Locate FNP (Front Null Point). Page 55
10
Locate RNP (Rear Null Point). Page 56
11
Locate LL (Locate Line).
Repeat steps 9 through 11 as you continue to
guide the drill.
Page 56
5: Quick Start

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Receiver : Mag 3S or 5S
Mag 3S Transmitters:
Display : Mag 3S or 5S
Mag 3S 5S System
ECHO 50XF
ECHO 50
ECHO XMINI
ECHO ST
6: System Highlights
High Precision and high anti-interference Faraday shield 3D
antenna structure.
Industrial rated, gold-plated electronic modules
High-performance DSP
Dual locating system, functioning as two receivers
independently tracking to provide better accuracy and reliability
Locating Method—choose Single Point or Single Target Mode
Mag 5S Transmitters:
ECHO 50
ECHO XMINI
ECHO ST

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Power key  Press and hold to turn on or off.
 Tap to turn backlight on or off.
Up key  Move to previous cursor selection.
Down key  Move to next cursor selection.
Confirm key
 Tap to confirm cursor selection.
 Press and hold to enter secondary page.
 Tap from main page to enter Bore-To mode.
Setup key  Tap to enter calibration page/return to main page.
 Press and hold to enter setup.
* With optional Yagi Antenna
7.1: Specifications
7.2: Receiver Operation
5S—16 System Frequencies .325kHz – 41kHz
3S—12 System Frequencies 4kHz – 41kHz
Temperature range -4° to 140°F (-20° to 60°c)
Telemetry 4 radio channels with range up
to 3000ft (900m)*
Rechargeable lithium battery 12.5V
Battery life Up to 50 hours
Dimensions 27” x 5” x 12”
(68.5cm X13cmx30cm)
Weight 6.5lbs (2.95kg)
Water resistant IP65
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Signal to Noise Ratio
Signal strength
Transmitter model, frequency, and power
Visual representation of signal to noise
Transmitter temperature (flashing indicates
the transmitter is overheating)
Depth when over the head
Receiver remote telemetry indicator
7.3: Icons
7.3.1: Main Page Icons
7: Receiver

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Roll Indicator Clock Positions
Locate Line Pitch
Direction of nearest
Null Point
Single Point Single Target
To select locating modes see section 10.1.1

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To enter the secondary Page, press and hold
Radio Channel
Receiver Battery Status
Transmitter Model,
Frequency and Power
Tap to view transmitter information.
7.3.2: Secondary Page Icons

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From secondary page, tap to view transmitter information page.
7.3.3: Transmitter Information Page
Transmitter Model, Frequency and Power level
Transmitter battery voltage meter
Transmitter antenna health.
(Normal range 95% to 105%)
Transmitter Housing suitability.
Note:
Normal Power Mode below 800mW
High Power Mode below 3000mW
Tap to view transmitter information.

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7.3.4: Calibration and Range Forecast Page Icons
A1: 10ft Calibration A8: Range Forecast
B1: Transmitter lock/unlock
B2: Transmitter settings
B3: Receiver settings
B4: Radio channel selection
B5: Receiver and Display pairing
B6: Roll calibration
B7: Pitch and unit selection
B8: Time setting
B9: System lock/unlock
B10: Visibility control
B11: System information
B13: Distance and unit selection
B16: Speed Control
B20: Transmitter Information
B23: Locating Mode
B26: Depth Speed
B28: Directional Line (Option)
B29: Locate Line (Option)
7.3.5: Setup Page Icons

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7.4: Calibration
7.4.1: Depth Calibration
Do not calibrate around strong active or passive
interference. For example, don’t calibrate around an
electrical transformer (active), or on concrete with rebar
and/or wire mesh (passive). These types of areas can affect
the depth calibration and accuracy significantly.
1. Place transmitter inside the housing flat on the ground.
2. Measure from the center of the housing, 10’ to the
inside edge of the locator.
3. Tap to enter calibration screen.
4. Tap to enter the 10’ calibration page (A1)
5. Tap twice more to begin calibration.
A check mark will show when calibration is complete.
Warning:

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4. Tap or until the arrow is in
the 12 o’clock position,
5. Tap twice to start roll calibration
and wait for calibration to complete.
7.4.2: Roll Calibration
1. Place transmitter housing in a 12 o’clock position.
1. Press and hold to enter Setup
page
2. Tap to Select B6 icon.
3. Tap to enter Roll Calibration
Page.
7. Tap to return to Main Page
6. Calibration Complete.