How to Locate Utilities using the RD7100 by Radiodetection

Jul 02,2020

Subsurface Solutions


How to use your RD7100 Locator for locating utility lines. Complete utility locator training on the Radiodetection cable & pipe locator. Hands-on explanation.
0:00:19 - Intro
0:03:44 - How Does A Locator Work?
0:08:36 - Transmitters
0:10:05 - Transmitter Setup (What's included)
0:12:40 - Active Options On A Transmitter (Direct Hookup, Inductive Clamp, Induction)
0:14:00 - Direct Connection with Cables
0:16:05 - Ohm's Law, How To Tell You Have A Good Hookup
0:17:50 - FIELD DEMO - Direct Hookup
0:23:07 - Ring Clamp
0:24:58 - FIELD DEMO - Ring Clamp
0:27:47 - Induction Mode (Dropping the Box)
0:29:30 - FIELD DEMO - Induction
0:38:06 - Receiver Setup (buttons, batteries)
0:40:12 - Receiver Frequency Settings
0:44:53 - Receiver Antenna Settings
0:48:57 - Gain Level
0:50:21 - FIELD DEMO - Receiver Settings
0:55:23 - Checking Your Locate For Accuracy, Compass
0:56:03 - Checking Your Locate For Accuracy, Current Measurement
0:58:52 - FIELD DEMO - Compass & Current Measurement
1:01:05 - Passive Locating, Power, CPS, Radio Mode
1:06:10 - FIELD DEMO - Passive Locating
1:09:17 - Q&A (Locating Power, Induction on Street Lights, differences in 7100/8100)
1:16:35 - Accessories (Fault Locating, Sondes, Marker Balls)
1:19:10 - Care for Your Locator
1:21:00 - Test Mode, Calibration Check
1:22:18 - What Causes A Bad Locate?
1:24:13 - Conclusion

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