C-SCOPE SG-V Instruction Manual

Instruction ManualCXL Locator DXL Locator MXL LocatorSGA Signal Generator SGV Signal Generator MXT TransmitterPRECISION PIPE AND CABLE LOCATIONPrecisi

Locator Operating Modes: Power ModeNOTE Generally these services should be detectable using the Radio or Generator/ Transmitter Modes.In Power Mode th

11Locator Operating Modes: Radio ModeNOTE Most buried metallic services not found in Radio Mode should be detectable by using GeneratorMode with the G

12Locator Operating Modes:AllScan ModeInAllScan Mode, the Locator detects at ALL frequenciesin the range of 50Hz to 33kHz. Sometimes a signal thatis o

13Locator Operating Modes:AllScan ModeLimitations ofAllScan ModeAllScan Mode has exactly the same limitations as thoselisted for the Power and Radio M

Locator Operating Modes: Generator/ Transmitter ModeIn Generator/ Transmitter Mode the Locator detects conductorsradiating a signal applied by the Gen

15Locator Battery CheckSwitch the Locator on by pulling up on the On/Off triggerpositioned on the underside of the handle. The Locatorshould emit a cl

When in use the Locator should always be held upright.NEVER swing the Locator such that it moves away fromthe vertical.Your middle or little finger sh

17There are three stages to the locating process; searching,pinpointing and tracing1. Turn the Mode Switch to the appropriate mode.2. Hold in the On/O

Having found a signal the next step is to pinpoint the source.The closer the Locator is to the signal source the strongerthe response.To Pinpoint a Si

19Using the Locator: TracingHaving pinpointed a service it should now be possible to trace its route.1. Carefully follow the direction of the signal h

Beware of multiple services. C.Scope Locators will not always indicate servicesthat are close together or one above the other.Do not use the equipment

Using the Generator/ Transmitter:Output Power Level and Pulse/ Continuous OutputOutput Power LevelThe SGV Generator and the MXT Transmitter have four,

21Using the Transmitter: Which Frequency Signal to use(MXT Transmitter only)Generally, 33kHz is the best frequency to use as it performs well inall ap

Using the Generator/ Transmitter: BatteriesBattery CheckSwitch the Generator/ Transmitter on by pressing the On/Off switch. The Generator/ Transmitter

Using the Generator/ Transmitter: Direct ConnectionThe Direct Connection Leads and Earth Stake that aresupplied with the Generator/ Transmitter are us

Using the Generator/ Transmitter: Direct Connection5. Connect the black Earth Lead to the Earth Stake (or thealternative earth point). If your earth p

Using the Generator/ Transmitter: Street LightingDirect Connection to a Street Lighting ColumnThe position and route of street lighting or car park li

Using the Generator/ Transmitter: Signal Clamp/ InjectorSignal Clamp1. Plug the Signal Clamp into the connection socket on the Generator/ Transmitter.

Generator/ Transmitter:Searching for the Direct Connected SignalThe search pattern used to find the Generator/ Transmitter signalwhen applied by a dir

Generator/ Transmitter: Tracing the Direct Connected SignalThe tracing technique used to follow the Generator/Transmitter signal when applied by a dir

Generator/ Transmitter: InductionThis is the standard method for inducing signals ontoburied metallic services. It produces a strong signaldirectly be

ContentsWarnings 2FeaturesCXL, DXL and MXL 4-5SGA, SGV and MXT 6-7-8-9Locator Operating ModesPower 10Radio 11AllScan 12-13Generator/ Transmitter 14Usi

Generator/ Transmitter: Searching for an Induced SignalThe search pattern used to find the Generator/ Transmittersignal when applied by Induction Mode

Generator/ Transmitter: Searching for an Induced Signal5. Walk in a straight line across the end line of theGenerator/ Transmitter. When a signal is d

Generator/ Transmitter: Induction; Multiple ServicesIt is important to check for the presence of adjacent services runningclose, or parallel, to the s

Generator/ Transmitter: Using an Inductive SweepIf a large area needs to be searched for buried servicesthen an ‘Inductive Sweep’ could be used. It is

Pipe Tracing using a SondeNon-metallic pipes such as sewers or drains, serviceducts, plastic gas and water pipes are not electricallyconductive and so

Pipe Tracing using a Sonde: BatteriesGeneral Purpose SondeThe General Purpose Sonde is supplied in two frequencies;33kHz (orange casing) or 8kHz (gree

36Pipe Tracing using a Sonde: BatteriesDuct SondeThe Duct Sonde is supplied at 33kHz only (yellow casing)and is powered by a single AAA (LR03) size al

37Pipe Tracing using a Sonde: Tracing a SondeThe technique used to determine the position of a Sonde is alwaysthe same irrespective of which Sonde is

Pipe Tracing using a Sonde: Tracing a Sonde3. Keeping the blade of the Locator in line with the Sonde,move the Locator backwards and forwards over the

Non-Metallic Pipe Tracing: Plastic Pipe Tracer39Line TracingThe Plastic Pipe Tracers can be used in services up to 3 metres deep (Locatordependent) on

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Non-Metallic Pipe Tracing: Plastic Pipe Tracer40NOTE It is important that a change of pitch is heard when making the connections to ensure that there

Depth Measurement (DXL and MXL Locators only)The DXL and MXL Locator can be used in conjunction with the Generator/ Transmitter orSonde to indicate th

mAfx33kHz2.20m4. Press and hold down the depth button. The depth will be shown on the display,measured in metres.5. The depth can be verified by lifti

Depth Measurement using Sonde/Plastic Pipe Tracer (end tracing only)(DXL and MXL Locators only)1. Pinpoint the exact position of the Sonde as shown in

Signal Current Measurement (MXL Locator only)MXL Locator only:Signal Current Measurement is a feature by which it ispossible to measure the TRUE stren

Signal Current Measurement (MXL Locator only)Signal Current Measurement can also help to identify the layout of pipe and cable networksas the main lin

Signal Current Measurement (MXL Locator only)To ensure reliable Signal Current readings it is vital toadhere to the same best practises as are used to

Signal Current MeasurementLimitations of Signal Current MeasurementThere are some situations where it may not be possible to gain anaccurate Signal Cu

C.Scope Locator: Function ChecksIt is recommended that the operation of the Locator and Generator/Transmitter is regularly checked using the C.Scope F

C.Scope Locator: Function ChecksGenerator Mode/ Transmitter ModeLocate an outdoor test area that is free from extraneous fieldsresulting from overhead

5CXL DXL and MXL Locator FeaturesFrequency Selected inGenerator/ Transmitter ModeIndicatorBattery Condition IndicatorSignal Current Button(MXL only)De

C.Scope Generator/ Transmitter: Function ChecksGenerator/ Transmitter:Battery ConditionSelect Continuous. Good batteries will be shown by a loud, clea

C.Scope Locator:Depth Measurement Checks (DXL and MXL Locators only)Depth MeasurementAn area clear of services and metal structures should bechosen (b

Maintenance/General SymbolsMaintenanceHandling - C.Scope Locators and Generators/ Transmittersare rugged instruments designed for the rigours of every

CXL/DXL/MXL Locators: Technical SpecificationsControls:- On/Off Switch, spring loaded trigger switch under handle.- Function Select Switch:- 4 positio

SGA/SGV Generators and MXT Transmitter: Technical SpecificationsControls:All operation is by push button control as follows:- On/Off- Power Level:SGA

Support Services: Training/Servicing/RepairsTraining - This manual is comprehensive but cannotreplace tuition. Excellent training is available directl

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Auxiliary 10m Earth LeadCrocodile ClipsConnection MagnetsSGA/SGV Signal Generator and MXT Transmitter Features6The C.Scope SGA and SGV Signal Generato

On/ Off AudioMuteLowPowerPulse/ContinuousHighPowerSignal Generator7SGA Signal Generator FeaturesOn/ OffControlLoud/ MuteControlOutput PowerIncrease Co

On/ Off AudioMuteDecreasePowerIncreasePowerONE WATTSignal GeneratorPulse/ContinuousSGV Signal Generator FeaturesConnected Mode IndicatorBattery Condit

Connected Mode IndicatorBattery ConditionIndicatorLoud/ Mute SettingIndicatorInduced Mode IndicatorSelected TransmitterOutput FrequencySignal Strength