Radiodetection RD8000 Brochure

Universal precisioncable and pipe locator

ErgonomicdesignLight weight, withhigh contrast LCDdisplay providingclear information inany light condition.iLOC Save time byremotely controllingthe transmitter usingan advanced longrange Bluetooth ® link.SurveyCERT Share RD8000 datawith PC or PDAapplications forreporting, audit andanalysis.Centros Improves the accuracyand repeatabilityof measurementsand deliversunprecedentedresponsivenessin the field.Delivering fast, accurate, reliable and repeatable locate data.The RD8000PDL and PXL are powerful successors to the industry standard RD4000PDL and PXL pipeand cable locators. The RD8000 improves on speed, accuracy and reliability yet remains a cost-effectivesolution for any application delivering unique user features. Designed with the latest, patented digitalfirmware, RD8000 delivers a highly controllable and reliable locate solution to service any industry,anywhere in the world.ErgonomicsThe RD8000 is ergonomically designed to deliver a superiorperforming locator that provides the user with a light weight,energy efficient and exceptionally well balanced tool. TheRD8000 is 28% lighter than the industry standard RD4000,which encourages extended use. Despite its weight and form,the RD8000 retains the environmental durability associatedwith an IP54 rating, meaning you can operate it in almost anyenvironment. The receiver and transmitter feature a large, highcontrast, backlit LCD screen that provides the user with clearinformation in any light conditions. The intuitive and responsiveinterface is designed so the operator can access any featurewith ease. The keypad uses a self explanatory icon set that isconsistent on both the transmitter and the receiver.Centros For 30 years Radiodetection has revolutionizedcable locator design with over 50 software andhardware patents as part of our commitmentto product improvement. This research has developed intoa single entity called Centros . Centros combines new andinnovative algorithms with established software on a highperformanceprocessor core. Centros improves the accuracyand repeatability of measurements and delivers unprecedentedresponsiveness in the field. Centros delivers powerful signalfiltering and analysis allowing continued operation even in themost electrically noisy environments. Centros provides ourcustomers with the most powerful measurement engine of anycable and pipe locator.iLOC iLOC is an advanced long range Bluetooth ® link betweenthe RD8000 locator and transmitter that helps save theoperator time and effort. iLOC allows the operator to controlthe transmitter remotely using a number of unique features.With iLOC you can spend less time walking and more timelocating. iLOC operates at distances up to 800 meters (875yards) line of sight providing an operator with a fast andunique means of conducting a survey.iLOC applications supported are:n SideStep – enables an operator to move the transmitterfrequency slightly above the selected frequency enablinglocates in areas prone to interference or where multipleoperators are locating.n Frequency Select – choose an active frequency onthe RD8000 and synchronously change the transmitterfrequency to match.n Power Management – an operator can adjust the outputpower of the transmitter to optimize output signal, leadingto efficient use of transmitter batteries.n Transmitter remote sleep/wake– enter standby mode to prolongbattery life. Conveniently wakethe transmitter with a simplekey press on the receiver.Transmitter can be set tostandby mode each timepassive location is carried out.

eCAL Validate your RD8000against its originalfactory calibrationusing Centros Manager on your ownPCTruDepth Indicates depth whenthe locator is orientedcorrectly above thetarget for the mostaccurate reading.DynamicoverloadprotectionAllows use of locatorin areas whereexcessive signalsare present.Peak/Null ModeSimultaneous screenview with proportionalarrows enablesswift identificationof magnetic fielddistortion due toground effects ornearby utilities.SurveyCERT SurveyCERT gives the operator the tools to pass surveyinformation to third-party applications for audit, analysisand reporting. With the RD8000, the operator can store andreview up to 1000 locate records. Upload this information toa PDA or PC using the RD8000 Bluetooth connection andyou can instantly view the data using the SurveyCERT graphprogram. If the PC/PDA has a GPS receiver, SurveyCERT willautomatically add the timestamp and position to the record.Built for interoperability, SurveyCERT data is compatible withcommercial Geographical Information System (GIS) package.eCAL eCAL is a novel Radiodetection technique that allows theoperator to validate the original factory calibration of theRD8000. This means the operator has confidence that thelocator continues to meet its factory calibration. eCAL can issueand print a validation certificate without needing to return theRD8000 to a service center.TruDepth : gives the operator the confidence that the depthreading is accurate by only indicating a locate depth when thelocator is correctly oriented directly above the pipe/cable.Compass: Provides the operator with a visual indicationof the target cable or pipes direction. With this feature, theoperator can easily follow the target line and then position thelocator correctly to maximize depth accuracy.Fault Find: is a patented technique that enables an operatorto locate a cable fault using an A frame attached to theLocator. On-screen arrows help show the fault’s direction andhelp the operator locate the fault accurately to within 1 meter(39 inches).CD (Current Direction): A patented method of identifyinga target cable amongst a number of parallel cables using CDdirection arrows. With CD the operator can locate a targetquickly and eliminate wasted time following faulty trails.The RD8000 represents the latest in electromagnetic locatortechnology. Designed to meet our customers’ needs, theRD8000 provides a highly controllable, intuitive, cost-effectiveand reliable solution for any application, building on thereputation that Radiodetection has for supplying highlyaccurate, reliable and robust location products.Dynamic Overload Protection: extends the RD8000operation into areas where other products fail. In electricallynoisy environments, particularly in areas where very largesignals are present, it automatically filters out unwanted signalsallowing the operator to work effectively in areas such as powersubstations and overhead railway HV cables.Peak/Null mode: is a tool to identify the effects of fielddistortion due to ground conditions or nearby utilities. Simultaneousdisplay of Peak bar graph response and proportional Null arrowsallow a quick assessment of locate conditions.StrikeAlert : reduces the risk of accidents by detectingshallow power cables and alerting the operator with anaudio warning.Passive Avoidance: allows the operator to survey theground quickly using simultaneous detection of Power andRadio signals carried on underground pipes or cables. TheRD8000 provides real audio to differentiate the relativeproportions of Power and Radio signals present.Additional featuresn Power, Radio, CATV andCPS passive modesn 50Hz to 200kHz activefrequency bandwidthn Single antenna moden Peak Moden Null Moden Peak/Null Moden TruDEPTH n Current Measurementn Real soundUser configurablefeaturesn Selectable 50/60Hzn Selectable metric/imperialn Selectable languagen Selectable battery typen Selectable frequencyand function setn Selectable antennae modesn Settings saved on powerdownSupport Featuresn USB port for upgrades usingCentros Managern Online warranty registrationfor firmware and featureupgradesn Compatible with RD4000accessoriesn High visibility reflectivelabels

High contrast LCD with auto-backlightoperates from -20 to +60° Celsius(-4 to 140° F)Splash-proof keypadIntuitive on-screenmenus make theRD8000 easy to setupand provide easyaccess to advanced featuresChoice of NiMH or alkalineLR20 batteries (D-Cells)Accessory connectionsHeadphone connectionHigh visibility reflectivesafety arrowsSurveyCERT High contrast LCD withauto-backlight operatesfrom -20 to +60° Celsius(-4 to 140° F)Splash-proof keypadiLOC Stored data from RD8000 transferred byBluetooth ® may be displayed on a PC or PDAusing Radiodetection’s SurveyCERT applicationErgonomic, robust ABS shock resistantand water resistant plastic case ensuresreliable use in hostile environmentsErgonomicrobust ABS caseBase tray for accessories

PassiveavoidanceRapidly survey anarea using powerand radio signalssimultaneously.CompassVisually follow thetarget cable or pipeorientation withthe dynamic lineindicator.SideStep Lets the operatoradjust the transmitterfrequency toavoid unwantedinterference.CDPatented currentdirection arrows allowidentification of targetutility, eliminatingfaulty trails on parallelconductors.The RD8000PXL is the industry standard highperformance cable and pipe locator. It hasa broad range of active, passive and sondefrequencies as well as a number of unique userfeatures supplied as standard.Radiodetection’s most advanced cable and pipelocator delivers a broader range of frequenciesand sophisticated fault-finding capabilities.It has all the features of the RD8000PXL and alarger range of active and passive frequencies(including CATV and CPS) plus Current Direction(CD), and Fault Find (FF) modes.RD8000 product features comparison tableModel No. RD8000PXL RD8000PDLPassive frequencies:Power/Radio ✔ ✔CATV / CPS✔Active frequencies:ELF (98/128Hz)✔570Hz✔577Hz ✔ ✔512Hz ✔ ✔640Hz ✔ ✔760Hz✔870Hz ✔ ✔920Hz✔940Hz ✔ ✔8kHz ✔ ✔9.8kHz✔33kHz ✔ ✔65kHz ✔ ✔83kHz ✔ ✔131kHz ✔ ✔200kHz ✔ ✔CD pairs:256Hz✔285Hz✔320Hz✔380Hz✔460Hz✔Sonde frequencies:512Hz ✔ ✔640Hz ✔ ✔8kHz ✔ ✔33kHz ✔ ✔Peak Mode ✔ ✔Null Mode ✔ ✔Peak/Null Mode ✔ ✔Single Mode ✔ ✔Fault Find CD & 8K✔Current Direction (CD)✔Centros ✔ ✔Compass ✔ ✔SurveyCERT ✔ ✔TruDepth ✔ ✔Dynamic overload protection ✔ ✔StrikeAlert ✔ ✔Passive Avoidance✔Depth on Power✔eCAL ✔ ✔iLOC RD8000PXLB RD8000PDLB

Fully digitalplatformPatented Triband ∆Σdesign provides thetransmitters withunparalleled flexibilityof power, frequencyand control.RobustConstant currentdelivered from 200Hzto 200kHz meets thehighest demandsof reliability andperformance.PowermanagementThe operator cancontrol transmitteroutput powerremotely usingiLOC .Range oftransmitters1 Watt, 3 Watt and10 Watt power ratingsand features suitablefor a broad range ofapplications.Based on a fully digital platform, the new family of Radiodetection transmitterssupport the entire range of Radiodetection RD7000 and RD8000 cable andpipe locators.The Tx-1 is a low power transmitter. The Tx-3 has a higher current and induction capabilityas well as Fault Find. The Tx-10 has the highest current capability with both Fault Find andCD modes as standard.All models feature a patented three-stage phase sensitive amplifier that delivers a groundimpedancecompensated, constant current across its entire bandwidth in either direct connect,clamp or inductive mode. The transmitters use less power and are ergonomically designed todeliver superior performance in a new light-weight, well-balanced case.The transmitters are 10% lighter than the industry standard T10 yet each is IP54 rated to copewith demanding environmental conditions. Each model has a removable accessory tray and aweatherproof battery compartment. A large, high contrast, backlit LCD screen provides the userwith clear information. The interface is intuitive and responsive, allowing the operator to accessany feature with ease.SideStepauto : allows the transmitter to calculate the optimum frequency based on groundimpedance. The transmitter uses this information to optimize the active frequency. SideStepauto helps to improve locate accuracy and extends battery life.All models are compatible with the complete range of RD7000 andRD8000 frequencies in both inductive and direct connect modes.The transmitters use 8 D-cell batteries and can be powered froma vehicle using a 12V cable plug (it is recommended that anapproved Radiodetection isolation transformer is used).As an additional feature, each model has amultimeter function providing measurement ofoutput voltage, line voltage, current, impedanceand power.To support the extended RD8000 iLOC feature set, the TX-3and Tx-10 can be ordered with integrated iLOC.Transmitter featuresn Three power versions1 Watt, 3 Watt and 10 Wattn 8KFF – locates faults fromshort circuit up to 2MΩn CDFF – for long distancefault findingn 5 CD paired lowfrequenciesn Current delivered at 30V orhigh voltage mode (90V forhigh impedance operation)n The transmitters have 200Hzto 200kHz active frequencyrangen Selectable modes supportRD7000 and RD8000specific model locatorfrequency rangesn 8 inductive frequenciesn iLOC (on Tx-3B and Tx-10B only)n SideStepauton Transient overvoltageprotectionn Multimeter functionn 8 D-cell battery cassette(rechargeable battery packoption available)n Accessory tray (for groundstake, direct connect leadsand earth reel)n Plug and play accessories(compatible with RD4000transmitter accessories)n External 12V DC operation(using Radiodetectionisolation transformer)n Click-touch splash-proofsealed keypadn High contrast LCDModel No. Power iLOC Active Induction Induction field 8KFF CD Frequency Standby(Watt) frequencies frequencies strength mode power mode10/RDTX1 1 15 8 0.7 Manual10/RDTX3 3 15 8 0.8 ✔ Manual10/RDTX3B 3 ✔ 15 8 0.8 ✔ iLOC ✔10/RDTX10 10 15 8 1 ✔ ✔ Manual10/RDTX10B 10 ✔ 15 8 1 ✔ ✔ iLOC ✔