Prepare, Select signal mode, Utiliguard™ series operator’s manual – Ditch Witch UtiliGuard User Manual

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UtiliGuard™ Series Operator’s Manual

Prepare

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Prepare

Select Signal Mode

UtiliGuard Series receivers detect active and passive signals. Select the signal best suited for the locating
jobsite. Depending on the receiver model, all modes might not be available.

Signal Mode/Type

Description

Notes

Active Signals:

Signal placed on a target line with a
transmitter

Line signal

Direct Connection

(preferred method) requires a
connection directly to the target line

Clamp Induction

requires placing an optional induction
clamp around the target line

Broadcast induction

sends current into lines near the
transmitter

Beacon signal

Signal transmitted from a beacon
inside a pipe or conduit

Passive Signals:

Signal that a utility line picks up from
the environment

Power Signal

Allows receiver to trace live 50 Hz or
60 Hz power cables.

IMPORTANT: Current must be flowing
through the cable.

Radio Signal

Allows receiver to trace cables that
pick up and radiate very low
frequency (VLF) radio waves.

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