Radiodetection RD7000 Plus, User Manual

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5.  Press the 

 key to return to the previous level or exit the menu.

6.  Press the 

 key to return to the main operation screen.

Examples of using the menu, selecting options  
and making changes:

Language

To select your preferred menu language:
1.  Press the 

 key to enter the menu.

2.  Scroll to the LANG menu using the 

 or 

 keys.

3.  Press the 

 key (on the locator) or the 

 key (on the transmitter) to enter the LANG menu.

4.  Scroll up or down to select your preferred language.
5.  Press the 

 key to accept your selection and return to the main menu.

6.  Press the 

 key to return to the main operation screen.

Power / mains frequency (locator only)

To select the correct frequency (50 or 60Hz) for your country or region’s power supply:
1.  Press the 

 key to enter the menu.

2.  Scroll to the POWER menu using the 

 or 

 keys.

3.  Press the 

 key to enter the POWER menu.

4.  Scroll up or down to select the correct frequency.
5.  Press the 

 key to accept your selection and return to the main menu.

6.  Press the 

 key to return to the main operation screen.

Units (locator only)

The locator allows you to work in Metric or Imperial (US customary) units.  
To select your preferred units of measurements:
1.  Press the 

 key to enter the menu.

2.  Scroll to the UNIT option using the 

 or 

 keys.

3.  Press the 

 key to enter the UNIT submenu.

4.  Scroll up or down to select Metric or Imperial units.
5.  Press the 

 key to accept your selection and return to the main menu.

6.  Press the 

 key to return to the main operation screen.

Batteries

The locator and transmitter are battery powered. 
The locators are provided with a rechargeable Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) battery pack as 
standard. The locators can also be powered using good quality D-cell alkaline or 
NiMH batteries.

Transmitters can be powered by D-cell alkaline batteries (as standard), D-cell NiMH 
batteries, or by an optional accessory Li-Ion battery pack. Alternatively, you can power 
the transmitter from a mains or vehicle power source using a Radiodetection supplied 
optional accessory adapter. 
If using D-Cells it is important to set the system to match the currently installed battery 
type to ensure optimal performance and correct battery level indication.
To set your battery type:
1.  Press the 

 key to enter the menu.

2.  Scroll to the BATT menu using the 

 or 

 arrows.

3.  Press the 

 key (on the locator) or the 

 key (on the transmitter) to enter the  

BATT menu.

4.  Scroll up or down to select the correct battery type.
5.  Press the 

 key to accept your selection and return to the main menu.

6.  Press the 

 key to return to the main operation screen.

When using alkaline batteries Eco mode can be selected to maximize their usage. When 
Eco mode is selected the transmitter automatically reduces its max power output when 
the batteries cannot longer supply enough energy.

Shutting down

To switch the locator or the transmitter off, press and hold the 

 key until the screen 

goes blank.

Locating pipes and cables

Passive Frequencies

Passive frequency detection takes advantage of signals that are already present on 
buried metallic conductors. The supports three types of passive frequencies: 
power, radio, CPS (DL models only). You can detect these frequencies without the aid of 
the transmitter.

Active Frequencies

Active frequencies are applied direct to the pipe or cable using the transmitter. The 
transmitter can apply a signal using three methods:

Direct connection

In direct connection, you connect the transmitter directly to the pipe or cable you wish to 
survey. The transmitter will then apply a discrete signal to the line, which you can trace 
using the locator. This method provides the best signal on an individual line and enables 
the use of lower frequencies, which can be traced for longer distances.