vLoc Series 2

Smaller and lighter

Over four times battery life
Define, set and lock available features
Customizable startup screen
and much more...

Locate with Accuracy and Confidence

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vLocPro2
vLocPro2 features enhance productive location
Rugged ABS & carbon fiber construction
IP54 rating for all weather use
Color display
High speed dual core processor
Multiple location modes with compass orientation
Multiple frequencies (over 70 are pre-programmed)
Push button and continuous depth/current (feet or meters)
Normal & modulated audio modes (separately selectable for Power, Radio & Active modes)
Selectable languages (over 20)
Selectable “time off” function
Rechargeable and alkaline battery packs
Optional signal direction to aid line identification
Optional Bluetooth and GPS
Optional A-frame and remote antenna

vLocPro2 adds the following features

Plug & play Bluetooth
Software assisted triangulation depth
vLocPro2 Lithium ion batteries
MyLocator2 configuration management tool for vLoc Series 2

(*Comparison between vLocPro with NiMH and vLocPro2 with Lithium ion rechargeable battery pack at 72oF)

MENU 1 of 3
About Enter3’7’’ 69.5
Speaker Volume Off
Backlight High
Frequency Enter
Language English
30 dB 512 Hz

vLocML2
vLocML2 includes all the features available in vLocPro2 plus:
Location of passive EMS© style markers used by utilities
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to mark underground assets
Color coded signal strength indication
Dedicated line locate mode 30 dB 512 Hz
Dedicated marker locate mode
Simultaneous line and marker locate mode
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vLocML2

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GPS is now part of the locating industry. The vLoc’s compatibility with a wide range of GPS units enables the user to select the GPS
most suited to the degree of accuracy required and the budget available.

GPS & the vLoc Series 2 provide:

Combined GPS location with locate data (such as depth, current etc)
Date & time stamping – proving when the locate was done
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LAT 10 48.816” N
Collection of location data for incorporating in map databases or reporting
LONG 121 23
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57.720” E
Useful management data for planning & productivity assessment
3’7”
Bluetooth & GPS: 17.2mA
LOG 085
New Plug & Play Bluetooth module Press + to log
Improved internal data-logging capability
Compatible with a wide range of GPS receivers
New fast upload software suits most of the popular file formats (.xls, .txt, .kml, .shp)
Real time on screen GPS data appears with Depth & Current display on Locator

vLocPro2 Measure# 1
Date=01/23/2014
Time=04:17:36
Distance=0.00ft
Depth=3.06ft
Current=0.080A
Frequency=512Hz
Mode=peak
SD=+

MyLocator2 – Configuration Management Tool

New with the vLoc Series 2 – the MyLocator2 Configuration Management Tool is a desktop/laptop utility that enables:
Uploading data from the locator to a computer
Downloading of software to the locator
MyLocator2
Updating of both desktop/laptop and locator software (get new features as we develop them)
Start up screen customization – add a message, telephone #, Plant #, or any picture to your locator
Unit configuration – select/deselect features. Manage the features and modes available to the user,
“deselect” unwanted features/modes and lock using a “lock-out dongle” (available from Vivax-Metrotech).
Only you (with the dongle) can re-select that feature. These selections can be saved on your computer as
a configuration file (.vmcfg). That configuration can then be installed on multiple units. Without the dongle
- simplify the locator menus by removing what features you don’t use, you can always reinstate them at
any time.

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and long line cable location
vLoc-9800
The vLoc-9800 is a new addition to the vLoc range, it builds on the Metrotech tradition of
performance and simplicity – the vLoc-9800 includes: Auto
Color display 50dB 9.82 kHz
Automatic and manual gain options
Distance Sensitive Left/Right GuidanceTM
Pushbutton depth & current
Simple user interface
vLoc Series 2 enhanced battery life
Sheath fault location (option) 982
Distance Sensitive Left/Right GuidanceTM – Pioneered by Metrotech thirty years ago - this is the
standard method of locating in many industries. Most manufacturers provide left/right indication
using a peak/null antenna set. Metrotech product and now the vLoc-9800 uses two horizontal
guidance antennas some distance apart. This provides very accurate left/right separation – that,
together with an exceptionally high level of sensitivity, produces a crisp, fast, accurate response…
and an easier locate.

vLocDM2
The vLocDM2 is used to precisely locate and assist in evaluating pipe coating defects. The
vLoc-9800
system can be used on either transmission or distribution pipes. A complete ACVG survey can
be undertaken using the vLocDM2 and A-frame.
The vLocDM2’s foot can be removed to make general pipe location easier.
Use the light weight and strong carbon fiber A-frame to pinpoint specific defects.
Bluetooth and GPS Holux (standard) provide GPS and locate information, the Bluetooth can pair
with other external GPS units.
New improved data logging capability will capture both GPS and locate information
New, fast desktop/laptop upload utility enables export of most popular file formats
(.xls, .txt, .kml, .shp)
The vLocDM2’s display has been configured specifically for pipeline evaluation. Data can be
graphed in real time on the receiver, while still on site. The walk back feature highlights the
operators position on the graph allowing them to return to a point of interest where further
evaluation or a ACVG, A-frame survey can be undertaken.
The vLocDM2 is supplied with a 150W transmitter that operates with 100-240V AC, 12V DC or
rectifier voltage (nominally 30-60V DC).
vLocDM2 is compatible with MyLocatorTM Configuration Management Tool.
See the vLocDM2 brochure for more details regarding this system.

2.24m Log 999

70.2 104m

V zoom V scroll SEL

vLocDM2
74dB 8kHz H zoom H scroll

Main Display Walk Back Feature

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Transmitters
A wide range of transmitters are available for use with the vLoc receivers.
Loc-1Tx (1 watt) transmitter is a three frequency transmitter for short range applications
Loc-5Tx (5 watt) transmitter has multiple frequencies, signal direction and sheath fault locating
modes Loc-1Tx
Loc-10Tx (10 watt) transmitter has our maximum number of frequencies and a true 10W of output,
together with signal direction and sheath fault locating modes
Loc-150Tx (150 watt) transmitter is used primarily with the vLocDM2 – however it is also useful for
those needing a low frequency – high output transmitter.
FLS-2 Tx – generally supplied for rack mounting (also available as a ruggadized portable unit) this
transmitter is used mainly for communication cables (such as fiber optic lines with metallic sheath).
It can be integrated into line management systems and can be accessed via a telephone line, Loc-5Tx
internet protocol.
The Loc-5Tx and Loc-10Tx can transmit 2 frequencies simultaneously.
The Loc-1Tx, Loc-5Tx, Loc-10Tx have internal batteries. The Loc-150Tx is externally powered by
100-240AC, 12V DC, 30-60V DC. The FLS-2 again is externally powered with 50V DC (standard) or
100-240V AC (option). See the relevant transmitter data sheets for a full details of features and
performance.

Loc-10Tx

Loc-150Tx FLS-2

vLocCam2
The vLocCam2 is a locator configured for use with CCTV inspection cameras
(transmitting 512Hz/640Hz location signals) and a range of battery powered
Sondes. (Sondes are small self contained transmitters which are pushed
through pipes to find blockages or locate the position and depth of the pipe
from the surface. Low frequency Sondes - 512Hz or 640Hz will radiate through
both plastic and cast iron pipes. Higher frequency Sondes - 8 kHz or 33 kHz -
are used mainly for plastic pipes or ducts).

Vivax-Metrotech manufactures a range of CCTV inspection cameras such as

the vCamModular.
vLocCam2

Sondes
Battery powered self contained transmitters.
Call for vCam CCTV
Inspection brochure.

Dia. 0.7” (18mm) Dia.1.5” (38mm) Dia. 2.5” (64mm) Dia. 1” (23mm) flexible
Range 12ft (4m) Range 15ft (5m) Range 24ft (8m) Range 20ft (7m)

vCam-5

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 Accessories
Receiver Accessories (specify model of receiver when ordering accessories)
A-frame Charging Lead (12V DC) Remote Antenna
For detecting the position of ground/sheath 12ft (4m) lead to charge the receiver Used for cable identification.
faults. battery in a vehicle.

Bluetooth GPS Rechargeable Battery and Charger

Enables Bluetooth connectivity to other Vivax-Metrotech Bluetooth is compatible Lithium ion rechargeable battery pack and
Bluetooth devices such as GPS. The with many other GPS units including high charger
Bluetooth module can be retrofitted to vLoc accuracy GPS.
series 2 receivers by the user.

10ft (3m) accuracy

3ft (1m) accuracy

Transmitter Accessories (specify model of transmitter when ordering accessories)

VM-Clamps LPC Separation Filter Loc-10Tx - Power Lead (12V DC)
To apply the transmitter signal to a target cable To apply the transmitter signal to cables 30ft (10m) lead to power the transmitter
when no access to the conductor is possible. carrying up to 240V AC. from a vehicle.
Dia. 2” (50mm), dia. 4” (100mm), dia. 5”
(125mm), 18” flexible (450mm).

Rechargeable Battery Packs and Chargers

Loc-5Tx (5 watt transmitter)
Loc-10Tx (10 watt transmitter)
NiMH rechargeable battery packs and chargers

Vivax-Metrotech Corp. (Headquarters) Ventas para América Latina Vivax-Metrotech SAS

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Unit 18-19, Woodside Road, 41 Courtland Ave Unit 6, Vaughan,
South Marston Ind. Est., Swindon, SN3 4WA, UK ON L4K 3T3, Canada
Free Phone: 0800 0281811 Tel: +1-289-846-3010
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Disclaimer: Product and accessory specification and availability information is subject to change without prior notice. V1.5 (Mar 2015)

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