DIGISYSTEM

Cable Avoidance Products

Introduction

Every year site workers are injured due to inadvertently striking

buried utilities such as electricity cables or gas pipelines.

Obtaining accurate information about the location of buried

utilities has never been more essential to protect employees and
equipment during any excavation project.

Local legislation normally prescribes the use of a locating device

before any kind of excavation takes place. It makes perfect
sense to search for, trace and mark all services before digging
commences.

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What is the Leica DIGISYSTEM?

The Leica Digisystem allows users to detect buried

utilities with ease. Digisystem has been specifically
designed to reduce human error and to increase site
safety with its intelligent and unique features.

The Leica Digisystem comprises of:

Digicat 500i/550i Service Locator

Digitex 8/33 Signal Transmitter
Digitrace Service Tracer

Digisystem makes locating underground cables and

pipes a simple and speedy task, increasing your onsite
safety and ultimately saving time and money.

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How does the Digisystem Locate?

The Digicat 500i & 550i locate buried conductive

services by receiving electromagnetic signals
which radiate from them.

The Digicat’s intelligent software interprets the

signal data and provides the operator with an
audible and visual response to the location and
direction of buried utilities. The operator can mark
the ground or use a GIS mapping device* to note
the location, providing the excavation team with
clear indications of where not to dig.
*available on Bluetooth enabled Digicat models only.

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Product Range

Digicat 550i
Digicat 500i

Digitex 8/33
Digitrace

Digimouse

Property Connection Set Signal Clamp

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DIGISYSTEM ‘i-Series’ locators

Digicat 500i
The latest rugged cable avoidance tool.
Designed to locate and trace buried
conductive services which radiate
electromagnetic signals.

Digicat 550i
Digicat 500i contains has the same
functionality as the Digicat 500i,
however it offers service depth
estimation, when used in combination
with the Digitex signal generator in 8 or
33 kHz mode.

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DIGISYSTEM Range
Digitex 8/33™
Signal Generator

Improves buried service detection by applying a traceable

signal to conductive services where no signal is present. (incl.
batteries, connection cable set, earth spike & user manual)

Digitrace
Service Tracer

Allows tracing of plastic ducts, clay drains and other non-

conductive conduits. Available in three lengths (30 m/50 m/80 m)

Digimouse
Dual Frequency Signal Transmitter

38 mm diameter signal transmitter used to trace drains, sewers and

other non-conductive services. Can be attached to drain rods, boring
tools, inspection cameras, etc.
DIGISYSTEM Accessories

Signal Clamp

Provides a direct connection from the DIGITEX™ to metallic

pipes, cables, etc. (max. 100 mm outside diameter)

Property Connection Set

Cable Set to apply a signal from Digitex onto property power

cables

Digisystem Carry Bag

Carries the main components of the System Digisystem (Digicat 500i

and Digitex 8/33) & accessories. Constructed from rugged fabrics and
complete with shoulder strap.
Digisystem ‘i-Series’ Locators
The new i-series locators are a technological leap forward
from their predecessors; the Digicat 100 & 200.

The new i-series locators are packed with features and

functionality…

New state-of-the-art, DSP (Digital Signal Processing)

design for increased performance and location accuracy.
New high contrast LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)
providing increased information to the user and extending
battery life.
Significant new features - Auto Mode, Hazard Zone &
Peak Hold; all specifically designed to make cable
avoidance easier & safer.
New Digimouse location method, making sonde location
faster and more accurate. Digicat 500i Digicat 550i
Product Overview
Basic controls & functions

Operating Mode Display High Contrast LCD

with automatic
Light Sensor backlight for low-
light conditions
Battery Indicator
Dual Speakers
Signal Strength
Indicator

Display Area On/Off Trigger

for service depth &

DIGIMOUSE
numeric location
Battery Hatch

Depth Button

also used for product menu

Function Control Key

Quickly cycles through
operating modes
Product Overview
User Benefits

The i-Series locators have been specifically designed to

be easy to use with an emphasis on user safety.

Automatic controls - making the Digicat easy to use,

requiring minimal user experience.
Starts in ‘Power Mode’ - ensuring the most potentially
dangerous current carrying are detected first for
maximum operator safety.
Automatic Pinpointing - Highly visible digital LCD
display with built-in light sensor, automatically enabling
the backlight in dark conditions.
Enhanced Digimouse Detection - The i-Series feature
a numeric signal strength readout, specifically designed
to make Sonde location simpler.
In-built Test Function - allowing operators to test the
hardware and software functionality of the Digicat before
use.
Product Overview
Significant New Features

‘Auto Mode’ - combining the benefit of simultaneous

detection in Power and Radio modes and helps to
confirm the presence of services upon initial site
occupation making cable detection easier and safer!
‘Hazard Zone’ - indicates the presence of a shallow
buried service in power mode, (within approximately
30cm) alerting users to the increased risk.
Bluetooth Data Transfer - Both i-Series locators can be
purchased with the added benefit of Bluetooth wireless
connectivity. It will allow the products to integrate
seamlessly with mobile mapping technology to log
survey data.
Pinpoint Assist - maintains the highest peak reading
obtained on the signal strength indicator for a period of
time, allowing the operator to quickly and accurate
pinpoint the service position.
Modes of Detection

The Digicat cable locators have multiple modes of operation for

maximum flexibility…
Auto Mode
Automatically locates power or radio signals, helping to confirm
the presence of services upon initial site occupation making
cable detection easier and safer!
Generator Modes (8 and 33 kHz)
Locates a specific signal applied by an Digitex 8/33 dual
frequency signal generator to a metallic underground conductor.
Radio Mode
Traces signals originating from distant radio transmitters. These
signals penetrate the ground and are reradiated by buried
conductive cables and pipes.
Power Mode
Locates power signals radiated by energized cables
Product Overview
Dealer Benefits

The i-Series locators have been specifically designed

with our distribution partners in mind…

Service Due Indicator - supporting customer

planned maintenance schedules or quality systems
by displaying a ‘wrench icon’ after 12months use.
Service Partner Details - can be programmed into
the i-Series locator, so that a business name and
phone number can be accessed when the locator is
due for service and calibration.
Pictographic Quick Guide - on the rear label, with
a printed quick guide supplied with every product.
Intuitive User Interface - Perfect for inexperienced
users and the hire market
Digicat ‘i-Series’ Model Selector

Feature Digicat 500i Digicat 500i Digicat 550i Digicat 550i

with Bluetooth with Bluetooth

High Contrast LCD Screen

Automatic Pinpointing

Always Starts in ‘Power Mode’ for Safety

Automatic Sensitivity Adjustment

5 Operating Modes – including ‘Auto Mode’

‘Hazard Zone’ - Shallow Service Warning

In-built User Activated Self-Test Function

Peak Assist Function

Bluetooth Wireless Data Transfer

Service Depth Indication

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 The New Digicat 500i & 550i will be
available to buy from late June 2010.
For more information please contact you local Leica Dealer or
authorised distribution partner.