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3 Using the vLoc3 RTK-Pro
*Please note some screens and images have been simulated and do not represent the nal product.
3.11 Feature Logging
Feature Logging is for collecting additional information on an underground utility or its surrounding above-ground point of
interest.
3.11.1 Requirements:
- Microsoft Excel
®
(version 2008 and above with .xlsx format)
- MyLocator3 Desktop App (Available free of charge on www.vivax-metrotech.com/support/downloads)
3.11.2 Setup and Import of Data Dictionary
First, one must set up a data dictionary to easily tag the data collected during the locating survey. Below is the process of how to
create and load the data dictionary into the RTK-Pro using MyLocator3.
1. Setup the data dictionary with assigned definitions and code
a. The denition is human-readable when the list is presented.
b. The code is useful when ltering data when post-processing.
2. In this example we will use Microsoft
®
Excel® to set up the data dictionary
3. Start with a new document and single sheet.
4. Two columns are required. One contains the “Definition” and the other a “Code”
associated with that definition.
5. The first column, “A,” will contain the feature definition as seen below. A maximum
of 48 characters may be entered. The text entered here will be displayed on the
RTK-Pro when the feature log list is presented to the user.
Colum A - Feature Denition
6. In the second column, “B” enter a code associated with the definition. Using
codes will make sorting or parsing data easier after the data has been collected.
The below contains a maximum of nine characters.
Colum B - Feature Code
7. Continue to add feature definitions as needed with a maximum of 200.
8. Save the file as Microsoft
®
Excel
®
Workbook (.xlsx) to your local storage drive.
9. Open MyLocator3 and connect the RTK-Pro using the USB cable.
10. Click on the tab on the left labeled “Feature Logging.”