The 2045B detects and locates radio frequency (RF) transmitters and carrier-current devices operating from 10 KHz to well over 1,000 MHz (1 GHz) by using the "feedback" technique. The unit demodulates the amplitude modulated (AM) component that occurs on most, but not all, RF sources. RF and carrier-current energy detected by the 2045P probe is fed through the shielded cable to the 2045A audio amplifier/filter. Audio from the speaker is, in turn, heard by the transmitter thereby establishing feedback. The amplifier also contains a "clock" circuit that periodically gives the speaker a "kick" that, under some conditions, aids in establishing feedback.TO OPERATE: Remove the 2045P (probe) and 2045A (amplifier) from the carrying case. Insert the shielded cable from the probe into the jack at the base of the amplifier. Place the LINE/ANT switch in the ANT (ANTenna) position and the band selector on HI. Mount the antenna on the quarter turn BNC connector on the probe and extend two or three of the heaviest or larger diameter antenna sections. The remaining smaller, movable sections should be fully collapsed. [NOTE: The probe is NOT a 50 Ohm system. The antenna jack, as well as the base of the antenna, are at antenna potential.] Place the switch on the amplifier (2045A) in the CLOCK position. Rotate the GAIN control to the point where the output hiss is at the loudest and most comfortable level. Hold the probe in one hand and the amplifier in the other. With the speaker facing towards the search area, i.e. wall, desk, chair, etc., begin sweeping a four foot wide area. Sweep first with the antenna held vertical; then horizontal; then perpendicular. Sweep the same area with the band switch in the MID and then the LO positions. If feedback develops, a transmitter has been located. Hold the antenna near where the feedback was established and reduce the GAIN until the feedback stops. Turn off the CLOCK. Move the antenna and speaker about until feedback is re-established. By reducing the GAIN and moving the antenna and speaker in the direction that provides the greatest feedback the microphone in the transmitter will be located. Bear in mind that the microphone may be external from the transmitter. To search for a wall socket transmitter or carrier-current device, place the input selector switch in the LINE position. Collapse and remove the antenna from the BNC connector. Insert the AC line probe into the jack adjacent to BNC connector (NOT the similar connector on the base of the amplifier!). This probe is protected to 500 volts DC or 50/60 Hz AC. Advance the GAIN to a comfortable level. Plug the AC line probe into a wall socket and, with the band selector in the HI position, move the speaker near and then around the socket. Check in the MID and LO band. RF transmitters within the socket most likely will be found on the MED and HI positions while carrier-current devices most likely will be found on the LO and MID positions. If feedback develops, proceed as above. Test each and every AC outlet in the search area. Remember, there are usually two sockets in each outlet... test both. Telephone lines can also be tested for carrier-current devices by connecting the AC line plug to the telephone line via a suitable adaptor or clip leads. To detect IR (infrared) devices, insert the IR detector into the input jack on the 2045A amplifier, not the similar jack on the 2045P RF probe. At a distance of three feet the probe "sees" an area roughly two feet in diameter. Fluorescent lamps generate a considerable amount of IR and they should be turned off by removing the bulbs. Point the probe in the desired direction and slowly sweep the area. If feedback develops, proceed as above. Next, insert the IR probe into the jack on the 2045P probe and place the ANT/LINE switch in the LINE position. Holding the 2045P and IR probe in one hand and the 2045A amplifier in the other, search the same area again. The 2045B can be used with a headset (supplied). When using the headset the system will readily detect amplitude modulated transmitters, however, it will also detect many types of frequency modulated transmitters due to the fact that there is usually residual amplitude modulation on the carrier. The unit will not demodulate a well designed narrow-band frequency modulated (NBFM) transmitter. The only effect these transmitters have on the 2045B is to lessen the noise level heard through the speaker (quieting). Keep the GAIN at a comfortable level.
The 2045A contains six 1½ volt "AA" batteries (Alkaline always preferred). To replace, remove the two silver screws on the sides of the 2045A amplifier. Carefully remove the cover, remove old batteries, insert fresh batteries making sure they are properly seated in the holder. Replace cover and screws. Do not over-tighten the screws. The IR probe contains a single 1½ volt "AA" Alkaline battery that should last several years. The probe draws no power when in the dark, therefore, when the IR probe is not in use it should be kept in the closed carrying case. To change the battery, remove the two bottom screws, remove the cover and replace the battery. The input end of the probe contains a Wratten gelatin IR filter. Be careful not to touch the filter. The 2045P has a spare detector diode taped inside the cover should the unit fail to detect properly.
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