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BOSCH Wallscanner D-tect 200 C Professional Instructions

June 4, 2024
Bosch

BOSCH Wallscanner D-tect 200 C Professional

Safety Instructions

All instructions must be read and observed. The safeguards integrated into the measuring tool may be compromised if the measuring tool is not used in accordance with these instructions. STORE

THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE.

  • Have the measuring tool serviced only by a qualified specialist using only original replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the measuring tool is maintained.

  • Do not use the measuring tool in explosive atmospheres which contain flammable liquids, gases or dust. Sparks may be produced inside the measuring tool, which can ignite dust or fumes.

  • Do not open the battery. There is a risk of short-circuiting.

  • In case of damage and improper use of the battery, vapours may be emitted. The battery can set alight or explode. Ensure the area is well ventilated and seek medical attention should you experience any adverse effects. The vapours may irritate the respiratory system.

  • If used incorrectly or if the battery is damaged, flammable liquid may be ejected from the battery. Contact with this liquid should be avoided. If contact accidentally occurs, rinse off with water. If the liquid comes into contact with your eyes, seek additional medical attention. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.

  • The battery can be damaged by pointed objects such as nails or screwdrivers or by force applied externally. An internal short circuit may occur, causing the battery to burn, smoke, explode or overheat.

  • When the battery is not in use, keep it away from paper clips, coins, keys, nails,
    screws or other small metal objects that could make a connection from one terminal to another. A short circuit between the battery terminals may cause burns or a fire.

  • Only use the battery with products from the manufacturer. This is the only way in which you can protect the battery against dangerous overload.

  • Only charge the batteries using chargers recommended by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery may pose a fire risk when used with a different battery. Protect the battery against heat, e.g. against continuous intense sunlight, fire, dirt, water and moisture. There is a risk of explosion and short-circuiting.

  • The measuring tool may not be 100 % accurate for technological reasons. To eliminate hazards, familiarise yourself with further sources of information, such as building plans and photographs taken during construction, etc. before carrying out any drilling, sawing or routing work on walls, ceilings or floors. The accuracy of the measuring tool may be affected by environmental influences, such the level of humidity or there being other electronic devices nearby. The structure and condition of the walls (e.g. damp, building materials containing metal, electrically conductive wallpaper, insulating materials, tiles) and the number, type, size and position of the objects may distort the measuring results.

  • If there are gas pipes in the building, check to ensure that none of them have been damaged after completing any work on walls, ceilings or floors.

  • Switch off power consumers and make sure that live cables are de-energised before drilling, sawing or milling into walls, ceilings or floors. After performing any kind of work, check to ensure that objects placed on the substrate are not live.

  • When attaching objects to dry walls, and in particular when attaching them to the substructure, check to ensure that both the wall and the fastening materials have a sufficient load-bearing capacity.

WARNING
Ensure that the coin cell is kept out of the reach of children. Coin cells are dangerous.

  • Coin cells must never be swallowed or inserted into any other part of the body. If you suspect that someone has swallowed a coin cell or that a coin cell has entered the body in another way, seek medical attention immediately. Swallowing coin cells can result in severe internal burns and death within 2 hours.
  • Ensure that coin cell replacement is carried out properly. There is a risk of explosion.
  • Only use the coin cells listed in this operating manual. Do not use any other coin cells or other forms of electrical power supply.
  • Do not attempt to recharge the coin cell and do not short circuit the coin cell. The coin cell may leak, explode, catch fire and cause personal injury.
  • Remove and dispose of drained coin cell correctly. Drained coin cell may leak and damage the product or cause personal injury.
  • Do not overheat the coin cell or throw it into fire. The coin cell may leak, explode, catch fire and cause personal injury.
  • Do not damage the coin cell and take the coin cell apart. The coin cell may leak, explode, catch fire and cause personal injury.
  • Do not allow damaged coin cells to come into contact with water. Leaking lithium may mix with water to create hydrogen, which could cause a fire, an explosion, or personal injury.
  • If the coin cell holder cannot be closed correctly and fully, stop using the measuring tool, remove the coin cell and have the measuring tool repaired.

Product Description and Specifications

Please observe the illustrations at the beginning of this operating manual.
Intended Use
The measuring tool is intended for the detection of objects in walls, ceilings and floors. Depending on the material and condition of the base material, it is possible to detect metal objects, wooden beams, plastic pipes, conductors and cables. The measuring tool is suitable for indoor and outdoor use.

Product Features

The numbering of the product features shown refers to the illustration of the measuring tool on the graphic page.

BOSCH-Wallscanner-D-tect-200-C-Professional-FIG1

  1. Top marking aid
  2. Wheel
  3. Slot for microSD card
  4. USB Type-C® porta)
  5. Left-hand and right-hand marking aids
  6. Right-hand function button
  7. Right-hand arrow button
  8. On/off button
  9. Rechargeable battery/battery adapter release buttonb)
  10. Rechargeable battery
  11. Gripping surface
  12. Down arrow button
  13. Screenshot button
  14. Left-hand arrow button
  15. Left-hand function button
  16. Red start button
  17. Up arrow button
  18. Display
  19. Sensor area
  20. Serial number
  21. Protective bag
  22. Carrying strap
  23. USB Type-C® cable
  24. Caseb)
  25. Battery bay
  26. Non-rechargeable batteries
  27. Battery adapter cap
  28. Battery adapter cover
  29. Coin cell holder
  30. Coin cell port
  31. Coin cell
    • USB Type-C® and USB-C® are trademarks of USB Implementers Forum.
    • Accessories shown or described are not included with the product as standard. You can find the complete selection of accessories in our accessories range.

Technical Data

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  • Depends on material and size of the objects, as well as material and condition of the substrate and the selected view. The best results can be obtained in homogeneous, dry substrates. In addition, a deviation in the indicated object depth of ±0.5 mm/cm for objects deeper than 60 mm must be taken into account.
  • Depends on the material and condition of the substrate
  • Only non-conductive deposits occur, whereby occasional temporary conductivity caused by condensation is expected.
  • Depends on battery in use
  • The lithium-ion battery and AA1 battery adapter are not covered by IP 5X. The serial number (20) on the type plate is used to clearly identify your measuring tool
    • The accuracy and detection depth of the measuring result may be negatively affected if the condition of the substrate is unfavorable.

Operation

  • Protect the measuring tool from moisture and direct sunlight.
  • Do not expose the measuring tool to any extreme temperatures or variations in temperature. In case of large variations in temperature, leave the measuring tool to adjust to the ambient temperature before switching it on. The accuracy of the measuring tool and the functionality of the display may be compromised if exposed to extreme temperatures or variations in temperature.
  • Avoid hard knocks to the measuring tool or dropping it. After severe external influences and in the event of abnormalities in the functionality, you should have the measuring tool checked by an authorised Bosch after-sales service agent.
  • Certain ambient conditions fundamentally impair the measuring results. These include, e.g. the proximity of devices that generate strong electric, magnetic or electromagnetic fields, moisture, metal building materials, foil-laminated insulation materials or conductive wallpaper or tiles. Therefore, also refer to other information sources (e.g. construction plans) before drilling, sawing or routing into walls, ceilings or floors.
  • Hold the measuring tool by the intended gripping surface (11) only, so as not to influence the measurement.
  • Do not attach any stickers or labels to the sensor area (19) on the rear of the measuring tool. Metal labels in particular will affect measuring results. Do not wear gloves when taking measurements and make sure that you are properly earthed. If you are not properly earthed, the material identification of “live” wires may be impaired. When taking measurements, avoid devices that emit strong electric, magnetic or electromagnetic fields. If possible, deactivate all tools whose radiation could interfere with the measurement and switch off the corresponding functions or tools.

Measuring Tool Power Supply
The measuring tool can be operated either with conventional non-rechargeable batteries or with a Bosch lithium-ion battery.
Operation with lithium-ion rechargeable battery pack (see figure A)

  • Use only the chargers listed in the technical data. Only these chargers are matched to the lithium-ion battery of your measuring tool.

Note: The use of batteries unsuitable for your measuring tool can lead to malfunctions or damage to the measuring tool.
Note: Lithium-ion rechargeable batteries are supplied partially charged according to international transport regulations. To ensure full rechargeable battery capacity, fully charge the rechargeable battery before using your tool for the first time. To insert the charged battery pack (10), slide it into the battery bay (25) until you feel it engage. To remove the battery pack (10), press the release buttons (9) and pull the battery pack out of the battery bay (25). Do not use force to do this.
Operation with non-rechargeable batteries (see figure B) It is recommended that you use alkaline manganese batteries to operate the measuring tool. The batteries are inserted into the battery adapter.

  • The battery adapter is intended only for use in designated Bosch measuring tools and must not be used with power tools. To insert the batteries, slide the receptacle (28) of the battery adapter into the battery bay (25). Place the batteries in the receptacle as shown in the picture on the cap (27). Slide the cap over the receptacle until you feel it click into place. To remove the batteries (26), press the release buttons (9) of the cap (27) and pull off the cap. Make sure that the batteries do not fall out by holding the measuring tool with the battery bay (25) facing upwards. Remove the batteries. To remove the receptacle (28) from inside the battery bay, reach into the receptacle and pull it out of the measuring tool, applying light pressure to the side wall as you do so. Always replace all the batteries at the same time. Only use batteries from the same manufacturer and which have the same capacity.
  • Take the batteries out of the measuring tool when you are not using it for a prolonged period of time. The batteries can corrode and self-discharge during prolonged storage in the measuring tool.
    Starting Operation

Switching on/off

  • Before switching on the measuring tool, ensure that the sensor area (19) is dry. If necessary, use a cloth to dry the measuring tool.
  • If the measuring tool has been exposed to a significant change in temperature, leave it to adjust to the ambient temperature before switching it on. To switch on the measuring tool, press either the on/off button (8) or the red start button (16).

To switch off the measuring tool, press the on/off button (8) again. If no button on the measuring tool is pressed for approx. 5 minutes and the measuring tool is not moved, the measuring tool will automatically switch itself off to preserve battery life. You can change the switch-off time in the main menu (see “Main Menu”, page 26).

Overview of the measuring modes

The measuring tool has the following measuring modes:

  • : For detecting objects in walls, floors, and ceilings,
  • : For detecting leaks,
  • : For measuring distances.

    • You can change the measuring mode in the main menu (see “Main Menu”, page 26).

    Measuring Mode
    How it Works
    The measuring tool checks the substrate of the sensor area. Objects that are different from the material of the wall are detected. If multiple objects are located over each other in the wall, the display will indicate the ob-ject whose surface is nearest to the measuring tool.
    Detectable objects

    • Plastic pipes (e.g. water-filled plastic pipes, such as underfloor or wall heating pipes, etc. with a diameter of at least 10 mm, or empty pipes with a diameter of at least 20 mm in solid surrounding material)
    • Electrical cables (regardless of whether live or not)
    • Three-phase power cables (e.g. to oven)
    • Low-voltage cables (e.g. doorbell, telephone, network, smart home)
    • All types of metal pipe, rod or carrier (e.g. steel, copper, aluminum)
    • Reinforcing steel
    • Wooden beams
    • Cavities

    Special measuring cases
    Unfavorable conditions fundamentally impair the measuring result:

    • Multi-layered walls
    • Empty plastic pipes and wooden beams in cavities and lightweight partition walls
    • Objects lying at an angle in the wall
    • Metal surfaces and moist areas; if in a wall, these may be displayed as objects under certain conditions (e.g. high moisture content). Please note that concrete requires several months to dry out completely.
    • Cavities in a wall; may be displayed as objects
    • Proximity to devices that generate strong magnetic or electromagnetic fields, e.g. mobile phone base stations or generators

    Before drilling, sawing or routing into walls, refer to other sources of informa-tion to ensure that you eliminate hazards. Since the measuring results can be influenced by ambient conditions or the wall material, there may be a hazard even though the indicator does not indicate an object within the sensor range.

    Change the wall type
    Always set the appropriate wall type for best possible measuring results. To do this, repeatedly press the left-hand (14) or right-hand arrow button (7) until the required wall type is displayed. Press the red start button (16) to accept the selection. The maximum measuring depth is 8 cm. Any deviations from this value are described in the individual wall types and views.
    Wall Type <Brick / Universal>
    The <Brick / Universal> wall type is suitable for most applications in solid masonry or other homogeneous materials. It displays plastic pipes and metal objects as well as elec-trical and other cables. Cavities in masonry or empty plastic pipes with a diameter of less than 2 cm may not be displayed.
    Wall Type
    The  wall type is suitable for applications in dry concrete. It displays plastic pipes and metal objects as well as electrical and other cables. Empty plastic pipes with a diameter of less than 2 cm may not be displayed.
    When selecting the wall type, you can additionally set the maximum measuring depth between 8 cm and 20 cm.
    Wall Type
    The wall type is suitable for detecting timber joists and metal supports, as well as electrical and other cables in drywalls (wood, plasterboard, etc.). Filled plastic pipes and wooden beams appear identical on the display. Empty plastic pipes are not recognized.
    Wall Type
    The wall type is especially suitable for detecting metal, metal-composite, and water-filled plastic pipes and electrical cables. Empty plastic pipes are not displayed.
    Wall Type
    The wall type is especially suitable for applications in vertically perforated bricks. Vertically perforated bricks are bricks with many small, mostly vertical, cavities. It displays metal objects, electrical and other cables, as well as water-filled plastic pipes. Cavities or empty plastic pipes may not be displayed.

    Wall Type
    The wall type is especially suitable for applications in horizontally perforated bricks. Horizontally perforated bricks are bricks with a few, mostly horizontal, cavities. It displays flat lying metal objects, electrical and other cables, as well as water-filled plastic pipes up to a maximum measuring depth of 5 cm. Cavities or empty plastic pipes may not be displayed.
    Wall Type
    The wall type is especially suitable for applications in concrete that have not yet been fully cured and dried. Metal objects are displayed up to a maximum measuring depth of 6 cm. Plastic pipes and cables may not be displayed. A distinction between live and voltage-free conductors is not possible. Please observe that concrete requires several months to cure and dry completely.
    Change the view
    To change the view, repeatedly press the top (17) or bottom select button (12) until the required view is displayed. Press the red start button (16) to accept the selection.
    < Spot View>

    In the , a first measuring result is already displayed without moving the measuring tool over the substrate. It is therefore particularly suitable for measurements in corners or narrow places. The maximum measuring depth is 6 cm. Objects found are displayed with material properties, if available, but without depth information. Whenever possible, you should also move the measuring tool over the substrate in the  to ensure the best possible measurements. Locating plastic pipes and timber joints is particularly limited without moving the measuring tool.

    Measuring indicator:
    If no object is found, only the outer circle will appear on the display and it will light up green.
    If there is an object nearby, the outer circle will light up red. The closer the measuring tool is to an object, the more the deflection in the measuring indicator (the number of circles) will increase. The deflection decreases when the measuring tool moves away from the object.
    Orientation arrows are displayed if the signal strength is sufficient. To specifically locate the object’s center, move the measuring tool in the direction of the orientation arrows. Above the centre of an object, the measuring indicator will exhibit maximum deflection, and with sufficient signal strength, a center cross is displayed. The color coding for the material property is identical to that in the .
    If the orientation arrows or the centre cross are not displayed, an object may nevertheless be located in the immediate vicinity.
    < Object View>

    The offers the best possible measuring results and the maximum meas-uring depths. The detected objects are displayed over the measuring path with depth information and, if available, with material properties.
    Measuring process:

    • Place the measuring tool on the substrate and move it over the substrate in the direc-tion of travel. The measuring results are shown on the display after a minimum measuring path of approx. 10 cm.
    • Always move the measuring tool in a straight line while applying light pressure over the substrate so that the wheels remain in contact with the wall.
    • To obtain optimum measuring results, move the measuring tool slowly over the entire area to be checked and observe the measuring results as you move the tool back. The measuring path should be at least 40 cm.
    • You can start a new measurement at any time by pressing the red start button (16).
    • If you lift the measuring tool away from the wall during the measuring process, the last measuring result obtained remains on the display. The measurement is restarted when the device is set down or moved.

    The tool’s function allows for reliable detection of the nearest edges of objects that run transverse to the direction of movement of the measuring tool (see figure C). For this reason, always move crosswise over the area to be checked. To locate objects, moving the measuring tool once over the measuring path is sufficient. To identify the exact location of a detected object and to mark the object, move the measuring tool back over the measuring path. The direction of a found object in a wall can be determined by moving along several off-set measuring paths one after another.
    Measuring indicator:
    If no object was detected in the sensor range, the dashed lines and the centre line are completely green. If an object was detected under the sensor, it will appear in the sensor range between the two dashed lines of the display. The two dashed lines and the centre line are at least partially red. In the right- hand depth scale, the object depth to the nearest edge of the found object is displayed. The representation of the properties of detected objects in the display can deviate from the actual object properties. In particular, very thin objects appear thicker on the dis-play. Larger, cylindrical objects (e.g. plastic pipes or water pipes) may appear narrower on the display than they actually are. Depending on type and depth of the object, identification of the material is possible. The type of material can be recognized by the color of the object in the display:

    • Yellow: Live object
    • Blue: Magnetic metal (e.g. reinforcing steel)
    • Turquoise: Non-magnetic metal (e.g. copper pipe)
    • White: Non-metal material (e.g. wood, plastic)
    • Grey: Material property unknown

    Information on material identification:

    • For live objects, no further characteristic is displayed
    • Three-phase mains wiring may not be detected as live conductors.
    • At a relative humidity above 50 %, detecting the “live” property may be limited.

    Marking objects:

    • If you want to mark a found object on the substrate, move the measuring tool so that the object is centred on the centre line in the display. Use the upper marking aid (1) as well as the left-hand and right-hand marking aid (5) to make a mark on the substrate. The centre of the object is located at the intersection point of the drawn markers.
    • Alternatively, move the measuring tool to the left or right until the found object is centered on one of the two dashed lines in the display. Then it is located under the corresponding outer edge of the measuring tool. Draw a line along this outer edge on the substrate and mark the position of the corresponding lateral marking aid (5) on this line. This is the centre of the object.
    • The direction of a found object in a wall can be marked by moving along several offset measuring paths one after another and connecting the respective markings.

    < Signal View 2D>

    The <Signal View 2D> indicates the signal strength at each measuring point in combination with the object depth. The <Signal View 2D> is a variant of the

    . It displays signal strengths instead of object symbols. The maximum signal strength represents the upper edge of the objects. The can be used to locate closely adjacent objects and to better assess complicated material structures. Weaker objects and objects in a row can also be found under certain circumstances. Follow the instructions on the measuring process in .

    < Signal View>

    The displays the signal strength at each measuring point without information on the object depth. The can be used to locate closely adjacent objects and to better assess complicated material structures based on the signal path. Follow the instructions on the measuring process in

    . **Measuring Mode **

    In this measuring mode, the relative material moisture of the surface is displayed. It is therefore suitable for locating the point of maximum material moisture and thus a possible leakage. Different materials on the surface, flat-lying objects and inhomogeneities in the substrate (such as joints) can distort the result.

    Measuring Mode
    In this measuring mode, you can measure distances on the wall. It is only possible to take this measurement in a straight line in the direction of travel of the wheels.  Place the measuring tool onto the wall at the starting point for the measurement. The reference point of the measurement is always the top marking aid (1). If necessary, pressthe red start button (16) to delete the displayed measured value and to start a new measurement over the measuring tool over the wall in a straight line in the required direction while applying uniform pressure. The distance to the starting point is continuously measured. The measured value shown on the display is the distance to the starting point for the current measurement, not the total distance traveled (as you move the tool back towards the starting point, the measured value will be smaller). If a required distance is to be marked on the wall, mark it using the top marking aid (1).
    Save/transfer the measuring results
    Saving Measuring Results as an Image
    A screenshot function is available in the . This enables you to save measurement results as an image in order to document them or to analyze them later on. Measure the required range as usual. Then press the screenshot button (13). If an SD card is inserted, the images are saved on the card. Otherwise, the images are stored in the internal memory of the measuring tool and can be transferred via the USB Type-C® interface.
    Data transfer via USB Type-C® interface
    Open the flap for the USB Type-C® port (4). Connect the USB Type-C® port of the switched-off measuring tool to your PC via the USB Type-C® cable (23). Switch on the measuring tool using the on/off button (8). Open the file browser on your PC and select the BOSCH D‑tect 200 C drive. The saved files can be copied from the internal memory of the measuring tool, moved to your PC or deleted. As soon as you have completed the required operation, disconnect the drive following the standard procedure.Note: Always disconnect the drive from the operating system of the PC first (eject drive), as failure to do so may damage the internal memory of the measuring tool. Then switch off the measuring tool using the on/off button (8). Remove the USB Type-C® cable (23). Close the flap for the USB Type-C® port (4) to protect it from dust or splashes.

    Note: Use the USB Type-C® interface to connect the measuring tool to a PC only. The measuring tool may be damaged if connected to other devices.
    Note: The USB Type-C® interface can only be used for data transfer. Rechargeable batteries or other devices cannot be charged by this interface.
    Data Transfer via SD Card
    If an SD card is inserted in the measuring tool, images are automatically stored on the card when saved, not in the internal memory of the measuring tool. To insert the SD card, open the flap of the slot (3). Pay attention to the correct orientation when inserting the SD card. Close the flap of the slot (3) to protect it from dust or splashes.
    Note: Switch off the measuring tool before removing the SD card. Otherwise, the SD
    card may be damaged.
    Main Menu
    To access the main menu, press the left-hand function button (15).
    Navigating in the menu

    • To scroll through a menu: Press the up (17) or down (12) arrow buttons.
    • To switch to a submenu: Press the red start button (16) or the right-hand arrow button (7).
    • To confirm a selected menu option: Press the red start button (16).
    • To change a menu option using the on/off switch: Press either the red start button (16), the left-hand (14) or the right-hand arrow button (7). This will also save the menu option.
    • To go back to the next highest menu: Press the left-hand function button (15) under the back arrow.
    • To leave the main menu and go back to measuring: Press the right-hand function button (6) under the Home symbol.

    Menu options
    < Measuring mode>
    Set the required measuring mode (see “Overview of the measuring modes”, page 18). Once you have made your selection, the measuring tool will directly switch to the selected measuring mode. In the measuring mode, you can also set the wall type suitable for the planned measurement and the view for the measurements.
    < Device Settings>