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1. F5 19 2 ca Timestamp 2013 04 26 FS 12 SH 0000 00 00 F5 1 3 DL 0000 00 00 F5 8 4 1Pt 0000 00 00 Transmitter calibrations page 1 3 View Calibration Window DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 55 gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Set Roll Offset Use Roll Offset to electronically compensate the 12 o clock position of the transmitter to that of the drill head To set roll offset at the receiver Main menu select Settings then Roll Offset le Enable Roll Offset 1 Select Set and enable roll offset from the Roll Offset menu F5 19 2 i Disable roll offset Set and enable roll offset Exit Set and enable the roll offset Roll Offset Menu 2 Ensure the drill head is at its 12 o clock position and that the transmitter is on Note the roll value showing on the screen Roll indicator showing transmitter s uncompensated roll position Set roll offset Set the roll offset Set Roll Offset Menu 3 With the Set roll offset option highlighted as shown click the trigger to set the roll offset The receiver will beep four times as the screen returns to the Settings menu with roll offset enabled 56 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl If the receiver does not detect a roll signal from the transmitter the roll offset operation fails Roll Offset Failure Screen Click the trigger to retry setting the roll offset or toggle right to select exit and
2. DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 86 D IGITAL 19625 62nd Ave S Suite B103 Kent Washington 98032 USA gt q CONTROL 425 251 0559 800 288 3610 INCORPORATED dci digital control com www DigiTrak com LIMITED WARRANTY Digital Control Incorporated DCI warrants that when shipped from DCI each DCI Product will conform to DCI s current published specifications in existence at the time of shipment and will be free for the warranty period Warranty Period described below from defects in materials and workmanship The limited warranty described herein Limited Warranty is not transferable shall extend only to the first end user User purchasing the DCI Product from either DCI or a dealer expressly authorized by DCI to sell DCI Products Authorized DCI Dealer and is subject to the following terms conditions and limitations 1 A Warranty Period of twelve 12 months shall apply to the following new DCI Products receivers locators remote displays battery chargers and rechargeable batteries and DataLog modules and interfaces A Warranty Period of ninety 90 days shall apply to all other new DCI Products including transmitters accessories and software programs and modules Unless otherwise stated by DCI a Warranty Period of ninety 90 days shall apply to a a used DCI Product sold either by DCI or by an Authorized DCI Dealer who has been expressly authorized by DCI to sell such used DCI Product
3. Do not rely on the alignment of the ball with the vertical crosshair to identify the left right position of the transmitter Accurately locating the front and rear locate points is required to determine the transmitter s lateral position heading and take accurate depth readings 9 Position the receiver so the LL aligns with the horizontal crosshair Line in the box Receiver Locate Mode Screen Actual Position of Receiver at the LL and Transmitter 10 Mark the ground directly below the receiver s display screen as the LL You could take 66 a depth reading here by holding in the trigger but to be certain you are directly above the transmitter and your depth reading is accurate first find the RLP DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl Finding the RLP to Confirm Transmitter Heading and Position Finding the RLP will allow you to confirm the transmitter s heading and position Like the FLP the RLP is represented as a target E on the receiver display Continue locating as follows 11 From the LL facing toward the drill or last transmitter location walk forward while keeping the target aligned on the vertical crosshairs Receiver Locate Mode Screen Actual Position of Receiver Approaching RLP from LL and Transmitter 12 Position the receiver so the locating target is centered in the box Receiver Locate Mode Screen Actual Position o
4. General Description The DigiTrak F Series Battery Charger FBC system includes AC and DC power cords an AC adapter and three rechargeable F Series battery packs FBP The battery packs power both the F5 receiver and the FSD remote The FBC battery charger can operate from AC 100 240 V 50 60 Hz 1 5 A max or DC 10 28 V 5 A max power sources The AC power cord provided with your system is standard to your global area of operation A fully charged lithium ion F Series FBP will power an F5 receiver for approximately 10 hours or an FSD remote for approximately 14 hours before recharging is necessary A battery pack can be recharged about 400 times before the battery life is substantially reduced LEDs indicate charge level shown 80 full Battery status button Checking Battery Status To check the charge status of a battery pack at any time press the battery status button below the five LEDs The LEDs indicate the charge level with each representing 20 of the charge F Series Battery Pack 42 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl Installing and Removing the Battery Pack Insert a fully charged DigiTrak F Series battery pack so it is flush with the back of the receiver and the tab is securely latched To remove the battery pack push down on the battery tab and pull the battery pack out and up from the battery compartment AC DC Power Setup Install either the AC adapter o
5. gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Vill DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl Safety Precautions and Warnings Carefully review this manual and be sure you always operate your DigiTrak locating system properly to obtain accurate depth pitch roll and locate points If you have any questions about the operation of the system please contact DCI Customer Service for assistance General Warning All operators must read and understand the following safety precautions and warnings and must review this operator s manual before using a DigiTrak Locating System Serious injury and death can result if underground drilling equipment makes contact with an underground utility such as a high voltage electrical cable or a natural gas line Substantial property damage and liability can result if underground drilling equipment makes contact with an underground utility such as a telephone cable TV fiber optic water or sewer line Work slowdowns and cost overruns can occur if drilling operators do not use the drilling or locating equipment correctly to obtain proper performance amp A A DCI equipment is not explosion proof and should never be used near flammable or explosive substances In the event of electrostatic shock the display screen may go blank No data loss will occur Click the trigger to reset the receiver or toggle down to reset the remote display Hot surfaces can occur o
6. 6 4 60 m 4 70m 4 83 m 5 00 m 5 18 m 5 38 m 5 66 m 5 94 m 6 86 m 25 2 25 8 26 5 27 5 28 4 29 5 31 32 6 37 6 7 67m 7 82m 8 05m 8 36m 8 64m 8 97m 9 45m 9 91m 11 43 m 30 2 30 9 31 9 32 10 34 35 3 g2 39 45 9 19m 9 37m 9 68m 10 01m 10 36m 10 74m 11 33m 11 89m 13 72 m 35 2 35 11 37 38 4 36 8 41 2 43 4 45 6 52 6 10 72m 10 95m 11 28 m 11 68m 11 18m 12 55m 13 21 m 13 87 m 16 00 m 40 2 41 42 g 43 10 45 4 47 49 7 52 60 12 24 m 12 50 m 12 88 m 13 36 m 13 82 m 14 33 m 15 11 m 15 85 m 18 29 m 45 3 46 2 Arge 49 3 51 52 2 55 9 58 6 67 6 13 79m 14 07m 14 50m 15 01m 15 54m 15 90m 16 99m 17 83m 11 43 m 50 3 51 3 52 10 54 9 56 8 15 32m 15 62m 16 10m 16 69m 17 27 m 20 1 20 6 aN 2 AP ae 22 8 23 6 24 9 26 30 6 12m 6 25m 6 45m 6 68m 6 91m 7 16m 7 54m 7 92m 9 14m 58 9 61 11 64 11 75 17 91 m 18 87 m 19 79 m 22 86 m Table B4 allows you to calculate the exact projected depth reading as well as the actual depth using a multiplier Values for the multiplier or conversion factor are provided at different transmitter pitches Table B4 Conversion Factors for Calculating Exact Projected Depth or Actual Depth
7. at different transmitter pitches Table B2 Determining Fore Aft Offset from Displayed Projected Depth and Pitch Depth 1 52 m 3 05 m 4 57 m 6 10 m 7 62 m 9 14 m 10 67 m 12 19 m 13 72 m Pitch Displayed 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 15 24 m 10 5 79 4 0 10 m g 0 20 m 4 0 30 m 1 4 0 41 m 1 8 0 51 m D 0 61 m 24 0 71 m 2 8 0 81 m 3 0 91 m 3 4 1 02 m 20 119 8 0 20 m 1 4 0 41 m 2 0 61 m 2 an 0 79 m 3 3 0 99 m 3 11 1 19 m 4 We 1 40 m 5 3 0 69 m Sr 1 80 m 6 yA 2 01 m 30 17 m 0 28 m Tel 0 58 m 2 11 0 89 m 3 10 1 17 m 4 10 1 47 m 5 107 1 78 m 6 9 2 06 m Te 9 2 36 m 8 8 2 64 m 9 4 2 84 m 40 22 1 3 0 38 m 2 6 0 76 m 3 9 1 14 m 5 1 52 m 6 3 1 91 m TA 6 2 29 m 8 9 2 67 m 10 3 05 m me 3 45 m 127 3 84 m 50 27 1 Te 0 48 m 3 ate 0 94 m 4 Te 1 40 m 6 tes 1 85 m 7 TAR 2 31 m 9 P 2 79 m 10 8 3 25 m 12020 3 71 m 13 8 4 17 m 15 3 4 65 m 60 31 1 9 0 53 m 3 6 1 07 m 5 4 1 63 m a ry 2 16 m 8 10 2 69 m 10775 3 23 m 12 5 3 78 m 14 2 4 32 m 15 11 4 85 m 17 8 5 38 m 75 37 2 i 0 64 m 4 2 1 27 m 6 3 1 91 m 8 4 2 54 m
8. select a transmitter frequency without having to walk the bore path with pen and paper in hand See Interference Noise Check on page 48 for a description of this feature gt lt I Diera ONTROL ING 1050 1050 0101 202 wan DIGITRAK Com S00 288 3610 4251 251 0550 Successful Signal Self Test Screen Potential test failures Background noise If the test begins in an area with too much background noise the test stops and the receiver displays a warning similar to Background signal is too high Find a lower noise area and try the test again Test Loop If there is a problem with the depth antenna in the receiver the receiver displays the error message Fault Depth Antenna Failure on the locate mode screen and locks the receiver Contact DCI Customer Service DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 15 l gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED DSP channel failure In the event of a Digital Signal Processor DSP channel failure the receiver displays the error message Critical DSP channels on the locate mode screen and locks the receiver Contact DCI Customer Service System Info Menu The System Info menu displays technical system information such as ID region and firmware version Use the toggle or trigger to exit to the Main menu md Off If512sSK fp ID 0 BT 00043eaad52f Tele region US BT ver 100120B Region 1 FS SW ver 3 00 9470MTt DSP ver 1 05 2 uC ver 1 08 18 DSP boot ver 1 01 0 Tele SW ver 1 02 FPGA
9. 10 5 3 18 m 12 6 3 81 m 14 8 4 47 m 16 9 5 11 m 18 10 5 74 m 20 11 6 38 m 90 42 2 5 0 74 m 4 9 1 45 m TA Te 2 16 m 9 6 2 90 m 1110 3 61 m 14 2 4 32 m 16 7 5 05 m 18 11 5 77 m 20 6 48 m 2378 7 21 m 100 45 2 6 0 76 m 5 1 52 m 6 2 29m 10 3 05 m 12 6 3 81 m LS 4 57 m 17 6 5 33 m 20 6 10 m 22 6 6 86 m 25 7 62 m Table B3 on the following page lists the actual depths in 5 ft 1 52 m increments in the first column and provides projected depth values at different transmitter pitches 82 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual Pitch Actual Depth 5 1 52 m 10 3 05 m 15 4 57 m 20 6 10 m 25 7 62 m 30 9 14 m 35 10 67 m 40 12 19 m 45 13 72 m 50 15 24 m DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl Table B3 Determining Projected Depth from Actual Depth and Pitch 5 79 11 17 22 27 31 37 42 45 5 512 5 3 5 6 5 5 11 6 3 6 6 7 6 1 52 m 1 57m 1 60m 1 68m 1 73m 1 80m 1 91m 1 98m 2 29 m 10 20 30 40 50 60 75 90 100 8 1 ee 10 1 10 3 10 7 10 11 11 4 11 9 12 5 13 15 3 07 m 3 12 m 3 23 m 3 33 m 3 45 m 3 58 m 3 78 m 3 96 m 4 57 m 15 1 155 15 10 16 5 17 17 8 18 7 19 6 22
10. CONTROL INCORPORATED Temperature Status and Overheat Indicator All DigiTrak transmitters are equipped with an internal digital thermometer The temperature displays on the bottom right of the receiver and remote display screens next to the transmitter temperature symbol I Normal drilling temperatures range from 64 F 16 C to 104 F 40 C Suspend drilling when temperatures exceed 95 F 35 C to permit cooling increases due to external drilling conditions will take time to transfer to the transmitter Resolve increases in temperature quickly to avoid irreversible damage Note Because the digital thermometer is inside the transmitter temperature If the temperature reaches 118 F 48 C the transmitter is becoming dangerously hot The thermometer icon will change to show that the transmitter is reaching a dangerous temperature ft The transmitter must be allowed to cool immediately or it will be damaged To cool the transmitter stop drilling and retract the drill bit a few feet and or add more drilling fluid Transmitter Temperature Warning Tones The F5 receiver and remote display emit the following audible tones to indicate increases in the transmitter temperature Temperature Warning Tones 61 97 F 16 36 C Double beep sequence beep beep for every 4 C increase in temperature 104 111 F 40 44 C Two double beep sequences beep beep beep beep for every 4 C increase in temperature Action
11. Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Battery Charger Status Indicators The battery charger has red orange and green LEDs that are on off or flashing depending on the charging status A series of beeps will also sound to indicate a major battery pack or charger fault The following table describes the charger or battery status indicated by the various LEDs and audible signals LEDs and Audible Signals Charger or Battery Pack Status Status Description Action Flashing Orange No Battery Pack No battery pack or unknown Insert viable battery pack Detected battery type detected Solid Green amp Solid Orange Slow Charge Voltage Restoration Battery pack voltage is less than 11 0 V or Battery pack temperature is above 104 F 40 C Fault detected within charger temperature sensor circuitry Flashing Green amp Solid Orange Minor Charger Fault Fast Charge Alternately Flashing Full Charge Green amp Orange Solid Orange amp Solid Red Normal operation charge duration is approximately 4 hours Battery pack is charged to 100 capacity Alternately Flashing Green amp Red Charge Terminated Over discharged battery pack could not be revived within a reasonable amount of time or battery pack is in an over charged condition Alternately Flashing Orange amp Red with Series of Beeps Battery Pack Temperature Fault Battery pack temperature is above 122 F 50 C or battery pack tem
12. DCI Customer Service 6 With the target centered in the box mark the ground directly below the receiver s display screen as the FLP Finding the Locate Line 7 Continue to walk in the direction of the drill or the last known transmitter location Keep the locating target on the vertical crosshair and observe that the signal strength is increasing 5 84 Signal strength higher than at FLP Locating target ed aligned with gt vertical crosshair 6 8 F a Receiver Locate Mode Screen FLP Behind Receiver Which Is Moving Toward LL If the signal strength decreases you may actually have just located the RLP Position yourself further away from and facing the drill to locate the FLP 8 When the locating target reaches the bottom of the screen the locate line appears and the target turns solid black to indicate your focus should now be on the LL DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 65 gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Locate line red when not aligned in box for depth reading Yaw left right 1 rotation of transmitter relative to receiver If the locate line does not appear and the ball flips to the top of the screen move the receiver in a forward backward direction over where the ball flips then hold in the trigger to re reference the receiver to the transmitter s signal and bring up the locate line Receiver Locate Mode Screen Actual Position of Receiver Approaching LL and Transmitter
13. DigiTrak locating system with the transmitter inside the drill head to confirm it is operating properly and providing accurate drill head location and heading information During drilling the depth will not be accurate unless e The receiver has been properly calibrated and the calibration has been checked for accuracy so the receiver shows the correct depth e The transmitter has been located correctly and accurately and the receiver is directly above the transmitter in the drill head underground or at the front locate point e The receiver is placed on the ground or held at the correct height above ground distance which has been set correctly Always test calibration after you have stopped drilling for any length of time Interference Interference can cause inaccuracies in the measurement of depth and loss of the transmitter s pitch roll or heading Always perform a background noise check prior to drilling e Sources of interference include but are not limited to traffic signal loops invisible dog fences cable TV power lines fiber trace lines metal structures cathodic protection telephone lines cell phones transmission towers conductive earth salt salt water rebar and radio frequencies e Interference at the remote display may also occur from other sources operating nearby on the same frequency such as car rental agencies using their remote check in modules or other directional drilling locating equipment Dig
14. FPTs are available with two dual frequency options 19 KHz and 12 kHz part number F5Dp 19 12 or 12 kHz and 1 3 kHz part number F5Dp 12 1 3 Like the other long range F5 transmitters the FPT is 15 in 38 1 cm long and 1 25 in 3 175 cm in diameter has a depth range of approximately 65 ft 19 8 m and displays roll in 24 clock positions Battery cap Fluid pressure sensor ports clean after use Front end cap Long Range Fluid Pressure Transmitter FPT For complete instructions on using the DataLog system for recording pressure tension data please see the DigiTrak LWD DataLog System Operator s Manual For a list of all current DigiTrak Transmitters see Transmitter Selection on page 28 24 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl Batteries and Power On Off DCI battery operated transmitters require two C cell alkaline batteries one DCI SuperCell lithium battery or two lithium SAFT LSH14 batteries DCI extended long range transmitters require one DCI SuperCell lithium battery It is not practical to use alkaline batteries in extended long range transmitters because they would only last a few hours The short range FS transmitter requires one AA alkaline battery or one 1 5 V AA lithium battery Installing Batteries Power On DCI transmitters power on as soon as batteries are properly installed To install the batteries 1 Remove the battery cap from the transmitter by rotating the
15. From Actual to Projected Depth From Projected to Actual Depth DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual Pitch 10 20 30 40 50 60 75 90 5 7 11 17 22 27 31 37 42 1 005 1 025 1 06 1 105 1 155 1 212 1 314 1 426 0 995 0 975 0 943 0 905 0 866 0 825 0 761 0 701 For example referring to Table B4 if you have a required actual depth of 24 ft 7 32 m you can determine the receiver s projected depth reading at a 30 17 pitch You will use the first row of conversion factors From Actual to Projected Depth to select the corresponding value for a pitch of 30 which is 1 06 Multiply this value by the required depth which is 24 and you will find that your receiver s projected depth reading at the locate line should display as 25 ft 5 in 7 75 m Using the projected depth displayed on your receiver you can calculate the actual depth of the transmitter using the second row of conversion factors Select the corresponding conversion factor associated with your pitch value then multiply that value by the projected depth For example if your pitch is 30 and your projected depth reading is 24 ft 7 32 m then you would multiply 0 943 by 24 to determine that the actual depth of the transmitter is 22 63 ft or 22 ft 8 in 6 90 m 83 gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Appendix C Calculating Depth Based on Distance Between FLP and RLP 84 It is possible to estimate the transmitte
16. HAG function depth readings the two point calibration procedure and the Target Steering function Recording Indicates that pressure tension data is being recorded Appears at the lower right of the transmitter roll indicator when P T data recording is enabled Reference Lock Indicates that a reference signal has been obtained for locating the transmitter See Locating on page 59 Roll Pitch Update Meter Shows the quality of data reception from the transmitter Specifically data rate Lets you know if you are in an area of interference or reaching the range limit of the transmitter Transmitter Battery Drill Head Depicts the remaining battery life of the transmitter when alkaline batteries are used full battery shown here Also used to represent the position of the drill head relative to the receiver in the depth screen Transmitter Pitch Angle The number next to this icon on the Locate Mode screen indicates the transmitter pitch It is also the menu selection icon for changing the pitch angle units between percent and degrees Transmitter Roll Clock Shows the transmitter s roll position A line points to the roll position and the roll value appears in the center of the clock The number of roll positions is a function of the transmitter 12 or 24 When roll offset is used the letters RO appear at the bottom left Transmitter Signal Strength The number next to this icon on the Locate Mode scree
17. Max 42 Avg 14 Sample Interference Noise Check Graph The F5 receiver clears prior readings when INC begins making it convenient to walk a bore path out in F5 12 KHz note the areas of high interference then select F5 19KHz and walk it back The receiver takes about eight readings per second averaging and drawing one data point every second The graph displays about 4 5 minutes of data before the oldest data begins dropping off the screen as new data arrives The lines on the graph indicate the following Red Live signal strength readings Yellow Maximum signal strength value encountered Blue Running average of approximately the last 25 signal strength readings This reading helps filter out small interference blips If this line trends high however interference may be consistently high Toggle down to return to the Diagnostics menu BR Digi Trak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl In the following figure the red flag area denotes an increase in background noise One Person Background Signal Strength Check No Transmitter Areas where the background noise level is too high may make it difficult to obtain roll and pitch data Options include working in a different frequency see page 31 off track locating to avoid localized interference see page 70 and using a cabled transmitter see page 23 Roll Pitch Check At the end of the bore path turn the receiver to face the launch end and install
18. Steering screen to return to the standard Locate Mode screen The F5 receiver will now no longer act as a steering target 76 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl Appendix A System Specifications and Maintenance Requirements The power requirements environmental requirements and equipment maintenance requirements for the DigiTrak F5 Locating System are listed below Power Requirements Device Model Number Operational Voltage Operational Current DigiTrak F5 Receiver F5R 14 4 V 350 mA max DigiTrak F Series Display FSD 10 28 V DigiTrak F Series Battery Input 10 28 V 5 0 A max Charger FBC Output 19 2 V 1 8 A max DigiTrak F Series Lithium lon 14 4 V 4 5 Ah 65 Wh max Battery Pack FBP DigiTrak F Series Short Range 1 1 1 6 V 400 mA max Transmitter FS DigiTrak F Series Extended 2 3 6 V 750 mA max Long Range Transmitters FXL DigiTrak HDT and Fluid Pressure 1 7 7 2 V 650 mA max Transmitters HDT FPT DigiTrak DucTrak Transmitters 2 4 3 V 130 mA max DDS 12 DDT 12 Environmental Requirements Device Relative Humidity Operating Temperature DigiTrak F5 Receiver 4 to 140 F 20 to 60 C DigiTrak F Series Display 4 to 140 F 20 to 60 C DigiTrak FS Transmitter lt 100 4 to 180 F 20 to 82 C DigiTrak HDT and FXL lt 100 4 to 220 F 20 to 104 Transmitters DigiTrak Fluid Pressure lt 100 4 to 220 F 20 to
19. The F5 receiver must be set to match the frequency of the transmitter The receiver must also be calibrated to the transmitter before drilling and the calibration must be verified see Getting Started on page 46 The transmitter and receiver must have matching regional designation numbers to communicate with each other and comply with local operating requirements The transmitter s regional designation number is located inside the globe icon near the serial number on long range and extended range transmitters and on the front end cap of short range transmitters Types of Transmitters DCI manufactures several different F5 and F Series transmitters in five frequency options 1 3 8 4 12 18 5 and 19 2 kHz F5 transmitters provide pitch readings in 0 1 or 0 1 increments from 0 to 100 0 to 45 and display roll in 24 clock positions CP F Series transmitters display roll in 12 clock positions Long range HDT transmitters measure 15 in 38 1 cm long and 1 25 in 3 175 cm in diameter have a depth range of approximately 65 ft 19 8 m and display roll in 24 clock positions Several options are available including dual frequencies and fluid pressure monitoring Front end cap with temp Transmitter serial dot and index slot number l tarra FEET _ Battery compartment Regional designation number must match that of receiver Long Range F5 Transmitter Extended range F Series transmitters measure 19
20. The depth units menu has four options e xx represents the use of inches only e x xx represents the use of both feet and inches e x xx represents the use of feet only e x xx m represents the use of metric units meters and centimeters After a selection the receiver beeps four times as the screen returns to the Settings menu 10 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl Pitch Units Menu Use the Pitch Units menu to choose between two options percent x and degrees x After a selection the receiver beeps four times as the screen returns to the Settings menu Set Time and Calendar Menu Use the Time and Calendar menu to set the time and date on your receiver This is necessary when you are using the DataLog function Time shown active Time value date displays here when calendar is the active function Calendar shown inactive Return arrow Exit Time and Calendar Keypad Setting the Time The time function runs on a 24 hour clock To set the time 1 Select the time icon so it is the active function 2 Enter the time one digit at a time from left to right For example to set the clock to 13 39 1 39 pm select 1 then 3 3 and 9 3 Select the blue return arrow The receiver beeps four times as the screen returns to the Settings menu Setting the Calendar The calendar function displays the date by month day year To set the date 1
21. and b services provided by DCI including testing servicing and repairing an out of warranty DCI Product The Warranty Period shall begin from the later of i the date of shipment of the DCI Product from DCI or ii the date of shipment or other delivery of the DCI Product from an Authorized DCI Dealer to User 2 DCs sole obligation under this Limited Warranty shall be limited to either repairing replacing or adjusting at DCI s option a covered DCI Product that has been determined by DCI after reasonable inspection to be defective during the foregoing Warranty Period All warranty inspections repairs and adjustments must be performed either by DCI or by a warranty claim service authorized in writing by DCI All warranty claims must include proof of purchase including proof of purchase date identifying the DCI Product by serial number 3 The Limited Warranty shall only be effective if i within fourteen 14 days of receipt of the DCI Product User mails a fully completed Product Registration Card to DCI ii User makes a reasonable inspection upon first receipt of the DCI Product and immediately notifies DCI of any apparent defect and iii User complies with all of the Warranty Claim Procedures described below WHAT IS NOT COVERED This Limited Warranty excludes all damage including damage to any DCI Product due to failure to follow DCI s operator s manual and other DCI instructions abuse misuse neglect accident fire
22. batteries in the transmitter to turn it on Have a coworker hold the transmitter and stand beside you at a distance of the approximate maximum depth of your intended bore Walk together in parallel back toward the launch end keeping the receiver over the bore path and the separation distance constant Periodically stop and have your coworker change the transmitter s pitch and roll orientation so you can verify the speed and accuracy of these readings on the receiver Note any locations where the display information becomes erratic or disappears Two Person Roll Pitch Test with Transmitter DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 49 gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED the transmitter turned on and then with the transmitter turned off If the difference between these numbers is less than 150 electrical interference IS excessive Note Electrical interference is determined by observing the signal strength with Suggestions for Dealing with Interference If pitch roll information becomes erratic or is lost move the receiver away from the interference source while staying within range of the transmitter Separation use of the HAG function see page 57 of the receiver from both passive and active interference is known to reduce or eliminate interference related problems Another option is to use a transmitter with a different frequency or greater depth range A transmitter with greater depth range has more power to overcome interference A diff
23. flood Acts of God improper applications connection to incorrect line voltages and improper power sources use of incorrect fuses overheating contact with high voltages or injurious substances use of batteries or other products or components not manufactured or supplied by DCI or other events beyond the control of DCI This Limited Warranty does not apply to any equipment not manufactured or supplied by DCI nor if applicable to any damage or loss resulting from use of any DCI Product outside the designated country of use By accepting a DCI Product and not returning it for a refund within thirty 80 days of purchase User agrees to the terms of this Limited Warranty including without limitation the Limitation of Remedies and Liability described below and agrees to carefully evaluate the suitability of the DCI Product for User s intended use and to thoroughly read and strictly follow all instructions supplied by DCI including any updated DCI Product information which may be obtained at the above DCI website In no event shall this Limited Warranty cover any damage arising during shipment of the DCI Product to or from DCI User agrees that the following will render the above Limited Warranty void i alteration removal or tampering with any serial number identification instructional or sealing labels on the DCI Product or ii any unauthorized disassembly repair or modification of the DCI Product In no event shall DCI be responsible for the c
24. in 48 26 cm long and 1 25 in 3 175 cm in diameter have a depth range of approximately 85 ft 25 9 m and display roll in 12 clock positions They are available in 12 KHz gray or 19 2 kHz black frequencies Extended Range F Series Transmitters DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 23 l gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED The short range FS transmitter measures 8 in 20 32 cm long and 1 00 in 2 54 cm in diameter has a depth range of approximately 15 ft 4 6 m broadcasts at 12 kHz and displays roll in 12 clock positions a Index slot dot designation number Short Range FS Transmitter The FC cable transmitter has a depth range of approximately 90 ft 27 4 m It measures 19 in 48 26 cm long and 1 25 in 3 175 cm in diameter broadcasts at 12 kHz and displays roll in 12 clock positions This transmitter requires a housing that will accommodate the wire and also provide a good ground connection to the base of the transmitter For information on using the FC cable transmitter and necessary Multi Function Cable Box MFCB see the MFCB operator s manual available on our website FC Cable Transmitter The long range fluid pressure transmitter FPT provides down hole fluid pressure readings up to 250 psi 1725 kPa in addition to the standard transmitter data provided by other F5 transmitters The pressure sensors are located on the front end cap with two sensor ports situated on each side of the index slot
25. is required to cool the transmitter 118 133 F 48 56 C Three double beep sequences beep beep beep beep beep beep for every 4 C increase in temperature Cooling is critical to avoid irreversible damage Above 140 F 60 C Three double beep sequences every 5 seconds on the remote display and every 20 seconds on the receiver This warning signifies dangerous drilling conditions irreversible damage may have already been done Above 176 F 80 C None transmitter shuts down 180 F 82 C None FS and FC transmitter overheat indicator temp dot turns black see next section 220 F 104 C None Long range and extended long range transmitter overheat indicator temp dot turns black see next section 32 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl Transmitter Overheat Indicator Temp Dot Each transmitter has a temperature overheat indicator temp dot on the front end cap The temp dot has an outer yellow ring with a s in 3 mm white dot in the center The white dot will change color if the transmitter is exposed to excessive heat YF AN Black temp dot voids warranty p Temp dot Transmitter Temp Dot If the temp dot changes to silver or gray the transmitter has been exposed to heat but not in excess of specifications If the temp dot is black the transmitter has been exposed to excessive temperatures over 220 F 104 C for long range and extended rang
26. it faces the opposite direction as illustrated by the icon on the screen and click the trigger on the green icon again w off Continue Exit Rotate 180 on same surface Level Test Screen 2 The receiver beeps four times flashes a confirmation message and returns to the Main menu If the level check fails the receiver beeps twice and displays an error screen Click Retry and repeat the test as described above If the check fails again contact DCI Customer Service Perform System Self Test Perform System Self Test performs a system self test on internal components The receiver beeps four times after a successful system self test and displays the Receiver startup Screen shown on page 7 Click the trigger to return to the Diagnostics menu 14 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl If the receiver returns any other results contact DCI Customer Service Perform Signal Self Test Perform Signal Self Test VY tests antenna gain calibration for all transmitter frequencies Perform this test only in a low noise environment with minimal interference The transmitter signal strength as displayed in the Locate Mode Screen see page 17 must be less than 55 counts At the conclusion of a successful test the receiver beeps four times and the self test screen displays with no errors Interference Noise Check Interference Noise Check simplifies the process used to evaluate background noise and
27. kHz HDT TT5 PN FXL 12 FXL TensiTrak PN FS 12 kHz FS Specialty Steering Tool SST and TensiTrak only appear if enabled on the receiver Contact DCI Customer Service for more information Calibration is required every time you use a different transmitter receiver or housing Calibration is not necessary however when switching between transmitters that were previously calibrated DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl Changing the Frequency of a 19 12 Dual Frequency Transmitter The 19 12 dual frequency transmitters F5D 19 12 and F5Dp 19 12 can be used at either frequency 19 2 kHz or 12 kHz After the transmitter has been powered on the frequency setting of the transmitter can be changed two different ways the pitch method is done with the transmitter above ground while the roll method is done with the transmitter installed in the drill head and below ground Above Ground Pre Bore Pitch Method Do not roll the transmitter more than one clock position during this procedure 1 Place the transmitter on an approximately level surface 6 75 or 15 and ensure the receiver is in locate mode and transmitter data is being displayed 2 Tilt the transmitter up so it has a pitch value of greater than 50 over 100 or nearly vertical Hold the transmitter steady for 10 18 seconds Slowly return the transmitter to level After about 10 18 seconds all transmitter dat
28. of debris Clean with running water after every use DO NOT use high pressure fluid to clean the sensor ports Placing tape around the fiberglass tube of the transmitter if soace allows will keep the fiberglass protected from most corrosive environmental wear HDT and FPT transmitters have a threaded hole 1 4 20 thread in the battery cap to allow the use of an insertion extraction tool for installing and removing the transmitters in end load housings Ensure that this hole remains clear of debris Send in the Product Registration Card for the 90 day Limited Warranty Battery Pack Storage 78 If you plan to store the battery packs for any period of time please follow these guidelines e Do not store the battery pack at temperatures greater than 113 F 45 C e Do not store the battery pack in a fully discharged state e Do not store the battery pack in the battery charger e f the battery pack will be stored for an extended period of time pre charge the battery to a charge level of 30 to 50 two or three LEDs illuminated on the battery pack Do not store the battery pack for more than one year unless it is periodically recharged to the 30 to 50 level DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl Appendix B Projected Depth Versus Actual Depth and the Fore Aft Offset What Happens When the Transmitter Is Steep and Deep The signal field emitted by the transmitter as shown in Figure B1 c
29. return to the settings menu If the roll offset failure screen appears verify the setup and try again or contact DCI Customer Service Disable Roll Offset To turn off the roll offset function select the disable roll offset option from the roll offset menu The receiver beeps four times as the screen returns to the Settings menu The value that displays for roll on the Locate Mode screen will now be that of the transmitter not necessarily the drill head Set Height Above Ground HAG Distance Use height above ground HAG to program a height measurement into the receiver so you don t have to set the receiver on the ground for a depth reading Raising the receiver above the ground provides separation from underground interference which can reduce the transmitter s range or cause variable readings To prevent incorrect readings HAG must be manually enabled each time the F5 is turned on 1 To determine your desired HAG distance hold the receiver comfortably at your side and measure the distance from the bottom of the receiver to the ground The available values range from 12 100 in when English units are used or 0 30 2 54 m when metric units are used DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 57 l gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED 2 From the Main menu select the HAG menu option The HAG menu displays with the Enable HAG option highlighted for selection and the current or default 12 in or 0 30 m HAG setting shown in the description li
30. shows the FSD battery status receiver type telemetry channel telemetry update meter and Target Steering data if active To return to the Main menu press the down arrow Transmitter pitch gt Telemetry update meter Roll indicator Receiver type with telemetry channel FSD battery status Roll offset indicator displays if roll offset is set on F5 receiver Transmitter battery status alkaline only Thermometer for transmitter temperature Transmitter temperature displays in Celsius if metric units are selected FSD Remote Mode Locating Screen DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 39 l gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED 40 The telemetry update meter displays the amount of signal being received If less data is being received then fewer bars are shown on the meter If the meter is decreasing or low ensure you have correct data before making steering decisions When the meter is empty no telemetry data is being received and all transmitter information will disappear If the roll offset function is set on the receiver an electronic compensation to match the transmitter s 12 o clock position to that of the tool RO displays at the bottom right of the roll indicator For more information see Set Roll Offset on page 55 If a fluid pressure transmitter is used the instantaneous fluid pressure will show in place of the transmitter battery status on the screen above The transmitter battery status will sti
31. that the equipment must not be disposed of with your other household waste Instead it is your responsibility to dispose of such equipment at a designated collection point for the recycling of batteries or electrical and electronic equipment If the equipment contains a banned substance the label will show the pollutant Cd Cadmium Hg Mercury Pb Lead near this symbol Before recycling ensure batteries are discharged or the terminals are covered with adhesive tape to prevent shorting The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help conserve natural resources and ensure it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling please contact your local city office your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the equipment The battery charger provided with your DigiTrak locating system is designed with adequate safeguards to protect you from shock and other hazards when used as specified within this document If you use the battery charger in a manner not specified by this document the protection provided may be impaired Do not attempt to disassemble the battery charger it contains no user serviceable parts The battery charger shall not be installed into caravans recreational vehicles or similar vehicles Pre Drilling Testing Before each drilling run test your
32. ver 1 01 0 SBC HW ver PXA 310 LibUtil ver 1 10 9454 LibDSP ver 3 00 9350 LibTele ver 0 03 8866 LibDLog ver 0 01 9352 Run time 3 13 GPIO ver 2 1 0 J Lang ver 1 0 13 OS IMG ver 1 1 0 System info System Info Screen Pressure Tension DataLog Menu Use the Pressure Tension P T DataLog menu with fluid pressure transmitters and the TensiTrak transmitter To enable P T DataLog select the red enable disable P T DataLog function icon shown below the icon will change to green Enable disable P T DataLog function Upload P T DataLog green if enabled red job to acomputer if disabled Delete P T DataLog job or jobs Exit Description of highlighted option Pressure Tension DataLog Menu Available P T data will always display on the Locate Mode screen whether or not recording is enabled 16 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl The Log While Drilling software for your PC has a variety of options for analyzing editing and displaying DataLog drill data Complete instructions for using the Pressure Tension DataLog function and the supporting LWD software are provided in the separate DigiTrak LWD DataLog System Operator s Manual Locating Screens The screens associated with locating include the Locate Mode screen the depth mode screen and the predicted depth screen each of which is described briefly below For additional information see Locating on page 59 Locate Mode
33. waste and are safe for disposal in the normal municipal waste stream These batteries however do contain recyclable materials and are accepted for recycling by the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation s RBRC Battery Recycling Program Please call 1 800 8 BAT TERY or go to the RBRC website at www rbrc org or information on recycling your used battery DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 45 l gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Getting Started 46 This section details the basic steps required to prepare the F5 system for locating These steps include e Power on the receiver remote display and transmitter next section e Conduct interference check page 47 e Calibrate receiver to transmitter and or verify calibration page 50 e Set roll offset if required page 56 e Set height above ground HAG distance if desired page 57 Additional steps are required when using the drill DataLog or pressure tension DataLog function Log While Drilling LWD the F5 TensiTrak system pullback and pressure monitoring system or a cable transmitter Manuals for LWD TensiTrak and the Multi Function Cable Box MFCB used with cable transmitters are available on our website Power on Receiver Remote Display and Transmitter Receiver 1 Before loading a battery pack note the telemetry frequency designations listed on the serial number label inside the battery compartment 2 Install a fully charged battery pack 3 Turn on the
34. will be set to vw maintains the last frequency and pressure calibration 3 After installing the batteries replace the battery cap Be sure to keep a dual frequency transmitter in the correct orientation while replacing the battery cap When using a 19 12 dual frequency transmitter F5D 19 12 or F5Dp 19 12 you can change the frequency after batteries are installed see Changing the Frequency of a 19 12 Dual Frequency Transmitter on page 31 The 12 1 3 dual frequency transmitters F5D 12 1 3 and F5Dp 12 1 3 must be set to single 12 kHz or dual mode 12 1 3 kHz when batteries are installed Transmitter Battery Status The battery status symbol at the bottom of the receiver s depth mode screen indicates the battery life remaining for alkaline batteries Because the battery status for a SuperCell battery will appear full until just before it is fully depleted you must track its hours of use A SuperCell is rated for 70 hours or 400 hours in sleep mode 26 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl Sleep Mode Automatic Shutdown Power Off All battery powered DigiTrak transmitters go into sleep mode and stop transmitting to conserve battery power if they are stationary for longer than 15 minutes To awaken the transmitter rotate the drill string a half turn a transmitter will not awaken if it lands on the same roll position at which it went to sleep A small amount of charg
35. 104 C Transmitters DigiTrak DucTrak Transmitters lt 100 22 to 122 F 5 6 to 50 C DigiTrak F Series Battery lt 99 for 32 50 F 0 10 C 32 to 95 F 0 to 35 C Charger lt 95 for 50 95 F 10 35 DigiTrak F Series Lithium lon lt 99 for lt 50 F 10 C 4 to 140 F 20 to 60 C Battery Pack lt 95 for 50 95 F 10 35 C lt 75 for 95 140 F 35 60 C System working altitude up to 6561 ft 2000 m DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 77 gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED General Transmitter Care Instructions Periodically clean the spring and threads inside the battery compartment as well as the spring and threads of the battery end cap to ensure a proper power connection with the batteries Use an emery cloth or wire brush to remove any oxidation that has built up Be careful not to damage the battery cap O ring remove it while cleaning if necessary After cleaning use a conductive lubricant on the battery cap threads to keep it from binding in the battery compartment Note All DCI battery powered transmitters are shipped with a nickel based anti seize lubricant on the battery end cap which aids in electrical grounding for better battery performance Before use inspect the battery cap O ring for damage that may allow water to enter the battery compartment Replace the O ring if the one installed becomes damaged Ensure the sensor ports in the fluid pressure transmitter remain open and free
36. 4 m 2 51 m 2 31 m 2 13 m 1 52 m 14 11 14 8 14 2 ov 4 13 12 5 11 5 10 6 7 6 4 55 m 4 47 m 4 32 m 4 14 m 3 96 m 3 78 m 3 48 m 3 20 m 2 29 m 19 1 1 19 6 18 10 18 1 17 4 16 6 15 3 14 10 6 07 m 5 94 m 5 74 m 5 51 m 5 28 m 5 03 m 4 65 m 4 27 m 3 05 m 2A 11 245 230 22 8 2178 20 8 19 17 6 12 6 7 59 m 7 44 m 7 19 m 6 91 m 6 60 m 6 30 m 5 79 m 5 33 m 3 81 m 29 10 29 3 28 3 272 26 249 22 10 21 iS 9 09 m 8 92 m 8 61 m 8 28 m 7 92 m 7 54 m 6 96 m 6 40 m 4 57 m 34 10 34 2 33 31 8 30 4 28 11 26 8 24 6 17 6 10 62 m 10 41 m 10 08 m 9 65 m 9 25 m 8 81 m 8 13 m 7 47 m 5 33 m 39 10 39 37 9 36 2 34 8 33 30 5 28 20 12 14m 11 89m 11 51m 11 02m 10 57 m 10 06 m 9 27 m 8 53 m 6 10 m 44 9 43 11 42 5 40 9 37 2 3473 SINT 22 6 13 64 m 13 39 m 6 86 m 49 9 48 9 47 2 45 3 43 4 41 3 Se 1 35 l 25 15 16 m 14 86 m 14 38m 13 79m 13 21m 12 57m 11 61 m 10 69 m 7 62 m 10 20 30 40 50 60 75 90 100 12 93 m 12 42 m acon 11 33 m 10 44 m 9 63 m 81 gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Table B2 lists the projected or displayed depth values in 5 ft 1 52 m increments in the first column and provides values for the fore aft offset shown in purple rounded to the nearest inch or cm
37. 5 ft 10 7 m DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 73 l gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED The Target Steering procedure requires correct placement of the receiver at less than 35 ft 10 7 m in front of the transmitter on the bore path with its back end where the battery pack is inserted facing the drill or the last locate point if drilling a curved path Setting the Receiver for Target Steering The target depth is the depth at which you want the transmitter when it reaches the location under the receiver To set the desired target depth on the F5 toggle up at the Locate Mode screen to open the Target Steering menu Target Steering CC Receiver Programmed target depth Transmitter in ground pointing toward target Program new below receiver target depth Turn on Exit programmed target depth Target Steering Menu The Target Steering menu displays either the last set target depth or the default value 1 5 ft 18 in or 0 46 m e To use the displayed value as the desired target depth click the trigger e To enter a new target depth select the keypad enter the value in the appropriate units and select the Return arrow for help with using the onscreen keypad see Using the Keypad on page 22 The display returns to the Locate Mode screen with Target Steering activated as shown in the following figure and the remote receiver automatically changes to Target Steering locate mode 74 DigiTrak F5 Opera
38. Drilling software which allows you to format analyze view and print DataLog files See the DigiTrak LWD DataLog System Operator s Manual for complete information Digi Trak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl Receiver Display screen Toggle thumb switch _ Grip Handle i EE ai Trigger men N Battery tab Serial number Telemetry frequency designation Battery compartment Boot Front panel F5 Receiver Side and Back Views General Description The F5 receiver is a handheld unit used for locating tracking and mapping the path of an F5 or F Series transmitter The receiver converts signals from the transmitter and displays depth pitch roll temperature battery level and optionally fluid pressure The F5 receiver sends this same information to the remote display on the drill rig To meet regional requirements and for proper communication the telemetry frequency designation for the receiver must match that for the remote display The telemetry frequency designation is identified on the F5 receiver s serial number label located inside the battery compartment It must match one of those listed on the remote display s serial number label located on the back of the unit see Remote Display on page 34 The receiver and transmitter must also meet specific operational requirements for different global regions A regional designation numbe
39. F5D 12 1 3 or F5Dp 12 1 3 is being used in dual mode the dual transmitter symbol will appear at the upper left of the roll indicator as shown at right The letters DL or DH will accompany this symbol when Dual Transmitter Detected DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 17 l gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED the receiver is set to detect the dual low 1 3 kHz or dual high 12 kHz frequency respectively For proper communication set the receiver to detect the dual mode transmitter as described in Transmitter Selection on page 28 When using a fluid pressure P T transmitter the Locate Mode screen has an additional data field and recording symbol Recording symbol indicates P T data is being recorded Fluid pressure on transmitter Locate Mode Screen with Fluid Pressure Data When using a TensiTrak monitoring system during the pullback process the Locate Mode screen displays the annular mud pressure pullback force and number of data points recorded See the DigiTrak F5 TensiTrak Pullback and Pressure Monitoring System Operator s Manual for complete instructions on using the TensiTrak system Locate Mode Screen Shortcuts The following shortcuts are available from the Locate Mode screen Task Operation Drill DataLog Menu p 13 Hold trigger toggle right Depth Mode Screen p 19 Hold trigger at locate line Main Menu p 8 Toggle down g p 16 Toggle right during P T job recording 18 DigiTr
40. ITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Depth Display Screen No Data The depth screen can be accessed at any time during locating by holding in the trigger However the depth screen will not display any depth or predicted depth when the receiver is not positioned at the locate line or at the front or rear locate point Slanted line and no data indicates receiver is not at FLP RLP or LL Receiver Depth Mode Screen with HAG Disabled when not at FLP RLP or LL When the HAG setting is enabled the receiver will be shown elevated above the ground with the HAG value displayed below the receiver Standard Receiver Screen Symbols Dual Transmitter Appears to the upper left of the transmitter roll clock when the receiver is set for an F5 12 kHz or dual transmitter and a transmitter in dual mode is detected The letters DL or DH will accompany this symbol to show whether the receiver is set to detect the dual low 1 3 kHz or dual high 12 kHz frequency respectively Globe Icon Identifies the regional designation number that appears on the receiver startup screen must match the region number on the transmitter battery compartment Gums Ground Level Represents the ground for the HAG function depth readings and the two point calibration procedure Locate Line Represents the locate line LL perpendicular to the transmitter The LL is found at some location between the front and rear locate points only a
41. Jaira FS Directional Drilling Locating System Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL DE dci digital control com INCORPORATED www DigiTrak com l gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED 403 2500 00 E Oct 2013 2010 2013 by Digital Control Incorporated All rights reserved Trademarks The DCI logo CableLink DataLog DigiTrak Eclipse F2 F5 iGPS MFD SST target in the box Target Steering and TensiTrak are U S registered trademarks and DucTrak FBC FBP F Series FSD FasTrak LWD SBP SEM SED SuperCell and TeleLock are trademarks of Digital Control Incorporated Limited Warranty All products manufactured and sold by Digital Control Incorporated DCI are subject to the terms of a Limited Warranty A copy of the Limited Warranty is included at the end of this manual it can also be obtained by contacting DCI Customer Service 425 251 0559 or 800 288 3610 or at DCI s website www digitrak com Important Notice All statements technical information and recommendations related to the products of DCI are based on information believed to be reliable but the accuracy or completeness thereof is not warranted Before using any DCI product the user should determine the suitability of the product for its intended use All statements herein refer to DCI products as delivered by DCI and do not apply to any user customizations not authorized by DCI nor to any third party p
42. Log ED job or jobs Add survey point Upload drill DataLog job to a computer Enable disable drill DataLog function green if enabled red if disabled l View drill DataLog jobs Description of Set up job highlighted option Drill DataLog Menu The LWD software has a variety of options for analyzing editing and displaying DataLog drill data Complete instructions for using the DataLog function and the supporting LWD software are provided in the separate DigiTrak LWD DataLog System Operator s Manual Diagnostics Menu Z The Diagnostics menu lets you check the performance of your F5 receiver Cy Off F5 19 2 um Perform signal Perform level check self test Perform system self test Interference noise check ka Exit Perform level check Diagnostics Menu Perform Level Check Perform Level Check confirms that the internal accelerometers that measure the inclination of the receiver are working correctly An inaccurate accelerometer would cause erroneous depth and location readings DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 13 I gt lt DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Place the receiver on generally level ground and click the trigger on the green icon The ground does not have to be perfectly level To cancel the level check and return to the Main menu at any time click Exit Ww off Continue Exit Place locator on ground Level Test Screen 1 Rotate the receiver 180 degrees so
43. RPORATED gt Cl 8 Once the second point is obtained the receiver beeps four times and a checkmark displays on the screen indicating a successful calibration The screen will then return to the Locate Mode screen If calibration fails two long beeps will sound and a failure screen displays Verify the setup and try again or call DCI Customer Service 2 Point Calibration Failure Screen After successfully completing the 2 point calibration procedure verify the distance between the two calibration points by taking depth measurements at each point and then determining the difference between the two values The difference should be 3 ft 2 in or 1 m 5 cm Repeat these measurements several times as you continue drilling to verify that the depth remains valid as the pitch of the transmitter changes This is called a two point check If necessary turn Height Above Ground HAG back on See Set Height Above Ground HAG Distance on page 57 for more information View Calibration Use View Calibration to check the most recent calibrations for your transmitter s The data will include the model of transmitter type of calibration 1 point or 2 point signal strength and a timestamp Though this window lists all transmitters compatible with the F5 receiver only transmitters calibrated to your receiver will display data in the Signal and Timestamp columns Toggle down to view additional pages Click the trigger to return to the Calibration menu
44. Screen The first option in the Main menu is Locate Mode which displays the Locate Mode screen When the receiver is detecting a signal from a transmitter the Locate Mode screen provides real time data about the transmitter s location temperature pitch roll and signal strength Roll indicator Locating target FLP or RLP Receiver m Roll pitch update meter Transmitter pitch Transmitter signal strength Transmitter temperature Locate Mode Screen with Transmitter in Range The roll pitch update meter displays the quality of roll pitch data being received from the transmitter When the meter is empty no roll pitch data is being received and none will appear on either a lt 5 nd the receiver or the remote display Depth and predicted depth readings may still be taken but the receiver will assume the Pitch Assumed Zero transmitter has a pitch of zero as indicated by the image to the right appearing on the depth or predicted depth mode screen When the roll offset function an electronic compensation to match the transmitter s 12 o clock position to the drill head s 12 o clock position is enabled the roll indicator will change to a circle and RO appears at the bottom left of the roll indicator For more information on using roll offset see Set Roll Offset on page 56 When the receiver is set to detect an F5 12 kHz transmitter and a 12 1 3 dual frequency transmitter part number
45. Select the calendar icon so it is the active function The display window on the keypad changes to show a date format 2 Enter the date one digit at a time from left to right The date format is two digits for the month two digits for the day and four digits for the year MM DD YYYY For example to set the date to January 2 2013 01 02 2013 select 0 then 1 0 2 2 0 1 and 3 3 Select the blue return arrow The receiver beeps four times as the screen returns to the Settings menu DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 11 gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Telemetry Channel Menu NY The Telemetry Channel menu has five telemetry settings 1 2 3 4 and 0 For communication to occur between the receiver and remote display both devices must be set to the same telemetry channel The current telemetry setting is highlighted when this menu opens Select the desired telemetry channel on the receiver The receiver beeps four times as the screen returns to the Settings menu Select Exit to return to the Settings menu with no change to the telemetry channel setting Select 0 to turn the telemetry function off which conserves receiver battery life Roll Offset Menu Use the Roll Offset menu when the 12 o clock position of the transmitter cannot be indexed to that of the drill head Roll offset lets you program the receiver to display the roll of the drill head rather than that of the transmitter See Set Roll Offset on p
46. a conservative bend radius Therefore in situations with significant pitch changes such as during the launch exit ends the up down steering information on the remote display may not be accurate In these situations only the left right steering information should be considered accurate Feasible Target Depth and Positioning the Receiver as a Target The maximum distance the receiver can be placed ahead of the drill head for Target Steering is 35 ft 10 7 m Beyond this distance up down steering information loses accuracy Over the 35 ft 10 7 m range starting with the drill head approximately level the following parameters apply e The maximum depth change is approximately 4 ft 1 2 m e The maximum pitch change is approximately 14 For the most conservative Target Steering operation assume the ideal drill path is a circular arc with a radius that accommodates the bend radius of most drill strings and products being installed As shown in the diagram below the feasible steering area is limited to the shaded region bounded by the two circular arcs Ba Surface of ground ne Target depth Current Target depth Feasible Target aoe Target Steering area depth a Depth change 4 ft 1 2 m max _ Depth ch ha Transmitter 4 ft 2 ker a pe Target Horizontal distance 35 ft 10 7 m max Diagram of Feasible Target Steering Area Maximum depth change is approximately 4 ft 1 2 m over horizontal distance of 3
47. a disappears from the receiver s screen indicating the transmitter frequency has changed 6 Select the new frequency in the receiver s Transmitter Selection menu the new frequency displays at the top of the screen Open the Locate Mode screen and verify that transmitter data appears on the display Below Ground Mid Bore Roll Method 1 Ensure that the roll offset function is disabled and transmitter roll data is displayed on the receiver Position the transmitter at 10 o clock 7 clock position or CP for 10 18 seconds Slowly roll the transmitter clockwise to its 2 o clock position 7 CP and allow it to remain there for 10 18 seconds Slowly roll the transmitter clockwise to its 7 o clock position 2 CP When transmitter data disappears from the receiver the transmitter frequency has changed This will take approximately 10 18 seconds 6 Select the new frequency in the transmitter selection menu the new frequency displays at the top of the screen Open the Locate Mode screen and verify that transmitter data appears on the display note the transmitter s uncompensated roll position when the drill head is at its 12 o clock position After a successful frequency change rotate the drill head so the roll position of the transmitter shows the noted value and re enable roll offset Note If you must disable the roll offset function before changing frequencies DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 31 gt Cl DIGITAL
48. age 55 for details on using this setting Pressure Units Menu The Pressure Units menu has two options pounds per square inch psi and kilopascals kPa After a selection the receiver beeps four times as the screen returns to the Settings menu Temperature Units Menu The Temperature Units menu has two options Fahrenheit F and Celsius C After a selection the receiver beeps four times as the screen returns to the Settings menu Force Units Menu The Force Units menu has two options pounds lb and newtons N After a selection the receiver beeps four times as the screen returns to the Settings menu This setting is only used with the optional TensiTrak for measuring pullback pressure and tension Language Selection Menu The Language Selection menu has multiple language options After a selection the receiver beeps four times and restarts Transmitter Selection Menu The Transmitter Selection menu lets you select the transmitter type model and frequency when applicable See Transmitter Selection on page 28 for more information 12 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl Drill DataLog Menu Use the Drill DataLog menu to record pilot hole drill data set up new drill jobs view and delete drill jobs from the receiver and upload drill jobs via Bluetooth to a computer for analysis with Log While Drilling LWD software Jane u 1 19 2 um Set up drill DataLog job Delete drill Data
49. ak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl Depth Mode Screen Hold the trigger with the receiver at the locate line LL to display the depth mode screen There are three different depth mode screens depending on the position of the receiver relative to the transmitter Locating on page 59 describes how to position the receiver at the locate line Reference Lock indicator Locate line LL Height above ground Bird s eye view HAG setting on En cm Transmitter depth 1 ik 6 Transmitter batter V y status and approximate orientation Depth Mode Screen at LL with HAG On When the HAG setting is disabled the receiver is shown on the ground and must be placed on the ground during depth readings Predicted Depth Screen The predicted depth screen displays when the receiver is positioned at the front or rear locate point FLP or RLP and the trigger is held in The predicted depth is the depth the transmitter is calculated to be at when it reaches the front locate point if it continues on its current trajectory The predicted depth is only valid at the FLP See Locating on page 59 for more information Reference Lock indicator Target in the box at FLP HAG setting off Predicted depth of transmitter Horizontal distance between transmitter and FLP Predicted Depth Screen at FLP with HAG Off Trigger in DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 19 gt Cl DIG
50. catvessawiansninei eee vasiaeeainetedeeiaeetdnnniectdversetiawiwensal 9 Height Above Ground HAG Menu na n 9 MM 10 Transmitter Selection Menu ccccceccecesscecueeeeceueeeeueueeneuuuuensuueueneaueueensagerens 12 PM 13 DENE MEN 13 System Info MENU ss a a a a aa na a re aaa 16 Pressure lension Datalog MENU zur san ee 16 Bofors ale ee aS 17 ER NMST NN AA 17 DE ME SN 19 Predicted Depth Screen arxnnnuunnnnnnnnrnnnnnnnnnunnnnennnenrnnnnnnnnnnunnunennnnenenn 19 Depth Display Screen No Date u a aus nn ana 20 Standard Receiver Screen Symbols arnnnnnunnnnnnnnrnnnnnnnnnnnnsnnnnnennrnnnnsnnnn 20 Using the Keypad u22u0240220ennonnnnnnennnnnnnnennnnenennnnnne ann nen nme nnnnenenne nennen 22 Transmitters 23 Types of Transmitters 02240224020000000nnn nenn nnnn nano anne nnn nun nenn anne anne nnne nennen 23 Batteries and Power On Off 22 222242 Lee 25 Installing Batteries Power On av auuuunnannnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnrnnnnnnnnnnrnnunnvnnonrennne 25 Transmitter Battery NG 26 Sleep Mode Automatic Shutdown Power Off s sesessssssererensnnerrnrnrenrrrrrnns 27 Transmitter Housing Requirements ccccecceeeeeeceeeeeeseeseeeseeceeeseeeeeseesees 27 TANG SENNA 28 Transmitter Selection Menu Options zusseennnunnnnnnnnn nennen nun nun nn nn nn nnnn une 29 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual V l gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Changing the Frequency of a 19 12 Dual F
51. configuration and your region ty Off F5 19 2 Current transmitter type and frequency F5 transmitters e ea Cable transmitter F Series Cable TensiTrak transmitter m dp sm DucTrak transmitter F Series transmitters Fluid pressure monitoring transmitters TensiTrak DucTrak Down arrow indicates Description of more options below highlighted option gt View F5 transmitters Veg toggle down Transmitter Selection Menu pressure and tension consult your TensiTrak owner s manual available online for additional information as selecting TensiTrak will significantly change the appearance of the Locate Mode display screen Note If you purchased a TensiTrak for monitoring and recording pullback 28 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl Transmitter Shortcut Menu To quickly change between frequencies of a dual frequency transmitter on a receiver running software version 3 0 or later hold the toggle switch right at the Locate Mode screen to open the Transmitter Shortcut menu Frequency options Existing calibration signal strength Cal SS 562 Locate mode Transmitter Frequency Shortcut Menu Select from the frequencies listed on the left If only one frequency is listed the transmitter in use is not dual frequency Select Locate Mode to return to the Locate Mode screen Transmitter Selection Menu Options The available menu options for each type
52. delays or return to you of the DCI Product without repair 2 After contacting a DCI customer service representative by telephone the representative will attempt to assist you in troubleshooting while you are using the DCI Product during actual field operations Please have all related equipment available together with a list of all DCI Product serial numbers It is important that field troubleshooting be conducted because many problems do not result from a defective DCI Product but instead are due to either operational errors or adverse conditions occurring in the User s drilling environment 3 Ifa DCI Product problem is confirmed as a result of field troubleshooting discussions with a DCI customer service representative the representative will issue an RMA number authorizing the return of the DCI Product and will provide shipping directions You will be responsible for all shipping costs including any insurance If after receiving the DCI Product and performing diagnostic testing DCI determines the problem is covered by the Limited Warranty required repairs and or adjustments will be made and a properly functioning DCI Product will be promptly shipped to you If the problem is not covered by the Limited Warranty you will be informed of the reason and be provided an estimate of repair costs If you authorize DCI to service or repair the DCI Product the work will be promptly performed and the DCI Product will be shipped to you You will be billed f
53. depth display and on the predicted depth display For more information see Set Roll Offset on page 55 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl Predicted Depth Screen The predicted depth screen appears when the receiver is positioned at the front or rear locate point FLP or RLP with the trigger held in However the predicted depth is only valid at the FLP The predicted depth display will show arrows pointing to the receiver and the predicted depth point ahead of the transmitter For more information about predicted depth see Locating on page 59 OFS AES j14 ov Predicted depth 6 10 Y E Bu Horizontal distance RE 6 07 gt 68F between transmitter and FLP FSD Predicted Depth Display with HAG On As on the normal Locate Mode screen when a roll offset is set at the receiver the letters RO will display at the bottom right of the roll indicator The example shown above shows no roll offset has been set When the transmitter pitch information cannot be obtained at the receiver due to range restrictions or interference the remote will assume the transmitter has a pitch of zero for depth and predicted depth readings In this case the remote will show the transmitter pitch as Al DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 41 gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Battery Charger F Series battery charger AC adapter F Series battery packs F Series Battery Charger System
54. e required depth actual depth of your installation and you want to find the corresponding projected depth reading that you will see on the receiver during drilling The final table Table B4 provides conversion factors for determining the projected depth from the actual depth or the actual depth from the projected depth at various transmitter pitches DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual Pitch Displayed Depth 5 1 52 m 10 3 05 m LEJ 4 57 m 20 6 10 m 25 7 62 m 30 9 14 m 35 10 67 m 40 12 19 m 45 13 72 m 50 15 24 m DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl Table B1 lists the projected or displayed depth values shown in red in 5 ft 1 52 m increments in the first column and provides values for the actual depth shown in green at different transmitter pitches For example if you have a displayed depth of 25 ft 7 62 m and your transmitter is at a 40 22 pitch then you can see from Table B1 that the actual depth of the transmitter is 22 ft 8 in 6 91 m Table B1 Determining Actual Depth from Displayed Projected Depth and Pitch 5 7 11 17 22 27 31 37 42 45 5 4 1 1 4 9 4 6 4 4 4 Da 3 10 3 6 2 6 1 52 m 1 50 m 1 45 m 1 37 m 1 32 m 1 27 m 1 17 m 1 07 m 0 76 m 9 1 ale 9 9 9 p 9 1 8 8 8 3 7 Te 7 5 3 02 m 2 97 m 2 87 m 2 77 m 2 6
55. e transmitter while standing in front of it facing the drill rig This is the recommended method for locating As you continue to drill or as the bore path curves you may be facing the last marked locate point rather than the drill rig Setup for Standard Locating Method Standard Locating Method with a Curved Path Depth readings and data points for the drill DataLog function may be taken at the FLP or at the LL Hold the trigger in to view the depth or predicted depth to send the depth reading to the remote display and to log data points for the drill DataLog function see the DigiTrak LWD DataLog System Operator s Manual for complete instructions on logging data points Finding the Front Locate Point FLP The locating procedure described here assumes you are facing the drill with the transmitter below ground and between you and the drill 1 Start with the receiver on and in Locate mode 2 Stand in front of the drill head at a distance of approximately one rod length DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 63 gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED 3 Observe the position of the locating target E relative to the receiver box on the display The figures below show the FLP ahead of and to the left of the receiver the FLP will be found farther in front of the drill head as the drill head gets deeper Locating target LL Box a a l Receiver Locate Mode Screen Actual Position of Receiver and Transmi
56. e transmitters and 180 F 82 C for an FS or FC transmitter and can no longer be used The DCI warranty does not cover any transmitter that has been overheated black dot or had its temp dot removed Avoid transmitter overheating by practicing proper drilling techniques Abrasive soils clogged jets inadequate mud flow and poorly mixed mud all contribute significantly to the over heating of a transmitter DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 33 gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Remote Display Removable visor I Keypad Antenna number Telemetry frequency designations Direction buttons Execute button Display screen Battery pack or brace insert DigiTrak F Series Display FSD Front and Back General Description The DigiTrak F Series Display FSD is a multifunction remote display used with a variety of DigiTrak receivers It provides the drill rig operator with information from the F5 receiver about the depth orientation and status of the transmitter The FSD remote can be powered through either a DC cable source or an F Series battery pack An external 13 in 33 cm telemetry antenna is supplied with the FSD to enhance signal reception up to 1800 ft 550 m with line of sight to the receiver To meet regional requirements and for proper communication one of the telemetry frequency designations shown on the remote s serial number label must match the one shown on the F5 receiver The receiv
57. e will continue to drain from the batteries while the transmitter is in sleep mode To conserve battery life do not leave batteries in the transmitter when they can easily be removed and always remove batteries when the transmitter is not being used Zr Note A transmitter will continue sending data for up to 20 seconds after the O batteries are removed If you have removed the batteries and intend to w restart the transmitter in another frequency wait until data has stopped displaying on the receiver before reinstalling the batteries Transmitter Housing Requirements For maximum transmitter range and battery life the slots in the drill housing must meet minimum length and width requirements and be correctly positioned DCI transmitters work best with slots that are equally spaced around the circumference of the housing for optimal signal emission and maximum battery life The slots must be at least 1 16 in 1 6 mm wide For accuracy slot measurements must be taken from the inside of the housing Battery cap Slot Front end cap position A B slot length C transmitter length Minimum a 8 5 in 2 0 in 15 in BOA EDS LEU 21 6 cm 5 1 cm 38 1 cm A c 13 0 in 2 0 in 19 in i 33 0 cm 5 1 cm 48 26 cm aS a 8 in 9 0 a 6 5 a 19 in Long range Fluild Pressure Transmitters FP Ts have the same slot requirements but additional housing requirements please a DCI Customer Service for more informa
58. emetry region contact DCI to determine which setting is required in your area and to verify that it matches the receiver s telemetry frequency designation Depth Units Set depth units as either English Fahrenheit psi and lbs or metric Celsius kPa and KN Pitch Units Set pitch angle units as either percent or degree 9 Exit Exits to the Main menu If a setting was changed the exit option is automatically highlighted Adjust Contrast To adjust contrast hold the execute button while pushing the right or left arrows to lighten or darken the display respectively 38 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl Alternatively select Adjust Contrast on the Main menu use the left or right arrow on the FSD to select either Decrease Contrast or Increase Contrast t then press Execute repeatedly to change the contrast incrementally To save the settings use the left right arrows on the FSD to highlight the curved arrow on the screen then press Execute to save and return to the Main menu Decrease Contrast Increase Contrast arrow arrow darkens screen CC lightens screen Curved arrow saves 4l contrast setting Adjust Screen Contrast Display Screens Remote Mode Locating Screen The Remote Mode locating screen is the default screen displayed on startup It shows the transmitter pitch roll battery status depth predicted depth and temperature It also
59. er telemetry configuration and current settings Remote Mode Remote Mode opens the Remote Mode locating screen which is the default screen displayed on startup It shows the transmitter pitch roll battery status depth predicted depth and temperature The main screen also shows the FSD battery status receiver type telemetry channel telemetry update meter and Target Steering data if active To reach the Main menu press the down arrow For detailed information about the Remote Mode locating screen and the depth display screens see Display Screens on page 39 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 37 gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Settings The Settings menu lets you change the settings shown below Receiver model Telemetry channel Telemetry frequency designation Depth units Exit Description of l l highlighted option gt change Telemetry Pitch units FSD Settings Menu DCI recommends that you set the FSD to use the same settings such as degrees or percent of slope as those on the F5 receiver Telemetry Channel Select between telemetry channel options 1 2 3 and 4 The remote and the receiver must be set to the same channel and must have the same telemetry frequency designation Receiver Model Set the FSD unit to work with select DigiTrak receivers Operator s manuals for other receivers are available on Digital Control s website at www digitrak com Telemetry Frequency Designation Before changing tel
60. er s telemetry frequency designation is located on the serial number label inside the battery compartment see Receiver on page 5 The FSD has an internal speaker that beeps at startup and emits warning tones when the transmitter temperature increases See Transmitter Temperature Warning Tones on page 32 for a complete listing of the warning tones and what they signify Power Options Installing the Battery Pack or Brace Insert Hold the battery pack with the tab facing up and away from the FSD remote then insert it into the battery compartment and push in until the tab latches in place To remove the battery pack push down on the battery tab and pull it away from the remote until the tab is released BA DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl Connecting the DC Power Cable The DC power port and DC power cable connector are keyed for proper alignment To connect the power cable remove the protective cap from the power port on the back of the remote align the key marks in the connector with the key slots in the power port and push in and rotate the connector clockwise until the connector locks into place Connect the other end of the DC cable to a DC power source Battery tab Brace insert DC power port Protective cap Keyed connector DC Power Cable right and Brace Insert Installed in FSD Remote When powering the FSD with DC power install the brace insert in the battery compa
61. erent frequency transmitter may have less interference potential on a given jobsite To determine which transmitter is the best option perform a background check using different transmitters and frequencies to see which provides the best signal for overcoming interference Calibrate Receiver to Transmitter The receiver must be calibrated to the transmitter prior to first time use and each time a different transmitter receiver or drill head is used The transmitter must be installed in a drill housing during the calibration procedure For information on how to first select the transmitter see Transmitter Selection on page 28 There are two calibration options 1 point calibration with the transmitter above ground and 2 point calibration with the transmitter below ground The preferred method is 1 point calibration The 2 point method is rarely needed and should only be used with caution Both methods are described below and both require a tape measure Note When using a 12 1 3 dual frequency transmitter F5D 12 1 3 or F5Dp 12 1 3 you only need to calibrate under one of the dual options DH or DL for both dual frequencies 12 kHz and 1 3 kHz to be calibrated Verify the depth reading at two distances in both frequencies before drilling If using single high SH mode you must calibrate separately 50 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl Select Calibration from the Main menu The calibration
62. etween the top and bottom of the screen then mark this location Release the trigger DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 71 gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED 5 Connect points P1 P2 and P3 with a line This is the locate line Because the LL runs perpendicular at a 90 angle to the transmitter when the transmitter is level we can determine the heading of the tool By comparing the signal strength at the predetermined distances of P1 P2 and P3 as the tool progresses we can verify if the drill head is moving away from or maintaining the intended bore path t is important to track the pitch of the transmitter see Locate Mode Screen on page 17 to verify that the tool is maintaining the desired depth 6 As drilling continues steer the tool to maintain a constant signal strength at each of the points P1 P2 and P3 If the signal strength increases the tool is moving away if it decreases the tool is moving toward the side position Differences in pitch will also affect the signal strength and LL position as the tool progresses Off Track Locating 72 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED l gt Cl Target Steering The Target Steering feature on the remote display at the drill rig allows the drill head to be guided to a point directly below where the F5 receiver has been placed ahead of it Target Steering with the F5 system requires level topography for the most accurate results It also assumes
63. f Receiver at RLP and Transmitter 13 Mark the ground directly below the receiver s display screen as the RLP 14 A line between the RLP and FLP represents the transmitter s heading The transmitter is located beneath where this line and the LL cross DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 67 l gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED 15 Position the receiver at the intersection of these lines with the LL passing through the center of the box on the display and hold the trigger to take a depth reading With LL aligned in box receiver may face toward RLP or FLP during depth readings Receiver Depth Mode Screen Actual Position of Receiver at LL and Transmitter To verify the depth reading disable the HAG set the unit on the ground and take another depth reading This reading should be within 5 of the depth reading obtained with the HAG on and the receiver lifted See Appendix B on page 79 and Appendix C on page 84 for more information on depth 68 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl Tracking On the Fly If you are running at 0 09 pitch over level ground the predicted depth will be the actual depth In this case all locating can be done at the FLP while the tool is moving Once the transmitter has been found and its heading is on line position yourself the distance of one rod length in front of the FLP on the intended bore path with the receiver facing the drill and sit
64. fied by this document the protection provided by the charger may be impaired Please read this manual before using the charger S Warning The charger is designed with adequate safeguards to protect you from Warning If you transport the charger in checked baggage be sure to remove the batteries from the charger before packing it Temperature The temperature of the air around the battery charger should be between 32 to 95 F 0 to 35 C Charging the battery outside this range may increase charge time harm battery performance or reduce battery life lt is important to maintain free airflow around the charger especially near the top and bottom vents If the battery s internal temperature is below 32 F 0 C or above 122 F 50 C the charger will not deliver charge current and will indicate a temperature fault Power Input Use the supplied AC adapter and power cord or DC power cord to power the charger with DC power in the specified voltage range Using other power cables could damage the charger void the warranty and cause a safety hazard User Serviceability Do not disassemble the charger It contains no user serviceable parts Liquids Avoid spilling liquids on the charger which could cause a short circuit it If liquids are accidentally spilled on the charger send it to DCI for repair Battery Disposal All DCI lithium ion batteries are classified by the United States federal government as non hazardous
65. fter a reference point has been obtained It is yellow at a distance red when close and black when the receiver approaches directly over the transmitter During target steering the locate line is black only See Locating on page 59 Locate Target Represents the front and rear locate points FLP and RLP See Locating on page 59 top of this icon is referred to as the box in the terms target in the box and line m Locating Icon Represents a bird s eye view of the receiver The square at the in the box locating 20 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl Pitch Assumed Zero In the absence of transmitter signal indicates the transmitter pitch is assumed to be zero during depth and predicted depth readings Pressure When using a fluid pressure transmitter the number next to this icon on the Locate Mode screen indicates the pressure reading If the pressure reaches an over limit condition from 100 250 psi or 690 1760 kPa the value will appear red When the pressure reaches the overload condition over 250 psi or 1760 kPa the value will display as OL Receiver Battery Depicts the remaining battery life of the receiver shown 80 full here When empty the icon will flash in the Locate Mode screen signifying that it is critical to change the battery immediately Receiver Icon Indicates the position of the receiver relative to the ground for the height above ground
66. ful calibration The screen will then return to the Locate Mode screen If calibration fails two long beeps will sound and the calibration failure screen will display Verify the setup and try again or call DCI Customer Service After successfully completing the 1 point calibration procedure take a depth measurement with the transmitter and receiver in the same orientation as during calibration The depth should be 10 ft 5 in or 3 m 15 cm Take another depth reading at some other measured distance and verify that the depth reading on the display remains accurate If necessary turn Height Above Ground HAG back on See Set Height Above Ground HAG Distance on page 57 for more information Note If depth data does not display hold the trigger while over the transmitter to O display the locate line For additional information on obtaining this reference lock R see step 5 in the discussion under Finding the Front Locate Point FLP beginning on page 63 2 Point Calibration In Ground The 2 point calibration procedure is rarely needed It requires you to obtain two calibration points one with the receiver placed on the ground and one with the A receiver raised 3 ft or 1 m above the ground If you must calibrate with the transmitter in the ground use this procedure with caution 1 With the receiver in locate mode position the receiver directly above an approximately level transmitter see Locating on page 59 for in
67. g the Transmitter rranrnnnrnannnnrnnnrnnnrnnnrnnnennre 63 Finding the Front Locate Point FLP cunorinawnnesneesieatnndsiearsnaweaegeewe enna rnens mea 63 Finding tne Locate LING ve ea 65 Finding the RLP to Confirm Transmitter Heading and Position ceeeeees 67 Tracking OTIS EE 69 OMTALEN 70 Target Steering 73 Feasible Target Depth and Positioning the Receiver as a Target 13 Setting the Receiver for Target Steering cccceccsecesecceeceeeceeeseeeaeeeaeeeaees 74 ETON TGO eee ee ee ee 15 Target Steering in Interference Areas ccccccceccseecssecaeeceeeceeeeueseeesaeesaeens 76 Turm OH WA SEN rennen 76 Appendix A System Specifications and Maintenance Requirements 77 POT FUNN Tf Environmental Requirements ccccccecceeceeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeseeseeseeseeseeeeeeaees Tf General Transmitter Care Instructions r arrnrrnarnarennrnanrnernarnnnrnnenannneenasenn 78 P Pack OOG ee ee nee nen ee 78 Appendix B Projected Depth Versus Actual Depth and the Fore Aft Offset 79 What Happens When the Transmitter Is Steep and Deep 19 Appendix C Calculating Depth Based on Distance Between FLP and RLP 84 Appendix D Reference Tables 85 Depth Increase in Inches Centimeters per 10 foot 3 meter Rod 85 Depth Increase in Inches Centimeters per 15 foot 4 6 meter Rod 86 LIMITED WARRANTY DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual vil
68. horizontal angle simply rotate the display in the base The display will also rotate sideways in the event you need to mount it to a vertical surface If so loosen the two lock knobs and angle the screen out slightly before rotating so it clears the base Caution Adjusting the up down orientation of the display without loosening the lock knobs can damage the unit 36 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl The removable visor on the FSD helps with both sun and rain The visor is held in place by a ridge on the top and channels on the sides of the display To install the visor slide the pegs on the visor along the peg channels on the sides of the display until the visor locks over the ridge To remove the visor push the visor back over the ridge and along the channels or simply rotate it back and out of the way Main Menu Access the Main menu by pressing the down arrow The Remote Mode option is automatically highlighted Power Off Remote Mode Settings IE Adjust Contrast Ts Information Description of highlighted option Enter Remote Mode Cable Mode FSD Main Menu Use the arrow buttons to highlight an option then press the execute button to select it The options available on the Main menu are described below and in the following sections Cable Mode Enables use of an FC cable or SST transmitter Information Displays FSD system information such as the software version serial numb
69. iTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl e Background noise must be minimal and signal strength must be at least 150 points above the background noise during all locating operations e Because this equipment may generate use and radiate radio frequency energy there is no guarantee that interference will not occur at a particular location If this equipment does interfere with radio or television reception which can be determined by powering the equipment off and on try to correct the interference using one or more of the following measures o Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna o Increase the separation between the receiver and affected equipment o Consult the dealer DCI or an experienced radio TV technician for help o Connect the DCI equipment to an outlet on a different circuit Equipment Maintenance Turn off all equipment when not in use Store the equipment in cases away from heat cold and moisture Test to confirm proper operation prior to use Clean the screens on the receiver and remote display using a damp soft cloth without chemicals or cleaning agents Clean the receiver remote and battery charger case using only a soft moist cloth and mild detergent Do not use chemicals to clean the transmitter Inspect the equipment daily and contact DCI if you see any damage or problems Do not disassemble or attempt to repair the equipment Do not store or ship this equipment with bat
70. indicating a 10 ft calibration is required see Calibrate Receiver to Transmitter on page 50 If the error is not addressed in this manual please contact DCI Customer Service Note Ifan item of the self test fails a warning displays and a failure message DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 7 l gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED F5 Receiver Menus Main Menu To access the Main menu from the startup screen click the trigger When locating you can access the Main menu by pulling the toggle switch down toward the handle Use the toggle to highlight different menu options and click the trigger to select a menu option The Main menu spans two screens as shown below A down arrow Y in the lower right corner indicates more menu options below on the next screen an up arrow A indicates more options above on the previous screen Telemetry Channel Locate Mode blue background indicates option is highlighted for selection Power Off Height Above Ground HAG Menu Description of highlighted option Drill DataLog Menu Diagnostics Menu Pressure Tension DataLog Menu ae go vi mill un 1 Locate mode Receiver Main Menu First Screen Datalog Receiver Main Menu Second Screen Receiver battery status shown fully charged Transmitter type and frequency Calibration Menu Settings Menu Transmitter Selection Menu Down arrow indicates more options below toggle down t
71. ion selected and a failure screen appears until you click the trigger or remove the battery in the case of a critical failure Verify your setup and try the operation again or call DCI Customer Service for assistance Power On To turn on the receiver pull and hold the trigger briefly then release A series of beeps sounds then a screen with the F5 logo displays while the receiver performs a series of self tests followed by the warning screen shown below WARNING RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY PROPERTY DAMAGE OR DEATH READ THE MANUAL BEFORE USING I acknowledge that I have read and understand the operator s manual F5 System Acknowledgement Screen 6 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl Pull and release click the trigger to acknowledge you have read and understand this manual If all items of the self tests passed the startup screen displays I gt lt I Diera CONTROL Inc Regional designation number must match that of transmitter Fi F5 k x ID 30007241 103 1010 0101 102 gt www DIGITRAKE com 800 288 3610 425 251 0559 System name Receiver ID number Software version Web address Customer service phone numbers Receiver Startup Screen Click the trigger to exit the startup screen and open the F5 Receiver Menu see page 8 appears in place of the system name For example a new or reset receiver may display a message
72. knurled cap counter clockwise On older transmitters use a large slotted screwdriver to turn the cap 2 Insert the battery or batteries into the transmitter with the positive terminals first When using two C cell batteries include the battery contact spring that came with the transmitter as shown below Battery contact spring Battery cap Battery l Battery Housing CGS Alkaline Batteries Installed with Battery Contact Spring f r Note Do NOT use the battery contact spring at either end of a single SuperCell battery DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 25 l gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Select the frequency of a dual frequency transmitter by installing the batteries with the transmitter pointing either up or down Load batteries with transmitter pointing up To operate F5D 12 1 3 or F5Dp 12 1 3 transmitter in single high SH mode 12 kHz or To operate F5D 19 12 or F5Dp 19 12 transmitter in high frequency mode 19 2 kHz SuperCell Load batteries with transmitter pointing down To operate F5D 12 1 3 or F5Dp 12 1 3 transmitter in dual high DH mode 12 kHz or dual low DL mode 1 3 kHz or To operate F5D 19 12 or F5Dp 19 12 transmitter in low frequency mode 12 kHz Setting the Frequency of Dual Frequency Transmitters zero when the transmitter powers up vertically Powering up horizontally Note The pressure sensor in an FPT F5Dp 19 12 or F5Dp 12 1 3
73. ll show on the depth display screen see next section When using a fluid pressure transmitter if the pressure exceeds the overload condition of 250 psi 1725 kPa the pressure will display as 255 psi 1760 kPa Depth Screen The depth or predicted depth of the transmitter can be viewed on the remote display but only when the receiver is positioned at the locate line LL or at the front locate point FLP with its trigger held in See Locate Points FLP amp RLP and Locate Line LL on page 60 for information on correctly positioning the receiver When the receiver is positioned at the LL with the trigger held in the FSD display will change to show the depth reading with arrows pointing to the ground and drill head When the height above ground function HAG is turned on the receiver icon is shown elevated above the ground with the HAG setting displayed The following figure shows the HAG setting at 2 03 For more information on the HAG settings see Set Height Above Ground HAG Distance on page 57 Roll offset indicator appears here if enabled on the receiver HAG setting gt Depth reading FSD Depth Display at Locate Line with HAG On The depth will display for 10 seconds after the trigger on the receiver is released then the display returns to the Remote Mode locating screen When a roll offset is set at the receiver the letters RO will display at the bottom right of the transmitter roll indicator on the
74. ments pull down menu to download view or print the documents DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual Contact Us United States DCI Headquarters Australia China Europe India Russia DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl 19625 62nd Ave S Suite B103 Kent Washington 98032 USA 1 425 251 0559 1 800 288 3610 1 425 251 0702 fax dci digital control com 2 9 Frinton Street Southport QLD 4215 61 7 5531 4283 61 7 5531 2617 fax dci australia digital control com 368 Xingle Road Huacao Town Minhang District Shanghai 201107 P R C 86 21 6432 5186 86 21 6432 5187 fax dci china digital control com BrueckenstraBe 2 97828 Marktheidenfeld Germany 49 9391 810 6100 49 9391 810 6109 fax dci europe digital control com DTJ 1023 10th Floor DLF Tower A DA District Center Jasola New Delhi 110044 91 11 4507 0444 91 11 4507 0440 fax dci india digital control com Molodogvardeyskaya Street 4 Building 1 Office 5 Moscow Russia 121467 7 499 281 8177 7 499 281 8166 fax dci russia digital control com gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Dear Customer Thank you for choosing a DigiTrak locating system We are extremely proud of the equipment we have been designing and building in Washington State since 1990 We believe in providing a unique high quality product and standing behind it with superior customer service and training Please take the time to read
75. mine the actual depth and fore aft offset wnen you know the displayed projected depth and pitch of the transmitter Figure B2 Projected Depth vs Actual Depth and Fore Aft Offset When Steep and Deep Figure B2 shows a transmitter positioned in a drill string that is meant to illustrate drilling at either a positive or a negative pitch the pitch is positive if you are drilling left to right and it is negative if you are drilling right to left The transmitter s signal field is also pitched at the same angle as the transmitter The locate line LL which is where the depth measurement is taken is the horizontal component of the transmitter s signal field flux lines That is the LL is found where the flux lines are horizontal as illustrated with short horizontal yellow lines in the figure above The locate points FLP and RLP are also shown in Figure B2 These points are located at the vertical components of the signal field as illustrated with short vertical yellow lines in the figure above Note that the locate points are not the same distance from the LL when the transmitter is pitched Again this situation requires compensation for the projected depth and the fore aft offset Using the tables provided below you can look up the actual depth Table B1 and the fore aft offset Table B2 based on the receiver s depth reading projected depth and the transmitter pitch You can also look up the projected depth Table B3 if you know th
76. n cable transmitters if housing requirements are not met Always ensure the transmitter is installed properly in the housing during use j AN AN Directional drilling operators MUST at all times e Understand the safe and proper operation of drilling and locating equipment including the use of ground mats and proper grounding procedures e Ensure that all underground utilities have been located exposed and accurately marked prior to drilling e Wear protective safety clothing such as dielectric boots gloves hard hats high visibility vests and safety glasses e Locate and track the transmitter in the drill head accurately and correctly during drilling e Maintain a minimum distance of 8 in 20 cm from the front of the receiver to the user s torso to ensure compliance with FCC requirements e Comply with federal state and local governmental regulations such as OSHA e Follow all other safety procedures DigiTrak locating systems cannot be used to locate utilities DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 1 l gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Continued exposure of the transmitter to heat due to frictional heating of the drill head can cause inaccurate information to be displayed and may permanently damage the transmitter Remove the batteries from all system components during shipping and prolonged storage damage caused by leakage may occur Equipment and Battery Disposal pat This symbol on equipment indicates
77. n indicates the transmitter signal strength Rx A 80109 Transmitter Temperature The number next to either of these icons shows the temperature of the transmitter An up or down arrow will accompany a change in temperature The icon on the right represents dangerous drilling temperatures D gt Q Warning Appears when there has been a failure in a self test B DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 21 gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Using the Keypad Use the keypad for setting the height above ground HAG value a target depth for Target Steering date and time and for programming rod lengths and survey points in the DataLog function Display window Backspace Return arrow shown highlighted for selection Exit KA jun 0 Standard Keypad To input a value toggle to and select the desired digits from left to right When a decimal value is required such as for feet only or meters then the last two digits entered will be to the right of the decimal point To enter a whole value enter two zeros at the end of the value Use backspace to delete the last digit entered Once the desired number is in the display window select the return arrow to lock in the value and turn on the function 22 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl Transmitters A transmitter fits inside the drill housing and generates a magnetic field detected by the F5 receiver
78. ne at the bottom of the screen If the HAG had previously been enabled the disable option would show automatically highlighted for selection Disable HAG Set HAG Enable HAG En Description of highlighted selection with current HAG setting Enable HAG 1 in in inches or meters HAG Menu 3 Tochange the HAG value shown at the bottom of the screen select Set HAG and enter a new value for help with using the onscreen keypad see Using the Keypad on page 22 After you press the execute button on that screen the receiver beeps four times and returns to the Main menu Select HAG again from the Main menu then select Enable HAG to use your new HAG setting Skip the following step 4 Ifthe HAG value shown at the bottom of the screen is acceptable select Enable HAG The receiver beeps four times as it enables HAG and returns to the Main menu Depth readings holding the trigger must now be taken with the receiver held at this height As noted above to prevent incorrect readings HAG must be manually turned on each time the F5 is turned on 58 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl Locating Locating in a High Interference Area with the F5 Receiver Locating with the F5 system can become easy and intuitive This section covers locating basics e front and rear locate points FLP and RLP and locate line LL e geometry of FLP RLP and LL with respect to the transmitter e the prope
79. nrnannnnenneennn 44 Wam S And FO CAMIION Sc aneecdececcecneeacce ee ae ae 45 Getting Started 46 Power on Receiver Remote Display and Transmitter u 0 0 46 ROCCO ETE EE E NE NE EE EN re 46 Remote BIS PIA iraa NE 46 TNT ee erarbeiten 47 Conduct Interference Check rrarnnnnnannannnnrnanvnnrnannnnrnnrnannnernasnnernuenannneenasenn 47 What Interference Is and How to Check for It aauuuuua va v aa vann cece cess eens nun nn nennen 47 Interference Noise Check zuuuanueenennoonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nun nnnnnnnnnne nun nnnnnn nen 48 FUNNET 49 Suggestions for Dealing with Interference nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnunnnn 50 Calibrate Receiver to Transmitter rrrrrnrnnnnnnrnnrrnrnnrnnnnnnvarnnnnnnvnnnnneneeneeneene 50 1 Point Calibration Above Ground unannnnnnnnnnnnnn nun nn nnnnn nn nenn nun n nn nun nenn 52 2 Point Calibration In Ground uzzzssseseennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nun nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn 53 VANN 55 RAN NN 56 FER NON 56 Disable RO Ev 57 Set Height Above Ground HAG Distance rrnrnnnrnnnrnanrnannnnnnnnnnnrnnnennnennre 57 vi DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl Locating 59 ECB 60 Locate Points FLP amp RLP and Locate Line LL cece eee eee nun nenn nn nn 60 Effects of Depth Pitch and Topography on Distance Between FLP and RLP 61 Marking Locate iF OE RE are 62 Standard Method for Locatin
80. o view System Info Menu Up arrow indicates more options above toggle up to view The F5 displays the receiver battery status in the top right corner the transmitter type and frequency setting to the left of the battery status and the current telemetry channel selection channel 1 is shown in the preceding example at the top of all receiver menus DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl The options available on the Main menu are described in the following sections Locate Mode When the receiver is detecting a signal from a transmitter the Locate Mode screen provides real time data about the transmitter s location temperature pitch roll fluid pressure when a fluid pressure transmitter is used and signal strength See Locate Mode Screen on page 17 for more information Power Off Select Power Off to turn the receiver off Four short beeps will sound as the unit powers off Automatic Shutdown The receiver automatically shuts down after 15 minutes of inactivity or after 30 minutes when in Target Steering mode Automatic shutdown is disabled during an Interference Noise Check see page 15 Calibration Menu Use the Calibration menu to calibrate the receiver to a transmitter with the transmitter above ground 1 point calibration or below ground 2 point calibration When you select this option the calibration method previously used is highlighted for selection Calibration is nece
81. of the head When the steering indicator is centered on the crosshairs the drill head is correctly heading to the programmed target depth The steering indicator in this case shows that the drill head is to the left and too high for the intended path Rotating the drill head to the 4 o clock position DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 75 l gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED will point the steering indicator toward the crosshairs and bring the drill head toward the target The horizontal distance between transmitter drill head and receiver is indicated at the bottom left part of the display The current approximate depth of the drill head is indicated at the bottom right Back of receiver Surface of ground N m Transmitter is Actual position of transmitter Side and End Views Showing Positions of Receiver Transmitter and Target Target Steering in Interference Areas In areas of passive and or active interference it may help to physically elevate the receiver above the ground In the example below the receiver is placed 3 ft or 1 m above the ground To compensate the target depth value is set to 8 5 ft 2 6 m This height must be added Back of to target depth receiver Surface o ground zu a Transmitter Target Actual position of transmitter Side and Back End Views of Transmitter Target and Raised Receiver Turn Off Target Steering To turn off Target Steering toggle down from the Target
82. of transmitter are listed in the following table For dual frequency transmitters the menu option icon shows the required orientation of the transmitter pointing up or down during battery insertion to power up the transmitter in the correct mode see Installing Batteries Power On on page 25 If the selected transmitter type has more than one model option as in the case of F5 F Series Cable and FPT transmitters another screen appears to select the specific transmitter model If a dual frequency transmitter is selected an additional screen appears to select the desired frequency After a transmitter selection the display returns to the Main menu with the new transmitter type and frequency noted at the top right of the screen as shown above DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 29 l gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED 30 Transmitter Selection Menu Options PN Model Frequency PN Model Frequency 19 2 kHz PN F5Dp 19 2 kHz 19 12 FPT PN F5Dp 19 12 FPT PN F5Dp Single High 12 1 3 SH at 12 FPT kHz Single High SH at 12 kHz Fluid Pressure Dual High PN F5Dp Dual High DH at 12 N 12 1 3 DH at 12 kHz FPT kHz F5 Transmitters Dual Low Dual Low DL DL at 1 3 kHz at 1 3 kHz PN F5X 18 18 5 kHz l I PN FC 12 kHz HDT FC cable PN F5X 8 8 4 kHz PN DDS 12 12 kHz HDT DDS 12 PN DDT 12 DDT 12 PN FX 19 19 2 kHz PN SST 12 kHz HDT SST PN FXL 19 2 FXL 19 2 PN FX 12 12 kHz PN TT5 12
83. onsists of a set of elliptical signals or flux lines The flux lines indicate the position of the transmitter When the transmitter is level with respect to the ground the locate line LL is directly over the transmitter the depth displayed on the receiver is the actual depth and the locate points FLP and RLP are at equal distances from the transmitter The location of the LL is found at the intersection of the ground and the horizontal component of the flux field the FLP and RLP are found where the vertical components of the flux field intersect with the ground Some of the horizontal and vertical components are identified in Figure B1 by short yellow lines Figure B1 Flux Field and Geometry of FLP RLP and LL Side View Due to the shape of the transmitter s signal field when it is at a pitch greater than 30 17 and or a depth of 15 ft 4 6 m or more the position of the locate line will be some distance ahead of or behind the transmitter s actual position In this case the depth displayed on the receiver becomes what is called the projected depth The transmitter s distance ahead of or behind the locate line is called the fore aft offset DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 79 l gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED 80 The projected depth and fore aft offset shown in Figure B2 must be accounted for when the transmitter is steep and or deep See the tables provided later in this appendix Table B1 and Table B2 to deter
84. option previously used is automatically highlighted Dr O Off HF512p HD fo cl 1 point calibration A View calibration lt 2 point calibration Receiver Calibration Menu 1 pt calibration To cancel the calibration procedure toggle to and click Exit The display will return to the Main menu with no change to the calibration Note DCI does not recommend calibrating every day but do verify the receiver s depth reading daily at different distances using a tape measure Do not calibrate if e You are within 10 ft 3 m of metal structures such as steel pipe chain link fence metal siding construction equipment automobiles etc e The receiver is over rebar or underground utilities e The receiver is in the vicinity of excessive electrical interference e The signal strength from the transmitter is less than 300 points too low or greater than 950 points too high If the signal is not within the specified range during calibration a calibration failure screen will display indicating low or high signal strength as shown below DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 51 l gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED rs 19 2 mn Too Low Too High Calibration Failure Screen Signal Strength Click the trigger to retry the calibration or select exit and return to the Main menu If the calibration failure screen appears verify your setup and try again or contact DCI Customer Service The transmitter mu
85. or any costs for testing repairs and adjustments not covered by the Limited Warranty and for shipping costs In most cases repairs are accomplished within 1 to 2 weeks 4 DCI has a limited supply of loaner equipment available If loaner equipment is required by you and is available DCI will attempt to ship loaner equipment to you by overnight delivery for your use while your equipment is being serviced by DCI DCI will make reasonable efforts to minimize your downtime on warranty claims limited by circumstances not within DCI s control If DCI provides you loaner equipment your equipment must be received by DCI no later than the second business day after your receipt of loaner equipment You must return the loaner equipment by overnight delivery for receipt by DCI no later than the second business day after your receipt of the repaired DCI Product Any failure to meet these deadlines will result in a rental charge for use of the loaner equipment for each extra day the return of the loaner equipment to DCI is delayed 2 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual
86. ost of or any damage resulting from any changes modifications or repairs to the DCI Product not expressly authorized in writing by DCI and DCI shall not be responsible for the loss of or damage to the DCI Product or any other equipment while in the possession of any service agency not authorized by DCI DCI reserves the right to make changes in design and improvements upon DCI Products from time to time and User understands that DCI shall have no obligation to upgrade any previously manufactured DCI Product to include any such changes THE FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTY IS DCI S SOLE WARRANTY AND IS MADE IN PLACE OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF NON INFRINGEMENT AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY ARISING FROM COURSE OF PERFORMANCE COURSE OF DEALING OR USAGE OF TRADE ALL OF WHICH ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED AND EXCLUDED If DCI has substantially complied with the warranty claim procedures described below such procedures shall constitute User s sole and exclusive remedy for breach of the Limited Warranty DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 1 gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED LIMITATION OF REMEDIES AND LIABILITY In no event shall DCI or anyone else involved in the creation production or delivery of the DCI Product be liable for any damages arising out of the use or inability to use the DCI Product including but no
87. p to the transmitter it is possible to track the transmitter s heading and also determine if it is maintaining its intended depth The off track locating method is only effective when the pitch of the transmitter is 0 0 and traveling under flat ground To explain how the off track locating method works we will use the example of an obstruction that is on the intended bore path as shown in the figure below The transmitter is about to go under the obstruction 70 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl 1 Stop drilling and find the locate line LL of the transmitter by putting the line in the box 2 While holding the trigger in and keeping the receiver in the same orientation step to the side until you reach a predetermined distance P1 Move the receiver forward and backward until the ball jumps between the top and bottom of the screen then mark this location Preparing for Off Track Locating 3 While still holding the trigger in and keeping the receiver in the same orientation step to the side another predetermined distance P2 farther away Move the receiver forward and backward until the ball jumps between the top and bottom of the screen then mark this location 4 While still holding the trigger in and keeping the receiver in the same orientation step to the side of the tool another predetermined distance P3 farther away Move the receiver forward and backward until the ball jumps b
88. perature is below 32 F 0 C Flashing Red with Series of Beeps Permanent Battery Pack Fault Battery pack voltage is less than 5 0 V Unrecoverable hardware failure of charger electronics detected Flashing Green Orange amp Red with Series of Beeps Major Charger Fault 44 None Charger will slowly restore battery pack to full voltage Charger is safe to use temporarily with charge current limited to less than 1 0 A but it should be sent in for repair as soon as convenient Remove fully charged battery pack Battery pack is damaged or near the end of its useable life If battery pack is fairly new and in good physical condition contact DCI Customer Service Otherwise battery pack is unrecoverable and should be properly recycled If battery pack is hot try to cool it down if cold try to warm it up Then recharge battery pack Battery pack is unrecoverable and should be properly recycled Stop using charger and send it in for repair immediately please contact DCI Customer Service DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl Warnings and Precautions DCI assumes no liability for problems that occur when you do not follow these warnings and precautions as well as the general precautions outlined in Safety Precautions and Warnings on page 1 shock and other hazards when used as specified within this manual If you use the charger in a manner not speci
89. r depth should the information displayed on the receiver become unreliable This is only possible if you know the transmitter pitch and the positions of the front locate point FLP and the rear locate point RLP and if the ground surface Is level To estimate the transmitter depth first measure the distance between the FLP and the RLP The pitch of the transmitter must also be reliably known Using the Depth Estimation Table below find the divider that most closely corresponds to the transmitter pitch Then use the following formula to estimate the depth Distance between FLP and RLP Depth Divider For example if the transmitter pitch is 34 or 18 8 then the corresponding divider value from the table is 1 50 In this example the distance between the FLP and the RLP is 11 5 ft 3 5 m The depth would be Depth ER 7 66ft or approximately 7 7 ft 2 35 m Table C1 Depth Estimation Table Pitch Divider Pitch Divider Pitch Divider DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl Appendix D Reference Tables Depth Increase in Inches Centimeters per 10 foot 3 meter Rod Percent Depth Increase Percent Depth Increase OD NO 00 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 85 l gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Depth Increase in Inches Centimeters per 15 foot 4 6 meter Rod cb Up eb S is pr Q amp m
90. r is provided in the receiver s software see figure titled Receiver Startup Screen on page 7 This number must match the one stamped on the transmitter for proper communication Prior to use the receiver must be set to detect the transmitter being used and be calibrated for use with that transmitter see Calibrate Receiver to Transmitter on page 50 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 5 gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Toggle and Trigger Switches The F5 receiver has two switches for operating the system a toggle thumb switch located on the top of the unit and a trigger located under the handle Toggle Switch Used to access and navigate menus Moves in four directions left right up toward the display and down toward the handle Trigger Switch Used to turn on the receiver select menu options reached with the toggle switch and change the screen view for depth readings Click once or hold briefly depending on the desired action Audible Tones The F5 receiver beeps to signal power on off confirm menu changes and acknowledge the pass fail status of actions as summarized below The receiver also beeps with transmitter temperature increases see Transmitter Temperature Warning Tones on page 32 Power On A series of short beeps Power Off Four short beeps Confirmation Signal Four short beeps confirm menu selection has been successfully executed Failure Signal Two long beeps indicate a problem with the menu opt
91. r method for marking locate points e tracking on the fly while the tool is moving e off track locating when you cannot walk over the transmitter For a detailed explanation of how to track the transmitter when it is steep and deep read the information provided in Appendix B Projected Depth Versus Actual Depth and the Fore Aft Offset on page 79 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 59 gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED 60 Locating Basics Locate Points FLP amp RLP and Locate Line LL The F5 receiver locates the transmitter by detecting three specific places in the transmitter s magnetic field the front locate point FLP ahead of the transmitter the rear locate point RLP behind the transmitter and the locate line The locate points are indistinguishable from one another by the receiver as they represent similar points in the transmitter s field in front of and behind the transmitter see Appendix B on page 79 for more information about the transmitter s magnetic field The locate line LL extends 90 to the left and right of the transmitter perpendicular when the transmitter is at 0 pitch It represents the location of the transmitter between the FLP and RLP Think of the transmitter being the body of an airplane and the locate line the wings The most accurate tracking requires the use of all three locations to determine the position heading and depth of the transmitter Aligning the FLP and RLP reveals
92. r the DC power cord by inserting the charger Green LED plug into the power port of the battery gt charger and then rotating it a quarter turn in either direction to lock it in place Red LED Charger plug If using AC power connect the AC power cord to the AC adapter then plug the adapter into an AC power receptacle If using DC power plug the DC power cord directly into the DC power source Once powered the LEDs on the battery charger will begin to flash in succession and the charger will emit a series of beeps Inserting Charger Plug into Power Port Orange LED Power port Charging a Battery Pack With the charger connected to a power source and the orange LED flashing insert a battery pack The battery pack will be flush with the battery charger when it is properly inserted The charger will emit a long tone followed by four short beeps indicating an F Series battery pack has been detected During normal charging the orange and red LEDs will illuminate to indicate the battery pack is undergoing a fast charge cycle The battery pack is fully charged when the orange and green LEDs flash alternately battery packs will also charge SE NiMH battery packs SBP although the charging times battery voltages and estimated battery lifetimes will be different from F Series Li ion battery packs Note F Series battery charger systems labeled for use with DCI Li ion or NiMH DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 43 gt
93. receiver by holding in the trigger switch briefly 4 Click the trigger to accept the Read the manual before using statement 5 Note the regional designation number in the globe on the receiver startup screen This number must match that of the transmitter 6 Click the trigger to display the Main menu From the Main menu select the Settings menu 8 Use the Settings menu to set the depth units pitch units time and calendar telemetry channel pressure units temperature units and force units as needed Remote Display 1 Compare the telemetry frequency designations listed on the back of the remote display with the numbers from the receiver s serial number label If they don t match contact DCI Customer Service 2 Install a fully charged battery pack or connect the DC power cable and install the brace insert in the battery compartment 3 Press the execute button to turn on the remote which starts at the Remote Mode locating screen 4 Press the down arrow to display the Main menu DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl 5 From the Main menu select the Settings menu to set the depth units pitch units and telemetry channel Ensure you use the same settings here as you are on the receiver You should also use the same system of units English or metric on both devices Transmitter 1 Compare the regional designation number in the globe on the transmitter with the number on
94. requency Transmitter 31 Above Ground Pre Bore Pitch Method ruvvrrvnnnannnnnnnnnnnnnnenrrnnnnnnnnnnnnsnnner 31 Below Ground Mid Bore Roll Method 2222000n00nnnnnn nn nun nn nn nn nn 31 Temperature Status and Overheat Indicator 02z0220220220000 nn nennen 32 Transmitter Temperature Warning TONES zessuuseennnnnnennnnnnennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nenn 32 Transmitter Overheat Indicator Temp Dot 2222220nnnononnnnnn nn nun nn nn nn 33 Remote Display 34 General DESCHBUON EN 34 Power T rr 34 Installing the Battery Pack or Brace InSert ruuuuaaunnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnennnnnnnnnnnnn 34 Connecting the DC Power Cable ruuarrvnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnennrnnnnnnnnsunssnsnnennnrnnnnsnnnn 35 PONNI Ove een Tee 35 Keypad EEE 36 VIEWING ANGIC and VISOR Lavere 36 MEN NE 3 Remote V 010 gt ee 3 SANG HR 38 AUGUST Go 111 EEE 38 DENE STENE Len 39 Remote Mode Locating Screen xanunnnnvnnnnnnnnnnnnnsnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnene 39 BL r Bee EEE EEE EEE 40 Predicted DENN Screen aaa 41 Battery Charger 42 General DES CHIDU CN ee 42 Checking Battery Status rrarrnnnnnnnnnnrnnnnnnnrnnnrnanrnnnrnnrnnnnnannnannnnnnnnrnnnennnennne 42 Installing and Removing the Battery Pack rrnnrnannnnnnannnnrnnrnnnnnernnnnnnennnnnnnn 43 AGIDO POWER SUN un 43 CAEN Pr 43 Battery Charger Status Indicators rrrrnnrnnnrnaneranrnannnnnnnnrnnnrnanena
95. results in deeper than expected depth readings or a completely blocked signal Examples of passive interference include metal objects such as pipes rebar trench plate chain link fence and vehicles Two other examples are saltwater salt domes and conductive earth such as iron ore The F5 cannot test for the presence of passive interference Conducting a thorough site investigation prior to drilling is the best method of identifying passive interference sources To familiarize yourself with the interference potential along your intended bore path first conduct a background noise check then verify the speed and accuracy of the roll and pitch information DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 47 gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Interference Noise Check The background noise interference along a bore path should generally be at least 150 points less than what the transmitter s signal strength was when measured at the maximum depth for that bore The Interference Noise Check feature simplifies the process used to evaluate background noise and select a transmitter frequency without having to walk the bore path with pen and paper in hand Z From the Main menu select Diagnostics then Interference Noise Check INC While you walk the bore path with the receiver in this mode and the transmitter off INC plots signal strength readings on a graph in real time Take note of where background noise changes F 19 2 om Time Live 34
96. roducts Nothing herein shall constitute any warranty by DCI nor will anything herein be deemed to modify the terms of DCI s existing Limited Warranty applicable to all DCI products The most recent version of this manual is available on DCI s website FCC Compliance Statement This equipment complies with Part 15 of the Rules of the FCC and with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standards and with Australia Class License 2000 for LIPD low interference potential devices Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this equipment may not cause harmful interference and 2 this equipment must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation DCI is responsible for FCC compliance in the United States Digital Control Incorporated 19625 62nd Ave S Suite B103 Kent WA 98032 phone 425 251 0559 or 800 288 3610 Changes or modifications to any DCI equipment not expressly approved and carried out by DCI will void the user s Limited Warranty and the FCC s authorization to operate the equipment CE Requirements C DigiTrak receivers are classified as Class 2 radio equipment per the R amp TTE Directive and may not be legal to operate or require a user license to operate in some countries The list of restrictions and the required declarations of conformity are available on DCI s website www digitrak com under the Service amp Support tab Click on DOWNLOADS and select from the CE Docu
97. rtment for structural integrity Install and remove it in the same manner as the battery pack the remote will draw power from the battery until its voltage is below the Note If both a battery pack and the DC cable are connected at the same time 7 DC source voltage Powering On and Off Power on the FSD by pressing the Execute button amp for about two seconds tone sounds and the Main Menu appears see page 37 Power off the FSD by selecting Power Off from the Main menu then holding the Execute button DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 95 gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Keypad Use the keypad to the right of the display window to operate the FSD remote Execute Button Use to turn on the FSD unit select a highlighted menu option adjust contrast and execute menu options It functions like the trigger switch on the F5 receiver Arrow Buttons Use to navigate through menu options Use the down arrow to access the Main menu from the remote mode The arrow buttons function like the oO toggle switch on the F5 receiver Viewing Angle and Visor The FSD viewing angle adjusts on three axis Ridge Lock knobs Peg channel Left right Viewing Angle Adjustments To adjust the vertical angle loosen and then squeeze the two lock knobs on the back of the remote display adjust the screen and retighten If the lock knobs are loose the display may not hold its vertical position during drilling To adjust the
98. spect to the LL even if the transmitter itself is level Surface of ground RLP Transmitter negative or downward pitch Effect of Pitch on Distance Between FLP RLP and LL To calculate depth for comparison to the receiver s depth reading using the distance between the locate points and the pitch of the transmitter see Appendix C Calculating Depth Based on Distance Between FLP and RLP on page 84 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 61 l gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Marking Locate Points The locate points FLP and RLP and the locate line LL must be found and accurately marked during the locating procedure To mark a locate point stand with the receiver level at the locate point Look down the vertical axis that runs through the center of the display to project a plumb line to the ground see figure below Mark where this plumb line hits the ground Plumb line or vertical axis Center of display Front of receiver Place marker straight down on ground WN NNN NN Plumb Line for Marking Locate Points 62 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl Standard Method for Locating the Transmitter The F5 system can locate the transmitter and its heading while it moves whether in front of the transmitter behind it or beside it It can locate the transmitter facing toward or away from the drill rig The standard method described in this section guides the receiver to th
99. ssary prior to first time use and before using a different transmitter receiver or drill head See Calibrate Receiver to Transmitter on page 50 for more information Height Above Ground HAG Menu amp Use the height above ground HAG option to program a height measurement into the receiver so it does not need to be set on the ground for a depth reading See Set Height Above Ground HAG Distance on page 57 for more information The F5 always powers up with the HAG function off disabled HAG also automatically shuts off during calibration and must be re enabled Until you enable HAG the receiver must be placed on the ground for accurate depth readings DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 9 l gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Settings Menu Use the Settings menu to set the following options a j fyl q Pitch Units Menu Depth Units Menu 12 00 00 Set Time and Roll Offset Menu Calendar Menu Telemetry Channel Menu Pressure Units Menu Current setting of Units are feet highlighted option Receiver Settings Menu First Screen Off 1512p GD Temperature Units Menu Mo Language Selection Menu Force Units Menu Exit Current setting of highlighted option Receiver Settings Menu Second Screen Any changes made to settings will be saved when the receiver is turned off DCI recommends that you program the receiver settings and the remote display settings to match each other Depth Units Menu
100. st be installed in a drill housing during the calibration procedure 1 Point Calibration Above Ground 1 Place the receiver and the transmitter in a housing on level ground with both devices powered up They must be parallel to each other and spaced 10 ft 3 m apart Use a tape measure to ensure the distance is 10 ft 8 m from the center of the transmitter to the inside edge of the receiver as shown below on the calibration screen 2 With the receiver in locate mode verify that roll and pitch values are being displayed and that a steady signal is being received from the transmitter Record the transmitter s signal strength at the calibration distance 10 ft or 3 m so it can be compared to future signal strength values A change in signal strength can indicate you are currently in an interference environment or there is a problem with your equipment 3 From the Main menu select Calibration then 1 point calibration w IF5192 m 10 or 3 m Continue 1 point calibration Exit Continue 1 Point Calibration Screen 52 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl 4 Click the trigger on Continue to initiate calibration The screen will show that the receiver is calibrating Do not move the receiver G F Calibrating Calibration In Progress Screen 5 When calibration is complete the receiver beeps four times and a checkmark displays on the screen indicating a success
101. structions on aligning the receiver directly above the transmitter and ensuring the transmitter is level 2 Verify that the signal strength readings with the receiver on the ground and raised 3 ft or 1 m above the ground are both between 300 and 950 points If the signal strength is too high with the receiver on the ground lift the receiver until the signal is within an acceptable range The second point should then be measured 3 ft or 1 m above that point If the signal is too low retract the tool to a shallower location for a stronger signal and try again DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 53 l gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED 3 4 5 6 7 54 Verify that roll and pitch values are displaying on the receiver and that the transmitter is sending a steady signal From the Main menu select Calibration then the 2 point calibration option Continue 2 Point Calibration Obtain 1st Point Click the trigger to obtain the first calibration point The calibration in progress screen displays Do not move the receiver Once the first calibration point is obtained the second calibration point screen appears Continue 2 Point Calibration Obtain 2 Point Lift the receiver 3 ft or 1 m directly up and click the trigger to initiate calibration of the second calibration point The calibration in progress screen displays again Do not move the receiver DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCO
102. t limited to indirect special incidental or consequential damages or for any cover loss of information profit revenue or use based upon any claim by User for breach of warranty breach of contract negligence strict liability or any other legal theory even if DCI has been advised of the possibility of such damages In no event shall DCI s liability exceed the amount User has paid for the DCI Product To the extent that any applicable law does not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental consequential or similar damages the foregoing limitations regarding such damages shall not apply This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state This Limited Warranty shall be governed by the laws of the State of Washington WARRANTY CLAIM PROCEDURES 1 If you are having problems with your DCI Product you must first contact the Authorized DCI Dealer where it was purchased If you are unable to resolve the problem through your Authorized DCI Dealer contact DCI s Customer Service Department in Kent Washington USA at the above telephone number between 6 00 a m and 6 00 p m Pacific Time and ask to speak with a customer service representative The above 800 number is available for use only in the USA and Canada Prior to returning any DCI Product to DCI for service you must obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA number Failure to obtain an RMA may result in
103. teries inside Always remove the batteries from the equipment before shipping or periods of non use DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 3 gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Introduction FSD remote display Receiver Battery packs Battery NS ud j charger Adapter and Transmitters power cords 1 for Battery charger Brace insert DigiTrak F5 Locating System The DigiTrak F5 Locating System is used during horizontal directional drilling operations to locate and track a transmitter installed in the drill head A complete F5 system consists of a handheld receiver a transmitter a remote display on the drill rig a battery charger and three rechargeable lithium ion Li ion battery packs for powering the receiver and remote display There are several transmitter options available for use with the F5 system These include five frequency options 1 3 KHz 8 4 kHz 12 kHz 18 5 kHz and 19 2 kHz dual frequency transmitters and a cable transmitter The options also include fluid pressure transmitters FP Ts that monitor the pilot hole annular mud pressure the TensiTrak transmitter that monitors the pullback force between the reamer and the product being pulled and the Steering Tool SST transmitter for drilling where walkover tracking is not possible The F5 system includes a DataLog function that records data points along the bore path The drill data can then be uploaded to a computer with DigiTrak LWD Log While
104. the heading and left right position of the transmitter The LL determines the central position and depth of the transmitter when the receiver is properly aligned between the FLP and RLP Bird s eye view looking down 04 Transmitter TT Geometry of FLP RLP and LL from Top Bird s Eye and Side Views Note how the RLP and FLP are equal distances from the LL when the transmitter is level DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl depth exceeds 15 ft 4 6 m the position of the locate line will be somewhat ahead of or behind the transmitter s actual position In these cases the depth displayed on the receiver is referred to as the projected depth Appendix B on page 79 provides more information regarding this situation Note Ifthe transmitter pitch exceeds 30 or 17 and or the transmitter Effects of Depth Pitch and Topography on Distance Between FLP and RLP The deeper the transmitter is the farther apart the FLP and RLP will be The distance between the FLP and RLP with respect to the location of the LL is also a function of the transmitter pitch and the topography When the transmitter pitch is negative the FLP will be farther from the LL than the RLP see following figure When the transmitter pitch is positive the RLP will be further from the LL than the FLP If the ground surface or topography slopes significantly the locations of the FLP and RLP will also be affected with re
105. the receiver s serial number label If they don t match contact DCI Customer Service 2 See Installing Batteries Power On on page 25 for instructions on how to install batteries so the transmitter powers on in the preferred frequency 3 Using the transmitter selection menu on the F5 set the receiver to detect the type and frequency of the transmitter see Transmitter Selection on page 28 Conduct Interference Check What Interference Is and How to Check for It Before drilling preferably before bidding on a project evaluate the interference potential at the job site Interference can reduce the transmitter s range or cause variable readings and possibly result in job slowdowns Interference is classified as either active and passive Active interference also known as electrical interference or background noise can have varying effects on F5 locating equipment Most electrical devices emit signals that can inhibit the ability to locate the transmitter accurately or get good pitch roll readings Some examples of active interference include traffic signal loops buried dog fences cathodic protection radio communications microwave towers cable TV fiber trace lines utility data transmissions security systems power lines and phone lines The following section describes how to use the F5 receiver to test for the presence of background noise Passive interference can reduce the amount of signal received from the transmitter which
106. this entire manual especially the section on safety Also please fill in the product registration card provided with this equipment and either mail it to DCI headquarters fax it to us at 253 395 2800 or complete and submit the form online at our website www digitrak com We will put you on the Digital Control mailing list and send you product upgrade information and our FasTrak newsletter Feel free to contact us if you have any problems or questions Our Customer Service department is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week International contact information is available on our website As the horizontal directional drilling industry grows we re keeping our eye on the future to develop equipment that will make your job faster and easier Visit us online any time to see what we re up to We welcome your questions comments and ideas Digital Control Incorporated Kent Washington 2013 See our DigiTrak Training Videos on YouTube at www youtube com dcikent IV DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl Table of Contents Safety Precautions and Warnings 1 GNU EEE ee ee 1 Equipment and Battery Disposal rrnnrnnrnnrnnrnnrnnrnnrnnnnannannanvnnvnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnennee 2 PETAR 2 MENEN EG endene 2 EQUIDMENE MAMENANG av nenn 3 Introduction 4 Receiver 5 SND 5 Toggle and TTOGEr owie Saaeed a 6 Audible TONES ee 6 POT NN 6 F5 Receiver Menus 8 Me 8 MN 9 PT 9 Calibration MENT iiccvscinenssracse
107. ting level on the ground see Set Height Above Ground HAG Distance on page 57 if you need to turn HAG off Tracking On the Fly with a Tracking On the Fly with a Straight Path Curved Path Depth readings and data points for the drill DataLog function may be taken at the FLP or at the LL Hold the trigger in to view the depth or predicted depth to send the depth reading to the remote display and to log data points See the DigiTrak LWD DataLog System Operator s Manual for more information on logging data points Warning Do not hold the trigger in unless you are precisely at the FLP target centered in box If you are ahead of the FLP you could set an incorrect reference that causes a ghost locate line This typically happens when the head is shallower than 3 ft 1 m In this case you must reference again at the FLP N DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 69 gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Receiver Screen Tracking On the Fly Actual Position of Receiver and Transmitter As the drill head advances the FLP should travel along the receiver s vertical crosshairs indicating that the tool is still on line Once the FLP is in the box hold the trigger in and confirm that the predicted depth reading is as expected Off Track Locating Off track locating is useful when it is not possible to walk above the transmitter due to a surface obstruction or interference Using the locate line s perpendicular relationshi
108. tion The FC transmitter requires the use of the MFCB multi function cable box system to operate For more information and complete instructions see the MFCB Operator s Manual available on our website DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual 27 l gt Cl DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED A transmitter must fit snugly in its housing It may be necessary to wrap the transmitter with tape or O rings and or to use a housing adapter for larger drill housings Contact DCI Customer Service for more information The index slot in the front end cap of the transmitter should fit onto the anti roll pin key in the housing for proper alignment If the transmitter s 12 o clock position will not match that of the drill head you will need to Set Roll Offset see page 55 Transmitter Selection For the receiver to detect the signal from the transmitter the receiver and transmitter must have matching regional designation numbers see Receiver Startup Screen image on page 7 The receiver must also be set to match the transmitter and frequency being used discussed below and calibrated to that transmitter see Calibrate Receiver to Transmitter on page 50 The transmitter selection icon on the Main menu opens a window of transmitters available for use with the F5 system If there is more than one option for a selection a secondary menu will appear Your receiver may display more or less transmitters than are shown on the following screen depending on its
109. tor s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl Roll indicator Roll pitch update meter 3 lt lt 0 3 lt p Transmitter pitch ans panes u A 6 lt f Approximate Y transmitter depth N F FF Horizontal distance Transmitter temperature p gj 68F 20 4 ED betwen iransmitter and receiver Target Steering Locate Mode Screen The horizontal distance between transmitter and receiver is shown at the bottom Use this number to help you position the receiver a maximum distance of 35 ft 10 7 m ahead of the tool Pressure data for a fluid pressure sensing transmitter will display in a field between the transmitter pitch and approximate transmitter depth Steering to the Target Once the target depth has been entered on the receiver and the receiver has been positioned ahead of the tool as the target select Remote Mode from the remote display s FSD Main menu see Main Menu on page 37 if the Target Steering screen is not yet displayed Transmitter pitch Steering indicator _ Center of crosshairs M4 _ Transmitter roll Approximate transmitter depth Horizontal distance between transmitter and receiver 20 4 p Target Steering on Remote Display Imagine the crosshairs are pointing down the bore path but instead of moving the crosshairs onto the target you will steer the target onto the crosshairs The pointed end of the steering indicator corresponds to the clock position
110. tter Move the receiver to guide the target into the box When the target is centered in the box hold the trigger in for one second so the receiver can lock on the reference signal The R symbol will appear at the top of the depth screen The locate line LL will not display later without this reference Reference 2 signal set Target in the box Receiver Depth Mode Screen Actual Position of Receiver at FLP with HAG on and Transmitter C4 DigiTrak F5 Operator s Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED gt Cl centered in box If you are ahead of the FLP you could set an incorrect reference that causes a ghost locate line This typically happens when the head is shallower than 3 ft 1 m In this case you must reference again at the FLP I Warning Do not hold the trigger in unless you are precisely at the FLP target The depth value given at the FLP is the predicted depth which is the depth the transmitter is calculated to be at when it reaches the location beneath the receiver If the pitch or heading of the transmitter changes before it reaches the location under the receiver the predicted depth reading will no longer be accurate To verify that the signal is balanced through the receiver s antenna carefully rotate the receiver 360 about the center of the display while keeping the receiver level The locating target should stay centered in the box If it does not do not continue to use the receiver and contact

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