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Directional Drilling Locating System Operators Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED DCI Headquarters 19625 62nd Ave. S., Suite B-103 Kent, Washington 98032 USA Tel 425 251 0559 / 800 288 3610 Fax 253 395 2800 E-mail DCI@digital-control.com www.digitrak.com DCI India DTJ 1023, DLF Tower A Jasola District Center New Delhi 110 044, India Tel +91(0) 11 4507 0444 Fax +91(0) 11 4507 0440 DCI.India@digital-control.com DCI China No. 368, Xingle Road Huacao Town, Minhang District Shanghai P.R.C. 201107 Tel +86(0) 21 6432 5186 Fax +86(0) 21 6432 5187 DCI.China@digital-control.com DCI Australia 2/9 Frinton Street Southport, Queensland 4215 Australia Tel +61(0) 7 5531 4283 Fax +61(0) 7 5531 2617 DCI.Australia@digital-control.com DCI Russia 420059 Pavlyukhina Street 104, Kazan Russia Tel +7 843 277 52 22 Fax +7 843 277 52 07 DCI.Russia@digital-control.com DCI Europe Kurmainzer Strasse 56 D-97836 Bischbrunn Germany Tel +49(0) 9394 990 990 Fax +49(0) 9394 990 999 DCI.Europe@digital-control.com DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED 3-2500-00-B1 2010-2011 by Digital Control Incorporated. All rights reserved. February 2011. Trademarks The DCI logo, CableLink, DataLog, DigiTrak, Eclipse, F2, iGPS, MFD, SST, target-in-the-box, Target Steering, and TensiTrak are U.S. registered trademarks and DucTrak, F5, F Series, FSD, FasTrak, LT, LT2, SE, 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 by connecting to 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 utilizing 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 products. Nothing herein shall constitute any warranty by DCI nor will anything herein be deemed to modify the terms of DCIs existing Limited Warranty applicable to all DCI products. FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the Rules of the FCC. Operation is subject to the following two condi-
tions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. DCI is responsible for FCC compli-
ance in the United States: Digital Control Incorporated, 19625 62nd Ave. S., Suite B-103, Kent, WA 98032; phone 425-251-0559 or 800-288-3610. Changes or modifications to the DCI equipment not expressly approved and carried out by DCI will void the users Limited Warranty and the FCCs authorization to operate the equipment. CE Requirements DigiTrak receivers and transmitters are classified as Class 2 radio equipment per the R&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 DCIs website, www.digitrak.com, under the Service & Support tab. Click on DOWNLOADS and select from the CE Documents pull-down menu to download, view, or print the documents. 2 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Table of Contents SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS ............................................................................................... 6 DEAR CUSTOMER: ...................................................................................................................................... 8 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................................... 9 RECEIVER .................................................................................................................................................. 11 General Description ................................................................................................................................. 11 Toggle and Trigger Switches ................................................................................................................... 11 Audible Tones .......................................................................................................................................... 12 Installing and Removing the Battery Pack ............................................................................................... 12 Power On ................................................................................................................................................. 12 Power Off ................................................................................................................................................. 13 Main Menu ............................................................................................................................................... 14 Locate Mode ............................................................................................................................................ 15 Calibration Menu ..................................................................................................................................... 16 Height-Above-Ground (HAG) Menu ........................................................................................................ 17 Settings Menu .......................................................................................................................................... 17 Depth Units Menu ................................................................................................................................ 18 Pitch Units Menu .................................................................................................................................. 18 Set Time and Calendar ........................................................................................................................ 18 Setting the Time ............................................................................................................................... 19 Setting the Calendar ........................................................................................................................ 19 Telemetry Channel Menu .................................................................................................................... 20 Roll Offset Menu .................................................................................................................................. 20 Transmitter Selection Menu .................................................................................................................... 20 Standard DataLog Menu ......................................................................................................................... 21 Using the Keypad .................................................................................................................................... 22 Display Screens ....................................................................................................................................... 24 Locate Mode Display Screen ............................................................................................................... 24 Depth Mode Display Screen ................................................................................................................ 25 Predicted Depth Display Screen .......................................................................................................... 26 Depth Display Screen, No Data ........................................................................................................... 26 Standard Receiver Display Screen Symbols........................................................................................... 27 TRANSMITTER ........................................................................................................................................... 29 Types of F5 Transmitters......................................................................................................................... 29 Batteries and Power On/Off .................................................................................................................... 31 Installing Batteries / Power On ............................................................................................................ 31 Transmitter Battery Status ................................................................................................................... 32 Sleep Mode (Automatic Shutdown) / Power Off .................................................................................. 32 Transmitter Housing Requirements ......................................................................................................... 33 Transmitter Selection ............................................................................................................................... 34 Changing Frequency of a 19/12 Dual-Frequency Transmitter ............................................................ 36 Temperature Status and Overheat Indicator ........................................................................................... 37 Transmitter Temperature Warning Tones ........................................................................................... 37 Transmitter Overheat Indicator (Temp Dot) ......................................................................................... 38 REMOTE DISPLAY ..................................................................................................................................... 41 General Description ................................................................................................................................. 41 Power Options ......................................................................................................................................... 42 Installing and Removing the Battery Pack or Brace Insert .................................................................. 42 Connecting the DC Power Cable ......................................................................................................... 42 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 3 DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Keypad .................................................................................................................................................... 43 Power On/Off ........................................................................................................................................... 43 Audible Tones .......................................................................................................................................... 43 Adjusting Screen Contrast ....................................................................................................................... 43 Adjusting the Viewing Angle .................................................................................................................... 44 Attaching / Removing Visor ..................................................................................................................... 44 Main Menu ............................................................................................................................................... 45 Remote Mode .......................................................................................................................................... 46 Settings Menu .......................................................................................................................................... 46 Contrast Adjustment ................................................................................................................................ 47 Display Screens ....................................................................................................................................... 48 Main Display Screen ............................................................................................................................ 48 Depth Display Screen .......................................................................................................................... 49 Predicted Depth Display Screen .......................................................................................................... 50 BATTERY CHARGER ................................................................................................................................. 51 General Description ................................................................................................................................. 51 Checking Battery Status .......................................................................................................................... 51 AC/DC Power Setup ................................................................................................................................ 52 Charging a Battery Pack ......................................................................................................................... 52 Battery Charger LED Indicators .............................................................................................................. 52 Warnings and Precautions ...................................................................................................................... 53 SYSTEM SETUP ........................................................................................................................................ 55 Power on Receiver, Remote, and Transmitter ........................................................................................ 55 Receiver ............................................................................................................................................... 55 Remote Display .................................................................................................................................... 55 Transmitter ........................................................................................................................................... 55 Conduct Interference Check .................................................................................................................... 56 What Interference Is and How to Check for It ...................................................................................... 56 Background Noise Check .................................................................................................................... 56 Roll/Pitch Check ................................................................................................................................... 57 Suggestions for Dealing with Interference ........................................................................................... 57 Calibrate Receiver to Transmitter ............................................................................................................ 58 1-Point Calibration (Above Ground) .................................................................................................... 59 2-Point Calibration (In Ground) ............................................................................................................ 60 Set Roll Offset ......................................................................................................................................... 62 Enable Roll Offset ................................................................................................................................ 62 Disable Roll Offset ............................................................................................................................... 63 Set Height-Above-Ground (HAG) Distance ............................................................................................. 63 LOCATING .................................................................................................................................................. 65 Locating Basics ....................................................................................................................................... 66 Locate Points (FLP & RLP) and Locate Line (LL) ............................................................................... 66 Effects of Depth, Pitch, and Topography on Distance Between FLP and RLP .................................. 67 Marking Locate Points ......................................................................................................................... 68 Standard Method for Locating the Transmitter ........................................................................................ 69 Finding the Front Locate Point (FLP)................................................................................................... 69 Finding the Locate Line (LL) ................................................................................................................ 71 Finding the RLP to Confirm Transmitter Heading and Position ........................................................... 73 Tracking On-the-Fly .............................................................................................................................. 75 Off-Track Locating ................................................................................................................................... 76 THE TARGET STEERING FUNCTION ...................................................................................................... 79 Feasible Target Depth and Positioning the Receiver as a Target ......................................................... 79 Programming the Receiver for Target Steering ...................................................................................... 80 Steering to the Target .............................................................................................................................. 81 4 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Target Steering in Interference Areas ..................................................................................................... 83 Turn Off Target Steering.......................................................................................................................... 83 APPENDIX A: SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS ............................ 85 Power Requirements ............................................................................................................................... 85 Environmental Requirements .................................................................................................................. 85 General Transmitter Care Instructions .................................................................................................... 86 Battery Pack Storage ............................................................................................................................... 86 APPENDIX B: PROJECTED DEPTH VERSUS ACTUAL DEPTH AND THE FORE/AFT OFFSET .......... 87 APPENDIX C: CALCULATING DEPTH BASED ON DISTANCE BETWEEN FLP AND RLP ................... 93 APPENDIX D: REFERENCE TABLES ....................................................................................................... 95 Depth Increase in Inches (Centimeters) per 10-foot (3-meter) Rod ....................................................... 95 Depth Increase in Inches (Centimeters) per 15-foot (4.6-meter) Rod .................................................... 96 LIMITED WARRANTY ................................................................................................................................ 97 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 5 DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Safety Precautions and Warnings Important Note: All operators must read and understand the following Safety Precautions and Warnings and must review this operators manual before using the DigiTrak F5 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. Directional drilling operators MUST at all times:
Understand the safe and proper operation of drilling and locating equipment, including the use of ground mats and proper grounding procedures. Ensure that all underground utilities have been located, exposed, and marked accurately prior to Wear protective safety clothing such as dielectric boots, gloves, hard-hats, high-visibility vests, drilling. and safety glasses. Locate and track the transmitter in the drill head accurately and correctly during drilling. Comply with state and local governmental regulations (e.g., OSHA). Follow all other safety procedures. The DigiTrak F5 system cannot be used to locate utilities. 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. For more infor-
mation see the Transmitter section of this manual. DCI equipment is not explosion-proof and should never be used near flammable or explosive substances. The battery charger provided with the DigiTrak F5 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 is not to be installed into caravans, recreational vehicles, or similar vehicles. Remove the batteries from all system components during shipping and prolonged storage; damage caused by leakage may occur. 6 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Safety Precautions and Warnings (Continued) BATTERY DISPOSAL: This symbol on equipment indicates that the equipment must not be disposed of with your other household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of such equipment by handing it over to 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. The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that 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. Before each drilling run, test the DigiTrak F5 system with the transmitter inside the drill head to con-
firm that it is operating properly and is providing accurate drill head location and heading information. During drilling, the depth will not be accurate unless:
The receiver has been properly calibrated and the calibration has been checked for accuracy so that the receiver shows the correct depth. 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. The receiver is held at the height-above-ground distance, which has been set correctly, or placed on the ground for depth measurements. Always test calibration after you have stopped drilling for any length of time. Interference can cause inaccuracies in the measurement of depth and loss of the transmitters pitch, roll, or heading. You should always perform a background noise check prior to drilling. 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, radio frequencies, and other unknown sources of interference. Interference with the operation of 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, other directional drilling locating equipment, etc. Background noise must be minimal and signal strength must be at least 150 points above the background noise during all locating operations. Carefully review this manual and be sure you always operate the DigiTrak F5 system properly to obtain accurate depth, pitch, roll, and locate points. If you have any questions about the operation of the system, please call DCIs Customer Service Department at any of the phone numbers provided on the cover, and we will do our best to assist you. DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 7 DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Dear Customer:
Thank you for choosing the DigiTrak F5 Locating System. We are proud of the equipment that 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 this entire manualespecially the section on safety. Also, please fill in the product registration card provided with this equipment, and mail it to DCI headquarters or fax it to us at 253-395-2800; you can also complete and submit the form online at our website. 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 at any of our global offices listed on the front cover if you have any problems or questions. Our Customer Service Department is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide assistance. As the horizontal directional drilling industry grows, were keeping our eye on the future to develop equipment that will make your job faster and easier. Stay current by visiting our web site on the internet at www.digitrak.com or by giving us a call. We welcome questions, comments, and ideas. Digital Control Incorporated Kent, Washington 2011 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 8 DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Introduction Remote Display Receiver Battery Charger Rechargeable Battery Packs FXL Transmitter F5 Transmitter FS Transmitter 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. The system consists of a handheld receiver, a transmitter, a remote display with battery and cable power options, a battery charger system, and three rechargeable battery packs for powering the receiver and remote. 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 a fluid pressure transmitter that monitors the pilot hole annular mud pressure, a tension monitor that monitors the pullback force between the reamer and the product being pulled, and a steering tool transmitter for drilling where walkover tracking is not possible. The F5 system also has a DataLog function that allows you to record data points along the bore path. The drill data can then be uploaded to a computer with DigiTrak LWD (Log-While-Drilling) software installed, which allows you to format, analyze, view, and print DataLog files. See the DigiTrak LWD DataLog System Operators Manual for complete information. DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 9 Introduction This manual provides information on each F5 system componentthe receiver, transmitter, remote dis-
play, and battery chargerin separate sections following this Introduction. The next section, System Setup, gives information for setting up the system components prior to drilling, including verification of proper system communication and calibration. Then, the Locating section presents step-by-step instructions for locating and tracking the transmitter, including the use of predicted depth, tracking on the fly, and off-track locating. This is followed by the Target Steering section, which explains how to use this function for navigating the drill head. Appendix A presents the F5 systems power, environmental, and maintenance requirements. Appendix B explains how to calculate depth when the transmitter is deep (greater than 15 ft or 4.6 m) and/or at a steep pitch (greater than 30% or 17). Appendix C explains how to calculate depth based on the distance between the front and rear locate points and the pitch of the transmitter. Finally, Appendix D provides calculated depth increases for 10-ft (3-m) and 15-ft (4.6-m) rods depending on pitch. 10 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Display Screen Front Panel Receiver Toggle (Thumb Switch) Grip Trigger Switch Handle Battery Tab Battery Compartment Boot Serial Number Telemetry Frequency Designation 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 the following information:
depth, pitch, roll, temperature, and battery level. When a fluid pressure transmitter is used, fluid pressure data are also displayed. The F5 receiver sends this same information to the remote display at 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 receivers serial number label, which is located inside the battery compartment. It must match one of those listed on the remote displays serial number label located on the back of the unit (see Remote Display section). The receiver and transmitter must also meet specific operational requirements for different global regions. A regional designation number is provided in the receivers software (see figure titled Receiver Startup Screen later in this section). This number must match that stamped on the transmitter for proper communication (see Transmitter section). In addition, the receiver must be set to detect the transmitter being used and be calibrated for use with that transmitter (see System Setup section). Toggle and Trigger Switches The F5 receiver has two types of 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). DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 11 Receiver Trigger Switch Used to turn on the receiver, to select menu options, and to change the screen view for depth readings. Is either clicked or held in, depending on the desired action. Audible Tones The F5 receiver beeps to signal power on/off, to confirm menu changes, and to acknowledge the pass/fail status of actions, as summarized below. The receiver also beeps with transmitter temperature increases
(see Transmitter Temperature Warning Tones in the Transmitter section). Power On A series of short beeps. Power Off Four short beeps. Confirmation Signal Four short beeps to confirm menu selection has been successfully executed. Failure Signal Two long beeps to indicate a problem with the menu item selected. A failure screen will appear. The failure screen will display until the trigger is clicked or the battery is removed in the case of a critical failure. Verify your setup and try the operation again or call DCI Customer Service for assistance. Installing and Removing the Battery Pack Insert a fully charged DigiTrak F Series battery pack so that 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 it away from the unit until the tab is released. Then lift the battery pack out of the battery compartment. Battery Tab Inserting Battery Pack Battery Pack Fully Inserted Removing Battery Pack To check the charge on the battery pack, push the battery status button located under the LEDs below the battery tab. The LEDs will illuminate to indicate the amount of charge on the battery. See the Battery Charger section for more information. Power On To turn on the receiver, pull in and hold the trigger switch for at least 2 seconds, then release the trigger. A series of beeps will sound, and then a screen with the F5 logo will display while the receiver performs a self-test. The warning screen shown below will then display. 12 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual Receiver Receiver Warning Screen You must pull and release (click) the trigger switch to acknowledge that you have read and understand this manual. If all items of the self-test passed, the startup screen shown below will display. Regional Designation Number (Must Match that of Transmitter) 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 main menu (see Main Menu below). NOTE:
If an item of the self-test fails, the warning symbol will display and a failure message will appear in place of the system name. Contact DCI Customer Service for support. Power Off To turn off the receiver, select the power off option in the main menu (see below). Four short beeps will sound as the unit turns off. Automatic Shutdown The receiver will automatically shut down after 15 minutes of inactivity or after 30 minutes of inactivity when the receiver is in Target Steering mode. DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 13 Receiver Main Menu To access the main menu from the startup screen, click the trigger. When locating, you can access the main menu by pushing the toggle switch down (toward the handle). Use the toggle to highlight different menu options and click the trigger to select menu items. The main menu appears on two different screens, as shown below. A down arrow in the lower right corner indicates more menu options below (on the next screen); an up arrow indicates more options above (on the previous screen). Telemetry Channel Locate Mode Blue Color Indicates Item Is Highlighted for Selection Power Off Height-Above-
Ground (HAG) Menu Description of Highlighted Selection Standard DataLog Menu Diagnostics Pressure-Tension DataLog Menu Receiver Battery Status
(Shown Fully Charged) Transmitter Type and Frequency Calibration Menu Settings Menu Transmitter Selection Menu Down Arrow Indicates More Menu Options Below (Toggle Down to View) System Information Up Arrow Indicates More Menu Items Above (Toggle Up to View) Receiver Main Menu Screens The main menu screen also 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 example above). These items are displayed on all receiver menu screens. The options available on the main menu are summarized below. 14 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual Receiver Receiver Main Menu Options Locate Mode Opens the locate mode screen where transmitter data is displayed. See Locate Mode below. Power Off Turns the unit off accompanied by four short beeps. Calibration Menu Calibrates the receiver to the transmitter using the above-
ground (1-point) method or the below-ground (2-point) method. See Calibration Menu below. Height-Above-Ground (HAG) Menu Turns on, turns off, or sets the height at which the receiver will be held during depth readings. See Height-Above-Ground
(HAG) Menu below. Settings Menu Changes the depth units, pitch units, telemetry channel, time, and date, and activates the roll offset function, which is used when the transmitters roll position must be compensated to match the drill heads roll position. See Settings Menu below. Transmitter Selection Menu Displays the transmitter type and frequency options. See Transmitter Selection Menu below. Standard DataLog Menu Opens the Standard DataLog menu which allows you to enable or disable the Standard DataLog function, set up to record pilot hole drill data, view and delete recorded data, as well as upload recorded data to a computer with LWD software installed. See DataLog Menu below. Pre-Drill Checklist Allows you to conduct diagnostic tests on the receiver. If you have any questions, contact DCI Customer Service. System Information Opens the system information screen where you can see software and hardware versions as well as Bluetooth ID and version numbers, which are needed for uploading DataLog files to a computer. Pressure-Tension DataLog Menu Opens the pressure-tension DataLog menu which allows you to enable or disable the pressure-tension DataLog function, delete pressure-tension jobs, or upload pressure-tension data to a computer with LWD software installed. Locate Mode The locate mode option on the main menu opens the locate mode screen, which is the default screen for locating. When the receiver is detecting a signal from a transmitter, the locate mode screen provides real-
DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 15 Receiver time data about the transmitters location, temperature, pitch, roll, fluid pressure (when a fluid pressure transmitter is used), and signal strength. See Display Screens later in this section for more information about the locate mode screen. Locating Target
(FLP or RLP) Receiver Roll Indicator Roll/Pitch Update Meter Transmitter Pitch Transmitter Signal Strength Transmitter Temperature Receiver Locate Mode Screen with Transmitter in Range The roll/pitch meter shows the quality of the signal from the transmitter. When a transmitter is not in range, the roll/pitch meter will be empty and no transmitter data will display. If you hold the trigger in at the locate mode screen, then a depth mode screen will display. There are three depth mode screens that may appear depending on the position of the receiver relative to the transmitter. See Display Screens later in this section for a description of each depth mode screen. Calibration Menu The calibration menu allows you to calibrate the receiver to a transmitter with the transmitter above ground (1-point calibration) or below ground (2-point calibration). When you select the calibration menu, the calibration option previously used is highlighted for selection. 1-Point Calibration
(Shown Highlighted) 2-Point Calibration Exit (Returns to Main Menu) Receiver Calibration Menu 16 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual Receiver Calibration is necessary prior to first-time use and before a different transmitter, receiver, or drill head is to be used. See Calibrate Receiver to Transmitter in the System Setup section for complete calibration instructions. Height-Above-Ground (HAG) Menu The height-above-ground (HAG) function allows you to program a height measurement into the receiver so that you do not have to set the receiver on the ground for a depth reading. The HAG menu has three options: enable, disable, and set. The set option allows you to change and enable the HAG setting. See Set Height-Above-Ground (HAG) Distance in the System Setup section for complete instructions. Disable HAG Enable HAG
(Shown Highlighted) Set HAG Exit Description of Highlighted Selection with Current HAG Setting in Inches or Meters HAG Menu Screen The HAG function by default is off (disabled). Until you enable the HAG function, the receiver must be placed on the ground for accurate depth readings. The HAG function automatically shuts off during calibration and must be reenabled. Settings Menu The settings menu is used to set the following options on the receiver: depth units, pitch units, time and calendar, telemetry channel, and roll offset, as shown below. DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 17 Receiver Depth Units Menu
(Shown Highlighted) Roll Offset Menu Telemetry Channel Menu Current Setting of Highlighted Option Pitch Units Menu Set Time and Calendar Exit Receiver Settings Menu 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 The depth units menu has four options: xx" represents the use of inches only; x'xx" represents the use of both feet and inches; x.xx m represents the use of metric units (meters and centimeters); and x.xx'
represents the use of feet only. Use the toggle switch to highlight the desired option, and click the trigger to select it. The confirmation signal will sound as the screen returns to the settings menu with the exit option highlighted. NOTE: The temperature units are determined by the depth units selected. Celsius (C) temperature units will display if metric depth units are selected, and Fahrenheit (F) temperature units will display if English depth units (feet only, inches only, or feet and inches) are selected. Pitch Units Menu The pitch units menu has two options: degrees (x) and percent (x%). Use the toggle switch to highlight the desired option and click the trigger to select it. The confirmation signal will sound as the screen returns to the settings menu with the exit option highlighted. Set Time and Calendar The set time and calendar option on the settings menu allows you to program the time and date into your receiver. This action is necessary when you are using the DataLog function. When you select the set time and calendar option, the following screen will display. 18 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual Time Value
(Date Displays Here When the Calendar Is the Active Function) Return Arrow
(Shown Highlighted) Receiver Time
(Shown Active) Calendar
(Shown Inactive) Exit Time and Calendar Keypad (Time Active) Setting the Time The time function runs on a 24-hour clock. To set the time:
1. Use the toggle to highlight the time icon so that it is the active function, as shown above, and click the trigger. 2. Select the desired value for time one digit at a time from left to right. For example, to set the clock to 13:39 (1:39 pm):
Toggle to highlight the 1 then click the trigger to select it. Toggle to highlight the 3 then click the trigger to select it. Toggle to highlight the 3 then click the trigger to select it. Toggle to highlight the 9 then click the trigger to select it. 3. Confirm that the time reads as desired. 4. Toggle to highlight the return arrow and click the trigger. The confirmation signal will sound as the screen returns to the settings menu with the exit option highlighted. Setting the Calendar The calendar function displays the date by month/day/year. To set the date:
1. Use the toggle to highlight the calendar icon and click the trigger. The display window on the keypad will change 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, then the last two digits of the year (MM/DD/YY). For example, to set the date to January 2, 2011 (01/02/11):
Toggle to highlight the 0 then click the trigger to select it. Toggle to highlight the 1 then click the trigger to select it. Toggle to highlight the 0 then click the trigger to select it. Toggle to highlight the 2 then click the trigger to select it. Toggle to highlight the 1 then click the trigger to select it. Toggle to highlight the 1 then click the trigger to select it. 3. Confirm that the date reads as desired. DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 19 Receiver 4. Toggle to highlight the return arrow and click the trigger to select it. The confirmation signal will sound as the screen returns to the settings menu with the exit option highlighted. Telemetry Channel Menu The telemetry channel menu has five telemetry settings (1, 2, 3, 4, and 0) and an exit option. The current setting is automatically highlighted for selection when the telemetry channel menu is accessed. For communication to occur between the receiver and remote display, both devices must be set to the same telemetry channel. To change the telemetry channel on the receiver, use the toggle switch to highlight the desired telemetry channel in the telemetry channel menu, then click the trigger. The confirmation signal will sound as the screen returns to the settings menu. Selecting the exit option will return the screen to the settings menu with no change to the telemetry channel setting. Selecting 0 will turn off the telemetry function, which conserves battery life in the receiver. Roll Offset Menu Roll offset is needed when the 12 oclock position of the transmitter cannot be indexed to that of the drill head. It allows you to program the receiver to display the roll of the drill head rather than that of the transmitter. The roll offset menu has options to set and enable the roll offset or to disable the roll offset, as shown below. See Set Roll Offset in the System Setup section for complete instructions on using the roll offset menu. Enable Roll Offset
(Shown Highlighted) Disable Roll Offset Exit Roll Offset Menu Transmitter Selection Menu The transmitter selection menu allows you to select the transmitter type, model, and frequency. The main transmitter menu for selecting the transmitter type appears on two different screens, as shown below. A down arrow in the lower right corner indicates more menu options below (on the next screen); an up arrow indicates more options above (on the previous screen). 20 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual Receiver Highlighted for Selection Description of Item Highlighted for Selection Transmitter Selection Menu, First Screen Current Transmitter Selection Down Arrow Indicates Additional Menu Items
(Toggle Down) Exit Up Arrow Indicates Additional Menu Items (Toggle Up) Transmitter Selection Menu, Second Screen Use the toggle switch to highlight the desired transmitter type then click the trigger. If the transmitter type selected has more than one model option, as in the case of F5, F Series, Cable, and FPT transmitters, another screen will appear with the transmitter models. Use the toggle switch to highlight the desired transmitter then click the trigger to select it. If the transmitter selected is a dual frequency transmitter, an additional screen will show where you can select the frequency you will be using. Once a transmitter selection is made, you will be returned to the main menu with the new transmitter selection showing at the top of the screen. Selecting EXIT will return you to the previous screen with no change to the transmitter selection. See the Transmitter section for more information on the transmitter options. Standard DataLog Menu The standard DataLog menu appears on two different screens, as shown below. A down arrow in the lower right corner indicates more menu options below (on the next screen); an up arrow indicates more options above (on the previous screen). DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 21 Receiver Setup DataLog Job Upload DataLog Job to a Computer Enable/Disable DataLog
(Green if Enabled, Red if Disabled) Description of Highlighted Item Will Read Disabled, click to enable if Logging Is Disabled Standard DataLog Menu, First Screen Delete DataLog Jobs Set Survey Point View DataLog Jobs Exit (Returns to Main Menu) Standard Datalog Menu, Second Screen The DataLog option allows you to record your pilot hole drill data electronically. The F5 DataLog function is used with the DigiTrak LWD (Log-While-Drilling) software, which transfers the data from the F5 receiver to a computer via Bluetooth technology. The LWD software has a variety of options for analyzing, dis-
playing, printing, storing, and e-mailing the drill data. Complete instructions for using the DataLog function and the accompanying LWD software are provided in the DigiTrak LWD DataLog System Operators Manual. Using the Keypad A keypad is provided in several menus for entering values at the receiver. It is used for setting the height-
above-ground value in the HAG function, setting a target depth in the Target Steering function, and programming rod lengths and a survey point in the DataLog function. A variation of the keypad is used to set the date and time when using the DataLog function. The standard keypad appears when the keypad icon is selected and the receiver units are set to meters
(x.xx m), feet (x.xx), or inches (xx). 22 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual Display Window Decimal Point Receiver Backspace Return Arrow
(Shown Highlighted for Selection) Exit (Returns to Main Menu) Standard Keypad To input a value, use the toggle switch to highlight the number or decimal you want to select, then click the trigger to select it. Do this for each digit from left to right. To delete the last digit entered, select the backspace button. Once the desired number is in the display window, select the return arrow to lock in the value and turn on the function. The keypad appears differently if the receiver units are set to feet and inches (xxx). Display Window Backspace Return Arrow
(Enter) Foot Setting
(Shown Active) Inch Setting
(Shown Inactive) Exit (Returns to Main Menu) Feet and Inches Keypad The same method is used to input values in this keypad, except separate values must be input for both the foot setting and the inch setting. When the foot setting is active, as shown above, numbers entered on the keypad and shown in the display window will represent the foot value. To enter the inch value, toggle to highlight the inch setting option and click the trigger to select it. The foot setting option will become inactive, and numbers entered on the keypad and shown in the display window will represent the inch value. DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 23 Receiver Display Screens The basic receiver screens include the locate mode screen, the depth mode screen, and the predicted depth screen. These are presented below. For more information regarding these screens and for detailed locating instructions, please see the Locating section. Locate Mode Display Screen The first option in the main menu is the locate mode option, 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 transmitters location, temperature, pitch, roll, and signal strength. Locating Target
(FLP or RLP) Receiver Roll Indicator Roll/Pitch Update Meter Transmitter Pitch Transmitter Signal Strength Transmitter Temperature Receiver Locate Mode Screen with Transmitter in Range (Trigger Out) The roll/pitch update meter displays the quantity 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 the receiver or the remote display. Depth and predicted depth readings may still be taken, but the receiver will assume the 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 is used (an electronic compensation to match the transmitters 12 oclock position to the drill heads 12 oclock position), the roll indicator will appear as shown in the image to the right. For more information on the roll offset function, see Set Roll Offset in the System Setup section. Pitch Assumed Zero Roll Offset Is Activated 24 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual Receiver When a fluid pressure transmitter is used, the locate mode screen has an additional field as shown below. Fluid Pressure on Transmitter
(Displays in Bars when Using Metric Units) Locate Mode Screen with Fluid Pressure Data Depth Mode Display Screen The depth mode screen displays when the trigger is held in with the receiver at the locate line (LL). See the Locating section for information on how to position the receiver at the locate line. Bird's-Eye View Locate Line (LL) Transmitter Pitch Reference Lock Indicator Height-Above-Ground
(HAG) Setting Depth of Transmitter Transmitter Battery Status and Approximate Orientation (Will Point Up with Positive Pitch or Be Level with 0 Pitch) Receiver Depth Mode Screen at LL with HAG On (Trigger In) When the HAG setting is disabled, the receiver is shown on the ground and must be placed on the ground during depth readings. DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 25 Receiver Predicted Depth Display 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 the Locating section for more information. Target-in-the-box at FLP Transmitter Pitch Horizontal Distance Between Transmitter and FLP Reference Lock Indicator HAG Setting Predicted Depth of Transmitter Receiver Predicted Depth Screen at FLP with HAG On (Trigger in) 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 display as follows with no depth or predicted depth when the receiver is not positioned at the locate line or at the front or rear locate point. Slanted Line 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. 26 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual Receiver Standard Receiver Display Screen Symbols or Transmitter Roll Shows the transmitters roll position. A line points to the roll position, and the roll value appears in the center of the clock. The number of clock positions is a function of the transmitter (12 or 24). When roll offset is used, the letters RO appear at the bottom left. Warning Symbol Appears when there has been a failure in the self-test. Globe Icon Identifies the regional designation number that appears on the receiver startup screen; must match that on the transmitter battery compartment. Roll/Pitch Update Meter Shows the quality of data reception from the transmitter (specifically, data rate). This feature lets you know if you are in an area of interference or are reaching the range limit of the transmitter. 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 Signal Strength The number next to this icon on the locate mode screen indicates the transmitter signal strength. Transmitter Temperature The number next to either of these icons shows the temperature of the transmitter (Fahrenheit when depth units are in feet or inches, Celsius when depth units are in meters). An up or down arrow will accompany a change in temperature. The icon on the right represents dangerous drilling temperatures. Receiver Icon Indicates the position of the receiver relative to the ground for the height-above-
ground (HAG) function, depth readings, the two-point calibration procedure, and the Target Steering function. Ground Level Represents the ground for the HAG function, depth readings, and the two-point calibration procedure. Locating Icon Represents a birds-eye view of the receiver. The square at the top of this icon is referred to as the box in the terms target-in-the-box and line-in-the-box locating. R Locate Target Represents the front and rear locate points (FLP and RLP). See the Locating section. Locate Line Represents the locate line (LL). The LL is found at some location between the front and rear locate points only after a reference point has been obtained. See the Locating section. Reference Lock Indicates that a reference signal has been obtained for locating the transmitter. See the Locating section. 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. Receiver Battery Depicts the remaining battery life of the receiver (shown 80% full here). When empty, the icon will appear in the locate mode screen and will flash signifying that it is critical to change the battery immediately. Dual Transmitter Symbol Appears to the upper left of the clock icon when a dual mode transmitter 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. DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 27 DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Transmitter Types of F5 Transmitters DCI manufactures several different transmitters for use with the F5 system with a total of five frequency options (1.3 kHz, 8.4 kHz, 12 kHz, 18.5 kHz, 19.2 kHz). All F Series and F5 transmitters provide pitch readings in 0.1% or 0.1 increments (from 0% to 100% or 0 to 45). F5 transmitters display roll in 24 clock positions, whereas F Series transmitters display roll in 12 clock positions. This section presents information for operating the battery-powered F Series and F5 transmitters. For information on operating the FC cable transmitter, see the DigiTrak Multi-Function Cable Box (MFCB) Operator's Manual. The transmitter fits inside the drill housing and generates a magnetic field that the F5 receiver can detect. The F5 receiver must be programmed to detect the specific frequency of the transmitter. Also, the receiver must be calibrated to the transmitter before drilling and the calibration must be verified. The transmitter and receiver must have matching regional designation numbers to ensure that they can communicate and comply with local operating requirements. The transmitters regional designation number is located inside the globe icon (
) near the serial number on long-range and extended long-
range transmitters and on the front end cap of short-range transmitters. This number must match that of your receiver for proper communication (see Receiver section). Transmitter Serial Number Front End Cap with Temp Dot and Index Slot Battery Compartment Regional Designation Number
(Must Match that of Receiver) Long-Range F5 Transmitter The long-range F5 and F Series transmitters all measure 15 in. (38.1 cm) long and 1.25 in. (3.175 cm) in diameter and have a depth range of approximately 65 ft (19.8 m). Several frequency options are available, including two dual-frequency transmitters. The extended long-range transmitters all measure 19 in. (48.26 cm) long and 1.25 in. (3.175 cm) in diameter and provide a depth range of approximately 85 ft (25.9 m). They are available in 12-kHz (grey) or 19.2-kHz (black) versions. Extended Long-Range FXL Transmitter DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 29 Transmitter The short-range FS transmitter provides a depth range of approximately 15 ft (4.6 m). It measures 8 in.
(20.32 cm) long and 1.00 in. (2.54 cm) in diameter and is available in a 12-kHz version. Front End Cap Short-Range FS Transmitter with Closeup of Front End Cap Temp Dot Index Slot Regional Designation Number The FC cable transmitter provides 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 and is available in a 12-kHz version. This transmitter requires a housing that will accommodate the wire and also provide a good ground connection to the base of the transmitter. For operational information on the FC cable transmitter, please see the DigiTrak Multi-Function Cable Box (MFCB) Operator's Manual. FC Cable Transmitter The long-range FPT fluid pressure monitoring transmitters measure 15 in. (38.1 cm) long and 1.25 in.
(3.175 cm) in diameter and have a depth range of approximately 65 ft (19.8 m). They are available with two dual frequency options, 12 kHz with 19 kHz, or 12 kHz and 1.3 kHz. Long-Range FPT Fluid Pressure Transmitter The extended long-range FPT fluid pressure monitoring transmitters measure 19 in. (38.1 cm) long and 1.25 in. (3.175 cm) in diameter and have a depth range of approximately 85 ft (25.9 m). They are available only in the dual frequency option, 12 kHz and 19 kHz. Extended Long-Range FPT Fluid Pressure Transmitter DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 30 Transmitter Summary of Transmitters Compatible with F5 System Frequency Description 12 kHz 12 kHz 19.2 kHz 12 kHz 19.2 kHz 18.5 kHz 8.4 kHz 19.2 or 12 kHz 12 or 1.3 kHz 12 kHz 12 kHz Transmitter Model FS FX FX 19.2 FXL FXL 19.2 5X 18.5 5X 8.4 5XD 19/12 5XD 12/1.3 FC 12 EDDT, EDTS Range*
15 ft (4.6 m) 65 ft (19.8 m) 65 ft (19.8 m) 85 ft (25.9 m) 85 ft (25.9 m) 65 ft (19.8 m) 65 ft (19.8 m) 65 ft (19.8 m) 65 ft (19.8 m) 90 ft (27.4 m) 40 ft (12.2 m) or 80 ft (24.4 m) 65 ft (19.8 m) 65 ft (19.8 m) 85 ft (19.8 m) 60 ft (18.3 m) 90 ft (27.4 m) Short range Long range Long range Extended long range Extended long range Long range Long range Long range Long range Cable or wireline DucTrak long range or short range Fluid pressure monitor Fluid pressure monitor Fluid pressure monitor TensiTrak Short steering tool Type F Series F Series F Series F Series F Series F5 F5 F5 F5 Cable F Series
(Eclipse) FPT FPT FPT TT Cable
*The range of any transmitter is largely dependent upon the amount of interference at a job site. The range decreases as interference increases. Batteries and Power On/Off The long-range transmitters each require two C-cell alkaline batteries or one DCI SuperCell lithium battery. The extended long-range transmitters require one DCI SuperCell lithium battery. It is not practical to use alkaline batteries in the extended long-range transmitters, because they would last only a few hours. The short-range FS transmitter requires one AA alkaline battery. Installing Batteries / Power On 19.2 or 12 kHz 12 or 1.3 kHz 19.2 or 12 kHz 12 kHz 12 kHz F5Dp 19/12 F5Dp 12/1.3 F5DLp 19/12 TT5 SST 12 The transmitter is powered on once the batteries are installed properly. To install the batteries:
1. Using a large flathead screw driver, remove the battery cap from the transmitter by rotating it counterclockwise. The FPT transmitters battery cap is removed by gripping the knurled cap and rotating it counterclockwise. Insert the battery or batteries into the transmitter with the positive terminals first. When using two C-cell batteries in the long-range transmitters, performance is improved by placing a spring between the batteries, as shown below. 2. Battery Cap Battery Contact Spring Install Alkaline Batteries with Battery Contact Spring DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 31 Transmitter Dual-frequency transmitters must be in the appropriate orientation (pointing up or pointing down) for the desired frequency when the batteries are installed, as shown below. Load Batteries with Transmitter Pointing Up To Operate 5XD 12/1.3 or F5Dp 12/1.3 Transmitter in Single High (SH) Mode (12 kHz) and To Operate 5XD 19/12 or F5Dp 19/12 Transmitter in High-Frequency Mode (19.2 kHz) l l e C C
l l e C C
l l e C r e p u S S u p e r C e l l
C C e l l
C C e l l Load Batteries with Transmitter Pointing Down To Operate 5XD 12/1.3 or F5Dp 12/1.3 Transmitter in Dual High (DH) Mode
(12 kHz) or Dual Low
(DL) Mode (1.3 kHz) and To Operate 5XD 19/12 or F5Dp 19/12 Transmitter in Low-Frequency Mode (12 kHz) Install Batteries in Proper Orientation for Dual-Frequency Transmitters 3. After installing the batteries, replace the battery cap. Be sure to keep the dual-frequency transmitter in the correct orientation when replacing the battery cap. NOTE: When using a 19/12 dual-frequency transmitter, you can change the frequency after batteries are installed. See Changing Frequency of a 19/12 Dual-Frequency Transmitter later in this section. The 12/1.3 dual-frequency transmitters must be set to single (12 kHz) or dual mode (12/1.3 kHz) when batteries are installed. Transmitter Battery Status When using alkaline batteries, the battery status symbol at the bottom of the receivers depth mode screen will indicate the battery life remaining. When using a DCI SuperCell battery, the battery status symbol will appear full until just before the battery dies. NOTE: Because the SuperCell battery will appear full until just before it dies, you must track the hours of use for the SuperCell battery. Sleep Mode (Automatic Shutdown) / Power Off All battery powered DigiTrak transmitters will go into sleep mode and stop transmitting to conserve battery power if they are stationary for longer than 15 minutes. To wake the transmitter, rotate the drill string. 32 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual Transmitter A small amount of charge 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. 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 recommends at least three slots, each at least 1/16 or 0.0625 in. (1.6 mm) wide and equally spaced around the circumference of the housing. For accuracy, slot measurements must be taken from the inside of the housing. For the long-range transmitters (15 in./38.1 cm long), the slots must be at least 8.5 in. (21.6 cm) long and begin at least 2 in. (5.1 cm) but not more than 3 in. (7.6 cm) from the front of the transmitter, as shown below. Slot Position Front End Cap Battery Compartment Slot Length 8.5 in. (21.6 cm) 2 in.
(5.1 cm) Long-Range Transmitter Housing Slot Requirements For the extended long-range transmitters (19 in./48.26 cm long), the slots must be at least 13 in. (33 cm) long and begin at least 2 in. (5.1 cm) but not more than 3 in. (7.6 cm) from the front of the transmitter, as shown below. Slot Position Front End Cap Battery Compartment Slot Length 13 in. (33 cm) 2 in.
(5.1 cm) Extended Long-Range Transmitter Housing Slot Requirements For the short-range FS transmitter (8 in./20.32 cm long), the slots must be at least 3.75 in. (9.5 cm) long and begin at least 1.25 in. (3.2 cm) from the front or index cap end of the transmitter, as shown below. Slot Position Front End Cap Battery Compartment Slot Length 3.75 in. (9.5 cm) 1.25 in.
(3.2 cm) FS Transmitter Housing Slot Requirements DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 33 Transmitter For the FC cable transmitter (19 in./48.26 cm long), the slots must be at least 9 in. (22.9 cm) long and begin at least 2.5 in. (6.4 cm) from the front or index cap end of the transmitter, as shown below. Wireline End Slot Position Front End Cap Slot Length 9 in. (22.9 cm) 2.5 in.
(6.4 cm) FC Transmitter Housing Slot Requirements The transmitter must fit snugly in the housing. It may be necessary to wrap the transmitter with tape or O-
rings and/or 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 you cannot get the transmitter and housing to align properly when you install the transmitter in the drill housing, you will need to use the roll offset function. See Set Roll Offset in the System Setup section for complete instructions on using the roll offset menu. Transmitter Selection For the receiver to detect the signal from the transmitter, the receiver and transmitter must have matching regional designation numbers, as discussed earlier. The receiver must also be programmed to detect the transmitter being used and must be calibrated to that transmitter. Complete instructions for calibration are provided in the System Setup section. The main menu for transmitter selection is shown below. It shows each type of transmitter available for use with the F5 system. If there is more than option for a selection, a secondary menu will appear. F5 Transmitters F Series Transmitters Fluid Pressure Monitoring Transmitters Description of Highlighted Item Cable Transmitter Tension Monitor DucTrak Transmitter Transmitter Selection - Main Menu 34 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual Transmitter The available menu options for each transmitter model are listed in the table below. Once an option is selected, you will be returned to the main menu with the type and frequency of the transmitter selected displayed at the top of the menu screens. Transmitter Selection Menu Options Menu Option Model Freq. Clock Positions Menu Option Model Freq. 5XD 19/12 19.2 kHz 24 FC 12 12 kHz Clock Positions 12 5XD 19/12 12 kHz 24 5XD 12/1.3 Single High
(SH) 12 kHz 5XD 12/1.3 Dual High
(DH) 12 kHz 5XD 12/1.3 Dual Low
(DL) 1.3 kHz 24 24 24 5X 18.5 18.5 kHz 24 5X 8.4 8.4 kHz 24 FX 19.2 or FXL 19.2 19.2 kHz 12 F5Dp 19/12 F5Dp 19/12 F5XDp 12/1.3 F5XDp 12/1.3 F5XDp 12/1.3 TT5 EDDT, EDTS 19.2 kHz 24 12 kHz 24 Single High
(SH) 12 kHz Dual High
(DH) 12 kHz Dual Low (DL) 1.3 kHz 12 kHz 24 24 24 N/A 12 kHz N/A FS, FXL FX, 12 kHz 12 The dual frequency transmitter menu options show which direction to hold the transmitter when the batteries are inserted to turn on the transmitter in the desired frequency. DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 35 Transmitter If a new transmitter option is selected, calibration will be required. Calibration is not required, however, when switching between transmitters that were previously calibrated. Calibration is required every time a new F5 or F Series transmitter, F5 receiver, or different housing is used. NOTE: When using a 5XD 12/1.3 or a F5Dp 12/1.3 dual-frequency transmitter, 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. Changing Frequency of a 19/12 Dual-Frequency Transmitter The 5XD 19/12 and F5Dp 19/12 transmitters 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 in two ways. One method is conducted with the transmitter above ground and is called the pitch method. The other is conducted with the transmitter installed in the drill head and below ground and is called the roll method. Both methods are described below. Pitch Method Select the desired transmitter frequency in the transmitter selection menu. Position the transmitter on a level surface so that its roll position will not change during the operation and wait approximately 12 seconds. Without rolling the transmitter, tilt it up so that it has a pitch value of greater than 50 (over 100% or nearly vertical) and hold it there for 1018 seconds. Then reposition the transmitter so that it is approximately level again (6.75 or 15%). The transmitter frequency setting should change within 1018 seconds and transmitter data should display on the receiver locate screen. Roll Method Ensure that the roll offset function is disabled and transmitter roll data is displayed on the receiver. Position the transmitter at 10 oclock ( one-half clock position) and allow it to remain there for 1018 seconds. Then roll the transmitter clockwise to its 2 oclock position (one-half clock position) and allow it to remain there for 1018 seconds. Then roll the transmitter clockwise to its 7 oclock position
(one-half clock position). When the transmitter frequency changes (1018 seconds), transmitter data will disappear from the receiver locate mode screen. Select the new frequency in the transmitter selection menu and verify that transmitter data displays on the receiver locate screen. NOTE:
If you must disable the roll offset function before changing frequencies, be sure to note the transmitters uncompensated roll position when the drill head is at its 12 oclock position. After a successful frequency change, you must rotate the drill head so that the roll position of the transmitter shows the noted value and again enable the roll offset function. 36 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual Transmitter Temperature Status and Overheat Indicator All DigiTrak transmitters are equipped with an internal digital thermometer. The transmitter temperature is displayed on the bottom right of the receiver and remote display screens next to the transmitter
. Normal drilling temperatures range from 64F (16C) to 104F (40C). You temperature symbol should suspend drilling when temperatures exceed 95F (35C) to permit cooling. NOTE: Because the digital thermometer is inside the transmitter, temperature increases due to external drilling conditions will take time to transfer to the transmitter. Any increase in temperature should be dealt with quickly to avoid irreversible damage. If the temperature reaches 118F (48C), the transmitter is becoming dangerously hot. The thermometer
. The transmitter icon will change to show that the transmitter is reaching a dangerous temperature, must be cooled 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 audible tones emitted by the F5 receiver and remote display to indicate increases in the transmitter temperature are summarized in the table below. Temperature Below 61F (16C) 6197F (1636C) 104111F (4044C) Two double-beep sequences (beep-beep, beep-beep) for every 4C increase in No tones for temperature increases. Double-beep sequence (beep-beep) for every 4C increase in temperature. Warning Tones temperature. NOTE: Action is required to cool the transmitter. 118133F (4856C) Three double-beep sequences (beep-beep, beep-beep, beep-beep) for every 4C Above 140F (60C) Above 176F (80C) 180F (82C) 220F (104C) increase in temperature. NOTE: Cooling is critical to avoid irreversible damage. Three double-beep sequences every 5 seconds on the remote display, and every 20 seconds on the receiver. NOTE: Warning signifies dangerous drilling condi-
tions; irreversible damage may have already been done. Transmitter shuts down. FS and FC transmitter overheat indicator (temp dot) turns black (see below). Long-range and extended long-range transmitter overheat indicator (temp dot) turns black (see below). DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 37 Transmitter Transmitter Overheat Indicator (Temp Dot) The transmitter has a temperature overheat indicator (temp dot) on the front end cap. The temp dot has an outer yellow ring with a 1/8-inch (3-mm) white dot in the center. The white dot will change color if the transmitter is exposed to excessive heat. Temp Dot Black Temp Dot Voids Warranty Index Slot at 6 oclock Position Front End Cap of Transmitter Showing Temp Dot, Index Slot, and Black Temp Dot If the temp dot changes to silver or gray, then the transmitter has been exposed to heat but not in excess of the specifications. If the temp dot is black, then the transmitter has been exposed to temperatures in excess of 220F (104C) for long-range and extended long-range transmitters and 180F (82C) for an FS or FC transmitter and can no longer be used. The DCI warranty will be void for 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, in-
adequate mud flow, and poorly mixed mud are some of the factors that can contribute significantly to the overheating of a transmitter. 38 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual Transmitter Notes DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 39 DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Remote Display Removable Visor Keypad Antenna Display Screen Direction Buttons Execute Button Serial Number Telemetry Frequency Designations Magnetic Base 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 that can be used with a variety of DigiTrak receivers. It provides the drill rig operator with information from the 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 your DigiTrak equipment. It mounts onto the remote display 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 remotes serial number label on the back of the remote must match that shown on the receiver. The receivers telemetry frequency designation is located on the serial number label inside the receivers battery compartment (see Receiver section). DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 41 Remote Display Power Options The FSD remote can be powered by either an F Series battery pack or DC power. A brace insert is provided with the system for use when powering the FSD with DC power. It is the same size as the battery pack, and it is installed and removed in the same manner as the battery pack. Installing and Removing the Battery Pack or Brace Insert To install, hold the battery pack or brace insert with the tab facing up and away from the FSD remote, then insert it into the battery compartment and push it in until the tab latches in place. To remove the battery pack or brace insert, push down on the battery tab and pull it away from the remote until the tab is released. Connecting the DC Power Cable To connect the DC power cable, remove the protec-
tive cap from the DC power port on the back of the remote. Then align the four pin holes in the DC cable with the four pins in the DC power port. Push in and rotate the cable connector clockwise until the cable is secure. Install the other end of the DC cable into the DC power source. Pin Holes DC Power Cable Battery Tab Brace Insert DC Power Port Protective Cap DC Power Cable and Brace Insert Installed in FSD Remote Install the brace insert in the battery compartment. The brace insert provides structural integrity and preserves battery power. NOTE:
If both a battery pack and the DC cable are installed, the remote will draw power from the battery until the battery voltage is below the DC source voltage. 42 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual Remote Display Keypad The keypad to the right of the display window is used to operate the FSD remote. Execute Button The execute button (curved arrow) turns on the FSD unit and selects a highlighted menu option. It is also used for adjusting contrast and for executing menu options. It functions like the trigger switch on the receiver. Direction Buttons The up/down, left/right arrow buttons are used to navigate through menu options. The down button also can be used to access the main menu from the remote mode (see Main Menu later in this section). The direction buttons function like the toggle switch on the receiver. Power On/Off Once you have provided power to the FSD remote, either using the battery pack or a DC power source, then you can operate the unit. The power on and off functions are as follows. Power On Press the execute button for 5 seconds to turn on the FSD unit. A tone will sound and the main display screen will appear (see Remote Mode later in this section). Power Off Push and release the down arrow button to access the main menu screen. Push the right arrow button to highlight the power off menu option (see Main Menu later in this section), and then hold the execute button in until the unit turns off. Audible Tones The FSD remote has an internal speaker that beeps at startup and emits warning tones when the transmitter temperature increases. See Transmitter Temperature Warning Tones in the Transmitter section for a complete listing of the warning tones and what they signify. Adjusting Screen Contrast There are two ways to adjust the screen contrast. The easiest method is to hold in the execute button while pushing the right arrow (to lighten the display) or the left arrow (to darken the display). The other way is by using the contrast adjustment option in the main menu (see Contrast Adjustment later in this section). DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 43 Remote Display Adjusting the Viewing Angle The FSD remote allows you to adjust the viewing angle through a range of 180 left/right, 90 up/down, and 270 about the displays center. Up/Down Loosen and squeeze the two knobs on the back of the remote display, then adjust the screen as desired and tighten the knobs. If the knobs are loose, the display will hold its vertical position only until the knobs are squeezed together or the display is vibrated. Thus, DCI recommends tightening the knobs before drilling. Note: Adjusting the up/down orientation of the display without loosening the knobs can damage the unit. Squeeze Knobs Loosen Display Knobs Adjust Viewing Angle Tighten Display Knobs Left/Right When the FSD remotes magnetic base is secure, you can adjust the left-right viewing angle by rotating the display about the base. it to the display and rotate Center With the magnetic base secure, take hold of the desired orientation. Attaching / Removing Visor The removable visor on the FSD remote shields the screen from environmental conditions such as rain and sun. The visor is held in place by a ridge on the top of the display 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. Rotation for Center Viewing Adjustment Ridge Peg Channel Rotation for Left/Right Viewing Adjustment Rotating for Left/Right and Center Viewing Adjustments 44 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual Remote Display Main Menu The main menu is accessed by pushing the down arrow button. It displays the menu options with the remote mode option automatically highlighted for selection. Remote Mode
(Shown Highlighted) Contrast Adjustment Description of Highlighted Option Power Off Settings Menu Information Cable Mode Option FSD Main Menu Screen Use the arrow buttons to highlight an option, and press the execute button to select that option. The table below lists the main menu options and the result of selecting each item. FSD Main Menu Options Remote Mode Puts the FSD unit into remote mode so that it can display information from the receiver, including transmitter pitch, roll, temperature, battery status, depth, predicted depth, and Target Steering data. See Remote Mode below. Power Off Turns off the unit with no audible signal. Settings Menu Opens the settings menu so that you can change telemetry channels, pitch and depth units, and the receiver model. See Settings Menu below. Contrast Adjustment Allows you to adjust the screen contrast. See Contrast Adjustment below. Cable Mode Option Enables use of the FC cable transmitter and SST Steering Tool transmitter. Please see the DigiTrak Multi-Function Cable Box (MFCB) Operator's Manual for operating instructions. Information Displays FSD system information such as the software version, serial number, telemetry configuration, and current settings. DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 45 Remote Display Remote Mode The remote mode option opens the FSD main display screen, which is the default screen you will see after turning on the FSD remote. It shows the transmitter pitch, roll, battery status, 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 exit this screen at any time, press the down arrow button to return to the main menu. Transmitter Pitch Transmitter Roll Roll Offset Indicator
(Displays if Roll Offset Is Set on Receiver) Thermometer for Transmitter Temperature Telemetry Update Meter Receiver Type with Telemetry Channel FSD Battery Status Transmitter Battery Status (Alkaline Only) Transmitter Temperature
(Displays in Celsius if Metric Units Are Selected) FSD Main Display Screen For more information about the FSD main display screen and the FSD depth display screens, please see Display Screens later in this section. Settings Menu The settings menu, shown below, will appear after selecting the settings menu at the main menu screen. Telemetry Channel
(Shown Highlighted) Depth Units Function of Highlighted Option Telemetry Frequency Designation Receiver Model Exit Pitch Units FSD Settings Menu Screen 46 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual Remote Display The table below shows the menu options as they appear on the display with descriptions of their uses. Any changes that are made to the settings will be saved when the FSD unit is turned off. DCI recommends that you program the FSD settings to match the settings on your receiver. FSD Settings Menu Options Telemetry Channel Opens 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 Allows you to program the FSD unit to work with an F5, F2, SE, Eclipse, or Mark Series receiver. If a receiver other than the F5 is to be used, see the DigiTrak MFD/FSD Operators Manual. Telemetry Frequency Designation Opens the telemetry region options. If you must change this setting, call DCI to determine which setting is required in your area and to verify that it matches the receivers telemetry frequency designation. Depth Units Allows you to select distance units as either English or metric. When English units are selected, the temperature will display in degrees Fahrenheit (F). When metric units are selected, the temperature will display in degrees Celsius (C). Pitch Units Allows you to select pitch angle units. The options are percent (%) or degree (). Exit Exits the settings menu and returns to the main menu screen. After a setting is changed, the exit option is automatically highlighted for selection. Contrast Adjustment As mentioned above, the screen contrast can be adjusted from the main display screen by holding in the execute button on the keypad and pressing the left or right arrow button for the desired adjustment: left for darker, right for lighter. You can also adjust the contrast by selecting the contrast adjustment option on the main menu, which will display the following screen. Decrease Contrast Arrow
(Darkens Screen) Increase Contrast Arrow
(Lightens Screen) Curved Arrow Saves Contrast Setting and Returns to Main Menu
(Shown Highlighted) Adjust Screen Contrast DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 47 Remote Display Using the left or right arrow button on the remote, select the desired action: either decrease contrast (left arrow), increase contrast (right arrow), or the curved arrow. Adjust the contrast by pressing the remotes execute button after you have selected the decrease or increase contrast arrow. Each time the execute button is pressed, the contrast will change incrementally. When the contrast is adjusted as desired, use the left/right arrow buttons on the remote to highlight the curved arrow on the screen, and then press the execute button on the keypad to return to the main menu. Display Screens Main Display Screen The main display screen is the default screen you will see after turning on the FSD remote. It shows the transmitter pitch, roll, battery status, 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 exit this screen at any time, press the down arrow button to return to the main menu. Transmitter Pitch Transmitter Roll Roll Offset Indicator
(Displays if Roll Offset Is Set on Receiver) Thermometer for Transmitter Temperature Telemetry Update Meter Receiver Type with Telemetry Channel FSD Battery Status Transmitter Battery Status (Alkaline Only) Transmitter Temperature
(Displays in Celsius if Metric Units Are Selected) FSD Main Display Screen 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, you should pause before making steering decisions to ensure you have correct data. 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 transmitters 12 oclock position to the tools 12 oclock position), the letters RO for roll offset will display at the bottom right of the clock circle. For more information, see Roll Offset Menu in the Receiver section and Set Roll Offset in the System Setup section. 48 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual Remote Display Depth Display 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 & RLP) and Locate Line (LL) in the Locating section 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 is turned on, the receiver icon is shown elevated above the ground with the HAG setting displayed. In the figure below you can see that the HAG setting is 2' 03" to indicate that the receiver is being held that distance above the ground. For more information on the HAG settings, see Set Height-Above-Ground
(HAG) Distance in the System Setup section. HAG Setting Depth Reading Roll Offset Indicator Appears Here If It Has Been Enabled on the Receiver FSD Depth Display at Locate Line with HAG On The depth will display for 10 seconds after the trigger on the receiver is released, and then the display will return to the main display screen. When a roll offset is set at the receiver, the letters RO will display at the bottom right of the clock circle on the depth display and on the predicted depth display. For more information, see Roll Offset Menu in the Receiver section and Set Roll Offset in the System Setup section. DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 49 Remote Display Predicted Depth Display Screen The predicted depth display screen appears when the receiver is positioned at the front or rear locate point (FLP or RLP) and the trigger is 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 the predicted depth, see the Locating section. Predicted Depth Horizontal Distance Between Transmitter and FLP FSD Predicted Depth Display with HAG On As on the depth display, when a roll offset is set at the receiver, the letters RO will display at the bottom right of the clock circle on the FSD predicted depth display. The example shown above does not have the RO, which indicates that a roll offset has not 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 illustrated below. Pitch Assumed Zero 50 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Battery Charger AC Adapter AC Power Cord F Series Battery Charger DC Power Cord F Series Battery Packs F Series Battery Charger System 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. The battery packs are used to power the F5 receiver and the FSD remote. The AC power cord provided with your system is standard to your global area of operation. A fully charged battery pack 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 reduced substantially. Checking Battery Status To check the charge status of a battery pack, press the battery status button below the five LEDs. The LEDs indicate the charge level, with each representing 20% of the battery charge. The battery charge status can be checked at any time, even when the battery is installed in a unit. Tab LEDs Indicate Charge Level
(Shown Full) Battery Status Button
(Press) F Series Battery Pack DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 51 Battery Charger AC/DC Power Setup Install either the AC adapter or the DC power cord by inserting the charger plug into the power port of the battery charger (see photo to the right) and then rotating it a quarter turn in either direction to lock it in place. Red LED Charger Plug Green LED If using AC power, connect the AC power cord to the AC adapter, then plug the cord into an AC power receptacle (wall outlet). If using DC power, plug the DC power cord directly into the DC power source. Once powered, the orange LED on the battery charger will begin to flash and the charger will emit a series of beeps. Charging a Battery Pack With the battery charger connected to a power source and the orange LED flashing, insert a battery pack into the battery charger. The battery pack will be flush with the battery charger when it is properly inserted. The orange LED will stop flashing and turn solid, and the red LED will illuminate to indicate active charging. Do not try to charge a non-DCI battery pack or an SE NiMH battery pack. Inserting Charger Plug into Power Port Power Port Orange LED The battery pack is fully charged when the orange LED starts flashing again, the red LED goes off, and the green LED starts flashing. NOTE: The FBC can only be used to charge F Series battery packs. Battery Charger LED Indicators The battery charger has three LEDs (red, orange, and green) that are on, off, or flashing, depending on the charging status. The chart below summarizes the charging status indicated by the various LED settings, including the batterys status, where applicable, and the charge time. LEDs Charging Status Battery Status Charge Time Flashing Orange Solid Red and Orange Flashing Red Flashing Green and Orange Solid Red and Green 52 Power supplied to charger and ready to accept battery Battery charging None installed or fully charged N/A 416.8 V
<38 hr Battery or communication fault Battery fully charged Varies 16.817 V Varies N/A Temperature fault (see Appendix A for environmental operating specifications) Installed Will not charge DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual Battery Charger 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 the Safety Precautions and Warnings section. WARNING: The charger is designed with adequate safeguards to protect you from shock and other hazards when used as specified within this manual. If you use the charger in a manner not specified by this document, the protection provided by the charger may be impaired. Please read this manual before using the charger. WARNING: If you transport the charger in checked baggage, be sure to remove the bat-
teries from the charger before packing it. Battery Temperature Battery Voltage Charge Time The temperature of the air around the battery charger should be between
+32F to +95F (0C to +35C). Charging the battery outside this range may increase charge time, harm battery performance, or reduce battery life. It is important to maintain free airflow around the charger, especially near the top and bottom vents. If the batterys internal temperature is below +32F (0C) or above 113F
(+45C), the charger will not deliver charge current and will indicate a tem-
perature fault. The battery voltage should be in the range of 8 V to 16.8 V when inserted into the charger. If the battery voltage is above 17 V, the charger will display a flashing red battery fault indicator and will not charge the battery. If the battery voltage is between 16.8 V and 17 V, the charger will display a charge complete status. If the battery voltage is between 4 V and 8 V, a small trickle charge current will be applied to bring the battery voltage up to 8 V. If the battery voltage does not increase to above 8 V within 2 minutes, a battery fault will be displayed and charging discontinued. The charger will fully charge a battery in less than 3 hours if the ambient tem-
perature is inside the operating ambient temperature specification. If the ambient temperature is above or below the operating ambient tempera-
ture range, the charger may eventually charge the battery, but the charge time will be longer than 3 hours. If charging is not complete inside 8 hours, a battery fault will be displayed and charging discontinued. Power Input Use the supplied AC/DC adapter or the cigarette lighter adapter cable to power the charger with DC power in the specified voltage range. Failure to do so 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. Liquids spilled onto the charger could short circuit it. If liquids are accidentally spilled, send the charger to DCI for repair. All DCI lithium-ion batteries are classified by the United States federal government as non-hazardous 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 Corporations
(RBRC) Battery Recycling Program. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY or go to the RBRC website at www.rbrc.org for information on recycling your used battery. Battery Disposal DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 53 Battery Charger Notes 54 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED System Setup This section details the steps required to set up the F5 locating system and prepare for locating. Actual locating instructions are provided in the Locating section. The following steps are required:
Power on receiver, remote, and transmitter Conduct interference check Calibrate receiver to transmitter and/or verify calibration Set roll offset, if required Set height-above-ground (HAG) distance Power on Receiver, Remote, and Transmitter Receiver 1. Before loading a battery pack, note the telemetry frequency designation listed on the serial number label inside the battery compartment. This number must match that on the remote display. Install a fully charged battery pack. 2. 3. Turn on the receiver by holding in the trigger switch for at least 2 seconds. 4. Note the regional designation number on the receiver startup screen. This number must match 5. Click the trigger to display the receiver main menu. 6. From the main menu, select the settings menu. 7. Use the settings menu to set the depth units, pitch units, telemetry channel, and time and that on the transmitter. calendar (if desired). Remote Display 2. 1. Note the telemetry frequency designations listed on the back of the remote. Compare with the number on the receivers serial number label to ensure compatibility. If they do not match, contact DCI Customer Service. Install a fully charged battery pack or connect the DC power cable and install a brace insert in the battery compartment. 3. Press the execute button to turn on the remote. You will see the main display screen. 4. Press the down arrow button to display the main menu. 5. From the main menu, select the settings menu. 6. Use the settings menu to set the depth units, pitch units, and telemetry channel. Make sure that you use the same settings on the remote as you are using on the receiver. 7. Set receiver and remote to same system units (English vs. metric, etc.). Transmitter 1. Compare the regional designation number on the transmitter with that of the receiver to ensure compatibility. If they do not match, contact DCI Customer Service. Install batteries correctly in the transmitter to power it up (see Installing Batteries / Power On in the Transmitter section). 3. Using the transmitter selection menu, program the receiver to detect the type and frequency of 2. the transmitter you are using (see Transmitter Selection in the Transmitter section). DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 55 System Setup Conduct Interference Check What Interference Is and How to Check for It Before drilling (preferably before bidding on a project) the interference potential at your site should be evaluated. Interference can reduce the transmitters range or cause variable readings and possibly result in job slowdowns. Interference comes from two different types of sources: active and passive. Active interference is also known as electrical interference or background noise and can have varying effects upon the F5 locating equipment. Most electrical devices emit signals that can affect your ability to locate the tool accurately or to get good pitch/roll readings. Some examples of active interference are 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. You should conduct a test for the presence of active interference with your F5 system; see Background Noise Check below. Passive interference can reduce the amount of signal received from the transmitter, which 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 of passive interference are saltwater/salt domes and conductive earth, such as iron ore. You cannot conduct a test for the presence of passive interference with your F5 system. 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, you must first conduct a background noise check. Then you need to verify the speed and accuracy of the roll and pitch information. Background Noise Check With the transmitter off, power up the receiver and walk the bore path while monitoring the signal strength on the receivers screen, noting any locations where it changes. A general rule is that the background noise should be at least 150 points less than the transmitters signal strength when measured at the maximum depth for that bore. In the figure below, the red flag area denotes an increase in background noise. L L Red Flag Area Intended Bore Path Background Noise One-Person Background Signal Strength Check (No Transmitter) 56 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual Roll/Pitch Check System Setup At the end of the bore path, turn the receiver to face toward the launch end, and install batteries in the transmitter to power it up. Have a coworker hold the transmitter and stand a distance to your side approximately 1.5 times the maximum depth of your intended bore. Walk together in parallel back toward the launch end keeping the separation distance constant. Periodically stop and have your coworker change the transmitters pitch and roll orientation so that you can verify the speed and accuracy of these readings on the receiver. Note any locations where the display information becomes erratic or disappears. L L Red Flag Area 1.5X Depth Intended Bore Path Two-Person Roll/Pitch Test with Transmitter NOTE: Electrical interference is determined by observing the signal strength with the transmitter turned on and then with the transmitter turned off. If the difference between these numbers is less than 150, the electrical interference is excessive. Suggestions for Dealing with Interference If the 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) 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 different 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. DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 57 System Setup 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 the drill housing during the calibration procedure (see Transmitter Housing Requirements in the Transmitter section). 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. A tape measure is required for both calibration methods. The calibration menu is accessed from the receiver main menu. When you select the calibration menu, the calibration option previously used is highlighted for selection. 1-Point Calibration
(Shown Highlighted) 2-Point Calibration Exit (Returns to Main Menu) Receiver Calibration Menu Screen To cancel the calibration procedure, toggle right until the exit option is highlighted then click the trigger. You will return to the main menu with no change to the calibration. NOTE: DCI does not recommend calibrating every day, but you should verify the receivers depth reading daily at several locations using a tape measure. Do not calibrate if:
You are within 10 ft (3 m) of metal structures, such as steel pipe, chain-link fence, metal siding, construction equipment, automobiles, etc. The receiver is over rebar or underground utilities. The receiver is in the vicinity of excessive electrical interference. 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. 58 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual System Setup Exit
(Returns to Main Menu) Calibration Failure Screen Signal Strength Too Low (Left) or Too High (Right) Click the trigger to retry the calibration or toggle right to select exit and return to the main menu. If the calibration failure screen appears, verify your setup and try again or call DCI Customer Service. Retry 1-Point Calibration (Above Ground) 1. Place the receiver and the transmitter (in its 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 (3 m) from the center of the transmitter to the inside edge of the receiver (as shown below in the 1-point 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 transmitters signal strength at the calibration distance (10 ft or 3 m) so that it can be compared to future signal strength values. A change in signal strength can indicate that you are currently in an interference environment or there is a problem with your equipment. 3. From the receiver main menu, select the calibration menu, and then select the 1-point calibration option. The following screen will display. Perform 1-Point Calibration
(Shown Highlighted) Exit
(Returns to Main Menu) 1-Point Calibration Screen DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 59 System Setup 4. Click the trigger to initiate calibration. The screen will show that the receiver is calibrating. Do not move the receiver. Calibration-In-Progress Screen 5. When calibration is complete, the confirmation signal will sound and a checkmark will display on the screen, indicating a successful calibration. The screen will then return to the locate mode display. 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. NOTE: If depth data does not display, you will need to obtain a reference lock (R). See discussion under Finding the Front Locate Point (FLP) in the Locating section for information on obtaining a reference lock. 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 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 the Locating section for instructions on aligning the receiver directly above the transmitter and ensuring that the transmitter is level). 2. Verify that the signal strength readings with the receiver on the ground and with it raised 3 ft (or 1 m) above the ground are between 300 and 950 points. If the signal strength is too high with the receiver on the ground, then 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, you will have to pull back to calibrate. 3. Verify that roll and pitch values are being displayed on the receiver and that a steady signal is being received from the transmitter. 60 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual System Setup 4. From the receiver main menu, select the calibration menu option, and then select the 2-point calibration option. The following screen will display. 2-Point Calibration, Obtain 1st Point 5. Click the trigger to obtain the first calibration point. The calibration-in-progress screen will display. Do not move the receiver. 6. Once the first calibration point is obtained, the second calibration point screen will appear. 2-Point Calibration, Obtain 2nd Point 7. 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 will display again. Do not move the receiver. 8. Once the second point is obtained, the confirmation signal will sound and a checkmark will display on the screen, indicating a successful calibration. The screen will then return to the locate mode display. 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 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. DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 61 System Setup Set Roll Offset If you cannot align the 12 oclock position of the transmitter to that of the drill head, you will need to set and enable the roll offset. The roll offset function electronically compensates to match the transmitters 12 oclock position to the drill heads 12 oclock position. To access the roll offset function, open the receiver main menu and then select the settings menu. From the settings menu, select the roll offset menu option. Enable Roll Offset
(Shown Highlighted) Roll Offset Menu Enable Roll Offset 1. Select the enable roll offset option from the roll offset menu. Set Roll Offset
(Shown Highlighted) Enable Roll Offset Menu Disable Roll Offset Exit Clock Face Showing Transmitters Uncompensated Roll Position Exit 2. Ensure that the drill head is at its 12 oclock position and that the transmitter is on. Note the roll value showing on the screen. 3. With the set roll offset option highlighted, as shown above, click the trigger to activate roll offset. The confirmation signal will sound as the screen returns to the settings menu. 62 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual System Setup If the receiver does not detect a roll signal from the transmitter, the roll offset operation will fail and the following screen will display. Roll Offset Failure Screen Click the trigger to retry setting the roll offset or toggle right to select exit and 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 the roll offset option from the roll offset menu. The confirmation signal will sound as the screen returns to the settings menu. The value that displays for roll on the locate mode screens will be that of the transmitter. Set Height-Above-Ground (HAG) Distance The height-above-ground (HAG) function allows you to program a height measurement into the receiver so that you do not 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 transmitters range or cause variable readings. 1. Before accessing the HAG menu to turn on or set the HAG, you should measure your desired HAG distance. To do so, 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 12100 in. when English units are used, or 0.302.54 m when metric units are used. 2. From the receiver main menu, select the HAG menu option. You will see the HAG menu with the enable option highlighted for selection and the current or default (12 in. or 0.30 m) HAG setting shown in the description line at the bottom of the screen. If the HAG had previously been enabled, the disable option would show automatically highlighted for selection. DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 63 System Setup Disable HAG Enable HAG
(Shown Highlighted) Set and Enable HAG Exit Description of Highlighted Selection with Current HAG Setting in Inches or Meters HAG Menu Screen 3. Click the trigger to enable the HAG at the value shown at the bottom of the screen. The confirmation signal will sound as the screen returns to the main menu. Depth readings must be taken with the receiver held at this height. If you want to change the HAG value, then select the set and enable HAG option to open the keypad and set a new HAG value. The keypad will appear slightly differently depending on the units the receiver is set to display (see Using the Keypad in the Receiver section). Display Window Decimal Point Backspace Return Arrow
(Shown Highlighted for Selection) Exit (Returns to Main Menu) Standard Keypad Enter the desired HAG value using the toggle switch to highlight a number or decimal point and clicking the trigger to enter that selection in the display window. Enter one digit at a time, from left to right. Once the desired value is in the display window, select the return arrow to lock in the new HAG value and enable the HAG function. The confirmation signal will sound as the screen returns to the main menu. 64 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Locating Locating in High-Interference Area with the F5 Receiver Locating with the F5 system is relatively easy and intuitive, but you must understand some locating basics first. This section begins by explaining the locate points (FLP and RLP) and locate line (LL); the geometry of these elements with respect to the transmitter; and the proper method for marking locate points once they are found. Then the standard locating procedure is described, followed by instructions for tracking on-the-fly (while the tool is moving) and for tracking the transmitter when you cannot walk over it, called off-track locating. For a detailed explanation of how to track the transmitter when it is steep and deep, please read the information provided in Appendix B: Projected Depth Versus Actual Depth and the Fore/Aft Offset. DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 65 Locating Locating Basics Locate Points (FLP & RLP) and Locate Line (LL) The F5 receiver locates the transmitter by detecting three specific places in the transmitters magnetic field: the locate points and the locate line. The locate points are indistinguishable from one another by the receiver. They represent similar points in the transmitters field in front of and behind the transmitter. The front locate point (FLP) is ahead of the transmitter, and the rear locate point (RLP) is behind the transmitter. (See Appendix B for more information about the transmitters magnetic field.) The locate line (LL) extends 90 to the left and right of the transmitter when the transmitter is at 0% pitch, and represents the location of the transmitter between the FLP and RLP. 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 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. Birds-Eye View
(Looking Down) LL Drill Axis Line RLP Side View Surface of Ground Drill FLP Transmitter LL RLP FLP 70 Transmitter Geometry of FLP, RLP, and LL from Top (Birds-Eye) and Side Views Note how the RLP and FLP are equal distances from the LL when the transmitter is level. NOTE: If the transmitter pitch exceeds 30% (or 17) and/or the transmitter depth exceeds 15 ft (4.6 m), the position of the locate line will be somewhat ahead of or behind the transmitters actual position. In these cases, the depth displayed on the receiver is referred to as the projected depth (see Appendix B for more information regarding this situation). 66 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual Locating Effects of Depth, Pitch, and Topography on Distance Between FLP and RLP In general, the deeper the transmitter is, the further 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. (For more information, see Appendix B.) When the transmitter pitch is negative, the FLP will be further from the LL than the RLP (see figure below). 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 respect to the LL even if the transmitter itself is level. LL Surface of Ground Drill RLP FLP Transmitter (Negative or Downward Pitch) 70 Effect of Pitch on Distance Between FLP, RLP, and LL Note how the RLP and FLP are at different distances from the LL when the transmitter is at a negative pitch (compare with figure on previous page in which the transmitter is level). It is possible to calculate depth (for comparison to the receivers depth reading) using the distance between the locate points and the pitch of the transmitter. For additional information, see Appendix C:
Calculating Depth Based on Distance Between FLP and RLP. DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 67 Locating 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 after you have found it, 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). The point where this plumb line hits the ground is the location that you should mark. Plumb Line or Vertical Axis Center of Display Front of Receiver Place Marker Straight Down on Ground Plumb Line for Marking Locate Points 68 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual Locating Standard Method for Locating the Transmitter With the F5 system, you can locate the transmitter and its heading while it moves, whether standing in front of it, behind it, or toward the side. You can also locate the transmitter facing either toward or away from the drill rig. The standard method described in this section guides you to the transmitter while standing out 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. Move Forward FLP LL RLP Move Forward LL FLP RLP Drill Drill Setup for Standard Locating Method Standard Locating Method with a Curved Path Depth readings and data points for the DataLog function may be taken at the FLP or at the LL. It is necessary to 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 DataLog function (see the DigiTrak LWD DataLog System Operators 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 out in front of the drill head at a distance of approximately one rod length. NOTE: The FLP will be found further out in front of the drill head as the drill head gets deeper. DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 69 Locating 3. Observe the position of the locating target (
) relative to the receiver box on the display. The figures below illustrate what you might see on the display and the actual position of the receiver, transmitter, and locate points. Note that the FLP is ahead of and to the left of the receiver, as shown in the receiver display. Locating Target Box RLP FLP LL Receiver Locate Mode Screen Actual Position of Receiver and Transmitter 4. Walk in the direction indicated by the picture on the screen to center the target in the box, which is forward and to the left in this example. 5. When the target is centered in the box, hold the trigger in for one second so the receiver can get a lock on the reference signal. The R symbol will appear at the top of the depth screen. 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. In this case, you must reference again at the FLP. Target-in-
the-box 70 Receiver Depth Mode Screen
(at FLP with HAG on) RLP FLP LL Actual Position of Receiver and Transmitter DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual Locating 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 heading of the transmitter changes before it reaches the location under the receiver, the predicted depth reading will no longer be accurate. NOTE: To verify that the signal is balanced through the receivers antenna, carefully rotate the receiver 360 about the center of the display 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 DCI Customer Service. 6. With the target centered in the box, mark the location directly below the receivers display screen on the ground as the FLP. Finding the Locate Line (LL) 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. Locating Target Aligned with Vertical Crosshair Signal Strength Higher than Value at FLP 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 target reaches the bottom of the screen, the locate line should appear. NOTE:
If the locate line does not appear and the ball flips to the top of the screen, move the receiver in a forward/aft direction over where the ball flips. Then hold in the trigger; this should re-reference the receiver to the transmitters signal and bring up the locate line. DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 71 Locating Locate Line
(Red When Not Aligned in Box for Depth Reading) Yaw
(Left/Right) Rotation of Transmitter Relative to Receiver) Receiver Locate Mode Screen
(Approaching LL) RLP FLP LL Actual Position of Receiver and Transmitter NOTE: Do not rely on the alignment of the ball with the vertical crosshair to identify the left/right position of the transmitter. The front and rear locate points must be accurately found to determine the transmitters lateral position (heading) and to take accurate depth readings. 9. Position the receiver so that the LL aligns with the horizontal crosshair. Line-in-
the-box RLP FLP LL Receiver Locate Mode Screen
(at the LL) Actual Position of Receiver and Transmitter 10. Mark the location directly below the receivers display screen on the ground as the LL. You can take a depth reading here by holding in the trigger. However, to be certain you are directly above the trans-
mitter, and your depth reading is accurate, you should first find the RLP. 72 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual Locating Finding the RLP to Confirm Transmitter Heading and Position Finding the RLP will allow you to confirm the transmitters heading and position. Like the FLP, the RLP is represented as a target (
) on the receiver display. Once the RLP is found, you will connect the RLP to the FLP with a line that represents the exact heading of the transmitter. The transmitter is located beneath the point where this line intersects the LL. Continue the locating procedure as follows:
11. From the LL, facing toward the drill or last transmitter location, walk forward keeping the target aligned on the vertical crosshairs. RLP FLP LL Receiver Locate Mode Screen
(Approaching RLP from LL) Actual Position of Receiver and Transmitter 12. Position the receiver so that the locating target is centered in the box. RLP FLP LL
Receiver Locate Mode Screen
(at RLP) Actual Position of Receiver and Transmitter DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 73 Locating 13. Mark the location directly below the receivers display screen on the ground as the RLP. 14. Connect the RLP to the FLP with a straight line. This line represents the transmitters heading. The exact position of the transmitter is located beneath where this line and the LL cross. 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 in to take a depth reading. NOTE: To verify the depth reading, disable the HAG and set the unit on the ground. Take another depth reading. This reading should be within 5% of the depth reading obtained with the HAG on and the receiver lifted. See Appendixes B and C for more information on depth. RLP FLP LL With LL Aligned in Box, Re-
ceiver May Face Toward RLP or FLP During Depth Readings Receiver Depth Mode Screen
(at LL) Actual Position of Receiver and Transmitter 74 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual Locating Tracking On-the-Fly If you are running at 0% (0) 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 sitting level on the ground. One Rod Length FLP LL RLP One Rod Length FLP LL RLP Drill Drill Tracking "On-the-Fly"
with a Straight Path Tracking "On-the-Fly"
with a Curved Path Depth readings and data points for the DataLog LWD function may be taken at the FLP or at the LL. It is necessary to 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 LWD function. See the DigiTrak LWD DataLog System Operators 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 will set an incorrect reference that causes a ghost locate line. In this case, you must reference again at the FLP. DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 75 Locating RLP FLP LL Receiver Screen Tracking "On-the-Fly"
Actual Position of Receiver and Transmitter As the tool advances, the FLP should travel along the receivers 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 The off-track locating technique is useful when it is not possible to walk above the transmitter due to a surface obstruction or interference. Using the locate lines perpendicular relationship to the transmitter, it is possible to track the transmitters heading and also to 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. 1. Stop drilling and find the 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 of the tool until you reach a predetermined distance (P1) from it. Move the receiver forward and aft until you can see the ball jump from the bottom of the screen to the top of the screen (or vice versa), then mark this location. 76 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual Locating Obstruction Bore Path LL Drill Path Around Obstruction P1 P2 P3 Predetermined Distances Preparing for Off-Track Locating 3. While still holding the trigger in and keeping the receiver in the same orientation, step to the side of the tool another predetermined distance (P2) further away from it. Move the receiver forward and aft until you can see the ball jump from the bottom of the screen to the top of the screen (or vice versa), 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) further away from it. Move the receiver forward and aft until you can see the ball jump from the bottom of the screen to the top of the screen (or vice versa), then mark this location. 5. After finding the three locations P1, P2, and P3 to the side of the transmitter, connect these locations 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, it is possible to determine the heading of the tool. By comparing the slant distance or signal strength at the predetermined distances of P1, P2, and P3, as the tool progresses you can verify if the drill head is moving away from or maintaining the intended bore path. It is also important to track the pitch of the transmitter to verify that the tool is maintaining the desired path. DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 77 Locating 6. As drilling continues, the tool should be steered to maintain a constant slant distance at each of the points P1, P2, and P3. If the slant distance increases, the tool is moving away; if the slant distance decreases, the tool is moving toward the side position. Note: Differences in pitch will also affect the signal strength and slant distance as the tool progresses. Obstruction Bore Path LL P1 P2 P3 Path Around Obstruction Drill Off-Track Locating DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 78 DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED The Target Steering Function The Target Steering function allows the F5 receiver to be placed out ahead of the drill head and used as a steering target. The receiver is positioned on level ground so that it is facing in the same direction as the drilling. To activate the Target Steering function, you must program the receiver with the desired target depth. The drill head can then be guided to a point directly below where the receiver has been placed using the Target Steering screen on the remote display. The F5 system assumes level topography for the most accurate Target Steering results. It also assumes 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 that the receiver can be placed out ahead of the drill head for Target Steering is 35 ft (10.7 m). Beyond 35 ft (10.7 m) the up/down distance information becomes less accurate. Over the 35-ft range, starting with the drill head approximately level, the following parameters apply:
The maximum depth change is approximately 4 ft (1.2 m). The maximum pitch change is approximately 14%. For the most conservative Target Steering operation, we assume that 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. Surface of Ground Receiver Current Depth Feasible Target Steering Area Target Target Depth Depth Change 4 ft (1.2 m) max. Depth Change 4 ft (1.2 m) max. Transmitter Target Horizontal Distance 35 ft (10.7 m) max. Target Depth Maximum depth change is approximately 4 ft (1.2 m) over horizontal distance of 35 ft (10.7 m). Diagram of Feasible Steering Area DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 79 Target Steering The Target Steering procedure requires correct placement of the receiver. Place the receiver out 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 points if drilling a curved path. The maximum horizontal distance from the transmitter that the receiver should be placed is approximately 35 ft (10.7 m). Beyond this distance the up/down information becomes less accurate. Programming the Receiver for Target Steering The receiver must be programmed with the desired target depth using the Target Steering menu. The target depth is the depth at which you want the transmitter when it reaches the location under the receiver. The Target Steering menu is accessed from the receivers locate mode screen by pushing the toggle up (toward the display). Transmitter in Ground Pointing Toward Target Below Receiver Turn on Programmed Target Depth Program New Target Depth Receiver Programmed Target Depth Exit (Returns to Main Menu) Target Steering Menu The most recently programmed target depth or the default value (1.5', 18", 1'6", or 4.6 m) will be dis-
played on the screen. If this depth matches your desired target depth value, click the trigger to program that value as your target depth. You will return to the locate mode screen with Target Steering activated. If you want to program a new target depth, toggle right to highlight the keypad and click the trigger (see Using the Keypad in the Receiver section). Once the desired target depth is entered, you will return to the locate mode screen with Target Steering activated, as shown below. The horizontal distance from the receiver to the transmitter 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. 80 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual Target Steering Locating Target
(FLP) Horizontal Distance Between Transmitter and Receiver Transmitter Temperature Roll Indicator Roll/Pitch Update Meter Transmitter Pitch Approximate Depth of Transmitter Target Steering Locate Mode Screen 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 remotes main menu (see Main Menu in the Remote Display section). You will then see the Target Steering screen shown below. Transmitters Pitch Transmitters Roll Steering Indicator Center of Crosshairs Horizontal Distance Between Transmitter and Receiver Approximate Transmitter Depth Target Steering on Remote Display DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 81 Target Steering The steering indicator in this case shows that the drill head is to the left and too high for the intended path. The steering indicator should be dead center in the display if you are correctly heading to your programmed target depth. A steering command of 4 oclock would bring the drill head toward the target. Note that, for quick viewing and interpretation, the pointed end of the steering indicator corresponds to the clock position of the head. The horizontal distance from the drill head to the receiver is indicated at the bottom left part of the display. At the bottom right, the current depth of the drill head is indicated. A side view of the position of the receiver and of the transmitter is shown below on the left. An end view of the same setup is shown on the right. 204 Surface of Ground Back of Receiver 46 Transmitter 56 46 56 Target Target Actual Position of Transmitter Side and End Views Showing Positions of Receiver, Transmitter, and Target DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 82 Target Steering Target Steering in Interference Areas In areas of passive and/or active interference, it may be advisable 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 will be set to 8'6" (2.6 m). 204 This Height Must Be Added to Target Depth Back of Receiver Surface of Ground Drill Rig 3 3 46 Transmitter 56 46 56 Target 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 when the Target Steering locate mode screen is displaying. The screen will return to the standard locate mode display and the receiver will stop acting as a steering target. DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 83 Target Steering Notes 3-2500-00-B1 84 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED 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) DigiTrak F Series Display (FSD) DigiTrak F Series Battery Charger (FBC) DigiTrak F Series Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (FBP) DigiTrak FS Transmitter DigiTrak F Series Transmitters
(FX, FXL, 5XD 12/1.3, 5XD 19/12, 5X 18.5, 5X 8.4) DigiTrak FPT Transmitters
(F5Dp 19/12, F5Dp 12/1.3, F5DLp 19/12)
(nominal)
(nominal) 14.4 V 14.4 V Input 12 V Output 16.8 V or 14.4 V 14.8 V 1.11.6 V 23.6 V
(nominal)
(nominal) 350 mA max 220 mA max 5000 mA max 1800 mA max 4.4 Ah max, 63 Wh or 4.4 Ah max, 65 Wh 400 mA max 750 mA max 1.77.2 V 650 mA max Environmental Requirements Device Relative Humidity Operating Temperature DigiTrak F5 Receiver DigiTrak F Series Display DigiTrak FS Transmitter DigiTrak F Series Transmitters
(FX, FXL, 5XD 12/1.3, 5XD 19/12, 5X 18.5, 5X 8.4) DigiTrak FPT Transmitters
(F5Dp 19/12, F5Dp 12/1.3, F5DLp 19/12) DigiTrak F Series Battery Charger DigiTrak F Series Lithium-Ion Battery Pack
<90%
<90%
<100%
<100%
<100%
<99% for 0-10C
<95% for 10-35C
<99% for <10C
<95% for 10-35C
<75% for 35-60C
-4 to 140F (-20 to 60C)
-4 to 140F (-20 to 60C)
-4 to 180F (-20 to 82C)
-4 to 220F (-20 to 104C)
-4 to 220F (-20 to 104C) 32 to 95F (0 to 35C)
-4 to 140F (-20 to 60C) DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 85 Appendix A 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. An emery cloth or wire brush can be used 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 the battery cap 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. Placing tape around the fiberglass tube of the transmitter, if space allows, will keep the fiberglass protected from most corrosive environmental wear. Send in the Product Registration Card for the 90-day Limited Warranty. Battery Pack Storage If you plan to store the battery packs for any period of time, please follow the guidelines listed below. Do not store the battery pack at temperatures greater than 113F (45C). Do not store the battery pack in a fully discharged state. Do not store the battery pack in the battery charger. If the battery pack is going to be stored for an extended period of time, precharge the battery to a charge level of 20% to 30% (two to three LEDs illuminated on the battery pack). 86 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED 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, consists 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, you will find that the locate line (LL) is directly over the transmitter, and the depth displayed on the receiver is the actual depth. You will also find that 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, and 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 by short yellow lines in Figure B1. RLP LL FLP Figure B1. Flux Field and Geometry of FLP, RLP, and LL (side view) DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 87 Appendix B Due to the shape of the transmitters signal field (flux lines), 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 transmitters actual position. In this case, the depth displayed on the receiver becomes what is called the projected depth. The transmitters distance ahead of or behind the locate line is called the fore/aft offset. 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 (Tables B1 and B2) to determine the actual depth and fore/aft offset when you know the displayed (projected) depth and pitch of the transmitter. LP Fore/Aft Offset LP LL 30% (17) Pitch Projected Depth Actual Depth Figure B2. Projected Depth vs. Actual Depth and Fore/Aft Offset When Steep and Deep Figure B2 above shows a transmitter positioned in a drill string that is meant to illustrate drilling at either a positive or a negative pitchthe pitch is positive if you are drilling left to right, and it is negative if you are drilling right to left. The transmitters 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 transmitters 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. 88 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual Appendix B 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 receivers depth reading (projected depth) and the transmitter pitch. You can also look up the projected depth (Table B3) if you know the required depth (actual depth) of your instal-
lation 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. 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 Pitch Displayed Depth 5'
(1.52 m)
(3.05 m)
(4.57 m)
(6.10 m)
(7.62 m)
(9.14 m) 10'
15'
20'
25'
30'
35'
40'
45'
50'
(12.19 m)
(13.72 m)
(10.67 m)
(15.24 m) 10%
(5.7) 5'
(1.52 m) 9' 11"
(3.02 m) 14' 11"
(4.55 m) 19' 11"
(6.07 m) 24' 11"
(7.59 m) 29' 10"
(9.09 m) 34' 10"
(10.62 m) 39' 10"
(12.14 m) 44' 9"
(13.64 m) 49' 9"
(15.16 m) 20%
(11) 4' 11"
(1.50 m) 9' 9"
(2.97 m) 14' 8"
(4.47 m) 19' 6"
(5.94 m) 24' 5"
(7.44 m) 29' 3"
(8.92 m) 34' 2"
30%
(17) 4' 9"
(1.45 m) 9' 5"
(2.87 m) 14' 2"
(4.32 m) 18' 10"
(5.74 m) 23' 7"
(7.19 m) 28' 3"
(8.61 m) 33' 1"
(10.41 m) 39'
(11.89 m) 43' 11"
(13.39 m) 48' 9"
(14.86 m)
(10.08 m) 37' 9"
(11.51 m) 42' 5"
(12.93 m) 47' 2"
(14.38 m) 40%
(22) 4' 6"
(1.37 m) 9' 1"
(2.77 m) 13' 7"
(4.14 m) 18' 1"
(5.51 m) 22' 8"
(6.91 m) 27' 2"
(8.28 m) 31' 8"
(9.65 m) 36' 2"
(11.02 m) 40' 9"
(12.42 m) 45' 3"
(13.79 m) 50%
(27) 4' 4"
(1.32 m) 8' 8"
(2.64 m) 13'
(3.96 m) 17' 4"
(5.28 m) 21' 8"
(6.60 m) 26'
(7.92 m) 30' 4"
(9.25 m) 34' 8"
(10.57 m) 39'
(11.89 m) 43' 4"
(13.21 m) 60%
(31) 4' 2"
(1.27 m) 8' 3"
(2.51 m) 12' 5"
(3.78 m) 16' 6"
(5.03 m) 20' 8"
(6.30 m) 24' 9"
(7.54 m) 28' 11"
(8.81 m) 33'
(10.06 m) 37' 2"
(11.33 m) 41' 3"
(12.57 m) 75%
(37) 3' 10"
(1.17 m) 7' 7"
(2.31 m) 11' 5"
(3.48 m) 15' 3"
(4.65 m) 19'
(5.79 m) 22' 10"
(6.96 m) 26' 8"
(8.13 m) 30' 5"
(9.27 m) 34' 3"
(10.44 m) 38' 1"
(11.61 m)
(1.07 m)
(0.76 m) 90%
(42) 3' 6"
7'
(2.13 m) 10' 6"
(3.20 m) 14'
(4.27 m) 17' 6"
(5.33 m) 21'
(6.40 m) 24' 6"
(7.47 m) 28'
(8.53 m) 31' 7"
(9.63 m) 35' 1"
100%
(45) 2' 6"
5'
(1.52 m) 7' 6"
(2.29 m) 10'
(3.05 m) 12' 6"
(3.81 m) 15'
(4.57 m) 17' 6"
(5.33 m) 20'
(6.10 m) 22' 6"
(6.86 m) 25'
(10.69 m)
(7.62 m) 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) at different transmitter pitches. DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 89 Appendix B Table B2. Determining Fore/Aft Offset from Displayed (Projected) Depth and Pitch
(3.05 m)
(0.20 m) Pitch Displayed Depth 5'
(1.52 m)
(4.57 m)
(6.10 m)
(7.62 m)
(9.14 m) 10'
15'
20'
25'
30'
35'
40'
45'
50'
(10.67 m)
(12.19 m)
(13.72 m)
(15.24 m) 10%
(5.7) 4"
(0.10 m) 8"
1'
(0.30 m) 1' 4"
(0.41 m) 1' 8"
(0.51 m) 2'
(0.61 m) 2' 4"
(0.71 m) 2' 8"
(0.81 m) 3'
(0.91 m) 3' 4"
(1.02 m) 20%
(11) 8"
(0.20 m) 1' 4"
(0.41 m) 2'
(0.61 m) 2' 7"
(0.79 m) 3' 3"
(0.99 m) 3' 11"
(1.19 m) 4' 7"
(1.40 m) 5' 3"
(0.69 m) 5' 11"
(1.80 m) 6' 7"
(2.01 m) 30%
(17) 11"
(0.28 m) 1' 11"
(0.58 m) 2' 11"
(0.89 m) 3' 10"
(1.17 m) 4' 10"
(1.47 m) 5' 10"
(1.78 m) 6' 9"
(2.06 m) 7' 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) 7' 6"
(2.29 m) 8' 9"
(2.67 m) 10'
(3.05 m) 11' 4"
(3.45 m) 12' 7"
(3.84 m) 50%
(27) 1' 7"
(0.48 m) 3' 1"
(0.94 m) 4' 7"
(1.40 m) 6' 1"
(1.85 m) 7' 7"
(2.31 m) 9' 2"
(2.79 m) 10' 8"
(3.25 m) 12' 2"
(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) 7' 1"
(2.16 m) 8' 10"
(2.69 m) 10' 7"
(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' 1"
(0.64 m) 4' 2"
(1.27 m) 6' 3"
(1.91 m) 8' 4"
(2.54 m) 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) 7' 1"
(2.16 m) 9' 6"
(2.90 m) 11' 10"
(3.61 m) 14' 2"
(4.32 m) 16' 7"
(5.05 m) 18' 11"
(5.77 m) 21' 3"
(6.48 m) 23' 8"
(7.21 m) 100%
(45) 2' 6"
(0.76 m) 5'
(1.52 m) 7' 6"
(2.29 m) 10'
(3.05 m) 12' 6"
(3.81 m) 15'
(4.57 m) 17' 6"
(5.33 m) 20'
(6.10 m) 22' 6"
(6.86 m) 25'
(7.62 m) Table B3 lists the actual depths in 5 ft (1.52 m) increments in the first column and provides projected depth values at different transmitter pitches. Table B3. Determining Projected Depth from Actual Depth and Pitch 10%
(5.7) 5'
(1.52 m) 10' 1"
(3.07 m) 15' 1"
(4.60 m) 20' 1"
(6.12 m) 25' 2"
(7.67 m) 30' 2"
(9.19 m) 35' 2"
(10.72 m) 40' 2"
(12.24 m) 45' 3"
(13.79 m) 50' 3"
(15.32 m) 20%
(11) 5' 2"
(1.57 m) 10' 3"
(3.12 m) 15' 5"
(4.70 m) 20' 6"
(6.25 m) 25' 8"
(7.82 m) 30' 9"
(9.37 m) 35' 11"
(10.95 m) 41'
(12.50 m) 46' 2"
(14.07 m) 51' 3"
(15.62 m) 30%
(17) 5' 3"
(1.60 m) 10' 7"
(3.23 m) 15' 10"
(4.83 m) 21' 2"
(6.45 m) 26' 5"
(8.05 m) 31' 9"
(9.68 m) 37'
(11.28 m) 42' 3"
(12.88 m) 47' 7"
(14.50 m) 52' 10"
(16.10 m) 40%
(22) 5' 6"
(1.68 m) 10' 11"
(3.33 m) 16' 5"
(5.00 m) 21' 11"
(6.68 m) 27' 5"
(8.36 m) 32' 10"
(10.01 m) 38' 4"
(11.68 m) 43' 10"
(13.36 m) 49' 3"
(15.01 m) 54' 9"
(16.69 m) 50%
(27) 5' 8"
(1.73 m) 11' 4"
(3.45 m) 17'
(5.18 m) 22' 8"
(6.91 m) 28' 4"
(8.64 m) 34'
(10.36 m) 36' 8"
(11.18 m) 45' 4"
(13.82 m) 51'
(15.54 m) 56' 8"
(17.27 m) 60%
(31) 5' 11"
(1.80 m) 11' 9"
(3.58 m) 17' 8"
(5.38 m) 23' 6"
(7.16 m) 29' 5"
(8.97 m) 35' 3"
(10.74 m) 41' 2"
(12.55 m) 47'
(14.33 m) 52' 2"
(15.90 m) 58' 9"
(17.91 m) 75%
(37) 6' 3"
(1.91 m) 12' 5"
(3.78 m) 18' 7"
(5.66 m) 24' 9"
(7.54 m) 31'
(9.45 m) 37' 2"
(11.33 m) 43' 4"
(13.21 m) 49' 7"
(15.11 m) 55' 9"
(16.99 m) 61' 11"
(18.87 m) 90%
(42) 6' 6"
(1.98 m) 13'
(3.96 m) 19' 6"
(5.94 m) 26'
(7.92 m) 32' 6"
(9.91 m) 39'
(11.89 m) 45' 6"
(13.87 m) 52'
(15.85 m) 58' 6"
(17.83 m) 64' 11"
(19.79 m) 100%
(45) 7' 6"
(2.29 m) 15'
(4.57 m) 22' 6"
(6.86 m) 30'
(9.14 m) 37' 6"
(11.43 m) 45'
(13.72 m) 52' 6"
(16.00 m) 60'
(18.29 m) 67' 6"
(11.43 m) 75'
(22.86 m) Pitch Actual Depth
(1.52 m)
(3.05 m)
(4.57 m)
(6.10 m)
(7.62 m)
(9.14 m) 5'
10'
15'
20'
25'
30'
35'
40'
45'
50'
(13.72 m)
(15.24 m)
(12.19 m)
(10.67 m) 90 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual Appendix B 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 Pitch From Actual to Projected Depth From Projected to Actual Depth 10%
(5.7) 1.005 20%
(11) 1.025 30%
(17) 1.06 40%
(22) 1.105 50%
(27) 1.155 60%
(31) 1.212 75%
(37) 1.314 90%
(42) 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 receivers 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 receivers 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). DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 91 Appendix B Notes 92 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Appendix C:
Calculating Depth Based on Distance Between FLP and RLP It is possible to estimate the transmitter 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:
Depth Distance between FLP and RLP 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 Pitch ( % / ) Divider 0 / 0.0 2 / 1.1 4 / 2.3 6 / 3.4 8 / 4.6 10 / 5.7 12 / 6.8 14 / 8.0 16 / 9.1 18 / 10.2 20 / 11.3 22 / 11.9 24 / 13.5 26 / 14.6 28 / 15.6 30 / 16.7 32 / 17.7 1.41 1.41 1.42 1.42 1.42 1.42 1.43 1.43 1.43 1.44 1.45 1.45 1.46 1.47 1.48 1.48 1.49 7.66 ft 11.5 1.50 Table C1. Depth Estimation Table ft or approximately 7.7 ft (2.35 m) Pitch ( % / ) Divider Pitch ( % / ) Divider 34 / 18.8 36 / 19.8 38 / 20.8 40 / 21.8 42 / 22.8 44 / 23.7 46 / 24.7 48 / 25.6 50 / 26.6 52 / 27.5 54 / 28.4 56 / 29.2 58 / 30.1 60 / 31.0 62 / 31.8 64 / 32.6 66 / 33.4 1.50 1.51 1.52 1.54 1.55 1.56 1.57 1.59 1.60 1.62 1.63 1.64 1.66 1.68 1.69 1.71 1.73 68 / 34.2 70 / 35.0 72 / 35.8 74 / 36.5 76 / 37.2 78 / 38.0 80 / 38.7 82 / 39.4 84 / 40.0 86 / 40.7 88 / 41.3 90 / 42.0 92 / 42.6 94 / 43.2 96 / 43.8 98 / 44.4 100 / 45.0 1.74 1.76 1.78 1.80 1.82 1.84 1.85 1.87 1.89 1.91 1.93 1.96 1.98 2.00 2.02 2.04 2.06 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 93 Appendix C Notes 94 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED Appendix D:
Reference Tables Depth Increase in Inches (Centimeters) per 10-foot (3-meter) Rod Percent Depth Increase 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 1 (2) 2 (5) 4 (10) 5 (13) 6 (15) 7 (18) 8 (20) 10 (25) 11 (28) 12 (30) 13 (33) 14 (36) 15 (38) 17 (43) 18 (46) 19 (48) 20 (51) 21 (53) 22 (56) 24 (61) 25 (64) 26 (66) 27 (69) 28 (71) 29 (74) 30 (76) 31 (79) Percent Depth Increase 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 50 55 60 70 80 90 100 32 (81) 33 (84) 34 (86) 36 (91) 37 (94) 38 (97) 39 (99) 40 (102) 41 (104) 42 (107) 43 (109) 44 (112) 45 (114) 46 (117) 46 (117) 47 (119) 48 (122) 49 (124) 50 (127) 51 (130) 54 (137) 58 (147) 62 (157) 69 (175) 75 (191) 80 (203) 85 (216) DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual 95 Appendix D Depth Increase in Inches (Centimeters) per 15-foot (4.6-meter) Rod Percent Depth Increase 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 2 (5) 4 (10) 5 (13) 7 (18) 9 (23) 11 (28) 13 (33) 14 (36) 16 (41) 18 (46) 20 (51) 21 (53) 23 (58) 25 (64) 27 (69) 28 (71) 30 (76) 32 (81) 34 (86) 35 (89) 37 (94) 39 (99) 40 (102) 42 (107) 44 (112) 45 (114) 47 (119) Percent Depth Increase 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 50 55 60 70 80 90 100 49 (124) 50 (127) 52 (132) 53 (135) 55 (140) 56 (142) 58 (147) 59 (150) 61 (155) 62 (157) 64 (163) 65 (165) 67 (170) 68 (173) 70 (178) 71 (180) 72 (183) 74 (188) 75 (191) 77 (196) 80 (203) 87 (221) 93 (236) 103 (262) 112 (284) 120 (305) 127 (323) 96 DigiTrak F5 Operators Manual DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED 19625 62nd Ave. S., Suite B-103 Kent, WA 98032 USA (425) 251-0559 or (800) 288-3610 Fax (253) 395-2800 www.digitrak.com DCI@digital-control.com (E-mail) LIMITED WARRANTY Digital Control Incorporated ("DCI") warrants that when shipped from DCI each DCI Product will conform to DCIs 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:
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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 cost 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. 3-2500-00-B1 Page 1 of 2 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 DCIS 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 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 Users sole and exclusive remedy for breach of the Limited Warranty. 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 not 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 DCIs 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 DCIs 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 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 Users drilling environment. 3. If a 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 for 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 DCIs 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. 3-2500-00-B1 Page 2 of 2
| frequency | equipment class | purpose | ||
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| 1 | 2011-04-14 | 0.012 ~ 0.0192 | DCD - Part 15 Low Power Transmitter Below 1705 kHz | Original Equipment |
| app s | Applicant Information | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Effective |
2011-04-14
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| 1 | Applicant's complete, legal business name |
Digital Control Inc
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| 1 | FCC Registration Number (FRN) |
0013772017
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| 1 | Physical Address |
19625 62nd Ave. South
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| 1 |
Kent, Washington 98032
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| 1 |
United States
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| app s | TCB Information | |||||
| 1 | TCB Application Email Address |
d******@nwemc.com
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| 1 | TCB Scope |
A1: Low Power Transmitters below 1 GHz (except Spread Spectrum), Unintentional Radiators, EAS (Part 11) & Consumer ISM devices
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| app s | FCC ID | |||||
| 1 | Grantee Code |
KKG
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| 1 | Equipment Product Code |
50416
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| app s | Person at the applicant's address to receive grant or for contact | |||||
| 1 | Name |
T**** J**** H******
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| 1 | Title |
General Counsel
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| 1 | Telephone Number |
425-3********
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| 1 | Fax Number |
425-2********
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| 1 |
t******@digital-control.com
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| app s | Technical Contact | |||||
| n/a | ||||||
| app s | Non Technical Contact | |||||
| n/a | ||||||
| app s | Confidentiality (long or short term) | |||||
| 1 | Does this application include a request for confidentiality for any portion(s) of the data contained in this application pursuant to 47 CFR § 0.459 of the Commission Rules?: | Yes | ||||
| 1 | Long-Term Confidentiality Does this application include a request for confidentiality for any portion(s) of the data contained in this application pursuant to 47 CFR § 0.459 of the Commission Rules?: | No | ||||
| if no date is supplied, the release date will be set to 45 calendar days past the date of grant. | ||||||
| app s | Cognitive Radio & Software Defined Radio, Class, etc | |||||
| 1 | Is this application for software defined/cognitive radio authorization? | No | ||||
| 1 | Equipment Class | DCD - Part 15 Low Power Transmitter Below 1705 kHz | ||||
| 1 | Description of product as it is marketed: (NOTE: This text will appear below the equipment class on the grant) | F5Dp 19/12, F5Dp 12/1.3, F5DLp 19/12 | ||||
| 1 | Related OET KnowledgeDataBase Inquiry: Is there a KDB inquiry associated with this application? | No | ||||
| 1 | Modular Equipment Type | Does not apply | ||||
| 1 | Purpose / Application is for | Original Equipment | ||||
| 1 | Composite Equipment: Is the equipment in this application a composite device subject to an additional equipment authorization? | No | ||||
| 1 | Related Equipment: Is the equipment in this application part of a system that operates with, or is marketed with, another device that requires an equipment authorization? | No | ||||
| 1 | Is there an equipment authorization waiver associated with this application? | No | ||||
| 1 | If there is an equipment authorization waiver associated with this application, has the associated waiver been approved and all information uploaded? | No | ||||
| app s | Test Firm Name and Contact Information | |||||
| 1 | Firm Name |
Northwest EMC, Inc.
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| 1 | Name |
G******** K******
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| 1 | Telephone Number |
503-8********
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| 1 | Fax Number |
503-8********
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| 1 |
g******@nwemc.com
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| Equipment Specifications | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Line | Rule Parts | Grant Notes | Lower Frequency | Upper Frequency | Power Output | Tolerance | Emission Designator | Microprocessor Number | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1 | 1 | 15C | 0.01200000 | 0.01920000 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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