User's Manual
Table Of Contents
- Mark III Directional Drilling Locating System
- Table of Contents
- Table of Contents (Cont.)
- Table of Contents (Cont.)
- Safety Precautions and Warnings
- Safety Precautions and Warnings (Continued)
- Dear Customer:
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- 3-3000-00c-F.pdf
- Receiver
- Display Window Icons
- On/Off
- Receiving the Transmitter’s Signals
- Clicking vs. Holding the Trigger
- Changing the Receiver’s Channel Setting
- Changing the Depth Measurement Units (English vs. Metric)
- Battery Status Display for Receiver and Transmitter
- Warning Tones for Transmitter Overheat
- Ultrasonic Function
- Calibrating the Receiver
- Using Depth Antenna Plumb Line to Mark Locate Points
- Finding Firmware Version
- 5.0 Series Firmware Functions
- Receiver
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- 3-3000-00e-F.pdf
- 3-3000-00f-F.pdf
- 3-3000-00g-F.pdf
- 3-3000-00h-F.pdf
- 3-3000-00i-F.pdf
- 3-3000-00j-F.pdf
- Locating
- Locating Mode
- Locate Points (FNLP & RNLP) and Locate Line (PLL)
- Handling the Receiver
- Distance Between FNLP and RNLP Due to Depth, Pitch, and Topography
- Using Plus/Minus Indicators for Locating
- Locating the Transmitter from the Drill
- Locating the Transmitter from the Front
- Method for Confirming Position
- Locating on the Fly
- Off-Track Locating
- Splitting the Front and Rear Negative Locate Points
- Four-Turn Technique
- Calculating Depth Based on Distance Between FNLP & RNLP
- Running off Pitch or Calculating Depth from Pitch
- Transmitter’s Signal Shape
- Antenna Configuration
- Signal Reception
- Front and Rear Negative Locate Points
- Positive Locate Line Above Transmitter
- Locating
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- 3-3000-00l-F.pdf
- 3-3000-00m-F.pdf
- 3-3000-00n-F.pdf
- 3-3000-00o-F.pdf
- 3-3000-00p-F.pdf
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Introduction
Operational Tests – Before drilling and during operation it is necessary to check the following: proper
calibration, correct ultrasonic measurement, status of battery power, transmitter temperature, and signal
interference problems. (see Operational Tests Section)
Locating – The DigiTrak System is used to locate the transmitter underground; the trigger under the
receiver’s handle is held in during locating to show signal strength in the upper left window. The operator
systematically follows the signals received from the transmitter to establish the FNLP and the rear
negative locate point (RNLP), which then guide the operator to the transmitter’s location. (see Locating
Section)
Tracking – The DigiTrak Receiver automatically “tracks” and displays the transmitter’s orientation (pitch/
roll) and distance. It is not necessary to push the trigger or take any other steps to see this information.
Troubleshooting – The DigiTrak System is a sensitive instrument whose operation can be affected by
many different factors. We have listed many of the common problems and solutions in the Trouble-
shooting Section in this manual. If you cannot find the answers you need there, then please call DCI for
assistance. (see “Technical Support” below)
Technical Support
If you are having difficulties with your DigiTrak System and cannot find solutions by reviewing this manual
or the DigiTrak Training Video, then call DCI’s Customer Service Department at 425-251-0559 or 800-
288-3610. When you call, you should be prepared to provide the following information:
¾ Serial numbers on the DigiTrak Receiver, Transmitter, Remote Display, etc.
¾ Description of problem.
¾ How you have tried to solve the problem.
¾ Availability of other equipment to troubleshoot with.
You may also want to visit our web site (
www.digitrak.com) for more information, or e-mail us at
DCI@digital-control.com.
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