Digitrex 3-3000-00a-F Procedure for Observing the Predicted Depth, Running Time Meter Display

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Procedure for Observing the Predicted Depth

When the receiver (with 5.0 firmware) is at the FNLP and held level with the trigger in, the bottom window will rapidly flash the predicted depth number accompanied by a solidly lit squiggle (“~”); the predicted depth information is also displayed in the bottom window on the remote display. Should the trigger be held in at any other location than the FNLP, the predicted depth in the bottom window will be invalid and should be disregarded. The depth prediction feature requires pitch; should the pitch information become unavailable, the predicted depth display (with trigger held in) will show only the squiggle in the bottom window, and there will be no number for the predicted depth. This feature also requires that the ultra- sonic distance be set prior to measuring the predicted depth.

Viewing the Transmitter’s Temperature and the

Receiver’s Battery Status in Percent of Remaining Life

While the trigger is held in, the top left window will display the signal strength (as with pre-5.0 firmware versions) and the top right window will display the transmitter’s temperature in degrees Celsius as a flashing number. When the trigger is released, the top right window will display for 2 seconds the percentage of battery life remaining in the receiver’s rechargeable NiCad battery as 100, 90, 75, 50, 25, 10, 5, or 0, and the top left window will display the transmitter’s battery percentage remaining as 99, 90, 75, 50, 25, 10, 5, or 0. The pitch and roll information will resume 2 seconds after releasing the trigger.

Viewing the Receiver’s Battery Voltage

The receiver’s NiCad battery voltage is displayed only during the start-up process. The receiver battery voltage is displayed for 2 seconds during initial start-up in the bottom window and is in tenths of a volt, i.e., 155 is 15.5V DC. A fully charged, properly operating NiCad battery is approximately 16.5V to 17.1V DC. At 14.0V DC, the battery is considered discharged.

Off Feature

To shut the receiver off, click the trigger as if you are taking an ultrasonic measurement. As soon as the unit begins to beep click the trigger 4 or more times (observe 4 or greater in the bottom window). The receiver’s windows will all blank out, indicating the receiver is off. The battery need not be removed to shut off the receiver.

Accessing the Receiver’s Running Time Meter

The running time meter tracks the operating hours for receivers having 5.0 series and later firmware. To view accumulated run- ning time hours, the receiver must be started with an “on by 4” clicking sequence, as follows:

Place a battery in the receiver. Click the trigger once followed by 4 rapid clicks. The hours will be displayed in the top left win- dow (up to 999), minutes in the top right window, and thousands of hours in the bottom window.

To exit the running time meter display, click the trigger once and the unit will shut off. To restart, click the trigger.

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Contents Mark III Directional Drilling Locating System Trademarks Table of Contents Remote Display System Remote Telemetry License Limited Warranty Safety Precautions Remember ViiDear Customer ViiiDigiTrak Directional Drilling Locating System IntroductionBasic DigiTrak Equipment Introduction Basic DigiTrak OperationTechnical Support 3000-00b-F DigiTrak Receiver Top View ReceiverDigiTrak Receiver Side View Showing Display Window IconsReceiver Display Window IconsOn/Off Depth Measurement Units Receiver Battery Voltage LCD TestFirmware Version Remote Channel Setting To turn the receiver onTo turn the receiver off Receiving the Transmitter’s SignalsClicking vs. Holding the Trigger Changing the Receiver’s Channel Setting To change the channelChanging the Depth Measurement Units English vs. Metric Battery Status Display for Receiver and TransmitterReceiver Battery Status Voltage Remaining To change the measurement unitsUse of Ultrasonic Measurement To Determine Actual Depth Temperature RangeUltrasonic Function Zeroing the Ultrasonics Do not calibrate if Determining 1-Point Calibration SignalCalibrating the Receiver Confirming Proper Calibration To calibrate newer receivers Receiver Using Depth Antenna Plumb Line to Mark Locate Points Depth Antenna Plumb LineFinding Firmware Version Series Firmware FunctionsProcedure for Observing the Predicted Depth Running Time Meter DisplayBatteriesAntenna Index Slot Back Front TransmitterHow a Transmitter Works DigiTrak TransmitterTemperature Overheat Temperature DisplayBattery Status Display TransmitterHow Transmitter Should Fit in Housing Sleep Mode Automatic ShutoffVerifying Proper Fit of Transmitter in Housing To install a transmitter in the housing Front End Cap of Transmitter Showing Temp Dot and Index SlotTransmitter as an Inclinometer Locating the TransmitterSensitive-Pitch Transmitters Tips for drilling with a sensitive-pitch transmitterSerial Numbers SpecificationsModel Type Length Signal Battery Temp Color Transmitter Range Type RatingRemote Display System Remote Display UnitRemote Display On/Off and Setting the ChannelTransmitter Temperature and Battery Status Remote Steering Setting up DigiTrak Receiver For Remote SteeringUsing DigiTrak Receiver for Remote Steering DataLog Capability ~ I5Battery Charger DigiTrak Battery ChargerBattery Is Battery ChargerCharging a Battery Battery Charger Control PanelIndicator Lights and Meanings Conditioning a Battery in the ChargerConditioning a Battery Manually Setup for Discharging a Battery Manually3000-00f-F Moisture and Temperature Avoidance Start-up ProcedureShutdown Procedure System Operating InstructionsSystem Operation Optimal Operating TemperaturesGeneral Maintenance Signal Interference Electrical Interference/Background Noise CheckSignal Interference Suggestions for Dealing with InterferenceReceiver Balance Check Operational TestsSelf-Test for Mark III Receivers Transmitter Tests Operational TestsReceiver Gain Test Transmitter Signal Strength Values Transmitter Distance ColorTransmitter Model Average Current mA Transmitter Salt Water Range TestCurrent Draw Test Transmitter Battery Tests 3000-00i-F Locating Locating ModeLocating Mode Trigger Held Locate Points Fnlp & Rnlp and Locate Line PLLSide View LocatingHandling the Receiver Locating the Transmitter from the Drill Using Plus/Minus Indicators for LocatingUsing Plus/Minus +/- Indicators for Locating Finding the Rear Negative Locate Point Rnlp from the DrillFinding the Positive Locate Line PLL from the Drill Fine Tuning Rnlp Location Walking Toward LeftPlus Changes To Minus Drill Fine Tuning Fnlp Walking Toward Left Finding the Front Negative Locate Point Fnlp from the DrillFinding the Transmitter and Its Depth Locating the Transmitter from the Front Locating the Transmitter from the FrontMethod for Confirming Position Method for Confirming PositionOff-Track Locating Locating on the FlyOff-Track Locating To find the Fnlp or the Rnlp Splitting the Front and Rear Negative Locate PointsFour-Turn Technique Calculating Depth Based on Distance Between Fnlp & Rnlp Pitch DividerRunning off Pitch or Calculating Depth from Pitch Calculating Depth from PitchSignal Reception Transmitter’s Signal ShapeAntenna Configuration Elliptical Shape of Transmitter Signal FieldOrientation of Field Lines with Respect to Antennas Front and Rear Negative Locate PointsPositive Locate Line Above Transmitter 3000-00j-F Cable Transmitter System DigiTrak Cable Transmitter SystemCable Transmitter Label Indicating Cable-Ready Remote DisplayPower Supply Cable Transmitter Power Supply Connected to Remote DisplayCable Transmitter Remote Display with Cable Transmitter Capability Adding Batteries in SeriesViewing the Cable System Battery Status OperationTroubleshooting Problem/Concern Causes/Solutions Section to ConsultTroubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 3000-00l-F Glossary Glossary Roll Start-up = Power-up = Boot-upRemote Display Set the UltrasonicsUltrasonic Function Ultrasonic TransducersAppendix Appendix Percent Depth Increase 100Percent of Grade to Degree Conversions Pitch Transmitters Percent Degree Degree to Percent of Grade Conversions Pitch Transmitters Degrees Percent 10.0 Calculating Depth Based on Distance Between Fnlp and Rnlp 3000-00n-F Remote Telemetry License 3000-00o-F Limited Warranty Warranty Claim Procedures
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