Digitrex 3-3000-00a-F manual Glossary

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Glossary

Active Transmitter

A transmitter that has batteries installed or a cable transmitter that is hooked up to power.

Battery Charger

Used to charge and condition (discharge) the DigiTrak batteries. May be used with AC or DC sources and is easily adapted for worldwide usage.

Cable Transmitter

Transmitter that is hard wired directly to the remote display unit and allows information to be obtained during very long and/or deep drilling runs.

Clicking vs. Holding Trigger

See Trigger Clicked, Trigger In, and Trigger Out.

DataLog System

The logging function hardware and firmware used for collecting the data about the drilling operation to produce plots of the borepath location.

Depth vs. Slant Distance vs. Range

Depth is the number displayed in the bottom window when the receiver is positioned directly above the transmitter (with the trigger released). Slant distance is the number in the bottom window when the receiver is not positioned above the transmitter (with the trigger released). Range is the maximum depth of a transmitter; it can be affected by interference from both above- and below-ground sources, conductive soil, and salt water.

Drill Head or Tool

See Housing.

English Mode

The term used to describe depth measurements in inches.

Firmware

The software and hardware configuration programmed in the equipment as provided by the manu- facturer. The firmware is not accessible to the user and can only be upgraded by the manufacturer.

Four Turn Technique

An alternative method for finding the FNLP or the RNLP using the plus/minus (“+/–”) indicators. Usually performed when the transmitter’s position is unknown. See “Four Turn Technique” in the Locating Section.

Front Negative Locate Point (FNLP) = Locate Point in Front of Transmitter

This location, used in conjunction with the positive locate line (above the transmitter) and the rear negative locate point, provides the transmitter’s location information to the operator. For more infor- mation see the Locating Section.

Height-Above-Ground Distance = Ultrasonic Distance = Ultrasonic Measurement

The height-above-ground or ultrasonic distance is used by the receiver to calculate the depth/distance of the transmitter. For more information see “Ultrasonic Function” in the Receiver Section.

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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 Vii RememberViii Dear CustomerDigiTrak Directional Drilling Locating System IntroductionBasic DigiTrak Equipment Basic DigiTrak Operation IntroductionTechnical Support 3000-00b-F DigiTrak Receiver Side View ReceiverDigiTrak Receiver Top View Showing Display Window IconsDisplay Window Icons ReceiverFirmware Version Remote Channel Setting Depth Measurement Units Receiver Battery Voltage LCD TestOn/Off To turn the receiver onTo turn the receiver off Receiving the Transmitter’s SignalsClicking vs. Holding the Trigger To change the channel Changing the Receiver’s Channel SettingReceiver Battery Status Voltage Remaining Battery Status Display for Receiver and TransmitterChanging the Depth Measurement Units English vs. Metric 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 To calibrate newer receivers Confirming Proper CalibrationReceiver Depth Antenna Plumb Line Using Depth Antenna Plumb Line to Mark Locate PointsSeries Firmware Functions Finding Firmware VersionRunning Time Meter Display Procedure for Observing the Predicted DepthHow a Transmitter Works TransmitterBatteriesAntenna Index Slot Back Front DigiTrak TransmitterBattery Status Display Temperature DisplayTemperature Overheat TransmitterHow Transmitter Should Fit in Housing Sleep Mode Automatic ShutoffVerifying Proper Fit of Transmitter in Housing Front End Cap of Transmitter Showing Temp Dot and Index Slot To install a transmitter in the housingSensitive-Pitch Transmitters Locating the TransmitterTransmitter as an Inclinometer Tips for drilling with a sensitive-pitch transmitterModel Type Length Signal Battery Temp Color Transmitter SpecificationsSerial Numbers Range Type RatingRemote Display Unit Remote Display SystemRemote 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 ~ I5 DataLog CapabilityDigiTrak Battery Charger Battery ChargerCharging a Battery Battery ChargerBattery Is Battery Charger Control PanelConditioning a Battery Manually Conditioning a Battery in the ChargerIndicator Lights and Meanings Setup for Discharging a Battery Manually3000-00f-F Shutdown Procedure Start-up ProcedureMoisture and Temperature Avoidance System Operating InstructionsSystem Operation Optimal Operating TemperaturesGeneral Maintenance Electrical Interference/Background Noise Check Signal InterferenceSuggestions for Dealing with Interference Signal InterferenceReceiver Balance Check Operational TestsSelf-Test for Mark III Receivers Transmitter Tests Operational TestsReceiver Gain Test Transmitter Distance Color Transmitter Signal Strength ValuesTransmitter Model Average Current mA Transmitter Salt Water Range TestCurrent Draw Test Transmitter Battery Tests 3000-00i-F Locating Mode Trigger Held Locating ModeLocating Locate Points Fnlp & Rnlp and Locate Line PLLSide View LocatingHandling the Receiver Using Plus/Minus +/- Indicators for Locating Using Plus/Minus Indicators for LocatingLocating the Transmitter from the Drill 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 Finding the Front Negative Locate Point Fnlp from the Drill Fine Tuning Fnlp Walking Toward LeftFinding the Transmitter and Its Depth Method for Confirming Position Locating the Transmitter from the FrontLocating the Transmitter from the Front 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 Pitch Divider Calculating Depth Based on Distance Between Fnlp & RnlpCalculating Depth from Pitch Running off Pitch or Calculating Depth from PitchAntenna Configuration Transmitter’s Signal ShapeSignal Reception 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 DigiTrak Cable Transmitter System Cable Transmitter SystemLabel Indicating Cable-Ready Remote Display Cable TransmitterCable Transmitter Power Supply Connected to Remote Display Power SupplyCable Transmitter Adding Batteries in Series Remote Display with Cable Transmitter CapabilityOperation Viewing the Cable System Battery StatusProblem/Concern Causes/Solutions Section to Consult TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 3000-00l-F Glossary Glossary Remote Display Start-up = Power-up = Boot-upRoll Set the UltrasonicsUltrasonic Transducers Ultrasonic FunctionAppendix Percent Depth Increase 100 AppendixPercent 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