User's Manual

DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED
Eclipse
®
TensiTrak
®
Operator’s Manual 13
Quick Start Guide
This TensiTrak system quick start guide is intended for use by someone who is already familiar with the
Eclipse locating equipment. Please review the DigiTrak Eclipse InGround Positioning System Operator’s
Manual if you are not familiar. This guide does not explain how to access the various menus or modes or
how to check depth or signal strength—it is assumed that you will already know how to do these things.
The key components needed for a quick start are the receiver, the remote display, the TensiTrak unit, at
least two fully charged NiCad battery packs, and either three new C-cell alkaline batteries or one new DCI
SuperCell Lithium Battery with a spacer.
The TensiTrak unit begins to measure and save data as soon as the power source is loaded into the
battery compartment.
NOTE: If you remove and replace the TensiTrak unit’s power source when it is under load, the pull
force measurements will not be accurate. The TensiTrak unit “zeroes” the pull force
measurement when the batteries are installed. If the batteries are installed under load, then
you will have incorrect readings. If this occurs, remove the batteries and reinstall them when
the TensiTrak unit is not under load.
Powering On TensiTrak Unit
It is important to inspect the TensiTrak unit’s mud pressure sensor and the O-ring on the battery cap
before each use. You must also ensure that the TensiTrak unit’s mud sensor end is on the trailing end.
To power up the TensiTrak unit using three C-cell alkaline batteries, insert the batteries into the battery
compartment positive terminals first, as shown below.
Loading Three C-cell Alkaline Batteries in TensiTrak Unit
Leading End (with
Battery Compartment)
Trailing End (with
Mud Pressure Sensor)
Install 3 C-cell
Alkaline Batteries